Ever met someone who claims they “run ads”… but really, they just shoot videos? 🎥💸

In this Hot Seat Episode David Shands exposes the brutal truth about what separates a real digital marketer from a terrible one.

👉 Are you actually running ads — or just wasting money?

Watch as we break down:

Why most videographers fail when they call themselves “marketers”
The difference between creating content vs. creating conversions
The REAL way to run ads without burning your client’s budget
How to build systems that actually generate leads

🔥 If you’ve ever wondered why your ads aren’t working, this clip is a wake-up call.

👇 Drop a comment: Do you think most digital marketers are terrible… or just misunderstood?

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