Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Working Smarter, Not Harder, is the Secret to Success for Your Startup or Small Business

Working Smarter, Not Harder, is the Secret to Success for Your Startup or Small Business

We’re all familiar with the age-old phrase about “working smarter not harder” – and you know what? It is absolutely true! In any startup or small business you don’t have to be the best to succeed, but you do have to be smart!

There are over 28 million businesses in America. Therefore, the chances are good that your big idea is not completely unique. As a matter of fact, your business has probably been duplicated a number of times already. If it has not yet, then someone is on the verge of recreating it as we speak. Let’s face it, there are very, very few truly unique ideas anymore. With that said, you need to be able to differentiate yourself in a sea of similarity in order to succeed. The best way to differentiate yourself is not necessarily by being the best, but being “smart.” You only have so many hours in the day and while there is much to be said about working hard, you can only do so much.

What does it mean to “work smart?”

Here are my 3 tips to help you focus on working smarter not harder if your startup or small business is going to succeed:

#smallbusiness   #startup   #advice  
http://lscottharrell.com/working-smarter-not-harder/

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

3 Unexpected Benefits of Video Marketing

Originally shared by VideoToOrder.com

3 Unexpected Benefits of Video Marketing

Beyond the obvious benefits of video marketing, like the search engine optimization (SEO) benefits of video, easy delivery of your marketing message, increased customer retention, etc., nothing can boost a customer’s awareness and recall more effectively than a well-produced video. But, did you realize that there are additional tangible benefits your business can experience in addition to mere customer awareness?

#videomarketing #marketing #smallbusiness

Saturday, October 8, 2016

Best Drones to Use in Your Aerial Video Business Right Now

Best Drones to Use in Your Aerial Video Business Right Now

The fields of photography and filmmaking are growing at a very rapid pace thanks to the affordability and flexibility of the modern day drones. However, as mentioned above, the features of the drones sold today vary greatly from model to model. While we are currently waiting to see how DJI’s newest drone camera, the DJI Mavic Pro, and GoPro’s first remote aerial video platform, the GoPro Karma, perform, below you will find seven of the best camera drones, their specifications, unique features, accessories and, most importantly, the video camera capabilities that you can use to create top-notch videos and start making money with your drone right now!

#drone   #filmmaking   #aerialphotography  
http://vtrep.com/best-drones-making-money/

Travel Photography Tips, Basic Camera Maintenance and Preparation

Travel Photography Tips, Basic Camera Maintenance and Preparation

One of many complications that inherently come with travel is the burden of keeping everything you bring safe, functional and undamaged. Cameras and equipment can be of particular concern, as you will want to have the ability to capture the adventure and take it home with you. In the following travel photography tips I’m going to share with you a few precautions that you can take to ensure the safety and functionality of the camera and equipment you bring along.

One thing I would like to stress upfront is that the time to get the gear and cameras you plan to travel with ready to go is well BEFORE you leave. Oftentimes, finding replacements parts, camera accessories and supplies can be difficult, expensive and time consuming.

This article is part of my growing list of holiday and travel photography tips and collection of articles you might find really helpful to get the best photos possible during your next trip...

#travel   #photography   #travelphotography  
http://scottharrell.net/travel-photography-tips/

Monday, October 3, 2016

Make Videos With Your Android Smartphone or Tablet Using These 7 Great Apps

Make Videos With Your Android Smartphone or Tablet Using These 7 Great Apps

Originally shared by Video Entrepreneur Magazine

Making Videos with Your Android Smartphone or Tablet

Whether you are a professional freelance videographer, an aspiring filmmaker or just someone who loves to create videos and spread them online, it’s important that you have the right tools for your activity. There has never been a better time than today if you want to make videos with your android smartphone or tablet. Producing and uploading a video is super simple these days and just about anyone can do it. High quality video cameras are within easy reach of almost every consumer these days. The technology that’s packed into our mobile smartphones and tablets that fit easily into our pockets and purses is nothing short of awe inspiring. However, creating videos professionally or for video marketing purposes requires skill, creativity and experience. In the right hands, it is no wonder that professional video makers are turning to smartphones and tablets. The content they are creating today is astonishing and will continue to get better as smarter apps and refined accessories come into the market.

If you want to make videos with your Android smartphone or tablet, here are 7 Android apps I think are best right now for capturing, video making, video editing and enhancing your final movie right from your mobile device:

#android #smartphones #filmmaking
http://vtrep.com/make-videos-with-your-android-smartphone-or-tablet/

Shooting Real Estate Videos

Shooting Real Estate Videos

9 tips for shooting real estate video will to help you improve your video’s quality and effectiveness when using video marketing to sell property.
http://scottharrell.net/shooting-real-estate-video/

Six reasons why hiring a freelance videographer is a better business decision than bringing video production...

Six reasons why hiring a freelance videographer is a better business decision than bringing video production in-house.

As the march towards video continues to dominate the discussion around marketing for small and medium sized businesses, the inevitable question becomes, “Which is better, hiring a freelance videographer or bringing video production in-house?”

#smallbusiness   #videomarketing   #filmmaking  
https://videotoorder.com/blog/hiring-a-freelance-videographer/