Want to Create Online? Ignore All the “Expert” Tips and Advice

Until you have momentum, habits, and a routine — ignore the so-called expert advice.

I love to read.

I love to learn.

I have a hard time actually “doing” when I’m distracted by reading and learning.

On my journey as a content creator (aka writer and wannabe YouTuber) I realize I spend all my time learning from the experts on what they did and what I should be doing.

But I’m not creating.

I get sidetracked by the advice.

• Should I use this recommended writing tool?
• Is my newsletter app the best for my niche?
• When are the best times to post?
• How do I grow my audience to 1000 subscribers?

I’m just starting! I don’t need the advice, I need the action.

My goal is to focus on the basics — simple and clear.

Focus #1 = Write long-form and use a basic publisher (Medium).

I don’t need a website yet. I don’t need to worry about what times I post. Or how many responses I’m getting.

I need to practice writing. And publishing.

I need to ignore the content selling me tips on writing for LinkedIn, Twitter, or Threads — I’m just focused on building a writing habit.

Once I get comfortable with those two actions, then I can learn how to grow, niche, and monetize.

Focus #2 = Record and publish on YouTube with the tools I already have.

I don’t need a fancy camera yet. I don’t need to worry about my brand. Or how many videos I create a week.

I need to practice my scripting and recording.

I need to ignore the content selling me tips on reaching 100, 500, or 1000 subscribers — I’m just focused on the habit of creating videos.

Once I’m comfortable in front of the camera, then I can learn how to build better thumbnails and how to collaborate with other creators.

Without content, I’ll always be at the beginning.

I’ll never see the results I dream of without the actual creation of my ideas — my articles, my videos, and my digital assets.

Eventually, I’ll want to branch out.

• Grow and monetize.
• Constantly improve my style and tools.
• Build a community.

But for now — I just need to focus.

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