He Ditched the 9–5, Hit the Road, and Built a 6-Figure Video Business
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In this inspiring episode of Studio B Sessions, we sit down with Josh LeClair, founder of LeClair Media, to explore his journey from high school photography enthusiast to full-fledged video production entrepreneur. From relocating his business from Michigan to Florida during the height of the pandemic to embracing a mobile lifestyle in an RV, Josh shares how flexibility, creativity, and networking have shaped his business and personal growth.
We dive into the real-life challenges of running a creative business, including the tough decisions every leader must face—like letting go of an employee—and how to handle them with empathy and professionalism. Josh also breaks down the importance of building community in a new market, collaborating with local creatives, and using those connections to elevate the quality and scale of every project.
Whether you're interested in building a lean production company, mastering the logistics of remote work, or understanding how to optimize gear, budgets, and business travel—this episode has you covered. Packed with honest insights, practical advice, and stories from the road, Josh’s journey will motivate any creative professional to think bigger, travel lighter, and build smarter.
Don’t miss this candid, unscripted conversation with one of the most thoughtful minds in the video production space.
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Chapters
1. He Ditched the 9–5, Hit the Road, and Built a 6-Figure Video Business (00:00:00)
2. Transitioning From the RV Life (00:00:04)
3. Navigating Difficult Conversations in Business (00:07:52)
4. Building Business Relationships Through Collaboration (00:17:10)
5. Building Business Relationships Through Networking (00:25:12)
6. Overcoming Challenges in Starting Business (00:31:29)
7. From Filmmaking Passion to Business Success (00:39:48)
8. Starting a High-Quality Production Company (00:44:59)
9. Networking in Small Town for Business (00:55:50)
10. Maximizing Production Efficiency and Quality (01:06:36)
11. Mastering the Art of Interviewing (01:16:38)
12. Maximizing Travel Opportunities for Business (01:24:04)
13. Negotiating Rates and Building Relationships (01:28:23)
14. Negotiating Contracts and Project Management (01:34:20)
15. Optimizing Business Software Efficiency (01:41:26)
16. Qualifying Clients for Video Production (01:52:35)
17. Effective Budgeting and Business Growth (01:55:44)
18. Continuing Business Conversation With Josh (02:00:17)
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