Caribbean Content Creators

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As a content creator, the thing I struggle with the most is time management. I realised this particularly in 2024 when I set concrete goals. Two blog posts per week; Focus on YouTube; Publish 5 YouTube Shorts every week; One podcast episode per week. I set ambitious goals but didn't have a plan. As a family man with a full-time job, I know I need a plan. I need structure. Daily habits. Tools t...

Today I want to talk to you about becoming a better content creator. I've been a writer and YouTuber since 2008, but I should warn you: it's only in 2024 that I committed to becoming a better content creator. I may not be the ideal guide. These are merely my thoughts, and how I go about things based on my gut and the articles I read. If you glean something, I'd be pleased to hear. You...

As a content creator, how can I become a professional? Time: I need a schedule. Besides content creation, I have a job. I have a young family. Ideally, I want to spend time with my wife and children on weekends. if I have to work on Saturdays I will, but I don't work on Sundays. There. I know my boundaries. It’s important to know your boundaries. I need a schedule. One that involves writing, batch...

Today we are chatting with Bar Miztah, a Trinidadian YouTuber who creates reaction videos. In the podcast, we dive into his process of creating reaction videos. I was honestly blown away when I learned that he uses his phone. You can listen to the podcast on Spotify. Here are the Key takeaways. Caribbean Content Creators need to invest in themselves. To be taken seriously on the global stage be pr...

As a content creator I love collaborating with other content creators. I learn from the interaction and realise that I'm not alone, that there's a community of content creators thinking about the things I think about and struggling with the things I struggle with. Collaboration allows you to explore uncharted territory. ollaboration allows for a broader reach. Recently I collaborated with "Life in...

In episode 039 I highlighted 11 content creator goals for 2024. One was to raise money for Farmer Harry to travel from Trinidad to Antigua. It looked like a distant dream until Suzy's Roti Parlour from Brooklyn, New York, showed up. Link with Suzy's Roti Parlour: http://www.suzysroti.com/ The trip to Antigua: Income Report

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As a content creator who wants to achieve success, you have a responsibility to do a little bit every day. I was writing an article for Caribbean Content Creators when my four-year-old daughter walked in and picked up a novella I wrote in 2007. Here's what I hope is an inspiring exchange that sums up our creative journey and responsibility Visit my blog: https://potbake.com

I’m not in the habit of setting goals. I trust my instinct. For the most part, I wing it. Since 2008 I’ve been winging it as a self-published writer and a YouTuber. I write when I feel like it; record when I feel like it; publish when I feel I like it. Not accountable to anyone, including myself. I guess that makes me an amateur. Right? I want to approach 2024 differently. Set goals. Consistent po...

Rendelina (Rendel + Melina) is a married couple who enjoy life, food and value for their dollar. In this episode we chat about their backstory, their partnership with Mobil, gear, merchandise and what 2024 holds in store for them. Connect with Rendelina on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rendelinareviews/ Connect with Rendelina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rendelina_reviews/ Connect...

What happens behind the scenes as a content creator in Trinidad and Tobago when you're trying to balance creativity and making a living. 👉 Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/lyndonbaptiste 👉 My website: https://potbake.com/ 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8 My books are on Amazon.com: 👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz 👉 oOh...

Recently a classmate invited me to talk to young entrepreneurs on how technology enables content creators to identify and capitalize on new opportunities. In preparing for the discussion I recorded a podcast.

In this episode I list Caribbean Content Creators I'd love to chat with. The list includes David Rudder; Super Blue; Rachel Price; Lingo; Akash Samaroo.

Today we're chatting with Shaun Alexander, a co-founder at Foodie Nation about the platform's story, monetisation, why content creators need to start thinking about themselves as a business, and how to negotiate sponsored content. Subscribe to Foodie Nation: https://www.youtube.com/@FoodieNation Connect with Shaun Alexander: https://www.instagram.com/justshauntt/

Today we're chatting with Robert R. Gibson, a poet from Barbados, about his experience as a poet, editor and independent book publisher, and how he uses social media to promote his publishing company. Robert is a member of the League of Extraordinary Poets in Barbados, and he's also known as Passion Poet. His poems have received recognition at the National Independence Festival of Creative...

On November 1st 2022, I launched a podcast for Caribbean Content Creators. In this episode I reflect on my development, repurposing content, monetizing your podcast as a YouTuber and content creator; and planning interviews. 👉 Visit ⁠https://www.designbyspirit.com/⁠ 👉 Connect with Christophe on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/designbyspirit/⁠ 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJi...

Today we're talking to Rhea-Simone Auguste or "Simmy De Trini", a content creator, comedian, MC and radio presenter. Today I hope to learn about her work as a comedian, her creative process and the business of comedy in Trinidad and Tobago. Connect with Simmy De Trini: https://www.facebook.com/SimmydeTrini

Today we're talking to Vince Warnock about podcasting and the work that goes into preparing for an interview. Vince is an author, marketing strategist, and host of Chasing the Insights. He's been presented with numerous awards and is part of the Fearless 50, a program designed by Adobe to recognize the top 50 marketers in the world who drive bold fearless marketing and digital transformation. On h...

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to another episode of Caribbean Content Creators! Today, we're joined by a man who knows how to keep the party going all night long. He's a Caribbean DJ and producer hailing all the way from Trinidad and Tobago. With over two million downloads on his Soundcloud channel and podcast, he's been serving up some seriously fire beats and getting audiences groovi...

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we're chatting with Christophe Pierre about branding for content creators. Branding includes elements of character, content, and consistency. We also dive into different types of content creators can post for a holistic strategy: behind-the-scenes; educational; personal; promotional; and inspirational. designbyspirit.com is a creatively passionate...

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we talk to Joey Temal, a technician and appliance repairman from Trinidad and Tobago, about how he streamlines his business using apps like WhatsApp, Google Forms, Tik Toks; branding; monetization; and finding creative solutions for seemingly boring products. Connect with Joey on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fixorfling Connect with Joey on YouTube:...

It's important for content creators to improve their video production and editing skills. As I approach 10,000 YouTube subscribers, we're talking about establishing shots, shooting with editing in mind, and how I organise my project folders, music, sfx etc. 👉 Recommend a guest: https://forms.gle/MvGnJixwZZfqCmwk6 👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8...

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we chat with two amazing YouTubers, Lance and Louise from Trinidad. We chat about inspiration, their first YouTube video, and how "appreciation" influences their content creation strategy. Connect with Lance and Louise on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LanceandLouisefromTrinidad Get The 5 love languages: https://amzn.to/3KjqDNW 👉 Sign up...

In this episode of Caribbean Content Creators we talk about a free software that content creators can use to level up their livestreams and offline recordings. 👉 Sign up for my web design bootcamp: ⁠⁠https://potbake.com/courses/⁠⁠👉 Living in T & T? Order my books: https://forms.gle/Mh2PtEwJqfnsXAiG8My books are on Amazon.com:👉 90 Days of Violence: https://amzn.to/3he61Vz👉 oOh My Testicles!...