Whether you want to get serious about YouTube or you see uploading videos as a hobby, who doesn’t love getting more YouTube views, growing your YouTube subscribers, and even possibly earning ad income from YouTube? I love sharing my best YouTube tips here on the blog!
Are you a business owner over 40 wondering if YouTube is right for you? In this video, I reveal what no one tells 40+ business owners about YouTube and why your experience is your secret weapon. We’ll talk about authenticity, building trust, the We Don’t Care Club mindset, and how to grow your channel without…
Are you wondering what’s new in Descript’s timeline? Yes, it’s true… Descript has a whole new timeline. Buttons are moved, buttons are added, buttons are hiding! Personally, I like the changes… I haven’t had any problems with it. However, I know from my own experience (and comments and questions that I see from my fellow…
Are you losing course and membership clients to AI? What if I told you that the very thing you’re selling online… your course, your membership, your meticulously crafted step-by-step program… will soon become obsolete? Not the knowledge itself or your hard-earned expertise, but the delivery mechanism you’re currently using to share that knowledge. Now, I’m…
How to grow a small YouTube channel fast? In this video, fertility coach Sophie Byfield shares the strategies she used to grow her channel from 600 to 1,000 subscribers after joining Video Brand Academy. Sophie dropped so many golden nuggets in this episode (especially the whole “niche within a niche” thing!!) Learn Sophie’s “secret weapons”…
I know that many businesses view YouTube as a powerful lead generation machine for business growth. But the truth is, if you treat YouTube solely as a lead-gen tool, you’ll actually stifle your channel’s growth. In this video, I’ll break down the real key to using YouTube for business growth – it’s about building a…
If your YouTube channel has between 0 and 1,000 YouTube subscribers, and you’re not seeing new subscribers come into your channel every day, despite your best effort to create good content and upload regularly, I’d like to show you how to build a thriving YouTube channel without spending hours creating videos so that your content…
Is a video podcast on YouTube worth it? After 12 months of running my video podcast on YouTube, I’m sharing my honest review! It’s weird to say but my YouTube podcast kinda saved my butt over the last year. What I mean by that is, there have been a few months in a row that…
Want to record polished videos without memorizing and without a teleprompter? I think you’re going to love today’s video, but before we get to that, I want to let you know the doors to Video Brand Academy [http://meredithmarsh.co/vba] are open. Join us for this week’s “What’s Working NOW on YouTube” meetup and get access to…
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….
Descript recently released new and updated layout packs, and it’s something I’ve been hoping for! With the new layout packs and smart transitions, you can easily create smooth, polished videos in less time. This is one of the best Descript updates I’ve seen in a long time and I’m loving it!
How to Find Your Audience on YouTube? Ever wondered if anyone would actually watch your YouTube videos? I get it – I had the same doubts when I started! In this video, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about finding your people on YouTube (spoiler: they’re definitely here!). As someone who’s spent years helping creators find…
How to get to 1000 subscribers? Struggling to reach 1,000 YouTube subscribers without doing shorts or daily content? In this episode, I share the fast way to hit 1K subscribers on YouTube through strategic niche clarity and content planning. Learn how to identify your ideal audience, create your video brand message, and use the spiderweb…
YouTube Video Upload Optimization? Here’s a fun fact that might surprise you… Before you publish a YouTube video, there are THIRTY different settings that you need to check! (Don’t worry, some are less important than others)
Honestly, perfection might be a little too high of a bar for YouTube videos. I prefer polished over perfection, but there are some simple recording mistakes that COULD trip you up and hinder your ability to grow on YouTube without you even realizing it… Before you hit record on your next YouTube video or video…
How do you grow your YouTube channel when you have 0 subscribers with a YouTube growth strategy? This is quite a predicament, right? The predicament: how do you grow your channel when you have zero subscribers? Especially when the algorithm is so like intertwined with viewer behavior… If you don’t have viewers, how is that…
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. 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…
2025 YouTube content planning with AI and Poppy? Heading into a new year, creating a YouTube content plan has been at the top of my mind. But it seems daunting, so I developed a video topic planner that’s easier for visual people like myself. And with Poppy AI doing some of the heavy lifting, I…
I have to say… the new Descript video editing is better than ever. The video editing functionalities have improved, we have all new AI features, and now there’s a whole new way to record your polished pro-looking videos. Descript video editing is so much better in the NEW Descript. Here’s everything you need to know…
Wondering how to fix a stuck YouTube channel? I’m here to help you identify the snags holding your channel back. From understanding analytics to improving watch time and subscriber count, learn the strategies to boost your channel’s growth. If you’re looking for ideas for getting UN-stuck on YouTube, I’ve got you covered! Discover the tweaks…
