Reminds me of the quote by James Gleick - 'When information is cheap, attention becomes expensive.'

Remember this quote for creators: “if you can’t find it, make it.”

This is great advice! In the past I’ve tried to be on every social platform, but got for the last few years I’ve learned to narrow down my focus in order to create consistent, high quality content. I’d like to think that it’s starting to pay off. Thanks for sharing this Matt!

Finding this video at the very end of 2021 after wondering and feeding the idea of creating my own channel for months now knowing you put this out in 2018, almost 4 years ago, is amazing! I admire your work and believe that the whole concept of creating content worth engaging with is crucial even MORE now than ever. Thanks for the EXCELLENT work you keep delivering Matt.

I love the vibe of your videos. The colors, framing, audio, and overall editing work really well together to give a super relaxed and simple feel.

Love this video. So often we're consumed with what's trending and what content will garner more subscribers, but staying true to self and constantly experimenting is, what I think, will keep people around. You have a dope channel!

DUDE! I woke up at 4:30am today to continue working on my book - and seeing a notification for a new video from you pop in was additional inspiration man! Just freakin listened to this 2 times to make sure it sunk in (even though I also watched the full interview 2 days ago). Sadly, I'm one of those people that go through these periods where I wont post to my Insta account for long periods of time and then all the sudden Im active again and wonder why my audience isn't as engaged. And even though I know that's not a good way to get people to want to constantly follow along in my story - sometimes you have to hear it from an outside source. Thanks man, Jeff.

I found your channel maybe like a week ago and I can't stop! I love how your videos are so thought out and the way it just calms my mind watching them. Keep up the good work! :)

YES YES YES! We daily vlogged for 2 years solid and just recently stopped so that we could put more intention into our content. This was a great confirmation that we are on the right track. It was a hard switch but really good for us.

Can't wait to watch this after my quiz! Always quality content! Wish me luck y'all! :)

Loving your stuff. It shows that you aren't just giving advice for the sake of giving advice. Your preaching what you practice.

I like GaryVee's approach to this. He says that branding and all that stuff doesn't really matter, and that you should just make content that is true to yourself. Basically "just do your thing". Some people want and can produce good daily content, but other people have a totally different approach. A good example is CGP Grey. He has a pretty large community around his videos and his podcasts even though he is putting out his stuff on a pretty inconsistent basis. And he has always worked like that. People like him probably take longer to grow a decent community, but I think their community is more likely to be loyal as well. And of course you need to be patient no matter what your approach is. By the way, I kind of disagree with her point on the algorithm. I personally WANT to see everything the people I follow post, on the platforms I use (Twitter and Instagram in particular). I try to take care not to follow too many people for this reason. Maybe I'm just old school, and this obviously doesn't apply to everyone, but saying "people don't want to see everything" is certainly not true. There's a good reason why so many people complain about Instagram's algorithm or changes in the Twitter API that might prevent third party apps to function properly.

thanks for the reminder. I tried to post every day, though now I am at weekly posts. I know that my editing style is not good yet, but I think that creating and learning through the mistakes while doing that, will bring me further. love your channel :)

Just discovered your channel, and I'm really digging your videos. Super professional and a lot of practical, genuine advice. :)

Thanks for this video! I'm just starting out and I nearly fell into the trap of having too many social media platforms. This came at the right time. Time to focus and get stuff done!

Love your channel man. Keep making awesome content!

Loved this so much thank you, Matt! I have been trying to figure out how to approach my channel the what, the how ,and the when you definitely tackled the when and being intentional about what to post.

Dude love your content! Your style is motivating others so much!

Nice and refreshing take on the whole content creator space. People get caught up in the quantitative, when all we want is quality. Then let the algorithms do their work. You'll be good in the end.

One of the best channels out there for creatives. Keep up the good work mate!

This was, really interesting and well thought out. I’m so fond of the edits you made in your conversation with Hope. That was great

I've been loving your content. I really needed to hear this!

I admire your work so much man! This video really helped me as I am a creator that is on all platforms, and I feel like its just a part of the life. Your video has helped me realize that maybe i need to take a step back and see what I really want to do... Thanks as always matt. Question: I'm looking to start a podcast for my other buisness that I'm starting up. I was wondering what kind of mics those are? I really like the style and quality of those! Thanks!

What a great video.. I started watching your videos a few weeks back and have really enjoyed them. Awesome stuff!

Such an amazing channel and content! Thank you for this video brother, I really had to hear this.

Here I am commenting cause I like the work and really do believe in the message of this video and a bunch of others. I felt like I needed to add that from what Hope mentioned in the video. This video covers something I've been thinking about recently not just because I've been seeing it out in the world but because I struggle with this every day. I'm a young graphic designer wanting to grow my IG following but I feel I don't consistently put what I think is ”great content.” But you're right, focus on a few things and try to put one thing out a week. Small steps first. I guess I just want to rush and go for the big stuff first is because that's what I'm passionate about. But it's a process and things take time. This episode resonates with me on a whole other level. Really awesome interview with Hope!!

Love your job!! And I love the concept!! Awesome! Keep going!!

I binge watch your content when I'm in a creative block and it always helps

Such a great video Matt, packed full of helpful information. Great timing for me given where I'm at with my channel, so thanks for sharing. BTW I can highly recommend the podcast with Hope Leigh, it's brilliant!

Love it! I've done the bad posts every day and the awesome stuff infrequently... The key is somewhere in the middle.

Matt, I'm really enjoying your content. Your podcasts are so refreshing and give me a chance to learn and hear new ideas. I have a hard time watching the same content, but a great place to come back and listen to specifics when I'm back at my desk. Ok time to head over to iTunes to give you a good review!

I just went and downloaded that episode. Thanks for sharing Matt!

this is literally what I needed to hear, I love you and your content so much ♡

Dude I just love your videos! So helpful

You make some great points! Right now, I upload twice a week and try to make good, consistent content. I thought about going back to weekly uploads to make better content, but I love filming and editing so much that I don't think I'll be fulfilled. So, I'll just keep plugging along til something changes in my head. Btw, subbed... ✌🏾 🚀

Love the insight in your videos and Podcast.. it's something I want to continue to watch.

Never have steered me wrong, love the channel Matt!

I love your content man! I was recommended to watch you by a filmmaker buddy & so glad he did! I'm keen to watch more !✌🏼

Couldn't agree more man, thanks for keeping it real and bringing wisdom to the table!

Loved the advice! Keep up the good work!

Matt, this was SOOOOOOOOOO helpful. Thank you for all that you do!! Much love and more life!

Totally agree with this young woman. I have found that authentic engagement is the way to go to build a brand as a content creator. Great chat!

3:48...thank you Matt for creating good content that I am excited to see your video come up in my auto play. Keep it up man!

Thank you Thank you! Congrats on 80K

Matt’s just one of those authentic creators you really want to keep up with, because of his great content! 👍🏾

It's so true. I was trying to juggle all the social media platforms and I found my self frustrated and worn out because I was not getting the response I was hopping for. In the long run I wore my self out and stopped all together.

Hi Matt, I really enjoy watching your videos and I get a ton of value from them. Keep up the good work!

Matt, you are changing my life in all the positive ways you possibly could

Yes, please, more deep details on how to craft one content outline or plan that can be repetitive and works with any content genre. I love her pieces of advice, I'll search her up, and I wish I can find more tips from her. Thanks.

Thanks for the tips! Godspeed and God bless!

Thanks for the advice and love the content

Great info... Thought provoking and helpful ... Thanks!

Meaningful content Matt!! That's awesome.

Thank you for the advice. I am trying to think more about the videos I make and you help me a lot 💙

Thank you for the interesting advice! Will try to implement.

yeup 4:14 to 4:25 that's me, everytime i see Matt D'avella post, i know i am going to enjoy the content and take out lots of value out of it. (always well done from the content to the filming and the editing) Thank you for the great Videos Matt :)

I’m going in videos learning how to create better content so thank you for sharing this!

Thanks for sharing this! It definitely helps me as I lead a content creative agency. Thanks so much

Awesome shit! Thanks man!

Awesome advice! It was really eye opening. Thank you!!!

Very inspirational! Love it!

Absolutely agree! Thanks for sharing all these valid points!

This was a great video/advice! Thanks Matt!

So inspiring! love the music!

My first encounter to Matt D'Avella's channel was the 30 Days without Social Media. From then on I keep on watching his videos here in YT. Nice work Matt! -Kumi from PH

Well I’m three years late to the content party, but as I’m starting out, I’ve found great value in this. Thanks for making it. Peace to you and thanks for the great tips.

Thanks for the great advice.

Really enjoyed this podcast, loving these video bites 👌🏻

Thanks man! Really trying to get better at filming, since I'm still new to this. Have the information, but have to work on my artistic eye.

Good advice. Thank you!

Love your UK cushion! Awesome content as well lol

I appreciate this advice...thanks

Yeah this guy has got it clearly his vids are dope well done bro

Super helpful!!! Shared.

Thoughtful, helpful tips. Thank you!

consistency & quality for success in all things

thank you!

Great advice! Love this!

your channel is the only one that i have consistently watched from the very beginning

You have really inspired me Matt! Thank you so much.

Hey man. Great video. As always!

This is a very useful advice, keep up the good work ! 🙏🏿

This was helpful! Thanks matt!

This is incredible. THANK you for this Matt. 100%

I love Matt I know you will give greatness!!!

Thanks for this Matt! ❤️

Awesome content and impactful thoughts! Thank you for your video :)

Wow really useful and informative video. Thanks man!

I love your content man. I listen 👂 allot on your podcast at apple podcast your really great! Keep it up man!!!

Subbed in the first 8 seconds just for that silky smooth intro

This was really educational and helpful. Thank you for making and sharing this. :)

as someone who is on the start of trying to become a content creator i found this very helpful, thank you :)

100% agree. This has been my strategy over the last year.

Dude your sound is awesome! What are you using for microphone/sound processing? To be honest, I want to use what ever you use. Thanks!

yo Matt, did you go for any vocal class? Your VO sounds good. By the way, keep up with the great work :)

I am small KZfaqr and I am enjoying it but I am struggling to create my content so starting to watch some videos to help me to get better with my channel. Thank you for this video.

Great advice. I hope the algorithms are working out for you Matt

this was so helpful ill definitely take the time to watch that podcast

Thanks. For the beginner like me. You give useful information and inspire me to do better.

Great Work !!