Sean Cannell: Start a Profitable YouTube Channel in 2024 | Part 1 | E278

Young and Profiting with Hala Taha

Sean Cannell was the textbook troubled teenager, indulging in wild parties and substance abuse. But after getting expelled from high school, he decided to turn his life around. He immersed himself in volunteer work at a small church where he discovered video production and marketing. He has now built a seven-figure media empire, with 17 years of YouTube experience under his belt. In today’s episode, Sean dives deep into YouTube, including the right way to get started and the future of the platform.

Sean Cannell is a business coach, international speaker, and YouTuber who has over 3 million subscribers across his channels. Featured in the "20 Must Watch YouTube Channels That Will Change Your Business” by Forbes, he helps entrepreneurs and creatives build their influence and income with online video through his company, Think Media.

In this episode, Hala and Sean will discuss:

- Why YouTube is miles ahead of other platforms

- Lead generation with YouTube

- Nurturing hot leads with YouTube

- Longevity on YouTube

- Prospects for entrepreneurs starting on YouTube now

- Growth potential for entrepreneurs on YouTube

- Considerations for starting a successful channel

- Why it’s not too late to start in 2024

- YouTube as an investment for your business

- Frameworks for picking the perfect name for your channel

- And other topics…

Sean Cannell is a leading YouTuber, business coach, and CEO of Think Media, with over 3 million subscribers across his channels. He helps entrepreneurs and creatives build their influence and income with online video through his seven-figure media company. He has been featured in the "20 Must Watch YouTube Channels That Will Change Your Business” by Forbes. Also an international speaker, he has shared his expertise on YouTube, online business, and digital marketing at events like VidCon Anaheim, Social Media Marketing World, Marketing Impact Academy, and Grow With Video Live.

Resources Mentioned:

Sean’s Website: https://www.seancannell.com/

Sean’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seancannell/

Sean’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/seancannell

Sean’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seancannell/

Sean’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWWFavn3ym0w3myTD5OX59g

Think Media’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/THiNKmediaTV

Sean’s Book, YouTube Secrets: The Ultimate Guide to Growing Your Following and Making Money as a Video Influencer: https://www.amazon.com/YouTube-Secrets-Ultimate-Following-Influencer/dp/1544511817

Sean’s Free Class: https://courses.seancannell.com/youtube-1k-challenge-sign-up-march-2024

The Think Media Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-think-media-podcast/id1492533163

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