I talk about strategies to avoid burnout for content creators and online business operators. Drawing inspiration from YouTubers who quit due to burnout, I emphasize the importance of doing work that is enjoyable, setting clear boundaries between work and personal life, taking breaks, maintaining a small team for manageability, and focusing on sustainability over chasing trends.

00:00 Welcome
00:23 The Burnout Epidemic Among YouTubers
00:32 Creating Content You Love: The Key to Avoiding Burnout
01:18 The Perils of Chasing Views and Building Large Teams
04:13 Sustainability and Enjoyment: The Core of Content Creation
05:05 The Trap of Audience Capture and Its Consequences
08:21 Practical Tips for Avoiding Burnout and Ensuring Longevity
11:18 Quality Over Perfection: Finding the Right Balance
12:45 Adding Variety to Prevent Creative Monotony

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I talk with Jared Bauman about building a personal brand through his project, Weekend Growth. Bauman describes Weekend Growth as his avenue for sharing SEO strategies, project updates, organic growth tips, and more, balancing this personal brand initiative with running an SEO agency and hosting the Niche Pursuit Podcast.

Jared shares insights on managing an engaged email newsletter, content creation challenges, and the journey of adapting to YouTube.

🔥 Connect with Jared!
https://201creative.com/
https://weekendgrowth.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@weekendgrowth
https://jaredbauman.com/

00:00 Introduction to Part Two with Jared Bauman
01:07 The Strategy Behind Weekend Growth and Its Impact
05:01 Exploring the Success and Challenges of Email Newsletters
15:50 Transitioning to YouTube: A New Challenge
17:41 Reflecting on Public Speaking and YouTube Differences
29:34 Future Directions for Weekend Growth
33:13 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Jared

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In this episode, Doug talks with Jared Bauman, CEO of 201 Creative, covering the intricacies of running an SEO agency and the nuances of building a personal brand via newsletters and YouTube.

The first part of the interview focuses on 'A Day in the Life of Running an SEO Agency,' where Jared shares insights into client management, team dynamics, business development, and the challenges of SEO work.

🔥 Connect with Jared!
https://201creative.com/
https://weekendgrowth.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@weekendgrowth
https://jaredbauman.com/

00:00 Welcome & Podcast Overview
00:46 Meet Jared Bauman: SEO Expert and Entrepreneur
01:38 Deep Dive into Running an SEO Agency
02:53 Exploring the Specialization in SEO Services
05:23 Clientele and Business Model Insights
07:37 The Founding Story and Team Dynamics
09:38 Remote Work and Team Structure
13:12 Jared's Personal Work Routine and Productivity Tips
19:35 Handling Client Priorities and Fires
19:47 Mastering Prioritization and Delegation
22:49 The Eisenhower Matrix: A Game-Changer in Productivity
25:14 Client Interaction Strategies for Optimal Service
31:21 Deep Dive into SEO: Strategies and Client Types
37:54 The Art of Client Management in SEO
40:18 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead

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