Maybe you woke up this morning and wondered, can I keep doing this? What can I do differently to change this situation?  Business is a lot like life itself. It has its seasons - the times of growth and prosperity, and the inevitable downturns, testing our resolve. Knowing when it's worth the effort to persevere or when to seek a new direction is a crucial skill every entrepreneur should possess.  Every Wednesday at 5 PM ET, Tim Thompson and Joel Pilger go live and discuss insights, trends, and advice to creative professionals and creative business owners, providing them with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in this rapidly evolving industry. And the best part? It's free for all. Join via this link: https://revthink.live/go See you every Wednesday, at 5 PM ET! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Maybe you woke up this morning and wondered, can I keep doing this? What can I do differently to change this situation? Business is a lot like life itself. It has its seasons - the times of growth and prosperity, and the inevitable downturns, testing our resolve. Knowing when it's worth the effort to persevere or when to seek a new direction is a crucial skill every entrepreneur should possess. Every Wednesday at 5 PM ET, Tim Thompson and Joel Pilger go live and discuss insights, trends, and advice to creative professionals and creative business owners, providing them with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in this rapidly evolving industry. And the best part? It's free for all. Join via this link: <a href="https://revthink.live/go" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.live/go</a> See you every Wednesday, at 5 PM ET! --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

To Persevere or To Pivot (The Weekly Briefing)

Pitching Sucks.That's why our team is launching the Derail the Pitch studio accelerator in the upcoming weeks. Listen to this episode to find out several actionable tips on how to navigate the process and turn pitching into a strategic advantage.  Want to engage with Tim and Joel directly?  Join RevCommunity today.  RevCommunity is the gathering of owners running the world’s leading studios.  Apply to join: https://revthink.com/community/  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Pitching Sucks. That's why our team is launching the Derail the Pitch studio accelerator in the upcoming weeks. Listen to this episode to find out several actionable tips on how to navigate the process and turn pitching into a strategic advantage. Want to engage with Tim and Joel directly? Join RevCommunity today.  RevCommunity is the gathering of owners running the world’s leading studios.  Apply to join: <a href="https://revthink.com/community/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.com/community/</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

How Good are You at Pitching?

Running a creative business is messy, for sure. But it’s worth it. Because a business is the path to unleashing your greatest creative work. You can do this.   Want to engage with Tim and Joel directly? Join RevCommunity today.  RevCommunity is the gathering of owners running the world’s leading studios.  Apply to join: https://revthink.com/community/  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Running a creative business is messy, for sure. But it’s worth it. Because a business is the path to unleashing your greatest creative work. You can do this. Want to engage with Tim and Joel directly? Join RevCommunity today.  RevCommunity is the gathering of owners running the world’s leading studios.  Apply to join: <a href="https://revthink.com/community/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.com/community/</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Unleashing Your Creative Gift: An Encouragement to Founders

Justin Cone

Is AI a threat to motion design? Wait, what is motion design? Is it becoming increasingly ubiquitous in our world? Is its own lexicon? What parts do education and community have to play? Attempting to answer these questions, our guest today is Justin Cone, the foundational motion design enthusiast, collector of sparkly pixels, and unabashed technology addict. Oh, and if you're listening to this in 2033, let us know if you're still using mobile phones, ok?  This is a ⁠RevThink⁠ podcast hosted by ⁠Joel Pilger⁠.  Join our community at ⁠revthink.com/community   ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Is AI a threat to motion design? Wait, what is motion design? Is it becoming increasingly ubiquitous in our world? Is its own lexicon? What parts do education and community have to play? Attempting to answer these questions, our guest today is <a href="https://justincone.com/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Justin Cone</a>, the foundational motion design enthusiast, collector of sparkly pixels, and unabashed technology addict. Oh, and if you're listening to this in 2033, let us know if you're still using mobile phones, ok? This is a <a href="https://revthink.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">⁠RevThink⁠</a> podcast hosted by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelpilger/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">⁠Joel Pilger⁠</a>. Join our community at <a href="https://revthink.com/community/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">⁠revthink.com/community</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Smartphones Are Passé and Other Revolutions with Justin Cone

Ed Rhine

Mitch Monson

Reputation, personality match. vulnerability - are all definitely part of the decision process when we choose who to work with.  This episode's guests are two people with whom our team would choose to work with over and over again.  Ed Rhine, Owner and Executive Creative Director at SPILLT, and Mitch Monson, Executive Director of Partnerships and Creative at Sibling Rivalry.  This is a RevThink podcast hosted by Joel Pilger.  Join our community at revthink.com/community  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Reputation, personality match. vulnerability - are all definitely part of the decision process when we choose who to work with. This episode's guests are two people with whom our team would choose to work with over and over again. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/edrhine/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Ed Rhine</a>, Owner and Executive Creative Director at <a href="https://www.spillt.com" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">SPILLT</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-monson-3893183/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Mitch Monson</a>, Executive Director of Partnerships and Creative at <a href="https://www.siblingrivalry.com" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Sibling Rivalry</a>. This is a <a href="https://revthink.com" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">RevThink</a> podcast hosted by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelpilger/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">Joel Pilger</a>. Join our community at <a href="https://revthink.com/community/" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">revthink.com/community</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

The Generosity Paradox with Ed Rhine and Mitch Monson

Are you struggling with setting boundaries with bully clients?  Do you find yourself constantly trying to please insatiable clients who demand more and more, even when the project is technically complete?  If so, this episode of RevThoughts is dedicated to you. In this special edition episode, Tim Thompson shares a powerful parable that illustrates the importance of setting boundaries and maintaining confidence as a service provider.  Curious to learn more? Connect with us: www.revthink.com  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Are you struggling with setting boundaries with bully clients? Do you find yourself constantly trying to please insatiable clients who demand more and more, even when the project is technically complete? If so, this episode of RevThoughts is dedicated to you. In this special edition episode, Tim Thompson shares a powerful parable that illustrates the importance of setting boundaries and maintaining confidence as a service provider. Curious to learn more? Connect with us: <a href="http://www.revthink.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.revthink.com</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

A Feast of Lessons - The Parable of the Village Cook

On this episode of the RevThinking podcast we give you a taste of our RevThink Weekly Briefing series. In this particular Weekly Briefing, we discuss recent studio layoffs, how to navigate budget struggles without laying off team members in your studio, as well as the DOs and DON'Ts of the current financial season. Every Wednesday at 5 PM ET, Tim Thompson and Joel Pilger go live and discuss insights, trends, and advice to creative professionals and creative business owners, providing them with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in this rapidly evolving industry. And the best part? It's free for all. Join via this link: https://revthink.live/go See you every Wednesday, at 5 PM ET!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

On this episode of the RevThinking podcast we give you a taste of our RevThink Weekly Briefing series. In this particular Weekly Briefing, we discuss recent studio layoffs, how to navigate budget struggles without laying off team members in your studio, as well as the DOs and DON'Ts of the current financial season. Every Wednesday at 5 PM ET, Tim Thompson and Joel Pilger go live and discuss insights, trends, and advice to creative professionals and creative business owners, providing them with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed in this rapidly evolving industry. And the best part? It's free for all. Join via this link: <a href="https://revthink.live/go" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.live/go</a> See you every Wednesday, at 5 PM ET!--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Preserving My Team (The Weekly Briefing)

For those hungry to learn, there are plenty of resources available to the business owner…But not for CREATIVE business owner. So where does a studio or production company owner go for help?  In this episode, Tim asks Joel about his experience running his own studio… and how that story plays into the genesis of Studio Accelerator. Join via this link after listening to the episode: https://revthink.com/studio-accelerator/    ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

For those hungry to learn, there are plenty of resources available to the business owner…But not for CREATIVE business owner. So where does a studio or production company owner go for help? In this episode, Tim asks Joel about his experience running his own studio… and how that story plays into the genesis of Studio Accelerator. Join via this link after listening to the episode: <a href="https://revthink.com/studio-accelerator/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.com/studio-accelerator/</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

RevThoughts: Where Do You Go for Help?

Meeting the entrepreneurs where they are and helping them achieve their bigger goals - that's the motivation beyond the Accelerators we're currently putting together at RevThink. The goal is to help creative entrepreneurs find the right questions for their business and give them a roadmap of where they should be heading. Apply to join Studio Accelerator™: https://revthink.com/studio-accelerator/--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Meeting the entrepreneurs where they are and helping them achieve their bigger goals - that's the motivation beyond the Accelerators we're currently putting together at RevThink. The goal is to help creative entrepreneurs find the right questions for their business and give them a roadmap of where they should be heading. Apply to join Studio Accelerator™: <a href="https://revthink.com/studio-accelerator/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.com/studio-accelerator/</a>--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

RevThoughts: 2023 Spring Accelerators

Paul Mikhaylenko

In our latest RevThinking episode, Joel Pilger and Paul Mikhaylenko (a.k.a. Mikhay), the CEO of Bloom.io, discuss the startup principles of a creative business. If you're a creative professional looking to start your own creative business, this is the episode for you! We dive into the principles that lead to success, moving from a staffer to a freelancer and to opening up your own studio or production company.  Looking to streamline your business operations and book more projects? Check out https://Bloom.io, the ultimate CRM for creative professionals.  When you subscribe, use code REV for a 30% discount--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

In our latest RevThinking episode, Joel Pilger and Paul Mikhaylenko (a.k.a. Mikhay), the CEO of <a href="http://Bloom.io" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bloom.io</a>, discuss the startup principles of a creative business. If you're a creative professional looking to start your own creative business, this is the episode for you! We dive into the principles that lead to success, moving from a staffer to a freelancer and to opening up your own studio or production company.  Looking to streamline your business operations and book more projects? Check out <a href="https://Bloom.io" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://Bloom.io</a>, the ultimate CRM for creative professionals.  When you subscribe, use code REV for a 30% discount--- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Startup (Creative) Business Principles with Paul Mikhaylenko

The conversation about the business side of the industry. For owner-driven studios in motion, production, sound, and experiential.  © 2015–2023 RevThink. All Rights Reserved. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

The conversation about the business side of the industry. For owner-driven studios in motion, production, sound, and experiential. © 2015–2023 RevThink. All Rights Reserved. Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

RevThinking

Justin Andrews

“The idea is to think in the client’s shoes. It’s beneficial for us – but it’s far better for the client – to have the engagement stripped down into phases, because it just eliminates so much risk.” – Justin AndrewsIn this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with Justin Andrews, Partner and Creative Strategist at Animus Studios.Are you working for clients with projects? Or are you serving accounts with problems? There is a big difference between the two.In a world seeing more and more opportunities to work brand-direct, Justin and Joel enter into a thoughtful reconsideration of the common approach to selling large projects:--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

“The idea is to think in the client’s shoes. It’s beneficial for us – but it’s far better for the client – to have the engagement stripped down into phases, because it just eliminates so much risk.” – Justin Andrews In this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with Justin Andrews, Partner and Creative Strategist at Animus Studios. Are you working for clients with projects? Or are you serving accounts with problems? There is a big difference between the two. In a world seeing more and more opportunities to work brand-direct, Justin and Joel enter into a thoughtful reconsideration of the common approach to selling large projects: --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Beyond Projects to Problems with Justin Andrews

David Flanagan

"Ready, fire, aim. Just getting on building momentum. You're ready enough, fire into action and then you build enough expertise around you to figure out what the true aim is.'" – David FlanaganIn this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with David Flanagan, Director of Content &amp; Strategy at P2 in Sydney, Australia. What is the future of serving brands directly with their content needs? The answer lies in not merely tackling projects, but rather in solving problems.Listen in as David (a.k.a. Flanners) shares his perspective on how studios and production companies are making the shift to working as an agency direct-to-brand.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"Ready, fire, aim. Just getting on building momentum. You're ready enough, fire into action and then you build enough expertise around you to figure out what the true aim is.'" – David Flanagan In this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with David Flanagan, Director of Content &amp; Strategy at P2 in Sydney, Australia. What is the future of serving brands directly with their content needs? The answer lies in not merely tackling projects, but rather in solving problems. Listen in as David (a.k.a. Flanners) shares his perspective on how studios and production companies are making the shift to working as an agency direct-to-brand. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

The Emerging Content Agency with David Flanagan

Joel Pilger

RevThink consultant Joel Pilger is passionate about teaching the next generation of small studios in motion, animation and production. Running a small studio – below $1 million in annual revenue – can be exhausting. But there are two key habits proven to consistently move small firms forward. In this episode, Joel discusses the hardships facing small production companies and motion design studios, and how they can grow into the next season.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

RevThink consultant Joel Pilger is passionate about teaching the next generation of small studios in motion, animation and production. Running a small studio – below $1 million in annual revenue – can be exhausting. But there are two key habits proven to consistently move small firms forward. In this episode, Joel discusses the hardships facing small production companies and motion design studios, and how they can grow into the next season. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Why Small Studios Struggle with Joel Pilger 

Dallas Taylor

"We all didn’t necessarily get into this to only do client work… A graphic designer didn’t start drawing at 5 years old and love that for their entire childhood… to just sit around and go, ‘Why didn’t you pick me? Why didn’t you pick me?’ Like, make something. It doesn’t have to be in the industry... That’s my argument. Don’t make stuff for the industry. The industry doesn’t care.” – Dallas TaylorIn our ongoing Profile of the Creative Entrepreneur series, we interview inspiring creative entrepreneurs to learn about their journey navigating the intersection of creativity and commerce.In this episode, Joel Pilger speaks with Dallas Taylor, Owner at Defacto Sound.  Dallas discusses his journey out of the "pick me" mentality and the surprise popularity of his podcast Twenty Thousand hertz.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"We all didn’t necessarily get into this to only do client work… A graphic designer didn’t start drawing at 5 years old and love that for their entire childhood… to just sit around and go, ‘Why didn’t you pick me? Why didn’t you pick me?’ Like, make something. It doesn’t have to be in the industry... That’s my argument. Don’t make stuff for the industry. The industry doesn’t care.” – Dallas Taylor In our ongoing Profile of the Creative Entrepreneur series, we interview inspiring creative entrepreneurs to learn about their journey navigating the intersection of creativity and commerce. In this episode, Joel Pilger speaks with Dallas Taylor, Owner at Defacto Sound.  Dallas discusses his journey out of the "pick me" mentality and the surprise popularity of his podcast Twenty Thousand hertz. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Beyond the "Pick Me!" Phase with Dallas Taylor

Marko Pfann

“That was one of those moments when I was thought okay, there might be more to pitching than just coming up with a great idea, having a great pitch deck, and doing a stunning presentation in front of the clients.” - Marko PfannIn episode 49 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger talks with Marko Pfann - our new European based consultant out of Munich Germany. Their discussion spans a variety of topics including Marko's journey in the industry and how he became a consultant, how client perceptions can affect your success in the industry, and how it is your job to win the client not the pitch.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

“That was one of those moments when I was thought okay, there might be more to pitching than just coming up with a great idea, having a great pitch deck, and doing a stunning presentation in front of the clients.” - Marko Pfann In episode 49 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger talks with Marko Pfann - our new European based consultant out of Munich Germany. Their discussion spans a variety of topics including Marko's journey in the industry and how he became a consultant, how client perceptions can affect your success in the industry, and how it is your job to win the client not the pitch. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Win the Client, Not The Pitch with Marko Pfann

Blair Enns

“By paying some attention to your pricing strategy, it’s actually the easiest way to dramatically increase your profits. There’s really nothing else you can do that is so simple to drive bottom-line performance.” - Blair EnnsIn episode 47 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger talks with Blair Enns of Win Without Pitching. Their discussion spans a variety of topics including "The S Word," why weak sales is often not a sales problem (but rather a marketing problem), and how many creative entrepreneurs are addicted to the Big Reveal.Be sure to grab a copy of Blair’s latest book, "Pricing Creativity."--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

“By paying some attention to your pricing strategy, it’s actually the easiest way to dramatically increase your profits. There’s really nothing else you can do that is so simple to drive bottom-line performance.” - Blair Enns In episode 47 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger talks with Blair Enns of Win Without Pitching. Their discussion spans a variety of topics including "The S Word," why weak sales is often not a sales problem (but rather a marketing problem), and how many creative entrepreneurs are addicted to the Big Reveal. Be sure to grab a copy of Blair’s latest book, "Pricing Creativity." --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Addicted to the Big Reveal with Blair Enns

Carolyn Hill

"Coming up with the best solution for the visual problem is always going to be your best bet and if you lose the job…you lost it because the other company thought through the solution in a much different way." – Carolyn HillAs President at Carolyn Reps, Carolyn and her team are the expert at solving tough problems to win top projects for production companies and studios.Since 2001, her clients have been awarded well over $100 MM in projects including campaigns for United Airlines / Olympics, Dunkin’ Donuts, Abilify, the Nasonex “Bee,” Spiriva “Rosie the Elephant,” Carrabba’s, and many more.Carolyn has represented such notable production companies and studios as Bark Bark, Blind, Curious Pictures, Derby Content, Noble Animation, Pogo Pictures, Production Service Network (PSN), Saville Productions, and Sound Lounge.Love what Carolyn has to say? LISTEN ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE END. Carolyn and I brainstorm and let me know if you would like to join Carolyn — and me — for a one-day event to learn all of her sales mojo!— What does a rep do… really?— How has the rep business model evolved over the past decade?— Why does every studio or production company owner think “We need a rep!”— Why is that usually a bad idea?— What are the top sales best practices that every studio / prodco ought to know?— What’s next for you?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"Coming up with the best solution for the visual problem is always going to be your best bet and if you lose the job…you lost it because the other company thought through the solution in a much different way." – Carolyn Hill As President at Carolyn Reps, Carolyn and her team are the expert at solving tough problems to win top projects for production companies and studios. Since 2001, her clients have been awarded well over $100 MM in projects including campaigns for United Airlines / Olympics, Dunkin’ Donuts, Abilify, the Nasonex “Bee,” Spiriva “Rosie the Elephant,” Carrabba’s, and many more. Carolyn has represented such notable production companies and studios as Bark Bark, Blind, Curious Pictures, Derby Content, Noble Animation, Pogo Pictures, Production Service Network (PSN), Saville Productions, and Sound Lounge. Love what Carolyn has to say? LISTEN ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE END. Carolyn and I brainstorm and let me know if you would like to join Carolyn — and me — for a one-day event to learn all of her sales mojo! — What does a rep do… really? — How has the rep business model evolved over the past decade? — Why does every studio or production company owner think “We need a rep!” — Why is that usually a bad idea? — What are the top sales best practices that every studio / prodco ought to know? — What’s next for you? --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

The Sales Translator with Carolyn Hill

RevThink consultant Joel Pilger joins Tim Thompson to discuss real-world examples of why small studios struggle. Instead of growing your small studio – and your current problems along with it – we explore two habits to put into practice: The Three R’s and The Splits. We end with a quick overview of the new PromaxBDA Creative Entrepreneurs Conference on Sales coming up in October.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

RevThink consultant Joel Pilger joins Tim Thompson to discuss real-world examples of why small studios struggle. Instead of growing your small studio – and your current problems along with it – we explore two habits to put into practice: The Three R’s and The Splits. We end with a quick overview of the new PromaxBDA Creative Entrepreneurs Conference on Sales coming up in October. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Examples of Why Small Studios Struggle with Joel Pilger

Tim Thompson

“Look around and see what opportunities there are, and then learn about it; educate yourself. The only risk in life is for the uneducated.” - Tim Thompson  In this episode of the RevThinking podcast, we listen in on a talk Tim Thompson delivered at PromaxBDA in New York on the Four Stages of a Creative Career.  If you're listening to this after 2018, skip ahead to 07:50.  In this talk Tim opens your mind to what’s possible when you start looking at the totality of a creative career. Most of us start out as an artist, or an employee somewhere, or a freelancer; then we start our business. And then if we get to that point where we have people working for us and our name is on the door – and we’re making a lot of money – we think we’ve arrived. We’ve reached the pinnacle.  Actually, there’s a lot more out there and this is what Tim reveals. It’s ultimately an encouragement for you to not sell you and your career short. There is much more that awaits.  Find out more about how RevThink can help your business thrive: https://revthink.com/ Join our community of 500+ creative entrepreneurs: https://revthink.com/community/  ---   Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

“Look around and see what opportunities there are, and then learn about it; educate yourself. The only risk in life is for the uneducated.” - Tim Thompson In this episode of the RevThinking podcast, we listen in on a talk Tim Thompson delivered at PromaxBDA in New York on the Four Stages of a Creative Career. If you're listening to this after 2018, skip ahead to 07:50. In this talk Tim opens your mind to what’s possible when you start looking at the totality of a creative career. Most of us start out as an artist, or an employee somewhere, or a freelancer; then we start our business. And then if we get to that point where we have people working for us and our name is on the door – and we’re making a lot of money – we think we’ve arrived. We’ve reached the pinnacle. Actually, there’s a lot more out there and this is what Tim reveals. It’s ultimately an encouragement for you to not sell you and your career short. There is much more that awaits. Find out more about how RevThink can help your business thrive: <a href="https://revthink.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.com/</a> Join our community of 500+ creative entrepreneurs: <a href="https://revthink.com/community/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://revthink.com/community/</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

The Four Stages of a Creative Career with Tim Thompson

This week on RevThoughts Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson discuss “Experts Travel.“--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

This week on RevThoughts Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson discuss “Experts Travel.“ --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Experts Travel

“'If we could just do a great project like that then clients would want to hand us more great projects... because great work begets great work. Doesn’t it?’ Well, not really...” - Joel PilgerEpisode 52 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger tackles a repeating theme that we hear again and again talking with studio owners‘We have a sales problem.’Regardless of specialty, revenue, or even profitability, every owner thinks he/she has a sales problem.But upon unpacking the problem, poor sales is actually the symptom of a deeper problem: week marketing and positioning.In this episode, Joel walks us through the necessary items that must be stacked in your business for it to thrive in today’s modern economy where you are competing against hundreds of firms.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

“'If we could just do a great project like that then clients would want to hand us more great projects... because great work begets great work. Doesn’t it?’ Well, not really...” - Joel Pilger Episode 52 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger tackles a repeating theme that we hear again and again talking with studio owners ‘We have a sales problem.’ Regardless of specialty, revenue, or even profitability, every owner thinks he/she has a sales problem. But upon unpacking the problem, poor sales is actually the symptom of a deeper problem: week marketing and positioning. In this episode, Joel walks us through the necessary items that must be stacked in your business for it to thrive in today’s modern economy where you are competing against hundreds of firms. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Everyone Has A Sales Problem with Joel Pilger

Tricia Melton

Tricia Melton is a brand strategy and marketing consultant with a stellar pedigree as an executive in the TV/cable industry. In this episode, Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson interview Tricia as they discuss:The Big Shift: thanks to the evolution of VOD and OTT, the viewer now owns the entire experience.Despite the disruptions, for design and branding companies, “out of chaos, comes opportunity” But where are the opportunities? Maybe you as an agency owner don’t have to have all the right answers. Maybe just start asking your clients the right questions?When a need arises, how does your creative shop's brand – being narrowly positioned – influence whether or not the client calls you with a job? And if your brand is off, how do you get it back on track?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

Tricia Melton is a brand strategy and marketing consultant with a stellar pedigree as an executive in the TV/cable industry. In this episode, Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson interview Tricia as they discuss: The Big Shift: thanks to the evolution of VOD and OTT, the viewer now owns the entire experience. Despite the disruptions, for design and branding companies, “out of chaos, comes opportunity” But where are the opportunities? Maybe you as an agency owner don’t have to have all the right answers. Maybe just start asking your clients the right questions? When a need arises, how does your creative shop's brand – being narrowly positioned – influence whether or not the client calls you with a job? And if your brand is off, how do you get it back on track? --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

The Big Shift and What It Means to Agencies with Tricia Melton

Marcel Ziul

“We only know the answers because we are looking for those questions with you.” – Tim ThompsonNow for something completely different: in this episode, RevThink client Marcel Ziul, Creative Director / Founder at STATE Design, takes over the RevThinking podcast.Ever brash, bold, and blunt, Marcel turns the tables on Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson in a candid conversation exploring the why, how, and what of RevThink does in the world in its work with owners of creative firms. Curiously, Marcel even challenges the term, "consultants."RevThink may never be the same.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

“We only know the answers because we are looking for those questions with you.” – Tim Thompson Now for something completely different: in this episode, RevThink client Marcel Ziul, Creative Director / Founder at STATE Design, takes over the RevThinking podcast. Ever brash, bold, and blunt, Marcel turns the tables on Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson in a candid conversation exploring the why, how, and what of RevThink does in the world in its work with owners of creative firms. Curiously, Marcel even challenges the term, "consultants." RevThink may never be the same. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

RevThinking Takeover with Marcel Ziul

RevThought episode 003, our newest show on the RevThinking podcast: snackable conversations between Joel Pilger, Tim Thompson, and impromptu guests. Our topic is “Reactive vs. Proactive.”--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

RevThought episode 003, our newest show on the RevThinking podcast: snackable conversations between Joel Pilger, Tim Thompson, and impromptu guests. Our topic is “Reactive vs. Proactive.” --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Reactive vs. Proactive 

"If you can't get me in the first two seconds, I'm just going to tap out!" – Rita Drucker, SnapchatIn our third annual PromaxBDA Roundtable Podcast, Tim Thompson and Joel Pilger have a conversation with two amazing guests: Andrew Rosen and Rita Drucker.The topic of this years roundtable podcast is a little different, the focus being on content and how the changes in the content landscape are driving the industry in new directions creating disruptions but also giving rise to new opportunities. The guests are, Andrew Rosen founder of PARQOR and Rita Drucker head of premium content solutions at Snapchat.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"If you can't get me in the first two seconds, I'm just going to tap out!" – Rita Drucker, Snapchat In our third annual PromaxBDA Roundtable Podcast, Tim Thompson and Joel Pilger have a conversation with two amazing guests: Andrew Rosen and Rita Drucker. The topic of this years roundtable podcast is a little different, the focus being on content and how the changes in the content landscape are driving the industry in new directions creating disruptions but also giving rise to new opportunities. The guests are, Andrew Rosen founder of PARQOR and Rita Drucker head of premium content solutions at Snapchat. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Annual Promax Roundtable 2019

Emmett Armstrong

"It always makes my day when I see a response from some gigantic company like the senior marketing manager at Pepsi co. will respond to a client and say, "Wow this is such a great timely email - we have a project that might be right up your alley." – Emmett ArmstrongIn this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with Emmett Armstrong, Owner at OnRamp Data.Emmett helps creative entrepreneurs solve the riddle of lead generation and outreach. Basically, how do you find new prospective clients and get conversations started.Recommended listening to set the stage for today's episode - "Everyone has a sales problem".--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"It always makes my day when I see a response from some gigantic company like the senior marketing manager at Pepsi co. will respond to a client and say, "Wow this is such a great timely email - we have a project that might be right up your alley." – Emmett Armstrong In this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with Emmett Armstrong, Owner at OnRamp Data. Emmett helps creative entrepreneurs solve the riddle of lead generation and outreach. Basically, how do you find new prospective clients and get conversations started. Recommended listening to set the stage for today's episode - "Everyone has a sales problem". --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Diet and Exercise with Emmett Armstrong

PJ Richardson

"So there's an underlying theme here to all of this, I've just given up on caring about looking stupid and/or failing...I have no qualms trying and then adjusting." – PJ RichardsonIn this episode in our Profile of the Creative Entrepreneur series, Joel Pilger speaks with PJ Richardson of creative studio Laundry.In our ongoing Profile of the Creative Entrepreneur series, we interview inspiring creative entrepreneurs to learn about their journey navigating the intersection of creativity and commerce.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"So there's an underlying theme here to all of this, I've just given up on caring about looking stupid and/or failing...I have no qualms trying and then adjusting." – PJ Richardson In this episode in our Profile of the Creative Entrepreneur series, Joel Pilger speaks with PJ Richardson of creative studio Laundry. In our ongoing Profile of the Creative Entrepreneur series, we interview inspiring creative entrepreneurs to learn about their journey navigating the intersection of creativity and commerce. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Profile Of The Creative Entrepreneur with PJ Richardson

"The seven ingredients really to us - and the reason why we have a facebook group called the seven ingredients, why we refer to it so much - is to have a common understanding from consultant to client on where you are and what kind of work you want to do." – Tim ThompsonIn this initial episode in our new 7 Ingredients podcast series, Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson discuss the 2 A.M. issues every owner faces.In this series we will explore the seven ingredients that make up every creative firm, each with its corresponding goals, strategies, routines as well as the myriad connections between them.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"The seven ingredients really to us - and the reason why we have a facebook group called the seven ingredients, why we refer to it so much - is to have a common understanding from consultant to client on where you are and what kind of work you want to do." – Tim Thompson In this initial episode in our new 7 Ingredients podcast series, Joel Pilger and Tim Thompson discuss the 2 A.M. issues every owner faces. In this series we will explore the seven ingredients that make up every creative firm, each with its corresponding goals, strategies, routines as well as the myriad connections between them. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Overview of the 7 Ingredients 

Neil Berkeley

“When I made my first documentary I didn’t know I was making content… I just wanted to make it.” - Neil BerkleyIn episode 51 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger talks with Neil Berkeley at Future You Media about the transition creative entrepreneurs dream about: moving into content production.If you run a studio, agency, or production company, you probably desire to produce long-form stories, films, and the like. You are not alone. There’s just something about the heart of the creative entrepreneur that dreams of telling the stories that matter most to them, and getting well paid for it.But few actually do it.Learn how Neil – while working as a successful commercial and promo director running his commercial production company Brkly  – made the move into content… without even realizing it.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

“When I made my first documentary I didn’t know I was making content… I just wanted to make it.” - Neil Berkley In episode 51 of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger talks with Neil Berkeley at Future You Media about the transition creative entrepreneurs dream about: moving into content production. If you run a studio, agency, or production company, you probably desire to produce long-form stories, films, and the like. You are not alone. There’s just something about the heart of the creative entrepreneur that dreams of telling the stories that matter most to them, and getting well paid for it. But few actually do it. Learn how Neil – while working as a successful commercial and promo director running his commercial production company Brkly – made the move into content… without even realizing it. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

How I Moved Into Content with Neil Berkeley

Justin Barnes

"When you know the box, it's a lot easier to think outside of it." – Justin BarnesIn this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with Justin Barnes, founding partner and creative director at VERSUS.  Listen in for a candid conversation with Justin as he shares his journey co-founding his production company right in the heart of Manhattan.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support

"When you know the box, it's a lot easier to think outside of it." – Justin Barnes In this episode of the RevThinking podcast, Joel Pilger speaks with Justin Barnes, founding partner and creative director at VERSUS.  Listen in for a candid conversation with Justin as he shares his journey co-founding his production company right in the heart of Manhattan. --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/revthinking/support</a>

Getting Outside the Box with Justin Barnes

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