YouTube Creators Hub: Master Online Video

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Dee and Nick Nimmin and have our annual “State of Youtube” podcast recording. We talk about the themes for 2024 and where we see YouTube going in the future in 2025 and beyond. Dee and Nick are both HUGE players in the Youtube creator space and I have them on at the end of each year to look back and then look forward in the YouTube world! “Unlock Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Skyrocket Your Channel Growth Effortlessly! 🚀 Get Your FREE 30-Day Trial NOW! 👉 Click Here!” 🎙️ Be Our Star Guest! Share Your YouTube Journey on Our Podcast! 🌟 Click HERE to Submit Your Channel and Join the Conversation! 🔥 Boost Your YouTube Game with Exclusive Perks! Join Our Patreon Family NOW & Unlock Access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! 💪 Support the Show & Elevate Your Journey! 🎯 Transform Your YouTube Channel with Personalized Coaching & Consulting! 🚀 Unleash Your Full Potential and Skyrocket Your Success! ✨ Don’t Wait; book Your Session NOW! Connect With Dee Here: YouTube Channel Connect With Nick Here: YouTube Channel Links Discussed In This Episode Fiverr – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier! Bluehost – If you need a website, use this link to get a Free Domain Name and a great deal on hosting

In this episode of Youtube Creators Hub, we’re diving into your biggest YouTube questions and helping you prepare for an epic 2025! From growing your channel in a competitive niche to optimizing your content strategy for maximum engagement, we answer listener-submitted questions and share actionable tips to level up your YouTube game. Whether you’re looking to increase watch time, monetize effectively, or stay ahead of the trends, this episode is packed with insights to help you crush your goals in the new year. Let’s make 2025 your best year on YouTube yet! Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In Episode 426 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty Porter interviews Alexa Saarenoja, a YouTuber who successfully transformed her career after losing her job. Alexa shares her journey of quickly growing her YouTube channel to over 20,000 subscribers by providing valuable content aimed at helping people over 40 succeed on YouTube. The episode dives into her strategies, monetization techniques, the importance of consistency, and how she balances her busy life while managing her channel. Alexa provides tips for dealing with analytical fluctuations and maintaining authenticity with her audience. About Alexa: As a former architect and designer, I’ve transformed my focus to inspiring others over 40 to pursue their dreams on YouTube. Through my journey, I guide and empower people to share their passions, build their channels, and make a meaningful impact online, no matter where they are in life. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Alexa Here: The Creator Boost Tribe (Skool) /// YouTube Channel Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, hosted by Dusty Porter, we dive deep into the success story of Jake Lorraine from the High Response Marketing YouTube channel. Jake, a small business owner with eight kids, shares his journey from creating digital courses to leveraging YouTube to boost his sales. Learn about his strategies for consistent content creation, monetization beyond YouTube AdSense, the importance of hooking viewers in the first 10 seconds, and the value of live streaming.  About Jake: I'm 43 with EIGHT kids, small business owner, realized there's so much opportunity on youtube and took advantage of it. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Jake Here: YouTube Channel Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

Join Dusty Porter in episode 424 of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast as he interviews YouTube creator and productivity expert Matt Ragland. In this episode, they discuss Matt's journey from starting a YouTube channel focused on analog productivity methods to building a successful online presence with right at 100K subscribers. Learn about the importance of finding your niche, transitioning between content types, effective video production tools and processes, and monetizing YouTube content through various revenue streams. Matt also shares valuable insights on the significance of having an email list for creators. Tune in for actionable tips and inspiring stories from two experienced content creators. About Matt: I'm a creator-operator hybrid who's been able to build audiences for my own ideas and work behind the scenes with creators like Ryan Holiday, Sahil Bloom, and Justin Welsh. I was employee #5 at ConvertKit and now run a community for creators called HeyCreator. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Matt Here: YouTube Channel /// Newsletter Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty Porter interviews Laurie from Travel Tips by Laurie. They discuss Laurie's journey from a Masters of Elementary Education to a successful YouTube content creator with over 325,000 subscribers and 55 million views. The episode covers actionable insights for starting, growing, and monetizing a YouTube channel, including the importance of analytics, audience engagement, and creating valuable content. Laurie also shares specifics on her video creation process, brand collaborations, and monetization strategies. About Laurie Laurie is a Houston pilot wife YouTuber sharing tips to help you travel the globe without a worry in the world. A former teacher with a Masters of Elementary Education degree, Laurie now educates passengers with YouTube videos. She teaches travel tips from the 20 plus years flying standby with only a carry-on suitcase. Feel reassured BEFORE you arrive at the airport. By following her packing tips and tricks Laurie will help you be less stressed…because you stressed less. Laurie's channel has had 55 million views over the last 8 years and currently has 325,000 subscribers Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Laurie Here: Youtube Channel /// Instagram Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

Join Dusty Porter in this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast as he uncovers effective strategies for soaring to success on YouTube in 2024 and prepares you for the landscape of 2025. Explore crucial platform changes, the rise of YouTube Shorts, algorithm updates, and new monetization features. Dusty shares his personal experiences and actionable tips for content auditing, enhancing productivity, and avoiding creator burnout. Learn about the resurgence of live streaming, faceless channels, and the ethical considerations of AI-generated content. This episode is packed with essential tools, trends, and practical advice to help you grow your channel and thrive in the evolving YouTube ecosystem. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

Join Dusty Porter in this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast as he delves into the remarkable journey of Sam Caudle, who runs the popular 'Living in Tampa, FL' YouTube channel. Discover how Sam transitioned from Colorado to Florida in 2020 and used YouTube to drive his real estate business, generating over $1.5 million in commissions. Gain expert insights into content creation, audience engagement, and converting viewers into clients. Learn practical strategies for video production, leveraging YouTube to grow your business, and monetization tips for creators. About Sam Sam started his Living in Tampa YouTube channel shortly after moving to Tampa and getting into real estate in 2020. In four years, his YT channel has provided over $1.5m in real estate commissions. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Sam Here: Website /// YouTube Channel /// Instagram Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter discusses the evolving landscape of YouTube and content creation with Josh Griffin from the HVAC Guide for Homeowners. Fresh from attending VidSummit, Josh shares his transformative experiences, insights on audience understanding, and how learning about effective contract negotiations has impacted his approach to sponsorships. They discuss the importance of understanding your target audience, making thoughtful decisions about partnerships, and how networking at VidSummit can reignite a creator’s passion. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of AI on content creation and the continuing opportunities for new and current YouTubers alike. About Josh Josh's youtube channel is HVAC Guide for Homeowners. Joshua has a background in heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing; learning these trades in the construction and property management fields across Virginia and Maryland.  He owns Griffin Air in Hartfield Virginia, Authored the New HVAC Guide found at newhvacguide.com, and is cohost a podcast called Behind the Scenes in Tidewater. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Josh Here: YouTube Channel /// Website Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this week's episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter is joined by YouTube educator Roberto Blake to discuss strategies for growing and monetizing a successful YouTube channel. The conversation focuses on utilizing YouTube's upcoming features like multi-language audio and AI-driven inspiration tools to extend reach and enhance creator-audience connections. Roberto emphasizes the importance of understanding your audience deeply and creating content with 'Big Creator Energy', going beyond the traditional topic-based niche to fostering a community of 'like-hearted' individuals. They explore the balance between quality, authenticity, and strategic content creation as key factors for any aspiring or existing YouTuber looking to make an impact. About Roberto Roberto Blake is a Creative Entrepreneur and Founder of Awesome Creator Academy; a coaching program that helps influencers and entrepreneurs build their brands online. He is the CEO of Create Awesome Media, a Branding Agency focused on helping Content Creators and Influencers. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Roberto Here: Website /// YouTube Channel /// Newsletter Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter sits down with Ben and Alfie Marsh of the musical Marsh Family. They delve into their journey from a viral lockdown video to managing a successful YouTube channel with 160,000 subscribers and 28 million views. The discussion covers their family dynamics, content creation process, dealing with copyright issues, and leveraging Patreon for financial support. Also, hear Ben and Alfie's insights on balancing family time and running a YouTube channel, making authentic content, and building a sustainable community. About Ben and Alfie The Marsh Family is a musical family group based in Faversham, Kent. Vocalists, lyricists, and multi-instrumentalists, the family consists of parents Ben (a history lecturer, 48) and Danielle Marsh (administrator, 47) and their children Alfie (18), Thomas (16), Ella (15) and Tess (12). Having sung together since the kids were born in Scotland, they have grown as fast in fanbase as they have in size, reaching 160,000 subscribers and over 28 million views on YouTube. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With The Marsh Family Here: YouTube Channel | Latest Single | Socials Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode Dusty interviews Emma McAdam, the creator behind the successful YouTube channel Therapy in a Nutshell. Emma shares how she started her channel, her strategies for success, and how she monetizes her content. Discover how Emma produces high-quality educational videos while balancing her busy life, the role of AI in her content creation, and tips on managing burnout as a creator. Don't miss out on actionable insights and the inspiring story of a therapist making mental health education accessible to millions. About Emma Emma McAdam is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She saw the immense need for greater accessibility to mental health education and skills and started making videos for YouTube in 2017. In some way beyond her comprehension, over 1.7 Million people follow her YouTube channel, Therapy in a Nutshell. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Leo Here: Website /// YouTube Channel /// Free grounding skills course Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discordsd

In episode 416 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Leo from the Crash Frontier YouTube channel. Leo shares his journey, methods, and insights into creating high-quality cinematic action videos that have garnered over 170 million views. The conversation delves into Leo's unique techniques for optimizing YouTube monetization, using innovative tools like car physics simulators, and engaging with a passionate audience through community posts and polls. Leo also discusses his strategic use of titles and thumbnails to capture viewer attention and how he leverages YouTube analytics to refine his content. Despite operating on a minimal budget and being a solo creator, Leo successfully produces engaging content that keeps viewers returning. About Leo Leo Glantschnig is the creator behind Crash Frontier, an Australian YouTube channel known for its high-quality, cinematic action short films, which have been watched over 170 million times across the globe. By repurposing a car physics video game engine in ways it was never designed for, Leo pushes the boundaries of traditional content creation and filmmaking. His work seamlessly blends disruptive technologies with big data from YouTube Analytics to entertain millions - all without the constraints of large studios or budgets. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Leo Here: YouTube Channel Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord Show Rundown: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:51 Support and Community Engagement 01:52 Guest Introduction: Leo from Crash Frontier 03:06 Leo's YouTube Journey 04:54 The Appeal of Crash Frontier 06:10 Faceless YouTube Channels 08:25 Creating High-Quality Content 16:20 Optimizing for YouTube Algorithm 29:38 Monetization Strategies 37:40 Final Thoughts and Advice

In this YouTube Creators Hub podcast episode, Dusty sits down with Glory Anna from the 'Glory's Stories' YouTube channel. Glory shares her journey of living a nomadic lifestyle in her Ford Excursion, documenting her adventures through national parks, and detailing the equipment and strategies she uses to keep her audience engaged. They discuss community building, optimizing content, monetization, and balancing creative passion with financial necessity. About Glory Anna Hi my name is Glory and I love telling stories... digital stories. I'm a nomad at heart. I am always looking for the next adventure, the cool story I can tell. I was born in Canada but am now living in the States. For a year, I've had crazy opportunities to sail the Mediterranean, live in a remote town in Hawaii, and now live out of the back of a 4x4 ford Excursion traveling through the stunning national parks of the North West. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty On Fiverr, you can quickly and easily hire skilled freelance professionals for various projects. Connect With Glory Anna Here: YouTube Channel /// Instagram Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord Show Rundown: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:18 Host's Welcome and Announcements 01:54 Community and Support 03:07 Interview with Glory Anna Begins 04:10 Glory's Van Life Adventure 04:50 YouTube Journey and Community Building 10:28 Content Creation and Workflow 24:54 Monetization and Financial Strategies 30:43 Future Plans and Conclusion 32:25 Closing Remarks

This week's guest is Nick Andrews, a semi-retired entrepreneur who runs the 'Sports Card Madness' YouTube channel and podcast, focusing on sports card collecting. Nick shares his journey from starting the podcast with basic equipment to optimizing videos and thumbnails, leveraging YouTube and community-building strategies, and monetizing through affiliate marketing. About Nick Nick is a semi-retired Entrepreneur that now spends his time investing in companies and running a Sports Card podcast and YouTube channel (Sports Card Madness) Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty On Fiverr, you can quickly and easily hire skilled freelance professionals for various projects. Connect With Anderson Here: YouTube Channel /// Website Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord Show Rundown: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:53 Show Sponsorship and Community Engagement 02:09 Guest Introduction: Nick Andrews 02:50 Nick's YouTube Journey and Strategies 17:35 Monetization and Affiliate Marketing Insights 24:38 AI Tools and Future Plans 28:04 Final Thoughts and Advice

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter sits down with Anderson Bluu, a successful graphic designer and YouTube content creator with over 350,000 subscribers. Anderson shares his journey, from starting his YouTube channel in 2016 after a personal loss to growing his audience through engaging videos and YouTube Shorts. About Anderson Anderson is a graphic designer and content creator.  Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty On Fiverr, you can quickly and easily hire skilled freelance professionals for various projects. Connect With Anderson Here: YouTube Channel /// Website Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord Show Rundown: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:51 Supporting the Podcast 02:18 This Week's Guest: Anderson Blue 03:34 Anderson's YouTube Journey 07:07 Challenges and Surprises of Being a YouTuber  10:17 Creating Effective Thumbnails 14:39 Mastering YouTube Shorts 20:17 Newsletter Plans and Updates 20:56 The Swipe and Stay Strategy 21:32 Optimizing Thumbnails for Shorts 22:00 Linking Shorts to Long-Form Content 23:28 YouTube Shorts and Search Optimization 27:10 Monetization Strategies 33:46 Advice for Aspiring Content Creators 36:56 Future Goals and Closing Remarks

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter is joined by fitness YouTuber Mark Lewis. With 325,000 subscribers, Mark discusses his journey from financial services to full-time YouTube content creation. They talk about the importance of niching down, storytelling, and the challenges of monetization. Mark shares insights into his early inspirations, such as Casey Neistat, and how he adapted his content to avoid being derivative. He also explains his stance on sponsorships and brand deals, and how moving to a new rural home represents the next exciting chapter for his channel. Dusty and Mark offer valuable advice for aspiring creators and share personal experiences from their YouTube journeys. About Mark In my 30’s I was out of shape, unhealthy and unmotivated. Today I’m fitter than ever, compete in competitions covering a wide range of sports and have great fun doing so. However, I don’t take any of it too seriously and believe in a balanced lifestyle. My aim is not to be the best, but simply enjoy what I do and try to perform (a little) above average. Since 2022, making videos and recording podcasts has become my full-time job, and it's amazing to be able to make a living entertaining and motivating others. You don’t need to copy me or do what I do…just watch, enjoy, laugh, and get on track to your own success. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Opus Clip assists in creating YouTube Shorts from long-form content. On Fiverr, you can quickly and easily hire skilled freelance professionals for various projects. Creative Fuel: Train Your Own YouTube ChatGPT for better ideas, titles, thumbnails, and more. Connect With Mark Here: YouTube Channel Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In episode 411 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Stacey Grissom from the YouTube channel 'Schoolhouse Homestead.' Stacey shares her journey of converting a 1914 Indiana school into a family home and discusses the development and growth of her YouTube channel, which documents the entire process. With nearly 200,000 subscribers, Stacey dives into storytelling techniques, overcoming challenges, and utilizing Instagram and TikTok to drive traffic to her YouTube. Tune in to hear her insights on content creation, monetization, and strategic growth. About Stacie Stacie is a content creator (currently) focused on telling the story of turning a 100-year-old elementary school into a home for her family. At her previous day job, Stacie began her career as the third employee of BarkBox, where for 10 years she launched and shaped the voice, content, and social channels of the most dog-obsessed company in the universe. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Opus Clip assists in creating YouTube Shorts from long-form content. On Fiverr, you can quickly and easily hire skilled freelance professionals for various projects. Creative Fuel: Train Your Own YouTube ChatGPT for better ideas, titles, thumbnails, and more. Connect With Stacie Here: Website /// YouTube Channel /// Instagram Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty interviews Tyler Cauble, a successful real estate agent and investor who has grown his YouTube channel to nearly 60,000 subscribers. They discuss Tyler's journey, covering his initial challenges, key strategies for promoting content, and various monetization methods, including his $7,000 mastermind program and commercial real estate investments. Tyler shares insights into the importance of production quality, audience engagement, and leveraging additional platforms like Instagram for content promotion. Learn how Tyler's approach could help guide your path to becoming an industry authority on YouTube. About Tyler Tyler Cauble is an accomplished commercial real estate investor, developer, and thought leader based in Nashville, Tennessee. A native of Nashville, Mr. Cauble has not only witnessed the city's rapid growth firsthand but has also contributed meaningfully through his developments, renovations, volunteer work, and investments throughout the community. He is also a SUPER successful YouTube creator. With almost 60,000 subscribers on his 4-year-old YouTube channel, Tyler makes over $60,000 each month, all from YouTube. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Opus Clip assists in creating YouTube Shorts from long-form content. On Fiverr, you can quickly and easily hire skilled freelance professionals for various projects. Creative Fuel: Train Your Own YouTube ChatGPT for better ideas, titles, thumbnails, and more. Connect With Tyler Here: YouTube Channel /// Instagram Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter sits down with Helena Liu, founder of Product Camps and Exams PM. They discuss the journey of creating a successful YouTube channel, the importance of consistency, and the integration of AI and automation tools. Helina shares her insights on effective monetization strategies, overcoming content creation challenges, and the future of AI in the creative industry. Tune in for valuable tips on leveraging AI for content creation and personal growth as a YouTube creator. About Helena Hi, I'm Helena, founder of Product Camps and ExamsPM. My goal is to help businesses enhance their efficiency and effectiveness through AI, automation, and project management. I want to help you turn AI from a novelty into a time-saving tool and become an AI-driven leader. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Opus Clip assists in creating YouTube Shorts from long-form content. On Fiverr, you can quickly and easily hire skilled freelance professionals for various projects. Creative Fuel: Train Your Own YouTube ChatGPT for better ideas, titles, thumbnails, and more. Connect With Helena Here: YouTube Channel Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord