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AI in video marketing

How Small Businesses Can Use AI to Create Better Marketing Videos

Creating marketing videos for your small business used to feel like a major production. And to be honest… between coming up with ideas, writing scripts, filming, editing, and trying to post consistently, it’s A LOT. The good news is, AI tools for video creation can help you create better marketing videos without replacing human creativity. …

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Why Video Testimonials for Business Are the Secret Sauce to Earning Trust Online

You’ve got happy clients. You’ve delivered great results. But when it comes to converting curious viewers into buyers… screenshots and star ratings will only take you so far. In marketing, there’s one golden rule: people trust people. Social proof is everything and there’s one marketing tool that turns trust into action faster than almost anything …

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What I Now Know About Video Marketing After 8 Years

Eight years. Eight years of navigating the ever-evolving landscape of video marketing.  It feels like just yesterday I was fumbling with lighting setups and struggling to get the audio right. Back then, I thought I had it all figured out. I had big ideas about viral videos and instant success. Now, looking back, I realize …

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Reels vs. TikTok vs. YouTube Shorts: Where Should Your Business Be?

The internet's IN LOVE with short videos, and it's hard to ignore the phenomenon that has taken over our screens. You can't scroll for long without seeing one. The big question is, with Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts all out there, how do you pick the best platform for your business's videos? Let’s figure out …

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What to Expect in Video Marketing in 2025: Our Predictions

2025 is here! Can you believe it yet? While we're still figuring out our New Year's resolutions, the world of video marketing is already evolving but one thing still remains: video marketing is here to stay. According to LocaliQ, nearly 60% of small businesses are already using short-form video platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels. …

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Video Marketing Tips To Boost Your Sales

You've been diligently creating videos for your business, but it feels like they're not making a significant impact on your bottom line, sound familiar? You've even spent hours filming, editing, and uploading, only to see a disappointing number of views and little to no sales. Many businesses struggle to turn video content into REAL sales. …

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Don’t do THIS with your Social Media Videos

I see this mistake made with business's social media video posts.
And their photo and text posts too. Don't do this!

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Video Marketing and Efficiency

Construction Wisdom I learned a very valuable lesson while working for my dad’s swimming pool company. While the muscles I gained picking up 94 pound bags of Portland cement gave me feelings of confidence, and the tolerance for being sweaty/dirty/hot gave me a “get ‘er done” attitude, if you’d asked me what’s the biggest lesson …

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Should I hire a videographer for my event?

It’s a difficult decision to decide if it’s worth the cost to hire a videographer for your event. In the effort of making things simpler, I made a flow chart! (Ooh! For the record, if you’re wondering about a photographer for your event, this flowchart works the same- just exchange for the right lingo.) I’ve …

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TOP TEN Ideas for a video withOUT using your Face (video)

If you just didn’t feel up to appearing in your own video, here are 10 ways to make a video without using your face! Resource section (aka giving credit where due!) Thumbnail photo by Adrian Pelletier on Unsplash My instagram Glenn Matecun- Estate Planning Lawyer Whiteboard software Kevin J. Anderson (he’s available for speaking engagements …

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Another shoot with @freedomhousedetroit in the boo Another shoot with @freedomhousedetroit in the books! It was a hot one with plenty of walking, but getting to see familiar faces again made the day even better.

I also got the sweetest testimonial from FHD’s Chief Executive, which was such a lovely surprise! Always grateful when clients take the time to share kind words about working together. Definitely made the sweaty shoot day worth it.
Still love it though. Ask me again after I’ve expo Still love it though. Ask me again after I’ve exported everything.
It’s not about doing more, it’s doing things with It’s not about doing more, it’s doing things with a little more intention.
 
If editing is the part that’s slowing you down or keeping things stuck, you don’t have to carry that on your own.
 
We’re offering video editing services, send us a message, and we’ll help bring your content together.
It's almost pumpkin spice, apple cider and donuts It's almost pumpkin spice, apple cider and donuts season! 🎃
 
It felt surreal to film for @spicerorchards as I grew up going to this Orchard. And while they knock it out of the park with their fall attractions, they're actually open year-round and have delicious treats and fun activities all year! (Christmas Train to see Santa anyone?)
 
If you get a chance, go visit them for some pick-your-own and to see all the awesomeness they have going on there.
I get to learn from a LOT of different businesses I get to learn from a LOT of different businesses doing this job, and that’s probably one of my favorite things about it.
 
Video marketing is a pretty broad term but for me, it means creating videos that businesses and nonprofits can actually use to share who they are, what they do and why it's important.
 
Website videos, social media content, testimonials, services, products, events, behind the scenes... basically anything that helps people understand what you do and get a better feel for the people behind it.
 
If you want to see a few examples of what I mean, comment VIDEO and we’ll happily send some over.
There’s something powerful about knowing exactly h There’s something powerful about knowing exactly how you want to show up.
 
You're not trying to say everything to everyone, you're just being clear on who you’re talking to and what you want them to feel when they watch.
 
When that part is solid, everything else just carries it further. That’s when video stops feeling like content and starts feeling like an extension of your brand.
I’ve spent years building a business I’m proud of I’ve spent years building a business I’m proud of and now I’m learning how to keep building it while raising someone I’m even prouder of.
 
It’s not always perfectly balanced and I don’t think it needs to be. Some days work and motherhood just happen side by side. Like this.
It’s funny how the shortest videos can sometimes t It’s funny how the shortest videos can sometimes take the longest to get right. 😅

There’s a lot of thought that goes into making something feel simple, natural, and easy to watch. And that’s part of what I love about creating video.

Need some of those little 30-second videos for your own business? I’d be happy to make them! My DMs are always open.
Had some interesting company from this week-long s Had some interesting company from this week-long shoot.
 
Big thank you to @feltedskystudio and #NeedleFeltingJoy for continuing to bring me back and trusting me with your videos. I always have such a good time creating with these guys, and apparently I get to expand my social circle while I’m at it. 😂 Hanging with the spideys and @amykimballphotography is so fun!

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