How to Transition from a Conventional Career to a Fulfilling Film Business with Lauren and Mitch McClure

Season #1 Episode #367

Episode #367

Overview

Ever wondered what it takes to leave a secure job and chase your dream? This week's episode features Lauren and Mitch McClure from Full Send, who share their exhilarating journey into entrepreneurship. Their story is more than just about business - it's about passion, family, and the courage to embrace change. You'll find inspiration, practical tips, and relatable experiences that will motivate you in your own journey.

Key Takeaways

  • Learn how to transition from a conventional career to fulfilling entrepreneurship.
  • Discover the power of community and relationship-building in business growth.
  • Get insights into balancing creative passion with business logistics in a family-run enterprise.

About Lauren & Mitch McClure

Mitch and Lauren are a husband/wife duo that quit their jobs (RN and Videographer for a local church) to start their own video production business called Full Send in 2022. 

In This Episode

  • [00:00] Welcome to the show!
  • [03:10] Meet Lauren & Mitch McClure
  • [05:54] Taking the leap into entrepreneurship
  • [15:53] Working with your spouse
  • [20:56] Dealing with constructive feedback
  • [25:46] Defining clear roles
  • [37:18] Tips for growth
  • [44:24] Studio Sherpas Mastermind
  • [46:45] Connect with Lauren and Mitch
  • [48:08] Outro

Quotes

"We just decided to make everything as awesome as we can." - Mitch McClure on their approach to client projects.

"You have to learn how to fight... this constant opportunity for conflict gives you the opportunity to come together and get closer." - Mitch on working with a spouse.

"I've failed so many times...but now I've learned and we're going to do it differently." - Lauren on learning through failure.

"Everything we're doing is new...there's a lot of insecurity in that." - Lauren on the challenges of starting a business.

"Make or break your marriage... We try to keep marriage first." - Mitch on prioritizing their relationship.

Guest Links

Find Lauren & Mitch McClure online

Follow Full Send on TikTok | Instagram | Facebook

Follow Mitch McClure on TikTok

Follow Lauren McClure on Instagram

Connect with Lauren McClure on LinkedIn

Links

 FREE Workshop Available "How to Consistently Earn Over $100k Per Year in Video Production While Working Less Than 40 Hours Per Week"

Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group 

Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram

Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram

Books Mentioned

The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Donā€™t Work and What to Do About It, by Michael E. Gerber

Rocket Fuel, by Gino Wickman and Mark Winters

Traction, by Gino Wickman

StrengthsFinder 2.0, by Gallup (personality test, CliftonStrengths)

Past Episode Mentioned

Episode 43: Your Film Business on Rocket Fuel with Mark Winters