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[@RobtheMaritimer]

Do you feel like you've got nothing to say and therefore no idea what you'd make videos about on KZbin? Comment below with a little information about yourself and maybe we can try to figure it out 🙂

[@marijohanna3637]

I would've never thought of adding bloopers at the end. But it's genius, because I'm all smiles watching them 😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha awesome! :-)

[@schoolneverteach]

Luving the NGs a lot!

[@rickmann5227]

I love the bloopers!😂

[@MattsFishingEscapes]

I tried it... saw huge drop off of retention. They were bloody funny fishing bloopers

[@Chadlistentome]

I do the same unedited raw content as well. Learning to talk on camera is tough. I started by talking to myself. Then I started talking to my camera. Then I pressed record and just did it. I still have a long way to go, but my channel is growing well, and every day I’m getting better at it.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's fantastic! Good for you :-) Keep going, enjoy the process and have fun!! :-)

[@santanastasiasJewels138]

I prolonged starting my KZbin channels because I want to be perfect and look perfect on camera. I have a plethora of knowledge on several subjects. I took the plunge 2 days ago and posted my very first video. Today I am uploading my second video. with the 3rd,4th and 5th video following shortly after that. You are an inspiration. Thank-you for your consistent inspiring videos! You rock!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's fantastic, congratulations!! And good luck with your channel... it sounds like you've got the right attitude! Cheers :-)

[@itsjustspecial3231]

I'm definitely over 40 - in fact I am 80 and thinking about it! I think your good advice still applies to me. Why not? Double the wisdom! Final decision to be made soon perhaps. You have been a big help. Thanks.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Why not indeed! I talked to someone in here who's 94 and just starting their channel... age really doesn't matter... everyone has an audience waiting to hear from them :-)

[@MoroccanReflections]

A content creator once said, "What's boring to you, might be interesting for someone else."

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Absolutely agree :-)

[@solitudewithmichelle]

I'm very entertained with the bloopers 😂 It's authentic.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I'm glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

Hello Rob. This is brilliant. You come across as very authentic which I think viewers appreciate. I’m considering starting a YT channel. I’ve been doing some thinking about what topics to talk about. I’m Canadian living in Japan for going 15 years, so natural topics are my life and experiences here.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much for the kind works :-) Coming up with topics can be very challenging indeed! Good luck to you :-)

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

@@RobtheMaritimer Thanks!

[@thedistractedlearner]

@ShikokuFoodForest you should start! My boys want to visit Japan (nephews too) and anything that they could learn would be interesting.

[@GrowTubeOttawa]

I so appreciate the authenticity that you bring. Thank you and keep it coming.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much :-)

[@KyleErickson]

Fellow Halifax creator here 👋 Great video, and great points. One of the most important things I've learned with anything in life is it's okay to not be good at things when you start. Everyone starts somewhere, you're not going to be perfect, and I found on my own journey is that no one really cares if you're bad on camera (especially when you just start out). I went from "deer in the headlights" to being semi-comfortable on camera, but I still struggle myself with this, even after doing it full time for 2 years - but I do know I'm getting better over time and regardless of that, there's people who appreciate what I have to say. Don't let your perception of how things will be perceived or received get in the way from trying out new things and finding something new you enjoy.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Hello neighbour! Thank you for sharing and for your insights... much appreciated! Continued success to you! :-)

[@JacobBurchell]

Hey Rob, another great video! I recently hit a huge milestone on my channel… it’s now monetised! I remember wanting to start a KZbin channel and thinking exactly what you described, “who’s gonna watch my videos”, “what do I have to say that people would care about”, but amazingly I was wrong. One day I decided to film a video, post it, and just kept doing that until people found my channel. There is an audience for every channel. Just be consistent and provide value to people, and you will find your audience.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Hey congratulations! That's fantastic :-) And I agree with you 100%... Now that KZbin has identified your audience, just keep posting and your audience will grow! All the best :-)

[@MantrVani]

"Thank You for stopping by, Nice to meet you" These two lines really lit me up & made me smile. Loved you throughout the video. Thanks for sharing and creating this video. 🙏🌺

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much!

[@MaryaMaine]

Like you saud even though you have nothing to say people will still watch it because the just watch your video to hear you, and that's why I listenned to the entire video. Thanks Rob for being you. ❤

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much! Take care :-)

[@lilibetfellinger8641]

When one has nothing to say - perhaps one is in listening mode...to sounds of nature, to your inner self, the list is endless..poetry? A great topic you chose, acts like a springboard!😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching... I'm glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@TXplowgirl-v7f]

Thank you Rob for the encouragement. After watching you I decided to sat to heck with what people think about me and just do it and see what happens. I'm 60 years old and I have a very heavy southern accent that people have made fun of me for years for. This channel is just for fun and to watch different people. I started a new channel a few days ago. Learning all this tech stuff has been hard. It's taken 3 full days to just figure out how to make a logo and banner. But I'm getting there slowly. Hopefully things will get better as I go along. But it was watching your video on People over 40 that got me moving. Just wanted to say thank you for that video.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Congratulations on getting started! It will absolutely get easier and you will get better the more you work at it. There is a lot to it (banners, thumbnails, recording, editing, etc)... but if you enjoy it things will begin to come naturally after awhile. Best of luck to you!!

[@thedistractedlearner]

@TXplowgirl-v7f keep on keeping on! I'm in my 60th year too and from TX. Living in Ohio now. When I left TX to join the Navy, I would joke that people would deduct points from my IQ when they heard my southern accent - but it was really true. I worked to get rid of it but I'm proud of it now - and it gets stronger when I visit my family in the South. AND if it makes you feel better, I teach computer subjects and doing a logo, banner and deciding on a video editing software took me forever! So much to still learn. (Have you checked out Canva?)

[@BaldAndCurious]

Nice to meet you too!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching! :-)

[@Approaching60]

Great video! Really appreciate your encouragement and helpful suggestions.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much!

[@stanleybridge]

Thanks Rob!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching!

[@MikeGradyPDX]

Hey Rob! Fellow maritimer here bud! I was born in Summerside PEI, raised in Hamilton, but served in the Navy in Halifax and Victoria BC. I’m 61, living in Portland Oregon, and now a bilateral above knee amputee about to start my own channel. I really appreciate your solid down-home advice! You’ve got a new loyal subscriber!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Hello maritimer!! Good luck to you with your channel... sounds like you may have lots you could talk about! Cheers and take care :-)

[@40LOST]

Loved the intro! So funny😅 Great video,thanks for sharing😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching! I’m glad you liked it :-)

[@olak3423]

Rob! Your personality and helpfulness Keeps me watching 😂

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much for the kind words :-) Glad you liked it!

[@JournalingGemLife]

LOVE the bloopers❤😂

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha thanks! I have fun putting them together too :-)

[@snowbetterlifestyle]

been there done that :D - I am 60 - started a lifestyle channel for my weight loss journey and a few years ago started a tech channel I need to post too more often.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Sounds great! All the best to you, and thanks for watching :-)

[@seanpavlik_mentalhealth]

I loved the bloopers! I do the same thing in while making my videos!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha thanks! I think it's something most of us go through! Good luck to you :-)

[@GTifft1]

It’s the Seinfeld principle. A show much about nothing! Thank you. I hope to be up and running in the next month or so. I’ll tag you whenI am!💜

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome! Good luck to you :-)

[@TheViewFromMyTable]

🍃 Love it! Isn’t that interesting, mostly I watched the whole thing, as I’m sure lots of others will, just to see you being Real. It’s so refreshing and kind of comforting ~ *

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much for the kind words :-) All the best to you!

[@bobbyhunter8860]

Great stuff Rob!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you :-)

[@gospelmarketer]

Mission accomplished. You got me going! This video is incredible and just what I needed. Never thought about the fact that only a few (if any) eyes are on my first videos anyway 😅

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's great! I'm glad it resonated with you. Best of luck!

[@kstari]

Thanks for the encouragement. Your bloopers never fail to make me giggle. *Sits down* "Hi! My name's Rob. Thanks for stopping by!" *Gets up quickly and leaves* I was thinking that would be a funny in real life. Even talking about having nothing to talk about, which seemingly would be an easy topic, is still tough! haha

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha exactly!! It's STILL tough even with a title and one bullet point :-) And I like your idea... maybe I'll try that in the future... maybe Peanut just "carries the story" without me in it at all lol!

[@PamelaSimmonds]

You crack me up 😂 Still here til the end

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and take care :-)

[@alokmathur3794]

Thanks Rob. This was a big puzzle for me why I feel so awkward making KZbin videos.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Good luck to you!

[@wadesuhr]

I like that lamp in the background.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks! I've had it a long time... can't remember where I got it! :-)

[@NoBSGuideToWealth]

Forgetting things on my list! Yes!! I filmed a video 3 weeks ago and finally got to editing it. Early in the video I promised a free resource to viewers that I would reveal towards the end of the video - and I FORGOT to reveal it. So here I am 3 weeks later inserting new video footage (with different lighting and 3 weeks of longer hair). But I got it done and the video will publish on Sept 15. Whew!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Good for you on getting it done! Best of luck to you and your channel! :-)

[@mijmerdingen]

The note was so funny 😂 I do feel like I have nothing to say, and I also can't choose a topic to say that nothing about. I live in the Netherlands, love nature, have many hobbies, may have autism and ADHD, etc. Too many topics to choose from. (And on top of that, nothing to say 😂) So I haven't started yet 🤷‍♀️

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Best of luck to you if you do decide to start!! Cheers :-)

[@casnibeats]

This is great advice! Thank you

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I'm glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@jeffreyhofmeister3103]

Thank you for this presentation. Yes it is very true that everyone can tell a story (thought). Most us (the shy ones), those that do express themselves who get shut down because others don't want to hear what your thoughts are. Help close the door of expressing oneself. Now on the the idea of helping people talk to the camera(s). Placing a figure of a stuffed animal or some other type of a figure next to the camera will, help make it feel like you are actually talking to another person. Just a couple of thoughts.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's a good idea! Stuffed animal maybe behind the camera, or a photo of a friend... anything like that! Best of luck to you :-)

[@jplpagan]

Really interesting video. I like your approach.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you, so glad you liked it! :-)

[@audio.paisajes]

Really helpful Rob! Greetings! I'm Rub 😁

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@wallace870]

I dig your video. I subscribed 😊. I too want to start a KZbin channel, but, I fear, what I say may not be interesting…. wait, not true. I’m just afraid 😢to put myself out there. I found this (your) video, at the right time. I just turned 60 and am having a very interesting life & I have plenty to share! I’m just chicken “real talk” 😂. You’ve inspired me… I’m gonna do it! Thanks 😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's fantastic! Good luck to you and have fun with it!! :-)

[@carpediemwithLesli]

This is a great video!! Thanks!!!!! I have a little bit of confidence in really working on my channel after watching this video!! I hate what I look like and what I sound like BUT you have given me the confidence to continue doing it!!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

You've got this!! Best of luck with it and have fun!!

[@andrew930]

This helped me! You are inspiring me!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Fantastic! I'm glad it helped :-) Best of luck to you!! :-)

[@Mindfuljourneywithme111]

Think what helps at the beginning is there also barely anybody watches your videos so you can put anything out there and no one really sees it 😂 I found after 30 videos I still think no one wants to watch this, but I just put it out anyway and see what happens. Thanks for another great video!!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Yes there is some truth to that, particularly when you compare to the future when lots of people will be watching. Keep in mind also that youtube needs time to figure out who your audience is and each new video you post will do at least two things: 1) gives youtube more data to help them understand your audience (so they can serve your thumbnails up to the right people), and 2) gives You more time and practice to get better at making your videos and thumbnails. So it's a growth period for all involved! When growth does begin, you'll be more ready for it and it will be exponential. I hope that helps! Keep up the good work :-)

[@leapnlarry]

Hey Rob, my wife and I are turning 60 this year, and we are 5 years into our youtube journey. The problem we have is, we have too much content to put out, too many ideas, the problem is, choosing WHAT to share. We only have so much energy to script, film, edit, package, publish and promote. What we have learned is, create the package at the same time as the idea. Thats topic, title and thumbnail. If the package is not created well the video will suck. There is what you want to produce and there is what viewer and youtube want. Hopefully they are the same thing, but unlikely. Good luck, i am watching to see where this goes for you. Larry

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you for the support! there's definitely a line between what people want to make videos about and what people want to WATCH videos about. If your intention is to grow a channel and maybe turn it into a business, then you almost certainly need to focus on what your viewers want. If you want to make a channel as a vlog or journal of all the things you're interested in, perhaps for family or just for yourself, then that's totally fine too! Best of luck to you on your journey as well! :-)

[@MantrVani]

Well said​@@RobtheMaritimer

[@realpain84]

Good video.thanks for sharing this with us.😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked it :-)

[@olafmeier]

Hey Rob, great short video, who would have thought. I even subscribed today. I also love making videos but have not found my niche yet. I have a feeling that I'll be starting very soon myself..All the best to you Sir!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Don't worry too much about getting your niche exactly right... it can evolve over time as you take cues from your audience. Good luck to you!!

[@olafmeier]

@RobtheMaritimer thank you Rob. I believe you'd be someone I'd like to hang out with..similar age and interests.. Greetings from Phoenix AZ.

[@beautifullifesageg.3951]

Stuck around. 😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome!! I hope you enjoyed the content :-)

[@paulamcfall]

I love this

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome! Thanks for watching :-)

[@Lisa_Fyfe]

It does help to hear this. I get very self-conscious in front of the camera.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

You aren’t alone… it’s a feeling shared by many! Best of luck to you :-)

[@schoolneverteach]

Thank u for the nudge! If I do show face in my new channel, it w be thanks to you!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome! Good luck to you!! :-)

[@iyoleleiyolele2194]

Thank you. I'm 63 and wanting to make a youtube channel for years, but still procrastinating. Thanks to you, I'll end up doing it

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Good for you! Good luck to you and have fun with it!!

[@catchison8671]

Thank you so much for sharing your videos!!

[@ontheroadwithsimon]

I recently made my first video with me talking on camera, it was actually my second attempt. I tried doing it in my back garden but was too self conscious. I went for a ride on my motorbike and recorded that way, and it was so much easier and I actually just rambled on for a bit. It's on youtube for the world to see which is a bit weird, but this is something I want to get in to doing.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Congratulations for taking the plunge! You've completed the hardest part... the part MANY people can't get past! Now it's just a matter of doing it again and again... and try to get better at 'something" with each new video. Best of luck to you and enjoy the process!

[@ontheroadwithsimon]

@@RobtheMaritimer Thanks Rob. Keep up the good work.

[@judeemclaughlin]

This is well timed. I started my YT channel at the end of June and have been thinking of changing the name to what I called my early 2000s blog "Brain Dumps" because that is what it ended up being. Unfortunately, I still get very few views or comments for some feedback.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

It can be a long process... try to stay consistent with your posting because each subsequent video you upload gives youtube that much more information as to who your audience is or should be. It takes youtube time to figure that out too. Best of luck with it!

[@genewinsett3210]

Good Ide idea

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching :-)

[@ericmurphy2439]

Well, you’ve got me considering doing it! Thanks for the encouragement, and putting yourself out there!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome! Best of luck to you :-)

[@rickmann5227]

Rob, I love your videos, something about your voice is very calming. I've been considering starting a channel and your recent videos have really inspired me. I also realized that I have a severe KZbin addiction, affecting my life more than any type of drug I've ever tried. I guess the answer should be obvious but I was curious if you or anyone else could give me advice or input on this dilemma. It might not seem like a big deal, yet it's overwhelming me.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much! And yes, it's easy to spend hours upon hours just scroll through youtube and watching videos... at some point you just have to draw the line. It's a discipline thing :-)

[@MoniQuest55]

Thanks for this video Rob. I thought for a long time I had nothing to say and then after much thought and procrastination I realised I probably have plenty to say. Now it's being able to actually say it without floundering!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

You're welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed it! And congratulations on finding out that you DO have something to say! Yes it might be tough actually "saying it without floundering" lol but just try to have fun with it, embrace the mistakes and laugh at yourself! It's all in good fun :) Best of luck!

[@historyloveluck]

I listened and I enjoyed it.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you! I'm glad you made it through haha!

[@historyloveluck]

@@RobtheMaritimer I'm a PEIslander and you've motivated me to just do it. I've dithered for a month about where and when to start my KZbin channel. So I've been hanging on your words just about daily. Today's video stirred up my mind for my first video. Saying nothing is my super power.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

@@historyloveluck Welcome, neighbour!! And congratulations on taking the plunge! We really do have to "get out of our own way" sometimes when delving into something new like this. I wish you all the best as you move forward with it!! :-)

[@TommiPuuska]

I started to stream on Twitch and play a game, I like to play, to learn to talk more authentically when I hit the record/start streaming button. It's really hard to do a script for a 2+ hours gameplay so I have to freestyle it. I'm hoping it will train me on being more authentic because I cannot rely on script or notes :).

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I think that's great practice, for sure! Best of luck with it :-)

[@Ureiko101]

New subscriber. Love the video.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you and welcome aboard!!

[@RavinderSingh-ft5dw]

True

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching :)

[@RavinderSingh-ft5dw]

@@RobtheMaritimer welcome dear

[@msaunsha]

This video spoke volumes to me! Thank you for this, Rob! 🙏🏽☺️

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Fantastic! I'm glad :-)

[@marthastettinius1780]

👍

[@johnpeters7003]

You do know it’s really “The Peanut Channel”? Love your channel. I am soon going to start a channel about my vintage watch collection. Your videos have been very helpful. Thank you.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Yes I absolutely know that :-) And that's awesome! Good luck to you :-)

[@gingersmith7624]

Thank you

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching :-)

[@YourDigitalMakeover]

Some comments I receive say that I am boring and talk to slowly, while others say I have a soothing voice and they really appreciate that. So, sometimes you might not be someone's cup of tea, but in the same way, someone else might drink what you got to say...

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's a great way to look at it! And those who DO like what you have to say are the ones who'll subscribe and return for more :-)

[@gracegibson9865]

Thinking outside the box, I love it! 😂

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha! Trying something different for sure :-)

[@ikust007]

You really got it. Bravo

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Many thanks :-)

[@johantt2591]

Good points. A slightly related aspect to this is the famous impostor syndrome. Like, maybe I have something I like to talk about but there are thousands of videos on the topic already so why should I? Or someone else does it better, so why should I? It kind of ties to the thing you said about the first videos being for yourself. If I enjoy making the videos, it matters less if someone else has already talked about the topic. Just try to enjoy the process. :)

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's absolutely correct! Enjoy the process :) Also, you don't have to be an expert in "the thing" you talk about... there will ALWAYS be others out there who know more. you only have to be a little bit ahead of some people... then those people can learn from you. In fact, they'd probably prefer learning from you than someone who's an expert and may be talking over their heads! Best of luck to you :-)

[@micktheoldpunk]

Love your videos and very educational. Have you done one on patience :) I started my channel on mental health last week, only have 2 videos up so far and frustrated I'm not already the next MrBeast haha. just kidding, but hoping I can crack the code to get seen by more eyes so i can start helping people.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I have not done one specifically on patience... that's a good idea though, I'll add it to my list :-)

[@JasonLorette]

I feel this way about live streaming. I have KZbin friends that tell me to live stream so I can get my watch hours up so I can get monetized...but I always think...what the hell would I talk about on a live stream for 30+ minutes? I will try it at some point, but that is something that I shy away from more than making planned long form videos.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I was incredibly nervous the first time I live streamed... but now it's no problem at all. You do get used to it. My advice is to have something prepared to either talk about or show people, in case no one shows up to ask questions you can at least carry on without any interactions. But if people do show up and ask questions, that's what I find makes things go super smooth. Best of luck to you! :-)

[@JasonLorette]

@@RobtheMaritimer I will give it a whirl at some point...need to get those watch hours up!

[@DannyH6284]

I liiiiiiiike it 😂👍👍

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome!! Thanks for watching :-)

[@DannyH6284]

@@RobtheMaritimer it was a pleasure 😊

[@lowreztv]

Kudos for being the first to meta on You Tubers that "think" they have something to say and in reality have nothing.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for commenting :-)

[@GreatSunJesterLives]

I think you should mention faceless channels as an alternative. Since I have a “face for radio,” I would be beyond uncomfortable showing it in my videos if I were actively making them.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Faceless channels are definitely an option! you could do voiceover and then it would be your voice that people would enjoy... a little harder to make that connection with people without showing your face, but definitely possible and lots of people are doing it. Thanks for the comment! :-)

[@adamlyman8293]

I remember while taking a speech class in college….noticing my physical and speech ticks when watching a recording of myself. And yes….hearing your own voice and wondering who the %^& is that??!! :)

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha so true!! Thanks for sharing :-)

[@spinostu]

I love the sound of my voice in my head but hate it from recordings. I can't believe anyone likes it

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I totally get that! But think of this... when you watch a video, are you deciding whether you like someone's voice or not? I suspect that answer is "no" for most people... people generally don't give any thought to whether they like the speakers' voice or not.... but we tend to be super critical of our OWN voices and what we think of how it sounds. If we can figure out how to "not care" what our voice sounds like so we can focus more on other things, that would be a HUGE accomplishment! Thanks for commenting and best of luck to you :-)

[@spinostu]

​@@RobtheMaritimer That's a great point. Thank you for the encouragement!

[@knorman717]

Haha! I love the notes!😆

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha!! Just in case I forget what I'm talking about lol!!

[@yvonne4029]

You somewhat sound like my "stream of consciousness" journaling in the morning. "I have nothing to write about..." Then, 1000 words later.... something emerges.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha very true :-)

[@craciunlabs]

hello i have nothing to reply 😅

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Hahaha! Touche!!

[@ikust007]

Hello! Ok that I can listen to!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha! We'll see if other people will listen as well :-)

[@srmrlr]

I joke about the old cliche, face for radio, voice for print. I make videos for myself, legacy, fun... My voice is my voice, my face is mine. I'm not a public speaker, but can if required... I'm having fun.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

If you're having fun then that's awesome! Keep enjoying the ride :-)

[@LegoFlipC]

Just think of Seinfeld … a show about nothing…. Everyone loved it!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Exactly! Great show :-)

[@MariannaMichaels]

I wish I could get views when having nothing to say, I try to add value and my last video had 15 views 😢 I do enjoy your videos though, they give me hope that I can turn my channel into something people will eventually want to watch 👍🏻

[@RobtheMaritimer]

If you enjoy the process of making videos, that's huge... that will keep you going. Stick with it and the views will come! KZbin needs time to figure out who your audience is too.... so if you're being consistent then it's just a matter of time before your audience finds you. I wish you all the best!! :-)

[@leniecolleenford]

I successfully bring back the spirit of loved ones in heaven. Which, technically, makes everyone a potential customer 😅. I don't know who's interested in bringing back their mum and dad. Any suggestions appreciated. I don't just give a reading I teach how to do it yourself. Thanks for this space and forum.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for the comment and best of luck with your channel! :-)

[@felipegarciatn]

My struggle is that I’m an insurance underwriter. I have other things that interest me, but not an expert on any of those areas. I’m simply an enthusiast. So what can I say?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

You do not have to be an expert at all... as long as you're passionate about what you're talking about, people will want to listen :-)

[@ikust007]

That’s an intro😂🎉

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha thanks! Something different for sure! I guess I'll see soon if other people liked it or if they thought it was stupid lol :-)

[@makaylabrooks]

I got nothin to say either…so I’m seeing if you come up with something to say 😂

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Funny how I was able to turn "nothing to say" into a 9 minute video! lol

[@julespea9793]

Hey Rob..I've got nothing to say. Just checking in with the cat. Amazing keep going. Do you make a daily schedule for thing to achieve for you tube?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha!! Peanut is good! Just chill' in my (I mean, her) office ;-) I do have a list of videos I want to make that I keep adding to, based on comments and suggestions that people give me in the comments... and every morning I make a "to do list" for that day. Today, I'm going outside and going to make another video ;-) Thanks for commenting!

[@dinorossi6611]

I have ideas I just need help with editing. Is there a detailed instruction on video description (you said there would be ) in beginner's course? Now I forgot how to access your course. Through your website? Creator's cove or something like that? Overwhelmed life.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

There's a link in the description below this video :-)

[@dinorossi6611]

@@RobtheMaritimer ok. I logged in this time pretending that I will buy the course ... again .. ... a bit disillusioned but will survive .. sent you an email ... I just have to learn these things on my own I guess ... forget expectations .. for beginners, add simpler stuff .. but I guess you can't now because you don't use the phone ... just unloading content from an iphone to a PC can get you a coronary disease ... let alone editing it .. I see you advertise capcut .. affilate link ? No content on it ? I bought a udemy course on it . ... need to learn that too. :( .

[@dinorossi6611]

@@RobtheMaritimer Ahhhh I don't see my other reply now. I hope you see it. Ahhh God. Crying now.

[@dinorossi6611]

I sent you a message via page message rubric. I found a log in .. clicked on buy a course and somehow found it .. :( .. ahhhhh Gosh ... ok ....

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I am not an affiliate of CapCut and I do not have videos on how to use it. I’ll likely be making a video on it in the future but can’t say when right now… lots on my to do list :) There are lots of other CapCut beginner videos on KZbin however. I hope that helps :)

[@dankelly]

Hey Rob, What does "the Maritimer" mean?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

A maritimer is someone who lives in one of the "maritime provinces" of Canada: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick or Prince Edward Island. I'm in Nova Scotia :-)

[@tuyasusanna]

Hi! Moi! 🫐Greetings from Finland. 🫐 I have to ask such a thing, (if I have the courage to make vlogs in the future) so when I speak in Finnish in the videos (it's my mother tongue) does KZbin automatically translate the language to English so that more people can understand what I'm saying? Or do I need to put a point in the settings so that people can see the subtitles in English? Kind regards, Susanna 🌻

[@RobtheMaritimer]

As long as you enable "auto-generated subtitles" for your video, then the Finnish subtitles will be created automatically... and then the viewers will be able to choose "auto-translate" in the settings of the video and see auto-generated English subtitles. KZbin is getting very good at this :-)

[@tuyasusanna]

@@RobtheMaritimer Kiitos = Thank You!

[@blessingmagbegor44]

Please, I want you to make a video on edit NG using capcut

[@RobtheMaritimer]

It's on my list of videos to make ;-)

[@blessingmagbegor44]

@@RobtheMaritimer thank you

[@HoosierStacker]

When you find that passion point, youll have alot to say. I thought i found it but, no. Still looking.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's a good way to look at it :-) Passion definitely helps... if you're passionate about something, that will shine through to your audience as well... and your audience will grow :-) Good luck!!

[@LynIsALilADHD]

0:36 still here🤷‍♀️

[@LynIsALilADHD]

3:22 worked for Seinfeld and Larry David righ?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha awesome! Hope it was worth it !! ;-)

[@LynIsALilADHD]

@RobtheMaritimer definitely! I started my channel a while back and the what do I wanna talk about thing still looms over me frequently!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

@@LynIsALilADHD It's a hard thing to get over... but once you do, the ideas will flow!!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

@@LynIsALilADHD Haha yeah it worked for them a little bit ;)

[@reaccionapuertorico]

Help this channel grow 👍🔁✅🔔

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I appreciate you!! :-)

[@jennywelsh]

Nice to meet you too!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks for watching :-)