Get Ready to Shine: Your Video Introduction Guide!

Welcome to the fun side of video introductions! Ready to show off your personality and charm? Follow these simple steps to prepare and submit your video introduction, to help your community get to know you better. Whether you’re a natural in front of the camera or feeling a bit camera-shy, we’ve got you covered with tips to make the process smooth and enjoyable.

1.) Scheduling:

Just CONTACT US and let us know you want to do an intro video. We’ll coordinate with you by phone and/or email to set up a date and time. Some videos are done in-person, and some are online via Zoom.

2.) Q&A:

We’ll send you some suggested “interview-style” questions that we’ll ask you during your interview. The questions are light and simple, and promote a relaxed “conversation” style interview. You can review the questions ahead of time, and remove or add questions to help bring out the best of you and your and what you do.

3.) Set Up:

On the day of the interview, we’ll take a casual approach and review with you the process. It’s really easy and relaxing – we’ll ask you the questions as if we’re together in a local coffee shop just getting chatting.

4.) Posting:

Once the interview is complete, we’ll post it to the ACRN website (typically with 5-10 business days). We typically include your video intro in our newsletter, and post it to ACRN’s social media (and we encourage you to do the same with yours).

And that’s about it!

Easy-peasy.

Our Typical Interview Questions:

(all questions are optional)

Q-1-a: Who are you – What’s your name and what’s your title? (very short)

Q-1-b: Your Job – What’s your elevator pitch? 
(briefly explain your business/organization and what you do)

Q-2: Motivation – What lights you up and makes you excited to tackle the day?

Q-3: Motivation – What do you love about what you do?

Q-4: Tell All (work-related) – Is there something you think the public might not know about what you do that you wish they did?

Q-5-a: Your Start – (for entrepreneurs) Alright, let’s hear the story behind your startup! What made you take the plunge into the wild world of entrepreneurship?

Q-5-b: Your Start – (for employee) What’s the juicy backstory of how you ended up working for this amazing organization?

Q-6: Accomplishment – Okay, time to do some humble bragging! What’s the most awesome thing you’ve accomplished in your work so far?

Q-7: Joke – Lighten the mood for us! It’s time for some comic relief… 
got a favorite joke, pun to share with?

Q-8: Ice Breaker – Okay, let’s say I spot you at a networking event, and I want to come over and chat. What’s the best ice-breaker that’s guaranteed to make you smile, laugh, and allow a conversation?

Q-9: Inspiring Quote – We all have that one quote that speaks to our soul and gives us the motivation to keep grinding. What’s yours?

Q-10: About You (personal) – What’s a little-known fact about you that might surprise us?

Q-11: Advice – What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever?

Click to preview/download our typical interview questions.

Suggestions for preparing for your video interview

• Lighting: Find a well-lit, quiet spot where you feel comfortable. Natural light works wonders! Or a “ring” light is also good. Be sure most of the light is on you, and not the background.
• Dress to Impress: Wear something that makes you feel confident and reflects your personality.
• Be Yourself: Review your answers to the prepared interview questions, but don’t read them!. Keep it authentic, natural, and engaging.
• Smile and Speak Clearly: Your enthusiasm and clarity will make a great impression.
• Rehearse: Run through your answers a few times. It helps reduce nerves and boosts confidence.
• Stay Relaxed: We’re here to help make you feel relaxed and comfortable and natural. Have fun with it! Your natural charm will shine through.

And that’s it! You’re ready to share your fabulous self with your community.
We can’t wait to get to know you better!