Navigating Niche and Growth on YouTube: Matt Ragland's Journey

In this week's episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, Dusty welcomes Nikki from the Nikki Connected YouTube channel. Nikki, previously known as the Deal Finding Diva, shares how the pandemic led her to pivot her content from couponing to methods of earning and saving money, leading to significant growth. They discuss Nikki's strategies for rebranding, the importance of knowing your audience, and the benefits of live streaming. Nikki also highlights how she monetizes her channel through courses, affiliate marketing, and coaching, and offers insights into her future plans for expanding her content and launching a podcast. “Unlock Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Skyrocket Your Channel Growth Effortlessly! 🚀 Get Your FREE 30-Day Trial NOW! 👉 Click Here!” 🎙️ Be Our Star Guest! Share Your YouTube Journey on Our Podcast! 🌟 Click HERE to Submit Your Channel and Join the Conversation! 🔥 Boost Your YouTube Game with Exclusive Perks! Join Our Patreon Family NOW & Unlock Access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! 💪 Support the Show & Elevate Your Journey! 🎯 Transform Your YouTube Channel with Personalized Coaching & Consulting! 🚀 Unleash Your Full Potential and Skyrocket Your Success! ✨ Don’t Wait; book Your Session NOW! Connect With Nikki Here: YouTube Channel /// Website Links Discussed In This Episode Fiverr – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier! Bluehost – If you need a website, use this link to get a Free Domain Name and a great deal on hosting

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Dee and Nick Nimmin and have our annual “State of Youtube” podcast recording. We talk about the themes for 2024 and where we see YouTube going in the future in 2025 and beyond. Dee and Nick are both HUGE players in the Youtube creator space and I have them on at the end of each year to look back and then look forward in the YouTube world! “Unlock Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Skyrocket Your Channel Growth Effortlessly! 🚀 Get Your FREE 30-Day Trial NOW! 👉 Click Here!” 🎙️ Be Our Star Guest! Share Your YouTube Journey on Our Podcast! 🌟 Click HERE to Submit Your Channel and Join the Conversation! 🔥 Boost Your YouTube Game with Exclusive Perks! Join Our Patreon Family NOW & Unlock Access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! 💪 Support the Show & Elevate Your Journey! 🎯 Transform Your YouTube Channel with Personalized Coaching & Consulting! 🚀 Unleash Your Full Potential and Skyrocket Your Success! ✨ Don’t Wait; book Your Session NOW! Connect With Dee Here: YouTube Channel Connect With Nick Here: YouTube Channel Links Discussed In This Episode Fiverr – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier! Bluehost – If you need a website, use this link to get a Free Domain Name and a great deal on hosting

In this episode of Youtube Creators Hub, we’re diving into your biggest YouTube questions and helping you prepare for an epic 2025! From growing your channel in a competitive niche to optimizing your content strategy for maximum engagement, we answer listener-submitted questions and share actionable tips to level up your YouTube game. Whether you’re looking to increase watch time, monetize effectively, or stay ahead of the trends, this episode is packed with insights to help you crush your goals in the new year. Let’s make 2025 your best year on YouTube yet! Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In Episode 426 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty Porter interviews Alexa Saarenoja, a YouTuber who successfully transformed her career after losing her job. Alexa shares her journey of quickly growing her YouTube channel to over 20,000 subscribers by providing valuable content aimed at helping people over 40 succeed on YouTube. The episode dives into her strategies, monetization techniques, the importance of consistency, and how she balances her busy life while managing her channel. Alexa provides tips for dealing with analytical fluctuations and maintaining authenticity with her audience. About Alexa: As a former architect and designer, I’ve transformed my focus to inspiring others over 40 to pursue their dreams on YouTube. Through my journey, I guide and empower people to share their passions, build their channels, and make a meaningful impact online, no matter where they are in life. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Alexa Here: The Creator Boost Tribe (Skool) /// YouTube Channel Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, hosted by Dusty Porter, we dive deep into the success story of Jake Lorraine from the High Response Marketing YouTube channel. Jake, a small business owner with eight kids, shares his journey from creating digital courses to leveraging YouTube to boost his sales. Learn about his strategies for consistent content creation, monetization beyond YouTube AdSense, the importance of hooking viewers in the first 10 seconds, and the value of live streaming.  About Jake: I'm 43 with EIGHT kids, small business owner, realized there's so much opportunity on youtube and took advantage of it. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Jake Here: YouTube Channel Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

Join Dusty Porter in episode 424 of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast as he interviews YouTube creator and productivity expert Matt Ragland. In this episode, they discuss Matt's journey from starting a YouTube channel focused on analog productivity methods to building a successful online presence with right at 100K subscribers. Learn about the importance of finding your niche, transitioning between content types, effective video production tools and processes, and monetizing YouTube content through various revenue streams. Matt also shares valuable insights on the significance of having an email list for creators. Tune in for actionable tips and inspiring stories from two experienced content creators. About Matt: I'm a creator-operator hybrid who's been able to build audiences for my own ideas and work behind the scenes with creators like Ryan Holiday, Sahil Bloom, and Justin Welsh. I was employee #5 at ConvertKit and now run a community for creators called HeyCreator. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Matt Here: YouTube Channel /// Newsletter Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty Porter interviews Laurie from Travel Tips by Laurie. They discuss Laurie's journey from a Masters of Elementary Education to a successful YouTube content creator with over 325,000 subscribers and 55 million views. The episode covers actionable insights for starting, growing, and monetizing a YouTube channel, including the importance of analytics, audience engagement, and creating valuable content. Laurie also shares specifics on her video creation process, brand collaborations, and monetization strategies. About Laurie Laurie is a Houston pilot wife YouTuber sharing tips to help you travel the globe without a worry in the world. A former teacher with a Masters of Elementary Education degree, Laurie now educates passengers with YouTube videos. She teaches travel tips from the 20 plus years flying standby with only a carry-on suitcase. Feel reassured BEFORE you arrive at the airport. By following her packing tips and tricks Laurie will help you be less stressed…because you stressed less. Laurie's channel has had 55 million views over the last 8 years and currently has 325,000 subscribers Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Laurie Here: Youtube Channel /// Instagram Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

Join Dusty Porter in this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast as he uncovers effective strategies for soaring to success on YouTube in 2024 and prepares you for the landscape of 2025. Explore crucial platform changes, the rise of YouTube Shorts, algorithm updates, and new monetization features. Dusty shares his personal experiences and actionable tips for content auditing, enhancing productivity, and avoiding creator burnout. Learn about the resurgence of live streaming, faceless channels, and the ethical considerations of AI-generated content. This episode is packed with essential tools, trends, and practical advice to help you grow your channel and thrive in the evolving YouTube ecosystem. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

Join Dusty Porter in this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast as he delves into the remarkable journey of Sam Caudle, who runs the popular 'Living in Tampa, FL' YouTube channel. Discover how Sam transitioned from Colorado to Florida in 2020 and used YouTube to drive his real estate business, generating over $1.5 million in commissions. Gain expert insights into content creation, audience engagement, and converting viewers into clients. Learn practical strategies for video production, leveraging YouTube to grow your business, and monetization tips for creators. About Sam Sam started his Living in Tampa YouTube channel shortly after moving to Tampa and getting into real estate in 2020. In four years, his YT channel has provided over $1.5m in real estate commissions. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Sam Here: Website /// YouTube Channel /// Instagram Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter discusses the evolving landscape of YouTube and content creation with Josh Griffin from the HVAC Guide for Homeowners. Fresh from attending VidSummit, Josh shares his transformative experiences, insights on audience understanding, and how learning about effective contract negotiations has impacted his approach to sponsorships. They discuss the importance of understanding your target audience, making thoughtful decisions about partnerships, and how networking at VidSummit can reignite a creator’s passion. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of AI on content creation and the continuing opportunities for new and current YouTubers alike. About Josh Josh's youtube channel is HVAC Guide for Homeowners. Joshua has a background in heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing; learning these trades in the construction and property management fields across Virginia and Maryland.  He owns Griffin Air in Hartfield Virginia, Authored the New HVAC Guide found at newhvacguide.com, and is cohost a podcast called Behind the Scenes in Tidewater. Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of TubeBuddy with a Free 30-Day Trial. YouTube Creator Community Discord: Private Creator Discord, Mastermind Call, and Extra Podcast Episodes. Entrepreneurs Minute is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. One-On-One YouTube Coaching With Dusty Delights AI - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Josh Here: YouTube Channel /// Website Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 Camera | 🎙️ Microphone | 🎤 Audio Interface | 🎧 Headphones Connect With Dusty Online: 💡Personal Website | 🧠Twitter (X) | 📸Instagram | 🧑‍Creator Community Discord