Be the main character of your content

[@TylerLunsfordMagic]

2 KATIE VIDEOS IN JUST A FEW DAYS?? We are living

[@bassmanwho]

Real is more attractive than perfect. First you get over the fear to let the world who you are. Then you break the mental barrier to show the real you. This is a personal development journey.

[@SongbirdGaming]

Every time I watch a Katie Steckly video I end up watching it a second time with a notepad because it’s so good I need to take notes.

[@priscadera]

You are so right here❤ I enjoy watching her

[@HayaMALK]

Same 👏

[@MarLindaPerez-s1i]

I'm 60 and am old enough to know I need this information so I come prepared with my pen and paper😁

[@blueaurabyana44]

Same here! Hah

[@missmeagan8117]

This is the best way to break down personal branding! We always hear “What do you want to be known for?” and “You are the niche” but that gets overwhelming. Putting everything into a storytelling perspective made everything click!

[@AVALIANDOCOMPRANDO]

If so, don't you agree that we should be our own niche and talk about different topics that interest us?

[@MarLindaPerez-s1i]

Ok, so it's my second comment on the same video. Sorry....I absolutely loved and agreed with everything you said and am going to take it all in so when I make my first video, at least I'll have a clue. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@JessicaNiles]

So many gems in this video I was scribbling them down like a mad woman! No one has gotten me to take notes in a LONG TIME. ;) Thanks!!

[@choosing_love]

I honestly love the people I meet through youtube and everyone's different channels! Just seeing their outlook on life, what their world looks like, their thoughts, etc. I have met so many awesome people just from the community here on your channel Katie! Knocked it out of the park again, thank you!

[@therealNicholeA]

Wasn't this a great one? So good!

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

Hellooo from Gatlinburg TN Smoky mountain road... Spot on!!

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

​@@therealNicholeAabsolutely!!

[@choosing_love]

@@therealNicholeA yes! watched it twice now haha

[@choosing_love]

@@TheGatlinburgHussey Hello! Just checked out your channel and subbed! I have been there once and would love to see more of it :)

[@TylerLunsfordMagic]

1:20 transition was 🤌🏼

[@heyitshaliyo]

right?! I was taking notes lol

[@katie]

Thank you!! 🤍

[@Lentliz]

This is True and I love my 10 subscriber's

[@FitnessandHealthisWealth]

right!! starting out you feel so greatful every time you see a new subscriber

[@Penfriendrocks]

Thanks as always for such great nuggets of information. For the record I watch your videos for you and have done for ages!

[@GLAMGENX]

Newbie here, this was such a helpful vid! Thank you Katie!

[@biagalletti]

Ravenclaw house here! I watch a lot of creators that teach noobies like me and I always learn something new from you, so thank you!

[@therealNicholeA]

Ravenclaw! 🙌

[@ClairenParkerontheRoad]

Yup Katie you're right. I will ultimately get bored of an external niche after so many years inevitably.

[@therealNicholeA]

Yes! I've fallen into that trap on other platforms and it's not for me! Unfortunately, it's leading to slow growth here but maybe because I'm doing it wrong! Going to try some things out, thanks to Katie!

[@dinaguzun8545]

Thanks for sharing! I discovered your channel not long ago because I was looking for tips as a beginner creator. I definitely stayed on your channel because of your personnality!

[@heyitshaliyo]

same, she breaks it down amazingly and seems nice about it haha

[@TheAubreyLynch]

I’m really happy for you. I just started in January. I’m on video 30 posting weekly and I take your advice regularly. It must feel so good to find your way and earn your place among the industry experts. Much love and best wishes. Continued success. I’ll be listening in ❤❤❤

[@raisingwildflowers]

8:34 Starting with sick-kick energy is GENIUS ❤

[@planningatoz1120]

Only a minute in and stopping to comment and say, I like watching your content because of you Katie. Been following you for at least a couple of years and I find you to be genuine and helpful.

[@HelenAveryArtChannel]

What a kind comment! Thanks for sharing what so many of us feel ❤

[@TinyHomeCooking-tk4mc]

This is so true. Sometimes hard as a faceless content creator and getting personality to shine through. Community is what I desire and what I’m seeking not just with my channel or content but for others as well. Thank you for another well communicated video. 🫶

[@musicupliftandinspiration]

Thanks Katie. I enjoy your personality and as a fairly new (9 mo.) KZbin creator. I feel I talk too much about myself. My life experiences.I like the “You” way of forming your content.

[@elisabeth_manint]

You hit the nail on the head! We are just too complex to truly portray our full selves online. It’s encouraging to hear and helps put it into perspective. We don’t have to give up sharing parts of & we don’t have to bear the pressure of trying to convey all of us at once. 🎉

[@SoloRetirementwithLydia]

Valuable content! I'm just starting this journey, so still in sidekick mode. I'm fine with that! So much to learn, but this video helped me learn that intention and perspective are so important! Thanks!

[@TheSicilianLife]

Thank you, Katie. Very helpful. I will try to implement these tips going forward. 😊

[@blueaurabyana44]

Thank you Katie! I loved this video so much because I recently just decided to switch up my niche because i realized there were so many other things I loved to talk about and this helped a lot thank you! 🥰

[@RomanticizeReality]

Great tips! Reminds me of a lot of tips from the book Building a Storybrand. You have to make your viewer the hero, and become their wise guide!

[@clairebeveridge1]

I have always struggled with the “niche” mentality felt really limiting and not endless. I have recently come across this idea and it’s game changer for me to start my channel. And your explanation is perfect: your channel is the cohesive concepts of who you are! Love it thank you. Also these brand tips are GREAT!😁

[@Benandmycat]

Thanks so much love this, find it really affirming personally on my creator journey. A really clear way of thinking about where to take my representation of myself on KZbin. So true you can't show everything about yourself in video content but give glimpses of the real you without having to share everything. So appreciate it.

[@therealNicholeA]

That point really resonated with me, too. I'll be making a list like she did and then selecting the biggies to focus on.

[@Benandmycat]

@@therealNicholeA true a really great way to narrow down the parts of yourself to put out there

[@stephanie-sophia]

Such refreshing video. Beautiful tips 👌🙏

[@goldrosebud8888]

Thank you so much Katie! As always, this is an evergreen content ❤❤❤ All the best for you always ❤❤❤

[@sunflowerstatelifestylellc]

Yes! This is definitely something I have been working on more and more, as I want to branch out on to different types of videos. I love this so much! P.s. I love your helpful videos.

[@LivingLaVidaAshley]

You’re truly so good at this!! one of my favorite vloggers that I started watching was because of HER.. I stuck around through her personal health videos(which was something I didn’t start watching her for) just because it’s her and also she just made it relatable… GO Katie!!🫶🏼

[@SoniaB]

Inspiring - love the content - thank you Katie!

[@Holisticallychristelle]

Another great video Katie! Thank you! ❤

[@DevrinBradford]

I have been trying to do this with my channel becoming the main character. I’ve been doing like a daily vlog trying to create stories about my life losing weight. It’s been a struggle sometimes because I’m shy in front of the camera but your tips help out a lot

[@writernmaha]

Katie, I do not know how you do it, but it feels like I personally know you when I watch your videos. That’s some serious secret sauce and it’s so cool that you’re trying to share how to create that vibe on such a public platform. Thank you.

[@heyitshaliyo]

Been watching/listening to you for a while now and just recently started my YT channel- thanks for the motivation as always

[@mrpetrou]

You are honestly so talented at what you do. I love your videos because you provide us with real insights into how to be content creators. I've seen tons of other KZbin "gurus" this last year, but you are amongst a small handful who seem so genuine and innovative with the way you create and deliver your message. Thank you!

[@whatjanesaysgoes]

Katie ❤. I've watched you since your early days. I LOVE your content, and you! Thank you for the never ending value

[@2.0mommy]

I always watch to the end. 🤗

[@katie]

Thank you!! 🫶🏻

[@therealNicholeA]

Me too!

[@AngeliqueMJS]

Another stellar information video from you Katie…thank you, thank you, thank you…this is soooo helpful!

[@KapturedbyKit]

Thank you so much for this video. It really helped me and I’m going to be using it for my channel!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ I even took notes ☺️

[@the-creativenomad]

Such incredible tips 😍 Always dropping gold Katie x

[@nadinek6693]

Helpful information. Thanks!

[@marketingbyshelby]

I love this topic. It's something I've really been thinking about and exploring lately. Thanks for your thoughts

[@JayneNicoletti]

Katie with the gold!!! Thank you!

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

Hello from Gatlinburg TN Smoky Mountains Park...It took me a while to realize that people watch because of not only the Smokies but ME .. People ask for pics all the time too ..it's very flattering too! 🌄🏞️

[@Beautysupplyinsider]

lol , when you mentioned sharing weaknesses I was like damn I don’t want to share some things and I was there debating till you said don’t air your dirty laundry…. Phew 😮‍💨 thank you for including that I was about to go all in and make a fool of myself. So authenticity is key , but boundaries

[@ALPHAGLAM]

Thank you so much for this content. I have been struggling with building a community on my channel and this video helps so much. Thank you🥰🥰🥰

[@Itsavabanks]

So happy I found you! It is so hard to just stay in a niche when you as a person is so complex. Great tips ✨✨✨Following

[@sashauntethered]

WOW this video was sooooo helpful. Thank you so so much 💖

[@ChantelleArts]

this is so good, fascinating ☺☺

[@kethecreator]

This video came just in time! 😊

[@DoggyU]

Love this! I'm currently transitioning from "how to" dog training tutorials to raising my own puppy and videoing that process. Great tips! (and then once they're there for me, more vanlife content 😂)

[@DarzRojas]

Thank you Katie, you share some really great, actionable tips here. I'm about to do some brainstorming and scheduling to improve my future videos!!

[@Savour_the_Moments]

Katie. You advice is gold !!

[@MoneyMadeMagic]

Love your videos .. I love watching how you use different camera angles .. and its just like we are having a coffee with you .. id love to incorporate that style into my videos

[@kvpantojaj]

This video is awesome 😊. Thank u very much ❤

[@serenitywellness4]

I was wondering how to do this and your video popped up thank you for all the valuable content you provide!

[@classicaljg]

A Katie video on a Friday? My brain is fried! 😅 Good timing though, as I have been feeling depressed and dejected about KZbin and looking for inspiration all afternoon, so thank you!

[@heyitshaliyo]

stay strong 💪🏼

[@katie]

Haha I know! I had an extra one for this week 🫶🏻 hope you can get the inspiration you need to feel better again!

[@classicaljg]

@@katiethank you! :)

[@classicaljg]

@@heyitshaliyothank you! :)

[@DoreenBender]

Katie your video today was so helpful. It's great that we can learn from your experience about being a content creator. I've had a channel for a year now and it's been slow going but I'm in it to win. I have gotten a clearer understanding on how to build my channel from watching your videos. I've learned to spend more time planning. Which for me can seem counter intuitive. I tend to want to rush in and do, do, do. My Niche is hosting special occasions, holidays, everyday meals. Seasonal and holiday home decor. Working with food I'm learning how taking my time to plan and prep makes my recording more fruitful and efficient. Anyway, I really enjoy your videos.

[@alwaysaik]

I loved the advice around having a story and an origin - and even though I have only been watching you for about 1-2 years Katie, I feel like because you share your story so well, it feels like I have been along for the whole journey - such a valuable video for any new vloggers 📷💓🪩

[@jessiestenerson]

LOTS of good advice!!! Taking notes 📝

[@traveller_4711]

Your videos just get better and better ❤

[@LeonsVlogsx]

Absolutely love your videos Katie! The way you go over everything and are so open and fluid about your journey is inspiring! Keep it up 😁

[@Itsavabanks]

Girl yes! Creative freedom is what I am enjoying on Facebook and TikTok. I am into travel and photography I am updating my KZbin as well. Social media is work but it is fun. 🤩 You are speaking my language. Following

[@bobbinwithbrittany]

This video helped me get some videos posted after a couple months off. I have horrible hormonal acne, that at this point can't be fixed without medication I don't want to take. If the audience really enjoys me, they won't only see the flaws. Sure enough, the first comment I got was very kind and heartwarming. Thanks!

[@TheaJean_legacy]

I never thought about this. I’m so intrigued ❤😊. Thanks for sharing!

[@imallierambles]

I've got my pen and notebook out. Gonna right down all this gold standard advice and impliment it in my next video. 📓🖋

[@therealNicholeA]

Yes! Already planning a rewrite with my notebook. Felt like I attended a master class!

[@KatRayL2]

Slowly but surely... Getting there ✨👏🏽👍🏼

[@KsenyaSawGhost]

Thank you for video! Saw it in a right time ❤

[@therealNicholeA]

Ahhh!!! Fantastic video, topic, and tips! Yes, I am a(n) (aspiring) content creator and, yes, I want the freedom that comes from me "being my own niche." But I admit that has led to slow growth and at times, negative growth, I suspect when people don't consistently get what they thought they were going to from being super niched in one area. So I will be watching this at LEAST 3 more times, taking notes, and implementing your strategies. Thank you, Katie!

[@domynique]

You are actually a genius. Everything you share is Sooo juicy with impact while having a cohesive flow.

[@xJuliettex]

This actually makes so much sense. Lightbulb moment! I have a gaming channel and I've been thinking I need to niche down but... it me! The niche IS ME! You're so right. Thank you for the new perspective 💜

[@aileenieweenie]

I am a HUGE fan! 40 plus listening to your knowledge is so refreshing. much love!

[@therealNicholeA]

40+! 🙌 She has the best tips!

[@Delighfullyplantbased]

Love The plant based cooking interest! Treat to have two of you to watch this week.

[@OliviaLovejoy]

Excellent! Another super helpful video. Thank you!

[@SamanthaKavuma]

You ate those transitions

[@heyitshaliyo]

for real! she did so good

[@katie]

Thanks guys!! I tried really hard so that means a lot 🥰🥹

[@RoseOakwood]

Honestly now Im in stage when watching your video because I love your vibe

[@claireedgley7897]

The beauty of those reflective shots with your coffee machine at the beginning. 😍

[@tarasdiary]

2 uploads in 1 week? you're spoiling us katie! 😍

[@MarLindaPerez-s1i]

Hi Katie, I click on your channel because you have "straight to the point" simple thumbnails, that's my kinda thing, easy to see who it is and what they are going to tell me. Then, I watch your videos because your information is valuable to what I want to know, it appears honest, straight forward, to the point without a lot of yakking of irrelevant content and you speak at a normal to faster pace and don't appear to be dragging it on just to get me to listen longer. I'm 60, don't have a long attention span or time to waste on a lot of personal info that is not relevant to the point. KUDDOS TO YOU! I LIKE YOUR STYLE. And that is why I binge watch your videos:)🥰

[@haywardandlove]

Love these videos. Very 90s rom-com energy and aesthetic. not to mention the info is great!

[@katie]

Thank you!! I was kinda going for that vibe 🫶🏻

[@findingmybalance8456]

Thanks for the video ❤

[@TaylorJowers]

Loved this!! Thank you so much! Will have this one on repeat!! Do you have any advice for feeling stuck with ideas??

[@mattspadesoundandvision]

Thank you! I needed to hear this. I hit a slump and this was key in getting me over it.

[@missmeagan8117]

I’ve never been this early for a Katie video! I’m so here for it!

[@ambissionmentality]

Thank you for the insight! I’m FINALLY breaking out and starting up my channel and business and really needed this!

[@Beautysupplyinsider]

You got this, I grew this channel as a business channel and now I want to grow a personal brand/ journey

[@jupitersplans]

this is exactly what i needed to hear! 😸

[@SmokyMountainBlessed]

we are mostly the sidekicks showing everyone around the smoky mountains, thanks for the tips

[@monicatorres6688]

Great video!

[@MotifMusicStudios]

I needed this today. Sometimes I am a bit nervous to 'waste peoples' time so then I short change myself a bit as keep making the videos really short and only highlighting the music I play. Thanks for the thoughts here.

[@MotifMusicStudios]

"Main character Energy" - love that thought and statement!

[@MotifMusicStudios]

oooh. "Bestie" energy. Love it and that reminder of bringing value to your audience.

[@HanselWorship]

Oh my Goodness☺️✨. I LOVE THE BACKGROUND MUSIC AT THE 2 MINUTES IN THE VIDEO 😀😀😀

[@DiakaMelendez]

Love it! I am wondering in my videos how much to be main character while delivering content.

[@johnclay7644]

informative video

[@HammerheadsGallery]

this is super helpful info! thank you!

[@thehappyhomemaker2]

I have a tiny channel and love homemaking and cooking! Growth is a struggle - but I’m persevering.

[@ailo.lofimusic]

You've just confirmed that I need to make an additional KZbin channel that provides more value to people who are just starting out making music and uploading it to YT. My partner and I created this channel to make original lofi music, but I think the community would benefit a lot more from education in that area. How to grow a lofi channel, the creative and organizational process behind it, how to create the art, what programs to use to create the beats, etc. Thank you for uploading this video and inspiring us!

[@feverishchic]

Exactly!

[@emmacolseynicholls1]

This was so good and helpful, i really love your style of filming. Im currently working on trying to incorporate more than just being a talking head which are what most of my videos are. Could you do a video on how you map out what B roll to create how you script or decide on different scents/shots/angle for you video to keep it super interesting and engaging.

[@MariannesStudio]

​ Hey @katie great news: I've finished my edit, come back, watched the video like twice already, and now I'm sitting down to write notes on my third watch. Your tips on reframing content from a you perspective are feeling really relevant and applicable! I want my art channel to reach people but it's tough not to make every video say like "I made this. Isn't it neat?" 😅 plus I really don't want to be an educational/tutorial channel, so that's quite the conundrum at times haha. Thanks for the great tips as always xx

[@PamWallsGameDesign]

Just wanted to say I love your videos, and your fashion sense! Taking notes for next time I go clothes shopping 😆

[@katie]

aw thank you, you're too sweet! 🥹