I help creators achieve sustainable YouTube growth—without the hustle. With over 200,000 podcast downloads and years of experience in email marketing and list building, I teach people how to grow on YouTube at a pace that supports a slower, more intentional lifestyle.
My approach focuses on combining YouTube growth strategies, effective email marketing, and selling your own products—digital or physical—to build a brand that brings steady income and long-term stability.
012. Stop Overthinking & Start Creating: 5 Things New YouTubers Need
If you’re just starting your YouTube channel, this video will help you approach it with the right mindset so you can grow faster and avoid overwhelm.Join my free community, the Next Level Creator Hub: https://www.skool.com/next (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEtDVURmM1A0MzRSbnlTbzFJMVd1R29Ec2Nqd3xBQ3Jtc0tuckQ0d3VhcXBtbUNIbGM5UFlQdHBZeFVOT2hCUDM0Mm95UXVLYnBHeThhRDJqR2NERmxCYVhvV1VmZkIxSk4wODVMY2JPSkhYaHdtMTl6ODBRendsOU92WTdaR1BJeFRlYlFhY3pvTWhZM1A1V1o1dw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fnext&v=SUkkMUe_Z40)
Watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/SUkkMUe_Z40?si=60Wq0oU06EcwDFJa (https://youtu.be/SUkkMUe_Z40?si=60Wq0oU06EcwDFJa)
In this video, I share the 5 most important things every beginner should know, including:
✨ Why you must optimize YouTube for YouTube
✨ Why perfection doesn’t matter as much as being human
✨ How to improve without obsessing over gear
✨ How knowing your ideal viewer changes everything
✨ How to create content that feeds BOTH your channel AND your community
Plus — I share a bonus tip to help you build confidence fast on camera.
If you focus on these simple principles from the beginning, you’ll grow with more clarity, confidence, and consistency.
9 Oct 2025
011. Why Your Channel Page Could Be Losing You Subsribers!
This episode is best watched on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hT2IseXQdoA
Join my free Skool community! Next Level Creator Hub: https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5Start Your Own Skool Community (my affiliate link): https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5In this video, I’m doing a YouTube channel page makeover (what I like to call an audit) for Sheree, a member of my free community, the Next Level Creator Hub on Skool.My goal is to show you how to create a sustainable YouTube business by focusing on community building instead of just chasing views or relying on AdSense. Even with a smaller subscriber count, it’s possible to earn income when you have a dedicated and engaged community—and I share exactly how this works.During Sheree’s session, I give specific, actionable advice to help her optimize her channel page for a better viewer experience. We focused on:-Channel headers and profile images-About page description-Links and playlists-Brand consistency across the pageIf you’d like to get a channel page audit for your own YouTube channel, join the Next Level Creator Hub and watch for the next opportunity inside the community!
29 Sept 2025
010. Why YouTube Growth Feels So Difficult (and how to fix it).
🚀 Join my FREE community! Next Level Creator Hub. (https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5)
https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5 (https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5)
Watch on YouTube : https://youtu.be/6Rhw4g4Pm4k (https://youtu.be/6Rhw4g4Pm4k)
Stop working so hard! Focus on community building if you want lasting growth and viewers who keep coming back. The missing strategy is community building, and I'll show you how to grow your YouTube channel using Skool, the most powerful community-building platform available.Find out how to grow your channel even when you aren't uploading videos using these simple tips. I'll share how to use community engagement strategies to keep your audience active and how to get more views on youtube. Learn how to grow your youtube channel and increase how to get subscribers on youtube with a solid youtube strategy and a thriving online community.
25 Aug 2025
009. Mastering YouTube Video Promotion for Increased Views
-> Join my free Next Level Creator Hub community. https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5 (https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5)-> Start a Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5 (https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=a94b13f1b35c451cbdf107496d9f3ed5)
-> Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/J6V9bbrkokY (https://youtu.be/J6V9bbrkokY) (https://youtu.be/J6V9bbrkokY)-> Make better THUMBNAILS with these easy tips (watch my process) : https://youtu.be/Ivma0zvay6g (https://youtu.be/Ivma0zvay6g)
Struggling to get views on your YouTube videos after hitting publish?In this episode, I’ll show you 4 proven ways to promote your videos so they keep getting views long after you post them. These are strategies I’ve successfully used with my podcast and now apply to YouTube—so you can finally stop feeling frustrated by low views.
6 Aug 2025
08. Why I Started This Podcast (Audio Only)
I was pleasantly surprised to find out that people are listening to this podcast! Thank you for listening!
In this episode I explain why I decided to start this podcast as an experiment and how it's going.
My YouTube channel:
https://youtube.com/@monaweathers?si=9JtzE4QTzbL-kEaW (https://youtube.com/@monaweathers?si=9JtzE4QTzbL-kEaW)
My new community- Next Level Creator Hub
https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about (https://www.skool.com/next-level-creator-hub-3071/about)
30 Jul 2025
07. Rebrand your YouTube channel the RIGHT WAY
I'm launching a new free community in August. Be one of the first to join! http://bit.ly/3IQKJki
Watch this video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q-eilN6AnZI
If you are thinking about rebranding your YouTube channel or you're in a middle of a rebrand you will want to watch this video. Learn how to rebrand your channel fast and effectively. You don't want to miss Oliver's rebrand story. It's the best rebrand story there is- at least in my opinion. ;)
28 Jul 2025
06. The Truth About Going Viral on YouTube (And Why You’re Not Ready)
✅Get the Email List Starter Check List for YouTube Creators: http://www.monaweathers.com➡️Book a 1:1 Sustainable YouTube Strategy Call with Mona: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/mona🎥Watch This Video Next ( What It Really Takes to Grow Fast On YouTube): https://youtu.be/Y0fn-rLwTuYMy List of Recommendations:➡️ Online Business Building Tools I Recommend: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools➡️ Filmora Video Editing (affiliate link) https://shrsl.com/4x0r5➡️VidIQ for Video Optimization (affiliate link): https://vidiq.com/homestead🔗 Equipment I Use or Recommend:-Blue Yeti Mic (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/45ELOow-Ring Light (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/3T7fDGR-Webcam: https://amzn.to/45e83lf-Box Lights (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4kJA5cE-Corded Lavalier Mic: (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/45EFVHW-Cordless Lavalier Mic: (affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4kr4qgg🛒 Find All Recommendations Here: https://amzn.to/4dMGly1 -Filmora Video Editing (affiliate link) https://shrsl.com/4x0r5-VidIQ for Video Optimization (affiliate link): https://vidiq.com/homesteadBefore you go viral on YouTube, watch this video for the best viral-ready strategy. Today I'm sharing essential strategies for creators aiming to maximize their viral moments on YouTube. Learn how to prepare for success by understanding your audience and setting up a sustainable content strategy.
21 Jul 2025
05. YouTube Like a a Podcaster- How to Turn Viewers into Listeners
✅Get the Email List Check List for YouTube Creators: http://www.monaweathers.com🎥Watch This Video Next ( Viewer Habits are Changing Fast- Create Content Like This Now): https://youtu.be/VrshBUIzEWQDeafBlind Potter Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@deafblindpotter (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCoESy9-tS5BEL9AqJ6dOu9A)My podcast (Homesteading for Beginners): https://open.spotify.com/show/4BRPb5IuC66BZwrzcWJtMR?si=cbcc5e560fd34265My List of Recommendations:➡️ Online Business Building Tools I Recommend: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools➡️ Filmora Video Editing (affiliate link) https://shrsl.com/4x0r5➡️VidIQ for Video Optimization (affiliate link): https://vidiq.com/homesteadNot everyone is watching — some are just listening. After 200,000 podcast downloads, I’ve learned that listeners can be even more engaged than viewers. In this video, I’ll show you how to make your content listen worthy by breaking down the 3 modes of content consumption and sharing the dos and don’ts of keeping listeners tuned in until the end. If you're focused on YouTube growth and want to turn viewers into loyal fans through smart strategies—including email marketing—this is for you!
12 Jul 2025
004. Viewer habits are changing FAST - Create Videos Like This Now
In this episode, I talk about how viewer habits are shifting and why it's more important than ever to create content that connects on a human level. I’ll walk you through the 3 content consumption modes viewers are using today, and how you can position your content accordingly.
🎥Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VrshBUIzEWQ?si=IrqqAHhids_fBF94 (https://youtu.be/VrshBUIzEWQ?si=IrqqAHhids_fBF94)➡️ If you'd like support be sure to subscribe and join my free community for intentional living content creators called Gather and Grow Creator Hub.Join here: http://www.monaweathers.com/ ( http://www.monaweathers.com/)➡️Video Production Products I recommend:(affiliate link) https://amzn.to/4dMGly1 (https://amzn.to/4dMGly1) -Filmora Video Editing (affiliate link) https://shrsl.com/4x0r5 (https://shrsl.com/4x0r5)-VidIQ for Video Optimization (affiliate link): https://vidiq.com/homestead (https://vidiq.com/homestead)
11 Jul 2025
003. What It Really Takes to Grow Fast On YouTube
Growing fast on YouTube takes a lot of energy and clarity. In this video I share what it really takes to get focused and intentional about leveraging the No Plan B energy we all have access to.
🎥Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y0fn-rLwTuY➡️Join my free community for simple living YouTube creators. Gather and Grow Creator Hub : http://www.monaweathers.com➡️ Online Tools I recommend: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools➡️ More Sustainable YouTube Strategy: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp3Oz4Lt0gh4P-NS0w3GJzSszshci48jv➡️ Filmora Video Editing (affiliate link) https://shrsl.com/4x0r5➡️VidIQ for Video Optimization (affiliate link): https://vidiq.com/homestead
10 Jul 2025
002. How To Monetize Your YouTube on Day 1
Learn how to start making money from your YouTube channel immediately, without waiting for the YouTube Partner Program! In this video, I'll show you the exact strategy I use to monetize from day one and build a sustainable business alongside your YouTube growth.🎥Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XXRer1EL3Sg?si=qd5yIaioa5ziFWW7 (https://youtu.be/XXRer1EL3Sg?si=qd5yIaioa5ziFWW7)
➡️ Join my free community for intentional living content creators called Gather and Grow Creator Hub. http://www.monaweathers.com/ (http://www.monaweathers.com/)🛠️ Tools I recommend: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools (https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools)🎥 More YouTube growth tips: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp3Oz4Lt0gh4P-NS0w3GJzSszshci48jv (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp3Oz4Lt0gh4P-NS0w3GJzSszshci48jv)
10 Jul 2025
001. This YouTube Strategy Saved Me From Burnout
Avoid YouTube burnout by having a sustainable YouTube strategy. A strategy that includes email marketing and selling your own products will give you the structure you need to have a long successful YouTube journey.
🎥Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hYKRPtepX08 (https://youtu.be/hYKRPtepX08)
➡️Join my free community for simple living YouTube creators. Gather and Grow Creator Hub : http://www.monaweathers.com (http://www.monaweathers.com)
➡️Mona's books: https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona/list/2FVWKD62O9KF2?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_BCC97RVMW3FS5TH1WMSK (https://www.amazon.com/shop/farmer_mona/list/2FVWKD62O9KF2?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_BCC97RVMW3FS5TH1WMSK)
➡️ More YouTube growth tips: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp3Oz4Lt0gh4P-NS0w3GJzSszshci48jv (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp3Oz4Lt0gh4P-NS0w3GJzSszshci48jv)
➡️ Business Tools I Recommend: https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools (https://www.homesteadincomeplan.com/tools)
➡️ Filmora Video Editing Software (affiliate link) https://shrsl.com/4x0r5 (https://shrsl.com/4x0r5)
➡️VidIQ for Video Optimization (affiliate link): https://vidiq.com/homestead (https://vidiq.com/homestead)
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