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How to Shoot Video Without a Tripod

Posted on February 3, 2021
by Andrea J. Stenberg
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One of the easiest ways to improve your videos is to use a tripod. It stabilizes the camera so the video isn’t jumping around. You can set up the shot so the background doesn’t distract from the subject. And you can focus on what to say without worrying about holding your arm steady.

But what if you don’t have a tripod? Does that mean you have to wait until you get one?

No!

Video on social media gets better reach and engagement than any other type of post. And viewers on platforms like Instagram, which are meant to be viewed on your phone, don’t expect perfect, polished video.

It’s better to start making videos right now with the tools you already have. Then you can plan to upgrade and get a tripod when you’re able.

In this video, I demonstrate three ways to shoot video without a tripod.

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How to Light Your Videos – A Low Cost Guide For Beginners

Posted on January 19, 2021
by Andrea J. Stenberg
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One way to instantly make better quality videos is to have great lighting. But you don’t need to buy expensive lighting equipment to make your videos look good.

There are lots of ways to use natural light to get better results.

Getting outside on an overcast day makes for great videos. You don’t have harsh shadows and glare that you get on a bright sunny day.

Getting outside in the winter is even better because the snow reflects a lot of light so you get a brighter overall look without the harsh shadows.

In this seven minute video I show you exactly what to do and what not to do to light your videos without buying ring lights and lamps.

If you enjoyed this video, check out my Instagram Reel 3 Ways to Shoot Video Without a Tripod

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Inspirational Quotes For Women Entrepreneurs

Posted on February 5, 2020
by Andrea J. Stenberg

I love being an entrepreneur. Every day is different. I can (mostly) fix my own schedule. And thanks to the internet I can work from anywhere. Last summer I did a lot of work while at my sister’s cottage.

However, contrary to what you see on Instagram, being an entrepreneur isn’t all easy sailing. 

There are ups and downs.

Some days everything is rolling along. Other days you’re ready to throw your computer out the window while crying hysterically.

So what do you do when you’re having a bad day and don’t want to even get out of bed?

For me, motivational quotes are the key. They’re like a mini shot of inspiration.

A great quote inspires creativity, sparks our brilliance, and elevates our mood.

Here is a list of some of my favourite inspirational quotes. I hope they inspire you as much as they do me.

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What Are Hashtags and Why Are They Important On Instagram?

Posted on November 11, 2019
by Andrea J. Stenberg

What are hashtags?

They started on Twitter and have spread to just about every social network. But it’s on Instagram where hashtags are most important.

Baseball fan? Search #bluejays to find posts about my beloved Toronto Blue Jays. Love knitting? Search #knittingmom or #knittingpatterns.

On Instagram hashtags are searchable. People search hashtags to find posts about topics they’re interested in.

People can follow hashtags on Instagram. When you follow a hashtag on Instagram periodically a post will pop up in your feed that is using the hashtag, even if you’re not following that account.

That’s one of the key reasons why hashtags are so important if you’re trying to grow on Instagram. It allows you to get discovered by new people; people who are interested in what you’re posting about.

You can use up to 30 hashtags in a post, ten in your Stories and in your IGTV description.

3 Keys to Using Hashtags

  1. Don’t use the same hashtags in every post. Mix them up – you’ll get better results.
  2. If you’re a smaller account, don’t use hashtags that have been used millions of times. You’ll disappear in the noise. Use hashtags that have been used between 1,000 and 100,000 times. If you show up at the top of the search page for the smaller hashtags you have a better chance of being seen by new people
  3. Spend time discovering what hashtags your customers are using. If you’re only getting comments from your competitors you’re using the wrong hashtags.

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Coaches & Healers – Do You Know Your Legal Liabilities

Posted on August 6, 2019
by Andrea J. Stenberg

Coaches and healers work within a complex legal environment full of pitfalls for the unwary, and the smallest misstep can cost you dearly. And yet most don’t understand their legal liabilities.

On August 6th I interviewed Ian Foster over on Facebook to discuss his free tool the Legal Primer for Coaches and Healers. (The interview is below. Don’t forget to turn on the volume)

Ian helps coaches, healers and other heart-centered entrepreneurs gain confidence and peace of mind that their business can survive legal challenges. Ian’s passion is putting his experience as an attorney to use by making sure the business you have worked so hard to build is safe and protected.

With the right legal protection in place, you can relax and do what you do best: help your clients live better lives!

I learned a lot from speaking with Ian. If you provide any sort of coaching services and have never spoken with a lawyer you need to watch this video.

Get Ian’s Legal Primer for Coaches and Healers along with free reports and tools from over 20 experts who are participating in the Rock Your Launch Giveaway.

You can get your free gifts at http://rockyourlaunch.com/andrea

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