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Connect with other solo creators in our Community → https://community.orbitforcreators.com/In this episode, I sit down with @AlexAntolino a former creative director who left big brands to start his own YouTube game show. We break down the challenges of starting from scratch, building a standout format, and what it really takes to succeed as an independent creator.Chapters0:00 Intro0:42 Who is Alex Antolino4:25 What is Backstab Club? (His New YouTube Show)7:33 How to Start a YouTube Channel from Scratch11:00 Alex’s Content Strategy for Growth18:20 Finding a Winning Format That Works21:30 How to Successfully Launch a New Show24:36 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting Out25:34 What Does Success on YouTube Really Mean?26:22 Where to Find Alex Antolino27:24 Join The Creator Orbit Community?
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Try riverside for free: https://creators.riverside.fm/OrbitForCreators Use Code: Orbit for 15% offProven Success Systems for Solo Creator https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.comHow do you break into filmmaking and YouTube without industry connections? @LucForsyth went from zero experience in photography and cinematography to building a thriving career as a professional DP and growing a YouTube channel past 100K subscribers. All by following a simple yet powerful approach: consistency, iteration, and relentless persistence.In this episode, we cover: How Luke transitioned from photography to cinematography to YouTube The biggest mistakes new YouTube filmmakers make How to deal with negative comments and algorithm slumps The key to long-term success as a solo creatorIf you're serious about building a sustainable creative career, this conversation is packed with hard-earned insights you won’t want to miss.🟡 Chapters0:00 Intro – Meet Luc Forsyth0:31 How Luc Forsyth Became a Netflix DP3:37 Why a Netflix DP Started a YouTube Channel6:18 How I use Riverside.fm7:26 Is Being a YouTuber Embarrassing? 10:58 How to Stay Consistent on YouTube Without Burning Out12:42 The Hardest Lessons from Hitting 100K Subscribers16:40 What It’s Like to Go Viral 18:34 Does YouTube Actually Help Your Career?22:46 The Biggest Benefits of Being a YouTuber26:30 How to Start a YouTube Channel in 202429:17 What Does Success on YouTube Really Mean? 30:57 How to Keep Going When You Feel Like Quitting 🟡 CommunityBeing a solo creator can feel isolating. We are here to change that.https://community.orbitforcreators.com/
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ign up for the Orbit Newsletter: https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.comIn this podcast episode with @NickHimo we look at the business model canvas and how I plan to make 100K in 2025. Nick Himo has been coaching me this whole year and really enabled me to grow. In this session I presnt him 12 ways I plan to make money next year and togther we test those ideas to decide what to focus on in the next months. ✨ The Friends Series: This season, I’m highlighting “normal people” who’ve helped me unlock something on my own creator journey. If you want to make YouTube friends sign up for the➡️ Orbit Creator Community Waitlist - launching early 2025https://tally.so/r/nrL24M
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Sign up for the Orbit Newsletter: https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.comIn this episode with @creatorsforclimate we talk about how we started our podcasts, he opportunities it creates and why testing beats perfection.Whether you’re starting a podcast, growing your channel, or finding your unique path, this conversation gives you actionable insights to thrive in the creator economy. ✨ The Friends Series: This season, I’m highlighting “normal people” who’ve helped me unlock something on my own creator journey.
If you want to make YouTube friends sign up for the➡️ Orbit Creator Community Waitlist - launching early 2025https://tally.so/r/nrL24M
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Sign up for the Orbit Newsletter: https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.comIn this episode I talk with @bartekmalinowski who I met this summer thanks to an introduction from a common friend. Even tho it was the first time we met we instantly connected over some shared experiences. I was surprised to hear that he works for Ali Abdaal and also edited videos for Nathaniel Drew. So I knew we had to have a chat. I hope you can leran something from it too. ✨ The Friends Series: This season, I’m highlighting “normal people” who’ve helped me unlock something on my own creator journey. If you want to make YouTube friends sign up for the➡️ Orbit Creator Community Waitlist - launching early 2025https://tally.so/r/nrL24M
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In this episode O just share my unfiltered thoughts on the video days festival which happened November 19th in Cologne Germany.
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Sign up for the Orbit Newsletter: https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.comKicking off Season 2.5 with none other than @BeccaFarsace formerly of The VergeAfter being a Journalist for seven years she has gone solo on YouTube. We talk about the highs and lows of being an independent creator and the reality of starting a small business as such. In The Friends Series I'm highlighting "normal people" who helped me unlock something on my creator journey. While this was the first conversation Becca and I ever had we instantly connected. So first an foremost this is an example of how conversations with YouTube friends turn ideas into reality. Waitlist for the Orbit Creator Community - launching early 2025https://tally.so/r/nrL24MMentioned on the show
- Beccas YouTube * Grover- Beccas Patreon * Affiliate Link
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In this episode Tom and Valentin talk about the importance of finding focus and how it helps you grow once you have it.
I hope you enjoy this new format. Let us know by reviewing the show on you podcast platform of choice. "
Channels mentioned on the pod
Val's Channel: Orbit for Creators
Tom's Channel: Creators for Climate
Books:
Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller
The Universal Journalist by David Randall
Branded Interactions by Marco Spies and Katja
Creative Calling by Chase Jarvis
Apps
Opal
Jomo (Joy of Missing Out)
Texts.com
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Sign up for the Orbit Newsletter: https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.comIn this episode, @maqaroon opens up about being on YouTube for over 10 years, how she's been able to stick around while others quit and her unique approach to content creation.Learn why she believes having a career before YouTube is the key to success and how she spots trends before anyone else. You can find her at https://www.youtube.com/@maqaroon
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In this episode, @MrAlexTech reveals how he was able to quit his IT job to become a full time creator, all the opportunities that have come from that decisions and how he acts so naturally on camera. Learn why he believes everyone can do what he does. Simply make small but consistent steps to become better at what you want to do.
In this conversation you’ll learn
How to become a full time creator About the power of digital products How to gain camera confidenceYou can find him on YouTube as:
MrAlexTech
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In this episode, @LouiseStigell opens up about quitting social media, the importance of iterative learning, and her unique approach to content creation. Learn why she believes slow and steady growth leads to lasting success and how focusing on high-quality content can change your channel's trajectory.In this conversation you’ll learn
a simple way to start creating content when to think about splitting channels how to grow without stressYou can sign up for her Newsletter at: www.louisestigell.com
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In this episode, we dive into how we stay consistent with publishing videos while balancing everything else in life.
Talking about the ever present topic of consistency.
What happens when you actually do publish a long form video every week, how it impacts workflow and mental health. You'll also hear us chat about crafting compelling intros, why thumbnails and titles are so crucial and what we are watching when we are not creating.
I hope you enjoy this new format. Let us know by reviewing the show on you podcast platform of choice. "
Channels mentioned on the pod
Val's Channel: Orbit for Creators
Tom's Channel: Creators for Climate
Ten Hundred
Real Engineering
Xander Budnick
Isabele Paige
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Ben has been a creator since before it was cool.His journey took him from streamingto short form to long form youtube videosand he even worked a twitch for a while.But now he’s probably best know for sharing tools that help creators.In this conversation you’ll learn
What makes a good video How to build an audience on and what opportunities come from thatYou can find him across the web @benkaluza
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Lizzie Musa is a professional athlete sharing her passion for Rugby under the name RuckstarLizzieWith simple challenge videos she got over 100K followers, multiple brand deals, and even got on TV.But then she took a break.
In this episode we talk about:
The link between quality and quantity how she is able to read 100 books a year and the value of mentorshipGet more Creator Insights from the Orbit Newsletter: https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.com
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Parker Floris a filmmaker and photographer with a passion for documenting the creator economy. To stand out, he published a print magazine people can hold in their hands.
In this episode we talk about:
Why he followed this crazy idea How he made it and What role responsibility playsYou can buy the magazine at: https://www.creatorstrove.com/
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DJ Lilicay is an open format DJ with a love for Deep House and Jazz House. In three short months she's gone from 38 subscribers on YouTube to over 30.000 and her most viewed video is getting close to 1 million plays.
In this episode we talk about:
How she got started. Why she left Twitch and What keeps her going, despite not making any money from the channel.You can find her at:
https://www.youtube.com/@lilicaymusic
https://www.instagram.com/djlilicay/
https://soundcloud.com/djlilicay
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In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster YouTubers and creators experience when a video they poured their heart and soul into doesn't quite take off on YouTube. We'll chat about how to deal with the disappointment, navigate the often-tricky world of YouTube metrics, and most importantly, keep creating awesome content for your community.
This episode gives you an insight how we deal with these problems, from learning from flops to repurposing content for other platforms. You'll also discover strategies to build a strong, engaged community that supports you, regardless of view count.
I hope you enjoy this new format. Let us know by reviewing the show on you podcast platform of choice.
YouTube
Newsletter
Socials
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Rick Bebbington is a Outdoor Photographer who shares his point of view on Youtube.
He's been consistently inconsistent for a few years but recently had a video that broke the mold and reached over 400K views.
In this conversation we talk about
How it feels to a quarter million people
and what and what he would change if he could sart over
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Elsa Scola is a software Engineer in big tech who documents her life and interests on YouTube.
She managed to build a strong following with just a few videos by applying an analytical mindset.
In this conversation we talk about
How it feels to reach half a million people
and what creatives can learn from engineers.
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Aprilynne Alter is a rising start in the YouTuber Creator education space doing deep dives into what makes videos on the platform stand out.
In this episode we talk about how she was humbled starting anew channel and where the confidence came from to make two killer videos in a row.
You can find her online as @aprilynnealter
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