In charge of a billion pound company, did not show off any super car, big house, expensive jewellery ext, just showed how much of a great role model he is.
@@SugarRayValentine didn't say anything wrong with buying expensive stuff. I'm sure he has all sorts of expensive material items. But just refreshing that he is not flaunting and boasting just inspiring the young to work hard and become successful in something you love.
Ben, I cannot thank you enough for being so transparent about your incredible Gymshark journey. You're a true inspiration to me and many other young people in business. Your content helps us to become better entrepreneurs and motivates us all to do more!
We hit $500k in revenue this year, our first year in business, even with facing insane challenges due to COVID. I’m incredibly proud to have grown this far & actually set that goal a ways back based off Gymshark’s first year revenue! I took the leap to go full time in September and have loved every moment of it. Although our brands are quite different, I love watching your videos and seeing your thought process, it helps me set personal and business goals, and I am thankful that you keep pumping out the content! Keep it up Ben, you’re doing amazing work & inspire tons of others around you👍🏻
I never normally comment on anyone’s videos, but for years I’ve wanted to become an entrepreneur and watching you for a while now has given me so much motivation and guidance to get started. Thank you for that and wishing even more success for you and GymShark!
I usually don’t comment, but you’re a huge inspiration to me & I‘m thankful you’re giving us such amazing content! Keep doing what you’re doing it’s wonderful to follow along and see the journey 🤗🙌🏼✨
I think we’ve been conditioned to see brands lose their vision, integrity, and sense of community, but this is a breath of fresh air. Big up Ben and the team for keeping it real 🙌🏼
I’m starting out in my own venture and you’re such an inspiration not just to me, but to thousands around the world. You have shown that anything is possible when you believe in an idea. Congratulations 👏🏾
One reason I really respect Ben is because he’s not the main/only face you see of Gymshark. Unlike other brands started by others, all you see is their face everywhere but it’s nice to see diversity 😊
I moved to the UK back in 2010. It was hard at the beginning - everything we start is hard, but when I look back - I love each bit of the experience I went through living in the UK, such a great country with generous people. Long story - short, I started going to the gym and I bought my very first Gymshark bottoms, tank tops (still I love the tank top - half of the tank top is green camouflage/ half black design), and jumper - I bought them back in 2012, I still have them with me, sitting in my closet. SO many memories. I cannot believe Gymshark has grown so much within such a short period of time. Mind-blowing. This again proofs that the CEO is the one who can move the company in the right direction and put in their whole heart + effort, of course with the right team on his side can achieve and take over the world. I usually don't spend time writing comments, but this was an emotional video because I've been growing as an individual in the gym and outside the gym by following and wearing the Gymshark goodies. Ben Francis - there are no words to describe how such a generous person you're. All the respect goes to YOU and YOUR TEAM! Also, we have to remember that Lewis Morgan was part of the team at the very start - respect to him as well. I will keep the Gymshark goodies with me - the rest of my life, because of the memories. Keep up the good work and STAY STRONG!
This is exactly why people love GymShark. Thank you for your transparency, your honesty and putting humanity first Ben. James this was brilliant story telling!
@@justintemp Appreciate your perspective but I feel it’s coming from a place of your own experience of a potential bad experience. GymShark the brand have being able to create what they have through the very culture and team they have. Sure marketing makes things look fancy but so do lots of other brands that don’t have the respect this company does. I hope your experience doesn’t put you off GymShark as a whole.
@@abikhan potential? I've had bad experiences and so have a lot of others. I think you're tainted by your love of the brand, which is fair enough. I must add I have gone back to them to give them a try and although service has improved, it's still lacking... Delays in shipping, no responses to emails... And that's for a small order... To put it Down to a small number of dissatisfied customers is to brush it under the carpet. I'm just being honest... I would like nothing better than to see a British company do well but the culture is one of, you're only one bad experience in so many good ones. A lot of companies gain respect as they build, its when they get complacent and can't handle demand, as we've seen and he confirms in the videos, and it's then that you realise they don't care about the odd bad experience. But I can see you love them so go forth and enjoy.
@@justintemp This could go on for a while and I want to respect both our time. I'm sorry you and the other you mentioned had such a bad experience. I personally haven't had that form the company so can't comment. To assume I'm 'tainted' isn't fair or accurate, I mean I like Nike, Nespresso, freedom of speech, poetry and various other brands so would that mean I'm tainted by the world itself? I am happy to hear you tried them again and the service was better which shows a care to improve. As you mentioned Ben himself has said that things can be done better, which takes an incredible amount of humility for an owner to admit. I've never seen it from other top brands in any industry but I could be wrong. Either way I appreciate your time on putting light onto this and it could be worth reaching out to customer service to give your honest feedback so that they can keep improving. Hope it doesn't put you completely off the brand. It's been fun chatting and I hope you have a great day Justin. Oh and if you are in the UK, I hope you and your family are safe.
@@abikhan I have reached out to them. They didn't do anything or acknowledge it. Good luck in your quest to get sponsorship. You clearly love them and can't see past the hype.
So flippin' amazing, Ben!! Thank you for always inspiring and being an amazing role model for so many people including me! 🦈 The community, platform and brand you have built is incredible. So excited to see the amazing things to happen for you next!! 💙
Been here since the first video was published. Your journey is so inspiring and I hope you will continue to make these videos and share your journey with us :)
Hi Ben, you have truly inspired me to change how I live my life and I can’t thank you enough. Keep up the good work growing your brand and I will continue to support you for years to come. Thank you!
Getting goosebumps as I watch this, incredibly inspiring!
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Ben is such a great character. I loved the videos when he was taking about the beginnings which I saw now a couple of years ago. Now seeing where he is at and sit hard working and humble and in the workroom with all the others and still looking amazingly fit, just by looking at him he inspires me. Thank you very much for making your journey pubic and show us what is possible from a small living room with an idea, when you put persistence, discipline together with a dream. Greetings from Germany, Dirksón!
Creating an 800 million dollars valued company (pre-investment) in 8 years without any precedent investments is insane. I'm not a huge gymshark fan but your story is truly inspiring. Congrats on all the success you've achieved with your brand. (The fact that you still own 70% of the equity of gymshark is also insane lol)
Gymshark66 was one of the most amazing experiences I've had the pleasure of being apart of so far in my life. Definitely the highlight of 2020! Gymshark are truly an amazing brand!
Well done, well deserved! You're the inspiration i love you and i love how humble and good man you're I hope to meet you one day. Wish you more success brother.
Hi Ben, I've only began watching your videos when I saw on LinkedIn about your deal. Thank you for your transparency and inspiration to achieve. After watching your videos, it's clear you've worked hard and well done for the succes of last year!
Ben, you are a beast! Thanks for motivating and expiring us so much. Greetings from Spain. I hope you continue to achieve goals and sweeping as always!
Ben, you are the best, I really appreciate all that you do to inspire entrepreneurs like myself and show that anything is possible if you set your mind to it!
No hay nadie del habla latinoamericana?, sigo a GYMSHARK desde Colombia y son mi mas grande y fabulosa inspiración, no solo por el maravilloso producto que aun no he tenido la dicha de conocer y tocar, sino por el maravilloso talento humano que ha cosechado este maravilloso nombre. Ben Francis, una gran luz para muchos que deseamos seguir batallando el camino hacia el éxito. GYM SHARK se come el mundo por un mejor cambio.
Why am I crying!!😂 really proud of the amazing things you have achieved, it’s nice to see someone from an average background do so well in life. Must be a surreal feeling!
Great watch and many congratulations. Please put more r&d in to sustainable packaging & products. Growth doesn’t meaning anything if the planet isn’t in the same condition for future generations 🙌🏻
Great year for GS, especially considering all of the circumstances. I hope as you continue to grow, you don't overstretch and improve things like your recruitment process, because unfortunately it was one of the worst I've been through with regards to communication, being left hanging for months after receiving good feedback and told how it was going to progress, amongst other things.
Man u are amazing I downloaded u podcast to listen to and benefit from your great experience U are an inspiration for me as I wanna be billionaire before 30 I'm now 21 and have an amazing startup keep up the good work hope you more success
Very inspiring. Me, myself am also in my own journey, Ik where I want to be, just figuring out how to get there, but I will! As a fellow person with autism, you’re a huge inspiration to me chief, one day hope to meet you ✌🏼
I caught this lad on the TGP and whilst knowing the brand and hearing some controversy, I have to say I was very surprised at this guy. Credit where it is due, he is switched on and seems to be very focused whilst trying to improve.
It's not the revenue, it's the person who inspires me most. Being a good person and zealous in your efforts yields the success Ben has accomplished. It's a pleasure to watch Gymshark grow and thrive.
It's funny, there were a few times in the video, I heard the outlook e-mail alert , like at 5:05, which had me instantly going back and checking my e-mails! Working from home life, I guess"
@@jamesperrett6022 As an e-mail addict, I'm too conditioned to quickly rush to my inbox whenever I hear the noise I'm afraid! But a fantastic video, I did a video edit last week and you could hear my brother-in-law belching so it's just all part of the fun and challenges of WFH!
*13 Life-Tips I wish I Knew In My 20s:* 1. Don't Lie, ever 2. Learn to be Brave 3. Learn to Say No 4. Develop a Code and Live By It 5. Be Patient with Yourself 6. Learn to Listen 7. Avoid Debt 8. Seek out a Mentor 9. Develop a Space to Confined In and Ask Questions 10. Be Kind, Be Compassionate 11. World changes constantly, keep an open mind 12. Stop Nail-biting & nail-picking habit and get back your healthy, good looking nails(we got you!) 13. Keep an open mind in this fast changing world For those who are in the rush of changing their lives :-)
I am so amazed by the growth of Gymshark! I’ve been secretly following your accomplishments and it’s so inspiring! Keep growing and keep humble! Thank you for sharing this Ben and happy 2021!
In charge of a billion pound company, did not show off any super car, big house, expensive jewellery ext, just showed how much of a great role model he is.
money is meant to be spent can't take it with you to the grave nothing wrong with buying expensive cars
@@SugarRayValentine didn't say anything wrong with buying expensive stuff. I'm sure he has all sorts of expensive material items. But just refreshing that he is not flaunting and boasting just inspiring the young to work hard and become successful in something you love.
@ً criminals would find the grave dig it and take the jewelery
@ً Your dad will take it himself and sell it lol
Ben, I cannot thank you enough for being so transparent about your incredible Gymshark journey. You're a true inspiration to me and many other young people in business. Your content helps us to become better entrepreneurs and motivates us all to do more!
Proud of you Ben and the whole Gymshark team for everything you've achieved in such a short space of time!
Easy to achieve greatness faster with steroids
Ben, you’ve helped me set up my own business with your guidance it has helped me become a better entrepreneur.
Thanks
What's your business mate.
💙
Watching your videos and listening to your podcasts has helped me finally start my own business which is launching on the 1st February. Thanks Ben!
That is amazing, good luck with the business venture, keep me updated!
You guys do such a good job on these vids.
Why am I out here crying? Insane accomplishments Ben. Congrats to the whole team.
We hit $500k in revenue this year, our first year in business, even with facing insane challenges due to COVID. I’m incredibly proud to have grown this far & actually set that goal a ways back based off Gymshark’s first year revenue! I took the leap to go full time in September and have loved every moment of it. Although our brands are quite different, I love watching your videos and seeing your thought process, it helps me set personal and business goals, and I am thankful that you keep pumping out the content! Keep it up Ben, you’re doing amazing work & inspire tons of others around you👍🏻
what kind of business are you doing ?
@@sedatp8297 clothing as well, but beachy lifestyle apparel instead of gym focused
Starting a brand myself. You showed many young entrepreneurs that everything is possible. Thank you for the inspiration!
I never normally comment on anyone’s videos, but for years I’ve wanted to become an entrepreneur and watching you for a while now has given me so much motivation and guidance to get started. Thank you for that and wishing even more success for you and GymShark!
AMAZING!!!! Very impressive how much Gymshark boosted - the fastest growth fashion appeal company ever! Thanks for sharing this video!
I usually don’t comment, but you’re a huge inspiration to me & I‘m thankful you’re giving us such amazing content! Keep doing what you’re doing it’s wonderful to follow along and see the journey 🤗🙌🏼✨
Thank you Larissa! Really appreciate that, and your comment :D
I think we’ve been conditioned to see brands lose their vision, integrity, and sense of community, but this is a breath of fresh air. Big up Ben and the team for keeping it real 🙌🏼
I’m starting out in my own venture and you’re such an inspiration not just to me, but to thousands around the world. You have shown that anything is possible when you believe in an idea. Congratulations 👏🏾
You come across as such a knowledgeable humble guy Ben! Congratulations on all your achievements and here's to a massive 2021 for you and Gymshark! 💪🏻
Incredibly happy for you, brother. You have pure intentions and that's clearly evident. Congratulation on everything!
One reason I really respect Ben is because he’s not the main/only face you see of Gymshark. Unlike other brands started by others, all you see is their face everywhere but it’s nice to see diversity 😊
Well done, I’ve loved watching the growth of gymshark
Really Really brilliant Ben, you have set an example for ppl like me, who tend to feel down due to mere set downs. Inspiring and encouraging.
The kind of inspirational video I need right now. Thank you! Incredible 👏🏻😊
I moved to the UK back in 2010. It was hard at the beginning - everything we start is hard, but when I look back - I love each bit of the experience I went through living in the UK, such a great country with generous people.
Long story - short, I started going to the gym and I bought my very first Gymshark bottoms, tank tops (still I love the tank top - half of the tank top is green camouflage/ half black design), and jumper - I bought them back in 2012, I still have them with me, sitting in my closet. SO many memories. I cannot believe Gymshark has grown so much within such a short period of time. Mind-blowing. This again proofs that the CEO is the one who can move the company in the right direction and put in their whole heart + effort, of course with the right team on his side can achieve and take over the world. I usually don't spend time writing comments, but this was an emotional video because I've been growing as an individual in the gym and outside the gym by following and wearing the Gymshark goodies.
Ben Francis - there are no words to describe how such a generous person you're. All the respect goes to YOU and YOUR TEAM!
Also, we have to remember that Lewis Morgan was part of the team at the very start - respect to him as well. I will keep the Gymshark goodies with me - the rest of my life, because of the memories.
Keep up the good work and STAY STRONG!
This is exactly why people love GymShark. Thank you for your transparency, your honesty and putting humanity first Ben. James this was brilliant story telling!
No, they love them because of the excellent work the marketing team make of the branding and ads
The customer service team needs to catch up though.
@@justintemp Appreciate your perspective but I feel it’s coming from a place of your own experience of a potential bad experience.
GymShark the brand have being able to create what they have through the very culture and team they have. Sure marketing makes things look fancy but so do lots of other brands that don’t have the respect this company does.
I hope your experience doesn’t put you off GymShark as a whole.
@@abikhan potential? I've had bad experiences and so have a lot of others. I think you're tainted by your love of the brand, which is fair enough.
I must add I have gone back to them to give them a try and although service has improved, it's still lacking... Delays in shipping, no responses to emails... And that's for a small order... To put it Down to a small number of dissatisfied customers is to brush it under the carpet. I'm just being honest... I would like nothing better than to see a British company do well but the culture is one of, you're only one bad experience in so many good ones.
A lot of companies gain respect as they build, its when they get complacent and can't handle demand, as we've seen and he confirms in the videos, and it's then that you realise they don't care about the odd bad experience.
But I can see you love them so go forth and enjoy.
@@justintemp This could go on for a while and I want to respect both our time. I'm sorry you and the other you mentioned had such a bad experience. I personally haven't had that form the company so can't comment.
To assume I'm 'tainted' isn't fair or accurate, I mean I like Nike, Nespresso, freedom of speech, poetry and various other brands so would that mean I'm tainted by the world itself?
I am happy to hear you tried them again and the service was better which shows a care to improve.
As you mentioned Ben himself has said that things can be done better, which takes an incredible amount of humility for an owner to admit. I've never seen it from other top brands in any industry but I could be wrong.
Either way I appreciate your time on putting light onto this and it could be worth reaching out to customer service to give your honest feedback so that they can keep improving.
Hope it doesn't put you completely off the brand.
It's been fun chatting and I hope you have a great day Justin. Oh and if you are in the UK, I hope you and your family are safe.
@@abikhan I have reached out to them. They didn't do anything or acknowledge it.
Good luck in your quest to get sponsorship. You clearly love them and can't see past the hype.
Big love Ben - I wear GymShark everyday, constant inspiration
What a bloody year! proud to be a part of it
Humility at its finest. I wish you the best for 2021. Soon I’ll be launching my own clothing line. You’re so inspirational.
A true leader, humble, and deserves every dime of success. Great work Ben, you're an inspiration to others!
So flippin' amazing, Ben!! Thank you for always inspiring and being an amazing role model for so many people including me! 🦈 The community, platform and brand you have built is incredible. So excited to see the amazing things to happen for you next!! 💙
What a great year and what an inspiring story 👏 All the best for 2021 😀
man, i have absolutely loved the growth and everything you have built ❤ been following you since 2015 back when i was in the fitness industry
Been here since the first video was published. Your journey is so
inspiring and I hope you will continue to make these videos and share your journey with us :)
Hi Ben, you have truly inspired me to change how I live my life and I can’t thank you enough. Keep up the good work growing your brand and I will continue to support you for years to come. Thank you!
Getting goosebumps as I watch this, incredibly inspiring!
Ben is such a great character. I loved the videos when he was taking about the beginnings which I saw now a couple of years ago. Now seeing where he is at and sit hard working and humble and in the workroom with all the others and still looking amazingly fit, just by looking at him he inspires me. Thank you very much for making your journey pubic and show us what is possible from a small living room with an idea, when you put persistence, discipline together with a dream. Greetings from Germany, Dirksón!
I don't like Gym Shark clothing personally but I'm a huge fan of Ben. Big year ahead!
Creating an 800 million dollars valued company (pre-investment) in 8 years without any precedent investments is insane. I'm not a huge gymshark fan but your story is truly inspiring. Congrats on all the success you've achieved with your brand. (The fact that you still own 70% of the equity of gymshark is also insane lol)
Once again Ben, I'm SO PROUD of you, your accomplishments, and what Gymshark stands for. I am always so proud to wear Gymshark clothing because of it
Gymshark66 was one of the most amazing experiences I've had the pleasure of being apart of so far in my life. Definitely the highlight of 2020! Gymshark are truly an amazing brand!
Well done Ben, and your team. What a fantastic business Gymshark is.
Well done, well deserved! You're the inspiration i love you and i love how humble and good man you're I hope to meet you one day. Wish you more success brother.
Hi Ben, I've only began watching your videos when I saw on LinkedIn about your deal. Thank you for your transparency and inspiration to achieve. After watching your videos, it's clear you've worked hard and well done for the succes of last year!
So amazing, literally has goosebump!! Thanks for everything!
wow, awesome montage of the year. Every success fully deserved
Production value on this bit is madddd
I usually don't comment, you are truly inspiring brother ❤
2020... WHAT A YEAR!
Love this so much Ben, congratulations on all your success.
Still gutted i missed the london pop up back in march due to covid 💔 but 2020 was HUGE for gymshark so proud!
Another brilliant video. Thanks Ben, wish you and Gymshark all the best.
So inspirational 👏 absolutely love to see people doing well for themselves. Congratulations on 2020, here’s to ‘21 🎉
it has always been motivating, uplifting and empowering watching your videos! keep it up Ben and the rest of the team!
Insane year - congrats 🎈🎉
Ben, you are a beast! Thanks for motivating and expiring us so much. Greetings from Spain. I hope you continue to achieve goals and sweeping as always!
Gymshark was the last block in my puzzle. Thanks a ton❤️
Ben, you are the best, I really appreciate all that you do to inspire entrepreneurs like myself and show that anything is possible if you set your mind to it!
No hay nadie del habla latinoamericana?, sigo a GYMSHARK desde Colombia y son mi mas grande y fabulosa inspiración, no solo por el maravilloso producto que aun no he tenido la dicha de conocer y tocar, sino por el maravilloso talento humano que ha cosechado este maravilloso nombre. Ben Francis, una gran luz para muchos que deseamos seguir batallando el camino hacia el éxito. GYM SHARK se come el mundo por un mejor cambio.
Why am I crying!!😂 really proud of the amazing things you have achieved, it’s nice to see someone from an average background do so well in life. Must be a surreal feeling!
Good stuff, all the best for gym shark in 2021
This guy deserves it all, man. Well f>#%\g done!! Truly a humble inspiration.
Always waiting for your new videos. Thanks, Ben for inspiring us once again! Hopefully, we will reach our goals someday.
Super proud, Ben! Gymshark is such an amazing company.
The behind the scenes of a billion dollar company is chaotic! Thank you for creating such a great company and community!
Yet again. Great job... Well deserved.
Jealous but in a good way, guys humble deserves all of it
Great watch and many congratulations. Please put more r&d in to sustainable packaging & products. Growth doesn’t meaning anything if the planet isn’t in the same condition for future generations 🙌🏻
Sweaty hands, shivery body... Ben, thank you for making me believe in what's possible. Keep disrupting and refining the future!
Great year for GS, especially considering all of the circumstances. I hope as you continue to grow, you don't overstretch and improve things like your recruitment process, because unfortunately it was one of the worst I've been through with regards to communication, being left hanging for months after receiving good feedback and told how it was going to progress, amongst other things.
I think yours might have been an anomaly - their communication and customer service is top notch!
@@arthurtheaardvark13 What has customer service got to do with recruitment...?
Always looking forward to your next video, you are an inspiration to so many people. Thanks for creating this content for us Ben 👊
Love the graphics on these films :) 👏
Ben, amazing and so inspiring !!! Thanks for your content and job you have done !
Wishing Gymshark even more growth 💪🏼 thank you for inspiration and the best activewear 😍
Man u are amazing I downloaded u podcast to listen to and benefit from your great experience U are an inspiration for me as I wanna be billionaire before 30 I'm now 21 and have an amazing startup keep up the good work hope you more success
Dude you are literally my inspiration.
Amazing Ben well done
Keep up the awesome work Ben, you're an inspiration!
Such a inspiration! I wish you the best!
Congrats on everything! Can't wait to see what Gymshark got in their pockets for this year!
🤑🤑🤑🤑Cash is what they have in their pockets.
Absolutely amazing Ben!!
Very inspiring. Me, myself am also in my own journey, Ik where I want to be, just figuring out how to get there, but I will!
As a fellow person with autism, you’re a huge inspiration to me chief, one day hope to meet you ✌🏼
Great work, Gymshark!
Insane growth, inspiring story Ben
Truly Inspirational
Love it! Bywater is a beast! I met him at the Gymshark66 event in downtown LA last year before the pandemic
I caught this lad on the TGP and whilst knowing the brand and hearing some controversy, I have to say I was very surprised at this guy. Credit where it is due, he is switched on and seems to be very focused whilst trying to improve.
It's not the revenue, it's the person who inspires me most. Being a good person and zealous in your efforts yields the success Ben has accomplished. It's a pleasure to watch Gymshark grow and thrive.
It's funny, there were a few times in the video, I heard the outlook e-mail alert , like at 5:05, which had me instantly going back and checking my e-mails! Working from home life, I guess"
Ahhh I was hoping nobody would pick up on that, I had the same problem whilst editing haha!
@@jamesperrett6022 As an e-mail addict, I'm too conditioned to quickly rush to my inbox whenever I hear the noise I'm afraid! But a fantastic video, I did a video edit last week and you could hear my brother-in-law belching so it's just all part of the fun and challenges of WFH!
Absolutely phenomenal
Obsessed with these
*13 Life-Tips I wish I Knew In My 20s:*
1. Don't Lie, ever
2. Learn to be Brave
3. Learn to Say No
4. Develop a Code and Live By It
5. Be Patient with Yourself
6. Learn to Listen
7. Avoid Debt
8. Seek out a Mentor
9. Develop a Space to Confined In and Ask Questions
10. Be Kind, Be Compassionate
11. World changes constantly, keep an open mind
12. Stop Nail-biting & nail-picking habit and get back your healthy, good looking nails(we got you!)
13. Keep an open mind in this fast changing world
For those who are in the rush of changing their lives :-)
I am so amazed by the growth of Gymshark! I’ve been secretly following your accomplishments and it’s so inspiring! Keep growing and keep humble! Thank you for sharing this Ben and happy 2021!
Great video mate, ur really inspiring
You and your journey is such an inspiration to me you where the reason I wanted to become an entrepreneur and start my own business.
Can’t wait , smashing it Ben !
Always an inspiration Ben, excited to see your growth in the upcoming years!
👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 very inspirational, keep growing 💪🏿💪🏿
Ben is a top lad, true gaffer
Thanks for the upload! keep it up
inspiring inspiring inspiring as always!!!
Actually insane👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Excelente Ben, saludos.
Could you make a video on your process to come up with great marketing ideas?