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YouTube is NOT The Best Way To Learn Carpentry...SO I'M STARTING THIS INSTEAD!

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Over the last couple years, I’ve had a growing feeling that teaching carpentry exclusively through RU-vid videos is not the most effective way of doing my job...So, I’m starting something new!
As of summer 2023, I’ll begin offering online video courses through my own website, thehonestcarpenter.com!
The website still needs a serious overhaul, and I’m in the process now of developing my first online video courses. BUT I know that this will be the ultimate way to teach carpentry, construction techniques, trades knowledge, tool knowledge, and even elements of contracting and building code.
RU-vid is an extraordinary platform, which contains an outrageously diverse range of topics...and it’s FREE FOR EVERYBODY. But the presence of the algorithm requires that content creators spend a lot of time thinking of ways to get videos to simply perform well.
Through my own online courses, I’ll be able to teach you carpentry in THE WAY I KNOW IT SHOULD BE TAUGHT! I can be far more thorough, and explore the appropriate topics without worrying about how the algorithm will handle them.
So, if you’ve ever REALLY wanted to learn about carpentry and construction, just hold tight. Soon you’ll have great video courses explaining everything from the bottom up, giving you total insight into how things should be done.
I’ll hope you’ll check out HONEST CARPENTER UNIVERSITY in JUNE 2023!

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@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Hey everybody, videos will still be in the 5-12 minute range! They’ll just be bundled into larger courses built around learning one subject, and those courses available exclusively on my website. 🙂

@dlooper1 Год назад

Can't wait Ethan....Most informative channel on You Tube!!!

@mattdonna9677 Год назад

Regardless of the choice you make to present your online platform I know you will do well. You're a good teacher and that is what attracts us to your channel.

@HeirloomBuilders Год назад

YES! This is great news. I’m excited to see the condensed nuggets of info you put into YT shorts

@samnolad Год назад

Love your videos and your knowledge.

@draintheputt9517 Год назад

At 2:28 mark, you referenced the main reason youtube is so popular...it's free. If your courses are going to be free of charge, wonderful, can't wait. If this is going to be another youtuber opening a new more lucrative income stream, sorry it's not for me. Love your channel and content as is and hope to see more of your videos in the future.

@SteveRamsey Год назад

This is going to be awesome! 👊

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thanks, Steve! It all starts with a good piece of advice at the right moment 😆

@andrewjackson2317 Год назад

I enjoy both your channel and this one

@seanmuir9594 Год назад

Ethan, your explanation shows that you really know your audience and are genuinely trying to work within the youtube constraints. Most of us are here for your realistic and sound teaching. You are on to something good and I'm excited to see what you develop by yourself and with the collaboration of professionals you know. Keep up the great work.

@cattigereyes1 Год назад

Tips , tricks for starters. Technically skilled areas should be taught in person.

@nonopolo9569 Год назад

Great book for a beginner . ru-vid.comUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ this book really starts from the beginning, as in it explains what basic tools are and how to use them. But when it gets to the art of creating joints and how and when to use them this book really starts to teach you something. At least that was my experience.

@DanKoning777 Год назад

At 65 my "what do I want to be when I grow up" days are behind me. As for the what, when, how, and show time lengths, etc are concerned, I would draw from your own building and trade experience, recalling what helped you the most-what was the most effective when it came to learning as a: DIYer, a contractor, and a YT content creator. Hoping for the best for you Ethan. *God bless.*

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Dan! I do always try to think back and remember those “a-ha!” moments 🙂

@MrKim-kv2vv Год назад

I’m with you Dan, At 69 and homeowner who would rather “do the job myself” I use YT for a lot of how to’s. It’s not for me to learn something for future use, it’s to get this job done and move on. This channel is an excellent source, however I do use additional resources for a total picture. 🙋🏼

@kbenk108 Год назад

@@MrKim-kv2vv yup total picture should be the goal for your HC university @TheHonestCarpenter

@martharetallick204 Год назад

And this 65-year-old agrees. Down the road, I am looking at offering my own course via my website. So, lessons on that topic would be very helpful.

@Charlielizard Год назад

HC Univ. is a fantastic idea. Due to time constraints and juggling so many different people; my first thought would be to use short time frames per session, while completing an overall large topic. I'll head out and answer questions. This is seriously a fantastic idea! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Chuck! I really appreciate that. I’ll def still break things into small, very simple sections no matter what! 😄

@mysticmeadow9116 Год назад

Ethan, as a casual RU-vid subscriber I just wanted to say how much I have learned from you and to thank you for all the time and effort you put into your videos. I want to wish you the best of luck in your new venture. Your knowledge and demeanor make it feel like you would be a natural teacher. I look forward to seeing your new website. Blessings to you.

@love2laughwa Год назад

As a "tool chick," I'm excited about this!! You're so easy to follow and understand that I look forward to quick tips AND long tutorials on your new site. If you had an 8-hour start-to-finish table saw tutorial, for example, I'd bring my laptop out in the garage and follow along. I keep trying to get into a local table saw class but can never make it work with my schedule.

@woodrowsmith3400 Год назад

A comprehensive table saw class would be killer...but, honestly? That's not why I'm here. I'm here for studs, and pony walls, and recognizing a load-bearing wall. How to frame, how to read a blueprint, how to center wall studs, how to cut rafters...you know...carpenter stuff. I am already a decent woodworker. Many carpenter tricks transfer to woodworking, and you do well in that area, Ethan. But I want 'carpenter'. Check out Steve Ramsey. It is said his Woodworking for Mere Mortals are chock full of information you need to know. I've not gone through his course, but if it is like his videos, it would be worth investigating.

@collinmichels7972 Год назад

I’m 20 years old and I am a carpenters apprentice. I found your channel to be the most helpful to learn and tune up my skills. I appreciate you and everything you do.

@kimberlyhanley5905 Год назад

I do appreciate your RU-vid vids; they are chock full of insightful straightforward insider information which helps me to comprehend carpentry and home repair better…and allows me to know when I can do something myself or when to call a pro. Since carpentry is not my profession, I most likely would not partake in classes, but if I needed a deeper understanding of a project, then a shorter one hour might be all my schedule and brain could tolerate. I’m a current subscriber and always interested, intrigued and entertained by your RU-vid content. I know videos are a ton of work and I for one appreciate your dedication to making honest content. You and Steve are both fabulous. Thank you!

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Kimberly! I really appreciate the feedback and advice 😄

@rjohnson5120 Год назад

This comment hit the nail on the head for me. You probably have three audiences - young people going into the trades, the Kimberly’s (and me) wanting to get basic info on how to do a project for DIY or so we don’t get screwed by a contractor, and old farts who want to learn deep and have a lot of time. I see smallish fee “short courses” and larger fee university curriculum. The latter a discount fee for bulk curriculum for the trades folks or individual fee for in depth on, say, “all things drywall” for the old fart who is confident that his wife is wrong. 😅 Love your channel.

@annebierce5280 Год назад

Great idea! Your channel is one of my favorites. Longer courses are great as long as there are chapters. I’ll often want to review a particular piece of a video but don’t want to watch the entire thing over again. Chapters also help when learning about something that I don’t have a clue about because I need time to digest the first part before going on to the next.

@srinageshkoushik8854 Год назад

Ethan, you are an awesome teacher. I love your style of teaching. For me I want to learn to make shelves, and indoor and outdoor furniture. Everything from picking the right wood to techniques to make sure the furniture is esthetically pleasing is a challenge for me. But bite size videos as part of a detailed course would be what I can sign on to.

@Low_runner Год назад

I love this idea! It would be so helpful if you started a newsletter list, so there’s no way I will miss course news if life gets chaotic around May or June. 😊

@terryl7874 Год назад

I have always said do whatever floats your boat. I view videos for short content. I have been done attending online or in person classes long time ago. More power to you.

@performancehvacr6629 Год назад

This is what a lot of educators are moving or have moved to. Strictly being a RU-vidr means doing tons of tool reviews and selling product placement. When your audience is actually here to learn, it gets hard watching yet another "Best Tape Measure" video, when you can just buy a Stanley Powerlock, or any other other decent tape measure and go actually do something with it. Too many content creators pushing tools and not actually providing value. I've seen that happen with really good channels.

@billm.8220 Год назад

You’re a damn good teacher Ethan. A full coarse with 1/2 hr. Videos on your website would be very helpful. We can peruse them at our leisure depending on what projects we’re working on or what stage we’re at in those projects. Take your time setting this up. Your health comes first my man. Don’t burn yourself out trying to move too fast on this.

@chrispellegrino3117 Год назад

Honest Carpenter, you’re living up to your name, being honest with your followers, thank you! Both sisters here 61 & 71 years old have been your fans for years & you’ve taught us so much! Being a public school & university educator for over 25 years & now retired, you are a good teacher & we will continue with you on your new journey. By the way, I bought your 5 books of “Dungeon World” for my 8-9 year old great-nephews, awesome reads! Mr. James, wishing you the best from North Texas🤠

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Aww, thank you so much for getting the books, Chris! I’m really glad y’all enjoyed them. I’m still hoping to do some kids publishing about carpentry as well some day. I’m hard at work on the courses now. Thank you for supporting the channel! 😄

@agray6559 Год назад

I've subscribed to your channel for years now & you're still the only tradesperson I've subscribed to. Your delivery style is clear & concise with extremely easy to follow instructions & great camera angles. Delivery time frames, I think using a combination depending of the variable complexities of what's being taught. Honestly, I wouldn't own half the tools I do, including the most handy tool in the world, because you give me the confidence to try & I've succeeded beyond my expectations. So I would have to say, your particular delivery style is what makes your instruction videos so successful. Love your work.

@JP-ty6by Год назад

I’m with the 65 yr old person that commented earlier; been trying woodworking for the past three years n love it but would love to get better n more skilled with the time I have left to invest in it. I love how precise you are n teach how to accomplish tasks with more accuracy so projects look good. Will definitely continue to follow u in your new endeavor. Ty

@Autruche_Sacree Год назад

Thank you for all your precious and clear advices for all those years ! I love how you go straight to matter, simply, clearly ! 1-2 hours course with printables and basic projects idea would be great actually ! I did not find your poll but I would love to weigh in ! Woodly yours A French dude from Alsass

@xLTxVEGAx Год назад

I've been watching your videos for quite a few months and I believe that you do a great job educating your viewers and providing great entertainment. The online courses are a great idea and I wish you the best on this new adventure.

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, LT!

@jordanmcfadden3331 Год назад

Ethan, this is a wonderful idea! I'd say the longer the better, with it broken into sections. When I got into carpentry, it was a steep learning curve, filled with carpenters who were not always equipped to help someone with low skill take on more difficult tasks to improve quickly/safely. You're an amazing teacher, so I think you'll help a lot of people with this! Id suggest covering safe ripping/cross cutting of material--that's always a tough ones for new people in the shop .

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Jordan! The more I think about it, the more I think I need to focus on exactly what you’re talking about-an utterly comprehensive course for people who are just now trying to learn carpentry from bottom to top. All the stuff I wish I had known when I set out years ago, but had to piece together bit by bit. Great suggestions-I always appreciate your advice!

@viking7305. Год назад

I'm with you no matter what platform you are on. You and your videos have helped me out many times with a projects, tool buying and DIY things. Thank you!

@eldergeektromeo9868 Год назад

Ethan, you are the hardest working "instructor" on u-tube. Much success in your new endeavor, and a big THANK YOU for what you have done! Whatever you decide to do, and how you wish to deliver it: I'll leave that up to you.

@Tele_gram_honestcarpenter Год назад

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@thefrankperspective4247 Год назад

For the shorter form style things, I'd still lean on RU-vid, even if the videos themselves were 30+ min long. That 4-8 hour approach for Honest U sounds like the way to go. REAL deep dives, so every experience level can benefit.

@fshorner.studio8329 Год назад

I think that this is a great idea! I feel that it should not be about length and segmenting, but more dedicated to projects, and what it would take to complete a specific project or learn a specific skill!

@detroitdiy Год назад

My thought process has always been toward helping people with their projects. The RU-vid algorithm was never considered. Do I reach as many people as you? No. That doesn't stop me from creating full-length tutorials or mini series. Some of my videos are an hour long, packed with all the information someone may need to complete their project. Do a couple of longer videos and see how they do. Your following is far better than mine and some of my longer videos perform very well on RU-vid. Thanks for the great content and looking forward to the next steps.

@SomeRandomOldGuy Год назад

Hi Friend, I've been doing carpentry since I was a kid. I'm seventy now. I'm building what I hope will be my last house mostly by myself. It makes me sad that their are no young people around who are interested in learning how to do this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in a way that maybe some young people can find. I really appreciate all of your work.

@infernalstan886 Год назад

Us young ones do want to learn, but the lack of shop classes and having both parents working (leaving little time for them to pass on knowledge) means a lot of us start a long way behind previous generations

@kennethwhite8305 Год назад

I really like the idea of the courses supplemented with the short clips. Your continued use of outside experts for more detailed information is very useful also. Not sure if I have an option on short or longer courses. Short segments of the course makes sense though. Length of course swill probably be driven by size of project. Good luck with the format changes and I’ll be there when you Start up these offerings.

@bongothewonderchimp Год назад

Ethan you're an experienced tradesman, but RU-vid is full of videos from experienced tradespeople, however they don't have your gift as a teacher. In my attempt to go from "never mounted a shelf" to "build my own shed" I've subscribed to a handful of great RU-vid trades channels, but none offer the depth and scope of information that you do, along with the clarity of your explanations. Attention spans are shorter these days, sadly, because topics like framing, foundations, or even door installations are pretty complex for a 15 minute video, but a series of short videos around a central skill would be great. "Basic carpentry" "Painting" "Drywall Installation and repair" "Basic plumbing and fixtures" etc. I'll definitely be signing up and I'm very grateful for your willingness to share the benefits of your knowledge and experience.

@gregghernandez2714 Год назад

Your online courses idea is a great one! Count me in! I have already signed up and paid for the Steve Ramsey classes, and I did learn quite a bit. What I like best about it, is that once you have paid your "tuition" you have access to it for life. That is so cool. I think you should structure your classes in whatever way you are most comfortable with. I think your RU-vid audience trusts you with the way you would present the content. At least I do. I know that you will put a ton of time and effort into your courses, and whatever you price it at will be both reasonable, and well worth it. Good luck with this venture.

@MsRkerr Год назад

I love all the helpful tips you share. I know you’ll be a wonderful teacher! Good luck on your new endeavor!

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thanks, Rita! 😄

@ZalexMusic Год назад

Can't wait to join! More than anything I would love to see material that gets into your thinking and philosophy. How are you making your decisions? How you choosing your methods? How would a beginner carpenter think about a problem vs a veteran? Thanks!

@70foolio Год назад

What got me to watch was the title of your channel and what got me to subscribe was the content and the way you explain items. I like anything in the 30-60 minute segments and it is ok to break down a project into a sections of classes. Example: building a deck, starting with foundations, wood selection, tools needed and education on supplies so on so forth can run into about a dozen classes.

@angellas.1314 Год назад

One of my frustrations is not being able to search your channel for a particular topic I remember learning from you! I’ve learned a lot from you! Thank you! I usually start learning a topic a day or 2 before I tackle it. But sometimes I stumble on a problem and then I need help from you, how to fix it. 😆. Searchable content would be great, and I’d even pay for it, if not expensive. Can’t wait.

@TheMCvamp Год назад

Oh my god yes finally! I’m so excited. I hope the courses aren’t too expensive, and it’d be amazing if you were able to work toward providing scholarship to underserved communities too! How exciting! I don’t mean this in an unappreciative way, just more so for accessibility. I will be able to take your courses, but I don’t love the fact that quality education (which includes a persons time commitment, as you stated in the video) is usually separated by class. I still can’t wait for the courses and you deserve to be paid for you work too ❤ I think I would prefer longer courses that could be a makeup im of mini classes. Not sure if that makes sense. I seriously can’t wait. Thank you!

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, MC! I’m defiantly going to focus on making them affordable. And I think ultimately I’ll have a combination of shorter courses, and longer course bundles! 🙂

@ianwatters5613 Год назад

Ethan , I have very much enjoyed your videos , 👍🏻teaching style and have learned a lot already , 👏🏻it’s sad to hear (not the first to say it ) that RU-vid drives what people do and the way they must present content to keep at the top of things , ☹️ I will certainly keep watching and look forward to seeing what your website brings to the world! Well done for taking the brave step to do what your doing 👍🏻 by the way agree RU-vid is good for short learning points and I’ve picked up a lot of useful,info , but not best for larger topics I think to answer toy question for me 1-2hr videos in sections would work

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Ian! Great answer-I’ll keep that in mind. I think even I do offer a couple much longer course packages, they’ll also be purchasable as smaller bundles as well, so people can just get what they’re interested in 🙂

@wesk7918 Год назад

Extremely refreshing to see someone break away from the clickbait/ thumbnail algorithm black hole. I'm glad youre continuing to live up to your name as an honest carpenter.

@betosousa654 Год назад

No doubt it's going to be a success. Your way of explaining makes any task easy to learn.

@kleeenco Год назад

Love that you're branching out but youtube shorts are terrible. I avoid them at all costs. please post them as regular videos.

@MsElementals Год назад

Can’t wait for this! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with the world.

@jennessalynam7682 Год назад

If it wasn't for you I would have never been able to fix the bottom of the cabinet under my kitchen sink. All the other videos I found were where they ripped the bottom part out of the cabinet and that seemed like way too much of a hassle. Then when I watched you're video it was so much better and I really like how you explained that removing the bottom would eventually lead to more problems with the rest of the cabinet and/or cabinets around that one cabinet. So I'm glad you're starting an online course to help educate others in a better way then here on RU-vid. Thanks!

@philiptefarikis1933 Год назад

From all the online work benches, I selected to build yours - excellent. As an intermediate woodworker, armature carpenter, DIYer and avid Honest Carpenter viewer, my vote is for affordable 1-2 short courses. Your approach has been succinct, to the point without fluff. Continue the tradition. Phil

@pblanco713 Год назад

You’re going to do great things, I’ve been following your videos since I became a homeowner almost 3 years ago, you’ve taught me a lot and I can say you’re going to do amazing things in the near future with this platform you’re creating. Can’t wait to support your new venture.

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Paul! I appreciate you supporting the channel these last few years-I think the next phase will be even more helpful 😄

@kentarnesen8061 Год назад

It's about time this is brought up! Being in the trades for almost 40 years I see video's from people that have know idea what the F the are doing. The are often wrong and very dangerous. Even some of the big box employees have no idea what in the hell they the are talking about, especially in electrical. Thank you for your consideration on taking this on. Good luck my brother!

@marykayryan7891 Год назад

There really must be some method to the Universe's madness. I was literally thinking YESTERDAY that I wish there was some protracted course series I could take and here you are, offering it. As to length, I like the longer option you suggested, but many others will not. So perhaps two tiers. As to subjects, I would like someone to do in depth teaching on each power tool-so not 15 minutes. And for absolute beginners. For instance, I am finding myself very intimidated by my router. All the videos assume a level of knowledge I just do not have. Start from the ABSOLUTE beginning and then work us into more and more complex uses. This is so exciting. I can hardly wait for your series to begin.

@susanhenley8240 Год назад

Am glad you are going to do what works best for you. As a retired video editor myself, I can only attest to how time demanding it all is. I look forward to participating in any polls you post.

@georgepatton5380 Год назад

your channel helped me decide to get into carpentry, i've gravitated towards framing - it is hard and i'm not feeling like i'm that good at it, but it is fulfilling and humbling and i am thankful that i'm in a position to make this kind of career shift as a young adult. blessings on this next step in your teaching. i'll consider supporting..!

@danielcox9202 Год назад

I hope this all goes very well for you. I usually watch your videos to pass time, but I have been able to find many very handy tips. I am more of a furniture woodworker than real carpenter, so you have many ideas that I appreciate. Sharing the joy of working wood is actually more fulfilling than actually doing it in my experience. Best of luck! Dan

@yost9254 Год назад

I don't have time to watch long videos. I like the shorter (30 minutes max) videos. I like tips and tricks versus code tutorials and in-depth subjects. I'm a beginner/amateur, and I don't have the desire to pursue this as a career. There you have it. Best of luck in your new endeavor.

@jakef259 Год назад

Thanks for all the great content, Ethan. I've learned a lot on this channel watching over the last few years. I'm even proud to say I've got your solid core door workshop table sitting in my shop and its been a workhorse. Good luck in your next adventure!

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

That’s awesome, Jake! Thanks for supporting the channel! 😄

@d.mcdaniels9824 Год назад

Mr. James, I truly do appreciate and enjoy your posts, and will look forward to seeing more of your contributions however you choose to post them. Even if you decide to chop them up in parts (1, 2, etc.) they are still worth it. Take care, and may God continue to bless you and your many gifts.

@ajaylal3479 Год назад

Way to go. Eathan. I started my hobby of carpentry, for a particular project, using no power tools. As it progressed, I ended up learning about different aspects of the types of wood, tools, cutting, joinery etc. My only resource- back issues of Popular Mechanics ! So I suggest that your chapter could be a project, broken down into 4 to 6 videos covering the different aspects. With your own website, as the project lists grow, you can give cross reference & links to earlier videos which already covered that aspect in detail....finally creating a beautiful lattice of knowledge. Best wishes.

@lk2055 Год назад

Great idea! And I totally agree that over the last 3 or so years RU-vid has become a bad platform for learning. The constant click bait titles are annoying and make it hard to find anything. One example is when I was having a very hard time understanding squaring. I could not find a decent video on it. Then randomly I saw your video titled "do this to your woodworking projects...". I've seen it pop up before but never clicked on it because I could not see what it was about. When I finally did watch it, I saw that it was exactly what I was looking for. But those types of titles don't tell you anything about the content. Probably also why it has such low number of views (relatively). It's frustrating that good content creators have to follow the trends of fake click bait sites.

@nancyherrmann2491 Год назад

I just started watching you a couple months back after finding you. Although your ideas are great I'm have to opt for free videos as financially I can't afford it. If there is a term for someone prior to a beginner using power tools that would be me. Your videos have helped me to become more confident using all of these power tools. I wish you all the best you are extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the field of carpentry.

@tzavitz Год назад

Honestly I’ve learned so much about woodworking and home repair on RU-vid that it’s paid for itself in spades. I do like Steve Ramsey’s courses and I support you going offline

@anneoreilly4900 Год назад

I like the longer video style, less you tube more classroom. I understand the frustration of you tube: how to install a dishwasher; most are too short and skip vital steps. I ended up watching several to get the info I needed. But I’ll happily watch 60 minutes of Next Level Carpentry just because Matt is truly a master carpenter, and his dry humor is unbeatable. I wish you every success and I thank you for all you’ve shared so far! I would purchase a class if it covered a subject I needed. I would trust you to be thorough and a good value.

@papiopapa356 Год назад

Ethan, one suggestion for your website. Be sure that you place the videos on your site so that they are easy to find, whether that be by the way you organize the site or how you put tags on your videos so that a search will pull them up (your website developer should help with this). Nothing worse than not being able to find the topic that you are looking for. Be sure to let us all know, via this channel, when the new site is up-and-running so that we can bookmark it. Best of luck!

@amyrenee1361 Год назад

I think the learning "deeply" part comes with our own experiences. When we apply what you are teaching us in our endeavors, we learn even more! Hands on experience, with trial and error, teaches all the things you can't in video. Most people watch the video before attempting a project, so you give us the guidelines and confidence needed to get started. I appreciate all the teachers on the RU-vid platform. I have learned so much from you guys! I don't think you need to change a thing, but that's my opinion. Best wishes my friend! Enjoy the journey Post Note: I would consider taking in neighborhood teenagers and doing group projects with them if you are looking to expand your horizons a bit. Doing group projects that serve the community is a win-win for all involved 🙂

@ConcernedCitizenPPCA Год назад

I think 1-2 hours with sections might be ideal particularly if access to the courses are permanent if paid for. This will let people go back and watch a particular section of your circular saw tips for example as a refresher if someone is working on a project that might require a skill they didn't pay too much attention to in the beginning.

@zaineridling Год назад

What a great idea! I've noticed too many channels offer a clickbait title or thumbnail and then fail to deliver the basic content. Shorter hours. But yes, the university idea is a clever evolution of the channel.

@surendragupta4773 Год назад

Ethan, personally, I am very excited about your new content extension. It seems like your idea is truly based on the wanting to teach and impart knowledge. Sir, you have a loyal and highly appreciative fan base and I'm sure we all can't wait to see what coolness you deliver. This being said, I am also sincerely hoping that you don't fall off the map for easy / casual late night viewing. But, I also think that these short RU-vid videos stunt your display of knowledge. Idk ... just make the dang new HC univ. I, for one, can't wait! Good luck and all the best, man.

@7andearth76 Год назад

I’ve been watching your videos for some time. I’ve probably watched most of them. Completely agree with everything you said about “teaching and learning”. I do miss when you don’t post. Looking forward to it!

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, 7andearth! I promise I’ll try to move quickly 😄

@barenjuden3911 Год назад

I'll join! You're honestly the best. Totally understand your reasoning. Thank you! Looking forward to it

@michaeldufresne9428 Год назад

I think your university is a great idea. I wish you the greatest of luck and I am glad you will still be here on YT.

@paulgreblick Год назад

This is fantastic. 👍🏻 I trust your teachings more than anyone - you & Steve Ramsey gave me the courage to start with some of the power tools that I was scared of getting into... 👍🏻

@10lauset Год назад

RU-vid only allows you tidbits of anything. Your conclusions are bang on. I'm 74 and can see your good tips especially up-to-date. I learned along my years a variety of skills: jack of all trades...master of none. But then again, I'm not concentrating on them to be a master. Shortcuts don't compensate for applied work. Much success on the courses. Cheers to you.

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Laurie! I think I can make courses that are so concentrated, they’ll pack nearly everything a person needs to know about a subject into a couple hours. It’ll save people lots of time in the long run! 🙂

@clairesJourney2024 Год назад

I can't wait for the course, I am a beginner in woodworking and have been wondering where I can learn carpentry, I have a passion for DIY and woodworking but no formal or informal training background as seen on my channel. Thank you so much for thinking about us and making the change.

@audrophenia Год назад

I can’t find the poll but if you are teaching the courses I would try either format. Topics of interest to me are: how to address walls and trim (everything from patching drywall, how walls are even put together, how to fix trim if it’s coming apart, caulk recs etc); tool usage if you really have zero idea what you are doing (like don’t understand if you always have to have a pilot hole or you can ever just drill a fastener straight in, don’t know how to know if something is drilled far enough, how to throw away and change out utility blades, such dumb stuff for people who have learned from experience but so confusing for someone who hasn’t); how to hang things from walls and ceilings (not just how to put hardware in a wall but like if you want to hang a punching bag or something heavy-what to check for and how to really do it right). I could go on. You have a unique gift for breaking down complex ideas and not presuming everyone has the same knowledge base.

@ryane.7894 Год назад

Looking forward to it! I’m so tired of the click bait titles and sensational content.

@jimbreau Год назад

You are emphasizing the "Honest" in your name. Thank you and bravo! 👏👏👏

@hhvidz Год назад

Looking forward to your courses Ethan. A great format I’ve found is the one done by Home Renovision DIY, he has a whole series on RU-vid on how to do drywall. Helped me build up my room. The format is a sequence of videos all about 20m each , each covering a different topic. Together it’s a complete course.

@maryb1618 Год назад

Great idea! I found you just before we bought our house and have found your videos super informative. You are a great teacher! I have followed your guidance so many times. In terms of being a slave to the algorithm, I suppose I am glad one of your videos found their way to my feed but after that, I subscribed and can just look at your channel for exactly what I’m looking for. Keep us updated so we can catch your new classes. Oh, I hate shorts, never watch them.

@kenmccrady1228 Год назад

I thoroughly enjoy your RU-vid videos! I’ve learned a LOT from you and your shorts.

@jamesbradburn552 11 месяцев назад

I am a project manager for a small remodeling company, and I could use a repeatable training process for our workers. Getting them one of your courses and then following up with testing and training based on their learning goals would be awesome.

@jobacuda4472 3 дня назад

Sounds like a great idea!

@ccastaneda669 Год назад

I think you're doing a wonderful job and the most important thing is that you're happy doing it. I have learned alive by watching your videos. To answer your question personally, I prefer shorter videos in multiple parts, so this way, those that are viewing it can fine what they're looking for when they review the video again.

@Tele_gram_honestcarpenter Год назад

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@jessicaruiz1869 Год назад

This is exciting! I think both longer and shorter types of content are great. What I will say is that the ability to watch videos a different speeds is a must-have for anything educational!

@Tele_gram_honestcarpenter Год назад

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@phillambert8472 Год назад

Great idea Ethan! Nothing ventured, nothing gained! Go for it! It's going to take and be a lot of hard work for you, and fine tuning, and you have to balance family life, work life, and cyberspace life. Only you know what's best for you and your family, but I, for one, would be interested. At 63, I'm a hobby woodworker (or wood tryer!), and I've already learned a lot of what NOT to do (but still continue making mistakes, of course). You, Steve, Stumpy and Colin are my "go to" people. Good luck, take care, and above all, get the lifestyle balance right. Family first!

@yano456 Год назад

Congratulations on your new project! I think the idea of an online carpentry course that covers everything you need to know to build your own home is fantastic. In my opinion, it would be best to keep the videos short, ranging from 10 to 25 minutes, and organize them into easily searchable sections. Building a website and monetizing the course can be overwhelming, but you could learn from the experiences of other online course creators. One potential solution could be collaborating with another website, such as Khan Academy or other tradespeople like electricians and plumbers. Thank you for all the work you have done so far. Although I'm not currently involved in carpentry, I still enjoy your videos. Who knows, maybe one day I'll change my profession and join the trades. Best of luck with your project!

@markhelbraun5425 11 месяцев назад

For a DIYer like me, the shorter format really is helpful. I get to pick more exactly the topic that I need to learn about prior to beginning a home repair project. Your videos on RU-vid have been terrific over the years. Many thanks!

@dcb65530 Год назад

At 58 yrs old I've picked up the woodworking bug and just getting started. I know very little (other than wood shop class back in high school for 2 yrs) and thought this morning that I need to find an online course, and then this video appeared! I'll be watching and waiting for your course to begin! Good luck!

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thanks so much, David! I really can’t wait to have a couple courses ready for you 🙂

@caroldragon7545 Год назад

Since I'm in my eighties, courses wouldn't be an option for me. I have no ambitions to be a carpenter. On the other hand, I watch your videos because they are so well presented and interesting. I still work at DIY and have learned so much from your videos. I have saved links to all of them with titles so I can use them as references when needed. I am relieved that you won't drop RU-vid.

@kbenk108 Год назад

With respect to your first question, I think a section (all on one aspect of a subject) of videos (each 5-12 min) totalling 1-2 hours would be better than the 5-8 hour long ones, because the students will also be starting and stopping the videos to take notes, so its nice to be able to finish the whole section in one sitting for memory retention purposes. As for the second question about topics, I would suggest zooming out and consider the mission of your university to build a complete house from beginning to end. As you know, a house is a complex system of many other systems working together (like the foundation, walls/floor/ceilings - structure, openings - windows & doors, plumbing, septic, electrical, HVAC/forced air/ventilation, kitchens, washrooms, roofs, house exterior, etc. So wherever you don't have expertise, connecting us with courses of others who are experts in those fields on your platform would be great (collaboration of professionals). Essentially a 'one-stop-shop' in education to build a house isn't available anywhere that I see. And many of us don't want to waste our time with the 'fluff' of college and university programs. We want practical usable hands-on learning. Maybe even offer certificates.

@diyenthusiast7458 Год назад

Totally see your rationale for a different solution for going into deeper and longer topics. My suggestion for course structuring: pick one “persona” at a time and develop the learning path similar to school/college (subsequent “grades” teaches more complex topics with assumption you know the previous grade’s material). In terms of personas; I imagine you can think of them as DIY’er, handyman , licensed professional etc. Looking forward to what’s to come!

@gizmo7877 Год назад

I’m not a professional, but a woman who likes carpentry on an entry level as a DIYer and crafter. I have been very happy with your videos as they are for my lifestyle. It sounds like you’re proposing your version of the Master Classes offered that cost $$ to enroll. I also hear that you’ll be working even harder than you already do! Bravo! I’ve yet to see all your videos; I choose out of need and necessity and appreciate your knowledge in a timely fashion. I do not like shorts or live videos!! It’s a great idea for some, but some of us don’t have the time or funds. Whatever you do, I wish you the best. You’re the only carpenter I trust!

@patrickpolizzi7 Год назад

I like the longer format, but I'm 62, an RN. I will never become a carpenter. I'm too old However, I love carpentry. I piddle around my house, fixing and doing things. I really would like to build a gazebo or a deck. A shed would be nice, but I loose confidence framing a roof. So if the price is reasonable I'd buy some courses. Concrete is another thing that scares me. Anyway, you get the idea. Ethan, you really have a knack to teach exactly what is needed. Like a reveal, or the kurf. Both of those things had slipped right past.

@ChuckReynolds Год назад

Totally understandable and I honestly wish you the BEST of luck in recruiting subs for the courses. I most likely will check them out. I like your channel and content and I'm not even a carpenter nor do I have much of a wood shop - just a handful of tools and historical framing and 4H knowledge from a million years ago. You'll be doing YT content regardless as the eyeballs and potential clicks are too valuable; but hopefully you can get somebody to help rip shorts and small topical videos from your 1. old content, 2. new paid content, to drive eyeballs. Certainly can be done but I don't think it's any less work; but the potential upside is quite attractive. Excited to see what you create. Cheers

@waynegammon2702 Год назад

Hi There. I hope this missive finds you in good health and fine spirits. When I was in the armed forces, way back when, I was informed that 40 minutes was the right length of time for a lesson. Five (5) minutes to get settled in, thirty (30) minutes to learn and five (5) minutes knowing its nearly fag break. Not that I smoke. This could be done with a slight over lap, giving some repeated subject to the Prior lesson. It worked well for me. I must admit, I make more sawdust than anything but love having a go! Please keep up the good work, yours from an old UK grunt. Wayne Gammon.

@earlmorton1216 Год назад

First, let me wish you the best of luck in this new direction! I hope it is immensely successful for you and your audience. That said, that's not really the kind of content that I'm looking for from you. I'm not a carpenter or a tradesman of any sort, and I'm not looking to become one. I'm a retired technical writer and editor who likes to think that I can do some DIY things around the house. But even if I don't actually *do* many of the things I've learned from you, I very much enjoy learning about them. I like understanding how things work. That was my favorite aspect of technical writing: I got to learn all kinds of cool things. So I appreciate your promise to keep making RU-vid videos, and I will certainly keep watching them.

@Rezin_8 Год назад

❤ i was JUST telling my Dad this 🎉 55 years of Handyman/Remodeling 😂 dude has a viral potential beyond belief.... I remember my buddy making a video sharing platform in 98 😂 was for skating videos primarily

@cynthiabroockman1752 Год назад

I love your channel, not because I do any actual carpentry, but because I do hire people to do stuff on my little place sometimes - has helped me know if the work is being done right or not. Plus, hust like learning n you are a great teacher. Very understandable. Thank you very much for all the videos.

@penetratingstain Год назад

Your channel is awesome and super helpful for the handful of your videos that I've had a chance to learn from. I like your idea of offering courses to be able to more comprehensively cover topics as lessons. I think you should not limit yourself to one or the other time windows and rather pursue both depending on the time requirements of the specific topic. I'd love to see a video or course on (No bracket) angle calculation for junctions in specific, but all cuts on wood frame geodesic domes.

@MAYK1NG Год назад

I’m really looking forward to this as I had to hire a team to renovate my rental apartment but would like to fix up my own apartment, in my old Victorian house, by myself - which means everything and your channel has given me the confidence.

@Tele_gram_honestcarpenter Год назад

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@lucaslegz Год назад

I am so excited for you … and for me.. oh and the rest of your loyal viewers. WE are so blessed to have someone so caring that they want to share their knowledge in such a way that we will forever be blessed and constantly learning. I pray that you remain blessed in your skill and life. Now.. let’s get these videos made!! I vote for longer videos with lots of details. LOL

@davedvorin4154 Год назад

You’re “honestly’” one of the best teachers on RU-vid, thanks! Can’t wait to see your Honest Carpenter Univeristy. Thanks for all your teaching, it has helped me tremendously.

@Tele_gram_honestcarpenter Год назад

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@solidSchmaltz Год назад

Great analysis of why RU-vid is frustrating for comprehensive learning. I never quite realized what was bugging me. Great work. I'm so in.

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, Scott! 😄

@alvinharper3269 Год назад

HCU. Great evolution on the superb content you provide in your videos. My vote is for the short videos with multiple sections. Producing enough content for short, verse long, videos will be enough effort in itself.

@technide6455 Год назад

This man is very Honest, keep doing great work God loves you.

@TheHonestCarpenter Год назад

Thank you, sir! 😄

@ericki.guzman5251 Год назад

I'm a woodworking hobbyist, but I have learned so much from you over the past two years. I'm absolutely in with your new project. I just want to point out that some of your viewers are not from the US or Canada. I'm from Mexico, where houses are built from brick and mortar, so talking about joists and studs has no meaning to us. I'm totally interested in building bigger, non-furniture structures, such as closets, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, and even sheds. I prefer longer courses divided into sections. I'm bookmarking your site right now Ethan!