Howdy Reader! “A rocking horse gives the illusion of moving, but doesn’t actually go anywhere.” I saw that line this week, followed by: “Motion isn’t Momentum” That phrase caught my eye, especially after Lou Mongello’s excellent Momentum Conference in Orlando, and hit me right in the solar plexus. After Googling where my solar plexus actually is (don’t judge), I realized how much this rings true for anyone who struggles with procrastination. Why do we tend to avoid hard (even not-so-hard)...
7 days ago • 2 min read
Howdy Reader! Ever notice how some creators just sound... professional? Like they're broadcasting from a fancy studio, even though they're probably sitting in their spare bedroom? Meanwhile, the rest of us sound like we're talking through a tin can connected to a string. (Don't worry, I've been there!) If you've ever questioned your audio setup, wondered what gear you actually need, or dreamed of launching a podcast that doesn't sound like it was recorded underwater—this episode is for you....
11 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Greetings from Orlando! I'm back at one of my favorite conferences, Lou Mongello's Momentum, so that's why there is no live show today. Momentum is one of my favorites because it feels like a giant mastermind group, and I always come away inspired, energized, and connected with so many new fabulous creators. I'm very blessed to have so many creative friends and colleagues at this conference. Speaking of creative friends, I want to introduce you to Paul Gowder (who's actually...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Let me guess - your social feeds are starting to look like AI design slop? Every other post seems to be created by someone who discovered Midjourney, typed in three words, and suddenly crowned themselves "Chief Creative Officer." Don't get me wrong, AI is incredible for speeding up our workflow. But here's the thing: faster doesn't always mean better. And if everyone's hitting the same "easy" button, we're just creating content that's about as memorable as elevator music. That’s...
26 days ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Ever stood in front of your suitcase, after traveling, looking at the wadded up receipts you threw in the suitcase, wondering if that next conference ticket is worth it? I get it. With virtual everything these days, it's easy to question whether in-person events are still worth the investment. (Spoiler alert: They absolutely can be... if you do them right!) That's exactly what my friend Paul Gowder from PowWows.com and I will be diving into on this week's show. We both just got...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Greetings from sunny Orlando! I just finished speaking at the fantastic Aventureros event, surrounded by some of the kindest travel agents you'll ever meet! With me heading to Ecamm's Creator Camp, and the Unsinkable Conor Brown off chasing golf balls across Ireland, we're taking a brief pause on this week's live recording of Creator News Live. But don't worry - we've got some AMAZING new guests lined up that I can't wait to introduce to you! (Being on the road has its perks...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! I had the funniest moment during a presentation recently. I was trying to explain how I blanked out on something by comparing it to a dial tone, and I got met with a sea of blank stares from the younger folks in the audience. It hit me; dial tones are now vintage! These days, some people have never even heard that distinctive "beeeeeeep" when picking up a landline phone. That moment made me realize how easy it is to miss the mark when we assume everyone shares our same reference...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! AI isn't just making our work easier; it's also making scams smarter. You know AI has gone too far when the online scammer emailing you for money has perfect grammar and a LinkedIn profile. (Plot twist: the profile has more connections than I do! 😅) From deepfakes to phishing emails, the threats to small businesses and creators are getting more sophisticated by the day. And it's not just about protecting ourselves—it's about protecting our audience and our brand. That's why I'm...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Howdy Reader! Ever gone live and felt like even your mom forgot to show up? Or worse… you see a few names pop up, but no one ever turns into a client. Trust me, we've ALL been there. Those tumbleweeds rolling through the chat can be pretty discouraging. This Friday on Creator News Live, we're tackling that head-on with someone who really knows her stuff. I'm super excited to welcome Tanya Smith, video strategist and founder of Stream Like a Boss®. She's helped countless creators turn their...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
