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  • Storyblocks Video (Videoblocks) Review: An Affordable Stock Footage Option?

    Storyblocks Video (Videoblocks) Review: An Affordable Stock Footage Option?

    When I started creating videos for YouTube, I quickly fell into a format that finds me on camera to introduce a section while filling out the rest with images and clips. While this has worked well for my app reviews and other finance topics overall, there are some limitations — namely, it can be difficult…

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  • YouTube Studio in 2021: The Latest Upload Process Updates for Creators

    YouTube Studio in 2021: The Latest Upload Process Updates for Creators

    Just over one year ago, I wrote a post detailing some of the changes YouTube had been making to its YouTube Studio platform and how these adjustments impacted creators. Since then, the site has continued to make updates — including some that have arrived in just the past couple of weeks. Therefore, I thought it…

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  • 5 Ways to Refresh Your YouTube Channel

    5 Ways to Refresh Your YouTube Channel

    Perhaps the most common piece of advice provided to YouTube creators who are just starting out is “be consistent.” Typically, this means sticking to a schedule and delivering new content with reliable regularity — something that is incredibly important for growth. However, is it possible to be too consistent? In other words, when is it…

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  • YouTube Studio: Exploring Some Recent Updates for Creators

    YouTube Studio: Exploring Some Recent Updates for Creators

    If you’re a creator on YouTube, you may have noticed some changes to YouTube Studio as of late. Little by little, YouTube has been updating the ecosystem in which channels upload their videos, navigate analytics, and more. Like with any changes to popular platforms, these updates haven’t been without some controversy — although YouTube has…

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  • How Much Do YouTube Creators Make? What You Need to Know About the YouTube Partner Program and Monetization

    How Much Do YouTube Creators Make? What You Need to Know About the YouTube Partner Program and Monetization

    If you’ve ever thought about starting a YouTube channel, you’ve likely pondered how much creators actually make. After all, these days there are entire channels dedicated to giving away ridiculous amounts of money or gifts — so are the people behind these channels really making it rich on the platform? Admittedly, answering the question “how…

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  • 5 Things Stopping You From Starting on YouTube (and How to Overcome Them)

    5 Things Stopping You From Starting on YouTube (and How to Overcome Them)

    Have you ever watched content on YouTube and thought, “I wish I could do that”? Unlike television or movies that might be a bit harder to break into, the beauty of YouTube is that anyone can create a video, upload it, and find an audience. Despite this, there are plenty of reasons people cite for…

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  • Growing on YouTube: Investing, Monetizing, Learning, and More

    Growing on YouTube: Investing, Monetizing, Learning, and More

    Just about nine months ago, I started my so-called “YouTube career” by purchasing my first vlogging camera and launching the Money@30 channel. Since then, there have been a number of ups and down, windfalls and expenses. Through it all, though, my channel has continued to grow and I’ve learned a lot in the process.

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  • YouTube Beginner: 5 Things I’ve Learned So Far

    YouTube Beginner: 5 Things I’ve Learned So Far

    Not too long ago, I decided to take the dive and start my own YouTube channel. At the time, my wife and I bought a new camera for our endeavor along with a microphone and, since then, we’ve also purchased a couple of softbox lights to add to our makeshift studio. Beyond the monetary investments…

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  • Get Started Vlogging: Tips From Someone Doing the Same

    Get Started Vlogging: Tips From Someone Doing the Same

    Hopefully this guide to everything I’ve learned so far will aid you as you try to navigate the world of vlogging along with me. Just remember that, while quality video, audio, and editing are important, content is king, so do good work.

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