In this episode, I sit down with Mark Manson, bestselling author (The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck) and seasoned creator.

With his deep understanding of the creator economy, Mark shares the most common pitfalls to avoid, his strategy for growing to millions of YouTube subscribers in 18 months, and how to balance success with happiness.

Whether you're a pro or just starting out, Mark's insights on building a sustainable creator business are invaluable.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:09 What is the Ideal Size for a Creator Business?
05:56 How to Maintain Long-Term Success After Trends Fade
08:39 Strategies for Building Strong, Lasting Audience Relationships
11:34 The #1 Mistake Creators Make (And How to Avoid It)
13:57 Best Social Media Platforms for Growing Your Creator Business
18:28 How to Go Viral on YouTube in 2024
26:19 The Secret to Consistent Online Growth and Engagement
33:56 Tips for Sustained Online Success in the Creator Economy
36:55 Why Diversification is Crucial for Online Success
38:47 Mark Manson’s Newsletter Optimization Strategy
42:11 How to Adapt to Rising Competition
46:26 Closing Thoughts

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Featured in this episode:
Ali Abdaal - https://aliabdaal.com/
Casey Neistat - https://www.youtube.com/user/caseyneistat
Botez sisters - https://www.youtube.com/c/BotezLive
James Clear - https://jamesclear.com/
Ramit Sethi - https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/
Matt D'Avella - https://www.mattdavella.com/
Dan Go - https://www.dango.co/
Tyler Cowen - https://marginalrevolution.com/
Anthony Bourdain - https://explorepartsunknown.com/
Mr. Beast - https://www.youtube.com/user/MrBeast6000
Kit - https://kit.com/

Highlights:
11:33 Knowing Your Production Function

30:34 What It Takes to Endure in the Creator Economy

44:27 Looking Back at Your Digital Footprint