288. How to Break the Glass Ceiling in Your Commercial Film Business

We all know there can be a lot of struggle in leveling up your business to get that successful, well-balanced lifestyle you dream of—booking bigger jobs and reaching better clients, right? Today I’m joined by Daren Smith, author and founder of Craftsman Creative, who discusses his career arc from owning his first business doing post-production sound, then becoming a producer for both film and TV, to his role now as an author and educator for other business owners, helping to initiate the mindset shift that will get you there. Daren talks about transforming your mindset from one that limits growth to one that will empower you to achieve your highest goals, and how that mental shift will make ALL the difference in where your business can go. We compare some of our early career experiences and the ways we were unknowingly holding ourselves back—and how we each were able to make the necessary changes to course-correct and begin booking the jobs we always wanted. After hearing Daren talk about the things he’s learned along the way, and how a five-figure creative can become a six-figure business owner, you’ll be motivated to examine both your mindset and your business practices to see how you can do the same. Today Daren gives some great tips for creators who want to change their mindset and help them understand their value in the marketplace. What do you think? Could a mindset shift be a game changer for your business? Key Takeaways  If you don't have the right mindset, it doesn't matter what you try, you’ll get frustrated and end up jumping from one thing to another. Examine ways we were unknowingly holding ourselves back.  Making necessary changes to course-correct and begin booking the jobs we always wanted. Links Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group Get the ASCEND Method Cheat Sheet Find Daren Smith online and get a free, five-day email series on how to take your creative business to the next level. Follow Daren on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram What’s your question for the podcast? Share a video or audio response! Additional Links: Check out the full show notes page If you haven't already, we'd love it if you would take 1 minute to leave us a review on iTunes!