This will actually change your life

My story:

Hi I’m Aaron, I’m 22, and I’m giving myself 67 days to build a video marketing agency from $0 to $10k.

3rd yr dental school begins 19 Jan 2026 and today I just had my last exam for 2nd yr (13/11/25). I have a passion for making videos and editing which is why I want to do this. I also don’t want to work some part time job where I’m working for someone else (I’ve done enough of that since 13yo). I want to create something of my own, by myself, and I want to document the entire journey so I can look back on it one day and even show my future kids. If I can pull this off, hopefully I’ll be able to inspire other uni students to start their dream side hustle while still in uni. Whether or not I achieve this, I’ll post a vlog every single day without fail, even after the 67 days are up.

What even is a video marketing agency? Basically I’m gonna make videos for the social media accounts for businesses like dentists who want to build their personal brand, car dealerships, luxury custom home builders, etc. to help them get more exposure and hence more clients.

What about dentistry? I’m gonna try balance both next year now and see how I go. Hopefully one day I can fully automate my agency.

My email is aarongrowsyourpresence@gmail.com

My Instagram page is @aarongrowsyourpresence

2025/11/25 Edited to

... Read moreStarting a side hustle while pursuing a demanding degree like dentistry is no small feat, yet it’s an increasingly popular way for students to build skills and financial independence. Aaron’s plan to build a video marketing agency from scratch to $10,000 within 67 days is a testament to how diverse passions can be turned into profitable ventures even before graduation. Video marketing agencies specialize in creating custom video content tailored to a client’s unique brand and goals. In today’s digital landscape, videos are a powerful tool for businesses such as dentists, luxury home builders, and car dealerships to capture attention, build trust, and attract new customers. By producing engaging social media videos that showcase expertise, highlight services, or tell the client’s story, an agency helps businesses increase their exposure and client base. Balancing this entrepreneurial effort while preparing for a rigorous 3rd year in dental school requires solid time management and dedication. Documenting the journey through daily vlogs not only serves as a motivational diary but also builds a personal brand and audience who may become future clients or collaborators. For students considering side hustles, Aaron’s approach highlights the importance of leveraging your passions and existing skills to create unique value propositions. The goal to eventually automate the agency illustrates the power of systemizing business processes to maintain work-study balance and achieve scalability. Interestingly, small lifestyle choices such as trying combinations like dried figs dipped in coffee can enhance daily life during intense study and work periods—adding personal wellness strategies alongside career ambitions. Ultimately, Aaron’s journey encourages other university students to embrace entrepreneurship early, share honest progress updates, and persist through challenges. Whether you’re interested in video marketing or another passion project, consistent effort and authenticity can lead to meaningful success during your university years and beyond.

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