For the past 10 years, I've been in the trenches with content creators, hearing the same dreams over and over: more family time, ability to travel, and sharing their passions with the world. But here's the catch: even after they've figured out how to make YouTube their full-time gig, they end up feeling stuck—overwhelmed, running in place, and not really living the life they imagined. Growing a channel is one thing, but the real magic happens when you learn to turn that channel into a thriving business that gives you freedom, not just more tasks. It's not about chasing after more money; it's about creating a life you love and having the freedom to enjoy it. Today, I'm peeling back the curtain on my journey. I'll share the big challenges I faced, the business smarts I picked up along the way, and how all this shapes my plan for this channel. Welcome to the Creator Business Lab podcast, where our aim is to equip you with everything you need to build a million-dollar business around your YouTube Channel. And I won't stop there—I'll also share my go-to books for anyone wanting to grow a business as a creator. Let's dive in! Resources in this Episode: * Business Model Generation: https://amzn.to/3H6XoLQ * The Personal MBA: https://amzn.to/48Luz38 * The E-myth Revisited: https://amzn.to/47t23m7 * Ready, Fire, Aim: https://amzn.to/47lQQDP * $100 Offers: https://amzn.to/3tABGwJ

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