What Comes First: Build Your Audience or Build Your Course?

What Comes First: Build Your Audience or Build Your Course?

Are you waiting to launch your YouTube channel until your course is ready? Or holding off on creating your course until your channel reaches a certain subscriber count? I have great news – you can stop stressing over which comes first! In this post, I’ll explain why either path can lead to a thriving online…

Best and Worst Screen Recording Apps 2024
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Best and Worst Screen Recording Apps 2024

Are you a YouTube creator or online business owner looking to build a binge-worthy YouTube channel? Screen recordings can be an easy way to achieve this goal, but video quality, ease of recording, and a polished edit are critical factors to consider. So let’s talk about the best and worst screen recording apps, because one…

What to Spend on Gear When You’re Trying to Grow your Video Brand
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What to Spend on Gear When You’re Trying to Grow your Video Brand

As a content creator or online business owner, having the right gear can make a huge difference in the quality of your videos. However, it’s important to invest in gear that will help you grow your video brand, rather than just buying what’s popular or trendy. It’s important to remember that it’s not the gear…

SIMPLE Talking Head Videos that *actually* Grow Your Channel
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SIMPLE Talking Head Videos that *actually* Grow Your Channel

As a business owner looking to grow your audience on YouTube, creating simple talking head style videos is a great way to get started. However, there’s more to it than just turning on your camera and talking. In this article, I’ll provide you with some useful tips and insights on how to create simple yet…

How Video Podcasting Can Benefit Your Online Business
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How Video Podcasting Can Benefit Your Online Business

If you’re a YouTube video creator looking to grow your business and audience, this article is for you. Recently, I’ve been experimenting with different video formats and have been wanting to try my hand at video podcasting for quite some time. In this post, I’ll share my insights on the benefits of video podcasting for…

How I ✨ POLISH ✨ my YouTube Videos in Premiere Pro
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How I ✨ POLISH ✨ my YouTube Videos in Premiere Pro

Even the simplest of talking head style YouTube videos need a little extra polish, but who wants to spend more time editing your YouTube videos? If you’re like me, you understand the importance of adding that extra touch of polish to your content without spending hours in the editing room. Well, buckle up, because today…

How to Use Descript if You’re Used to a “Real” Video Editor
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How to Use Descript if You’re Used to a “Real” Video Editor

If you already know how to edit your YouTube videos in Premiere Pro or Final Cut, then what the heck do you even need Descript for? It’s kind of infuriating to use if you already know how to use a traditional timeline editor. However, despite Descript’s quirks, it has improved my workflow quite a bit….

Best AI Note Taking Apps 2024 (Otter vs EVERYTHING!)
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Best AI Note Taking Apps 2024 (Otter vs EVERYTHING!)

As a YouTube creator and online business owner, I’m always on the lookout for tools that can help me work smarter, not harder. And because I’m a total nerd, I wanted to figure out which one is actually the best. So I decided to test out six different AI note taking apps in a head-to-head…

Making Videos When You Don’t Feel Motivated
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Making Videos When You Don’t Feel Motivated

Hey there, fellow creators! It’s Meredith, and today I want to delve into a topic that’s near and dear to every content creator’s heart: motivation. Whether you’re a seasoned YouTuber or just starting out on your video creation journey, finding the drive to keep producing content can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. But fear…

These Elgato Prompter tips will change how you record videos!
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These Elgato Prompter tips will change how you record videos!

As a YouTube video creator or an online business owner, you are always looking for ways to improve the quality of your content and make the production process easier and more efficient. One tool that can help you achieve both of these goals is the Elgato Prompter. I’ve been using the Elgato Prompter for the…

How to Add GIFs and Memes to your YouTube Videos
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How to Add GIFs and Memes to your YouTube Videos

Adding GIFs, memes, and movie clips to your YouTube videos can make them more engaging and entertaining. But how do you do it without violating copyright laws? In this article, I’ll show you how to add these elements to your videos while staying compliant with copyright regulations. Whether you’re a YouTube creator or an online…

6 Things That Would Make Descript PERFECT (again)
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6 Things That Would Make Descript PERFECT (again)

If you’re a YouTube video creator or an online business owner diving into the realm of content creation, you’ve likely encountered an editing software called Descript. There are so many things to love about Descript. It’s never been easier to create and edit videos and podcasts without having to have a whole lot of technical…

Eye Contact AI?! (Descript Eye Contact Tutorial)
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Eye Contact AI?! (Descript Eye Contact Tutorial)

As a content creator, one of the biggest challenges is to look and sound good on camera while engaging with your audience. The eye contact you make with your viewers is a crucial aspect of building trust and establishing a connection. But what if you could maintain eye contact with your audience even while reading…

FIX Audio Out of Sync in Descript (Audio & Visual Sync Issues)
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FIX Audio Out of Sync in Descript (Audio & Visual Sync Issues)

As a YouTube video creator or online business owner, you know how important it is to produce high-quality content that engages your audience. When your audio and video are out of sync, it can be frustrating and affect the quality of your content. If you are consistently plagued with having your video and audio out…

How to Kill Your YouTube Channel Quickly
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How to Kill Your YouTube Channel Quickly

Is your YouTube channel dying a slow and painful death? I want to share with you the 3 things you can do to kill your channel quickly. Yes, you heard it right. Now, before you jump to conclusions, hear me out. If you’re new here, my name is Meredith, and I’m here to help you…

BEST ScreenFlow Alternatives
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BEST ScreenFlow Alternatives

If you’ve been in the online content creation and business owner space for a while, you know the power of a good screen recording tool. I’ve always been a fan of ScreenFlow, but it may not be the best fit for everyone. There are some alternatives on the market that can be a little simpler…

Multiple Revenue Streams Almost Killed My Business
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Multiple Revenue Streams Almost Killed My Business

The concept of multiple revenue streams has been kind of the go-to expected holy grail as far as content creation and online business is concerned, at least for the last decade when I started going down this rabbit hole. But as I publish this on the last day of 2023, I want to tell you…