Tag: freelance and business
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Ways to Cope With Pressure And Stress in Business Today
Stress can be a debilitating factor in the business world. Consider this scenario: A client approaches you with a project, and you agree to terms. You begin work, anticipating the client’s cooperation to ensure a successful outcome. Despite your expertise, the client’s lack of collaboration hinders your ability to deliver quality service. This disconnect creates…
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Episode 6- Five Reasons You Should Purchase Genuine Software to use in Your Freelance Business
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This Podcast is based on a blog post on why using genuine software for freelance work is crucial for success. I have experienced the pitfalls of using pirated software. I present five main points:
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3 Values That Business Owners Can Borrow From Religion To Succeed
Despite facing increased criticism and governmental crackdowns, recognized religions across the world continue to expand and flourish even in challenging economic conditions and climates. What could be the secret to this success? What strategies are religious organizations employing that contribute to their welfare, and can these be replicated in the business world to promote prosperity…
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Episode 5-Tips to Writing a Winning Script for Demo Videos and How to Video Tutorials
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The podcast is based on article written by Cheptiony Mutai, and provides advice on writing effective scripts for video demonstrations and tutorials. Mutai emphasizes the importance of understanding the target audience’s perspective and framing the script around their needs and problems. The article suggests using conversational language and short, concise sentences to make the information accessible and engaging. Mutai also advises clearly…
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Episode 3 -Top Client Tips to Hiring a Professional Video Editing Freelancer
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This podcast is based on a blog post by Cheptiony Mutai on Top Client Tips to Hiring a Professional Video Editing Freelancer. The author, who has seven years of experience in the video production industry, emphasizes the importance of clear communication, organization, and establishing trust when working with freelancers. The article includes tips on preparing…
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The Value of Video Editing: Why Fair Compensation Matters
Many clients who seek the services of video editors are not fully aware of the intricate processes involved in video editing. This lack of clarity often emboldens them to challenge the video editors they engage in attempts to get them to accept low pay for the comprehensive services provided. Unfortunately, some video producers in the…
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Episode 2- Five Areas in Business that Instructional Video Guides are Used
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In this podcast we dive into 5 areas where instructional video guides are used in business. This episode is based on Cheptiony Mutai blogposts. Software and programs need video guides to help new users learn how to use them efficiently. Mobile apps benefit from demo videos on the preview page to showcase functionality and entice downloads. Web-hosted apps require video training…
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The Deal-Breaker: Why Quotes Often Fail to Materialize
The gap between sending a quotation to provide goods or services and securing a contract can be frustrating. Many vendors wonder why their quotes are often overlooked. Common questions include whether their price was too high or if there were factors that favored other bidders. I’ve personally encountered cases where vendors have directly asked clients…
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Custom Quotes vs. Packages: Which is Right for Your Business?
In the early days of my entrepreneurial journey, I offered predefined service bundles for weddings and events through my video production company. As a seasoned video producer, I eagerly awaited responses from potential clients after presenting them with these packages. However, I often encountered ‘crickets’(silence):-). This pattern gradually diminished when I discovered that clients preferred…