The hack for vlogging in public (goodbye, social anxiety)
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📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕
00:00 we ALL feel awkward vlogging in public - it doesn’t have to stop you
00:52 vlogging in public tip #1: never vlog standing still
01:44 if you’re in a crowd…
02:03 if you’re on a quiet street
03:09 tip #2: use low profile gear
03:52 I love vlogging with my phone!
04:21 I’m low key obsessed with the Insta360 Flow
05:42 hands-free recording!
06:15 the tripod feature is highly underrated
06:52 having gear that doesn’t attract attention is key!
07:16 tip #3 plan what you want to say!
08:57 remember to SHOW not TELL!
09:16 tip #4 accept the cringe
10:06 change your mindset around vlogging
10:47 having more subscribers doesn’t make it less awkward tbh
11:20 practise is what makes it easier!
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When I'm vlogging these days I pretend I'm on a video call with someone when I'm in public! I film all my videos on my phone, so this strategy works pretty well actually! I think most people are more interested in my conversation and don't even realize I'm vlogging! Or don't notice at all
That's literally what I was thinking! If you happen to be in public and video chatting with a friend, you wouldn't feel embarrassed about showing them stuff right?? I'd be excited about that 😊
I do this with b roll too! I pretend I'm recording a Snapchat or something to my story 😂😂
Lol i do the same
Love this!
This a great idea let me try this as well
Social anxiety is the reason I have never done vlogging but Im just going to go for it and start my channel again
I noticed that when I vlog in public, most people are curious about what im doing and I actually gain subs that way. And remember, Its only Awkward if you want it to be! Great video❤️
We are cringey and we accept it haha. Also mostly when people do watch or see us vlog I know its just curiosity and people normal just give a little smile and get on with their day. Great advise. xx
In general, for vloggers who are worried about what others are thinking, I'd say most people are thinking "don't film me" followed by "don't spend forever in the same spot if it's iconic/famous/likely to be where others also want to film and/or take pictures". Being respectful in these regards should go far!
Yeah I was at a temple in Indonesia and it was pretty busy and these 2 Russian bloggers were purposely taking up the entire main walkway and kept doing take after take after take and scoffing at people walking by, it was so cringe and entitled.
And yes, despite already vlogging for 3 years and gaining a lot of followers doing so, i still truly struggle every single time...
So true, vlogging has made me 100 times more confident with everything in life!
I love how relatable you are. Watch your tutorials regularly. If you ever come to Thailand, please let's collaborate. I would love to interview you for my channel (148k subs). I know it might be out of the way, but who knows! I'm just throwing it out there 😂
I just travelled from Australia to New York to film travel vlogs for my channel. This was my first solo trip and as someone with anxiety I struggled to pull the camera out at first (especially on the plane) …but as the series goes on you can see me get more confident. I think walking whilst talking definitely helped me, as well as thinking of it as my job. Also people don’t know you don’t have thousands of subscribers either so the opposite is true. 😂 I also told myself who cares if people think I’m weird, it’s not like I’m going to see them ever again. I had people ask what I was doing so I explained and handed them my card and they subscribed so I guess it’s also a way to get new viewers. The more you do it, the more confident you get (to a degree) and start to enjoy it more. I also wrote down note cards with what to say about different places before I went, so I used those when filming as sometimes the mind goes blank once the camera is out 😂
I'm going to travel round Australia this year so excited to make some vlogs. I'll check out your channel. 😀
Seems that more people watch you walking on the street than in KZhead..
I prefer to travel vlog because I know I'll probably never see those people again. That mindset helps a lot. I'm less nervous filming in my own city now too.
you really do make the EXACT video i need every time 😭 idk how u do it
haha i'm so glad to hear that!!
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I'm about to shoot my travel vlog and this is exactly what I needed. Thanks for your practical tips!
that's so exciting! glad I could help ♥️
“Accepting the cringe” Very good advice. I’ve been doing attempts on making cinematic videos for some years now and I really like it. I don’t have views but I don’t mind since for me it’s more of a personal thing and a fun hobby. My wife and I travel a bit and it’s fun to do and I just love to shoot videos and making memories when we do. My wife would like to add a vlog type thing to it so this video helps out a lot! Thanks!
Such good advice ! It is a biggie vlogging in public ! There is that thing where you feel crazy talking to camera in front of people and making it feel ok to do! I recently vlogged walking around Brussels . Doing it for me is the best way to get over doing it, thanks for sharing some really great tips!😊
Nice video, thanks. It helps to remember that in most cases you will never see random strangers again. So even if you're cringe, who cares. Even the strangers don't care, for the most part. They have their own fears and insecurities
I bet half are jealous you're being brave and doing it and half don't care and 1% are judging (who cares what THEY think).
You are a natural Katie. Who knew???? You make it look so easy, thanks for another sincere and helpful video.
The walk & talk is a game changer! It makes you feel like you're having a regular conversation w/ someone. #LessStressful PS: Love your videos, Katie! ☕
I attempted my first public vlog this week, and as soon as I pressed record there were people walking by every time. This was exactly the video I needed. 👍👍
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Thank you for making this video, Katie! I always feel awkward and good to know that I'm not alone. Great tips!
This is what keeps me from getting started even though I want to. Thanks for the tips!! I have a vacation coming up g up I’d like to vlog and I feel it’s easier when I’m on a trip than at home… Right now I have my phone and a GoPro but very interested in the pocket 3.
Your tips are always SO real and helpful, thank you! Visiting Pakistan and vlogging here for the first time. This is a place where everyone stares at you (friendly curiosity, even if you're an overseas Pakistani) all the time...let alone if you're doing something crazy like vlogging lol. Your tips will def come in handy :)
Thanks for this! I think the most useful for me has been to hear how much you've struggled and how even when being used to it, you still have these feelings of being awkward... Yet looking super comfortable and confident on the end result!
TBH i've always shied away from showing myself in videos, thinking 'why would anyone want to see my face?' I've also noticed that my face does odd things as soon as a camera is trained on it, adding to the anxiety. Your suggestions are what I needed to get over that hump. Thanks!
But those are the things that makes you authentic and relatable.
Ive accepted it. But maybe its a lot easier when i already have a fan based. People judge less unfortunately when youre already established. My best advice for new people is to just be respectful and confident doing it. Try to even use a small camera in crowded places
Thank you for this video and discount link. Turning my eye towards vlogging and find your channel helpful. Ordered the gimble. I needed one!
I have wanted to dip my toes into the vlogging world for years, but have always been intimidated. I have been subbed to your channel for a long time, and this is possibly the video that really resonated most with me.
I really appreciate this topic! Thank you for covering this. Your videos and transparency have really helped me. 🙏🏾😊
Thanks for sharing these tips Katie! I'm happy to see they're things I personally do without necessarily thinking about it. It was cool to see I am taking the right steps!! It's so refreshing to know that no matter how successful you have become as a 'vlogger', you're still human and feel that awkwardness when filming in public! Loved this super relatable video!!!
Thanks for the tips , I have been heckled with the Insta Flow before , just keep filming and even include the heckler in your footage it brings laughter and views
Yes! Thank you for making this video, I’ve never vlogged in public because I always felt so ridiculous, but these tips are gold!
I always love watching your videos. I love your vibe and aesthetic style.
Thank for this video! I find myself not knowing what to say sometimes in my vlogs, so the questions you provided are so helpful :)
Literally that’s how I started on TikTok, it was short so I was talking and stuff and then I grew… you are absolutely right.
I am new in Vlogging, and I am still learning. Watching your video inspires me to go on ❤❤!
amazing video and I LOVEEE the b-roll bits you added of yourself, makes someone like me who is very visual see what you mean! ty for the tips 💘
I think getting a wireless microphone helps a lot. I remember vlogging my first video and i tried to speak louder because i was afraid my voice wouldn’t be heard, and i get stares from people nearby. 😂
This came just in time…I’m hoping (*hoping!*) to vlog an event this Friday. Thank you so much for this, Katie!!
Oh my god I love your vibe! You rock and I think this planet and this platform needs mor humans like you! Instant subscribe!!
Great tips! Thank you for always giving so much value in your videos! 🙏🏽
I recently started vlogging and getting comfortable doing it in public is a struggle. Thank you for sharing these tips, will be putting to use!
I’m in that awkward phase where I, starting to film and edit but haven’t posted yet. Totally love my insta360 flow. It’s definitely come in handy and I hope they release an updated version soon. Love your videos and their messages.
This is right on time!!!! Thank you!
Looove the tip about preparing deeper questions to ask yourself! I think this’ll help me feel more comfortable creating spontaneous videos! 💕
This is so helpful, thank you! The 360 flow looks really cool.
I filmed myself while driving (yes I was paying attention to the road) haha but I just uploaded my 1st YT vid today 🙌🏻🙌🏻
yeah good advice. i used to feel a way too. wanted to record when no one is around, now i pop my camera out whenever. i guess it takes real reps to get used to it. thanks for the extra tips
Thank you for the tips, Katie! I will definitely be incorporating some of them in my next video!
Thank you Katie. I can't wait to get out and do it. ❤
I bought the dji osmo pocket 3 and it’s perfect when I vlog because it’s so tiny you don’t have a big camera that can bring lots of attention. Even smaller than a phone. I use to vlog with my phone but now I feel even more comfortable with this (even if it doesn’t remove all social anxiety)
You're a total legend Katie! Great tips!
Love this, thank you!!
Literally what I needed to hear!! 🥲 Thanks Katie for being so relatable and for all the tips! I also feel that it’s less awkward when you’re doing vlogs with a partner because then it feels like a conversation between both of you, or maybe also because there’re 2 awkward people now 😝
Hey you have been one of the inspirations I have cited for starting a daily vlog!
I just wanna vlog because i want to make memories and don't care too much about subscribers and would like to gain confidence in videos since I tend to freeze in public when making a simple video of me talking . I just wanna show my family one day that i can vlog well
Thank Katie, these tips are really relatable and helpful!
Some great tips! Honestly, I've been doing it now for 3 years, and my social anxiety just seems to continue to worsen lol. Safe travels, friend!
Great content! Will help a lot when filming in public! And can’t wait to get my hands on this Flow!
Thank you. I’m gone start thinking before I speak in stuttering and deer in eyes especially around people ❤
Excellent. I just use my phone. Otherwise, it's very awkward. Another great video Katie.
Thanks again for the so much value you give
Thank you for this video! I was literally looking for videos about this topic a few days ago because I am going to Korea and I want to vlog, but I am scared and nervous of doing fir the first time and this video from your is a sign that I should start vlogging even though I am nervous and scared ✨
I just did my first solo trip to film a vlog and can relate to how you are feeling. I was so anxious at first but the more I did it the more comfortable I felt. Katie’s tips were basically all the things I did and it really does help. Have a great time!
okay this is my third video of yours and ive wanted to get every single sponsored item youve mentioned in each one xD lmaoooo you're content creation is badass!!!
Great tips. thank you keep up the good work C
Thank you for this video! Got me pumped to start vlogging
Awesome video! Quick question, when you’re shooting on a vlogging camera in landscape, can you use that same footage for social media apps like TikTok? Might be an obvious answer, but I honestly don’t know so that’s why I’m asking 😊. I guess I’m wondering if you have to use your vlogging camera strictly for KZhead and your iPhone strictly for shooting for social media. Thanks for the awesome video!!
Thank you! I wish you would do a video on how to use the Insta360. I've got one and I still struggle with getting it centered, using it etc. I've watched several videos and yes, ii still baffles me and I'm not a techno-phobe either. I have 2 phones that work with it too. If you are using the front facing (not selfie camera) how can you draw a square around your face? I do enjoy your videos!
This phone Gimbal looks intriguing. Do you have a phone microphone you recommend. I've been through two that sound terrible and broke quickly. Thanks!
This is great. I’ve headed over to order but quick question: what’s you mobile solution for audio? Thank you 🙏🏽
Thank you for sharing this. It helps me to get motivated and trying to start vlogging
This is excellent advice, thanks Katie! I certainly struggle with the social anxiety of filming in public, which I have to do a lot for food & travel content 😅
Thanks Katie this is something I really struggle with sometimes. Will try your tips
Wow. Love the tracking bit. Can it be mounted on nomal tripods for long and wide views
I just ordered my Insta360 Flow.😁 I can’t wait to play with it !👍🏼 Thank you for the discount !
Another fantastic video Katie and thanks for the vlogging filming tips so we don't get social anxiety while filming. You might need to be careful about filming others if you haven't gotten their consent for them to be in your vlogs. Love 🥰 this video and love 💕 Katie.
Thanks so much for these! I've been vlogging in public since 2014. I waddle when I walk so I have to stand still. I've switched to my phone since they are now better than many point and shoot cameras. This gimbal looks incredible! I definitely need one!
🙏thank you!
My 360 x has just arrived and cant wait to start using it 😊
We are also travel vloggers and the one thing i always keep in my mind when being somewhere "touristy" is that most of the people around you dont even know you exist. They are solely looking at whatever attraction is around. And especially on cruise ships, you are just another face in the crowd taking video of yourself. Some people actually know youre doing and will come ask you about your channel or whatever. Ive gotten a quite few subs from other cruisers just because they follow other vloggers and want to say they met one.
Katie we are flying to Florida in August and it will be our first time ever Vlogging our two week holiday, we are both excited but we don’t know what we need? Do we need a microphone with a cover on it so you can hear us talking and not any wind that maybe blowing? Thank you and any advice is very much appreciated Rich n Sara
What app do you use for video recording on your phone? I'm new to video creation and wondering if there is a better option than the regular camera app on iPhone, I don't like the way the footage looks most of the time on my iPhone 15 Pro...
So is the Insta360 Flow that you’re using the tripod bundle or creator bundle?
When vlogging with your phone and walking and talking do you use the front camera?
The Insta360 flow beeps loudly on the Ai tracking. The beeping will be in recorded videos which sucks. I only see it useful for b-roll maybe. I reached out to their support team. Hopefully their devs launch a new update to mute the beeping.
Thank you!! I am trying to psche myself up to do this on my next trip but so far am just feeling nauseous about it 😩
Thanks, Katie. Good suggestions and very helpful. I feel awkward but know I just need to get over it! I just am vlogging for fun anyway.
That gimbal looks so cool! I have some other brand but it’s really big and awkward and I never use it. I’ll keep this other one in mind if I decide to replace it. The fold down size is appealing.
Katie, when is your membership for brand deals coming out?
Thanks for this video. I’ve been using the DJI OM 4 gimbal for a while and it’s great the only problem I have is that I find my iPhone 12 battery drains quite quickly and I need my phone to use maps to find where I’m going. Even though the OM4 can charge the battery it’s slow.
That Insta360 Flow looks awesome!
Thank you for this video so appreciate it as a beginner
Hey I did your Domestika course and have just discovered your channel now, love your videos. They are super valuable and motivational, just want to say thank you!! :)
Great tips and honestly it's soooo awkward in the beginning, but we jumped into it and began anyway. Quickly we found out that people look, because it's interesting and they're curious 😃 Sometimes it's even useful to tell yourself that you're a KZheadr and pretend it's all normal. I think we feel more awkward ourselves than our surroundings do 😉
This was so helpful!
Katie. You are a genius. This video has answered some questions I Had since long time ago. Greetings from Ecuador.
I loved this video. Very helpful and helped me change my mindset
Before KZhead i have watch your video's and was following your channel longtime ago thank you and now i am doing better watching from Sri Lanka ❤
Hi Katie! I love everything you share about vlogging... you may be too young to remember this, but I do,😅 when mobile phones had just started I remember people being embarrassed to talk on the phone and walk at the same time.. and you see today, so I think it's just a change of perspective. 😘
thank you for the advice
Katie, your a sweetheart. Your a natural.