The FIVE things you need to START on Youtube

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If you've been wanting to start a KZbin channel but don't know where to begin, this video is for you! In this video I share the only 5 things you need to start and grow your KZbin channel, a few other things you could upgrade to later, and some advice on what video editing software to use.
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I'm "Rob the Maritimer", and I make videos and host live streams on helping you reach your goals on KZbin! I talk about all the different software and skills I use to create my videos and will even demonstrate how to edit them! If there's anything you'd like to know more about, or have me answer during my videos or live streams, leave a comment below and let me know!
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- Rob :-)
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[@skatulle]

I just garnered courage to film and upload my first video. Im so happy and i feel like i accomplished a milestone today. i did tag you on it though i know no ones gonna see it'

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Congrats!! Way to go!! I watched it and just left a comment ;-) Best of luck to you!! :-)

[@Steven-Thompson]

Congrats on posting your first video!

[@kway7676]

Well done ❤

[@ebikecnx7239]

Started my channel at 61 two years ago after escaping Canada for Thailand. 550 subscribers after two years so feeling like a failure, but I do random stuff that interests me with life as an expat, solar power, tiny house sea container and coffee!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's not failure at all!! It really depends on what you want to do... if you like making videos about all sorts of different things then keep doing that, there's nothing wrong with it! You can always start a new channel that focuses in on one niche only if you want... but it's totally up to you :-)

[@derekarmstrong1408]

Do you post on Instagram to drive traffic to your channel? Surely you're seeing amazing sights others can afford to see in person.

[@joy-of-chemotaxis]

Ooh that sounds interesting actually!

[@TimGreigPhotography]

Not a failure but possibly need to get your niche clear. And then everything is driven by that. Edit: just had a look, you're on your way but even the title is confusing. Is it about e-bikes? Coffee? Expats? Travel? It's not at all clear 😊

[@Steven-Thompson]

That’s a unique and exciting mix of content! Keep going-you’re sharing valuable experiences!

[@CameliaCraftsDesigns]

Your cat is definitely the main star in the bloopers😅 Great video, thank you😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha yes she is!! :-)

[@the_sologlass]

Sometimes I don't think the KZbin audience has an idea about how much effort it takes to speak to a camera fluently without a script. Your bloopers made me smile. It's the same with me! Many takes before I can get going. Good job.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

The struggle is real for sure!! Good luck with it :-)

[@creatorsuccess123]

I totally agree. A general audience has no idea the effort that goes into building a KZbin channel even at a hobby level. About two years ago on my other channel, I couldn't believe one of the comments were the viewer was saying how discouraged and disappointed. They are in me as they are acting like they fired me. I'm thinking? You got this all for free??

[@creatorsuccess123]

I believe peanut is listening😊

[@TedMattos]

Another great video, Rob! Thanks for this! I'd also suggest for those VERY new to shooting videos - a 30-day "Talk to Camera" challenge. For close to 30 days, I recorded myself just talking to my camera about anything. It was very cool to see my growth and the more I did it, the more comfortable I became!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks!! And that's a great idea... it was brought up in the live stream on Tuesday as well. I'm putting some thought into the best way to do that. Stay tuned :-)

[@denicase9444]

Excellent idea! 🙏

[@jacquelinerogers2997]

So appreciate the tone and pace of your videos. Sometimes, younger presenters are too busy telling you how to get 10k subscribers in 10 minutes while bypassing the fundamentals to start.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha you won't get that from me! :-)

[@Mindfulmaven7]

Had to add a second comment. Your videos have been the BEST videos out there for starting a channel. I sure hope this channel grows wild. It deserves it. 😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much!! I really like making videos like this so I'm going to keep doing it... until people tell me they've had enough lol!! Cheers :-)

[@AndrewButlerSignwriter]

Hi Rob, really enjoying your content, you are much more relatable than the usual self-styled KZbin gurus. Keep up the excellent work and thank you.

[@pennyc7064]

Agree!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you for the kind words! Glad you like it :-)

[@yourekittenme.]

Blooper reels are always a hit… especially if they involve a kitty!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha so true!!

[@VetTechAnna]

Totally agree, love seeing the kitty ❤

[@juleslincredule]

Bloopers at end… so great! I’ve got three Yorkshires so I understand what you go through with your cat 🐈 😂 Nice video for those who want to begin the KZbin adventure! Thank you very much.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha thank you!! Cheers :-)

[@Ty_Myers]

18:47 that sigh! Rob, first of all, keep pushing and keep going. You are an inspiration. Watching these bloopers is really hitting home for me. 95% of my footage looks exactly like this, a sentence or two, and then just pure frustration. It's really comforting to know I'm not alone and that other people go through this as well. I appreciate your transparency.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha I'm glad this resonates with you! The struggle is real for sure! Best of luck to you :-)

[@TravelwithLil8]

Love the bloopers! I think your cat has something to say lol.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

She she does!! It's, "Dad... let me sleep!"

[@lunazamoraart]

Why is google pushing us older peeps to have a channel? I’m practicing on tik tok still pretty bad!! We should start a club! The old people’s YT!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha maybe that’s what we’re building here.. an old people’s KZbin channel! Lol

[@TaipeiEats]

Another Great Episode👍👍👍 60 here and just started last year, focused on Food Delivery with UE🎉🎉🎉

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you! Good luck with it!! :-)

[@BulletSponge20]

Thank you for doing this. I’m a guy in my 50’s who has always been fascinated on doing this. I have been gathering equipment over the years and now I have to put it together. Love the simplistic approach you provide.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you and no problem! I wish you the best of luck if you decide to go head with it!! :-)

[@creativeflowltd]

Your channel is very inspirational Rob. I threw away my sports cap, sunglasses, fancy lights and raised my baggy trousers from my knees to my waist again. Jokes aside, you remind us all that in order to be authentic, we need to be ourselves

[@RobtheMaritimer]

100%!! Being yourself is so much easier than trying to be someone else ;-)

[@oldmanyoga]

I really appreciate your down to earth approach and willingness to share. I had decided being a KZbinr was too big of a stretch for me until I saw you. Have been posting for a week now, learning every day. Even held my camera in the vertical mode the first day. Can't wait to make all the mistakes!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome attitude! Congrats on getting started! Keep having fun with it and best of luck :-)

[@tavishamckenzie]

Thanks for the inspiration. I'm a fellow over 40 and a professional sailor and it's making more and more sense daily for me to take the leap of faith. Appreciate your guts and bravery in stepping into the light to make these video. Well done!!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Professional sailor that's so cool! We just had the SailGP series do a race here in Halifax... those new foil boats are amazing! Best of luck to you! :-)

[@Steven-Thompson]

Your sailing experience sounds amazing-best of luck with your leap into KZbin!

[@ncpinky8495]

I have been thinking about starting my own channel. I will be doing my first two week solo backpacking trip at 59 years of age. I want to document it as a way to share the experience with my family and friends. I am glad that I found your channel because I had no idea where to start! Thank you for sharing!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That is a FANTASTIC idea and might be a great catalyst to starting your channel! Best of luck to you... in youtube AND on the backpacking trip! :-)

[@Steven-Thompson]

That sounds like an incredible adventure!

[@kway7676]

Good luck! I love travelling videos!

[@COMPUTERPROGRAMING]

HEY ROB CAN YOU MAKE VIDEO TUTORIALS ON AUDIO EDITING

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Absolutely!

[@Ty_Myers]

Great suggestion! This is something I'm interested in learning as well and I haven't seen many videos on it (I don't think I've really looked though)

[@lisamonalisahikes]

Thank you for keeping it real. Great information and comprehendable by newbies 😅 I finally posted myself talking in my video😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Great job!! Now go make another one!! :-) Cheers!

[@MiamiMorslav]

Fir a DIY tripod, the middle hole in a roll of duct tape is the perfect size to hold securely an iphone with basic otterbox protective cover and theres just enough play to change the angle too.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's a clever hack!

[@ogwoodworks]

Great video Rob - just the inspiration an old guy like me needs to get going! I'm a woodworker and I've learned so much from many different people on KZbin. I think I would enjoy giving back to that community by sharing some of my projects and ideas. At first I thought "there's already so many woodworking channels - what could I possibly contribute that people would find interesting?". But I guess you never know what someone might find useful so perhaps I should give it a try. I'm retired so for the first time in my life, time is not such an issue. I appreciate you breaking down the basics that a person needs to get started because it now seems less intimidating. Subscribed!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

The main thing you can offer that's different is you! YOU are what would make your videos different than all the others. Good luck to you!! :-)

[@sarahpetty4760]

I think that more important than sharing info is to get your life learnings and personality out into the energy stream!

[@samanthaspectra]

Hi Rob, Thank you so much for all your videos! I first found you through your Over 40 video a few days ago; I'm 41 and have always been terrified to start, but you have inspired me! By the way, I love your kitty! We have three and are fostering a fourth-they are the bosses, aren't they?! Ha!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Peanut is certainly the boss of me haha! Thank you for the kind words :-)

[@rayzcomedown]

Looks like Rob really likes Gardening as an example. Great video Rob, you've inspired me right when I'm about to turn 40. Cheers!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha awesome! I must’ve seen someone gardening right before making the video haha!

[@ericg8392]

Thanks for switching mics @13:27 to show the difference. That helped me.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I'm glad it helped :-)

[@VetTechAnna]

Rob you are so relatable, I love the bloopers because it's exactly what I look like, and they make me laugh but now I feel less silly. I do have a lot of swearwords mixed in too though 😂🐾

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much :-) And yeah, the bloopers are indicative of what most people go through I think! They're also super fun to edit... I find myself laughing almost out loud while I'm editing them haha! There might've been a few more swear words that didn't make the final cut too lol ;-)

[@YankeeStacking]

On #4, I built a highly successful KZbin channel on…an iPhone and iMovie! 😂 I literally record in my studio on my iPhone 15 Pro (256 GB), airdrop it to my iPad Pro (12.9 inch, 256 GB), where I edit and upload. I do the thumbnails on my PC.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Proof that you don't need a dedicated high end camera... iPhone cameras are way more than you actually need! Thanks for sharing :-)

[@yourekittenme.]

I, too, use my iPhone & iMovie; no computer needed! Since I have no other internet, I upload directly from the iPhone.

[@Uncleub4u]

I practically watched this video bcos i see that speaker is over fort🎉

[@SarangKoryo]

Hi Rob! This is my 3rd video. I have subscribed because I find you inspiring! I like the way you are guiding and motivating us to do small steps but with confidence. I appreciate your time and effort and I am taking notes about what I need. Thank you for all your help. Love your videos, I will try to come to your Tuesday class! 👋❤

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you for the kind words! I do love trying to help people get their channels up and going so if what I'm saying helps with that, that's great! Looking forward to seeing you Tuesday!! :-)

[@jenniferashcroft3215]

Totally appreciate your honesty and authenticity. I’m really enjoying your content. Thank you

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much :-)

[@clifftrotter5750]

Thanks, Rob This is a great service to newbies and alike. Please keep them coming.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you! More videos to come :-)

[@janicemcallister84]

The animal in the background looks like a squirrel 🐿️ and this is my first time watching your videos, 👏 and thank you not sure if I can because I work for the government

[@Gmarie77]

Thanks for making it simple, being real and sharing the bloopers. Subscribed!😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@ZenoMuncrief1]

I enjoyed this video. Nice work.

[@reaccionapuertorico]

The cat ties everything together 😂👍

[@RobtheMaritimer]

lol she thinks so too! 😂

[@shoaibriz]

Great video

[@juleslincredule]

Can’t wait to listen to that « sweet wise talk » while drinking my coffee… have a very nice day!!!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha sounds good! You have a great day too :-)

[@wastenotwantnotArt]

I liked the demo you did with the sound differences. I’m learning a lot from your videos. I like the idea of making holiday videos as that would be a great way to practice editing. Thank you

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome! Thank you! :-)

[@lonniecombs6475]

Thank you for sharing your journey so authentically. It helps me want to start.

[@lonniecombs6475]

Adobe Podcast Audio Enhancer is currently a free option to upgrade your audio if you don't currently have a quality microphone.

[@acaiv1797]

I’m getting started today!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Awesome!! Good luck ! :-)

[@funniful]

Thank you for the Wonderful video! You have a “Dad How Do I” vibe that I find very comforting and warm. I’m 60 and I want to make videos. (I think) And it’s all your fault! Lol 😆 I look forward to watching ALL your videos!!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Maybe because I'm a dad! Haha :-) Thank you... and best of luck to you :-)

[@user-sl8lp8py1v]

Thank you for sharing, Rob.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

My pleasure :-)

[@TravelwithLil8]

I just started and am still uncomfortable talking to the camera. I know I'll improve, though. I only have 23 subscribers now but my content is a little boring right now. It should get much more interesting when I start my slow travels around the world in 51 days!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

So you've got 51 days more of practicing making and uploading videos and honing your craft!! Good luck to you and safe travels :-)

[@eirik_halvorsen]

It helps to hear it more times 😊 (in different videos) makes me wanna pick it up again 🎥

[@RobtheMaritimer]

It can be a lot of fun! :-)

[@mackenziemill]

Thanks more great info … love the bloopers

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Glad you like them!

[@40LOST]

I also don't like when someone is listening to me while I record😅 and it's a problem since I'm never alone in my house. And I totally agree with what you need for the beginning. I just started my KZbin channel and I have an older phone ( Samsung A33 5G),a laptop Acer 7 and I use CapCut,it's very beginner friendly😊 And my first video turned out better then I thought...I thought that the quality would be awful. But it is fine😊 Thanks for the tips😊

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That’s awesome! Thanks for sharing :) That’s 100% all you need… and sometimes videos we don’t expect to do well will do better than videos we put way too much time into and think they’re the best! Just try to learn what it was about your video that worked well… and try to recreate that magic :)

[@kpurt]

Great video! Honestly, you are answering all of my questions. Very helpful and encouraging. Thank you!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sonnylovesfreddy340]

HI. Thanks so much for this Rob. Would be great if you could do a video showing us your setup and then others on using phones or cameras to shoot video. LIke a step by step....just a suggestion of course!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I'm making a video like that this week! Actually, Tuesday I'll be doing a live stream where I plan on going over my entire setup, the equipment I use, how far the camera is from me, etc... I'm going to show it all, and answer questions live. Once the live stream is over I'll then work on the next video. Feel free to join in on the live stream, or you can watch it after it's over! thanks for watching :-)

[@NeverSevastudio]

Iam happy I found your channel, thanks

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@jamesmcguire8808]

Glad I found your channel! Great, real content! Keep it up!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks! Will do!

[@schoolingdiana9086]

New here. You had me at kitty. Staying for the content.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha Awesome! :-)

[@spinostu]

Just wanted to say thanks for these videos. I'm getting a lot out of them and this one was especially useful. I really enjoy the natural format and your general vibe. Especially the bloopers too 😊. Keep up the good work

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Glad you like them!

[@denicase9444]

Another hugely informative and inspiring video🙏👏👏👏 Peanut has her own light there! 😄

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you! And yeah, I'm happy he lets me use it ;-)

[@denicase9444]

@@RobtheMaritimer Ah yes sorry Peanut 'He" 😄

[@matthewjamesduffy]

Thanks Rob! Nice video. I am 41 with a KZbin, it's a lot of work and I love your tips!

[@blessed7927]

I want that mic you got! Lol You sound so easy on my ears!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha thank you :-)

[@dig1272]

Peanuts is such a pretty cat. ❤

[@RobtheMaritimer]

She thinks so too! Haha

[@judithapio]

Thank you for this, as someone turning 41 this year, I am working at starting my channel next month. I am a nurse educator and would like to help student nurses and NCLEX takers navigate mastery of content especially on drugs. I tried 3 years ago but didn't feel ready, now I am geared for it. I am in Uganda, East Africa. Thanks again for these series, so valuable.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Sounds great! Good luck with it and be sure to have fun with it!! :-)

[@Lev3lUpLife]

Thanks, Rob. I set out tonight planning to check your equipment list from the other video, but saw you'd posted this one. Then I got distracted and went down a rabbit hole of changing my channel settings. 🤣 Eventually came back - very timely video for next steps. I'll check out some of your equipment recommendations this weekend. Probably stick with the phone camera for now, but need to upgrade audio, lights, and get a dedicated tripod. I'll try to use your links as I narrow down the list!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha there are SO MANY rabbit holes all around this youtube game, I can totally relate!! Thank you for considering my links, and feel free to ask questions if you like. I'm actually working on a "How I film: tour of my setup" video (the title may change) where I'm going to explain how I do everything and show my camera, tripod, lights etc all setup... kind of a behind the scenes video. Hoping to have that video done within the week so that may help! Good luck with it :-)

[@Lev3lUpLife]

@@RobtheMaritimer Thank you! We've been waiting on "Prime Days" to see if any of the stuff on our wish lists goes on sale, so I am working to get my starter equipment in the next week or two. I just made a project for a contest and learned a lot, so it inspired me to get going on my channel. My ideas are kind of "elaborate" so it might take me a couple of weeks between videos 😆 But I am going to make a goal of having a consistent schedule with deadlines for myself so I can make it happen. Behind the scenes sounds great!

[@Lev3lUpLife]

Now that I've gone through some of your list, I definitely need to see how you're using everything! 🤣

[@goodshepard00]

Thanks for the positive video.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

No problem :-)

[@markhale6105]

love tthe bloopers!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Glad you like them!

[@scottharper568]

Definitely, helpful

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Glad to hear!

[@kway7676]

I personally never learnt how to upload and edit on the computer. I do it all on my phone. Find it so easy as I could do my editing at any time, anywhere. Maybe it's good to learn how to do it on the computer .

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Just using your phone is completely fine! It's whatever you're used to and can become efficient at. My old eyes just aren't good enough to be trying to edit on a small screen like my phone... but if it works for you, keep doing it!! :-)

[@TheeMzVonita]

I have to tell my Boyfriend to leave the room when I am trying to record because it makes me super nervous.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I totally get that!!! :-)

[@MENCANTA898]

Thanks 👍🏻

[@Playitagaindian]

You’ve inspired me to do my first video! I’ve resisted for some time, but if I just pretend it’s just for my family and friends, I think I’ll be more relaxed. I can see the blooper reel might be longer than the main video. 🤪🤣

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's awesome!! And YES put bloopers in!! I'm finding that people love them! Helps them relate to the struggle (which is real) lol! Good luck to you :-)

[@Playitagaindian]

@@RobtheMaritimer I need to come up with a good name for “my channel.” Need to develop this new skillset, so will be watching your videos. Your wisdom is appreciated.

[@mauinui10]

Mahalo for inspiring me to start making videos again. Although I only made a couple videos, I spent a lot of time getting all the set up including a good condenser microphone. The couple videos I made were just me talking story like you are doing. Documenting some scary radiation side affects. By far you have the best talking points in creating a channel. So much aloha!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you for the kind words! Best of luck to you :-)

[@brettneuberger6466]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sgayle6689]

Keep the cutie-pie kitty, for sure ! Kept me watching . Lol

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I'm definitely keeping her! ;-)

[@marthastettinius1780]

thank you. Careful with the lighting after sunset--so much artificial blue light can affect your sleep. But you don't seem sleep-deprived :)

[@RobPerkins]

Great videos Rob. You’ve found the magic recipe to be informative, entertaining and inspiring. #welldone. Thanks for sharing some tech. Looking forward to some bts. In the meantime, I don’t really see your lights reflecting in your glasses. Is it the position of the lights, or a post filter of some sort. Maybe a soft box? Please share! Keep up the good work.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I’m working on a behind the scenes video now… and on Tuesday when I go live I also plan on going behind the scenes to share how I shoot and my entire process so hopefully that’ll help :-) I didn’t do any post processing to remove glasses-glare… the trick is to put the lights 45 degrees off to the side AND 45 degrees up from eye level. For this video I just used 2 lights (well, plus the mood light behind me). I hope that helps :-)

[@curtisj203]

Wow, just found your channel! Appreciate the honesty and the down to earth approach. As a fellow 🇨🇦 and older adult, I haven't started yet (been saying that for a while) but this helps alot. Thank you.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Good luck with it!!

[@gtcam723]

Good info. I just started back into things. And I’m just using my iphone for now. When I get further along, I’ll get a mic. I already have a cheesy lightweight tripod. Then lighting. Studio is a long term project and is part of my shop/garage redo

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Sounds like you've got a plan! Good luck with it :-)

[@gtcam723]

@@RobtheMaritimer the plan….. fluid. 😆

[@narcsurvivors2445]

Thank you for this advice I've just bought a microphone. I've had a couple of channels , mainly narcissism but I want to branch out 🙏🏻

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Best of luck to you!! :-)

[@peteespinosa6786]

Great video. I appreciate these videos about starting after 40 and this one about just getting started.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you! :-)

[@Christopher-p7g]

Thanks! I really needed to hear this. I just downloaded capcut, and editing is the scariest step for me? I so want to connect small videos to make one large one etc. So I will see how this goes. I made a 45 minute video 2 days ago with my smartphone and just did one shot no shut off. It was also slow to send to my computer and needed a passcode from KZbin to allow. So much to learn and the time is now. I find my little digital canon camera is a great asset for these projects. Thanks again, have a great day!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

If you stick with it and keep practicing you WILL get better! Best of luck to you!! :-)

[@mrslkungpowchikn1206]

You’re such an inspiration. I’m now seriously considering doing this because I already have a bunch of video content building my own commercial strength driveway and soon we will be building our own house - wish I recorded some of our process with architect now but that’s ok. I DO have 1 important reservation though: my 2 kids. I love including them in building and other things I do. But my daughter is 9 and son 15. I’m concerned about child predator types. I don’t know maybe that is a deal breaker. I want to keep them safe. Unfortunate this is such a problem out there. Have thought this so many times. Im not bad looking either so that’s the main thing I’ve worried about this whole time. I also drive my kids crazy a little with the camera all the time! Lol😂 So any thoughts about this? I do believe our experiences could be really valuable to some people to help inspire them to tackle something difficult or intimidating.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

That's a great question, and there's probably not one correct answer! What I would probably do in your situation is have two channels. I would keep one private for family members and that's a great way to document your family time, events, etc. Then have another channel that you create that's for you to document whatever you want to document. Then maybe once your kids become of age you can un-private that first channel? Just a thought. I haven't really looked into this but I'd probably do something like that. I hope that helps :-)

[@julieshrader2475]

Hi Rob - I promise I was paying attention. I love reading the comments and am so proud of the community you've inspired to just start. . . you're tips are so practical that I'm thinking its very doable for me! But its your cat that's keeping me from starting, I must know - do you groom the cats tail or is this a special breed? Once I know this, it just might be the content for my 1st video. I think its all I need to start ( procrastination at its worst!). Love the bloopers and your cat!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha!! I'm so sorry I'm holding you back! ;) Let me help... she's a Ragdoll cat and we get her groomed at least once a year... and she just got this latest haircut about a month ago. It's a "Lion Cut"... if we didn't leave some hair on her tail or feet or face she would look like a rat! lol THERE! Now you know so you have no excuse but to start your first video... no more procrastination ;-) Haha! Good luck and have fun!! :-)

[@julieshrader2475]

@@RobtheMaritimer 🤣 that's all I needed! You Tubing ," cat grooming" - stay tuned!

[@dig1272]

Yep, my late husband's youtube channel is still up. I cannot shut it down.

[@pamelamac2879]

Thank you, Rob; I felt like that was for me 😂. We have a lot in common and I’ll be marathon catching up over the weekend.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha of course it was for you!! ;) I'll try to have another one ready for Sunday or Monday! Cheers :-)

[@pamelamac2879]

@@RobtheMaritimer Thank you for all your time on our behalf 💖

[@mackenziemill]

Rendering my first video for a new channel, getting ready to record today, going to record for the next 3 days. Render a bunch of videos then Monday going to friends to start uploading! Living in buck huck nowhere in Ontario is gorgeous but the internet is one step above dial up lol

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Sounds like you've got a solid plan! Good luck and have fun with it!! :-)

[@annoholics]

Great video, although I was slightly surprised by the things you say you need to start a YT channel. You say you need a room but I saw you making a YT video on a boat. You also say that you need a YT account, but you don't say that you need an internet provider. Also, you say that you need a computer, while there are plenty of people who do everything, including editing on their phone. Anyway, that is not really what I wanted to say. What I do want to say is that a program like Davinci Resolve, might be sort of complex, it also offers a lot of convenience. What I mean with that is that a lot can be automated or can be done in smarter ways then in most "beginner friendly" editors. A program like Davinci Resolve might do complex things but you don't have to use all of the functionality from the start. I think that after a quick basic tutorial you can do most of the elementary things in Davinci Resolve like importing your footage and other files, editing the footage, and exporting the edited movies. Those things are pretty straight forward and most people can learn that in about a day. After that Davinci Resolve will never hold you back, while the more simpler editing tools might do that. Thanks for your video and I hope to see more of your videos in the future. 👍

[@lalad2943]

I'm so glad I stumbled upon your channel. The information you present and the encouragement you provide may inspire to start my own channel. What are your suggestions for those of us lacking self-confidence to get started (ie. shy, self-conscious about appearance, afraid of being judged or rejected, etc)?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

My main suggestions would be to understand that what other people think really doesn’t matter. AND the people who will comment negatively are in fact the people who have a problem. You aren’t the one with the problem. Also, being self-conscious s normal…. Just realize that t may seem strange for you to see or hear yourself in a video…. But that’s exactly how other people see you every day, when you’re out. The reality is we are our own worse critics… everyone. So just realize that everyone is thinking more about how THEY look and aren’t really concerned with how you look and sound. Does that make sense? Just some thoughts… best of luck :-)

[@lalad2943]

Thank you for the reply. Btw your cat is awesome, such a personality, and such an interesting tail, reminds me of the lion in the Wizard of Oz 😊

[@curatedbykellimichelle]

Greetings! I’ve loved this series of videos, such great info.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you so much!! :-)

[@behthiansu]

Thanks Rob! The NG parts are so good. Just curious was that due to disturbance from your cat?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Some of it yes lol!

[@travisbroadcaster]

good job 👍

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thank you :)

[@Mindfulmaven7]

Some of us choose to be real vulnerable on KZbin. I did with my “I didn’t enjoy being a mom” video. I got some hate, but I also got some great support. I plan on doing another follow up video and I will have better equipment. Taking a break for now until I can get that equipment in. I would also like to record in the back end of my Subaru by Lake Michigan. We shall see! Thanks for another great video. Oh, I am the same about people hearing me. I don’t like it. It freezes me up. Glad I’m not alone in that. 😂

[@RobtheMaritimer]

No matter what your content is about, you'll likely always get some amount of haters... it's just up to us how we handle that... and the best way IMO is to ignore them! They aren't the people you want to attract anyways, so just ignore them and don't give another thought to them. It boggles my mind that people... perfect strangers... like spending their time dishing out hate to people they do not know. They must not be very happy people! So ignore them, move on, and quite naturally you'll grow a community of people who ARE your tribe. Best of luck to you!! :-)

[@Mindfulmaven7]

@@RobtheMaritimergreat advice! Thank you 😊

[@DiogoNeves]

Thanks for leaving the bloopers at the end! I already started myself, but finding it a lot harder than I expected. I also started recording more videos recently but didn't leave the blooper stage haha Keep going! I like this format too, how do you currently come up with ideas for your videos?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Your first video will be the hardest one you ever make... I promise it gets easier after the first! The main way I come up with ideas is by just listening to my viewers... they'll ask for videos in the comments and also in my live streams. I keep a running list of videos I need to make that I constantly add to, and sort... trying to find the right order to make them... but there is no right order I don't think, since people watching these are at all different stages of their journeys. SO that's pretty much it! Best of luck to you!! :-)

[@DiogoNeves]

@@RobtheMaritimer thanks 😊 I’ve done and published my first but I think I was pushing myself too hard for the second, going to rethink a bit

[@Amritahealthfoods]

Appreciate all the tips !! What’s the link to your Tuesday live sessions

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I setup a new link every week, usually on Sundays so it'll be setup shortly. You can go to my KZbin channel home page, click the "Live" tab and that will show you all the live streams I've done so far (last week's will be at the top). Once I have this week's setup you'll see it there. If you subscribe to my channel then you'll get a notification just before I go live. It'll be Tuesday at 1:00pm EST (Toronto time). I hope that helps :-)

[@Amritahealthfoods]

@@RobtheMaritimer Thats perfect

[@atelierfacialcontouring]

Great info! Thank you! How do I join your life presentation on Tuesdays?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

If you go to my KZbin channel, the first video you should see at the top is the "Upcoming Live" thumbnail which is for Today's live stream. I usually set that up the day before (I set this one up last night, Monday). If you don't see it there, then click the "Live" menu item and that's where you can see all past live streams... and the upcoming one should be listed first. Click that, and you'll be able to get notified when I go live. Then just come back when the time comes... 1:00pm EDT... I run the live stream from here on KZbin. I hope that helps :-)

[@atelierfacialcontouring]

@@RobtheMaritimer Thank you

[@The-Spondy-School]

Using Zoom with a Brio 4k gives a pretty cheap, and good quality way of making a 4K recording

[@aspiradora74]

Great vid👍🏻 tnx! .. royalty free music would be a interesting subject to know more about👍🏻

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I've got it on my list to talk about! Thanks :-)

[@cthomas-au]

Thanks

[@pennyc7064]

Thanks Rob! Great info. New subscriber!

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Thanks! And welcome!! :-)

[@TheAllisonLab]

I can't get over that cat you have wandering around in the background. At first, I couldn't work out whether it was a cat or a dog of some kind.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Haha definitely a cat!! :-)

[@TheAllisonLab]

@@RobtheMaritimer The tail threw me 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@dahmusica]

Rob, great video! What’s the name of the royalty song in the background playing during your bloopers ?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I can't remember the name of it but I downloaded it from either Epidemic Sound or MotionArray... that's where I get my royalty free music from :-)

[@sun-eye]

This is just my advice and I do not want you to feel as if I am trying to put you down in anyway. If anything, it is the opposite... I want you to succeed. First, let me start out by saying that you have great presence. You speak with a lot of confidence and the camera you chose for your video looks amazing. Now, for the critique... Come up with a script of what you want to talk about. It looks like you are all over the place. Also, it will help with point #2, remove the ummms, ohhhs, and andahhh. Listening to that can get the average person annoyed. Finally, have chapters on your videos. I wanted to fast forward to your other recommendations of the five things I need to start, only to be skipping randomly trying to guess where it is located on the timeline. Either case, I can see that you are dedicated and will get far if you continue.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I'll never take constructive criticism personally... that's one of the best ways to learn and grow! Thank you for the feedback... all good suggestions! :-)

[@kristinamoro3210]

Hey Rob, i have a question. Do you have to have a computer to edit videos? I have an Android and an Ipad. Oh great job on the video and thanks for the help on how to get started.

[@RobtheMaritimer]

There are video editing apps you can use on your mobile device or ipad, so no, you don't need a computer. Personally, I use a computer... but I have trouble seeing small print (need reading glasses at my age!) and so I would find it hard to edit videos on a phone. iPad would be better for me... and a computer with large monitor even better again. But if you're ok to work on a mobile device then absolutely you can :-)

[@joy-of-chemotaxis]

Well I'm over 40, comfortable talking in front of the camera, but worried about the narcissism required for the goofy, self-absorbed thumbnail pix. Any tips?

[@RobtheMaritimer]

Even thumbnails I think don't have to be very complicated... lately I've been going with just a couple words that support the title. Think of the video title and thumbnail as a combo... together they need to grab the attention of someone scrolling. There's no magic answer... you kind of just have to try different things :) It's not much but I hope it helps somewhat! :-)

[@APalmieri]

AH!AH!🤣 Your bloopers are so hilarious🤣 Can I ask what you do when you get up? Because even before making a one-minute video I waste an average of 20 minutes😂 but I always stay still (with an idiot face😆), and start again (maybe I make some signs with my hand to recognize the starting point cut). I'm really curious (maybe turn the cam off and on again) A serious question: in your opinion is it a good idea to immediately announce, in the first videos, the target you want to address, or do you let the "style" and the way of speaking and relating act as a sort of natural selection of the target? Don't you think that immediately talking about "over 40" is counterproductive towards those who may be 30 but find themselves in a work and life situation where they would like to start over and reinvent themselves? I conclude by congratulating you on the way you relate, the way you speak, the way you film yourself and the excellent quality of your videos. You are a true example for me (alas, even an over 50!!!)💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@RobtheMaritimer]

I'm usually in my office by 6:00am mapping out my day, responding to messages, etc... then may go for a run in the morning. I usually record myself in the afternoon or evening. But I ALWAYS keep the camera recording even during my mistakes... mainly because it's a pain to stop and start every time and that generates a lot of files since I often record my audio and video separately and sync them later. So just record once and then I can always edit out the mistakes later, if I want... or save them for bloopers :-) IMO I wouldn't necessarily announce what your channel is going to be about... because the reality is that the exact niche you end up speaking to may change in time. I think it's better to start off by introducing YOURSELF and say something like what all your interests are and the types of videos you THINK you're going to make and if interested, subscribe and you may like what I have to say... something like that! And thank you for the kind words! I hope you find this helpful :-)

[@APalmieri]

@@RobtheMaritimerthks as always for reply

[@APalmieri]

@@RobtheMaritimer maybe it's my English's fault, but regarding the first question, I wasn't actually asking what you do in general when you get up in the morning, but what you did when you got up in the bloopers😜😜😜

[@RobtheMaritimer]

@@APalmieri OH!! Haha! I’d get up and just gather my thoughts off to the side… and when ready I’d go back in frame and sit down. That’s all…. I kept the camera recording the whole time :)

[@APalmieri]

@@RobtheMaritimer😂😂😂