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Phil Cooke PodcastHow to Start Conversations about Jesus – Interview with Evangelist J.JohnIf you’ve ever felt awkward sharing the gospel, join media executive Phil Cooke in this insightful and entertaining conversation with J.John, internationally known evangelist, speaker, and author, as they explore how to effectively share the Gospel and make disciples in a modern, digital world. In this interview, you'll gain actionable advice on: · How to share the Gospel without feeling awkward · Why many churches avoid evangelism—and how to change that · How to be intentional in witnessing: praying, caring, and sharing · What it means to live out your calling as an evangelist 2025-06-1745 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Maximize a Brainstorming Session | Interview with Executive Pastor Ben StapleyHow do you lead a creative brainstorming session that produces results? Join Phil Cooke in this Part 2 interview with Executive Pastor Ben Stapley as we discuss how to implement and maximize a brainstorming session in a church or ministry setting. Plus, find out the difference between a church communications director and media director and who your first three hires should be as your church grows. Includes creative leadership tips on team building! Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ G...2025-06-0345 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow PTZ Cameras Are Transforming Worship Services | Bryan Bailey, Director of Media, PrestonwoodAre you considering PTZ cameras for your church worship service? Join Phil Cooke and Bryan Bailey, Director of Media at Prestonwood Baptist Church, to explore how one of the nation’s leading churches is leveraging PTZ robotic cameras to transform church worship experiences. Whether you're a church media director, on a media team, or training volunteers, this behind-the-scenes conversation is packed with practical and spiritual insights to help you: · Integrate PTZ camera technology for smooth, multi-angle worship production · Lead and empower volunteer teams with clarity and confidence · Develop a ministry-focuse...2025-05-2043 minPhil Cooke PodcastLiving the Dream – Faith-Based Documentary Filmmaking with Ryan Grow | Lifeway Films Are you passionate about Christian storytelling and dreaming of a career in faith-based filmmaking? Join media executive Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com and Ryan Grow, Executive Producer and Head of Lifeway Films, for a powerful and practical conversation that dives deep into the world of Christian movies and documentary filmmaking. From pitching your first project to navigating story structure and the unique challenges of faith-driven media, Ryan shares industry insights, personal stories, and what it truly takes to create films that impact both hearts and culture. Learn how filmmakers can bridge the gap between church and cinema—an...2025-05-0631 minPhil Cooke PodcastCreative Ways to Transform Your Church Worship | Interview with Executive Pastor Ben StapleyChurch doesn’t have to be boring! In this interview, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com talks with Executive Pastor Ben Stapley of Zarephath Christian Church to uncover creative, practical ways to revitalize your worship experience. Whether you're running a traditional or contemporary church service, these creative strategies will boost engagement, improve sermon retention, and help your congregation connect with God on a deeper level. 👉 Watch now and transform your creative career!Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tips on creative leadership. Enjoying the content? 🌟 Show your support with a Super Thanks below! Your contr...2025-04-1542 minPhil Cooke PodcastTechnology, Theology, & the Heart of Church Media Production| Interview with Will Chapman What does it take to thrive in church media ministry? Join Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com for an inspiring conversation with Will Chapman, Online Minister at Cottonwood Creek Church and seasoned media director. Gain valuable insights on church media leadership, team building, communication, and the use of AI for church teams that can help you build an impactful media ministry within your church. 🔥 What You’ll Learn:✅ Bridging the gap between pastors and media teams for better communication✅ Building and training a volunteer media team (why students make the best camera operators!)✅ Maximizing church technology—from lighting design to AI...2025-04-0140 minPhil Cooke PodcastInside Reality TV and Game Show Careers: Interview | Showrunner Sean Kelly & Editor Matthew McCartieEver wondered how reality TV and game show careers work behind the scenes? In this interview, showrunner-producer Sean Kelly and editor-producer Matthew McCartie with host Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com dive into the fascinating world of television production, sharing insider secrets about working on reality shows, game shows, and the creative process behind some of your favorite unscripted television programs, like Shark Tank, Biggest Loser, and Big Brother. If you're aspiring to break into the industry as a producer, editor, or showrunner, this video offers valuable insights from industry veterans. Find out how to break into a...2025-03-1849 minPhil Cooke PodcastUnlock the Power of Improv! Acting, Team Building & Communication with Kelsey Cooke and Chris GuerraImprov is not just for actors! Find out how improvisation skills can elevate your ability to land on your feet in any situation as Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com interviews Kelsey Cooke and Chris Guerra of thisishardtoread Productions and Oddity Improv. Together, they break down the values of improv classes for spontaneity, team collaboration, self-confidence, speaking skllls and for boosting creativity in any environment. Join Chris and Kelsey as they share how improv can change the way you communicate, build teams, and approach creative challenges. 👉 Watch now and transform your creative career! Don't forget to like...2025-03-0433 minPhil Cooke PodcastBest Practices for Using Drones, Cable Cameras and Jibs in ChurchDrone cameras, cable cameras (Spidercams) and jibs are showing up more and more in church services. Are they enhancing the worship experience or distracting the congregation? Church media consultant Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares best practices for church media directors and production teams on introducing new technology while capturing God-moments in meaningful ways. 👉 Watch now to gain skills in creative leadership. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 👉 New MasterclassesChurch on Trial—Crisis Management with Phil Cooke https...2025-02-1814 minPhil Cooke PodcastWhat Kind of Church Media Director Do I Need?Media matters! Even if you’re a small church or nonprofit, a qualified church media team can help you get your message out in a more impactful way. If you’re wondering where to start and who to hire first, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares detailed information on roles, qualifications and even pay scale to help you build a dynamic media team. Excellence matters, and having the right person in the right role for a tech person, media director and media consultant will help you make your media ministry a success. 👉 Watch now to gain skills in cris...2025-02-0414 minPhil Cooke PodcastWeather the Storm – Crisis Management Training for Churches and Nonprofits with Phil CookeA crisis does not have to break your church or nonprofit organization. In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers an overview of crisis management based on his book and masterclass titled, “Church on Trial: How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis.” Find out how to failsafe your ministry from a crisis with leadership tips on vetting employees, creating a healthy work culture, developing a crisis plan, and offering your employees crisis management training. A crisis can be an opportunity to strengthen your church to weather the storm. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and t...2025-01-1435 minPhil Cooke PodcastMaking Creative Changes – Releasing Creative Control | Creative Leadership Tips 💡Leading creative teams and managing projects often means balancing your artistic vision with the needs of clients, audiences, or stakeholders. In this video, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com dives deep into how to release creative control while staying true to your creativity and navigating the demands of business culture. Whether you’re a young creative or an experienced leader, understanding the dynamics of collaboration is essential. From graphic design to filmmaking, creativity is often a team effort, and releasing creative control is often part of the process. 💡 Includes Pro Tips for leading creative teams. Get your...2024-11-2008 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Produce the BEST Christmas Pageant ever! Behind the Scenes of a Successful Church ProgramHow early is too early to plan your church Christmas pageant or program? In this episode, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares the “best of” Christmas podcasts for church media directors, choir directors and their teams to produce the best Christmas pageant or program ever! Go behind the scenes of the “The Gift of Christmas” stunning multi-media event as Phil interviews Prestonwood Church creative leaders Michael Neale, Andy Pearson, and Bryan Bailey to discuss the mindset, collaboration and planning of a successful church Christmas program. Then, get Phil’s nine-point church media checklist to help your team produce a holiday prog...2024-11-0629 minPhil Cooke PodcastCrisis Response: Phil Cooke Shares Crisis Management Strategies on The 700 ClubIs your church prepared for a crisis? In this 700 Club Interactive show, host Andrew Knox sits down with Phil Cooke, author of “Church on Trial” https://philcooke.com/crisis to discuss ways churches can effectively respond to a crisis while staying true to the organization’s core mission. Phil offers a proactive and comprehensive approach to crisis management to help leaders respond appropriately to victims and perpetrators while strengthening the church for the future. 👉 Listen now to gain skills in crisis management.Find out more about CBN and The 700 Club here: https://www2.cbn.com/ NEW MASTER...2024-10-0214 minPhil Cooke PodcastPhil Cooke's CRISIS MANAGEMENT Strategy for Churches – The 700 Club InterviewShocking scandals, sudden emergencies – church leaders face all sorts of unpredictable challenges. In this episode of The 700 Club, host Ashley Key interviews Phil Cooke, author of “Church on Trial – How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission and Reputation During a Crisis.” https://philcooke.com/crisis In today’s digital culture, the opportunities for crises in a church or organization are amplified. Knowing how to respond quickly and appropriately is critical. Cooke states, “It’s not if a crisis will happen; it’s when a crisis will happen.” His latest book, “Church on Trial,” offers church leaders the tools they need to manage the...2024-09-1813 minPhil Cooke PodcastPublic Speaking: Tips for Leading a Short DevotionalHave you been asked to present a short motivational speech or inspirational devotional before an event? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers five tips to make it memorable! Opening a conference or gathering is an honor. It can be a powerful catalyst for both the audience and your career. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ NEW BOOK! “Church on Trial – How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis”With the recent highly publicized stories of promine...2024-06-1914 minPhil Cooke Podcast3 Types of Bad Bosses and How to Deal with Them Dealing with a bad boss can make your workplace feel like a battleground. If you’re trying to survive a toxic work environment, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers creative and positive ways to deal with the Micromanaging Boss, the Inconsiderate Boss, and the Unsupportive Manager. Bonus: Phil shares 5 tips to survive a difficult boss! Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ **NEW BOOK! “Church on Trial – How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis”With the recent...2024-06-0519 minPhil Cooke PodcastPublic Speaking Tips: 6 Tools to Help You Get Hired as a SpeakerAccelerate your career! Becoming a skilled public speaker can open doors and advance your career quickly as you position yourself as an expert. If you’re serious about speaking, Phil Cooke’s https://philcooke.com list of six tools that a conference planner needs can help you get hired as a speaker. The easier you make it for the people who can book you for an event, the better your chances of getting selected. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 2024-05-1518 minPhil Cooke PodcastI've Failed. Now What?How do you deal with rejection? What do you do after a failure? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers five “next steps” that can be the key to moving past failure and on to success in your career. If you’re in business, media production or content creation – and especially if you’re in the film industry as a filmmaker, actor or writer – you’ll gain new resiliency to help you bounce back from failure and secure your future. Includes bonus tips on having a day job while working towards your dream job. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform...2024-05-0116 minPhil Cooke PodcastSkills to Succeed in the Film Industry - Interview: Sommerly Simser, Film Production Finance, NetflixJumpstart your career in Hollywood! If you’re looking for a job in LA or New York, Phil Cooke’s https://philcooke.com interview with Sommerly Simser will help you succeed in the film industry. Highlighted as a new leader to watch in Variety Magazine, Sommerly has gone from assistant to associate in Hollywood and now works in Feature Film Production Finance at Netflix. Find out how to get your first job in LA, navigate interviews with skill, make quality industry connections, and apply your faith as a Christian in Hollywood. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your...2024-04-2436 minPhil Cooke PodcastWhy You Should Consider a Ghostwriter to Write Your Book | Interview with Jordan Loftis, Story ChorusIs there a book inside you, but you don’t know where to start? Maybe it’s time to consider a ghostwriter! Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com welcomes writer and ghostwriter Jordan Loftis to explore book writing options and a strategic publishing process that can help pastors, leaders, and Christian entrepreneurs go from “idea to impact.” Founder of Story Chorus, Jordan shares what it’s like to work with a ghostwriter, the importance of sharing your origin story, and the impact you can have for generations to come. There’s somebody out there that needs to hear your story! Get m...2024-04-0330 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Remove the Elephant in the Room (Without Losing Your Job)Are there issues in your ministry or organization that everybody knows about but nobody talks about? It’s time to address the elephant in the room and build towards a healthier work culture. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers six effective strategies to be part of the solution without losing your job. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ Get my book “One Big Thing: Discovering What You Were Born to Do” https://amzn.to/2M2maTr Get my...2024-03-2010 minPhil Cooke PodcastCreating Sharable Sermons: An Evangelistic Approach to Online Preaching with David Murrow 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. 🔗 Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ ...2024-03-0635 minPhil Cooke PodcastPublic Speaking Techniques: How to Get Invited to Speak at ConferencesPublic 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. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ Get my new book: “Ideas on a D...2024-02-2116 minPhil Cooke PodcastEvangelism and Reaching Gen Z | Dr. Billy Wilson, President, Oral Roberts UniversityEvangelism 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 yo...2024-02-0735 minPhil Cooke PodcastFrom Average to Extraordinary: The Two Levels of Success for Creative CareersAre 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 Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadl...2024-01-1707 minPhil Cooke PodcastEmmy Award Winning Film and Television Producer – Interview with Howard KazanjianWith 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: “Id...2024-01-0334 minPhil Cooke PodcastThe Kindness Factor: Greg Atkinson on Transforming Your Church Guest ServicesHow 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 creat...2023-11-0133 minPhil Cooke PodcastMaximize Your Church Services with a Hybrid Experience – Interview with Producer/Author Jason MooreSince 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. Get Jason’s book “BOTH/AND: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences for In-Person and Online Engagement" here: https://amzn.to/48XX929 Please li...2023-10-1837 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Discover Your Creative Genius – Interview with Lead Strategist Dawn Baldwin, MavericksIt’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. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get free resources from Dawn Baldwin and Maver...2023-10-0441 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Stage a Spectacular Church Christmas Event: Interview with Prestonwood Church Creatives 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 C...2023-08-1647 minPhil Cooke PodcastYour Key to Filmmaking Success: Expert Advice from Hollywood Writer-Producer Alexandra BoylanIf 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. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my book “One Big Thing—Discovering What You Were Created to Do” here: ...2023-08-0238 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Grow Your YouTube Channel with Sean Cannell, Think MediaTap 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: ht...2023-07-1944 minPhil Cooke PodcastEffective Communication Skills for Leaders and Creatives: Interview—Ben Stapley, Executive PastorCreativity 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. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my planner: “Unique: The Ultimate Planner for Creative Professionals” https://amzn.to/2M2ixNo(As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us t...2023-07-0544 minPhil Cooke PodcastVoice Acting: Interview with Voice Artist and Coach Joel WeldonLevel 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...2023-06-2137 minPhil Cooke PodcastLeadership Skills Beyond the Pandemic: Interview with Author Brian Dodd 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 Inf...2023-06-0738 min
Phil Cooke PodcastHollywood and the Bible: Love or Hate Relationship?Does Hollywood love or hate the Bible? Referencing Hollywood filmmakers Martin Scorsese (Silence), David Putnam (Chariots of Fire) and Mel Gibson (The Passion of the Christ), Phil Cooke explores the history of the Bible in cinema and the unique relationship Hollywood has with the Bible. If you’re an aspiring Christian filmmaker or someone who wants to impact the films coming out of Hollywood, stay tuned for Phil’s five tips to engage culture with movies that share the gospel in an authentic way. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my...2023-03-0725 minPhil Cooke PodcastHollywood Interview: Nickelodeon Animator Butch Hartman and Producer Julieann HartmanAre you an aspiring animator? Dreaming of a career in Hollywood? In Phil Cooke’s interview with animator Butch Hartman (Nickelodeon’s “The Fairly Odd Parents,” “Danny Phantom,” “T.U.F.F. Puppy”) with co-producer and writer (and wife), Julieann Hartman, you’ll gain an inside look at what it takes to succeed in Hollywood, the benefits of proof of concept videos, how to move forward after failure and more! Plus, find out what the Hartman’s are producing now for Christian kids animation with their new Christian cartoon “The Garden” available on Pure Flix and Yippee TV. Please like...2023-02-0732 minPhil Cooke PodcastOpportunity Leadership: Stop Planning and Start Getting Results Interview - Dr. Roger ParrottAre you overthinking your long-term goals and missing your God-given opportunities? In this interview Phil Cooke talks with author Dr. Roger Parrott about his new book, “Opportunity Leadership – Stop Planning and Start Getting Results.” Find out how to measure opportunities for your best match and facilitate the ability to respond quickly. 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/ideasonadead...2023-01-1031 minPhil Cooke PodcastI've Failed, What's Next: Gaining Resiliency in Your CareerFailure can knock you down or it can help you gain resiliency in your career. If you’ve failed in your career, family or relationships, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers 5 tips to help you pick yourself up and step towards success. Many of your ideas are going to fail; in fact, if you’re not failing on a regular basis, you’re not pushing the envelope very hard. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my new book: “Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking...2022-12-0612 minPhil Cooke Podcast10 Proven Tips to Be Creative on DemandStruggling to meet deadlines? Break the myth of the eureka moment with Phil Cooke’s 10 tips for being creative on demand. These proven techniques will ramp up your creativity, whether you are a filmmaker, director, writer, pastor, teacher or coach! Find out how to deliver breakthrough ideas when you need them most. 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/idea...2022-07-0629 minPhil Cooke PodcastSelf-Publishing a Book – Interview with John Mason, Insight Publishing GroupDo you have a dream to write and publish a book? Are you wondering how to self-publish a book – or are you considering traditional publishing or a hybrid model? Phil Cooke interviews John Mason, founder and president of Insight Publishing Group to discuss the book publishing process, the changing publishing industry, and the best way to get your story out there as an author. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my new book: Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You ...2022-02-1642 minPhil Cooke PodcastRecapture Your Church Vision for an Effective Outreach StrategyDo you have a vision to impact your community? You can develop an effective outreach strategy if you know the strengths and talents of your congregation. Phil Cooke helps you discover ways to mobilize your people for a mission outreach that will help you fulfill your church vision in a unique way. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my new book: Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You https://influencematters.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advic...2022-02-0210 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Write a Memoir: Interview with Philip YanceyHave you ever wondered how to write your memoir? In Phil Cooke’s interview with best-selling Christian author Philip Yancey, you’ll explore the steps he went through in writing his memoir titled “Where the Light Fell.” Discover the best point of view to write from, what events to include and even what events not to include as you write your life story in this insightful interview. https://philcooke.com Please like, rate and share this episode! Follow Philip Yancey Website: https://philipyancey.com Writing: https://philipyancey.com/writin...2022-01-0539 minPhil Cooke PodcastGet Your Talent Noticed – 5 Tips to Advance Your CareerGot talent or great ideas that are not being noticed? Here’s 5 tips from Phil Cooke to get your talent noticed and advance your career. https://philcooke.com It all starts with believing in yourself and the calling on your life. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my new book: Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You https://influencematters.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.c...2021-05-2613 minPhil Cooke PodcastReinvent Yourself: 10 Steps to Change Your Life or CareerHave you ever wanted to reinvent yourself? In this episode Phil Cooke outlines ten steps you can take to change your life and discover the one big thing God has created you to do. https://philcooke.com Especially in these post-pandemic days, now is time to be intentional about changing careers and your mindset for a major reinvention of your life. It’s never too late! Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my new book: Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and Yo...2021-04-2831 minPhil Cooke PodcastPublic Relations and Crisis Management for Leaders: Interview with A. Larry RossEver wonder how to gain positive publicity for your ministry, book or film project? In Phil Cooke’s interview with senior public relations strategist A. Larry Ross, you’ll find out how to navigate public relations to gain media coverage while understanding the tactics for crisis management. Pastors and ministry leaders as well as filmmakers will benefit from the insight Phil and Larry share to get your story told in media. Please like, rate and share this episode! Get my new book: Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for Your...2021-04-1433 minPhil Cooke PodcastInterview with Susan Kroll, Emmy Award Winning NBC News Coordinating ProducerInterested in a career as a news producer? In this interview, Susan Kroll, 7-time Emmy Award-winning NBC News coordinating producer, shares with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com what it’s like to be a producer for national network news. In this very competitive field, Susan shares career tips to help you advance in a news job as well as what a day in the life of a news producer is like. Winner of the 2020 Peabody Award on assignment with Richard Engel, Susan Kroll has coordinated all onsite news network coverage for stories such as the San...2021-02-0338 minPhil Cooke PodcastCareer Advice: Inspiration and Action Steps to Finish Well in Your Creative Career or MinistryHollywood producer and media consultant Phil Cooke shares inspirational career advice and action steps for long term success in your career or ministry. https://philcooke.com Shared first at the 2019 O2 Network Conference at The Bridge Church Denton, this talk includes practical tips from successful people in the film and television industry as well as major ministry leaders to help you finish strong in what God has called you to do. Please Like, Favorite and Share this video! Get my new book: Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Digital Media Work for...2020-12-2334 minPhil Cooke Podcast8 Keys to Success for a Long-Term CareerDon’t derail your career! These keys to success from Phil Cooke will help you last the long term as a creative leader. https://philcooke.com Find out what makes people get off track and explore the ways you can finish well and inspire others. Whether you’re in media and communications, the film or television industry, these secrets gleaned from interviews with Hollywood studio executives, producers and directors will help you sustain your career. Please Like, Favorite and Share this video! Get my new book: Maximize Your Influence – How to Make Dig...2020-11-2535 minPhil Cooke PodcastFundraising for Emerging Ministries on Broadcast TV: Interview with Calvin SmithHow do you get on the radar and grow if you’re a small ministry or nonprofit? In this episode, Phil Cooke interviews Calvin Smith, Director of Lift Up Jesus, the TV and radio ministry of Shepherd Church and Pastor Dudley Rutherford. Find out the steps they took to grow from a local to a national media ministry that began with a fundraising campaign. https://philcooke.com Please Like, Favorite and Share this video! Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc...2020-10-1420 minPhil Cooke PodcastStaying Power: The Secrets to a Long and Successful CareerCareer changes have become commonplace in today’s volatile marketplace. Whether you’ve lost your job or are considering a job change, Phil Cooke offers tips to help you invest in yourself to have a successful career of your passion or calling. Bonus: if you have a creative career, you’ll especially appreciate Phil’s insight as a Hollywood producer and media consultant. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://y...2020-09-3029 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Zoom: Teaching Online ClassesCOVID has moved us into the online digital world for conferences, lectures, meetings and teaching. Whether you’re using Zoom or Bluejeans, the digital platform requires a different level of professionalism over in-person classes, lectures or preaching. Phil Cooke offers tips for teaching kids and adults for best engagement and success. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/VjztZDwcH5E Get my new book...2020-09-0225 minPhil Cooke PodcastSuccessful Online FundraisingWith COVID-19 restrictions in place, fundraising events are going online. Phil Cooke shares key tips on how to take your live physical fundraising event online. Your virtual fundraiser can be successful! https://philcooke.com Donate to The Influence Lab and get Phil’s new book! “Maximize Your Influence: How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, And You” is available for pre-order here: https://influencematters.com Find out more about The Influence Lab: https://influencelab.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leade...2020-08-1918 minPhil Cooke PodcastConfrontational CreativityDo your creative ideas make people think? Are you playing it safe instead of taking risks with your creativity? Phil Cooke offers 8 checkpoints to help you embrace your creative calling, with tips on meeting deadlines, brainstorming techniques, idea development and pitching. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/kqoBdaI_Roc Do you have a message or story the world needs to hea...2020-07-2922 minPhil Cooke PodcastBe Careful Hiring For-Profit Employees in the Non-Profit WorldHiring at your church or nonprofit organization? If you’re looking for a donor development or marketing person or even a media producer, hiring from the for-profit world or Hollywood may not be your best choice. Here’s insight from Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com that will help leaders hire well. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/Vt6fq7el9yg Do you have a...2020-07-0814 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Start a Nonprofit Organization or Ministry – Interview with Ann WhiteDo you feel called to ministry or to start a nonprofit? Phil Cooke https://philecooke.com interviews Ann White, founder of Courage for Life, to talk about her journey from idea to impactful ministry in just five years. Here’s how to take those first steps towards your nonprofit to launch something that could potentially change the world. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/51UCs7WcoN4 Fi...2020-06-2326 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Capture Your Creative Ideas: My Favorite Apps to Increase ProductivityEver think of a brilliant idea in the middle of the night – and forget it by morning? In a day when content is king, here’s Phil Cooke’s favorite apps and tools to help him capture ideas for better organization and increased productivity. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/KPdmTT5Yr9I Resources mentioned in this video: Captio http://captio.co...2020-05-2615 minPhil Cooke Podcast5 Techniques for Visual StorytellingStorytelling is important in today’s digital age and becoming a more visual storyteller can help you succeed in your career. Whether you’re a speaker, filmmaker or video marketer, Phil Cooke’s https://philcooke.com five storytelling techniques will help you share powerful story-driven media. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/R0RbYbe5wDE Do you have a message or story the world nee...2020-05-1218 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow the Digital World is Changing the Church – Interview with Aussie Dave AdamsonSocial media has become the new “front door” of the church – especially in the aftermath of the Coronavirus. In this interview, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com and Dave Adamson explore how churches can leverage social media and YouTube to pastor people and connect with their communities. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/0fZTqJfBH6A CONNECT WITH ME AT: Twitter: https://twitter.com/philcooke Fa...2020-04-2843 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Change Your Career After 50Changing careers at 50 and older can be a terrifying prospect. Whether you’ve been laid off or are taking the risk to move from a dead end job to your dream career, Phil Cooke offers a strategic plan to transition into a new career. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Get the book “One Big Thing: Discovering What You Were Born to Do” https://amzn.to/2M2maTr (As an Amazon Associate, I earn fr...2020-04-2113 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Lead Remote Workers During COVID-19 and Into the New NormalWorking remotely is the safe mode during the Coronavirus crisis and we may never go back to traditional ways of working. Phil Cooke offers 10 tips to help pastors and leaders succeed in what could become the new normal for churches, non-profits and businesses. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/OgQ-YTsH3pQ Do you have a message or story the world nee...2020-04-0723 minPhil Cooke PodcastChurch Online Webinar – Maximizing Your Online Worship ExperienceLive streaming is the new church mode with social distancing ordinances provoked by COVID-19. Phil Cooke offered this free live webinar to help pastors and their media and communications teams develop an online strategy that is effective and engaging for their congregations and communities. https://philcooke.com Joining Phil is his Cooke Media Group team including Dan Wathen, Executive Producer; Dawn Baldwin, Lead Strategist; Laura Woodworth, Development Executive; and Victoria Hansen, Production Coordinator. -Get Phil’s Special Report “Coronavirus and the Church: What Pastors Should Know About Live Streaming and Video https...2020-03-2653 minPhil Cooke PodcastHow to Maximize Your Livestreaming ServicesThe Coronavirus pandemic forced pastors to take livestreaming seriously. Phil Cooke shares important tips on how to livestream and maximize online engagement for pastors and their media teams. Free download at https://cookemediagroup.com/streaming or visit https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/BfaI-pWU3w0 Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? As a Hollywood pro...2020-03-1724 minPhil Cooke PodcastStephen Blake Interview: Hollywood Director of PhotographyIf you aspire to a career as a DP or cinematographer, Phil Cooke’s interview with Hollywood DP and producer Stephen Ashley Blake will take your career to a new level. https://philcooke.com Gain detailed information from these seasoned Hollywood professionals that will increase your skill level and help you maintain your integrity in Hollywood. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/hrB8f-_jckc 2020-01-2133 minPhil Cooke PodcastBillboards are Back! What Churches Can Learn from the New Advertising TrendBillboards are a powerful marketing strategy in today’s digital age. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares the story of how billboards created a front-page sensation when Joel Osteen took over Lakewood Church and how you can utilize it for your church or non-profit marketing. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here:https://youtu.be/DjSnJKR5FL4 Do you have a message or story the world needs to he...2020-01-0708 minPhil Cooke PodcastShun Lee Fong Interview – Moving to LA SuccessfullyConsidering moving to LA? Shun Lee Fong offers tips for actors and creatives for a successful move to Hollywood in this interview with Phil Cooke. https://philcooke.com As a lawyer, SAG-AFTRA actor, and director of the Hollywood-based Greenhouse Arts & Media, Shun Lee offers a unique Christian perspective to the film and television industry. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/FEaZg4L-kcc Do you have a...2019-12-1027 minPhil Cooke PodcastJonathan Bock Interview: Marketing Your MovieYou’ve made a movie… now what? Find out the marketing strategies that can help get your movie seen in this interview with marketing expert Jonathan Bock and Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com. Get an inside view on finding your audience, knowing how a Hollywood studio’s greenlight committee works, and how to create a success in the faith based realm of filmmaking. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be...2019-11-1238 minPhil Cooke PodcastClay Jacobsen Interview: Multi-Camera DirectingGame shows, live events and sporting events are often filmed with multi-cameras. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.cominterviews multi-camera director Clay Jacobsen who shares practical tips on how to capture a compelling experience on your next multi-cam gig. Bonus tips for church media directors in directing for the audience while directing for the IMAG screen. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here: https://youtu.be/Jx6cApJ_tdo Do...2019-10-0134 minPhil Cooke PodcastMy Rules for Attending MeetingsProductive meetings can happen if handled properly! Phil Cooke shares tips on how to conduct effective meetings and how to use meetings to your advantage. Bonus tips: How to attend other people’s meetings and advance your career to the next level. (If you’ve got an upcoming meeting at a Hollywood studio, a church, or with a client, watch for these extra pointers!) Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here:https...2019-09-0319 minPhil Cooke PodcastWhy Small Could be the Best Thing EverStarting small with your ministry, non-profit or entertainment company? It may be the best thing ever – and give you an advantage over larger organizations in today’s digital age. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.comshares why he believes small matters and how it can work towards your success. Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Prefer video? Watch the YouTube edition here:https://youtu.be/Y-03QVOxJPI Do you have a message or story the world n...2019-07-2321 minPhil Cooke PodcastBen Field Hillsong Interview: How to Fulfill Your Dreams in your Creative CareerBen Field shares his career path to Head of Film and Television for Hillsong Church in this interview with Phil Cooke. Fulfill your purpose in media with Ben’s insight on following your dreams, managing creative teams and building your skillset for film and television. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xdavyU-g1Mk Do you have a message or story the world needs...2019-06-1834 minPhil Cooke PodcastBuilding Teams: 5 Things Leaders Get WrongBuilding effective teams is an important leadership skill that many leaders get wrong. Here are my 5 key mistakes that are holding many leaders back from the amazing work their team is capable of. https://philcooke.com Subscribe to My Podcast for more good advice for leaders and creatives https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/phil-cooke-podcast/id1439369056 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 filmmaking, digital media, publishing, strategy, communication, le...2019-06-1120 minPhil Cooke PodcastThe Hospitality CultureGetting new visitors to church can be hard. Keeping them can be even harder. Phil Cooke helps pastors understand the importance of first impressions in an 8 second culture. Technology has dramatically changed the way we live. We live in an 8 second world where people are so distracted, they make decisions about people, churches and even pastors – within the first 4-8 seconds. For pastors, this means you must be intentional about training your teams and your people to create a culture of hospitality in your church. This involves focus on every level, from...2019-06-0409 minPhil Cooke PodcastLeading Creative People: Interview with Bobby GruenewaldPhil Cooke interviews Bobby Gruenewald about his concept of the “abundance mindset” that he applies in leading creative teams. Bobby serves as Pastor and Innovation Leader at Life.Church, a multisite church based in Oklahoma; and is the founder of the YouVersion Bible App with over 500 million unique downloads globally. He is passionate about exploring new ideas and finding practical ways to leverage them for the global Church. Quick takeaways from this interview… “The fruit [idea] is not my identity; my identity is in the Tree…This makes me very open to feedback...2019-05-2823 minPhil Cooke PodcastFaith and Hollywood: An interview with Dan RuppleCEO of Mastermedia International Dan Rupple shares insight into affecting Hollywood as well as tips for those considering a move to Los Angeles in this interview with Phil Cooke. Known by many as one of the founding members of the Christian comedy team Isaac Air Freight, Dan Rupple has over four decades of media experience as a respected producer, writer and speaker. His Hollywood experience includes ten years as supervising producer with CBS television (“The Price is Right,” “The Late Show with David Letterman”), plus serving as head of programming and development for five internet television...2019-04-1629 minPhil Cooke Podcast5 Keys to Successful Fundraising VideosDonor development and fundraising is critical for your non-profit organization to succeed. Phil Cooke shares five important keys to producing successful fundraising videos that can engage potential donors with your vision and encourage them to partner with you in the mission of your ministry. Hundreds of nonprofit organizations and religious ministries use fundraising videos to tell their story. It’s a powerful medium, and along with other projects, our team at Cooke Media Group produces fundraising and donor development videos for some of the largest nonprofits and ministries in the country. After...2019-04-0910 minPhil Cooke PodcastThe Power of Momentum to Advance Your CareerMomentum can catapult your career or leadership, particularly if you’re a creative professional. Phil Cooke shows you how to maximize it when it happens and how to make it work to advance your career. Few people really understand the power of momentum, and how to take advantage of it when it happens. Momentum is serendipitous – which means it happens outside of our control. But if and when it happens we need to recognize it and use it for our advantage. What is momentum? It may be winning an award that puts you...2019-04-0215 minPhil Cooke PodcastWriting for Television with Showrunner Dean Batali – Part 2Showrunner Dean Batali shares how to be a successful writer and producer for network television in this interview with Phil Cooke. With a long career in Hollywood, Dean is known for That ‘70’s Show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Good Witch, Ties That Bind, Nazareth, and Chonda Pierce: This Ain’t PrettyvilleTV movie. He’s also a co-writer of the book Watching TV Religiouslywrittenwith Kutter Callaway. In part two of this interview, Dean shares practical tips for writers wanting to break into television gleaned from his years of working in Hollywood in both film and TV. Find out...2019-03-2822 minPhil Cooke PodcastWriting for Television with Showrunner Dean BataliShowrunner Dean Batali shares how to be a successful writer and producer for network television in this interview with Phil Cooke. With a long career in Hollywood, Dean is known for That ‘70’s Show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Good Witch, Ties That Bind, Nazareth, and Chonda Pierce: This Ain’t PrettyvilleTV movie. He’s also a co-writer of the book Watching TV Religiouslywrittenwith Kutter Callaway. In this interview, he shares his story of breaking into Hollywood and offers tips for creatives interested in a career in film and television, plus specific helps for writers including getting y...2019-03-1921 minPhil Cooke PodcastStop Giving Advice to People Who Don’t Ask for ItEver offended someone by giving unsolicited advice? No matter how noble your intentions are, giving advice when it’s not asked for can backfire on you. Here’s Phil Cooke’s advice – on not giving advice! I’m embarrassed to say that it’s taken me most of my life to understand this, but it’s true. Except in very rare situations, giving people advice who haven’t asked for it just doesn’t work – no matter how noble your intentions. In fact, they will often be offended and your very relationship can be damaged. When m...2019-03-1207 minPhil Cooke PodcastLegal Issues for Filmmakers with Entertainment Attorney Sam CurpheyAre legal issues holding your film project or idea back? Phil Cooke interviews Hollywood-based entertainment attorney Sam Curphey about contracts, memos and other legal topics filmmakers must deal with. Sam Curphey represents producers, writers, directors, actors, rights holders, and on-screen and new media talent. He is a guest lecturer on entertainment legal topics at Act One and at Biola University and a member of the State Bar of California. He has been the production attorney for “Woodlawn” and “Mom’s Night Out” and other films and represents individual clients including YouTube stars Dude Perfect. T...2019-02-2626 minPhil Cooke Podcast7 Tips for a Great InterviewA podcast or media interview can impact your career in profound ways, offering the opportunity to share your expertise and enhance your reputation. Phil Cooke offers seven tips to help you be more articulate when your interview opportunity comes along. With the rise in popularity of podcasts, your chances of being interviewed are going way up! If you’re a designer, leader, filmmaker, teacher, coach – whatever you do, your reputation and credibility can be heightened by being able to articulate well. Here are Phil’s tips on how to do a great in...2019-02-1913 minPhil Cooke PodcastThe Damage Caused by Leaders Driven by EmotionAre your leadership skills hindered by your mood? Phil Cooke takes a hard look at how emotions impact and often damage a ministry or organization. How do you come in to work? Angry, happy, sad… Over years of coaching pastors and leaders of ministries and non-profits, Phil has seen the tragic consequences of leaders driven by emotion. You cannot project your emotions onto your team. If your mood changes from day to day or moment to moment, no one on your team knows how to respond to you. The standard of exce...2019-02-1206 minPhil Cooke PodcastShould your Church Live Stream?Will live streaming affect your church attendance? Phil Cooke consults many pastors and ministry leaders on navigating a changing media landscape, and one of the big changes is live streaming. If you’re hesitant about live streaming, here are a few big picture things to keep in mind: The church will always be a place where people engage.It’s so much more than listening to a sermon online; there will always be a place in people’s lives for attending an actual church. Streaming makes what God is do...2019-01-2911 minPhil Cooke PodcastFired after 40 – How to Recover Your CareerIf you’ve been fired after age 40 because of a lay-off or company downsizing, don’t panic. You have skills, experience and talent and you can recover your career. Here’s advice from Phil Cooke… If you get fired later in your career, here’s the first thing to do: Get up to speed on the world and do it fast. Recognize that while you’ve been living in a work bubble at your place of employment, the world has been changing. If you get fired or laid off, get up to speed quickly on te...2019-01-2213 min
Phil Cooke PodcastHow to Tell Your Story WellAre you able to tell your story well? Leaders and those who want to impact the lives of others should master the art of storytelling. Phil Cooke offers three critical keys to help you tell the defining story of your life more effectively. Telling your story is important and it can have a profound effect on others. Whether it’s motivating or encouraging, somebody needs to hear it. Make sure it’s the most effective story with these three critical keys to telling your story well… Be self-aware.Have an accurate appraisal of your...2019-01-1513 min
Phil Cooke PodcastHow to Implement ChangeAre you able to speak the language of change – or is the power of tradition holding your team or organization back? If you’re surrounded by people stuck in the “we’ve always done it this way” mentality, Phil Cooke offers insight to overcome their objections and move them toward your change initiative. Although there is power in tradition and traditions do matter, we need to remind ourselves that traditions are reminders, not destinations. People change, styles change, technology changes. If we don’t speak the language of that change, we won’t reach this generation or t...2019-01-0817 min
Phil Cooke PodcastHow to Shoot a Great InterviewFilming interviews or short videos well is a skill every producer or filmmaker should gain. Phil Cooke offers 10 keys to shooting a good interview which can become a powerful tool to market your ministry or nonprofit organization. How good are you at interviewing people on camera? No matter how great the camera shot or well-lit your set is, if the interview is not skillfully conducted, your overall video will not be good, and you’ll miss out on gaining an emotional connection with your audience. Here are Phil’s keys on how to shoot a bette...2019-01-0119 min
Phil Cooke PodcastFreelance or Fulltime Employee – Which is Right for You?Are you wired to freelance? The success of your career depends on making the right choice between freelancing and full-time employment. Phil Cooke offers questions to consider as you determine the best fit for yourself and your future. While some people are wired to be a freelancer, others are better suited to be an employee. For example, fulltime employees get insurance benefits, a regular salary and the stability of knowing they have a fulltime job. Freelancers have more freedom – but they wake up unemployed every morning. They’re always hustling. To be suc...2018-12-1107 min
Phil Cooke PodcastWhy Self Awareness Will Save Your CareerAn accurate perception of your leadership skills can significantly affect your career. A lack of it can get you fired! Here are important tips from Phil Cooke on how to improve your self-awareness. How do other people see you? Is your view of yourself and your leadership abilities, talent, behaviors and attitudes in synch with how everyone else perceives you? An accurate self-assessment is important for your career as a leader and a team member. Most people are fired because they simply can’t get along with other people in the offi...2018-12-0410 min
Phil Cooke PodcastHow to Make the Most of a Holiday WeekendTime off? Make the most of your holiday weekend and increase your productivity with these tips from Phil Cooke. Bonus: Find out how an attitude of gratitude can help your work environment and impact your business and career. Everybody’s busy and it’s important to take a break to recharge and refocus. What do you do when you have time off? Thanksgiving, Christmas and other long weekends offer a chance to pause and gain a fresh perspective. Here are ideas to consider when you have time off… 1. Be thankful. It’s not just for Thanksgiving! Use opportunities to encourage and than...2018-11-1419 min
Phil Cooke PodcastWhat to Do When People Don’t Recognize Your TalentAre you a creative person? Especially in Hollywood, you’ll eventually run into people who don’t see your potential or think your ideas are valuable. Walt Disney, Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg and more in Hollywood have faced rejection and criticism as producers, actors and directors. Even novelist Saul Bellow was dismissed as a “dud.” He went on to win the Pulitzer Prize and the Nobel Prize for Literature plus other awards. What do you do when people don’t recognize your talent? There are times to recognize criticism and times to change, b...2018-11-1418 min
Phil Cooke PodcastPractical CreativityCan you schedule creativity? Most highly creative people have a regular routine. In this episode, Phil Cooke shares truths and practical ways to inspire your imagination. Everybody is creative, but research shows that most significant creativity drops at age six! Creativity is the currency of this culture. In a time when CEO’s are looking for creative employees, these truths from Phil Cooke will spark your imagination and even help you schedule your creative moments: Inspiration happens when you have a regular routine.Train your brain so that when you show up...2018-11-0622 min
Phil Cooke PodcastFreelancers - How to Build a Career that LastsBuilding a long-term career in the film and television industry can be a struggle. Talent matters, but there are other things that lend towards success. In this episode, Phil Cooke offers 4 keys to freelancers for a creative career that lasts. Creativity is a volatile business. Phil has been in Hollywood since 1991 and has seen directors, actors, art designers and even studio executives in the film and television world burn out. What’s the difference between a person that succeeds and has a long career and someone who doesn’t? Talent matters – but it’s...2018-11-0617 min
Phil Cooke PodcastHow to Shoot a Better Short Film or VideoShort films and videos are the number one marketing tool in America for companies, non-profits, ministries and even film studios. A 3-6 minute short film can tell the story of your cause or organization in a powerful way. 46% of people who see a short video want to find out more. They’re interested enough to take the next step. The key is doing it well. Here are 5 tips from Hollywood producer and media consultant Phil Cooke to shoot better short films and videos - plus bonus tips for shooting a great inter...2018-10-2520 min
Phil Cooke PodcastHow to Deal with Insecure PeopleInsecurity is the single biggest problem in the workplace today. It runs rampant in Hollywood, in business, even among church leaders. If you’re dealing with people who drive you crazy at work, here’s Phil’s checklist to find out if insecurity is the source – and then his tips on how to deal with a petty and insecure person. Petty and insecure people… Continually have to remind people they are an experienced professional. Take every opportunity to take a swipe at others at work. Dominate meetings with endless talk. Point out every flaw in other’s ideas. Are...2018-10-2414 min
Phil Cooke PodcastIs My Work Outdated?Are your skills becoming obsolete? As a writer or director, business or ministry leader, it’s important to keep up with current trends and styles to stay current in your career. Phil Cooke shares 5 ways to help you keep your skills relevant in a changing culture. Study the industry. Take the time to read trade magazines and see what other people are doing. In the film and television industry, lighting, shooting, directing and even editing styles change. It’s important to pay attention to the changes so you don’t become outdated in your work. Keep up with...2018-10-2410 min
Phil Cooke PodcastDealing with RejectionHow do you respond to rejection? Filmmakers, writers, actors – anyone in a creative field can experience failure and rejection. Your response can either destroy or make your career. Here are 5 tips from Phil Cooke to help creatives manage criticism and grow from it. Don’t over think it.The work that you do may not be a problem; it may just not be a good fit for the project. Timing, chemistry, style, size – it all comes into play. More often than you think, rejection has nothing to do with your performance. Don’t take it personally.It’s not...2018-10-2414 min
Phil Cooke PodcastThe Art of PitchingDo you have a script, a movie, a book or just a great idea you need to pitch? Hollywood producer and media expert Phil Cooke shares 10 tips on pitching your dream in this week’s podcast. How do you make your dream their dream? Here are 10 principles that can help you pitch your idea successfully. Bring multiple ideas. A great idea is the worst thing in the world if it’s the only one you’ve got! Do your homework. Search Google, read the trade magazines, find out what their goal is. It’s about relationships. Try to b...2018-10-1720 min