The Nick & Sanjee Podcast

Nick & Sanjee

Nick & Sanjee are two YouTubers from Australia who love to chat all things content creation and YouTube. Join us on our YouTube journeys as we try to grow our channels, learn from the community and share the knowledge we've been able to gain so far.

  1. 01/12/2025

    The Struggles of Content Creation: Finding Balance - Ep.#28

    Send us a text In this episode, Nick and Sanjee discuss the challenges of finding work-life balance as content creators. They share their experiences of juggling YouTube with full-time jobs and the difficulties of maintaining consistency. They also explore the importance of having a consistent setup and the time-consuming process of setting up and packing down equipment. They discuss the mental aspect of content creation and the need for strong reasons and goals to sustain motivation. They also touch on the benefits of hiring an editor and the impact of stability in personal life on content creation. Nick reflects on his experimentation and realization of his limitations as a content creator. He acknowledges the importance of working with a team and outsourcing tasks to achieve sustainable growth. Sanjee highlights the support teams of successful YouTubers like Ali Abdaal and Casey Neistat. They discuss the need for perseverance and understanding one's limitations. They also emphasize the value of developing skills as a content creator, even if YouTube doesn't work out long-term. The tip of the week is to use a time tracking platform like Clockify to assess where time is being allocated and determine which tasks to outsource first. Find Sanjee On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SanjeeSen Web: https://www.sanjeesen.com/ Find Nick On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NickKendall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickkendall_/ Web: https://www.nickkendall.com.au/

    43 min
  2. 01/08/2025

    What we Learnt from AutoAlex - Ep.#27

    Send us a text In this episode of the Nick and Sanji Podcast, the hosts dive deep into the YouTube channel of Auto Alex, a car enthusiast known for his engaging content on purchasing and restoring old cars. They discuss the unique aspects of his channel, including his production style, relatability, and the importance of characters in videos. The conversation also touches on the significance of audio quality, the long-term commitment required for success on YouTube, and the potential of podcasting as a medium for content creators. The hosts reflect on their own content creation journeys and how they can apply insights from Auto Alex's success to their channels. Takeaways Auto Alex has 600,000 subscribers and produces engaging content.His videos have a relatable, TV show-like format.The importance of characters in videos enhances viewer engagement.Good audio quality is crucial for content creation.Building a personal connection with the audience is key.Auto Alex's background in Carthrottle gave him an advantage.Content should cater to the curiosity of the audience.Podcasting can be an effective medium for creators.Consistency in production quality helps retain viewers.Creating relatable content can lead to greater audience connection. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: 10 Things We've Learned from Auto Alex's YouTube Channel 04:49 The Power of Relatability and Characters in YouTube Content 10:33 Creating Engaging Videos with Personal Anecdotes and Changing Settings 23:57 Enhancing Content with B-roll Footage 24:28 The Advantages of Previous Experience 28:20 Creating Relatable Content 31:05 Thumbnails 38:44 Exploring Additional Topics Through Podcasts 41:58 Adding Depth and Relatability with Characters and Background Elements Find Sanjee On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SanjeeSen Web: https://www.sanjeesen.com/ Find Nick On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NickKendall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickkendall_/ Web: https://www.nickkendall.com.au/

    48 min
  3. 03/31/2024

    #24: How To Pitch Yourself as a Creator

    Send us a text In this episode, Nick and Sanjee discuss the importance of pitching yourself as a content creator and how to create a media kit or pitch deck. They share their own experiences and provide tips on what to include in a media kit, such as demographic information, statistics, and previous brand collaborations. They also discuss the benefits of using online platforms to create a media kit and provide examples of content creators who have successfully attracted sponsorships. The episode concludes with a tip of the week on using Canva to create professional designs. Takeaways *Pitching yourself as a content creator is important for attracting sponsorships and collaborations. *A media kit or pitch deck is a document that provides an overview of your channel, audience demographics, and statistics. *Include information about previous brand collaborations and case studies to demonstrate your value to potential sponsors. *Online platforms like Passionfruit, Beacons.ai, and StreamElements can help create and showcase your media kit. *Customise your media kit for each brand and consider including examples of how you can promote their products or services. *Canva is a useful tool for creating professional-looking media kits and other design materials. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:47 Importance of Pitching Yourself 01:43 Inspiration from Firm Learning 02:35 Nick's Experience with Media Kits 04:45 Professionalism in YouTube 05:43 What to Include in a Media Kit 06:52 Customizing the Media Kit 08:10 Using Examples and Case Studies 11:44 Return on Investment for brands 12:36 Creating a Media Kit 15:17 Using Online Platforms 16:25 Tailoring the Media Kit 17:14 Why this is important 19:34 Offers from Brands for Sanjee 22:31 Challenges in Personal Finance Space 23:23 Examples of Media Kits and Channels 25:19 Tip of the Week: Canva 26:30 Where to Find Nick and Sanjee 27:12 Our other episodes 🎙️ If you’d like to get started on podcasting - check out our referral link for Riverside. A fantastic platform that makes recording and editing podcasts a breeze. https://www.riverside.fm/?via=nickandsanjee Find Sanjee On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SanjeeSen Web: https://www.sanjeesen.com/ Find Nick On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NickKendall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickkendall_/ Web: https://www.nickkendall.com.au/

    28 min
  4. 03/17/2024

    #23: Doing THIS will UNLOCK Your YouTube Growth

    Send us a text In this episode, Nick and Sanjee discuss the benefits of outsourcing tasks in order to unlock YouTube growth. They share their experiences with outsourcing editing and provide tips on how to hire an editor. They also discuss their workflows and the importance of delegating tasks to focus on more valuable activities. The key takeaway is to evaluate the value of your time and consider outsourcing tasks that can be done by others more efficiently.  Takeaways *Outsourcing tasks can save time and allow creators to focus on more valuable activities. *Hiring an editor can significantly reduce the time spent on editing videos. *It is important to clearly communicate instructions and build a good relationship with the editor. *Evaluate the value of your time and consider outsourcing tasks that can be done more efficiently by others.  *Join an accountability group to stay focused and motivated in your content creation journey. *Building relationships with other content creators can provide inspiration and a sense of understanding. *Accountability groups and friendships with content creators can help overcome the challenges of content creation. *Finding like-minded individuals who share your passion for content creation can lead to growth and success. 00:00 Topic Introduction: Unlocking YouTube Growth 01:10 Chapter 1: Benefits of Outsourcing 07:56 Chapter 2: Hiring an Editor 18:29 Chapter 3: Workflow and Delegating Tasks 28:29 Key Takeaways and Conclusion 32:57 Accountability Groups 35:20 Building Relationships with Other Content Creators 🎙️ If you’d like to get started on podcasting - check out our referral link for Riverside. A fantastic platform that makes recording and editing podcasts a breeze. https://www.riverside.fm/?via=nickandsanjee Find Sanjee On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SanjeeSen Web: https://www.sanjeesen.com/ Find Nick On: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NickKendall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickkendall_/ Web: https://www.nickkendall.com.au/

    37 min

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Nick & Sanjee are two YouTubers from Australia who love to chat all things content creation and YouTube. Join us on our YouTube journeys as we try to grow our channels, learn from the community and share the knowledge we've been able to gain so far.