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126. The Blueprint Any Creative Can Follow to Build a 7-figure Business - Daniel Priestley

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Sep 25, 2024
Join Daniel Priestley, an award-winning entrepreneur and author, as he shares invaluable insights into building a successful creative business. He explains the 'Key Person of Influence' concept, emphasizing the five Ps: pitching, publishing, products, profile, and partnership. Listeners learn how to craft effective pitches, create a robust product ecosystem, and navigate the J-curve of entrepreneurship. Daniel also discusses financial strategies like sponsorships and targeting high-value clients, making this a must-listen for aspiring creatives.
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INSIGHT

How People Judge Your Professionalism

  • People quickly put you into three categories: newbie, worker bee, or key person of influence.
  • Your pitch determines if you're taken seriously or seen as just starting out or replaceable.
ANECDOTE

Newspaper Ads Fueled Early Success

  • Daniel ran $8,000 newspaper ads in 2002 to generate leads and bookings for events.
  • By repeating this 43 times in a year, he made $1.3 million in sales and $400,000 profit.
ADVICE

Repeat What Works

  • Repeat what works consistently rather than chasing new ideas.
  • Many fail because they don't return to proven strategies to get results.
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