Episode 03-03: Jeffrey Pinheiro aka “The Revit Kid”

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Welcome to the third episode of Series 3 of Wrenches, Gadgets & Hacks! The theme of this series is “Guests’ Choice: AECO Mavericks Unscripted.” This episode’s guest, Jeffrey “The Revit Kid” Pinheiro, is one of the OG Mavericks in the world of AECO content creation!

In this episode of Wrenches Gadgets &Hacks, we dive into the world of content creation and community building with Jeff Pinheiro, also known as The Revit Kid. Jeff shares his journey, from starting a blog to amassing nearly one hundred thousand followers on his YouTube channel, “The Revit Kid.” We explore the importance of creating valuable content, the role of social media, and how to build a supportive online community. Whether you’re a seasoned content creator or just starting out, Jeff’s insights offer valuable lessons on leveraging technology to share knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals.

Be sure to stick around to the end, for the hack and learn about these points👇(just click the Click to Continue Reading and See Show Notes)

Key Discussion Points:

Jeff’s Background:

  • Created The Revit Kid blog 15 years ago.
  • Expanded into YouTube, online courses, and the BIM After Dark community.

Content Creation Journey:

  • Jeff discusses the evolution from blogging to video content.
  • Emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and building a community.
  • Talks about the transition from Facebook groups to a dedicated platform for Revit users.

Community Building:

  • The BIM After Dark community offers a noiseless social feed for Revit users.
  • Importance of creating a space for like-minded individuals to share and learn.

Social Media and Content Strategy:

  • The struggle of managing content creation alongside a full-time job.
  • The significance of brand and authenticity in building trust with the audience.
  • Encourages sharing knowledge freely to build a reputable brand.

Final Thoughts:

  • Jeff’s hack for content creators: put yourself out there, say yes to opportunities, and repurpose content.

* The above was created with a helping hand from an LLM from the Podcast episode transcript, which was transcribed by AI 😁

You can listen to the podcast, HERE, the Spotify player at the start of this post, or on your favorite podcast app. If you prefer visual content, be sure to check out the video on YouTube.

Show Notes:

Jeffrey Pinheiro is a Reginal VDC Manager for Turner Construction. He is also BIM Consultant, Educator and AECO Influencer at The Revit Kid & BIM After Dark

Where you can find Jeff:

The first blog post (Welcome) on The Revit Kid Blog was published on February 12, 2009. Little did Jeff know that this blog he created would quickly became a popular resource for Revit users looking for tips, tutorials, and insights into the world of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Revit software.

Carl on BIM After Dark Live

John on BIM After Dark Live

Some None AECO Content Creators Jeff Follows:

Words of wisdom from Jeff:

  • Everything can be content!
  • Consistency is everything
  • Trust is earned when you are willing to share
  • Brand and Sharing can go hand and hand
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Helpful tools from the episode:

  • tubebuddy -Jeffs tool for YouTube – The ultimate growth tool for YouTube channels
  • Typefully – John tool for X (twitter) Write better content. Grow your audience faster

Giving it away for free – BIM After Dark episode with Eric Reinholdt

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