Creator Science

Hrishikesh Hirway, a musician and the mind behind the acclaimed Song Exploder podcast and Netflix series, shares his creative journey. He reveals how a disappointing album led him to launch Song Exploder, examining the delicate balance between artistic freedom and commercial success. Hrishikesh discusses the challenges of evolving from a band member to a solo artist and the transformative experience of transitioning his podcast to Netflix. He emphasizes embracing change and the importance of self-identity in the creative process.

This week, the Creator Science YouTube channel turns one year old!In the first year, we've uploaded: 35 interviews 2 solo videos 9 clips 79 shorts As a result, our channel has: 7,600 subscribers 255,000 views 23,900 hours of watch time $1,008.28 in earnings In this episode, my good friend and YouTube editor, Conor Conaboy, joins me to talk a little bit about our experience on YouTube in the last year.In this episode, you’ll learn: What we learned in our first year on YouTube The changes we've made along the way How we've improved our packaging The challenges for interview podcasts Full transcript and show notesSubscribe on YouTubeFollow Conor on TwitterFollow Jonathan on Twitter***RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ #185: Listener Q&A Part 1***WHEN YOU'RE READY📬 Creator Science Newsletter🚀 Get CreatorHQ (creator operating system)🧪 Join The Lab (private membership community)🧞‍♂️ Get a Personalized Offer***CONNECT🐦 Connect on Twitter📸 Connect on Instagram💼 Connect on LinkedIn📹 Subscribe on YouTube***SPONSORS💼 View all sponsors and offers***SAY THANKS💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts🟢 Leave a rating on Spotify

Ed Lawrence, the creative force behind the Film Booth YouTube channel, is redefining educational content with his entertaining approach. He shares how storytelling can transform mundane topics into engaging narratives, helping educators capture their audience's attention. Ed discusses the importance of packaging, clickbait strategies, and using metaphors to clarify complex ideas. He also emphasizes the need for community-building through bingeable content and effective production planning, ensuring that learning is fun, relatable, and memorable.

Dive into a casual Q&A where burning questions from creators take center stage. Discover insights on building membership communities and when to pivot your content journey. Learn how outsourcing can free up your creative energy and how to maintain audience engagement across platforms. The discussion also highlights the importance of strategic prioritization and refining your focus for sustainable success. Plus, tackle imposter syndrome and explore effective newsletter strategies to enhance engagement and visibility.

Tina Roth Eisenberg, known as Swissmiss, is the visionary behind Creative Mornings, a global platform connecting creative minds. She discusses the humble origins of this movement and how it flourished across 200 cities. Tina emphasizes the joy of pursuing passion projects for fun rather than profit. Reflecting on community-building, she shares insights about creating emotionally safe work environments and the importance of trust within a global volunteer network. The conversation inspires a renewed appreciation for contributing to creative communities.

Paddy Galloway, a top YouTube strategist, has coached major creators like MrBeast and Jesser, focusing on pre-production for optimal video impact. He reveals the secrets behind great video ideas and emphasizes the importance of engaging titles and thumbnails. Paddy advocates for taking fewer, bigger swings instead of many small ones in content creation. He shares tips on brainstorming and developing title and thumbnail concepts that capture viewer interest and enhance video success.

Nathan Barry, Founder and CEO of ConvertKit, delves into exciting developments following their acquisition of SparkLoop. He discusses how this will transform creator earnings and introduce the innovative Creator Network. The conversation highlights strategies for mutual promotion among creators to boost subscriber growth and personal engagement, while also exploring the potential of creating a marketplace within ConvertKit Commerce. Barry emphasizes the importance of collaboration and a flywheel model to enhance efficiency and foster supportive partnerships in the creator ecosystem.

Dan Andrews, co-host of the Tropical MBA podcast, shares his evolution in location-independent entrepreneurship. He reflects on his five-year journey, emphasizing the importance of resilience and adaptability in business. The conversation tackles the psychological hurdles entrepreneurs face, particularly the fear of risk-taking. Andrews discusses the shift from service work to content creation and how it enhances community engagement. He also highlights Twitter's role in personal branding and offers practical strategies for leveraging social media effectively.

Jamie Rawsthorne, former half of the Zac and Jay YouTube show and advisor to brands like Codie Sanchez, shares insights on navigating YouTube's evolving landscape. He discusses how YouTube has shifted towards long-form content and the importance of engagement in thumbnails and titles. Jamie reveals ethical ways to borrow ideas, strategies for blending entertainment with business, and the significance of building an email list for monetization. He also addresses the challenges of burnout in content creation, emphasizing quality over quantity.

Join bestselling author Daniel Pink as he shares insights from his latest work, "The Power of Regret," revealing how analyzing 16,000 regrets can lead to personal growth. Discover why following your passion might be misguided and learn his unique rules for prolific writing. Pink discusses the importance of balancing effort with practicality, his disciplined writing routine, and how thorough research shapes compelling narratives. He also highlights the art of crafting effective book proposals that resonate with both readers and the market.