Digital Creator
Welcome to Digital Creator with Dylan Schmidt. This is the show for content entrepreneurs who have a message to share and want to make an impact. Each week you'll learn cutting edge strategies and best practices with host, Dylan Schmidt. Dylan is the founder of The Creator Club and Content Clips.
Episodes
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator! In this episode, I’m sharing a candid conversation I had with Landon Poburan about:
- The intimate nature of podcast listening and how it affects content creation
- Why consistency and patience are key to podcasting success
- The power of experimentation in finding your unique podcasting style
- And much more!
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In this episode, I'm talking with video expert Diana Gladney about:
- Her journey from struggling with health issues to becoming a video content creator.
- How binge-watching YouTube content led her to her first business coach.
- The power of consistently answering audience questions through video content.
- Why it's never too late to start creating content, even in a seeming...
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I’m talking about:
- How to have more time to create content
- Finding a content format that works for you
- How to stop obsessing over details your viewers don't notice
- And much more!
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I’m talking about:
- Runway's exciting new Gen 3 Alpha AI video creation tool
- My refined short-form video editing workflow
- Effective podcast ad placement strategies
- And much more!
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In this episode, I'm talking about:
- The rise of AI content creators and how they differ from traditional content creators.
- The unique role of wedding content creators and the pushback they face from the industry.
- The benefits and challenges of being a UGC (User Generated Content) creator.
- And much more!
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In this episode, I'm talking about:
- The difference between virality and success as a creator and how chasing both can affect your brand.
- What the future of content creation might look like and the increasing importance of smart strategies.
- The current state of podcasting, surprising statistics, and the true nature of competition in the industry.
- The power of personal brand...
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In this episode, I'm talking about:
- The power of mindset and staying present to avoid getting stuck in life.
- How I run my company, Content Clips, with no client meetings for 3 months.
- My experiences and lessons learned from doing TikTok lives.
- Celebrating the milestone of reaching episode 200!
- And much more!
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In this episode, I'm talking with Marc Ronick about:
- His upcoming live event, Empowered Podcasting, designed specifically for independent podcasters looking to level up their game.
- The secrets behind his successful daily live stream, the Podcasting Morning Chat, which he's been running consistently for over two years.
- How he turned his live stream into a podcast and ...
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I'm talking about:
- Getting comfortable in the practice stage of content creation and embracing the process.
- Understanding the role of social proof in a creator's journey and how to leverage it effectively.
- Avoiding the "gear trap" and making the most of your current equipment.
- My experience moving from Buzzsprout to Spotify for Podcasters an...
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I'm talking about:
- How to transition from creating content as a side hustle to making it your full-time job.
- Dealing with trolls and understanding their impact on your emotional well-being as a creator.
- Balancing growth and burnout while navigating the unique challenges of being a content creator.
- The importance of seeking support and sharing your highs an...
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I’m talking about:
- The groundbreaking updates from OpenAI and Google and what it means for creators like us.
- The best website platforms for creators, from Squarespace to Framer, and my personal shift to new solutions.
- The ideal length for Instagram reels according to new updates, and how it could impact your engagement and reach.
- And much more!
This episode is m...
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I'm talking about:
- The great debate between Beehive and ConvertKit for email newsletters, including pros and cons of each platform.
- My strategy for diving deeper into LinkedIn, what I see working and not working, and how to optimize your content for the platform.
- The concept of psychological segmentation and how it can help increase retention in your podc...
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I'm talking about:
- Analyzing the strategic pivots of marketing mastermind Alex Hormozi.
- Shifting focus from entertainment-driven content to educational content tailored to a specific target audience.
- The importance of thorough pre-production research in creating high-quality content.
- Examining the role of view-to-revenue metrics in assessing content perfor...
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I’m talking about:
- Strategies for overcoming podcast marketing struggles and achieving sustainable growth.
- How to identify the creative endeavor that brings you the most joy and fulfillment.
- The importance of a clear vision and effective communication when hiring social media contractors.
- Embracing the journey, focusing on the present, and trusting the process as a ...
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!
In this episode, I'm talking about:
- Navigating the question of focusing on a single niche or exploring multiple domains as a content creator.
- A powerful framework for staying ahead of the competition in your category.
- Insights on running a productized service and effectively managing fluctuating client loads.
- The importance of community building, collaboration, and continu...
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:
- The latest microphone release from Shure, the MV7+.
- How we can utilize our data with a tool like Google’s Gemini Pro 1.5.
- Optimizing the link in your social media bio.
- And much more!
This episode is made possible because of:
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:
- A simple email newsletter hack that will keep you in the loop and help you create relevant content.
- Why identifying small tweaks could be the most important thing you do to grow as a content entrepreneur.
- The myth of “audience hacking” and what to do instead.
- And much more!
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:
- My first impressions of visiting the Podcast Movement Evolutions event in Los Angeles.
- Three reasons documenting my workflows makes me happy.
- Why “there’s too many podcasts” is a myth.
- And much more!
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In this episode, I’m talking about:
- Finding the things that drive the most success.
- What the most successful content creators have in common.
- Identifying when you feel most creative (and when you don’t feel like doing anything).
- And much more!
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator.
In this episode, I’m talking about:
- My 4-step content plan for growth and monetization.
- Using Claude instead of ChatGPT for better AI outputs.
- A new to me productivity hack for Gmail.
- And much more!
Mentioned in this episode:
- The Content Entrepreneur’s Playbook
- The Creator Club: An online community for podcasters, video creators, and writers
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