How to Grow an Excavation Youtube Channel

On this week’s podcast episode, I chat with Brian Furness, creator of the Diesel & Iron YouTube channel and owner of a successful excavation business.

Brian built a thriving YouTube channel with over 59,000 subscribers while managing his service-based excavation business.

Starting with simple videos filmed on a smartphone, Brian now uses his platform to educate others, land partnerships, and inspire the next generation of tradespeople.

If you’ve ever thought about leveraging content creation to grow your business or wondered how to balance running a company while building an online presence, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration.

Here’s what we covered:

💪 Why starting simple with your content can help you gain traction faster.

💪 The strategies Brian used to grow his YouTube channel while maintaining his business.

💪 How authenticity and engagement (even criticism!) drive online success.

💪 Turning your YouTube presence into real-world business opportunities.

💪 Practical tips for marketing your services to a broader audience.

Whether you’re new to content creation or looking for ways to expand your business, this episode will leave you motivated to take action.

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This episode is brought to you by:

• Bear Claw Media: Proven digital marketing strategies for contractors.
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