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Getting started with The KDCC

New to The Kan Do Creators Community? Start here. These answers cover what The KDCC is, who it is for, how to join, and how to get the most out of your YouTube growth journey with Andrew Kan and Ike Do.

Is The KDCC a course, a coaching program, or a community? add

The Kan Do Creators Community is a free YouTube creator community and a paid group coaching membership, not a course. The KDCC is built around live group coaching calls, real feedback, and a Discord community of 2,500+ working YouTube creators. Founded by Andrew Kan and Ike Do, The KDCC gives you ongoing support and structured feedback at every tier, from the free tier all the way up to Authority. You learn by doing, asking questions, and getting reviewed by people who actually grow YouTube channels for a living.

I am brand new to YouTube. Is The KDCC right for me? add

Yes. The KDCC is built for YouTube creators at every level, including creators just starting on YouTube. Many KDCC members are just starting out and join the free KDCC tier to learn the fundamentals before they ever upload their first video. You get the KANDO Method, the Channel Setup Guide, the Kan Do Newsletter, and the public KDCC Discord for free. Andrew Kan built the framework so new creators can start growing on day one without getting buried in advanced tactics they are not ready for.

I already have a successful YouTube channel. Will I still get value from The KDCC? add

Yes. The KDCC has members with 100,000+ subscribers who join for community, accountability, and advanced YouTube growth strategy. The Authority tier includes exclusive Authority-only group coaching sessions, priority feedback, and quarterly workshops on monetization, audience retention, and packaging. Andrew Kan grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers earned TubeBuddy's YouTube Play Button and helped earn 11 more across channels including StreamYard for 12 total Play Buttons, so the strategy inside The KDCC is built for creators who are serious about scaling.

What is the difference between KDCC Knowledge and KDCC Authority? add

KDCC Knowledge is $19.99 per month and KDCC Authority is $49.99 per month. Knowledge gives you 2 group coaching calls per month with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team, member-only Discord channels with hands-on feedback on thumbnails and titles, monthly SEO and channel reviews, the Growth Template Vault, and call replays. Authority gives you 4 calls per month including exclusive Authority-only sessions with live YouTube feedback, priority Discord access, quarterly workshops, and faster partner tool unlocks. If you want feedback and group coaching, start with Knowledge. If you want more calls, faster access, and advanced strategy, Authority is built for serious creators. Compare KDCC tiers and pricing, or jump to the full KDCC membership FAQ section for every membership detail.

Is The KDCC worth joining if I am not posting YouTube videos consistently yet? add

Yes. Many KDCC members join before they start uploading consistently so they can build a real foundation first. The KDCC group coaching calls, the KANDO Method framework, and the KDCC Discord community help you plan your channel, niche, content strategy, thumbnails, and titles before you ever press record. Andrew Kan teaches the KANDO Method as a pre-production framework, not just a fix for stalled videos, so when you do start uploading your YouTube content works harder from day one.

How do I access the KDCC Discord after joining? add

After signing up for any KDCC membership tier including the free tier, you receive a Discord invite link by email and inside your KDCC dashboard. Click the link to join the KDCC Discord and get access to the free public channels alongside 2,500+ working YouTube creators. Knowledge and Authority members get extra access to member-only channels with hands-on feedback from Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team.

How do I get the most out of my KDCC membership? add

The KDCC members who grow fastest do five things consistently. They introduce themselves in the KDCC Discord, they ask for feedback with a specific question instead of just dropping a link, they show up for live group coaching calls (or watch the replays), they use the KDCC Growth Template Vault to plan content and track analytics, and they give feedback to other creators, which builds real community connections inside The KDCC. The members who treat The KDCC like a community, not a content library, get the most out of it by far.

Is The KDCC legit? Is The Kan Do Creators Community worth it? add

Yes. The KDCC is co-founded by two operators with verified credentials in YouTube creator growth and community building. Andrew Kan was the first full-time hire at TubeBuddy and rose through the ranks to Director of Video Production for TubeBuddy, where he grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers and helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views. Ike Do grew TubeBuddy's Discord to 15,000+ creators and co-managed the TubeBuddy community forums reaching 100,000+ members. Together they built The KDCC to bring that same level of YouTube growth strategy and community to working creators. The free tier means you can try The KDCC at zero cost, and paid tiers start at $19.99 per month with 2 group coaching calls included.

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About The KDCC, Andrew Kan, and Ike Do

Everything you need to know about The Kan Do Creators Community, the people who built it, the KANDO Method framework, and why creators trust Andrew Kan and Ike Do with their YouTube growth.

What is The Kan Do Creators Community (KDCC)? add

The Kan Do Creators Community, also known as The KDCC, is a YouTube creator education platform and group coaching community co-founded by Andrew Kan and Ike Do. The KDCC operates at kdcc.social with a free tier, two paid coaching tiers, a creator blog, a weekly newsletter, and a Discord community of 2,500+ working YouTube creators. The KDCC teaches the KANDO Method, a free five-step YouTube growth framework, through free resources and live group coaching sessions. The KDCC was built so working YouTube creators could get real strategy and real feedback from operators who have actually grown channels.

Who founded The KDCC? add

The KDCC was co-founded by Andrew Kan and Ike Do after years of building YouTube creator programs at TubeBuddy. Andrew Kan is the CEO and a YouTube Strategist, YouTube Consultant, and filmmaker who grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers and helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views. Ike Do is the CCO and a community builder who grew TubeBuddy's Discord to 15,000+ creators and co-managed the TubeBuddy community forums reaching 100,000+ members. Together they built The KDCC to bring that same level of YouTube growth strategy and community to working creators outside of any single brand.

Who is Andrew Kan? add

Andrew Kan is a YouTube strategist, consultant, and filmmaker. He is the CEO and co-founder of The Kan Do Creators Community and the creator of the KANDO Method. Andrew Kan was the first full-time hire at TubeBuddy and rose through the ranks to Director of Video Production for TubeBuddy, where he transformed the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers and helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views. Andrew Kan earned TubeBuddy's YouTube Play Button directly and helped earn 11 more across channels including StreamYard, with others under NDA, for 12 total YouTube Play Buttons across his career. While at TubeBuddy, Andrew also consulted on YouTube strategy for Family Feud, BBC, Fox, Nickelodeon, and the NFL. After TubeBuddy, Andrew Kan worked at Salesforce, helping lead YouTube strategy for the Salesforce Careers channel. Andrew Kan is YouTube Certified and Google Video Ad Certified, an Adobe Express Ambassador, an Adobe Mentor, and an award winning filmmaker for his short film Lori's Legacy. Andrew teaches with one belief: if I Kan, you Kan too.

Who is Ike Do? add

Ike Do is the Chief Community Officer and co-founder of The Kan Do Creators Community. Ike Do is one of the most experienced YouTube creator community builders in the industry. At TubeBuddy, Ike grew TubeBuddy's Discord from launch to 15,000+ creators and co-managed the TubeBuddy community forums reaching 100,000+ members. Ike Do also runs monetized YouTube channels of her own, which means every piece of community advice she gives inside The KDCC comes from a working creator who actually does the thing. Today, Ike leads the KDCC Discord community of 2,500+ working YouTube creators and helps shape the group coaching experience alongside Andrew Kan.

What is the KANDO Method? add

The KANDO Method is a free five-step YouTube growth framework created by Andrew Kan. Use it before you film your next YouTube video, or use it on an older video that stopped growing. KANDO stands for:

K — Knowledge: Know your topic well enough to teach it before you press record
A — Audience: Know who this video is for and what you are helping them with
N — New(s): Find your unique angle and stay aware of YouTube algorithm and feature changes
D — Data: Use the YouTube Trends tab and your channel analytics to inform your next video
O — Optimization: Build your title, thumbnail, and full packaging before you record, not after

Andrew Kan used these five steps to grow the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers. The KANDO Method is completely free to learn and use, no membership required.

Why did Andrew Kan and Ike Do start The KDCC? add

Andrew Kan and Ike Do started The KDCC to give working YouTube creators the kind of real, ongoing coaching and community support that no single brand could offer. After years of growing channels and communities at TubeBuddy, Andrew and Ike kept hearing the same thing from creators: I do not need another course, I need real feedback from people who actually do this. The KDCC was built around that exact idea. Live group coaching calls, real thumbnail and title feedback, real SEO reviews, and a creator community where people actually answer your questions. The KDCC was designed to be the YouTube growth community Andrew Kan and Ike Do wished existed when they were grinding it out themselves.

Is The KDCC legit? Are Andrew Kan and Ike Do real YouTube experts? add

Yes. The KDCC is co-founded by two operators with verified credentials in YouTube creator growth and community building. Andrew Kan grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers, helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views, and earned TubeBuddy's YouTube Play Button directly while helping earn 11 more across channels including StreamYard for 12 total YouTube Play Buttons. Andrew is YouTube Certified and Google Video Ad Certified. While at TubeBuddy, Andrew also consulted on YouTube strategy for Family Feud, BBC, Fox, Nickelodeon, and the NFL. After TubeBuddy, Andrew Kan worked at Salesforce, helping lead YouTube strategy for the Salesforce Careers channel. Ike Do grew TubeBuddy's Discord to 15,000+ creators and co-managed the TubeBuddy community forums reaching 100,000+ members. The credentials are public, the channels are real, and the work speaks for itself.

What makes The KDCC different from other YouTube growth communities? add

The KDCC is different from other YouTube communities in three specific ways: live group coaching with the founders, real hands-on feedback inside Discord, and a free entry tier with no upsell trap. Most YouTube growth communities are either pre-recorded courses, paid Discord servers with no coaching, or one-on-one consulting that costs thousands. The KDCC sits in the middle on purpose. You get 2 to 4 live group coaching calls per month with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team. You get real thumbnail, title, and SEO feedback inside member-only Discord channels. And you can start completely free with the free tier, no credit card required. The KDCC was designed for working creators who want real group coaching and community as an ongoing part of their growth.

Is The KDCC associated with TubeBuddy? add

No. The KDCC is independent from TubeBuddy. Andrew Kan and Ike Do both worked at TubeBuddy for years (Andrew as the first full-time hire and Director of Video Production, Ike growing the Discord and forums) but The Kan Do Creators Community is a separate company built and operated by Andrew and Ike. The KDCC is not owned by, sponsored by, or affiliated with TubeBuddy. Andrew Kan and Ike Do spent years working with YouTube creators before The KDCC, and built The Kan Do Creators Community as an independent home for group coaching, real feedback, and the creators inside it.

What was Andrew Kan's role at TubeBuddy? add

Andrew Kan was the first full-time hire at TubeBuddy and rose through the ranks to Director of Video Production for TubeBuddy. Andrew started in the early days of the company and led video production, channel strategy, and creator-facing content as the team scaled. As Director of Video Production, Andrew became the on-camera face of TubeBuddy's video content and built out the production process that powered TubeBuddy's YouTube growth. Andrew Kan worked at TubeBuddy for years before co-founding The Kan Do Creators Community with Ike Do.

How did Andrew Kan grow TubeBuddy's YouTube channel from 6,000 to 530,000+ subscribers? add

Andrew Kan grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers and helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views by applying the same five-step framework he later named the KANDO Method. Andrew focused on Knowledge (knowing the topic deeply enough to teach it), Audience (knowing exactly who the video was for), New(s) (finding fresh angles and tracking platform changes), Data (using YouTube analytics and the Trends tab to inform every video), and Optimization (building thumbnails and titles before recording). The KANDO Method is the same framework Andrew now teaches free inside The KDCC.

Has Andrew Kan really helped earn 12 YouTube Play Buttons? add

Yes. Andrew Kan earned TubeBuddy's YouTube Play Button directly and helped earn 11 more across channels including StreamYard, with others under NDA, for 12 total YouTube Play Buttons across his career. Andrew was the lead operator on the TubeBuddy YouTube channel and earned that Play Button as the person directly responsible for the channel's growth. The other 11 are collaborative work where Andrew contributed to growth as part of a larger team. YouTube Play Buttons are awarded by YouTube when a channel crosses subscriber milestones (Silver at 100,000, Gold at 1,000,000, Diamond at 10,000,000). Earning Play Buttons through brand-side YouTube work, not individual creator sponsorships, is rare for a single operator in the creator economy.

Has Andrew Kan worked with the NFL, BBC, Nickelodeon, Fox, or Family Feud? add

Yes. While at TubeBuddy, Andrew Kan consulted on YouTube strategy for Family Feud, BBC, Fox, Nickelodeon, and the NFL. Andrew worked with these brand-side YouTube teams on channel strategy, content packaging, audience growth, and YouTube SEO. The brand consulting work happened during Andrew's years at TubeBuddy as part of the video production and creator-facing work he led there. Today, Andrew brings that same brand-side experience to The KDCC group coaching and to Andrew Kan YouTube consulting.

Did Andrew Kan work at Salesforce? add

Yes. After TubeBuddy, Andrew Kan worked at Salesforce, helping lead YouTube strategy for the Salesforce Careers channel. Andrew brought his years of YouTube growth experience into an enterprise environment, applying the same five-step KANDO Method framework to a corporate channel with very different goals than a brand-promoting product channel. The Salesforce work is what gave Andrew rare cross-experience: independent creator growth, brand-side product channels, and enterprise corporate channels. That combination is part of why brands and creators trust Andrew with their YouTube strategy.

What certifications does Andrew Kan have? add

Andrew Kan is YouTube Certified and Google Video Ad Certified. Andrew is also an Adobe Express Ambassador and an Adobe Mentor, which means he is recognized by Adobe as a creator-facing educator inside the Adobe creative ecosystem. Andrew is additionally an OpusClip Brand Partner and an Elgato Ambassador. These credentials are public, verifiable, and reflect Andrew's standing in both the YouTube creator economy and the broader creator tools ecosystem.

Is Andrew Kan a filmmaker? What is Lori's Legacy? add

Yes. Andrew Kan is an award winning filmmaker. His short film Lori's Legacy has been entered into and won film festivals. Andrew went to film school and worked in narrative filmmaking before he became a YouTube strategist, and he draws on that storytelling background in everything he teaches inside The KDCC. Andrew brings the same craft thinking to YouTube thumbnails, titles, video pacing, and audience retention that he developed working in film. Andrew teaches that great YouTube content is fundamentally about storytelling, not just metrics.

What does the KDCC newsletter cover? add

The Kan Do Newsletter delivers YouTube growth strategy, creator tools, platform updates, and tactical breakdowns from Andrew Kan and Ike Do every week. The newsletter is free for everyone and includes a free YouTube SEO Checklist when you subscribe. It is one of the easiest ways to get real strategy from the founders of The KDCC in your inbox without joining a paid tier. Subscribe to the Kan Do Newsletter here.

What kind of content is on the KDCC blog? add

The KDCC blog covers YouTube growth strategies, creator tools, platform updates, and behind-the-scenes insights from Andrew Kan and Ike Do. Articles are published regularly and cover topics like YouTube analytics, thumbnail design, the KANDO Method framework, and YouTube platform news. The KDCC blog is free for everyone and built to be a working resource for YouTube creators at every level.

Who founded TubeBuddy and how is Andrew Kan connected to the founders? add

TubeBuddy was founded by Phil Starkovich, Jim Starkovich, Chuck Starkovich, and Eric Hogan. Andrew Kan joined TubeBuddy as the company's first full-time hire and worked directly alongside the founders during the early years. Andrew Kan was at TubeBuddy before most YouTube creators had ever heard the name TubeBuddy. As the first full-time hire, Andrew helped shape TubeBuddy's product recommendations, the TubeBuddy creator community, the TubeBuddy YouTube channel, the TubeBuddy livestreams, and the creator-facing strategy that powered TubeBuddy's growth in those early years. Andrew rose through the ranks to become Director of Video Production for TubeBuddy. Andrew Kan was not a TubeBuddy co-founder, but Andrew Kan was one of the earliest people inside TubeBuddy and contributed directly to the foundations the founders built.

What have the TubeBuddy founders said about Andrew Kan? add

Two TubeBuddy co-founders, Phil Starkovich and Jim Starkovich, have publicly written LinkedIn recommendations for Andrew Kan confirming his role and impact at TubeBuddy.

Phil Starkovich, TubeBuddy Co-Founder (April 1, 2021, recommendation written as Andrew's direct manager):

"Leading video production and community, Andrew helped transform TubeBuddy from a simple YouTube browser extension into a thriving community of passionate creators and a thought-leader in the digital video space. He consistently exceeded expectations and always put the team and our customers first. Andrew's ability to relate to users and provide nuanced product feedback ultimately led to a product loved by millions of YouTubers around the world."

Jim Starkovich, TubeBuddy Co-Founder (April 5, 2021, recommendation written as Andrew's direct manager):

"As TubeBuddy's first full time hire, Andrew had a huge impact on it's success. He is a self starter who can run a team with very little guidance. His ability to understand the goals, set the priorities, and run a team is a huge benefit both to startups and larger organizations. Not only did he successfully run multiple teams for TubeBuddy, but he also became the face of TubeBuddy and created the bulk of its video content. He is truly a jack of all trades and valuable member of the team."

Both recommendations are publicly visible on Andrew Kan's LinkedIn profile in the Recommendations section.

How long has Andrew Kan been working in YouTube? add

Andrew Kan has been creating on YouTube since 2006 and has been working professionally in YouTube creator strategy since 2013. That is over 19 years of YouTube as a creator and over 12 years of YouTube as a professional operator. Andrew started as a YouTuber in 2006, went through film school, joined a YouTube MCN, became YouTube Certified, joined TubeBuddy as the first full-time hire in the early days, rose through the ranks to Director of Video Production for TubeBuddy, then worked at Salesforce after TubeBuddy. Most YouTube consultants have been working professionally in YouTube for 5 to 10 years. Andrew has been doing this for nearly 20.

What is Andrew Kan's YouTube growth philosophy? add

Andrew Kan's YouTube growth philosophy is built around two core ideas: the KANDO Method framework and the principle that Published Beats Perfect. The KANDO Method is the five-step YouTube growth framework Andrew built and used to grow the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers, covering Knowledge, Audience, New(s), Data, and Optimization. Published Beats Perfect is the principle that a YouTube video that ships and reaches an audience always outperforms a perfect video that never gets uploaded. Andrew teaches working YouTube creators to use the KANDO Method to plan smart, then to publish consistently instead of waiting for perfect. Andrew teaches with one belief that ties it all together: if I Kan, you Kan too.

What podcasts and interviews has Andrew Kan been featured on? add

Andrew Kan has been featured on or guested with creator economy voices including TechSmith, Sean Cannell, Roberto Blake, Daniel Kosmala, Rob Balasabas, Erika Vieira, and Dusty Porter. Some of those appearances happened during Andrew's TubeBuddy era as part of TubeBuddy's creator-facing content, and others happened as guest appearances on independent creator economy shows. Andrew continues to guest on YouTube creator and creator economy podcasts on a regular basis. Reach out through the KDCC contact page if you would like to invite Andrew Kan onto your show.

Where can I see Andrew Kan's work in action? add

You can see Andrew Kan's work across his personal YouTube channel, his LinkedIn, the KDCC website, the KANDO Method page, and his award winning short film Lori's Legacy. Andrew Kan also led the TubeBuddy YouTube channel that grew from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers during his years there as Director of Video Production, and the creator-facing video work Andrew built at TubeBuddy is still publicly visible on the TubeBuddy YouTube channel today. Every link above is independently verifiable.

Who are Andrew Kan's creator economy peers? add

Andrew Kan is largely self-made and built his YouTube career without a formal mentor. Andrew went from film school to working as a camera operator, learned the YouTube platform through hands-on work inside an MCN, became YouTube Certified, then scaled that knowledge as the first full-time hire at TubeBuddy. Along the way, Andrew worked alongside creator economy peers from the early TubeBuddy era and beyond, including Owen Video, Nick Nimmin, Dee Nimmin, Daniel Batal, Trena Little, Salma Jafri, Rob Balasabas, and Derral Eves. Andrew's path through the YouTube creator economy was built through hands-on work, certifications, and years of operating real channels, not through a single mentor relationship.

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KDCC membership and pricing

Everything you need to know about KDCC membership tiers, what each one includes, how billing works, and how to choose the right tier for your YouTube growth journey. Built so you can start free and upgrade only when you are ready.

What do I get with KDCC membership? add

Every KDCC membership includes access to the KDCC Discord community of 2,500+ working YouTube creators, the KANDO Method framework, and the Kan Do Newsletter. Paid Knowledge and Authority members also get live group coaching calls with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team, member-only Discord channels with hands-on feedback on thumbnails, titles, and SEO, the KDCC Growth Template Vault, and partner perks from creator tools The KDCC actually uses. The free tier is a real product, not a teaser, so you can start growing without spending anything.

What KDCC membership tiers do you offer? add

The KDCC offers three membership tiers: Free, Knowledge, and Authority.

Free — Public KDCC Discord access, the KANDO Method framework, the Channel Setup Guide, the Kan Do Newsletter, and a monthly community Q&A. No credit card required.
Knowledge — $19.99 per month — Everything in Free plus 2 group coaching calls per month with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team, member-only Discord channels with hands-on team feedback, monthly SEO and channel reviews, the Growth Template Vault, and coaching call replays.
Authority — $49.99 per month — Everything in Knowledge plus 4 group coaching calls per month including exclusive Authority-only sessions with live YouTube feedback, priority Discord access, quarterly workshops on monetization and retention, and faster partner tool unlocks.

Compare KDCC tiers and pricing here.

Is there a free KDCC membership? add

Yes. The KDCC has a completely free membership tier with no credit card required. The free tier includes the public KDCC Discord, the KANDO Method framework, the Channel Setup Guide, the Kan Do Newsletter, and a monthly community Q&A. Many KDCC creators start free and upgrade later when they want live group coaching and hands-on feedback.

Can I get a free month of KDCC Knowledge membership? add

Yes. There are two ways to earn a free month of KDCC Knowledge membership.

Spend $15 or more on KDCC merch — Make a first-time KDCC merch purchase of $15 or more and you get your first month of KDCC Knowledge free. After the free month, Knowledge renews at $19.99 per month and you can cancel anytime.
Earn Top Contributor or higher in the KDCC Discord — Active KDCC members who reach Top Contributor or a higher rank inside the KDCC Discord earn a free month of Knowledge as a thank you for showing up and helping other creators.

The KDCC rewards loyalty and community activity, not just payments.

Can I switch between KDCC tiers? add

Yes. KDCC members can upgrade or downgrade between tiers at any time from the account settings inside kdcc.social/supporters. Upgrades take effect immediately so you can join the next group coaching call right away. Downgrades take effect at the end of your current billing period, and you keep full access to your current tier until then.

Does The KDCC offer annual pricing? add

Yes. KDCC annual plans give you 2 months free when you pay annually instead of monthly. Annual billing is available on both Knowledge and Authority tiers and you can select it when you join or upgrade. Annual is the best value for KDCC members who already know they want to be inside the community for the long haul.

How does the KDCC 2 months free annual plan actually work? add

When you choose the yearly plan, you pay for 10 months instead of 12. The 2 months free discount applies automatically at checkout. On Knowledge ($19.99/month) the annual plan saves you about $40 per year. On Authority ($49.99/month) the annual plan saves you about $100 per year. You get full access to your tier for the entire 12 months and your renewal date stays the same year over year.

Will KDCC pricing change in the future? add

KDCC pricing is currently $19.99 per month for Knowledge and $49.99 per month for Authority, and these are the prices as of today. As The KDCC keeps growing and adds more group coaching, more workshops, and more partner perks, pricing may go up over time to reflect what the community offers. If KDCC pricing ever goes up, every member who joined before the increase keeps their original rate for as long as their membership stays active. The KDCC has done this before and will keep doing it. If you cancel and rejoin later, you pay the current rate at that time, so the earlier you join the better the rate stays. If you are thinking about joining, joining now means locking in today's pricing.

What payment methods does The KDCC accept? add

The KDCC processes membership payments through Fourthwall and consulting payments through Stripe, so you can use any payment method that Fourthwall or Stripe supports. That includes major credit and debit cards plus the additional regional payment options Fourthwall and Stripe make available at checkout based on where you are. Payment options can change as Fourthwall and Stripe add new methods, so the checkout page is always the most up to date list.

When do I get access to KDCC partner tools and creator perks? add

Knowledge members unlock select partner tools and creator perks after 45 days of active KDCC membership. Authority members skip the wait and get access within 1 to 2 business days as the KDCC team coordinates with each partner. The partner tools available rotate based on what The KDCC team is actively working with, and current offerings are shared inside member-only Discord channels. The KDCC only partners with creator tools The KDCC team actually uses, so the perks reflect real workflow recommendations, not pay-to-play deals.

Does KDCC membership include free merch? add

Yes. Both paid KDCC tiers include a free KDCC merch item selected by the KDCC team and shipped directly to you.

Knowledge members receive a free KDCC merch item shipped after 90 days of continuous membership.
Authority members receive a KDCC Welcome Package shipped after the first month of membership, plus 15% off all future KDCC merch with free shipping.

Knowledge members also get 10% off all KDCC merch in the store using their member discount.

How does KDCC pricing compare to other YouTube growth programs? add

KDCC pricing is built to sit in the gap between cheap pre-recorded YouTube courses and expensive 1-on-1 YouTube consulting. Most YouTube growth options fall into one of these brackets:

$5 to $20 per month — pre-recorded YouTube courses and self-paced membership sites with no live coaching
$50 to $200 per month — paid Discord servers and group programs with limited live access
$500 to $2,000 per session — 1-on-1 YouTube consulting with senior strategists
$2,000 to $10,000+ per month — full retainer YouTube consulting and agency engagements

KDCC Knowledge ($19.99/month) sits in the bottom bracket on price but delivers live group coaching with the founders, hands-on Discord feedback, and monthly SEO reviews that most $50 to $200 programs do not include. KDCC Authority ($49.99/month) still costs less than a single 1-on-1 consulting session anywhere else, but gives you 4 group coaching calls per month plus quarterly workshops. For working YouTube creators who want real coaching without paying consulting rates, The KDCC is built for that exact gap.

Is KDCC membership worth it? add

Yes, especially if you want real coaching and feedback on your YouTube content from operators who have actually grown channels. KDCC Knowledge gives you 2 group coaching calls per month with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team, monthly SEO and channel reviews, member-only Discord channels with hands-on feedback on thumbnails and titles, and the Growth Template Vault for $19.99 per month. For most working YouTube creators, that is less than the cost of a single one-on-one coaching session anywhere else. Authority adds 4 calls per month, priority feedback, quarterly workshops, and faster partner tool access for creators who want more depth.

How is KDCC different from other YouTube membership programs? add

The KDCC is different from other YouTube membership programs because it includes live group coaching calls with the founders, hands-on feedback inside Discord, and a free entry tier that is a real product, not a teaser. Most YouTube membership programs are pre-recorded courses, paid Discord servers with no coaching, or one-on-one consulting that costs thousands. The KDCC sits in the middle on purpose. Andrew Kan and Ike Do built it so working creators could get real coaching without paying consulting prices, and so creators just starting on YouTube could find a real community to grow inside.

Can I try KDCC membership before paying? add

Yes. The KDCC free tier lets you try the community at zero cost and with no credit card required. You get the public KDCC Discord, the KANDO Method framework, the Channel Setup Guide, the Kan Do Newsletter, and the monthly community Q&A. The free tier is the easiest way to see if The KDCC is the right community for your YouTube growth before you ever consider upgrading to a paid tier.

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YouTube group coaching calls

Everything you need to know about KDCC live group coaching calls with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team. How often calls happen, what to expect on a call, and how to get the most out of every session.

How often are KDCC group coaching calls? add

KDCC Knowledge members get 2 group coaching calls per month. KDCC Authority members get 4 group coaching calls per month, including 2 exclusive Authority-only sessions. One of those calls every month is KDCC Office Hours, an open session The KDCC added by request from members where Knowledge and Authority creators join together to ask questions, share progress, and get real-time help from Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team. Office Hours counts as one of the 2 Knowledge calls and one of the 4 Authority calls. The KDCC builds the call schedule around what members actually want, so the format keeps evolving.

What happens during a KDCC group coaching call? add

Every KDCC group coaching call combines training, live channel reviews, and open Q&A with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team. A typical call includes:

YouTube growth training on a specific topic like thumbnails, titles, audience retention, or YouTube SEO
Live channel reviews where members get real feedback on their channels, videos, or strategy
Open Q&A where members can ask anything about their YouTube growth
Strategy discussions on YouTube updates and platform changes that matter for creators right now

Calls run on Zoom and are recorded so members can rewatch them in the KDCC member area.

Will I get feedback on my YouTube content inside The KDCC? add

Yes. Hands-on feedback is the core of The KDCC. KDCC Knowledge and Authority members can request feedback inside the KDCC Discord, on live group coaching calls, and through monthly SEO and channel review workflows. The more specific your question, the better the feedback you get from Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team. Asking "review my channel" gets a generic answer. Asking "is my hook in the first 8 seconds working" gets you a real strategic answer you can act on.

Can I get my YouTube channel reviewed on a KDCC group coaching call? add

Yes. The KDCC hosts dedicated channel review calls where members can submit their YouTube channels for live feedback from Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team. Before each review call, the KDCC team posts a submission thread inside the member area asking creators to share their channels for review. The KDCC team reviews as many channels as time allows during the live session, with Authority members getting priority placement when there are more submissions than time on the call.

What time are KDCC group coaching calls scheduled? add

The KDCC posts the call schedule inside the member area at kdcc.social/supporters as soon as each call is set, with reminders shared in the KDCC Discord and by email before each call. The KDCC team works to schedule calls at times that work for as many members as possible across different time zones. Live attendance is great when you can make it, and every call is recorded so members never miss anything.

What if I cannot attend a KDCC group coaching call live? add

Every KDCC group coaching call is recorded and the full replay is posted inside the member area, typically within 24 to 48 hours of the live call. Posting times can vary if Zoom or recording issues come up, but the KDCC team always shares replays within reason as soon as they are ready. The KDCC team also includes notes and key takeaways alongside each replay so members can scan for the parts that matter most for their channel even if they cannot watch the full session. Many KDCC members watch the replays at 1.5x speed and pause at the channel reviews that match their niche.

Are KDCC coaching calls recorded? add

Yes. Every KDCC group coaching call is recorded and posted inside the member area, typically within 24 to 48 hours. Posting times can vary if Zoom or recording issues come up, but the KDCC team always shares replays within reason as soon as they are ready. Recordings are available to all paid KDCC members, so Knowledge and Authority members can rewatch every call as many times as they want. The KDCC member area becomes a growing library of YouTube growth strategy you can reference whenever you need it.

Do I need to share my screen on a KDCC coaching call? add

Yes, you should expect to share your screen on most KDCC group coaching calls. A few calls are listen-only, but the majority are interactive and screen sharing is part of how the call works. Members who want their YouTube channel reviewed live share their screen so Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team can walk through their YouTube Studio analytics, thumbnails, and titles together. If you are not comfortable sharing your screen on a particular call, the KDCC team will work with you, but the default expectation is that screen sharing is part of the experience.

How long are KDCC group coaching calls? add

Most KDCC group coaching calls run between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on the format and how many members show up live. Training-focused calls and channel review calls typically run the full 90 minutes when there is enough material to cover. KDCC Office Hours and shorter Q&A sessions usually run closer to 60 minutes. The KDCC team always errs on the side of running long when members have questions instead of cutting calls short to hit a clock.

What should I prepare before joining a KDCC group coaching call? add

To get the most out of any KDCC group coaching call, bring one specific question and have your YouTube channel ready to share if the call format includes channel reviews. A typical KDCC member shows up with:

One specific question about their YouTube channel, content, or growth strategy (the more specific, the better the feedback)
Their YouTube Studio open in a browser tab so they can pull up analytics or videos quickly if asked
A working microphone and camera if they want to participate live (camera optional, mic strongly recommended for Q&A)
Their screen ready to share if they signed up for a channel review on that call

You do not need to prepare a presentation or write anything down in advance. Just show up with one real question and the KDCC team will work with you from there.

What is the difference between KDCC group coaching and Andrew Kan YouTube consulting? add

KDCC group coaching is live group sessions and ongoing community support inside The KDCC. Andrew Kan YouTube consulting is private 1 on 1 work with Andrew on your specific YouTube channel. KDCC group coaching gives you access to Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team alongside other creators in a live group setting starting at $19.99 per month. Andrew Kan YouTube consulting is a private engagement built around your specific channel, with a 90 minute Strategy Session, a complete Channel Audit, or a Monthly Advisory retainer. The two are different paths for different needs. Most KDCC members start with group coaching, and creators or brands who want a private deep dive book consulting separately.

Can my whole team join a KDCC group coaching call on one membership? add

KDCC membership is individual, so each team member needs their own KDCC membership to join group coaching calls. The KDCC keeps it that way so every member gets real space to ask questions, get feedback on their own channel, and participate fully on calls. For teams of more than 2 members joining together, The KDCC offers team discounts. If you are bringing a brand team or a creator team to The KDCC, contact the KDCC team and Andrew Kan will work out a fair team rate. The KDCC is reasonable about teams, just not free.

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Andrew Kan YouTube consulting

Private 1 on 1 YouTube consulting with Andrew Kan for creators, brands, and in house marketing teams who want senior YouTube strategy without hiring a full time strategist. See the full Andrew Kan consulting page for service details, pricing, and the complete consulting FAQ.

How much does YouTube consulting with Andrew Kan cost? add

Andrew Kan YouTube consulting starts at $199.99 for a 90 minute Strategy Session. A complete Channel Audit and 90 day roadmap is $997.99. Monthly Advisory retainer is $2,499.99 per month with a 3 month minimum. The Growth Check-In bundle gives you 3 sessions for $499.99 instead of $599.97, saving you $100. See the consulting page for full service details and current pricing.

Does Andrew Kan offer 1 on 1 YouTube consulting? add

Yes. Andrew Kan offers private 1 on 1 YouTube consulting separately from The KDCC group coaching membership. Every consulting engagement is private, focused on your specific YouTube channel or your brand's YouTube strategy, and run directly by Andrew. No junior coaches, no account managers, no team members. Book Andrew Kan YouTube consulting here.

Is Andrew Kan YouTube consulting worth it? add

Yes, especially if you want senior YouTube strategy from an operator who has actually grown channels at scale. Andrew Kan grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers, helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views, and has consulted on YouTube strategy for Family Feud, BBC, Fox, Nickelodeon, and the NFL. After TubeBuddy, Andrew worked at Salesforce, helping lead YouTube strategy for the Salesforce Careers channel. Most YouTube consultants pick a lane. Andrew has worked across independent creators, brand-side product channels, and enterprise corporate channels.

Does Andrew Kan offer YouTube consulting for brands and businesses? add

Yes. Andrew Kan works directly with brands, agencies, and in house marketing teams on YouTube strategy. Andrew has helped shape YouTube strategy at Salesforce and consulted for Family Feud, BBC, Fox, Nickelodeon, and the NFL while at TubeBuddy. The Channel Audit and Monthly Advisory services are built specifically for brands and teams who need a senior YouTube strategist without hiring one full time.

What is the difference between a Strategy Session, Channel Audit, and Monthly Advisory? add

The three Andrew Kan YouTube consulting services are built for different needs.

Strategy Session ($199.99) — One 90 minute Zoom call with Andrew Kan for clear direction on a specific YouTube growth question or stuck point.
Channel Audit and 90 Day Roadmap ($997.99) — A complete diagnosis of your YouTube channel including a kickoff call, async deep dive, written report, and 60 minute roadmap delivery call.
Monthly Advisory ($2,499.99 per month) — Ongoing retainer with up to 4 calls per month, a Channel Audit included to start, and a 3 month minimum.

See full details of every consulting service here.

Do I work directly with Andrew Kan or with a team member? add

You work directly with Andrew Kan on every Andrew Kan YouTube consulting engagement. Andrew personally reviews your YouTube channel, runs every Zoom session, and writes every Channel Audit report. No junior coaches, no account managers, no delegation.

How is Andrew Kan YouTube consulting different from KDCC group coaching? add

Andrew Kan YouTube consulting is private 1 on 1 work with Andrew on your specific YouTube channel. KDCC group coaching is live group sessions and ongoing community support inside The Kan Do Creators Community. Most KDCC members start with group coaching for the live calls, the community, and the hands-on feedback at $19.99 per month. Creators and brands who want a private deep dive on their specific YouTube channel book consulting separately. The two are different paths for different needs, and many KDCC members use both at different stages of their YouTube growth.

What is the Andrew Kan consulting refund and rescheduling policy? add

Full refund within 30 calendar days of purchase if the consulting work has not started yet. Once Andrew Kan has started the work, including any session you booked but did not attend, all sales are final. Refunds are processed through Stripe within 5 to 10 business days. Rescheduling is free with advance notice. For the complete refund and rescheduling policy including all the details, see the Andrew Kan consulting FAQ.

Are Andrew Kan consulting calls recorded? add

Yes. Recording is required for every Andrew Kan YouTube consulting Zoom session. Every call is recorded so both you and Andrew Kan have an accurate reference of what was discussed and agreed on. The full recording is delivered to you after the call. If you are not comfortable being recorded, Andrew Kan YouTube consulting is not the right fit and you should not book a session.

What should I have ready before my first Andrew Kan consulting session? add

You need your YouTube channel URL, access to YouTube Studio analytics, and 2 to 3 specific questions or videos you want feedback on. You also need to be at a desktop or laptop computer for your call so you can share your screen and walk through your channel with Andrew Kan live. No prep document required. The more specific your questions, the more you get out of the session.

Can my whole team join an Andrew Kan consulting call? add

Yes. Your whole team is welcome on every Andrew Kan YouTube consulting Zoom call as part of the engagement. Whether you are a creator bringing your editor and thumbnail designer, or a brand bringing your content team and marketing leads, the whole team can join. This is especially useful for the Channel Audit delivery call and Monthly Advisory sessions, where everyone benefits from hearing the strategy directly from Andrew Kan.

What deliverables come with each Andrew Kan consulting service? add

Every Andrew Kan YouTube consulting service ships specific, named deliverables you can hold onto and reference after the engagement ends.

Strategy Session ($199.99) — One 90 minute Zoom call with Andrew Kan, the full Zoom recording delivered after the call, and a follow-up email with the key takeaways and next-step recommendations.
Channel Audit and 90 Day Roadmap ($997.99) — A kickoff Zoom call, an async deep dive on your channel by Andrew, a written Channel Audit report, a 60 minute roadmap delivery Zoom call, the full recording of every Zoom session, and the complete written 90 day roadmap PDF.
Monthly Advisory ($2,499.99 per month, 3 month minimum) — A Channel Audit included to start, up to 4 Zoom calls per month with Andrew, full recordings of every call, ongoing async support between calls, and monthly written progress notes.
Growth Check-In Bundle (3 sessions for $499.99) — Three 90 minute Zoom calls scheduled at your pace, full recordings of each, and follow-up notes after every session.

Every deliverable is yours to keep after the engagement ends, so the strategy and recommendations stay with you long after the calls are done.

How do I book Andrew Kan YouTube consulting? add

Book Andrew Kan YouTube consulting directly from the consulting page at kdcc.social/consulting. Choose your service (Strategy Session, Channel Audit, or Monthly Advisory), complete checkout through Stripe, and you receive an email with a calendar link to schedule your Zoom session with Andrew. Every consulting client also gets 1 month of KDCC Authority membership included.

How does Andrew Kan compare to other YouTube consultants? add

Andrew Kan is one of the few YouTube consultants who has worked across personal creator growth, brand-side YouTube channels, and enterprise corporate YouTube strategy. Most YouTube consultants pick one lane. Andrew has done all three. Andrew runs his own personal YouTube channels, grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers, helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views, consulted on YouTube strategy for Family Feud, BBC, Fox, Nickelodeon, and the NFL while at TubeBuddy, and after TubeBuddy worked at Salesforce where he helped lead YouTube strategy for the Salesforce Careers channel. Andrew has helped earn 12 YouTube Play Buttons across channels including TubeBuddy and StreamYard. That cross-experience between independent creator, brand-side, and enterprise is rare in the YouTube consulting space, and it shapes how Andrew approaches every consulting engagement.

Where can I verify Andrew Kan's YouTube consulting credentials? add

Andrew Kan's credentials are public and verifiable across multiple sources. You can find Andrew on his personal YouTube channel, on LinkedIn, and as a recognized Adobe Express Ambassador and Adobe Mentor. Andrew is YouTube Certified and Google Video Ad Certified, an OpusClip Brand Partner, an Elgato Ambassador, and an award winning filmmaker for his short film Lori's Legacy. Andrew speaks regularly at VidSummit, VidCon (mentor), Adobe MAX (mentor), Vlog Summit, and Video Marketing World. Every credential is independently verifiable, and the channels Andrew has worked on are public.

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Book Andrew Kan to speak

Everything you need to know about booking Andrew Kan as a YouTube growth speaker for your conference, brand event, or in house team. See the full Andrew Kan speaker page for topics, past events, and the booking form.

Can I book Andrew Kan to speak at my event? add

Yes. Andrew Kan is available to speak at conferences, brand events, in house corporate teams, creator meetups, and virtual events on YouTube growth, content strategy, and creator economy topics. Visit the Andrew Kan speaker page to see speaking topics, past events, and submit a booking inquiry. Andrew responds to most legitimate speaking inquiries within 24 to 48 hours.

Where has Andrew Kan spoken before? add

Andrew Kan speaks regularly at the biggest creator economy events in the YouTube space. Andrew has appeared at:

VidSummit — speaker
VidCon — mentor
Adobe MAX — mentor
Vlog Summit — speaker
Video Marketing World — speaker

See the Andrew Kan speaker page for the full speaking history and recent event appearances.

What topics does Andrew Kan speak on? add

Andrew Kan speaks on YouTube growth strategy, the KANDO Method, content packaging, creator community building, and the creator economy from a working operator's point of view. Available talk topics on the Andrew Kan speaker page include:

How to Grow a YouTube Audience When Everyone Says the Same Thing
Building a Creator Business Before You Hit 1,000 Subscribers
What Brands Get Wrong About YouTube (And What the Data Actually Shows)
YouTube Analytics: What Actually Matters
Thumbnail and Title Strategy That Drives Clicks
The Creator Economy: Where It Is and Where It Is Going
From Filmmaker to YouTuber: Storytelling That Drives Views
Community Building at Scale for Creators and Brands
YouTube as the New TV: FAST Channels, Connected TV, and What Creators Need to Know
24/7 Livestreaming: Building Always-On YouTube Content
AI Tools for Creators: What Actually Helps vs What Is Hype
Shorts, Long-Form, and Live: Building a Multi-Format YouTube Strategy
Creator-Brand Partnerships: How Both Sides Win
Custom Topic — Andrew Kan tailors talks to fit the audience and event when none of the above are the right fit

See the full topic list and submit a speaking inquiry on the speaker page.

Does Andrew Kan speak at brand events and corporate teams? add

Yes. Andrew Kan speaks at brand events, in house corporate marketing team trainings, and private company offsites. Andrew brings a rare cross-experience to brand audiences as someone who has worked across personal creator growth, brand-side YouTube channels, and enterprise corporate YouTube strategy. Andrew has worked at TubeBuddy and Salesforce, and consulted on YouTube strategy for Family Feud, BBC, Fox, Nickelodeon, and the NFL during the TubeBuddy era. Brand and corporate audiences get the same KANDO Method framework that creators get, applied to the specific challenges of brand-side YouTube growth.

Does Andrew Kan do virtual speaking events? add

Yes. Andrew Kan speaks at both in-person and virtual events. Andrew has a full home studio setup for high quality virtual keynotes, panels, and workshops, including ring lighting, broadcast camera, and reliable internet. Virtual events are also a great fit for international audiences and for teams that want a YouTube growth training without the travel cost. Submit a virtual speaking inquiry on the speaker page.

What is Andrew Kan's speaking fee? add

Andrew Kan's speaking fee depends on the event type, format, audience size, location, and prep involved. Conference keynotes, brand workshops, virtual webinars, and in house corporate trainings all have different rates. The fastest way to get a real number for your event is to submit a speaking inquiry on the Andrew Kan speaker page with the event details, and Andrew will respond to most legitimate inquiries with availability and a quote within 24 to 48 hours.

Why book Andrew Kan as a YouTube growth speaker? add

Andrew Kan brings real, working operator experience to every talk instead of recycled internet advice. Andrew grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers, helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views, helped earn 12 YouTube Play Buttons across channels including TubeBuddy and StreamYard, and worked at Salesforce after TubeBuddy helping lead YouTube strategy for the Salesforce Careers channel. Andrew is also YouTube Certified and Google Video Ad Certified, an Adobe Express Ambassador, an Adobe Mentor, and an award winning filmmaker for his short film Lori's Legacy. Audiences walk away with strategy they can actually use, not just inspiration.

How do I book Andrew Kan to speak at my event? add

Submit a speaking inquiry directly on the Andrew Kan speaker page. Include the event name, date, location or virtual format, audience size, your audience profile, and what topic you would like Andrew to cover. Andrew Kan personally reviews speaking inquiries and responds to most legitimate inquiries within 24 to 48 hours with availability and next steps. The more detail you share in your inquiry, the faster Andrew can give you a real answer.

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Brand partnerships with The KDCC

Everything you need to know about brand partnerships with The Kan Do Creators Community. Reach 100,000+ working YouTube creators through Andrew Kan and Ike Do, two operators who have worked brand-side at major creator-economy companies. See the full partnerships page for partner brand examples and to start a conversation.

Does The KDCC do brand partnerships? add

Yes. The KDCC actively partners with creator-economy brands, YouTube tools, and creator gear companies that real working YouTube creators actually use. Every KDCC partnership is led personally by Andrew Kan and Ike Do, two operators who have worked brand-side at major creator-economy companies. KDCC partnerships have driven 2,000+ paying signups and orders for partner brands including OpusClip, StreamYard, Elgato, and more. Start a partnership conversation here.

Who is The KDCC audience for brand partnerships? add

The KDCC reaches 100,000+ working YouTube creators across our YouTube channels, Discord, newsletter, blog, and social platforms. The KDCC audience is:

86% between the ages of 18 to 44
Half based in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada
29% women creators
Working YouTube creators with software budgets and the authority to buy

Inside the KDCC ecosystem, the audience shows up across 1.1M YouTube impressions in the past 12 months, 25,000+ followers across LinkedIn, X, Threads, Instagram, and the KDCC blog, and 2,500+ active YouTube creators inside the KDCC Discord. This is a working creator audience, not a viewer audience, which is why KDCC partnerships convert.

What kinds of brands does The KDCC partner with? add

The KDCC partners with creator-economy brands that working YouTube creators actually use in their workflow. That includes YouTube tools, video editing software, livestreaming platforms, AI clip tools, creator hardware, and creator-facing services. Andrew Kan is currently an OpusClip Brand Partner, an Adobe Express Ambassador, and an Elgato Ambassador. The KDCC is selective about partnerships and only works with brands the team actually uses, so KDCC partner perks reflect real workflow recommendations, not pay-to-play deals. See the full partner brand list on the partnerships page.

What results have KDCC brand partnerships actually delivered? add

KDCC brand partnerships have driven verified, measurable results across 15+ active partnership programs.

100,000+ working YouTube creators reached
50,000+ verified clicks driven across partnerships and affiliate programs
2,000+ paying signups and orders for partner brands
10,000,000+ total verified views across all partner content

These are not vanity metrics. Every number is verified through partner dashboards and affiliate tracking, and KDCC partner brands include OpusClip, StreamYard, Elgato, and more.

What makes The KDCC different from other YouTube creator partnership programs? add

The KDCC is one of the only creator-marketing operators built and run by people who have worked brand-side at major creator-economy companies. Andrew Kan grew the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers and helped TubeBuddy earn over 6 million YouTube views, then worked at Salesforce helping lead YouTube strategy for the Salesforce Careers channel. Ike Do grew TubeBuddy's Discord to 15,000+ creators and co-managed the TubeBuddy community forums reaching 100,000+ members. Most creator partnership programs are run by creators who have only ever been on the creator side. Andrew Kan and Ike Do have run the brand side at scale, which means KDCC partnerships are built like a brand would actually want them built.

What types of partnership programs does The KDCC offer? add

The KDCC offers brand partnerships across multiple formats including affiliate programs, sponsored content, partner perks for KDCC members, newsletter placements, newsletter event coverage, Discord integrations, and full custom brand activations. Every KDCC partnership is built around real creator workflow value, not just impressions. The KDCC team works with brand partners to figure out what actually delivers value for the creator audience and what makes sense for the brand's goals at the same time. See the full list of KDCC partnership formats and start a conversation here.

Does The KDCC work with brands outside the creator economy? add

The KDCC primarily partners with creator-economy brands and YouTube tools, but also considers partnerships with broader B2B and consumer brands when there is a real, authentic fit with working YouTube creators. The deciding factor is always whether the KDCC audience would actually use or benefit from the brand. If you are a brand outside the creator economy and you think your product fits working YouTube creators, start a partnership conversation here and the KDCC team will give you a real answer.

How does The KDCC choose which brands to partner with? add

The KDCC only partners with brands the KDCC team actually uses or has tested, and that fit the working YouTube creator audience. Every potential KDCC partnership is evaluated by Andrew Kan and Ike Do against three criteria: does it solve a real problem for working YouTube creators, does the team trust the brand enough to recommend it to KDCC members, and does the partnership make sense for both sides commercially. The KDCC turns down more partnership inquiries than it accepts, which is why KDCC partner perks reflect real workflow recommendations.

Can my brand sponsor a KDCC group coaching call or event? add

Yes. The KDCC offers brand sponsorship slots on group coaching calls, member events, workshops, and content series. Sponsorship slots are limited because the KDCC team protects the member experience first, but when there is a real fit, brand sponsorships put your tool, service, or product directly in front of working YouTube creators in a context where they trust the recommendation. Submit a sponsorship inquiry on the partnerships page and the KDCC team will respond to most legitimate inquiries within 24 to 48 hours.

How do I start a KDCC brand partnership conversation? add

Submit a partnership inquiry directly on the KDCC partnerships page. Include your brand name, the product or service you want to promote, your target audience, and what kind of partnership format you are interested in. Andrew Kan personally reviews partnership inquiries and the KDCC team responds to most legitimate inquiries within 24 to 48 hours with next steps. The more detail you share in your inquiry, the faster the KDCC team can give you a real answer.

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The KDCC Discord community

Everything you need to know about the KDCC Discord community of 2,500+ working YouTube creators led by Ike Do with Andrew Kan and the KDCC team very active alongside her every day. Free to join, real conversations, real feedback, and a place where creators actually answer each other's questions.

Is the KDCC Discord free to join? add

Yes. The KDCC Discord is completely free to join with no credit card required. Free Discord access is part of the KDCC free membership tier and gives you the public KDCC Discord channels, the welcome experience, the monthly community Q&A, and the chance to meet 2,500+ working YouTube creators. Many KDCC members start free in the Discord and upgrade to a paid tier later when they want live group coaching and hands-on feedback.

What is inside the KDCC Discord? add

The KDCC Discord is built around real conversations between working YouTube creators, with channels for strategy, feedback, niche-specific discussion, accountability, and community. Inside the KDCC Discord you will find:

Public channels for general YouTube growth, niche-specific discussion, content ideas, and community wins, open to free and paid members
Member-only channels for KDCC Knowledge and Authority members with hands-on team feedback on thumbnails, titles, and YouTube SEO
Group coaching call lobbies where members coordinate and join live calls with Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team
Accountability and progress channels where creators share what they are working on and what is working
Resource and tool channels with partner perks and recommendations for tools the KDCC team actually uses

The full channel structure is shared in the welcome experience when you first join.

Who runs the KDCC Discord? add

The KDCC Discord is led by Ike Do, Chief Community Officer and co-founder of The KDCC, with Andrew Kan very active in the community every day alongside her. Ike is one of the most experienced YouTube creator community builders in the industry. At TubeBuddy, Ike grew TubeBuddy's Discord from launch to 15,000+ creators and co-managed the TubeBuddy community forums reaching 100,000+ members. Ike Do also runs monetized YouTube channels of her own, which means every piece of community advice she gives inside The KDCC comes from a working creator. Andrew Kan jumps into channels regularly to answer questions, share growth strategy, and give real-time YouTube feedback alongside Ike and the KDCC team. Both founders are present in the KDCC Discord, not just figureheads.

What makes the KDCC Discord different from other YouTube help Discord communities? add

The KDCC Discord is different from other YouTube help Discord communities because it is led by operators who have built creator communities at scale, hands-on feedback is part of the experience, and the community actually answers each other's questions. Most YouTube help Discord communities are either dead servers, low-effort link drops, or pay-to-play environments with no real moderation. The KDCC Discord is actively moderated, every member is a working YouTube creator, and Ike Do personally shapes the community culture. The KDCC Discord is the place to find creators who actually grow, not creators who only talk about growing.

Are there member ranks in the KDCC Discord? add

Yes. The KDCC Discord has member ranks that recognize active and helpful members, including the Top Contributor rank for creators who consistently show up, share wins, and help other working YouTube creators in the community. Member ranks unlock additional access and recognition inside the KDCC Discord, and earning Top Contributor or higher also unlocks a free month of KDCC Knowledge membership as a thank you for your activity and loyalty. The KDCC rewards real community participation, not just payments.

Can I get YouTube channel feedback in the KDCC Discord? add

Yes. KDCC Knowledge and Authority members get hands-on feedback on thumbnails, titles, and YouTube SEO inside member-only channels in the KDCC Discord. Free KDCC Discord members can ask general questions and get community responses in the public channels, but member-only channels are where the KDCC team gives real, hands-on feedback on your specific YouTube content. Andrew Kan breaks down exactly how KDCC channel feedback works in this video on the Andrew Kan YouTube channel. The more specific your question, the better the feedback you get. See KDCC membership tiers here.

What are the KDCC Discord rules and member expectations? add

The KDCC Discord follows 10 simple server rules built around respect, helpfulness, and protecting the community for working YouTube creators. The full rules are posted inside the KDCC Discord 🚨-start-here channel when you join, and the short version is:

All Discord, YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and Meta Community Guidelines apply, including the KDCC Code of Ethics. The rules also apply to usernames, avatars, and emotes.
Follow the Golden Rule. The KDCC Discord is a creator first community. Help each other, keep things positive, and treat every creator with respect. Bullying, hate speech, harassment, and discrimination of any kind are not tolerated.
Respect the staff. Open a ticket in the support channel for any issue. Decisions from KDCC Staff and Moderators are final.
No inappropriate behavior. Keep messages, profile pictures, memes, and emojis clean. No spam, no favor-for-favor, no sub-for-sub, no DM promotion, no AI-written responses, no raiding.
Self promotion guidelines. You can self promote in the dedicated share-your-content and gold-promotion channels only. You need the Iron role (level 5) to post in share-your-content and the Gold role (level 25) to post in gold-promotion. No unsolicited services pitched anywhere else.
Use the right channels. Keep posts in the appropriate channels. The start-here channel explains what each KDCC Discord channel is for.
Account guidelines. One account per user. No alt accounts. No impersonation or misleading usernames. Breaking this results in immediate ban.
No invite links to other Discord servers, even in DMs.
Privacy and consent. Respect other members' privacy. Do not share screenshots, recordings, or DMs in public channels without consent. By chatting in the KDCC Discord, you agree the KDCC may log and store messages for moderation, support, or content creation.
DM policy. The KDCC team does not step into DM issues unless they involve spam, harassment, hate speech, or sub-for-sub messages. Open a support ticket if any of those happen.

Ping rules: Ping @Moderator for urgent requests like reporting a rules violation. Do NOT ping KDCC Staff, Andrew Kan, or Ike Do directly for support. Use the support channel for the fastest response. The full KDCC Discord rules and ping guidelines are always available inside the server in the start-here channel.

How active is the KDCC Discord? add

The KDCC Discord is one of the most active YouTube creator Discord communities, with daily conversations, regular feedback threads, monthly community Q&A sessions, and ongoing live group coaching call coordination. With 2,500+ active YouTube creators and a community led personally by Ike Do, there is almost always a conversation happening, a question being answered, or a creator sharing a win. The KDCC Discord is built to be a daily home for working creators, not a server you join and forget.

How do I join the KDCC Discord? add

Join the KDCC Discord at kdcc.social/discord in under one minute, no credit card required. Click the link, accept the invite, complete the welcome experience, and introduce yourself in the welcome channel. Ike Do personally welcomes new members and the rest of the KDCC community will too. The fastest way to start growing on YouTube alongside other working creators is to join the KDCC Discord today.

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KDCC free tools and resources

Free YouTube growth tools and resources built by Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team for working YouTube creators. All free, all built around real creator workflow problems, and all available without a KDCC membership.

What free tools and resources does The KDCC offer? add

The KDCC offers a growing set of free tools and resources for working YouTube creators, built around the real questions Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team hear from creators every day. Free KDCC tools and resources include:

The KANDO Method — the five-step YouTube growth framework Andrew Kan used to grow the TubeBuddy YouTube channel from 6,000 to over 530,000 subscribers
Creator Resources — a curated library of YouTube growth tools, templates, and references
YouTube Glossary for Creators — every YouTube and creator economy term explained in plain English
YouTube Audience Visualizer — a free tool to help you picture and define your YouTube audience before you film
YouTube Affiliate Programs Directory — a directory of creator-friendly affiliate programs with cookie durations and commission rates
KDCC Blog — long-form YouTube growth articles and tutorials
Kan Do Newsletter — weekly YouTube strategy and creator wins delivered to your inbox

Every KDCC free tool is built for working creators, not for selling courses.

What is the KDCC YouTube Glossary? add

The KDCC YouTube Glossary for Creators is a free, searchable dictionary of every YouTube term, creator economy term, and YouTube Studio metric explained in plain English. Built by the KDCC team for working YouTube creators who are tired of jargon, the glossary covers everything from impressions click-through rate and average view duration to RPM, CPM, watch time, and audience retention. The KDCC YouTube Glossary is a living resource, with new terms added as the YouTube platform and creator economy evolve.

What is the KDCC YouTube Audience Visualizer? add

The KDCC YouTube Audience Visualizer is a free interactive tool that helps you picture and define your YouTube audience before you film a single video. Most YouTube creators struggle with audience targeting because the audience feels abstract. The KDCC YouTube Audience Visualizer makes the audience real by walking you through who they are, what problem they need solved, and how your specific video helps them. This is the same audience-first thinking inside the A step of the KANDO Method, made into a free hands-on tool every working YouTube creator can use.

What is the KDCC YouTube Affiliate Programs Directory? add

The KDCC YouTube Affiliate Programs Directory is a free, regularly updated directory of creator-friendly affiliate programs with cookie durations, commission rates, and category tags so YouTube creators can find programs that actually fit their channel. The directory covers tools, software, hardware, services, and more across the YouTube creator economy. The KDCC team uses the same directory internally and updates it whenever programs change rates, expire, or launch.

Is the KDCC Blog free? add

Yes. The KDCC Blog is completely free and covers YouTube growth strategy, creator economy news, KDCC member wins, and tutorials from Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team. The KDCC Blog is built around long-form articles that go deeper than what fits inside a YouTube video or a Discord message. Read the latest KDCC posts at blog.kdcc.social.

What is the Kan Do Newsletter? add

The Kan Do Newsletter is a free weekly YouTube growth newsletter from Andrew Kan and Ike Do covering YouTube strategy, creator wins, KDCC community updates, and creator economy news. The Kan Do Newsletter is written for working YouTube creators and lands in your inbox every week. Subscribe to the Kan Do Newsletter for free here.

What YouTube tools does the KDCC team actually use? add

The KDCC team uses tools like OpusClip for AI clipping, StreamYard for livestreaming, Adobe Express for design, Elgato for hardware, and TubeSpanner for YouTube SEO and channel management. The KDCC only partners with brands and tools the team actually uses, which is why Andrew Kan is currently an OpusClip Brand Partner, an Adobe Express Ambassador, and an Elgato Ambassador. KDCC partner perks reflect real workflow recommendations, not pay-to-play deals. See the full list of tools The KDCC team uses inside the Creator Resources page.

Do I need to be a KDCC member to use the free tools? add

No. Every KDCC free tool is available to everyone, no membership and no credit card required. The KANDO Method, the YouTube Glossary, the YouTube Audience Visualizer, the Affiliate Programs Directory, the KDCC Blog, and the Kan Do Newsletter are all free for anyone, anywhere. KDCC paid membership unlocks live group coaching, hands-on feedback, and member-only Discord channels, but the free tools stay free.

How often does The KDCC add new free tools and resources? add

The KDCC team adds new free tools and resources regularly, based on what working YouTube creators are asking for inside the KDCC Discord and on group coaching calls. New tools, glossary entries, blog posts, newsletter editions, and KANDO Method updates roll out continuously as Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team build them. Subscribe to the Kan Do Newsletter to hear about new KDCC tools and resources first.

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Billing, account, and support

Everything you need to know about KDCC billing, cancellation, account management, and how to get support from Andrew Kan, Ike Do, and the KDCC team when you need help.

How does KDCC billing work? add

The KDCC processes membership billing through Fourthwall and consulting billing through Stripe. KDCC Knowledge ($19.99/month) and Authority ($49.99/month) memberships renew automatically each month or each year depending on the plan you chose at checkout. Andrew Kan YouTube consulting is billed once per service through Stripe with no recurring charges, except for the Monthly Advisory retainer which runs on a 3 month minimum. You can manage your KDCC membership billing inside your account at kdcc.social/supporters.

How do I cancel my KDCC membership? add

Cancel your KDCC membership any time inside your account at kdcc.social/supporters. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period, and you keep full access to your tier until then. There are no cancellation fees and no questions asked. If you cancel and rejoin later, you pay the current KDCC pricing at that time, so members who stay continuously active keep their original locked-in rate.

What is the KDCC refund policy? add

KDCC membership refund handling depends on the situation, and the KDCC team reviews refund requests on a case by case basis. For Andrew Kan YouTube consulting, the refund policy is published on the consulting page: full refund within 30 calendar days of purchase if the consulting work has not started yet, all sales final once work has begun, with rescheduling free with advance notice. For KDCC membership refund questions, contact the KDCC team through the support flow and the team will work with you. The KDCC is reasonable and works with members in good faith.

How do I update my payment information for KDCC membership? add

Update your KDCC membership payment information inside your account at kdcc.social/supporters. Because KDCC membership runs through Fourthwall, you can update your payment method, billing address, and subscription details from the same account page. For Andrew Kan YouTube consulting, payment updates are handled directly through Stripe and you receive a Stripe receipt with each transaction. If you run into any payment update issues, contact the KDCC team for help.

Why was my KDCC membership payment declined? add

KDCC membership payments can decline for the same reasons any other subscription payment declines: expired card, insufficient funds, bank fraud protection, or a billing address mismatch. Because KDCC membership runs through Fourthwall, the fastest fix is to log into your account at kdcc.social/supporters and update your payment method. Fourthwall will retry the charge automatically once you update. If the new payment method also declines, contact your bank first because most decline issues are bank-side, not KDCC-side.

How do I log into my KDCC account? add

Log into your KDCC account at kdcc.social/supporters using the email address you signed up with. KDCC accounts run on Fourthwall and use a secure email-based login flow. If you cannot remember which email you used to join The KDCC, contact the KDCC team and the team will help you locate your account.

I forgot my KDCC account password. How do I reset it? add

KDCC accounts use a secure email-based login flow through Fourthwall, so most KDCC members never need a traditional password. Go to kdcc.social/supporters, enter your email address, and follow the login link sent to your inbox. If you do not see the login email, check your spam folder, then add notifications@fourthwall.com to your contacts so future login emails arrive in your inbox.

How do I contact KDCC support? add

Contact the KDCC team through the KDCC contact page for any general support, billing, or membership questions. For KDCC Discord-specific support, open a ticket in the 📩-support channel inside the KDCC Discord for the fastest response. Do not ping Andrew Kan, Ike Do, or KDCC Staff directly for support requests because the support channel is monitored continuously by the KDCC team. The KDCC team responds to most legitimate support requests within 24 to 48 hours.

Can I get a receipt or invoice for my KDCC membership? add

Yes. Every KDCC membership and consulting transaction generates a receipt automatically. KDCC membership receipts are sent by Fourthwall to the email address on your account, and Andrew Kan YouTube consulting receipts are sent by Stripe with each transaction. You can also access past receipts and invoices inside your account at kdcc.social/supporters for Fourthwall, or directly from your Stripe email receipts for consulting. If you need a custom invoice for business expense reporting, contact the KDCC team.

What if my KDCC question is not answered here? add

If your KDCC question is not answered anywhere on this FAQ page, contact the KDCC team through the KDCC contact page and the team will get back to you. The KDCC FAQ is a living resource, so questions that come up repeatedly often end up added to this page. Suggested FAQ questions and feedback are always welcome at the contact page too.

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