Fair play to you for sharing this - you don't get the full picture generally, so to hear that 'some years can be tough' is very valuable. Anyway, I think you did the right thing by sacrificing income to look after your health. Looking forward to seeing more videos when you're feeling stronger!
thanks Martin! definitely tough to see in black and white what income I've sacrificed, but it was definitely the right choice to sacrifice that instead of my health
thanks! don't get me wrong, creating content is important for me too (I truly love putting useful things out into the world!) but I do think I'm finding a better balance these days
The co-working club lives strong! Seeing Charli without the brand hair was surprising. 😂 I am happy that you're doing well, no pressure, honestly. Take your time, figure things out and catch your breath. Cheering for you!
I’ve basically taken 3 years off for my health and because of burnout. Only work part-time. Struggling to get my side biz going at a somewhat sustainable clip. So I completely feel this! Not having a good way to make money without me going on a shoot so it can function without is something Im struggling with to so super glad you’re talking about. Also, love the redesign so far of Kit! Fantastic job!
I believe the untold story here is that you were able to increase the income from your main day job, which allowed you to regain time and take more rest. In previous years, you may have had more streams of income, which resulted in more overall income; however, that was more time spent after your main day job, which took energy. Thank you for your transparency in sharing these types of videos.
Taking time off for your health is important. In a world that focuses on ever increasing growth, if you can sit back and know that you're still satisfied with your progress, that's all that matters.
Burnout is so real. I was laid off in January and I've been so burned out I decided to take the year off. Job market is bad so perfect time to just relax and not stress about the grind. Savings are important af because tech burnout WILL happen sadly.
I always love watching these each year and I know how vulnerable it can feel sharing when you feel like you’ve “failed” or haven’t met your goals. But honestly there is sooo much value here and so many insights for us fellow creators. We talk a lot about burnout but this really shows you in black and white the long term flow on effect of it! - Ellen
Also I’ve really started to notice for some reason the internet has normalised year on year growth when that’s actually incredibly not normal for the majority of businesses and we shouldn’t be pressuring ourselves to see that!
I think it's a lot to put on yourself to essentially work 2 jobs. I'm not a CD level but with 2 children I don't have any bandwidth for any extra curriculars and try to use my small amount of free time to focus on things I like to do like quilting and reading. I also know I have a non-complete at my role so I'm not able to do any freelance work at this time that is related to my day job so that takes some stress off me as well. Essentially, I hope you have found a better balance for yourself.
It's been a stressful year work-wise because we rebranded the company (and I led the project!) but even with that going on I do feel like I've had better balance. I've been spending a lot of time sewing which has brought me so much joy!
it wasn't lack of motivation or focus that caused me to stop working on other income streams, it was burnout! I still have tons of ideas for my business I want to act on, but I'm lacking energy to act on them right now. Luckily, my Creative Director income means I don't have to push past that to pay my bills 🙏
this is gross income. Since taxes are wildly different for different individuals in different countries, I find it's most useful to make these reports about what I earned, not what I took home.
Hi I am a new subscriber, I study in SIT invercargill New Zealand, doing a masters program. if you don't mind can you help me with my research which is based on remote work in New Zealand. I got the permission from ethics community to distribute the questionnaires. Can you give me ideas how to find remote workers in New Zealand.
Finally found someone who is having 5+ revenue streams from content+courses cluster ...AND has a full-time job. Similar story cooking up at my end here, so really appreciate you sharing your journey. Love from India! Cheers
Fair play to you for sharing this - you don't get the full picture generally, so to hear that 'some years can be tough' is very valuable.
Anyway, I think you did the right thing by sacrificing income to look after your health. Looking forward to seeing more videos when you're feeling stronger!
thanks Martin! definitely tough to see in black and white what income I've sacrificed, but it was definitely the right choice to sacrifice that instead of my health
It actually has been very refreshing to see you focus on important things rather than just all content creation things.
thanks! don't get me wrong, creating content is important for me too (I truly love putting useful things out into the world!) but I do think I'm finding a better balance these days
Always find these videos so interesting and inspiring - love your transparency and consistency with these reports, Charli!
Not many people are brave enough to talk about this publically. Thank you for being you! ❤
thank YOU for watching and for your support!
The co-working club lives strong!
Seeing Charli without the brand hair was surprising. 😂
I am happy that you're doing well, no pressure, honestly. Take your time, figure things out and catch your breath.
Cheering for you!
you're truly the best Osaro!
Thank you Charli - you're an inspiration and we value you sharing your journey - the highs and the lows.
That was really interesting to watch. I appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. Mil gracias Charli
Glad you enjoyed it Katherine!
I’ve basically taken 3 years off for my health and because of burnout. Only work part-time. Struggling to get my side biz going at a somewhat sustainable clip. So I completely feel this!
Not having a good way to make money without me going on a shoot so it can function without is something Im struggling with to so super glad you’re talking about.
Also, love the redesign so far of Kit! Fantastic job!
Thank you for the transparency
I believe the untold story here is that you were able to increase the income from your main day job, which allowed you to regain time and take more rest.
In previous years, you may have had more streams of income, which resulted in more overall income; however, that was more time spent after your main day job, which took energy. Thank you for your transparency in sharing these types of videos.
Yeyyy new video! Hope you are doing well!
Taking time off for your health is important. In a world that focuses on ever increasing growth, if you can sit back and know that you're still satisfied with your progress, that's all that matters.
definitely in a phase of mental health growth rather than income growth!
love all your content ;)
thank you!
Burnout is so real. I was laid off in January and I've been so burned out I decided to take the year off. Job market is bad so perfect time to just relax and not stress about the grind. Savings are important af because tech burnout WILL happen sadly.
I always love watching these each year and I know how vulnerable it can feel sharing when you feel like you’ve “failed” or haven’t met your goals. But honestly there is sooo much value here and so many insights for us fellow creators. We talk a lot about burnout but this really shows you in black and white the long term flow on effect of it! - Ellen
Also I’ve really started to notice for some reason the internet has normalised year on year growth when that’s actually incredibly not normal for the majority of businesses and we shouldn’t be pressuring ourselves to see that!
Thank you Ellen! And one day I will have a redemption story and be able to host an event in your beautiful space 🙏
I think it's a lot to put on yourself to essentially work 2 jobs. I'm not a CD level but with 2 children I don't have any bandwidth for any extra curriculars and try to use my small amount of free time to focus on things I like to do like quilting and reading. I also know I have a non-complete at my role so I'm not able to do any freelance work at this time that is related to my day job so that takes some stress off me as well.
Essentially, I hope you have found a better balance for yourself.
It's been a stressful year work-wise because we rebranded the company (and I led the project!) but even with that going on I do feel like I've had better balance. I've been spending a lot of time sewing which has brought me so much joy!
Do you think the creative director income caused lack of motivation or focus for other areas. You inspire me
it wasn't lack of motivation or focus that caused me to stop working on other income streams, it was burnout! I still have tons of ideas for my business I want to act on, but I'm lacking energy to act on them right now. Luckily, my Creative Director income means I don't have to push past that to pay my bills 🙏
@@charlimarieTV let's hope 2025 is a better year
At the end of the day I think you made the right decision to take some time off. I did wonder though, is this number gross or net income?
this is gross income. Since taxes are wildly different for different individuals in different countries, I find it's most useful to make these reports about what I earned, not what I took home.
Hi I am a new subscriber, I study in SIT invercargill New Zealand, doing a masters program. if you don't mind can you help me with my research which is based on remote work in New Zealand. I got the permission from ethics community to distribute the questionnaires. Can you give me ideas how to find remote workers in New Zealand.
I got you from chatgpt😂🎉
Are you married ?
How is this relevant?
Finally found someone who is having 5+ revenue streams from content+courses cluster ...AND has a full-time job.
Similar story cooking up at my end here, so really appreciate you sharing your journey.
Love from India!
Cheers