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Oct 2022
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4 predictions for the future of the crea...

COLIN AND SAMIR
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On this episode of Creator Support, we answer questions about YouTube's ad revenue declining, how to focus on story in videos, and how creators should use their platforms. Read our predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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