Calling all students for Briana MacWilliam Inc...
Myself and the team over here at Briana MacWilliam Inc. are excited to announce a new testimonial contest that will award FREE access to one, eligible enrichment course of your choice, plus a $200 cash prize for the best testimonial, in each course category (there are 9 course categories).
This month marks the anniversary of when we first launched our online courses, and we want to inspire and empower past, present, and future customers, in the spirit of celebration and gratitude.
We are looking for people who have had positive experiences with their courses and would love to share their insights and “ah-ha!” moments with the rest of us. There could be someone out there that relates to your situation and needs the kind of hope that only your story can provide. We are looking for honest feedback about how our courses have helped you since joining our community!
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS...
You are eligible to participate in this testimonial contest if you have purchased and COMPLETED any of the following courses...
- Anxious Attachment 101
- Avoidant Attachment 101
- Disorganized Attachment 101
- Secure Attachment 101
- Healing Attachment Wounds
- Relationship Rescue: A Toolkit for Healthy Communication in Unstable Relationships
- Healing Through The Chakras
- Energy Expansion 101
- 5 Days to Ignite Your Love Light
HOW IT WORKS...
Record a 2-5 minute testimonial (on a smart phone or webcam is fine!)
Submit your video and survey form online.
Receive a coupon for 100% off any enrichment course of your choice.
Enter to win a $200 cash prize for best testimonial (one cash prize for each category).
MORE DETAILS...
#1: Record Your testimonial.
Download your testimonial instructions below, and try to keep your responses between 2-5 minutes. No special equipment is needed, a smartphone or webcam is great.
Quick tips:
1) Practice your responses before you record.
2) When ready, find a quiet space and/or wear headphones to improve the sound.
3) Stand against a blank wall or a space with minimal decoration.
4) Have a light source in front of your face.
5) Fill the frame from the shoulders to the top of the crown, and hold the camera in horizontal format.
You can view examples on my YouTube channel.
#2: Submit Your Video.
You will be asked to answer a few questions on a survey form, and submit your video online. Please upload your video in .mp4 or .mov format, and please include your full name in the file name, as well as the course name in the file name (for example, Briana MacWilliam_Anxious Attachment 101.mp4).
If your file is too large or it won’t upload, you can email it to us at support@brianamacwilliam.com. If it’s too big for email, you can send us a downloadable access link from your video hosting platform.
You will also need to sign a release, allowing us to use your recording.
#3: Receive Your Coupon.
Once your submission is confirmed, within 15 minutes, you will receive an email with a coupon code to purchase one of 9 eligible enrichment courses, for FREE.
The eligible options are listed in your downloadable testimonial instructions worksheet.
To redeem your coupon, you will need to login with your existing credentials to brianamacwilliam.members.com, go to the main dashboard, and select your choice under "Enrichment Courses."
Also, make sure you whitelist the email, briana@brianamacwilliam.com, to make sure spam doesn’t keep us apart!
#4: Enter to win a $200 cash prize.
After submitting your video, you are automatically entered into a contest to win a cash prize for the “best” testimonial in your course category.
Here’s how the contest works: after the submission deadline passes, you will be sent an email, requesting for you to cast one vote in each category, for your favorite testimonial (you are allowed to vote for yourself, in your own category).
The voting will last for 48 hours, and then we will name the winners. Each of the winners will receive a cash prize of $200 to be distributed through PayPal.
If you win, you will be notified by email and will need to confirm your PayPal email address. If you do not have a PayPal account, you will need to open a PayPal account to claim the money. If we do not receive your confirmation and/or the money is not claimed within 48 hours, we will award it to the next runner-up.
IMPORTANT DATES...
Submission Deadline: Sunday March 13th, 11:59pm EST
Voting Begins: Tuesday, March 15th, 11:00 am EST
Voting Closes: Wednesday, March 16th, 11:29 pm EST
Winners Announced: Thursday, March 17th, 4:00 pm EST
YOUR NEXT STEPS...
Interested in participating? Yay! We thought you might be 🙂Your next step is to download your testimonial instructions worksheet and make your video recording.
Once you have finished your recording, you can upload it by clicking on the button below, it will take you to a google form to answer a few questions, sign a release, and submit your video. Then, Make sure you whitelist briana@brianamacwilliam.com in your email system, so you can receive your confirmation and coupon.
Submission Deadline: Sunday, March 13th, 11:59pm EST
Be sure to check your email for your 100% off coupon for any enrichment course of your choice; it should arrive to your inbox within 15-20 minutes..
Remember to look out for our email announcement once the contest ends, and voting begins.
Can’t wait to learn more about your experience!
(Any other questions, please contact us at support@brianamacwilliam.com.)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What if I already submitted a testimonial in the past?
You are still eligible to participate in this contest but will need to submit a new testimonial recording, according to this contest's guidelines.
What if I have purchased more than one course?
You are allowed to submit one testimonial for each course you have purchased. And you will need to submit a separate submission form for each testimonial submitted.
Should I read my answers on the recording?
We suggest downloading the testimonial instructions, which has 4 prompts to help you format and time your video. We recommend writing down your answers first and practicing them a couple of times, so that your recording comes across as more conversational, and less like reading a script. Sometimes it helps if you have a friend or family member ask you the questions off-screen to prompt you.
What if I don’t have nice equipment?
The camera on your smartphone or the webcam on your computer is more than adequate. You could even record your testimonial in Zoom recording studio. As long as you make sure you are facing a light source, instead of backlit, it should be fine. Also, remember to record yourself in horizontal format.
Do I need a microphone?
That is not necessary. The recording devices on your smartphone or the webcam on your computer are more than adequate. If it is difficult to find a quiet place, using headphones while you record can make the audio clearer and reduce background noise and echoing. Standing or sitting against a wall or heavy backdrop will also reduce audio noise.
What about my backdrop?
Standing or sitting against a blank wall or heavy backdrop is best. We recommend a minimal background to keep the focus on you. Additionally, you want to try to fill the frame from your shoulders to the top of your head, for improved visibility and composition.
What if I have trouble uploading the video?
You may record the testimonial in standard definition to reduce the size. Please upload your video in .mp4 or .mov format and please include your full name in the file name, also be sure to include the course name in the file name (for example, Briana MacWilliam_Anxious Attachment 101.mp4).
If your file is too large or it won’t upload, you can email it to us at support@brianamacwilliam.com. If it’s too big for email, you can send us a downloadable access link from your video hosting platform.
With voting, how do I judge the "best" testimonial?
We recommend evaluating the testimonials based on the quality of the recording (including lighting, clear audio, frame, and composition), clarity of expression (how well and concisely the person expresses their thoughts ), how relevant their answers are to the suggested prompts, and overall, if you find the testimonial engaging and inspiring.
We would encourage you NOT to evaluate a testimonial based on the content of their story, as that is going to be unique to every individual and cannot be fundamentally judged as "better" or worse than anyone else's story!
What if I win the cash prize, but I don’t have PayPal?
If you win, you will be notified by email and will need to confirm your PayPal email address. If you do not have a PayPal account, you will need to open a PayPal account to claim the money. If the money is not claimed within 48 hours, we will award it to the runner-up.
What if I change my mind?
Please be sure you are comfortable sharing your video before it is submitted. This is why we request that you sign a release, which is a legally binding contract.
(Any other questions, please contact us at support@brianamacwilliam.com.)