A list of different products and services I use and/or recommend. I will be updating this document regularly, but you can grab it here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J5if_YJLS7Bnu59OEW3bW8aN3qvW3vP7G5rHbfpLoCI/edit?usp=sharing It will also be placed in the classroom under resources.

@Ty Myers I was just looking at the tracker sheet you shared — it’s GREAT, thank you so much! I'm excited to start filling it out right away, but I have a quick question before I do… Should I add a first row to include the date before I restarted my channel?I already had a few subscribers back then, but there was no engagement at all — the channel was pretty much inactive. Thanks again!

Ideas and comments are welcome. Apart from social media sites, which other websites are you using to advertise your YouTube videos and send more views to your channel?

Hey, If you’ve been scrolling through YouTube lately, you’ve probably noticed how some creators’ videos just pop out of the feed, even amidst the chaos of thumbnails. One creator who’s mastered this is Jon Youshaei, and his secret weapon? A consistent colour scheme in his thumbnails. The Technique: Jon keeps one colour consistent across thumbnails (e.g., “$10M Drama” or interviews), helping viewers spot his content instantly. Why It’s Powerful: - Brand Recognition: A 2021 study shows consistent colours boost recognition by 33%. - Higher CTR: VidIQ data suggests a 20% CTR increase with recognisable cues. - Loyalty: Familiarity builds trust and repeat views. - Stands Out: A unique colour cuts through the feed’s noise. How to Apply It: - Pick a signature colour (e.g., teal or red). - Use it in every thumbnail. - Test with YouTube Analytics and stick with it. My Take: Jon’s decent view count shows consistency beats flashy variety. I’m trying teal next—anyone else in? Share your thoughts or colour picks below! Cheers, Des

Just crossed 2,000 watch hours and feeling deeply grateful. I started this channel with a clear mission: Help 1 million people escape the sedentary life and boost their health and happiness the simplest way, using nature-based practices. It wasn’t always clear how to bring that mission to life. I explored different formats, listened closely to feedback from this amazing community, and kept experimenting until I found what truly works for me: unedited videos and authentic daily content (I’m a Consistency Expert btw) Soooo I’m literally showing what’s possible as I’m walking the walk... I just posted my 115th episode in the Daily Outdoor Wellness Dose playlist, which I started on February 1st, right in the heart of Canadian winter. These videos are all filmed outdoors, where I share simplified, evidence-based insights mixed with personal stories and small actionable steps. And in my Walk With Me playlist, I post nearly 20 new videos each month, documenting my walks in all seasons and all weather conditions… it’s an opportunity to discover the reality not only the beauty of the neighborhoods I’m walking around… Because every video is part of something bigger; Helping people make outdoor time a regular part of daily life…. If this resonates with you, feel free to check out the channel or share it to help spread the movement. Help me help them. Yalla Go Outside!™ 🪁