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This week, hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) finish their discussiono about the challenges and realities of becoming a YouTube content creator with Cody Leach. Cody shares his experiences around copyright issues (even when using royalty-free music!) and the complexities of YouTube admin and copyright laws. Cody shares insight on his monthly content planning process, advice for aspiring YouTubers including understanding risk, maintaining a thick skin against negative feedback and balancing creativity with business savvy. Join the conversation!

Episode Keywords:
YouTube, challenges, copyright issues, content creation, audience engagement, video editing, channel growth, analytics, monetization, content planning, sponsorships, Patreon, community interaction, mental health, career risks, parental guidance

Links:
Cody Leach -
YouTube (link)
Facebook (link)

Xander Raymond Charles (YouTube) - (link)
Patreon (site)

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Intro/Outro music by AudioCoffee from Pixabay.
Transition music by Joseph McDade from Transistor.

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This week, hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) feature a conversation with content creator Cody Leach. Cody's YouTube channel boasts 175k subscribers and he shares his journey to becoming a full-time YouTube content creator specializing in movie reviews. Cody emphasizes the importance of focusing on a niche, differences in sound for video-only content, the challenges of dealing with negative feedback and differences between live streaming and pre-recorded content. Join the conversation!

Episode Keywords:
YouTube content creator, horror movie reviews, transition process, student interviews, college experience, podcasting journey, video editing, audience engagement, recording space, live streaming, feedback management, equipment investment, content focus, editing process, niche content

Links:
Cody Leach -
YouTube (link)
Facebook (link)
Cameo (link)
Instagram (link)

(Coming Soon) Help Support the show; Buy us a cup of ☕️

To download a copy of a transcript for this episode or any of our previous conversations, click here.
Also visit our Podcast webpage to find links to all of our other discussions; go to www.p2transition.com.
Additional information about post-secondary transition can be found at our website.
The Post-Secondary Transition Podcast Facebook page.
Visit our YouTube Channel to find additional video resources.
Intro/Outro music by AudioCoffee from Pixabay.
Transition music by Joseph McDade from Transistor.

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This week, hosts Meghan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) conclude a series of discussions charting transition through school years. For senior year, they differentiate between diploma-bound students and those on a certificate track. Key points include finalizing student-centered transition plans, participating in transition meetings, and ensuring students are aware of their accommodations and supports. They also stress the importance of building a support network and self-advocacy skills. Join the conversation!

Episode Keywords:
senior year transition, diploma bound, certificate track, student centered plan, transition meetings, financial aid, FAFSA, standardized tests, college applications, scholarships, disability support, employment preparation, support network, self-advocacy, at-home folder

Links:
Certificate Track (page)
Diploma Track (page)
Guardianship (page)
Guardianship Alternatives (page)

Past Discussions:
SSI (link)
Guardianship (link)
Exit Year (link)
Empowered Beginnings Pt. 1 (link)
Empowered Beginnings Pt. 2 (link)
Empowered Beginnings Pt. 3 (link)
Supported Decision Making_Full Discussion (link)

(Coming Soon) Help Support the show; Buy us a cup of ☕️

To download a copy of a transcript for this episode or any of our previous conversations, click here.
Also visit our Podcast webpage to find links to all of our other discussions; go to www.p2transition.com.
Additional information about post-secondary transition can be found at our website.
The Post-Secondary Transition Podcast Facebook page.
Visit our YouTube Channel to find additional video resources.
Intro/Outro music by AudioCoffee from Pixabay.
Transition music by Joseph McDade from Transistor.