It’s time for a change…
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Ben, we appreciate the time you invest into making the best 360 cameras videos. Thank you after all these years.
The pleasure is all mine 😁
Ben, your reasoning is flawless, I agree with you. Do what you think is right/best. 🤠
You have helped so many of us for years to understand how to take 360 photos and tours that we can only support you in this decision. And I'm sure you'll continue producing excellent contents. I appreciate your concern in sharing your plans, thoughts and frustrations and I wish you good luck!
Thanks for sticking around!
Happy birthday Ben! Sometimes a change is needed in all of our lives. We just have to pay attention and know when to make a move. Good luck on your 2024 plans.
Too true! Many thanks!
4000 views and 275 comments in 8 hours - that shows you the value you give to all of us - so thank you and happy birthday. An inspiring, educational and informative video, as always, and one that resonates with me,
Thanks for the kind words! Yeah seems like people are resonating with the message 😀
You've been my primary source for info and ideas in 360 photography. It's not a "return" you can exchange for a loaf of bread, I understand. But you've helped me and many others I'm sure with your efforts. I wish you the best and hope you achieve comfort, if not wild success.
You're the one who open the door of 360 VDO for me. You're actually my inspiration, Take the time and be strong.
Glad to hear it 😁
Bro you just did a video in 1 take, so just go Live and talk directly to your supporters about your content and chop it up into shorts! You’ve been excellent and I’ve learned alot. You got this! 💯💯
Thanks- honestly this video was so UNplanned that I didn’t think to do a live, nor could I really be bothered with the setup connecting my camera etc. connecting with a lot of people in the comments though which is good!
@@BenClaremont You the man!! I just see more creators doing more lives than edited video content. I think that’s the wave
Happy birthday Ben!!! When I started my 360 journey, your video was first popping up on TH-cam. Some years later, I am still watching your content and now I lead the XR lab that heavily has to deal with 360 cameras. Keep doing what inspires you the most and enjoy the journey!!! I wish you a great success!
You sound as clear and concise in one take as you did in version twenty of multiple takes. I enjoy your voice and expression (content included) don't let this process get you down..... Enjoy life at whatever speed you deem comfortable. All the best to you!
Thanks! Maybe I’ll do more one-takers 😁
Hi Ben, Shing here. Congratulations to your 35th birthday! You don't look one day older than 28. What you said in the video makes 100% sense because time always is your most valuable asset. I personally am watching all of your videos and I'm sure you're on the right path. You're the best 360 creator out there for sure! Have a great day and lots of love.
Thanks Shing!
I really appreciate not only the technical tests, the tricks, the suggestions, but also the speeches, like this one, which concern what we do, how and why, and very often your considerations in this regard are inspiring. Thank you
Happy Birthday Ben! I've learned so much about 360 cameras from your channel. I think you are a fantastic content creator. You definitely added a lot value in this space. Good Luck on your future endeavors.
Thanks!
Ben, I’ve always enjoyed your honesty and in depth analysis. I hope this change works for you. Can’t wait to see how the change looks. Oh Happy Birthday!
Thanks! Looking forward to posting more often now 😁
Hello Ben!
I'm a little sad that you're having trouble. But I’m glad that you don’t give up and are looking for a way to move on! I sincerely wish you success!
I want you to know that your videos have helped me a lot! And to many other people. I learned from your videos and found a lot of new ideas and topics to learn from your videos. I came up with some things on my own, I invented some myself in the field of 360 tours. And I will be happy to share my thoughts with you!
I really appreciate your work! Thank you!
Happy to hear it!
Ben, your reasoning is flawless, I agree with you. Do what you think is right/best.
Ben, overall you are the best on 360 reviews. Congrats on the new approach. While this video could have been shorter, it kept me listening as there was so much emotion in it, and that is what keeps us hooked.
If you sat on this side of the screen Ben, you would see most of us marveling not at your content quality (which is great) but wondering out loud about how much time it must take you to make such in-depth videos! There is a happy medium- shorter, less "all encompassing" etc. I like the idea of more 360 editing tips and tricks, rather than massive camera comparisons.
Ben, you just introduced your "pivot" for 2024. Have the mindset that growth is about pivoting. Have fun with your new direction, enjoy the process, and look at outsourcing where you can. That process will be a journey also. But when achieved, it enhances your ROI. Happy Birthday!
I'm also a YT content creator, and I agree that putting too much time into one video, no matter how well it turns out, isn't worth it most of the time. And best of luck in streamlining your workflow and creating more content in less time. Happy Birthday Ben.
Hello Ben! First of all I thank You for all what I got from you. Not only 360 camera tutorials, interesting videos and a lot of useful information but for the honest, personable, motivating environment (aura?:) and giving some kind of a "its nice to live" attitude. I totally understand what you tell & feel, I'm also experiencing the same. E.g. I bought my drone, bought all of the accessories, paid for the training, paid for the exam, paid for drone and user registration, paid for insurance, paid for clearence and went droning. I made a film, I uploaded it to YT, TT and voilá its result is some around 100+ views. Meanwhile Mrs. Smith is dancing in the kitchen with a mask on her face from the J.C. film and she got >60K views :).
Okay, there is no need to be naive, this is more or less the same with movies, books etc. I'm okay with that especially I'm not a TH-camr, never was, never be - I managed to find my niche, where I am happy and effective and I wish you and all of our fellow creators the same! Be happy & creative & stay human! :) All the best!
Never easy making quality YT content. I gave it a go about 6 years ago. Made two videos, 20 mins each, and spent months editing them so that I was completely happy with them. They performed well within the community they targeted, but the effort just wasn't worth the reward. So that was that. I wasn't prepared to put stuff out there that I wasn't 100% happy with, so called it a day. Too fussy perhaps 😅. I've enjoyed watching your 360 content these last few years Ben. Fully get where you're coming from. Good luck with the change and I hope it all works out for you 👍🏼
Belated Happy Birthday! You're saying what I said to my wife a while ago. The long editing is the problem. We worry too much about making it perfect instead of quickly putting good content online. I also gave up on Premiere Pro. It's too time-consuming to work with.
You have been amazing Ben. You are one of the people who shaped my career in the field of 360, 6 years ago. Thank you for everything ❤
My pleasure- and super happy to hear that!
Enjoy the RETURN on the FUN you have in your new flow flow / way of content making. I’ll keep following and learning.
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focus on the content is good. Bought my insta360 after watching numerous of your youtube. Extremely happy with my purchase and bringing it to each and every of my holidays and excursion
Glad to hear it 😁
A lot of the big channels farm out the editing to a 3rd party, also when you do this kinda thing you can't really put an hourly rate on your work/ time. When working for a boss you get an hourly rate. Just letting you know I love your content and this channel is why I ended up with a 360 camera. Anyway Ben do what ever makes you happy.
Viewers appreciate honesty & clarity. VFX & fancy editing are fun & cool but as you point out can be overly draining on the content creator. I make 3D modeling videos, some using 360 cameras, even the GoPro Omni, and don't try to get fancy with the editing because I hope my viewers watch for the ideas themselves (what you called the premise). I understand your reflective analysis of what you do as I had a similar situation after doing Sports Photography for 12 years. I moved away from that 3 years ago and pivoted to photogrammetry with drones & 360 cameras. Your channel has been informative. Thanks for that. Your video hit the spot without the fancy visual trimmings. I hope you find the best balance for you as a content creator.
Awesome, thanks & keep it up!
Have benefitted greatly from your content. You’ve been a great cheerleader for those of us who get weary with the whole process. And 35? Child! Looking forward!
I certainly understand your point. I'm at my day job over 100 hours per week.
I really enjoy working on videos BUT the ROI isn't really there. If I spent the same amount of extra time at my day job the ROI would be way better.
That said, I'm planning to do more stuff here after I retire. Until then I'll do what I can when I can.
Totally hear you Ben
I've always loved your videos. If TH-cam rewards were based on quality, you'd be up there with the big ones. Listen, I have an Insta360 One R sat around hardly used. Why? Because I struggle to grasp the settings and editing. I revert to my newer 360 Go 3 for the ease of it all. If you were to focus on the day to day use of the 360 in specific environments, including the settings you are choosing (live at the scene), I would find that really beneficial for learning from. Yes I know others have covered it, but they're not as good as you. Good luck in 2024 - you deserve it.
I respect your way in clarifying ur work assessment and replaning ur approach to ur audience, and support u 100%.
I'm feeling bad about worldwide culture in general that they appreciate nonsense youtube videos which dose not have added values over content makers like u who add knowledge and knowhow to them and the result is million of followers to chanells that show maybe daily routine of someone or jokes and on the other side content like urs or similar content creators just have thousands only which indicates the level ov awareness we reached.
All i can say to u that somehow u'll get the payback u really deserve for ur honest, hardworking efforts to produce USEFUL content..
Resolve for the win!! I have just a small channel and used to spend hours editing, grading etc. Now I take 30-50% of the time I used to, it's not worth the extra effort really.
I've really appreciated your videos. I got the X3, learned how to use it, and took it to Paris, because of your reviews. In terms of the ROI and workload and changing to focusing on topics, I'm completely with you. I'll be keeping up with you!
It is great to be able to get such in depth analysis from your channel on these cameras as they are all over the map. Its not like Canon or Sony coming out with a new camera. With them, you can be sure they are good. With the people that make 3d and 360 cameras, its all over the map with Kandao on one side releasing complete junk that should never even hit the market(their first 8k 360 camera years ago), to Insta360 with pretty well top quality options. The different uses and other options is hard to sort out. Its been great being able to just watch your videos to know what the score is. I have tons of gear and I think the 360 market is mature enough where its easier to decide, because nobody is really making product after nobody made money on those products, so we are down to really just insta360 and Gopro. The 360 software has evolved a lot also, so its simply easier to just shoot edit and leave it. I hope you stay in there. I think your view on all this stuff is the best and I always wait for your reviews. Whatever you decide, I wish you the best.
Thanks Ben. That’s useful insight and experience from a Pro - particularly as I’m considering a social media channel for a new real world bricks & mortar venture. I don’t want to become a “TH-camr”, but social media can’t be ignored.
Hi Ben,
5 to 10 minute videos would be ideal for everyone.
Right now. I'm putting together a video of a school trip to Europe, the high schools don't want anything above 3 minutes 30 seconds to show in assemblies. I have noticed, too often, that videos longer than 15 minutes have less success, people are bored to death, including myself 🤔
Good luck Ben 👍
Ben I have always loved your honest advice on 360 products and your content and editing is solid; and thank you for your content, which I always looked forward to.
Thank you for the insights. It sucks, but trimming the fat is a necessity even in the YT world nowadays. I don't feel like it was always this way, but it is what it is.
I'm sure that many aspiring content creators will make use of these tips, thanks again for putting this out there for people to consider and learn from.
You really don't need so much professional/fancy effects for the video, clean cut, simple, understandable... That is it !!! Head up and continue... 💯
Will do 😁
Thank you Ben for your channel. I can imagine how difficult it is to spend so much time on a video and not having the ROI.
Ben...as a past consultant I found that free advice is worth the price. However you are my first choice for getting trusted advice about 360 cameras. You have a unique presentation style and personality that wins you that trust...but...you are in a crowded market of product reviewers all seeking a ROI. Maybe wearing all the hats as a TH-camr is holding you back.
Hey Ben! Thanks for your video. I have been learning from you for years and am very grateful for your content. Simplifying your videos is a good idea, your special style is what gets me, I don't care about perfection in graphics and editing. I've always learned the most when I see how you do things and why something works the way you do it. It would be fantastic if you continued and remained one of the most important influencers in the 360 creator world!
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Ben,
You are the gold standard when it comes 360 cameras . Thank you and good luck!
Mark
Your effort is never wasted. Even if not as many people see a video, those that do get a lot out of it. E tend to think the algorithm = what folks want, but it’s never equivalent. Enjoy being 35, you’re still a young fella🎉
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Thanks for sharing this Ben. When we’re emotionally attached to something, addressing it head on is brave, I recognise this as i’m sure many of your viewers and supporters do too, we also value your sincerity. I wish you every success with your strategy moving forward, looking forward to your new form of content, and you continuing for many years to come without a burnout. 🥂
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Your videos are always good.. I always watch.. I am a 25 year plus Video Editor/Motion Graphics artist.. And I feel you.. People have nooooo idea what it takes to make something that is really good.. Endless tedious hours.. For me tons of trial and error to get something just right.. Lots of frustration.. I go through stages of "should I be doing this" and there has to be easier ways to make money" to "its what I love".. Hopefully you take some time for yourself and recalibrate and figure out which direction you want to of.. I will be watching..
For sure- good motion graphics make it ‘look easy’, but little do people know how much time & effort goes into things. Hang in there!
Well said Ben. Its incredible that with that many subscribers you're not making a good living from TH-cam. You sound like a perfectionist and your content shows that you're very good at what you do. I think you're right. Get in done and get it out there quicker. I also love the irony of how 360 cameras are supposed to make filming easier but it still takes such a long time to edit it.
It’s more the TH-cam aspect that takes a long time to edit- what I was referring to in this video. 360 video can be very quick and easy for one off shots at least 😀
Happy birthday. Looking forward to bite sized Mr Ben in the near future. I have always enjoyed your content, and would probably say that you have lead me in my 360 journey from the very beginning with a OneX through to the X3 and beyond.
Ben, happy birthday!!! Thank you SO much for sharing your TH-cam/video editing story AND in ONE TAKE! Have you thought about going live for your five minute videos? It forces you to ALWAYS do ONE TAKE. I do LOVE your AMAZING 360 content AND your awesome editing and your HUMOR. You are ALWAYS efficient with my time in your tightly edited videos; perhaps with LIVE/SHORT efficient with your time? You're the best!
Thanks Dan! Going live with you has definitely helped build that ‘one-take’ muscle 💪🏻 that said, I much prefer the pre-recorded format as I still like shooting on my Sony camera and adding the most basic text & graphics. But I’ll definitely make some more one-take videos like this one 😀
Mystery YT algorithms is the most difficult battle to win
Your efforts have been appreciated, thank you 😊
Your channel is much more than that: is a community! I've been around since the beginning (proud owner of a Xiaomi Mi Sphere as my 1st 360 camera back in 2018) and I fully support you in your decision. Cheers from brazil!
Haha thanks! Good old Mi Sphere 😀
Thanks a lot for your effort explaining how 360 cameras work. You did an excellent job! There are hundreds of thousands people in the world - like me - who struggle understanding the workflow. Without your channel I might have given up and would still record my adventures with the old gopro hero 4.
I am so glad that has changed.
And yes, happy birthday, Ben!
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I appreciate and like to thank you for yr 360 all these years! Hope it all work out for you! Press On!
Will do!
I've always enjoyed your videos, I'm glad you're changing, not leaving, I'm excited to see where you go from here.
Appreciate your content, you were one of the first 360 guides for me and got me into it, helped with getting the kit, gave me ideas, I just need to do something with it now. The next step for me will be improving my editing so I can get some stuff out there and it sounds like your new direction will help me along that path. Little and often sounds great too.
Thank you for posting this video as I fully understand where you're coming from. Like you, I'm a pro video editor and have been using FCPX for many, many years. However, I'm retired and after 30+ years in the TV industry, I truly enjoy the production process. If I was your age, I would follow your advice and find alternative methods to creating content as traditional editing methods are simply too time consuming. Also, using 360 footage adds quite a bit of time to the workflow. While I've found some unique methods for using 360 files in traditional videos to get multiple angles from a single camera, it does add a lot of time to the production process.
P.S. Happy Birthday Old Man!
Great video Ben, completely get what you are saying. You gave me the knowledge to get started with 360 imaging, so thank you, I
look forward to your editing videos.
The ROI is much dependant of youtube algorithms, where they fail is finding the niche audience for videos like a 360 camera review is. Your videos for sure are good, they do not just interest that many people over all, but I am sure there is million + potential subscribers how never have seen them.
For sure.
Great video! As a budding creator I need that very honest info from an experienced creator like yourself. Very much appreciated, and for what it's worth yours is one of my favorite channels. Always quality info.
No worries, and happy to hear that! Good luck with your channel 😁
I feel you and am doing exactly the same thing….in spent way too much time on my edits, more then needed and too much on graphics and sound effects. I was also too scripted, in 2024 I’m ditching premier and going to da Vinci also. I am a perfectionist and that got in the way. I hated seeing my crappy videos do better then the really good ones, also was discouraged by seeing other people’s videos that were complete crap blow up beyond anything I had. Don’t get bummed and don’t let anyone else discourage you….family is always the first to do this as our time spent on this takes away from them. Fast shooting, being sincere, to the point quickly is all anyone has time for now.
Happy birthday, Ben! Some of the videos I've made were ones I thought would be huge hits on my channel. And flopped. It's so disappointing. Especially when, like you said, they take tons of time to make. Since new years I've been using Opus to create shorts from my old videos and have seen significant growth through them. But, I need to get back and get editing my stored footage. It's just not very motivating when you don't get the views you'd hoped for.
I wish you all the best in your journey in 2024!
Ben you have been a great source for information about the 360 world. I tend to agree with you as a consumer of you content. I there because of you honesty, knowledge and personality. I am really not judging you for the arrows or captions on the screen. Just my take. Also happy B Day.
Grazie Ben. Sei sempre stato e resterai un mio punto di riferimento per la fotografia 360. Apprezzo da sempre la tua chiarezza, onestà e delicatezza
As a new TH-cam creator this advice is just brilliant. The reality for me is you have seriously established yourself as a 360 pro. Your advice on any camera now carries a lot of weight. The 2024, 360 Cam. you could have reviewed all the cameras and said your top pick only 10 minutes tops. I would’ve watched the whole thing instead of skipping to the end lol and got as much value. Your work is amazing. and it’s funny because I’ve been using CapCut and feeling a little cheesy about it😂. Like somehow it’s less than.🤷♂️
Thanks- don’t feel less than! Simple is better 😁
Happy Birthday Ben!
Also, yes CapCut is so user friendly and FUN!
Great job on this one take. I felt your genuine explanation. Thank you for helping me all these years to learn about 360 cameras. I’m glad you’re not quitting and doing something different with the shorter content. Stay strong brother WoopWOOP
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Ben,
Been watching your videos for some time now, I love VR tech. I think just about every creator I watch has told the story about the video they spent SO MUCH time on, but no one watched. Now, my motivations of why I upload videos differ wildly from the "norm." I'm not chasing views, subs, money, the like. I started uploading videos in order to continue sharing with people. As the platform's AI to remove unsavory comments kept stumbling and randomly removing my ok comments, I decided to try my hand at making videos. And here are where my motivations come in.
I thought, if I'm going to take the time to upload something, I want at least one person to watch it. I thought, if it stays up there for three or four months and doesn't get a view, then I can take it down, no harm, no foul. Suffice it to say, I got a view (and then some) on every video I've uploaded. And because that one view is enough for me, and subs, money, and other things aren't motivating factors for me, I don't have to ask for that stuff in my videos like so many others do.
And when it comes to when I upload, that's also different as well. I don't have a set schedule to releasing videos, or how many I'll post. And to be fair to those who come by, I put together a channel introduction video, so people will know what to expect from me.
I think each creator needs to find what works best for them, without the fear to pivot when something doesn't feel right. I know I'll be sticking around to see what's next :)
Cheers!
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Thanks for sharing!
Yea I hear you. Luckily even though I have almost 2000 videos on TH-cam I never looked at it as a career. When you do the hard math and figure your time/reward ratio it rarely works out for most creators. So, I do it because I enjoy it. Good luck to you.
Ben you've got a great presence and a natural style of explaining and instruction learned a lot watching your vids thank you!
Great to hear!
Congratulations 🎉 And thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. Looking forward to follow the direction your moving into.
Belated Happy Birthday…. I found at 40 that the tools from Adobe were good, but expensive and to be fair other companies have caught up and indeed overtaken Adobe. I know use Davinci, serif for illustration, photo and page makeup and have not looked back. The money saved alone goes into other things rather than paying for all those Adobe profits. A great choice. 👍
New Year New You, we all evolve on the journey and its not where we start its where we finish. Continue your journey with the twists and turns, enjoy what you do now and keep the spirits up. Thank you for all you help tips and advice.
Good luck Ben! I would love to see your take on the best workflows for short-form video creation with devices like the Pocket Osmo, Action cams, drones and phones.
Will definitely consider it 😁
9:25 Happy birthday! Love your videos, your journey and I will keep watching - such a inspiration
Thankyou!
Totally understandable! Thanks for the honest sharing of your thoughts. Your content is welcome...in any form.
Thank you for your effort, we appreciate it very much.
First of all, belated happy birthday man! You're the main channel that I always refer to when it comes to virtual tours creation. Thank you so much for that. I totally resonate with you about the work and the output. These days, we have to think of simpler ways to create better authentic videos. Thank you once again for all the inspiration! Do more of this one take! Lols!!!
Haha thanks, and will do!
Ben you make really good content. Your niche is probably a lot of 360 videos (360 cameras), and theres a lot of work editing 360 videos. Changing the editing program is a smart decision. I also previously used premiere pro, switched to Davinci Resolve 2 years ago. Will never go back to premiere pro
Looking forward to your new direction Ben.
And yes, you're right about streamlining your process. I'm also considering switching to DaVinci Resolve full-time and using CapCut too cos I've found that the latter just does stuff that would take so much more time tweaking in Premiere, however since I'm also a motion designer, Adobe still has me on After Effects.
Finally, the focus on shorts and reels is a step in the right direction cos the algorithm favours these short form videos a lot more now.
For sure! Will try to convince you on CapCut & Davinci in upcoming content 😀
Great post Ben, a lot of people don't get how much work goes into editing let alone all other aspects of film making. You've always been an inspiration to me through this exciting 360 journey over the past decade. Oh and a Happy birthday to you bud.
Thankyou!
Sounds like a good idea! As a content creator myself I can really relate to spending way to much time on tiny details in my videos. I used to have a more fun and relaxed approach to editing, but as my channel grew I started to feel the pressure to make everything perfect, and it took away a lot of the fun from the process. I'm really tired of getting stuck on a single video for ages, so I think I'll try to simplify my workflow as well. Wish you the best of luck!
Time to ditch the perfectionism for both of us 😀
Sounds like a plan and as always you will be changing and adapting with the industry. Good luck with it and hopefully a better work/life balance for you 😊
Thanks Jacqui! Absolutely- as you will know, running your own business involves making a lot of decisions and some tough ones need to be made sometimes in order to move onwards and upwards 😀
Totally agree with you, if all the time spent doesn't pay off something needs to change. Happy birthday again Ben
Thanks Franco
happy birthday ben. totally get the drift. not many people can sit through 30mins videos anyway. short form content is the trend. just follow your energy and do the stuff that u enjoy.
Thanks, for sure!
Heartfelt thoughts, Ben. Best of luck, keen to see the result and your measueremnt of the changes
Happy late birthday Ben! Thank you for what you do.
Change is good Ben. I think you doing the right thing. I also think you have so much experience with all the 360 ins and outs you should offer course training or even one on one sessions. This would be a win-win for everyone. Happy birthday too 🎉
Thanks! Yes I already have courses on 360 video & virtual tours… but I do think there’s other topics I can give value on, like video editing & content creation in general 😁
@@BenClaremont Great i will reach out to you.
I am from Hong Kong. Your work is fantstic ! Ben, keep going. Your video can help me much. Thank you for your effort !
Happy to hear that!
Thanks for that video. It made me decide wich camera to go with for my VR bussiness.Thanks ! I know it was a lot of work.
Your thoughts and concerns translated into my own career in the IT industry resembles the same issues, just with other colours. I think many people would agree with me on that. 😊
I've always loved your videos and I'm excited to see what changes you are going to try out. You're the main reason I got my first 360 camera years ago and I'm still having fun with them!
Happy to hear that 😁
Really appreciate all the knowledge and your experience you have shared on your TH-cam channel.
Happy birthday Ben! Keep up the good work you have been doing! I have followed you since beginning. Your videos were very important for me on my decisions on what 360 camera to buy, how to shoot, etc. Really, thank you so much for all those years of personal and professional dedication! You are the 360 man mate!
I would like to say your comparison video on 360 cam helps a lot! No matter how you change, follow forever.
First Congrats with the birthday, second you are def. 1 of the most in depth content makers and making the vids look fun too but do you. Make sure it keeps making fun for yoy to and keep the passion.
Thanks! I’m considering working harder on my TH-cam channel so this was inspirational. I loved the style. I feel super connected. It meant a lot to hear this content. I like the style as well as the content. Personal connection seems to be where it’s at. Thanks again
Thankyou! Glad it resonated 😀
Hi Ben, I've never interacted with you on here before, but I wanted to say I'm a big fan of your 360 videos. You're clearly talented. I've found your content very helpful, and depending on how life takes me, I could forsee myself approaching you for professional help of some kind, or purchasing some of your 360 courses.
I completely get what you're saying about ROI and how long it takes to make your videos, however throwing my two pennies in I would say whatever you decide to do next, don't worry too much about about the viewing numbers on TH-cam. I reckon I've possibly watched some of your "less successful' TH-cam videos and they were probably some of the ones that would make me want to buy one of your courses from you compared with your "better" performing ones.
Take for example, the video you did about which 360 camera to buy in 2024 - I don't know why I decided to watch a 30 min video on that but I did - you addressed which camera would be best for virtual tours and that just happened to be something I was researching into that week. If I were able to get myself in a position where I can take things further with that then you've already presold me as a result of that one video alone - because I can see from watching that you've got the specific expertise I'd be looking for in that area.
Anyway, keep up the good work and looking forward to seeing your upcoming content in due course :)
Thanks Nick!
Good luck. I'll keep watching :-)
Thanks!
Awesome Ben!!! I'm happy for you!!! We've been down since your early 360 days!!! I'm sure your next will be even greater than what you've had before!!! Blessings, L.👊🏾💯 (Btw...I watched this whole video! You still got the juice😊🙌🏾)
Haha thanks, and thanks for being here all this time 😀
Wish you all the best with your new plan! Editing is a very interesting topic. Looking forward to it!!!