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Get ready for some straight talk in this episode as I dive into the crucial topic of setting boundaries and not turning every moment of your life into content. I share my own experiences and the hard-earned lessons I’ve learned along the way. We’ll chat about the importance of focusing on one or two platforms instead of spreading yourself too thin trying to be everywhere at once. I can’t stress enough how vital it is to have a healthy respect for your own boundaries and to carve out specific times for your side hustle. I’ll dish out tips on avoiding the mindless social media scroll and suggest some game-changing moves like deleting those distracting apps from your phone. We’ll wrap things up with a sneak peek of what’s coming in the next episode and I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences too. This episode is all about finding balance, staying sane, and thriving as a content creator. Tune in and let’s keep it real! Finding what will perform well isn’t easy, but VidIQ is my go-to solution for tracking trends, keywords, and what my viewers are looking for. When you download the VidIQ extension you will be able to level up your content! Get vidIQ to blow up your channel at⁠⁠⁠⁠ womeonofvideo.com/vidiq⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our community is focused on helping women not only to be better creators but to also make money doing it. Spreadshop allows for you to start making money as soon as you have merch to sell. You can open your FREE online merch store with Spreadshop in minutes! Cost-free, hassle-free, it’s merchandising made easy. Click this link to get started for FREE! Get started with Spreadshop at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://womenofvideo.com/Spreadshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Desiree at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://t.ly/GbY4⁠⁠⁠⁠  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 02:15 The Dangers of Being a Family Vlogger 03:39 Setting Boundaries in Content Creation 06:30 Choosing the Right Opportunities 09:14 Not Everything Needs to Be a Business 10:38 Focus on Quality, Not Quantity 13:23 Establishing Boundaries and Priorities 14:18 Mindful Social Media Usage 15:20 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

Get ready for an epic chat as I sit down with the fabulous Latasha James, a YouTube powerhouse who’s all about helping freelancers and content creators make bank. We dive into keeping the passion alive in content creation and the wild ride to hitting that full-time YouTube income. We also tackle the highs and lows of sponsorships, the magic of long-term partnerships, and why brands need to respect our expertise. Latasha shares her early blunders, the game-changing power of case studies, and how content creators can offer killer done-for-you services. I also spill the tea on my own journey, highlighting the importance of alignment in partnerships—choosing those that truly vibe with my audience’s needs and budget. We chat about the immense value of networking and building solid industry relationships. I break down my income streams: AdSense, sponsorships, affiliates, memberships, services, courses, and consulting/speaking. Plus, I dish out insights on my email marketing strategy and staying in your zone of genius. And of course, I reveal my exciting future plans, focusing on full-service work and ramping up my speaking gigs. This episode is loaded with tips, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t want to miss! Get vidIQ to blow up your channel at⁠⁠⁠⁠ womeonofvideo.com/vidiq⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our community is focused on helping women not only to be better creators but to also make money doing it. Spreadshop allows for you to start making money as soon as you have merch to sell. You can open your FREE online merch store with Spreadshop in minutes! Cost-free, hassle-free, it’s merchandising made easy. Click this link to get started for FREE! Get started with Spreadshop at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://womenofvideo.com/Spreadshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out Gigastar at ⁠https://gigastar.io/⁠  Follow Desiree at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://t.ly/GbY4⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow Latasha at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thelatashajames⁠  Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview 03:36 The Importance of Passion in Content Creation 08:39 Journey to Full-Time YouTube Income 11:54 Challenges and Benefits of Sponsorships 19:00 Building Case Studies and Proving Value to Brands 21:50 Positioning as an Expert and Offering Done-for-You Services 24:35 Success Story: Long-Term Partnership with MetraCool 25:23 Alignment in Successful Partnerships 30:32 Diversifying Income Streams 34:18 Simplifying Email Marketing 38:32 Operating Within Your Zone of Genius 42:21 Future Money Moves: Full-Service Work and Speaking Engagements

Get ready for some real talk in this episode as I open up about my recent rollercoaster ride with sponsorships and the hurdles I’ve faced along the way. I dive into my partnership with adobaro and the tough decision to end that relationship due to personal circumstances. Plus, I share the bittersweet story of my long-standing sponsorship with StreamYard, which is wrapping up because of their recent acquisition. We’ll chat about the vital importance of setting boundaries, knowing your worth, and charging accordingly. And of course, we’ll tackle how to stay nimble and adapt to the ever-changing sponsorship landscape. This episode is packed with candid insights and lessons learned—tune in and get inspired to navigate your own sponsorship journey! Finding what will perform well isn’t easy, but VidIQ is my go-to solution for tracking trends, keywords, and what my viewers are looking for. When you download the VidIQ extension you will be able to level up your content! Get vidIQ to blow up your channel at⁠⁠⁠⁠ womeonofvideo.com/vidiq⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our community is focused on helping women not only to be better creators but to also make money doing it. Spreadshop allows for you to start making money as soon as you have merch to sell. You can open your FREE online merch store with Spreadshop in minutes! Cost-free, hassle-free, it’s merchandising made easy. Click this link to get started for FREE! Get started with Spreadshop at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://womenofvideo.com/Spreadshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Desiree at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://t.ly/GbY4⁠⁠⁠⁠  Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Sponsorship Drama 01:09 Navigating Sponsorship Challenges 08:12 Adapting to Changes in the Sponsorship Landscape 14:06 Building Strong Relationships and Cultivating a Positive Company Culture 16:27 The Bittersweet Goodbye

Get ready for a jam-packed episode as I sit down with Jessica Dante, the fabulous host of Love and London, a YouTube channel that’s a must-watch for anyone visiting London. We dive into Jessica’s unique journey as a YouTuber and uncover the clever ways she monetizes her channel. From building a powerful email list to creating digital products, we explore the art of thinking outside the box when it comes to making money. Jessica opens up about launching tours and experiences and the tough times she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Jessica shares her adventures as a travel content creator, including how she navigated financial hurdles, dealt with legal threats, and found creative income solutions. We reminisce about Jessica’s most successful moments, like landing a major sponsorship and the booming success of her London itineraries. Jessica and I break down her diverse income streams—courses, digital products, sponsorships, AdSense, affiliates, and site advertising—and stress the importance of having a solid website to support your content and monetization efforts. Plus, Jessica spills the beans on her exciting plans to expand her business to Paris. This episode is packed with real talk, inspiration, and actionable tips you won’t want to miss!  Finding what will perform well isn’t easy, but VidIQ is my go-to solution for tracking trends, keywords, and what my viewers are looking for. When you download the VidIQ extension you will be able to level up your content! Get vidIQ to blow up your channel at⁠⁠⁠⁠ womeonofvideo.com/vidiq⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our community is focused on helping women not only to be better creators but to also make money doing it. Spreadshop allows for you to start making money as soon as you have merch to sell. You can open your FREE online merch store with Spreadshop in minutes! Cost-free, hassle-free, it’s merchandising made easy. Click this link to get started for FREE! Get started with Spreadshop at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://womenofvideo.com/Spreadshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Desiree at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://t.ly/GbY4⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Jessica at ⁠http://t.ly/wX3x4⁠   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 03:02 Love and London: Creating Travel Content for Visitors 06:13 First Taste of Income: AdSense and Digital Products 09:46 Driving Traffic: Browse, Suggested Videos, and Search 14:30 Monetization Strategy: Focus on Email List, Not Subscribers 16:18 Building an Email List: The Key to Monetization 22:38 Financial Struggles During COVID-19 23:30 Navigating Financial Challenges 28:48 Successful Financial Moments 29:44 Diversifying Income Streams 33:27 The Role of a Website 44:14 Expanding Business to New Locations

Get ready for a deep dive into the world of marketing with Fab, the brilliant founder of Alt Marketing School, on this episode of the Women of YouTube podcast. We cover everything from staying relevant in a fast-paced industry to keeping up with the ever-changing marketing landscape and truly connecting with your audience. Fab takes us through her incredible journey in the marketing world and how she brought Alt Marketing School to life. We chat about the crucial importance of finding your audience and creating content that genuinely resonates with them. Looking ahead, we explore the future of marketing, highlighting the rise of vlogs and the undeniable power of storytelling. Fab wraps up the episode with some empowering advice for women creators, reminding us all that we are enough and we’re doing great. It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to up their marketing game and stay inspired!   Finding what will perform well isn’t easy, but VidIQ is my go-to solution for tracking trends, keywords, and what my viewers are looking for. When you download the VidIQ extension you will be able to level up your content! Get vidIQ to blow up your channel at⁠⁠⁠⁠ womeonofvideo.com/vidiq⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our community is focused on helping women not only to be better creators but to also make money doing it. Spreadshop allows for you to start making money as soon as you have merch to sell. You can open your FREE online merch store with Spreadshop in minutes! Cost-free, hassle-free, it’s merchandising made easy. Click this link to get started for FREE! Get started with Spreadshop at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://womenofvideo.com/Spreadshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Desiree at⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://t.ly/GbY4⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Fab at ⁠http://t.ly/JLIyA⁠  Check out Alt Marketing School at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@altmarketingschool⁠  Chapters 00:00 Introduction 13:22 Staying Relevant and Keeping Up with the Changing Landscape 29:29 The Future of Marketing: Vlogs and Storytelling 39:06 You Are Enough and Doing Great in Your Journey as a Creator