How Smart Creators Will Grow An Audience From Zero In 2025

[@vihodanyet]

If the unwashed masses now start to develop their taste (which is already been happening), then taste simply shifts even faster. What is good taste today is based on the trends of the day. But the more people (inevitably) copy those trends, the more the velocity increases, and thus trends and taste shifts even more rapidly.. I don’t know where this goes tbh

[@mikeyposada]

I disagree that taste is based on trends of the day. That is definetly a common pattern we see amongst most people because we live in a "never ending now"... constantly consuming content that was made in the last 24hrs or at best the last 10 years... So naturally people will create things that look similar. But thats on us as consumers/creatives to be RUTHLESS with how we curate our inputs. We literally have access to the best things ever made at the click of a finger. We could read Plato, Dostoevsky.... watch films by wes anderson, francis copolla.... listen to classics, study how Alexander the great or andrew carnegie rose to power... But no... we just consume more yt videos on how to make $10k mo instead... we just listen to the new drake album, the new netflix special. If you want better taste, you need better inputs. Garbage in = garbage out. Not to mention that all of that information is being filtered through your psyche which is by default 1 of 1... 2 people could try to copy a painting by Picasso but come up ith 2 different paintings.

[@vihodanyet]

@@mikeyposada the thing is, Plato, Dostoevsky, Anderson, Coppola etc were names known really by only the people that had a strong interest in that field subject. Now because of the vitality of media content, everyone is desperate to signal to the world how cultured and tasteful they are. But when being cultured and tasteful becomes as simple as a 1-2-3 formula to follow, being “cultured” and “tasteful” loses its original meaning. I think the real taste-making and culture is then developed offline in silos of people disconnected from mass online media. A great example of what most people consider to be “culture” and “tasteful” today is a brand like Aime Leon Dore. But this is laughable to anyone who was developing moodboards on Tumblr in 2010-2014, as they saw how ALD was just a copycat brand that was already building on top of an aesthetic that was being curated in somewhat large silos on tumblr, but of course Tumblr had a much smaller audience than Instagram, X or KZbin of today so the history of these things is ignored. I think my point is that: a) taste IS something that can learned (although some genetic personality types will be more attuned to ‘beauty’/good design) b) taste is being developed at a much faster pace because the ontology of culture and design in general is being consumed by a much large audience than ever before. c) virality is massively shortening the life cycles of design sub-cultures. ALD and similar looking brands will soon enough be really uncool the same way people currently look at Off-White as corny. So it’s interesting to see how subcultures of aesthetic are developing design-wise.

[@vihodanyet]

@@mikeyposada I wrote a really long reply, but it seems to be deleted by KZbin.. no idea why :(

[@lolaololade]

as a 'creator' who has been stuck on the 'how do i be more authentic?' question for YEARS you really just opened my eyes with this video!

[@mikeyposada]

Hell yeah :) that makes me super happy to hear :)

[@realdadvswild]

It was no coincidence that your audio was messed up on the more professional first-take of this video. You were meant to deliver a raw and authentic explanation of this topic. Really good stuff.

[@mikeyposada]

hahaha forreal. Thank you

[@screechowlery]

This was so cool. I love these types of videos and the critical thinking that comes with them. Thank you for sharing! Cheers

[@gainwithmike]

Bro, I saw this video the other day but wasn’t logged into KZbin and I’ve been searching for this video for HOURS! I’m so glad I found it again, subbing and keeping in my watch later playlist 😂

[@mikeyposada]

Hahah amazing ❤️ thank you for the sub

[@Samuelburgessofficial]

Hey Mikey, appreciate this, 100% makes sense and I get what you’re saying here. I’ve been in a different mode recently, feeling like there way too much noise online and I don’t want to compete in that manner, because its unauthentic and not me. Understanding my own way, a simpler way since detoxing from social media has really helped. Very freeing experience. God bless man, best new year to you.

[@mikeyposada]

10000% another reason authenticity is so important is that people quit everyday! So it’s really a last man standing kind of game. The only way you stay in the arena is if you live what you do, and how you do that is being authentic, experimenting, not always playing the “tips, tricks, hacks” game

[@Samuelburgessofficial]

@mikeyposada Couldn’t agree more, bang on man!

[@FearNothingFeelEverything]

Feel this 100 percent

[@earthywriter]

You somehow managed to rephrase this concept of "taste" for me in a way that really resonated on a deeper level. Thank You!!

[@mikeyposada]

That’s awesome. I’m glad this formed a new connection in your brain!! I hope it continues to serve you ❤️

[@AndreBotelhoo]

Amazing point of view man! I think you are right, now that I look at it those who are themselves eventualy blow up without trying too hard... Best of luck with your channel and keep it uo 😁🙌

[@stefanberg2157]

✌🏼Cheers from the Netherlands! Thanks for the video, (personal) branding & synthesizing & communities, some things to focus on for the couple of years

[@mikeyposada]

Indeed!! Glad this resonated with you Stefan 🫡

[@manterbad]

nah this is a great insight, never viewed marketing and branding from that pov

[@mikeyposada]

food for thought 💭 how can we be more authentic? More unapologetically ourselves?

[@JJ.Connolly]

Well made Mikey!! Great way to push through when a video didn't work the first time. Keep it up, I'm looking to explode in 2025 as well. I just subscribed to you legend!

[@mikeyposada]

Thanks man! 🙏🏽 Glad the message connected with you

[@lauraceciliakraft]

Yesss yess yessss!! Thank you for this video!

[@Zay-cq6sc]

Nice video man and great thumbnail. It's nice seeing so many creative taking that leap and not just consume content from the great but implementing those lessons from them as well. Good luck bro.

[@mikeyposada]

Hell yeah! Gotta observe the best and then take action. Most of us already have all the knowledge we need

[@jalberti9050]

Awesome, this video encouraged me to start creating content. Brazil is watching you brother! Thanks for the video.

[@mikeyposada]

Brassiiiiiiiiiiiilll🇧🇷 Happy to hear it man. Love your country and your people.

[@PaulinaEmber]

It's crazy to think how social media is becoming a level-playing field, great times are coming! I'm new to KZbin, so gonna keep going

[@mikeyposada]

hell yeah, good luck 🫡

[@alexandercross4142]

this is one of the top 2025 marketing videos

[@v3l877]

I just wanted to say, i really really appreciate the effort you put in your videos and content!! keep being yourself and your amanzing work

[@jayjohnsonfsf7504]

Stumbled across this vid and absolutely love it man! just subscribed.

[@mikeyposada]

Thanks for the sub brotha 🤙🏽❤️

[@DorkaandLajos]

You gave me such a lightbulb moment. You have taste.

[@mikeyposada]

amazing, thank you 🧘🏻‍♂️

[@kavinkacreates]

YES! Finally a good video about taste!

[@mikeyposada]

glad this resonated with you 🧘🏻‍♂️

[@vishi_0p]

Great Video! Gave me the clarity on what's next for me as a "creator"

[@mikeyposada]

fire, glad to hear it man

[@nikhil_kulk]

Appreciate the discussion shifting more towards taste as I feel that like you said, have become distrustful of brands and require authentic content. I feel like that also plays a role in making sure your thumbnails tell a story and not created click bait just for the sake because then the distrust grows further and further. Would like to see what your editing style is like that you ended up scrapping for the talking head! do you have a video that you've already posted that your most proud of for your shot choices?

[@mikeyposada]

1000% brother. I think the closest thing would be my "Dear YT, F*ck your algorithm" video. More cinematic, etc. But tbh i don't even know if thats authentic to me... im more of a writer/ideas person than visually driven.... I do love editing though and spend energy into that.

[@ebayposhman]

This was amazing! Appreciate u !

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you!

[@DanielAruaofficial]

Best content I’ve seen this month

[@mikeyposada]

thank you man ! 🤙🏽

[@lauritee]

That's a great way of thinking in terms of branding and could not agree more!

[@mikeyposada]

Hell yeah, humanity / authenticity / true creativity. That’s what will cut through noise

[@EmilioKelly1]

Yeah man this is spot on, and why AB blew up in the UK

[@mikeyposada]

yuuup! glad the message is connecting

[@grayson.creates]

This is awesome man. Great work.

[@mikeyposada]

Appreciate you 🙏🏽

[@antonio-urbanculture]

Taste is a ( precious) skill. Brilliant topic! Keep talking videos on, ok? Cheers from this side of the Atlantic Ocean 🌊 Western European Coastal

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you, will do 🤌🏽

[@hueyzworld]

In the last 35 seconds of the video you went against the whole point of this video. You referenced Daniel Dalen and how he’s showing instead of telling, and you showed that through the entire video then proceeded to tell us/sell to us in the end. At least that’s what it felt like on the consumer side. You’re providing value by making these type of videos and people can sense that and they’ll continue to return if they feel they’re getting value, but you don’t need to tell us you’re proving value. In no way is this a comment to bash you, felt you made good points and I can tell it’s something you’re currently learning and processing yourself, but “show and don’t tell” keep that at your for front. The people with a high taste level know how to do this best. Love bro, keep going 🏁

[@fet0logy]

Love your videos. Such an amazing topic and piece of content. It's a week maker when you drop

[@mikeyposada]

Your feedback and support every video is everything ❤️ thank you

[@wealth6083]

when he said humanity it was epic !

[@mikeyposada]

hahah gotta pause for emphasis! Glad this resonated with you

[@celinnesu]

Well done!! This is amazing! 🎉 you’ve inspired me☺️

[@mikeyposada]

glad to hear it

[@YaraMel]

So well said!! Thanks for sharing

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you ❤️ glad this resonated with you

[@rogerwitte.]

Great video man!

[@AlexasArtofLiving]

My videos are raw, mostly unedited but I know I provide value and education. I don’t have time or the resources (at this moment) to create something with my “aesthetic” and I know I can be more creative with camera angles, editing, etc. but at this point, the creativity is in story telling mixed with life advice. I say this because I know there are people out there like me who are perfectionists but honestly, make what fits into your lifestyle and that will be quite authentic. ❤

[@mikeyposada]

1000% your unique constraints are an element of what makes your content/brand/message authentic

[@CastleHassall]

just be yourself man.. not what you think others will think looks&sounds cool

[@JordanHile]

Rad! Thanks for the content, you’ve just gained another follow - 👋 from Perth, Australia

[@mikeyposada]

Appreciate you bro welcome 🙏🏽 🦘 I hope these videos serve you and make you think

[@TeenF1]

This video is top tier quality 🔥🔥

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you 🙏🏽❤️

[@LATrust-rq7rh]

The message is clear bro

[@mikeyposada]

🫡

[@KBfitnesss]

LOVED THIS VIDEO ur spot on

[@mattjohnson9170]

❤🎉 Phenomenal video! 👏 👏

[@Samariferrari]

Fire video

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you 🧘🏻‍♂️❤️

[@thesaintpod]

love this take. keep going!

[@mikeyposada]

Appreciate you bro! 🙏🏽

[@josh1992lanky]

Excellent as always

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you Josh 🧙🏼‍♂️❤️

[@benokiii]

This is soooo gooood! 🔥🔥🔥

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you brother 🤌🏽❤️

[@SinnerToWinner]

Cool video mate. You in LA?

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you! No sir, just have some family there

[@alexjoh13]

Coudn´t agree more! Working on this now

[@CTRLCAFE]

Im glad I stopped by. I fully agree with your view on taste/humanity and am so happy to hear confirmation 💪 subd

[@mikeyposada]

Thank you for the support brotha ❤️

[@Samuelpokrivcak]

Great value!

[@peblopablo]

Cool video. Do you have any recommnedations for affordable video camera? Your video is crisp

[@mikeyposada]

I film on a Sony fx30, but started off on my Iphone11! You can go a really long way with anything as long as you understand Lighting + color grading

[@christianBSN]

love your video. def would love your input on how to improve my channel

[@rizzaheer]

Banger

[@mikeyposada]

Yeeeeeeaaah 🤌🏽

[@cristian.istrate]

You have a Windows background image on an iMac. Who else have noticed this? :))

[@educateQ]

It was sharing a really great idea this video.And as you were saying about creators and how will they grow their audience I would like to ask you something how to start what to do.Everyone is saying so you need to create content make funnel make money.I don´t care about money I just want to create creative or good looking videos but don´t know how I mean I got some ideas for script but have absolutly no idea how to make the video by the visual site.How to shoot my footage where to put camera what angle.I have like no idea about this and literally no youtuber does teach this they just tell me the rule of thirds and that is everything but the footage still looks wrong.Can you actually help me?

[@aarush5925]

Love this but being a beginner, how to actually get better taste

[@mikeyposada]

Expose yourself to the best things humans have done. Less KZbin, more books, more art museums, more movies, music videos. Why read Ryan holiday, when you can read Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca? That kind of thinking. Study the best. Flood your mind with images, music, ideas that are GREAT and your output will naturally be great. Think more about removing garbage than adding “great” things though. Your brain can only process so much information, remove remove remove. Thus, giving your brain the opportunity to synthesize the things that matter to you. That’s the game.

[@aarush5925]

@mikeyposada Got it, Thank You so much it means alot 😊👍

[@patrickblake5788]

Who’s the guy who says ‘because it’s sick’ near the start? Please help and thank you.

[@mikeyposada]

that's george heaton founder of the clothing brand represent clo

[@subhaabhisekbiswal3536]

font name please

[@mikeyposada]

I make a video about developing your own taste and the first question you ask is how you can replicate the font I use? 😂😂 It’s helvetica, with less space between letters.

[@subhaabhisekbiswal3536]

I am just a newbie who knows nothing about editing ..would definitely find my own style in future brother ❤

[@anansue]

@@subhaabhisekbiswal3536when in doubt, use Helvetica, always works😊

[@mikeyposada]

@@subhaabhisekbiswal3536happy to hear it bro. No judgement at all. Copying other ppl is a great way to start building skills in the beginning!

[@YouTubeOver40]

@@subhaabhisekbiswal3536I think it would have been more respectful to show some appreciation for the video if you appreciated it, rather than ‘font name please’

[@youbian]

Add unnecessary subtitles. You’ll get a million subscribers overnight.

[@MonkeyStudio911]

Hey Mikey, I want to upgrade your thumbnail game. Can we have a chat?

[@abdulsamad.abd007]

mikey, would love to be able to talk to you by chat.

[@mikeyposada]

Reach out on IG :)

[@goshadolgun]

lol

[@mikeyposada]

Imitation is the highest form of flattery, what can I say? 🤷🏽‍♂️ Rocking with your content bro 🤙🏽

[@craziestuffy3703]

Try not to be so smug and condescending

[@user-mg9sb4db8f]

I hope you grow

[@mikeyposada]

hahahah okay will try 🤞