Ex-Investment Banker and film-maker Jeff Hays makes movies that make movements. But what Roland and Jeff discuss today is his highly profitable Docu-series. Roland digs into this unique business model and the under-girding paradox.
“It’s all built on the paradox: The more we give away, the more money we make.” Jeff Hays
Jeff is a unique human being with a fascinating entrepreneurial journey. There’s a massive amount of insight in this conversation if you’re an entrepreneur on your upswing or maybe on the other side of a tough ‘failure.’ To dig deeper with our guest, head over to his website.
“I’m no longer betting the farm on my gut instinct…My only value is my failures. My successes, I haven’t learned that much from. I just want them to continue! – Jeff Hays
Listen Today For,
- Jeff’s first entrepreneurial lesson at the ripe age of 8 years old (he learned the difference between Gross and Net.
- Jeffs’ advice if you’re considering doing a Documentary or DocuSeries and when/why it’s probably NOT a good idea.
- The critical piece of the puzzle: The email list.
- His definition of wealth.
- The reason it’s SO critical to own your distribution.
- How Jeff ‘kept his boat floating’ amid a series of fairly public and devastating disasters.
- His single most important piece of advice.
- And so much more!
Plus, Roland Asks Jeff,
- What is a viewer worth?
- What percentage of viewers buy?
- How did you keep your motivation after ‘spectacular failure’?
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References Mentioned In This Episode
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