#263: Colin & Samir on the future of their channel and the creator economy
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I interviewed YouTube legends, Colin and Samir. They are the most influential duo in the creator economy. Today, they talk about how to build a channel that stands the test of time.
In this episode, you’ll learn the importance of formats in building a strong brand, how to set your channel up for financial success, and we vent about miscellaneous gripes we all have.
Full transcript and show notes
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TIMESTAMPS
(00:00 ) The Most Influential Duo on YouTube
(01:08 ) What Are Successful YouTubers Doing Right Now
(03:47 ) Relationship Between Consistency and a Strong Brand
(12:38 ) What Consistency Looks Like in the C&S Brand
(16:27 ) Don’t Commercialize Your Passion
(18:51 ) Turning Your Channel Into a Business
(25:52 ) The Future of Monetization
(29:41 ) YouTubers Are Underselling Themselves to Brands
(39:02 ) Merch as a Revenue Driver Vs Brand Loyalty
(41:12 ) Future of Shorts
(44:07 ) What Happens When Thumbnails Become Less Important
(46:41 ) What’s the Deal with Livestreaming
(50:23 ) Venting to Each Other About the World Around Us
(55:46 ) Learn How to Secure High Paying Brand Deals
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