103. George Cotterhill

In this episode I speak with photographer and director, George Cotterhill.

We explore the intersection of parenthood and entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges and rewards of balancing family life with running a creative business.

George shares his journey from quantity surveying to filmmaking, detailing the birth of his production company, Rhoda Pond Productions, and the evolution of his work in sports content.

He highlights the importance of emotional storytelling, building relationships in the industry, and the continuous learning process that comes with creative work and the significance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Enjoy!

Takeaways

• Parenthood brings unique challenges to entrepreneurship.

• Creative journeys often start from unexpected events.
• Building relationships is key in the creative industry.
• Emotional storytelling enhances video content.
• Learning on the job is invaluable for skill development.
• Transitioning to sports content can open new opportunities.
• Balancing work and family requires boundaries.
• Staying fit helps maintain mental clarity for work.
• Social media can be both a tool and a distraction.
• Documentary filmmaking offers a deeper connection to subjects.