Welcome to a revolutionary discussion on adapting preaching for the digital age! In this episode, online preaching coach David Murrow, joins Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com to delve into the art of engaging with your online congregation effectively. Discover invaluable insights to transform your preaching style and create sermons that are watchable, memorable, and sharable as an evangelistic tool. Elevate your communication skills with practical tips you can apply to your next sermon.

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be.

 As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history.

 My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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 *More About This Episode* Creating Sharable Sermons: An Evangelistic Approach to Online Preaching with David Murrow

Transform your sermons into powerful evangelistic tools for the digital age! In this interview, you’ll find out how to capture attention in an 8-second world, craft compelling sermon titles, and navigate the visual landscape of online preaching. Unleash the evangelistic potential of your sermons!

More About David Murrow:

David Murrow, a.k.a., The Online Preaching Coach, teaches pastors how to make their sermons more watchable, memorable and shareable. He spent four decades in the television business, and his work has been seen on ABC, NBC, PBS, CBS, Discovery Networks, BBC and dozens more. 

Murrow is the author of “Why Men Hate Going to Church,” the groundbreaking book that changed the way thousands of congregations do church.  

David and his wife Gina have three children and seven grandkids. They are ministry nomads, residing in three different places: Alaska, Arizona and most recently Pennsylvania.

 Find out more and get David Murrow’s free course at https://davidmurrow.com

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Public speaking gigs are a powerful way to advance your career, plus they offer opportunities to get your message heard. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares five tips to help you book your first speaking gig while becoming a great speaker. Elevate your speaking skills and find out how to get invited to speak at conferences, small groups, workshops, and more to expand your influence today.

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Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/ 

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. 

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. 

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. 

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

Find out about The Influence Lab here: https://influencelab.com

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*More About This Episode* Public Speaking Techniques: How to Get Invited to Speak at Conferences
Whatever your line of work, speaking gigs are a powerful way to get your name known and your message heard while advancing your career. Here’s five tips to help you get invited to speak: 

1. Volunteer at conferences. Find the conferences you think you might like to speak at in the future and show up to help. You never know what could happen.

2. Become an expert. Find a niche in your field and become an expert. What have you done in your career that is unique?

3. Plan ahead. Most conferences are planned out a year in advance. Don’t wait until the last minute to reach out. (And always be ready for last-minute changes!)

4. You don’t need an agent. Don’t feel like you need an agent to get invitations. They may be able to negotiate a deal but may not be the one to get you the job as a speaker.

5. Take the time to become a great speaker. Being an expert does not necessarily mean you’ll be a great speaker. If you’re incorporating software like Powerpoint or Keynote, learn to speak well first; then bring the Powerpoint into it.

Become an amazing speaker!

Check out Chapter 3 “Speaking to a Digital Generation” in my book, “Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry and You” here: https://amzn.to/3XxHSif

Get the book “Give Your Speech; Change the World” by Nick Morgan here: https://amzn.to/3SUf0RQ

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Evangelism and Reaching Gen Z | Dr. Billy Wilson, President, Oral Roberts University

You can change the world! Join Phil Cooke in this conversation with Dr. Billy Wilson, president of Oral Roberts University, as they discuss the importance of reaching Gen Z with the gospel. https://philcooke.com In this thought-provoking discussion, you’ll find out how this rising generation thinks and how to effectively share the message of Christ with them. Author of “Generation Z: Born for the Storm” and “The Power of One: Reaching Every Person on Earth,” Wilson also shares about the E21 global initiative for evangelism and ways you can make a difference with your faith by reaching just one person today. 

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Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/ 

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach
Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. 

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. 

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. 

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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*More About This Episode* Evangelism and Reaching Gen Z | Dr. Billy Wilson, President, Oral Roberts University                                                        

Dr. William M. Wilson is a leading voice in the Spirit-empowered movement, one of the fastest growing movements in history. Wilson is recognized globally for his unwavering ethics in leadership and as a champion for new generations of Spirit-empowered leaders. 

During Wilson’s tenure as the Empowered21 (E21) Global Chair, E21 has become what is recognized as the world’s largest Spirit-empowered relational network, bringing together over 650 million Christians worldwide. Wilson has also been instrumental in creating and communicating the EveryOne initiative – joining denominations, para-church networks, and evangelistic ministries from around the world, calling on the global church to make every effort to share the Gospel with every person on earth by 2033. 

Additionally, as president of Oral Roberts University (ORU), Wilson has led the university through consecutive years of historic growth, helping ORU’s enrollment reach unprecedented numbers. Wilson is also a sought-after Bible communicator whose weekly television program, "World Impact with Dr. Billy Wilson.”

Wilson serves as Chair of the Pentecostal World Fellowship, an at-large member of the board of the National Association of Evangelicals, and in leadership positions with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, American Association of Presidents of Independent Colleges and Universities, the Summit League President’s Council, and the Tulsa Regional Chamber of Commerce. He has authored several books, including Father Cry, Foundations of Faith, Fasting Forward, Generation Z: Born for the Storm, and his latest book The Power of One. 

Find out more about Dr. Billy Wilson: https://Drbillywilson.com

Find out more about E21: https://Empowered21.com

Find out more about ORU: https://oru.edu/

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Get “The Power of One: Reaching Every Person on Earth”: https://amzn.to/42rwok6

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Are you struggling in your creative career as an artist, musician, filmmaker, writer or director? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares the two levels of success you need to achieve to earn a living as a creative and gain success doing what you love to do.

Watch the interview with Howard Kazanjian here: https://youtu.be/xXGmRmMtxV0

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Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/

#Audiobook available on Audible now: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE

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Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/Coach

Helping Creative Leaders Influence the World

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be.

As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history.

My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.

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Connect with me on social media:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

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*More About This Episode* From Average to Extraordinary: The Two Levels of Success for Creative Careers

Having all the creative talent in the world will matter little if you don’t understand the business. Even the creative greats were concerned with financing their projects. The sooner you start thinking about both levels of success, the sooner you’ll reach your creative goals.

Read more here: “The Two Levels it Takes for Success”: https://www.philcooke.com/the-two-levels-it-takes-for-success/

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With a career that spans 50 years, he’s collaborated with Hollywood legends such as Alfred Hitchcock, George Lucas and Frances Coppola. Phil Cooke welcomes Emmy award-winning film and television producer Howard Kazanjian to share behind the scenes of a producer’s role in both the studio system and independent film with credits including “Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars “The Empire Strikes Back” and “Return of the Jedi.” His stories on some of the biggest blockbusters in film history will inspire new filmmakers in their careers.

 Please like, rate and share this episode!

 Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get bonus resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/

 #Audiobook available now! Take “Ideas on a Deadline” with you on your commute or morning jog. Read by Phil Cooke, it’s like a masterclass on creativity. Available on Audible here: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE

 Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

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New episodes are uploaded every other Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live.

 *Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture*

 Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

 Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:

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Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

Find out more about The Influence Lab here: https://InfluenceLab.com

 *More About This Episode* Emmy Award Winning Film and Television Producer – Interview with Howard Kazanjian

 About Howard Kazanjian

Howard Kazanjian is an accomplished film and television producer and entertainment executive. Kazanjian has produced several blockbuster films including Raiders of the Lost Ark and Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. During his seven years as Vice President of Production at Lucasfilm Ltd., Kazanjian also oversaw the production of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back.

 Throughout his 50 years in the film industry, Howard Kazanjian has been privileged to work with some of cinema’s finest directors. Kazanjian advanced his craft on many films as an Assistant Director and Producer working closely with legendary filmmakers such as: Alfred Hitchcock, Billy Wilder, Sam Peckinpah, Robert Wise, Joshua Logan, Elia Kazan, Clint Eastwood, Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg, and George Lucas.

Howard Kazanjian’s films have garnered more than a dozen Oscar nominations and have won ten Oscars. He also won an Emmy for a TV documentary.  Kazanjian is the co-author of twelve books with two more to be published in 2022.

Find Howard Kazanjian on IMDb here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0443599/

Get the book! “Howard Kazanjian – A Producer’s Life” available here: https://amzn.to/41v97Nv

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Does your pastor have a vision for media? If you’re feeling stifled as a church media producer or communications director, Phil Cooke offers eight tips to help you “lead from the middle” and win your pastor over to see the potential for media. In today’s digital age, the opportunities for sharing the gospel through media are tremendous. Here’s how to communicate this opportunity to senior leadership while advancing your career as a media professional.

Please like, rate and share this episode!

Order my book for your pastor! “Maximize Your Influence: How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You” is available here: https://amzn.to/3XxHSif

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New episodes are uploaded every other Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live.

*Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture* 

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:

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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcookepage/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

*More About This Episode* Revolutionize Your Pastor’s Vision for Church Media: Leading from the Middle

Here are eight keys to advance your leadership skills and career as a media professional – and get your pastor excited about media! 

1. Take ownership of your work and your attitude. Have skin in the game. Be an example to your pastor and leadership of what’s possible with a project. 

2. Build strong relationships with your team. Take the time to get to know those you work with.

3. Become proactive and solution-oriented. Don’t just complain about problems; bring solutions to the table. You’ll be amazed at how this will accelerate your career. 

4. Lead by example. The best way to lead from the middle is to become an example for others.

5. Get past the budget battle. Learn how to work within the budget limitations of your organization with ingenuity and talent.

6. Become a great communicator. Leadership is closely tied to effective communication. Learn how to communicate your vision, thoughts and ideas to others.

Get the book “You Are the Message” by Roger Ailes here:  https://amzn.to/3RxPnFC

7. Change your perception from being a techie person to being a media producer or creative director. Understand the culture, strategies and platforms that will best engage today’s culture with the gospel. You’ll start getting the pastor’s attention.

8. Start thinking from the pastor’s point of view. Start speaking his language. Embrace his perspective of using media to change people’s lives and reach more people.

Implement these eight points, and you’ll change how others respond to you.

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get BONUS resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/ 

#Audiobook available on Audible now: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE 

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The Spanish-speaking community is exploding in growth in the U.S. Find out how your local church can engage the Latino community more effectively as Phil Cooke interviews Angel Jordan, director of Hispanic Initiatives at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Join them as they explore the varying aspects of Latino culture, the needs represented, and the opportunities for outreach and discipleship within the Hispanic community. Bonus topic includes ways you can partner with a Spanish-speaking church to empower them to reach the Hispanic community.

Please like, rate and share this episode!

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New episodes are uploaded every Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live.

 *Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture*
Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

 Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:
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Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

 *More About This Episode* Reaching the Hispanic Community: Interview with Angel Jordan, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
Secular companies recognize the huge potential of the Hispanic community, but the church has been slow to reach out. This episode will help pastors and ministry leaders understand why outreach matters and what your church can do to bring the gospel to the Spanish-speaking community in your city.

About Angel Jordan
Angel Jordan is the Director of Hispanic Initiatives at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association  (BGEA) and Samaritan’s Purse. He has a great passion for the integral mission and the unity of the church. Angel holds a BA in Marketing and Advertising, an MA in Digital Advertising, and an MA in Christian Studies. He is a certified facilitator of CQ® and for Global Perspectives. 

Find out more about BGEA here: https://billygraham.org/

Find out more about Samaritan’s Purse here: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/

Interested in a directing career? Find out how to succeed as Phil Cooke welcomes live multi-camera director and executive producer Micah Bickham to discuss his approach to capturing live events and filming music videos and his career pathway from media ministry to freelance director. 

Micah has directed performances of some of today’s biggest names in music, including Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, and Demi Lovato, and his work can be seen on all major streaming platforms. Formerly the executive producer and creative director for VEVO in New York and previously the senior live director for Joel Osteen and Lakewood Church, Micah brings a unique perspective to a career in creating.

Please like, rate and share this episode!

 Get my book “One Big Thing: Discovering What You Were Born to Do” https://amzn.to/2M2maTr 
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 Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

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New episodes are uploaded every other Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live.

*Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture*
Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcookepage/

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Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

*More About This Episode* How to Succeed as a Live Multi-Camera Director | Micah Bickham Interview
About Micah Bickham

Micah Bickham is a live multi-camera director and executive producer based in New York.  With over 15 years of live music and live entertainment experience, his work can be seen on all major streaming platforms from Amazon Prime’s live performance series ‘Amazon Music Live’, to ‘The Weeknd Live From SoFi’ on HBO, and many more.  He has directed performances for Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Demi Lovato, The Weeknd, Billie Eilish, J Balvin, and many more.

 Micah is formerly the Executive Producer and Creative Director for VEVO in New York, and previously the Senior Live Director for Joel Osteen and Lakewood Church. 

 “I’m really looking for ways to disrupt conventional live production elements. It’s looking left when everybody else is looking right...” – Micah Bickham

 Find out more: https://www.micahbickham.com/

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How do acts of kindness factor into the new visitor experience in your church? Phil Cooke welcomes author, speaker and church consultant Greg Atkinson to explore ways to reach your community and transform your church guest services with kindness and authentic hospitality. Founder of the First Impressions Conference, Greg offers practical ways pastors can create welcoming environments for their congregations.

Please like, rate and share this episode! 

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get bonus resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/ 

#Audiobook available now! Take “Ideas on a Deadline” with you on your commute or morning jog. Read by Phil Cooke, it’s like a masterclass on creativity. Available on Audible here: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE 

Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

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New episodes are uploaded every other Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live. 

Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture
Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career. 

Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:
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Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com 

*More About This Episode* The Kindness Factor: Greg Atkinson on Transforming Your Church Guest Services
Entrepreneur, bestselling author, and international speaker Greg Atkinson has been in ministry and organizational leadership for 28 years and has been writing, speaking, and training tens of thousands of leaders since 2000. His writings have been seen by over 1 million readers, and he has spoken in over 100 countries. 

Considered an expert in church guest experience, first impressions, hospitality, guest services, and worship, Greg has worked with churches of all sizes, including some of the largest and fastest-growing churches in the country, as well as organizations such as Josh McDowell Ministries. He has spoken at numerous colleges, seminaries, and conferences all over North America, including teaching “Intro to Praise and Worship” at Dallas Theological Seminary from 2005 to 2007. He has trained several church staff teams, including full-time staff at Saddleback Church and Prestonwood Baptist Church. 

He is the Founder of the First Impressions Conference, the annual event featuring the leading voices for first impressions and guest services from around the world, and Worship Impressions, a professional church secret shopper service. Greg also co-founded Social Media Church Conference and is an expert at evaluating a church’s online presence and social media. 

Greg has authored numerous books, including Church Leadership Essentials and his newest, The Secret Power of Kindness. He has been featured in Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, Christianity Today, and on CBS, FOX, and NBC, and is a contributor to many magazines and websites, including Rick Warren’s Ministry Toolbox Newsletter, Pastors.com, ChurchLeaders.com, Outreach Magazine, Relevant Magazine and Christianity Today, to name a few. He is also a member of the Forbes Coaching Council and a Forbes featured contributor. 

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Since the pandemic, most churches live livestream their church services. Now it’s time to take your online worship service to the next level. In this episode, Phil Cooke welcomes Jason Moore, co-founder of Midnight Oil Productions and author of “BOTH/AND: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences for In-Person and Online Engagement.” Pastors, communication leaders and church media teams will gain insight on how to engage congregations in powerful and purposeful ways in today’s digital age.

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*More About This Episode* Maximize Your Church Services with a Hybrid Experience – Interview with Producer/Author Jason Moore 

About Jason Moore – Co-Founder Midnight Oil Productions and author of “BOTH/AND: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences for In-Person and Online Engagement"

Creativity, storytelling and visual communication are evidenced passions of Jason Moore throughout his more than two decades of designing dynamic resources, training, coaching, and consulting for churches of all sizes, styles, and means.  

A childhood dream of becoming a Hollywood filmmaker shifted as Jason experienced a call to bring his gifted artistry to the church, joining the Ginghamsburg United Methodist Church staff in the 1990s.  

In 2020, as the global pandemic took root, Jason instinctively shifted his work, crafting a series of groundbreaking webinars on hybrid worship design. These trainings, which combine his specialties of church communications, guest readiness and creative worship, provide practical, results-oriented application, and are being utilized across the country in The United Methodist Church, seminaries, and ecumenical groups. 

In the secular world, Jason has collaborated with several Hollywood producers in film and television, and has produced numerous book trailers for New York Times best-selling authors such as Ariana Huffington, Seth Godin, Robert Greene, Ryan Holiday and Mark Ecko.  

Jason, a graduate of The Modern College of Design, is the author of 12 books, a frequent keynote speaker, and a sought-after trainer. His latest book BOTH/AND: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences for In-Person and Online Engagement, a book on how to craft truly hybrid worship experience is an Amazon Best Seller. 

Find out more about Midnight Oil Productions: https://midnightoilproductions.com/ 

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It’s never too late to unlock your creative genius! Join Phil Cooke in an insightful interview with Dawn Nicole Baldwin, the founder and lead strategist of Mavericks. Discover how to leverage your creativity as a church, ministry, nonprofit organization or individual as Dawn shares invaluable advice on rethinking creativity, identifying your “sweet spot,” and crafting a strategic growth plan. Whether you’re moving into a creative career or seeking to amplify your creative impact, this conversation will ignite your creative journey.

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*More About This Episode* How to Discover Your Creative Genius – Interview with Founder-Lead Strategist Dawn Baldwin, Mavericks

About Dawn Nicole Baldwin: For over 25 years, Dawn Nicole Baldwin has been helping leaders reach people more effectively. She’s best known as an idea starter and growth strategist, with a special heart for helping those building the Kingdom.

In 1995 she founded AspireOne, a strategy and communications firm that has a reputation for helping ministries make a difference around the world. The firm recently rebranded as Mavericks to help individuals and organizations of all shapes and sizes reach more people for Jesus.

Dawn’s fun facts: Once upon a time she led communications for a church with over 22,000 in weekend attendance and over 100 supporting ministries. She helped build the brand of VeggieTales as part of the advertising and licensing teams of Big Idea Productions and is credited as a vocalist on the VeggieTale’s Silly Song, “High Silk Hat” (although she says she can’t sing at all!)

About Mavericks: Helping ministries reach more people, more effectively. We’re taking decades of 1-on-1 strategy consulting used with some of the most influential organizations in the U.S. and making it available to everyone. You’re making a difference. We’re here to amplify your efforts.

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Have questions? Email Dawn: HereForYou@Mavericks.cc

Want to know how to engage people with your ideas? In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares five active listening skills to help you gain respect when leading a team or entering a pitch meeting. These communication strategies will level up your people skills and help you become the most fascinating person in the room.

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*More About This Episode* Active Listening Skills: How to Become the Most Fascinating Person in the Room

Leadership is about communicating your ideas well. Incorporating these active listening skills into your communication strategy can help you become the kind of person people are drawn to. It’s the best way to get your ideas heard.

1. Learn to speak in shorter chunks. Then stop and let the other person respond! Don’t dominate the conversation. Stick to the topic. Keep it short, keep it relevant. Almost always, less is more.

2. Don’t dominate the conversation. Conversation is a two-way street. 

3. Don’t lecture. Nobody wants to be lectured to!

4. Ask about them. People want to share about themselves! Use people’s names and take opportunities to express interest in their lives when it’s appropriate to establish a rapport.

5. Learn to read other people. Be aware of the response or reaction of the others in the room and change your strategy if the moment calls for it.

Active listening and good people skills are just as important—if not more—than the skills it takes to do your job. For more, read my blog here: How to Instantly Gain Respect and Become the Most Fascinating Person in the Room

https://www.philcooke.com/how-to-instantly-gain-respect-and-become-the-most-fascinating-person-in-the-room/

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Blast through the myths of creativity that are holding you back! Phil Cooke welcomes David Burkus, organizational psychologist and best-selling author of the book, “The Myths of Creativity—The Truth About How Innovative Companies and People Generate Ideas.” In this interview, you’ll find out the truth about brainstorming ideas and increasing your creativity, plus gain ideas for team building and remote leadership.

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*More About This Episode* Myths of Creativity – Interview with David Burkus, Bestselling Leadership Author
One of the world’s leading business thinkers, Dr. David Burkus’ forward-thinking ideas and bestselling books are helping leaders build their best team ever. The bestselling author of five books about business and leadership, his books have won multiple awards and been translated into dozens of languages. 

Since 2017, Burkus has been ranked multiple times as one of the world’s top business thought leaders. His insights on leadership and teamwork have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, USAToday, Fast Company, the Financial Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, CNN, the BBC, NPR, and CBS This Morning. A former business school professor, Burkus now works with leaders from organizations across all industries, including PepsiCo, Fidelity, Adobe, and NASA. Find out more at https://Davidburkus.com 

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“Leading from Anywhere—The Essential Guide to Managing Remote Teams”  https://amzn.to/3Ld8Bg6
“Best Team Ever—The Surprising Science of High Performing Teams
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A visually stunning multi-media event, The Gift of Christmas at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Dallas has become a community tradition attended by thousands each year. Go behind the scenes of production as Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com interviews the Prestonwood creative leaders Michael Neale, Andy Pearson, and Bryan Bailey to discuss the mindset, collaboration and planning of a successful church Christmas program. Church media creatives of both large and small churches will glean inside tips to tailor your next Christmas event for the talents within your congregation. 

Sharing on this podcast:
Michael Neal, Worship Pastor In-Residence, Prestonwood Church
Andy Pearson, Director of NextGen Worship/Creative Production, Prestonwood Church
Bryan Bailey, Director of Media, Prestonwood Church 

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 *More About This Episode* How to Stage a Spectacular Church Christmas Event: Interview with Prestonwood Church Creatives

About The Gift of Christmas
The Gift of Christmas is a Prestonwood tradition and has become one of the highlights of the Christmas season, with thousands of guests attending every year. This visually stunning multimedia event is complete with special effects, a nearly 1,000-member cast and choir, live orchestra, camels and kings, flying angels and eye-popping virtual scenery. At the heart of this production is the simple story of Christmas—the manger, shepherds, Joseph and Mary, the Christ child—and the glorious hope we have in our Savior. Find out more: https://prestonwoodgoc.org

If you're interested in filmmaking, Phil Cooke's interview https://philcooke.com with Alexandra Boylan is a must-watch! Alexandra shares her experiences and insights as a Hollywood writer-producer, providing valuable advice on how to make a movie from start to finish. From developing your idea to getting feedback from experts, building your tribe and gaining distribution, this video contains valuable advice for new filmmakers and will inspire you to "just do it" and produce your film.

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 Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

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 *More About This Episode* Your Key to Filmmaking Success: Expert Advice from Hollywood Writer-Producer Alexandra Boylan
New Filmmakers need to hear this! Phil Cooke welcomes Hollywood writer-producer Alexandra Boylan to share the keys to filmmaking that have helped her produce eight feature films. 

About Alexandra Boylan: Alexandra Boylan is a dynamic award-winning filmmaker, writer, producer, and actress who has been trailblazing through Hollywood for nearly two decades. Born and raised in Massachusetts, Boylan is known for her fearless pursuit of meaningful content. In addition to her numerous acting credits, Alexandra co-created The Boylan Sisters Production Company, a successful film studio that focuses on faith-based, family-friendly content. Their first feature-length film, “Catching Faith” streamed on Netflix for two years and spawned a sequel, as well as paved the way for other critically acclaimed movies such as “The Greatest Inheritance” and “Switched.” Their latest venture, “Identity Crisis” also serves as the basis for a YA novel, which she is co- authoring with her sister and business partner Andrea.

Alexandra has previously published the widely regarded how-to guide entitled “Create Your Own Career in Hollywood: Advice from a Struggling Actress Who Became a Successful Producer” and is an active member of Women in Film Los Angeles.

 Find out more about Alexandrea:

• ·      Get her book, “Create Your Own Career in Hollywood” here: https://amzn.to/44MwTpe
• ·      Find out more about her films: The Boylan Sisters Films https://theboylansisters.com/
• ·      Watch “SWITCHED” https://switchedmovie.com
• ·      Watch “The Greatest Inheritance” https://greatestinheritance.com/

“Just do it... It’s okay if you don’t know something, as long as you’re willing to figure it out.” —Alexandra Boylan

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Tap into the potential of YouTube for your ministry or your next dream job! Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com welcomes YouTube expert Sean Cannell on this episode to explore YouTube tips and tricks to get more subscribers and grow your YouTube channel in 2023. Get expert advice on YouTube strategies plus the inspiration to lead in this powerful digital marketplace with video.

🎯 Discover the secrets to YouTube success with Sean Cannell's FREE on-demand webclass. Register today: https://courses.seancannell.com/a/2147510103/SiFjJA7i

Learn more about Sean's YouTube course Video Ranking Academy here: https://courses.seancannell.com/a/2147518609/SiFjJA7i

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Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

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*More About This Episode* How to Grow Your YouTube Channel with Sean Cannell, Think Media

Sean Cannell is an international speaker, coach, and prolific content creator. His mission is to help 10,000 purpose-driven people create a full-time living with YouTube. As the CEO of Think Media and host of the Think Media Podcast, he is one of today’s leading online video experts and the world’s most-watched YouTube strategist. 

Sean’s YouTube channels have over 2 million subscribers and his videos have been viewed over 150 million times. Sean has been featured in the “20 Must Watch YouTube Channels That Will Change Your Business” by Forbes.com. After growing a six-figure income as a “tech YouTuber,” he built an eight-figure online video education company that he runs today.

Find out more: https://seancannel.com

*Get Sean’s book “YouTube Secrets” here: https://amzn.to/44BVyNe

Watch Think Media YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThinkMediaTV

Listen to the Think Media Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-think-media-podcast/id1492533163

The Perfect Video Recipe for YouTube
The perfect video recipe to grow your YouTube channel begins with understanding what your audience is interested in. What’s on people’s minds? It’s about being current, relevant, and understanding the zeitgeist. Whoever understand the viewer best wins!

Here’s Sean’s Perfect Video Recipe:

·      The Big Idea: The topic, title, thumbnail

Topic: Choose the right topic at the right time. What’s on people’s minds? What are they searching for?

Title: What is your video actually about? For example, what is your sermon series on Elijah about? Courage? God’s provision? Title your video to answer the questions people are asking on YouTube.

·      The Hook

The opening few seconds (or first few minutes) of your video should hook the viewer. Create curiosity or tension, tease what’s coming up, build credibility and get the audience bought in to watch more.

·      The Content

Be brief. Be bright. Be fun. Be done.

·      The Transition

Rather than letting the viewer know the video is ending, transition to another video. Agitate the next problem, provoke interest in the next thing, point them to more content on your channel.

“If we commit to continuous learning, we’ll definitely be able to create an edge in publishing video and media.” —Sean Cannell

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Creativity is collaboration! It takes effective communication skills for leaders and creatives to work well together. In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com interviews coach, consultant and executive pastor Ben Stapley, (The Life Christian Church) on ways to build positive work relationships that will advance your career and make each project the best it can be.

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 *More About This Episode* Effective Communication Skills for Leaders and Creatives: Interview—Ben Stapley, Executive Pastor, The Life Christian Church

Communications professionals—pastors, leaders, communication directors, filmmakers and church creative teams—will gain the skills for effective communication that leads to positive creative collaboration.

Topics include helps for leaders, pastors, church communication and media teams, and filmmakers:

• Communication skills for leaders and creatives to communicate more effectively
• Leadership skills for leading creative teams
• How to give and receive notes to make the project better
• How to hire the best people for a project
• How to be a great person for a project
• Why your church communication director is more important than ever
• Inspiration and encouragement for creative professionals

 “Be gracious towards yourself. Art flourishes with diminished stress levels...You’re the only person who can speak creatively into the world with what you’ve been given.” —Ben Stapley

 “Your people skills are more important than the skills it takes to do the job.”— Phil Cooke

 About Ben Stapley
For over twenty years Ben has created and captured moving and memorable moments for individuals, non-profits & corporations across the globe. He has served on the executive team of multiple megachurches including Christ Fellowship Miami and Liquid Church. He currently serves as the Executive Pastor at The Life Christian Church leading staff and volunteers to execute the vision and mission of the church. Ben also coaches individuals, consults for churches and speaks at conferences about leadership, communication and creativity.

Visit https://BenStapley.com/coach  for a free 30 minute consultation.

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Level up your voice acting career! If you’ve ever considered voice over work, Phil Cooke’s interview with voice artist Joel Weldon will give you the confidence you need to start! With a long-term professional career in film, television and commercial voice over and narration, Joel offers tips on developing vocal range, warming up, stretching your voice muscle, and working with directors for your best work. And, if you’re a new director, he includes techniques you can use to help VO talent produce the sound you’re looking for.

As a highly respected voice coach, Joel has worked with actors, major network executives, public speakers, ministry leaders, musicians, and politicians. The tips he shares in this interview will help anyone expand the effectiveness of your voice.

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Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get bonus resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/

#Audiobook available now! Take “Ideas on a Deadline” with you on your commute or morning jog. Read by Phil Cooke, it’s like a masterclass on creativity. Available on Audible here: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE

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 Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

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Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

*More About This Episode* Voice Acting: Interview with Voice Artist Joel Weldon
About Joel Weldon
The voice acting talent of Joel Weldon is heard all around the globe every single day. With current national clients such as Ford Motor Company, Carl's Jr/Hardee's, Caterpillar, FOX Sports, NASCAR, and Harvest Crusades with Greg Laurie, he's a working professional sharing from deep personal experience.

He performed his first commercial voiceover role for a lone Toyota dealer in Washington State 20 years ago. Since then, having brought thousands of real world projects to life with his voice, he's now recognized as a top-tier SAG voice actor and VO instructor in Los Angeles.

Joel is also a highly respected coach to public speakers, business execs, and ministry leaders, having coached the likes of Desiring God Ministries, Rocket Mortgage Corp, and major network execs, musicians, and politicians who prefer anonymity. As the founder of Empower Your Platform and the TrueYou® Speaking Method, his passion for human communication spills over into every connection, whether virtual online or in person.

When not performing VO, you'll most likely find him at the beach in Southern California with his family or leading music for his church community. "Your Voice is Your Superpower"

Listen to Joel Weldon’s voice acting reel and find out more at www.joelweldonvoices.com
Check out Joel’s coaching and courses for voice actors and speakers: www.empoweryourplatform.com

Phil Cooke welcomes author and leadership consultant Brian Dodd to the podcast to discuss his latest book, “Mighty: 7 Skills You Need to Move from Pandemic to Progress.” As a senior consultant for INJOY Stewardship Solutions founded by John Maxwell, Dodd offers insight for pastors, ministry and business leaders. If you’re ready to elevate your leadership skills, this interview will equip you to approach your position with greater faith and wisdom. 

Get Phil’s Unique: The Ultimate Planner for Creative Professionals here: https://www.philcooke.com/unique-creative-planner/

Available now with your generous gift to support the mission of The Influence Lab. Find out more here: https://influencelab.com/donate ) 

Please like, rate and share this episode! 

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get bonus resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/

 #Audiobook available now! Take “Ideas on a Deadline” with you on your commute or morning jog. Read by Phil Cooke, it’s like a masterclass on creativity. Available on Audible here: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE  

Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

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New episodes are uploaded on Wednesdays. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live. 

*Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture*
Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

 Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:
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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

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Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

*More About This Episode* Leadership Success Skills: An Interview with Best-Selling Author Brian Dodd
So many people lost loved ones, opportunities, financial resources, careers, time, and much, much more during the pandemic. The worst thing many people lost was hope. Brian Dodd’s new book, “Mighty: 7 Skills You Need to Move from Pandemic to Progress” offers leaders a new vision for the future with improved leadership skills to move towards it. 

About Brian Dodd— Best-Selling Leadership Author, Blogger, Podcaster, and Ministry Consultant
Brian Dodd currently serves as the Senior Consultant for INJOY Stewardship Solutions, where he helps churches fully fund their mission and vision for their church. He also writes a leadership blog, entitled Brian Dodd on Leadership. Brian states the goal for the site is “to take everyday life experiences we all have and process them in the light of leadership.” He is constantly updating the site with blog posts and e-books that are all leadership focused. 

Dodd’s site is consistently viewed by some of the greatest leaders in the industry and over the past fifteen years, the readership of his website has grown to more than 70,000 per month. Brian has authored several additional books, including “2021: The Year in Leadership,” “Timeless: 10 Enduring Practices of Apex Leaders,” “10 Indispensable Practices of the 2-Minute Leader,” and Brian’s newest book, “Mighty: 7 Skills You Need to Move from Pandemic to Progress” available on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/43JynQc 

Follow Brian Dodd: https://briandoddonleadership.com

Email: briand@injoystewardshipsolutions.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InjoyStewardshipSolutions

Twitter: https://twitter.com/briankdodd

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iss_injoy/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/injoy-stewardship-solutions/

Are you obsessing over social media analytics? Using social media as your megaphone? Most of us are involved in social media at some level, whether you’re a leader, business executive, pastor or professional social media content creator. In an effort to help all of us do better on social media, here are my five pet peeves about social media content creators.

Please like, rate and share this episode!

Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking” Order today and get bonus resource materials to instantly elevate your creativity. https://www.philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline/

#Audiobook available now! Take “Ideas on a Deadline” with you on your commute or morning jog. Read by Phil Cooke, it’s like a masterclass on creativity. Available on Audible here: https://adbl.co/3QoD7DE

Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056

Prefer video? Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Get More Great Advice https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

New episodes are uploaded every other Wednesday. Make sure to Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live.

*Helping leaders navigate their calling and career in today’s distracted media-driven culture*

Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood producer and media consultant, I offer advice for leaders and creatives each week on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production – and the faith to take you from where you are to where you want to be in your career.

Other Great Resources: Sign up for my blog and get immediate access to a free download that will inspire your creative leadership at https://www.philcooke.com

Follow me:

Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcookepage/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1

Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

*More About This Episode* My Top 5 Pet Peeves about Social Media Content Creators

1. Obsessing with analytics

Analytics can be important, but it’s also important to consider content quality. What’s the story you’re trying to tell? What’s your message and the audience you’re trying to reach?

2. Using social media as a megaphone

Are you having a one-way conversation? Social media is social! It’s a two-way conversation.

3. Not knowing how to tell a story

Do you know how to tell an engaging story? As a social media creator, take the time to learn how to tell effective stories to better engage your audience.

4. Playing it too safe

There is such a thing as confrontational creativity! We need to be more provocative about what we’re posting. Ask tough questions that force people to think differently. Learn how to push the envelope just a little bit!

5. Not having a real, genuine, authentic, and unique voice

Cut through the “noise” by having a unique and authentic voice. The more you narrow your niche down, the bigger the audience you have a potential of reaching.

What you post on social media matters. Your voice can impact today’s culture in positive ways.

For more about social media, read “Should Christians be Snarky on Social Media?” here: https://www.philcooke.com/should-christians-be-snarky-on-social-media/