This is Why 90% of Filmmakers Donโ€™t Succeed @LucForsyth
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How can filmmakers succeed in a highly competitive industry? There are plenty of factors that determine success in this business, but 90% of filmmakers out there are ignoring the basics - and itโ€™s holding them back. In this video weโ€™ll dive into dead 2 simple steps that will put you ahead of the pack.

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CHAPTERS

0:00 - Intro
0:45 - The story of two filmmakers
2:50 - Why taking action is the only thing that matters
4:12 - Prove your interest by consistently doing projects
5:25 - Real world example
7:13 - My personal experience
8:16 - A word from out sponsor
9:26 - Itโ€™s not what you know, itโ€™s who you know
11:31 - An example of my latest networking email
13:54 - Final thoughts


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