Kevin's Talking About (Kevin Kolbe)

Answering 10 of the best questions I got this month about YouTube and video production. Let's go. 👊 Need help? Book a call: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/coaching 👉 Get a Subscribe button for your channel: https://kevinkolbe.com/b/youtubesubscribebutton 🔴 Videos mentioned YouTube video ideas • https://youtu.be/elECFklrbY0?si=ol58Pu1JDiOHM-C- YouTube video settings • https://youtu.be/v3zpW8FgnFA 📧 Get my free newsletter: https://sendfox.com/kevinkolbe 🔥 Get exclusive content and support the channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KevinKolbe/join ✋ Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Over the years, I've interviewed celebrities, entrepreneurs, YouTubers, and a lot more. Here are my top tips to help you interview like a pro. 👉 This video is sponsored by Riverside. Use my code KEVINKOLBE and save 15% off a paid plan: https://creators.riverside.fm/kevinkolbe📙 Get your copy of Interviewing Made Easy: https://kevinkolbe.com/b/interviewing-made-easy👊 Need help? Book a call: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/coaching📧 Get my free newsletter: https://kevinkolbe.substack.com📷 The gear used to produce this video: https://amzn.to/3PWkvgu✋ Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Meet Steve Andrews, aka The Gigmaster. He's a retired 68 year old who love prospecting and sharing his journey on YouTube. In this video, find out how Steve produces a ton of content, his advice for anyone wanting to start, and the most surprising things he's ever found. Think you're gonna love this episode.

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• Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

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Find out what viewers really want when it comes to video! 👉 Want to create videos faster? Try Riverside, the sponsor of this video. Use code KEVINKOLBE and save 15% off any paid plan: https://creators.riverside.fm/kevinkolbe

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🔖 "Why We Watch" Report: https://bit.ly/3CtH09k

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Calling anyone over 40 years old. Now is your time to really think about starting your own YouTube channel. Yes, you! I'm over 60, been at it for a few years and can say it's been very impactful on my life. In this episode I'll share several reasons why you should seriously start a YouTube channel.

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Here’s the video I mentioned about turning a bedroom into a YouTube studio: https://youtu.be/k0bWE99lLi4

Check out these YouTube tips next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMbt3nj33n2HzGHxdoJr0MjgyK9-muTEGj

The resources and tools I use and recommend: https://kevinkolbe.com/resources

The gear I used to produce this video
• Camera: https://geni.us/4WRB0D
• Lens: https://geni.us/vmLJm
• Mic: https://geni.us/v775Ds
• Light: https://geni.us/8c8k4tY
• Monopod: https://geni.us/dzlX

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Are you over 40 and looking to start a YouTube channel in 2025? Check out these 9 ideas to get you started on your new creative journey! Let's go! 👊 Need help with video or YouTube? Book a call: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/coaching 📓 Download the free YouTube Channel Ideas for Creators over 40: https://kevinkolbe.com/b/youtubeideas 📧 Get my free newsletter: https://sendfox.com/kevinkolbe 📷 My YouTube desk set-up • Camera: https://amzn.to/4g321FZ • Lens: https://amzn.to/3Zo2ey4 • Boom mic: https://amzn.to/3YXztGY • Boom arm: https://amzn.to/49e0x9N • Desk mic: https://amzn.to/3Or89we • Deck mic arm: https://amzn.to/4g2A1Cx • Light: https://amzn.to/493HaAh • Monitor: https://amzn.to/4i8Fsl3 • Speakers: https://amzn.to/4g2jBKk • Computer: https://amzn.to/3Vemf7N ✋ Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Dale Roberts has written over 70 books, owns a Self-Publishing company, and is crushing it on YouTube with two channels. In this video, I talk with Dale about how he got started, how he creates his videos and how a second channel helps his main channel grow. Let's go.

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👉 Connect with Dale
Main channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCKv8xcrFntOERL7NUXgkypg
Second channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCl9CjdZQtzufqgYx0CidSbA

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Meet the man that is such an expert on video, his last name IS video - an interview with YouTube growth expert Owen Video.

Growing a YouTube channel can be hard but not impossible. If I can grow my channel to over 20,000 subscribers you can too. Here are 7 things I learned along the way that will help you and your YouTube journey too.

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💪 If ready to do YouTube, watch this next: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMbt3nj33n2FWLaectCQmwF-Cg1QmwAyh&si=ERf2jWyObsgUPL4o

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I'm talking with Eddie Field about how he balances a full-time job, family, and being a YouTuber with over 10 MILLION views!

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Do you ever do LIVE video? It's an absolutely blast AND a good way to get noticed. Chatting about going live and a challenge for you to try it too. Let me know what you think. 

Sharing all the steps you need to know to make a YouTube video.🤔 Need help with video? Book a call: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/coaching📧 Subscribe to my free newsletter: https://kevinkolbe.substack.com/💻 Some of the resources mentioned:• Riverside [use code "KevinKolbe" and save 15%] - https://creators.riverside.fm/kevinkolbe• Ecamm - https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive?fp_ref=kevin23• StreamYard - https://streamyard.com/?fpr=kevinkolbe🔴 Don't want to edit your video? Watch this:https://youtu.be/MqGBNwyqUxw📷 The gear used to produce this video: https://amzn.to/3PWkvgu⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links. I make a small commission if you buy something thru one of those links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

I'm a life learner, meaning as old as I am (don't ask) I'm always learning. So I thought I would share the 10 things I learned in 2020 - a mix of personal and business-related "a-ha" things. 

Best-selling authors and video creators, Kevin Kolbe and Ross Brand share the 6 reasons why every video content creator should write a book.

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📖 Get your copy of Ross’s book: https://amzn.to/3R0CYdF

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🔴 More about writing a book: https://youtu.be/qX338WX94Tk

📷 Gear I used to produce this video:
• Camera: https://amzn.to/3YZ55vq
• Lens: https://amzn.to/3PelZTH
• Mic: https://amzn.to/44rdGsd

💻 Resources and tools I use and recommend: https://kevinkolbe.com/resources

👊 Consider supporting the channel: https://ko-fi.com/kevinkolbedude

🎤 Connect with Ross Brand:
• https://livestreamuniverse.com/
• https://twitter.com/irossbrand
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossbrand/
• https://www.youtube.com/@LivestreamUniverse

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I had someone ask me "how do you define success?" Great question. Here's my take. Would love to hear from you - leave a voice message and share your thoughts. Might even use it in a future episode.

Thanks for listening.

Something on my "do list" for some time. Write a book. I did and here's more about that.

Grab a copy of my #1 best-selling book Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

If you want to work together, reach out on my website and tell me more.

That's a great question if I do say so myself. Does gear or tools matter or help you be creative? Talking about that on this podcast. Love to get your thoughts. Thanks for listening. 

Time to talk about a needed refresh, or is it a rebrand? New name but still kinda the same type of focus.

Not to be confused with "get owned" rather talking about owning your own domain and URLs for your business and personal brand.



If you're listening on Anchor, leave me a voice message with a comment or question.

Watch the video on Spotify.

Thanks for listening.

If you've ever been in a creative rut, hope this short story about C.S. Lewis inspires you to just create.



By the way, really encourage you to read "Called To Create" by Jordon Raynor. Definitely life-changing.

Thanks for listening.

Creating content is hard enough without filling our heads with lies that keep us from creating. In this episode, I'll share the 5 biggest lies I hear, and have struggled with, and advice to bust thru the lies and get back to creating.

Want to start a YouTube channel but have zero idea what to talk about, like what your niche is? If so, this episode is for you. I'll share several ideas, like ideas I used, to help me get more focused with my channel. Enjoy and leave a comment too!

👉 I created a free Niche Finder Worksheet for you. You can get it here: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/resources

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➡️ If you're over 40 and not sure about YouTube, watch this: https://youtu.be/kS7IdHPmLkk

➡️ Here my original video asking for help on Facebook (enjoy): https://youtu.be/4oAmjD1HEXY

Get your copy of my book Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

My current video and audio gear: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/gear

Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Answering the top 15 questions this month about YouTube and online video.

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Here are the videos I mentioned:• https://youtu.be/ts-M3sOWBDw• https://youtu.be/dlj_iLTdX8Y• https://youtu.be/KTUhcVZOpBs

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He's a content creator, live streamer, speaker and now he's the brand evangelist for the premiere YouTube growth platform TubeBuddy. He's Rob Balasabas and he's my guest on this podcast.

Inspired by several friends, I got access to Spotify video podcast so, why not try it right? 

Let me know what you think. Leave a comment or voice mail on Anchor or at RealCreativeLife.com

Scoll YouTube for a second and you'll see a ton of videos about "the best camera" or something similar. Lots of these are nice but dang expensive which leads to this question, "do you need expensive gear to make a great YouTube video?" Let's talk.

This video is sponsored by  @GearFocus  - a great place to buy and sell gear for a good price.

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📷 Some of the gear mentioned in the video:

• DJI Osmo Action 4: https://amzn.to/3XaAjAl

• DJI Mic Mini: https://amzn.to/4hOMhYM

• Ulanzi Tripod: https://amzn.to/4jYryTA

• Samson Q2U: https://amzn.to/3X7x3pp

• Mount Dog Light: https://amzn.to/4hJsKJ4

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I finally decided if I'm going to tell people I have a podcast, then I should actually commit to doing a podcast. So, welcome back or welcome for the first time. 

I've been a solo content creator since 2017 and since then I've tried a lot of different things to earn money. In this video, I'm sharing 19 of the ways I have made money on YouTube and off YouTube because of being on YouTube. Hope this list helps you make some money too!

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🌐 WordPress hosting → https://www.hostg.xyz/SHCzp

🔖 My digital store → https://kevinkolbe.com/store

📷 My projects channel → https://www.youtube.com/@kevinkolbemedia

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This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links which means If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

If you're thinking of staring a YouTube channel this year, then this video is for you. I'll share some things I would focus on, especially if I was starting over, and a few mistakes I made when I first started my YouTube channel too. Let's go!

💻 Find a lot of resources and tools to help you create YouTube videos and other content at The Video Resource Hub for more: https://videoresourcehub.com/

📘 If you're new to live streaming, check out my book "Live Streaming Made Easy": https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

👉 Ready to start a YouTube channel but need help? Check out my step-by-step course that will help you get started today: https://payhip.com/kevinkolbe

👉 This video is not sponsored.

✌️ Disclaimer: All opinions are mine. Some links are affiliate links, if you buy something through a link, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

It's been a while since I last recorded or relaunched. The why behind the new podcast direction. Let me know what you think.

After too much time thinking about restarting my podcasting, I finally did. Welcome to the all-new "This Week Was the Best Day Ever!" podcast. So how did I come up with that name? Listen-up and find out! Also, leave a voice message and subscribe too!

After another break, I'm back with some exciting news about the future of this podcast! Thanks for listening.

One of the best values I think for the money is Amazon Prime. Why so? Well let me share all the perks and benefits you get for being a member.

If you don’t have a Prime membership, use my affiliate link to sign up here for a free trial: https://amzn.to/3rhKAxf

A friend once said about me "you can't call Kevin out-of-the-box, because he never had one!" THAT is quite the compliment. How would someone describe you when it comes to creating and taking chances? Let's chat about getting out of the box and the danger with following too many gurus. 

Thanks for listening. Consider subscribing and let me know what you think. 

ConvertKit released its State of the Creator Economy and it's got some really good info. Let's look at the highlights and talk opportunities for creators.

📖 Buy my new book Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

Tools I used to produce this video
• StreamYard. Try it for free: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=kevinkolbe
• Canva: https://canva.7eqqol.net/KLDNv

Show Notes
• Try ConvertKit for free: https://convertkit.com/?lmref=cwbzxg
• Want to start a YouTube channel? Check out my online course: https://payhip.com/b/Fo24d
• Get your free copy of the AI Tool Guide for Creators: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/ai-tools-ebook
• Watch Colin and Samir interview with Ali Abdaal: https://youtu.be/NcYt79DjNwY?si=IVIz8MPbsFDB8l3Z

The gear I used to produce this video
• Camera: https://amzn.to/3N9jBfX
• Lens: https://amzn.to/42mCKQ4
• Mic: https://amzn.to/45PBqYI
• Light: https://amzn.to/3qtMMSh

• Download the ConvertKit report: https://convertkit.com/reports/creator-economy-2023

Disclaimer: All opinions are mine. Some links are affiliate links, if you buy something through a link, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

TikTok has become one of the most popular social media apps even overtaking Google as the most popular website. But is it any good? 

Another milestone on YouTube which got me thinking…time to have a real talk about growing on YouTube. Sharing my highlights and some lessons learned too.

Ready to start your own YouTube channel? Check out more new course and go from No Tube to YouTube in less than one hour: https://kevinkolbe.com/b/notubetoyoutube

Today's show streamed with Ecamm Live. Try it free for 14 days: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive?fp_ref=kevin23

My mentors:
• Sean Cannell: https://www.youtube.com/@ThinkMediaTV
• Justin Brown: https://www.youtube.com/@Primalvideo
• Jeremy Vest: https://www.youtube.com/@creatorunlock
• Owen Video: https://www.youtube.com/@owenvideo1

Gear I used for today's stream:
• Camera: https://amzn.to/3JRBuPc
• Lens: https://amzn.to/3jFL8K4
• Mic: https://amzn.to/3YexaOo
• Light: https://amzn.to/40AYgkj

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DISCLAIMER: All opinions are mine. Some links are affiliate links so if you buy something through a qualifying link, I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Have you ever thought how being contagious can be a good thing? No, I'm not talking about contagious as in being sick, but creating a culture that people want to be a part of. One that inspires action. That's the topic on this podcast. Love your feedback. Thanks for listening.

In this special episode I talk with friends and fellow YouTube Creators Rob Balasabas and Eddie Field of Field Guide to DIY about growing from 0 to over 10,000 subscribers.

If you're brand new to YouTube or struggle to grow, you'll get some great advice and tips to help you and your channel.

Connect with Rob: https://www.youtube.com/@robertbalasabas

Connect with Eddie: https://www.youtube.com/@FieldGuidetoDIY

Check out the Best Resources and Cool Tools for creators: https://videoresourcehub.com/

ouTube is the king of video but not all video is created equal. In this video, I'm sharing 4 types of videos you can make and how to make them too. Let's go.👊 Need help with video? Book a call: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/coaching💻 Recommended software• Riverside - use code KEVINKOLBE and save 15%: https://creators.riverside.fm/kevinkolbe• Ecamm: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive?fp_ref=kevin23• StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/?fpr=kevinkolbe👀 Watch this for more YouTube tips: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMbt3nj33n2GKV36vSBR1HZPAgAks-mAE📘 My books: https://amzn.to/3BOz02j📧 Get my free newsletter: https://kevinkolbe.substack.com📷 The gear used to produce this video: https://amzn.to/3PWkvgu✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

For anyone who just can't get going because you may screw up...you will and that's okay. Here's why.

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📷 What I used to produce this
• [Camera] DJI Osmo Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/3X5pf6N
• [Mic] Hollyland Lark m2: https://amzn.to/4713ARJ

📘 Check out my books
• Video Podcasting Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3AFXUQJ
• Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

☎️ If you need help with video, book a one-on-one call: https://www.kevinkolbe.com/coaching

✌️Feel free to leave a question or comment below. I read every comment and try to respond to as many as I can. Appreciate you!

✋ Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

You know what snake oil is, right? That stuff someone sells that sounds just good to be true. Well, there's a lot of that in the creative world. In this podcast, I'm talking about a recent video creator who's making some seriously bogus promises. Beware and listen on! Please leave a comment or even a message (link in the show notes) and consider subscribing too. Thanks for listening.

Sharing some highlights from a new report about what viewers watch on YouTube. You might be surprised!

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🗓️ The report: https://www.tubefilter.com/2025/02/06/youtube-long-form-viewership-increase-shorts

Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links. I make a small commission if you buy something thru one of those links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

What an amazing year of growth on YouTube and two other personal things checked off my "do list".

💻 Check out the new site for the Best Resources and Cool Tools for Content Creators: https://videoresourcehub.com/

📘 Get your copy of my book Live Streaming Made Easy: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

A simple lesson about taking a break from one of the world's biggest retailers...Target.

Do you have a website? Believe it or not, there are still lots of people who don't and don't think a website is necessary! Com'on people, it's 2019, you need a website! In this podcast, I'm sharing nine benefits of having your very own website! Leave a comment or message (link in the notes). And please subscribe too. Thanks for listening.

If you're ready to do video on YouTube, don't let these common excuses hold you back.

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📷 The gear used to produce this video: https://amzn.to/4jGphw5

💻 Resources I use and recommend: https://kevinkolbe.com/resources

Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. I make a small commission if you buy something thru one of those links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

⭐️ Get your copy today [FOR A LIMITED TIME Kindle only .99¢] : https://amzn.to/3AFXUQJ

So super excited to share this with you. Not just a new book, but a little about how my co-author Ross Brand ( @LivestreamUniverse ) wrote it plus a little personal story too.

📘 Speaking of books, you should check out my other book too: https://amzn.to/3KUaEFK

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In this video, longtime YouTube creator and author Brian G Johnson talks about his YouTube journey from starting his channel to stepping away after a personal loss, why he came back and why he started a second channel too. You're gonna learn a lot from a YouTube legend.

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Sharing the big takeaways from a new report from YouTube's CEO.

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I see this happen all the time. New content creators barely starting already wanting to outsource the work. To this, I say, NO. Let's dive in and I'll tell you why.

Answering the top 17 questions this month about YouTube and online video.

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John Wooden once said to not let your cannot interfere with your can, or something like that. Are you doing what you can or too focused on what you can't? Let's chat. Thanks for listening!

Sharing 9 simple ways to fight your fear and start creating.

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I'm a big fan of Diana Gladney. She's taught me a lot about my camera and along the way become a good friend too. Think you'll enjoy meeting her and hearing about her journey in this interview.

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Here are my top 10 predictions about the future of digital media and video in 2024. Agree? Disagree? Got your own predictions? Let me know in the comments.

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I first met Scott Ayers at a conference in Dallas, then the bathroom, but that's another story! He's fun, talented and the data scientist of Agora Pulse and he's my guest for this episode.

Believe it or not, there is power in saying "no". Actually, it's more like a superpower. Let's dive in.

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