I'm pulling back the curtain on my biggest mistakes that held me back for years. From chasing multiple revenue streams to losing sight of my own vision, I've learned tough lessons that transformed my YouTube business. In this brutally honest episode, I'll share exactly what NOT to do so you can skip the struggles and fast-track your success.
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Real Talk: My Biggest YouTube Mistakes (And What I Learned) | Ep. 46

ByMeredith Marsh

I’m pulling back the curtain on my biggest YouTube business mistakes that held me back for years. From chasing multiple revenue streams to losing sight of my own vision, I’ve learned tough lessons that transformed my YouTube business. It’s hard to believe I’ve been at this whole “online business with YouTube” thing for 10 years….

Every month inside Video Brand Academy, I host a "What's Working Now" meetup. I share strategies that are driving results for me or my clients and break them down so you can apply them to your channel and grow your video brand. Recently, I flipped the script—I asked our members what's working for them. In this special end-of-year session, I’m sharing their answers so you can take these proven strategies and apply them to your channel in 2025. Let’s keep growing together!
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What Works on YouTube NOW (2025) | Ep. 35

ByMeredith Marsh

What strategies for growth work on YouTube? What’s in store for YouTube in 2025? ​I recently did something a little different in my Video Brand Academy meetup. Instead of me sharing what’s working on YouTube, I asked the members: “What’s working for you?” And wow, they did deliver! We had such an amazing discussion filled…

What are the most effective revenue streams for YouTube creators? In this episode, I break down affiliate marketing, YouTube ad revenue, brand collaborations, service offerings, and digital products. Learn how to diversify your income and gain control over your financial future as a content creator.
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5 Best Revenue Streams for Video Creators | Ep. 34

ByMeredith Marsh

What are the most effective revenue streams for YouTube creators? ​In this episode, I break down affiliate marketing, YouTube ad revenue, brand collaborations, service offerings, and digital products. Discover the five key revenue streams that can transform your YouTube channel into a thriving business. Learn how to diversify your income and gain control over your…

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

ByMeredith Marsh

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…

Unlocking Brand Sponsorships: My Honest Review of Brand Deal Wizard
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Unlocking Brand Sponsorships: My Honest Review of Brand Deal Wizard

ByMeredith Marsh

Hey there, YouTube video creators and online business owners! If you’re diving into the world of brand sponsorships, you’re in for a treat. Today, we’re going to explore the Brand Deal Wizard course by Justin Moore, and I’ll share my candid review. This is your go-to guide for understanding the ins and outs of brand…

Revenue Streams for YouTube Creators
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Revenue Streams for YouTube Creators

ByMeredith Marsh

Wondering what revenue streams for YouTube creators are the best? Curious about which of the many streams of revenue available for video creators on YouTube are more profitable than others? In this blog post, we’ll explore the different revenue streams available to YouTube creators, from YouTube ads and brand deals to merchandise and affiliate marketing….

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Pitching Brands for Sponsored Brand Deals

ByMeredith Marsh

This is a red hot topic! Jenny Melrose is my expert friend with years of experience working with brands as a blogger… getting brand deals, publishing sponsored content, and getting paid. Jenny and I spill the beans on our experiences and how you can work with brands too.