The fastest way to get burned is to hire someone before knowing why.

We’ve developed the Story Strategy Session to meet with leadership teams to find alignment on why you need video, and offer the strongest video concepts to solve the biggest problems you’re facing.

The best part? You’ll save time, money, and stress. Guaranteed.

In February 2023, I signed up to attend the “Let Her Lead” program’s inaugural “Legacy” event. 

At the time, I had spent years trying to build and launch a video service called “legacy videos” for families, which had gotten 0 traction in the market and had me on the brink of giving up.

I was desperate for a sign and hoped that legacy was something others actually cared about.

So when I saw that Catherine Porth, founder of Let Her Speak, was hosting a LEGACY event for WOMEN, I made sure I had a seat in the room.

If you're in a crowded space, it’s not just about being good. It’s about standing out.

This is where Brand Storytelling can serve your organization. 

You need great video content but your budget is limited - right now it’s just you and your phone.

Is quality video possible?

Yes!

A well-crafted video isn’t just another piece of content. It’s a way to connect with your audience, grow trust, and build a culture. You don’t have to do everything all at once. Start with one or two videos that align with your goals, see the results, and continue from there. The key is consistency. If you’re showing up regularly with valuable, engaging videos, you’ll develop connections with your audience.

“It’s not a glamorous journey. It’s excruciatingly humbling. It requires digging deep and getting out of bed before your friends because of the volume of things on your plate to do that day. It looks like raising your hand and offering to do the dirty, nasty, unseen work. It means tightening your belt in uncomfortable areas and getting creative and resourceful. It is not an easy journey, and no one who gives up gets there. But those who are relentless, persistent, and hungry will overcome incredible things and they will reach where they want to go.” - Jonathan Trentham

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You have a legacy.

That’s probably not the first thought you have every morning when your feet hit the floor and you’re stumbling to the bathroom, but you do!

No matter your age, experience, income level, or beliefs, you are building a legacy.

Let’s debunk some myths you might be believing about legacy storytelling.

I think one reason may be that deep down, we know that good storytelling requires us to look deeply at ourselves, and beyond ourselves. Sometimes that can be painful, or cause us to feel things we’d rather not feel. But sometimes, with the right perspective, it can be a great gift.

I’m on a journey to dive into this book, to learn more about story and art, and share it with you.

…but then I came across a photo of my dull, unimpressive camera setup that pierced my heart - a setup I used to tell the story that means more to me than probably any story that I’ll ever tell.

Sherwood Media is coming to film, and we are so excited to give you a production experience that is empowering, efficient, and fun!

Here is some general information about what you can expect when we come to film you.

“So, what can we do with this video (besides post to their website and share on social media)?”

Meaning, how could the impact of this video be maximized?

Usually, I defer to the marketing person on the team.

But because I believe this is an important question to consider, let’s pretend that this person just took a bite of a delicious cookie. And I had to say something to fill the silence.

…I figured just thinking about it was enough to “file it away.”

Surely I would remember later. Surely I wouldn’t forget.

But I did forget.

I have no way to go back and re-capture that moment. He doesn’t remember what he said, and even if he did, he wouldn’t say it exactly how he did originally.

So how do you begin documenting your story, of the story of someone you love?

I used to think that professionalism had to look a certain way.

Corporate, black or grey, button-down, polyester.

My first interview in high school or college where I bought a cheap two-piece woman-suit from Goody's for an internship I was applying for. It was itchy and uncomfortable, but that's what professionals wore, right?

I faked confidence and answered all the questions with what I thought they wanted to hear.

And I got the job.

If telling our stories were as easy as picking up a drive-through chicken sandwich for lunch, we’d all be doing it, right?

But I’ve not met many people who have started and finished telling their story - whether that be in book form, or with a legacy video.

Why is that?

Remembering an entire lifetime of facts, emotion, and pulling it together in a way that connects with others to read or watch it is a monumental task. Especially on your own.

When it comes to preserving your "life story," many people wrestle with the choice between writing a book or creating a video. Both mediums offer a lasting "legacy," but they also come with distinct challenges and benefits. So, which is easier and more effective for sharing your life story and creating a legacy?

Confidence is the key to feeling like yourself on camera. When you're confident on camera, you're not trying to be someone you're not; you're being yourself, and that authenticity is magnetic. Here are our best tips for overcoming the dread and leaning into your confidence on camera!

Whether your grandparent is an amazing conversationalist and you always feel loved and connected when you’re together, or you wish you enjoyed time with your grandparent, but right now it’s a struggle, these questions and conversation prompts are for you.

In this one-hour training, I’ll share with you my secrets for creating videos that accomplish your goals and make you proud. This training is geared more toward businesses, but the concepts I share could apply to family legacy videos and non-profits as well.