Looks complicated. Isn’t.


Hey Reader,

When people first see the vidKit, they assume it’s going to be complicated.

Two cameras.
Clean audio.
A full remote studio - all packed into a single case.

It looks like something that should take time, skill, or tech experience to set up.

But here’s what Michael (a first-time user) told me as soon as he tried it:

“It was extremely easy to figure out.”

And that’s the real point.

Because when setup is easy, a few important things happen:

  • the person on camera stays relaxed
  • the interview runs smoother
  • the results are more consistent
  • and the story comes through clearer

All without the usual rigmarole of travel, gear, or troubleshooting.

Ease isn’t just a nice-to-have.
It’s what makes higher-quality, insight-rich testimonials possible - anywhere.

If you’d like a simpler, calmer way to capture great stories from clients or teams outside your zip code, just reply to this email. I’m happy to walk you through how the vidKit works.

Stay rooted and keep building,
- Neil

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