Engage Video Marketing Podcast

Summary In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Daniel Goldstein, who, alongside his business partner Renice, built Visual Domain into Australia's largest video production company before it was acquired by News Corp. Daniel shared the incredible journey of starting the company during the global financial crisis in 2008 and growing it to a team of about 100 people. He discussed the importance of focusing on repeat business and building strong relationships with clients, which was a significant factor in their success and eventual acquisition. We delved into the challenges of scaling a service-based business, the evolution of video content demand, and the strategies they used to sell video production effectively. Daniel highlighted the importance of educating clients on the production process and aligning the value of their services with client expectations. A key part of Visual Domain's success was their proprietary video management system, which streamlined their production process and provided a unique selling proposition. Daniel also touched on the due diligence process during the acquisition and the factors that contributed to their valuation, such as repeat business and revenue growth. As for the future, Daniel is taking a well-deserved break and is open to exploring new opportunities within the video and technology space. He emphasised the rewarding nature of working in a creative industry and the supportive environment that allows for collaboration and growth. For those in the video production industry, Daniel's story is a testament to the potential for growth and success. It's a reminder to think about where your business is heading and to consider your own exit strategy, even if it seems far off in the future. Stay tuned for more insights and stories on the Engage Video Marketing Podcast. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode, Ben and Mike Allton discuss the importance of strategy in digital marketing and the danger of focusing too much on tactics. They explore the state of digital marketing in 2024 and the role of video within marketing strategies. They also discuss the changing audience perceptions of video and the impact of AI on the marketing space. Overall, they emphasise the need for businesses to adapt to the changing landscape of digital marketing and leverage AI to improve their strategies. Takeaways

Summary Michelle J Raymond shares her expertise on leveraging LinkedIn for business growth. She emphasises the importance of LinkedIn as a trusted platform and the need for businesses, both B2B and B2C, to have a presence on the platform. Michelle discusses the differences between personal profiles and company pages on LinkedIn and provides insights on managing multiple staff members' profiles. She also highlights the importance of posting content on both personal profiles and company pages, as well as the value of different types of content, such as videos, articles, and newsletters. Michelle offers practical tips for reviving a dead LinkedIn company page and maximising its potential. She also encourages businesses to explore LinkedIn Live as a way to humanise their brand and build a community. In this conversation, Ben is inspired by Michelle J. Raymond to put more effort into their LinkedIn company page and do more live videos on LinkedIn. Michelle shares her expertise on LinkedIn and encourages listeners to bring their company pages and LinkedIn profiles back to life. Ben and Michelle plan to connect further in San Diego and improve their LinkedIn game in the future. Takeaways If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, I had the opportunity to speak with Christy Poulos, the Global Partnerships Director of Genero. We discussed the changing landscape of video marketing and the relationship between agencies, content creators, and brands. Christy shared insights into how Genero is filling the gap in the market by connecting brands with a global network of professional creatives and providing opportunities for video producers to work with big brands. We also explored the importance of understanding social media platforms and creating content that is tailored to their specific requirements. Overall, it was a fascinating conversation that shed light on the future of video marketing and the role of creativity in this evolving industry. Christie Poulos is a content, digital communications, and creative leader with 20+ years of experience working for leading cross-functional teams to produce compelling creative and content experiences that engage people, solve problems, and drive growth for clients. Currently, she is the Global Partnerships Director of Genero – a creative technology solution for in-house marketing teams, enabling marketing leaders to transform their creative and production approach for greater efficiency. Previously at King Content – a world-leading content marketing agency – Christie led the global Creative, Editorial, and Paid Media teams. As Head of Content for Red Bull UK, Christie led TV, film, and communications projects around the world and was part of the global communications team for the Red Bull Stratos Mission to the Edge of Space.

How would you like to double, triple, quadruple the revenue in your business. Well my guest today did just that, mostly thanks to Reels. Austin Armstrong is a lifelong digital marketer, public speaker, host of the TikTok podcast BusinessTok, CEO of Socialty Pro, an organic SEO & Vertical Video marketing agency, and CEO of Syllaby, a brand new marketing tool that helps business owners create a social media content strategy in minutes. Austin has posted over 2500 videos on TikTok, tripling his own business’s revenue and thousands more across his clients’ accounts. Austin has leveraged his success on TikTok to gain millions of followers across every social media platform.

Have you ever wondered how to consistently create marketing content, develop a stronger professional network and generate a steady flow of ideal leads for your video marketing business, all at the same time? You have got to listen to what Armando has to share today. Armando Leduc is a rising star in the entertainment industry, known for his standout performances in Hollywood movies and tv shows. His natural talent and on-screen charisma have left a lasting impression on audiences. Armando’s versatility as an actor has allowed him to take on a variety of roles, from action-packed thrillers to heartwarming dramas. He brings a level of authenticity and depth to every character he plays, no matter how big or small the role. But Armando’s talents don’t stop at acting. He’s also a successful entrepreneur, having founded his own production company that’s gained recognition for its fresh and innovative content. Despite his busy schedule, Armando never forgets his roots in New Orleans. He’s a proud ambassador for the city’s unique culture and heritage, and he uses his platform to give back to the community whenever he can. Overall, Armando Leduc is a talented and driven individual who has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry through hard work, dedication, and a natural talent for storytelling. Whether he’s in front of or behind the camera, he’s always pushing himself to be the best and leaving audiences wanting more.

In this episode, Ben reflects on the year 2023 and helps listeners set plans in motion for a successful 2024 in their video businesses. He emphasises the importance of analysing financials and setting goals to achieve desired revenue and profit. Ben explains how to increase leads, conversion rates, average dollar sale, and the number of transactions to grow a business. He provides a step-by-step process for planning and identifies the ideal customers to target. Ben concludes by inviting listeners to join his Strategy Board program for support and guidance in achieving their goals. Takeaways If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode, Ben Amos explains why he has launched a brand new video podcast for his video production business. He discusses the changing landscape of podcast and video marketing, emphasising the importance of quality content over quantity. Ben also highlights the rise of both long-form and short-form content and the growing popularity of podcasting as a format. He shares his goals for the video podcast, which include building relationships with high-value business guests and establishing expertise and trust. Ben discusses the workflow and tools used for podcast production and the benefits of a seasonal approach to podcasting. Takeaways If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, I had the opportunity to speak with Christy Poulos, the Global Partnerships Director of Genero. We discussed the changing landscape of video marketing and the relationship between agencies, content creators, and brands. Christy shared insights into how Genero is filling the gap in the market by connecting brands with a global network of professional creatives and providing opportunities for video producers to work with big brands. We also explored the importance of understanding social media platforms and creating content that is tailored to their specific requirements. Overall, it was a fascinating conversation that shed light on the future of video marketing and the role of creativity in this evolving industry. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

Today in this episode of the podcast, we’ll be unpacking one of the common things that I often hear from early stage video strategists, particularly when they've established a reputation as a video producer. So if this is you, this is gonna be super valuable for you as well. The thing that I often hear time and time again is the idea that I've built my business around producing video content for clients. They come to me to make, to get the videos made that I've been known to make and in the style that I'm known to make them. And I understand the value of helping our clients develop a better strategy behind their content, better execute their content so that the content that I produce actually gets results. But they say to me, how do I transition the conversation with my clients to be more around strategy first rather than them just coming to me for video? Well, whatever that conversation looks like for you, I'm sure it's probably a conversation you've either had or you've experienced before or maybe you feel that you will have in the future. So what I want to do in this episode is share with you some ideas that I have and that I've executed and that have worked for me in order to really smoothly and take control of that conversation and smoothly move people towards thinking about strategy and thinking about you and the value that you can provide their business as a video strategist. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

Today's episode is going to be a little bit off the cuff because I wanted to jump in and share with you some exciting stuff that's happening in the world of Engage Video Marketing. If you've been in my audience for a while and you've consumed content, maybe you've been part of my Video Strategist Masterclass or my previous Online Video Strategy Blueprint Course, then I'm so glad that you're here for this episode because this episode is really for you guys. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing podcast, we’ll talk about the power of partnership as a powerful marketing strategy for your business with Therese Tarlinton. A little bit about Therese: When interesting companies want to expand their audience, increase their credibility, and make a bigger profit, they come to her. Therese knows how to speak to brands to secure collaborations, contras, partnerships and sponsors, so they can grow. Early in her career, she convinced Jeep, Sesame Street and United Colors of Benetton to become licensing partners and manufactured under their brands, using the power of partnerships to create a global business. She wrote her first book SWAP! Marketing without money to help brands secure partnerships - sharing all her best secrets. It’s proving pretty popular and has become an Amazon best seller, won three Gold Medals and was awarded the ABLE 2022 Book of the Year. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing podcast, I'm going to share with you one of the most successful strategies that I've used over many years to generate countless leads for my video strategy business and hundreds of thousands of dollars of sales so that you can use this strategy too. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, I am joined by Chris Bogue to discuss the power of video in sales prospecting. Together, we explored how to create engaging and authentic videos that resonate with prospects, without coming across as pushy or salesy. Chris shares valuable insights on injecting personality into videos, as well as unique ways to use video in the prospecting process. If you're looking to enhance your sales strategies and build genuine connections, this episode is a must-listen. Chris Bogue coaches people to create mercifully short video content for business. He is the creator of the Complete Guide to Selling on Video, a digital course on video prospecting for sales. He is also a sketch comedy writer and host of Chris Sells His Soul on LinkedIn Live. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

During the pandemic, many businesses faced challenges and had to find innovative ways to survive. One such business is Sticky Lollies, a small boutique candy shop in Sydney, Australia. When the pandemic hit and their brick-and-mortar store was forced to close, the owners, David and Lily, came up with a unique idea to keep their business afloat – live streaming their candy-making process. In this podcast, I invited the founder of Sticky Lollies, David King, and one of the key drivers of their video marketing, his daughter, Annabelle King, onto the show today to learn more about the video strategy they are implementing for their business. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

In this episode of the Engage Video Marketing Podcast, I am joined by Kate Toon, an award-winning business mentor and digital marketing coach. Together, we'll discuss the fears and uncertainties that often hold businesses back from utilising video marketing. Kate shares her own experiences and the impact video has had on her thriving business. Kate also shares the importance of taking action and stepping outside of your comfort zone. Kate Toon is an award-winning business mentor and digital marketing coach. She’s a down to earth human on a mission to demystify the realities of running a successful online business. Her Stay Tooned group of companies include the Digital Marketing Collective, The Clever Copywriting School, and The Recipe for SEO Success. Kate’s helped more than 20,000 other businesses demystify digital marketing, grapple the Google Beast, and find their own version of success. Kate is a renowned speaker, podcaster and author, and was named Australia’s Most Influential Small Business Woman (2022), one of Australia’s Top 50 Small Business Leaders (2022), and Businesswoman of the Year and Training & Education Provider of the Year at the national My Business Awards (2020). She’s the author of Six Figures in School Hours: How to run a successful business and still be a good parent (2023), and a resident expert on Kochie’s Business Builders. She’s also the founder of The Digital Marketing Collective Conference, The Digital Marketing Collective Retreat and The Digital Marketing Collective Mastermind. On top of this Kate hosts three podcasts, speaks at events around the world and is learning to rollerskate. All this from the Toon Cave in her backyard, accompanied by her very own CFO (Chief Furry OfficeDog) Pomplemousse and assisted remotely by a small team of talented humans. If you found this episode of value I’d love for you to reach out and let me know on Instagram @engage_ben or email podcast@engagevideomarketing.com Ben Amos LinkedIn Ben Amos Instagram Ben Amos Twitter Rate the Engage Video Marketing Podcast on iTunes

Video production is an essential component of any video strategy, but it is important to guide and advise clients on when and how to use a video production company. The key is to align budgets and production approaches with the overall strategy. This can be achieved by following the inverse production quantity rule, which suggests that certain stages of the strategy require fewer videos but with a higher allocation of budget, while other stages require more videos but with a lower budget allocation. In this final episode of the seven-part series, we’ll discuss the importance of mastering the final element of video strategy which is Production.

Metrics inform video strategy moving forward by providing valuable insights and data that can guide decision-making and optimize the effectiveness of video content. In today's digital age, where video is a powerful tool for communication and marketing, it is crucial for businesses and organizations to have a strong video strategy in place. This strategy should not only focus on creating high-quality videos but also on analyzing and measuring the impact and success of these videos. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of metrics and how they play a crucial role in your video strategy.

Video optimisation for audience engagement is a crucial aspect of any successful video strategy. In order to reach the right audience and ensure that they engage with the content, it is important to understand and implement effective optimisation techniques. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the fifth element of the video strategy and that is Optimisation

Distribution is a crucial element of an effective video strategy. It involves getting the content out on the right platforms in the right way. As a video strategist, it is important to understand the native nuances of different platforms where videos can be distributed, including social media platforms, web platforms, e-commerce platforms, and the entire digital landscape. By understanding the distribution platforms and how they work together, video strategists can guide their clients in investing their time, effort, attention, and money in the right places.