Videography Academy

The difference between videographers and commercial producers, regarding skill set, knowledge, and requirements

How would Henry Finn start a videography business for $100 or less? Find out the grand total at the end of the podcast! Also there is a free cheat sheet to go along with the episode that has the points summarized as well as an extra page for action items to turn these dreams into reality! Get it here: https://videographyacademy.com/products/how-to-start-a-videography-business-for-100-or-less-cheatsheet

Part 2... How I went from wedding videographer to million dollar commercial producer

How I went from Wedding Videographer to Million Dollar Commercial Producer, Part 1.. the journey begins. What kind of work I did before Why it took me so long How I transitioned

I am making a very special announcement regarding the $100 Challenge! I am the terminator! Mentality Tip: How to think about thinking Salvation is in the mind How to train your brain to respond to problems with solutions The different levels of thought How to manage your thoughts and change your habits Tricks to stay positive

Mentality Tips: How to Treat the People that you work with People are people How to get closer to your goals depending on how you treat them Ask for what they need Know what you want Come to an agreement communicate early and often When and how to fire someone

In today's episode we learn: How Henry Finn works out (not good) The difference between those that give up and those that never do Why we admire some and not others How to become someone we admire How to push yourself to grow Why you should never give up How to add variety into your choices so you progress

In today's episode we are announcing a giveaway for a free digital copy of the Videography Business Guide Vol. 1 to celebrate the $100 challenge! We also talk about: How I stopped being nihilistic and cynical and became positive about life How much people are trying to make a month from my course How to focus to win Mentality Tip: Today is not today, today is the result of yesterday My secret marketing company How I'm using a live event conference to get clients How I'm working with an agency to pitch a major brand for a $50k-80k project The approach I am taking Mentality Tips

If I were to start my videography business all over again from scratch what would I do to make it successful?   Starting a basic business plan Setting your business goals Picking Your Industry  Make your growth/reputation goals within that industry Make your hitlist of strategic partnerships   Number one mission to have when starting your business What to do if you have no technical video skills  Creating a client profile Getting your very first client My experience with the real estate niche Quick recap

A step-by-step guide on what to do if you have a full time job but want to get started in videography.. part of the Videography Business Blueprint Series Topics discussed: Understanding your schedule Finding clients Importance of saving up Making a simple business plan Goals of growth & strategic partnerships

It's a fact that we sometimes get upset and take things personally. This is counterproductive to your business. In this episode, Henry Finn shows how to overcome this as soon as possible! Topics discussed: Are your clients deliberately trying to upset you? Taking ultimate responsibility over the situation Educating your clients and communicating with a positive attitude Keeping a paper trail Think with a BUSINESS mindset! How to convey your value to your client

Hellooooooooo!!!! This episode is a very special announcement.. the hundred dollar challenge! I am releasing pre-sales on my new course, which is the ultimate videography business blueprint. You can see it at www.videographybusinessblueprint.com The deal is over $5,000 worth of value for... $100! Yes you read that right, the reason why I am calling this the $100 challenge is I am challenging you to kickstart/upgrade your business, and if I can't do it for $100 then I will give you back $100 no questions asked. Now this is only for VA Insiders, because the pre-sale is normally $500. So if you're not already on it, head on over to www.videographyacademy.com and make sure you sign up for the newsletter because the insiders are getting the special discount code that knocks off $400 from the course! Listen to the episode to find out what it's all about!

Everybody experiences scope creep at some point in their career. What is it, and how do you manage it? In this episode, Henry explains this phenomenon in the context of videography and provides actionable strategies to avoid it. Topics discussed: Client perceptions Understanding your client and their needs Getting everything in writing Defining the deliverables

It's no secret that editing is time consuming. You want to hand off the editing to free up your time, but your projects are low budget. What can you do?! In this episode, Henry Finn talks about hiring and managing remote and local editors, as well as providing an alternative and holistic way to approach this problem. Topics discussed: Outsourcing to remote editors Managing and directing people Outsourcing to local editors Step-by-step hiring process Alternative approaches

Are you ready to take on high end clients and big productions? Are you sure? In this episode, Henry Finn discusses the reality of working with big brand clients/agencies and also details actionable steps toward accessing these clients. Topics discussed: Differences between small and large scale productions Skills required for commercial work Focusing on the journey at every level Building relationships with big brand clients/agencies

It's cheaper to get an existing client to pay more than it is to get a new client. In this episode, Henry Finn shares some golden tips to maximise your existing client relationships. Topics discussed: Psychology of client management Outgrowing your clients How to increase your perceived value Importance of valuing yourself Negotiation script

Many people focus on that big dollar figure when undertaking a videography gig. But how much of it do you really get to keep? In this episode, Henry Finn discusses the importance of focusing on the profit margin rather than the gross figure, backed up by examples from his personal career. Topics discussed: Profit margins Time/effort vs cost Keeping your options open Personal case studies

There are highs and lows in freelance work, no matter what level you're at in your business. In this episode, Henry Finn shares some key points for managing the lows and shares his personal experiences and current goals. Topics discussed: Differences between types of freelancers Problems with relying on referrals Importance of networking, prospecting and pitching Going solo vs delegating work List of things to consider for your own business

In this episode Henry Finn talks about how to secure a consistent income stream without working for somebody else. Whether you are a beginner videographer or a seasoned professional, finding and securing repeat business can be challenging. It's all about learning to focus on specific targets and defining a business model. Topics discussed: Dominating one niche at a time Defining a menu of services Personal experiences working for other people Consistent referrals by partnering with other vendors

In this episode Henry Finn talks about how to double your rate whilst ensuring you're delivering double the value to your client. There may be times where you find it difficult or uncomfortable to increase your prices. These are plateaus you can break through. Topics discussed: Ways to justify doubling your rate What is involved at different production value levels Breaking through plateaus Ways to add value to your client Asking the right questions in order to advance your craft