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The Upload
Laid-Off Hollywood Talent Is Joining the Creator Economy
What do layoffs at Amazon Studios and Paramount have to do with YouTubers and membership platforms? A lot more than you might think.In this episode, Rob Balasabas explores the unexpected but growing trend of TV and film pros pivoting into the creator economy — not as influencers, but as producers, editors, and creative talent behind the scenes. What does this mean for creators, brands, and the future of content production?Rob shares insights from almost a decade in the space, patterns he’s seeing across Uscreen creators, and what this shift could mean for budgets, expe...
2025-11-05
07 min
The Upload
AI, Speed & Strategy: What I Learned at Adobe MAX 2025
I just got back from Adobe MAX 2025, and it’s clear — we’re entering a new era for creators.In this episode, I break down 8 powerful takeaways that will reshape how you create, grow, and monetize your content in 2025 and beyond. We’ll talk about:How AI is changing the creative process (for real this time)Why speed and consistency now matter more than perfectionThe rise of the creator-as-brand mindsetHow to turn your content workflow into a scalable businessWhether you’re a YouTuber, educator, or digital entrepreneur — this episode will help you think bigger, crea...
2025-11-04
12 min
The Upload
The Creator Economy Shake-Up: Mergers, Money & Massive Change
The creator economy is moving fast — from billion-dollar acquisitions to record-breaking payouts and new rules of the game for influencers. In this episode of The Upload, Rob Balasabas breaks down the week’s biggest stories and shares lessons every creator needs right now.You’ll hear about:Vimeo’s $1.38B acquisition by Bending Spoons and what it signals for creatorsThe surge in mergers & acquisitions reshaping the creator landscapeWhy brands are demanding better influencer marketing measurementPlus: insights from Rob’s recent LinkedIn p...
2025-09-13
19 min
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She Built a 1.3M Subscriber Audience Without Being “Salesy” — Anabel Otero Explains How
In this episode, I sit down with Anabel Otero — yoga, pilates, and meditation teacher turned digital entrepreneur — to break down how she went from posting free content on YouTube to building a loyal audience of 1.3 million subscribers and a thriving paid membership business.Anabel shares her exact journey, including:How she used free challenges to convert viewers into paying membersWhy she left Patreon and migrated her community to her own appThe simple promotion strategy she uses that never feels “salesy”Her mindset around pricing, scarcity, and creating long-term valueThe...
2025-08-17
35 min
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Why Some Creators Charge $99/Month - and why their fans pay it!
It’s a stacked episode—press play and just into it!Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Ecamm http://ecamm.balasabas.live + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tvConnect with me on LinkedIn+ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbalasabasFollow me on Instagram+ https://www...
2025-07-29
10 min
The Upload
How to Know When It’s Time to Monetize Your Audience
It’s a stacked episode—press play and just into it!Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Ecamm http://ecamm.balasabas.live + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tvConnect with me on LinkedIn+ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbalasabasFollow me on Instagram+ https://www...
2025-07-25
08 min
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Turn Course Buyers into Monthly Members
It’s a stacked episode—press play and just into it!Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Ecamm http://ecamm.balasabas.live + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tvConnect with me on LinkedIn+ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbalasabasFollow me on Instagram+ https://www...
2025-07-24
08 min
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The Creator Economy is Growing Up: VidCon, Apple, Instagram & Lowe’s Moves
It’s a stacked episode—press play and just into it!Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Ecamm http://ecamm.balasabas.live + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tvConnect with me on LinkedIn+ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbalasabasFollow me on Instagram+ https://www...
2025-06-14
07 min
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Outdoor Boys Quit at 15M Subs. Why Now?
One of YouTube’s most beloved outdoor creators just walked away from 15 million subscribers — but the story isn’t as simple as it sounds. In this episode of The Upload, we dive into why Luke Nichols, creator of Outdoor Boys, is quitting YouTube to protect his kids… and why his next move might surprise you.Plus, we’re talking Kai Cenat’s ambitious (and possibly final?) Streamer University, Joe Rogan getting knocked out of the top podcast spot on YouTube, and the Sidemen making creator history with a Netflix nod.It’s a sta...
2025-05-26
07 min
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She Turned 70K Followers Into a Thriving Online Business — Austin Maddox on Building ‘Flow with Austin'
Austin Maddox has over 70K followers across Instagram and TikTok, a thriving online membership called Flow with Austin, and brand deals with major names like Aritzia.Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Ecamm http://ecamm.balasabas.live + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tvConnect with me on LinkedIn+ https://www.linkedin...
2025-05-25
23 min
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3 Revenue Streams Every Video Creator Should Know
If you’ve ever wondered “How do I actually make money from this content thing?”—this episode is for you. I’m sharing the exact framework creators use to monetize smarter (without chasing the algorithm). It’s short, packed with practical tips, and includes a free invite for a coaching session with me.Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Ecamm http://ecamm.balasabas.live + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://stre...
2025-05-23
16 min
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The Sidemen Just Lanched a VC Firm (and what it means for you)
The Sidemen just launched their own venture capital fund — UPSIDE VC — and it’s a massive move for the creator economy. In this episode, we break down what this means not just for the Sidemen, but for you as a creator, entrepreneur, or brand in the space.Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tv+ Vi...
2025-05-21
06 min
The Upload
Meta’s New Edits App, Bluesky’s Blue Checks, and Roblox Goes Global
In today’s episode of The Upload, we’re diving into three of the biggest headlines in the creator world:- Meta just launched Edits, a standalone video app built specifically for creators — not just Instagram users- Bluesky is rolling out a new blue check verification system with a unique twist you won’t find on X.- And Roblox is giving creators more control with regional pricing for global monetization.Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com
2025-04-28
06 min
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OpenAI’s Social Network, TikTok Footnotes & MrBeast + Sidemen TV Takeover
In today’s episode of The Upload, we’re diving into three of the biggest headlines in the creator world:- OpenAI might be building a ChatGPT-powered social network (yep, seriously).- TikTok rolls out Footnotes, its version of Community Notes—but is it a fix or a Band-Aid?- And MrBeast, Sidemen, and other creators are making major moves from YouTube to big-budget streaming TV.Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our pa...
2025-04-24
13 min
The Upload
🚀 New Name, New Vibe — Welcome to The Upload
Coffee with Content Creators is now The Upload! In this kickoff ep, I’m sharing why the name change, what to expect, and how this daily pod will keep you in the loop on all things creator economy. Let’s go! 🎙️💥Subscribe to The Upload Newsletter+ https://balasabas.substack.com Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Uscreen https://www.uscreen.tv+ VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6
2025-04-23
06 min
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KEENYA KELLY (Short Form Video Expert)
+ Get the FREE "Creator Business Success Map" https://open.substack.com/pub/balasabas/p/the-creator-success-mapConnect with our Guest: Keenya Kelly+ Website https://www.keenyakelly.com+ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/keenyakelly+ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@keenyakellyThank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://balasabas.substack.com
2025-04-18
33 min
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LIZ KOHLER BROWN (Surface Designer and Letterer)
+ Get the FREE "Creator Business Success Map" https://open.substack.com/pub/balasabas/p/the-creator-success-mapConnect with our Guest: Liz Kohler Brown+ Website https://www.lizkohlerbrown.com+ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizkohlerbrownThank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://balasabas.substack.com + Tools that I use
2025-04-15
46 min
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JAMES HICKS (Technologist and Founder)
+ Get the FREE "Creator Business Success Map" https://open.substack.com/pub/balasabas/p/the-creator-success-mapConnect with our Guest: James Hicks+ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhicks+ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jhicksThank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://balasabas.substack.com + Tools that I...
2025-04-13
36 min
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VICTORIA TAYLOR (Head of Content, Visme)
+ Get the FREE "Creator Business Success Map" https://open.substack.com/pub/balasabas/p/the-creator-success-mapConnect with our Guest: Victoria Taylor + LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-alana-taylor/Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://balasabas.substack.com + Tools that I use 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.usc...
2025-02-25
36 min
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What's Your Creator Success Stage?
+ Get the FREE "Creator Business Success Map" https://open.substack.com/pub/balasabas/p/the-creator-success-map + Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:34 Go to the Creator Success Map (link in description) 06:10 Stage 1 of Creator Success 11:09 Stage 2 of Creator Success 14:27 Stage 3 of Creator Success 16:51 Stage 4 of Creator Success 21:09 Stage 5 of Creator Success Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://balasabas.substack.com + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, best video editing service: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https...
2025-01-03
29 min
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Create a Content Business that Doesn't Rely on Ads
Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://balasabas.substack.com + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, best video editing service: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 ecamm, your own broadcast studio (mac-only): http://ecamm.balasabas.live + Follow me instagram: https://instagram.com/robsotheraccount linkedIn: https://www.lin...
2024-12-31
07 min
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How Creators Can Scale Smarter: Insights from Monica Khan -- Ep. 172
Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, best video editing service: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ...
2024-11-24
45 min
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How I started working in tech -- Ep. 171
Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, best video editing service: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ...
2024-11-20
20 min
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Focus vs. Diversify -- Ep. 170
Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, best video editing service: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ...
2024-11-02
17 min
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Recurring Revenue Streams -- Ep. 169
Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, best video editing service: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ...
2024-10-31
17 min
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Hidden Revenue Streams -- Ep. 168
Thank you to our partners: + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, best video editing service: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ...
2024-10-30
15 min
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Networking Hacks -- Ep. 167
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Please take a moment to fill out our survey and share your input on the Creator Dads community we're building: h thanksttps://forms.gle/pZ19cD2Ef1mYbSTV8 + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletterhttps://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your video-b...
2024-10-03
13 min
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Creator Dads Club -- Ep. 166
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Please take a moment to fill out our survey and share your input on the Creator Dads community we're building: h thanksttps://forms.gle/pZ19cD2Ef1mYbSTV8 + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletterhttps://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build your vid...
2024-10-02
22 min
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6 Figure Solo Creator – Ep. 165
Fill out this form with any questions you have for me, and I'll answer them in a future podcast episode. You're welcome to ask any questions about work, career, creator journey, strategies, and even family/dad/married life! https://forms.gle/5kjWrDkgKGg6b3Us5 + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletterhttps://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools that I use 🔗 vidpros, build your video-based mem...
2024-09-20
15 min
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Spotify's Jordan Newman -- Ep. 164
Fill out this form with any questions you have for me, and I'll answer them in a future podcast episode. You're welcome to ask any questions about work, career, creator journey, strategies, and even family/dad/married life! https://forms.gle/5kjWrDkgKGg6b3Us5 + Opus Clip https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob + Streamyard https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + VidPros https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletterhttps://rbalasabas.ck.page + Tools...
2024-09-18
23 min
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My Career Path -- Ep. 163
Fill out this form with any questions you have for me, and I'll answer them in a future podcast episode. You're welcome to ask any questions about work, career, creator journey, strategies, and even family/dad/married life! https://forms.gle/5kjWrDkgKGg6b3Us5 + Streamyard 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Join my Instagram Broadcast Channel https://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb75fSLR_BHWYGY + Convertkithttps://partners.convertkit.com/rob + Opus Cliiphttps://www...
2024-08-28
38 min
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Money Back Guarantee? -- Ep. 162
+ Streamyard🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Join my Instagram Broadcast Channelhttps://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb75fSLR_BHWYGY+ Convertkithttps://partners.convertkit.com/rob+ Opus Cliiphttps://www.opus.pro/?via=rob+ VidProshttps://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6+ Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletterhttps://rbalasabas.ck.page+ Tools that I use🔗 vidpros, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/🔗...
2024-08-20
10 min
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Conflicting Content Vision -- Ep. 161
Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! + Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, share it with your friends, and subscribe to the podcast. Your support helps us grow and reach more creators like you. + Join my Instagram Broadcast Channel https://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb75fSLR_BHWYGY + Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter https://rbalasabas.ck.page + Convertkit https://partners.convertkit.com/rob + Streamyard 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive + Opu...
2024-07-15
15 min
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Spotify Comments, IG Broadcast Channel, and Audience Questions - Ep. 160
Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! + Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, share it with your friends, and subscribe to the podcast. Your support helps us grow and reach more creators like you. + Timestamps 0:00 Introduction and Spotify Comments 4:25 Instagram Broadcast Channel Launched 9:45 Thank you to our Sponsors 11:00 Audience Questions + Join my Instagram Broadcast Channel https://www.instagram.com/channel/Abb75fSLR_BHWYGY + Convertkit https://partners.convertkit...
2024-07-11
21 min
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Preventing Creator Burnout - Ep. 159
Download the State of the Creator Economy Report by Convertkit: https://convertkit.com/reports/creator-economy-2024 Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! In this episode, we dive deep into the latest findings from the State of the Creator Economy report by ConvertKit. Join us as we explore the alarming increase in burnout among content creators, regardless of their income levels. Discover key insights and actionable strategies shared by industry experts like Jay Clause on how to beat burnout through automation and evergreen content. We’ll also discuss the importance of community, focusing on to...
2024-07-05
09 min
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SuperChat vs Memberships - Ep. 158
I'm building a membership, tell me what you want to see: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, share it with your friends, and subscribe to the podcast. Your support helps us grow and reach more creators like you. [Visit our Sponsor: Streamyard] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [Visit our Sponsor: VIDPROS --- Video Editing Service ON-DEMAND] 🔗 Vidpros, https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 ...
2024-07-04
09 min
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When should you start AFFILIATE MARKETING? Ep. 157
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! In this episode, I answer the question “When should I start affiliate marketing?” Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, share it with your friends, and subscribe to the podcast. Your support helps us grow and reach more creators like you. [Visit our Sponsor: Streamyard] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [Visit our Sponsor: VIDPROS --- Video Editing Service ON-DEMAND] 🔗 Vidpros, http...
2024-07-02
09 min
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My Learning + Highlights from VIDCON ANAHEIM 2024, Ep. 156
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! Support the Show: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, share it with your friends, and subscribe to the podcast. Your support helps us grow and reach more creators like you. [Visit our Sponsor: Streamyard] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [Visit our Sponsor: VIDPROS --- Video Editing Service ON-DEMAND] 🔗 Vidpros, https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 [Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter] https://rbalasaba...
2024-07-02
19 min
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Why You Should Launch a Membership, Ep. 155
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! Whether you're on YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok, we explore strategies to boost your revenue, engage your audience directly, and create exclusive content that enhances loyalty. Each episode dives into key topics like maximizing community engagement, monetizing your expertise, and achieving financial stability. Learn from experts, get practical tips, and discover the tools you need to grow your brand and create a thriving membership community. Join us every week to transform your creative passion into a sustainable and profitable business.
2024-06-21
16 min
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Brand Deals VS. Memberships, Ep. 154
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! In this episode, we dive into a crucial topic for content creators: balancing brand deals and membership businesses. Whether you're new to content creation or looking to diversify your income streams, this episode will provide valuable insights into the pros and cons of each revenue model. We'll start by exploring the exciting world of brand deals, highlighting their potential for quick cash injections and audience growth. Then, we'll shift focus to the steadier, scalable revenue offered by...
2024-06-19
14 min
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Difference between Audience vs Community, Ep. 154
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 Welcome to Coffee with Creators, hosted by Rob Balasabas! In this episode, we're diving deep into the crucial difference between having an audience and building a community—an essential distinction for both content creators and businesses. Tune in as we explore how to transform passive followers into active, engaged advocates who support and grow with you. Whether you're an individual creator or a B2B professional, this episode is packed with actionable insights and practical advice to help you foster a loyal, thriving community. Episode Takeaways:...
2024-06-18
09 min
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Essential Homework Before Launching Your Membership, Ep. 153
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 In this special episode, I'm reaching out to all the amazing content creators and thought leaders out there. I'm working on developing a membership program designed specifically for you—those who want to build, launch, and grow their own membership businesses. But I can't do it alone—I need your insights to make this community truly valuable and tailored to your needs. In this episode, I share the vision behind this new membership program and why your feedback is so important. I’ve put together a quick...
2024-05-30
15 min
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Your Input Needed: Building the Ultimate Membership Program, Ep. 152
Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/suUXqrcm964FJBcx8 Hey everyone! In this special episode, I'm reaching out to all the amazing content creators and thought leaders out there. I'm working on developing a membership program designed specifically for you—those who want to build, launch, and grow their own membership businesses. But I can't do it alone—I need your insights to make this community truly valuable and tailored to your needs. In this episode, I share the vision behind this new membership program and why your feedback is so important. I’ve put togeth...
2024-05-29
09 min
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Turning your Passion into a Full Time Creator Business with Liz Mosley | Ep. 151
Connect with Liz Mosley: * Website: https://www.lizmosley.net * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizmmosley * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-mosley * Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizmmosley * Podcast: https://www.lizmosley.net/podcast [Visit our Sponsor: Streamyard] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [Visit our Sponsor: VIDPROS --- Video Editing Service ON-DEMAND] 🔗 Vidpros, https://app.vidpros.io/r/MYOLL6 [Subscribe to my Weekly Newsletter] https://rbalasabas.ck.page [tools that I use] 🔗 vidpros, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 uscreen, build...
2024-05-06
45 min
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INVITE: Let's meet up in the UK in 2024! #134
This is a video episode, you can watch the video version on Spotify. [GRAB YOUR TUBE FEST 2024 PASS] 🔗 https://robeyr--hazelskye.thrivecart.com/tubefest-2024/ [1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/pWigqfenFgTiZiNz8 [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen...
2023-12-06
04 min
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Youtube RSS Podcast Feature + New Podcast to Check Out! #133
This is a video episode, you can watch the video version on Spotify. [1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/pWigqfenFgTiZiNz8 [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [CREATOR COO PODCAST / MATT ESTES] 🔗 Matt Estes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattwestes 🔗 Creator COO Podcast on Apple 🔗 Creator COO Podcast on Spotify 🔗 Creator COO Podcast on Youtube [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.m...
2023-11-30
23 min
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What I learned on Youtube and Celebrating 2 Years at Uscreen #132
This is a video episode, you can watch the video version on Spotify. [1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/pWigqfenFgTiZiNz8 [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 ad...
2023-11-29
19 min
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THANK YOU. (Ep. 131)
This is a video episode, you can watch the video version on Spotify or Youtube Podcast. [1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/pWigqfenFgTiZiNz8 [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbal...
2023-11-24
02 min
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How to Win in the Creator Economy with Jacques Keyser, VidCon International (Ep. 130)
[1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/pWigqfenFgTiZiNz8 [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/rnNJBME2ztr7meqh7 [CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: Jacques Keyser] 🔗 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacques-keyser-a1083773/ 🔗 VidCon - https://www.vidcon.com/ [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [to...
2023-11-21
26 min
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The Truth about Building a Podcast - 5 Ways to GROW FAST (Ep. 129)
[1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/pWigqfenFgTiZiNz8 [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/rnNJBME2ztr7meqh7 [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 ad...
2023-11-07
21 min
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Building a Creator-First Partner Program at Opus Clip with Conor Eliot (Ep. 128)
Follow Conor Eliot on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-eliot-015267a7/ [Visit our Sponsor: OPUS CLIP] 🔗 opus clip, https://www.opus.pro/?via=rob [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [1:1 COACHING with ROB] 🔗 https://forms.gle/rnNJBME2ztr7meqh7 [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasab...
2023-11-07
41 min
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I finally found a tool to repurpose my long form videos into #shorts (Ep. 122)
I found it -> check out https://www.opus.pro now. [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [FREE TRIAL OF SESSION: No credit card required on the Free Plan] 🔗 https://app.session.com/api/refer?fpr=start [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https...
2023-09-19
15 min
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Gabrielle Nguyen: Building a Creative Collective for Asian Women & Femmes (Ep. 121)
In this episode, I spoke with Gabrielle Nguyen (ex-Facebook/Meta) and co-Founder of AZN AMERICANA, a creative collective for Asian women & femmes. I met Gabrielle in Austin, Texas at the Meta Office during SXSW 2023, thanks to Jerry Won and Justin Nguyen. I loved what she was doing for Asian creatives and had to get her on the podcast to learn more about what she was building. Connect with Gabrielle: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellenguyen1 - https://www.instagram.com/gabenoogen - https://www.instagram.com/aznamericana
2023-09-08
39 min
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Why I don't edit my videos. (Ep. 120)
[Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [FREE TRIAL OF SESSION: No credit card required on the Free Plan] 🔗 https://app.session.com/api/refer?fpr=start [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen, build your own video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv 🔗 eca...
2023-08-26
17 min
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How @SuperhumanCo Markets & Builds their Platform (Ep. 119)
In this episode, I spoke with SUPERHUMAN's Head of Marketing, Seiyonne Suriyakumar about how they build their platform, and how they market themselves to the success that they have! Get started with a FREE TRIAL of SUPERHUMAN EMAIL APP here: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas [FREE TRIAL OF SESSION: No credit card required on the Free Plan] 🔗 https://app.session.com/api/refer?fpr=start [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [too...
2023-08-25
34 min
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What it’s like to have the coolest job, with Katrina Torrijos of Adobe Express (Ep. 118)
I had a conversation with Katrina Torrijos, Brand Evangelist at Adobe Express. One can argue that she has one of the coolest jobs in the creator economy. [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [FREE TRIAL OF SESSION: No credit card required on the Free Plan] 🔗 https://app.session.com/api/refer?fpr=start [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your...
2023-08-09
32 min
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Recording & Publishing Video Podcasts while Travelling (Ep. 117)
We’re going on a family vacation for almost 4 weeks and I’m going to see if I can record video podcasts with this setup while on the road. What do you think? [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive
2023-07-29
05 min
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“Let’s catch up” episode (audio journal Ep. 116)
Here's some things I'm working on lately, and what I see happening around the industry. [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen, build your own video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv 🔗 ecamm, your own broadcast studio (mac...
2023-07-26
36 min
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Are Courses DEAD? (Ep. 115)
Rob spoke with Jan van der Aa of Creator Empires about Courses, Memberships, and Making Money as a Full Time Creator in this episode of the Coffee with Creators Podcast, episode #115 [CONNECT WITH JAN VAN DER AA] 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-van-der-aa-66899b3b/ 🔗 https://www.creatorempires.com/ [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hour...
2023-07-25
48 min
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The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly with Creator Sponsorships (Ep. 114)
Rob spoke with Sean Scott from The Partnership Expert about Creator Sponsorships --- the good, the bad, and the ugly! [CONNECT WITH SEAN SCOTT] 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanscottcreative/ 🔗 http://www.thepartnershipexpert.com/ [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasab...
2023-07-20
34 min
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Is Memberships for Me? (Ep. 113)
Is the Membership Business Model for me and my content? What if my content isn't made for a membership? [CHECK OUT: What Do You Know? with Bekah Donovan] 🔗 https://open.spotify.com/show/2OaKZCoX2Y3vL45PLVm0Um?si=0ea19fb2fb0d47c7 [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours...
2023-07-11
15 min
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What should you include in your Membership? (Ep. 112)
Livestreams? On-Demand Content? Private Community? All of the above? [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen, build your own video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv 🔗 ecamm, your own broadcast studio (mac-only): http://ecamm.balasabas.live 🔗 spr...
2023-07-07
10 min
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Answering Common MEMBERSHIP Questions (Ep. 111)
[Timestamps/Chapters] 00:00 Welcome to Common Membership Questions Answered 02:26 What Should I Include in My Membership? 08:15 How do I know if My Content is Suitable for a Monthly Membership? 14:04 How Can I Differentiate my Membership from a Similar Membership in the Market? 24:54 Why Membership versus an Online Course? 35:16 How do I set a Competitive Price for My Membership? 40:26 What Platform or Tools can I use to Build and Manage my Membership? 47:48 Membership Q&A Time [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=go...
2023-07-03
49 min
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Monthly vs. Annual Memberships: Which Is Better? (Ep. 110)
Should you charge a recurring fee every month or offer a full year subscription upfront? In this video, we dive deep into the impact on revenue, member retention, and community building. Uncover the hidden secrets and strategies behind these membership models to make an informed decision for your content creation business. Don't miss out on this valuable insight that can help you maximize your profits and create a thriving membership community. Subscribe now and be a part of the discussion! [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to...
2023-06-30
13 min
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VidCon 2023 Recap with Andrew Kan (Ep. 109)
[Connect with Andrew Kan] 🔗 Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@AndrewK 🔗 Twitter - https://twitter.com/AndrewKanFilm 🔗 Discord Server - https://discord.com/invite/4kKxvYTaW4 [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen, build your own video-based membership...
2023-06-29
31 min
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Should I Build A Community For My Membership Program? (Ep. 108)
JohnGareyTV offers Classes for Pilates Reformer, Pilates Mat, Pilates Chair, and tons of other Pilates props. Videos are added weekly for a stream of workouts varied in length, equipment, and intensity. Visit https://www.johngareytv.com for more! [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools...
2023-06-27
13 min
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How John Garey TV Built a Record-Breaking Pilates Empire (Ep. 107)
JohnGareyTV offers Classes for Pilates Reformer, Pilates Mat, Pilates Chair, and tons of other Pilates props. Videos are added weekly for a stream of workouts varied in length, equipment, and intensity. Visit https://www.johngareytv.com for more! [FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools...
2023-06-27
46 min
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5 Things I Learned at the Convertkit Conference 🇺🇸 PART TWO (Ep. 106)
[FREE GUIDE: The Art of Launching a Profitable Membership] 🔗 https://subscribepage.io/membershipguide [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen...
2023-06-21
31 min
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Attending Convertkit’s Conference in Boise, Idaho 🇺🇸 PART ONE (Ep. 105)
Let’s talk about your creator business. [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD]🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Subscribe to Rob's Newsletter] https://balasabas.substack.com [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn...
2023-06-08
21 min
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Good creator-led communities, Rise of AI 🤖, still in Austin 🇺🇸 (Ep. 104)
Let’s talk about your creator business. [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Subscribe to Rob's Newsletter] https://balasabas.substack.com [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen, build your own video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv 🔗 ecamm, your own broadcast studio (mac-only): http://ecamm.balasabas.live 🔗 spreadshop, start your own merch store today: https://www.spre...
2023-06-01
33 min
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Who’s handling your creator business? (Ep. 103)
Let’s talk about your creator business. [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Subscribe to Rob's Newsletter] https://balasabas.substack.com [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, design awesome graphics: https://prf.hn/l/XvPmWVQ 🔗 uscreen, build your own video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv 🔗 ecamm, your own broadcast studio (mac-only): http://ecamm.balasabas.live 🔗 spreadshop, start your own merch store today: https://www.spre...
2023-05-31
13 min
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Building Software to Create more Brand Deals, with Jen Phan (Ep. 102)
Welcome to another exciting episode of Coffee with Creators! In this installment, your host Rob Balasabas engages in a captivating conversation with none other than Jennifer Phan, the brilliant Co-Founder of Passionfroot. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of content creation and its lucrative potential. Jennifer takes us on a journey as she shares insights into the groundbreaking software her team at Passionfroot has developed. Discover how this innovative tool empowers content creators by maximizing their earnings through lucrative sponsorships and coveted brand deals. Tune in as Rob and Jennifer discuss the intricacies of...
2023-05-28
36 min
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1 Million Views, Courses vs Memberships, and Adsense Dropping! (Ep. 101)
In this episode of the Podcast, we're talking about some fun celebrations and news around my channel and community, courses vs memberships, and some recent news around adsense. Thanks for tuning in and please don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! [Visit our Sponsor: STREAMYARD] 🔗 streamyard, my go-to livestreaming platform: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=golive [Subscribe to Rob's Newsletter] https://balasabas.substack.com [Check our Rob's Merch] https://creatorcafe.myspreadshop.com [tools that I use] 🔗 uscreen, build your video-based membership: https://www.uscreen.tv/ 🔗 superhuman, this will save you hours from your emails: http://try.sprh.mn/robbalasabas 🔗 adobe express, des...
2023-05-26
40 min
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Struggles of a Creative Entrepreneur with Walter Jennette
CreatorTV is Now Open for Beta Members! Special Beta Member Pricing Available (for now!) here: https://robbalasabas.uscreen.io What's You'll Get inside CreatorTV? 💬 PRIVATE MEMBERS-ONLY SLACK COMMUNITY We’re greater than the sum of our parts. Connect with likeminded content creators in a private Slack Community hosted by Rob Balasabas. (This might be my favourite part!) 📣 MEMBERS-ONLY LIVESTREAMS Get exclusive access to members-only livestream workshops and Q&A’s hosted by Rob Balasabas, along with some of your favourite content creation and marketing experts. 🎧 LIVE PODCAST RECORDING SESSIONS Join Rob's Live podcast...
2022-03-04
43 min
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Let's talk about Brand Deals & Sponsorships with Monte Weaver
CreatorTV is Now Open for Beta Members! Special Beta Member Pricing Available (for now!) here: https://robbalasabas.uscreen.io What's You'll Get inside CreatorTV? 💬 PRIVATE MEMBERS-ONLY SLACK COMMUNITY We’re greater than the sum of our parts. Connect with likeminded content creators in a private Slack Community hosted by Rob Balasabas. (This might be my favourite part!) 📣 MEMBERS-ONLY LIVESTREAMS Get exclusive access to members-only livestream workshops and Q&A’s hosted by Rob Balasabas, along with some of your favourite content creation and marketing experts. 🎧 LIVE PODCAST RECORDING SESSIONS Join Rob's Live podcast...
2022-03-04
28 min
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The Difference between REVENUE and DISCOVERY Channels
CreatorTV is Now Open for Beta Members! Special Beta Member Pricing Available (for now!) here: https://robbalasabas.uscreen.io What's You'll Get inside CreatorTV? 💬 PRIVATE MEMBERS-ONLY SLACK COMMUNITY We’re greater than the sum of our parts. Connect with likeminded content creators in a private Slack Community hosted by Rob Balasabas. (This might be my favourite part!) 📣 MEMBERS-ONLY LIVESTREAMS Get exclusive access to members-only livestream workshops and Q&A’s hosted by Rob Balasabas, along with some of your favourite content creation and marketing experts. 🎧 LIVE PODCAST RECORDING SESSIONS Join Rob's L...
2022-02-09
23 min
The Upload
My 2022 Resolutions and David Dobrik's YouTube Earning Plumments (Rob Reacts!)
✔️ Thank you to this Episode's Sponsor - STREAMYARD 🚀 14-Days Free Trial: https://streamyard.com?fpr=golive --------- Register for Luria Petrucci's Virtual Summit - Expand Your Reach ✔️ https://livestreamingpros.com/summit/?affiliate=robeyr --------- Tubefilter Article mentioned: ✔️ https://www.tubefilter.com/2022/01/03/david-dobrik-no-youtube-money-three-years --------- Catch the VIDEO PODCAST VERSION on SPOTIFY! ✔️ See the Video Podcast in action here: https://open.spotify.com/show/19YRBtARCMIVQRCvXDl9vy?si=b2ec3778546c47db --------- Connect with our Special Guest, Two Sockz! ✔...
2022-01-05
19 min
The Upload
Listen to the 1st Voice Message from a Listener
I received my first voice message from a listener and I immediately responded! Hint: If you know Chalene Johnson, this episode will be an interesting one for you. For business inquiries please contact robert.balasabas@gmail.com. ✔️ COME SAY HELLO Rob's Instagram: https://instagram.com/robsotheraccount Rob's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbalasabas Rob's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rob.balasabas --------------------------------------------------------------- ✔️ 5 WAYS TO SAY THANKS & SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: 👍 Give This Podcast A Thumbs Up! 🔔 Subscribe to This Podcast 📣 Share This Podcast On Social...
2021-11-27
10 min
The Upload
Coffee with Content Creators (Trailer)
A weekly podcast where Rob Balasabas talks to one of his content creation friends to make jokes, share some stories, drop an advice or two, and drink a good cup of coffee. It's a ride! For business inquiries please contact robert.balasabas@gmail.com.✔️ COME SAY HELLORob's Instagram: https://instagram.com/robsotheraccountRob's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbalasabasRob's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rob.balasabas---------------------------------------------------------------✔️ 5 WAYS TO SAY THANKS & SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:👍 Give This Podcast A Thumbs Up!🔔 Subscribe to This Podcast
2021-11-22
06 min
The Remote Cafe
77% of the Philippines has a Side Hustle
// Tools I UseCalendly - http://calendly.balasabas.live/Camtasia - http://camtasia.balasabas.live/Captivate Podcasts - http://captivate.balasabas.live/Epidemic Sound - http://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - http://ecamm.balasabas.live/JOBY - http://joby.balasabas.live/LivePigeon - http://livepigeon.balasabas.live/Restream.io - http://restream.balasabas.live/TubeBuddy - http://tubebuddy.balasabas.live/Uscreen - http://uscreen.balasabas.live/My Entire Gear & Tools List - http://bit.ly/robs-tools-list* Buy Me A...
2021-10-26
10 min
The Remote Cafe
Going MINIMAL, selling things, and LIVING on the ROAD with David Foster
// Connect with David Fosterhttps://www.youtube.com/c/OverlandGeekshttps://www.youtube.com/c/ImpartialGeek// Tools I UseCalendly - http://calendly.balasabas.live/Camtasia - http://camtasia.balasabas.live/Captivate Podcasts - http://captivate.balasabas.live/Epidemic Sound - http://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - http://ecamm.balasabas.live/JOBY - http://joby.balasabas.live/LivePigeon - http://livepigeon.balasabas.live/Restream.io - http://restream.balasabas.live/TubeBuddy - http://tubebuddy.balasabas...
2021-10-19
37 min
The Remote Cafe
Conversation with Church Planter, Trey Van Camp [FULL INTERVIEW]
// Connect with Trey Van Camphttps://www.youtube.com/c/TreyVanCamp/videos// Watch the Video Version on my YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/SocialMediaClub// Tools I UseCalendly - http://calendly.balasabas.live/Camtasia - http://camtasia.balasabas.live/Captivate Podcasts - http://captivate.balasabas.live/Epidemic Sound - http://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - http://ecamm.balasabas.live/JOBY - http://joby.balasabas.live/LivePigeon - http://livepigeon.balasabas.live/
2021-10-14
32 min
The Remote Cafe
How a TOMATO can make you more PRODUCTIVE
How a TOMATO can make you more PRODUCTIVE // Watch this Episode on my YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/SocialMediaClub// Tools I UseCalendly - http://calendly.balasabas.live/Camtasia - http://camtasia.balasabas.live/Captivate Podcasts - http://captivate.balasabas.live/Epidemic Sound - http://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - http://ecamm.balasabas.live/JOBY - http://joby.balasabas.live/LivePigeon - http://livepigeon.balasabas.live/Restream.io - http://restream.balasabas...
2021-10-06
10 min
The Remote Cafe
REMOTE WORKER REACTS to Facebook, Instagram, WhatApp Outage OCT 4/2021
REMOTE WORKER REACTS to Facebook, Instagram, WhatApp Outage OCT 4/2021// Watch this Episode on my YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/SocialMediaClub// Tools I UseCalendly - http://calendly.balasabas.live/Camtasia - http://camtasia.balasabas.live/Captivate Podcasts - http://captivate.balasabas.live/Epidemic Sound - http://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - http://ecamm.balasabas.live/JOBY - http://joby.balasabas.live/LivePigeon - http://livepigeon.balasabas.live/Restream.io - http://restream...
2021-10-05
12 min
The Remote Cafe
Change of Plans for VidSummit + Terminology for Remote Workers
I've had a change in plans for VidSummit, and also thinking a lot about terminology for us, Remote Workers. Podcast hosted by Rob Balasabas.// Subscribe to my YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/SocialMediaClub// Tools I UseCamtasia - http://camtasia.balasabas.live/Captivate Podcasts - http://captivate.balasabas.live/Epidemic Sound - http://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - http://ecamm.balasabas.live/JOBY - http://joby.balasabas.live/LivePigeon - http://livepigeon.balasabas.live/...
2021-09-27
17 min
The Remote Cafe
No more Tutorials (and other updates)
I'm moving away from the typical tutorial videos that I've been doing on my Youtube channel and shifting to a different type of format, and topics. Here's the full update in this video. // You can also catch the video version of this update on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/Voa8L3C2kwU// Tools I UseEpidemic Sound - https://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - https://ecamm.balasabas.live/Uscreen - https://uscreen.balasabas.live/Restream.io - https://restream.balasabas.live/...
2021-09-22
07 min
The Remote Cafe
The first REMOTE EMPLOYEE at SEMRUSH, Anton Shulke, Head of Influencer Marketing at Duda
I spoke with Anton Shulke, Head of Influencer Marketing at Duda, previously Head of Influencer Marketing at Semrush. We talked all about working remotely, salary variations depending on where you live, what it's like to be fully remote in today's global workforce. Anton is based out of the Ukraine and works with team members all over the world.Connect with Anton on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonshulke// Tools I UseEpidemic Sound - https://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - https://ecamm.balasabas.live/...
2021-09-21
19 min
The Remote Cafe
VidSummit in Los Angeles, Covid-19 Test, Ecamm Summit and other Life Updates
// Video Version on Youtube - https://youtu.be/5hPPfg42U44// Tools I UseEpidemic Sound - https://epidemic.balasabas.live/Ecamm - https://ecamm.balasabas.live/Uscreen - https://uscreen.balasabas.live/Restream.io - https://restream.balasabas.live/TubeBuddy - https://tubebuddy.balasabas.live/Camtasia - https://camtasia.balasabas.live/JOBY - https://joby.balasabas.live/My Entire Gear & Tools List - https://bit.ly/robs-tools-list// Other Ways to Connect and Support* Buy Me A Coffee (specifically...
2021-09-21
13 min
The Remote Cafe
RETURNING to the OFFICE AFTER LOCKDOWN? (Reaction to PJ Taei's Article)
REMOTE WORKER REACTS to PJ Taei's "OPEN LETTER TO BOSSES" ( @Uscreen CEO).// PJ's LinkedIn Article:https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/open-letter-bosses-who-want-you-back-office-pj-taei/// Tool's Mentioned in Today's VideoUScreen - https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/trexf0Ecamm - https://bit.ly/rob-ecammUscreen - https://www.uscreen.tv//Timestamps0:00 Welcome to my channel0:28 LinkedIn Article by PJ Taei (Founder and CEO of Uscreen)0:36 Testing our Background Music for the podcast recordings2:10 Linkedin Article "Open Letter to...
2021-09-13
24 min
The Remote Cafe
Can ARCHITECTS Work Remotely from Anywhere in the World?
Can ARCHITECTS Work Remotely from Anywhere in the World? I interview Justin Espejo about his experience as an architect, with his own firm, working remotely from differently cities and countries. He recently moved his family from Manila to Vienna.*********** Install ECamm - https://bit.ly/rob-ecamm* Create a Captivate.fm account - https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=robbalasabas* Buy Me A Coffee / Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial of any TubeBuddy Plan here - http://bit.ly/rob-tubebuddy-trial* You know I love to strea...
2021-09-11
28 min
The Remote Cafe
"Let's do this by email, instead."
"Let's do this by email, instead."This simple sentence was a game-changer for my productivity.*********** Install ECamm - https://bit.ly/rob-ecamm* Create a Captivate.fm account - https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=robbalasabas* Buy Me A Coffee / Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial of any TubeBuddy Plan here - http://bit.ly/rob-tubebuddy-trial* You know I love to stream, get Restream here - https://restre.am/Rob* If you'd like to become Channel Member, click here: http...
2021-09-10
09 min
The Remote Cafe
Last day of summer break #WalkingPodcast
Last day of summer break. Another walking podcast.*********** Install ECamm - https://bit.ly/rob-ecamm* Create a Captivate.fm account - https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=robbalasabas* Buy Me A Coffee / Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial of any TubeBuddy Plan here - http://bit.ly/rob-tubebuddy-trial* You know I love to stream, get Restream here - https://restre.am/Rob* If you'd like to become Channel Member, click here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfqqB7r1PEOaLVY43i-KEfA/join
2021-09-08
15 min
The Remote Cafe
Is this Podcast for You? #WalkingPodcast
My first ever #WalkingPodcast. I’m answering “IS THIS PODCAST FOR YOU”? (not yelling, just making that part stand out lol)*********** Install ECamm - https://bit.ly/rob-ecamm* Create a Captivate.fm account - https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=robbalasabas* Buy Me A Coffee / Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial of any TubeBuddy Plan here - http://bit.ly/rob-tubebuddy-trial* You know I love to stream, get Restream here - https://restre.am/Rob* If you'd like to become Channel Member...
2021-09-06
22 min
The Remote Cafe
Remote Work Q&A Session with Rich Benares, Eliseo Way III, and Dan Holloway
Remote Work Q&A Session with Rich Benares, Eliseo Way III, and Dan Holloway.// Watch the Video Replay on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Phoq6kmCMTg*********** Buy Me A Coffee / Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial of any TubeBuddy Plan here - http://bit.ly/rob-tubebuddy-trial* You know I love to stream, get Restream here - https://restre.am/Rob* If you'd like to become Channel Member, click here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfqqB7r1PEOaLVY43i-KEfA/join* ALSO...
2021-09-03
58 min
The Remote Cafe
Productivity versus Rest // Thoughts on "Hustle Culture"
Productivity versus Rest.// Join the conversation in this thread - https://www.youtube.com/post/UgynfLNRnYFRsm_-_Y94AaABCQ// John Mark Comer's Book - https://www.amazon.ca/Ruthless-Elimination-Hurry-Emotionally-Spiritually/dp/0525653090// Jefferson Bethke's Book - https://www.amazon.ca/Hell-Hustle-Reclaiming-Overworked-Overconnected/dp/0718039203*********** If you want to Buy Me A Coffee, I wouldn't stop you and will probably use it for a Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial of any TubeBuddy Plan here...
2021-08-26
16 min
The Remote Cafe
Can you work remotely with your Spouse?
If you're working remotely with your spouse right now, or want to work remotely together at some point, this conversation will be an insightful one for you. Nat and Max who both work remotely together, as a married couple, on their business through YouTube and are thriving so well. Hear their secrets to success. Enjoy this conversation with Nat and Max!// Visit Nat and MaxYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/NatandMaxInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/natandmaxvlogsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/natandmaxTwitter...
2021-08-25
19 min
The Remote Cafe
Honest Talk with "Daddy Bryce", Work-Life Integrations, and how Dads Need Dad Friends
Advice from Dads Working from Home with Bryce Larrosa of #TheClingyFam. Honest conversation with Bryce Larrosa from the TheClingyFam (Omni and Bryce YouTube Family Vlog Channel). TimeStamps for you0:00 Welcome and Intro0:20 Say Kamusta to "Daddy Bryce"3:30 How long has Daddy Bryce been working Remotely?5:30 How do you Balance all the things?5:50 Work Life Integration --- so smart!8:50 Define "Success"12:20 How do pick the Business Opportunities to Pursue?14:10 Daddy Bryce's First Brand Deal16:30 What Challenges are Work-At-Home Dads facing?
2021-08-05
25 min
The Remote Cafe
LinkedIn allows employees to work fully remote
LinkedIn allows employees to work fully remote. What this means for other brands and recruiters out there.//COME SAY HELLO!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SocialMediaClubInstagram: https://instagram.com/robsotheraccountLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbalasabasFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rob.balasabas* If you want to Buy Me A Coffee, I wouldn't stop you and will probably use it for a Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial of any TubeBuddy Plan here - http://bit...
2021-08-03
12 min
The Remote Cafe
How to BUILD WORK Relationships REMOTELY, Busy Parent Life, with Holly Lee
How to BUILD WORK Relationships REMOTELY, being a Busy Parent, interview with Holly Lee, SPCC - who is Ex-Amazon + Google + Facebook, Certified Diverse Career Coach For Technology Leaders, and has Helped 500+ Tech Leaders land an offer at Amazon, Google, Apple, Facebook!// CONNECT WITH HOLLY LEELinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyleeYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/HollyLeeCoaching* If you want to Buy Me A Coffee, I wouldn't stop you and will probably use it for a Tim Horton's Double-Double - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/robbalasabas* Grab a 30 Day Free Trial...
2021-07-28
29 min
The Remote Cafe
Who is Jako de Leon? The man behind some of Philippine's biggest creators.
Who is Jako de Leon? Among many things, Jako de Leon manages big Filipino Creators such as Wil Dasovich, Daniel Marsh, Bogart the Explorer on the PaperbugTV Channel. He also works remotely with clients such as Spotify Philippines, runs the CICP (Creators and Influencer Council of the Philippines), and is also a young dad, husband, and family man.Watch the VIDEO Version of this Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q52HjR5m98c***********************Timestamps for your viewing convenience :)0:00 - Welcome and Introduction to this interview with Jako...
2021-07-09
1h 08