Filmmaker and entrepreneur Jake Isham joins DissedMedia A Startup Story to share how persistence, authenticity, and creative storytelling shaped his path from acting to founding Power Thread Productions.
Jake discusses how he helps brands and creators find their voice through film and why telling your story matters more than waiting for the “perfect” moment. He shares lessons on consistency, creative risk-taking, and the mindset that separates those who dream from those who build.
Whether you’re a founder, creative professional, or someone chasing your next big idea, this episode is a masterclass in turning storytelling into a business strategy.
🔖 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction Meet filmmaker and storyteller Jake Isham.
02:58 – From Acting to Directing How Jake’s background in theater shaped his approach to film.
06:40 – The Power of Storytelling Why stories—not products—connect people to brands.
12:22 – Starting Power Thread Productions Turning creativity into a business that helps others tell their story.
18:00 – Working With Limited Resources Building cinematic work with small teams and big vision.
23:45 – The Creator’s Mindset Why consistency and showing up matter more than perfection.
29:10 – Sharing the Journey How documenting your process builds trust and momentum.
34:40 – Advice for Creators and Entrepreneurs Jake’s perspective on staying patient, grateful, and relentless.
40:00 – Closing Thoughts Blake Binns recaps the importance of persistence in creative entrepreneurship.
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visual brand storytelling, brand storytelling, content creators, storytelling for business, filmmaking, Jake Isham, Power Thread Productions, creative entrepreneurship, brand building, persistence, storytelling mindset
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