Meet Larry Becker – DIY Video Expert, the Video Marketing Guy
How I Met Larry Becker
By the time I reached out to Larry Becker on Facebook, I had already met him at least twice in person and once in a private Facebook group. The first time I ever heard of Larry was after reading his book I had purchased called The Palm Business Book (yes, I still have it and yes, Larry is going to sign it for me one of these days!). 
Fast forward several years later and I got involved in the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) (which has now become KelbyONE) and discovered that Larry was the Executive Director of that organization. I thought “this couldn’t be the same Larry Becker!” It was.
In 2009, I joined a Photoshop Walk in Lakeland and there again was Larry. He was the facilitator of the walk. I was fortunate enough to win a contest during that walk and met Larry again about a year later at a huge NAPP conference in Orlando, FL. Of course, I had to take the opportunity to reach out to him and mention my involvement in the walk at Lakeland (taking an opportunity to reinforce an earlier connection), since I knew he wouldn’t remember me otherwise. He had sent all the winners a series of books written by Scott Kelby and I thanked him for the prize. I even took the chance to send Larry a friend request on Facebook and he accepted. Afterall, I was already friends with one of his colleagues and friends, Terry White.
Lastly, and here’s where the real connection was made, I discovered that Larry and I were members of a private Facebook group together. As part of my training course and coaching, I teach people how to connect to others by adding value to their lives. Since I practice what I “preach”, I reached out to Larry via Facebook’s direct message feature and gave him a couple of ideas on how to market a project he had been discussing in the private group.
After a few more ideas, business connection introductions, and advice on a new podcast he was producing, Larry asked if we could chat via phone. Needless to say, I said “yes” and through a series of more virtual conversations, I was invited to visit the Kelby One studio for a tour. My visit to Kelby One went from an expected half hour tour to a two hour tour and brainstorming visit where I had the absolute pleasure of sitting in and seeing some of the sets highlighted in many KelbyOne productions. It was like a trip to Disney World!
I got to sit in the set of one of my favorite Photoshop Shows, PhotoshopUserTV
In addition, Larry agreed to be a guest for my podcast to give you some tips on how to use video to make connections that count for your business. Since Larry is a Video Marketing Expert, I was thrilled to have him share some video marketing tips.
Most Important Points During the Interview with Larry Becker
- Larry recommends a $25 microphone (check out his podcast at Video Marketing Guy on iTunes) that makes ALL the difference in the world for audio quality when used instead of the on-camera microphone (you would be surprised how many people don’t make that simple investment!).
- Your credibility is shot if you create a video using poor sound equipment. Your audience won’t necessarily know why it’s bad, they just know it somehow seems cheesy!
- You don’t have to be using the best of the best video and editing equipment to make a high quality video to market your business.
Power Tips
- Make sure you look directly at the video camera when you are being videotaped for your marketing videos. Talk with your audience as though you are talking with a friend. This is very powerful for making the best connection.
- Don’t be afraid to put a little powder on your face (that’s you, men!) before going on camera to remove the shine.
- Making connections should be a conscious effort – BE AWARE of the connections, look for them, pay attention to the possibilities and opportunities around you as you never know when a great connection may appear!
Connect with Larry Becker
- The FocusED Video Series with Larry Becker
- Canon Review on KelbyOne by Larry Becker
- Video Marketing Guy Podcast
- Video Marketing Guy Website
- Email Larry
Resources Mentioned in the Interview or Found for You!
- eCamm Call Recorder Software to Record Podcasts from Skype and to be able to split the conversation.
- Scott Kelby
- Mike Kubeisy
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