The timeless question of social media is: does your follower count matter? But it's a lot more than a yes or no answer. In this episode, Lucas and VJ discuss the different reasons why your follower count should or shouldn't matter on social media. Do you want brand partnerships? Fame? Vanity? They discuss when it IS appropriate to worry about your follower count and when it isn't and some other goals you can set instead. Leave us a note about what you think about this episode. We would...

Have you gone all in on video content yet? Are you looking for the right way to get started? In this episode, VJ and Lucas outline their best tips for creating solid video content: from scripting, to recording, to editing. Leave us a note about what you think about this episode. We would love to hear from you! 👇Clickable Links start here👇 ☎️ Contact us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lucas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Creator Juice Official⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🤙If you would like to suggest the topic for our next...

Worried about the TikTok ban? Or losing ANY of your social media platforms? In this episode, Lucas and VJ discuss what content creators can do to safeguard their accounts and audiences against bans, platform changes, and deactivated accounts. Leave us a note about what you think about this episode. We would love to hear from you! 👇Clickable Links start here👇 ☎️ Contact us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lucas⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠VJ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Creator Juice Official⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🤙If you would like to suggest the topic...

Ready to kick perfection to the curb and just get creating? If you've ever stared at a computer screen for hours wondering WHAT you're going to turn into content, then this episode is for you. In this episode, Lucas and VJ set a challenge for themselves: Can we record, edit, and upload a full (and high quality) podcast episode in 30 minutes or less? And this episode IS the product of that challenge. They also share some practical tips for overcoming writer's block, creating your own...

"Can my content evolve into something else I find interesting or do I stick to my niche?" If you've ever asked yourself this question, this episode is for you. In this episode, VJ and Lucas discuss VJ's keen interest in changing his content style. They talk about the pros and cons and discuss some common tactical challenges around questions like "Should I start a new account or use my existing account?" Welcome a segment we like to call "Creator Therapy". A friendly conversation with...

We've all been there: We want to grow our audience, our network, and even our customers, but we're afraid of how to do it in a way that doesn't scare people off. Luckily, there IS a right way to do it and it's helped Lucas and VJ grow hundreds of thousands of followers for their audiences. In this episode we break down the right way to network both online and offline in a way that establishes strong connections, collaboration opportunities, and of course, a strong...

Do want to unlock the secrets to high quality video content? Well the best place to look is at content creators who are already doing exactly that. This episode is our first ever Creator Showcase where we breakdown the strategies used by 6 viral video content creators that we're loving right now. We share practical insights that you can apply from what has worked for these creators so get your notebooks ready. 👇Clickable Links start here👇 ☎️ Contact us: ⁠Lucas⁠ | ⁠VJ⁠ | ⁠Creator Juice...

This is a big one! VJ is about to embark on a productivity and lifestyle challenge called Project 50...in fact, you may have heard of it. In this episode, Lucas and VJ talk about what Project 50 is and how productivity challenges can really boost your output as a content creator. They discuss how you can stay motivated, consistent, and the important of leveraging community and an accountability buddy. BONUS: Don't forget to get the FREE Project 50 tracker below and consider joining VJ's...

Do you wonder if quality matters more than quantity when it comes to content creation? Or vice-versa? Then this episode is for you. In this episode, Lucas and VJ talk about what matters more in this classic debate for content creators everywhere. They discuss putting in the work to get the quantity of content that is needed in order to reach a high quality and also how the debate factors into your social media presence and personal brand. 👇Clickable Links start here👇 ☎️ Contact us:...

Looking to build a stand out brand that gets noticed on social media and online? Then this episode is for you. In this episode, Lucas and VJ talk about how you can plan a brand that speaks to your passions, your online goals, and gets seen and recognized by your target audience. They answer the questions that nobody is challenging you to think about so get ready for a real deep dive in personal branding. 👇Clickable Links start here👇 ☎️ Contact us: ⁠Lucas⁠ | ⁠VJ⁠ | ⁠Creator Juice Official⁠...

Not sure about how to build your community on social media or where to start? Then this episode is for you. In this episode, Lucas and VJ talk about how you can build your community by applying 3 simple strategies when you show up on social media. They talk about what exactly is "community" and what are some mistakes to avoid when building your community as a creator. BONUS: Don't forget to get the FREE Networking Tracker below to keep track of your community-building...

It's no secret that going live on the social media platforms of today is an amazing way to connect with your audience and to build your brand. ...so why are so few creators doing it?! Because it's scary! But after thousands of hours of live-streaming, we're here to ease those fears. Join Lucas and VJ as they share and break down their tips, routines, and strategies for delivering a rockin' live-stream for your audience. In this episode: •⁠ ⁠Things to do before going live •⁠ ⁠How to find...

Is your social media engagement down? Did you ever have engagement for your account to begin with? Not to worry. These are the most common problems effecting content creators, regardless of what platform you're creating and sharing content on. So in this episode, Lucas and VJ breakdown what you can do to "revive" your social media engagement. And if you're just beginning with this stage of social media growth, this episode is also for you as we breakdown an easy engagement routine that any...

Have you ever considered leaving your job to become a full time content creator? The risks involved? The sign that it's the right time to do so? The income streams you can rely on? Well Lucas just did that! After 8 years as a full time school teacher and 4 years doubling as a content creator, he's finally made the switch to creating and sharing content and running his own business full time. This episode was guided by YOU! Our audience and the amazing questions you asked Lucas about making...

This episode isn’t about why a personal brand is better than a 9-5 job or vice-versa. It’s about why it's worth building a personal brand WHILE working your 9-5 job, the obstacles you’ll face while doing it, and HOW to overcome these obstacles. What will your friends and family think? Should you build in private/silence and not tell anyone about your brand? Or out in the open in public? How can you balance both and should you balance them equally? How can you do this without feeling like...

In this episode of Creator Juice, Lucas and VJ breakdown how you can go about creating content from your every day life. Personal content is carving its way through social media, especially video, with no signs of stopping. But is it as easy as just propping up your camera and going about your day to day activities? Can this really be content? What do you need to actually make it? How can you document the every day while still being present with yourself? We answer all of these, along...

This episode is all about goal setting. If you’re a content creator, you know how important it is to set and maintain goals: for growth, motivation, and reaching that next level for your business or what makes you creative. Join VJ and Lucas as they breakdown 5 of the most effective goal-setting strategies, explaining the pros and cons of each, and helping you find the right one for you. They also share why goal-setting doesn’t have to just be tied to the new year. So regardless of when...

In this episode, Lucas and VJ talk about Influence. That is: Having influence in your industry vs. Being a social media influencer. One is sought after, and one has a stigma to it, but are they really that different? This conversation stems from VJ attending a design conference where he got to listen to and meet one of his idols: Chris Do. Following this experience, Lucas and VJ dove into a conversation about whether having influence online makes you an influencer, some of the misconceptions...

In this episode, VJ and Lucas engage in their first session of what they're calling “Creator Therapy”. Feeling bogged down by a lack of consistency on social media, VJ dives into what obstacles he’s currently facing as a content creator who is trying to create and post content consistently. This episode addresses why consistency matters so much, and why it's so hard to maintain. In response to all this, Lucas comes to his aid (and possibly yours too!) with strategies for staying consistent...

Welcome to Creator Juice: the podcast bringing inspiration, motivation, and accountability to the world of the content creator. In this episode, Lucas and VJ discuss how you can stay motivated as a content creator. As two friends with years of creative experience themselves, lack of motivation still strikes from time to time and they discuss their best tips and mental strategies for keeping those creative juices flowing. --- Send in a voice message:...