Matty Collins is a videographer and entrepreneur from Victoria, British Columbia.
Welcome to Episode 1 of my new podcast, recorded during a content creator retreat in the stunning Lofoten Islands, Norway. Matty shares his journey from teaching in China for eight years to building a thriving creative business, working with brands like DJI and shooting weddings.
We dive into the freedom of entrepreneurship, the challenges of client acquisition, overcoming imposter syndrome, and how travel shapes us into better people. Whether you’re a content creator, entrepreneur, or inspired by global adventures, this episode is full of insights to fuel your creative journey!
Cody's socials:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cody_malloy
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cody_malloy/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cody_malloy/
Matty's socials:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mattydccollins
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattydccollins/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mattydccollins/
Chapters:
(00:00) Intro
(01:26) Who is Matty Collins?
(02:46) Matty's first video project
(04:31) Beginning of entrepreneurship
(06:06) Teaching in China for 8 years
(08:21) Content journey origins
(09:28) YouTube growth
(10:50) Monetizing YouTube
(14:42) Matty's most viewed YouTube video
(16:31) Content creator trips
(18:59) Toughest part of being a business owner in the beginning
(20:16) Imposter syndrome
(22:40) Small vs. big companies as clients
(23:58) How to price yourself
(26:37) Being your own boss
(29:33) Travel makes you a better person
(34:14) Outro
