If you are looking for the best way to get yourself known online then first go get a video camera. Which one is best? Check out this Video.
After you get your camera, start shooting video. The more you do it the better you will become. Get a YouTube channel(videos 10 minutes or less)and a Viddler account for any videos longer than 10 minutes.
Make sure when you start “shooting”,(term for taping) that the lighting is correct. Lighting should always be in front of you. Never behind you. Watch this clip. Natural lighting is best.
Use video on every post you do. Use video when you send e-mails. I have found the most amazing tool for video e-mails. It has several other amazing tools you get when you sign up. Check it out here and see all the amazing tools.
I even have an online video business card.
Video is THE BEST tool for branding yourself.
Watch and Listen. I always love your comments.
24. June 2010 at 1:18 pm
Hi Beverly….Another great video!!! You keep reminding me that I need to get my videos up, and you are SO RIGHT!!!
24. June 2010 at 5:51 pm
Thanks Doug.If you need any help just ask me.
24. June 2010 at 5:25 pm
Beverly,
I have had great success with video. As people watch my videos before they ever speak with me, they get to know me quite well. Video marketing is awesome! Anyone can be successful using this strategy!
24. June 2010 at 5:51 pm
You are so right Eddie.Thanks for the comment.
25. June 2010 at 1:53 am
Hi Beverly,
You’re so right, video is such a great way to brand yourself.
I’m amazed by the difference video makes. Seeing a photo of someone doesn’t give much clue to who they are, a lot of people said that after seeing my photos on facebook they didn’t expect the person they saw on video… video has done me a lot of good.
I was resistant at first because I hate the camera but at the same time I wanted people to see the real me!
25. June 2010 at 4:09 am
I will check your blog and SEE you on video.I look forward to getting to know you.Thanks for stopping by.
25. June 2010 at 9:31 am
This was a very informative post Beverly – I really appreciate that. There are too many blogs that provide useless info – great to find one with helpful tips right off the bat.
30. June 2010 at 5:13 am
Thank you Mark.I aim to please my readers.
25. June 2010 at 1:43 pm
Beverly,
Thanks for writing this post , i find the information that you have shared of great value to the people that i connect with and going to pass this on to my tribe. I look forward to reading more from you.
Chris
30. June 2010 at 5:11 am
Thanks Chris.I appreciate the nice compliment.
28. June 2010 at 4:57 am
I agree, with video you can gain trust with people and brand yourself.
Great info Beverly.
30. June 2010 at 5:08 am
Video is awesome.I especially like the new tool I am using,Talk Fusion.So good for following up on a more personal level.
30. June 2010 at 4:40 pm
Hi Beverly
Great video and tips
30. June 2010 at 5:15 pm
Thanks,Please come back.
30. June 2010 at 8:13 pm
Beverly,
I agree with you about the power of videos. And I have fun when I create them. But it does take additional time to set up the tripod, get the camera ready, upload it to the computer, etc. The end result has always been highly worth it.
Erica
1. July 2010 at 7:31 am
It is so worth it.Thanks for commenting.
1. July 2010 at 7:05 am
Beverly,
Enjoyed your video post….and you are so right. People view your videos and feel like they know you so much better than just reading your written words.
Looking forward to more of your work….
Best,
Robin
1. July 2010 at 7:30 am
Thanks Robin.I will be checking your blog out too.
1. July 2010 at 12:38 pm
Thanks Robin.I hope you will come back.
1. July 2010 at 11:09 am
Beverly,
You have some great points there about branding yourself with video. connecting with them through “live” talks lets them see you and who you are.
Val:)
1. July 2010 at 12:37 pm
So true.That’s why I love video so much.Just today as I was emailing someone about an issue she was not reading it the way I was saying it.If I had sent her an video e-mail and told her these things, I bet the situation would have been different.Thanks Val.
1. July 2010 at 3:32 pm
Beverly, So true video is a great way to brand yourself! Great post! Thanks, Joseph McDevitt
4. July 2010 at 12:06 pm
I appreciate your comment.Do you use video?
2. July 2010 at 12:01 pm
Hi Beverly,
You are so right!! Video is the NOW!! We use video email daily and find that it closes the sales for us. We also find that people forward the email on to their friends so we get added exposure that way. We want to use it alot more in our blogging efforts so you will see us coming on the scene!
Thanks for your help and great comments on our facebook & blog
Larry and Laura Morris
3. July 2010 at 5:44 am
Thank you Larry and Laura.I have seen some of your videos and they are great!I am using Talk Fusion now too.It is an amazing communication tool.Have you seen it?
If you haven’t let’s talk.I think you might like it.
3. July 2010 at 3:29 am
Beverly – thanks for persuasively making the case for using video to get our messages out. Ha, I wanted to submit a webcam comment but my iMac setup won’t play ball. Yes there are so many ways to incorporate video. For example, in TSA’s 1st webinar I loved Gavin Mountford’s advice to do a short video “hello” to welcome new Facebook friends.
You are so inspiring.
3. July 2010 at 5:42 am
I love video.I am using a new tool for me called Talk Fusion.Amazing video communication tool.Have you seen it?If not I would be happy to talk with you about it.Thanks for stopping by.
3. July 2010 at 8:19 am
In the age we live in, visual content seems to be the leader. Great post.
3. July 2010 at 9:10 am
Video is the best way to communicate,at least that’s my opinion.
Thanks for stopping by.
3. July 2010 at 11:01 am
Wonderful “starter” advice, and that is exactly what I need! Thanks Beverly, for giving me the courage to jump in the video arena!
3. July 2010 at 1:42 pm
If you need any help I will be happy to talk with you. I love video especially video e-mails.Such a personal way to send someone a message.Thanks for stopping by.
3. July 2010 at 1:54 pm
Thank you for sharing this great post. I am going to watch your video on what type of camera to pick out next and visit Talk Fusion!
Have a great 4th of July weekend!
Always balancing,
Rafael
4. July 2010 at 6:17 am
I am glad you liked it.Talk Fusion is great.Call me with any questions.
4. July 2010 at 11:09 am
Video is the new way to go thanks for the good info
4. July 2010 at 12:06 pm
Thank you for stopping by.
8. July 2010 at 8:33 am
Hi Beverley,
I haven’t used a great deal of video before on my blog, but what you said really re-enforced what I’d already been thinking.
I should use more, like you said it’s such an awesome way of marketing and branding ourselves and our expertise.
Thanks so much for you insights Beverley xxx
Frank
8. July 2010 at 11:08 am
If I can ever help you incorporate video with your blog,please ask me.
18. July 2010 at 10:33 pm
Hey Beverly, that was a really interesting post. I’m just starting to use video on my blog so it’s interesting to see your points. Many thanks for sharing
19. July 2010 at 3:48 am
Thanks James.If I can help you,please ask.
15. August 2010 at 12:53 am
I think a 46% conversation rate is incredible statistics. I do have to agree with you also that video is an excellent platform to brand yourself.
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15. August 2010 at 12:05 pm
Do you use video? I will check out your blog.Video communication is the best way to brand yourself or promote your business.Thanks for commenting.