Hi Friends,
Trying out a new format – video blogging – let me know if you dig it or not.
I’m calling it “7 with Kevin” (clever huh?) because my goal is to cram useful and entertaining info into a 7-minute video (or less). Today’s video is just over 11 minutes, so I’ll keep working on time (hey, “Kevin 11″ is pretty catchy, too), however the extra minutes are worth it because I cover a lot of ground.
Here’s what’s inside…
Is Ryan Lee desperate for cash?
Is Vin Montello desperate for attention?
And how losing $25 worth the razor blades may have saved my wife and kids from a killer frog.
It’s a heart-warming tale the whole family will enjoy.
Plus, as an added bonus, you’ll find out what it’s like to have Megan Fox as a neighbor…
… and hear my dead-on Andy Rooney impression.
Don’t hold back your thoughts about this format in the comments section.
Thanks,
Kevin
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First… thanks for the shout out, Kev.
Now… the razors! Damn… I’ve been going through the same deal. How the heck can you justify $4 razor cartridges?!?!
It’s reminiscent of the HP printer marketing scheme. (Practically give away the printer for free, then screw you later on cartridges.)
The only difference is these high tech razors aren’t given away on the cheap.
I know your post wasn’t about this but here’s an fyi. I was listening to Clark Howard on the radio and he had some scientist or something tell him that it’s not your beard or skin that dulls the blad. It’s the minerals in your water. So… just make sure to clean and dry your blade after each use and it’ll last a really long time.
He has used one expensive blade now for over 8 months. I think that counterbalances the price.
Anyway… nice posting. I like the video format. I may try it myself.
Talk soon, bud. Have a good fourth.
Thanks for the tip, Vin. Enjoy Independence Day in NYC!
Kevin, interested in checking this out. Either I’m missing something or there’s no video.
Also, I assume you’ll delete this comment since it’ll be useless once the video is up but you’ve got a typo “And how losing $25 worth the razor blades”…
Thanks man, looking forward to it!
-Scott
“what it’s like to have Megan Fox as a neighbor…”
Just wondering, Kevin, what’s the use of having her ‘only’ as a neighbour?
“Megan Fox… bad example”
Spot on.
Good info.
Ryan’s been around a while and really knows his stuff. Isn’t he a DK protege?
Hey Kevin,
Frogs, Razor blades, and Megan Fox…. I like it!
I like the video format — It’s never bad to look a guy in the face when you’re speaking — (for us profiling fools) Good idea for the blog!
looking froward to the next…
You have inspired me to finish the content for my own site and start blogging! Not bad to be too busy to get your own site up though.
P.S. Your written blogs are killer as well… Although good to see you in person ! Have a great fourth !
Yeah, Rez. Nice glimpse into the writer’s mind as he realizes he’s gone down a rabbit hole of doom ; )
Always appreciate your comments.
Kev
Hi Scott,
Thanks for the head’s up…
Seems to be working on my end, please let me know if the bug persists. Also, not so much a typo as a lingo.
Thanks,
Kevin
I’m digging the video thing a lot, dude!
If there’s weren’t so LOUD in McLeod Manor with my 10 year old home for the summer I’d like to do more myself.
It’s too damn hot for the Patio Office and too damn noisy inside where it’s cool.
But… I don’t shave my head – so at least there’s that, right?
Frog-Legs for everybody.. . I garohntee…
HoooEEEyyy. (is that Cajun typing?)
Thanks, Bri. Who knows, maybe the background noise would lend a realism to it. Give it a shot.
Even better keep the Strat in your lap and do the whole post as a talking blues. I’d be all over that.
A thought – could you stick some social markers on here? It would make it easier to tweet your posts and stick them on other social sites.
That’s a great Andy Rooney.
You always got that “Locked In” content that keeps you glued, and the video just takes the cake man… I would keep video blogging.
On the Ryan Lee note: He could be charging people only $97 for the 30 min. but he could be upselling them on a 997. program in that 30 minutes which would make it way worth his time!
KR:
Thanks Phil. Always good to hear from you, bro. You’re livin’ the life out in La Jolla, eh? Now I need to come visit you.
Interesting video Kevin and it certainly connects on a personal level.
But… sorry there is a but.
I miss your writing style.
Are you going to mix things up?
KR:
Thanks Paul. Yeah man. I’ll never stop writing here. It’s a lot faster, too.
Super Cool:
I”ve said to my friends many a time, hey count your blessings when facing challenges or obstacles.
Think of what could have happened (you’d be in an even worse situation than you are now) that you did not realize the importance of to you and your family.
Yeah your story kept me glued to the whole video
Good hook, presented in the “natural” and profound message.
Curiosity, trust and value.
KR:
Thanks Kaine! Great to have you here.
Kevin
Thanks for the shout-out Kevin. I really appreciate your kind words.
You nailed it!
I wanted to help people on my list who can’t afford the $1,000/hour fee or who can’t stay on my $97/month membership site.
There’s definitely something to be said about being “inaccessible” or at least the appearance of it – but you can NEVER forget where you came from. Sometimes that whole “inaccessible” model comes off as arrogant. It’s a fine line to walk.
And you’re right about doing it for free. People simply don’t value something given away for free. I would have spent weeks with people who either aren’t really serious about their business, will never listen to the advice or, most likely, would not even show up for the appointment.
No matter how big you become (or how big you THINK you become), never lose touch with your clients and customers. The minute there’s even a hint you don’t care about them – they are gone.
Again Kevin thanks for bringing this lesson out to your list.
Keep up the great work.
And, by the way, who need Megan Fox when I’ve got my incredible wife
Rock ‘on,
Ryan
Ryan Lee
KR:
Hey Ryan,
Thanks for stopping by. (A wise man never misses an opportunity to flatter his wife
)
You’re right on about not forgetting where you came from. You get that across very well.
I’ve told a few clients planning continuity sites to jump on your offer, whether they’d heard of you previously or not.
Have fun on the calls.
Kevin
That’s great,thanks
Hey Kevin
Long time man!
I see your “stand up” licks are still in the comedy grab bag (ie, “I’m not that kind of woman” haha)
By the way, is “Kevin 11″ open 24 hours a day?
Remind me of a Stephen Wright joke..
I went down the street to the 24-hour grocery. When I got there, the guy was locking the front door. I said, “Hey, the sign says you’re open 24 hours.” He said, “Yes, but not in a row.” — Steven Wright
Dave
KR:
Hey Dave! I love that Steven Wright line. Always good to hear from you.
The Frog Story is sooooo on target.
As the President of a Recruiting Company, it is my duty to not only let lucky Candidates know they have received an offer from the company of their choice, but also to let unlucky (?) Candidates know they did NOT receive the offer.
What I always tell everyone who didn’t receive the offer is this…..
If this had been the BEST POSSIBLE offer for you to receive you would have received it. So not receiving the offer is great news that there is a BETTER OFFER out there for you and it is COMING.
Now you might say, “Yea, right, Teresa. But I’m still unemployed (or underemployed or didn’t get that great bump in salary or career that I wanted).”
And that is true, FOR NOW.
But what is also true, is that our company of Recruiters at Resumes2Jobs REGULARLY see that disappointment turn into SHOCKED AMAZEMENT, when the Candidate soon receives AN EVEN BETTER OFFER!
A bummer is in the eye of the beholder! And those “beholders” who can more quickly grasp the good luck of NOT getting the FIRST offer, even more quickly get back to learning how to compete for the BETTER offer. (That is, of course, where we come in. We train them how to get that BETTER OFFER.)
And, we consistently find it’s true…..The “universe” gets you to the BEST POSSIBLE OUTCOME FOR YOU.
Teresa
KR:
You speak the truth, Teresa. You know when I traveled form gig to gig back in the day… inevitably I would misread a map in the middle of the night (no GPS back then you softies) and go the wrong direction for like 100 miles before realizing it (usually with a welcome sign to a state I left 3 hours ago).
It was maddening to say the least. But I would always justify it with the “what if” that mistake saved me from a deadly accident?
It’s not a purely sound philosophy when examined through a calmer lens. I mean, what about the people who DO have accidents? Why didn’t fate send them down the “wrong road” to save them?
(It’s like when football players say “God was with us today” after a win and you say, “So, what? God hates the other team?”)
But, you’re right… it’s a nice way to think about things and it takes the sting out of bad news. You sound like an excellent recruiter.
Thanks for commenting.
Kevin
Hey, Kevin…
Phillip Manhoor sent me over to check you out… don’t ask me why! I think your a sic puppy. Lick a frog? Shee-it, Man. Ain’t you got no sense? Was it male or female, or did you even bother to check?
I didn’t think so.
I am thinking… (pheuff, tough shit that), I caught you one time on SpringGarden Road in Halifax back in the early ’80s, doing one of those Laugh In things at one of the pubs. Your tongue in cheek manner… did you actually do that with a frog?
When I talk about Tongue in Cheek, it’s my tongue in my cheek….
Anyway, it’s your fault: I’ll be coming back to catch your act (Christ, I hope this is an act) if I can learn about something other than your sexual preferences….
Regards (What!)
BobbyEarle
Welcome BobbyEarle! I love that I have no idea when you’re being serious. But I didn’t start comedy until the late 80s… and no, never did lick a frog. But hey, I’m still young.
Thanks for stopping by.
Kevin
Hi Kevin
Phil is responsible for me landing on your page as well or it was universal forces quietly at work in the background.
Enjoyed your video, I’m certain you will find those razors now that your not focused on them being lost. Great that you have absolutely no faith in your wife’s driving ability in a crisis !!
I wonder what stories the frog is telling ………?
Hi Jean,
Whatever that frog is saying, he’s lookin’ smooth with a cue-ball head.
Kevin
Kevin,
First time to your page liked the format. Hey its good that it wasn’t my wife you might still be there screaming because she would have been on top of the van. Looking forward to more!
We learn more when we can laugh at ourselves.
Mr Kevin Rogers,
I thought that your video post was great and made a couple of great points however, I unlike yourself and a few others do disagree with the fact that if you give yourself for free no one cares. I am just starting out and am on a shoestring and have taken each and every FREE piece of advice and good product given to me to heart and have went over it with a fine tooth comb. I figure if someone is willing to give me their time or product to help me get started then I had better use it wisely. This being said, I only take what I will use.
Now as far as 25.00 razor blades!! I think I would have a serious talk with my husband if he paid that!
Thank you so much for the post I can not wait to see and hear what is next.
Mary
Bleeding silent or aloud? Thanks for sharing the impressive, deep emotional scars…LOL, everyone wants to go green!
Hey how’s it going. Phil sent me over here. I just started a new e-commerce web-site selling jogging baby strollers and pedal cars. I am out of funds so I am just trying to promote this any way I can. I thought maybe some of you guys could help me spread the word and then I could afford some of your materials. Hey thanks and have a happy 4th..
Great stuff Kevin, Phil M. sent me over and I’m glad he did you have a great wit and a clever mind. Yes and “7 with Kevin” is cool too. I’m just getting a grasp of things online and the main problem I face as many others do I’m sure is focus and the ability to do it and keep it. I’ve been around a few blocks one of the best habits we can have is to hang with like minded people who are targeting similar goals.
“Eagles and Turkeys”
Thanks Kevin.
Len.
Great video! One thing though, just FYI, and I noticed no one else here made the distinction….a frog is an “amphibian,” not a reptile. Just thought you’d like to know, for future reference. I like the association too….Andy Rooney: Frog. Nice touch.
Dude Hilarious! I wish i could have seen your 80′s stand up
…you sure you didn’t lick that frog?! lol
Thanks for clearing that up, Gary. As you can see I’ve not embraced my inner Huck Finn the way every man should.
Best,
Kevin
Welcome Len… lot’s more to come.
Hi Mary,
I did say that “some will and some won’t” put value on free information. I’m glad to know you’re one that will and does. I know how much I counted on it when I was starting out.
Fortunately for us, as a whole, IMers are a pretty generous group. You’ll always find the answers you need by searching around long enough.
But, I’ve found that you never actually “learn” until you actively invest in a process. Whether that investment is time or money or (usually) both, everything up till that point is just noise in your head. It’s all about discovering the results of your action.
Sounds like you’re off to a good start.
Let us know how you do.
Best,
Kevin
Kevin,
I like the video…a lot. Makes it more relatable because sometimes through writing, the words or tone just isn’t interpreted right. Also, I wanted to say thanks to Gary for pointing out they are amphibians. Someone always comes along to correct the details.(not criticizing, just saying.) No matter what they are, it doesn’t make them less slimy or taste any better…does it?