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The Creator CEO

Stephen Ellisapply.zygomedia.com
Join The Creator CEO for an exclusive peek behind the scenes of the dynamic worlds of entrepreneurship, content creation, streaming and explore the strategies and stories that drive success in the industry. Tune in now to gain insights and inspiration from leading creators and CEOs in this exciting space. Check us out on twitter and our free weekly newsletter here!: https://newsletter.zygomedia.com/subscribe
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Episodes

How You Actually START Creating Content In 2024...

If you were starting from scratch as a creator… What would you do? What niche would we choose? Which platform? How much content? Today we talk about: How to think through choosing your niche How to balance research & production Why knowing your constraints is key Hosts: Stephen & Milo Follow us on Socials !...

Jun 07, 202451 min

0 to 1M Subs in 30 days - Building a Content Team w/ Julian "Aeolus"

Esports orgs are always evolving and growing in the industry, with content creators now joining these teams it only excels growth for the brand, But how hard is it to maintain this upwards trend? In the episode, you’ll learn about: How Successful Creator Orgs Are Built How Creator Orgs Can Fall Apart How Esports Orgs Have Become Creator Orgs Host: Stephen Ellis Check out our Socials here!...

May 31, 202448 min

Expanding Your Reach Without Wasting Time - Content Syndication 101

Getting your content on other platforms sometimes takes more time and effort than what it would be worth, but what if you could have this audience outreach boost without any extra effort? In this episode we talk about: How syndicating content works Why it boosts your audience reach / growth Which creators have put this into effect and seen results Host: Stephen Ellis & Milo Check out our Socials here!...

May 24, 20241 hr 10 min

Stop letting content take over your life! How to maintain a work life balance & be fully confident in your content w/ NoisyButters

How do you balance content creation and normal life? And how do you make sure you're happy with every step of the way? In this episode we talk about: How to be confident in your decision making Ways to balance your work - life balance with content creation. When to capitalize on opportunities. Host: Stephen Ellis Guest: NoisyButters Check out our Socials here!...

May 15, 202446 min

From ESports To A Million Dollar Business! How every opportunity matters + Learning To Be A Student To Industry Leaders w/ Stephen Ellis

What's the journey from being a creator to having a 1 Million dollar business in the industry? What steps NEED to be taken? In this episode we talk about: Why any opportunity can be the key. When to take the right path for success. How to learn and become a student to industry leaders. Host: Milo Guest: Stephen Ellis Check out our Socials HERE!...

May 08, 202449 min

The Lessons Learned from 500M Views...

As a creator , it's crucial to diversify your understanding and engagement within the industry... In this episode we talk about: Engagement in the creative industry The Evolution of a content creator How to challenge yourself & adapt Host: Stephen Ellis & Milo Check out our Socials here!...

Apr 24, 202459 min

Multi-Streaming Is Taking Over...

Since the Twitch news, more and more creators are taking to multi streaming . Is it all upside, or can there be drawbacks? In this weeks episode, we're diving into all things multi streaming: Pros and cons How to use it for growth The impact on the industry Host: ⁠⁠ Stephen Ellis⁠ & ⁠ StoneMountain64...

Apr 17, 202453 min

How To Create More Content In Less Time

Creating content takes a lot of time, but what if you could create more in less time? This episode you'll learn: - Balancing Quality and Quantity - Time Management - Efficiency Hacks for Content Creation Host : Stephen Ellis Weekly Newsletter Here!

Apr 10, 202457 min

Why YouTube Is NOT Oversaturated...

It's never too late to start a YouTube channel. In todays episode we are proving why YouTube is not oversaturated . We talk about: - The importance of finding a niche - Staying authentic - Experimenting within your content Host : Stephen Ellis Free thumbnail course here!

Apr 03, 202420 min

How you SUCCEED At Events...

Success & progression at events hinges on more than just showing up. It's about the prep before and the follow-through after. We're talking about: - What to expect at conventions - How to treat it - How to capitalize on it Weekly Deep-Dives Here!⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠ Stephen Ellis⁠⁠⁠ Join our NEW ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram!...

Mar 27, 202419 min

Using Social Media THE RIGHT WAY For Content...

Social Media can boost your content sky high.. If done right! In this episode we go over: - Why using socials matter - How to use social media the right way - What it can do for your content Weekly Deep-Dives: ⁠⁠ https://newsletter.zygomedia.com/⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠ Stephen Ellis⁠⁠ Join our NEW ⁠⁠ Instagram!...

Mar 20, 202420 min

Why Branding Is Your SECRET Weapon…

The branding through your content creation journey is everything. In this episode we go over: - What brand is. - How to build a strong brand. - Why it's a secret weapon. Weekly Deep-Dives: ⁠https://newsletter.zygomedia.com/⁠ Host: ⁠ Stephen Ellis⁠ Join our NEW ⁠Instagram!...

Mar 13, 202417 min

Monetizing Your Content (THE EASY WAY)

Making money from your Content is Easier than you think, In this episode we cover more than 5 ways to turn your creativity into pay checks! The rewards are waiting for you! Weekly Deep-Dives: https://newsletter.zygomedia.com/ Host: Stephen Ellis Join our NEW Instagram!

Mar 06, 202417 min

The Content Creators Dilemma…

In content creation it boils down to either having the set of skills or being confident enough to pull it off... But which one takes the crown for Confidence Vs Competence in this argument? Host: Stephen Ellis Follow us now on Instagram !

Feb 28, 202455 min

The UNSPOKEN Rules Of Networking In Content Creation...

In content creation, one of the best tools you can use for growth is - Networking . But nobody tells you how to / how not to when it comes to this topic. In todays episode we talk about the UNSPOKEN RULES and how to follow them for success! Host: Stephen Ellis

Feb 21, 202427 min

The IMPOSSIBLE Challenge To Keep Creating…

Feel like you’re stuck on the content treadmill ? We go over ways to avoid a creative block & why you shouldn't stop creating content! Overcoming this is the difference between making it - or not. Host: Stephen Ellis Be sure to check out the poll & let us know what you thought of this episode!

Feb 14, 202422 min

The TOP 7 Mistakes Of Growing Creators...

Growing content creators often make the same mistakes we see time and time again - Can they be avoided? We talk with StoneMountain64 about how and why these mistakes happen and more importantly - how to ensure you don't run into them! Host: Stephen Ellis

Feb 07, 202459 min

How YOU Can Build A Content Dream Team

Building a content team isn't hard, but what you really want is a content dream team! In this episode we go over hiring your first freelancers, how to communicate effectively & how to delegate like a professional Creator CEO. Hosted By: Stephen Ellis

Jan 31, 202428 min

The Strategist Behind StoneMountain64

How does StoneMountain64 Produce 300 pieces of high quality content per month? And how did he grow his following to over 2.3 Million? We talk about the strategy behind Stone's channel and what steps have been taken to ensure the best quality possible! Host: Stephen Ellis

Jan 24, 202443 min

How To Maximize Your Viral Content

What do you do when your content goes viral? It feels awesome and at the same time, you just raised the bar for yourself. In this episode, we talk about how to leverage virality and build a content engine that supports it. Host: Stephen Ellis

Jan 17, 202413 min

How to Grow Faster In 2024: Action Drives Clarity

Growing faster in content creation is easier than it sounds! In this episode we learn the tips, tricks and techniques with StoneMountain64 and how he achieves his quality and quantity of content on a weekly basis! Host: Stephen Ellis Guest: StoneMountain64

Jan 10, 202449 min

What Separates Winners and Losers

The difference between winners and losers isn't the goal - they both want to succeed. The difference is their mindset towards continued growth and success. In this episode, we go deep into the mindset required to win. Host: Stephen Ellis

Jan 03, 202420 min

2023: A Year in Review!

As 2023 comes to a close, host Stephen Ellis is joined by founder and COO of ZygoMedia Gareth Harry to discuss how the content creation industry evolved the past year. Their discussion included platform changes, the emergence of Kick, the further development of AI, and more. As an added bonus, Stephen and Gareth discuss 2024 and the plans for Zygo Media moving forward. Gaming Creator Accelerator Waitlist: https://www.gamingcreator.com/waitlist/ Zygo Media Jobs: https://jobs.zygomedia.com/ Hosts:...

Dec 27, 202355 min

Welcome to The Creator CEO

Welcome to the next evolution of the podcast: The Creator CEO! In this update episode, we take a step back and take stock of what's been going on the past few months, celebrate a few wins, and discuss where we're taking the podcast heading into 2024. Gaming Creator Accelerator Waitlist: https://www.gamingcreator.com/waitlist Zygo Media: https://zygomedia.com/ Host: https://twitter.com/snoopeh...

Dec 21, 20239 min

Player2 Gaming: How To Find Your Niche in Streaming

Finding your niche in streaming and content can be difficult, but what if it was as easy as doing a voice impression? How do you know to double down into that? On this episode of the Becoming a Creator podcast, we dive into P2's journey of finding his voice and leaning into the Pennywise Warzone and gaining millions of views and building his brand across all his platforms. Stonemountain64 dive's into Player2's background of how he started, realizing his voice in content and doubling down on it. ...

Sep 23, 202352 min

Slay With Brandy: Going Full Time With Variety Content

Slay With Brandy is a talented creator who dives into gaming, react videos, and cosplay! She has been creating content for nearly a decade and has been full time for the past 4 years! Not only has she been full time, she has found ways to incorporate multiple passions into all of her content to keep things fresh for herself and her community. Take a listen as Stonemountain64 dives into her story and she tells us how she left her career as a teacher to pursue her passion in the gaming industry! G...

Aug 26, 202334 min

How To Switch Games and Experience MASSIVE Growth ft AshIV

Switching games is one of the scariest decisions a creator can make. The potential to lose your viewership to break into a new game when you are feeling burnt out is a scary possibility. Ash did just that and experienced MASSIVE growth from the switch. Now, not only is he happier with the content he is creating, he is growing his core audience and not just on Twitch. Check out this episode where Stonemountain64 sits down with Ash and talks about his journey plus how he successfully switched from...

Aug 05, 202339 min

The Struggle of Going Full Time in Content Creation ft MrRoflWaffles Milo

Going full time in content is not easy, worrying about how to increase revenue, securing the right brand deals, and avoiding burnout. We got the chance to talk to Milo @MrRoflWaffles ! To watch our FREE training visit below 👇 https://www.gamingcreator.com/replay/ If you are interest in joining the Gaming Creator Accelerator, enroll below 👇 https://www.gamingcreator.com/enroll/ ** JOIN PIPELINE FOR FREE ** 👉 https://bit.ly/PipelineFreeTrial FOLLOW Guest - https://twitter.com/MrRoflWaffles Host...

Aug 02, 20231 hr 3 min

Why You NEED a YouTube Channel as a Content Creator ft ThatNerdViolet

That Nerd Violet has been involved with Twitch since the JustinTV days. As much love as she has for the platform she knew that if she wanted to continue to be a creator she needs to branch out and expand to other platforms. However in doing this, she found a new passion for creating through expanding to YouTube. Listen to this episode to find out how she deals with trolls, diversifying her content, and making sure she is taking care of her own health. Listen to this episode with Stonemountain64 ...

Jul 29, 202343 min
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