What happens when journalism, content creation, and entrepreneurship collide?
In this episode of Video Mojo, host Jon Leland sits down with Alexa Phillips, whose viral TikTok about entrepreneurial journalism has sparked nearly a million views and a huge wave of conversation about the future of media.
Alexa breaks down how creators are becoming trusted voices in their industries — blurring the lines between journalist, influencer, and entrepreneur. Together, we explore:
🎙️ How “entrepreneurial journalism” is changing the game for both journalists and creators
📈 What creators can learn from journalistic practices like fact-checking, storytelling, and trust-building
💡 What journalists can learn from the creator economy’s authenticity and personal branding
🤖 How AI is accelerating the shift toward knowledge-based media
🔥 Why this new era of independent media might be the most exciting — and empowering — yet
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Journalism
02:14 The Viral Experience and Its Impact
05:13 Trust in Media and the Rise of Creators
08:05 Learning from Each Other: Journalists and Creators
10:58 The Role of AI in Journalism
13:44 Owned vs. Rented Media
16:47 Building a Personal Brand
19:19 The Future of Content Creation
22:24 The Importance of Authenticity
25:13 Engagement and Community Building
27:54 Conclusion and Future Perspectives
🔗 Connect with Alexa:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexacphillips
Newsletter: https://creativesanonymous.beehiiv.com/
Website: https://www.brighteyescreative.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexa-c-phillips/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brighteyescreative/
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Hear Rick McCauley's insights on **technology transformation** in conversation with Jon Leland on Video Mojo. He discusses the **future of ai** and using **artificial intelligence** for good. Discover how **ai in business** can be a force for **tech for good**. 🎬✨🔗 Connect with Rick here: https://bit.ly/m/RickMcCawley 🔗 Connect with Jon, subscribe to his AI Creativity Chronicles emails or get free downloads:https://stan.store/joncombridges
Explore the power of ai tools in filmmaking as the future shifts from Hollywood to innovative AI software. Discover how AI can generate footage and storyboards, creating a new era of visual storytelling. This shift makes filmmaking more accessible and efficient, especially with advancements in AI video generation**. Also, this video offers insights into content creation using artificial intelligence.🔗 Get started with MovieFloAI here (affiliate link):https://combridges.com/aivideoChapters00:00 The Future of Filmmaking: AI Innovations02:08 Introducing MovieFlow.ai: Revolutionizing Storytelling04:42 The Human Element in AI Storytelling07:31 Streamlined Workflow: From Concept to Export10:04 Live Demo: Exploring MovieFlow's Features18:39 The Future of Video Storytelling: Predictions and Concerns🔗 Connect with Jon, subscribe to his AI Creativity Chronicles emails, check out "Prompted to Create: a breakthrough experiential approach to AI for marketers" or get free downloads:https://stan.store/joncombridgesGot a creative project that AI can help get done faster and with ease? Learn about Jon's AI Creativity Consulting: https://ai-creativity.carrd.co/Affiliates:🔗 Free Kit Email Marketing Account: https://www.combridges.com/email🔗 The Best Way to Record High-Quality Video Interviews: https://www.combridges.com/record🔗 Video Editing with AI & Avatars: https://www.combridges.com/edit🔗 "Loom on Steriods": https://www.combridges.com/video🔗 Recommended Platform for Community Building: https://www.combridges.com/community.
What happens when you feed 20+ interview transcripts and vintage boat photos into Google Notebook LM and test-fly them through OpenAI Sora?
👉 A crystal-clear 3-act structure, funding-ready storyboards, and concept footage that actually looks like a sunset sail past the Golden Gate.
In this episode of Video Mojo, I speak with filmmaker Vince Casalaina to demo the exact workflow we used to turn a hazy idea about San Francisco’s wooden sailing ships into a pitchable documentary package—without losing the romance of tall masts and hand-hewn hulls.Key takeaways:
• Notebook LM = instant research room → outlines, sound-bites, and an AI-generated “podcast” overview that sells the story for you.
• Sora is already good enough for concept shots—if you “embrace the jank” and know a sailor’s rigging.
• A solid AI-backed structure gives you the confidence (and assets) to approach high-net-worth donors today.
⏱️ Chapters00:00 Intro & project overview00:33 Vince’s expectations vs. reality01:13 Why AI? First passes in Notebook LM02:56 Nailing the three-act story spine04:51 Pitching high-net-worth backers with confidence06:29 DEMO: AI-generated “audio overview” voices in Notebook LM07:42 Mining 20+ interview transcripts for golden sound-bites07:44 First experiments in Sora text-to-video (and embracing the jank)08:44 Our best AI boat shot — and a sailor’s verdict10:22 Funding call-out & how to contact Vince10:49 Jon’s “Prompted to Create” course teaser & wrap-up🔗 Connect with Jon Leland:https://stan.store/joncombridgesGot a creative project that AI can help get done faster and with ease? Learn about Jon's AI Creativity Consulting:
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Get ready for fun, play, and dramatically increased creativity! Join Jon Leland for this lively, informative, and inspiring episode of Video Mojo as we explore the limitless possibilities of Artificial Intelligence with Kyle Shannon, a visionary at the intersection of AI and creativity.
Founder of AI Salon and known for his profound insights into the AI revolution, Kyle shares his expertise on how AI is not just changing the landscape of technology but also unlocking new realms of creativity for individuals and industries alike. 🎥 Key Highlights: - Dive into Kyle's journey and the genesis of AI Salon, a community for AI enthusiasts and creators. - Understand the impact of generative AI on creativity and how it can serve as a powerful tool for enhancing human ingenuity. - Explore the transformative potential of AI in various fields, from art and video production to software development and beyond. - Hear about the future of AI and its implications for content creation, storytelling, and personal expression. 🕒 Timecodes: 00:00 - Introduction and welcome Kyle Shannon 02:58 - Kyle's vision on AI and Creativity 06:37 - The rapid adoption of AI technologies and their societal impact 10:26 - Human creativity in the age of AI 15:15 - Playing beyond your core knowledge with AI 19:14 - Overcoming misconceptions about AI 24:14 - Storyvine: Automating video storytelling without losing authenticity 37:51 - The Authenticity Engine: Merging AI with human stories 44:32 - Embracing AI for a brighter, creative future
💡 Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the future of AI, this conversation is a treasure trove of insights on harnessing the power of AI to fuel your creative pursuits. 👉 Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful conversations on Video Mojo. Your engagement helps us bring more thought leaders like Kyle Shannon into the spotlight. Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below! 🔗 Links Discussed: - AI Creativity Playshop with Kyle & Jon: https://videomojo.circle.so/c/creativity-squared-ai-playshop/ - AI Salon: https://aisalon.mn.co - AI Learning Lab on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ailearninglab - Storyvine: https://storyvine.com/ - AI Futures: An Anthology book: https://a.co/d/1geA7yh - Ideogram generative AI graphics: https://ideogram.ai/- Suno generative AI music program: https://www.suno.ai/- Pi personal human-like chatbot: https://pi.ai/- Sheri Dee on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sherideestudio- Shelly Boesch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kelly_boesch_ai_art - Jon's email list & social links: https://play.combridges.com/ 🧰 TOOLS THAT JON USES & RECOMMENDS 🧰 Riverside for remote recording - https://combridges.com/record Descript for transcript-based, AI-assisted video editing - https://combridges.com/edit ConvertKit for email marketing - https://combridges.com/email Circle for community building & courses - https://combridges.com/community Tella for screen sharing & educational video production - https://combridges.com/video
Very few people understand modern video production the way that Judie Russell of https://thevidacademy.com does. From producing TV shows in Ireland, to training corporate executives to make authentic presentations, to teaching streamlined smartphone video production processes, to fearlessly exploring the creative opportunities offered AI, Judie fills this episode of Video Mojo with insights, tips, and actionable production strategies. Also included are examples of her creativity: The Celtic Goddess Guided Meditation Karol: The Full Season Timestamped Summary: 00:00 🎥 Judie shares tips on leveraging AI and playing multiple characters to make video production easier. 02:43 🎥 Embrace AI in video creation to enhance creativity and efficiency. 07:31 🎥 How to use AI and CapCut to create unique and engaging video content. 11:10 🎥 Why Adobe Podcast Enhance is an essential AI audio improvement tool. 15:25 🎥 Mobile phones can produce high-quality content and the importance of good audio and pre-production planning. 18:51 🎥 Judie uses a teleprompter and ChatGPT for efficiency in video creation. 21:11 🎥 AI can enhance creativity and make video editing easier, with CapCut simplifying tasks that used to take weeks in Premiere Pro. 25:18 🎥 AI and apps like CapCut can make video creation easier, while generating your own images with AI is more fun and avoids copyright issues, but there is a potential risk of AI claiming ownership of all images. More about Judie Russell: https://thevidacademy.com Or find her on the socials at @TheVidacademy CapCut, the free video editing tool that we discussed can be found here: https://www.capcut.com Information on Austin Kleon and his wonderful books about how to live a more creative life is here: https://austinkleon.com/ 🔗 JOIN JON'S EMAIL LIST or explore ALL his links: 🔗 https://play.combridges.com/ 🧰 TOOLS THAT JON USES & RECOMMENDS 🧰 Riverside for remote recording - https://combridges.com/record Descript for transcript-based, AI-assisted video editing - https://combridges.com/edit ConvertKit for email marketing - https://combridges.com/email Circle for community building & courses - https://combridges.com/community Tella for screen sharing & educational video production - https://combridges.com/video
Liz Wilcox, the "fresh princess of email marketing," and Jon Leland, media innovator since "71 and the host of "Video Mojo," delve into the power of email and video to spread joy and creativity in cultivating community and authentic relationships.
- Wilcox emphasizes human-to-human connections, advocating for authenticity and vulnerability in email communication.
- Hear recommendations to avoid the "YouTube SEO" approach in subject lines by writing as if reaching out to a friend, using a conversational tone and providing value.
- Discover how storytelling in email doesn't necessitate elaborate narratives; simple personal updates can effectively connect with readers.
- Wilcox promotes low-cost community offerings to foster inclusivity and allow more people access to her knowledge and expertise.
- Concise and bite-sized emails are encouraged, with a focus on providing valuable information and prompting action from readers.
- The framework for creating a successful email welcome sequence includes showcasing personality, sharing one's vision for clients, and communicating values.
- A free guide with 52 subject lines, email templates, and examples for effective email marketing is offered.
- Wilcox's emphasis on community, inclusivity, and value-driven pricing aligns with her long-term vision for her business.
- She encourages finding creative outlets and embracing joy in the process of video and email creation.
- Wilcox believes everyone has the right to learn, which influences her pricing strategy and commitment to inclusivity.
**Timestamps:**
* 0:01 - Welcome & Intros
* 2:25 - The Power of Email and Video in Building Relationships
* 4:15 - Liz's Focus on Inclusivity and Affordability
* 4:45 - The Importance of Authenticity and Vulnerability
* 5:44 - Avoiding the "YouTube SEO" Approach in Subject Lines
* 7:15 - The Art of Storytelling in Email Marketing
* 13:38 - How to Successful Email Welcome Sequence
* 14:11 - Good Subject Lines
* 16:55 - Welcome Sequences
* 19:21 - Free Courses as Lead Magnets
* 21:12 - Jon's Vision for Creativity Sandbox
* 23:12 - Ethical Storytelling and Its Misunderstanding
* 26:47 - The Challenge of Consistency
* 27:16 - The Broken Refrigerator Story
* 30:40 - Jon's Goal of Consistent TikToks
* 31:46 - Welcome Sequence Templates
* 32:26 - Liz's Generous Offer
* 33:45 - Jon's Appreciation
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This week's guest on Video Mojo shares his inspiring journey of rebuilding his life and business after the devastation of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. After he was forced to close his coffee business, he started a video editing company from scratch and grew it to a staff of six within a year, offering valuable insights into entrepreneurship and success on YouTube.
Ukrainian entrepreneur Anton Kosheliev exemplifies the importance of persevering in business, helping others, and creating valuable, educational content to achieve success on YouTube.
He does all this despite facing the challenges of living in a war zone. Anton's courage and just-do-it attitude are an inspiration for those of us living in much less challenging circumstances.
There's much that we can learn from him, including his insights about what works on YouTube. 🎥 00:00 Learn how this Ukrainian entrepreneur built a successful video business in less than a year despite conflict, starting a YouTube channel and growing a team of editors. 🚀 05:28 Rather than create a virtual team, Anton hired local editors and taught them YouTube skills so they could succeed. He also recommends creating educational videos to support audience goals in their industry. 🎥 09:32 Anton recommends consistently delivering value through educational videos and prioritizing starting and improving over time rather than thinking you can achieve instant success on YouTube. 📈 12:28 For most businesses, outsourcing video editing allows for more content creation and business growth, while creating evergreen content is more valuable for building a successful YouTube channel vs YouTube Shorts. 📈 17:36 Create valuable long-form content, prioritize thumbnails for high click-through rates, and avoid becoming a slave to the algorithm if you want sustainable YouTube success. 🚀 22:45 Be inspired by how Anton started small, put his ego aside, and focused on creating a name and recognition to achieve success on YouTube despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. 💡 25:25 Despite conflict and economic challenges in Ukraine, Anton emphasizes the importance of persevering in business and helping people survive. 👍 28:37 Even for someone living in a war zone, YouTube adds value for Anton by showcasing this creator's intentions and reputation, leading to increased trust and business opportunities. Anton is an inspiration making a big difference in people's lives. 🔗 JOIN JON'S EMAIL LIST and/or ALL his links: 🔗 https://play.combridges.com/ 🧰 TOOLS THAT JON USES & RECOMMENDS (affiliate links) 🧰 Riverside for remote recording - https://combridges.com/record Descript for transcript-based, AI-assisted video editing ConvertKit for email marketing Circle for community building & courses Tella for screen sharing & educational video production
🤖 Dive into the Future of A.I. & Creativity with Richard Gutjahr and Jon Leland! 🤖 Join the journey through common misconceptions about A.I. with your host, media pioneer Jon Leland, as he engages in a profound conversation with the German journalist, speaker, and master storyteller, Richard Gutjahr. 🚂 A Revolution Bigger Than the Printing Press & Steam Engine! 🚂 We stand on the precipice of a technological revolution, potentially dwarfing the impacts of the printing press and steam engine combined! It’s a chaotic, thrilling, and transformative era where, if navigated wisely, the positives can monumentally overshadow the negatives. 💡 A.I. Journaling: A Symphony of Stunning Outputs 💡 Witness the marvels of A.I. journaling, as it consistently delivers outputs that are not just stunning but also mind-blowingly creative, crafting combinations that are as unexpected as they are innovative. 🌍 Boundless Creativity: A Global Tapestry 🌍 Explore how creativity, unbounded and limitless, weaves a global tapestry, connecting minds across continents, inspiring, and being inspired, in a magnificent exchange of ideas and innovations. ⚡ Generative A.I.: The Creative Accelerant ⚡ Discover how Generative A.I. isn’t just a tool but an accelerant, propelling creative individuals to new heights, amplifying their abilities, and enabling the production of more exhilarating outputs. 🔄 A.I.: A Fundamental Shift in Our World 🔄 Contemplate the birth of A.I. as a pivotal moment in human history, altering our creative landscapes and steering the course of our collective future in unprecedented ways. 💼 A.I. Isn’t Replacing You...Unless? 💼 "Your job's not going to be replaced by AI. It's going to be replaced by somebody who knows how to use AI." Navigate through the nuances of this profound statement as we dissect what AI means for our professional futures. 😃 A Future Teeming with Possibilities 😃 Benefit from Richard Gutjahr’s excitement and optimism about residing in a time brimming with technological advancements, and share in the eager anticipation of what the future, intertwined with AI and creativity, holds for us. 🔗 Join Us on Video Mojo as we unravel these threads and more, exploring the depths of AI and creativity, and pondering the profound impacts and possibilities they hold for our future! Connect with Richard Gutjahr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutjahr/ ❌ Jon's "A.I. Peeps" Twitter/X List: ❌ https://twitter.com/i/lists/1627727402830012416 🔗 JOIN JON'S EMAIL LIST and/or ALL his links: 🔗 https://play.combridges.com/ 🧰 TOOLS THAT JON USES & RECOMMENDS (affiliate links) 🧰 Riverside for remote recording - https://combridges.com/record Descript for transcript-based video editing - https://combridges.com/edit ConvertKit for email marketing - https://combridges.com/email ⏰ TIME STAMPS ⏰ 00:00 The keys to understanding AI's potential 🔑 05:24 The value of experimentation and play 👉 09:12 Practicing and sharing creative content on social media can nurture creativity & inspire others 🤖 10:46 AI is creative in its own right 🚀 13:20 AI is a game-changing technology that enables universal participation and learning, surpassing expectations 🤖 16:07 Invest time in learning and experimenting with AI to become more creative 🤖 18:39 Investing in oneself and embracing the intersection of technology, AI, and liberal arts is essential for staying competitive in the workplace 🤖 21:42 Focus on how you can use AI and collaborate with others to explore its potential
Marketing AI Institute's Chief Content Officer, Mike Kaput and Video Mojo host Jon Leland explain why marketers who do not embrace and adapt to AI are rapidly being left behind. They also recommend the best apps to get started with copywriting, image generation, and concept video production. Key insights include strategies and approaches for marketing executives and agencies on how to use AI marketing tools most effectively. Kaput and Leland explain how to use AI as a creative collaborator in order to generate content and revolutionize creativity. The most important takeaway is that AI tools should only be used as an additive component to your established marketing strategies, not a replacement. These tools can dramatically enhance and empower your strategic positioning, but more content for the sake of more content won't help anyone and can turn off your prospects. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS ⏰ 🚀 00:00 Adapt to AI in order to stay competitive, as using AI marketing tools is essential for success 💡 03:48 How to get started with AI for marketing 🤖 07:08 Recommended AI marketing tools 📱 13:34 YouTube's collaboration with Universal Music Group 🤖 17:56 Image generation apps: Midjourney and Adobe Firefly 🚀 22:54 Video tools like RunwayML can help generate concept trailers and videos to showcase ideas 🚀 26:44 Job challenges for voice-over announcers 🚀 31:36 Be cautious of vendors making wild claims about AI, focus on producing quality content and building relationships 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED 🔗 http://MarketingAIinstitute.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekaput/ ChatGPT Plus: https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt-plus ($20/month) Generative AI Images: http://MidJourney.com https://firefly.adobe.com/ (rights-controlled images) Jon's "A.I. Peeps" Twitter/X List: https://twitter.com/i/lists/1627727402830012416 AI’s you can talk to: https://audiopen.ai https://heypi.ai https://Claude.ai YouTube-Universal announcement on YouTube blog: https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/partnering-with-the-music-industry-on-ai/ Past Video Mojo Episodes Referenced: David Boyle: https://youtu.be/Sfi7Xbc7BRc Nicolas Neubert: https://youtu.be/cFOBiOzVC7Q The Genesis Concept Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LodDJFg_LQk http://ElevenLabs.io (ai-generated voices) Jon's video on the categories of AI video: https://youtu.be/T5bIAZMwePk ChatGPT Plug-ins including Code Interpreter (data analysis): https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt-plugins 🧰 TOOLS THAT JON USES & RECOMMENDS (affiliate links) 🧰 Riverside for remote recording - https://combridges.com/record Descript for transcript-based video editing - https://combridges.com/edit ConvertKit for email marketing - https://combridges.com/email
In the face of all of AI's dangers, my guest Frank Prendergast and I discuss the opportunities to use AI for creative fun and as a marketing enhancer. But we don't put our heads in the sand either. We confront AI's limitations, including the fact that AI cannot replace the human component of creativity, nor can it build authentic trust with an audience. Most importantly, we agree that getting to know AI—yes, through playful experimentation—is a crucial skill to develop in today's rapidly changing world. 🗝️ KEY POINTS DISCUSSED: 00:00 Having fun is crucial in content marketing. 04:54 Be cautious of AI's potential dangers and stay aware that it cannot replace the human component of the creative process. 08:19 Surf the AI marketing tsunami, support regulation initiatives, and have fun while preparing for a future where human involvement may not be necessary in certain domains. 10:35 Learn how Frank used AI tools to create a retro 80s music video, including turning still images into animated avatars synced with the song's lyrics. 14:41 AI has the potential to democratize creativity and empower people in the developing world. 17:59 The impact of AI on creative ownership is uncertain. 21:35 Content creators must infuse their own humanity into their work. 24:52 AI in marketing is becoming increasingly important, allowing for more time to focus on enjoyable aspects and creating a better experience for the audience. 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: Frank Predergast - https://frankandmarci.com Frank's MidJourney/BeatBot/D-ID music video - https://youtu.be/Vl_WvV92zOU?si=hgSQy... Two A.I. books mentioned: Superintelligence by Nick Bostrom - https://a.co/d/7Bx74CB Scary Smart by Mo Gawdat - https://a.co/d/6jDL6JR MidJourney, image generation AI - https://www.midjourney.com/ BeatBot, instant song generation AI - https://beatbot.fm/ D-ID, photo-to-video AI - https://www.d-id.com/ Elyse Myers on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@elysemyers 🧰 TOOLS I USE & RECOMMEND (affiliate links): Riverside for remote recording - https://combridges.com/record Descript for transcript-based video editing - https://combridges.com/edit ConvertKit for email marketing - https://combridges.com/email
In this Video Mojo exclusive, we delve into the fascinating world of how AI can be used for creative experimentation. I talk with Nicolas Neubert, who I met on X / Twitter as part of #aicommunity.
In this conversation, he illuminates his breakthrough project, "Genesis," a concept movie trailer, and how he used the power of two AI apps, MidJourney and RunwayML to bring his cinematic vision to life. He also shares his music source and the free video editing software he chose to use despite his expertise with more advanced software.
To his own amazement, this project has gone viral and was featured on CNN and in Forbes.
Nicolas, a product designer at Volkswagen by day, has always been drawn to the realms of art and creativity. In this inspiring endeavor, he takes us on a creative adventure through how he created the "Genesis" concept movie trailer leveraging these two leading-edge AI tools, MidJourney and RunwayML.
Discover how Nicholas seamlessly blends his expertise in design with his passion for visual storytelling.
Uncover the secrets behind his creative process as he shares insights into how AI can be harnessed for artistic expression.#CreativeExperiment #ArtMeetsTechnology
LINKS: @iamneubert on X
YouTube of the "Genesis" faux movie trailer
Nicolas' tweet on The Making of "Genesis" faux movie trailer using MidJourney and RunwayML
Forbes article about this project
CNN story on RunwayML
(or mobile app)
TIMESTAMPS: The key idea of the video is that AI-powered video apps like MidJourney and RunwayML provide a creative and efficient way for individuals and companies to generate viral videos, while also emphasizing the importance of human judgment and experimentation in the creative process.
00:00 🎥 A product designer at Volkswagen used MidJourney and RunwayML to create an AI-generated movie trailer, showcasing the power of AI video generative technology.
07:45 🎥 The speaker used AI to create a viral video by mapping images and beats to a track, embracing the randomness of AI in the creative process.
12:22 🎥 AI-powered video apps bring both creativity and challenges, allowing creative individuals to generate art and stories while emphasizing the importance of human judgment and incorporating happy accidents into the creative process.
17:27 📹 The positive and supportive mid-journey community on Twitter inspired people to try out video apps like MidJourney and RunwayML, leading to increased video sharing and benefiting everyone involved.
21:43 🎥 Cap Cut, a free video editing software, was used to create a trailer using MidJourney, RunwayML, and a music program, simplifying the film production process.
25:38 🎥 The speaker used AI-powered video apps to create a viral video by generating images, crafting a story, and adding key shots, while emphasizing the importance of experimentation and original content.
33:33 🎥 The speaker discusses the idea of creating a viral video using AI-powered video apps, emphasizing the importance of sticking to the original idea, embracing randomness, and including both portrait and action shots.
37:50 🎥 AI-powered video apps like MidJourney and RunwayML save time and money by allowing companies to quickly create proof of concept videos, test audience engagement, and explore creative ideas in animation and filmmaking, providing an opportunity for everyone to embrace their creativity and gain an edge in their industry.
Powerful business advice on how to use ChatGPT & AI to grow your business and improve your marketing from marketing strategist and author, David Boyle, in conversation with media pioneer and Video Mojo host, Jon Leland. David is Director at Audience Strategies, an agency that helps brands use a deep understanding of their audiences to drive growth, and he is also co-author of the PROMPT books, which are practical guides to business growth using ChatGPT. In this interview: - David emphasizes that AI, specifically AI like ChatGPT, is a powerful tool that can amplify one's existing abilities, especially in creative domains like writing, image creation, and potentially music and video in the future. - He strongly advises against blindly accepting AI's output as final. Instead, AI's output should be seen as a first draft or a recommendation that needs to be fact-checked, enhanced, and owned by the user. - David perceives AI as a useful thought partner and idea generator. This is particularly true in understanding audience needs, wants, and brainstorming innovative ways to meet those needs. - David suggests that the usefulness of AI isn't strictly confined to specific industries. The fundamentals of understanding underlying audience needs and using AI to innovate based on those needs can be applied across industries. - He recommends starting with ChatGPT as it's ready for mass adoption and is being constantly improved. Once the basics are mastered, he suggests exploring other models like Claude from Anthropic and other tools like Magai for more advanced/specific needs. - He acknowledges the ethical dilemmas associated with using AI, such as bad actors misusing AI, people making misguided decisions based on AI recommendations, and potential future risks when AI can control real-world systems. He also mentions the moral dilemma of AI models benefiting from copyrighted material without attributing value to the original creators. - David recommends using the text-based API of AI models as a starting point for understanding the capabilities and limitations of AI. From there, one can expand to other domains like images, videos, and music. - He advises individuals to start engaging with AI by speaking into the ChatGPT app and asking it to organize and make recommendations based on their thoughts. He describes this as a simple way to get started with AI. - David believes that AI is transformative to work and that those who choose not to use AI risk getting left behind. He emphasizes that AI users are likely to be more effective in their work and happier overall. - Lastly, David is passionate about helping people use AI more effectively. He offers assistance to anyone struggling with AI and is even willing to provide his books for free to those who cannot afford them. Links mentioned: MIT study on AI Website that combines ChatGPT & Claude Mo Gawdat on Prof G pod (July 13th, 2023 episode) David's links: https://prompt.mba https://audiencestrategies.com https://twitter.com/beglen Time stamps for key content: 2:50 The Dangers of AI 4:25 Importance of editing & fact-checking AI output 6:15 What's different about marketing strategy now? 8:08 How to use AI as a thought partner re audience research, sample prompt 12:46 Number 1 prompt to get started with using ChatGPT as a business coach 14:40 The pros and cons of ChatGPT, Claude, & other models and AI apps, including Magai.co 17:20 Dangers of AI: bad actors, misinformation, and an important warning 21:20 How AI amplifies creative abilities 22:30 Ethical dilemma of copyright issues 25:08 Job market, job losses, and the advantages offered 🤗 Please like, share, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. It really helps! ✅ Subscribe to Jon Leland email blasts, connect via social media, &/or get other free stuff.
In this video, my Video Mojo guest is Kevon Cheung, a successful entrepreneur, community builder, and author of "Find Joy in Chaos: How to Build Your Twitter Presence so Connections and Opportunities Come Find You." Our conversation revolves around the importance of building in public, transparency, and community. Kevon shares his journey as a creator and his previous experience running a SaaS company, which despite being funded, did not achieve the growth he desired. This led him to walk away from the company around the same time, he was about to become a father. He realized he wanted to make a dramatic pivot and recognized the importance of building a personal brand and a reputation that could compound over time. This led Kevon to investigate and develop his thoughtful approach to building a personal brand and writing online. He offers valuable lessons learned from these entrepreneurial experiences. At the core of his endeavors over the last two and a half years is the concept of "building in public" where he emphasizes that the number of followers or the size of an email list does not fully define success. Instead, he believes that the value one provides and the authenticity one maintains are more critical. Throughout the video, we both highlight the importance of patience, authenticity, and providing value in social media marketing. We discuss how these elements can lead to building a thriving and authentic community. This entire conversation underscores the importance of being value-driven in today's digital landscape.
Kevon's links:
Find Joy in Chaos (book)
Twitter Here are some key points made in the video with their timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Kevon's background, his journey as a creator, and his approach to building his personal brand. 05:00 - Discussion on the concept of "building in public" and the importance of providing value and maintaining authenticity. 10:00 - Kevon shares his financial journey as a creator, his monthly revenue, and the importance of patience. 15:00 - The role of Twitter, Kevon and I share our thoughts on other platforms like Threads, and the importance of scheduling tweets to deliver better value. 20:00 - The value of community building on Twitter and the distinction between customers and partners. 25:00 - Kevon talks about email courses, how they help in community building, and his approach to offering value without directly selling anything. 🤗 Please like, share, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. It really helps! ✅ Subscribe to my email blasts & get other free stuff ➡️ Apps that I personally use & recommend (affiliate links): 📧 ConvertKit for email marketing 🎥 Descript for video editing ⏺ Riverside for virtual video interview recording
In this episode of Video Mojo, I talk to Ethan Beute, Chief Evangelist for the video messaging app, BombBomb, and author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller "Human-Centered Communication." Ethan shares his insights on how authenticity and human connection transform video marketing in the digital age. Ethan sheds light on the power of video in adding "intent data" that's missing in traditional digital channels - things like facial expressions, tone, and body language - to bridge communication gaps and build trust. Discussing the challenges and fears associated with video communication, we also explore the concept of vulnerability as an unexpected catalyst for company growth. Ethan emphasizes that authenticity trumps entertainment, especially when using video. This conversation also touches on the possible future of AI-generated messages, and we wrap up with a nod to the effectiveness of video in enhancing social reciprocity, and Ethan's insights into why this leads to stronger conversion rates. Watch to gain valuable tips on using AI and video communication for improving your content marketing by building more engaged human connections. To me, that's the meaning of authentic video marketing success. Time stamps: 2:07 - Clearer communication, human connection, and higher conversion rates. 5:07 -Why transcripts lack warmth and important non-verbal cues. 10:21 - Short social video clips can provide valuable moments for additional learning & full-length video podcast episodes on YouTube are competitive with Spotify and Apple podcasts. 13:29 - AI faking personal connections raises concerns. 16:23 - Using AI for video editing. Researching AI apps for clip extraction. Enhancing with Descript editing app. 18:36 - Practicing video messaging helps overcome fear. 22:18 - Digital marketing requires video for better communication. 📕 Access Ethan's book for free. 🤗 Please like, share, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. It really helps! ✅ Subscribe to my email blasts & get other free stuff. ➡️ Apps that I use & personally recommend (affiliate links): 📧 ConvertKit for email marketing. 🎥 Descript for video editing. ⏺ Riverside for virtual video interview recording.
To get more info about George Kao's new program, "Revolutionize Your Creativity: Using A.I. Tools To Grow Your Authentic Business" click here. (affiliate link) On this episode of Video Mojo, host Jon Leland discusses the creative use of AI technologies like ChatGPT with guest, authentic business coach, George Kao. They discuss why using AI as a brainstorming or creativity partner is not plagiarism. They mention Mid Journey 5.2, a new AI-generated art release, and the legal disputes and challenges surrounding it. They also describe how AI can make it easier for people to express their humanity through creative endeavors like art and how it will become ubiquitous. George and Jon also share their own personal experiences using AI to enhance their creativity and emphasize the importance of embracing AI and learning how to use it effectively as the "career opportunity of our lifetime."
Apps mentioned:
George's AI Course (affiliate link)
Key points with timestamps:
1:44 - Creativity is amplified by AI. Call it "Amplified Intelligence." 4:33 - Dialog with AI-generated voices using https://heypi.com
7:07 - AI enhances creativity as a brainstorming tool. 11:04 - ChatGPT for first drafts and business plans. 14:49 - How can AI can amplify creativity, understanding, and efficiency? 20:07 - AI is version 2.0 version of the Internet. 22:17 - AI art is becoming super realistic. 25:44 - Both humans and AI create art based on a "predictive model."
Getting a handle on the "AI Tsunami" can be overwhelming. Have you even tried? Have you ever considered how a tool like ChatGPT might be helpful in a highly personal realm like self-care? On this episode of Video Mojo, Jon Leland and Suzanne Falter discuss how AI, specifically ChatGPT from OpenAI, can be a fun and exciting tool for self-care. They explore its various uses, from stress reduction to fitness training, while also acknowledging its limitations and calling for government regulation. Jon Leland shares his personal experiences with using ChatGPT as an online coach for exercise programs, providing motivation and inspiration. Overall, the podcast offers a fascinating look into the world of ChatGPT and how it can be a valuable asset in our daily lives. This is a joint episode of Video Mojo and Suzanne Falter's Self-Care for Extremely Busy Women podcasts. Together, Suzanne and Jon collaborate to provide a fresh perspective on how AI, specifically ChatGPT, can be used for self-empowerment. 1:20 - AI's Collaborative Co-pilot Era. 5:55 - How to use ChatGPT for advice. 10:36 - Can you use AI for therapy? 15:29 - ChatGPT skills you need to practice 18:38 - InsightTimer over ChatGPT for guided meditations 21:05 - AI regulation & being playful with ChatGPT. 24:53 - Video Mojo Anna Przy recommendation. Try ChatGPT here: https://chat.openai.com
At 62 years of age, Helen Polise is a force of nature. She models how playing and having fun on TikTok can be a life changer and, for her, a career changer. In this Video Mojo interview, she shares valuable insights and tips about how to grow your video presence on TikTok and beyond. She also talks about how she used TikTok while going blind and then how she survived and thrived despite a serious cancer diagnosis. Follow Helen on TikTok here. Subscribe to her weekly Creative Forecast email here. Watch or listen to more Video Mojo vodcasts here (or on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts). Subscribe to Jon Leland's email blasts here. Inquire about Jon Leland's video marketing consulting and other creative services here.
Both TikTok and ChatGPT are game changers. Together they also inspired this conversation between two experienced creator-marketing pros - Eliya Finkelstein and Jon Leland, host of the Video Mojo vodcast - about how the world of marketing has been changed forever and what you can do about it. Subjects covered include: - The erosion of trust in marketing and how to address it. - What does it mean to "follow the Juice" and how can that be productive? - How TikTok “opened the floodgates" for what Eliya has to say. - Why conversion rates and landing pages are often over-rated. - Why ChatGPT prompt books are a waste of money. - Similarities between ChatGPT & TikTok. And much more. Resources mentioned: - George Kao, Authentic Business Coach (affil link) - Marketing AI Institute - Adam Grant, author - Eliya Finkelstein, Data-Driven Rebel- Jon Leland's Links Page, including email subscription - Jon Leland's Video & Marketing Services - More Video Mojo episodes
In today's fast-paced, ever-changing marketing landscape, it's becoming increasingly difficult for marketers to stay relevant and create authentic engagement. That's why this conversation between author, speaker, educator, Mark Schaefer ( https://businessesgrow.com/ ) and Video Mojo host Jon Leland ( https://www.combridges.com/ ) is so important. 💪 In this episode of Video Mojo, Jon interviews Mark Schaefer about his latest book, "Belonging to the Brand: Why Community is the Last Great Marketing Strategy." 📘🚀 They discuss why community represents a future-proof strategy for businesses struggling to navigate this challenging time. Schaefer sheds light on the famous Peter Drucker axiom, "Culture eats strategy for breakfast," and explains how fostering a strong sense of community can lead to better engagement and long-term customer loyalty. 🤝🌟 Whether you're a business marketing executive or just someone looking to improve your marketing game, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips you can apply to your own strategies. 🎯🔥 For additional resources and to learn more about Mark Schaefer and his work, visit https://businessesgrow.com/. 🌐📚 Don't forget to subscribe to Video Mojo for more insightful episodes or connect with Jon and access more valuable resources here: https://play.combridges.com/ 🔔🎥 Let's build stronger communities and better marketing strategies together. See you in the next episode! 🤗🎬
