@@Mikeydylan It was on my feed. I gave it a chance, and determined that is was crap. then, expressed my opinion. why are you watching? because you can't think for yourself?
You're basically tricked into feeding the internet behemoths for free or for small change money while they do the real profits by economy of scale. They also gather your information to build their own data bank to be used in ways you can't imagine.
History repeats itself, I believe we’re shifting into a modern day renaissance period. Become literate, competent, spiritual, physically fit. Become the best version of yourself by inspiring others with your art, work, interests.
I wish that was true but we know from history that we are no where close to a big shift. It has to get really bad before people find what ever it is they’re looking for , I don’t think we are even half way. If took the Black death that could of wiped us out to have a renaissance
@@willnadamusic it doesn’t have to be everyone. Why would you want it to be. You can experience a different reality within your own realm of being. Become the change you seek in the world.
@@MarkedxChrist why would I want it to be? Live my own reality? I don’t want it to be and I have no choice but to live my own reality? You can think things to be different and ignore reality which is what you’re proposing or you can be aware of all and not only focus on either one side or the other. Because seeing a reality that u create does not fix things that need fixing, it sounds great though but while you’re thinking up a reality many people are actually doing something about it. Your comment is the most ridiculous I’ve heard in a long time, While everything is going on today with everything from wars and famine, you’re talking to me about creating a reality in my head that will feed the starving children tonight ? or bring the ones that died today from the war back to life. Will that work? I don’t I usually attack people for writing stupid ass comments, but….
@@mainmain5303 You're spot on! I went back to some old videos of PC hardware reviewers and you won't believe how much we've changed as an audience. I don't think we as viewers have patience or the ability to listen.
"They don't have ideas worth copying, they do the copying" This line hit hard. When becoming a content creator is just a means to an end and not a way of creating a new reality, you are back on the survival hamster wheel. Becoming a creator is a lifestyle, a philosophy, a way of being. Thanks Dan
My main value I get from Dan is motivation, but if you break down where his money comes from, it almost becomes like a pyramid scheme. He is making money from teaching others how to make money online, via selling courses. So, if everybody really followed his actions, they would also make money by teaching others how to make money online. I respect his recent business endeavor, Kortex, which is an actual product.
In my freshman year of college, I built a UA-cam channel that reached 20,000 subscribers, primarily through reaction videos. After working in sales for over two years, my perspective on life has shifted. As I observe the growing trend of provocative content, negativity, and drama taking over the internet, I decided to take a different path. I've started a new channel, not just to document my personal journey, but to inspire the upcoming generation in a positive way. Although I'm currently at 10 subscribers, I feel more authentic with this fresh direction, and I’m committed to creating content that truly matters. Honestly its hard changing but hard things do pay off eventually!
"An artist is paid for their vision, not for their labour." I honestly feel like people tried to make something authentic and then the market took over and made content about brand deals and advertisements. Definately agree with create the content you want to see in the world, definately my personal goal.
Hi Dan, you are absolutely right ! I am 53 y/o, no debts except for my mortgage. I started focusing on my finances when I was 50. I do have a lot to share based on my life experience and money management skills I have learned throughout this journey. I love your content and I am learning a lot. Soon I will launch my own UA-cam channel teaching my community about money management, investing and health for a long happy life. Thank you! By the way my channel will be in Spanish for my Spanish speaking community with subtitles in English.
Its the first video i have watched from you. and i can say that i have never watched a video with such an amount of value. thank you for uploading this masterpiece.
I don’t know how you did it, man, but this morning started with the words I’ve been searching for-not just for the past few months, but maybe my entire life (I’m 30 and just started the YT channel). Starting anything is always hard, but having a clear WHY makes all the difference. It’s like growing a tree: its roots must first reach down to hell before it can grow to the heavens. Hearing that the first attempt at anything will suck was a revelation. Social media and real life often hide the messy beginnings; we don’t see the struggles behind success. For a long time, I believed that achieving your dreams required a special gift. But there are no gifts-only hard work and a deep understanding of why you’re doing what you’re doing. So much wisdom. So much value. And of course, you are the King of capturing attention. Huge thanks to the UA-cam algorithm for bringing me here, and thank you, Dan, for your incredible work. Hats off! 👏
Projects turned into products. Always a nugget. I love you and your content so much! I share it with all my friends because it really helps me organize my thoughts for the method I’m building. When you said to focus on what we would want to see and build from there, that really resonated with me after watching this video. I tend to do that, but then I start wondering what others might want instead of simply sharing what has worked for me and attracting a like-minded audience.
I just want to say thank you, Dan. Everyone should be sharing online. Everyone has something to offer that will benefit the world. That's my personal belief.
@@vaidasviper There's something to learn from every single person... whether it's good or bad. It may be an example of how not to live, life choices to avoid. There's value in that.
@@anniestacie taking in consideration your answer, my guess is that you are very young (this is based on my life experience). Grown uo usually don't think that way. In about year span i interacted with few thousand people. Majority not older than early 30s. There was not much to learn from anyone. What i was doing back then and i was interested in, only handful of them had something, that could be a life lesson or so. And thank God those thousands didn't try to teach anyone anything. People want to think they have so much to offer to anyone, but most of them have nothing to offer. (as cynical as it sounds).
@@vaidasviper I appreciate you explaining your perspective and sharing your experience. While we may not necessarily agree, I learned from you. So thank you :)
@@vaidasviperdude I believe that's a YOU problem. You may not have had anything to learn from those people but they definitely COULD teach SOMEONE out there SOMETHING. What a depressing view of life you have. Hopefully you become less cynical cuz that mindset will definitely hold you back in life
Here from Mai Pham, this is so relatable when you were talking about looking through the most paying jobs on google, trying to be an anesthesiologist, then an engineer, I graduated as a web designer but now im an artist, literally what everyone was saying doesn’t pay much, I couldn’t not follow my heart and passion, all roads just led me back to art. And now I wanna create art and share that with the world through youtube. 🎉 this has been so inspiring and insightful for me. Thank you ❤
Not so long ago, having a job in a cubicle, like in the classic movie "Office space" was one of the facets of the prison of the system, that slowly we were waking up from. Now the prison has moved. It has a new name, new label. The system entered the internet, and it's various services. We need to have constant contact, with our authenticity, freedom, honesty, and something else I can't point out right now to not get caught back into this prison. Love yr video, good talk. Healthy talk. A breath of fresh air in this barbie world. thank you, mate.
I was just telling somebody today that i prefer to make content with deepth, educative, and a reflection of the good i would like to see in the world. Instead of copying others, but to create something more genuine and improve from there. They just laughed.. But your video is a sign i'm on the right path. "project turned into a product". Thank you!
You hit the nail on the head in every single point here. As an artist, I have committed myself to my craft and the internet is what made that possible. It only makes sense that this is my purpose. I have been carving an unknown path for a couple of years now, but have realized that the more I stay true to myself, the better the outcome. We are not just creators, we are artists. And as artists, our mission is to make the world a better place. This was inspiring to listen to, because all of it is 100% truth. Thank you for bringing this to light.
Nice to see another artist here! Keep telling your story. I am an artist inspired by movement. I'm not certain that the animations that I am making can be products. It's easier for me to picture my dance and movement tools as products. I think I will have to create unrelated products to fund my animations.. I wish you the best with yours! 🌟 Paul
This is one of the video that resonates (or “vibrates”) closest to me / my intentions, if not the most. It’s also the most genuine authentic videos I watched recently.
the difference between someone who creates content by copying others vs someone who creates as in actually creating their own ideas and thoughts based if the vague idea of another. Very well said Dan thank you for the reminder. As someone who's getting into becoming a writer and creating youtube videos, it's an important skill to be able follow the idea of others, AND allow my uniqueness to shine by sharing my personal experience and unique point of view all while writing it in a way that allows others to understand it clearly
As someone that has been meaning to get out there and showcase my work and interests but always been discouraged by all the noise on these platforms, this video presents itself a perfect time to give me that final push I need to get out there and create authentic content. Thanks Dan!
@@daviddarkstonedtv9775key word here is "fun". If you think it's fun, then find a way to package these things in a way for people to join along or be entertained. You can keep the same content format but change the topic. I would say leverage short form content for this. I can go longer about this but i hope this helps. Good luck!
This has been really helpful, I'm grateful for you making this video. I'm at a point in my life where the level of information I can share is something else. This week I created the skeleton of a training program that would be 6 months long, 1 on 1 with someone teaching how to be a plant medicine provider. I have so much to share and teach. I know I need to put it out there wayyyy more than I have so far. This is just the kind of things the world needs to know. Because ultimately it is a message of love, of unity, of how to be aligned with who we really are, and of how to heal from suffering. Thank you Dan, this video will be great at helping me organize how I want to share my ideas in a way that more people will get to receive them.
This is the best analysis/critique of social media I've seen. Raw intellectualism! Too many people want to make a living off youtube with nothing to say. They look for ways to capture followers with tricks, lies and pirated content from others. You are authentic and truthful to the core. Let's hope there are many others with your insight and beliefs.
We share this philosophy exactly. I'm in the process of building a brand that encourages people to put down their phones and read, write, or create art. Thanks for the video.
I am a slow learner. I do tours, and I am passionate about the history behind the places and monuments, that is what moves me. I have difficulty to understand the human mind, what they want. I want to try cortex notes system, perhaps they will help me. I use Obsidian for my content.Thanks for you video
I feel this so much. I started uploading videos to UA-cam as my own memory archive… and always have enjoyed photography and videography and writing. My goal was never to become popular but it’s always frustrating to hear “you should do this and that” from people .. when I am just trying to travel the way that I love… not chase the things that may trend or be popular. I fear passions are dying because people care more about optics and being popular.
Bruh. I was talking about this “authenticity” problem yesterday on the call live call with Dakota Robertson. Dang, you guys are really 2 dimensions ahead. We are blessed to be in this great age of sages.
Thank you for being your authentic self. I truly admire your content and the values you share. I believe I have meaningful life experiences and strong values that could inspire others, but I often feel stuck and unsure of where to begin. I'm hoping that through watching your videos, I'll gain the clarity I need to focus on a specific path and take the first step forward. Thank you for being a source of guidance and inspiration!
I watched this because I genuinely enjoy the break down of your style but the timing of it considering where I am in my journey right now is so aligned. thank you for committing to your purpose! gratitude from the UK!🤗
This is so deep I highly resonate with this!!! I felt this daily as a creator but everywhere I see just made me depressed. Everything is so surface level.
I love this video. Thanks!! Only comment is around the critique on memes. Memes have a significant role to play; for me, they're a new form of art. They're crucial in navigating the complex issues we face online today. While there are plenty of low-quality memes out there, many are genuinely insightful and creative. They also serve as educational tools in various contexts. Many individuals earn a living through the honest craft of merging humor with commentary. Although AI has contributed significantly to content creation, I personally appreciate the comedic writers; they're also part of a creator renaissance.
I hit the like button when you said ”when you hear the words influencer, personal brand, creator, a part of you kind of dies”. 😂💯 never wanted to be any of those. We all started creating content to live outside of the box and then they put a box around that box. 😅
Wow!!! Deep. I have indirectly come to a similar conclusion about what drives Contant creators. Struggled with my own path as a content creator because of the need for people to view. This is why I now have turned to stock photography and video so that I don’t have to rely on that stuff and now can create more meaningful Projects and films and not need to worry about the outcome of that to actually profit and pay back all the money I owe for the content creation equipment I paid for over the years.
This video needs to be shown on the news on repeat, and in school. You are a real person and understand. Seriously beautiful video, very well spoken and spitting facts. Beautiful man.
I'm in the process of opening a preschool in my home. I've been anti Ai but I just taught myself to prompt with Gemini and created the logo for my business. I absolutely love my logo, it has lit a fire underneath me and I already have clients lined up for next spring. Stop standing in your own path, adapt to use the tools around you to bring what you have to offer to the world.
@papertiger9845 im not sure, but i think you might be thinking of a trade mark. Im not sure if you can or cant trademark an AI produced asset but copywrite is usually given to creators without going anywhere, doing anything, or talking to anyone. Because they created it it is theirs. This wouldnt be thr case with AI products, id guess.
Wow! This speech blew my mind and completely changed my perspective on content creation. I've been a content creator for the last three years, and lately, I've been feeling stuck because it's getting harder and harder to grab attention.
Brilliant ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Subscribed!!! 🙏❤️ 22:20 How to set yourself apart? Brand is everything about your authenticity self. The unique gifts and abilities you offer nobody else does. 22:53 creativity is the constraints the limitations. It’s not the chaos. The 4 pillars of creative work are: Brand Content Product Promotion
Dan, what you said about “concept,” after problem, goal, example, benefit, and process, is “category” in my mind. It really looks like you’re describing category design, but using different words. Either way, I like where you’re going with this. Good stuff.
bam! this video just came the right moment when I start to record my first videos!! thaaank youuu sooooo much!! without being in the game I oviously understand enough to see it the exact way you explain in the video!!! a huge confident booster!!! 💪😎
I’m tired of being sold to. I’m also tired of trying to sell. I just want to be epically lazy and do whatever I feel like doing that day without stress or worry about making other people happy
I feel you, 🎉 I was only able to accomplish this by doing handyman jobs mostly and working for a construction guy 7 to 14 days of the month. Some days I will get off and be at the lake by 2 or 3:00 with the rich folks. And some days we will finish up the project and I would go out of state for a week week and a half if I just decided. Just depend how I felt
This might be the video I’ve obtained more value in my entire life. Such a huge quantity and great quality of insights. Many of the sentences feel deep3 inside me. Thank you very much Dan for the value.
Well said! I’m truly inspired and enjoy this video. I only started UA-cam lately after pursued a pretty successful career in last 20 years up till today I had epiphany of changed my life path to pursue something meaningful for myself being a true me. I have started slowly to learn the technique behind. I am glad to start now as technology makes much easier to produce content. My point of view is how to drive the technique to deliver unique message to the world and I don’t care much about getting paid or not; being liked or disliked I think when I can remove the attachment to the outcomes I can be more free to do something to service others. Thanks.
Thank you so much for this video. I've been struggling recently and you have given me a lot of clarity. I've been doubting my vision for myself but you have restored my faith. Thank you so much.
I believe most content creators actually started with ambition in mind with less discipline and consistency .The lasting creators are those who are obsessed with creating value ...The Real Creators .
How to be oneself is surprisingly the most effective thing, yet one of the most challenging, since many of us have some imprinted belief that who we are just isn't enough. In media, advertising, even from our parents' lack of approval. Luckily there are ways out of that fear.
Thank you soooo much Dan for such a gem of a video. I'll definitely review all the notes I've taken from this video and apply it to channels I have. Thanks man.
I needed that!I love social media,and I understand it importance.I am a creator,not a seller,i create solutions and solve problems. create beautiful realities and make dreams come to life.I don’t want to sell other people products.. Thanks 🙏🏼
The little breakdown on how to turn read ideas into original ideas was wonderfully thought out and executed, but also made me worry that kids don't learn these things at schools when they write essays...
I feel like, if it always was your “dream” or goal to start a youtube channel then go for it. I have been wanting to do it since 2009 and not starting must be the worst feeling ever! Seeing everyone else before you start a channel although you deeply wanted to do it but couldn’t because of economical reasons or time. For me it is more like a creative lesson. I get to use my skills I haven’t used in a long time , such as editing, creating digital art. I won’t sink into content creation, I’ll use this platform for my own joy and you should too!
So good! Makes you really mapped out your plan and forces you to take the necessary steps to make it work. Thanks for putting things into perspective and help me set my goals
I show the BTS of being a doctor and business owner. I really resonated with your message of having DEPTH. I think people are fatigued of seeing content that is superficial and unhelpful. Your video helped remind me to be HELPFUL and NOT just a personality. Thanks ❤
We need more Anesthesiologist than content creators. Most content on the internet is of low value and garbage. An Anesthesiologist has a more impacting society and to humanity than all this consumerism and lazy behavior. It’s sad that society rewards monetarily the dumber side of society.
True. So, make some nonsense (or great) content that goes viral, monetize, make millions, take millions and set up as many scholarships and informational booths at schools and colleges with real industry experts because you can afford to. And have a glass of nice scotch on the way.
Thanks for making this video. I've been fortunate to work in the arts as a professional all of my adult life and the "content creator" movement has always made me feel incredible creative inertia for all of the reasons you just listed. I also dislike "personal brands" and thought I was just being archaic and hippy-ish in my sentiment. Glad to know I was right all along! 😅 I come from a teacher and mentor mentality and just align so much with all you're saying. I'm excited for this more authentic movement 🎉
Super helpful for where I am right now with how I am viewing all of this. I will prolly watch this again as I work thru these great points. Thank you so much✨
Been having so many glimpses of these insights throughout my life. This video resonates with me on a level that literally gives me chills. Thank you so much man
This is a fantastic perspective and a large reason why I started my channel (I literally run a lemonade stand). I don’t even sell lemonade currently, I just make goofy videos and want to make people laugh and have fun with it.
I couldn’t agree more! So many people have tried to tell me that my long form content wouldn’t grow. I’m just over 500 followers right now. I want to educate my subscribers from my personal experience, my quirkiness, my down to earth, truthful and real perspective because I know it not only educates and HELPS others, through my own studies and personal experiences ! And it’s FUN! It’s amazing to just be you. ✨ This is exactly where we need to lead in the age of Aquarius
Thank you, Dan. I love the concept of 'learning to think with impact'; it’s so powerful because it combines inner growth with an improvement in output.🦋
The best way to do content creation is to put yourself in a position of power financially so that you enter and stay in the space without being desperate. While desperation can lead to massive action, for the most part, it is negative. It is a position you don't want to be in. I have done the same thing from the age of 32, hitting rock bottom, working on myself for 7-8 years, and then seeing unimaginable success. Now, I have found my purpose in content creation, but I can afford to invest a lot into it, both time and money, while not being desperate or being that starving artist.
So true. I am still on this desperation situation after having failed with a failed project which took all I had. Did you went back getting a job? Any advice you could share on how to take it easy while being in desperation?
@jeronimoduarte I still work, but in a very lucrative industry, that allows me to pursue my purpose. There are a couple of ways.# First is mindset, which is hard because we are all human. The grind and constant struggle will have you second guessing and feeling sorry for yourself. But anything is as good or as bad as you want it to be it's a mindset. Secondly , which I prefer and I'm a great advocate of is self investment, but we are not all blessed with the time, money, or knowledge. Example, I hit rock bottom and was stuck on minimum wage at the age of 32, I went back to college and got several qualifications to then climb to over six figures. Now I'm in a passion to do what I want when I want because I put myself in a position of power. Yes, I sacrificed sleep, comfort, going out, etc, but I now reap the rewards. So, know so much more is possible for you if you apply yourself, stick to something, and give it time. You got this
Very VERY GOOD. Thanks a mil! You explained in a clever and clear way what I've been trying explain to my 16 year old son. What's interesting is that for the first 3mn you actually sound like a near future version of him.. so you are kind of a short cut for him. Thanks a mil for taking the time to put this video together and sharing it. Much much appreciated! Take care. Best wishes from Cape Town,South Africa. Djonno
“Create the content you want to see in the world”
and it isn't this
@@g3nj1then y are u watching??
@@Mikeydylan It was on my feed. I gave it a chance, and determined that is was crap. then, expressed my opinion. why are you watching? because you can't think for yourself?
@@g3nj1thats unfortunate brother, best of luck to u though. Try having a more positive mindset and outlook on things, everything tends to circle back🙏
@@Mikeydylan okay, beta.
"The goal is to get paid for being yourself" is such a deep and powerful message ❤
That’s the name of the game right here
exactly
You're basically tricked into feeding the internet behemoths for free or for small change money while they do the real profits by economy of scale. They also gather your information to build their own data bank to be used in ways you can't imagine.
It's definitely important to embrace our authenticity and unique qualities in our work.
@@fotos.sounds and my comment was deleted when I stated what the corporate income is vs what you'll get
History repeats itself, I believe we’re shifting into a modern day renaissance period. Become literate, competent, spiritual, physically fit. Become the best version of yourself by inspiring others with your art, work, interests.
I wish that was true but we know from history that we are no where close to a big shift. It has to get really bad before people find what ever it is they’re looking for , I don’t think we are even half way. If took the Black death that could of wiped us out to have a renaissance
@@willnadamusic it doesn’t have to be everyone. Why would you want it to be. You can experience a different reality within your own realm of being. Become the change you seek in the world.
This is literally a distopia. Leading to extreme competition and genetic determinism. knowledge and effort dont count anymore
YES 🙌
@@MarkedxChrist why would I want it to be? Live my own reality? I don’t want it to be and I have no choice but to live my own reality? You can think things to be different and ignore reality which is what you’re proposing or you can be aware of all and not only focus on either one side or the other. Because seeing a reality that u create does not fix things that need fixing, it sounds great though but while you’re thinking up a reality many people are actually doing something about it. Your comment is the most ridiculous I’ve heard in a long time, While everything is going on today with everything from wars and famine, you’re talking to me about creating a reality in my head that will feed the starving children tonight ? or bring the ones that died today from the war back to life. Will that work? I don’t I usually attack people for writing stupid ass comments, but….
The You tube of 2009 and 2013 will forever be missed. it was so authentic then.
Most of them videos are now private or deleted.
You won’t watch them now
Yup now it’s all manufactured and subject to algorithms
It’s coming back
@@mainmain5303 You're spot on! I went back to some old videos of PC hardware reviewers and you won't believe how much we've changed as an audience. I don't think we as viewers have patience or the ability to listen.
"They don't have ideas worth copying, they do the copying" This line hit hard.
When becoming a content creator is just a means to an end and not a way of creating a new reality, you are back on the survival hamster wheel.
Becoming a creator is a lifestyle, a philosophy, a way of being.
Thanks Dan
Nailed it. A way of being. Thank God for the thinkers.
And even when they do escape past survival, they make it into a "pure" algorithm copy money chase.
My main value I get from Dan is motivation, but if you break down where his money comes from, it almost becomes like a pyramid scheme. He is making money from teaching others how to make money online, via selling courses. So, if everybody really followed his actions, they would also make money by teaching others how to make money online.
I respect his recent business endeavor, Kortex, which is an actual product.
@@bobby8630 a win-win yeah.....
Trend setters 💪🏼
In my freshman year of college, I built a UA-cam channel that reached 20,000 subscribers, primarily through reaction videos. After working in sales for over two years, my perspective on life has shifted. As I observe the growing trend of provocative content, negativity, and drama taking over the internet, I decided to take a different path.
I've started a new channel, not just to document my personal journey, but to inspire the upcoming generation in a positive way. Although I'm currently at 10 subscribers, I feel more authentic with this fresh direction, and I’m committed to creating content that truly matters. Honestly its hard changing but hard things do pay off eventually!
Hi what do you mean 20,000 subs from reaction videos? What's reaction videos and how do we do it? Thanks
Stay the course. I'm cheering for you
Sell your channel i pay you 5k doller
drama is a driver
Go for it! We need organic stuff now. 😀
Authenticity will never go away. People with a relatable story / experience will be able to build a brand.
"An artist is paid for their vision, not for their labour." I honestly feel like people tried to make something authentic and then the market took over and made content about brand deals and advertisements. Definately agree with create the content you want to see in the world, definately my personal goal.
I needed that confirmation. "Be you, but in a place where your work can be discovered, followed, and supported."
“Your life’s work is in the unknown… you create your life through experimentation and evolution” ✨
Wow. That’s incredible.
As someone who is somewhat in this space, I will say you've nailed it! Perhaps we need a new category: Just Being Yourself
You could call it ….. koecreation 😏 lol
The problem with UA-camrs is that they tell you a different story every week, so yes you can change things all the time and not achieve anything...
Bro I love this be yourself
Issue is, most people don't know themselves
Also, get a high resolution camera, high quality microphone, be consistent, be well self actualized, know how to sell, know how to story tell etc. 😏
This video is the validation I didn't know I needed to pursue my genuine curiosity with my UA-cam channel.
Hi Dan, you are absolutely right ! I am 53 y/o, no debts except for my mortgage. I started focusing on my finances when I was 50. I do have a lot to share based on my life experience and money management skills I have learned throughout this journey. I love your content and I am learning a lot. Soon I will launch my own UA-cam channel teaching my community about money management, investing and health for a long happy life. Thank you! By the way my channel will be in Spanish for my Spanish speaking community with subtitles in English.
Its the first video i have watched from you. and i can say that i have never watched a video with such an amount of value. thank you for uploading this masterpiece.
I don’t know how you did it, man, but this morning started with the words I’ve been searching for-not just for the past few months, but maybe my entire life (I’m 30 and just started the YT channel). Starting anything is always hard, but having a clear WHY makes all the difference. It’s like growing a tree: its roots must first reach down to hell before it can grow to the heavens.
Hearing that the first attempt at anything will suck was a revelation. Social media and real life often hide the messy beginnings; we don’t see the struggles behind success. For a long time, I believed that achieving your dreams required a special gift. But there are no gifts-only hard work and a deep understanding of why you’re doing what you’re doing.
So much wisdom. So much value. And of course, you are the King of capturing attention. Huge thanks to the UA-cam algorithm for bringing me here, and thank you, Dan, for your incredible work. Hats off! 👏
its not what we do that changes the world, its who we become :)
Thanks for leading me to this video, this really changed my perspective ❤
alright!
Projects turned into products. Always a nugget. I love you and your content so much! I share it with all my friends because it really helps me organize my thoughts for the method I’m building. When you said to focus on what we would want to see and build from there, that really resonated with me after watching this video. I tend to do that, but then I start wondering what others might want instead of simply sharing what has worked for me and attracting a like-minded audience.
Congratulations on your growth Angela 🙌
I just want to say thank you, Dan. Everyone should be sharing online. Everyone has something to offer that will benefit the world. That's my personal belief.
Do you really think Eeeveryone has something to offer?...
@@vaidasviper There's something to learn from every single person... whether it's good or bad. It may be an example of how not to live, life choices to avoid. There's value in that.
@@anniestacie taking in consideration your answer, my guess is that you are very young (this is based on my life experience). Grown uo usually don't think that way. In about year span i interacted with few thousand people. Majority not older than early 30s. There was not much to learn from anyone. What i was doing back then and i was interested in, only handful of them had something, that could be a life lesson or so. And thank God those thousands didn't try to teach anyone anything.
People want to think they have so much to offer to anyone, but most of them have nothing to offer. (as cynical as it sounds).
@@vaidasviper I appreciate you explaining your perspective and sharing your experience. While we may not necessarily agree, I learned from you. So thank you :)
@@vaidasviperdude I believe that's a YOU problem. You may not have had anything to learn from those people but they definitely COULD teach SOMEONE out there SOMETHING. What a depressing view of life you have. Hopefully you become less cynical cuz that mindset will definitely hold you back in life
Here from Mai Pham, this is so relatable when you were talking about looking through the most paying jobs on google, trying to be an anesthesiologist, then an engineer, I graduated as a web designer but now im an artist, literally what everyone was saying doesn’t pay much, I couldn’t not follow my heart and passion, all roads just led me back to art. And now I wanna create art and share that with the world through youtube. 🎉 this has been so inspiring and insightful for me. Thank you ❤
Not so long ago, having a job in a cubicle, like in the classic movie "Office space" was one of the facets of the prison of the system, that slowly we were waking up from.
Now the prison has moved. It has a new name, new label. The system entered the internet, and it's various services. We need to have constant contact, with our authenticity, freedom, honesty, and something else I can't point out right now to not get caught back into this prison.
Love yr video, good talk. Healthy talk. A breath of fresh air in this barbie world. thank you, mate.
I was just telling somebody today that i prefer to make content with deepth, educative, and a reflection of the good i would like to see in the world. Instead of copying others, but to create something more genuine and improve from there. They just laughed..
But your video is a sign i'm on the right path.
"project turned into a product".
Thank you!
You hit the nail on the head in every single point here. As an artist, I have committed myself to my craft and the internet is what made that possible. It only makes sense that this is my purpose. I have been carving an unknown path for a couple of years now, but have realized that the more I stay true to myself, the better the outcome. We are not just creators, we are artists. And as artists, our mission is to make the world a better place. This was inspiring to listen to, because all of it is 100% truth. Thank you for bringing this to light.
Nice to see another artist here! Keep telling your story. I am an artist inspired by movement. I'm not certain that the animations that I am making can be products. It's easier for me to picture my dance and movement tools as products. I think I will have to create unrelated products to fund my animations.. I wish you the best with yours! 🌟 Paul
Can’t wait to watch this
This is one of the video that resonates (or “vibrates”) closest to me / my intentions, if not the most. It’s also the most genuine authentic videos I watched recently.
the difference between someone who creates content by copying others vs someone who creates as in actually creating their own ideas and thoughts based if the vague idea of another. Very well said Dan thank you for the reminder. As someone who's getting into becoming a writer and creating youtube videos, it's an important skill to be able follow the idea of others, AND allow my uniqueness to shine by sharing my personal experience and unique point of view all while writing it in a way that allows others to understand it clearly
As someone that has been meaning to get out there and showcase my work and interests but always been discouraged by all the noise on these platforms, this video presents itself a perfect time to give me that final push I need to get out there and create authentic content. Thanks Dan!
My algorithm actually brought me here, with no regret !
Same😊
You want to get paid to be yourself
Be yourself in a structured way that actually makes sense to people
What if you are just a random person with random interests no niche or specific focus, just random fun crazy things?
@@daviddarkstonedtv9775key word here is "fun". If you think it's fun, then find a way to package these things in a way for people to join along or be entertained. You can keep the same content format but change the topic. I would say leverage short form content for this. I can go longer about this but i hope this helps. Good luck!
This has been really helpful, I'm grateful for you making this video. I'm at a point in my life where the level of information I can share is something else. This week I created the skeleton of a training program that would be 6 months long, 1 on 1 with someone teaching how to be a plant medicine provider. I have so much to share and teach. I know I need to put it out there wayyyy more than I have so far. This is just the kind of things the world needs to know. Because ultimately it is a message of love, of unity, of how to be aligned with who we really are, and of how to heal from suffering. Thank you Dan, this video will be great at helping me organize how I want to share my ideas in a way that more people will get to receive them.
This is the best analysis/critique of social media I've seen. Raw intellectualism! Too many people want to make a living off youtube with nothing to say. They look for ways to capture followers with tricks, lies and pirated content from others. You are authentic and truthful to the core. Let's hope there are many others with your insight and beliefs.
This is awesome!!! Love how well you articulate every idea
We share this philosophy exactly. I'm in the process of building a brand that encourages people to put down their phones and read, write, or create art. Thanks for the video.
“Creativity isn’t freedom and chaos, it’s the limitations that you impose to create that art.” 😯👏
I am a slow learner. I do tours, and I am passionate about the history behind the places and monuments, that is what moves me. I have difficulty to understand the human mind, what they want. I want to try cortex notes system, perhaps they will help me. I use Obsidian for my content.Thanks for you video
I feel this so much. I started uploading videos to UA-cam as my own memory archive… and always have enjoyed photography and videography and writing. My goal was never to become popular but it’s always frustrating to hear “you should do this and that” from people .. when I am just trying to travel the way that I love… not chase the things that may trend or be popular. I fear passions are dying because people care more about optics and being popular.
Ton of value in this video. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to watching your next.
Bruh.
I was talking about this “authenticity” problem yesterday on the call live call with Dakota Robertson.
Dang, you guys are really 2 dimensions ahead.
We are blessed to be in this great age of sages.
Thank you for being your authentic self. I truly admire your content and the values you share. I believe I have meaningful life experiences and strong values that could inspire others, but I often feel stuck and unsure of where to begin. I'm hoping that through watching your videos, I'll gain the clarity I need to focus on a specific path and take the first step forward. Thank you for being a source of guidance and inspiration!
This video was immensely helpful, thank you Dan. It’s a breath of fresh air to listen to real thoughts and ideas. You’ve inspired me.
I watched this because I genuinely enjoy the break down of your style but the timing of it considering where I am in my journey right now is so aligned. thank you for committing to your purpose! gratitude from the UK!🤗
This is so deep I highly resonate with this!!! I felt this daily as a creator but everywhere I see just made me depressed. Everything is so surface level.
You are thoughtful and intelligent. Thank you for sharing your valuable, meaningful contest. It is appreciated.
I enjoy your videos. You have real depth of thought and an ability to share with clarity. Your authenticity and generosity are appreciated.
I love this video. Thanks!!
Only comment is around the critique on memes. Memes have a significant role to play; for me, they're a new form of art. They're crucial in navigating the complex issues we face online today. While there are plenty of low-quality memes out there, many are genuinely insightful and creative.
They also serve as educational tools in various contexts. Many individuals earn a living through the honest craft of merging humor with commentary. Although AI has contributed significantly to content creation, I personally appreciate the comedic writers; they're also part of a creator renaissance.
I hit the like button when you said ”when you hear the words influencer, personal brand, creator, a part of you kind of dies”. 😂💯 never wanted to be any of those.
We all started creating content to live outside of the box and then they put a box around that box. 😅
I appreciate a calm and focussed video like this.
This is a pool of quality concentrated into a shot glass. Thank you
Wow!!! Deep. I have indirectly come to a similar conclusion about what drives Contant creators. Struggled with my own path as a content creator because of the need for people to view. This is why I now have turned to stock photography and video so that I don’t have to rely on that stuff and now can create more meaningful Projects and films and not need to worry about the outcome of that to actually profit and pay back all the money I owe for the content creation equipment I paid for over the years.
This video needs to be shown on the news on repeat, and in school. You are a real person and understand. Seriously beautiful video, very well spoken and spitting facts. Beautiful man.
I'm in the process of opening a preschool in my home. I've been anti Ai but I just taught myself to prompt with Gemini and created the logo for my business. I absolutely love my logo, it has lit a fire underneath me and I already have clients lined up for next spring. Stop standing in your own path, adapt to use the tools around you to bring what you have to offer to the world.
Any photos created with AI aren't covered under copyright laws just so you know.
interesting. The end of copyright and royalties?
s@@RaheemD
@@RaheemDstfu lmao if I go copyright it its copyrighted
@papertiger9845 im not sure, but i think you might be thinking of a trade mark. Im not sure if you can or cant trademark an AI produced asset but copywrite is usually given to creators without going anywhere, doing anything, or talking to anyone. Because they created it it is theirs. This wouldnt be thr case with AI products, id guess.
This resonates with me a lot. I'm at the beginning of my creative work career and already noticed the tendencies to deviate from myself and my vision.
this is by far my favourite video on youtube
Finally some content of depth I can relate and find valuable in my context
Wow! This speech blew my mind and completely changed my perspective on content creation. I've been a content creator for the last three years, and lately, I've been feeling stuck because it's getting harder and harder to grab attention.
Brilliant ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Subscribed!!! 🙏❤️
22:20 How to set yourself apart?
Brand is everything about your authenticity self. The unique gifts and abilities you offer nobody else does.
22:53 creativity is the constraints the limitations. It’s not the chaos.
The 4 pillars of creative work are:
Brand
Content
Product
Promotion
Dan, what you said about “concept,” after problem, goal, example, benefit, and process, is “category” in my mind. It really looks like you’re describing category design, but using different words. Either way, I like where you’re going with this. Good stuff.
bam! this video just came the right moment when I start to record my first videos!! thaaank youuu sooooo much!! without being in the game I oviously understand enough to see it the exact way you explain in the video!!! a huge confident booster!!! 💪😎
I’m tired of being sold to. I’m also tired of trying to sell. I just want to be epically lazy and do whatever I feel like doing that day without stress or worry about making other people happy
Based take
Making people happy through your creation is more fulfilling than any other shallow take on it
I feel you, 🎉 I was only able to accomplish this by doing handyman jobs mostly and working for a construction guy 7 to 14 days of the month. Some days I will get off and be at the lake by 2 or 3:00 with the rich folks. And some days we will finish up the project and I would go out of state for a week week and a half if I just decided. Just depend how I felt
@@jeffhandy1102fishing in the middle of the week is so decadent😊
Welcome to poverty.
Being oneself in its truest form is the most sustainable and smartest way of being, both in life and online.
This might be the video I’ve obtained more value in my entire life. Such a huge quantity and great quality of insights. Many of the sentences feel deep3 inside me. Thank you very much Dan for the value.
This video is being slept on. So much powerful information
Well said! I’m truly inspired and enjoy this video. I only started UA-cam lately after pursued a pretty successful career in last 20 years up till today I had epiphany of changed my life path to pursue something meaningful for myself being a true me. I have started slowly to learn the technique behind. I am glad to start now as technology makes much easier to produce content. My point of view is how to drive the technique to deliver unique message to the world and I don’t care much about getting paid or not; being liked or disliked I think when I can remove the attachment to the outcomes I can be more free to do something to service others. Thanks.
Not a content creator but a Life creator!!!! Mic drop!!! I do not consider you a content creator But instead, an educator. Thank you for all of this.
Probably the most powerful video on the internet on this subject.
Thank you so much for this video. I've been struggling recently and you have given me a lot of clarity. I've been doubting my vision for myself but you have restored my faith. Thank you so much.
I believe most content creators actually started with ambition in mind with less discipline and consistency .The lasting creators are those who are obsessed with creating value ...The Real Creators .
Creator who's built a personal brand is telling me that personal brands are dead
How to be oneself is surprisingly the most effective thing, yet one of the most challenging, since many of us have some imprinted belief that who we are just isn't enough.
In media, advertising, even from our parents' lack of approval. Luckily there are ways out of that fear.
colorizethis AI fixes this. Death of Personal Brand Analyzed
91% ai generated. Yes I had to verify using api to speech to text to evaluator! What’s real anymore ?
@@Nizetchereally?
Thank you soooo much Dan for such a gem of a video. I'll definitely review all the notes I've taken from this video and apply it to channels I have. Thanks man.
My mann!!! Such a genuine and refreshing perspective.
This aligns very well with my mission
Greatest video on this subject I've seen in a long time. Thanks
I needed that!I love social media,and I understand it importance.I am a creator,not a seller,i create solutions and solve problems.
create beautiful realities and make dreams come to life.I don’t want to sell other people products..
Thanks 🙏🏼
God bless you, sincerely and deeply, thank you for all of this.
The little breakdown on how to turn read ideas into original ideas was wonderfully thought out and executed, but also made me worry that kids don't learn these things at schools when they write essays...
I feel like, if it always was your “dream” or goal to start a youtube channel then go for it. I have been wanting to do it since 2009 and not starting must be the worst feeling ever! Seeing everyone else before you start a channel although you deeply wanted to do it but couldn’t because of economical reasons or time. For me it is more like a creative lesson. I get to use my skills I haven’t used in a long time , such as editing, creating digital art. I won’t sink into content creation, I’ll use this platform for my own joy and you should too!
This is the first video I've seen by you. Great stuff!
So good! Makes you really mapped out your plan and forces you to take the necessary steps to make it work. Thanks for putting things into perspective and help me set my goals
I show the BTS of being a doctor and business owner. I really resonated with your message of having DEPTH. I think people are fatigued of seeing content that is superficial and unhelpful. Your video helped remind me to be HELPFUL and NOT just a personality. Thanks ❤
Peter Finn the Car Doctor this guy is helping people to do something that actually matters. thanks Finland
Awesome video full of valuable insights! Thanks a lot.
Only 3 things to say:
Simple, direct, and perfect.
Thanks Dan!
I feel like this was meant for me! Great work Dan!
Holy shit being a "reality creator" is such a fantastic perspective
We need more Anesthesiologist than content creators. Most content on the internet is of low value and garbage. An Anesthesiologist has a more impacting society and to humanity than all this consumerism and lazy behavior. It’s sad that society rewards monetarily the dumber side of society.
True. So, make some nonsense (or great) content that goes viral, monetize, make millions, take millions and set up as many scholarships and informational booths at schools and colleges with real industry experts because you can afford to. And have a glass of nice scotch on the way.
then why did you click on this video if it has „low value“ weirddddd
Thanks for making this video. I've been fortunate to work in the arts as a professional all of my adult life and the "content creator" movement has always made me feel incredible creative inertia for all of the reasons you just listed. I also dislike "personal brands" and thought I was just being archaic and hippy-ish in my sentiment. Glad to know I was right all along! 😅 I come from a teacher and mentor mentality and just align so much with all you're saying. I'm excited for this more authentic movement 🎉
I don't watch your videos often but glad i clicked on this one, very meaningful take. Nice to hear
such a valuable video. totally worthy listening multiple times.
I needed this information so much! just perfect timing
Super helpful for where I am right now with how I am viewing all of this. I will prolly watch this again as I work thru these great points.
Thank you so much✨
Long time follower: Thanks Dan. You da man.
Ill be part of this Renaissance. Claiming it right now because I agree. We've gone away from genuine moments and shares.
Been having so many glimpses of these insights throughout my life. This video resonates with me on a level that literally gives me chills. Thank you so much man
This is a fantastic perspective and a large reason why I started my channel (I literally run a lemonade stand). I don’t even sell lemonade currently, I just make goofy videos and want to make people laugh and have fun with it.
I couldn’t agree more! So many people have tried to tell me that my long form content wouldn’t grow. I’m just over 500 followers right now. I want to educate my subscribers from my personal experience, my quirkiness, my down to earth, truthful and real perspective because I know it not only educates and HELPS others, through my own studies and personal experiences ! And it’s FUN! It’s amazing to just be you. ✨
This is exactly where we need to lead in the age of Aquarius
I love this. Yes, let’s go deep and create with passion.
That’s exactly what I’m doing on my channel. Teaching ppl to look deeper into why they are into anime and gaming and see the mirror that is there.
Thank you, Dan. I love the concept of 'learning to think with impact'; it’s so powerful because it combines inner growth with an improvement in output.🦋
The best way to do content creation is to put yourself in a position of power financially so that you enter and stay in the space without being desperate.
While desperation can lead to massive action, for the most part, it is negative. It is a position you don't want to be in.
I have done the same thing from the age of 32, hitting rock bottom, working on myself for 7-8 years, and then seeing unimaginable success. Now, I have found my purpose in content creation, but I can afford to invest a lot into it, both time and money, while not being desperate or being that starving artist.
So true. I am still on this desperation situation after having failed with a failed project which took all I had. Did you went back getting a job? Any advice you could share on how to take it easy while being in desperation?
@jeronimoduarte I still work, but in a very lucrative industry, that allows me to pursue my purpose.
There are a couple of ways.# First is mindset, which is hard because we are all human. The grind and constant struggle will have you second guessing and feeling sorry for yourself. But anything is as good or as bad as you want it to be it's a mindset.
Secondly , which I prefer and I'm a great advocate of is self investment, but we are not all blessed with the time, money, or knowledge. Example, I hit rock bottom and was stuck on minimum wage at the age of 32, I went back to college and got several qualifications to then climb to over six figures. Now I'm in a passion to do what I want when I want because I put myself in a position of power. Yes, I sacrificed sleep, comfort, going out, etc, but I now reap the rewards.
So, know so much more is possible for you if you apply yourself, stick to something, and give it time. You got this
I was awakened to reality at the beginning of this year and have been on a different path since then. Love hearing stories such as yours. Thanks.
@@Downtyme Same here, I love hearing stories from people around the world. Human beings never cease to amaze me. All the best!
@@Uncommony All the best to you as well.
Very VERY GOOD. Thanks a mil! You explained in a clever and clear way what I've been trying explain to my 16 year old son. What's interesting is that for the first 3mn you actually sound like a near future version of him.. so you are kind of a short cut for him. Thanks a mil for taking the time to put this video together and sharing it. Much much appreciated! Take care. Best wishes from Cape Town,South Africa. Djonno