Brandon Bautista
Brandon Bautista
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Eternal Sunshine of the Middle-Aged YouTuber
I've made a ton of content over the past 20 years, and honestly, much of it is garbage. When I started, I didn't know what I was doing and was just figuring things out. A lot of CZcams experts say to remove old content that doesn't align with your current niche, but I feel like it's all part of my journey. Not only could it help someone else see where I started, but it's also helpful for me to look back on.
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Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links):
→ Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA
→ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 // amzn.to/3NcoOmQ
→ DJI Wireless Mic // amzn.to/3SAIGn6
→ Descript // get.descript.com/f36dyivrixr3
→ VidIQ // vidiq.com/bbautista
→ TubeBuddy // www.tubebuddy.com/pricing?a=bbautista
→ StreamYard // streamyard.com/pal/c/5530548536344576
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Don’t overthink it. Perfection prevents progress.
zhlédnutí 394Před 14 dny
We all want our videos to be perfect representations of what we're capable of, and look exactly like the idea we had in our head. But chasing that impossible standard can stop us from ever completing anything. Here's the thing: a done video is way better than a "perfect" one that never gets uploaded. Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links): → Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA → DJI Osmo Pocket 3 //...
Your YouTube channel is your mixtape.
zhlédnutí 404Před měsícem
For those of us who grew up in the '80s and '90s, we used to communicate via mixtapes, curating playlists of songs for someone else. Your CZcams channel's content can vary quite a bit, but, like a good mixtape, it needs to have a central theme. Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links): → Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA → DJI Osmo Pocket 3 // amzn.to/3NcoOmQ → DJI Wireless Mic // amzn.to/3SAIGn6 → ...
A quick win for channels with less than 100 subscribers.
zhlédnutí 2,5KPřed 2 měsíci
If you have less than 100 subscribers, it may be because it's unclear what your channel is about. A quick and easy way to fix this is to update your CZcams channel page to make it really easy to tell what kind of content you make and who it's for. This can be in your channel banner image, the featured video you choose, and the playlists that you highlight. Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate link...
Answer these 2 questions before you make your next video.
zhlédnutí 293Před 2 měsíci
This is a simple trick to help me ensure that my video will add value to its audience while being entertaining (I hope). Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links): → Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA → DJI Osmo Pocket 3 // amzn.to/3NcoOmQ → DJI Wireless Mic // amzn.to/3SAIGn6 → Descript // get.descript.com/f36dyivrixr3 → VidIQ // vidiq.com/bbautista → TubeBuddy // www.tubebuddy.com/pricing?a=bbautist...
Not everything has to be content.
zhlédnutí 510Před 3 měsíci
At some point, you're likely to run out of ideas for your CZcams channel and start racking your brain for ANYTHING you can think of to post because you feel like you need to. But it's not usually good, and you might be better off waiting until you're better inspired. That's why, during a family vacation, I decided to ditch the camera and focus on being present. Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate...
Mr. Miyagi's advice for starting a YouTube channel
zhlédnutí 241Před 4 měsíci
The lessons that Mr. Miyagi taught Daniel to help him win the All-Valley Karate Tournament can be applied to starting a CZcams channel. Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links): → Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA → DJI Osmo Pocket 3 // amzn.to/3NcoOmQ → DJI Wireless Mic // amzn.to/3SAIGn6 → Descript // get.descript.com/f36dyivrixr3 → VidIQ // vidiq.com/bbautista → TubeBuddy // www.tubebuddy.com/pri...
The Art of Handling Negative Comments on YouTube
zhlédnutí 418Před 5 měsíci
Are negative comments on your videos bringing you down? Here are three things to keep in mind. Also, here's the tool I mentioned at the start, VidIQ (referral link): vidiq.com/bbautista Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links): → Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA → DJI Osmo Pocket 3 // amzn.to/3NcoOmQ → DJI Wireless Mic // amzn.to/3SAIGn6 → Descript // get.descript.com/f36dyivrixr3 → VidIQ // vidiq....
Descript is the best video editing platform for new creators.
zhlédnutí 258Před 5 měsíci
Here's why I recommend @Descript to people without any video editing experience to easily make professional-looking/sounding videos. Sign up here (affiliate link): get.descript.com/f36dyivrixr3 Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links): → Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA → DJI Osmo Pocket 3 // amzn.to/3NcoOmQ → DJI Wireless Mic // amzn.to/3SAIGn6 → Descript // get.descript.com/f36dyivrixr3 → TubeBud...
Nobody knows what they’re doing, and everyone is winging it.
zhlédnutí 352Před 5 měsíci
Especially for us older creators, there's a lot of conflicting advice on how to best grow and stand out on CZcams. But no one has all the answers; even the most popular creators are constantly adapting, figuring it out as they go. Take inspiration from others and advice from experts, but be sure to put your own personal spin on it. Don't make the same stuff that everyone else is, give yourself ...
How older content creators can get stuff done, 15 minutes at a time
zhlédnutí 2,3KPřed 6 měsíci
Anyone who has a full-time job, a family, and other responsibilities can probably agree that there never seems to be enough time in the day to work on your creative side projects. Here's the method I use to force myself to keep projects moving forward, 15 minutes at a time. Stuff I Use for Videos (affiliate links): → Sony ZV-1 // amzn.to/3QXY9wA → DJI Osmo Pocket 3 // amzn.to/3NcoOmQ → DJI Wire...
3 Simple Rules for Making Better Vlogs
zhlédnutí 802Před 6 měsíci
3 Simple Rules for Making Better Vlogs
Unfair Advantages for Older Creators on YouTube
zhlédnutí 16KPřed 6 měsíci
Unfair Advantages for Older Creators on CZcams
YouTube Over 40: 3 Tips for Middle-Aged Creators
zhlédnutí 2,1KPřed 6 měsíci
CZcams Over 40: 3 Tips for Middle-Aged Creators
Making cinematic vlogs with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3
zhlédnutí 3,7KPřed 6 měsíci
Making cinematic vlogs with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3
Filming in Public with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3
zhlédnutí 19KPřed 7 měsíci
Filming in Public with the DJI Osmo Pocket 3
The reality of a viral short-form video on your channel's success
zhlédnutí 180Před 8 měsíci
The reality of a viral short-form video on your channel's success
How I Used ChatGPT to Figure Out My YouTube Channel's Niche
zhlédnutí 489Před 8 měsíci
How I Used ChatGPT to Figure Out My CZcams Channel's Niche
YouTube Shorts are helping my channel. TikTok is hurting my soul. 🤣
zhlédnutí 152Před rokem
CZcams Shorts are helping my channel. TikTok is hurting my soul. 🤣
Do you use your cell phone at the movies?
zhlédnutí 334Před rokem
Do you use your cell phone at the movies?
My art teacher made me hate Bob Seger.
zhlédnutí 166Před rokem
My art teacher made me hate Bob Seger.
Stop telling people they look tired. Say this instead.
zhlédnutí 654Před rokem
Stop telling people they look tired. Say this instead.
Creativity in 2023: 10 Minutes Every Day
zhlédnutí 74Před rokem
Creativity in 2023: 10 Minutes Every Day
A second chance for my worst video.
zhlédnutí 87Před 2 lety
A second chance for my worst video.
Bringing juice boxes through airport security.
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 2 lety
Bringing juice boxes through airport security.
Hey.
zhlédnutí 133Před 2 lety
Hey.
Gen X-er playing Fortnite (and getting Spider-Man gloves)
zhlédnutí 54Před 2 lety
Gen X-er playing Fortnite (and getting Spider-Man gloves)
The Best of Mr. Keedy
zhlédnutí 29Před 2 lety
The Best of Mr. Keedy
Playing the classic arcade game "Pac-Land" for the first time in over 30 years
zhlédnutí 71Před 3 lety
Playing the classic arcade game "Pac-Land" for the first time in over 30 years
Playing the "Back to the Future" NES Game to see if it's still horrible
zhlédnutí 53Před 3 lety
Playing the "Back to the Future" NES Game to see if it's still horrible

Komentáře

  • @shahidwiggins
    @shahidwiggins Před 19 hodinami

    Remember this, what you fear will appear, what you fight ignite and what you resist persist. Be confident and understand your mission. Only a few seconds of B roll. So do it with confidence and go about your day.💪🏾

  • @kuya_timmy
    @kuya_timmy Před 19 hodinami

    Hey hey! We work for tips!!! 😂

  • @Cozy_GrapesALT
    @Cozy_GrapesALT Před 20 hodinami

    Yeah true, i have this one in my comment section about homophobia but I dont support homophobic people at all so im deleting it

  • @NeosheaGoering1977

    Hello fellow small CZcamsr! This was a good video. I laughed some as well. Great job! New subscriber here. 🙂

  • @vlogfamous8049
    @vlogfamous8049 Před dnem

    Lmfao G damn foo fighter 😂

  • @vlogfamous8049
    @vlogfamous8049 Před dnem

    I need a stream yard pillow too 😂

  • @TashaJoanWheelhouse

    36 year old here who finally decided to make a channel. 600 subs on my channel Copper Shock and growing. But I still needed to hear this today. I’ve been wondering if I’m “too old” to start as a CZcamsr, but it shouldn’t hold me back. Thanks for this message today.❤

    • @BrandonBautista
      @BrandonBautista Před 2 dny

      Check out some of the other comments below; lots of people in their 60s and 70s getting started. You’ve got this! 🤘

  • @Steven-Thompson
    @Steven-Thompson Před 2 dny

    Absolutely! Done is better than perfect, great reminder to just get it out there👍🏻

  • @OrpheusRGB
    @OrpheusRGB Před 3 dny

    Thanks for this video, Brandon. I like your style!

  • @MonsterSpecialistTed

    I somewhat disagree because though time does pass, that doesn’t mean time gets to dictate how you want to live. It doesn’t mean you have to rush anything for any amount of time. If you want perfection it’s achievable but you’re going to have to really look inside yourself and find it with everything you have. Anyone can be great but you have to find authenticity in yourself whatever that is and that starts with realizing everyone around you is lying to you and themselves and they don’t know how to live this life but you might. It’s about separation of your mind from others your no longer part of the normal people your part of something no can understand and that’s when you open new doors in your mind to things people won’t believe.

    • @BrandonBautista
      @BrandonBautista Před 3 dny

      You make valid points, and I appreciate your feedback! ✌️

  • @jeanettef.chaplin4326

    Love this! Not only am I old, but I'm a teacher with lots of experience. Thanks for the words of encouragement!

  • @SuperMannyphoto
    @SuperMannyphoto Před 3 dny

    So many people try to make us seem like we are too old to do anything online which is crazyyyy talk. I love seeing us middle aged creators who are trying new things and sharing our passions

  • @EncouragementFactory-vg4sd

    Started YouTubing after 60. Mash the accelerator, baby!

  • @TamaraChaos
    @TamaraChaos Před 3 dny

    It's so funny because people always have something to say. If I have a lot of videos they say wow you have a lot of videos, if I have a little bit of videos they say you only have a little bit of videos. Upload more! I have a thousand because I do a lot of shorts because they help grow the channel plus I just really like sharing different events that we attend. Then I have my main videos which are longer.

  • @lisalasers
    @lisalasers Před 4 dny

    i don’t think you have to be better than other creators. people have to like your content, “better” or not.

  • @kuya_timmy
    @kuya_timmy Před 4 dny

    Perfection prevents progress, perfect advice

  • @kuya_timmy
    @kuya_timmy Před 4 dny

    Congrats on 1k+ Brandon!

  • @badlittleplayhouse
    @badlittleplayhouse Před 4 dny

    Another informative and entertaining video! Not sure why people would remove any of their content as they help illustrate your personal evolution as a creator. Great to see your audience growing! Looking forward to your next "not so crappy" video 😉

  • @aliceshapirostudio
    @aliceshapirostudio Před 5 dny

    78!

  • @turoczy_
    @turoczy_ Před 5 dny

    Wait. I have to be concerned that they're better looking, too…? 😭

  • @rhondaleighmusic
    @rhondaleighmusic Před 5 dny

    Yes, the imposter syndrome because of my age is real 😅

  • @xgnals
    @xgnals Před 5 dny

    🌶️

  • @whothetechknows
    @whothetechknows Před 7 dny

    Hey, thank you for your post. I really appreciate the video. I need to get consistent with my channel and I'm very small. I think I have a lot to offer, I just need to get out there and continue to do it. So keep up the good work and thanks for the motivation

  • @BetterNDTravel
    @BetterNDTravel Před 7 dny

    Started my channel age 50 a few months ago. Def a learning curve and speaking to the camera in public is gonna take awhile to get comfortable with 😅 We got this!

  • @Dancing_Alone_wRentals

    Yeah, I've been in that situation......those dogs walking past....making me feel kind of goofy......but then I tell myself....Don't worry about it....none of those dogs know how to drive a car and I'm pretty good at it. Fido? Princess? Lucky? Milo? Bartholomew? ...anybody want to spin the block? .....yeah, Didn't think so. Who looks goofy now?

  • @Dancing_Alone_wRentals

    "not all of them are good" That is what CZcams wanted to call my channel, but then Rene wrote " Actually....not any of them are good....not even one? " He was pretty amazed at my posting videos for years and never once putting up a good one.

  • @TheMrkeedy
    @TheMrkeedy Před 7 dny

    I agree with your thoughts. However, what do you do if you've been making videos since 1964, you're 71 years old and your first video is just as bad as your last? Give up? Take pills? By the way, I have about six followers, including Spielberg, Paul Thomas Anderson and Wes Anderson.

    • @BrandonBautista
      @BrandonBautista Před 7 dny

      You keep going, Mr Keedy! By the way, can you tell where I filmed this? 🟢⚪️

  • @annualtravellers
    @annualtravellers Před 7 dny

    I do that so many times! I take one last look at my 'finished' video and change it 10 times before I post it 😂😂

  • @roddiesimmons8773
    @roddiesimmons8773 Před 7 dny

    Ok, so I am not a fan of the "you stink until you have 100 videos" club. If you simply know how to swim before you jump in the water, you should have no problem. I am 64 and I was making videos way before You Tube came along. In the old days I was the one who made videos at my family's birthday's, including my grandmothers 102-year-old birthday 10 years ago and then put them on DVD and passed them out to the family (yes, if you are over 40 this was how we used to do it). I actually had Adobe Premier Pro and used it to edit events etc. The first video I posted on CZcams was a collaboration with my young daughter: "Summer Simmons, Kid Reporter: Sneak'n Around". it is still on CZcams and i am just as proud of it today as I was 13 years ago. Don't fall for the "You are so awful" experts. Think of how many celebrities wish they had practiced "Throwing Out the First Pitch". They might have not gone viral, but at least they would still have their pride😎

    • @BrandonBautista
      @BrandonBautista Před 7 dny

      I definitely understand this perspective. There are talented people who are good right off the bat. For me, I know that my early videos lack quality and intentionality… but even so, I keep them out there for the reasons I shared. I appreciate your thoughtful comment!

    • @roddiesimmons8773
      @roddiesimmons8773 Před 7 dny

      @@BrandonBautista Thanx! Well, I am going to the hospital in a few weeks, but fingers crossed I would like to host a 40+ Pod cast with you, Silver and Solo and Kitchen Wrangler - Melissa Guerra in about a year when I get my footing. - Roddie 😎

  • @driscollmichelle
    @driscollmichelle Před 7 dny

    Just starting out as well on my CZcams journey I will keep all my content up , but would like to know how to get more subs ..

  • @Walksandwanders
    @Walksandwanders Před 8 dny

    I do enjoy your videos. So nice to watch someone who isn’t manic, shouty and over edited. You make me smile when you refer to yourself as an older creator - I started CZcams aged 62. I’m 67 now and still enjoying the creative process. I started out filming in real film - Super8 cine film back in the 1970s! I learned some basic filming principles back then, but you’re right. Our early stuff on CZcams is a bit crappy but I love being experimental. I have been paid for a couple of videos and am currently working on another paid project. Anyway, I love your videos - they feel like I’m having a chat with a fellow creator. I agree that it’s great to have videos of our younger selves to look back on. I’m currently documenting the whole of my 2024 - a few seconds of each day, to be released just before Christmas . Keep your wise and friendly videos coming. I really appreciate your wisdom. 🙂👍

  • @peteonthemove
    @peteonthemove Před 8 dny

    Agree 100%. Nobody is ever ready to make their 1st video, or their 2nd, or their 3rd. But it`s fun to see where you came from.

  • @GoingsoloinFrance
    @GoingsoloinFrance Před 8 dny

    Imagine you are a car painter, someone who sprays cars for a living. Would you really want your first paint jobs in your portfolio? Your CZcams 'back catalogue' is your work history. Although it's great to look back through our old stuff even just to see how we have improved. Would you really want the viewers to see the 'terrible' stuff. My first 500 videos were terrible in my opinion, but youtube still buys my lunch so I'm not keen on making them private but that's the only reason they are still public. 🙂

  • @AgingOnYourTerms
    @AgingOnYourTerms Před 8 dny

    Love this! ❤

  • @mortalchess
    @mortalchess Před 8 dny

    great content..cool retention hack with the objects popping on and off in the background.

  • @Br0wnb0i
    @Br0wnb0i Před 8 dny

    Something we should be doing as CZcamsrs is when we see a video we should comment to let the creator know WHY we clicked the video, I’m not over 40 but I was intrested in what was being shared for someone in that position so thanks

  • @beautifullifesageg.3951

    Such great videos! I wish you had more subscribers…people need to know you exist!

  • @Br0wnb0i
    @Br0wnb0i Před 8 dny

    Bro is really me

  • @brendalg4
    @brendalg4 Před 8 dny

    How are these not just ideas for anyone at any age?

  • @xgnals
    @xgnals Před 8 dny

    I like looking at channels’ oldest videos, just to see how they started

  • @LivingLifewithJudith

    Well, I'm going to keep my old videos up for sure, now that you've mentioned that! 😳😆

  • @alicepirola7077
    @alicepirola7077 Před 8 dny

    62 yrs and still waiting 😂 for that perfect TIME to START. I am almost there. Gotta just jump in the pond!!!

  • @boyerboytalks
    @boyerboytalks Před 8 dny

    hilarious

  • @paulmilakeve
    @paulmilakeve Před 8 dny

    Turning 52 in a few weeks and started my channel about 2 years ago. My unfair advantage is that I was able to live an extraordinary life and I have a lot of experiences to share. Appreciate the video. Well done,

  • @ohiocharlietinyhouse

    I just hit 150 subscribers hope to hit 1k soon , what what ...

  • @stevelavelle2301
    @stevelavelle2301 Před 9 dny

    Thanks for the video and I really like the simplicity of the process, well done

  • @RetifsGarage
    @RetifsGarage Před 9 dny

    I’m over 50, I started my channel à few years ago as a hobby sharing some of my interest like vintage analog photography, I don’t care about how often I post, fancy editing, caring to much about the stats, I’m growing slowly but my motivation is sharing, I don’t care about monétisation and my content is partly in English partly in French because, well, hey, why not 😊 do what you like, it’s fun to publish if you don’t look for massive views, just nice interaction with some nice people around the world…

  • @e.christopherclark7367

    Great points here, old pal.

    • @BrandonBautista
      @BrandonBautista Před 9 dny

      Chris, I miss your old lunch streams. Hope all is well. 🙌

  • @TSGAdventures
    @TSGAdventures Před 9 dny

    I never worry about perfection but more about trying to get better each time out and even sometimes even that don't work out. 😅 Not saying I have not done videos over again because i did not like the way it turned out. My last upload i did 3 times but then thought just edit it and post it. Sometimes doing this you just have get out of your own head and learn to take the good with the bad. My last video has not even broke 100 views but i was really happy with it so it is what it is.

    • @BrandonBautista
      @BrandonBautista Před 9 dny

      The videos I am most happy with are always the ones that get the least views! 😂

  • @StellarInsightsAstrologyUnveil

    I really can’t believe you’re over 40. Great video! New subscriber here 😊❤️