Taking a step back (what happened)
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- Here's a life update. Maybe you'll learn something - maybe not. Hope you enjoy it, and I'll come back with the regular-style videos next week. Thanks! Add me on Instagram: GPStephan
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:18 - From $0 To $1 Million
10:57 - Posting On TH-cam
13:47 - The Lockdown Effect On My Channel
14:38 - The Scarcity Mentality
19:08 - Hiring People
22:05 - Optimizing Time
25:09 - Growing The Business
27:41 - What Happened
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I've stopped watching so many creators I used to follow because it's so obvious their content is solely based on their affiliate marketing and chasing the dollar rather than providing the true value they used to.
Same
Which is why I stop watching his videos, too much clickbait titles and nothing felt valuable just felt quantity over quality
Same
@@ttully and they trying to make me spend my money on contractors bag to save them money. 😂😂😂
Graham is a big one for this. Big grifter.
Market highs can sometimes be followed by corrections, but predicting the timing and extent of it is challenging. I've heard some analysts talk about a 'massive' correction. It makes me wonder if it's time to adjust my $2M portfolios or maybe even consider some defensive investments.
the strategies are quite rigorous for the regular-Joe. As a matter of fact, they are mostly successfully carried out by pros who have had a great deal of skillset/knowledge to pull such trades off.
True. Having the right financial planner is invaluable. My portfolio is well-matched for every season of the market and recently hit 90% rise from early last year. I and my CFP are working on a 7 figure ballpark goal, though this could take till Q3 2024.
impressive gains! how can I get your advisor please, if you dont mind me asking? I could really use a help as of now
Laila artine kassardjian' is the licensed coach I use. Just research the name. You'd find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment
Thank you for this Pointer. It was easy to find your handler, She seems very proficient and flexible. I booked a call session with her.
Blcktken300 gang in the house! Thanks for the analysis!
I’m so happy you are slowing down. You deserve it! I have notice the changes in the coffee hour, it’s so much better. I love your artwork and the pictures of your trip. Live life to the fullest.
100%. I’ve been on a similar path myself. These days I only make one video a month and I’m focusing on enjoying each one. I'm making less money but I’m so much happier and so much less stressed. I can’t remember the last time I felt burnt out or had anxiety. Best of luck man. Hope you can step back and take the time you need to find the joy in the work again (or to find the joy away from the work).
Thank you so much! Your video on scaling back was awesome, even though I kept a small team everything you said made 100% sense.
I feel this, appreciate the story of growth in your life.
The best and authentic content creator hands down!
@@GrahamStephandefinitely recommend everyone to travel outside of the US and disconnect from western media, news, and propaganda for extra peace of mind. It’s healthy. Loved Japan as well!
Can your next video please be about how not to feel burned or anxious when you have a small baby? 🙏
What a heartfelt video. Even though you post less often each post is that much more appreciated!
I appreciate that! I'm hoping that posting fewer videos = better quality + less "filler"
Yawn
Graham looks like he's 50👴🏻. Hopefully he can de-stress.
Still click bait title. So annoying
@@GrahamStephanhope you can de-stress. The stress is aging you 😔🙏
Inspiring on all levels, I love that you recognize your best self is the one who follows your intended journey. All the best to you Graham, I'll be here watching whatever content you put out whenever it comes out.
Dude, go grow a family and a life. I genuinely hope that's your next biggest passion project for 30 ish years. You've earned it.
Honestly there's a lot of people in the US that could retire on 5m!
THEY CAN'T because they don't manage their money well and live way outside their means!@Memoreism
@@RelentlessDjango THAT PART!
Exactly what I was coming to say. @graham don’t let your life pass you by.
I second this so much!
"Workaholic with a scarcity mentality begins to discover life".
You've earned it, now enjoy it. You won't be able to take $ to the other side with you. Memories and people are more important. Don't ever forget it...and when you think about youTube, always ask yourself this: does youTube work for me, or I work for youTube? That will hopefully bring you back to your center. I also strongly recommend you meditation and regularly helping those less fortunate than yourself, hopefully people who don't even know who you are -you may have to travel for this, but it is doable. Keep it up and use your money for something useful for yourself and others. THAT will be real impact, not views and comments.
I hope he reads your comment. I worked non-stop through my mid 40’s. Finally around 48 slowed and started getting involved with charities and traveling more and spending time with my family. Recognize how valuable all of that is now.
@@InvestingWithAdamKthanks. Yeah, I wish he would see it but he has so many ...I doubt he will. Maybe it'll help someone else though. Congrats to you.
@@javiermarti_author thank you. Many years of over working too. Lol
This is such a good comment, responding for more engagement in hopes that he sees it ❤
@@MomoHitsujiOwOhopefully he'll learn these things even if he doesn't see it!
So proud of you….such growth! Thank you for sharing.
Being in my mid 60's, when I go for a walk down memory lane, the best memories are the things I've done, places I've gone, relationships I've had. Money I've made doesn't even enter the picture.
Money you don’t make does enter the picture though.
Comments like this make me wonder how anyone can be any less self aware. Ask a man homeless at 60 after decades of struggling to pay bills and being unable to feed his family if money doesn't matter. There is no reason anyone in our society should retire broke, but it happens every single day and none of those people planned not to be able to feed themselves, most of them didn't plan at all, and that was the problem.
@@cchamilton1985 not everything is about money or bragging about making more and more money. So sickening.
Money allows to do thing a and go places, and be in a position to be in healthy relationships. Money is necessary, you don’t remember it when you have it but it is the means that allows your life to expand in different directions. Without money the worries are much different and much more basic. Peace of mind cannot be bought but cannot exist in a life of uncertainty.
@@cchamilton1985this is not the money they are taking about. The more you have the less time you have to care for things you like.
I have watched more and more creators make relaxed and off the cuff videos like these and i honestly am loving this trend. Still haven't finished the video but it genuinely feels more relaxed and more like a casual conversation than something thats trying desperately to keep my attention, and yet, it still has my attention.
Thank you - I've noticed (and enjoyed) that trend, too.
Plot twist the video not caring about the algorithm will boost his algorithm
Agreed!
Reminds me of “Better Ideas”
Like at 3:30 the way that he's sitting bothers me and i would never knowingly subscribe to someone who sits like this while appearing to be comfortable….
This comment will be probably get lost and I hope you don't get it the wrong way. But, I've been watching you for years and to be honest, the content on your main channel lost the original purpose and I get why, you can talk about certain subjects so much. So you reducing the number of such videos was smart and welcomed. Also, do whatever you feel is right for you, nobody wins if you are stressed or pressure and this is why I always liked you - you are honest and genuine 🎉🎉🎉
I loved this one. Could relate with a lot of it.
I agree. I used to watch ALL his videos but tbh, a lot of it started to seem like clickbait. Which is good in a sense because he always has positive things to say when all people see is negativity
Swapping my ETH and swapping to Blcktken300 . Already up as expected. I wish I left on all the junk way earlier to step deep into this ride, they rock!
Love seeing this side of you of being open and honest about just you. Been following you since way back in 2018 and i’ve loved seeing the growth.
Graham, we will support you and the channel no matter how many videos you publish. Thanks for the great content for so many years, and thank you for the podcast, really enjoy listening to the episodes over there, a lot of great content!
Thank you
This was definitely a ‘’I’m cutting back for my mental health’’ video and I’m here for it. We all love you graham.
Long time viewer here, and i gotta say graham, this is a breath of fresh air. The grind is important, but what's more important than the grind is building a life which you're satisfied with. I look forward to seeing how both the channel and you personally evolve.
Thanks for sharing Graham! May happiness be with you 😊
I'm glad to hear you're taking steps to increase your happiness and true freedom! Thanks for sharing what's going on in your life.
I’ve followed you for years, Graham, but also stopped watching your videos (in full) quite a while ago.
THIS was one of your absolute best videos in years! Great message, introspection, and “zen”.
Same i stopped watching it was a lot of recycled stuff but i watched this one because I care about the JOURNEY
How would you know if you haven’t watched them? 😂
I have only caught a few vids ,,, but he was smart to do this if it's not BS and i don't think it is seen him on i believe it was PBD
When ftx collapsed and there was very little transparency about the advertisement I stopped watching. It was hard to see so many people hurt and it was helped by you Andrei and Kevin. I'm not sure how intentional or how much was your guys'responsibility was, but it's how I associate the coffee hour.
There's no doubt you've put out some fantastic content and I still reference your older content in order to help people grow in their financial knowledge. It's refreshing to see this content at on a much more real level and I hope you just do the things that help create your happiness.
Same for me!
I'll never get tired of watching videos like this. Even though we talked about this before, it's still cool to see you share it publicly
Right?! Now we need YOUR update Andrei!
Thanks man!
It would be great to have a video with both of you! @andreiJikh. I've been following both of you for a while and I have increased my net worth and make better financial decisions 🤓
The only thing both of you creators need to remember is... We all watch you because we feel your content/knowledge is valuable and worth our time.
As long as you don't degrade yourselves by taking bad brand deals, oversaturating your content with unnecessary/repeat content, and don't bait us in with wild titles/thumbnails, we will all gladly keep watching and supporting the channels.
Don't get greedy, understand when enough is enough in terms of channel growth and income. I respect both of you.
@@Ru4444 stop looking for someone to blame. Do you honestly believe any of these finance influencers had any idea what FTX was doing behind the scenes? Of course not… No amount of due diligence would have revealed what was going on.
Graham you have learned so so much in your young life. I have been following you for years. I am almost 70yrs and I can say from experience that what you have said in this video is spot on. Keep working on those relationships!❤😊
Hi Graham, I appreciate you being open like this. I’ve been following for years and want to tell you that I love and appreciate you and what you do. Thank you
I just realized that you're a workaholic. But you're also organized and smart. No wonder why you're such a success!
He also rather have unpaid interns than employees.
It's true. That is why Graham never went to college. School is not a good place for smart people.
Someone started this rumor about unpaid interns 😅 I don’t have any unpaid interns.
@@GrahamStephan Don't sweat it, Graham. People are bitter towards the wealthy. It's not like you're holding anyone hostage to work for you. You've given Alex and Jack a boost into fantastic careers.
@@GrahamStephan Wasn't Jack working for peanuts when he first started?
Been watching your channel since ~50k. Always wished you made more content like this
Noted! Thanks so much!!
Been watching for what feels like at least a decade. I miss the personal videos like this. I'm sure they don't pay as well, but this stuff was what hooked me to begin with.
@@GrahamStephan Ive been watching since I was 12 (I am 17 now), I have always loved the higher effort videos and really have been getting back into you because it doesnt feel slimy (a bit exaggerating) and let me tell you this is a great change! You have helped my financial literacy so much, thank you!
@@GrahamStephan The reason your views didn't dip when you posted less is that people can only watch so much of one topic/personality over time. A subscriber/regular viewer won't watch all of your videos, at some point they'll need to take a *break* from the topic or just expand their horizons, but they will keep coming back if the content is good. So good content is better than quantity long term for channel longevity. Quality also does not necessarily have to mean more investment in each video.
Anyways, good on you for realizing there's more to life than money, optimizing your time for your self instead of optimizing yourself for the "world algorithm".
Also, if you are ever in need of an existential crisis check out Daniel Schmachtenberger.
Have you achieved financial success? Sorry for the personal question
Thank you for being so open about this change!
I'll save everyone the 35 minutes. He's getting married
As someone who constantly goes through many of the same work patterns, this video really hit home. Thank you for being so open and vulnerable. Would love to chat about it sometime!
Thank you!
This is my favorite video Graham has posted. I have been subscribed to Graham for an incredibly long time. I remember when he had like a couple hundred thousand subscribers. He is showing he isn't a robot that can work 25 hours a day, he is showing he is a human. A human that needs life experiences, social connections outside of social media platforms and someone that needs to step outside their comfort zone. At a certain point, what is the point? At a certain point it is worth questioning what you are doing and seeing if that is something you want to continue. Really happy to see life progress being made. Congrats man
seems to me he fell off and is less motivated now that his past couple years of grifty antics are coming back to bite…
otherwise, agree. he needs to do something else besides chase the algorithms
I mean it’s easy to be a workaholic when that means posting videos to the internet from your party mansion filled with your car collection. Life’s rough I guess.
@@eggsinsideme 🤣imagine posting a 10-15min vid from your bedroom to make 10-100k this guy np selling out
Congratulations! I think you are speaking to my heart. Truly appreciate it.
I have been watch your videos for years!!
Much gratitude to you for creating these important great videos!!
Thanks for opening up to us like this Graham. I've always appreciated what you stood for in the finance space here on TH-cam, we're all behind you in whatever you decide to do going forward!
This is one of your best videos! I hit the "enough" point last year and I had to take a step back and breath. My life has been so much better ever since. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for being real. The struggles and doubts you are facing and the way in which you decided to move forward are a great inspiration, as I am sure there are many people (myself included) that faced the same problems. Looking forward to see what you are going to do from here!
I’m so happy and proud of you. Whatever u do, I support you! Thank you for guiding me and brightening my days 😊
Take that break and enjoy life 🥺
Dude. I’m so freakin happy for you!!! I’ve been watching all your channels and the podcast for a long time, and it seems this is something you’ve been wrestling with for years. Congrats on getting some clarity and prioritizing your own happiness over work and money for its own sake 🎉
Great job man! You have been killing it for years. Sounds like you can start increasing your joy in life. Enjoy this journey! Thanks for bringing us along for this ride!
Thanks bro we appreciate all your hard work!
Such a great video! Thank you. So glad you are finding balance in your life. You have worked so hard, and greatly deserve it. Kudos!
Contentment is next level success. Good on you! ❤
It often takes years of experience to realize that. I think most people will never have that experience.
This is beautifully honest and genuine of you. I have been critical of you in the past (and you graced me with a reply when you really didn't need to) and I am sorry if that caused you any additional grief. I respect your introspection and I really enjoyed your rant here. I genuinely hope you find more peace in life Graham! All the best
I’m glad you’re taking this approach. Thanks for the update!
I’m so happy for you graham, I started watching your videos from the very beginning. You are such a hard worker and deserve to enjoy all the work you’ve put in. Best wishes 💫
After watching I am glad I am not the only person whose mind works like this. I always enjoy your videos and it nice to see the personal side someone that i connect with on youtube. Good luck in the future and the changes you make in your life.
Your transparency, knowledge, and experience is what we appreciate. Thank you for putting out your content. I’m long time viewer and I am always looking forward to see what going on in your mind. Thanks again for all you do.
I'm entering a re-imagining of my life at the moment as well and it helps to hear your story for more motivation. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for being so candid. Loved it!
I have been watching you since 2017. This is my favorite video of yours for a while! I’m happy for you! Excited for the future.
Wow Graham I’m so happy for you! This video seems like it was cathartic for you and the joy for your new path no matter how unknown is super evident. Excited to continue following along
My favorite video so far! Thanks for being relatable and letting us in on your journey!
Good for you, Graham! Love your work! You're Awesome!❤ Peace is Priceless
Always appreciate when people more successful then me are willing to share a little behind the curtains. Appreciate you bro!
I loved this video so much. It makes me really happy to hear, that you are trying to learn how to live basically. You seem to be a kind and honest person, and you are definitely a big inspiration. Keep it up 🎉
I have followed you from the beginning. This is my favorite video! You’re an inspiration! ❤️
❤❤❤ Thank you for sharing your ups and downs. It’s Makes us want to become better! 😎
Thank you for filming this and congratulations on the self growth
At this point, you have so many fans (myself included) that we would love to know more about your personal life and your real thoughts about any topic- this is your best video!
Thanks for this video. I appreciate the honesty and trasparancy. One of your best, Graham!
Great story and love hearing more just about you!! Wishing a very blessed year!!
Happy for you - been listening to you and implementing your strategy for years!
This was an incredible watch, Graham! I still remember the night I found your video about how to build your credit score. It was in late 2017 and I was on the verge of filing for bankruptcy and that video, along with your other videos about credit gave me the hope and push I needed to sort things out myself. I never would have imagined back then that I’d now be a full time content creator in the finance space as well, and it all leads back to you, man! I’ll forever be grateful to you for MANY things, but that will always be number one.
That was the first Graham video ive watched too. Unfortunately back then I thought id be a millionaire by now.. only 1/3 of the way there..
Thanks for sharing and posting this video.
I’m glad you’re happy. Well deserved
Thanks for always putting out good content. You keep me motivated
I appreciate that!
I’m so grateful that you did this video. I hope it helps someone other than you. We all need balance. Congrats on getting married this year! 🥂
I love this video. So happy you are moving in this direction!
This video was incredible, thank you for sharing this. I'm about to purchase my first commercial in May, so hearing this at the top of this adventure is super helpful.
I am thrilled to see where this will take you. And I cant wait to see more videos where you are doing somethin that you love
Really enjoyed this. I have watched you for years and it has been interesting for me as I started my TH-cam channel at the same time and have the exact same thoughts. I too have recently discovered that less is more in terms of my health and happiness. Authenticity is key to everything and this was brilliant and honest.
Wow, this completely resonated with me, and it felt like you were putting words to my thoughts and frustrations. Thank you for sharing! You rock!
love you Graham. You're such an inspiration!
This was awesome Graham ❤ Thanks for being you and for being awesome! Glad to hear you are happier and able to focus on important things like family, friends, and experiences 🎉 Congrats on the upcoming wedding ❤ We are rooting for you guys ❤
I really enjoyed you being open and honest way like this. I’ll be praying for your happiness! 🙏
Thank you for being vulnerable and transparent. Followed since 2016. You've inspired me and I feel better knowing I'm not the only one who can't shut the brain off.
Love listening to you! Thank you for sharing 😊
My 10 yo son and I love watching your videos - thanks for the great content! 😊
Graham, I have been watching you since near the beginning. This is one of your best videos. Thanks for opening up and telling it like it is. Everyone understands and appreciates the honesty. I have been married 29 years and I would give up everything for her...I believe you have a keeper in your fiancee. Good luck in whatever you do!
So happy for you G, been watching you for years and to see you grow up too is super awesome! Congratulations.
I absolutely love this! Thank you for this :)
This is one of the most relatable videos on TH-cam for me. I've been caught in the same cycle. Keep up the great work Graham!
prob one of your best vids man
ah thank you
Yeah the realest you've ever been
my favorite video you have done. love authenticity
Dude this is such an important message!!! Thank you so much for sharing!
Graham, it's all about balance my friend. You are at great place financially. Find your peace and start doing things that you love, you have earned it. Focusing on art and aquariums is not silly, we all have different hobbies. You should be happy that you have not just one, but two. Don't stress too much about the money, because you are great with that, and even if you stop "working" right now, you are probably good for the rest of your life. You are a smart person and you will always find a way to provide for your family, no doubt about that, so don't stress so much, you have done so much financially at your age. Keep the work that you enjoy and have a balance between that work and everything else. I believe your health should be with highest priority, and also spend some quality time with your fiance, family and friends, that's what really matters. Keep it up. Greetings from a like-minded fellow from Bulgaria! :)
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!!!!! 👰🏻 🤵
I loved this video and seeingvhim be vulnerable.
Love it ❤ feel the same way at times! Micro managing is a bad habit but sometimes is needed. Congratulations on the upcoming wedding!!! All the best man !
What a relief man, I unsubscribed when things got all hectic here. resubed about a month ago. Always loved your older more personal content, happy to hear you're refocusing on the good stuff.
What happened
This is the first video I've ever watched on your channel.
I watched all 37 minutes.
I don't know what to think.
Same for me, don't know you at all, watched the whole thing. I think it's crazy how you used to run your life and you used to think.
Been a long fan and love this video and seeing you being raw about your journey. Definitely living in the moment is important. Life is not just to work hard, its also meant to be lived and enjoyed I am glad you are finding your balance.
Crazy how I been following for you for years and recently I been feeling super lost and confused. Have started doing yoga and meditating and really finding my spiritual side. Ironically, I connected with this video more than any of your other ones. I believe everything is starting to manifest and along into my life and this was like a déjà vu. Thanks for your content steph!
This was so honest and different! And I think it's relatable for everyone to hear about the thought process behind your channel and personal experiences. We all want to be successful in our own way. Loved hearing how you valued your time.
love this channel
:)
Loved hearing your thoughts, they really resonate!
Glad youre being real with us man! Change takes bravery!
I've been watching your videos since 2017 and this was so nice to hear from you.
Long time viewer, business owner. Thanks for everything you do!
you got it!
I love this so much. Well done! ❤
Long time subscriber here! Im
So glad you’re able to enjoy the fruits of all your hard work over the last decade! And don’t worry your subscribers will still be here!
This is awesome, Graham. Thanks for your transparency and for throttling back for the things that matter most.
Been a fan of your content for a long time, largely because your down to earth attitude. Genuinely hope this next chapter for you is more richly enjoyed than any chapter before.