Matt Ragland and Tim Forkin share valuable advice for new creators in this episode. Tim discusses the importance of expanding beyond your comfort zone, while Matt emphasizes the need to focus on one topic and platform. They touch on building a business vs. creating for fun, avoiding the expert trap, and balancing creativity with business goals.

Email marketing experts Matt Ragland and Tim Forkin share a step-by-step guide on launching a profitable newsletter, covering topics like setting up landing pages, incentivizing audience sign-ups, types of newsletters, and monetization strategies. Learn how to make thousands of dollars per month through engaging newsletters.

Digital product pricing expert Matt Ragland and digital marketing specialist Tim Forkin discuss the Value Ladder framework for pricing, ranging from high-end offers to free options. They emphasize starting at the top of the ladder, transitioning to group services, and the importance of over-delivering value to customers.

Guest Matt Ragland discusses 10 essential books for creators covering mindset, business, and process. Tim Forkin provides creator advice. Topics include books like 'The War of Art' and 'Dotcom Secrets'. Learn how to apply key learnings for business success.

Guest Matt Ragland, expert in repurposing content, shares strategies on maximizing content reach and efficiency. Topics include repurposing event content for newsletters, leveraging YouTube for audience engagement, and adopting a seasonal model for content creation. Learn best practices for managing older podcast episodes and strategic distribution of content. Explore the value of repurposing past content for new opportunities and partnerships

Matt Ragland and Tim Forkin discuss the fastest ways for creators to make $10,000/month, covering newsletters, coaching, and courses. They share insights on growing subscribers, building connections, and launching courses successfully.

Matt Ragland and Tim Forkin discuss pushing through initial resistance to create content, managing time effectively, and balancing quality with limited time. They share tips on succeeding on YouTube with little time and prioritize message quality over production value.

Discussing the challenges of starting new projects as creators, the hosts share their Mount Rushmore of influential creators who inspire them. They highlight the importance of finding balance between planning and execution, while reflecting on the impact of figures like Seth Godin and Chris Smoove on their creative journeys.

In this engaging conversation, Matt Ragland, a creator-operator hybrid known for his work with notable creators and as an early ConvertKit employee, shares his journey to 100K YouTube subscribers. He dives into the art of finding one's niche, transitioning content types, and the tools that streamline video production. Matt also emphasizes the importance of diversifying revenue streams and mastering email marketing to build deeper connections with audiences. With practical tips and inspiring anecdotes, he offers valuable insights for aspiring creators.

The hosts introduce the new HeyCreator show and discuss upcoming creator trends. They explore separating personal brand from business and what the show will be about. They also touch on positive experiences with the Riverside podcast recording tool and mention influences like Tony Hawk and Seth Godin in content creation.