Blog vs YouTube vs Podcast: What should you start?

[@gillianzperkins]

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[@dsakurai]

I've been debating between starting a blog or a KZbin channel and I've dabbled in both for a few months now. What I found is that I have serious anxiety issues when it comes to showing up on camera and a blog seems more doable in terms of consistency for me. I don't think I am capable of creating good videos despite having ideas of what to talk about because scripting, recording and editing is a steep learning curve for me and I haven't overcome that hill yet. With KZbin, I deal with: 1. Anxiety 2. Resources(videos, images and music) + computer's ability 3. Editing(watching myself is not easy and going over the nuances of the video is fairly challenging) With blogging, I deal with: 1. Basic blogging learning curves like getting a domain(done), a theme(done), email collection(not done). 2. Depth of content(which I prefer over KZbin because of my fickle nature - I can go deeper and edit on the go even when the article has been published) 3. Website technicalities(I learned so much about genesis and child themes which was pretty easy) I am leaning towards a blog, currently because I feel that it gives me more freedom to create content because I can remove myself as in my image from the equation. I hope 2020 will be a good year for my blog!

[@yassinlwest6258]

Hey! How did it go?

[@Gong14921]

How's it going with your blog?

[@chasmadden5198]

Update?

[@marina_manda]

I just started my channel and am getting ready to post my 2nd video. I’m super happy with results so far with even just 1 video and I’m super grateful for all the information you’ve provided to help in this journey Gillian!!! Thank you!!

[@carolecarlson2569]

There is a whole subset of folks that would not be able to get much out of a podcast without a transcript: those of us that don't process verbal information as well as visual information, people who are hearing impaired. I recommend providing transcripts if you are planning to do a podcast, or at the very least a list of important takeaways. I've actually ended up looking up things brought up in a podcast on youtube or just a google search b/c I was interested in it but was not able to process what they were about it, and needed to about it to understand it. That's why I so appreciate the content in Start Up Society, b/c it gives both.

[@johnallred3124]

I’m really enjoying you branch out, Gillian, get out of your office, connect with other KZbinrs, and become more relaxed. Can’t wait to see what another year brings!

[@stephaniejames4209]

Oh thank you for this. I remember Pat Flynn from 2009 way back when ehow offered the writer's compensation program. I then followed his website in 2010. I have read various blog posts over the years from his site. Thank you for this.

[@laurasilvester8272]

Thank you! I am in both blogging school and your KZbin school and trying to decide which to pursue first so this is very helpful

[@ContempoCoding]

I'm setting up a home office soon and am so excited to finally have a quiet private space to start my channel. I already have 50 ideas for topics in my niche and am planning 10-15 min videos. I think I'm going to batch record. I can't wait to bring my unique to the platform.

[@nancy9249]

I love the line ‘“You got to be a disaster at first.”. Thank - you!

[@brycegodfrey388]

That stood out to me too

[@iamjazmierajanayy]

Whoever came up with the idea to get the following two together is a PURE GENIUS! I’m a NEW KZbinR (1 week in), a blogger, self published author, soon to be podcaster & soon to be motivational speaker! Just waiting on the moment when I can walk into all three of my part time jobs that provide me with income right now & say “So long, I’m on my way to being financially free and finally revealing my purpose in this world” 🙌🏽🙏🏽❤️

[@airforcedad4529]

Love this video always wondered which is better and today I got my answer depends on what you like or don't like. As for me I never thought of doing a KZbin channel my face is not meant for TV or in this case youtube, always loved the idea blogging and just recently thought about podcasting I have a few podcasts I follow and was always fascinated about doing one. I have no dates yet but definitely will be a news resolution with a deadline.

[@danimordecai7611]

Lovely insightful vid Gillian & to be interviewing Pat!! Woot woot. 😁Love you both as you've both coached me to get the courage to start an online business. This year I'm now keen to get a podcast up n live using all of your wonderful tips explained in the vid. Thus far... I'm the apprentice today and in the future I too hope to be the master..but its about STARTING and keep going with little steps. Looking fwd to tuning into your very cool podcast Gillian. It's been brilliant to watch you grow. Yay!! 😍

[@franklintvebay]

Just started my KZbin channel about 4 weeks ago and I’m 9 videos in ..I am an online clothing reseller. Gillian was a big influence on me. Pat is great to and I’m in the process of watching some of his videos. Thank you both for all the great content.

[@SofieSabina]

Dropping some awesome value right there! Great to see you guys doing a video together and giving us some great advice on this topic. Keep rockin'!

[@cathyl3526]

I love how chill you are in this video.

[@MotherMuse]

Excited for this video! I’ve had a blog that I stopped posting to, the KZbin channel for several years, and am preparing to start my business soon... Podcasts, I think they are very cool, but I can wait! Thanks so much for sharing this Gillian (and Pat!) 💕💕xo

[@ColinaKho]

Agree. Especially for a begginer like me. I just started my channel and uploaded my first video :)

[@gabriellesmith7642]

Very thorough, and helpful, comparison of the mediums. Gave me things to think about that I hadn't previously.

[@gingerunboxed7510]

Such a great video! I will be checking out how to start a podcast next! I just started my channel here on KZbin a few months ago, so I will wait a bit, but definitely something worth looking into. Thanks for sharing!

[@angelabarnard8029]

This was super helpful. Thank you for creating it!!! Love hearing from Pat and so happy to see him here.

[@christopher27531]

Thanks Gillian and your guest; nice insights and conversation. I am in the beginning stage with my KZbin adventure which ranges from informative videos (how to change a mower blade) to sights around town. I watch your videos to get your perspective on what works best. Thanks agsin.

[@jprast81]

Loved this video! I hate being on any kind of camera. Super shy unless I am around specific ppl then I am out spoken super fun. So they are like you shy no way. I feel like I am 2 different ppl at times. Thank again for sharing super awesome. 💜🤗

[@ashleighdouglas4537]

This was a very informative video. I’ve been struggling with this decision for some time, and I feel like I’ve gotten clarity on my choice. Thanks

[@brandiminch403]

This is very helpful. I have been thinking of starting a blog for years now, but in the world of YT and podcasts idk .... still indecisive.

[@TimRoseOfficial]

I love how you split up the Pat Flynn content into multiple parts Gillian! Great vid! 🤓

[@Blieugab]

Thinking about the podcast on sales and marketing, perhaps i'll look it up soon! Thanks for the great collab

[@ansoniagibbs4163]

I’ve been doing some research on Podcasting for a workshop I have to present, and having to want to push myself I happened on your video. I actually watched “Passive Income” while I was on Temporary Employment Hiatus (my term for Unemployed) 3 years ago. When I was Seeking to transition into something else; career wise. Good to see this now as it has ignited something in me. Oh by the way I did get a new job, but it is just paying the bills...no satisfaction just survival.

[@WendyLitteral]

I know you're only really supposed to focus on one at a time, but now that I know how to run my YT channel, I'm starting to look into relaunching my CreationDepot podcast as well. It seems like a lot of content management, but now that I know how to batch content, it will still busy, but reasonable. My biggest hurdle right now is getting my audience together, and I think these are the two platforms I need to focus on to accomplish that.

[@munamust8186]

Omg. Thank you so much for this video. I was getting super overwhelmed trying to figure out all the different platforms I need to start. I already have a KZbin channel so you’ve just helped me decide to keep the focus on KZbin and start working on podcasts in the near future. Super helpful. One follow up question: What about starting online (paid) courses? Where does that fall into the mix? Would you say start it now or after I have a certain number of subscribers? What’s the recommended roll out?

[@CleverDoughKids]

Loving the podcast suggestion!!! 🥰💖🤗 Especially the tip that there is a lot less competition for podcasts and longer listener retention, as well as authority building opportunity! Another great video Gillian! Thank-you!!!💖💖💖

[@celestineasumah4511]

Thank you two dearly, you have really helped me. Gillian you are great!!!

[@rachel9945]

Just what I’ve been wondering lately! thanks for the helpful information and advice! 😁

[@brobearstalk9712]

Great content Gillian, just starting with podcasting ourselves, this was really useful and insightful!

[@aboutbusinessknowledge5675]

Thanks for this video. I was about to request that you talk about and show us how to start a podcast as I have been considering starting podcast before a youtube channel for a while now.

[@cryse_rox]

It seems like you’ve made some changes to your channel. I love seeing your personality shine through. I literally LOLed at the iTune vs iToons bit

[@EvolvingwithEtta]

Totally loved this. I started my podcast on Soreaker, not any traction there. Who do you recommend as a great podcast host. I've been seeing a lot about Buzzsprout 🤷🏽‍♀️ Thank you.

[@rachdupree]

Personally, I believe that filming the podcast is VERY beneficial because I'm on KZbin many hours of the day and love the binge watch things at night. So I would much rather watch and listen to the podcast on KZbin, than sit in my bed and listen to a podcast. Plus I'm a visual person. I love to watch while listening to see expressions etc. I think you can grow both platforms (podcast channel and KZbin channel) so much faster by cross promoting the video & audio so much more too. I see the points you brought up in this video but I just never go onto apple podcast apps because I'm at home with my kids all day and rarely ever leave the house, although I could walk around with it on my phone just not as accessible for me.

[@facecacheedumlm]

I want to do both ! Filming myself when recording and put on KZbin. Will see what's happen in the future

[@foxruneec]

So much to do... thanks for the info!

[@Simply.Mariela]

i've been a long time fan of Pat! when I first started I wanted to do a blog but after so much research I found it overwhelming so I started with a KZbin channel instead since it was easier to begin right away. Great video as always!!

[@Simply.Mariela]

@Greg Murray true

[@debij8313]

You don’t own it, but you can get people to your website/blog more quickly when they can see/hear/relate to you.

[@sureshprabakaran]

i started youtube channel since it was easy than blog to me and still running sucessfully Thanks for sharing!!

[@AwkwardlyDbeauty]

Always something interesting to learn thank you for sharing 🧡🧡🧡

[@ColinaKho]

Agree. Especially for a begginer like me :)

[@CODEMENTAL]

Great video! I think putting a podcast on KZbin is not a bad idea. I listen to a lot of KZbin videos when trying to sleep. I also like a couple of KZbin channels which are pretty much just podcasts on KZbin.

[@moonweaver]

So informative and helpful, per usual! Thank you!

[@facecacheedumlm]

Great content. What's about doing a podcast and filming myself at the same time to put on KZbin ? What do you think ?

[@raesunshine3575]

This is so helpful. Thanks guys!😊👍

[@itstartswiththedream]

This was so helpful1 I've done a bit of both but I want to be consistent for 2020! Ive been thinking about wich to focus on. i think podcast for me with a few youtube videos for when i need to show somethign visual

[@warrenr.johnson7990]

Good video. I found the audio difficult in the resonant room. When Pat turned his head to you, a word got dropped audibly. Individual mics would have been helpful.

[@GunesDemirel]

Wow, this is so relevant even after five years. Thanks.

[@gillianzperkins]

Thanks! Glad to hear that you still found it helpful!

[@Mommyvisions]

I just started a video cast. I wanted to show my face, but introvert and don't want to get fancy for camera. So, now I'm trying to see how I can just speak. Like voice-over

[@artjohnson01]

Great content. I stayed through the whole thing even though that audio was really bad. Jeez, if you can't get the boom mic closer, then use lavalier mics!

[@danyelleb2646]

Thank you! Podcast is my next move

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Hope it's going well now!

[@craftytraveler9238]

Thanks for the good info. I have started a blog, Another crafty traveler, and my youtube channel Crafty traveler. At least I started.

[@ColinaKho]

Me too. I just started my channel and uploaded my first video. Just start though :)

[@TaniasWritingRealm]

There's quite a few people now who are successful putting a podcast on KZbin. The Creative Penn is a good example. Has this changed now in the last year and it's more accepted? Or is it still the same thing, where it may not work as well.

[@deanatruppa5452]

I will listen to your channel as I'm driving.

[@josephinejacobs2159]

Can you do this collab again since Gillian Perkins now has a newer Podcast? Thanks

[@guitar_gary7960]

I’m going to start both within one month.

[@jeanmcfarland4449]

Which are the start-up costs for each approach? Thank you

[@Lulu-kt6gr]

What is his name/channel? Not sure why no link to his info...? Or am I missing it?

[@helenhart4368]

Where are the links to Pat’s stuff?

[@jamaicagermano]

Really needed this, thank you 🙌🏼

[@ashleycarnes6068]

When it comes to youtube... why do people choose to create videos on Instagram or Facebook in addition to their KZbin or even post different but related videos on the other platforms? Is it to drive people to their other platforms or is it a monetization thing? Like would u recommend some1 starting with Instagram or Facebook videos before going to KZbin? Say if your content was beauty or fashion or travel related?

[@michaeldobbs7577]

I am starting a travel blog and podcast about digital nomad, I wasn’t sure if I should have a separate channel for my travel blog and my zoom video podcast? I was going to post them on the same channel but I am worried about the KZbin algorithmAnd not sure if it will hurt my views if I put both my video podcast on the same channel as my travel blog, do you have any thoughts on that?

[@aboutbusinessknowledge5675]

Gillian, please, provide the link to "how to start a podcast" video. Thanks and have a great day.

[@april561]

I'd listen to your podcast Gillian. :)

[@xyzct]

What audio filter are you using? 1920 Radio?

[@Payersman]

I have my own KZbin channel and my own blog and I will like to startup my own podcast! What is best hosting service solutions for free podcast creating on a iOS or iPadOS?

[@ColinaKho]

Thank you for this information, so useful. I just started my channel btw :)

[@OlgaPogozheva]

Good luck with it! 😉 Join the tribe! :)

[@marybethhenrypersonaldevel4178]

This was very helpful, thank you!!

[@Chantellemarketing]

amazing! I just started a podcast and a youtube I must be crazy starting both at the same time

[@OlgaPogozheva]

I'm not as brave as try that simultaneously :) KZbin is sooo enough for me! Though eveybody say I should get IG. But it already depresses me to even think that I have to put that IG on my plate, it's already SOO full. So I'm just putting it away till I'm having more time to dedicate to it 😞

[@Chantellemarketing]

@@OlgaPogozheva yeah I guess it pays off to work on one thing at a time love your channel BTW your doing great!

[@OlgaPogozheva]

@@Chantellemarketing aww, thanks so much!

[@installtekzdotcom9777]

The big problem with youtube is that your whole livelihood sits under Googles power to switch you off at any given moment. This may not seem like it could happen, but I wouldn't want to rely on an external force to keep food on the table

[@jellfree9858]

I went to start a podcast I'm chosen my topics but I really not to sure and I'm a introvert person

[@Diamond88keyz]

He is handsome and he is very interesting. Great video.

[@negosafamily10565]

I think you forgot to post Pat's links

[@sharonjohns1686]

There are a number of youtube channels that dont show their faces. It shows moving images or even picture onky. What makes those work....

[@Bby3y]

Notification gang here I'm also a small KZbinr hope to grow one day like Gillian

[@gillianzperkins]

Hope your channel grows quickly! :)

[@Bby3y]

@@gillianzperkins thank you

[@johnnyinchrist]

THANKS - from India - shud start a podcast as well

[@SummerBaby728]

Great info, but you got one thing wrong about audiences. I listen to podcasts on KZbin with a single slide up ALL the time, as do a lot of people. (Most Abraham Hicks videos are like that and they are wildly popular.) Of course no one is gonna sit there & watch a single slide like you said, but these days people often don’t sit and watch the video anyway. We have it on while driving, cleaning, showering, doing errands, etc. I often favor those kinds of videos, because I’m off the hook from having to stop everything else and watch my phone, and I can go about my day doing things while listening.

[@courtroomsandcrayons]

This was helpful. Thank you!

[@Diamond88keyz]

Perfect title!

[@ericotto314]

I love KZbin for my brand 🤘

[@landontheword]

a podcast would be good althought I am taking your You Tube program, Gillian

[@meckzibillion]

Subtitles would have crowned it all. 💥💥

[@lovesurfbunny]

New video YAY!

[@gillianzperkins]

🎉❤

[@lovesurfbunny]

@@gillianzperkins Thank you :)

[@inahmanalang3616]

Wow👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@CowpotePodcast62]

First of all if you're going to do this video maybe have a close to Mike and set up your voice echoing off the walls good sound is a must it's hard to listen to walls bouncing back and forth good luck

[@jbhann]

But what if a person wants to do a YT channel, but doesn’t want to show their face?

[@sohailahmarohomsalic4147]

That's fine. As long as you're creative in making your own content

[@inhale.exhale.2527]

that was like watching fish on helium and acid 😂

[@CraftyNeryda]

I started a blog, then KZbin , next comes podcast !

[@iloveshinyobjects]

I can barely just handle KZbin at the moment!

[@OlgaPogozheva]

Same here! Everyone tells me start IG as well and try out other things, but I'm already having too much on my plate. Sooo putting it away till I have more time!

[@iloveshinyobjects]

@@OlgaPogozheva Me too; I'm thinking of doing more youtube ads just to have more time for other parts of the biz & family.

[@zedexer]

Nice video but the audio needs work

[@RebootedMind]

Lapel mic?

[@Mummyslime]

I like you very much

[@hisnewlife3543]

Had a ministry blog for nine months with zero readers. I think blogs are dead, officially.

[@finanzieron]

Audio!!! 😟😟😟😟. So echoey!!! Uuugh!!

[@abdisamadadam288]

Pretty women can you contact me hehe

[@Payersman]

I have my own KZbin channel and my own blog and I will like to startup my own podcast! What is best hosting service solutions for free podcast creating on a iOS or iPadOS?