How To Build A 1.5 Million Following Online As A Writer - The Cultural Tutor

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  • @stephaniebrigham-brock928
    @stephaniebrigham-brock928 10 місяців тому +37

    Out of all the interviews from multiple shows that I’ve seen…this is my very favorite. This guy is just so real. No exact rules…he’s living and enjoying his work and life. Enjoyed tremendously! Such an inspiration.

  • @Theunsarcasticbeing
    @Theunsarcasticbeing 10 місяців тому +50

    This is like watching brain Vs heart talking to each other. Their approach towards life is so different and that dichotomy emerging in their appreciation for each other even though they don't necessarily live like that is beautiful to watch!

  • @LeeM1992
    @LeeM1992 10 місяців тому +45

    Deep Dive is probably, bang for your buck, the most valuable podcast in this genre at the moment. It differs from a lot of the others in that It doesn’t feel over saturated with a bunch of ‘experts’ all disagreeing with one another on the same topic to be controversial. These are just good quality inspirational guests who are telling their own proven success stories, for us to withdraw little nuggets of wisdom from. Great work. ☝️

  • @Kaiyes_
    @Kaiyes_ 10 місяців тому +16

    dude is a classic english gentleman. a rare breed. Long back, 20 years ago while I was in Hertfordshire uni, I had a friend like this. This sort of class comes from your inner self, regardless of money. Which is evident from this gentlemen's macdonald's job.

  • @MullOver.
    @MullOver. 10 місяців тому +21

    As a new online writer on Medium (0 Followers) and as a New young UA-camr (13 Followers) this conversation resonates so much with me!!!!
    I took a commitment with myself to post one new Article on Medium and one UA-cam video per week.
    No results so far, that's why this video was incredibly inspiring for me!
    Thanks Ali for sharing this conversation. Is just Gold.

    • @catellogasparo2783
      @catellogasparo2783 10 місяців тому

      Man I Wish you all the best. You have a new follower

    • @jhoaaa
      @jhoaaa 10 місяців тому +2

      I don't know if you've seen Nicolas Cole interview her in Deep Dive but he's got some amazing advice on writing online. I highly advice to check everything he posts about that to be honest lol.

    • @MullOver.
      @MullOver. 10 місяців тому

      Not only I saw that video but I also read his book. I also made two videos about that episode, however, thank you so much for the help!@@jhoaaa

    • @angelina-codes
      @angelina-codes 9 місяців тому

      I was wanting to watch one of your UA-cam videos to give you a shot as a new UA-camr. Unfortunately I immediately clicked off the video as your audio quality was absolutely terrible, please look into setting up your audio equipment properly I’m sure it’ll pay dividends in viewership!

  • @nksharma2114
    @nksharma2114 10 місяців тому +4

    34:00 - Giving your all.
    40:00 - Doing not being
    59:00 - Inspiration for new content
    1:07:30 - Follow your curiosity
    1:18:15 - Balancing mind & heart

  • @rollierollout
    @rollierollout 10 місяців тому +30

    This was so refreshing! Usually, there is a full narrative constructed around how and why a successful person got to where they are, and I imagined it's finely combed through by a PR firm or something. This is raw and real and I appreciate that a heck of a lot more. Thanks for the fascinating conversation! There are so many gems of inspiration here 😊

  • @thrawn_150
    @thrawn_150 10 місяців тому +10

    Best podcast episode I’ve listened to this week from any podcast. I appreciate how he didn’t talk about things he didn’t know and was hesitant on giving advice. I think too many guests give advice too freely.

  • @aname4309
    @aname4309 9 місяців тому +7

    Can't fit into words how needed this was to me. Most useful episode to new writer-wanabees trying to understand the process from the simplest details. Huge thanks !

  • @AA-jh1mc
    @AA-jh1mc 10 місяців тому +7

    Touched to tears. Thank you so much, to both of you, for the chance to listen to your conversation. Take care and lots of love
    .

  • @dashasands
    @dashasands 9 місяців тому +17

    Sheehan, we need a UA-cam channel. Could listen to him for hours!

    • @dezinerg
      @dezinerg 4 місяці тому

      Hmm, Sheehan gives me anxiety, actually. Wouldn't want to listen to him too much!! He's a bit immature still. And newly successful. Ali is definitely more mature and has always been upfront about wanting a lifestyle business. Soon Sheehan won't be able to stay up all night anymore and he will eventually get a calendar. Ali will schedule in friend time and relaxation time. Good times.

  • @magnuslomax
    @magnuslomax 10 місяців тому +4

    Screw your routine, just get the thing done. Needed to hear this! Also love the reminder to set aside time for noticing and paying attention. Inspiration needs space to breathe.

  • @sharingsparks3621
    @sharingsparks3621 10 місяців тому +5

    I've listened to this epidode on the podcast like 3 times already. Now I'm watching the video while I work. This one hits.

  • @therat-xv7fy
    @therat-xv7fy 10 місяців тому +37

    If you can afford to quit your job: fine, go for it. But it's not all or nothing. For those people around here who can't just quit, who have caring responsibilities or who struggle with their health: you can also follow your passion at a slower pace. It's totally fine to take ten years to write your first book instead of two. The journey is so much more important than finally reaching the destination. In my experience, it's all about consistency, which also involves saying no to other things a hell lot of times, and not so much about speed.
    Also, you might want to consider that writing a book is a mentally straining process and it can actually be great to have some stability (e.g. by working a part-time job). Plus, it can make you so much more efficient if you only have a few hours a day or week to write.
    The important thing is to get started even if circumstances are not ideal and the plan is not all laid out and success by no means guaranteed. Enjoy the ride!

    • @wesleygordonbrown
      @wesleygordonbrown 4 місяці тому

      Ditto. I think if you quit your job to write a book, you would only be able to focus on trying to write something that would sell well. Whatever you wrote would probably suffer because of that impulse.

  • @erfanomous
    @erfanomous 9 місяців тому +2

    What a great episode! So many takeaways for me from this conversation, but the main one is that I feel way more comfortable with myself and my imperfect routine in life… Thanks Sheehan for sharing your story and perspective in life!

  • @ivanvasilev2903
    @ivanvasilev2903 2 місяці тому

    Ali, compliments to you for your way of leading the interview. Letting it be about the guest, giving them space, listening. Just wonderful.

  • @TheGiginyasMedia
    @TheGiginyasMedia 4 місяці тому +1

    I wish to sincerely thank you two on behalf of my entire family. This deep-dive is invariably the most impactful podcast we have ever watched. It was as if the video was made just for me and no one else, as i have never been so inspired like watching Sheehan talk his heart out; and that's saying a lot because i have been a lifelong learner since 1992 till date. This, and your interviews with Daniel and Hormozi are my most important videos of all time so far. Thanks for all the free help, peace 👊🏽👊🏽👊🏽

  • @iamkevinkouassi
    @iamkevinkouassi 10 місяців тому +9

    This guy is a breath of fresh air-truly.

  • @arielzwolinski
    @arielzwolinski 8 місяців тому +2

    Oh I’m so jealous he finds it easy not to overthink starting!
    I’m in starting mode for waaay too long overthinking minor things!

  • @lindahillan712
    @lindahillan712 10 місяців тому +4

    OMG Ali... Love all of your guests but this is special... It is an amazing podcast/video & being sensitive with how things are going is beautiful.

  • @captainslogcabinretreat
    @captainslogcabinretreat 7 місяців тому +1

    Ali, this is your best interview. Absolutely brilliant - and it's obvious how genuinely into the conversation you were. Bravo, sir!

  • @leadgenjay
    @leadgenjay 10 місяців тому +27

    Sheehan's journey from McDonald's to Twitter fame is truly inspiring. For entrepreneurs looking to replicate his success, remember that consistency is key. Writing daily not only improves your skills but also keeps your audience engaged and growing.

  • @morocha520
    @morocha520 9 місяців тому +1

    What a great interview! He does have a niche I think, he writes about the extraordinary behind the ordinary. For writers a lot of the time it's about the angle, the point of view...not the specific themes they write about. This was super inspiring, and must have been very eye opening for Ali Abdaal, because it's pretty much the opposite path to success. It's about raw inspiration and free styling as opposed to building systems and models. Thank you both!!!

  • @ThatArnoldPhoto
    @ThatArnoldPhoto 4 місяці тому

    This guy is inspirational. It's refreshing to hear from someone like this. I've been trying to optimize my workflow lately, but in the end, it's all about passion and about just waking up and doing the thing you're passionate about. I spent 12 hours working on my photography today and it didn't feel like work at all. I don't know if I was productive or efficient, but it is the thing I want to do and want to put out into the world. That's what matters in the end.

  • @JenniferCadena
    @JenniferCadena 10 місяців тому +2

    Best interview I have seen in a long time. Great questions, great guest. He is so inspiring and transparent. Thank you really! I’ll quitting my job and I’ll start working on my dreams ❤

  • @FlourishedHope
    @FlourishedHope 7 місяців тому

    I have watched many interviews and yet this one stood out to me. I wasn’t sure why at first and after much thought I think these are the reasons:
    Most of the successful people who are featured in the interview are admirable for sure but seemed… overly polished and ‘glossy’. The way they present themselves verbally, physically. And yet Shen seemed very genuine, kind hearted and yet brilliant. Very humane.
    Secondly, his origin story represented how ordinary people like me can deeply relate. Many cultural references he used was very much connectable.
    I have listened to this very episode all the way through several times and thank you for being courageous on your own journey and sharing it so honestly.

  • @JordiPuigdellivol123
    @JordiPuigdellivol123 6 місяців тому

    One of the best podcasts i've listened to (here, a huge fan of podcasts): for the Sheehan's perspective (couterintuitive, tangent to mainstream, and so wise and worth exploring these views) and for Ali's questions and re-questions. I've to listen to it a couple of times more, in order to internalize some of its great insights (and catch some more). Congrats to both of you, and the team behind! Thanks so much, and keep on (quality >> quantity)

  • @aformeziembrendal7860
    @aformeziembrendal7860 10 місяців тому +1

    The right questions
    Different perspectives
    No interruption of thought process
    Observable transparency
    Sincerity
    Great value.
    Thank you. Merci beaucoup.

  • @A.Montgomery
    @A.Montgomery 7 місяців тому

    This is by far my favorite episode as well. Since I saw Sheehan yesterday in another interview with Alex O'Connor, I immediately researched him and subscribed to get weekly inspiration from art. As a creative person this is one of the best interview I've watched so far. Great guy!

  • @GlowWorm-km6yf
    @GlowWorm-km6yf 10 місяців тому +3

    This guy is a really brilliant guy
    Whatever he said was coming from his heart and soul
    Happy to listen to this beautiful conversation 💕

  • @Dr.Abundant
    @Dr.Abundant 10 місяців тому +2

    As a philosopher myself, what's fascinating is that he says he is cautious of philosophers when he himself is a philosopher. Great interview.

  • @histufly
    @histufly 9 місяців тому +1

    Curiosity lives! As somebody always looking into "how?" it is great to hear from somebody delving into "why?". You have to recognize the "storyteller" to grasp this interview.

  • @aprilrose23
    @aprilrose23 10 місяців тому +1

    one of the most engaging genuine free flowing eclectic podcast iv listened to in a long time. this made me realize i am the niche and the idea of passion, having enough… so enriching! thank you for this interview

  • @anasyusuf1607
    @anasyusuf1607 10 місяців тому +5

    Finally, uve released the episode we've all been waiting for!
    Keep up the great podcasting ur doing ❤
    Not sure how helpful this would be, but I'd rather listen to random podcasts u release with super interesting people instead of people forced on here in order to keep up with a schedule.
    Again, love ur videos. Keep it up ❤

  • @nhaxydz
    @nhaxydz 4 місяці тому

    I keep coming back to this episode. Sheehan is the most real person I’ve ever seen on social media. It’s amazing.
    The lessons in this podcast are great. Although, I don’t agree with quitting your job right away. But everything else is great.

  • @AndrewsExperience
    @AndrewsExperience 9 місяців тому +1

    What a wonderful passionate soul.

  • @stanis_gaming
    @stanis_gaming 10 місяців тому +2

    This is the creativity power couple we deserve 🎉🎉🎉

  • @AdamaLorna
    @AdamaLorna 10 місяців тому +1

    This was one of my favourite episodes! What a journey ✨✨

    • @AdamaLorna
      @AdamaLorna 10 місяців тому

      Update having watched more, this is my favourite episode so far.

  • @carrieminns
    @carrieminns 10 місяців тому

    This interview was delightful. The Cultural Tutor is an absolute gem. Refreshingly real. I loved the whole 2 hours! And Ali, you are an incredible interviewer. You let him get to the heart of his responses to your questions even when it took a bit of time without interrupting him. As I said, I loved this so much.

  • @Kirollus
    @Kirollus 10 місяців тому +2

    Loving it so far. He seems so intelligent and thoughtful

  • @truebluedetective8231
    @truebluedetective8231 20 днів тому

    Great interview. I will probably re listen to this a couple of times.

  • @Carole.W
    @Carole.W 10 місяців тому +2

    Oh wow this is so inspiring... I'm 20 and i just started writing on Instagram and it's been so hard to gain followers but this is so inspiringg☺️

  • @mariel_jimenez
    @mariel_jimenez 10 місяців тому

    What an incredible conversation! Feeling inspired and refreshed! 🙌🏼

  • @marina_9236
    @marina_9236 14 годин тому

    Very inspiring person, and great questions. I hope you’ll invite him again!

  • @leslynmoore
    @leslynmoore 7 місяців тому

    Sheenan really needs a UA-cam channel indeed. These are concepts that we know but overlook for a myriad of reasons, and we will all listen to him.

  • @riccardocecco
    @riccardocecco 10 місяців тому

    Amazing episod with an amazing guest! Thanks Ali and Sheehan for sharing this 🎉

  • @workthentravel
    @workthentravel 10 місяців тому

    What a beautiful conversation!

  • @gingerlockhart6861
    @gingerlockhart6861 10 місяців тому

    What??? Such a fun surprise. Can't wait!!!

  • @JonnyMiller
    @JonnyMiller 9 місяців тому

    This was utterly fantastic.

  • @suziemclaughlin18
    @suziemclaughlin18 10 місяців тому +1

    😂 I love that someone in his 20’s is saying mehhh sleep. It all depends. Everybody has a different ability to live with or without sleep. I do ❤ that he is so passionate about writing. Also… love he is so deep into philosophy. Makes for an interesting and deep life.

  • @EmilyRaskett
    @EmilyRaskett 9 місяців тому +1

    This is so helpful!!

  • @anzumanararunu1343
    @anzumanararunu1343 10 місяців тому +1

    What an inspiring and insightful video! As a writer myself, I found "The Cultural Tutor's" journey to building a 1.5 million following online truly remarkable. It's clear that dedication, authenticity, and a genuine passion for your craft are key ingredients for success in the digital age. I appreciated the emphasis on connecting with your audience on a deeper level, understanding their cultural nuances, and delivering content that resonates of the Ali Abdaal and the guest. It's not just about amassing followers but building a meaningful community around your work. I'll definitely be implementing some of these strategies into my own writing journey. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and experience

  • @pmussophilosophy
    @pmussophilosophy Місяць тому

    Philosopher here. I have never been called "frightening" and "strange". That made me laugh.

  • @mindiwilhelm4322
    @mindiwilhelm4322 10 місяців тому +2

    ❤ Fascinating.

  • @RetroBreak
    @RetroBreak 10 місяців тому

    Awesome to put a face and voice to my favourite twitter account!

  • @forCURIOUSbrains
    @forCURIOUSbrains 10 місяців тому

    I adored this perspective. Developing the content consistently is part of it, but I hadn’t considered the value of reaching out to build a community in the early days. I’ve just been passively putting the content out there, and not consistently, but this has inspired me to be more intentional. 🙌🏽 Thank you Ali and Sheehan ♥️

  • @Iamjustaguy123
    @Iamjustaguy123 9 місяців тому

    For a guy who hates philosophy...He is pretty deep...loved it

  • @HaiLeQuang
    @HaiLeQuang 8 місяців тому

    he looks exactly the kind of person behind The cultural tutor that I imagine. Look very classic =))

  • @johnleesuccess
    @johnleesuccess 10 місяців тому

    keep up the great work!

  • @ScottCluck
    @ScottCluck 10 місяців тому

    great interview

  • @bantutales
    @bantutales 9 місяців тому

    I loved this interview, too bad I can't ignore my emails... also can't ignore slack for 9 hours 5 days a week lol but I am writing more these days.

  • @rogimx
    @rogimx 10 місяців тому +75

    I don't know what this guy will say, but for Christ's sake, don't quit your job.

    • @motheobokaba
      @motheobokaba 10 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂

    • @fivestar.s
      @fivestar.s 10 місяців тому

      😂😂😂

    • @rachelatchison1093
      @rachelatchison1093 10 місяців тому

      💀

    • @nyezinahsolomon
      @nyezinahsolomon 10 місяців тому +3

      Pick one; working for someone else or work for yourself

    • @_zer05ive
      @_zer05ive 10 місяців тому +5

      ​@@nyezinahsolomonit depends on the individual. There are people who enjoy working for others. Plus, if everyone is working for themself, you won't be able to delegate.

  • @ashwinkrishnanpc7555
    @ashwinkrishnanpc7555 2 місяці тому

    i like this guy. At time pretentious("write one good line") yet self aware and funny
    also the McDonalds come up story is inspriring af

  • @drjankarol
    @drjankarol 9 місяців тому

    Excellent content!

  • @benasleo
    @benasleo 9 місяців тому

    Dude… that knock at the end almost gave me a heart attack 😅

  • @Ctrl_Zei
    @Ctrl_Zei 9 місяців тому

    This guy seriously needs a book deal.. or something that fits his 'starving artist' persona. When he was describing his day/routine, it sounded like he was describing a caricature. His 'advice' at the end 'smoke as much as you want, drink what you want, just get the thing written'. He tweets! That said, I found this interesting and watched all of it. And if he writes a book I'll probably read it 😂

  • @chineduemmanuel7882
    @chineduemmanuel7882 10 місяців тому

    This was so great and real 😮

  • @Harr08
    @Harr08 10 місяців тому +1

    I told you before, this is The Cultural Tutor, one of the rare Twitter accounts I follow!

  • @mohanad0408
    @mohanad0408 7 місяців тому

    This guy made a living out of beautiful chaos.

  • @acfitweightloss
    @acfitweightloss 10 місяців тому

    "have you lived?" powerful question

  • @ATMcGWriter
    @ATMcGWriter 10 місяців тому

    Very cool dude and interesting guy.

  • @schoolofsurvivorneers
    @schoolofsurvivorneers 9 місяців тому

    Appreciate the authenticity of this conversation 😊

  • @willl5970
    @willl5970 10 місяців тому

    Very open and honest.
    Also, this guy says, "Via Media" several times.
    But when he tells us what he actually does and how he lives,... it doesn't sound very "Via Media".
    -If only Inigo Montoya were here...
    Unfortunately, it sounds like he's a madman-in-training who's going to burn himself out and end up in an Idaho Unabomber shack in 5 years.
    Who says living the stereotypical "crazy writer" lifestyle is the only way to do it well and with passion?
    I wish him well no matter what, though.

  • @phoebius_game
    @phoebius_game 2 місяці тому

    How can you monetize something like this?

  • @intuitivefilmmaker
    @intuitivefilmmaker 7 місяців тому

    Love this, thank you so much! ❤
    Also 1:45:37 - thank me later 😂

  • @ConnieQuiza
    @ConnieQuiza 9 місяців тому

    I personably find him so relatable 😂

  • @Million-q9n
    @Million-q9n 5 місяців тому

    I am writing about Roman how i make money what action reader take what they do

  • @kamusnainen
    @kamusnainen 10 місяців тому

    You guys are talking about clickbait titels; my take to that is that I quite often would like to share something to a person that I might not know That well. At thatbtime a clickbait titel hinders me from doing that because me myself do not want to came across like a `clickbaity type`. I would much rather prefer a titel that describes well what is discussed so that anyone realy het the grips about what it really is all about

  • @mike20855
    @mike20855 10 місяців тому

    "i dont care much for philosophers. theyre weird". proceeds to give his take on philosophy and quote his favorite philosophers. joking aside i love his passion

  • @XayPrince
    @XayPrince 9 місяців тому

    41:02

  • @blackmirrorprisoners
    @blackmirrorprisoners 10 місяців тому +1

    it’s so embarrassing when millionaires forget that elon musk builds shitty cars that explode, burned twitter to the ground, and keeps fathering children while also cutting maternity leave at his companies

  • @nazmul217
    @nazmul217 10 місяців тому

    Hello there, I have analyzed your UA-cam Channel and found some problems, do you want to talk about it as a whole?

  • @shumailamalik9665
    @shumailamalik9665 10 місяців тому +3

    From the river to the see Palestine will be free❤️🇵🇸.
    I stand against genocide, Free Free Pelestine ❤️🇵🇸.

  • @ThisIsNotWhatItLooksLik
    @ThisIsNotWhatItLooksLik 8 місяців тому

    Why would he not work as a lawyer for a few few days a week vs Mcdonalds 5 days a week?

  • @manojkumar-in5jt
    @manojkumar-in5jt 9 місяців тому

    wow

  • @stanis_gaming
    @stanis_gaming 10 місяців тому

    My new OTP

  • @NicolaHartman-e6p
    @NicolaHartman-e6p 2 місяці тому

    Thompson Margaret Wilson Dorothy Lopez Laura

  • @folakemiquadri7951
    @folakemiquadri7951 6 місяців тому

    Hhhhh

  • @fishnsteve
    @fishnsteve 6 місяців тому +1

    Quit your passion and find your job.

  • @akakn380
    @akakn380 16 днів тому

    and i quit my university

  • @mindiwilhelm4322
    @mindiwilhelm4322 10 місяців тому +1

    Ouch! Rejected by Pizza Hut.

  • @SigmaFeminine
    @SigmaFeminine 7 місяців тому +1

    it’s so annoying when the hosts of these types of interviews chime in with their own story. Just stay quiet! the guest is so interesting and then 🚧🚧🚧

  • @fatemehhosseini305
    @fatemehhosseini305 10 місяців тому

    His body language reminds me of Jordan Peterson.

  • @nicholasmanning4307
    @nicholasmanning4307 9 місяців тому

    What’s with the swearing in every interview?

  • @elwirastadnik
    @elwirastadnik 9 місяців тому

    So stupid: all episodes about "making millions". None about how to be happy.

    • @aurelianspodarec2629
      @aurelianspodarec2629 4 дні тому

      When you make money you become happy.
      I think its stupid of you to say this is stupid.
      99% of problems would be solved with money.
      Think divorce: money problems.
      Think people who starve: money problems
      Thin kpeople who die: MOney problems, otherwise they could cure their curable disease
      I don't think you realize how important money are.

  • @hemmatv1582
    @hemmatv1582 9 місяців тому

    I've watched 4-5 of your interviews and it bothers me that you don't clarify what these guests are doing and make them successful. This guy writes online is not enough to mention, I want to know more facts. You dilute your very long interviews with lots of "bla bla" and after 30 minutes I have not understood anything at all about this person's profession and success. Do 15-20 min pods and talk about the most relevant.

  • @thisricardopalma
    @thisricardopalma 9 місяців тому

    "the fluffier it sounds..." Belief is not "fluffier" mate! Get your head out of your analytical mind ffs!

  • @XayPrince
    @XayPrince 9 місяців тому

    41:02