🚨 From bouncing between trades to building a full time creative career, Niko’s journey is all about growth, grit, and learning the power of documenting the process. In this episode, Niko opens up about transitioning from hands on job site work to full time videography, the mistakes that taught him the most, and how working with BC Crane shaped his professional standards.

He breaks down why documenting the trades matters, how social media can transform a business, and why authenticity will always outperform perfection. From client relationships to content strategy to the freedom of creative work, this conversation is packed with lessons for anyone building a name in the trades or the media world.

If you’ve ever wondered how to start creating content, how to get your first clients or how to turn simple tools into a full time career this episode brings the clarity, direction and real world experience you need.

What You’ll Learn

✅ How Niko transitioned from the trades into full time videography

✅ Why documenting your work is the biggest growth shortcut for any business

✅ The role of consistency authenticity and simple tools in content creation

✅ How social media builds brand trust in the trades

✅ Lessons in professionalism and learning from mistakes

🔥 This episode is for creators, business owners and anyone ready to start showing their work instead of waiting for the perfect moment.

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