Send a textWe talk with Mark from Sauce Stash about blunt feedback, on-camera growth, and building a sustainable creator business without chasing every viral wave. We unpack pivots, sponsorships, community, and the mindset needed to evolve a channel with purpose.• origin of Sauce Stash and early faceless recipe videos• the tough feedback that led to on-camera personality• energy management, multiple takes, and authenticity• perfectionism in food filming and smarter planning• success myths vs reality and the creative hamster wheel• layoff to full-time creator and the early revenue bridge• AdSense vs sponsorships and long-term brand deals• brand safety, consistency, and pricing with patience• evolving from plant-based science to health-focused content• how to pivot while keeping a working series alive• testing ideas 10 times with packaging iterations• building a creator network through persistence• the biggest beginner mistake: assuming viewers know you• starting from scratch with relevant 30-day challenges• closing mindset: fill your cup to help othersFeel free, if you want to, hit that subscribe button

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