Creators Are Brands – Details, episodes & analysis

10 Rules For DMing Brands: https://stan.store/TomBoyd Gannon's content: https://www.instagram.com/gannon.meyer/ In this engaging podcast episode, Tom and Gannon Meyer discuss the intricacies of social media growth, content creation, and personal branding. Gannon shares his journey from zero to significant follower counts, emphasizing the importance of finding a unique content format and being intentional in video production. They explore strategies for promoting digital products, understanding brand deals, and the significance of personal storytelling in connecting with audiences. The conversation also touches on practical tips for creators, including essential tools, monetization strategies, and the value of persistence in promoting content. In this conversation, Gannon Meyer and Tom discuss the intricacies of video creation, monetization challenges for creators, and the dynamics of brand deals. They explore the importance of minimalism in video content, the need for clear messaging, and the struggles creators face in monetizing their work on platforms like Instagram. The discussion also delves into income streams for creators, pricing strategies for brand deals, and the significance of building relationships with brands. They share insights on negotiating rates, understanding brand expectations, and the creative strategies that can enhance partnerships. Gannon experienced exponential growth on social media after finding a successful content format. The importance of personal storytelling in content creation cannot be overstated. Creators should not hesitate to promote their products if they believe in their value. It's often easier to sell higher-priced products than lower-priced ones. Understanding your audience's needs is crucial for effective content creation. Boosting successful posts can extend their reach and engagement. B-roll can enhance video quality and should be thoughtfully composed. Consistency in content format helps establish a recognizable brand. Creators should focus on delivering unique perspectives that only they can provide. Engagement with the audience is key to building a loyal following. Your work is complete when there's nothing left to remove. Clarity in messaging is crucial for short videos. Monetization on platforms like Instagram is challenging. Building a creator business involves multiple income streams. Brand deals can be a significant source of income for creators. Engagement and relationships with brands are key to success.

Subscribe to the BonusFootage.co Newsletter for weekly editions of these interviews you can read in under 3 minutes or less. In this episode I call Adam Wienckowski (@adamwienckowski) to jam about how he thinks about creating content, talking to brands, and enjoying the process. Adam went from $25 Fiverr deals to thousand dollar brand deals and 70K on IG in less than a year. Here are some moments: His 2 tips for hooks that I am implementing ASAP How to price those tricky brand deals (spoiler: Adam's got a cool "three times rule") Making your content pop so viewers can't look away Balancing the creator hustle with, you know, actually having a life Why investing in yourself might be the smartest move you make Enjoy the convo and let me know if you like this format on IG. @BonusFootage

In this episode, my friend Jules Montgomery talks about how she changed from educational content to lifestyle vlogs, the mindsets behind creating without burnout, and gives us some insider tips on editing with CapCut. If you enjoy the show, share it with a homie. Follow me on all platforms at @BonusFootage

Austin Hankwitz created a Top 5 Business podcast in less than a year. In this episode, Austin breaks down how he launched the show with Robert Croak, how he markets the show, the production process, their content strategy, and how they monetize their show, Rich Habits Podcast. Subscribe to the BonusFootage.co newsletter for more content like this. Thanks for listening! Tom

Learn more on the BonusFootage.co newsletter. This is my strategy for coming up with ideas for my videos, clients, and permisslioness apprenticeships. These are the basic note pads I use to journal. (affiliate) 3 Pages total: One page free write (inspired obviously by “The Artist’s Way” morning pages. One page (Write down what you're grateful for) One page ideas (just pick one thing) and come up with ten ideas/solutions for it (bluesky, brain dump, whatever you want to call it) Thanks for listening! Tom

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Subscribe to the BonusFootage.co newsletter. This episode, we’re kicking off a new series around newsletters. Most of the episodes will be focusing on short form video creators who’ve been able to successful move their audience and attention to a profitable newsletter. 7 Steps to Making 7 Figures With Your Newsletter // with Matt Ragland (matt@mattragland.com), make sure to tell him you friends with Tom of “Creators Are Brands”. In this episode, we discuss: Why you need a newsletter as a short form creator. What should be in your linktree to promote your newsletter? What’s the copy you should put on your newsletter landing page? Should you give away a freebie when people sign up to your newsletter? What kinds of digital products should you sell to your newsletter? We also talk about Matt’s agency that works with creators and entrepreneurs to turn your existing content into a high converting, profitable newsletter. Like, you don’t have to do any extra work. It’s basically a productize service that pays for itself, from minimal work from your end, if you’ve ready built your audience. I’m sold on it, I’ve been telling my friends about, and if you’re a listener of this show, you’re a friend. If you want to work with Matt or learn more about it as we’re talking, go to yourweekly.email or email him directly at Matt@MattRagland.com and make sure to tell him you friends with Tom of “Creators Are Brands”.

Dylan Schmidt is the host of Digital Podcaster and the creator of the Podcast Newsletter. (Subscribe to the bonusfootage.co newsletter for more bars) In this podcast episode, Tom and Dylan Schmidt discuss how to start a podcast and monetize it. They recommend starting with a minimal viable podcast setup, which can be as simple as recording audio with your AirPods or any microphone you have. The next step is to think of your big idea and break it down into smaller ideas that can be used as episode topics. Dylan emphasizes the importance of understanding your listener and being genuinely interested in the topic being discussed. Tom suggests practicing your skills by reaching out to people that have their own shows and offering to host or facilitate their audience's questions. For specific recommendations, they suggest the Samson Q2U microphone for remote interviews and solo shows, which costs around $50. They also recommend hosting your show on platforms like Anchor or Libsyn and monetizing through sponsorships, merchandise, and listener support. Key Points There is no one-size-fits-all approach to starting a podcast, and it can be overwhelming, so start with the basics and build from there. Creating content requires a strong mindset, including dealing with anxiety and imposter syndrome. Setting achievable goals, even smaller ones like the number of episodes, helps to stay motivated and overcome imposter syndrome. Podcasts are a sustainable format for content creation and can attract audiences who prefer evergreen content. Don't rely on chance to attract listeners, be shameless in promoting your podcast Focus on listener behavior and recommend similar podcasts at the beginning of each episode There is a need for tools to help beginner creators market their podcasts.

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