How YouTube changed my life (less than 500 subscribers) advice for introverted content creators
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- Kiaora, join me in this vlog as I celebrate almost reaching 500 subscribers! In this video, I talk about the high and lows of being a content creator/TH-camr and give away all my tips and tricks for reaching your first 500 subs.
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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
00:40 What I love about TH-cam
01:07 The reason I chose TH-cam
02:27 Advice for new content creators
02:50 Advice for introverts
03:34 How to plan your next TH-cam video
06:46 Picking a niche
08:47 The opportunities on TH-cam
12:26 The challenges of being a TH-camr
14:14 Final thoughts on TH-cam
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Woke up today to a flood of super encouraging comments ... beyond grateful to you all for watching, liking and subscribing! Can't believe I might actually crack 500 subs! 🙃 (follow up video below 👇) th-cam.com/video/tDZwus-DryM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6xQ6XJOXEd43al_j
Nice job Ben! I started a few months ago, I have one video and I'm currently editing my second one.
I'm starting from scratch (literally zero) so it's taking me longer. I work in Technology, I'll figure it out.
I'm 47 years old 😂 so I'm way older than the average YTber.
I'm also going for a cinematic look. I started with a GoPro and I bought a Lumix with fancier audio (shotgun mic and wireless lava).
Keep it up man, I subbed and I can't wait to see your filmmaking videos, I'm super interested in that too.
Well, you got over 500 and less than two days after you made the video!
@@Mike_Virata bro, thank you so much. You are really talented, the cat, the mellow puff, the spooky tunnel. Bro your storytelling is GREAT. Along for the journey bro. Keep it up!
@@JayaLove its insane haha.
@@BenDevery Wow, I didnt expect you watch and reply. You're so cool!
Keep it up man, I can't wait to catch up to you.
It took me 2 years to get to 84k subs uploading TH-cam shorts. Having a handful of videos going viral in the millions helped too. 🔥 I started around summer 2021. Just press the record button and go for it.
@DetroitNinja wow thats so impressive! Bro I love what you are doing over on your channel. Looking forward to watching some more of your content! Thanks for the encouragement.
Started three times. Stopped. Deleted videos. You’ve prompted me to restart! Thank you. Followed.
@Jay_Perrotta 1% better with every upload Jay! You got this. So stoked I could encourage you.
You can do it I will sub 😊
‘I just wanna be by myself!’ 😂 SO REAL!!! Introverts unite! I think I’m Sub # 752?! Your studying paid off. Popped up in my feed. I’m in the ‘almost ready’ phase for a TH-cam channel… been putting the finishing touches to the corner of the garage where my studio is - I’m an artist and will need a wee bit of space :) Got a light, my phone, ideas, Davinci Resolve which my computer can’t run but I don’t care. I’ll freaking edit on whatever I can. I know things won’t be polished the way I want them to be for a long time… it’ll be ugly. It’ll be cringey. I’m past caring! I’ve been thinking and dreaming about doing this since 2012/13. It’s time. Good luck to you. I think you’re gonna do just fine! I’m off now to be all hidden and introverted again 😅.
@stars444 thank you so much! That’s so exciting … so cool that you can set up a dedicated space to be creative. You have all the ingredients you need! Let me know when you press the go button, I’d love to see your first video! Love Davinci Resolve, all the best! #introvertsuniteseperately
Go for it. 👏
2 weeks ago you were less than 500 subs. Today you're over 1.5K! That's insane! You're doing something right. For your perspective, I've been doing TH-cam for 8 years and finally hit over 800, which I'm quite proud of.
@SenileSimmer yes it really is mind-blowing ... not taking it for granted. Thanks for your encouragement! Well done on 8 years and 800 subs, keep up the good work.
That's great to hear!!! It's inspiring for all us micro tubers!!!! 🥂
@@BenDeveryyou filmed your video when you had 411 subscribers. I watched your video when I had 412 subscribers. Hoping we both continue to grow.
I’ve also had a bit of a break from posting but getting back into it now, almost ready to post my next video. Anyone else here with a small sub count? 🙋🏻♀️
Your channel is awesome! Along for the journey 👍how crazy is that 10 hours of white screen video?! The internet amazes me haha.
@@BenDevery Yes it’s a bit crazy! 😅
Lots of us, apparently 🌺
✋🏿 we need t shirts 😂
This was so encouraging to me! I am also very introverted…like an introverted extrovert maybe? And I’ve started channels and stopped a couple times thinking maybe this isn’t for me, but it is! It’s for all of us!
@aprillynn6362 thats so interesting, I get that introverted extrovert thing, good on you for recognising it. It so is for all of us ... its in the name You-Tube right?!
I'm an introvert too and have been trying to start a faceless channel. Frankly, it feels more difficult than just talking to a camera. My problem is, I don't feel like I have an unfair advantage. I think I can talk about things like work and travel, but I'm not actively traveling. I have to do something, though, because I've just about had it with having a j-o-b.
@maidenfanusa lots to think about there! I wouldn’t know where to start with a faceless channel. I do hear the struggle of having a passion for travel but not travelling! I’d love to have a travel channel haha. Thanks for commenting.
Thank you so much for this! ^^ Just like you, I'm an introvert and so it's a struggle for me to just go and start it. But I'm inspired by your sincerity, so I'm going 100% for it! Thanks! 😊🎉
@StudyEnglishwithBecca good on you! You can do it. One video at a time, one percent better with every upload!
Mission accomplished😂 video got picked up and showed up in my suggestions in south africa...
@10khours oh my word. Ive heard from people in Japan, Canada, Australia, America, Germany and South Africa. Im honestly so chuffed to meet you all. Thanks heaps! Hows SA? Still healing from losing the Rugby world cup to you haha.
WOW, thanks for the video. Congratulations on your 500 or now 1000 subscribers. I think you will be VERY successful here on TH-cam if you keep making videos like this, keep talking about your journey and how people could do well if they'd put their minds to it, put forth their creativity and yes, if they'd FINALLY hit "record" button on their camera, phone, screen recorder, computer camera for goodness sake. Congratulations again!!
@HE360 thanks so much, still can't quite believe it haha. I really appreciate that advice, I've got another video in the works hopefully will film this week talking about all of the above :) Cheers! P.S I'm super jealous of your gaming channel! I stream to Twitch occasionally for fun, come hang out tag is @Devon8tr
Thanks for your kind words and encouragement! I hope my youtube channel will grow some day. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. Anyway, I hope you have a good day and God bless you 👍
@ScorpiowolfTV bro love the logo. Do you use Tube Buddy? Would be such a great place to start for you to get some more views! There are a few best practices you are missing out on, and tags my man TAGS! So important. Helps the algorithm know where to send your stuff!
I just hit 500 finally! Most of mine are audio only from my podcast but it’s still growing. 😊
@homesteadingforbeginners thats EPIC. Well done on hitting that milestone. So cool that you run a podcast also! Keep it up!
Thank you for celebrating with me! I’m celebrating you as well 🥳
Ohhh thank you for this video, you inspired me again to come back where I stopped creating video due to perfectionism and always doubting my self. And plus with a full-time job, Time is running and we can't take it back. Being messy at first is the key to make it right. ❤❤❤❤
@bennyblanko807 punch perfectionism in the face and press record, thats my goal at this stage haha. Learn from the mistakes, and get better with every upload! Start messy, couldn't agree more.
Thanks Ben. I'm not good at it, yet, but I started making videos as an outlet to escape my actual reality. After putting out a few videos I found I really enjoyed it. For me, it keeps my mind busy. Thanks again man.
@ManifestingHotStuff what do you mean you are not good at it? Just checked out your latest vid and it looks good to me! Thanks for the encouragement :)
I’m stuck at 407 subs. This will inspire me to hit my first 500. Great video Ben.
@allanfortytwo one video at a time Allan, one percent better with every upload.
For some reason when I turned on my TV this morning, your channel is was on. I watched this video, and it completely speaks to me. I've been experiencing significant t fear and resulting procrastination around starting. Starting what, you ask? Just starting. A channel, a podcast, shorts, etc...just hitting the record button. Your video encourages me. So, I'm the one person you helped Ben...today. Thank you.
@martinruof7306 holey moley ... do you think this means I can finally tell my mum i've been on TV? In Minneapolis no less! Haha. Thanks so much for this Martin. Bro I love this! I just checked out your channel and you present so well ... and your production quality is insane! GO FOR IT.
Just saw your video. Clearly the algorithm is working. I just started my youtube journey recently so this is definitely an inspiration to keep going.
@BrandonSayasane safe to say it is ... that's awesome. What do you love to make videos about?
@@BenDevery I've started making a vlog about my daily life living in Sydney Australia.
@BrandonSayasane nice one! ☝️ I’ll head on over and check it out.
Congrats on hitting 500 and beyond. Love your honesty. So endearing. I'm such an introvert too!! I been really considering the same journey myself. Been making music videos for a bit but it's always seemed so far out of reach. Thanks for the encouraging words.
@christopherryan1981 thank you! Love meeting fellow introverts. Cool! Music videos for others or yourself? Your welcome!
Your video showed up, and I clicked play. Thank you for your encouragement. I sooooo want to do this. #appreciateyou
No worries @RayleneBrowne one video at a time! Appreciate your comment and time 🙏
I’m seeing this now cause you’re at over 1.5k now so congrats to you! I just hit over 500 this year which is a pretty good milestone but I need to keep going. I had an idea that I also need to start “talking to my camera (awkward)” to start building my channel. We’ll see! 😂 Appreciate the motivation!
@allthingsunrelated2919 congrats to you! 🥂 just be your authentic self! No point trying to be anything else 🙃
You were on my home feed :) - I've been posting for about 10 years now (I stopped posting after TH-cam implemented the requirements for the partnership program because my videos basically stopped circulating (especially in the beauty space) but I enjoy creating content and sharing it so I always find myself back on youtube doing just that :) Thank you for sharing your Journey.
400 at the time you posted this and 746 (4 days later) is incredible! I wish you much success!
@MaggieMagnoli that honestly boggles my mind. Thanks for sharing that. I reckon that’s the best way to win on TH-cam is to create content because you love it. You’re so welcome! All the best for your TH-cam journey!
This is inspirational. I started my channel back in 2012 "without any strategy or purpose". several years later, I am working on growing my list. Currently I have 240 subscribers. I know what you mean by being excited!!
@GracieRuthLinkedInLady wow that’s awesome. What do you mean by growing your list?!
I am exactly the same. The youtubing introvert. Hard for people to get the paradox in that. My tip is: Always get better but never leave the 411 subscribers mentality. That's when you had the most passion and it's important to keep that humble, grounded attitude. Subscribed :)
@NomadSweden it is such a paradox right?! So cool you are on the same journey. Man, so much wisdom in this comment right here … hold me to it. 411, will never forget. Appreciate you!
Haha that one hour doing nothing in front of the camera is a reality! I thought it was just me haha
Yep.... the reality is real 😊.
Thank you for pronouncing “niche” correctly.
Haha is there any other way?!
It worked! Over 34K views on this video, compared to the one before at 471 views total! Great job! Thanks for the advice.
@SunshineAspirations yeap definitely worked haha no worries at all!
I’m at 93 subscribers and I kinda fell off but I think I’ve actually found my niche or at least what I’m passionate about helping others with and I’m going to try and record something tomorrow. Thank you for this. Subscribed
@lavenderharmonynails so glad to hear you found your niche! Thats a real journey ... let me know when you post that next video. Love to see it!
Ben!!! You just cracked the code!! 🎉This video has so much value. I just started my TH-cam channel..just posted my 3rd video and it’s so bad, but my intentions were good. It’s not easy but I’m committed to this journey. It’s like anything worthwhile you got to put in the work and learn as you grow.
Thank you so much for your inspiration!
@DaphneVassalotti Daphne!!! Thanks so much :) great work on starting your channel. I just had a look at one of your videos, so much value in there. Just keep on pressing that record button and get better with every video you upload. Definitely upload a TH-cam banner and turn the comments section on to connect with your audience I reckon! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for your encouragement and advice especially about turning on the comments section.
I appreciate it!
This is so encouraging! Love all the comments, such a community, I'm a few weeks in and have 18 subscribers.. I'm quite pleased. My videos are guided breathing animations which is probably too niche. There's so much value here, thank you and good luck to everyone!! ❤
@@HappyBreathers sounds super interesting! Who knows ... make some more videos and keep an eye on each videos engagement!
Well done! I’m on the same journey in 2024 as you. I started my channel a month ago and I feel I’m finally doing what I always wanted to do.
@LauraMalvoyante wow one month ago and you are at 357 subs? Keep it up thats incredible growth! I feel the same way :)
Great video! I am an introvert as well although many people find it hard to believe as I love hanging out with my friends similar to you but after a certain period it gets draining and I need to recharge on my own similar to you. Keep up the videos and wish you success with your youtube channel. Great to see you're using a Canon R in the video as well I have the R6 and love Canon cameras :)
@sellervibes thank you! 🙏 introverts of the universe unite … individually at home where it’s safe haha 😜 I love Canon … been filming/photographing with Canon since the beginning of my journey.
Love seeing your joy and creativity expressed through this journey babe!
Love you, thanks for featuring in it haha 😜
You nailed the algorithm.
I am watching this from Finland and like to see new video makers and how they are building their channels in the beginning.
As a tech blogger I also like to see the gear behind the scenes so thank you for those shots and descriptions.
Keep up the energy and good luck to your YT journey 😊
Thanks so much @SamiLaakkonen, wow Finland! That’s so awesome do you know Teppo Haapoja? Haha he’s one of my fave TH-camrs! So nice to meet you.
@@BenDevery have watched Teppo and Matti but don't know them. I'm more in the blogging niche. Maybe I will start vlogging as well. Keep up the good work.
Ok wait... You now have over 1.5k subs! This is amazing
@Allyourtravels 😮💨 I know right!?
Mate, love how genuine you are in the video. I’m in Australia and am hopefully gonna make this a cracking year to get onto it with TH-cam 😅
@syafiqkusni My Auzzie brother. Gidday mate 🫡 I was secretly born in Mt Isa haha don’t tell anyone … I’d love to watch your journey. Keep me posted!
Thanks so much for honesty and sharing. I’m a 66 yo woman from rural Kentucky in the US who is starting a TH-cam channel. I felt very encouraged by you. Have a great day.
You are in paradise, you know.
@MyraHook no worries at all, thanks for watching and for the encouragement! All the best, let me know when you post that first video, would love to watch it.
Truly understand the feeling of sitting for 30 minutes in front of camera. It’s very uncomfortable but worth it. Congrats on hitting 500 subscribers!
@RunWithPhilip so many people have connected with this moment haha maybe I just post a whole video of sitting there awkwardly haha thanks for being here!
Thanks Ben. Great to hear the pov from a fellow introvert. Cheers and well done.
@bluewoodhandyman thank you 🙏
Im at 300 subs within 6 months,im encouraged ❤❤
Congrats on the commitment 🎉 glad to see it taking off now. Very inspirational 😁
@FindingFobbyo thank you! That makes two of us haha
I genuinely enjoyed this. My wife and I are discussing the idea of starting a channel to discuss our lives from dating to present day, our future goals and the plans to get there. We're both 42 and have lofty retirement goals and starting a channel may be something we can use for future income. Good luck on your journey!
@guitartonejournal that sounds so interesting! Go for it, I'd subscribe to that channel ;) just make sure you can post one video, per week about that topic or idea 👍consistency is the key.
@@BenDevery just looking at your comment and noticed you smashed 500 followers! Congrats!
Thank you! ☺️
Your video has been showing up consistently in my feed for the past day or so. I've almost clicked on it a couple of times, but finally did today. Most if not all of the folks watching this are either small TH-camrs or considering jumping in. We're the same. We started filming for our channel a year ago, and released our first video last July. It is definitely a journey that has transformed our lives and our focus. Thanks so much for the encouragement! This can be a hard road to take. There is so much to learn, and so many mistakes along the way. There's no way to put into words the frustration of spending 2 days editing a video and getting 5 views! All you can do is just realize that it sucks and try to get better. 🙂
@m2seacrew thanks so much for clicking! Love that this video is drawing small TH-camr or those considering it together. Congrats on starting a channel and posting content. So cool that you are getting out on adventures and documenting it! You live in an incredible part of the world. Totally feel you on the ups and downs of content creation ... i've made videos in the past that I thought were epic and very few people have watched them! Totally agree, learn from your mistakes, enjoy the highs and embrace the ride.
I am working on getting my first video recorded this week. Eeek. Thanks for posting this. You are fun to watch. Love it.
Yuss that’s awesome @susanirene2141 let me know when you have smashed that record button! I just followed my own advice also haha filmed a follow up to this video if you are interested!
I recently reached 200 subs, after uplaoding videos for almost 8 years, and have asked myself multiple times if I should bother doing this. Don't get me wrong, subs are great and I want to share my stories to as many as possible, but I make videos mostly because I like to. I'm not especially good at it, but I want to improve myself, being infront of camera, behind camera, telling stories, editing and the list goes one, and the only way to improve is to try and fail, and then try again. BTW, congrats on 1000 subs 🙂
@VeloViking try, learn from the mistakes, try again! Nothing is impossible :)
I just uploaded my first YT video today and it was a bold one 😅
Ben congrats on the 400 🎉 keep it up!
It really is uncomfortable to overcome, but when you do it’s so sooo rewarding 🤝🏻
@WillJCopp bro ... you were spitting some TRUTH in that latest video. Keep sharing your mind bro, you got this. Couldn't agree more.
@@BenDevery thank you so much man! Appreciate that! Likewise, looking forward to your content this year 🤝🏻
Hey, Hannes van Wyk from South Africa. TH-cam is hard, I have started to do TH-cam in 2013 and currently I stand at 263 subs, I am very happy for you and everyone who have made it and in a very short time. I am also glad to know that I am not alone. P.S. I subbed after watching the full video. Love your style.
Bro South Africa, that's amazing, i'd love to visit someday. TH-cam is hard but you can do it! Keep up the good work.
@@BenDevery I would love to host you and I would love to see NZ just once in my lifetime and experience the place, I wanted to move there, but couldn’t find a job there. I hope you have a great day.
@@BenDeveryhey 🎉 congratulations on passing 500, I am so proud of you. Whoop whoop.
@filmwithhannes who knows maybe one day our paths will cross! I actually can't believe how this video is tracking haha thank you!
Can’t wait for my 100❤ thank you for your advice❤
@Love_Affirmations333 keep going! One video at a time, one percent better with every upload. You are so welcome.
Hi Ben we just started our channel a l little over a month ago . I mainly did it for us to look back at our journey and say wow we have traveled everywhere ! This was one of the hardest things i have done in my life ( I’m a nurse Practitioner do i have done some pretty hard things ). I’m self conscious so it’s hard to put me in front of the camera lol. Our videos don’t get a lot of views that’s ok . We will be starting to change the way we film the videos to include us More lol wish us luck !! We really loved your video today. Thanks for the inspiration 😊
@Cruzencanadians well done! Im so jealous of travelling TH-camrs. What a great way of documenting your journey and sharing it with others. All the best with filming yourselves more, it really does get easier every time you do it! Wishing you luck from NZ. Thanks for the feedback!
Love it man! I just started my channel...I'm a wedding DJ and I have about 24 subscribers now. I'm so excited. Just liked and subscribed to your channel.
@bigtimeeventsdj how good! 👍 so cool that you are a DJ. Super jealous.
Great story mate! Currently on the journey with you. These small numbers mean the world 🙏🏻❤️
@reece.chapman bro ... I just checked out your channel. You are crazy talented! On the journey with YOU my guy.
I'm good with small numbers......Bank accounts...small......IQ...small.....Olympic metals....small...actually...I haven't bought any yet.
I’m only at 321 subs after an 8-month hiatus. I love TH-cam, and now I finally have the time again! Thanks for the encouragement, I wish you even more success!
@thehappyhomemaker2 welcome back! Its actually so fun to make videos ... especially now that people watch them haha. Thanks for your encouragment!
I'm right there with you on the trepidation of pressing record. VRA has been a big help, though! 2024 is the year to kick it into gear!
@FacelessAITech VRA … has taught me SO MUCH. Thanks for commenting!
Hey bro! Just to let you know this video reached Mexico City haha it got suggested on my homepage. I'm also on the "start" of my TH-cam journey and love seeing new creators. Sending you my best to the great Aotearoa
Hola! That’s so cool! Thanks for letting me know. Unreal what’s happening with this vid haha first time I’ve broken through like this. Love your channel and subtitles ;)
@@BenDevery my pleasure! Let’s keep it up 🙌
Hey there Mexico!
83 subscribers here. Video like this pushes me to keep going, and it feels like home knowing there are people out there just like me with common goals. God speed to us all.. 🙏 🫡
@Princewilltech keep getting after it bro, excited to see you grow!
I’m at 83 as well! Keep going! We got this!
I’m just impressed to see you have that many subscribers with only 2 videos- I think that’s an outstanding start. ✨
@@ValYOU-Pops Thanks a lot, really appreciate that.
@@Princewilltech definitely keep going!and if you need encouragement, that’s basically what my new channel is about. I deeply believe that the more of your authentic self that you share, the more success you’ll see 🙂. Especially in the upcoming age of ai- ai can perhaps keep replacing tasks, and even taskers if that’s all we’ve become, but the more human you are- that’s what can’t ever be replicated ✨
Also makes me so happy to see yalls home 🩵
Y’all’s? It’s yours too! Haha. Seriously though, come home to NZ ;)
Yes exactly!
I just started posting consistently. Took years but just decided.. TH-cam is also a great place for long form content which is what I've always wanted to make. Good video
@archivedfilms bro I just checked out your channel ... I love the cutaways and your b-roll is dope! Keep going bro!
@@BenDevery thank you! I really appreciate that
Love it man!! Good luck on your TH-cam journey. This is the best social platform by far 🙌
@timspisar bro. Are you for real?! Your filmmaking and storytelling is TOP SHELF. Along for the journey my man. You just inspired the crap out of me haha. Heres me literally sprinting out the door to buy a Sony A7slll ...
@@BenDevery ahahaha my man!! Thank you so much. I'm so glad you're feeling inspired man. I felt the same way after watching this. The A7Siii is a BEAST ahaha
@@timspisar no worries looking forward to seeing more from you my bro.
Hey Ben! Great video! I’m a fellow VRA Member (and introvert)! Encouraged to hear about your journey.
@MissionUplift hello! So cool meeting fellow VRA people 🫡 thanks so much for stopping by.
Looks like your trend research paid off! Congrats on all the views, great video!
@jansleyreal safe to say it has! Why do you think it takes off for some people and not others?
@@BenDevery Do you mean this video topic or youtube growth in general? Pertaining to the video topic, you have a good title, and you did a good job of teasing it in the intro. Plus you have a very authentic personality, and I know for me, I love seeing that in people.
@jansleyreal thanks so much for that feedback, means a lot!
Subscribed. currently in my journey to share tech reviews and become a tech creator.
Love this video
Well done Ben - On the same journey since 1.1.2024. Its a rollercoaster, but the personal development though.... Looking forward to the day videos will resemble the vision in my head, hehe. But its the phase everyone must go through I guess. That initial trial and error, mildly awkward cringy phase. Cheers for making this!
@LifeofBryn bro I totally feel you on that cringy awkward phase haha but that’s where the best learning takes place - keep going! 1% better with every upload
My favorite parts are when you break down cracking up at yourself and laughing 😂
Haha 🤣
AGREE!!! Hahahha!
(...so true...Great point Alexandra ! Have a great weekend )
You got a subscriber 🎉
Thanks Sonu 🙏
Here at 683… congratulations on passing 500 👏🏼
Honestly can't thank you enough @DSGQR. Thank you!
@@BenDevery happy to hear that my man.
I wish I had watched this video before starting my own faceless TH-cam channel! These tips are so helpful and would have saved me so much time and trial-and-error. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and experience, it's never too late to learn and improve as a content creator (I also found out that using a bit of Famester has leveled up my channel even more). Keep up the great work!!
@rasalresid9147 no worries at all thanks for watching! Faceless channels are a phenomenon to me, wish you all the best my friend! What is Famester?
You got this man! I recently started too, so I can tell you without a doubt that the subscribers will come! Each 100 subscribers comes faster than the previous 100. You’ve broken through the hard part already!
@TheJockeyBoxUSA feeling super energized by this comment. Thanks so much!
I've recently been uploading more videos on my TH-cam channel. I've switched from mostly software dev content (my profession) to videos around my artwork and software side projects. Still figuring out overall TH-cam goals, but am moving forward with 74 subs. Thanks for the encouragement and advice...look forward to seeing more of your content and excited to see you almost over 700!
@MichaelMaitlen thats awesome, keep it up man. One video at a time, one percent better with every upload. This video is blowing my mind, never dreamed it would reach this many people and I'd get to chat with so many content creator like yourself. So cool!
I can totally relate on so many levels! Including the fear of being on camera..😅
Love the insights you shared! Keep up the good work. 😃 And congrats on reaching over 2,000 subscribers.
I just started back on my channel. I was absent for a year. Growing steadily. I’m trying to think of more shorts to do.
@Mommyvisions well done! 👍 shorts 🩳 something that boggles my mind haha all the best!!
Im 3 mins in and had to say the timing is magic cos I just recorded my first video today but was too scared to post it! I’m off to listen to your advice now! ✨
@sarahandthewolf LOVE THIS. Can you let me know when you post it? Id love to see it.
@@BenDevery aw! Thank you. I will! I’m just editing out all the cringe first😆
@@sarahandthewolf haha leave a tiny bit in I reckon, I had lots of feedback people love to see authenticity!
@@BenDevery 😆 well, it can only get better I guess! I did the thing and posted it. ✨
@@sarahandthewolf Sarah … you are so inspiring. Your jewellery is BEAUTIFUL. I found your website - so cool. I would love to see a video of your ring creation process! Can’t wait to see your next video 🎉 love your pup! I have a Border Collie, maybe she will feature one day haha. Keep going! Liked and subscribed ❤
Great video Ben, thanks for sharing your journey and advice. Keep going and don't stop, your honesty will get you more than 10K subscribers in a matter of months! I just did! Thank you again and hopefully I wil start my own channel soon.
@silverfox69 thank you so much for these thoughts, it really does motivate me to keep on going. Cool! Let me know when you smash that upload button.
@@BenDevery Will do!
You got a new Aussie subscriber, is that close enough? Great video, dude. I totally get what you’re talking about. I got gun shy about making videos a few years ago. I had one quite popular video and have been nervous about backing it up for years. But it got me 2700 subs that I have done nothing with. You are sparking that inspiration again. Thanks man.
My Auzzie brother (I was born in Mt Isa haha don't tell anyone) thank you! Oh wow, im gonna go check that out thats so interesting! Glad to hear you are inspired. You have the subs, now just need the watch hours!
Love this. Introvert TH-cam is some of the best content. It's great to see people pushing beyond their comfort zones and I've definitely learned new skills along the way by doing this. It's a constant learning curve and it gives me an additional focus in my life. :)
@workinprogresssince1974 totally agree! Thanks for the encouragement. Amazing to see you are at 2.54k subs!
Nice one mate 😍
Thanks Brad, bro love what you are doing over on your channel. So cool. Keep crushing.
@@BenDevery thank you!
Boa Tarde and Namaskar from Portugal, You earned yourself a Another Introverted fellow Creator SUBSCRIBER....
@creativeleodaily PORTUGAL 🇵🇹 this has now officially blown my mind. Thank you so much!!!
"humble brag" Big up skinny king!
lol 😂
Not sure when you posted this but as of today 1,600 followers.
@ShakAttack_86 three weeks ago 😳
Well done mate - it's definitely difficult but keep at it, you're very good in front of the camera!
@WildernessAdventuresUK appreciate that encouragement! 🙏
You are crazy amazing! Keep growing! 🤩
@mindmystics I love comments like this haha thanks so much!
Shot Ben!!!
I can relate, TH-cam has changed my life too xx
@MelanieRaye thank you! So appreciate your support and for "buying me a coffee" you were the first ever to do this! Won't forget it. Keep YouTubing! It's fun seeing other kiwis make content!
Your video popped up on my homepage. I am so glad I clicked it, it's given me more inspiration to continue this journey on YT. THANK YOU! 🤗
Hi @biancalynn.diaries thanks so much! Just checked out your channel also. YOU are inspiring! Keep crushing.
@@BenDevery oh my gosh thank you! I cannot wait to see more of your videos!
You are welcome 🙏 Two more coming in the next two weeks!
Enjoy watching your videos from over here in the UK, Ben. I also own a Meteor 350, but look forward to watching your other non-motorcycle content too 🤟
Awesome, thank so much! How’s the Meteor ☄️ going? It’s winter here so getting cold 🥶
Here after 1K🎉 ❤️
So appreciate this ... @Thetruthwillsetyoufreee thank you!
Fellow creator. Congratulations. I feel the same way. I have gone to so many places I never dreamed of going. I started my channel to make some memories and also inspire others to get out and explore the AMAZING WORLD we live on. Nice to meet you. 🎉
Bro love the vibe of your channel so cool, you had me as soon as I knew you had a dog haha I have a Border Collie. Inspiring man! Hoping to see more of the world as opportunities present themselves. Nice to meet you too!
@@BenDevery thanks for stopping by! Border collies are really smart! Met a few of them along our walks. I try to bring ellie along as much as I can but other countries are out of the picture for now but we get excited when we meet them on our travels.
Love it
Thank you! 🙏
Hello VRA brother,
So excited this video is doing well for you!
@CallMeAllie so good to hear from you. How good is VRA, thanks for stopping by!!! 🫡
I’m in VRA as well - hello there!!
@@settleinwithsylvie nice one ☝️ hello!
Think media has helped me massively as well! The VRA master class they have is well worth it! Keep up the good work👍
@Joshfelty bro Im yet to dive into the master class ... need to hurry along and check it out! thanks bro.
Kia ora e hoa!
I’m Victoria, a Māori content creator from South Auckland. It’s amazing to see another kiwi putting themselves out there! Really enjoyed this video Ben. Thank you for further inspiring me to keep doing what I’m doing so far. Can’t wait to see what the future has install for both of us and our channels :)
Kia ora e hoa! Oh my word I'm so pumped to meet you. Following along with your journey @victoweya. Just liked and sub'd and watched your eating whatever I want video! Lol'd so many times watching your video ... Choc Bar ... thats my fave too! You are so inspiring, I love seeing Kiwi content. You are gonna CRUSH THIS. TH-cam LOVE'S these kinds of channels. I'm no guru but I do know a few things about TH-cam and there are some tweaks that I reckon will boost your views. Let me know if you would like to chat further! Do you follow @UceGang? His channel has some INCREDIBLE growth. Would love to meet you at some point if you are keen! Ngā mihi nui e hoa !
These editing skills 🔥
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Great Video Ben, enjoy watching your Journey. Can understand your nerves when vidoeing yourself. used to be like that but after years of filming myself signing i am now used to it. 🙂
Thanks John! Bro so much respect. 🫡
Go for it….I’m on the same path….
@mwdrum thank you! You have such an interesting channel - is that you playing the drums?! So talented.
I’ve messed about on here trying a few different things over the years, and I fully fell into the niche down trap!
This year I’m changing it all and creating videos about everything I enjoy doing. Just waiting on the new computer then I’m hitting the ground running!
well done on hitting record buddy! Keep up the journey ❤
@ryansroad22 sheesh yeah to niche down or not niche down thats a biggy. This is the first video breaking away from my niche and its blowing up like crazy ... so much to learn and think about! Thanks for being here.
Watching my man from Pakistan internet is crazy
@crazy4u744 Pakistan?! That is crazy! Thanks for watching. Hows life in Pakistan?
Saw this today as I was about to give up, thank you! I’m one of those people this inspired
@Mindstudent bro don't give up Paddy. You can do this, believe you in you. Do you add tags to your videos? I reckon it might help with the views!
Hi Ben. It took only this one video of yours for me to subscribe. That hardly ever happens and you're the first Kiwi I've ever subscribed to. I found you very genuine and inspiring. Cheers mate.
@datisalaee4693 oh wow thats so cool. Feeling super encouraged :) where are you from? Thanks for being here!
So proud of you ben!!!
Thanks Alé ❤️
Omg!!!! I needed this! I have a niche and I'm a pretty cool chick.. but I'm scared 😂😅
You do great on camera!
@MsLisa551 you can do it! First video is always the hardest. Let me know when you start ill watch it. Thanks for the compliment!
Cool. Great info. and sharing.
@uniquelines thank you, really appreciate you being here 🎉
Thank you so much for sharing! I've been wanting to do the same and get into posting videos, but the introverted and shy side of me have kept me from doing so.
@joooh you can do it! Just gotta press record, get that nervous energy out, stop, then try again :)
I haven’t put my face on here yet. 😂still posting anyway.
Nice one ☝️ being consistent is the key … preaching to myself here haha.
I'm close to 600 subs now,. Well done, your channel grew a bit in 2 weeks eheh 1.61k WOW. For me youtube keeps me motivating to keep playing guitar, I upload my covers as I'm learning, so that gives me a purpose to keep learning new stuff.
@littlewarcovers wow you are so talented! Wish I could play guitar like you (I'm a pianist). Good on you, keep posting and the views will come I'm sure of it!
@@BenDevery Thank you :) looking forward to see your new video later, can imagine how awesome it felt to see the views and subs you got ehehe take care