#667 If you want to stand out online, going the extra mile matters. Even in a crowded space, very few creators have the capacity and know-how to fully serve the niche. The extra mile is never saturated! But, with limited time and financial resources, what aspects of content creation should you become exceptional at? What are the best investments you can make, and which free tools will best grow your audience? Those are the topics of today's conversation with the incredible Roberto Blake of the Create Something Awesome Today podcast. His step-by-step advice is priceless for modern content generation, so don't miss out on this chat. Creators who understand and put their audience first always win. Today's conversation will help you find your competitive advantage and create more compelling content. Listen in, take notes, and enjoy! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session667.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Roberto Blake, creator of over 1500 educational videos, discusses the current state of YouTube, diversifying income streams, click-through rates, audience engagement, AI tools, and the misconception of YouTube as a quick money-making platform. He emphasizes finding passion and consistency for success on YouTube.

In this episode, Sean chats with Roberto Blake about the best 6 ways to make money as a creator! 👉🏻 Join our free 5-day YouTube challenge at http://tube1kchallenge.com/This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒📘 Connect With Roberto Blake    ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@RobertoBlake    ➡️ https://twitter.com/robertoblake    ➡️ https://instagram.com/robertoblake📘 Create Something Awesome by Roberto Blake    ➡️ https://geni.us/aNdzlvAMusic provided by Epidemic Sounds. Start your free trial here ➡️ https://ThinkMediaSounds.comRead through our YouTube disclaimer policy here: https://www.seancannell.com/youtube-discla

Roberto Blake, a YouTube educator and Founder of Awesome Creator Academy, shares his expertise on channel growth and monetization. He discusses the power of AI tools and new features like multi-language audio to expand creator reach. Roberto emphasizes the importance of understanding your audience and creating content with 'Big Creator Energy.' He encourages building a supportive community over strictly niche content. Discover how authenticity and quality can elevate your YouTube presence and foster genuine connections!

Show Notes👉 Watch this episode on YouTube Mentioned on this episode:  Create Something Awesome: How Creators are Profiting from Their Passion in the Creator EconomyTubeBuddyThumblyticsWhat Does It Take to Be a Full-Time YouTuber? (Realistic Numbers)Thinking In Bets by Annie Duke To Connect with Roberto Blake:YouTube: @robertoblakeTwitter: @robertoblake Instagram: @robertoblakeLinkedIn: /in/robertoblakeAwesomeCreatorAcademy.com To connect with Josh Spector:Newsletter: Fortheinterested.com/subscribeSkill Sessions: Joshspector.com/sessionsConsulting: Joshspector.com/consultingTwitter: @jspectorApply to be a guest on the show: Joshspector.com/questions Intro Music Provided By Uppbeat

In this episode, Sean chats with Roberto Blake about how to find your niche on YouTube & 4 questions that reveal the answer ****** Watch our FREE YouTube Masterclass class here 👉http://ThinkMasterclass.comThis video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒📘 Connect With Roberto Blake    ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@RobertoBlake     ➡️ https://twitter.com/robertoblake    ➡️ https://instagram.com/robertoblake📘 Create Something Awesome by Roberto Blake    ➡️ https://geni.us/aNdzlvAMusic provided by Epidemic Sounds. Start your free trial here ➡️ https://ThinkMediaSounds.comRead through our YouTube disclaimer policy here: https://www.seancannell.com/youtube-discla

In this episode, Roberto Blake reveals his secrets for getting 10,000 subscribers per month on YouTube! 👉🏻 Join our free 5-day YouTube challenge at http://tube1kchallenge.com/This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒📘 Connect With Roberto Blake    ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@RobertoBlake    ➡️ https://twitter.com/robertoblake    ➡️ https://instagram.com/robertoblake📘 Create Something Awesome by Roberto Blake    ➡️ https://geni.us/aNdzlvAMusic provided by Epidemic Sounds. Start your free trial here ➡️ https://ThinkMediaSounds.comRead through our YouTube disclaimer policy here: https://www.seancannell.com/youtube-discla

Roberto Blake, a content creation and YouTube strategy expert, shares invaluable insights for aspiring creators. He dives into the DEEPER framework for identifying specific audiences, revealing niche strategies to stand out. The discussion emphasizes the importance of clarity and passion in content creation, practical tips for building a loyal audience, and efficient video production techniques. Roberto also addresses the balance between personal life and YouTube demands, encouraging creators to build relationships for sustained engagement and brand growth.

Roberto Blake and Alex Berman debate whether creators should prioritize building an audience or a product first. They discuss the evolving landscape of monetization for creators and the shift towards selling products earlier in the creator journey. The importance of establishing a loyal audience, strategies for content creators, and the impact of reputation on product launches are also explored.

YouTube educator Roberto Blake discusses the impact of YouTube's recent change to short-form videos. Topics include YouTube's controversial change on including links, control and safety measures, challenges of monetizing short-form content, upcoming changes to YouTube Shorts, and the benefits of regular live streams for audience relationships.