When it comes to explainers we have always specialised in the common craft style explainer video because it’s where the industry started and I truly believe that they are the most effective. Quite simply, they are simple and very easy to understand. If you’ve been searching the web looking for explainers then you’ve probably seen a lot of the same. …
Are Explainer Videos Still Effective?
We started making explainers back in 2009 before the big explainer video boom. So, we’ve watched the market grow and grow, and grow some more. It’s now saturated with lots and lots of companies simply trying to cash in in the newest thing. This has led us to lots of poor quality explainers. There are so many companies out there …
Explainer Video Poetry
I’m writing this with the purpose of showing you how much better poetry is at explaining a concept, rather than my shoddy blogging skills. At The Cuillin Collective we have been making ‘explainer videos’ since 2009 and we’ve made over 750 explainers. Since then, we’ve always written our scripts in the same format. Introducing a character who has a story …
Zopim Software
I’ve written quite a few blogs lately about the software we use that helps us run our business. Like Kashflow and Mavenlink. However, these products don’t really help us make any sales. They simply make our lives much, much easier. Which of course, I’m all for. However, today I’m going to talk you through Zopim. Our Live Chat tool. We first heard of …
Kashflow Payment
Running a small business has many challenges. It’s not just all about finding the work either. It’s about managing everything so that you have time to actually do the work you have been hired to do. If I take away all of my paid work, I spend my days; writing articles like this, scheduling our many, many projects to ensure …
Custom Made Explainer Video
What is a custom made explainer video? Well, there are lots and lots, and lots and lots of styles to choose from. We offer a few set styles which work well with most concepts and have been proven to increase sales and conversions, particularly the Common Craft style explainer! However, occasionally we are asked to create an explainer video that …
Modern Tribe’s WooCommerce Tickets Review
*A new and better solution has been found. I’ve added the link at the bottom of the post! This is my review of a booking engine. I’m writing on our blog because I cannot find any other worthwhile platform to leave a review. I hope this helps you. When building websites we rely on lots of plugins to do lots …
Voice Over Training Scotland
Running your own business is one of life’s greatest challenges. And it isn’t just about making money either. In fact, that’s just the byproduct of it. The best part about running your own business is the pride you feel when you start a project and then finish that project. I would always recommend this over being employed by a company. …
Family & Business Part 2
Please see this article for Part 1. A lot has happened since I wrote my last article. Tess has had a sprog of her own so is enjoying spending time with him (that would be E-dog), Stuart has gone on to pastures new, Helen has finally finished school and is working full time with us and Indy and Remy can …
Explainer Video Templates
Explainer video templates are becoming more and more popular within our little world. But are they really worth it? I thought I’d take a look at the world of pre-made explainer videos. The first template option that I found was via VideoHive. They look pretty good. But when I look at the sales from the bestseller, you get the pleasure …