Ep 219: CREATORS ARE QUITTING - What's happening to the "creator economy"?

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the recent trend of notable YouTubers, including Matt Pat, Tom Scott, and Mattie Hapuya, announcing their departure from YouTube. In this episode, we explore the allure of being a YouTuber, a dream career for many young individuals, while also dissecting the reasons behind these significant decisions.I'll walk you through the six main factors driving this trend, from the demanding nature of YouTube work to the struggle of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Despite challenges such as diminishing passion and profitability, I'll emphasize the enduring relevance of YouTube as a platform for content creation and brand building.Together, we'll uncover actionable strategies for finding success and fulfillment in the evolving landscape of YouTube content creation. Let’s get to it!Listen to the full episode to hear:Insight into why prominent YouTubers like Matt Pat, Tom Scott, and Mattie Hapuya are stepping away from the platform.Understanding the six main reasons behind their decisions, including the demanding nature of YouTube work and the struggle for work-life balance.Highlighting the enduring relevance of YouTube as a platform for content creation and brand building, despite challenges like waning passion and profitability.Practical strategies for thriving in the ever-evolving landscape of YouTube content creation, offering actionable advice for success and fulfillment.FREE Resources to Grow Your Online Business:3 Secrets to Reach 1,000 Subscribers and Get Monetized in Just 3 Months: https://creatorfasttrack.com/workshop-registrationWork with Gillian Perkins:Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermind Get your online biz started with Startup Society: https://startupsociety.com Learn more about Gillian: https://gillianperkins.com Instagram: @GillianZPerkins

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Work Less, Earn More is the podcast that explores how to get the most out of every hour you work. Gillian Perkins brings more than a decade of experience as an entrepreneur and educator to help you design a business that's not only flexible and fulfilling, but highly profitable. She shares strategies that are working in her own business to save time and maximize profits. She also features interviews with successful business owners on how they’re achieving big things in their businesses with crazy-little time investment. Share Work Less, Earn More with an overworked entrepreneur you know who could use a change of pace!