Podcast Summary
From personal struggles to successful venture: The Buried Life Movement: Overcoming personal struggles can lead to unique ideas and successful ventures, as demonstrated by Ben Nempton's creation of The Buried Life Movement and TV show.
Even in the face of personal struggles and setbacks, it's possible to turn a unique idea into a successful venture, as demonstrated by Ben Nempton's creation of The Buried Life Movement and TV show. Ben's story began during his first year at university when the pressure to perform in rugby and academics led him to anxiety and depression, causing him to drop out of school and rugby. From this dark place, he and his friends came up with the idea for The Buried Life, a project where they helped strangers complete items on their bucket lists and accomplished their own. This idea eventually became a TV show, showcasing the power of radical possibility and inspiring people around the world. Despite the challenges he faced, Ben's story serves as a reminder that everyone has the potential to make an impact and pursue their passions.
Asking for help is crucial during personal struggles: Seeking support from others increases chances of success and opens doors for future assistance. Ben's story shows that asking for help is a sign of strength.
During a time of deep depression and feeling stuck, Ben found the courage to ask for help and surround himself with inspiring people. This led him to discover his buried dreams and embark on a journey to make them a reality. He emphasizes that asking for help is crucial, especially during personal struggles, as it increases the chances of success and opens the door for future support. This powerful and inspiring message resonates with many, including those looking to restart and find their path. Ben's story serves as a reminder that asking for help is a sign of strength and that we're all in this journey of life together.
Seeking professional help for mental health is important: Find the right therapist, prioritize mental health, and keep trying until you find the best fit. Develop a mental health toolkit and remember, it's okay if the first try isn't the last.
Taking care of your mental health is crucial and seeking help from a professional, such as a therapist, is important, even if it takes time to find the right fit. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and everyone deserves a support system to help navigate difficult times. The stigma around therapy is unwarranted, and it's essential to keep trying until you find the right person who can provide you with the tools and guidance you need. Mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, have become increasingly common, and prioritizing mental health is essential for individuals and employers alike. Remember that it's okay if the first therapist or professional you speak to isn't the right fit, and don't give up. Keep trying until you find someone who resonates with you and can help you grow. Additionally, developing a mental health toolkit with habits that work for you can be a valuable resource during challenging times. The cost and time investment for pursuing your passions or starting a project, like the Buried Life, can be significant, but with determination and persistence, it's possible to turn a simple idea into a successful venture.
From minimal resources to a successful documentary: Determination, persistence, and a strong team can help turn a dream into a reality with limited resources.
Determination and persistence, along with a strong team, can help turn a dream into a reality with minimal resources. Ben's story illustrates this as he and his team set out to make a documentary for "The Buried Life" bucket list, relying on sponsorships, parties, and their own savings. Despite initial fears and setbacks, they managed to secure sponsorships from companies like Happy Planet Juices and Red Bull, and even borrowed an RV for their road trip. With only about $10 in cash, they accomplished at least 20 tasks from the bucket list during their 2-week filming stint. Through this experience, Ben felt a sense of purpose and the importance of a strong team with diverse skill sets.
From small budget to substantial funding: Determination, perseverance, media attention, sponsors, and a solid business plan can lead to significant funding for creative projects.
Determination and perseverance, along with the right connections and a solid business plan, can lead to significant funding and opportunities for creative projects. In the case of the interviewee, they started with a small budget and a dream, but by leveraging media attention, securing larger sponsors, and bringing in an experienced manager, they were able to raise substantial funds and produce a high-quality documentary. However, they also learned the importance of budgeting and planning for post-production costs and the potential risks of turning down lucrative opportunities without proper consideration.
Making Connections in the Entertainment Industry: Networking, persistence, and creativity are crucial for success in the entertainment industry. Attend industry events, take risks, and don't give up.
Making connections in the entertainment industry in the US, particularly in Los Angeles, can open doors for opportunities that might not be available elsewhere. The speaker's experience of attending a conference in Canada led him to meet a manager and a friend who worked at a production company, which ultimately helped him sell his show to MTV. However, the road to success was long and involved numerous challenges, including pitching to networks, securing agents, and gaining creative control. The speaker's persistence and willingness to take risks, such as crashing the MTV Movie Awards and filming a fake pilot, ultimately paid off and helped him get the show produced and aired. The process took over three years from the initial pitch to the show's airing, and the speaker and his team had to invest their own resources to make it happen. Overall, the story illustrates the importance of networking, persistence, and creativity in the entertainment industry.
Negotiating ownership and creative control: Prioritizing ownership and control in negotiations can lead to greater financial and creative rewards in the long run.
The creators of the TV show "Unbully" went to great lengths to maintain ownership of their intellectual property and creative control, negotiating EP fees and ownership of the IP instead of just accepting a talent fee. This decision proved to be significantly more valuable in the long run, as the show's success and impact were immense, featuring unprecedented experiences such as playing basketball with Barack Obama, surprising a young girl with a bionic arm, and reuniting a father and son. The creators' determination to address mental health in an episode, which was not a common topic at the time, also made a significant impact. This story serves as an important reminder for creators to prioritize ownership and control in their negotiations, as it can lead to greater financial and creative rewards in the long run.
Sharing personal struggles and creating safe spaces for open conversations: Creating safe spaces for open conversations and sharing personal struggles can have a profound impact on individuals and communities.
Sharing personal struggles and creating safe spaces for open conversations can have a profound impact on individuals and communities. This was exemplified by a story about a girl named Lexi who had struggled with self-harm and wanted to talk about it publicly in her small town. With the help of a nonprofit and a musician, they organized an event where Lexi shared her story, which was met with a massive and supportive reaction. Another shocking but inspiring story was about Ben and Duncan attempting to ask Taylor Swift on a date using elaborate tactics, which ultimately led to a successful encounter. These stories highlight the importance of facing fears, taking risks, and creating opportunities for open dialogue.
From basketball with Obama to speaking professionally - achieving the impossible: Write down goals, build accountability, share them, stay true to yourself, and pursue your passions to make the impossible possible
With determination and persistence, even the seemingly impossible can be achieved. Ben Nemton, a guest on a podcast, shared stories of his outlandish accomplishments, from playing basketball with President Obama to speaking professionally. His friend, who is a huge fan of Ben's, was shocked to learn of their friendship. Ben's advice for making the impossible possible is to write down your goals, build accountability, share them with others, and give yourself permission to pursue them. He emphasizes the importance of staying true to yourself and living your true course, despite distractions and societal pressures. By doing what you love, you can create a positive ripple effect and make an impact on the world.
Ben Nemton's inspiring impact on society: Surround yourself with inspiring people, stay true to yourself, and strive to be the best version of yourself.
Ben Nemton's show and his new bucket list journal are must-haves for anyone looking for inspiration and motivation. David, a big fan of Ben's, was thrilled to share his thoughts on the episode and emphasized the impact the show has had on him and society as a whole. He was also surprised to learn about Ben's struggles with anxiety and his path to success in the public speaking realm. The quotes that resonated with him were Ben's commitment to surrounding himself with inspiring people and being true to oneself. David also shared his experience of getting signed up for a 2-day boot camp by Ben to get into public speaking and the financial and lifestyle challenges that come with it. Overall, the episode served as a reminder to be genuine, surround oneself with positivity, and strive to be the best version of oneself.
The Importance of In-Kind Sponsorships in Early Careers: Trading goods or services for promotion can be valuable in starting a career, as seen in Ben Nempton's experience with a sponsored bachelor party.
Ben Nempton, a successful public speaker with an impressive background, discussed the importance of in-kind sponsorships in his early career. These are exchanges where goods or services are traded instead of dollars. A great example is a sponsored bachelor party where the experience was given in return for social media promotion. This episode aired on the one-year anniversary of the hosts' bachelor party experience in Vegas. Additionally, the founders of Betches and a special guest, David K., will be featured in the next recap. The hosts were excited to have David on the show as their first main segment guest, and they had many questions for him. Ben Nempton, a friend and inspiration for David, was a topic of conversation, with Ben expressing his admiration for the hosts' podcast.
Ben's admiration for Jay from The Buried Life show: Ben was deeply moved by Jay's authenticity and relatability in the Buried Life show, inspiring him to be genuine in his own life.
Ben's admiration for Jay from the Buried Life show stems from Jay's authenticity and genuine nature. Ben was deeply moved by the relatability and sincerity of the show and aspired to be like Jay in his own life. Jay's raw and unfiltered approach to life resonated with Ben, and he saw it as a rare quality that not everyone possesses. The show's enduring impact is a testament to its authenticity, and it continues to inspire and move people. If you haven't seen the Buried Life show yet, you can find it on Paramount Plus, Amazon, or iTunes. Ben and his team had stopped watching the show after editing it for years, but they recently revisited it and were amazed by how well it still held up. Ben's experience at the Real Screen TV conference was a full-circle moment, where he shared stories about making the show and the importance of authenticity in unscripted television.
Authenticity and risks led to success of 'Buried Life' on MTV: Maintain authenticity, take risks, build a strong speaker reel, and focus on getting speaking engagements to start a career in professional speaking.
The success of "Buried Life" on MTV came from the authenticity and risks taken by the creators. They fought to keep it real, even if it meant sneaking into the Playboy Mansion or attempting to play basketball with Obama, which added to the show's appeal. Their goal was to inspire their friends and create content that would make their audience experience FOMO. A key element in their success was maintaining control over the production. In the professional speaking realm, having a strong speaker reel is crucial to attracting clients and speaking bureaus. It should consist of high-production, 3-5 speaking engagements to showcase your abilities. To start a career in professional speaking, focus on building a strong speaker reel and learning how to get on stages for speaking engagements.
Showcasing your expertise through a speaker reel and website: Creating a compelling reel and website can lead to speaking engagements by attracting agent attention.
Building a speaker reel and website are crucial steps in becoming a successful speaker. The reel should showcase your story and main takeaways, while also including logos of clients and testimonials. Gathering these assets takes time and practice, as most speakers give the same talk 99% of the time. Authenticity on stage is also essential in building trust with the audience. Once you have a reel and website, the next step is to approach speaker bureaus or agents. These organizations represent meeting planners who book external speakers for events. Having a strong reel and website will help you get noticed by agents and secure speaking engagements. Building a speaking career requires dedication and hard work, but with the right approach, you can make a lasting impact.
Building relationships for speaking engagements: Build relationships through introductions or speaker training programs. Stay persistent and open to new opportunities. Use tools like a bucket list journal to stay accountable to goals.
Building relationships is key to success in speaking engagements. Ben Menton shared his experience of cold outreach being difficult due to the high volume of requests bureaus receive. Instead, he suggests building relationships through introductions or speaker training programs. Menton also emphasized the importance of staying persistent and being open to new opportunities, as he shared his goal of going to space and finishing his documentary. Another important takeaway is the use of tools like a bucket list journal to help stay accountable to goals. Menton has spent two years developing this journal and encourages others to use it to track their progress towards their aspirations. Overall, the conversation highlighted the importance of building relationships, staying persistent, and utilizing resources to achieve personal and professional goals.
Ben's authenticity and perseverance inspire: Ben's interview emphasized the importance of staying true to oneself and pursuing goals with authenticity and determination, even when playing multiple roles like being the talent and executive producer for a major network.
The interview with Ben Denton on Trading Secrets was not only inspiring but also a testament to authenticity and perseverance. Ben's ability to be himself on and off stage, as well as his impressive accomplishment of executive producing a show while being the talent, left a lasting impression on the hosts. The conversation brought back fond memories and inspired reflections on personal goals. One of the most intriguing moments was when Ben shared his respect for speakers who are genuine both on and off stage, something many struggle with. Additionally, the unprecedented nature of Ben's role as an executive producer while being the talent for a major network like MTV was a topic of awe. Overall, the interview served as a reminder to stay true to oneself and pursue goals with authenticity and determination.
Living a Meaningful Life: Prioritizing Experiences and Connections: Emphasize personal relationships and experiences, prioritize meeting loved ones, and improve financial literacy through resources like the '3 Nickels' app.
Life is unpredictable and it's important to prioritize experiences and connections over material possessions. The speaker shared his desire to bring his wife to meet his grandfather before it's too late, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling personal goals and making memories. Additionally, the conversation touched upon the importance of financial literacy and taking control of one's finances. The speaker recommended the "3 Nickels" app, which offers financial education and resources for individuals looking to improve their financial situation. Overall, the conversation underscored the importance of living a meaningful life, both in terms of personal relationships and financial stability.
Discussing a health-focused Trading Secrets miniseries: Amazon's Paramount+ platform inspires a social viewing experience. Proposed Trading Secrets miniseries focuses on health and wellness with top experts.
Amazon's Paramount+ platform offers a great viewing experience, reminiscent of hanging out with friends in your young adult years. Host David and his guest discussed the possibility of creating a Trading Secrets miniseries focused on health and wellness, acknowledging the importance of taking care of one's health alongside career and financial growth. The proposed series would feature top experts in various health-related fields. Listeners are encouraged to leave a 5-star review and share their suggestions for the miniseries in the comments. In the upcoming episode, the founders of Betches will be featured, sharing their inspiring story of building a successful business from their dorm rooms at Cornell. Don't miss next week's episode of Trading Secrets!
