Everyone has a story to tell. Our mission is to help you tell it better on video. On this show, we're talking to coaches, consultants, experts, and entrepreneurs about how they are using video to stand out and be seen as the recognized leaders in their industries. Listen and learn how the most successful people are using video to reach ideal clients through video content.
If you struggle with marketing yourself, this is the episode to listen to. Ann Carden is a business owner with more than 30 years of experience, having started and sold multiple companies in many different industries. Now, she helps businesses attract high-end clients. In marketing her own company, she focuses on visibility...more specifically, creating strategic visibility on LinkedIn.
Michelle Nedelec is an author, speaker, and owner of multiple businesses, and through experience, has learned what it takes to stand out in the marketplace today. It\'s you. Your personality, your purpose, your passion. Michelle talks about how you present you to the world, because this is a key part of the process, while also creating a path to profitability. That profitability piece? She says systems and automation play a critical role in that. How can you create amazing content that showcases...
On this show, we\'re talking about what it takes to stand out in your industry. What kind of work goes into the process? And is it worth the effort? I\'m excited to introduce you to Andy Wang. He\'s a business owner, a podcaster, and a content creator. I love Andy\'s thoughtful approach to content creation. He believes this is worth the effort because content builds trust and can grow your business, but as you\'ll hear, it takes time. If you\'re in the process of creating content to build a bran...
Atiba de Souza knows how important video marketing is to the growth of your business. He is a speaker and CEO of video marketing agency Client Attraction Pros, and I\'m excited to share his wisdom with you in this episode. He mixes the power of video with the magic of SEO, and what you have is a recipe for business success.
Everyone has a story to tell. The mission of the Video Bootcamp is to help you tell that story better on video. Why? Because if you can show up as yourself on camera, you will enjoy creating more content, you will stand out in your space, and you will become the recognized expert in your industry. There\'s no better example of that than Jason Lavarias. He flies drones, he\'s a veteran, and now he\'s a video creator thanks to his experience in the Video Bootcamp. In this show, we\'re talking abou...
How can video help to establish you as an expert in your industry? Listen to this interview I did with Video Bootcamp student Misty Leinberger. Hear how she is systematically and successfully using video to connect with new clients around the country.
Today, we’re diving deep into YouTube. I have always been a fan of YouTube as a public storage location for videos that my clients and students create. But I’m looking at YouTube in a much different light these days. As a search engine, as a place to create relationships, I’m seeing more and more that intentionally spending time to grow your YouTube presence is a smart move. If that’s you, if you see the possibility of using YouTube to grow an audience, connect with clients, and grow a stream of...
Today, we’re talking about podcasts. And what you’ll learn from our guest, Kelly Glover, the CEO of The Talent Squad, will help you stand out, whether you’re a guest on someone’s podcast or YouTube show or weekly Facebook live. I loved my conversation with Kelly and there are invaluable takeaways in our discussion, like what things you can do to be the very best podcast guest - the one the host remembers in a good way, the critical steps you should take before coming on anyone’s show, and the on...
I’m thrilled to introduce you to one of my clients and students of the Video Bootcamp, Corrina Carter. She’s a longtime business owner, mortgage loan broker, and now, video creator. But it wasn’t always that way. If you’ve been hesitating to use video in your business, you will love our conversation. She knew how important using video was, and yet, there was a big fear in getting started. That has all changed. Now, the ideas are flowing, the fear is gone, and she is always thinking about ways to...
We’re all in an uncertain place right now. We’re concerned for our health, and for the health of our family and friends. Schools are closed, travel halted, events canceled, employees told to work from home, some businesses closed indefinitely because of the Coronavirus. And we are all feeling the effects. You may have found this show because you need to start getting better using online tools to communicate with your boss or your clients. This episode is designed to help you use video to your ad...
https://youtu.be/nGA0Au3AnY0 You are going to LOVE this interview. I met Karol Clark in person at her business in Newport News, Virginia. She and her husband run a successful surgical weight loss company and we just started talking. You’ll see why I had to have her continue the conversation on this show. I’m so impressed by the way she is using her expertise as a registered nurse, as a business owner, as a marketer to help physicians market themselves better. There’s a lot of information out the...
It’s 2020, the start of a new year, the start of a new decade. As a lot of people are doing, I’m reflecting on what happened in 2019, and figuring out where I want to spend my energy in the coming 12 months. I’ve come to the conclusion that video can’t be ignored. I have been telling students in my Video Bootcamp this, that the power to create your own platform is in your hands right now. Literally, because you’re probably listening to this on your smartphone. In this episode, I will outline a p...
https://youtu.be/0nvWBlvFWtI I’m really excited to share this interview I did with Shaunda Necole. She’s a woman I have known for about five years, who started out as the owner of a retail store at the mall. Remember the mall? One of my favorite quotes from our interview is this one: “I found myself evolving with the times.” And her mall days morphed into an online business. Now, she teams up with businesses to promote their products and services to her audience. Does this sound like something y...
Are you a business owner looking to use video to reach more people? These days, many people are trying to do that. But it can be hard to know where to begin, much less gauge how effective those efforts are. Today, we’ll be talking about my four levels of video mastery. People stop themselves from using video oftentimes because they fear they’re not perfect enough. Perfection is a very tough standard to reach, so I created the 4 levels of video mastery to show you how you can progress up the rank...
When you see a successful person, there’s a misconception, that he or she got to this level of success overnight, that this person snapped a finger and right away, the result is a multi-million dollar business. If only that were true. In this episode of STANDOUT, you\'ll hear from a business owner who started a company with one idea for growth. But by sitting back and listening to clients and customers, she realized there was a better path. And the company pivoted. Many years later, after creati...
Stories are such a powerful way to connect with your customers. Jeanne Fiocca knows that firsthand. Jeanne is the owner of CookieText, a company she started from her garage. One of my favorite quotes from this interview is when Jeanne said, \"If you love something, figure out a way to make it your job.\" In this interview you\'ll learn about the power of her story, and how it has worked to connect her with people to help grow her business. What you will learn in this episode: *How & why Jean...
I believe in the power of content. It creates connection between you and the people who may want to work with you. It gives prospective clients a way to check you out and see how you think before they pick up the phone to call you or walk into your office. It gives you the chance to clarify your message and make it simpler to understand, either in a blog, in a podcast or on video. But does this mean you\'ll have to create content all the time? No. Today, we\'re talking about how to repurpose you...
If you want to create a product to sell, this show is for you. Today, I\'m talking with Etsy entrepreneur Lauren Kilgore. She and I will be speaking at the Social Media Marketing Made Easy Conference in Norfolk this April. I wanted to learn more about how she is making real money doing something she started as a hobby. I get a lot of calls from people who want to do the same thing. They’re testing the waters and from that experiment, they want a change in their circumstances. If that’s you, list...
Do you feel as if you’re constantly on the content hamster wheel? Maybe you recognize the power of creating great articles, videos and social media posts. Actually sitting down and putting the pieces together, well, that’s another story. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place. I’ll share my simple content creation hacks that won’t make you crazy. What you will learn in this episode: *The power of consistent content creation *3 steps to a simple content creation strategy *A look at th...
If you had asked me a few years ago about the benefit of going to a conference, I am not sure what I would have said. I was definitely in a different place, juggling three small kids. I had a workday that started at 4 a.m., I was always running around. As a result, I was always tired. Frankly, I probably wouldn’t have thought about taking the time to actually go to one. But things change. I own a business now, for one thing. And no more 2 a.m. alarms. I have changed my mind about the power of li...
These days there seem to be endless opportunities to use video. Which one is best for you and your business? I\'ll break down the options and help you figure out how to pick the platform best suited for you. What you\'ll learn in this episode: *Ways you can create content your audience wants *Why video marketing is so powerful *The different video platforms you can use -My 4 steps to figuring out which video platform you should useClarify your message.Find out where your audience hangs out.Figur...
If you’re listening to this, you may already see the power of video working for you or your competitors. Maybe you want to figure out what it can do for your company or maybe you want to step up your existing efforts in this space. If so, you’re in the right place. Now, we’re adding a little strategy to it and talking about how you can use video to grow your business. What you\'ll learn in this episode: *What is the power of using video marketing? *Top 10 tips to create a strategy around your vi...
Need to promote a new product, service or share the news of an event? Here are 9 ways to increase your visibility - to make sure more people know about you. Good PR is highly valuable. As entrepreneur Richard Branson once said, \"Publicity is absolutely critical. A good PR story is infinitely more effective than a front page ad.\" What you\'ll learn in this episode: *9 ways you can increase your visibility now *Steps you can take to maximize the publicity you do receive *The positive effects of ...
When I talk with business owners, one of the biggest struggles they face in creating content is being consistent with it. It\'s understandable. Content is such an effective way to educate your clients and customers. But it takes a lot of work to do well. Today, we\'re talking about how to create consistent content. What you\'ll learn in this episode: *Why creating consistency is important *My five steps to creating consistency with content Links mentioned in this episode: *CherylTanMedia.com/Pod...
Let’s say you are launching a new service, or you have a new product line coming out. What if you simply want more people in your community to know about your expertise and your business? This episode will help you figure out your publicity plan in order to get the word out. What you\'ll learn in this episode: *What is a publicity plan and why is it important to have one? *The FIVE things you must include in a successful publicity plan *ACT - and how this acronym will help you implement your pub...
For many people, feeling confident on video feels like a huge unattainable goal. But after interviewing thousands of people as a TV news reporter, I can tell you how confidence is created on camera. I have seen it happen. Stick around, and I’ll tell you what I have learned. If you have been in the STANDOUT Facebook group this week, you know we are running a 5-Day Video Challenge. Over the course of the week, I have gone live on Facebook to share a lesson of the day. Each day has a little bit of ...
On a scale of 1 to 10, how effectively would you say you market yourself? How well do people know what you do and how they can work with you? If the answer is anything below a 10, this episode is for you. This is for those who are not only trying to figure out how to get started using video for their business, but for those who are trying to see why it even matters. What you\'ll learn in this episode: *The mindset that keeps so many people from starting to use videos *How videos can turn your ma...
Everyone seems to be creating videos, and maybe you feel as if you are missing the boat. Not true at all. There is definitely time to get started and you are not behind. Yet. But sometimes you need a little push. In today\'s episode, I\'m introducing the STANDOUT 5-day Video Challenge. In this challenge, you will be creating videos, videos you will post in the STANDOUT Facebook community. There WILL be prizes. Most importantly, there will be accountability. If you truly want to get better, you m...
Content is king, yes. But how do you create it consistently? That’s the magic question, isn’t it? In this episode, you’ll hear how I help clients come up with video ideas in a short amount of time. No writing, no memorizing, no stress. I talk with a lot of business owners who want to start creating videos, but get stumped by many of the aspects of putting them together. What kind of equipment do I need, how do I light it properly, what do I say? So videographer Chris Lane and I teamed up to crea...
By 2019, 80 percent of the world’s internet traffic will be video. That’s according to WordStream and if you look around, people are already on their digital devices all the time watching, sharing and interacting with video. If you own a business, consider this. According to Tubular Insights, 64 percent of consumers buy after watching branded social videos. So how can you start using video in your business? What you\'ll learn in this episode: *The four steps to get started using video in your bu...
