What do you do if you're a content creator and want to stay ahead of emerging technologies?

Embrace new platforms and channels to reach a wider audience and engage with your followers in new ways. Whether it's a social media platform, a content distribution network, or a niche community forum, exploring new platforms can help you stay ahead of the curve and expand your reach.

Don't get stuck in a rut! I used to focus just on YouTube, but recently tried posting the same content as Instagram Reels and making the shorts from the long videos giving a way bigger reach! Sometimes the same video performs totally differently depending on the platform.

Invest in your skills development by learning new tools, techniques, and technologies relevant to content creation. Whether it's mastering a new editing software, learning about virtual reality content creation, or improving your storytelling abilities, continuous learning is essential for staying ahead in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

I honestly thought I could get by with basic editing forever. But after those targeted Instagram ads got me (thanks, algorithm!), I took a short course on color grading and a few others on Udemy. Total game changer! Now my videos have a whole different vibe. I'm also super excited about SORA from OpenAI. The results I'm seeing online are stunning. Following these steps as a content creator definitely helps you stay ahead of emerging technologies

Collaborate with other content creators, industry experts, and innovators to exchange ideas, share insights, and stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies. By collaborating with others, you can tap into collective knowledge and expertise, discover new opportunities, and foster creativity and innovation.

Teaming up with creators in different niches helps you tap into new audiences. Plus, you always learn something when you see another person's workflow.

Experiment with new content formats and storytelling techniques to keep your audience engaged and differentiate yourself from the competition. Whether it's interactive content, live streaming, augmented reality experiences, or immersive storytelling, don't be afraid to push the boundaries and try new things.

As I said before, I've been experimenting with new formats. Posting the same content as Instagram Reels and shorts alongside my long-form videos has given me way more reach! It also keeps things fresh and forces me to think creatively about how to present the same story in different ways. Of course, I still need to work on my voiceover for the short formats – storytelling changes a lot between platforms and audience expectations are different. I'm also using YouTube community pages for polls, expressing gratitude, and celebrating special days. Platforms are keep adding new features so testing new features what works best for you and what not , helps us optimize results and delight our audience.

Following tech blogs and creators who specialize in emerging tech gives me early ideas. I don't need to be the VERY first, but I want to jump on trends before they get too saturated.

Stay informed about emerging trends and developments in the content creation space by monitoring industry publications, attending conferences and events, and following thought leaders and influencers in your niche. By staying abreast of the latest trends, you can anticipate changes and opportunities and adapt your strategy accordingly.

Des outils de veille permettent de rester à jour sur les actualités comme Cikisi, Flusio, Feedly, Flipboard, Inoreader, Netvibes, etc.

The most crucial part is to understand 'emerging technologies'. It includes: A) Tools E.g., Ai Generation tools --> Currently there are 150 such tools. Knowing all them is futile because 99% tools are inaccurate or incompetent for diverse activities. Having command over Copilot or ChatGPT will suffice. B) Distribution channels Unlike the former, you must put your hands in all channels you encounter. E.g., Forums, Reels, etc. Command over one tool and using it to analyse/ease distribution in myriad channels, pay dividends in the career.