In this week’s episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, Roberto Blake joins me to break down the real state of YouTube in 2025. We dive into why 90% of creators never reach 1,000 subscribers, the surprising number of videos it takes to hit 100K, and how Shorts, live streaming, AI tools, and dynamic ad insertion are reshaping the creator economy. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling toward full-time, this conversation is packed with strategies you can apply right now. What We Offer Creators <a href="https://geni.us/V7V1T" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Join Creator Communities</a>. A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE!  <a href="https://geni.us/uTduhMi" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Hire Dusty To Be Your YouTube Coach</a> <a href="https://geni.us/gu0s8" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">YouTube Channel Reviews (Audit)</a>: Get a 7-10 minute personalized video review of your YouTube channel with honest, actionable feedback for just $50. <a href="https://geni.us/zOm9L" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Subscribe to our weekly newsletter:</a> Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! <a href="https://geni.us/LBF9xi">All Tools Mentioned On The Show:</a> The Ultimate Entrepreneurs Resource. This is the spreadsheet where I keep all of the tools mentioned by all the guests on the podcast. BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): <a class="external-link" href="https://geni.us/oPCt7Cf" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/oPCt7Cf</a> Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): <a class= "external-link" href="https://geni.us/h4zMWAP" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/h4zMWAP</a> Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): <a class="external-link" href= "https://geni.us/TrpwY0" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/TrpwY0</a> GeniusLink Link Shortener: <a class="external-link" href= "https://geni.us/fHPAe" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/fHPAe</a> Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): <a class="external-link" href="https://geni.us/rlEKkLB" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/rlEKkLB</a> E-commerce (Shopify): <a class="external-link" href= "https://geni.us/m9ctWwe" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/m9ctWwe</a> Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) <a class= "external-link" href="https://geni.us/PLlt1M" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/PLlt1M</a> My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: <a class="external-link" href= "https://geni.us/B9eb5P" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/B9eb5P</a> 🎙️ Microphone: <a class="external-link" href= "https://geni.us/QarC" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/QarC</a> 🎤 Audio Interface: <a class="external-link" href= "https://geni.us/kaosfB" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://geni.us/kaosfB</a> 🎧 Headphones: <a class="external-link" href= "https://amzn.to/48YcHlB" target="_blank" rel= "noopener nofollow">https://amzn.to/48YcHlB</a> Follow The Show: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572836755203">Facebook</a> /// <a href="https://x.com/ytcreatorshub">X</a> /// <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@YouTubeCreatorsHubPodcast">YouTube</a> /// <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/youtubecreatorshubpodcast/">Instagram</a> About Roberto: Roberto Blake is a seasoned entrepreneur, YouTuber, and digital marketing expert known for empowering creators through his "Create Something Awesome" philosophy. As the founder and CEO of Awesome Creator Academy, he helps content creators and businesses build successful brands online. With over 500,000 YouTube subscribers and multiple successful businesses, Roberto is a respected voice in the creator economy. He frequently speaks at industry events and has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and other major publications for his expertise in content creation, monetization strategies, and building sustainable creative businesses. Connect With Roberto: <a href="https://www.robertoblake.com">Official Website: robertoblake.com</a> - Main hub with courses, consulting services, and resources. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/robertoblake2">YouTube Channel: youtube.com/robertoblake2</a> - 640K subscribers, featuring creator tutorials and business advice. <a href="https://twitter.com/robertoblake">Twitter: twitter.com/robertoblake</a> - Daily insights on creator economy and digital marketing trends

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