Imagine this - you're comfortable in your job, secure, and then life happens - personal loss, a global pandemic, and you're spurred to make a bold move towards entrepreneurship. You quit your job and leap into the unknown. That's the fascinating journey of our guest, Chris Anderson, founder of Elevate Media, and the host of Elevate Your Brand, a top 2% globally listened podcast. Together, we traverse through his remarkable expedition, his conviction in 'burning the boats', and the role the pandemic played in his decision-making. The conversation takes an interesting turn as we tackle the future of podcasting with a focus on the power of video in making an impact in the sea of online content. We hear David's experiences and his emphasis on risk tolerance, planning, and savings. We also discuss video marketing, highlighting the value of visual cues and offer practical tips for beginners on audio quality and lighting techniques. We round off this episode by covering how you can grow your podcast. Find out why fear shouldn't hold you back, how to identify the root cause of it, and take those first steps towards success. Get real about your expectations when it comes to making money through a podcast, from promoting your products and services to exploring affiliate programs and sponsorships. Absorb these insights, step up your game, and elevate your journey towards entrepreneurial success. Remember to subscribe to the Elevate Media podcast and leave a review. We can't wait for you to join us again!Support the showThis episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning we'll receive a small commission if you buy something. =========================== ⚡️PODCAST: Subscribe to our podcast here ➡ https://elevatemedia.buzzsprout.com/ ⚡️LAUNCH YOUR SHOW: Let's get your show off the ground and into the top 5% globally listened to shows ➡ https://www.elevatemediastudios.com/launch ⚡️Need post-recording video production help? Let's chat ➡ https://calendly.com/elevate-media-group/application ⚡️For Support inquires or Business inquiries, please email us at ➡︎ support@elevate-media-group.com Our mission here at Elevate Media is to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs elevate their brands and make an impact through the power of video podcasting. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all our episodes or videos on the Elevate Media and Elevate Media Podcast YouTube channels. https://elevatemediastudios.com/disclaimer