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Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerTraining for Authority I Don't Have YetQuestions? Thoughts? Comments? Leave me a voicemail message to use in a future podcast episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/timschmoyerComment on the full post here: https://read.timschmoyer.com/p/training-for-authority-i-dont-haveI’ve really appreciated the feedback I’ve received lately from people who are following along as I explore this “eldership” role in more detail, especially the critical comments that point out the gaps I’m missing in all this.I want to address one of the most common critiques because it was helpful for me to wrestle through, so hopefully it is for...
2025-12-0526 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerHow Your Home Prepares You to Rule in the KingdomAs I’ve shared this progression idea of, “Father in the home to elder in the city to ruler in the Kingdom,” I keep getting the same question. They say,“Tim, I get the ‘father in the home’ part, but elders and ruling part doesn’t make sense.”Yeah, I understand why. Most people think “elder” means church board member, and “Kingdom of God” means an eternal vacation in heaven. There’s some truth to these perspectives, but neither are completely biblical.The Biblical Progression for MenWhile society may have lost this “noble task” of...
2025-11-0752 min
Titans of Transition75. One Mission, Many Careers: Tim Schmoyer's Journey 🚀Send us a textGet ready to be inspired by Tim Schmoyer's incredible journey of navigating career transitions while staying true to one powerful mission—changing lives. In this episode, we dive into Tim's story, from his roots in youth ministry to building a YouTube empire through "Video Creators" and now scaling impact as Chief Creator Coach at vidIQ. With a career spanning multiple industries, Tim shares how his unwavering mission to reach people and make a difference has guided every step of his path.Tim’s journey is packed with life lessons about aligning your...
2025-01-3151 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerTurn Viewers into Customers with the MVO MethodYou have an amazing product to sell, but there's so much to still figure out. How much do you charge? And then, how do you pitch it in a way that people understand the value and feel like they would be stupid NOT to buy it? In this episode, you will learn how to create a minimal viable offer, find the right price for your products, and make sure you're making a profit so your business can thrive. Tune in for some great tips on boosting your sales and creating offers that feel like a no-brainer for...
2024-10-1435 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerUse this process to create a product your audience actually WANTS to buyMaybe you’re like me, and you’ve made the mistake of thinking that just because you have an audience on YouTube, they’ll buy whatever you sell them. Trust me, this is not true. -Especially if you’re launching the wrong product. But how do you know that you’re launching the wrong product? And more importantly, how do you not waste your time and make sure you’re launching the RIGHT product? Watch this episode of Creator Business Labs to learn how to build, test, and optimize your creative products without wasting your time.
2024-09-1630 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerTop 3 models creators use for making money [and which one works best for you]YouTube has changed so much over the past decade, and what used to be a goldmine a few years back now barely brings in a few cents.In this episode, I break down how the creator economy has evolved and tried to make sense of the whole "business model" thing. I talk about different ways you can create value with your content, how to deliver that value to your audience, and most importantly, how to actually earn from it. I also explain a few key revenue models, like the classic YouTube AdSense...
2024-08-2320 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerHow I Tricked Successful People into Mentoring meMentorship in any endeavor so important. There have been some incredibly important people over the years that have had key roles in shaping my business journey. But how do you find a good mentor and how to you get them to mentor you?? In this episode of Creator Business Labs, I’ll be answering questions regarding how to find and secure valuable mentorship in the creator economy. I’ll also share practical tips on building relationships, being memorable, and approaching potential mentors to accelerate your business success. You can apply these principles today...
2024-06-1438 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerWhat is Creator Business Lab?For the past 10 years, I've been in the trenches with content creators, hearing the same dreams over and over: more family time, ability to travel, and sharing their passions with the world. But here's the catch: even after they've figured out how to make YouTube their full-time gig, they end up feeling stuck—overwhelmed, running in place, and not really living the life they imagined.Growing a channel is one thing, but the real magic happens when you learn to turn that channel into a thriving business that gives you freedom, not just more tasks. It's not ab...
2024-03-2933 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerReclaiming Control when your Business Owns YOU [My Story]I started my business because I wanted freedom: Freedom of time and finances. I had a passion for my business and wanted to share it with the world. But after years of grinding, I realized I was driving so hard for my dreams that I could never take time off to rest and enjoy the dream I was trying to create. I was not free at all, but a slave to my business. Instead of owning a business, my business owned me.Maybe you are here. Maybe you began your business expecting...
2024-02-0734 min
DadWorkCreating a Family Culture of Impact and Hospitality - Tim SchmoyerToday's guest is Tim Schmoyer.We go deep today, talking about:How to start taking fatherhood and family leadership as seriously as it deservesFamily as a vehicle for multi-generational impactBuilding a family culture and seeing the kids as contributors to the missionWhy we should take hospitality seriouslyHow to start building connections and relationships with local families as a host (with both small and huge opportunities, depending on your situation)Tim Schmoyer lives in the Cincinnati, O...
2023-11-2145 min
After The Exit - An Allsmith Growth PodcastTim Schmoyer's Evolution of a Creator - From YouTube's Infancy to AcquisitionIn this episode of "After the Exit," host Blake Smith sits down with Tim Schmoyer, founder of Video Creators, to explore the early days of YouTube and Tim's transformative journey in the creator economy. From posting a 30-second "test video" in 2006 to the successful acquisition of his agency by vidIQ, Tim offers a deep dive into the evolution of YouTube, the shifts in the creator landscape, and the challenges and lessons from his personal entrepreneurial journey. Learn about the evolution of YouTube, the significance of the creator economy in today's digital age, and the profound life and business insights...
2023-11-0157 min
The Online Course Show210: The YouTube Playbook for Course Creators (Featuring Tim Schmoyer)In today's episode, we have a special guest, Tim Schmoyer, joining us to talk about "The YouTube Playbook for Course Creators." Tim, the founder of Video Creators, has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the YouTube space, and he is here to share his strategies and insights for turning your audience into a thriving community.
We'll delve into the three key buckets of community, discoverable, and sales, and explore how each plays a vital role in attracting new viewers, nurturing existing subscribers, and ultimately driving sales. Tim also shares his journey of selling Video Creators to...
2023-10-171h 04
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerIn a disconnected world, we use our home for building connectionWhat is community? Is it the people in your church that you say hi to on Sunday? Is it the families in your small group? Is it your neighbors? What if you live out in country? What does community look like then?How do you engage in your community? What is your purpose in your community? How do you use the gifts God has given you to serve your community? How does hospitality play into all of this?In this episode, I have my most...
2023-10-091h 06
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerGrowing a Business With a Family vs Without (Spoiler: WITH is Better!)Recently I was able to sit down with Greg Smith, cofounder and CEO of Thinkific. He and his brother took this company from a little starter company to a billion dollar company traded on the NY Stock Exchange in less than 10 years - all while having a family. You might find yourself in a similar spot, trying to grow a company while trying to figure out what is most important and where to put your energy. It may feel like the company rises and falls on your shoulders and any time you s...
2023-07-1728 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerNavigating marriage challenges in entrepreneurship [feat. Sean Cannell]https://www.youtube.com/embed/BPHfSg7w4H8" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen>Sean and I have known each other for a long time. We connected in the early days of YouTube due to our similar paths regarding church ministry, video creating, etc. It’s been so cool to watch him grow into a multi-million dollar business owner. But, his story is not without challenges. Along his path to success, his business has had an impact on his family, marriage and...
2023-05-1857 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerThe Chosen CEO rejects "balance" in business and family. Instead, he pursues this...Recently, I got the pleasure of sitting down with a long time friend, Derral Eves who is the CEO and executive producer of The Chosen. We got to discuss how he manages his businesses and his family well. Derral shares practical examples of how he is 100% present at home, gives individual attention to each of his five kids, creates family memories, takes personal time for himself, focuses during work time and then disconnects. I hope you are encouraged by these practical examples and the backstory to how The Chosen all began.
2023-04-1452 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerBeing Fully Present with Family while the Business Consumes Our ThoughtsIt has been said, “Wherever you are, be there.” But when it comes to turning off your brain and focusing just on your business or just on your family, this is way easier said than done. Last week, I was able to sit down and discuss this topic with one of my good friends and former employee’s Lennon Bone. We talked about how to keep our mind focused on the present and I also shared the most important question I ask to better foster better communication and better relationships with my family...
2023-03-2330 min
Nickel City Soundtrack PodcastNCS 114 - No Doom Bright Joy (Tim Schmoyer)In this episode Chris and Derek interviewed Tim Schmoyer. Tim is a drummer from Buffalo that you may know from such bands as Manic Depression, UpXFront, V. Card and others. We talked to Tim about getting into music starting the band Manic Depression.... his move to be in the band UpXfront and his various other musical endeavors. We also talked to him about a tour prank that made the national news . We talked to him about his current Fibber as well. Enjoy!
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2023-03-071h 58
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerThese mindsets determine if your family and business thrives or strugglesThere’s a lot of similarities in how to successfully lead a business and a family. Let’s talk about it!SEND ME A VOICE MESSAGE: Questions? Comments? Thoughts to share? Leave a voice message here.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Anchor.fm YouTubeLET'S CONNECT! Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedInABOUT METhis is Tim Schmoyer's personal podcast where he shares what he's learning from growing and sell...
2023-03-0333 min
The Creator FeedFeatured Guest, Tim Schmoyer: Creator Burnout, ASU Partners with Creators, TikTok Testing Podcasts, and more!This is a special edition of The Creator Feed with a guest, Tim Schmoyer! We discuss the challenges and stress creators face today and ways to improve their health and overall well-being. Plus, Tim shares his personal story of burnout and the incredible impact on his life. It's a doozy! Tim is the founder of Video Creators, which was recently acquired by vidIQ. He now serves as the Chief Creator Coach, where he helps millions of creators grow their audiences and businesses. We also dive into some creator news this week:
2023-02-0236 min
Eat Blog TalkExpert Strategies to Optimize and Grow your YouTube Channel - The Surprising Truth behind YouTube with Tim SchmoyerIn episode 375, Megan chats to Tim Schmoyer about expert strategies to optimize our YouTube channels for easy discovery and growth in 2023. Since 2011, Tim Schmoyer has been one of the leading YouTube strategists in the online video industry. His company, Video Creators, has been featured by FOX, Forbes, BBC even YouTube themselves as his team trains creators and brands to master YouTube and use it as a place to spread messages that change lives. Their clients have organically grown by over 20 billion views and 81 millions subscribers under their guidance. In this episode, you'll learn more about YouTube search...
2023-01-1249 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerThe internal dragons I slayed this yearA lot happened for me in 2022, mostly on a personal level. Some dragons came up that I had to slay. As difficult as they were, doing so has been very fruitful in my life, my business, my family, and my marriage.SEND ME A VOICE MESSAGE: Questions? Comments? Thoughts to share? Leave a voice message here.SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Anchor.fm YouTubeLET'S CONNECT! Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn...
2022-12-0540 min
Video CreatorsThe Danger of Reaching Your Dreams on YouTubeWe have big goals for ourselves. As creators, we want X amount of subs and we want to make X amount of dollars in X amount of time. When we actually reach these goals, we expect this huge momentous experience. But in all reality, it can be a huge let down. Roberto Blake and I were able to sit down recently and discuss what happens when you actually get what you want on YouTube. We aren't trying to crush your dreams here, but simply put you in a better place mentally for the journey. Get Roberto's book...
2022-10-1731 min
EDGE of the Web - The Best SEO Podcast for Today's Digital MarketerYouTube Shorts & Recovering from Burnout w/ Tim SchmoyerIn our second segment with Tim Schmoyer, founder of VideoCreators.com, we walk through what it takes to create YouTube Shorts with success. It's not for the faint of heart, truly. Learn about the steps to adhere to and the audience's desires in Shorts. Tim also shares his story of content creation burnout and the stresses and issues it caused. Tim provides a good deal of transparency into how he got through it and shared tips to avoid "hitting the wall" in your production and, more importantly, your health. [00:04:58] YouTube Shorts: What Value Do They Have?
2022-08-1641 minEDGE of the Web - The Best SEO Podcast for Today's Digital MarketerBreaking the Google Mindset in YouTube w/ Tim SchmoyerTim Schmoyer joins back up with the EDGE to discuss a dissonance that has to be figured out: we can't use our Google SEO mindset for YouTube optimization. It's not going to work, and we learn why it doesn't on today's show. Sneak peek: It's about engagement and emotion…that's what feeds the algorithm. Be sure to check out the Video Creators YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/videocreatorstv [00:07:42] The Google Mentality Doesn't Apply to YouTube [00:13:18] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Page One Power edgeofthewebradio.com/pageonepower [00:14:54] Paradigm Shift #1: No Lon...
2022-08-0938 min
The Video Marketing World PodcastWhat Volley is and its Value to Video Marketing with Tim SchmoyerThis is the Video Marketing World Podcast! In today’s podcast, our guest and YouTube genius Tim Schmoyer talks about Volley -- how Tim discovered Volley, how Tim used Volley, and the true value that Volley brings to video marketing. Let's get to some video marketing... Time Stamps:2:20 - Where did Tim find out about Volley? 4:20 - Marco Polo coaching platform alternative. 6:16 - Volley is slack and marco polo merged together.7:40 - Connection is key, video responses are awesome. 12:50 - How much do you pay for Volley?...
2022-03-2320 min
Truth with Tara021 /// Simplify Your Life with Tim SchmoyerIn this episode, Tara has a sit down convo with fellow YouTube creator, Tim Schmoyer. Tim is the host of Video Creators, the premiere YouTube Growth Agency for YouTube Creators and entrepreneurs. It was founded in 2013. He has a passion to equip creators with next level tactics so they can further grow their audience and business.
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2022-03-2150 min
The Video EntrepreneurThe Sales Strategy That Won't Kill Your YouTube Channel with Tim SchmoyerIn this episode, we have Tim Schmoyer joining us to talk about creating a sales strategy that doesn't kill your Youtube channel. He'll share his method for growing an audience organically, how to build strong connections and trust with an audience, and here's a big one he's figured out — how to sell products and services to that audience on YouTube.
Since 2011, Tim Schmoyer has been one of the leading YouTube strategists in the online video industry. His company, Video Creators, has been featured by FOX, Forbes, BBC even YouTube themselves as his team trains creators and brands to...
2022-03-0236 min
Course Creator Community Podcast | Online Courses, Course Creation, Membership Sites and Online MarketingShould course creators YouTube with Tim SchmoyerIn this episode, Jono interviews Tim Schmoyer. Tim is a YouTube strategist certified by YouTube in Audience Growth. So far he’s helped his clients organically reach over 18billion billion views and 61 million subscribers. His company Video Creators have been featured by FOX, BBC, and YouTube themselves. He’s done YT strategies for Disney, Warner Brothers, eBay, Budweiser, HBO + more!Connect with Tim: https://www.facebook.com/videocreatorshttps://hi.volley.app/land?tk=hFsFWWXaTp7kCMRE7d0dzg-tk Want to connect with the Course Creator Community on Facebook?
2022-02-2752 min
Video CreatorsThe hustle mentality kills your soul. Invest into these 5 efforts for growth instead.When you first start your YouTube channel and your business, you're all excited to jump in! You have a great vision of what the future is going to look like: freedom, independence, spreading your message, changing people's lives, doing something you're passionate about, etc! And then you start making money and achieve the thing you set out to accomplish. But soon you find that the excitement gives way to a grind. It's a hustle mentality that you can't sustain at the same pace going forward into the future. You want to slow down, but you can't. The...
2022-02-2138 min
The Family Business with The Alessis: A Christian Parenting and Marriage PodcastBONUS: How to Manage a Big Family + Big Business with Tim Schmoyer, CEO of Video CreatorsIn this bonus episode of The Family Business with The Alessis, we talked with entrepreneur and YouTube creator Tim Schmoyer about how he and his wife are successfully managing a large family while growing a mission centered, influential business - so that you can do the same. Tim Schmoyer is the founder of Video Creators, a media consulting agency that has been featured by FOX, Forbes, the BBC, and even by YouTube themselves. They work to build YouTube strategy for brands like Disney, HBO, Budweiser, eBay, Warner Brothers, television stars, and new creators alike. Tim's...
2022-01-0542 min
Story Greenlight with Jeff Bartsch008. How to Create for Human Connection w/ Tim SchmoyerWhat’s the connection between 18 billion views on YouTube and raising chickens in your back yard? Turns out, the connection is kind of a big deal for anyone who wants to succeed on YouTube, and you’ll hear all about it from today's guest. Tim Schmoyer and his team at Video Creators have facilitated over 18 billion views for their clients, delivering world-class YouTube strategy for individual YouTube creators, small businesses, and high-end clients including Disney, Warner Brothers, eBay, Budweiser, and Century 21.Tim has literally taught YouTube to YouTube employees, and he’s built a 7-figure busines...
2021-12-3145 min
The Do You Even Blog PodcastTim Schmoyer drops YouTube Strategy BOMBSWhen I transitioned to YouTube in 2020--Tim Schmoyer was my #1 source of trusted YouTube strategy content. He's THE YouTube guy, in my opinion. What he says to do, I do. In this chat, we talk...Battling business burnoutYouTube tips for newbiesAdvanced tactics to grow engagement, retention, and connection via video.What's "coming soon" in terms of YT strategyand more.Enjoy!You can find Tim's YouTube channel here (Video Creators): https://www.youtube.com/c/VideoCreatorsWANT TO LEAVE A VOICEMAIL AND GET FEATURED ON THE PODCAST?Visit h...
2021-11-1543 minThe Do You Even Blog PodcastTim Schmoyer drops YouTube Strategy BOMBSWhen I transitioned to YouTube in 2020--Tim Schmoyer was my #1 source of trusted YouTube strategy content. He's THE YouTube guy, in my opinion. What he says to do, I do. In this chat, we talk...Battling business burnoutYouTube tips for newbiesAdvanced tactics to grow engagement, retention, and connection via video.What's "coming soon" in terms of YT strategyand more.Enjoy!You can find Tim's YouTube channel here (Video Creators): https://www.youtube.com/c/VideoCreatorsWANT TO LEAVE A VOICEMAIL AND GET FEATURED ON THE PODCAST?Visit h...
2021-11-1543 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerThe benefits of a company team retreat vs a family team retreatLast week we had a company team retreat and a family team retreat. One went great. The other not so much. These are some of my reflections on what worked, what didn’t, and the impact retreats can have on our business and family.Questions? Comments? Thoughts to share? Leave a voice message here: https://www.businessfamilymarriage.com/voicemailSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-family-marriage-with-tim-schmoyer/id1573344035- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1y7YfpsVlVw6jEmRD6Olgo- Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/fe...
2021-10-1229 min
Grow Your Video Business with Ryan KoralHow to Best Use YouTube to Generate Leads w/ Tim SchmoyerYouTube is huge and a bit overwhelming. Many videomakers wonder if it's even worth getting into. But if approached the right way, it can be a huge boon for your business. If you want ideas on how to use YouTube to win clients and grow your influence, then this episode is for you. Key Takeaways The most important part of your YouTube strategy is knowing your target audience. These are your ideal clients. Once you identify what they want and how you fill that need, you're ready to move forward. YouTube is a...
2021-09-201h 01
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerWhat happens in business and family when I don’t set boundariesIt's important that my business stays focused on becoming the best in the world at one thing, not mediocre at a lot of things. When I lose my focus, the business declines. I have to say "no" to a lot of good and tempting things in order to win.Same with my family. Right now people are asking us to make family videos again, but we stopped Reclaiming Motherhood because we just don't have the bandwidth for it. It's easy for a family to get pulled in a lot of different directions and sacrifice time and relationships...
2021-09-1826 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerIt’s often our fault when employees and kids failEmployees and kids don’t come out of a box fully trained and designed to do one thing and do it well. Often the frustrations we might feel about the poor job our employees or kids do is actually our fault for not training them well enough. We poorly set expectations and then expect them to meet the undefined expectations every time. Instead, SOPs can be a great tool in helping us set expectations and then ensure that they’re met every time, whether it be by employees or children.Questions? Comments? Thoughts to share? Leave a voic...
2021-07-3125 min
Elder My City, with Tim SchmoyerMotivating kids and employees to do good workThe normal approach is to motivating employees is to pay them more money. With kids, we typically motivate them with bigger rewards or worse consequences. There’s some merit to both approaches, but I’ve been thinking about what Daniel Pink refers to in his research about what drives people. It’s prompted a few thoughts for both motivating our employees as well as our kids. The research seems counterintuitive at first, but I think it makes sense to enabling our business teams and children to enjoy their work more and do it better than ever before.Drive...
2021-07-2433 min
Chad and Steve Have a PodcastWhy YouTubers Need to Evolve, with Tim Schmoyer (Ep. 43)In this episode we welcome back Tim Schmoyer from Video Creators to talk about the ever-changing landscape of YouTube and how YouTubers need to evolve to stay relevant.
Check out Tim's channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/VideoCreatorsTV
2021-07-121h 13Video CreatorsHow to Decide What Information to Give Away for Free vs. Sell [Ep.#272]If you're an expert in your space or an educator of some kind on YouTube, this is a common question. You want to provide helpful information to people online with your videos, but you can't give it all away. You need something left to sell. So how do you show your expertise without giving everything away for free? Today we share how we approach it with our business and what seems to work for other creators in a similar situation. By the end of this episode, you should know exactly what to do share freely and what...
2021-07-0544 minVideo CreatorsExamples of Changes Creators Make on YouTube for the Greatest Growth [Ep.#271]In this episode, we take a look at some of the channels we've worked with that experienced massive, breakout growth and evaluate what each of them did that created that kind of growth on their channel. Fortunately, each of the principles they implemented is one that we can all implement, too. By the end of our conversation, you'll have several, practical ideas for how you can grow your own channel more quickly. CREATOR SPOTLIGHT: Check out Tom Rees of, "Eat, Sleep, Dream English" here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu4AP8qmYnXNUipUeyPQKig ...
2021-06-2841 min
Old Fashioned On PurposeS5 E10: How to Grow Your Homestead Business on YouTube with Tim SchmoyerHave you ever sunk a TON of your valuable time, energy, and effort into something only to see little-to-no results on the backend? Despite what you might see on my YouTube page now, this was my experience on the platform several years ago when I first started. In fact, I got so frustrated I nearly gave up on it entirely. Does this describe your current circumstance? If so, fear not my friend. Today on the podcast I'm joined by the one and only Tim Schmoyer. Tim is the owner of Video Creators, a company that trains other creators and...
2021-06-1754 min
The Videocraft Show Presented by Video Husky15 Years of YouTube Creation: Lessons Learned with Tim Schmoyer of Video Creators [The Videocraft Show Episode #16]“It’s not about how often you publish. It’s about how you make someone feel about your content.” ⸺ Tim Schmoyer Thursday, March 2nd, 2006. That’s the day this episode’s guest of The Videocraft Show presented By Video Husky posted his first YouTube video. Fifteen years later and he’s still going strong. Tim Schmoyer is the founder of Video Creators. It’s an online community and educational resource for YouTube creators, entrepreneurs, and brand professionals. Video Creators has deve...
2021-05-041h 12
The Visual LoungeWhy You Need to Humanize Your Videos with Tim SchmoyerIf you’re spending a lot of time getting caught up in video SEO practices and it’s not working for you, stop and ask yourself: who’s really watching your videos?While getting your videos found is important, making a human connection so that viewers come back time and time again is a much better long-term approach.Video Strategist and Founder of VideoCreators.com, Tim Schmoyer, joins this episode of The Visual Lounge to share why you need to optimize your videos for people, not robots. He also gives his top tips for creating thumbn...
2021-04-2856 min
Blitz Growth With Jack PaxtonCrushing YouTube's algorithm using polarizing content with Tim SchmoyerTim is one of the YouTube OG's. He's coached and helped some of the largest channels on YouTube grow.
Him and his team have been responsible for 17+ billion YouTube views and millions of followers.
We go over the important factors when creating content. Why some channels thrive and others flounder.
So if you are looking to grow a YouTube channel or need some pointers on how to create better content. Tune In!
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2021-04-061h 01Video CreatorsReclaiming The HUSTLE MentalityAny successful creative or business endeavor requires hustle in order to succeed. Yet, as Tim is personally experiencing, that hustle can become unhealthy over time and leave you in a pretty bad place. So today we'll discuss Lennon's HUSTLE definition, which provides a healthier framework for evaluating our own work, both creatively and inside our business and helps ensure that life remains more balanced. CREATOR SPOTLIGHT: Carlos Devis grew his channel from 40,000 subscribers to 250,000 subscribers in less than a year. He shares the main things that contributed to his growth in this episode. Check out his channel...
2020-11-061h 02EDGE of the Web - The Best SEO Podcast for Today's Digital MarketerState of the YouTube Address with Tim SchmoyerOur featured guest on EDGE of the Web episode 367 is Tim Schmoyer, CEO of Video Creators. In 2006, Tim was in graduate school and wanted to introduce his girlfriend to his family across the country, so he uploaded videos to YouTube of them hanging out together. Others started watching, which freaked him out a bit, so he started digging into YouTube to figure out how it worked. In 2011, he became the first creator to start training YouTube creators. Today his company, Video Creators, has been featured by FOX, Forbes, BBC even YouTube themselves. His team has helped their clients organically...
2020-09-141h 05
Fastlane Founders and Legacy with Jason Barnard: Personal Branding, AI Strategies, and SEO Insights for Visionary CEOsStrategies to Grow Your YouTube Channel (Tim Schmoyer With Jason Barnard)Tim Schmoyer with Jason Barnard at Kalicube Tuesdays
Tim Schmoyer talks to Jason Barnard about growth strategies for YouTube.
For all new creators reaching a goal such as 100,000 subscribers is the driving force behind their videos. However, in this podcast Tim goes onto discuss why asking for people to subscribe in every video might not be the route to success. YouTube's algorithm plays an important role in whether your content will be recommended on the homepage or left alone to be found using the search bar. With 300 hours of video being uploaded to YouTube every minute it is becoming increasingly...
2020-09-0838 minVideo CreatorsThe 5 Sales Tactics I Used to Earn over $1 Million on YouTube [Ep. #229]Over the past few years I've started several online businesses. Video Creators itself has earned millions of dollars on YouTube and today I want to share with you the 5 sales tactics I used that allowed me to grow the business and serve an audience of YouTube creators better than ever before. Use these 5 principles to grow your own business on YouTube and increase sales so you can serve the people best who need what you're offering. CREATOR SPOTLIGHT: Mike and his family have a profitable YouTube channel, but they're working very hard to just make ends...
2020-08-111h 00
The Matt Johnston ShowYouTube Secrets: How to Build a Massive, Profitable Audience with Expert Tim SchmoyerIn this week's episode I sit down with Tim Schmoyer. Tim is known worldwide as one of the top YouTube experts on the planet.
Tim has done YouTube strategy for the likes of Disney, Warner Bros, Budweiser, HBO, and the list goes on and on. We dig deep into the many misconceptions out there about how to grow on YouTube and the secrets even Google might not openly admit. Learn more about Tim at https://videocreators.com/ (https://videocreators.com/)
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2020-07-1751 min
TubeTalk: Your YouTube How-To Guide5 Advanced Analytics EVERY Youtuber should be looking at with Tim SchmoyerSend us a textMost Youtube creators know that analytics are a critical part of growing your YouTube channel. We tend to focus on real-time views, watch time, retention but is that enough?Today on TubeTalk, Tim Schmoyer shares with us 5 Advance Analytics that every creator should be focused on in order to really take the channel to the next level!In this episode you will learn:How to use groupsEnd screen element shown End screen elements clicked (Bonus: Playlists Strategy)Real-time analyticsHelicopter ViewMake sure you follow Tim f...
2020-06-2534 minTubeTalk: Your YouTube How-To Guide5 Advanced Analytics EVERY Youtuber should be looking at with Tim SchmoyerSend us a textMost Youtube creators know that analytics are a critical part of growing your YouTube channel. We tend to focus on real-time views, watch time, retention but is that enough?Today on TubeTalk, Tim Schmoyer shares with us 5 Advance Analytics that every creator should be focused on in order to really take the channel to the next level!In this episode you will learn:How to use groupsEnd screen element shown End screen elements clicked (Bonus: Playlists Strategy)Real-time analyticsHelicopter ViewMake sure you follow Tim f...
2020-06-2534 min
Win The Hour, Win The DayThe Secrets To Reaching Your Audience On Youtube! With Tim SchmoyerTim Schmoyer's clients have organically grown by 14 billion views and 61 millions subscribers under his team's guidance.Tim started out using video to share stories with his family back home. Join us as Tim shares how you can grow your business easily using Youtube.Learn how:-simple it is to get started-how you already have everything you need-the most important thing every video needs Win The Hour, Win The Day! www.winthehourwintheday.comPodcast: Win The Hour, Win The Day PodcastFacebook: https://ww...
2020-06-0233 minVideo CreatorsOur Most Recommended Books for Growing Views and Money [Ep. #217]Books are an amazing resource of inexpensive, in-depth, detailed information. There's a few books that have been consistently influential in helping creators turn their channels into sustainable, full-time businesses as well as help them grow their channels' viewership. Today we'll review those books so you can be better equipped to get better results on your channel, as well. CREATOR SPOTLIGHT: George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/georgegammon REGISTER FOR VIDEO LABS: https://videocreators.com/video-labs/ Get any of the books we mentioned FREE as an audiobook with an Audible trial: https://videocreators...
2020-05-2253 minVideo CreatorsWhat Makes Our 15 Favorite YouTube Channels So Watchable [Ep. #215]Here at Video Creators, we have some favorite YouTube channels that we love to watch personally. Today we'll discuss the principles of what these creators do well that makes it so easy for us (and others!) to fall in love with their videos and want to watch more and more. YOUTUBE NEWS STORIES MENTIONED - Video Chapters coming to YouTube: https://youtu.be/BvyQ70PVI4s - Permission settings expanded: https://youtu.be/nMZqxczIP3I - Longer titles, comments collapsed by default on mobile: https://youtu.be/2CExDc6saF4 - FameBit self-service is...
2020-05-0759 min
Made for ProfitMFP 123: Building a Community with Tim Schmoyer of Video CreatorsWe’re stoked about today’s guest who honestly shared some of what I think is the most valuable content we’ve had to date. Tim Schmoyer is one of the premier YouTube experts, but the knowledge you’ll get in this episode goes way past YouTube. He talks about finding your perfect customer, weaving your brand story, and finding and filling the needs of your customers. You’re gonna love this one.
Since 2011, Tim Schmoyer has been one of the leading YouTube strategists in the online video industry. His company, Video Creators, has been featured by FOX, Forbes...
2020-02-261h 16
The Boss Mom PodcastBoss Dad Spotlight: Tim Schmoyer On How to Build a Business Around Your FamilyWe often think of our businesses as our babies, but at the end of the day, what really matters is our actual families. Is it possible to run companies while staying actively involved in our kids' lives - and what happens if we have large families? How can we build businesses around our families, rather than the other way around? On this Boss Dad Spotlight episode, leading YouTube strategist, Tim Schmoyer shares how to build businesses that serve our families. 3 Things We Learned From This Episode Run big families like businesses (08:30 - 09:42) ...
2019-11-2139 min
Raising Unicorns: A Harmon Brothers PodcastTim Schmoyer: Why YouTube Channels FailDaniel Harmon talks with Tim Schmoyer, a YouTube-certified audience growth consultant and video strategist to 500,000 different creators and brands. Hear how Tim changes lives by sharing powerful stories and how he’s helped companies like Disney, HBO, and eBay do the same.01:38 - YouTube before the “Subscribe” button05:46 - Poop to gold: Losing a job, finding a calling15:23 - How to build brand clarity in your videos18:02 - How to create compelling stories21:01 - When to reevaluate your strategyTo see what else Tim is up to, follow him on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebo...
2019-08-2024 min
Engage Video Marketing PodcastEVM099 How Story Builds YouTube Engagement with Tim SchmoyerEpisode 99 is the first episode of our new YouTube series in the Engage Video Marketing Podcast. I’m so excited to have Tim Schmoyer, the founder of Video Creators, join us to talk about how to use YouTube in business today. Tim is an absolute legend in the world of YouTube strategy helping his clients organically earn over 15 billion views and 61 million subscribers. He has been featured by Fox, Forbes, BBC and even YouTube. VideoCreators.com is a premiere online community for YouTube Creators and entrepreneurs where you learn cutting edge YouTube growth strategies and how to bui...
2019-07-0145 min
The Food Blogger Pro PodcastYouTube for Food Influencers with Tim SchmoyerHow YouTube prioritizes videos, why YouTube is different from other social platforms, and the characteristics of successful YouTube accounts with Tim Schmoyer. ----- Welcome to episode 206 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Tim Schmoyer about creating, delivering, and capturing value on YouTube. YouTube for Food Influencers While we know that "hands and pans" videos perform well on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, are they really the best types of videos to share on YouTube? Tim Schmoyer is here today to t...
2019-06-1151 min
Yours in MarketingTim Schmoyer: YouTube, Video Strategy for B2B, and Raising 7 KidsHave you ever tried to start a personal or brand YouTube channel? Then you've heard of Tim Schmoyer. He is the best YouTube video strategist on the planet, and has helped companies like Budweiser, Warner Bros., HBO, and Disney.In this episode, we talk about owning your own company, the right way to strategize video in B2B, and raising 7 kids!You can find more about Tim and what he's working on at Video Creators.He also runs one of the best YouTube channels out there, and can help you grow your online presence through video. You can check out h...
2019-04-1741 min
Leveling Up with Eric SiuMaster of YouTube Tim Schmoyer Spills His Secrets to Growing a Channel to 60M Views in Just 9 Months Hey everyone! In today’s episode, I share the mic with Tim Schmoyer, CEO and founder of Video Creators, which grew out of something organic and is now one of the leading businesses that seeks to help others create financially viable YouTube channels. Tune in to hear how Tim helped a CEO build a channel that gets 30M views a month from scratch, how he’s helped people further their own lives and careers with his videos, and how you can make money using a number of revenue streams. Click here for show notes and trans...
2019-04-1339 min
Leveling Up with Eric SiuMaster of YouTube Tim Schmoyer Spills His Secrets to Growing a Channel to 60M Views in Just 9 Months Hey everyone! In today’s episode, I share the mic with Tim Schmoyer, CEO and founder of Video Creators, which grew out of something organic and is now one of the leading businesses that seeks to help others create financially viable YouTube channels. Tune in to hear how Tim helped a CEO build a channel that gets 30M views a month from scratch, how he’s helped people further their own lives and careers with his videos, and how you can make money using a number of revenue streams. Click here for show notes and trans...
2019-04-1339 min
The My Wife Quit Her Job Podcast With Steve Chou244: Tim Schmoyer On How To Create A Successful YouTube ChannelToday, I’m really happy to have Tim Schmoyer on the show. Tim is someone who came highly recommended to me by Colin Jones who will be a future guest on this podcast. He is a veteran when it comes to audience growth on YouTube. And he specializes in helping YouTube creators spread their message to reach people online. His channel has over 400K subscribers and this interview comes at an opportune time because I’m actively trying to grow my new show, The 5 Minute Pitch. What You’ll Learn Tim’s motivation for starting VideoCreators.com. The types of video...
2019-02-1456 min
The Online Course Coach Podcast | Tips & Interviews on How to Create Online Courses, eLearning, Video Training & Membership SitesThe Importance of YouTube for Course Creators with Tim SchmoyerAre you looking to grow your audience and build a community? In this interview, Tim Schmoyer talks about how to use YouTube videos to teach others, build authentic relationships and market your course.
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2018-05-1000 min
Bridge The AtlanticTim Schmoyer: Video Creators, Building an Audience Online & Creator MotivationJoining us this week out of Ohio is founder of Video Creators, Tim Schmoyer. Tim has published thousands of videos, racked up millions of views, and is even certified by YouTube in “Audience Growth.”With Video Creators, Tim helps YouTube creators effectively spread their message to reach people online – and we’re excited to hear the advice he’d offer for musicians and other creatives.Highlights:Tim shares how you should be thinking about why you do something rather than simply what you do“If money is your goal, it’ll ruin y...
2018-03-0520 min
The YouTube Power Hour PodcastEverything You Need to Know to Get Started on YouTube with Tim Schmoyer (ARCHIVE EPISODE) Enjoy this encore episode of my interview with YouTube expert Tim Schmoyer. I was sick this week, so no new episode. BUT, this was one of my most informative interviews so I wanted to highlight it in case you had never heard it before! On March 2, 2006, Tim created his first YouTube channel and started making videos with the girl who later became his wife. Since then he's created and published over 2,000 videos, amassed millions of views, hundreds of thousands of subscribers, won video contests, worked with some of the country's top brands, and became officially certified by Yo...
2016-07-281h 08The YouTube Power Hour PodcastEverything You Need to Know to Get Started on YouTube with Tim Schmoyer Enjoy this encore episode of my interview with YouTube expert Tim Schmoyer. I was sick this week, so no new episode. BUT, this was one of my most informative interviews so I wanted to highlight it in case you had never heard it before! On March 2, 2006, Tim created his first YouTube channel and started making videos with the girl who later became his wife. Since then he's created and published over 2,000 videos, amassed millions of views, hundreds of thousands of subscribers, won video contests, worked with some of the country's top brands, and became officially certified by Yo...
2016-07-281h 08
The Food Blogger Pro PodcastThe Secret to Engaging Video with Tim Schmoyer from VideoCreators.comWelcome to episode 51 of the Food Blogger Pro podcast! In this episode, Bjork talks all things video with Tim Schmoyer from VideoCreators.com. We've all heard it recently: video is the new thing. Get into video. Video is key. Okay, okay. We get it. We need to get into video. But once we make that commitment and dive right in, how do we get people to watch it? And beyond that, how do we get them to keep watching it? Keeping viewers engaged with your video is extrememly important. The longer they watch...
2016-06-071h 02
The Dealer PlaybookTim Schmoyer: How to Grow Your Dealership YouTube AudienceWelcome to session 69 of The Dealer Playbook Podcast! We are so glad you are here and we have a great episode for you! In this session we are sitting down with a YouTube Certified professional specializing in audience growth and he is the founder of Video Creators, we are sitting down with Tim Schmoyer. Tim is a monster when it comes to YouTube. His YouTube channel Video Creators TV has over a 100,000 subscribers and releases several new videos every week. Tim has consulted with several major corporations wit...
2015-10-1535 min
The Cerrone ShowYoutube’s SECRET Weapon for video - Tim Schmoyer EP. #113Have you been thinking of starting a YouTube channel? Tim Schmoyer is the founder of the Video Creators YouTube channel as well as a husband, father, speaker, and author. Listen as he gives some tips & tricks about getting started and teaches you how to build your audience. Find out how he grew his YouTube channel from zero to 10k in 12 months. He has worked with some of the nations top brands within the YouTube community and is YouTube certified in audience growth.
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2014-11-0557 min
Life In Student MinistryFree youth ministry resource pack from YM360! [Freebie Friday]Our Weekly Freebie Friday: #300
Wow. This week marks 300 consecutive weeks of a free youth ministry resource every Friday! For 5.77 years I have not missed a Friday in trying to resource youth workers to serve teens and their families. Crazy!
Unfortunately, the 300th week also marks the milestone of the final regular Freebie Friday here at Life In Student Ministry. I’ll still post free youth ministry resources that I think are worth passing along, but this will be the last regularly scheduled post in the Freebie Friday series.
Why am I concluding such a...
2012-09-2800 minLife In Student MinistryFree youth ministry resource pack from YM360! [Freebie Friday]Our Weekly Freebie Friday: #300
Wow. This week marks 300 consecutive weeks of a free youth ministry resource every Friday! For 5.77 years I have not missed a Friday in trying to resource youth workers to serve teens and their families. Crazy!
Unfortunately, the 300th week also marks the milestone of the final regular Freebie Friday here at Life In Student Ministry. I’ll still post free youth ministry resources that I think are worth passing along, but this will be the last regularly scheduled post in the Freebie Friday series.
Why am I concluding such a...
2012-09-2800 min
Youth QuestionsWhat Should I Do with My Life and Future?This week's question comes from a teenager who feels depressed ever since graduating from high school. This teen feels like there's little hope for the future, and thus is not eating and feels the urge to start cutting. What should he/she do? We do our best to answer this question from several different angles: the underlying root problem that might be causing these symptoms, the truth of what God thinks about us, and how to go about determining what job and career might work best for us. We all need direction and a future in our lives. We recommend...
2012-01-1611 min
Youth QuestionsMy grades suck. How do I tell my parents?This week's question comes from a teenager who asks, "Hey! I am in grade 10 and my grades suck. I study and everything, but when test day comes up I go a blank. How do I tell my parents?" Tim Schmoyer and two other youth workers share some of their stories from growing up and struggling with tests and school. We also give advice, help, suggestions, and recommendations for how to tell your parents about your bad grades. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR WEEKLY VIDEOS! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=youthquestions YOUTH WORKERS IN THIS VIDEO George - http://www...
2012-01-1607 min
Youth QuestionsWhy Does God Lets Bad Things Happen To Good People?This week we answer a teenager's question about why God would let a close family member die while bad and sinful people continue to live. Does God not care? Is he not powerful enough to stop it? Does he not really love us? Does he even exist in the first place? These are all good and honest questions that we answer. We all go through hard times in life, but ultimately we can know that God is in control, that things happen for a reason, and that just because something bad happens doesn't mean that his heart isn't breaking as...
2011-10-0810 min
Youth QuestionsMy parents like my sibling more than meFor this week's video I talked with several teenagers, adults, parents and YouTubers about how to handle a situation where you feel like your parents like your sibling more than you. What can you do if your brother or sister gets all the attention, is better in school, a star athlete, and is popular in school and you're not? How should you respond when your brother or sister outshines you and your parents favor your sibling over you? That's what we talk about in this week's video. There's a lot of good advice and personal stories shared in this week's...
2011-10-0807 min
Youth QuestionsDoes my girlfriend really love me?This week we answer a teenager's question about his dating relationship with his girlfriend. He feels like sometimes she loves him, but other times he feels like she doesn't love him. He's feeling confused and is wondering what's going on. In this video, several teenagers and adults give their input into the situation and all the drama that usually goes along with it. Watch what they have to say and then leave your advice in the comments below this video or leave a video response sharing your suggestions with us! ASK YOUR QUESTION ANONYMOUSLY http://www.formspring.me/youthquestions TIM'S...
2011-10-0806 min
Youth QuestionsI'm depressed and might have an eating disorderThis week we answer a teen's question related to feeling depressed all the time and not eating a lot. This teenager feels like they might have an eating disorder and isn't sure what to do about it. Tim Schmoyer and Melissa Jenna share some stories from their own lives and what they learned from it about depression and not eating well and hope that their advice can help you all. IS IT OKAY IF I DON'T DATE A LOT? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSc8aFthxJE MELISSA JENNA'S CHANNEL http://www.youtube.com/melissajenna TIM'S VLOG CHANNEL http://www...
2011-10-0806 min
Youth QuestionsMy best friend likes my ex-boyfriendThis week's question comes from a teen girl whose best friend likes her recent ex-boyfriend and talks about him constantly at lunch. She wants to know how to handle the situation with her friend. The answers in today's video come from YouTubers, teenagers, adults, and parents who were at VidCon 2011, but we'd love to hear your feedback in the comments below about what advice you have for this teen girl, her best friend, and even for her ex-boyfriend. MY PARENTS GIVE ME NO PRIVACY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SeSwQqJkCU TIM'S VLOG CHANNEL http://www.youtube.com/godrox ASK...
2011-10-0705 min
Youth QuestionsHow to stretch money further in collegeA lot of you are getting ready to go off to college this fall and are about to face all the financial pressures and debt that come along with it. We discuss some ideas and tips for making your money stretch as far as possible while you're a college student, including budgeting, what not to spend your money on, how to save, getting a job and earning an income and much more. What financial advice do you have for college students who are heading off to school this year? Answer in the comments below! TIM AND JOEL HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS...
2011-10-0705 min
Youth QuestionsMy parents give me no privacy!This week we answer a teenager's question about privacy from their parents. This teenager feels like his/her parents are always around, invading their privacy, not giving them any space, and even suffocating them. How do you handle a parent who is overly protective, strict, and overbearing? How do you talk with your parent about it to resolve the tension? What do you do when you family is always in your space and not giving you any breathing room? That's what we discuss in this week's Youth Questions video. Many teenagers, parents, and YouTubers give input to this topic at...
2011-10-0709 min
Youth QuestionsHelping a troubled friend without becoming drainedThis week we answer a teen's question, "How do you help a troubled friend without becoming drained yourself?" Since Dana and I are both youth workers, we've experienced this several times ourselves. We share from our own stories and examples and give some practical advice for how to help your troubled friend without becoming emotionally drained yourself and how to set good boundaries. I'm going to VidCon 2011 this weekend, so submit all your questions you'd like me to ask to other YouTubers using the formspring.me link below! Also subscribe to my vlog channel and mobile channel for my videos...
2011-10-0708 min
Youth QuestionsMy Family Treats Me Like I'm WorthlessThis week we answer a teenager who wants to run away from home because their family makes them feel worthless. Tim and George share from their own experiences, both from when they were teenagers and now as parents, why they wanted to run away from home when they were younger and why they're now glad they didn't. Ask your questions for me to take to Vidcon 2011 using the link below! GEORGE'S VLOG CHANNEL http://www.youtube.com/zackcor TIM'S VLOG CHANNEL http://www.youtube.com/godrox ASK YOUR QUESTION ANONYMOUSLY http://www.formspring.me/youthquestions SUBMIT A VIDEO QUESTION http...
2011-10-0708 min
Youth QuestionsIs our dependence on social media hurting us?Quick video this week since I'm on my way out the door for my wedding anniversary with my wife, but wanted to quickly answer one of your questions and encourage you to submit a ton of questions for me to talk to Vidcon in two weeks. I want to interview and collab with as many YouTubers there as I can, answering your questions about life, dating, relationships, parents, school, and any other issues you're going through in life. Hit me up with a boatload of questions to take to Vidcon for you! Today I answer a question about social media...
2011-10-0705 min
Youth QuestionsHow do I "come out" to my parents?This week we answer a question from a teen who asks, "How do I come out to my parents?" That's a loaded question and it's and extremely difficult question to answer in a short video without offending someone. Some will wish we focused more on the sin issue while others will applaud that we didn't. Regardless, everyone will pigeon hole us into either the pro-gay or anti-gay camps, probably the former because we didn't specifically identify ourselves with the latter. Let's all be pro-people that God loves and created before jumping straight to sin issues, which we all all have...
2011-10-0711 min
Youth QuestionsI can't sleep or eat and I want to dieThe teen question we answer in this week's video comes from a teenager who can't sleep at night, doesn't want to eat and feels like dying. I did a Skype video call with a friend of mine who's been a youth worker for over 23 years and asked her to share her advice based on her years of experience. She gave a lot of helpful input about teen depression, hurt, pain, and life circumstances. What advice do you have for the teen who asked this question? Please share your story and input in the comments below, or better yet, leave a...
2011-10-0711 min
Youth QuestionsIs it okay to not date a lot?We're excited to have a special YouTuber guest with us today, Melissa Jenna! She helps answer your question about dating and relationships, specifically your question about having friends who have had a lot of boyfriends and girlfriends. Is it okay if you haven't dated as much, or haven't dated at all? Tim and MJ both answer the question based on experiences in their own dating years and give advice and helpful insights that will hopefully not only help you feel comfortable with not dating a lot, but maybe even encourage it. MELISSA JENNA'S CHANNEL http://www.youtube.com/melissajenna TIM'S...
2011-06-2707 min
Youth QuestionsOur favorite Bible versesThis week we're answering one of your questions asking us what our favorite Bible verse is. Several youth workers responded and shared their favorite verse and why it's their favorite. I also share a little "behind the scenes" look at how our Youth Questions videos are done and how we answer your teen questions each week. CHECK OUT THESE GUYS ON TWITTER Tom 1 - http://twitter.com/tombilderback George - http://twitter.com/georgegracie Tom 2 - http://twitter.com/samgamgee Luke - http://twitter.com/luketrouten Michael - http://twitter.com/MichaelMarchand Tim - http://twitter.com/timschmoyer ASK YOUR...
2011-06-2705 min
Youth QuestionsWhat is my purpose in life?This week a teenager asks a questions about finding his or her purpose in life. They're feeling like their life is pointless and just trying to find a way to cope. Here's the exact question: "I feel like I don't have a purpose and often ask God why He made me in the first place. I try to look on the bright side of things, but right now it just seems like my life is only about finding a way to cope. Any advice for me?" This week two youth workers, Dana and George, answer this question and give him...
2011-06-2707 min
Youth QuestionsWhy are my parents getting divorced?This is a great question, although somewhat of a difficult question to answer because each divorce situation is different. While we can't exactly answer the question, "My parents are getting divorced. What are they thinking?" we can give some insights into what your parents may be feeling, what they think about you, and how you can respond. In this video, Shelly shares a little bit about her story of getting divorced and how she felt about her son during that time. Your parents probably feel the same way about you if they're going through a divorce. ASK YOUR QUESTION ANONYMOUSLY...
2011-06-0304 min
Youth QuestionsWhy does God never seem to satisfy?This week we answer a really good question from a teenager who asks, "Why does God seem to never satisfy, and leave me feeling empty? Why would I choose Him over something that will give me a rush or high?" That's a great question! This week I attempt to answer it with a pastor in my town. We'd love to hear your response, though. Be sure to give your answer in the comments below this video or post a video response! ASK YOUR QUESTION ANONYMOUSLY http://www.formspring.me/youthquestions SUBMIT A VIDEO QUESTION http://dropbox.yousendit.com/youthquestions TIM'S...
2011-06-0307 min
Youth QuestionsWhat makes you feel beautiful? [YOUR RESPONSE]This is a response to our earlier video found here: http://www.youtu.be/ZbUVPOxahxw It's important to think about what determines our value and self-worth because then we can reject the influences that shouldn't define us and accept the ones that should. Otherwise our self-esteem and our own perception of ourselves will fluctuate because it will always be at the opinion of someone else who neither loves us nor sees our beauty the way God does. In this video several teenagers and adult youth workers share what makes them feel beautiful. What makes YOU feel beautiful? ASK YOUR QUESTION...
2011-06-0308 min
Youth QuestionsI'm Addicted To Pornography!Whether you're a guy or a girl, most of us are exposed to pornography and are forced to choose how to respond to it. Do we give in and indulge ourselves in viewing sexually explicit material, or do we resist and refuse to let our minds and hearts be polluted? This week we answer a question from a teenage guy who admits he's addicted to pornography and that he can't go a day without feeling the urge to view it. I answer that question alone this week since it's an issue I deal with personally. I share from my own...
2011-06-0314 min
Youth QuestionsWhat makes you feel beautiful?This week we're doing something a little different. Instead of us answering one of your questions, we're asking YOU a question. In a couple weeks I'll take all of your video responses and comments and compile them together into a video in such a way that will help us understand some things about ourselves. Hope you will participate! LEAVE A VIDEO RESPONSE http://www.youtube.com/video_response_upload?v=ZbUVPOxahxw SUBMIT YOUR COMMENT ANONYMOUSLY http://www.formspring.me/youthquestions ASK A QUESTION ANONYMOUSLY FOR A FUTURE VIDEO http://www.formspring.me/youthquestions TIM'S VLOG CHANNEL http://www.youtube.com...
2011-06-0300 min
Youth QuestionsHow To Handle Stress!Stress is something we all deal with, probably throughout most of our lives. Learning to handle it appropriately at a young age is very important. While you're a teenager, there's pressure from school, parents, friends, and work that can stress you out. When you grow up, a lot of those same things can continue to be stressful. In this week's video, several adults and a teenager give advice about how to handle stress and suggest some ways you can start to deal with stress in your life. Hope this helps. We love you guys! CONTRIBUTOR CHANNELS Tim - http://www...
2011-06-0309 min