Grow Your Video Business with Ryan Koral
Episodes
287. The Power of Vulnerability with Mark Ostach
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of the Grow Your Video Business Podcast we're getting vulnerable…really vulnerable. Mark Ostach joins the show this week to d...
286. Dealing With Last-Minute Client Requests
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you react when you get a call, text, or email from a client or a potential client that has a last-minute urgent request? Do you drop everything...
285. How To Build the Right Team with Cassie Daniels
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Look…we all know that building a team is difficult. It's time-consuming, mistakes are easy to make, and when you do make them they tend to be expens...
284. How Funny Videos Will Make You More Money with Joseph Wilkins
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Think back to your favorite commercial that you've ever seen…there's a good chance that it was a funny commercial wasn't it? There's something about...
283. Level Up Your Social Media with Elise Darma
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast we're uncovering all the secrets to leveling up your social media game, without having to learn any ...
282. How To Diversify Your Income and Have More Fun with John Owens
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the show! This week we're jumping in with John Owens of Frame Voyager to uncover some tried and true tips to help you diversify your i...
281. How To Create Viral Videos with Amanda Vernaci
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about using the content that you create in your video business to generate revenue on social media? This week on the Grow Your V...
280. Finding Work-Life Balance with Mike Myers
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does success mean to you? How do you define it? This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast we want you to challenge your thinking when it ...
279. Creating A Successful Mindset with Lauren Johnson
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast, Ryan sits down with Lauren Johnson, to learn about the power of mindset. If you find yourself s...
278. The Value of Having a Clearly Defined Prospect with Josh Usheroff
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast Ryan sits down with Josh Usheroff to uncover some of the greatest growth hacks in the industry, how ...
277. How To Avoid Bad Video Clients & The Power of Failing with Jeff Branch
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How inspired do you feel about your business? If you're not feeling fulfilled then get ready to take some notes, because this episode of the Grow Your...
276. The Secret Power of Networking with Jeff Hamm
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What type of return do you think you would get if you spent $12,000 on Facebook ads? This week on the Grow Your Video Business Jeff Hamm of Red Plaid ...
275. How To Build A Great Team with Tim Lapointe
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast, Ryan interviews Tim Lapointe to uncover some "ninja" strategies to help grow your business. Tim is ...
274. The Difference Between Working ON Your Business, and Working IN Your Business with John Rodriguez || Grow Your Video Business Podcast
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you spending your time working ON your business, or working IN your business? This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast Ryan chats with Jo...
273. What Video Clients are ACTUALLY Looking For with Graham Cochrane
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast is no stranger to the show. Graham Cochrane is one of the most talented and successful business ...
272. Building Processes To Scale Your Business with Ken Okazaki
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard the expression…' Trust the Process'? It turns out it's really hard to trust the process if you don't have a process. This week w...
271. Why You Should Trademark Your Brand with Trevor Ward
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Should you trademark your brand? This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast, Ryan interviews award-winning documentary filmmaker, turned intell...
270. 3 Ways to Eliminate Fear of Failure, Remove Scarcity Mindset, and Grow Your Community
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's really going to happen if you fail? Is it as bad as you're thinking? What if the things you're afraid of aren't real? We're keeping the vulnera...
269. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week things get real…and real vulnerable on this week's episode of the Grow Your Video Business Podcast. If you're a creative, a business own...
268. 9 Mistakes To Avoid When Hiring Employees
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the hardest parts of growing your business is handing off the work that you've mastered and hiring an employee that will allow you to grow and ...
267. How To Level Up Your Motion Design with Cameron Pierron
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the greats in the motion design industry, Cameron Pierron, joins Ryan on this episode of the grow your video business podcast to share his jour...
266.Stop Selling…Start Guiding
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
3 Ways you can guide your clients and become a valuable asset to their business. It's time to stop selling and start guiding! This week on the Grow Yo...
265. 8 Things Your Website Should Have
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast, Ryan flies solo to break down 8 things you absolutely need to have on your website if you want to h...
264. Finding Your Zone of Genius with Kat Schmoyer
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a business dream? If your answer is yes, the next question should be: Are you being realistic about your business goals and strategies to ...
263. Why Video Is the Most Powerful Marketing Tool with Tyler Lessard
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Business Podcast, Tyler Lessard joins Ryan to share their common love for marketing and how positioning yourself correctly ...
262. The Exponential Growth of Mastermind Groups with Cliff Ravenscraft
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast Cliff Ravenscraft joins Ryan to share his experience with mastermind groups. This episode is a must-...
261. The Power of Delegation & Mistakes To Avoid
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Grow Your Video Podcast, Ryan Koral tells the origin story of Tell Studios and talks in detail about the processes they've used to he...
260. Overcoming Adversity, Jealousy, and Imposter Syndrome with Matt Davis
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Things get really vulnerable this week on the Grow Your Video Business Podcast when Matt Davis, founder of Harvest Filmworks, Lifestage Films, AND co-...
259. Why Your Contract Is So Important with Paige Hulse Law
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Contracts, contracts, contracts…for most of us as small business owners they can be confusing, complicated, and scary. This week on the Grow Your Vi...
258. How To Pay Yourself As a Business Owner w/ Jeremy Doorn of Core Financial
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What's your favorite part of running your business? For most small business owners, it's probably not running payroll and keeping up with the books. T...
257: How a Partnership Can Allow Your Business to Grow w/ Glory Visuals - Austin Hall & Darren Clausen
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember the first time you saw people react to your videos? That feeling of seeing people's emotional response to your work is so motivating. ...
256: Why Failure is Part of the Formula for Success w/ Joe Harris
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I know what makes your video business like no other. It's you. Each of us is unique and that's what sets our businesses apart. Today's guest shares ho...
255: How to Know What Your Clients Really Want w/ Griffin Stewart
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think you know what your clients want? Maybe you do, but you won't know for sure until you ask. Today's guest has seen the amazing results of s...
254: Why Being in Control of Your Time is the Key to Growth w/ Jordan Berns
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With everything on your plate, how can you grow your video business without burning out? How do you find the right clients and projects that you love?...
253: The Power of Branding to Win Clients and Build Authentic Relationships w/ Justin Keller
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A long time ago, I realized just how powerful branding is. Sure, you and your clients can do it alone. But there's a lot to be said about having an ou...
252: Why Setting Expectations is Essential to Your Business' Success w/ Guy Giaimo-McClung
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever fallen into the trap of taking any job that pays? While it's healthy to try a bunch of different stuff to see what you enjoy, you also d...
251: How YouTube Will Grow Your Business and Make You an Expert in Your Niche w/ Scott Simson
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As video makers, YouTube seems like a natural fit. You can use it to grow a channel and connect with an audience and clients. But many people struggle...
250: The Biggest Takeaways from Five Years of this Podcast
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Holy cow! This is episode 250 of the Grow Your Video Business podcast. Five years ago, my buddy Matt and I started this show to help video makers succ...
249: How to Get Repeat Business From Your Favorite Clients w/ Ryan Snaadt
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Once you get into marketing, there are countless things you can do. As entrepreneurs, this gives us many opportunities to try different strategies and...
248: Why Being Authentic Leads to Winning Connections w/ Juan Ortiz
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every business is about making relationships. This is true when building your teams or landing clients. We might be tempted to be someone we're not wh...
247: How to Best Use YouTube to Generate Leads w/ Tim Schmoyer
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
YouTube is huge and a bit overwhelming. Many videomakers wonder if it's even worth getting into. But if approached the right way, it can be a huge boo...
246: How to Tell Contractors and Employees Apart and Why it Matters w/ Jeremy Doorn
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You want to make videos. Yet, to be a video business, you need to manage a lot of other aspects, particularly taxes. I know you didn't get into this w...
245: The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers to Protect Your Business w/ Braden Drake
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I hate the topic of this episode. Just the mention of taxes and numbers sends shivers down my spine. But just because I wish I could ignore the issue ...
244: Why Positioning is the Key to Your Business' Success w/ Kevin Elliott
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just because you can do everything in your business, doesn't mean you should. It's an easy trap to fall into. This is particularly the case when it co...
243: Why Creating Systems Will Let You Work in Your Zone of Genius w/ Austin Netzley
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you hustling and grinding nonstop? Are you trying to do everything in your business? There are so many things that we do in our business that are ...
242: How to Discover Your Purpose in Order to Live Your Dream w/ Ira Davis
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For so many of us, doing this work is our dream. The fact that we get to pick up a camera and film the important moments in people's lives and tell in...
241: How to Succeed as a Business Owner Instead of as a Job Owner w/ Evan Van Auken
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Owning a business is a never-ending process. Everything can change in a moment. To stay in it, you have to be constantly growing and adapting. Key Tak...
240: A Coaching Session on How to Take Your Business to the Next Level
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a live episode of the Grow Your Video Business Podcast! There are so many topics that I could cover, but I want to leave that up to my comm...
239: How to Take Control of Your Time as a Business Owner w/ Blake Pollino
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is the most valuable non-renewable asset in your life and business? It's time. Your time is limited, so why not use it doing what brings you the ...
238: Why Diversification Will Make Your Business Stronger w/ Jeffrey Johnson
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Diversification in your business is essential to its survival. I think that's something we all learned recently. Yet, you can't always do everything y...
237: What Happens When You Create a Vivid Vision For Your Company w/ Cameron Herold
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all should have a vision of what our company really is. That's the easy part. What's harder is sharing that vision in a coherent way with others. T...
236: How to Become an Authority within Your Niche w/ Jake Sturgis
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing a focus for your business is scary. There's a fear that niching down means you might be missing out on other opportunities. That's why so man...
235: How To Improve Your Business With Creative Collaboration w/ Kaitlyn Rossi
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I know I wouldn't be where I am today without collaboration. Even if you're the only person in your business, there are times when you'll need to call...
234: What Happens When You Bet On Your Own Success w/ Dan Bewley
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It takes a certain level of discomfort when starting and running your own business. While it lacks the security and predictability of a "regular" job,...
233: How to Find Your Purpose and Make a Positive Impact w/ Davin Salvagno
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why are you working? It's a simple question with a complex answer. It needs to be more than just making money or you won't last long in this business....
232: Why Being Your Authentic Self Will Make You a Better Marketer w/ Jessika Phillips
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Behind every business are actual human beings. Recognizing this is key to running your own business with integrity, caring, and a mission to make a me...
231: Why Dreaming Big Will Lead to Success in Business and Life
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you dream about the future, you have a direction to set off on. There's a goal to work towards. In this solo episode, I'm sharing what I've learn...
230: Building Success By Turning Your Competition Into Community w/ Heather Zara
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I used to look at my competition and feel fear and inadequacy. But as I started to grow into my own identity as a business owner, I began looking at i...
229: How to Free Yourself From Conflict With Better Habits w/ Dr. Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Does conflict have to be a part of doing business? It often seems unavoidable - something to be dealt with. But what if your work could truly be free ...
228: How to Win Clients With Creative Marketing Strategies w/ Paul Jew
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No one, including myself, knows everything there is to know about running a successful video business. Learning from others is what it's all about. Th...
227: Why You Should Build a Business That Could Succeed Without You w/ Samson Jagoras
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you love making videos but can't because you spend all your time running your business? As a small business owner, it is too easy to get caught up ...
226: How to Build a Business That Lets You Live Your Best Life w/ Mark Pasternack
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It doesn't matter how much money your business is bringing in if it isn't allowing you to live the life you want. Working endlessly is not the point. ...
225: Why There Are Now More Opportunities For Passive Income Than Ever w/ PJ Taei
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you trade your time for money, it's hard to stay in control of your schedule. That's why creating passive income is so desirable. Longtime listen...
224: Why Being Unique Will Lead to More Success w/ Trevor Rappleye
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are countless ways to create a successful video business. Often it comes to thinking outside the box. Today's guest created a phenomenal busines...
223: How to Create a Winning Social Media Marketing Strategy w/ Kim Walsh Phillips
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Marketing yourself should be fun. Then why does it so often feel hard? I know you didn't start your business to become a professional marketer, but th...
222: How Your Past Can Inspire a Better Future Through Storytelling w/ Kevin Brown
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stories are powerful things. Even your own story can uplift, inspire, and make a change. As a filmmaker, you know the value of stories. What you have ...
221: How Identifying Your Niche Will Make Your Marketing More Powerful w/ Neal Schaffer
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You already know how to make amazing videos. If only that were enough to sustain your business, you'd be all set. Sadly, outstanding video seldom is e...
220: How to Build a Better Business by Cutting Back w/ Wesley Dean
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If only you had that one piece of gear you could take your business to the next level, right? Well, more often than not, you'll just end up spending m...
219: Why Small Offerings Are the Key to Landing Big Projects w/ Jacob Snowden
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn't want to land a high-budget project for a big brand? That may be the goal of many of us, but seldom can you start there. Before you get boo...
218: Creating a Winning Sales Process to Convert Your Ideal Client w/ Michele Caruana
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There was a time I tried promoting my studio with Facebook ads. It didn't end up working out. I suppose there was a lot I didn't know at the time that...
217: Get Creative With How You Run Your Business w/ Holly Gillen
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As creatives and entrepreneurs, we sometimes find ourselves up against a wall, unable to make money the way we thought we would. This is where we can ...
216: How to Define Success in Your Business w/ Evan Bourcier
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot of excitement for video freelancers when they start out. But often after a point, they realize that things aren't going as planned. In o...
215: How to Build a Rhythm of Creativity and Success w/ Dr. Shannan Crawford
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever found yourself poised to create something but unable to actually do it, you're far from alone. There's a whole psychology behind this p...
214: What is the Engine That Drives Your Business w/ Simon Banks
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What drives your business? I bet it's not what you think. It's not your style or your gear. It's not even the amazing videos that you create. It's you...
213: How to Create Compelling Content That Gets Results w/ Ben Gilbarg
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The secret to lasting social change is to create compelling content that actually gets results. I'm joined by Ben Gilbarg of Big Picture Anthems to ta...
212: How to Stand Out From the Crowd With Your Unique Marketing Strategy w/ Laura Higgins
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Your time is precious. I'm sure that as you get further and further into the business of video production, more things are competing for your time, es...
211: What Happens When You Embrace Rejection w/ Den Lennie
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rejection hurts. Nobody likes the feeling of it. But we need to take risks in our lives and businesses for progress to happen. Today's guest shares so...
210: Why You Need to Do Less to Get More Done in Your Business w/ Anthony Seratelli
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Although the best advice urges us to pick a niche and stick with it, that's really hard to do. We're creative people and entrepreneurs. We want to do ...
209: What Happened This Year and My Goals for the Next w/ Ryan Koral
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time of the year again. Well, it's the end of the year. That's why I want to take some time to talk about how it went. There have been wins ...
208: Saying No as a Way to Build a Better Video Business w/ Joshua Martin Studios
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Turning down opportunities can sometimes be a good thing for you and your business. It's not easy to say no to jobs and money. Yet, strategically doin...
207: Setting The Right Expectations for Satisfied Clients w/ Josh Emerick
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us get into this work to feed our creativity. We love to create and see our visions become reality. But we still have clients who have their o...
206: What Happens When You Build Trust to Grow Your Business w/ Chris Ray
07 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Your business will be made or broken on relationships. Building trust and being passionate is central to this. Whether it's your team, your clients, o...
205: Forging the Best Client Relationships with Generosity w/ John Ruhlin
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As a freelancer or small business owner, buying gifts for your clients may feel frivolous and wasteful. The truth is, it can be a small investment wit...
204: How to Use Live Streaming to Make Your Business a Success w/ Rob Balasabas
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Those of us with a YouTube channel know this frustration. You put in a ton of work into creating amazing content, but no one sees it. It may be becaus...
203: The Importance of Proper Bookkeeping to Save Your Business w/ Jeremy Doorn
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tax planning. Just those words make me shudder. Over the last 17 years, I've learned some hard lessons on this subject. I really wish I knew what I kn...
202: What You Need to Know About Gear w/ Chris Monlux
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Making smart gear purchases can help grow your video business. It can also be an expensive distraction. With such a large variety of choices and featu...
201: How to Become an Essentialist & Change Your Life for the Better w/ Greg McKeown
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Seventeen years of running my own video business have taught me that success is not about getting the best shot, or having the best demo reel or the b...
It's Time For Another Party! The 200th Episode Celebration!
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to believe it - 200 episodes! When I started this podcast, I never imagined that I'd make it to 200 episodes. But here we are. I know I'm he...
199: How to Respond to Requests for Free Work w/ Ryan Koral
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a friend or family member ask you for a big discount or to make a free video? If it hasn't happened yet, it's only a matter of time....
198: What You Need to Consider as You Grow Your Video Business w/ Ariel Martinez
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot to consider as your business grows. When I started my studio, I was my only employee. It wasn't too long before I realized I needed to h...
197: How to Grow Your Business by Leading Virtual Events w/ Ryan Koral
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This year has not gone as expected. That's true for my business as much as anything else. The mechanisms that used to bring clients and projects my wa...
196: How to Find Inspiration in Scarcity w/ Kelly Goldsmith
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As a small business owner, you actually have a lot of flexibility. You can pivot what you do and make offers that big companies can't. Especially duri...
195: How to Balance Your Needs as a Creative & Business Owner for Success w/ Josiah Moore
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
An emotional connection often exists between creatives and our creations. We want to have an influence and an impact with what we do. So it's easy to ...
194: Why Being Remarkable Makes All the Difference w/ Muse Storytelling
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you set yourself apart by impressing your clients? Hopefully, it is something that can land you bigger and better jobs. If you can be remarkabl...
193: What You Can Do To Help Your Ideal Clients Right Now w/ Hamil Bros
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If it hasn't happened already, you're going to deal with a difficult client. It's that type of experience that will help you identify your ideal clien...
192: Finding Work in the Right Budget for You and Your Business
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Having bigger budget clients and making more money sure seems like the thing to do. In reality, it's not always the best thing for your business. That...
191: Growing Your Business to Live a Delighted Life w/ Amira Alvarez
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you're running in place on a life-sized hamster wheel or are you living a life of delight? As a business owner and entrepreneur, it m...
190: Why It's Not As Urgent As You Think w/ Jason Fried
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Just because you have a great idea, it doesn't mean that your customers are going to love it too. They have their own projects and are working on thei...
189: Is Your Website's Copy Holding You Back w/ Josh Cantrell
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you're not working with the clients and budgets you'd like, the problem may lie in your website. What does the copywriting on it look like? Is it h...
188: Scope Creep w/ Ryan Koral
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a project become bigger than it's supposed to? I know I have. It's cost me time, money, and sanity. This is scope creep and it's inc...