
Video Marketing Mastery to Elevate Your Business with Mitch Smedley
05/29/24 • 43 min
Get ready for an exhilarating episode as we dive into the extraordinary world of Mitch and her journey to becoming a powerhouse in public speaking and communication. From her love for outdoor adventures and being a proud dog mama to her unwavering passion for empowering others, Mitch's story is as captivating as it is inspiring.
Join us as Mitch shares her personal triumph over a speech problem, and how it ignited her determination to conquer the stage. Discover her secrets to cultivating confidence and comfort in expressing oneself, and how these skills can unlock endless possibilities in life. Mitch's expertise shines through as she explores the importance of breaking down complex topics and sharing knowledge in a way that resonates with others. You'll be amazed at how she empowers individuals to discover their own potential. With her willingness to share wisdom and valuable insights, Mitch reveals creative ways to gain exposure and establish credibility.
Get ready to be inspired, as Mitch's passion for communication and personal growth radiates throughout this episode. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field.
NOTABLE QUOTES
"I spent 19 years in the trade before starting our company." – Mitch
"I got to learn on somebody else's dime how to lead people, how to manage people, and how to create a department where there wasn't one before." – Mitch
"I've got this track record of building other people's legacies well enough, it's time that I start building my own." – Mitch
"There are people in a company that are willing to share information; learn... from them." – Philip
"The moment you decide you want to go start your own business, you have to look at it... as a zero-options mentality. You have no safety nets, there are no other options. This is the only way forward." – Mitch
"We don't communicate enough as people in general." – Philip
"Business owners have a way of trying to scare their staff into not starting their own business." – Mitch
"Part of what inspired me to get the videographer was other people need to know how to start their businesses." – Mitch
"Trust your gut, especially if you have tons of experience in the industry." – Mitch
"No matter what anybody does..., find a way to make what you do interesting, even though it's naturally not interesting." – Mitch
"[Use] video to establish ourselves as the authority figure when it comes to plumbing in this market." – Mitch
"Video can help your business directly, but it can also open the tap for national income as well." – Mitch
"It doesn't matter what industry you're in, people want to see what you have to share." – Philip
"All of this works out because it's not about what can I get from you today..., it's about what can I give to you. And then eventually, that does come back around. " – Philip
"Add value." – Mitch
RESOURCES
Mitch
Website: https://callsmedley.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitch_smedley/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTraXD0eqOHuscdwB_7bhlA
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmedleyPlumbing
They Ask, You Answer by Marcus Sheridan: https://marcussheridan.com/they-ask-you-answer/
Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions
Get ready for an exhilarating episode as we dive into the extraordinary world of Mitch and her journey to becoming a powerhouse in public speaking and communication. From her love for outdoor adventures and being a proud dog mama to her unwavering passion for empowering others, Mitch's story is as captivating as it is inspiring.
Join us as Mitch shares her personal triumph over a speech problem, and how it ignited her determination to conquer the stage. Discover her secrets to cultivating confidence and comfort in expressing oneself, and how these skills can unlock endless possibilities in life. Mitch's expertise shines through as she explores the importance of breaking down complex topics and sharing knowledge in a way that resonates with others. You'll be amazed at how she empowers individuals to discover their own potential. With her willingness to share wisdom and valuable insights, Mitch reveals creative ways to gain exposure and establish credibility.
Get ready to be inspired, as Mitch's passion for communication and personal growth radiates throughout this episode. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field.
NOTABLE QUOTES
"I spent 19 years in the trade before starting our company." – Mitch
"I got to learn on somebody else's dime how to lead people, how to manage people, and how to create a department where there wasn't one before." – Mitch
"I've got this track record of building other people's legacies well enough, it's time that I start building my own." – Mitch
"There are people in a company that are willing to share information; learn... from them." – Philip
"The moment you decide you want to go start your own business, you have to look at it... as a zero-options mentality. You have no safety nets, there are no other options. This is the only way forward." – Mitch
"We don't communicate enough as people in general." – Philip
"Business owners have a way of trying to scare their staff into not starting their own business." – Mitch
"Part of what inspired me to get the videographer was other people need to know how to start their businesses." – Mitch
"Trust your gut, especially if you have tons of experience in the industry." – Mitch
"No matter what anybody does..., find a way to make what you do interesting, even though it's naturally not interesting." – Mitch
"[Use] video to establish ourselves as the authority figure when it comes to plumbing in this market." – Mitch
"Video can help your business directly, but it can also open the tap for national income as well." – Mitch
"It doesn't matter what industry you're in, people want to see what you have to share." – Philip
"All of this works out because it's not about what can I get from you today..., it's about what can I give to you. And then eventually, that does come back around. " – Philip
"Add value." – Mitch
RESOURCES
Mitch
Website: https://callsmedley.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitch_smedley/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTraXD0eqOHuscdwB_7bhlA
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmedleyPlumbing
They Ask, You Answer by Marcus Sheridan: https://marcussheridan.com/they-ask-you-answer/
Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions
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This episode dives into the psychology of corporate communication, highlighting how to convey information to both engineers and management effectively. Learn to emphasize program benefits to secure crucial approvals. Whether you're deep in project details or overseeing from above, this episode is your guide to framing information effectively and achieving your presentation goals. Join us and equip yourself with the skills to measure success beyond the applause.
NOTABLE QUOTES
"When we go and present to management or present to anybody that's not us..., we need to think about that end goal in mind." – Philip
"How do you know when your presentation went well? It's by knowing that you got to your desired outcome." – Philip
"Because we knew of our destination, we knew what things would be okay to get away with and what wouldn't." – Philip
RESOURCES
Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions
Next Episode

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Unlock the secrets of expressive communication with insights from my charismatic German instructor, who teaches entirely through hand gestures. Discover how synchronizing gestures with your speech can strengthen your message and captivate your audience. I'll share tips from a recent training session on the importance of matching facial expressions with your words. Learn to use gestures—from simple thumbs-ups to enthusiastic high-fives—to add energy and variety to your presentations. These techniques will elevate your public speaking skills, making your message memorable. Try them out and share your success stories with us!
NOTABLE QUOTES
"Hand gestures..., is going to be crucial to help you not only to speak out the words you're saying, but act them out as well." – Philip
"When I use hand gestures I want to make sure that they match with what I'm saying" – Philip
"Using your hands can be powerful because it allows you to show a visual more than you just being a standing person." – Philip
"[Hand gestures] also help set in the memory as well, because they're not only hearing what you're saying, but now they're seeing some of the stuff that you're doing." – Philip
RESOURCES
Philip
Digital Course: https://www.speakingsessions.com/digital-course
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamphilipsessions/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philipsessions
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-sessions-b2986563/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealphilipsessions
Unfiltered Sessions - Video Marketing Mastery to Elevate Your Business with Mitch Smedley
Transcript
What's up , guys ? Welcome back to another episode of the Speaking Sessions podcast . I've got Mitch Smedley here and he has been in the plumbing industry since 2001 . Smedley Plumbing opened in 2020 and has been growing ever since . Mitch has also started a podcast called the Void in 2022 with a focus on helping others start their own trades-based businesses . He and his co-host th
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