019. Using Your Creativity to Create Your Freedom w/ Dan Currier

YT creators are known for wanting more views and more subscribers, usually so they can earn more money. But if that happens, then what? How much is enough? Why are we creating in the first place?Today’s guest knows all about that journey. Dan Currier began in the world of software systems engineering, started creating on YouTube as a hobby, then transitioned into seriously studying the fundamentals behind growth on YouTube and helping others in their journey. As the founder of Creator Fundamentals, Dan helps his community create their own freedom. And over the last year, he’s discovered a way to create content that’s well on its way to becoming the single largest passive income stream for Dan and his students.You’re gonna want to take notes on this one. Learn how to build your own freedom with Dan’s Amazon Influencer Course: https://www.storygreenlight.com/influencerx  SHOW NOTES0:00 Why build more views, subscribers, and money?2:22 Dan’s professional background – from art school to software engineering 7:33 Dan’s beginning on YouTube 10:54 When Dan started taking YouTube seriously12:58 Starting as a hobby is safe – being a pro means being open to failure14:17 The importance of self-serving motivation – Dan’s search for freedom16:37 What does freedom actually look like?18:07 Dan’s focus on passive income systems20:36 The need to be realistic and patient over time22:25 The need for systems to support creativity – going against a culture of professional time-waters28:39 Mistakes that are actually chances for learning30:02 How Dan discovered the Amazon Influencer program 32:24 Discussing Dan’s other income streams – affiliate sales, AdSense, digital products34:40 Dan’s idea of freedom – hiring teams to experiment on ideas36:18 How the Amazon Influencer program works for creators40:17 Avoiding pitfalls in getting approved for the Amazon Influencer program--If you want to unlock a new level of meaning and impact in your content, consider joining our private community called The Green Room. It’s all about leveling up your content, leveling up yourself, and getting things DONE with the support of an active community of creators like you. Get started now at https://www.storygreenlight.com/greenroomfree.  --FREE WORKSHEET: How to Find and Shape Your Own Power Stories 💪💡 Download the simple steps to create powerful, high-leverage stories that move people emotionally to say “YES” to you and your business. Then use them over and over, anywhere you want!Get your free worksheet right now at https://www.storygreenlight.com/powerstory.