The Loss of Originality in YouTube

Has this ever happened to you? You see an amazing video on YouTube that is getting a zillion views and you think, I should just do that! It works for them, it should work for me, right? Right?? Actually.... no. That's now how it works. Imitating successful channels on YouTube can be tempting, but this approach can actually hinder your growth and be morally wrong.

Copying isn’t always a form of flattery. It can be actually be considered theft. But, the real danger is that it prevents you from unlocking your true potential, and worse, potentially lead you to burnout. So instead, we are going to teach you how steal ideas the RIGHT way.

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Emma Chamberlin

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Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon