Digital Creator
Welcome to Digital Creator with Dylan Schmidt. This is the show for content entrepreneurs who have a message to share and want to make an impact. Each week you'll learn cutting edge strategies and best practices with host, Dylan Schmidt. Dylan is the founder of The Creator Club and Content Clips.
Episodes
217 episodes
Why are top podcasts adding video?
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:Simple ways to start incorporating video into your podcast.The importance of creating an authentic environment for your show.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 217
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7:54
Attention spans aren’t shrinking
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:Why audience attention spans aren't actually shrinking.How social media platforms create a "digital casino" environment.Ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 216
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13:32
Is your marketing strategy outdated? Time to find your meta
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:Why running more tactics might be sabotaging your successThe easiest way to reach a quarter million people every month without losi...
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Season 1
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Episode 215
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16:44
How to grow your email list using your podcast
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:Why adding more "value" to your opt-in might be killing your email list growth (and the counterintuitive approach that's workingThe...
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Season 1
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Episode 214
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14:10
Publishing through life’s curveballs
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:The challenges and rewards of publishing content consistentlyHow life events can impact your content creation scheduleStra...
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Season 1
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Episode 213
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18:15
The hidden cost of brand deals
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:Why brand partnerships aren't always the best monetization strategyHow to decide if brand deals are right for youThe long-...
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Season 1
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Episode 212
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6:18
How to keep listeners coming back
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:The art of keeping listeners coming back to your podcastWhy podcast downloads alone don't tell the whole storyCreating a u...
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Season 1
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Episode 211
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13:10
How to win at podcasting
Most podcasters hit plateaus in growth because their strategy isn’t aligned with their primary objective. Let’s talk about it.Step 1: Clarify the primary goalStep 2: Develop a strategyStep 3: Don’t get distractedCoac...
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Season 1
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Episode 210
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14:56
My email newsletter process
I first started publishing email newsletters back in 2012. My process hasn’t changed much. In this episode, I’m sharing the 4 steps I take to send out my email newsletter every week.
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Season 1
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Episode 209
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12:48
Why social media is hard
We can't all be Instagram influencers with a million followers. For some of us, we gotta figure out a different approach. In this episode, I'm laying out the best approach I know for making your social media work for you not against you.
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Season 1
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Episode 208
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33:48
Going Beyond the RSS Feed | With Lloyd George
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator! In this episode, I’m sharing an episode from the Cr8tor Hub podcast hosted by friend Lloyd George. In this episode, we’re talking about:The challenges of starting a business focused...
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Season 1
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Episode 207
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23:02
Why Your Podcast Isn't Growing (And How to Fix It)
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator! In this episode, I’m sharing a candid conversation I had with Landon Poburan about:The intimate nature of podcast listening and how it affects content creationWhy consisten...
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Season 1
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Episode 206
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43:11
From Health Struggles to YouTube Success with Diana Gladney
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking with video expert Diana Gladney about:Her journey from struggling with health issues to becoming a video content creator.How binge-watchi...
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Season 1
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Episode 205
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25:59
The 80/20 Rule for Content Creators | Creating More Time, Refining Your Format, and Letting Go of Perfectionism
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:How to have more time to create contentFinding a content format that works for youHow to stop obsessing over details your ...
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Season 1
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Episode 204
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20:00
The Future of Video is Here | Runway's Gen 3 Alpha, Enhancing Your Video Production, and Mastering Podcast Ads
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:Runway's exciting new Gen 3 Alpha AI video creation toolMy refined short-form video editing workflowEffective podcast ad p...
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Season 1
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Episode 203
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20:00
Unique Content Creator Roles | AI Content Creators, Wedding Content Creators, and UGC Content Creators
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking about:The rise of AI content creators and how they differ from traditional content creators.The unique role of wedding content creators a...
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Season 1
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Episode 202
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20:00
You vs. You | The True Nature of Competition for Creators, Staying Motivated, and Playing the Long Game
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking about:The difference between virality and success as a creator and how chasing both can affect your brand.What the future of content crea...
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Season 1
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Episode 201
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20:00
TikTok Live Discoveries | Mindset for Growth, Asynchronous Work in Content Clips, and Exploring TikTok Live
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking about:The power of mindset and staying present to avoid getting stuck in life.How I run my company, Content Clips, with no client meeting...
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Season 1
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Episode 200
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20:00
Empowering Independent Podcasters | Launching a Podcast Conference, Mastering Daily Live Streams, and Embracing Imperfection
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking with Marc Ronick about:His upcoming live event, Empowered Podcasting, designed specifically for independent podcasters looking to level up their g...
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Season 1
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Episode 199
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20:00
The Psychology of a Content Creator | Dealing with Delayed Gratification, Navigating Impostor Syndrome, and Embracing Constraints
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking about:Getting comfortable in the practice stage of content creation and embracing the process.Understanding the role of social proof in a...
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Season 1
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Episode 198
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20:00
The Transition to Full-Time Content Creation | Dealing with Trolls, Balancing Growth and Burnout, and Seeking Support
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking about:How to transition from creating content as a side hustle to making it your full-time job.Dealing with trolls and understanding thei...
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Season 1
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Episode 197
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20:00
The Creator's Guide to AI | Major AI Rollouts, Choosing the Right Website Platform, and IG Best Practices
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:The groundbreaking updates from OpenAI and Google and what it means for creators like us.The best website platforms for creators, f...
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Season 1
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Episode 196
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20:00
The Great Email Debate | Comparing Beehiiv & Convertkit, LinkedIn Strategy for Creators, and Using Psychological Segmentation
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking about:The great debate between Beehive and ConvertKit for email newsletters, including pros and cons of each platform.My strategy for div...
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Season 1
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Episode 195
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20:00
Deconstructing Alex Hormozi's Content Strategy Shift | 35,000 Posts, Edutainment to Education, and Long-Form vs. Short-Form Content
Welcome to this week's episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I'm talking about:Analyzing the strategic pivots of marketing mastermind Alex Hormozi.Shifting focus from entertainment-driven content to educational...
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Season 1
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Episode 194
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20:00
Finding Your Creative Calling | Overcoming Marketing Challenges, Aligning Passion with Purpose, and Hiring Contractors
Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Creator!In this episode, I’m talking about:Strategies for overcoming podcast marketing struggles and achieving sustainable growth.How to identify the creative endeavor that b...
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Season 1
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Episode 193
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20:00
