Outsmart the Hustle

By: Hannah McGinty
  • Summary

  • Does your creative business struggle to bring in the right clientele and financial leverage, leaving you feeling stuck and frustrated? The Outsmart the Hustle podcast will show you how to turn hard work into smart work! I'm your host, Hannah McGinty, helping you focus on the high-impact moves that drive your business forward without the endless grind. Whether you've been running your business for 20 years or 20 minutes, I'm here to bring you clear, practical strategies from industry experts and successful entrepreneurs who know how to create a sustainable business. I've been running my creative video production business since 2019, where I primarily work in the wedding and event space. And since 2021, my business has continued to hit six figures in revenue. Now imagine that for yourself. What would it help you achieve in life if that meant your passion could turn into a consistent paycheck? Tune in each Tuesday for fresh insights, tools, and ideas to help you streamline, scale, and find freedom in your work—so you can build the business and life you truly want to live.
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Episodes
  • #011: Standing Out in Your Market
    Jan 28 2025


    Episode Description:
    Discover five actionable strategies to make your business stand out without relying on ads. Learn how to create "invisible moments" that transform your client experience and build a truly distinctive brand in your market.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • The concept of "invisible moments" in the client journey and how to leverage them
    • Creating personalized video responses to inquiries for memorable first impressions
    • Developing a signature framework to package your services uniquely
    • Specializing in under-served client pain points for market differentiation
    • Building "visibility anchors" through consistent, distinctive content

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Memoir Mastery: A Film Business Course
    • Outsmart the Hustle podcast

    Connect With Us:

    • Follow Memoir Mastery on all social media platforms and Outsmart the Hustle on IG!
    • Host: Hannah McGinty
    • Editor: Manuel Mesa

    Join our free FB Group and/or Join our paid course community with a 7-day free trial


    Outsmart the Hustle helps creative entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder, focusing on high-impact strategies for business growth.

    #BusinessStrategy #MarketDifferentiation #EntrepreneurTips #ClientExperience #BrandStrategy

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    5 mins
  • #010: Why Ads Aren't Your Quick Fix
    Jan 21 2025


    Episode Description:
    Discover why throwing money at ads isn't always the answer to your booking challenges. Learn how to audit your business fundamentals before investing in advertising to ensure you're amplifying success, not masking deeper issues.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Why ads act as a multiplier rather than a quick fix for business struggles
    • The importance of market differentiation before investing in advertising
    • Four key areas to audit in your business: brand messaging, portfolio, client experience, and social presence
    • How to identify if you've drifted from your core business strengths

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Memoir Mastery: A Film Business Course
    • Outsmart the Hustle podcast

    Connect With Us:

    • Follow Memoir Mastery on all social media platforms and Outsmart the Hustle on IG!
    • Host: Hannah McGinty
    • Editor: Manuel Mesa

    Join our free FB Group and/or Join our paid course community with a 7-day free trial


    Outsmart the Hustle helps creative entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder, focusing on high-impact strategies for business growth.


    #CreativeEntrepreneur #BusinessStrategy #MarketingTips #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset

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    6 mins
  • #009: Why Every Engaged Couple Isn't Your Ideal Client
    Jan 15 2025


    Discover why targeting every engaged couple could be holding your wedding business back. Learn how to identify and attract your ideal clients who value your unique approach, leading to more fulfilling projects and better business growth. This episode challenges the common misconception that every wedding opportunity is the right opportunity.

    Key Topics Covered:

    • Understanding why not every engaged couple is the right fit for your business and why that's okay
    • How to identify red flags early in the consultation process to avoid misaligned client relationships
    • Creating a clear ideal client profile that attracts the right couples and naturally filters out the wrong ones
    • The importance of positioning your services to appeal specifically to your ideal client
    • Strategies for confidently saying "no" to couples who aren't the right fit
    • How qualifying clients leads to better work-life balance and increased profitability

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Memoir Mastery: A Film Business Course
    • Client Qualification Checklist
    • Instagram: @memoirmastery for daily business tips

    Connect With Us:

    • Follow Memoir Mastery on all social media platforms and Outsmart the Hustle on IG!
    • Host: Hannah McGinty
    • Editor: Manuel Mesa

    Join our free FB Group and/or Join our paid course community with a 7-day free trial


    Outsmart the Hustle helps creative entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder, focusing on high-impact strategies for business growth.


    #WeddingBusiness #CreativeEntrepreneur #BusinessStrategy #ClientQualification #WeddingPro #BusinessGrowth #IdealClient

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    11 mins

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