📰 You’re Not Behind the Times—You’re Just On Mute


Hi Reader,

I had a call a few days ago with a company that’s rolling out a new way of delivering video—high quality, strategic, and intentional.

They brought me in to show them what’s possible using tools like Ecamm Live, good lighting, solid framing, and thoughtful studio setup.

As I walked them through what could be done, the head of the team paused, looked at what I’d just demonstrated, and said:

“I really feel like we’re behind the times.”

It really hit me.

Doing what everyone else is doing isn’t falling behind. It’s your opportunity!

Because the truth is: they’re really not behind the times at all.

They’re literally doing what almost everyone else is doing.

Regular Zoom calls. Default webcams. Poor audio. No presence. No message alignment.

That is the standard right now. And that’s exactly the point.

This isn’t a problem. It’s an opportunity.

Because if everyone is doing things the same old way, then the moment you choose to level up, even a little, you’re not just improving…

You’re raising the bar while most people don’t even realise there is one.

I mean, let's not understate it... you could be stepping into a completely different stratosphere.

The tools are here. The advantage is yours.

With the tools we have available today—at a fraction of the cost of traditional broadcast setups—you can deliver high-impact, visually compelling, professional-quality content:

📍 In your team meetings

📍 In your client presentations

📍 In your virtual events

📍 In every moment you show up online

And most people still aren’t doing it.

Not because they don’t want to. But because they don’t know what’s possible.

Feeling ‘behind’ is rarely about the tech

When people say “I feel behind”, it’s rarely about the tech.

It’s about how they feel when they show up.

It’s about knowing they could be presenting themselves better, but not knowing where to start.

It’s the quiet discomfort of seeing yourself on screen and feeling like it doesn’t reflect who you are or what you’re capable of.

And that can be paralyzing.

It creates a story that says:

“I’m not ready yet.”

But ready doesn’t come from having the best gear.

It comes from understanding how to use what you have—and building a space that works with you, not against you.

That’s the real opportunity here:

  • To stop waiting.
  • To stop feeling behind.
  • To start showing up as the version of yourself that’s already in there—just waiting to be seen.

So no, you’re not behind.

You’re ready to show up. Make it count

If this resonates and you want to start building a space that supports your message, not your confusion, I’ve just released a full Video Studio Masterclass that walks you through everything.

No fluff. No overwhelm. Just the clarity to create a setup that works every time you hit record.

I'm offering early access with 50% OFF through April 30th!

Need help figuring out your next step?

If you’re not sure where to start or if you’d like to explore how you could elevate your presence and step fully onto your Digital Stage, I’d love to talk through the possibilities with you. Talk soon, Alec

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Tip Of The Week

Compare Up, Not Down

It’s easy to look around the Ecamm Live community or other creator spaces and feel like you’re miles behind. There are some incredible folks out there doing beautiful things. But here’s the perspective shift:

Don’t compare yourself to feel small. Compare to get inspired.

Because truthfully? We’re still a tiny slice of the online world. Most people are still showing up with default webcams and zero intention. That means the opportunity is wide open.

So if you’re going to compare, let it elevate you!

Amplify Your Voice & Video Influence

Just a reminder in case you missed it, I'll be speaking at AMPLIFY: The Voice & Video Influence Summit, is taking place April 23–24.

This summit is for anyone who’s ready to start showing up with more clarity, more confidence, and more connection, whether that’s on video, on stage, or in your business. I'll be talking about the tools and tech we can use to do that with maximum impact.

You can attend for FREE to start, but I recommend getting the Tier 2 or 3 access options. It WILL be worth it!

VIDEO STUDIO MASTERCLASS

If you’ve been trying to piece together your video setup by chasing YouTube tutorials and gear reviews, this is your shortcut to showing up with clarity and confidence.

The Video Studio Masterclass walks you through everything you need to know to create a professional, confidence-boosting setup—without wasting time or money on the wrong tools.

Everything you need to:

🎥 Master Your Camera

🎤 Enhance Your Audio

💡 Improve Your Lighting

🧰 Simplify Your Tools

🎨 Style Your Studio

🛠️ Take Clear Action

Here's what you're getting:

✅ 100+ in-depth lessons across 16 modules

✅ Lifetime access plus all future updates

✅ Access to the Digital Stage Network community (worth $250/yr)

✅ The knowledge to build a space that supports your voice & value

✅ A course that will grow with you whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading what you’ve got

Get 50% OFF during our early access launch through April 30th.

Until next time…

Thanks for being someone who cares about how you show up—not just for your audience, but for yourself.

The real edge isn’t in having the fanciest gear; it’s in having the clarity and courage to use what you’ve got to lead, connect, and make an impact.

Keep showing up with intention. Keep leaning into your voice.

And if you ever want a sounding board, I’m right here.

Have a great day,
Alec
🙏😊

Alec Johnson
Founder 🎬 Take One Tech

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