Do video testimonials actually work for small businesses?
40 people answered this on the record, across 8 organisations. The change they described most often was more clients, leads or patients — 15 of 40 raised it unprompted. 8 described clearer systems and processes. The timeframe described most often was over a year. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-07-30. Updated as new interviews arrive.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| More clients | 15 of 40 | 38% |
| Better systems | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| Team & hiring | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| Confidence | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| Felt supported | 3 of 40 | 8% |
| Less pain | 3 of 40 | 8% |
- “We have to have real clients that have experienced your transformation for us to be able to interview.”Curt Maly
- “What's the actual process, and how are you able to do this so so efficiently and so quickly?”Curt Maly
- “Like I see a business started, like, in a year or two and, you know, they got a couple of employees, but where do you see, like, these larger businesses that if they just got more testimonials, like they're already do…”Curt Maly
- “I always had kind of written testimony, quotes from people and there's just this, trust and connection when you have live real people giving you testimony and so I finally like bit the bullet and said you know we're j…”Laura Frontiero
How long it took them
- Over a year · 1
The interviews behind this answer
WatchDr. Diane Mueller Eliminates Testimonial Collection Burdens with Seamless Video ProductionDr. Diane Mueller used Share One to automate the collection of high-impact video testimonials for her businesses. By outsourcing the outreach and interview process, she eliminated the manual burden of following up with clients. Mueller reports the service is…Dr. Diamond Mueller · Share One
WatchVirtual Rockstar Secures Multiple Leads and Strategic Partnerships by Mid-Day OneWill Humphreys and Tone Williams of Virtual Rockstar report that Mindshare delivered immediate ROI, securing multiple leads on their calendar by the halfway point of the first day. The event facilitates networking with top healthcare thought leaders and provi…Will Humphreys & Tone Williams · Mindshare
WatchC60 Power Achieves 20X ROI Using Emotional Video Testimonials for Community EngagementDr. Amie Hornaman of C60 Power achieved a 10-20X ROI by partnering with Share One to produce emotional video testimonials. The videos generated immediate engagement across social media and email, with customers reporting deep personal resonance. Hornaman high…Amie Hornaman · C60 Power
WatchLinda Bill Regains Painting Ability and Clears Brain Fog with bVitalLinda Bill, treated by bVital, successfully regained her ability to paint and eliminated severe brain fog that had previously made her work look abstract. Her husband, Greg, noted that her tremors subdued and fatigue vanished. Through the Eckel Protocol, Lind…Linda & Greg Bill · bVital
WatchSixteen Years of Specialized Marketing Support for a Multi-Location Physical Therapy PracticeRick Rafael of Santa Monica reports that E-rehab.com has provided specialized marketing and website support for his three physical therapy locations for over 16 years. Rafael highlights their deep understanding of the PT business model, noting they successful…Rick Rafael · E-rehab.com
WatchDistal Bicep Recovery Time Cut From Six Months to TwoNick Garcia reviewed OrthoLasVegas after a boating accident caused a distal bicep tear. While standard recovery is six months, Garcia returned to the gym in just over two months. He credits his rapid recovery to a custom plan from Dr. McGee and team that util…Nick Garcia · OrthoLasVegas
WatchFrom Overworked Associate to Three Clinic Locations and Seventeen Team MembersDr. Aisling Lanigan credits Impact LIVEs 2025 and Clinician Business Labs for her transformation from an overworked associate at four clinics to the owner of Flourish. Over seven years, she scaled to three locations, 17 associates, and multiple online program…Aisling Lanigan · Impact LIVEs 2025
WatchCorporate Director Reduced Anxiety and Reclaimed Time for Personal Life GoalsJames Zayner, Director of Marketing, credits BrainJam and Spencer Burnett for helping him restructure his life through the Execute program. Zayner reported a significant reduction in anxiety and stress, losing 15 pounds, and reclaiming time to focus on family…James Zayner · BrainJam
WatchShare One Doubles Conversions and Cuts Ad Costs in Half via Human TestimonialsCurt Maly of Black Box Social Media reports that using Share One’s human-led video testimonials doubled conversions and cut ad costs in half for his clients. Maly emphasizes that in an era of 'AI slop,' Share One’s 42% success rate in capturing authentic cust…Curt Maly · Share One
What they doubted first
- “Yes. Greg Bill admitted he was 'very, very skeptic' about the program initially, but the results made a believer out of him. He noted that the program is not a generic doctor's visit and requires an open mind to see how the different aspects pull together.”Linda & Greg Bill
- “Nick Garcia noted that while the advanced treatments were not cheap, the prices were very much in line with other providers. He highlighted that the team was willing to work with his budget and presented a tiered approach to care.”Nick Garcia
- “it's really a great investment and I would not hesitate to do it.”Aisling Lanigan
Follow-up questions they answered
- How much effort is required from the business owner to get testimonials?
- According to Dr. Diane Mueller, the process is incredibly simple. She only had to provide a list of names and emails and notify her clients that Share One would be reaching out, after which the team handled every step of the follow-up and production. — Dr. Diamond Mueller
- Is Share One worth the investment for a small business?
- Dr. Mueller states that Share One is one of the cheapest investments a person can make from a marketing standpoint. She believes the value provided in drawing out impactful details from clients far exceeds the price they charge. — Dr. Diamond Mueller
- Where can these video testimonials be used effectively?
- Dr. Mueller plans to use the videos on her website to build a 'wall of love,' in social media posts, and within email campaigns to provide social proof that backs up her marketing copy and calls to action. — Dr. Diamond Mueller
- Is the Mindshare Collaborative worth the investment for vendors?
- Will Humphreys states that the Mindshare Collaborative makes your return on investment exponential by driving people to your table. He notes that by the middle of the first day, he already had a number of leads on his calendar. — Will Humphreys & Tone Williams
- How does Mindshare help with brand recognition?
- According to Will Humphreys, being at the event allows you to be associated with top brands and thought leaders in healthcare. This association automatically elevates a vendor's brand across the board. — Will Humphreys & Tone Williams
- What is the networking environment like at Mindshare?
- Will Humphreys describes a collaborative atmosphere where he has already started discussing ways to grow collective businesses with other sponsors. He emphasizes that the organizers know how to get people together effectively. — Will Humphreys & Tone Williams