In this episode of Beyond the Frame, Ben Sharf, co-founder of Platter, discusses the critical factors in scaling business growth while maintaining quality. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to the rapid advancements in AI and how it influences e-commerce. Ben shares insights on navigating the competitive landscape, the significance of organic content, and the goals for the future, including achieving profitability. He highlights the necessity of building meaningful relationships and the power of consistency in business operations.

Chapters

00:00 Scaling Growth and Quality

03:46 Navigating the Competitive Landscape

06:13 Harnessing Organic Content for Growth

08:17 The Importance of Consistency

09:05 Hiring for Growth

10:31 Evaluating New Opportunities

11:34 Building Relationships that Matter

12:18 Path to Profitability

13:11 The Power of Persistence

13:55 Final Thoughts and Insights

In this conversation, Brian Armstrong, an Emmy award-winning filmmaker and environmental advocate, discusses the significant shifts in the media landscape, particularly the transition to streaming. He shares insights on the challenges faced by production companies, the importance of diversifying content, and the need for non-traditional funding sources. Brian emphasizes the necessity of building and maintaining relationships in the industry while navigating the complexities of content creation and distribution. He reflects on his accomplishments and aspirations for the future, highlighting the importance of creating engaging and educational programming.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Brian Armstrong

00:57Navigating Industry Changes

05:29The Importance of Diversification

09:49Exploring Non-Traditional Funding

13:13Challenges in Building Relationships

16:41Future Goals and Aspirations

19:57Pride in Accomplishments