Gotta agree with the other comments here... As much as we enjoy your almost daily morning videos, Bill, it's most important that you enjoy making them. When things starts to feel forced, stepping back is something absolutely needed. We'll support ya no matter the changes. :]
I still refuse to use FB. I know, I am missing out a lot, but it is my way of limiting my social media time. To keep track on youtube is almost enough, then I read some tweets but rarely tweet myself. And I upload on dailybooth when I feel like it, not every day like the name suggests. Actually I don´t want to have more websites to check every day.
When you start saying to yourself "I've GOT to get that video done for this week." instead of "Hey! That idea would make a great video sometime." you know you are in trouble. When you more or less force content, even good content, it starts being WORK and stops being FUN. I don't use FB. Heck I think I'm one of the 3 people in the world that don't Tweet!
You do what you do VERY well my friend... don't burn out on us.
As long as you check in with us here on the second channel, so that we know you're alive and well, it should be fine having less videos on your main channel. As for other networks, I only use google + to join in hangouts. I mainly use twitter, facebook and tumblr. I refuse to get into more stuff. People want me to join Pinterest. Nope, not gonna happen..
Thought provoking questions...one of the reasons I started exploring online video a few years back related to being burned out creating "traditional media," and wanting to find my way back to the pure joy of creating in the first place. If it becomes too much of a slog, you run the risk of forgetting why you love it so much in the first place.
@billtvmacon2 What I mean, though, is that, for most who create, there's a core motivation - an enjoyment a content creator gets out of communicating to an audience that reaches beyond the current method - be it video, radio, writing, etc.- to paraphrase, perhaps the disconnect comes when it becomes more about the medium than the message...?
Every few months I take a couple weeks off of YouTube. Since I do two videos a week - I need to recharge my batteries and get some fresh ideas. Facebook and Twitter are always on, no matter what I'm doing but my use of FB in particular has dwindled. I still use it and check it all day - but not like I did back in the days of "You've been hit in a pillow fight by..." I cut out all that stuff (except Words with Friends) and stick strictly to the social part.
@TheWoodcreekFaction LOL! Not much. I'm going to get away from the "video every week" routine and do what you guys do..only record on those two times a month when I'm sober.
@billtvmacon2 hahaha! we got a new one coming out next week. you rock man. don't forget it. we should do something different. get a Google+ hangout together.
@Ape65 Thanks! Videos are what I like to do the most, so very little will change here. Maybe more time between uploads on BillTvMacon. It's time to get down t two or three a month instead on one a week.
Good morning Bill and I got the coffee too. The mail box is straight, live is good. : ) It's always good from time to time to sit back on some things. Doing that now with Twitter. Haven't twitted in over a week now. Decide to take a few weeks off that aspect of the online social media. Still connected on G+, here on YouTube & FB with family.
If you take a break from daily YouTube Bill I can understand. Gives one a chance to recharge & re-evaluate. You have a good one today.
My time sink of choice on the Internet has always been chat (IRC once upon a time and Yahoo more recently, although that seems to have changed too.) Beyond that, it is youtube, twitter and facebook. But all of those take a backseat when my "real life" gets too hectic. So there you have it.
@billtvmacon2 I'm actually ridiculously lucky. I got to see the Green Brothers last night in Santa Monica, and John commented that he loves to write. So getting to write for a living is almost like getting paid for recreation. My job is like that to me (I teach Chemistry to college students.) I am fortunate to align my passions with that for which I get paid.
in re: content creators on the internet, I think the high-quality stuff comes from people who are able to do the same.
@billtvmacon2 Further, i would say that high-quality stuff comes from people who can keep things in balance well enough that the production of content doesn't end up being a massive headache of trying to meet a deadline.
So all things considered, this is a good topic for discussion - how do you choose your priorities for online activities? or for that matter, any activities?
re: MAILBOX - I just now realized that I built my house EIGHT (8) YEARS ago, and I STILL haven't gotten around to installing a "real" post for that thing. As of today, it's STILL a pipe situated in a wheel from a car!
re: Internet - I spend 90% of my on-line time only on YouTube & Facebook. As a procrastinator w/ ADHD, i'd never get ANYTHING done otherwise
@Shaggy72 I live in a neighborhood where the mailman will put your mail in a slot in the door. Yeah. I'm going to start eliminating online sites I really don't use.
I seem to have had something similar with Apple. Feeling less and less enthralled by the products I might just go cold turkey until either they release something new / I can afford a new laptop.
Yeah... I pretty much stick to YouTube and Facebook... a bit of Twitter for spice. On the phone, I like Instagram 'cause it's easy.
ChristopherMast 1 month ago
Gotta agree with the other comments here... As much as we enjoy your almost daily morning videos, Bill, it's most important that you enjoy making them. When things starts to feel forced, stepping back is something absolutely needed. We'll support ya no matter the changes. :]
TheMarchStudios 1 month ago
I still refuse to use FB. I know, I am missing out a lot, but it is my way of limiting my social media time. To keep track on youtube is almost enough, then I read some tweets but rarely tweet myself. And I upload on dailybooth when I feel like it, not every day like the name suggests. Actually I don´t want to have more websites to check every day.
Nightyyou 1 month ago
When you start saying to yourself "I've GOT to get that video done for this week." instead of "Hey! That idea would make a great video sometime." you know you are in trouble. When you more or less force content, even good content, it starts being WORK and stops being FUN. I don't use FB. Heck I think I'm one of the 3 people in the world that don't Tweet!
You do what you do VERY well my friend... don't burn out on us.
Harpmaker44 1 month ago
As long as you check in with us here on the second channel, so that we know you're alive and well, it should be fine having less videos on your main channel. As for other networks, I only use google + to join in hangouts. I mainly use twitter, facebook and tumblr. I refuse to get into more stuff. People want me to join Pinterest. Nope, not gonna happen..
scratchingcat 1 month ago
@donalwatzon That's a really good idea.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
Thought provoking questions...one of the reasons I started exploring online video a few years back related to being burned out creating "traditional media," and wanting to find my way back to the pure joy of creating in the first place. If it becomes too much of a slog, you run the risk of forgetting why you love it so much in the first place.
WorldAccordingtoRich 1 month ago
@WorldAccordingtoRich Exactly. Most of that is gone because the novelty has worn off.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
@billtvmacon2 What I mean, though, is that, for most who create, there's a core motivation - an enjoyment a content creator gets out of communicating to an audience that reaches beyond the current method - be it video, radio, writing, etc.- to paraphrase, perhaps the disconnect comes when it becomes more about the medium than the message...?
WorldAccordingtoRich 1 month ago
Every few months I take a couple weeks off of YouTube. Since I do two videos a week - I need to recharge my batteries and get some fresh ideas. Facebook and Twitter are always on, no matter what I'm doing but my use of FB in particular has dwindled. I still use it and check it all day - but not like I did back in the days of "You've been hit in a pillow fight by..." I cut out all that stuff (except Words with Friends) and stick strictly to the social part.
TheSchwartzcaster 1 month ago
@TheSchwartzcaster There is less of that excitement we've known from a couple of years ago.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
Nah, you have way too much fun. No break is happening.
TheWoodcreekFaction 1 month ago
@TheWoodcreekFaction LOL! Not much. I'm going to get away from the "video every week" routine and do what you guys do..only record on those two times a month when I'm sober.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
@billtvmacon2 hahaha! we got a new one coming out next week. you rock man. don't forget it. we should do something different. get a Google+ hangout together.
TheWoodcreekFaction 1 month ago
I didn't check my Twitter or Facebook for nearly two days and you know what happened? The Sun came up this morning just like always.
Relax.
realspacemodels 1 month ago
@realspacemodels Hahaha! I know. Sometimes you get caught up in things before you realize the time it's taking every day.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
It's just a hobby, if you need a break - take it. This isn't supposed to be a chore.
Ape65 1 month ago
@Ape65 Thanks! Videos are what I like to do the most, so very little will change here. Maybe more time between uploads on BillTvMacon. It's time to get down t two or three a month instead on one a week.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
Good morning Bill and I got the coffee too. The mail box is straight, live is good. : ) It's always good from time to time to sit back on some things. Doing that now with Twitter. Haven't twitted in over a week now. Decide to take a few weeks off that aspect of the online social media. Still connected on G+, here on YouTube & FB with family.
If you take a break from daily YouTube Bill I can understand. Gives one a chance to recharge & re-evaluate. You have a good one today.
@FiremanRich : )
TFPFP 1 month ago
@TFPFP Thanks for all the kindness and support!
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
My time sink of choice on the Internet has always been chat (IRC once upon a time and Yahoo more recently, although that seems to have changed too.) Beyond that, it is youtube, twitter and facebook. But all of those take a backseat when my "real life" gets too hectic. So there you have it.
nddulac 1 month ago
@nddulac Sounds like you have a great perspective on what's important.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
@billtvmacon2 I'm actually ridiculously lucky. I got to see the Green Brothers last night in Santa Monica, and John commented that he loves to write. So getting to write for a living is almost like getting paid for recreation. My job is like that to me (I teach Chemistry to college students.) I am fortunate to align my passions with that for which I get paid.
in re: content creators on the internet, I think the high-quality stuff comes from people who are able to do the same.
nddulac 1 month ago
@billtvmacon2 Further, i would say that high-quality stuff comes from people who can keep things in balance well enough that the production of content doesn't end up being a massive headache of trying to meet a deadline.
So all things considered, this is a good topic for discussion - how do you choose your priorities for online activities? or for that matter, any activities?
nddulac 1 month ago
re: MAILBOX - I just now realized that I built my house EIGHT (8) YEARS ago, and I STILL haven't gotten around to installing a "real" post for that thing. As of today, it's STILL a pipe situated in a wheel from a car!
re: Internet - I spend 90% of my on-line time only on YouTube & Facebook. As a procrastinator w/ ADHD, i'd never get ANYTHING done otherwise
Shaggy72 1 month ago
@Shaggy72 I live in a neighborhood where the mailman will put your mail in a slot in the door. Yeah. I'm going to start eliminating online sites I really don't use.
billtvmacon2 1 month ago
I seem to have had something similar with Apple. Feeling less and less enthralled by the products I might just go cold turkey until either they release something new / I can afford a new laptop.
thekeyring 1 month ago