Send us a text 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. - 1:05 A dead giveaway for knowing an online course is probably "all foam and no beer". - 1:40 The one thing almost all video business entrepre...
Jun 17, 2021•16 min•Season 3Ep. 192
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Jun 15, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 191
Send us a text 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 amusi...
Jun 10, 2021•41 min•Season 3Ep. 190
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Jun 08, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 189
Send us a text 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 "...
Jun 02, 2021•16 min•Season 3Ep. 188
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Jun 01, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 187
Send us a text 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. - 2:30 The 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. - 5:45 A “10-letter word” you should avoid using in your marketing material. Sadly, many video production businesses ...
May 26, 2021•22 min•Season 3Ep. 186
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
May 25, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 185
Send us a text 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. - 0:40 Laughably stupid Fa...
May 19, 2021•23 min•Season 3Ep. 184
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
May 18, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 183
Send us a text 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. Ma...
May 12, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 182
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
May 11, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 181
Send us a text 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. -1:20 The " 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 o...
May 05, 2021•23 min•Season 3Ep. 180
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
May 04, 2021•9 min•Season 3Ep. 179
Send us a text 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. - 3:00 A 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 lik...
Apr 28, 2021•32 min•Season 3Ep. 178
Send us a text 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Apr 27, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 177
Send us a text 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...
Apr 22, 2021•33 min•Season 3Ep. 176
Send us a text Do you say “No” to projects? Getting very clear on who you are and what you do and being comfortable saying “No” to opportunities can step up your game in the business and make you really successful. Chill out and listen to this episode! Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/ Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Apr 20, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 175
Send us a text Today, Den delivers a masterclass on marketing. If you're a videographer looking to get a horde of new clients rushing to your door, then you'll wanna lean in close and take notes when you listen to this scorchingly hot episode. But first... Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear: The “9-letter word” that sends shivers down the spine of filmmakers. - 2:20 The three “Rs” of marketing. Get these 3 “Rs” lined up correctly, and you're laughing all the way to the bank. - 2:40 A head-s...
Apr 15, 2021•27 min•Season 3Ep. 174
Send us a text Did you know that the faster you follow up, the more you can build the relationship and more likely to close the deal? Yes! Customers want to get services to companies that are responsive. Listen to this episode for growth strategies. Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/ Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Apr 13, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 173
Send us a text Today, Den delivers unto thee 17 viciously effective strategies to attract more clients, win more business, and leverage the assets that you already have. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear: Hands down the best way to dramatically boost your video business's profits. (Full discloser: Although this is the best way to increase profits, it's certainly not the easiest. That said, it's not rocket science either. Get the full scoop at 00:50) Is keeping all your business's profits t...
Apr 08, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 172
Send us a text Do you have a clear set of priorities for your business this year? Because if you have set your goal and focus your energy on one area at a time you’ll have faster progress! Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/ Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Apr 06, 2021•11 min•Season 3Ep. 171
Send us a text Today, Den delivers shockingly good advice on how to scale a video production business and explains how even the most creative freelancers can make juicy profits for their business without even lifting a camera. But first... Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear: The quickest, easiest, and the most effective first step to scaling your video production business. - 1:00 How to take on multiple clients simultaneously without feeling like a one-legged duck in a crocodile-infested cr...
Apr 01, 2021•19 min•Season 3Ep. 170
Send us a text Is doing less actually more productive? If you have a streamlined workflow, you’ll get results and you’ll have more time focusing and building your goals. Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/ Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Mar 30, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 169
Send us a text Today, Den talks about strategic goals, revenue goals, and financial goals, and... how to efficiently and effectively track and measure your business's key metrics so you can save more time and make more dime. Good stuff, indeed. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear: When working online, do you find yourself getting about as distracted as a baby at a topless bar? ( Many creatives do. Here are some battle-tested and proven ways to keep yourself more focused, thus becoming more e...
Mar 25, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 168
Send us a text If you create your own vision for the future, you will create the abundance that will give you the steps to help you get the results. Have you tried creating your own vision board? Try it and you’ll be amazed at how you are achieving all your goals. Connect with Den on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/denlennie/ Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.co...
Mar 23, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 167
Send us a text Today, Den delivers his semi-famous "5-step method" for writing an eBook in under 5-hours. If you think writing an eBook is hard, then you've never heard Den's "caveman simple" 5-step method. Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear: Hands down the best reason for any business owner to write a book or eBook. - 1:00 Den gives business owners who know they should write an eBook but keep procrastinating a world-class scolding . Hear Den at his unapologetic best at 2:50 A shocking stat...
Mar 18, 2021•23 min•Season 3Ep. 166
Send us a text Video Strategy is becoming an essential service for smart video business owners. Not only can you charge upfront but it provides a platform to create more content and help clients distribute too. Connect with Ben Amos on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/beninnovate/ Get more great resources over at https://www.denlennie.com/ Support the show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Mar 15, 2021•13 min•Season 3Ep. 165
Send us a text Today, Den reveals how to get MORE clients by marketing to FEWER people. Plus, marketing and business tips aplenty. But first... Here's a sneak peek at what you'll hear: The REAL reason why about 20% of small businesses fail within the first year. - 2:10 Advice for new video business owners you'd be a darn fool not to take. - 2:45 Proof that new video equipment is like “crack cocaine” for freelance filmmakers. - 3:00 Why “patience” is the small business owner's superpower. - 3:40 ...
Mar 11, 2021•22 min•Season 3Ep. 164
Send us a text Are you being held back by your old story? Rewrite a new story and read it every day to optimize yourself and 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 show Connect with Den on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/den_lennie www.thevideomentors.com...
Mar 09, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 163
