Orbit for Creators

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0:00 Intro

1:00 Starting after 2 years of doubt

5:10 How did you develop your style?

6:09 Ariel's Inflection Point

10:48 The emotional rollercoaster of being a creators

13:15 The big community project

16:42 Making and documenting projects

22:35 Creating in English or French?

26:05 Advice to get unstuck

31:41 What is success?

Catch the full episode on Rethinking Podcasting - https://rethinkingpodcasting.com/and learn more about Matthew Bliss - https://www.mbpod.com/My IG https://www.instagram.com/orbitforcreators/My LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/vfarkasch/Music from Uppbeat https://share.uppbeat.io/orbit-for-creatorsSubtitles made with Magic Subtitles https://www.mralextech.com/magicsubtitle/2tj0zThumbnail improved on ClickPilot https://clickpilot.app?aff=nDNrpChapters0:00 Orbit x Rethinking Podcasting0:54 What was the Foundation?3:03 How did it evolve in season 2?6:39 Testing new styles in season 38:38 Reflecting on success as a podcaster12:18 Should you start a podcast in 2026?15:15 Packaging Podcasts19:02 Why you need a Newsletter24:19 A dialogue about reflections29:41 Whats next for your show? 33:07 Advice on starting a podcast in 2026

What does success look like to you?My IG https://www.instagram.com/orbitforcreators/My LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/vfarkasch/Music from Uppbeat https://share.uppbeat.io/orbit-for-creatorsSubtitles made with Magic Subtitles https://www.mralextech.com/magicsubtitle/2tj0zThumbnail improved on ClickPilot https://clickpilot.app?aff=nDNrpFeaturing in this video @ColinandSamir   @AprilynneAlter   @BeccaFarsace   @LucForsyth   @TejasHullur   @sferro21   @LouiseStigell   @hashtagimpact  @JasonHowell   @answerinprogress   @BenKaluza   @MrAlexTech   @maqaroon   @JustinEspejo   @jason_swet   @prestongoes   @CineD   @bartekmalinowski ​

every level of being a YouTuber, explained.My IG https://www.instagram.com/orbitforcreators/My LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/vfarkasch/Music from Uppbeat https://share.uppbeat.io/orbit-for-creatorsSubtitles made with Magic Subtitles https://www.mralextech.com/magicsubtitle/2tj0zThumbnail improved on ClickPilot https://clickpilot.app?aff=nDNrp

heck out Magic Subtitles - https://www.mralextech.com/magicsubtitle/2tj0zHave Shorts helped your channel grow, or just drained your energy? Drop your take in the comments.I know shorts can get you views. They might even get you subscribers.But here’s the real question: are they helping you build an audience — or are you just feeding the algorithm?In this video, I dive into the Shorts dilemma with insights from creators and managers who’ve seen both sides: explosive growth, reputation risks, and burnout. You’ll hear why some creators refuse to touch Shorts, why others swear by them, and what I’ve learned through my own experiments.If you’ve ever wondered whether Shorts are worth your time, this will give you the clarity you need.0:00 The Shorts Dilemma0:53 Common Wisdom1:50 What Creators Say4:54 Temptation of Virality6:36 Do Shorts Convert?7:20 Starting an Experiment9:20 Tool or Distraction

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Get Weekly Strategies to Grow as a Solo Creator → https://newsletter.orbitforcreators.com/In this episode, I sit down with Charles Haynes from Ziggurat xyz to uncover what really makes creators sustainable. He has been managing niche creators for 10 years and knows the industry better than most. In our conversation we go into how to find a manager, how they can help you and what you, as a creator, should really focus on. You can find Charles on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/charleszhaynes/and check out Ziggurat XYZhttps://www.zigguratxyz.com/Help our Orbit Grow→ Share this video with a creator friend→ Drop a comment with your takeaway→ Hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next oneChapters0:00 Intro1:38 Who is Charles Haynes?5:17 What is the job of a manager?6:55 What are the levers of audience growth?11:59 What are the patterns of successful creators14:51 What are the monetization levers?17:07 The state of the creator economy21:14 The role and use of short form content28:21 How do you find a manager?33:37 How to get unstuck as a creator?37:23 How to find creator friends?39:52 Reframing Success

Get Weekly Strategies to Grow as a Solo Creator → https://newsletter.orbitforcreators.com/Jackie Lamport helped transform  @moneywisebyhampton  into a YouTube-first podcast. Designed for discoverability and retention to grow the overall audience. In this episode she gives a full guide masterclass on how to turn a small podcast into a watchable YouTube channel that still serves the right audience. Chapters0:00 Intro1:38 Who is Jackie Lamport5:19 The video that changed everything11:17 How much extra work is video really?15:50 Earning the viewers attention19:39 Does short form content grow the audience?22:13 The episodettes strategy for growth24:27 Can you republish videos27:26 Testing ideas on YouTube30:06 The most important metric for video podcasts32:48 Choosing between audio and video35:09 Lessons from high net worth individuals38:31 How to keep going when you are stuck41:57 What does success look like?

Get Weekly Strategies to Grow as a Solo Creator → https://orbitforcreators.beehiiv.com @Tapakapa  is one of the most interesting creators I know. Because he build a sustainable YouTube channel and income through Patreon without ever showing his face and spilling his whole personality online. He grew an audience over nearly a decade, not with virality, but with trust and consistent storytelling. Despite not showing his face and covering niche topics like tram lines, flags and potatoes. Chapters0:00 Intro0:52 Who is Tapakapa1:33 Making people care3:44 How do you show personality5:18 How to hold attention7:53 How do you choose topics9:54 Video packaging11:30 Being a faceless YouTuber15:00 Monetizing through Patreon18:40 How to get started20:23 What is success

Get Weekly Field Notes For Creators → https://newsletter.orbitforcreators.com/I never thought LinkedIn would be a platform I'm raving about. But here we are. Out of all the social media platforms this has been a hidden gem for me where I genuinely enjoy spending time on and can post without the pressure to perform. Help me cross 1000 followers on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vfarkasch/Chapters0:00 Intro1:45 LinkedIn Opens Doors You Didn't Know Existed3:51 Posting On LinkedIn Is Low Pressure8:33 LinkedIn Creates Connections11:35 LinkedIn Showed Me My Personal Brand15:21 LinkedIn is a Lean In Experience17:32 How To Get Started On LinkedIn