This Week Was The Best Day Ever

Dale Roberts has written over 70 books, owns a Self-Publishing company, and is crushing it on YouTube with two channels. In this video, I talk with Dale about how he got started, how he creates his videos and how a second channel helps his main channel grow. Let's go.

Meet Steve Andrews, aka The Gigmaster. He's a retired 68 year old who love prospecting and sharing his journey on YouTube. In this video, find out how Steve produces a ton of content, his advice for anyone wanting to start, and the most surprising things he's ever found. Think you're gonna love this episode.

In this video, longtime YouTube creator and author Brian G Johnson talks about his YouTube journey from starting his channel to stepping away after a personal loss, why he came back and why he started a second channel too. You're gonna learn a lot from a YouTube legend.

Growing a YouTube channel can be hard but not impossible. If I can grow my channel to over 20,000 subscribers you can too. Here are 7 things I learned along the way that will help you and your YouTube journey too.

For anyone who just can't get going because you may screw up...you will and that's okay. Here's why.

⭐️ Get your copy today [FOR A LIMITED TIME Kindle only .99¢] : https://amzn.to/3AFXUQJ So super excited to share this with you. Not just a new book, but a little about how my co-author Ross Brand ( @LivestreamUniverse ) wrote it plus a little personal story too.

Want to start a YouTube channel but have zero idea what to talk about, like what your niche is? If so, this episode is for you. I'll share several ideas, like ideas I used, to help me get more focused with my channel. Enjoy and leave a comment too!

Calling anyone over 40 years old. Now is your time to really think about starting your own YouTube channel. Yes, you! I'm over 60, been at it for a few years and can say it's been very impactful on my life. In this episode I'll share several reasons why you should seriously start a YouTube channel. Sign-up for my free newsletter: https://kevin-kolbe.ck.page/ Get your copy of my book Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK Here's the video I mentioned about turning a bedroom into a YouTube studio: https://youtu.be/k0bWE99lLi4 Check out these YouTube tips next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMbt3nj33n2HzGHxdoJr0MjgyK9-muTEGj The resources and tools I use and recommend: https://kevinkolbe.com/resources The gear I used to produce this video • Camera: https://geni.us/4WRB0D • Lens: https://geni.us/vmLJm • Mic: https://geni.us/v775Ds • Light: https://geni.us/8c8k4tY • Monopod: https://geni.us/dzlX Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevinstalkingabout/support

If you're thinking of staring a YouTube channel this year, then this video is for you. I'll share some things I would focus on, especially if I was starting over, and a few mistakes I made when I first started my YouTube channel too. Let's go!

Here are my top 10 predictions about the future of digital media and video in 2024. Agree? Disagree? Got your own predictions? Let me know in the comments.

In this special episode I talk with friends and fellow YouTube Creators Rob Balasabas and Eddie Field of Field Guide to DIY about growing from 0 to over 10,000 subscribers. If you're brand new to YouTube or struggle to grow, you'll get some great advice and tips to help you and your channel. Connect with Rob: https://www.youtube.com/@robertbalasabas Connect with Eddie: https://www.youtube.com/@FieldGuidetoDIY Check out the Best Resources and Cool Tools for creators: https://videoresourcehub.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevinstalkingabout/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevinstalkingabout/support

What an amazing year of growth on YouTube and two other personal things checked off my "do list".

Best-selling authors and video creators, Kevin Kolbe and Ross Brand share the 6 reasons why every video content creator should write a book.

Something on my "do list" for some time. Write a book. I did and here's more about that. Grab a copy of my #1 best-selling book Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK If you want to work together, reach out on my website and tell me more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevinstalkingabout/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kevinstalkingabout/support

ConvertKit released its State of the Creator Economy and it's got some really good info. Let's look at the highlights and talk opportunities for creators.

One of the best values I think for the money is Amazon Prime. Why so? Well let me share all the perks and benefits you get for being a member. If you don't have a Prime membership, use my affiliate link to sign up here for a free trial: https://amzn.to/3rhKAxf --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/support

Time to talk about a needed refresh, or is it a rebrand? New name but still kinda the same type of focus. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/support

Creating content is hard enough without filling our heads with lies that keep us from creating. In this episode, I'll share the 5 biggest lies I hear, and have struggled with, and advice to bust thru the lies and get back to creating. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/support

Another milestone on YouTube which got me thinking…time to have a real talk about growing on YouTube. Sharing my highlights and some lessons learned too. Ready to start your own YouTube channel? Check out more new course and go from No Tube to YouTube in less than one hour: https://kevinkolbe.com/b/notubetoyoutube Today's show streamed with Ecamm Live. Try it free for 14 days: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive?fp_ref=kevin23 My mentors: • Sean Cannell: https://www.youtube.com/@ThinkMediaTV • Justin Brown: https://www.youtube.com/@Primalvideo • Jeremy Vest: https://www.youtube.com/@creatorunlock • Owen Video: https://www.youtube.com/@owenvideo1 Gear I used for today's stream: • Camera: https://amzn.to/3JRBuPc • Lens: https://amzn.to/3jFL8K4 • Mic: https://amzn.to/3YexaOo • Light: https://amzn.to/40AYgkj FOR COLLABS, SPONSORSHIPS, AND COACHING: https://www.kevinkolbe.com DISCLAIMER: All opinions are mine. Some links are affiliate links so if you buy something through a qualifying link, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisweekwasthebestdayever/support

I had someone ask me "how do you define success?" Great question. Here's my take. Would love to hear from you - leave a voice message and share your thoughts. Might even use it in a future episode. Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/support

If you've ever been in a creative rut, hope this short story about C.S. Lewis inspires you to just create. By the way, really encourage you to read "Called To Create" by Jordon Raynor. Definitely life-changing. Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/support

Not to be confused with "get owned" rather talking about owning your own domain and URLs for your business and personal brand. If you're listening on Anchor, leave me a voice message with a comment or question. Watch the video on Spotify. Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/support

TikTok has become one of the most popular social media apps even overtaking Google as the most popular website. But is it any good? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/support

Inspired by several friends, I got access to Spotify video podcast so, why not try it right? Let me know what you think. Leave a comment or voice mail on Anchor or at RealCreativeLife.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/support

A simple lesson about taking a break from one of the world's biggest retailers...Target. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/realcreativelife/support

I see this happen all the time. New content creators barely starting already wanting to outsource the work. To this, I say, NO. Let's dive in and I'll tell you why. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/support

Believe it or not, there is power in saying "no". Actually, it's more like a superpower. Let's dive in. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/support

It's been a while since I last recorded or relaunched. The why behind the new podcast direction. Let me know what you think. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/support

I'm a life learner, meaning as old as I am (don't ask) I'm always learning. So I thought I would share the 10 things I learned in 2020 - a mix of personal and business-related "a-ha" things. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

I finally decided if I'm going to tell people I have a podcast, then I should actually commit to doing a podcast. So, welcome back or welcome for the first time. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

I first met Scott Ayers at a conference in Dallas, then the bathroom, but that's another story! He's fun, talented and the data scientist of Agora Pulse and he's my guest for this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

I'm a big fan of Diana Gladney. She's taught me a lot about my camera and along the way become a good friend too. Think you'll enjoy meeting her and hearing about her journey in this interview. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

He's a content creator, live streamer, speaker and now he's the brand evangelist for the premiere YouTube growth platform TubeBuddy. He's Rob Balasabas and he's my guest on this podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

Meet the man that is such an expert on video, his last name IS video - an interview with YouTube growth expert Owen Video. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

After another break, I'm back with some exciting news about the future of this podcast! Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

After too much time thinking about restarting my podcasting, I finally did. Welcome to the all-new "This Week Was the Best Day Ever!" podcast. So how did I come up with that name? Listen-up and find out! Also, leave a voice message and subscribe too! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

You know what snake oil is, right? That stuff someone sells that sounds just good to be true. Well, there's a lot of that in the creative world. In this podcast, I'm talking about a recent video creator who's making some seriously bogus promises. Beware and listen on! Please leave a comment or even a message (link in the show notes) and consider subscribing too. Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

Do you have a website? Believe it or not, there are still lots of people who don't and don't think a website is necessary! Com'on people, it's 2019, you need a website! In this podcast, I'm sharing nine benefits of having your very own website! Leave a comment or message (link in the notes). And please subscribe too. Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

Have you ever thought how being contagious can be a good thing? No, I'm not talking about contagious as in being sick, but creating a culture that people want to be a part of. One that inspires action. That's the topic on this podcast. Love your feedback. Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

A friend once said about me "you can't call Kevin out-of-the-box, because he never had one!" THAT is quite the compliment. How would someone describe you when it comes to creating and taking chances? Let's chat about getting out of the box and the danger with following too many gurus. Thanks for listening. Consider subscribing and let me know what you think. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

John Wooden once said to not let your cannot interfere with your can, or something like that. Are you doing what you can or too focused on what you can't? Let's chat. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

That's a great question if I do say so myself. Does gear or tools matter or help you be creative? Talking about that on this podcast. Love to get your thoughts. Thanks for listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

Do you ever do LIVE video? It's an absolutely blast AND a good way to get noticed. Chatting about going live and a challenge for you to try it too. Let me know what you think. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

Is podcasting hard? Does it need to be? Some thoughts about keeping it really simple so you can simply start. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

The beginning of my new podcast. Talking about starting. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

One of the craziest questions I've been asked. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

The freedom in starting and even failing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

This is the 2nd time I've used Anchor and it's really growing on me. More rambling but getting there. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message

My first ever Anchor episode ever. Be gentle! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisweekwasthebestdayever/message