If you are over 40 you need to start a YouTube channel! Remember - Age is your Super Power. In this episode listen to a discussion about the super powers that older YouTubers have and how they can help you be successful.

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Learn how Mike Shuey started a profitable YouTube channel at over 60 years old. It's never too late to start a YouTube channel!

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Dive into my journey as I share my obsession with YouTube analytics! 📊 In this video, I reveal how tracking views, watch time, and subscriber counts has taken over my life. From the thrill of seeing numbers rise to the anxiety of fluctuating stats, experience the highs and lows of being a content creator in today's data-driven world. Join me as I share personal anecdotes, tips for managing analytics addiction, and how to find balance between creativity and the numbers game. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your own statistics, this video is for you!

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Google has released their August 2024 Core Update. For the first time Google addresses the concerns of the small creators that are producing high quality content. Does it mean some sites might recover???

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Discover the power of ideogram AI, a free tool for bloggers looking to generate high-quality images. In this video, we'll explore why ideogram AI stands out and how it can benefit your content creation.

- Overview of ideogram AI’s capabilities and features

- The tool’s proficiency in placing text accurately on images

- Commercial use and trademark considerations

- Public visibility of created images and privacy options

- Practical demonstration of creating a blog banner with a detailed prompt

5 key takeaways from the podcast:

1. **Ideogram AI for Bloggers**: Ideogram AI is a free tool perfect for bloggers who need quality images with clear text, especially for blog banners and posts.

2. **Text in Images**: Unlike most AI image generators, Ideogram AI excels at rendering text correctly, which is great if you need to add phrases or titles to your images.

3. **Commercial Use**: You can use images created with Ideogram AI for commercial purposes, but be super careful about trademarked content—nobody wants a lawsuit!

4. **Privacy Options**: Free version has your images and prompts publicly visible. If privacy is important, consider upgrading to a paid plan starting at $7 a month.

5. **Prompt Speed**: On a free plan, you get 20 slow prompts per day. If you need more speed and priority, you'll need to move to a basic or higher plan.

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Thinking of starting a YouTube channel? In this podcast, I'll share some essential tips and realities you need to know.

- The challenge of consistently generating new video ideas.

- Dealing with the pressure to create better content each time.

- Understanding the impact of the YouTube algorithm on your videos.

- Drawing inspiration from successful YouTubers.

- The importance of persistence and realistic expectations as a new creator.

Sure thing! Here are 5 key takeaways from this podcast on starting a YouTube channel:

1. **Idea Burnout is Real:** Eventually, you'll hit a wall where coming up with fresh ideas feels tough. 2. **Pressure to Improve:** As your channel grows, you'll feel pressure to make each video better than the last.

3. **Don't Obsess Over Analytics:** Sometimes, despite your best efforts, a video might not perform well. That's part of the game.

4. **Inspiration Matters:** Find other YouTubers who inspire you to keep going, even when it gets tough.

5. **It's a Grind:** Building a successful channel takes time and effort, so be prepared for a slow and steady journey.

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Discover how Flipner AI can revolutionize your note-taking and writing process using just your voice. In this video, I walk you through the features, pricing, and practical use of this powerful tool.

- Overview of Flipner AI and its main functionalities

- Pricing tiers and what they include - Step-by-step guide on using the website interface

- Examples of creating and editing audio clips - Integrating personal expertise into your AI-generated content

Check out the podcast for a comprehensive guide on maximizing your productivity with Flipner AI!

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### Comprehensive Sequence of Topics Covered

1. **Introduction to Flipner AI** - Mike introduces the tool and its basic functionalities. - Explanation of how Mike uses the tool for gathering thoughts and taking notes through audio. - Mention of its capability to create blog posts from audio notes.

2. **Availability and Pricing** - Information on where to get Flipner AI (Flipner is at AppSumo.com). - Details on pricing tiers: - License Tier 1: $39 for 50,000 AI-generated characters/month and 150 minutes of audio recording. - License Tier 2: $159 for 500,000 characters/month and 750 minutes of audio recording. - Disclosure of Mike's affiliation with Appsumo.

3. **Using Flipner AI** - Example of an article Mike plans to write about gaining 1000 YouTube subscribers. - Process of recording audio clips and managing them: - Playing, deleting, and editing audio clips. - Shifting the order of audio clips. - Summarizing clips into a blog post. - Choosing language and writing style for output.

4. **Creating a New Series of Audio Clips** - Step-by-step on how to create a new series of audio clips for a different topic. - Using live audio recording and other methods (e.g., text snippet, uploaded audio file) to add thoughts. - Example topic: YouTube monetization strategies.

5. **Additional Features and Tricks** - Example of recording an audio clip and adding it to a column. - Explanation of re-summarizing the content to include new clips. - Creating another topic example: Gravel biking vs. mountain biking.

6. **Augmenting AI Articles with Personal Expertise** - Adding personal expertise to provide more authority on the subject. - Example of adding personal experience related to gravel bike geometry. - Combining rewritten AI content with personal expertise.

7. **Practical Use and Recommendations** - Practicality and usefulness of Flipner AI in everyday content creation. - Breakdown of character and minute usage for blog posts. - Mike's recommendation on choosing the right pricing tier based on usage.

8. **Conclusion** - Final thoughts on the usefulness of Flipner AI. - Encouragement to check out the tool via the provided link. - Signing off.

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Discover how Maekersuite can revolutionize your YouTube content creation process. Harness the power of data and AI to craft compelling video storylines and outperform the competition.

- Introduction to Maekersuite and its primary functions. - Overview of Appsumo pricing tiers and their features.

- How to explore content and analyze video performance. - Using guided scripting flow and AI for script creation.

- Practical demonstration of content analysis and video insights. Explore how you can enhance your YouTube channel and create high-performing videos with ease…

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