these 6 honest lessons will make you a better content creator

I started creating content in 2018. If I could go back 7 years ago, these are the 6 lessons I’d share with my beginner-self. Some of them are raw and a bit uncomfortable, but they’re exactly what you need to hear to become a better content creator. These lessons aren’t just about strategy—they dive into the deeper, internal work required to thrive as a content creator for the long haul: Video Chapters: 00.09 Don't underestimate storytelling 03.29 Self-awareness: the key to building a strong personal brand 07.59 The real secret to coming up with fresh, high-quality content ideas 11.27 Preventing the “systems” trap 14.28 The key to balancing content creation and your private life 17.13 Why your content isn't attracting your ideal audience (yet) Join my email list for strategies and insights on branding, storytelling, and content creation—all in under 5 minutes a week: https://martatarallo.myflodesk.com/youtube (Plus, I'm working on a free messaging guide to help you create better, standout content and as a subscriber you'll be the first to get it once ready!) More videos on content ideas generation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYCYAErDiE4&list=PLqhJttg8EjP3WkcODjmTbxbnksH048jyF&index=5 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEz3VtOQFPc&list=PLqhJttg8EjP3WkcODjmTbxbnksH048jyF&index=3 What I used to film: Sony ZVE-10: https://amzn.to/4fAmkLj Sigma 16mm lens: https://amzn.to/3ATHt3T DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - Creator Combo: https://amzn.to/3AYNHzq Rode VideoMic Pro+ Shotgun microphone: https://amzn.to/3ZeQLAM Boom microphone stand: https://amzn.to/40Qp3f3 Glide Gear teleprompter: https://amzn.to/3AGfvZv -- All Amazon links are affiliate links - if you purchase through one of my links I'll earn a small commission which will help support the channel! --- Video title: these 6 uncomfortable lessons will make you a better content creator Posted on: 27 January 2025 Subscribers when publishing the video: 356