The fact that your voice is all shaking & you still push yourself to sit before the camera and come face to face with what terrifies you, is so endearing. Good luck to you best wishes for your youtube journey.
It's crazy how you say you had 160 while filming this and now it's 2.72k! Wow! I'm happy that you are receiving the attention you deserve. I also just started my TH-cam 3 weeks ago and everything you said, you literally spoke my mind
Makes me wonder if the algo has pref on a vid to get other TH-camrs going. Also makes me think about timing. I’m just a noob and am only speculating but I would guess that starting out and gaining momentum before releasing a video like this is prob the move and then this type of vid will help you pop. Hmm now I’m thinking, can we track subs and see their growth based on which vids? Prob tools out there for this guessing. I’m about to start a channel. I have to do all the research still but fun to think about this stuff.
I can relate to your challenges so much! As a perfectionist and a introvert, I'd been putting off creating videos for way too long, but a few days ago I posted my first-ever video! thank you for this.. keep up the good work!!
Your editing is amazing for only 20 videos. I love watching videos like this because I have been wanting to start also but I am scared. Congratulations on starting.
At 4:30 minutes/second into the video, you talk about feeling down / being hard on yourself. I am specifically watching your video because I am starting a TH-cam channel, and these are the nitty gritty details that I need to learn. Thank you for sharing. You are helping more people than you realize. Keep up the good work.
Hi! I saw your channel, I’d like to get to know your ideas better and also your profile as well. Would you mind to tell me a bit how does that actually works? This selling and affiliate? :)
Honestly, you seem like a pure soul. I wish for you to achieve all your dreams because you deserve it. Keep acting based on your inner intuition no matter what; I believe in you. I can genuinely see that you act with good intentions. Let go of what others will think because you are the ONLY person on this planet who knows the bigger picture about yourself. Only you know what you have been through, only you know what is going on in your head, and everything that has led you here.
thank you it means so much when u are small and starting out each individual matters so much. im hoping i can reach 1000 by the end of this year im at 126 right now
Same here! That’s why I restarted my creating here on TH-cam through a 30-day Content Challenge. I thought TikTok will be enough for me but there’s just something here on TH-cam that really builds better engaged community. Let’s continue!
@@reesemadeleinefit I'm starting to get things together to do my own videos. Thank you for sharing the ups and downs of it, and offering the sage advice to just do it regardless.
I started 65 days ago and I get bombarded with trolls every single day. Just start your channel. No matter what you say or do, trolls are gonna troll and haters are gonna hate. All I do is sit and talk into my phone and I got 1,000 subscribers in 63 days. If I can do that anyone can.
Any tips if I cringe at how I look and sound on vid? I feel I look so much better in stills. Also I have a heavy accent and English isn't my native language
I started my channel in May and struggle with consistency because of perfectionism as well. I love the advice that the first 50 videos are just for you and it's OK if they suck! 😊
I am researching "TH-cam changed my life" videos to write my own, and stumbled across yours. You did a great job and I am glad that TH-cam is going so positively for you - enjoy the journey and best wishes with your channel!
Thank you so much Jon, that means so much to me! I was hesitant to just jump on the trend, but when I thought about it I realized there were a few things I've learned that I thought might be helpful for others to hear. Best of luck creating your own!
GURL! You rock. Congratulations. Truth, vulnerability and generosity: Your channel is exploding over these 2 weeks, because you are sharing your heart! Keep going and I am so inspired and joyous to meet you here. I have been having a hard time growing and going deeper into my commitment to my channel, and I am so grateful we are showing up and doing our best to serve and share our heart's message. Those who need it will find it. You're doing it. And it is working. Big love to you, woman.
Hey Sasha! Thank you so much for this comment, it means so much to me. That is exactly my goal - to share what's on my mind and heart, and hope that someone out there finds it helpful:) best of luck to you!!
I'm so glad you could relate - I feel like there are so many benefits to starting a channel, even if you aren't planning on making a career or financial means out of it
I used to do TH-cam and then deleted it because people badmouthed me. And today I want to try again. I'm at 34 subs. We'll all make it! The TH-cam era from 2014 should come back 🥹
I'm so proud of you for starting again!! It's hard to not care what others think, but at the end of the day we can't let other's negative comments stop us from pursuing our own goals. You're right - we got this!
@michelerh I'm at 32 subs and have been stuck there about month (I started my channel in April.) I came here to tell Reese she has encouraged me to keep at it! I hear you about needing to have a thick skin because of the meanies out there. It's not easy. But we can't let them influence what we know we can do! ❤
Awesome video. I think that the biggest problem with TH-camrs now is their lack of strategy. Like they upload everything straight away, and then they run out of ideas. This business is about constant uploading, but not too many times per week (and also after I upload something, I use a bit of Famester to make that piece of content instantly viral and popular). It's better to upload something like once or twice per week, and it also helps to avoid burn out.
I definitely think that being intentional about what you post and ensuring that the content you are producing is valuable is super important - it's something I'm working on myself! It's challenging to strike a balance between quantity and quality. I think once or twice a week is great to start with!
This is truly inspiring-thank you for sharing! After procrastinating for over five years, I finally launched my own TH-cam channel two months ago. Now, I'm just a few subscribers away from getting it monetized. It's amazing how quickly life can turn around when you believe in yourself!
You’ve inspired me so much just by making this video. I’m also a perfectionist myself and you speaking out about your own experiences takes a lot of courage. So thank you
“I can do hard things.” I love that. Your video popped up on my timeline and I’m glad I clicked on it. I also just started and I only have 3 videos so far, but I agree, it’s been so fulfilling to get back in touch with my creativity. Congratulations on graduating!
Hi Lola! That is one of my favorite affirmations, so I'm glad you liked it:) Good luck creating, I can't wait to see what you do! And thank you for the congratulations 🩷
Wow, thank you for this kind comment. And yes, I truly think that perfectionism is one of the biggest mental blocks keeping people from achieving their goals! Maybe I should be doing an entire video about it...
@@reesemadeleinefit I won’t do a shameless plug of my channel (this is my browsing account) but I’ve talked about it and you DEFINITELY should. It’s so relatable and “unspoken”.
I was OG YT back in 2008-2014 and then I was heckled about my grey roots. Foolishly, I let people’s nasty comments get into my head. So 10 years after leaving, I’m back! I have about 5 subs but that’s okay with me. Congratulations on your channel. A friend of mine recommended you to me. Subbed!
just became #9 for you! you got this! for me it has been so hard to grow, currently at 44 hoping to reach 1000 by the end of the year but its hard to see so much time and effort being put in but not seeing great results and it makes you want to give up, hoping i dont quit and reach 1000
Awesome to see so many new creator gals supporting each other- I've subbed to you all & your videos give me inspiration to restart an old channel I have about Self Confidence Motivation - something I have neglected in myself for too many years! Thank you all, lladies! ❤
Ah I really love your style, thanks for sharing your experience. It really hit home to me when you started talking about the perfectionism, it led me to realise that I hold that rule for myself that it needs to be perfect and it doesn’t .. I can embrace the imperfection 🎉
Love this. I’ve recently realized that I’m a perfectionist. And I’ve spent so long procrastinating on starting a TH-cam channel because I’m scared of failing and feel like there’s no point if I’m not immediately good at it.
Being a perfectionist definitely makes any sort of creative endeavor challenging, but the thing with creating is that there is no "perfect." I am always going to think that a video could be better in some way, but I just have to accept that that is part of creating. We are never going to be amazing at something we are brand-new to, and we are probably going to mess up - but that's how we learn and get better! If I let it stop me from posting, I am only holding myself back from opportunities to learn, grow, and reach my full potential. And the same is true for you! Just go for it, I promise that the more you challenge that part of yourself, the easier it will get 😉
Congratulations on graduating college, and all the success you have on your TH-cam. I can write the book on excuses on why I didn't start a TH-cam channel. Best of luck in the future for you and your channel!
Thank you! ☺ We will always be able to come up with excuses as to why we shouldn't take a risk. At the end of the day we have to make the decision to choose action > excuses!
Congrats for starting and being consistent. Two of the hardest things, especially for perfectionists like we both are. It’s finally time for me to start creating more and publishing for the world to see. Thanks for your insight and experience!
I’m at 55 subs but I am seeing consistent growth with every post! I’ve been wanting to do videos since high school and I graduated in 2014. Better late than never! I’m so grateful I can do it now with confidence and grace
Loved this video and your transparency! I was posting consistently for a while but then a ton of things came up and I just didn't have time to dedicate to it. This makes me realize I need to manage my time better and start posting consistently again!
This is so inspiring! Thanks for sharing. I’ve been wrestling with the thought of starting my own channel and have been engulfed in self doubt in terms of what I can really contribute while being authentic. Thanks for the motivation❤
Wow you're speaking my miiind! From wanting to be an author and interior designer when I was younger, to thinking I'm just not creative anymore, to being a perfectionist... And everything you said throughout was just what I needed to hear. You really are bringing value to people's lives through this! I'm excited to go back and watch old videos and keep up with the new ones 😊🫶🏼
Thank you sooo much for this uber relatable + inspirational video I'm watching this morning! Getting ready to take a nap after shift before I polish up my 2nd video for posting, and already falling sooo in love with the process. You are so right about the importance of prioritizing what's important to you 🥺 Hope you're enjoying the heck out of Europe, best wishes to you for your future in TH-cam and life at large ✨️
Don’t stop guys …this is just to remind you that remember why you started the you tube channel and if you get like 100 views picture them in a room you would know the impact….im on 72 subscribers and fighting for more subscribers which has been difficult but I always remember why i started and what’s the goal ❤let’s gooo small you tubers
Great video and personal testimonial, Reese. You're taking away excuses many of us allow to hold us back. I've got one channel now, but I had plans to start another for a while. Then, I had a stroke that affected my speech and cognition. 2 years later, I woke up with Bell's Palsy and another speech and facial setback (which is really unfortunate when I already have a face for radio!) But it is what it is. I'll take your advice and approach my first 50 videos for me, my learning curve, conquering my fears, honing my skills, and letting the chips fall where they may. So, thanks for taking the time to make this helpful shot in the arm for strangers like me.
Hi Patrick, thank you so much for sharing your story. I am so inspired by your perseverance despite all of the challenges you have encountered - you should be so proud. Keep it up, I am rooting for you!
So excited for you and for how REAL you are. Most of all, I’m excited to see that it’s brought so much awareness to your POWER! ( That which makes you uniquely YOU) and that you’re living your BEST life, unapologetically. Keep going, keep growing!! ❤🎉❤
I am here three weeks after this was posted. In video you are saying that you have 160 subscribers. Now your channel is on 1.6K. That's 10x growth in 3 weeks. Congratulation. And yes, the video is amazing. I love how you touched almost every point I have in my head about starting my own channel. Thank you for posting. You've got another subscriber.
Congrats! Similar journey and process for me as well. “Just Start” is what I told myself. I’ve been uploading for a little more than 2 weeks now and it’s been great! Best wishes
Shorts ruined 2 of my other channels and I posted over a hundred on each. Shorts are not long content friendly. Im not the only one that feels that way. I have a lot on this channel as well and most of them didn’t do well at all. It took a long time just for a most of them to get 1 view. I took time off of building this channel to focus more on the one that got monetized first. TH-cam was treating this channel poorly since I started it last year. Im hoping that will change now that Im only posting long content weekly.
It depends on the type of the channel ,person , perspective and personal beliefs - for some people shorts work great for others not- if you believe they help you they will, if you don't, they won't
@@cristinacranganu 😂 i get what you are saying, but the whole believing or not believing is a complete cliché to say the least. Because in the beginning my hope and attitude was extremely high and in the right place for the strategy that was being promoted on how to succeed with shorts, until hit video 90 and realized something strange was going on. I compiled a long list of channels that all stared within the last 2 years that all mostly had under 50 videos and they all seemed to have reached over 100k followers...mind you they are all the exact same type of channel, stolen content with voiceovers. There is something deeper going on on this site and no one is talking able it.
@@cristinacranganu all in all, from me testing out different shorts strategies on 5 different channels, some also including long vids, it only hurt my longer video views and or the shorts didn't perform at all. But lets be clear, most of the behind the scenes is ran and picked by humans, not robots like they would like for you to believe. So I get it.
Hi! This video is so relatable as a content creator. I’m 10 months in and still pushing to keep going and not be so hard on myself. Thank you for sharing!!!!
Thank you so much for making this video! Every point you touched on I think is super important for aspiring creators as well as creators who have been in this space for awhile. As someone who has started and is currently managing four different channels. I would take your advice over and over because no matter the channel or topic your advice to keep trying and to just keep showing up is THE key to being successful on TH-cam.
Thank you for this video. I am such a perfectionist also, I recorded a couple of videos, but I don't like my English and for me is so hard to listen to them🤨
I'm so glad you found it helpful! I think one thing we have to try to keep in mind is that we are often our own harshest critics. You may not like how you sound, but you never know what other people will think!
Very relatable all the way through. Awesome pacing in your videos, you have done such a good job especially for how long you've been at this. Don't give up, best of luck!
I have a lot of followers on IG but here i’m completely new 😅 started posting recently and i enjoy it so much! For now i’m just sharing shorts but maybe later i will push some long form content too🥰 Thanks for sharing your story with us 🙏🏻💕
Thanks girl!! I also was putting a lot of energy into my IG (not that I have many followers) but I truly enjoy long-form content so much more. I can't wait to see what you create!
I have just launched my TH-cam channel and honestly am going through everything you described in this video and I feel so much better after watching! I’m so excited to continue and see where this journey takes me. Thank you 🩷
I started with TH-cam Short first. Struggling in 3 months with 3 failed Channel. But, I rose again and BOOM, my 5th Channel got viral with the 3rd vid and still counting. I start the 6th Channel to do affiliate, today. And exciting to learn more. And my Personal Channel will come 2 weeks later. I know the feeling of you Reese. I went the same way, I was broke, and so deep in debt, now I can relieve a little bit, after the hardest day of my life. Things will change in this month. P/s: Wish you all the best luck! ❤
@@mariabloom_ai that's a long way. I feel like eternity. Even now, when i look back, I can't believe I went that far. But it's just a first step, everything is ahead. ❤ P/s : remember, you are just "one video away" keep pushing yourself to the line and you will break it a little by little. Keep uploading, flop - lear from it, success - enjoy it. But do not forget to upload video eachday (you can have a day off though 😂 your body appreciate that🥰) Wish you the best luck❤my fellows TH-camr
Wow, thank you for sharing this story! It is so inspiring, I can't believe how much determination and perseverance it's taken to get where you are today. Keep going, you can do this!
I relate so much to this! I sat on the sideline for so long and I decided this year was the year I start. You have inspired me to finally post my first long form video.
AWESOME video Reese. I've been wanting to start a channel and I think my perfectionism is holding me back so you are speaking to the choir here. Thanks for sharing your experience. I can relate and it's inspiring!
This just popped up in my TH-cam feed! I feel inspired by you, I have thought about creating a channel for years as well but have been afraid to put myself out there on the Internet. I also just graduated with a degree in nutrition and have had my own health journey that I would love to share and help others with.
I'm so glad you felt inspired! And if it's something you have been feeling called to do, 100% you should go for it!! I'm sure you have so much to share that could help so many people
As a perfectionist I can relate to your hesitation to put things out there. I think it’s great that you are not allowing these feelings to stop you from trying new things and growing as a person. You’ve certainly inspired me to keep going with my goals. Thank you and wishing you all the best:)
Well done Reese! These are all the things I am trying to get over and grow my channel, the ideas are all written down, it's just making that commitment for me! Wishing you the best!
Oh my God girl - you had me hooked the entire time. I loved ur authenticity ❤. The way u simply spoke was amazinggggg . Love, can I please please request you to make a video about how you record your videos? How do u zoom in and out? does anyone help you? how do u edit? Will remain really grateful ☺️
I can relate so much to your thoughts ❤ always put it off because I was afraid I wouldn’t commit or afraid what others would think/say. My confidence after ever posting 1 video has soared❣️
I can totally relate to what you said about creativity! I always told myself i was not a creative person so I decided to create content to push myself out of my comfort zone and although I still go through the cringe phase I try to keep going so I get over it! 🙌🏼
Thank you for your honesty 🥰 I hope, I can continue like you did on this path with patience. Now with 37 subscribers after many months, I am a little disappointed, but we must continue 🙌🏻❤️
You already inspire others ... which in the end seems to be your goal. No matter how many views or subscribers you have at this moment, you are on the way!!! Just go forward and enjoy the journey! Thank you and much appreciation from Romania!!!
It’s amazing to me to see such similarities in the stories of new content creators and how we all face the same or similar fears before starting a channel. This is probably the 15th video I see about how TH-cam changed someone’s life and I’m so proud of you guys for taking the bull and riding it. Kudos to you!!! I to am speaking into existence my dreams and goals of getting to the point of making my own “how TH-cam changed my life” video. Stay tuned!!!
So inspiring! Thanks for sharing!! Just start over about 2 weeks ago, so this give me more confidence and ensure I’m doing the right thing! So I just have to keep going! ❤
You're AWESOME, Reese! This is the first time I've seen you, and I'm really glad I took the time to watch your video, if for no other reason than I have the same "issue" with the perfectionist part!!! I'm stalled, and having a really tough time getting past it.
It's definitely not something you can get over overnight. Continually and consistently challenge that part of yourself, even in small ways, and it will get easier over time!
You’re a relatively small TH-cam channel right now, but congratulations on being on my top suggested videos today. I haven’t opened or uploaded a video in a while so it’s lovely to come by and see your humble video ❤
I really do ❤ your energy ,I would like to see some videos or photos from your trip.Please besafe and enjoy yourself.I hope you have a lot of success with your channel.Your story is so inspiring to me thank you for sharing.
Thanks for sharing, Reese! Love "If I set my mind to something, I can do hard things". Anyone new to content creating like me? Don't give up! Continue creating and work towards our goal of quitting 9-5 to focus on our health, family and what makes us happy! All the best! ❤
It's great that you've started TH-cam! I still struggle to even begin, despite wanting to for years. I also have the mindset that everything has to be perfect before I can upload it, which really bothers me and stops me from making any videos. My own voice and appearance when I speak sometimes bother me, but I need to make peace with that because it’s who I am. Recently, I've been thinking more seriously about starting a channel. I have the ideas, the gear, and the knowledge. Seeing this video popup on my homepage made me think again about taking a leap of faith and just start. Good luck and congratulations on your graduation! I hope you enjoyed Europe. Greetings from the Netherlands!
Hi Christina, thank you so much for sharing this! All of those things were part of what was keeping me from starting a channel too. If this is something you really want to do, absolutely go for it!! You never know what could come of it 💕
Reese, I just found your TH-cam! I myself just started on social media a little over a month ago and it was to get over social anxiety and help others as well. Thank you so much for this video, angel!
Congratulations on taking a leap of faith Reese! I love and follow Ali Abdaal too! Consistency & perfectionism... Oh, man! I'm still struggling with those. I love how this content is very relatable and authentic. Subscribed! Keep creating, Reese!
thank you for sharing your experience! we're all trying our absolute best but if anything, even just jumping over the hurdles of anxiety make it worth it. because thats a muscle we have to build anyway
Thank you for creating this, Reese. It's appreciated. I'm still trying to figure out a niche, but I do find value in what you say. I've told myself I'm going to create to create. If ONE person finds value from something I share it's better than NO people finding value... so I've done some good. :) God bless!
Hi Ted, I love this perspective! Starting out with the intention of just finding joy in the process of creating is the recipe for sustainability and success on here. I can't wait to see what value you bring to youtube!
This video is exactly what I needed today! I have been wanting to create content for soo long now and I finally feel like I’m almost ready to take the leap but still battling with the negative self talk and perfectionist mentality I have. I opened TH-cam for some inspo and with out even searching TH-cam knew exactly what I needed to watch
That means so much to me that you felt inspired. You can do this - getting that first one up is the hardest part but once you get past that it WILL get easier with time 🩷
The fact that your voice is all shaking & you still push yourself to sit before the camera and come face to face with what terrifies you, is so endearing.
Good luck to you best wishes for your youtube journey.
Great to see TH-cam promoting newer channels, congratulations on your success thus far!
Thank you ☺
It’s so comfortable keeping your dreams a secret. You’re right- speaking them into existence is courageous. Thank you for sharing your perspective
It's crazy how you say you had 160 while filming this and now it's 2.72k! Wow! I'm happy that you are receiving the attention you deserve. I also just started my TH-cam 3 weeks ago and everything you said, you literally spoke my mind
Thank you, that is so sweet of you to say 🥹 I'm so thankful for you all! We are in this together
Makes me wonder if the algo has pref on a vid to get other TH-camrs going. Also makes me think about timing. I’m just a noob and am only speculating but I would guess that starting out and gaining momentum before releasing a video like this is prob the move and then this type of vid will help you pop. Hmm now I’m thinking, can we track subs and see their growth based on which vids? Prob tools out there for this guessing. I’m about to start a channel. I have to do all the research still but fun to think about this stuff.
I can relate to your challenges so much! As a perfectionist and a introvert, I'd been putting off creating videos for way too long, but a few days ago I posted my first-ever video! thank you for this.. keep up the good work!!
I'm so proud of you for going for it!! We are in this together 💕
I love that TH-cam has already made such a big impact on your life and I LOVE even more that Ali has been able to inspire you, because same here! 🥰
You are a great communicator. This video inspired me to get back to create content on TH-cam. Thank you.
Your editing is amazing for only 20 videos. I love watching videos like this because I have been wanting to start also but I am scared. Congratulations on starting.
Thank you so much!! I'm so glad you found it helpful. You can do this!
At 4:30 minutes/second into the video, you talk about feeling down / being hard on yourself. I am specifically watching your video because I am starting a TH-cam channel, and these are the nitty gritty details that I need to learn. Thank you for sharing. You are helping more people than you realize. Keep up the good work.
Thank you, that means so much to me that you felt like it did have some helpful information. That was my main intention!
Same! I started consistently in March with hauls and have sold $15,000 in clothing affiliate links and help my audience find cute clothing. Def start!
I like your fashion taste. Good job
@@doloresliu thanks so much❤️
Hi! I saw your channel, I’d like to get to know your ideas better and also your profile as well. Would you mind to tell me a bit how does that actually works? This selling and affiliate? :)
@@GiSchmiedke Hi I have videos on my page explaining. I’ll be sharing an update video this weekend ❤️
Wow, that's so badass! I'm also curious to know how it all works. Thanks so much for genuinely sharing!
Honestly, you seem like a pure soul. I wish for you to achieve all your dreams because you deserve it. Keep acting based on your inner intuition no matter what; I believe in you. I can genuinely see that you act with good intentions. Let go of what others will think because you are the ONLY person on this planet who knows the bigger picture about yourself. Only you know what you have been through, only you know what is going on in your head, and everything that has led you here.
This is so thoughtful of you to say, and made me so so happy. Thank you
@@reesemadeleinefit happy to hear that!
I love following small creators who are just starting out 🩵🤍The struggles are so relatable ! Subscribed ✨
thank you it means so much when u are small and starting out each individual matters so much. im hoping i can reach 1000 by the end of this year im at 126 right now
I'm so happy to have you here - thank you 🩷
Same!!! Just starting out here too!!
Exactly my thoughts ❤
@soulstarintuition
Same here! That’s why I restarted my creating here on TH-cam through a 30-day Content Challenge. I thought TikTok will be enough for me but there’s just something here on TH-cam that really builds better engaged community. Let’s continue!
I'm so glad you feel the same way. Let's do this!!
@@reesemadeleinefit I'm starting to get things together to do my own videos. Thank you for sharing the ups and downs of it, and offering the sage advice to just do it regardless.
I started 65 days ago and I get bombarded with trolls every single day. Just start your channel. No matter what you say or do, trolls are gonna troll and haters are gonna hate. All I do is sit and talk into my phone and I got 1,000 subscribers in 63 days. If I can do that anyone can.
Any tips if I cringe at how I look and sound on vid? I feel I look so much better in stills. Also I have a heavy accent and English isn't my native language
@@RedeemingLightDo you have a niech content or you just post whatever you feel like?
I started my channel in May and struggle with consistency because of perfectionism as well. I love the advice that the first 50 videos are just for you and it's OK if they suck! 😊
We can beat the perfectionism! Let them suck, and learn from it
This is great video to watch as newcomers on TH-cam, you hit SO many spots! Keep it up 🙌
Thank you!!
To anyone who’s just starting, keep it at it! 😊
Yes! We have to support one another
I’ve just started 🥹
This video is one of those first 50, and the algorithm is already blessing you because you are not a quitter.
Congratulations!
I am researching "TH-cam changed my life" videos to write my own, and stumbled across yours. You did a great job and I am glad that TH-cam is going so positively for you - enjoy the journey and best wishes with your channel!
Thank you so much Jon, that means so much to me! I was hesitant to just jump on the trend, but when I thought about it I realized there were a few things I've learned that I thought might be helpful for others to hear. Best of luck creating your own!
GURL! You rock. Congratulations. Truth, vulnerability and generosity: Your channel is exploding over these 2 weeks, because you are sharing your heart! Keep going and I am so inspired and joyous to meet you here. I have been having a hard time growing and going deeper into my commitment to my channel, and I am so grateful we are showing up and doing our best to serve and share our heart's message. Those who need it will find it. You're doing it. And it is working. Big love to you, woman.
Hey Sasha! Thank you so much for this comment, it means so much to me. That is exactly my goal - to share what's on my mind and heart, and hope that someone out there finds it helpful:) best of luck to you!!
Just recently started my TH-cam channel, and it made me overcome anxiety or failure of communicating, so I can relate it with you!
I'm so glad you could relate - I feel like there are so many benefits to starting a channel, even if you aren't planning on making a career or financial means out of it
@@reesemadeleinefit thank you!
I used to do TH-cam and then deleted it because people badmouthed me. And today I want to try again. I'm at 34 subs. We'll all make it! The TH-cam era from 2014 should come back 🥹
I'm so proud of you for starting again!! It's hard to not care what others think, but at the end of the day we can't let other's negative comments stop us from pursuing our own goals. You're right - we got this!
@michelerh I'm at 32 subs and have been stuck there about month (I started my channel in April.) I came here to tell Reese she has encouraged me to keep at it! I hear you about needing to have a thick skin because of the meanies out there. It's not easy. But we can't let them influence what we know we can do! ❤
It really should😊
Hello
Day One or One Day. Get started.
Awesome video. I think that the biggest problem with TH-camrs now is their lack of strategy. Like they upload everything straight away, and then they run out of ideas. This business is about constant uploading, but not too many times per week (and also after I upload something, I use a bit of Famester to make that piece of content instantly viral and popular). It's better to upload something like once or twice per week, and it also helps to avoid burn out.
I definitely think that being intentional about what you post and ensuring that the content you are producing is valuable is super important - it's something I'm working on myself! It's challenging to strike a balance between quantity and quality. I think once or twice a week is great to start with!
Great comment - very true
@judymyers1934 do you have a suggestion on how to use famester?
This is truly inspiring-thank you for sharing! After procrastinating for over five years, I finally launched my own TH-cam channel two months ago. Now, I'm just a few subscribers away from getting it monetized. It's amazing how quickly life can turn around when you believe in yourself!
You’ve inspired me so much just by making this video. I’m also a perfectionist myself and you speaking out about your own experiences takes a lot of courage. So thank you
This means so much to me - thank you!!
“I can do hard things.” I love that. Your video popped up on my timeline and I’m glad I clicked on it. I also just started and I only have 3 videos so far, but I agree, it’s been so fulfilling to get back in touch with my creativity. Congratulations on graduating!
Hi Lola! That is one of my favorite affirmations, so I'm glad you liked it:) Good luck creating, I can't wait to see what you do! And thank you for the congratulations 🩷
@@reesemadeleinefit thank you!
just became #15 for you and watched your videos to give u some hours!!!! im hoping to get to 1000 by the end of the year without giving up 😭❤
@@Kaurcreates22 Thank you
This is so natural and down to earth...❤ l love this.
That means so much to me, thank you ☺
Beautiful, honest and authentic video. Perfectionism is a thing and leads to procrastination or paralysing “freeze”. Big love 🤗
Wow, thank you for this kind comment. And yes, I truly think that perfectionism is one of the biggest mental blocks keeping people from achieving their goals! Maybe I should be doing an entire video about it...
@@reesemadeleinefit I won’t do a shameless plug of my channel (this is my browsing account) but I’ve talked about it and you DEFINITELY should. It’s so relatable and “unspoken”.
I resonated with everything you said! Also a recovering perfectionist finding their way back to creativity. I found your page at the perfect time!
This made me so happy to hear ☺let's fight the perfectionism together!
I was OG YT back in 2008-2014 and then I was heckled about my grey roots. Foolishly, I let people’s nasty comments get into my head. So 10 years after leaving, I’m back! I have about 5 subs but that’s okay with me. Congratulations on your channel. A friend of mine recommended you to me. Subbed!
I'm so proud of you for not letting the haters win! It truly is never too late to start
just became #9 for you! you got this! for me it has been so hard to grow, currently at 44 hoping to reach 1000 by the end of the year but its hard to see so much time and effort being put in but not seeing great results and it makes you want to give up, hoping i dont quit and reach 1000
@@Kaurcreates22 I’m your 45 ❤️❤️❤️ we got this!
@@Kaurcreates22 I will say, first time around it was just a few subs here and there, and then one day it jumped up!
Awesome to see so many new creator gals supporting each other- I've subbed to you all & your videos give me inspiration to restart an old channel I have about Self Confidence Motivation - something I have neglected in myself for too many years! Thank you all, lladies! ❤
Ah I really love your style, thanks for sharing your experience. It really hit home to me when you started talking about the perfectionism, it led me to realise that I hold that rule for myself that it needs to be perfect and it doesn’t .. I can embrace the imperfection 🎉
Yes, embrace the imperfection! 🥰
Love this. I’ve recently realized that I’m a perfectionist. And I’ve spent so long procrastinating on starting a TH-cam channel because I’m scared of failing and feel like there’s no point if I’m not immediately good at it.
Same!!
Being a perfectionist definitely makes any sort of creative endeavor challenging, but the thing with creating is that there is no "perfect." I am always going to think that a video could be better in some way, but I just have to accept that that is part of creating. We are never going to be amazing at something we are brand-new to, and we are probably going to mess up - but that's how we learn and get better! If I let it stop me from posting, I am only holding myself back from opportunities to learn, grow, and reach my full potential. And the same is true for you! Just go for it, I promise that the more you challenge that part of yourself, the easier it will get 😉
Start! I just subscribed to encourage you a king the way. Your profile name with “tea” got me! Lol
Oh my God girl - you had me hooked the entire time. I loved ur authenticity ❤. The way u simply spoke was amazinggggg
Congratulations on graduating college, and all the success you have on your TH-cam. I can write the book on excuses on why I didn't start a TH-cam channel. Best of luck in the future for you and your channel!
Thank you! ☺ We will always be able to come up with excuses as to why we shouldn't take a risk. At the end of the day we have to make the decision to choose action > excuses!
Congrats for starting and being consistent. Two of the hardest things, especially for perfectionists like we both are. It’s finally time for me to start creating more and publishing for the world to see. Thanks for your insight and experience!
I am so glad you found it helpful!! Best of luck on your own journey, you can do this!
I’m at 55 subs but I am seeing consistent growth with every post! I’ve been wanting to do videos since high school and I graduated in 2014. Better late than never! I’m so grateful I can do it now with confidence and grace
I am so proud of you and happy you took the leap! It is truly never too late 🩷
You have two subscribers dude. What is all this assumption vibes!!!!!!!!!!
@@Razikhanindia Thank goodness we have you as a fact checker! Like anyone cares
@@reesemadeleinefit Hey you again. How the hell can someone know that I'm on a week off. Buaaahahaha
Loved this video and your transparency! I was posting consistently for a while but then a ton of things came up and I just didn't have time to dedicate to it. This makes me realize I need to manage my time better and start posting consistently again!
You got this girl! I can't wait to see what you create 🩷
This is so inspiring! Thanks for sharing. I’ve been wrestling with the thought of starting my own channel and have been engulfed in self doubt in terms of what I can really contribute while being authentic. Thanks for the motivation❤
Wow you're speaking my miiind! From wanting to be an author and interior designer when I was younger, to thinking I'm just not creative anymore, to being a perfectionist... And everything you said throughout was just what I needed to hear. You really are bringing value to people's lives through this! I'm excited to go back and watch old videos and keep up with the new ones 😊🫶🏼
Hearing you say that this resonated means SO much to me - I'm so so happy to have you here and appreciate all of your support 💛
I started my YT Channel last month and I'm learning alot. Thank you for sharing 😊
Of course! Thank you for being here - we are in this together 💜
Love your channel name!
Thank you sooo much for this uber relatable + inspirational video I'm watching this morning!
Getting ready to take a nap after shift before I polish up my 2nd video for posting, and already falling sooo in love with the process. You are so right about the importance of prioritizing what's important to you 🥺
Hope you're enjoying the heck out of Europe, best wishes to you for your future in TH-cam and life at large ✨️
Hi Liz! I'm so excited for you to be starting this journey too!! Best of luck, and I can't wait to see what you create!
Don’t stop guys …this is just to remind you that remember why you started the you tube channel and if you get like 100 views picture them in a room you would know the impact….im on 72 subscribers and fighting for more subscribers which has been difficult but I always remember why i started and what’s the goal ❤let’s gooo small you tubers
Great video and personal testimonial, Reese. You're taking away excuses many of us allow to hold us back. I've got one channel now, but I had plans to start another for a while. Then, I had a stroke that affected my speech and cognition. 2 years later, I woke up with Bell's Palsy and another speech and facial setback (which is really unfortunate when I already have a face for radio!) But it is what it is. I'll take your advice and approach my first 50 videos for me, my learning curve, conquering my fears, honing my skills, and letting the chips fall where they may. So, thanks for taking the time to make this helpful shot in the arm for strangers like me.
Hi Patrick, thank you so much for sharing your story. I am so inspired by your perseverance despite all of the challenges you have encountered - you should be so proud. Keep it up, I am rooting for you!
Wait.. how come YOUR first 50 videos are so good? I’m watching it without skipping or 2x? Love your content. Congrats!!!
Thank you, this is such a high compliment! I appreciate you 🩷
So excited for you and for how REAL you are. Most of all, I’m excited to see that it’s brought so much awareness to your POWER! ( That which makes you uniquely YOU) and that you’re living your BEST life, unapologetically. Keep going, keep growing!! ❤🎉❤
Thank you 😊
Great Video. I can agree that within my 3 months of content creating that You tube has done the same for me. I’ve grown as a person so much
Hi Alicia! I'm so glad you could relate 🩷 best of luck with your channel!!
Just be you, be honest & we will appreciate that so much. Your very genuine!
Thank you!
I am here three weeks after this was posted. In video you are saying that you have 160 subscribers. Now your channel is on 1.6K. That's 10x growth in 3 weeks. Congratulation. And yes, the video is amazing. I love how you touched almost every point I have in my head about starting my own channel. Thank you for posting. You've got another subscriber.
Thank you for these kind words, I'm so glad you found it helpful! Happy to have you along for the journey ☺
Wow! Growth! Good for her!
Congrats! Similar journey and process for me as well. “Just Start” is what I told myself. I’ve been uploading for a little more than 2 weeks now and it’s been great! Best wishes
That's amazing! Good luck:)
What I realized that it's really good for growing the channel is posting shorts consistently ✨️
She doesn't have shorts, she still did good!
Shorts ruined 2 of my other channels and I posted over a hundred on each. Shorts are not long content friendly. Im not the only one that feels that way. I have a lot on this channel as well and most of them didn’t do well at all. It took a long time just for a most of them to get 1 view. I took time off of building this channel to focus more on the one that got monetized first. TH-cam was treating this channel poorly since I started it last year. Im hoping that will change now that Im only posting long content weekly.
It depends on the type of the channel ,person , perspective and personal beliefs - for some people shorts work great for others not- if you believe they help you they will, if you don't, they won't
@@cristinacranganu 😂 i get what you are saying, but the whole believing or not believing is a complete cliché to say the least. Because in the beginning my hope and attitude was extremely high and in the right place for the strategy that was being promoted on how to succeed with shorts, until hit video 90 and realized something strange was going on.
I compiled a long list of channels that all stared within the last 2 years that all mostly had under 50 videos and they all seemed to have reached over 100k followers...mind you they are all the exact same type of channel, stolen content with voiceovers. There is something deeper going on on this site and no one is talking able it.
@@cristinacranganu all in all, from me testing out different shorts strategies on 5 different channels, some also including long vids, it only hurt my longer video views and or the shorts didn't perform at all. But lets be clear, most of the behind the scenes is ran and picked by humans, not robots like they would like for you to believe. So I get it.
Hi! This video is so relatable as a content creator. I’m 10 months in and still pushing to keep going and not be so hard on myself. Thank you for sharing!!!!
Thank you for watching!
Thank you so much for making this video! Every point you touched on I think is super important for aspiring creators as well as creators who have been in this space for awhile. As someone who has started and is currently managing four different channels. I would take your advice over and over because no matter the channel or topic your advice to keep trying and to just keep showing up is THE key to being successful on TH-cam.
It makes me so happy to hear that you found it helpful ☺️ best of luck to you!!
Thank you for this video. I am such a perfectionist also, I recorded a couple of videos, but I don't like my English and for me is so hard to listen to them🤨
I'm so glad you found it helpful! I think one thing we have to try to keep in mind is that we are often our own harshest critics. You may not like how you sound, but you never know what other people will think!
girl, just do it!!! do it! stop questioning it. it will only get better with practice.
@@madamegiuliathank you for the support! Love your channel. Subscribed.
This was so inspiring and helpful! Best wishes for your success!
Thank you 🩷
Posted 2 weeks ago & you said u were at 166 subs, now at 983 when i posted this comment! You go gurl! Best of luck
Now at 1.03k subscribers 🎉
and now at 1360. crazyyy:)))❤
The support from you all has truly been incredible 🩷
Very relatable all the way through. Awesome pacing in your videos, you have done such a good job especially for how long you've been at this. Don't give up, best of luck!
That's so kind of you to say, thank you!!
I have a lot of followers on IG but here i’m completely new 😅 started posting recently and i enjoy it so much! For now i’m just sharing shorts but maybe later i will push some long form content too🥰 Thanks for sharing your story with us 🙏🏻💕
Thanks girl!! I also was putting a lot of energy into my IG (not that I have many followers) but I truly enjoy long-form content so much more. I can't wait to see what you create!
I have just launched my TH-cam channel and honestly am going through everything you described in this video and I feel so much better after watching! I’m so excited to continue and see where this journey takes me. Thank you 🩷
I started with TH-cam Short first. Struggling in 3 months with 3 failed Channel.
But, I rose again and BOOM, my 5th Channel got viral with the 3rd vid and still counting.
I start the 6th Channel to do affiliate, today. And exciting to learn more.
And my Personal Channel will come 2 weeks later.
I know the feeling of you Reese. I went the same way, I was broke, and so deep in debt, now I can relieve a little bit, after the hardest day of my life. Things will change in this month.
P/s: Wish you all the best luck! ❤
Thanks for sharing! You just expanded my perception with you "my FIFTH channel", wow, that's a dedication!
@@mariabloom_ai that's a long way. I feel like eternity. Even now, when i look back, I can't believe I went that far. But it's just a first step, everything is ahead. ❤
P/s : remember, you are just "one video away" keep pushing yourself to the line and you will break it a little by little. Keep uploading, flop - lear from it, success - enjoy it. But do not forget to upload video eachday (you can have a day off though 😂 your body appreciate that🥰)
Wish you the best luck❤my fellows TH-camr
Wow, thank you for sharing this story! It is so inspiring, I can't believe how much determination and perseverance it's taken to get where you are today. Keep going, you can do this!
@@reesemadeleinefit THANKS REESE!!! I'm going to launch the 6th (my personal faceless Channel in this month) a lot of work to do :((
I relate so much to this! I sat on the sideline for so long and I decided this year was the year I start. You have inspired me to finally post my first long form video.
This makes me so happy - you’ve got this!
I subscribed to support you. Keep going!
I appreciate you 🥰
Congrats girl! Your subscribers went up so much since this video! So happy for you!
I'm blessed only God knows how much I praise Him, $80k every 4weeks! I now have a good house and can now afford anything and also support my family
How do you make money exactly ?
AWESOME video Reese. I've been wanting to start a channel and I think my perfectionism is holding me back so you are speaking to the choir here. Thanks for sharing your experience. I can relate and it's inspiring!
Hi Jennifer! I'm so happy to hear that you could relate and that my video was inspiring to you. Go start that channel, you can do it!!
This just popped up in my TH-cam feed! I feel inspired by you, I have thought about creating a channel for years as well but have been afraid to put myself out there on the Internet. I also just graduated with a degree in nutrition and have had my own health journey that I would love to share and help others with.
I'm so glad you felt inspired! And if it's something you have been feeling called to do, 100% you should go for it!! I'm sure you have so much to share that could help so many people
As a perfectionist I can relate to your hesitation to put things out there. I think it’s great that you are not allowing these feelings to stop you from trying new things and growing as a person. You’ve certainly inspired me to keep going with my goals. Thank you and wishing you all the best:)
Thank you so much 🥰 I appreciate you!
Well done Reese! These are all the things I am trying to get over and grow my channel, the ideas are all written down, it's just making that commitment for me! Wishing you the best!
Thank you, and best of luck to you as well 💕
Oh my God girl - you had me hooked the entire time. I loved ur authenticity ❤. The way u simply spoke was amazinggggg . Love, can I please please request you to make a video about how you record your videos? How do u zoom in and out? does anyone help you? how do u edit? Will remain really grateful ☺️
I can relate so much to your thoughts ❤ always put it off because I was afraid I wouldn’t commit or afraid what others would think/say. My confidence after ever posting 1 video has soared❣️
I love the honesty and authenticity in this. It actually helps those to relate
This is my whole story!!! This is inspiring! Thanks! You let me know it’s possible. I just need to do it!
Go for it! I can't wait to see what you create 💕
A big thank to TH-cam for showing me this video 🙌🏻🥹 also I have the same nightlight 😊
I can totally relate to what you said about creativity! I always told myself i was not a creative person so I decided to create content to push myself out of my comfort zone and although I still go through the cringe phase I try to keep going so I get over it! 🙌🏼
You got this girl - I'm so proud of you for starting!! As someone who is still in the cringe phase I can relate 😅 We got this!!
So glad you had the courage to start a youtube! Good luck on your journey.
Thank you so much!!
Thank you for your honesty 🥰
I hope, I can continue like you did on this path with patience. Now with 37 subscribers after many months, I am a little disappointed, but we must continue
🙌🏻❤️
You got this!!
You already inspire others ... which in the end seems to be your goal. No matter how many views or subscribers you have at this moment, you are on the way!!! Just go forward and enjoy the journey!
Thank you and much appreciation from Romania!!!
I appreciate your support 🥰
It’s amazing to me to see such similarities in the stories of new content creators and how we all face the same or similar fears before starting a channel. This is probably the 15th video I see about how TH-cam changed someone’s life and I’m so proud of you guys for taking the bull and riding it. Kudos to you!!! I to am speaking into existence my dreams and goals of getting to the point of making my own “how TH-cam changed my life” video. Stay tuned!!!
I know, it's amazing that despite how different we all are we have similar fears, motivations, and aspirations! I can't wait to see your own video 🥰
So inspiring! Thanks for sharing!! Just start over about 2 weeks ago, so this give me more confidence and ensure I’m doing the right thing! So I just have to keep going! ❤
You've already done the hardest part! Keep going 💕
You're AWESOME, Reese! This is the first time I've seen you, and I'm really glad I took the time to watch your video, if for no other reason than I have the same "issue" with the perfectionist part!!! I'm stalled, and having a really tough time getting past it.
It's definitely not something you can get over overnight. Continually and consistently challenge that part of yourself, even in small ways, and it will get easier over time!
Will do. Thanks Reese, and have a great day! You're the best!
Thank you for talking directly to me. I really needed this 😢
I'm so glad it resonated 😊
Do all of this topics and keep going i'm so proud of you and you really just made my day.
You’re a relatively small TH-cam channel right now, but congratulations on being on my top suggested videos today. I haven’t opened or uploaded a video in a while so it’s lovely to come by and see your humble video ❤
This means so much to me, thank you! 🥰
Been wanting to start for years and finally started this past month! Excited to see your channel and you grow!
I got you! Subbed to you ❤️
I'm so glad you took the leap!! Thank you for being here
You go girl!! This is the exact right mindset. You’ve inspired me to get back into it and just POST my videos (coming from a fellow perfectionist)🫶🏻
We perfectionists have to look out for each other, ya know? 😘
I really do ❤ your energy ,I would like to see some videos or photos from your trip.Please besafe and enjoy yourself.I hope you have a lot of success with your channel.Your story is so inspiring to me thank you for sharing.
Thank you!
This is great! If this is one of your first 50 videos, congratulations it does NOT suck good job 👍🏻
Love hearing this, just started my channel and cant wait to see where it goes and where I will be in four months time - keep building the dream 🙂
I love that! Best of luck 🩷
👏🏾
I know you’re stoked this video is at 100k🎉
Kudos!
Thanks for sharing, Reese! Love "If I set my mind to something, I can do hard things".
Anyone new to content creating like me? Don't give up! Continue creating and work towards our goal of quitting 9-5 to focus on our health, family and what makes us happy! All the best! ❤
I love that mindset 🩷
It's great that you've started TH-cam! I still struggle to even begin, despite wanting to for years. I also have the mindset that everything has to be perfect before I can upload it, which really bothers me and stops me from making any videos. My own voice and appearance when I speak sometimes bother me, but I need to make peace with that because it’s who I am. Recently, I've been thinking more seriously about starting a channel. I have the ideas, the gear, and the knowledge. Seeing this video popup on my homepage made me think again about taking a leap of faith and just start. Good luck and congratulations on your graduation! I hope you enjoyed Europe. Greetings from the Netherlands!
Hi Christina, thank you so much for sharing this! All of those things were part of what was keeping me from starting a channel too. If this is something you really want to do, absolutely go for it!! You never know what could come of it 💕
Reese, I just found your TH-cam! I myself just started on social media a little over a month ago and it was to get over social anxiety and help others as well. Thank you so much for this video, angel!
Hi!! I'm so so happy to hear you found it helpful. Best of luck on your own youtube journey 💕
Congratulations on taking a leap of faith Reese! I love and follow Ali Abdaal too! Consistency & perfectionism... Oh, man! I'm still struggling with those. I love how this content is very relatable and authentic. Subscribed! Keep creating, Reese!
I appreciate you!
Thank you!! You are inspiring to move thru my fear.
thank you for sharing your experience! we're all trying our absolute best but if anything, even just jumping over the hurdles of anxiety make it worth it. because thats a muscle we have to build anyway
It's so true ☺
Thank you sister. Great Video! You really encouraged a lot of small channels to move on and make more Content
I'm so glad 😊
yes to reading, productivity, and organization!
Thank you!! I will add all of those to the list ;)
Thank you for creating this, Reese. It's appreciated. I'm still trying to figure out a niche, but I do find value in what you say.
I've told myself I'm going to create to create. If ONE person finds value from something I share it's better than NO people finding value... so I've done some good. :)
God bless!
Hi Ted, I love this perspective! Starting out with the intention of just finding joy in the process of creating is the recipe for sustainability and success on here. I can't wait to see what value you bring to youtube!
This video is exactly what I needed today! I have been wanting to create content for soo long now and I finally feel like I’m almost ready to take the leap but still battling with the negative self talk and perfectionist mentality I have. I opened TH-cam for some inspo and with out even searching TH-cam knew exactly what I needed to watch
Get that first video posted ❤️🩹
That means so much to me that you felt inspired. You can do this - getting that first one up is the hardest part but once you get past that it WILL get easier with time 🩷
This is an awesome video! Thank you for sticking with it and not giving up
Thank you!
This came up on my feed, really love your authenticity! Thanks Reese!
🩷🥰
Truly great video gurl! Love the authenticity Braaaaavo! ❤