Video Business Accelerator Podcast

Do you create effective systems? A perfect quote template can make a huge difference in your business. It helps you to focus on building your business rather than paperwork!Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den reveals all his best marketing techniques, tricks, and strategies for potentially attracting a horde of new clients and whipping up a flurry of new business.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:8 damn good reasons why you should visit Den's homepage right quick! And no, this is not so you can read all about Den's accomplishments or look at Den's handsome mug. No. (There is something on Den's website's homepage that can potentially help freelance videographers attract a horde of new clients and new business - fast! Best part? Right now... he's not charging one red cent for it. - 1:10)The “7-word secret” to building and scaling a business. - 2:10The "two rabbits" marketing strategy that should be avoided at all costs. (If you're struggling to bring in new business right now, then you might very well be committing this marketing blunder explained at 3:10)The "Everyone and Nobody" marketing maxim probably 1 in 1000 business owners don&

Have you ever felt alone in your business? We’ve all been there, but now you can be in an awesome group and accelerate your business. Listen up and let me tell you about the VBA!Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den gives one of his most valuable and practical business lessons to date. If you're looking to grow your video business, then you're in for a real treat. *Note-taking is advisable.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:Den slaps down the popular - and annoying – “One Thing" question many business folks ask about business growth. - 1:05A dead giveaway for knowing an online course is probably "all foam and no beer". - 1:40The one thing almost all video business entrepreneurs are guilty of when it comes to growing their business. - 3:00President Kennedy's brilliant Man on The Moon "planning strategy" applied to growing a small business.A mini crash course in how to develop a business growth plan. (Hear Den do some surprising simple number crunching and strategizing that can be applied to any business at 6:00The "Once Every 90 Days" habit that ONLY successful business owners ever develop. - 9:00Why most business owners who have a "strategic

Make each prospect needs your opportunity to sell and make a profit.  You have to have systems, processes, and you have to be disciplined to create consistency in your business. Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den chats to a man who's cracked the code to making mucho dinero selling stock images. This man's name is Chuck Fishbein. Chuck runs a successful video and photography business called Duck you, but his real genius lies in his ability to make passive income from sites such as Getty Images and Shutterstock. And, in this interview, Chuck willingly spills the beans on what it takes to make a bundle of money selling stock images.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:An amusing tale of how Chuck unwittingly hoodwinked his clients into think he was a genius photographer even though he was a complete hack at the time. - 2:00Q. What do the artists U2 and Garth Brooks have in common? A. They both worked with Chuck in the early 80s. - 3:00A little-talked-about “trait” that almost all high-performance athletes, artists, and entrepreneurs possess that makes their body of work stand head and shoulders above their competition. - 6:00A juicy tip for filmmakers who are thinking of making some extr

Do you know how to quote your projects and make a good profit? This is very important especially if you want to step up your game and create predictability in your business.Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den gets down-n-dirty and talks about one of business's most unsexy, unglamorous, and sometimes deadly dull topics. But make no mistake, this is the one topic that if embraced, can truly move the needle in your business. Prepare to get some dirt under your nails with this episode.But first...Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:An eye-opening revelation into why so many freelancers struggle in business. (And... how to avoid being one of them. - 1:20)A 3-second mind "tweak" can potentially open the flood gates for your business's growth and profitability. - 2:25Den's disturbingly good "Pounding The Treadmill of Mediocrity" admonition. - 2:45How "specificity" can potentially boost your productivity, ratch up your focus, and goose your business's profits. - 2:405 hard-hitting business questions most freelancers avoid answering or flat-out can't answer. (Not knowing the answer to these 5 vital questions will keep you forever chasing your t

Do you create space for yourself? It is very important to take some time out and enjoy the present because it’s really is a gift.Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den reveals the 8 best battle-tested ways ever invented for accelerating the growth of your video business.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:The single most important metric at the end of the business day. - 2:30The curious reason why Den was about as nervous as a gypsy with a mortgage when buying his first “new” car even though he had enough money. - 5:45A “10-letter word” you should avoid using in your marketing material. Sadly, many video production businesses like to use this 10-letter word in their advertising thinking it will help, but it only ever backfires. (If you do not want to attract low quality clients, then whatever you do, avoid using this 10-letter word! - 6:50)The REAL reason prospective clients don't agree to your fees. Sure, sometimes they can't afford your fees, but more times than not, there's another reason why they say no. Hear this common reason why at 7:10How to make mistakes like a pro. That's right, there is a correct way to make mistakes.

Learning something new is always constant, especially if you are growing your business. It might take longer than you expected, but small progress is still progress! Consistency is key.Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den reveals the secret to success in business. Hey, did you just scoff? I get it. But please suspend your judgment until you hear at least the first two minutes of this episode, okay? There really is a secret to success, but it ain’t glamorous, sexy or exciting, but… it does work.Plus, there are sales and marketing tips aplenty.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:How to "plod" your way to great success using the “Gradatim Ferociter” method. - 0:40Laughably stupid Facebook ads (more like Farcebook ads) that promise unicorns but deliver donkeys. Cunning marketers love to use these types of ads to fill up their online courses and sell their wares. (Why are these ads so prevalent on FB? Well, as the saying goes, there's a sucker born every minute, and a lot of them are clicking on these ads! - 1:00)The "rubbernecking business owner" phenomena. (And... how it's costing business owners their time, focus, and confidence. - 2:00)The foolish - and completely nonsensic

Are you sharing the right information with your market?  Show off what you can offer by doing the thing that you are best at!Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den reveals some insider secrets for turning ice-cold prospects into white-hot, eager-to-buy prospects who see you as an authority and expert to be trusted instead of just another business owner peddling their wares.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:What to do if you hate outbound marketing. (Doing this will take some time, but if you can pull this off, you won't need to do any outbound marketing! - 1:15)An almost unknown adman every business owner should study. Many people in the direct response industry call this curious and reclusive man "The Most Persuasive Man of The 20th Century." This adman once wrote a television advert that sold to one in every 14 American TV owners. He made $50 million dollars from a textbook on natural health. Here's how studying this man can help you market your business... - 2:55A hardly ever-talked-about (and very profitable) skill every freelance videographer should develop. Developing this skill can even turn freelance videographers w

Do you know what success looks like to you? You have to know how you want your life to look like. It’s not about overworking yourself out because there’s always a smarter way to do things. Listen up and be inspired!Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den talks about ways in which you can hack yourself and your daily habits so you can make maximum money in minimum time.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:Den's two eye-opening observations of his best performing Video Accelerator members. -1:20The "pant shitting" topic that almost always stops flakes, tire kickers, and time-wasters in their tracks. (If you ever feel like a prospective client is wasting your time, just bring up this topic and watch them scamper off like a cockroach seeking a place to hide. -  1:50)Why only drooling idiots ask "What's the key to success?" - 2:15A startling statistic taken from Den's mastermind group that'll make you want to join right quick. You may not believe your ears when Den first gives this statistic at 3:00The “two-word” secret for cranking up your focus, ratcheting up your creative juices, and unleashing a flood of creativity to solve big business (and life) problems you may have right now. (Not to be too ne

Are you trying to do too many things at the same time? Having a clear idea of where to focus is really important for your business growth and success.Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den reveals 21 hard-won lessons from 12-years in business.Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:Den's honest-to-God thoughts about vision boards. - 3:00A certain character trait EVERY highly successful business owner or entrepreneur has in spades. (Without this critical trait, well... your chances of success are about as slim as Kate Moss on a juice-only diet. - 4:45)Quite possible the ultimate motivation for any freelancer/business owner or entrepreneur who feels like giving up. (Next time you feel like throwing in the towel, just think of what's mentioned at 5:14 and this proverbial "stick" will give you that pep in your step to keep on keepin' on.)A little-known reading "hack" that will allow even folks who are slow readers to quickly consume content as much 2, 3, or even 5 times faster than you do now. - 6:15Perhaps the single most important tip Den shares in this entire episode. But don't get too excited, now. It's incredibly dull and unsexy

Do you take your time to completely stop and think? Create a thinking time in your day and it will really help you set up your goals, focus your energy and solve problems. Listen up to this episode and start making smart decisions.Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/Support the showConnect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/

Today, Den interviews his pal Ryan Koral from Detroit Michigan. Ryan owns a successful video production company called Tell Studios and runs one of the most popular video podcasts on the planet. Den and Ryan talk all things video production and give up some of their most hard-won and battle-tested secrets to growing bigger and more profitable video business.But first...Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear:Ryan stomps all over Den's intro leaving Den to pick up all the pieces. - 0:07Hear about Ryan's attitude towards business that's about as rare a rocking horse shit. - 4:45How to create win/win/win deals. That's right, there is a certain way to do business that goes one step further than your usual win/win deals. (But you must be willing to put your ego aside. Full details at 6:00)Why "collaboration" often gives "competition" a good ol' fashioned beatdown, especially in the business world. - 8:30Ryan's "Be okay with some prospects thinking yo