Episode 61

Julia and Nathan share a simple method for adding cohesive story timelines to your videos using inspiration from popular sitcoms. And some news about Spotter Studio. Main Topic: A Simple Key to Storytelling 00:12  Spotter Studio Update10:53  Narrating v Talking Head17:11  Character Guardrails

As a creator, you’re forced to live on the same platforms designed to distract you. In this episode, Julia and Nathan cover practical tools and strategies to help you use social media and YouTube intentionally so you can create more and scroll less.  Main Topic: The Creator Focus Paradox 01:23  Browser Profiles03:08  Feed Blockers08:33  Times…

Do you include sources in your blog posts? Should you? Nathan & Ricky discuss best practices for citing coursing in the blogging industry, when you need to cite sources, and the value of a source. They also discuss custom homepages. Main Topic: Authority & Sources 03:12 P24 Question: Sourcing Articles 04:01 What Sources are OK?…

YouTube is celebrating 20 years by hosting a gathering in all 50 states. It’s open to all creators, but you need to RSVP apply. Julia & Nathan recently attended the Idaho event and share their experience. They also give updates on YouTube Shorts and hint at a new Channel Makers video coming soon about changes…

Nathan & Ricky are on the phone with Mediavine co-founder, Amber. She describes how Mediavine came to be and what sets it apart from other ad services. Amber also gives tips for helping your site be ready for Mediavine ads. Main Topic: Mediavine Interview 00:29  The Mediavine Story 07:03  How Mediavine Works 10:32  Google Ads…

In part 2 of our “Your Best Year Ever” mini series, Nathan Ricky and Jim discuss financial considerations for the end of the year. Planning ahead with expenses and taxes can save you money down the road.  Main Topic: Business Financial Considerations “Your Best Year Ever” Mini Series 00:54  P24 Question: Search Analysis 02:35  P24…