Understanding The Passion of a Creator

1:1 w/ @LloydNotGeorge We talk his journey as a creator, what drives him DAILY. How he continues to be creative and FOCUSED on showing up for his community. Lloyd gives some insights on what are his best practices and common pitfalls to avoid for new and veteran content creators. We unravel the art and science behind content creation, managing expectations, and the thrilling journey of being a digital creator. From studio gear to the software that brings our ideas to life, we cover it all. Discover the microphones, cameras and lenses, lighting, and accessories that can elevate your creative projects. Support the channel by checking out our recommended products and buy merch to keep the creative juices flowing! #contentcreation #podcast #blackcreators #VideoPodcast #ContentDistribution #ContentCreationInsights #DigitalStorytelling #ConsumerTechnology CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Lloyd George Background 2:30 - Content Creation Journey 5:42 - Favorite Part of Content Creation 8:16 - Starting with Audio Podcasts 10:45 - Audio versus Video Content 15:15 - Growth Opportunities in Content Creation 17:30 - LinkedIn Strategies for Creators 21:15 - Overcoming Self-Doubt in Content Creation 24:11 - Optimal Content Posting Times 27:40 - Editing Process for 60 Minute Sessions 30:15 - Essential Tools for Creators 34:31 - Content Creation Best Practices 36:40 - Finding Lloyd George Online 37:20 - Outro If you find value in the content I bring. Your support as a subscriber, member and/or backer is GREATLY appreciated - https://link.hicksnewmedia.com/support Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyXIFu_U_h-3LCfRN26adIg/join While each video series has a specific target and focus - One of my primary goals is to always Enlighten, Entertain and Educate. Thank you for your continued support - PLEASE click the link to SUBSCRIBE to my channel and hit that NOTIFICATIONS bell to always know when I go LIVE! ------------------------ 🙏🏾 Support The Channel: https://link.hicksnewmedia.com/support (one time and recurring options) 👕  Buy Merch: https://link.hicksnewmedia.com/merch Create your own dope merch store PLUS get $15 when you sign up - https://geni.us/fourthwall —————————————————————————————————— 💻 STUDIO GEAR SOFTWARE 👉🏾 Ecamm Live: https://links.jameshicks.org/ecamm Restream.io: https://link.hicksnewmedia.com/restream Envato Elements: https://1.envato.market/jameshicks AppSumo: https://appsumo.8odi.net/jameshicks Opus Pro (Generative AI video editor) - https://clip.opus.pro/r?code=HGHPSQGD Fellow - meeting management and collaboration: https://fellow.cello.so/AMWOehFkiFb Canva: https://partner.canva.com/jameshicks 📷 CAMERAS and LENSES 👉🏾 Sony ZV-E1 (Full Frame): geni.us/ELysB Sony FX-30 (APS-C): https://geni.us/eaQX Sony ZV-E10 (APS-C): https://geni.us/Ars6V9 Sony ZV-1 (APS-C): https://geni.us/FEB0 🖥️ COMPUTERS / HARDWARE Apple Mac Studio M1 Max 2022 | 10-Core CPU | 32GB RAM | 512GB SSD: https://geni.us/swFMK Apple MacBook Pro 2021 14in, M1 Pro | 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD: https://geni.us/wwfoNQ LG 16:18 28” DualUp Monitor - https://geni.us/DSDuL9E LG 34” LED Curved UltraWide - https://geni.us/Tunn6ZD RODECaster Pro 2: https://geni.us/dv8M CalDigit TB4 Element Hub: https://geni.us/e6Zg0rn 🎤 MICROPHONE 👉🏾 Shure SM7dB: https://geni.us/CfA9S Shure SM7B: https://geni.us/GNoIB Lewitt LCT 440 Pure: https://geni.us/k9RxXt1 Rode PodMic USB and XLR - https://geni.us/SaIp 💡 LIGHTING Zhiyun Molus X100 Pro Kit, bi-color COB light: https://geni.us/4bPG Zhiyun Molus G60 Combo, bi-color COB light: https://geni.us/6lBFN Godox TL60 RBG tube light: https://geni.us/gV7XD Elgato Key Light Mini: https://geni.us/3udQN Philips Hue Smart Lighting: https://geni.us/cmgS | https://geni.us/U4m9 | https://geni.us/C0dDYfF | https://geni.us/pLQxf9o ACCESSORIES Elgato Master Mount L: https://geni.us/8f5Nc Elgato Solid Extension Arm: https://geni.us/8OpVPu Elgato Flex Extension Arm: https://geni.us/kyAcJkk Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile: https://geni.us/SaA7 KZ ZSN-C Quad Driver In Ear Monitors: https://geni.us/F1niG Elgato Cam Link 4K Capture Card: https://geni.us/4uwu Elgato Stream Deck XL: https://geni.us/AkUK Elgato Stream Deck +: https://geni.us/jSu3B Lametric wi-fi clock: https://geni.us/vCYbLX IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Monitors: https://geni.us/bdzGyg Adjustable desktop stand (for monitor or anything with a VESA mount): https://geni.us/FLZRF See all of my Top Recommendations here: https://kit.co/HicksNewMedia Link aggregation tool (Genius Link): https://geni.us/yPYsr1f —————————————————————————————————— • Connect With Me & Stay Up To Date: https://jameshicks.link Note: all links should be considered affiliate links. Using these links helps support t