Growing up, my neighbor's dad was a drummer who played with Buddy Rich. He soon realized he would never be Buddy Rich, so he pivoted to making drum sticks. He then started one of the biggest and most successful drum stick company in the world, Pro Mark. He was quite old when I knew him but he told me he never once regretted his decision.
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I think you have it figured out. Devote your time and effort in the business which is what pays the bills. Filmmaking will always be there. I also decided to start a business. Hopefully I'll make enough profits to fund my films.
As long as you're happy that's what's most important Been a fan since No Budget. i think, You can do both, just different. being a creative, creating keeps your vibe right as a way to express. Idea: Just once a week, create and shoot movie/film/trailer scenes, just by the crib for ideas you would like release in the future. Even if it takes a full year to complete. Just having fun like the no budget video. Atomic habits is a good book that can help too. You can focus on the filter biz, and still have balance getting creative. Look at Snoop. Shxt you could sell a movie idea for 30mil too. Again, As long as you're happy that's what's most important. Keep shining boss💪🏽
I'm 32 and am a husband and father of 3, ages 10 and younger. I have a small video production company that I want to expand to further take care of the financial needs of me and my family. I also got into this field of work due to my love of filmmaking. One of my concerns was what you discussed in this video. The business side of things absorbs time but serves the purpose of financial income. The film side is more of my raw passion. You made a good point when you said filmmaking professionals (Directors, etc.) spend much time away from their family when on set. I've thought about this and your video has helped me come to a conclusion about my situation: 1. Although growing the video business will take time away from my filmmaking endeavors, it does allow me to work from home and spend ample time with the family and can be a great source of manageable income. 2. Filmmaking is my passion. However, if the average feature film takes about 3 months to make, it might be best to only make 1 - 2 films a year because I have a family and need to spend time with them. It might be best for me in my situation to rely on the income of my video company for stability, and then exercise my creative passion of films in a controllable way. This gave me some clarity, so thank you.
Interesting perspective. Building your companies has and will continue to be more beneficial. I still remember when you were first shouting out your company and mentioning them as sponsors before revealing it was yours lol. (I may be confusing it with tropic colour but I put it all into the same entity) When it comes to production, I feel you can do what you want for you. You have the ideas and in due time, you’ll likely be like the folks who legit produce their own concepts/ideas. Client work is cool, but pushing your own projects is even better! Long as the relationships and budget is there, you can keep creating! And obviously your entrepreneurial hustle is high, you got this! We supporting since chucks on the wire, the grind, the authenticity, but most importantly the inspiration to others !
I just believe you are in your “PHASES” era. Where in this phase you are sacrificing the creative, to focus on a build this business. That will eventually give you the biggest financial freedom, to eventually allow you to focus on being a creative without amy hesitant. There’s no age limit in being a director lol, you’re either good or you’re not. You’ll be back if you want it, and you’ll also be able to properly self fund what ever you want to do.
Super solid! Have you thought about hiring a CEO for Prism while you step back? You could hire one with the expectation of going-to-market in 3 years and get that CEO on the cap table so they’ll work their ass off for it.
Have somewhat thought about it but also not really... Prism for the last 5 years has kinda been this fun passion project that just has recently taken off and I'd love to give it my full attention before doing that, but not opposed to it at some point maybe if it makes the best sense for the company.
Obviously, I'm in no space to talk or make recommendations since you're 1000000% out of my networth 😂, but if I were you, I'd still make films etc but do it YOUR WAY. For example, your 1st person camera horror short could've EASILY been a feature film had it met the necessary length in time. Don't work a production for somebody else's project, keep doing shit YOUR WAY and on YOUR TIME. You set your own schedule and keep creating the content that you want. Every single one of your shorts could've been a feature film. Every time I watched one, it left me wanting to know more on the back story and that's rare when I watch RUclips shorts. From Roulette, to the Hitchhiker story, all the way to the monster story you created. You cut yourself short if you ask me. All of those were 🔥🔥🔥. I also paused the video 8-minutes in to write this, so I'm not sure how the video ends but hopefully you find your purpose.
@@Wynn85040 glad you love the films! Working on my next one right now as I also get ready to launch my annual horror short film contest. I have a crazy feature idea for this new short film I’m working on. But you’re also 100% right about the POV horror short film. That’s still my favorite one to this day and actually won a few awards in some film festivals. I have a wild feature idea for that as well. Just need to get in front of the right people to help greenlight it and give me a feature opportunity. Much love!
Friend, you are a kid, you are 34. I have admired you from a far and I have bought your products. Time is on your side and no one will be as passionate about your business as you. I am 45 and speaking from perspective, I wish I would have been wise enough to build a foundational business early in my life and do enough projects to stay sharp. I would be on such stronger financial footing than I am now. You will never regret any extra moment you have with your kids and by the time they are deep into school and occupied with their own activities, your business will likely be at a transitionary phase anyway. Which means your assets will have grown and your business will likely be in the place where you can sell it for a good chunk of change or a passionate CEO and COO you have trained can take the reins. Either way you will have the mental freedom to really focus on your creativity. The people who are possibly in your ear will be in one of two places. Absolutely crushing it and that's awesome! Or broke as hell because they have no business supporting them when productions have a phase down season...and they will. I also understand people are probably telling you, you should be "all in" but they are not you and just imagine where you would be if you were absolutely all in on your business for just 3 more years. I guarantee you it will be in a better place and you would only be 37. Anyway, what you spoke about made me reminisce a bit and you know what is in your heart and what you need to do. In closing, there is an expanded level of creativity that kicked in for me at 41 and I can't imagine how that will happen for you, you got some time man and you are the master of it. With that said, take care, you seem like a good dude. I wish you well!
As a full time music video director and father of 3 this one hits hard. Been following your journey since 2012. Really enjoying seeing this version of you to remind myself I’m not the only one who feels like they’re being pulled in 100 directions at once. Like you said, filmmaking will always be there for you. Imagine the types of films you can make if you end up selling prism and have the ability to self fund projects YOU want to make. That’s the dream right there.
Growing up, my neighbor's dad was a drummer who played with Buddy Rich. He soon realized he would never be Buddy Rich, so he pivoted to making drum sticks. He then started one of the biggest and most successful drum stick company in the world, Pro Mark. He was quite old when I knew him but he told me he never once regretted his decision.
love that!
Hope y'all enjoy this new VLOG episode.
Is there anything in particular y'all would like me to talk more about, show more of, or share in the next VLOG? Comment below!
I think you have it figured out. Devote your time and effort in the business which is what pays the bills. Filmmaking will always be there. I also decided to start a business. Hopefully I'll make enough profits to fund my films.
These videos have inspired me to put more effort into my business ideas outside of filmmaking. These videos really do help 🙏🏾
@@stmfilms.2 love to hear it
As long as you're happy that's what's most important
Been a fan since No Budget.
i think, You can do both, just different.
being a creative, creating keeps your vibe right as a way to express.
Idea: Just once a week, create and shoot movie/film/trailer scenes, just by the crib for ideas you would like release in the future. Even if it takes a full year to complete.
Just having fun like the no budget video. Atomic habits is a good book that can help too.
You can focus on the filter biz, and still have balance getting creative. Look at Snoop. Shxt you could sell a movie idea for 30mil too.
Again, As long as you're happy that's what's most important. Keep shining boss💪🏽
I'm 32 and am a husband and father of 3, ages 10 and younger. I have a small video production company that I want to expand to further take care of the financial needs of me and my family. I also got into this field of work due to my love of filmmaking. One of my concerns was what you discussed in this video. The business side of things absorbs time but serves the purpose of financial income. The film side is more of my raw passion. You made a good point when you said filmmaking professionals (Directors, etc.) spend much time away from their family when on set. I've thought about this and your video has helped me come to a conclusion about my situation:
1. Although growing the video business will take time away from my filmmaking endeavors, it does allow me to work from home and spend ample time with the family and can be a great source of manageable income.
2. Filmmaking is my passion. However, if the average feature film takes about 3 months to make, it might be best to only make 1 - 2 films a year because I have a family and need to spend time with them.
It might be best for me in my situation to rely on the income of my video company for stability, and then exercise my creative passion of films in a controllable way.
This gave me some clarity, so thank you.
@@notionpromotions glad to hear I could help! Appreciate your insight
THANKS FOR THE VALUE JUST THANKS !!
Interesting perspective.
Building your companies has and will continue to be more beneficial. I still remember when you were first shouting out your company and mentioning them as sponsors before revealing it was yours lol. (I may be confusing it with tropic colour but I put it all into the same entity)
When it comes to production, I feel you can do what you want for you. You have the ideas and in due time, you’ll likely be like the folks who legit produce their own concepts/ideas. Client work is cool, but pushing your own projects is even better! Long as the relationships and budget is there, you can keep creating!
And obviously your entrepreneurial hustle is high, you got this! We supporting since chucks on the wire, the grind, the authenticity, but most importantly the inspiration to others !
man much much love OG!
Great video as always. Love the emphasis you put on physical well being, its so important to take care of your body.
100% appreciate it
I just believe you are in your “PHASES” era. Where in this phase you are sacrificing the creative, to focus on a build this business. That will eventually give you the biggest financial freedom, to eventually allow you to focus on being a creative without amy hesitant. There’s no age limit in being a director lol, you’re either good or you’re not. You’ll be back if you want it, and you’ll also be able to properly self fund what ever you want to do.
@@Iamdrewharmony 100% that’s why my focus has certainly been on the business, the films will come
Super solid! Have you thought about hiring a CEO for Prism while you step back? You could hire one with the expectation of going-to-market in 3 years and get that CEO on the cap table so they’ll work their ass off for it.
Have somewhat thought about it but also not really...
Prism for the last 5 years has kinda been this fun passion project that just has recently taken off and I'd love to give it my full attention before doing that, but not opposed to it at some point maybe if it makes the best sense for the company.
Obviously, I'm in no space to talk or make recommendations since you're 1000000% out of my networth 😂, but if I were you, I'd still make films etc but do it YOUR WAY. For example, your 1st person camera horror short could've EASILY been a feature film had it met the necessary length in time. Don't work a production for somebody else's project, keep doing shit YOUR WAY and on YOUR TIME. You set your own schedule and keep creating the content that you want. Every single one of your shorts could've been a feature film. Every time I watched one, it left me wanting to know more on the back story and that's rare when I watch RUclips shorts. From Roulette, to the Hitchhiker story, all the way to the monster story you created. You cut yourself short if you ask me. All of those were 🔥🔥🔥. I also paused the video 8-minutes in to write this, so I'm not sure how the video ends but hopefully you find your purpose.
@@Wynn85040 glad you love the films! Working on my next one right now as I also get ready to launch my annual horror short film contest.
I have a crazy feature idea for this new short film I’m working on. But you’re also 100% right about the POV horror short film. That’s still my favorite one to this day and actually won a few awards in some film festivals. I have a wild feature idea for that as well. Just need to get in front of the right people to help greenlight it and give me a feature opportunity.
Much love!
Thanks for sharing some more BTS. At what point do you start hiring more employees to delegate tasks and free up more of your time for ops?
We actually have a decent number of employees, but we could always use more because our business is growing rapidly.
I enjoy your films/BTS AND the awesome Ghost FX Filter! Sorry bro you gotta do both. FOREVER. lol
@@welchworks hahahahaha
Growing your business will allow you to focus on your filmmmaking
Friend, you are a kid, you are 34. I have admired you from a far and I have bought your products. Time is on your side and no one will be as passionate about your business as you. I am 45 and speaking from perspective, I wish I would have been wise enough to build a foundational business early in my life and do enough projects to stay sharp. I would be on such stronger financial footing than I am now. You will never regret any extra moment you have with your kids and by the time they are deep into school and occupied with their own activities, your business will likely be at a transitionary phase anyway. Which means your assets will have grown and your business will likely be in the place where you can sell it for a good chunk of change or a passionate CEO and COO you have trained can take the reins. Either way you will have the mental freedom to really focus on your creativity. The people who are possibly in your ear will be in one of two places. Absolutely crushing it and that's awesome! Or broke as hell because they have no business supporting them when productions have a phase down season...and they will. I also understand people are probably telling you, you should be "all in" but they are not you and just imagine where you would be if you were absolutely all in on your business for just 3 more years. I guarantee you it will be in a better place and you would only be 37. Anyway, what you spoke about made me reminisce a bit and you know what is in your heart and what you need to do. In closing, there is an expanded level of creativity that kicked in for me at 41 and I can't imagine how that will happen for you, you got some time man and you are the master of it. With that said, take care, you seem like a good dude. I wish you well!
As a full time music video director and father of 3 this one hits hard. Been following your journey since 2012. Really enjoying seeing this version of you to remind myself I’m not the only one who feels like they’re being pulled in 100 directions at once. Like you said, filmmaking will always be there for you. Imagine the types of films you can make if you end up selling prism and have the ability to self fund projects YOU want to make. That’s the dream right there.