I married my husband at 19 we were married for 40 years then he passed away from brain cancer. I have noticed there are a lot of widows / widowers out there that just seem to be looking for some sort of support group / channel. I feel it would be good therapy for me too to try to start a channel. My daughter is really good with such things and came up with a cute suitable name for the channel and thumbnail.. hoping to get started sooner than later😊
You have a natural ease in front of the camera and I enjoy listening to your ideas. I don't have that confidence, so I'm starting small posting short clips (nothing that will ever be monetized). But it's still fun being creative and learning about editing, that I hope to gain experience from my little nothing-channel to do long form in the future.
I just want to say I’m a woman in my early sixties not looking to start a you tube channel but I still find your video very interesting and informative. I wish you all the luck in the world with your channel for you and your family ❤
I really love making TH-cam videos. I got to about 7000 subs quite fast but it has stalled a bit since. It can be demotivating when you put a lot into something and it just crawls. But I love it so I am keeping going for now. Great video.
It's obvious from here that you both work very hard, you've put a lot of effort into this venture and all your other projects, and I'm thrilled to see that it's paying off for you and that you now have a steady income to cover your needs, and hopefully save something for the future, too. May you go from strength to strength!
I love watching your videos. I started my channel kinda by accident. I uploaded some random videos to clear up some space on my phone. I had one video blow up.. It got over 8000 hours of watch time and 400+ subscribers. One video can really do it. I'm not monitzed yet and my hours are dropping now.. But I see the possibilities. I have a cheap old straight talk phone.. Not an iphone and use the editing app that comes with it. Nothing fancy, but I am learning as I go. Thanks for your encouragement to keep going.
Hi Katie, thanks for the encouragement, I am trying to do this now! I'm a bit of an amateur but getting better as I go and the people who leave comments are all really nice. My kids laugh at subscriber numbers, but I think you only fail when you give up, aye. I've always been a worker bee, so hoping to be able to branch out and do things a bit differently, income wise going forward!
I'm just here to preserve the memories. I made $100 in 2023 and just got paid my $100 for 2024 from adsense. I actually wanted all of my stuff to be commercial free, but one day I saw that youtube was advertising on my videos anyway, so I went ahead and monetized. I find making and editing videos to be fun/a creative outlet. I am still too busy raising family, growing food, and growing me to be able to put more into growing a business/income. But I'll still be around and probably even more boring when the kids are gone. 😊
Thank you! This is encouraging. I am trying to get going on this. But I haven't completely fallen into a groove yet. I am not monetized yet (need watch time) I am enjoying the community so far though.I had no idea how much was possible as a small channel. So hearing what you make helps me KNOW this is worth doing. THANK YOU!
I have been thinking about doing a blog, I have been dabbling in some self-sufficiency and learning things for a couple of years and next year we go full throttle we're going to be learning all things self-sufficiency next year including Mickey cheeses and basically doing everything from scratch also going to be launching our savings plan we want to purchase a small country home in cash just a little fixer upper and we are on the low income but I thought about doing a blog because... You know inspiration for other people if I'm going to do it you guys can do it too
Itll be a long time if i get monetised at all..i started a channel but my content doesnt really have a niche and im not in USA, im a grandmother, living on a rough and ready almost offgrid half built homestead in a foreign to me country with my eldest daughter,who is currently hospitalised,i have the children full time right now including an 8 week old baby..who take up every ounce of my energy,so ive not uploaded for a couple of weeks now. Must find a way to factor in videos..somehow, someway! There must be some folk would be interested in the trials ,tribulations and wins of doing what life is giving us right now?? Just keeping myself, the kiddos,and the animals breathing is my goal for today.
i just thought of this, what if people could buy "stock" of someones youtube channel, like betting on them being successful. I feel like i've watched quite a few youtubers start out in the beginning over the last 10 years or so and just take off!
I have thought about it, but I don’t know how it would affect my benefits from being disabled, obviously if I’m earning £2000 a month then that’s more then I get now at £800 odd a month. But not knowing what you would get and the unknown is tricky. Also I don’t know what the rules are in the uk. Obviously it’s probably different to the us. Lol I have made a couple of shorts on my worm farming but that’s not really something I’d wanna do long term. Maybe something like how my disabilities affect me and what I do and cooking,gardening, training my assistant/service dog and what we do together and how she helps me. There’s so many things I could do it would need to be a multi use channel I feel . I’m very shy/keep myself to myself and don’t mix so think I would struggle with people being unkind lol and when I’m in a bad place mentally I don’t want someone to say something that could trigger me. I also don’t wanna do stuff that would make my mum uncomfortable as she’s my main carer and she is very shy and again stays away from others coz they can be unkind. And if I was to get upset she would say why are you doing it to yourself and it’s my fault as I choose to do it, I feel sometimes I’m held back because of it but I don’t like to prove her right lol. Being 34 and never had a job or anything- have done volunteer work but that’s not the same in my mind. I don’t know lol so much to say but all pointless lol
I have two channels this one is my homesteading channel I also have a Gamming channel neither one has gotten any traction. You need to have some talent to make it work
Hello Katie, I'm a fan and I'm a mom and I who has been thinking about starting a yt channel years ago. I actually posted 3 videos and then stopped. And been watching a lot of how to start a yt channel vids this year. I think this bid will be the final one to really push me to get started. But my dilemma is if I make my vids in English or my native dialect (a dialect from the Philippines), but my family lives in Spain. What do you think?
Are you using the same microphone here as you did in your latest video? (Things you will be spending money on in 2025) They just look different. Maybe because you're holding this one and using the dead cat thing. I was going to get the Maybesta one you recommended in an older video, but if you're using a different one now, would you recommend that one instead? After watching so many videos reviewing mics my brain is mush..hahaha
We did upgrade mics since we are going on our trip to SE Asia and going to be vlogging more. The cheaper mic is great except for in the wind. It does ok in light wind, but its not great for vlogging tbh, especially not on islands and boats and stuff. If you are just going to be talking to the camera, inside, or even in a more controlled outdoor environment, it will be perfect. We invested a bit of money into our new mics - they are the DJI 2 and excellent quality - I have been very happy with them out in the world doing some practice vlogging. Not cheap, though. amzn.to/3C4qV9Q
How do you deal with all the haters? The people that make mean and hateful comments? Has this taken a toll on your mental health, or did you just get thicker skin? This would make a good video!
Given what the Trump administration is "promising" for 2025....TH-cam might not be here in the future...FYI: I am not a "doom gloomer" just....I pay attention...y'all do what you will
I married my husband at 19 we were married for 40 years then he passed away from brain cancer. I have noticed there are a lot of widows / widowers out there that just seem to be looking for some sort of support group / channel. I feel it would be good therapy for me too to try to start a channel. My daughter is really good with such things and came up with a cute suitable name for the channel and thumbnail.. hoping to get started sooner than later😊
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. I love your channel idea ❤️ It will be a wonderful support community for you and others.
That's a really cool idea :-)
Just got monetized in September! It’s a lot of work but so worth it. ❤
Congrats!!! I watch and love your channel 😊
You have a natural ease in front of the camera and I enjoy listening to your ideas. I don't have that confidence, so I'm starting small posting short clips (nothing that will ever be monetized). But it's still fun being creative and learning about editing, that I hope to gain experience from my little nothing-channel to do long form in the future.
You have made great efforts and now you are getting the return for it and that too in abundance! All the best
I just want to say I’m a woman in my early sixties not looking to start a you tube channel but I still find your video very interesting and informative. I wish you all the luck in the world with your channel for you and your family ❤
I just can’t believe you are doing all your editing, make thumbnails etc all on just an iPhone!! Simply amazing! I wish I was that smart
I really love making TH-cam videos. I got to about 7000 subs quite fast but it has stalled a bit since. It can be demotivating when you put a lot into something and it just crawls. But I love it so I am keeping going for now. Great video.
It's obvious from here that you both work very hard, you've put a lot of effort into this venture and all your other projects, and I'm thrilled to see that it's paying off for you and that you now have a steady income to cover your needs, and hopefully save something for the future, too. May you go from strength to strength!
Word sister word. We are on it.
i'm glad the algorithm recommended your channel to me.
I love watching your videos. I started my channel kinda by accident. I uploaded some random videos to clear up some space on my phone. I had one video blow up.. It got over 8000 hours of watch time and 400+ subscribers. One video can really do it. I'm not monitzed yet and my hours are dropping now.. But I see the possibilities. I have a cheap old straight talk phone.. Not an iphone and use the editing app that comes with it. Nothing fancy, but I am learning as I go. Thanks for your encouragement to keep going.
Hi Katie, thanks for the encouragement, I am trying to do this now! I'm a bit of an amateur but getting better as I go and the people who leave comments are all really nice. My kids laugh at subscriber numbers, but I think you only fail when you give up, aye. I've always been a worker bee, so hoping to be able to branch out and do things a bit differently, income wise going forward!
We have learned so much doing TH-cam. We just enjoy making content
Love you and your channel! I also watch Birdie and she is Great! Thanks for sharing your life and ideas.
Thank you for the info and encouragement!
Simply amazing!! Thanks for sharing and being an inspiration for me!
Great video. Just started my channel and excited for the journey
I'm just here to preserve the memories. I made $100 in 2023 and just got paid my $100 for 2024 from adsense. I actually wanted all of my stuff to be commercial free, but one day I saw that youtube was advertising on my videos anyway, so I went ahead and monetized.
I find making and editing videos to be fun/a creative outlet. I am still too busy raising family, growing food, and growing me to be able to put more into growing a business/income. But I'll still be around and probably even more boring when the kids are gone. 😊
Thank you! This is encouraging. I am trying to get going on this. But I haven't completely fallen into a groove yet. I am not monetized yet (need watch time) I am enjoying the community so far though.I had no idea how much was possible as a small channel. So hearing what you make helps me KNOW this is worth doing. THANK YOU!
We started our TH-cam channel this year and hope to be monetized in 2025! Thanks for the inspiration to keep going!
I just checked out your channel and it’s great! It’s going to do great! Keep going 😁
@@raisingwildflowersAwesome! Thank you for the encouragement! It means a lot!
Kinda thinking about starting a vlog channel as a silversmith, and a business owner... who knows maybe I could make money or day
could you do a video about how to easily launch your own merch? And how much is your merch generating?
You are so creative! I have urged my daughter to start a TH-cam Channel. She would be a natural. Sharing with her.
Thank you 😊 She really should!
Thank you for your video! It’s really helpful!
I have been thinking about doing a blog, I have been dabbling in some self-sufficiency and learning things for a couple of years and next year we go full throttle we're going to be learning all things self-sufficiency next year including Mickey cheeses and basically doing everything from scratch also going to be launching our savings plan we want to purchase a small country home in cash just a little fixer upper and we are on the low income but I thought about doing a blog because... You know inspiration for other people if I'm going to do it you guys can do it too
Hello!🌼
Love your content, thank you for sharing!🤗
Blessings💜💜💜
Itll be a long time if i get monetised at all..i started a channel but my content doesnt really have a niche and im not in USA, im a grandmother, living on a rough and ready almost offgrid half built homestead in a foreign to me country with my eldest daughter,who is currently hospitalised,i have the children full time right now including an 8 week old baby..who take up every ounce of my energy,so ive not uploaded for a couple of weeks now. Must find a way to factor in videos..somehow, someway! There must be some folk would be interested in the trials ,tribulations and wins of doing what life is giving us right now?? Just keeping myself, the kiddos,and the animals breathing is my goal for today.
Hi from Mississippi.
i just thought of this, what if people could buy "stock" of someones youtube channel, like betting on them being successful. I feel like i've watched quite a few youtubers start out in the beginning over the last 10 years or so and just take off!
How do you deal with bad comments and inconfidence?
I am working towards monetization as a mom who gardens. Its harder to make cooking videos i feel like but yes its just stuff were doing everyday.
Mee!!! I’m going to be starting mine in 2025!!🎉
That is so exciting!! Do you know what your channel is going to be about yet?
Hello fella Virginian.
I have thought about it, but I don’t know how it would affect my benefits from being disabled, obviously if I’m earning £2000 a month then that’s more then I get now at £800 odd a month. But not knowing what you would get and the unknown is tricky. Also I don’t know what the rules are in the uk. Obviously it’s probably different to the us. Lol
I have made a couple of shorts on my worm farming but that’s not really something I’d wanna do long term. Maybe something like how my disabilities affect me and what I do and cooking,gardening, training my assistant/service dog and what we do together and how she helps me. There’s so many things I could do it would need to be a multi use channel I feel . I’m very shy/keep myself to myself and don’t mix so think I would struggle with people being unkind lol and when I’m in a bad place mentally I don’t want someone to say something that could trigger me. I also don’t wanna do stuff that would make my mum uncomfortable as she’s my main carer and she is very shy and again stays away from others coz they can be unkind. And if I was to get upset she would say why are you doing it to yourself and it’s my fault as I choose to do it, I feel sometimes I’m held back because of it but I don’t like to prove her right lol. Being 34 and never had a job or anything- have done volunteer work but that’s not the same in my mind.
I don’t know lol so much to say but all pointless lol
Would love one of those hoddies but I’m in the uk so don’t think I can get them
13:30 also it would help break some stigma around it
Curious what you do for taxes since youtube sends 1099s. Tax accountant or software similar to turbtax?
I do my own taxes with TurboTax. It's super easy with the 1099
I have two channels this one is my homesteading channel I also have a Gamming channel neither one has gotten any traction. You need to have some talent to make it work
I have my TH-cam channel and I love making content to my brazilian followers ❤
Hello Katie, I'm a fan and I'm a mom and I who has been thinking about starting a yt channel years ago. I actually posted 3 videos and then stopped. And been watching a lot of how to start a yt channel vids this year. I think this bid will be the final one to really push me to get started. But my dilemma is if I make my vids in English or my native dialect (a dialect from the Philippines), but my family lives in Spain. What do you think?
How fast can i expect to grow my channel? I’m afraid that i won’t be able to replace my full time job with youtube.
I am trying to figure out how to start
Another good ‘un!
Are you using the same microphone here as you did in your latest video? (Things you will be spending money on in 2025) They just look different. Maybe because you're holding this one and using the dead cat thing. I was going to get the Maybesta one you recommended in an older video, but if you're using a different one now, would you recommend that one instead? After watching so many videos reviewing mics my brain is mush..hahaha
We did upgrade mics since we are going on our trip to SE Asia and going to be vlogging more. The cheaper mic is great except for in the wind. It does ok in light wind, but its not great for vlogging tbh, especially not on islands and boats and stuff. If you are just going to be talking to the camera, inside, or even in a more controlled outdoor environment, it will be perfect. We invested a bit of money into our new mics - they are the DJI 2 and excellent quality - I have been very happy with them out in the world doing some practice vlogging. Not cheap, though. amzn.to/3C4qV9Q
@@raisingwildflowers Thank you! Sounds like the other mic would be perfect for me to get started then I can upgrade later.
How do you deal with all the haters? The people that make mean and hateful comments? Has this taken a toll on your mental health, or did you just get thicker skin? This would make a good video!
She talked about this in her previous video. The Q&A with her husband.
I just sent you a message about starting a TH-cam channel and my social anxiety is already telling me that I left a dumb message.😫
That was just your social anxiety being unreasonable lol. I messaged you back :)
@raisingwildflowers thank you
🙏🏻🫂
Given what the Trump administration is "promising" for 2025....TH-cam might not be here in the future...FYI: I am not a "doom gloomer" just....I pay attention...y'all do what you will
oh gosh lol What are these made up plans he has for youtube?
Did he do something to TH-cam the 1st time he was President? Who in the world are you listening to? Oh goodness , don't be so gullible.
lol 😂
Trumpers are in for a wake up call..you can't fix stupid😅
Just a idea post recipe so we can snap a pic for our self to follow the recipe I'm a visual person... thanks 😊 🫂 🙏🏻