Your vlogs are so easy to watch, and I mean that in the best way. The way you edit, what you film and the conversations you have. It's all so enjoyable.
You shouldn’t feel like an imposter. You’re unique and people love your videos because of YOU! There are so many TH-camrs that just don’t keep my interest and I have come back to your videos so much recently!
Halfway through I wondered why I was watching this video, I don’t have the burning passion to be a influencer like you, but I realized I was watching because it was you. Your videos are so incredibly engaging and the way you talk abt these things makes me want to sit down and watch this. Some people do watch influencers for their content and not for who they are but I believe that almost everyone who enjoys what you do loves it because it’s coming from you😭😭
DAMNN i gotta say you are extremely relatable. I desperately wanted to be a youtuber when i was younger. I didn’t care about school at all and seeing people my age (or younger) being successful at doing youtube also made me extremely jealous. Plus i didn’t really grow up with a lot of money and seeing youtubers with expensive items made me feel terrible too. Everything you said about not being “interesting and not having the right personality” is basically the reason i never even tried becoming a youtuber. I gotta say, I don’t really know what im gonna do with my life… i guess we’ll see where life leads me😭😭 And i also want to say that i love the fact you’re VERY OPEN about these things, i don’t even feel like im watching a video, i feel like im your friend and sitting in your living room talking to you loll
So relatable, especially as someone who's also living in Japan. I watch your videos and support you because it's YOU, and because of your amazing, unique personality. Don't ever feel like you're an imposter❤☺
Hi. For me, authenticity is the key. I follow you because you're real - never fake. Your personality is you from your heart. Today, we're surrounded by so much fake everything that it's hard to know where to turn for a decent response and consistency. Yes, of course you do change. But you change because of your experiences and feedback from people, that are important to you. Not because someone bought your "soul." I know what I get when I watch your videos, and I dare say that I learn from you because I listen. Keep on talking from your heart and love yourself for the unik person you are.❤
If i’m being completely honest, I did originally find your channel bc of the whole “living in Japan” thing and was interested. But after that first video, I knew you was finna be my favorite TH-camr/tiktoker 😭. After that, I began watching you for your wonderful personality (and still do). I hate to hear about the impostor syndrome, and want you to know that you are doing so well, and thousands of people are proud of your hard work. Please don’t feel like you have to post videos about certain topics, because i guarantee that people will like the video whether it’s about that topic or not. Keep making my week better!!❤️❤️
Thank you for opening up your thoughts to us and being real. We here to support you. I hope you won't be like other content creators who would do stupid and hurtful things to others just for the views. You good and we love you too. You got this!💟
Thank you for opening up about this 💞 what I realize is, you could get viral over night , but being able to sustain it for a long period of time is what TURLY MATTERS. Ryan, even me as an influencer, we haven’t been doing this for even a year yet! It’s true we gotta be patience and be willing to work for no investment until one day we’ll see our investments. We gotta roll with the punches and keep doing this for the sole purpose of the joy, fun, and feeling good. 💞 I see you’re going to be huge very soon just keep being you and enjoy the ride ✨ you’re enough ❤
Even though I’m 33, I found really interesting and refreshing what you, a 21 guy living in Japan, have to say. I should be honest that I started following and watching because the content about Japan, but then I realize I started just enjoying everything you wanted to show and speak about just because the way you do it. So keep on working being this real and honest you, because I know much people is here because of that. BTW, I’m watching from Costa Rica. 👋
I love how every one of your videos feels like a FaceTime call with a really close friend! I subscribed because of YOU ryan, and I'm sure the majority of your subs/followers could say the same. Please just keep doing what makes you comfortable and happiest and I'm sure more people will come to be drawn to your authenticity
This is so relatable ❤ I just moved to Japan in the beginning of May. I have already spent the last year working on my TH-cam full time and not seeing massive results. My “niche” is beauty/make up and I’ve been struggling so much with how to incorporate Japan with that. I’m only here for a year and I realise being in such a beautiful, interesting country is such an amazing opportunity not only for myself but for my content. That being said I can’t centre my entire content around Japan because I’ll lose all my viewers when I go home to the Uk next year. It’s something that I am still struggling with and like Ryan said I love content creation, it’s something I’m so passionate about. Thank you Ryan for putting my feelings into words ❤
i know i'm 6 months late to the convo but i'm in the exact same boat as you!! in japan for 1 year and my content does well enough, but i'm worried when i go back home to aus in a year's time that i'll lose my viewers
You're doing amazing sweetie!! ❤I genuinely enjoy watching your content both on TikTok and TH-cam. I think you come off as authenticly real and honestly just a comfort vibe cause your not overtly over the top your engaging enough on your own terms.
i usually hate long videos like this but i literally sat the whole 30 mins, you’re so entertaining & fun and it’s just easy to hear u talk love u ryan!
There's a lot of "influencers" in Japan right now, like really a lot, so for you to blow up like that says something. I started following you because of Japan but stayed because of you. Also I feel like it's okay for you to stop and think about stuff, not everyone is automatic and speaks 24/7 and that's okay. Not everyone is the same
Why do you think you don't have the personality?!!! Stop that negative self talk. You are frigging hilarious, adorable, relatable, REAL and a joy to watch. ❤
Thank you for this…. Was feeling discouraged cause I’m older and trying my best to just grow on twitch. I needed this video and I’m grateful you were so honest about your journey. 💜
OMG a 30 minute video your actually AMAZING!! also I fully support actually I think we ALL support you for posting this its really helpful for me because im very passionate abt becoming a creator on yt ect. (I hope you are feeling okay ryan we love you
that’s crazy how your peers are getting brand deals and you’re not, even if it’s a different niche etc. being a content creator is still new so i wish everyone could be more open about it! the more money creators make means the more brands will invest and the creator economy grows as welll 😭 hearing you say all this is crazy though bc i definitely remember you blowing up and i was jealous too! so thank you for being honest and sharing your genuine experience. as a small content creator in japan myself, im still figuring out how this all works but i really do hope my future peers will be more willing to share info. would love for the japan creator network to be more open to sharing and collaborating on this in the future :’) all the best ryan! rooting for ya ❤
You are just so interesting & relatable, no one wants to watch someone who pretends to be this or that, people in general just want to watch someone who feels like a friend. Also, I think you're so funny, I don't know why you though you weren't funny enough 🥲😂 keep going, you're doing so well! (But take it easy so you don't have a burnout)
@1Skorpia it gets really old when you watch youtubers do hella unrelatable things 😂 I rather watch someone talk about their Starbucks being down the road than someone who's like "I just bought a handbag for 7267293737 dollars y'all "
15:00 I think this is something a lot of creators struggle with more than anything else. WHY people like them. Most of the people I watch on TH-cam are game reviewers. When they get burnt out, a lot of them feel obligated to ask their audience what sort of stuff they would like them to do. I feel like they always forget that the reason we watch them is because of THEM, not what they're doing. Content creators, especially on TH-cam and TikTok I feel above all else, feel tied down to making the same content that made them successful in the first place. A person may watch once just to see what you're doing, but a fan will stay because they like you and your personality, which I think is ultimately the sort of people who you want staying by for the long run anyways. People who like you for you. I like you because you seem chill, laid back, open minded and always down to do silly goofy things. Seeing Japan, somewhere I'm not familiar with in the slightest and how their customary norms are a total 180 degree difference from where I'm from (Canada) is just icing on top of the cupcake. I watch cause a person I think is cool is doing stuff I'll probably never get to experience! TLDR Ryan is cool cause hes cool, don't forget we like you cause ur cool and u make cool stuff go ryan go ok cool goodbye
I think a slow burn growth has gained you true genuine fans who will ride with you for the long haul! The influencers who crash and burn sell us stuff and then fall into controversy. I appreciate your videos and yes signed up for the whole "Japan is crazy!" thing but here I am now watching a 30 minute video about your feelings and I'm still engaged!
Hi Ryan, I know you will probably never read this, but I just wanted to let you know that even if most of your followers started to watch your videos because of the fact that you live in Japan, afterwards it becomes pleasant to watch your videos not only because of your contente but also because of YOU. As a personal experience it is so relaxing listening to you talking or complaining about things, it literally boosts everybody’s humor and gives a smile on our faces. Your videos have always and will always be the best way to escape from my hard times and reality. Love u💕
ur one of the only ppl on TH-cam that keeps me engaged throughout the entire vid. Usually with other ppl I get distracted and I’ll go on other apps but with you I watch the whole vid without clicking off. you’re not boring you have a very authentic way of speaking and I loved this vid !!
I first started following you after the video of you living in your other house and like bumping your head upstairs or sum idk but after that I became very interested in your videos cus you talked about Japan and I always wanted to go to Japan and knowing you did this while ur so young is very impressive! It’s something that makes you you cus you don’t see a lot of people so young moving to another country BY THEMSELVES! So I just wanted to say that I always enjoyed your videos in Japan. It’s just so cool!
i personally watch your videos for you beacuse you have an easy going and relatable personality, ure geniunely i who i wanna be when i grow up beacuse im feeling the same feelings like you like i dont wanna stay in my small hometown beacuse im just gonna graduate and get a 9-5 and that really hurts me thinking that if i worked harder i couldve been on the same level as you. even if your engagment and followers go down(i seriously hope they dont) i will keep watching you beacuse you motivate me to work harder so i could maybe live a life like you and also youre just someone i aspire to be like beacuse youre such a nice person and geniunely are about the people who watch your content. ik this is a long comment but if you do read it thank uu
omg are we the same person, I literally relate with everything your saying, down to the desire to be a youtuber yet not feeling i’m enough, and I also struggle with my life plan each day although having a full plan just to calm me down, I also am currently working really hard to get into university so i can take the year abroad to korea and make videos there just like yours! And it’s crazy that you feel jealous when you be one of the main people i’m jealous of 😭 your in japan you have your own place you have a cat and a platform and seem to be living my dream 😭 i’m at your square one in my little home down in the uk sad as hell craving a life like yours, 😭 idk maybe it’ll help to see your seen in the eyes of who ur jealous of and idk seeing people relate might make you feel better, the more i listen to it’s crazy how much i relate i’m wondering what the hell my story is gonna look like , ❤
The funny thing is that you actually inspired me to speak fluently while I film something or just tell someone a long story (especially in English, since it’s not my first language). You’re really good in it in my eyes and I enjoy listening to you!
i cannot explain how much i can relate to what you said in this video like it’s so crazy how relatable you can be. honestly i’m so proud that you have made it this far and how true you are on what you say. it really motivates me to pursue my dream. anyway im so proud of how far you have come and how much work you put into making it here.
I think your aesthetic is way better than all these clean girls I see it so basic and yours is so unique and down to earth I think eventually you'll be where you need to be love keep moving forward your amazing and I love your videos they're so calming and amazing!!!!! (:
Love this format. Can't believe I sat here and watched/listened you talking for 40 mins, it felt like a 5 mins vent. I'll 100% keep watching your content no matter Japan, Usa, or wherever. Trust me, us, the "audience", can understand when someone doesn't care about their followers or doesn't care about what they're doing, buy you sound like a friend, real and very genuine. So keep walking this path and don't forget to live your life staying true to yourself, finding a balance between social media and real world. The rest will follow
I’m a micro influencer on instagram. What I’ve learned, growing my audience by myself and doing all of my own promo and cold calling companies for brand deals - it doesn’t matter how many followers you have. As you said, having a lot of followers and high engagement is awesome, but the real money comes from sponsorships, and the way you get sponsorships is dialing in your niche (and making good, consistent content etc). That’s exactly why some creators don’t have as big of a following but they make good money. They’ve figured out their niche, and that’s what brands want.
youre literallly my favourite youtouber!! you inspired me to learn japanese and to move to japan when i will be adult!! your videos are so good to watch and everyday i am cheking have you posted something new!! love ya :D
I think you are being too hard on yourself. For me personally your personality is one of the main reasons I follow you. I’m really into Japan at the minute and hope to visit so I’ve been watching various TH-camrs. There are so many I could watch but I chose you. This should tell you something. I love your honesty especially when you are not feeling up to filming or struggling with anxiety or so tired because I can relate to feeling these things myself. Also you are so bloody funny! I’ve watched a few people from startup and one thing they have in common is imposter syndrome! Just be yourself and the rest will follow. New opportunities will show there self over time. If your are having a tough time or struggling with anything there’s plenty of us out here to pick you up and brush you off. You’ve got this ❤ Edit: Contact Starbucks. They OWE you a band deal lol. Seriously though it may be worth contacting them in US or other brands. Maybe contact US TH-camrs in Japan to ask how they get deals.
Hey Ryan!I don't usually comment on youtube videos but I wanted to say that I really enjoy your videos so pls continue!!And I relate to you a lot when you said that you get somewhat jealous when you watch other succesful ppl in areas you want to be succesful but feel inadequate.
the part where you said that you feel like you don't have the personality to do this sometimes nd how badly you've wanted this my jaw physically dropped bc you put into words how I've always felt. I'm 19 and going to school for nursing and the overwhelming fear and hate for myself I know i'll have if I don't try with social media like GENUINELY TRY is unimaginable and I have this blind confidence that if I TRY I know I could do this. and that's why I finally stopped caring and started to post videos after like 15 years - you worded it better than I ever could
i don't really make content myself but it's something i've wanted to do since i was young too. it's hard not to get discouraged especially when you realize that a lot of streamers you might recognize now have actually been streaming for 3+ years... and the same goes for youtubers as a perfectionist it kills me when i work so hard to make something only to get disappointed with the feedback, then i end up pinning it on me not doing good enough. then when i do well i get extremely anxious thinking about how i could possibly top my best. it seems so stressful but i imagine every content creator has similar struggles and that they just end up finding their own ways to cope. i cant even stand looking at my likes and followers on social media sometimes because it bothers me so much, so i purposefully dont look at numbers anymore so i dont equate specific things i post to the amount of engagement i get (even though that is kinda true)
Ryan personally your first TikTok that I watched was about an outfit you were questioning. I didn't realize until later you were in Japan. Regardless or your location or your looks, i watch your content because of you. You have a certain charisma that is very appealing. Don't doubt yourself. And I LOVE Dote!
imo the best influencers are the ones that are just theirselves they are completely real to the camera & unapologetic to the haters idk i just love it 🫶 never doubt urself, i love your videos!
I remember when I first found ur TikTok from that one vid that went viral And Iitterally started binge watching all ur vids cuz I immediately loved ur content and u as a person.
It’s rare that I follow people, especially on Tik Tok, but I follow because you are you and someone I want to see what’s going on in their lives day to day. Keep up the good work!
Ryan I can confidently say that I love your personality, it's what keeps me watching your videos.I like your whole vibe, please keep going we'll be all here to support YOU. :)
Omg ☺️ I just wanted to say you really are amazing, and you have everything going for you just take step after stepped you are loved for you I promise. Every video you make makes me feel enveloped in your caring energy and I feel safe like you are a genuine person. And you deserve everything that you want! 🙂💖🌉✨️ I love your channel so much sending you all the love ❤️
I watch a lot of car TH-camrs because thats my passion but at the end of the day I LOVE your channel. I was literally telling my husband the other day how much I love your personality and I wish to meet you one day. You’re so NOT an imposter! You’re so real and let your personality shine through and thats why I feel I connect with your channel the most. Your content and personality literally are a stress reliever for me, like my therapy. You’re seriously the best ❤
You are genuine. That's why I watch you. Like, take the video of your first time in Kyoto for example- that was a big nothing burger content wise, but you are just so much fun to watch, so even when you were basically like "I stayed inside", it was fun to watch.
This is so relatable, I want to do so much with my life but I just don't have the guts to do it. This make me realize that I need to try the things that I want to do with my life or I will regret it.
I can totallly relate to some of the things that you mentioned in the video! Just know that there are people who feel the same way and you are such an inspiration to them (including me). I find you totally entertaining so just keep being you and it really will get better.
every time u said u didn't think u were interesting i kinda wanted to throw hands bc thats the whole reason i watch u 😆 u could be in the middle of nowhere vlogging abt the weather and i'd still find it interesting! have more faith and pride in yourself, u've definitely put the work in. i only wish the best 4 u now&in the future
your so real ily for that i love how open and normal you are that’s what keeps me coming back to your channel. i hate youtubers that are over the top extremists and loud, your so laid back and that’s the type of personality i love to see. although you might not seem so ‘laid back’ because of all the worries you have with your life and college and what comes in your future but you really are so fit for a content creator and i will be supporting you for however long you decide to do social media. love u sm ryry ☹️
dudes personality is literally so fun n chill n like intresting n stuff n like hearing that he dont think so for the majority of time rlly makes me sad :/
i cannot stand very long videos , i literally start to do anything but watch something that is over 10 mins but here i am watching you talk for 34 minutes straight, your videos are so so engaging fr like i just get mesmerised by how natural you are in this channel. Keep going, you are definetly made for this, lots of love from spain!!!
I feel the same way I recently decided college was not for me. I really wanna travel the world and experience cultures and languages. My passion I believe is in enjoying life outside your own country!
This video was a huge help to me to be honest because I also have a similar dream and similar thoughts to you so honestly this is a huge reality check before i start anything on social media so thank you very much and keep up the good work ☺
Ryan you are such a breath of fresh air! Your videos did come to my FYP because of Japan but I stayed and subbed on YT because you are so funny, entertaining, and relatable. And although I agree that you should not compare yourself to anyone, I think it’s funny that you brought up Emma because I was literally thinking to myself the other day that you remind me of Emma in her peak YT days. I know you have big things coming your way. Keep it up! And btw Dote is so cute 🥰
ryan! i love your personality and that makes it so easy for me to watch u. u are unique but in like a relatable way. regardless of the content u put out, its u as to why ill watch (:
Imposter syndrome is a real struggle in daily life and especially on social media when you see your channel grow, glad you’re still putting out content and keep going❤
I feel the same as you. I’ve wanted to hit it big on TikTok. I’ve gone viral a few times on there but I don’t think my personality is what people are looking for and it’s hard.
It’s sooooo relatable about personality part, like I feel the same I grow up with few friends cold parents and tons of social media options, end up interested in nothing but consuming all these entertainment shit, and always feel bad about it ❤ Ryan you doesn’t need to have a funny personality to be loved or successful many influencers out there just same they’re not that different
This was so oddly comforting because on a smaller scale i can relate and as i watched i found myself validating what you're saying and simultaneously feeling reassured
id like to take this video as my final sign for me to start my yt chanel since i, too, have been dreaming of starting my own yt chanel for so long i cant even remember.
Ryan I never thought I'd actually end up having a favorite TH-camr like.. EVER and the only reason I watch you is because YOU are YOU and your personality attracted me to your content. I saw ur tiktoks first and I was like "omg he makes such good videos and he's really funny" and I REALLY wanted longer content from you because how fun you were and are to watch and listen and I found out from tiktok that you had a TH-cam channel and I was sooo happy istgg also whenever you posted I'd literally stop everything I'd be doing and I still do so lmaoo but honestly what attracted me to watch you and your content was your personality cause I understand how bad it is to be insecure ab that. Like.. you thought like what if others don't like my personality and stuff and I completely understand you from that. What attracted me to ur content was personality and just YOU as a person bc I lovee ur personality and I think were kind of the same with that❤keep doing what you love Ryan. Honestly.
I don't know how to put in words my feelings or thoughts rn, but I just want to say I appreciate that you made this video. Like FR APPRECIATE IT!! I love your videos, especially your personality and how real you are. I hope you the best and waiting for you to grow more and bigger in this path(industry?) *sorry for my grammar. I hope you get what I mean*
Ryan, I started watching because of you being in Japan. I found you on TH-cam because I don't use TikTok. Anyway, you converted me to watching you for you pretty quick. You are valid and you have what it takes. Keep at it
Just few months into my TH-cam career, I got a viral moment on one of my TH-cam videos, just when I’m still figuring things out, it was so stressful living up the that video, cos I’m constantly thinking how to make more similar videos, in the end I lost the moment because I have no clue how this industry works, now I’m starting all over again You’re totally relatable, and I watch your videos because of you… you have a huge personality and your videos are so easy to watch
Your vlogs are so easy to watch, and I mean that in the best way. The way you edit, what you film and the conversations you have. It's all so enjoyable.
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You shouldn’t feel like an imposter. You’re unique and people love your videos because of YOU! There are so many TH-camrs that just don’t keep my interest and I have come back to your videos so much recently!
Halfway through I wondered why I was watching this video, I don’t have the burning passion to be a influencer like you, but I realized I was watching because it was you. Your videos are so incredibly engaging and the way you talk abt these things makes me want to sit down and watch this. Some people do watch influencers for their content and not for who they are but I believe that almost everyone who enjoys what you do loves it because it’s coming from you😭😭
DAMNN i gotta say you are extremely relatable. I desperately wanted to be a youtuber when i was younger. I didn’t care about school at all and seeing people my age (or younger) being successful at doing youtube also made me extremely jealous. Plus i didn’t really grow up with a lot of money and seeing youtubers with expensive items made me feel terrible too. Everything you said about not being “interesting and not having the right personality” is basically the reason i never even tried becoming a youtuber. I gotta say, I don’t really know what im gonna do with my life… i guess we’ll see where life leads me😭😭 And i also want to say that i love the fact you’re VERY OPEN about these things, i don’t even feel like im watching a video, i feel like im your friend and sitting in your living room talking to you loll
Everything you just said I relate to. Good luck from another person who doesn’t know what they’re doing with their life 😭❤️
So relatable, especially as someone who's also living in Japan. I watch your videos and support you because it's YOU, and because of your amazing, unique personality. Don't ever feel like you're an imposter❤☺
Hi. For me, authenticity is the key. I follow you because you're real - never fake. Your personality is you from your heart. Today, we're surrounded by so much fake everything that it's hard to know where to turn for a decent response and consistency. Yes, of course you do change. But you change because of your experiences and feedback from people, that are important to you. Not because someone bought your "soul."
I know what I get when I watch your videos, and I dare say that I learn from you because I listen. Keep on talking from your heart and love yourself for the unik person you are.❤
If i’m being completely honest, I did originally find your channel bc of the whole “living in Japan” thing and was interested. But after that first video, I knew you was finna be my favorite TH-camr/tiktoker 😭. After that, I began watching you for your wonderful personality (and still do). I hate to hear about the impostor syndrome, and want you to know that you are doing so well, and thousands of people are proud of your hard work. Please don’t feel like you have to post videos about certain topics, because i guarantee that people will like the video whether it’s about that topic or not. Keep making my week better!!❤️❤️
Thank you for opening up your thoughts to us and being real. We here to support you. I hope you won't be like other content creators who would do stupid and hurtful things to others just for the views. You good and we love you too. You got this!💟
Thank you for opening up about this 💞 what I realize is, you could get viral over night , but being able to sustain it for a long period of time is what TURLY MATTERS. Ryan, even me as an influencer, we haven’t been doing this for even a year yet! It’s true we gotta be patience and be willing to work for no investment until one day we’ll see our investments. We gotta roll with the punches and keep doing this for the sole purpose of the joy, fun, and feeling good. 💞 I see you’re going to be huge very soon just keep being you and enjoy the ride ✨ you’re enough ❤
Even though I’m 33, I found really interesting and refreshing what you, a 21 guy living in Japan, have to say. I should be honest that I started following and watching because the content about Japan, but then I realize I started just enjoying everything you wanted to show and speak about just because the way you do it. So keep on working being this real and honest you, because I know much people is here because of that. BTW, I’m watching from Costa Rica. 👋
I love how every one of your videos feels like a FaceTime call with a really close friend! I subscribed because of YOU ryan, and I'm sure the majority of your subs/followers could say the same. Please just keep doing what makes you comfortable and happiest and I'm sure more people will come to be drawn to your authenticity
You are worth more than a degree!!! Thank you Ryan because I’ve wanted to be an influencer for a long ass time so I need to get my shit together!!!!
This is so relatable ❤ I just moved to Japan in the beginning of May. I have already spent the last year working on my TH-cam full time and not seeing massive results. My “niche” is beauty/make up and I’ve been struggling so much with how to incorporate Japan with that. I’m only here for a year and I realise being in such a beautiful, interesting country is such an amazing opportunity not only for myself but for my content. That being said I can’t centre my entire content around Japan because I’ll lose all my viewers when I go home to the Uk next year. It’s something that I am still struggling with and like Ryan said I love content creation, it’s something I’m so passionate about. Thank you Ryan for putting my feelings into words ❤
i know i'm 6 months late to the convo but i'm in the exact same boat as you!! in japan for 1 year and my content does well enough, but i'm worried when i go back home to aus in a year's time that i'll lose my viewers
@@cassiedakota if I’ve learnt anything it’s just post what makes you happy and people will always watch 🥰
I really appreciate you talking about jealousy so openly as I think it’s something that’s often shushed…
You're doing amazing sweetie!! ❤I genuinely enjoy watching your content both on TikTok and TH-cam. I think you come off as authenticly real and honestly just a comfort vibe cause your not overtly over the top your engaging enough on your own terms.
i usually hate long videos like this but i literally sat the whole 30 mins, you’re so entertaining & fun and it’s just easy to hear u talk
love u ryan!
Yess same, for me it didnt feel like 30min at all
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There's a lot of "influencers" in Japan right now, like really a lot, so for you to blow up like that says something. I started following you because of Japan but stayed because of you. Also I feel like it's okay for you to stop and think about stuff, not everyone is automatic and speaks 24/7 and that's okay. Not everyone is the same
Why do you think you don't have the personality?!!! Stop that negative self talk. You are frigging hilarious, adorable, relatable, REAL and a joy to watch. ❤
Thank you for this…. Was feeling discouraged cause I’m older and trying my best to just grow on twitch. I needed this video and I’m grateful you were so honest about your journey. 💜
OMG a 30 minute video your actually AMAZING!! also I fully support actually I think we ALL support you for posting this its really helpful for me because im very passionate abt becoming a creator on yt ect.
(I hope you are feeling okay ryan we love you
you are a fucking angel for making a half an hour video 🫡
oh i was waiting for this video id love more podcast type of videos from you along with your other short videos
that’s crazy how your peers are getting brand deals and you’re not, even if it’s a different niche etc. being a content creator is still new so i wish everyone could be more open about it! the more money creators make means the more brands will invest and the creator economy grows as welll 😭
hearing you say all this is crazy though bc i definitely remember you blowing up and i was jealous too! so thank you for being honest and sharing your genuine experience. as a small content creator in japan myself, im still figuring out how this all works but i really do hope my future peers will be more willing to share info. would love for the japan creator network to be more open to sharing and collaborating on this in the future :’)
all the best ryan! rooting for ya ❤
You are just so interesting & relatable, no one wants to watch someone who pretends to be this or that, people in general just want to watch someone who feels like a friend. Also, I think you're so funny, I don't know why you though you weren't funny enough 🥲😂 keep going, you're doing so well! (But take it easy so you don't have a burnout)
Nailed it. Hes relateable- the attitude is everything. Hes such a vibe😊
@1Skorpia it gets really old when you watch youtubers do hella unrelatable things 😂 I rather watch someone talk about their Starbucks being down the road than someone who's like "I just bought a handbag for 7267293737 dollars y'all "
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I think this is something a lot of creators struggle with more than anything else. WHY people like them. Most of the people I watch on TH-cam are game reviewers. When they get burnt out, a lot of them feel obligated to ask their audience what sort of stuff they would like them to do. I feel like they always forget that the reason we watch them is because of THEM, not what they're doing.
Content creators, especially on TH-cam and TikTok I feel above all else, feel tied down to making the same content that made them successful in the first place. A person may watch once just to see what you're doing, but a fan will stay because they like you and your personality, which I think is ultimately the sort of people who you want staying by for the long run anyways. People who like you for you.
I like you because you seem chill, laid back, open minded and always down to do silly goofy things. Seeing Japan, somewhere I'm not familiar with in the slightest and how their customary norms are a total 180 degree difference from where I'm from (Canada) is just icing on top of the cupcake. I watch cause a person I think is cool is doing stuff I'll probably never get to experience!
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Ryan is cool cause hes cool, don't forget we like you cause ur cool and u make cool stuff go ryan go ok cool goodbye
I think a slow burn growth has gained you true genuine fans who will ride with you for the long haul! The influencers who crash and burn sell us stuff and then fall into controversy. I appreciate your videos and yes signed up for the whole "Japan is crazy!" thing but here I am now watching a 30 minute video about your feelings and I'm still engaged!
you’re one of my favorite youtubers, you’re so fun and easy to watch! you’re doing great and have a bunch of amazing supporters ❤️
Hi Ryan, I know you will probably never read this, but I just wanted to let you know that even if most of your followers started to watch your videos because of the fact that you live in Japan, afterwards it becomes pleasant to watch your videos not only because of your contente but also because of YOU. As a personal experience it is so relaxing listening to you talking or complaining about things, it literally boosts everybody’s humor and gives a smile on our faces. Your videos have always and will always be the best way to escape from my hard times and reality.
Love u💕
ur one of the only ppl on TH-cam that keeps me engaged throughout the entire vid. Usually with other ppl I get distracted and I’ll go on other apps but with you I watch the whole vid without clicking off. you’re not boring you have a very authentic way of speaking and I loved this vid !!
Ur vibe is so calming idk why
I first started following you after the video of you living in your other house and like bumping your head upstairs or sum idk but after that I became very interested in your videos cus you talked about Japan and I always wanted to go to Japan and knowing you did this while ur so young is very impressive! It’s something that makes you you cus you don’t see a lot of people so young moving to another country BY THEMSELVES! So I just wanted to say that I always enjoyed your videos in Japan. It’s just so cool!
i personally watch your videos for you beacuse you have an easy going and relatable personality, ure geniunely i who i wanna be when i grow up beacuse im feeling the same feelings like you like i dont wanna stay in my small hometown beacuse im just gonna graduate and get a 9-5 and that really hurts me thinking that if i worked harder i couldve been on the same level as you. even if your engagment and followers go down(i seriously hope they dont) i will keep watching you beacuse you motivate me to work harder so i could maybe live a life like you and also youre just someone i aspire to be like beacuse youre such a nice person and geniunely are about the people who watch your content. ik this is a long comment but if you do read it thank uu
omg are we the same person, I literally relate with everything your saying, down to the desire to be a youtuber yet not feeling i’m enough, and I also struggle with my life plan each day although having a full plan just to calm me down, I also am currently working really hard to get into university so i can take the year abroad to korea and make videos there just like yours! And it’s crazy that you feel jealous when you be one of the main people i’m jealous of 😭 your in japan you have your own place you have a cat and a platform and seem to be living my dream 😭 i’m at your square one in my little home down in the uk sad as hell craving a life like yours, 😭 idk maybe it’ll help to see your seen in the eyes of who ur jealous of and idk seeing people relate might make you feel better, the more i listen to it’s crazy how much i relate i’m wondering what the hell my story is gonna look like , ❤
I haven't watched the video yet, but i'm so excited bc it's 34 minutes
ryan i TOTALLY understand where your coming from, you are such a fun and amazing person and I look up to you a lot
The funny thing is that you actually inspired me to speak fluently while I film something or just tell someone a long story (especially in English, since it’s not my first language). You’re really good in it in my eyes and I enjoy listening to you!
i cannot explain how much i can relate to what you said in this video like it’s so crazy how relatable you can be. honestly i’m so proud that you have made it this far and how true you are on what you say. it really motivates me to pursue my dream. anyway im so proud of how far you have come and how much work you put into making it here.
this is the most relatable thing ever. i always felt horrible for being jealous of rich youtubers like alisha marie, emma, etc. i feel so less alone
I think your aesthetic is way better than all these clean girls I see it so basic and yours is so unique and down to earth I think eventually you'll be where you need to be love keep moving forward your amazing and I love your videos they're so calming and amazing!!!!! (:
Love this format. Can't believe I sat here and watched/listened you talking for 40 mins, it felt like a 5 mins vent. I'll 100% keep watching your content no matter Japan, Usa, or wherever. Trust me, us, the "audience", can understand when someone doesn't care about their followers or doesn't care about what they're doing, buy you sound like a friend, real and very genuine. So keep walking this path and don't forget to live your life staying true to yourself, finding a balance between social media and real world. The rest will follow
I’m a micro influencer on instagram. What I’ve learned, growing my audience by myself and doing all of my own promo and cold calling companies for brand deals - it doesn’t matter how many followers you have. As you said, having a lot of followers and high engagement is awesome, but the real money comes from sponsorships, and the way you get sponsorships is dialing in your niche (and making good, consistent content etc). That’s exactly why some creators don’t have as big of a following but they make good money. They’ve figured out their niche, and that’s what brands want.
youre literallly my favourite youtouber!! you inspired me to learn japanese and to move to japan when i will be adult!! your videos are so good to watch and everyday i am cheking have you posted something new!! love ya :D
30 minutes OKKK I'm so proud of Ryan 😢 (also its cool to see the uncut ryan)
I think you are being too hard on yourself. For me personally your personality is one of the main reasons I follow you. I’m really into Japan at the minute and hope to visit so I’ve been watching various TH-camrs. There are so many I could watch but I chose you. This should tell you something. I love your honesty especially when you are not feeling up to filming or struggling with anxiety or so tired because I can relate to feeling these things myself. Also you are so bloody funny! I’ve watched a few people from startup and one thing they have in common is imposter syndrome! Just be yourself and the rest will follow. New opportunities will show there self over time. If your are having a tough time or struggling with anything there’s plenty of us out here to pick you up and brush you off. You’ve got this ❤
Edit: Contact Starbucks. They OWE you a band deal lol. Seriously though it may be worth contacting them in US or other brands. Maybe contact US TH-camrs in Japan to ask how they get deals.
Hey Ryan!I don't usually comment on youtube videos but I wanted to say that I really enjoy your videos so pls continue!!And I relate to you a lot when you said that you get somewhat jealous when you watch other succesful ppl in areas you want to be succesful but feel inadequate.
BABE WAKE UP RYAN POSTED!!!!!!
You’re so authentic and that’s why we fucking love u
the part where you said that you feel like you don't have the personality to do this sometimes nd how badly you've wanted this my jaw physically dropped bc you put into words how I've always felt. I'm 19 and going to school for nursing and the overwhelming fear and hate for myself I know i'll have if I don't try with social media like GENUINELY TRY is unimaginable and I have this blind confidence that if I TRY I know I could do this. and that's why I finally stopped caring and started to post videos after like 15 years - you worded it better than I ever could
i don't really make content myself but it's something i've wanted to do since i was young too. it's hard not to get discouraged especially when you realize that a lot of streamers you might recognize now have actually been streaming for 3+ years... and the same goes for youtubers
as a perfectionist it kills me when i work so hard to make something only to get disappointed with the feedback, then i end up pinning it on me not doing good enough. then when i do well i get extremely anxious thinking about how i could possibly top my best. it seems so stressful but i imagine every content creator has similar struggles and that they just end up finding their own ways to cope. i cant even stand looking at my likes and followers on social media sometimes because it bothers me so much, so i purposefully dont look at numbers anymore so i dont equate specific things i post to the amount of engagement i get (even though that is kinda true)
Ryan personally your first TikTok that I watched was about an outfit you were questioning. I didn't realize until later you were in Japan. Regardless or your location or your looks, i watch your content because of you. You have a certain charisma that is very appealing. Don't doubt yourself. And I LOVE Dote!
I do honestly enjoy u as a person, u have a comfortable aura. u edit ur vids well.
imo the best influencers are the ones that are just theirselves they are completely real to the camera & unapologetic to the haters idk i just love it 🫶 never doubt urself, i love your videos!
I remember when I first found ur TikTok from that one vid that went viral And Iitterally started binge watching all ur vids cuz I immediately loved ur content and u as a person.
No, ryan, idk what is it about you like your intonation, volume, speed & choices of speaking/words are so clear and easy to digest/hear.
It’s rare that I follow people, especially on Tik Tok, but I follow because you are you and someone I want to see what’s going on in their lives day to day. Keep up the good work!
i love your content, not because of where you live or how often you post. i’m here to see you thrive an ur amazing outfits too omg
Ryan I can confidently say that I love your personality, it's what keeps me watching your videos.I like your whole vibe, please keep going we'll be all here to support YOU. :)
I love rewatching your videos! It's inspirational!
Omg ☺️ I just wanted to say you really are amazing, and you have everything going for you just take step after stepped you are loved for you I promise. Every video you make makes me feel enveloped in your caring energy and I feel safe like you are a genuine person. And you deserve everything that you want! 🙂💖🌉✨️ I love your channel so much sending you all the love ❤️
I watch a lot of car TH-camrs because thats my passion but at the end of the day I LOVE your channel. I was literally telling my husband the other day how much I love your personality and I wish to meet you one day. You’re so NOT an imposter! You’re so real and let your personality shine through and thats why I feel I connect with your channel the most. Your content and personality literally are a stress reliever for me, like my therapy. You’re seriously the best ❤
You are genuine. That's why I watch you.
Like, take the video of your first time in Kyoto for example- that was a big nothing burger content wise, but you are just so much fun to watch, so even when you were basically like "I stayed inside", it was fun to watch.
Such a great person! We love you for YOU, Ryan! Keep chancing that dream!
“Ganbare” Ryan!, you’re naturally good at what you’re doing right now.
crazy I just rewatched the OG apartment video, and damn I def cant believe we are here man. Love the videos and keep doing you
This is so relatable, I want to do so much with my life but I just don't have the guts to do it. This make me realize that I need to try the things that I want to do with my life or I will regret it.
I can totallly relate to some of the things that you mentioned in the video! Just know that there are people who feel the same way and you are such an inspiration to them (including me). I find you totally entertaining so just keep being you and it really will get better.
Ngl Ryan you inspire me tbh you're such a vibe
you should do more commentary videos,I like that your content is really diverse :)
every time u said u didn't think u were interesting i kinda wanted to throw hands bc thats the whole reason i watch u 😆 u could be in the middle of nowhere vlogging abt the weather and i'd still find it interesting! have more faith and pride in yourself, u've definitely put the work in. i only wish the best 4 u now&in the future
I love the vibe of your videos and you, it’s calming
your so real ily for that i love how open and normal you are that’s what keeps me coming back to your channel. i hate youtubers that are over the top extremists and loud, your so laid back and that’s the type of personality i love to see. although you might not seem so ‘laid back’ because of all the worries you have with your life and college and what comes in your future but you really are so fit for a content creator and i will be supporting you for however long you decide to do social media. love u sm ryry ☹️
Actually I really love your videos and your personality. And you're so relatablee I rlly like seeing u just talk!
Appreciate the honesty in this: especially highlighting luck & beauty. I’m glad this career is working for you, love watching your stuff :)
dudes personality is literally so fun n chill n like intresting n stuff n like hearing that he dont think so for the majority of time rlly makes me sad :/
your vlogs are lovely imo, never stop being yourself ryan
i cannot stand very long videos , i literally start to do anything but watch something that is over 10 mins but here i am watching you talk for 34 minutes straight, your videos are so so engaging fr like i just get mesmerised by how natural you are in this channel. Keep going, you are definetly made for this, lots of love from spain!!!
I feel the same way I recently decided college was not for me. I really wanna travel the world and experience cultures and languages. My passion I believe is in enjoying life outside your own country!
this video feels like having a conversation with a random stranger you meet at late night fast food runs thats like comforting but entertaining
I watch because of you. You make me smile. Don't change or give up your dream.
Your amazing one of the most relatable people I love your videos keep doing what your doing more long talks please🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽
This video was a huge help to me to be honest because I also have a similar dream and similar thoughts to you so honestly this is a huge reality check before i start anything on social media so thank you very much and keep up the good work ☺
Ryan you are such a breath of fresh air! Your videos did come to my FYP because of Japan but I stayed and subbed on YT because you are so funny, entertaining, and relatable. And although I agree that you should not compare yourself to anyone, I think it’s funny that you brought up Emma because I was literally thinking to myself the other day that you remind me of Emma in her peak YT days. I know you have big things coming your way. Keep it up! And btw Dote is so cute 🥰
You are living my dreams,i love your videos they change my mood,your videos are like energetic but calming (GOOD WAY)
OMG I HAVE BEEN CHECKING TH-cam EVERYDAY HOPING THAT YOU POSTED A VIDEO OMG YAY A NEW VIDEO 🤭😝
ryan! i love your personality and that makes it so easy for me to watch u. u are unique but in like a relatable way. regardless of the content u put out, its u as to why ill watch (:
Imposter syndrome is a real struggle in daily life and especially on social media when you see your channel grow, glad you’re still putting out content and keep going❤
I feel the same as you. I’ve wanted to hit it big on TikTok. I’ve gone viral a few times on there but I don’t think my personality is what people are looking for and it’s hard.
It’s sooooo relatable about personality part, like I feel the same I grow up with few friends cold parents and tons of social media options, end up interested in nothing but consuming all these entertainment shit, and always feel bad about it ❤ Ryan you doesn’t need to have a funny personality to be loved or successful many influencers out there just same they’re not that different
Ryan, you don’t even understand how much I want you to blow up. I know you won’t be one of those TH-camrs who will change because of money
finally a long video. This was so nice watching while doing work.(i can hear you talk about literally anything lol)
honestly ur right about the looks cuz sometimes i just zone out and just look at ur face URURUR SOSO CUTETETE
You don’t even have to do anything!! For some reason your videos are really fun to watch no matter the topic
this video really made me admire u more fr keep doing ur thing love u
This was so oddly comforting because on a smaller scale i can relate and as i watched i found myself validating what you're saying and simultaneously feeling reassured
id like to take this video as my final sign for me to start my yt chanel since i, too, have been dreaming of starting my own yt chanel for so long i cant even remember.
Ryan I never thought I'd actually end up having a favorite TH-camr like.. EVER and the only reason I watch you is because YOU are YOU and your personality attracted me to your content. I saw ur tiktoks first and I was like "omg he makes such good videos and he's really funny" and I REALLY wanted longer content from you because how fun you were and are to watch and listen and I found out from tiktok that you had a TH-cam channel and I was sooo happy istgg also whenever you posted I'd literally stop everything I'd be doing and I still do so lmaoo but honestly what attracted me to watch you and your content was your personality cause I understand how bad it is to be insecure ab that. Like.. you thought like what if others don't like my personality and stuff and I completely understand you from that. What attracted me to ur content was personality and just YOU as a person bc I lovee ur personality and I think were kind of the same with that❤keep doing what you love Ryan. Honestly.
I don't know how to put in words my feelings or thoughts rn, but I just want to say I appreciate that you made this video. Like FR APPRECIATE IT!! I love your videos, especially your personality and how real you are. I hope you the best and waiting for you to grow more and bigger in this path(industry?) *sorry for my grammar. I hope you get what I mean*
Ryan, I started watching because of you being in Japan. I found you on TH-cam because I don't use TikTok. Anyway, you converted me to watching you for you pretty quick. You are valid and you have what it takes. Keep at it
Just few months into my TH-cam career, I got a viral moment on one of my TH-cam videos, just when I’m still figuring things out, it was so stressful living up the that video, cos I’m constantly thinking how to make more similar videos, in the end I lost the moment because I have no clue how this industry works, now I’m starting all over again
You’re totally relatable, and I watch your videos because of you… you have a huge personality and your videos are so easy to watch