The Futur with Chris Do 155 - How to run your own YouTube channel — with Charli Marie
Sep 22, 2021
Charli Marie, Creative Director at ConvertKit and YouTuber, dives into the realities of managing a successful YouTube channel. She shares her journey balancing her day job with her creative endeavors, emphasizing the importance of hard work and authenticity. Charli reveals how embracing vulnerability can enhance content creation and discusses the benefits of building a personal brand in the design community. The conversation highlights overcoming self-doubt, mastering public speaking, and the four pillars of happiness in content creation, inspiring aspiring creators to stay committed to their craft.
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Overcoming Camera Fear
- Make videos to gain confidence on YouTube.
- Embrace initial embarrassment; it's part of the process.
YouTube Beginnings
- Charli Marie's sister inspired her to start a YouTube channel.
- She wanted to find content from designers sharing their experiences.
Creating What's Missing
- Charli Marie couldn't find the designer-focused content she sought.
- This prompted her to create it herself, filling a gap on YouTube.