Do you think content creation is truly as easy as it’s made out to be, or is there more behind the scenes that we don't see? What’s the biggest misconception you’ve heard about how to make money online through UA-cam? Do you agree that UA-cam monetization is harder than people think, or do you believe anyone can make it if they try hard enough? Also, what percent is your phone 🔋 on I'm on 93% and it's 1:47 PM 🥰
Ppl who are good at UA-cam make it look easy, but in general , most ppl lack skill, discipline and outright “Q-factor “ aka, Camera Charisma, to be able to draw ppl in. I believe you have to be a decent speaker as well, limited “um, uhhh, like, you know “ which is harder than ppl think it is
Hearing that UA-cam is on "easy mode" has always made me angry. I have a new UA-cam channel called "The in my 20's diaries" and it has showed me how growth actually is. But I have had many youtube channels and the one thing I know is that content creation is very much a long game. It only works if you are willing to put in a ton of effort on the front end without any validation. So, I am so glad that you made this video because the number one way to discourage people is to give them an unfair/untrue view of how much work content creation really is.
You are so right about putting in the tone of effort up front without any validation!! That is the exact point that most people stop, I wish you well on your journey💓
I have 967 videos w 342 subscribers. Usually shorts cuz its easier. I'm onto a theory about resonation that is EARTH SHATTERING I think... I am also a silly person who can make people laugh... thanks for saying the truth! UA-cam is on "easy mode" for UA-cam. Free content to profit off of, we should all b so lucky... oh yeah 4.5k thumbs up. If thumbs mattered I'd be cover up in success....
The algorithm is sending me the same videos, only a few people making a decent living on YT. It's a hard grind people need to be realistic and DO NOT QUIT YOUR JOB IN THIS ECONOMY TO PURSUE UA-cam !!!. It can be a side hustle until you see consistent income, most people lack discipline and will quit when they don't go viral in month 1.
My UA-cam algorithm is constantly recommending videos on quitting your 9-5 to start of UA-cam channel but if everyone quits there 9-5 job who is going to make these UA-camrs their $12 iced coffees 😂
I felt this whole video. I just started my own channel (not this one) for educational content, last month. I recently did a whole 101 presentation. I recorded it THREE times. Over 2.5hrs of video. AND I'm still struggling with getting my audio right because I'm hitting all of these learning curves. Took me 5 days to edit & cut it down to 35min. And all I can do is hope that the information hits people 🥲 But I'm going to keep pushing with my little 35 views per video lol.
Content creation is a marathon, not a sprint. Therefore, it's better to take it step by step instead of trying to 'blow up' overnight. Organic growth is more likely to yield long-term results.
I just recently found out that it took one of my favorite UA-camrs 4 yrs to get monetized and even then she said it wasn’t enough to quit her 9 to 5 right away.
@MyBlazingLife Wow, that is quite a story!😯 But at least it presents a more realistic idea of the type of effort that building a successful UA-cam channel takes.
I feel this started with Dough dash if you ever heard of her. She blew up and she is posting continuously saying anyone can do it. I feel you on this. It test your will. I been at it for a year and a half and I let go of getting monetized so I can keep going. It is really rough and thanks for letting everyone know!
I find it fascinating with people who had a unique story who then say everyone can do it. As a big dreamer I can agree that it shows it’s possible but they often seem to miss to understand why they blew up and that it will not be everyone’s path even if they follow what they did.
Content creation has been the most gut wrenching and rewarding and growth building work I've ever done. It's taken me 4 years to get to where I am and I'm happy if this is all it gets to because it pays the bills and the Starbucks haha and I don't have to leave the house but UA-cam can make anyone successful as long as they are willing to wait years and go thru the trenches lol
Any career offers the same rewards. Everything is hard work…you have to grind the early years to reap the rewards in the future. But the stigma people have against office jobs these days will always have them broke.
Symone is NOT lying!! I had two channels from 2014-2019. When I had them babies, I had to make a hard decision to delete and or privatize my channels. There was NO time to effectively parent and to keep doing UA-cam with all the behind the scenes work involved. My husband and I don’t believe in hiring nannies so that wasn’t an option. I chose my family without regrets. I created a new profile just to be a viewer and subscriber. NO more videos, no trolls, no ever changing YT guidelines, no channel strikes, no spammed comments, no false copyright claims, no stolen content, no doxing, etc. Now I’m on easy mode 😊.
What I love about “easy mode” above everything else is that it’s bringing back an appreciation for being authentic. As the saying goes “It’s better to be hated for who you are than to be loved for who you’re not”. Best wishes to every here on their UA-cam journey 🙏🏾
Ppl talk about the lack of media literacy, but I think one thing that seems obvious to some but not to others is when someone is trying to sell you a dream. Most of the content on social media telling you how to be successful is crap. In regular life off line ppl don't go around telling everybody how they make money lol. Ppl aren't out here giving away cheat codes. Why would they? Anybody who has a course, or a paid community, or white board is a scammer lol. So many big youtubers have free videos where they tell you exactly what they did to make it for free. There's no secret sauce.
You are very right! You can learn how to do things for free most of the time the advice is to simply just keep doing the thing so no need to buy a dream that you won't really follow
As a person who just started with long form content I really don't see where that easy mode is coming from. Just getting the sound right is a challenge and I haven't started with adding my own clips yet. These people believe in the business of telling people that things are easy and they do get views because people like lies. They don't want to take the time and grow a channel centered around what they are passionate about. Great video as always ❤
The algo hates me lol! BUT I am also ok taking the long road. I think that’s where people get it messed up. They want quick successes up here. But it truly takes time to get the folks that will gravitate to you and stay. It’s ok to not be an overnight success. Just keep posting!!❤
Honestly I don’t know how yall do UA-cam I started it and then I was like naw this isn’t for me I couldn’t put in the hours while having a full time job so I had to pick one. But I love how honest she is about everything that’s why I’m always watching ❤❤❤❤
One video a week or even one a day goes a long way....even one a month of that's all that your schedule allows. But look at it like this...those hours that you dedicate to watching the content of others could go to creating your own. 💡
You’re absolutely right about people lying about UA-cam is on “easy mode”. I’ve had times where I took a break from posting because those I felt like I was behind bc I wasn’t at the same point as other creators. But now I’m back to being consistent and enjoying what I do. But thank you for speaking on this bc I’m tired of the misconception that UA-cam is easy and that everyone can do it. Also I love you vids 😊
Wooow Sis you came with it girl on this easy mode trend !!! You articulating with passion and accuracy the REAL challenges and struggles of a UA-cam content creator. I've been starting and restarting channels for years with little success, but something in me just won't quit even though i feel like quitting every week. THANK YOU sooooo much🔥🔥🔥
It took me 4 years I think to be monetized. And I used to have quite consistent income but now it’s down to half of what I used to earn. And I have heard this is true for many creators right now so this “easy mode” thing is truly a lie. (Not sharing this to be doom and gloom just that it doesn’t reflect what many creators actually are dealing with)
It is 11:50 PM while I'm watching this in the background while working on content while horribly sick and having had to work over 40 hours at my day job sick before leaving to work on content. It is a grind. Ironically, UA-cam knew I needed this video at this exact moment lol.
UA-camrs are overpaid by several orders of magnitude, which is why people say it’s “easy mode” but what makes it hard is obviously there’s no guarantee that anyone will watch your content, so you have to just get lucky to make “easy mode” money.
The phrase easy mode obscures the demanding reality behind everything that goes into videos before uploading. From the outside, it looks straightforward enough: you make a video, upload it, and if the algorithm is kind, you’ve got yourself an audience and maybe even a paycheck. The truth is that for every creator who “makes it,” there are thousands in near obscurity, pouring endless hours into videos that go nowhere, waiting for a break that might never come. I posted a video about this on my channel too.
That's the reason you're my fav UA-camr - cos you're 100% you and it feels genuine. I first came across you with the "you're not that girl" video. You make me laugh out loud while telling me the things I need to hear - keep doing you.
I have nothing wrong with writing the trend because it is good For the creator's growth If covered well but the problem is a lot of people aren't putting their spin on anything!
I just commented something similar to this on another channel about what I wish I would have known before making my first video. My answer was that I wish I would have known how hateful people will be for no apparent reason. And how people will only watch a couple of minutes (if even that) before making an incorrect judgment and commenting the most outlandish stuff. If I wasn’t doing this for the creative outlet, it definitely wouldn’t be worth it simply due to how rude some people think they can be without cause or consequence. “Easy mode” my behind! 😅
This is why I’m so hesitant on making a channel. I don’t want to deal with that type of mess. I was thinking about doing one on my profession where I don’t use my face or anything because there is a lack of understanding in my field.
👍🏽Thank you for keeping it a buck. Like literally, I had to stop listening to all the noise and caring about the results. In order to keep going and stay creative while failing forward, there are no shortcuts. I remember I had the flu and my video was due soon. I had to edit every two hours cause that’s how long it took me to gather my strength and I still couldn’t finish that day. This is not for the week.
Listen! I literally was just saying these easy mode and dough dash templates is going to mess up a whole lotta people. They gonna be stuck having to create content about making money creating content... without the chance to create their content they intended to share with the world. I'll be patience..
@missmatti lol... I like her but people are just taking her titles and coming up from that. Not realizing they maybe setting themselves up😬 I pray all small youtubers sucess🤩
@@coverednaturals several others in the comments mentioned her so I had to check her up! ☺️ Even searching her name I could see people trying to piggy back off on her content.
I love how you engage your community, there are many people who come to your posts and give thoughtful input ❤️❤️❤️ that’s actually one of my favorite things about your channel.
OMG! I was just having this UA-cam work ethic conversation with someone this morning. And.....I had a similar audio mishap you had and it took me almost 3 days to fix it so, I guess I've been in the mud too. I am on my way up and don't mind doing the hard work to get there. I love UA-cam and I know it's now "Easy Mode" from experience.
Ive seen one woman having her little moment on UA-cam and now she is preaching that we all need a UA-cam. Now of course b she has an e book. If you’re just doing YT just for the money its not going to work. Gotta have a passion for whatever you’re doing your videos on
Shorts, Community Post, and Vertical Live Streaming are what I'm assuming they mean by Easy Mode. I can say that shorts is how I got monetized and how I went from 2,400 to 500,000 subscribers. I push alot of content out and have been up at 3am for a couple of weeks( I now have a video editor for my long form and I have an audio editor for my podcast) . Now, it feels easier than where I started because of the consistency, discipline, wisdom, and building a team. I also did hire a UA-cam strategy business coach because I wanted it to be easier but I knew I would have to be better educated for that to happen. I also just talked to my mentor about content creators does not mean that they are brands or businesses. Because a lot of them treat this as a hobby when this is a full-blown operation. From the brand deals with negotiations and contracts to production equipment to learning to film for the edit, this is a full-time job. I love your videos and I do see the work that you put in. I can say I am also surprised that your channel doesn't have more subscribers when you produce quality content every single upload and fun Community polls.
You can use Shorts to get quick views and subs. However, the problem is you can end up with a channel with half a million subs, that is not getting barely any views on long-form videos.
This whole “easy mode” trend is just that - a trend. As a small UA-camr I know for a fact UA-cam is NOT easy. It takes strategy and authenticity and creativity. And that takes WORK.
You are so right! I started posting videos 2 months ago about my weight loss & self-improvement journey and I knew it was going to be a lot of work (especially as a perfectionist & procrastinator haha), but it I did not expect at the beginning to work on a video for 40 hours! (I am getting quicker luckily) Cause it doesn’t look like I spend so much on it 🥲 I still have a lot to learn, but I know it ain’t easy mode.
This is exactly where I am right now. Wondering what these creators could possibly be talking about. I have 70 subscribers and I think that's amazing. But I honestly think they're all merciful people, because I have ZERO editing skills and hearing my voice back, sucks. But I'm about to get on my bicycle though, you just opened my eyes. New subscriber here. Thanx.
I’m trying to make my first video literally RIGHT NOW and I’m going through it 😭 I haven’t even put my content up yet and I know ‘easy mode’ is far from the truth!
Appreciate you so much for this. I had a channel in 2020 because I felt so lonely (for obvious reasons) and while it was a fun way to try to connect with friends and feel less alone (with the hopes of helping others feel less lonely too) it was a LABOR OF LOVE and I wasn't even in it for the money. So thanks for keeping it real! Always love your content and for making sure others know what's up.
Symone, I have to say that you have quickly become one of my favorite UA-camrs! Your realness & humility is everything. I’ve had my channel for over 10 years and just decided to lock in recently with shorts and I am seeing growth ! I’m a little nervous about tapping back into long form because it’s a beast 😅! Thank you for all you do . P.S. You inspired me to do my own micro locs I am installing them tommorow 🥳🥳
You are speaking the truth! editing videos takes so much longer than people think, and until I graduate with my master's I won't have time to edit the way I want to. But that's okay! I'll keep trying when I can so that I can continue to learn!
You told no lies! It is SO much work and takes so much persistence with no immeadiate results. Ppl dont really wanna hear that its hard because its an unconventional job and is perceived as aspirational. So creators dont tell the truth. Noone really wants to hear that social media is hard when they are working a 9-5 for not much. So people say its easy, fun etc - ppl try to do it and quit thinking they arent cut out for it. When in reality building an audience as a 'nobody' takes years 🤷♀️ years of consistency and persistence with little immeadiate tangible results
Love your videos Symone! You actually inspired me to clean up my financial health and think about what I’m spending. Appreciate how much effort you put into your commentary and editing!!
Thank you for this video. It is so refreshing!!!! You are speaking the truth about these "easy mode" videos. I am so tired of seeing them recommended for me. It's the same recycled advice over and over, now packaged as "easy mode."
THANK YOU. I am a very small monetized creator and these videos are not it. It has been a freaking grind and now I'm making what, $100 a month? 😆99.9% of people doing this for money are going to be sorely disappointed.
I love this video. I am a content creator but I went about a year without creating content because I was overthinking the whole process and getting discouraged at how much time it took and how overwhelmed I felt. But now I have been trying to just upload and go with whatever is in my heart, and not focus so much on presenting a polished presentation. So now I'm like...whatever. I'll take my Samsung phone, shoot the footage, upload it to Windows Movie Maker, and do the best I can to make it do what it do👍! THANK YOU SO MUCH for this message! I totally resonated with everything you said. God bless 🙏!
Any kind of creative art is not gonna work without passion and interest in Long run. I am an artist. I do oil ,acrylic and digital sometimes. I tell this to my students. I also told others here on. YT they just got mad. If u are making art to pay bills Thats ok ,do that but it wont be going non stop and you Will feel burnt. Only if u like it and want it as a passion or dream will it remain .thats what I learnt in life. And ppl With no exp called me obnoxius...its sad because They dnt realise I lived it. Im older and my greys are there for a reason. I experienced a lot of these things made a lot of mistakes. I am just sharing that. You have to be at it. Not easy.
Thank you for making a video about this! It's a lie! 😅 I had soo many 10/10s 😢😂 5:17 Preach! I've had so many nights when I was editing for over 8 hours...no sleep, in order to get the job done.
I feel you with that. Then, after doing all that hard work filming and editing only to wake up the next morning with only 5 views on a video you spent hours editing.
I’m new to UA-cam but I totally agree with you , there’s nothing easy about UA-cam . It’s long term hard work , consistency and dedication that makes anyone successful on UA-cam 😊
I am not going to lie i was going to move on half way through but you warmed up at the 9 min mark and you drew me in and i subscribed. I started almost a month ago with 550 subs and still trying to figure out how to do it right. It is hard but i am determined to figure it out. Mainly for the financial freedom but i see the competition and i am like i can do that better. Not bragging just that i have more of a skillset. Bravo and I will keep watching you Symone.
I had a UA-cam channel and I didn’t have the time or energy for it. Also didn’t want to deal with the comments. I agree, I don’t think it’s easy. Definitely not easy to build up a channel from nothing!!!!
OMG this is one of the best and realest video I’ve watched on this topic! Ever since this dough dash chaos been happening I’ve been seeing a trend of these type of videos from a pleather of channels some are good advice and some are deceiving.
@ She calls herself dough dash she was doing door dash then She basically blew up and is trending. It’s a back and forth argument on rather she is a scam or not type in dough dash exposed or scam there’s Several videos about it . She telling people almost everything you saying in this video. She was selling a $19 course with a lot of incomplete information for lack of better words. Some quit there jobs listening to her. She also said you don’t need fancy thumbnails etc etc
I'd love to see you react to your first youtube video. :3 I just started streaming for fun, and I try not to get myself down with how bad I am at it. It'd be nice to see how you were when you started, since I absolutely love your content now!
This might sound dumb, but one of the reasons I started my channel this year was to get a job. I'm an artist looking to work in production in the entertainment industry, and I created my channel so I can showcase my personality thinking, "maybe they'll skip the interview step if they see what I'm like ahead of time" 😆 But I've also always wanted a creative channel, and if it gets monetized along the way then yay! But I truly do wanna put up the best content I can create, even if I am a noob lol
I honestly can't imagine how much work goes into videos! I never learned in school any editing programs, so to go out independently and figure that out is so impressive.
Stuff that is worth watching sadly doesn't get viewed because it probably not messy or gossip. I ve seen cats licking milk and dogs starring into the camera go viral. I was like what the hell?! Just have to stay at it.
Thank you for this!!! Im currently revamping my youtube channel 🥰 people keep attempting to discourage me about my channel and I’m not listening. Im doing this for fun and to meet people who love reading as much as i do ❤️ it’s levels to this! Im not quitting my job no matter how big my account grows. When you chase money you catch failure.
No lies told! I have been on UA-cam for 4 years. I am not interested in all that editing stuff you mentioned. I have many travel vlogs to places that are beautiful yet uncommon. However, most are still sitting in the editing mode. About an hour into the process, I become completely disenchanted. I also don't like making the thumbnails. I love your channel and content young lady.
They be making videos like “UA-cam on easy mode with like 900 subscribers, and I’m just like “but who even are you though?!” what is your channel even about? What value are you even providing? I never even click on any more of their videos because it’s like what for? Lol. “UA-cam on easy mode”… like And?! Loll 😅
Being a UA-camr is definitely not easy. I've been doing this for almost 5 years and still feel like I'm just starting. But the thing is, I create content because I love the process of filming and editing, posting is just the bonus😊
When it comes to all things in life you gotta take risks, if there's no risks there's no rewards. Achieving success rather it's physical, spiritual, or financial it's all about trial and error with consistency and A LOT of persistence. There's no such thing as "easy mode" when you're trying to make a name for yourself building an empire or a legacy in your name.
If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is! I've been grinding hard for 4 years, just started my new channel, 3rd time is the charm. It is so flipping hard! I have videos that are TRASH! I had to figure out mics, footage, editing, tech, ... It's flipping so hard. Thanks, Enjoy the journey, lets go get it!
You are so correct , the amount of effort have been putting into editing and posting for about 2 months now , if not that i enjoy creating videos , i would have given up , cause its not on easy mode at all . They lying for sure
Yeah I have a channel that just monetized two months ago - and you’re right. It’s a lot of content creation with zero views and subscribers and it’s hard. I’ve sunk a lot of time and money in to video and editing and getting equipment. It is NOT easy mode - it’s a lot of upfront work and investment with uncertain outcomes. Do UA-cam only if you’re passionate and can take the time and energy to find your tribe of subscribers on UA-cam
It took me just shy of a year to hit monetization, it isn't easy. I had to find my niche. I had to find my niche inside that niche. And even now, it is currently my first month monetized, I've only made about $150 before taxes. But I learn everyday and that's all that matters.
You dont need any conditions do to affiliate marketing on youtube. You can post all the links in the description. All you need to do is sign up for am affiliate program, which is free.
@helenarichard My content doesn't focus on a niche tailored to sales, but I do work as an affiliate for Amazon and a couple other companies. My comment is the amount I've made on UA-cam solely from UA-cam (AdSense, Super Chats, Memberships.) I don't group my income ffom affilates, book sales as an author, or paid promo content on Tiktok into one stream, though on the same brand. Mainly for tax purposes but also to better track analytics on what works. But Adsense, boy is that a grind.
I was going to start a budget channel next month... The thought of having to record same video again after making a recording error! I better have words with my nephew
Color grade won this fight 😭 But I do understand what you mean when people say that UA-cam is on easy mode . What I have seen is a wild increase of either new political reaction channels or TikTok reaction channels. Also, Mukbang’s seem to be coming back but to a healthy side. And what I’m noticing too is people are doing topics that they don’t seem like they have a true passion for, but it has a high CPM rate like finance or beauty.
i agree 100% i did a video similar to this cause like what the hell. no one has seen it cause I'm still in the beginning stages, there is differently NO EASY MOOD. I'm glad someone else agrees and putting out there...high 5
3 am davinci projects to add another layer of exhaustion because of crashes and not being able to render and realizing its because of storage...I FELT THAT
As someone who has built 3 youtube channels, I agree with 100% of what you said! The people that believe it's easy mode are the ones making content-cow channels with AI voices and scripts. It took me 2 years of uploaded every week to get monetized and start making some pennies lol this stuff is not for the weak!
I tried affiliate marketing with WordPress, blogspot, now looking into UA-cam. I simply do not have the energy for it anymore. Thought I would make a good beauty channel. I just dont have the energy to act enthousiastic about stuff anymore. The golden age of beauty blogging is over and you have to have really amazing channels to stand out. I'm from Europe too so any UA-cam income would be taxed at 30% flat rate for diverse income tax. Maybe a faceless channel where I talk about daily life and relevant problems would be cool or me and my dad doing useful chores. But you need a ton of motivation.
Yeah, people need to cut it out. Just made a video about the same thing. The only thing "easy" about UA-cam is pressing the record button on your phone or camera.
Reaction videos are where the money is at. Reacting to other people’s content…you started to see success when your channel switched up too. Actually creating content that people want to watch is hard, reacting to tik tok and other content and just slapping your face in and doing some editing is easy. Don’t play yourself
You are forgetting the copyright issue that come with such channels. That is why those reactions channels only react to small to mid content creators, cause most of them won't Copyright strike, and won't take you to court like the big channels. You can build such channels, but it only take 3 content creators to Copyright strike your channels to remove you permanently from UA-cam.
Thank you for this video!! ❤Serious question "When is it ok to all it quits?" (Or better under which circumstances) How many year's of trying everything and feelings worse and wrose? I mean don't get me wrong at least I think I got better over the years, even when the stats are telling a different story 😅 When should I pivot to something else (like higher education)? Today I was editing for 6 hours for 2 reels and was really frustrated with the tech for messing up multiple times. 😢
Do you think content creation is truly as easy as it’s made out to be, or is there more behind the scenes that we don't see? What’s the biggest misconception you’ve heard about how to make money online through UA-cam? Do you agree that UA-cam monetization is harder than people think, or do you believe anyone can make it if they try hard enough? Also, what percent is your phone 🔋 on I'm on 93% and it's 1:47 PM 🥰
Much like when people say art/writing is easy, it's basically a scam and you have to already have wealth.
3% at 1:39 am...woops 🤣🤣
Ppl who are good at UA-cam make it look easy, but in general , most ppl lack skill, discipline and outright “Q-factor “ aka, Camera Charisma, to be able to draw ppl in. I believe you have to be a decent speaker as well, limited “um, uhhh, like, you know “ which is harder than ppl think it is
It’s not easy - that I know from experience
It’s 12:01am and 80% charged!
Hearing that UA-cam is on "easy mode" has always made me angry. I have a new UA-cam channel called "The in my 20's diaries" and it has showed me how growth actually is. But I have had many youtube channels and the one thing I know is that content creation is very much a long game. It only works if you are willing to put in a ton of effort on the front end without any validation. So, I am so glad that you made this video because the number one way to discourage people is to give them an unfair/untrue view of how much work content creation really is.
You are so right about putting in the tone of effort up front without any validation!! That is the exact point that most people stop, I wish you well on your journey💓
Yes you said it!
I have 967 videos w 342 subscribers. Usually shorts cuz its easier. I'm onto a theory about resonation that is EARTH SHATTERING I think... I am also a silly person who can make people laugh... thanks for saying the truth! UA-cam is on "easy mode" for UA-cam. Free content to profit off of, we should all b so lucky... oh yeah 4.5k thumbs up. If thumbs mattered I'd be cover up in success....
The algorithm is sending me the same videos, only a few people making a decent living on YT. It's a hard grind people need to be realistic and DO NOT QUIT YOUR JOB IN THIS ECONOMY TO PURSUE UA-cam !!!. It can be a side hustle until you see consistent income, most people lack discipline and will quit when they don't go viral in month 1.
literally the same. Same exact videos i’ve watched in full on my feed every day. it’s crazy
@@christieomojo even when it's become consistent. Save and let the money you make work for you. Because that money may become inconsistent.
Because most employers are absolute trash. Most people DO NOT enjoy what they do.. of course they are in an unrealistic hurry to get out.
My UA-cam algorithm is constantly recommending videos on quitting your 9-5 to start of UA-cam channel but if everyone quits there 9-5 job who is going to make these UA-camrs their $12 iced coffees 😂
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They're going to make videos titled: "No one is working anymore. Have to make my own iced coffee." 😂
I felt this whole video.
I just started my own channel (not this one) for educational content, last month.
I recently did a whole 101 presentation. I recorded it THREE times. Over 2.5hrs of video. AND I'm still struggling with getting my audio right because I'm hitting all of these learning curves. Took me 5 days to edit & cut it down to 35min.
And all I can do is hope that the information hits people 🥲 But I'm going to keep pushing with my little 35 views per video lol.
I thought you so much on this comment! Things will get better and easier for you to do over time. Just don't give up and learn as much as you can 💓
@@SocialSymone I appreciate your content, Sis 💜
Content creation is a marathon, not a sprint. Therefore, it's better to take it step by step instead of trying to 'blow up' overnight. Organic growth is more likely to yield long-term results.
I just recently found out that it took one of my favorite UA-camrs 4 yrs to get monetized and even then she said it wasn’t enough to quit her 9 to 5 right away.
@MyBlazingLife Wow, that is quite a story!😯 But at least it presents a more realistic idea of the type of effort that building a successful UA-cam channel takes.
You didn’t even mention how much work goes into your fire intros 👀❤️🎶
Thank you so much for the compliment 💓
I feel this started with Dough dash if you ever heard of her. She blew up and she is posting continuously saying anyone can do it. I feel you on this. It test your will. I been at it for a year and a half and I let go of getting monetized so I can keep going. It is really rough and thanks for letting everyone know!
I find it fascinating with people who had a unique story who then say everyone can do it. As a big dreamer I can agree that it shows it’s possible but they often seem to miss to understand why they blew up and that it will not be everyone’s path even if they follow what they did.
I'm here for you, great job! keep going
Content creation has been the most gut wrenching and rewarding and growth building work I've ever done. It's taken me 4 years to get to where I am and I'm happy if this is all it gets to because it pays the bills and the Starbucks haha and I don't have to leave the house but UA-cam can make anyone successful as long as they are willing to wait years and go thru the trenches lol
I couldn't agree more 💓
Any career offers the same rewards. Everything is hard work…you have to grind the early years to reap the rewards in the future. But the stigma people have against office jobs these days will always have them broke.
Symone is NOT lying!! I had two channels from 2014-2019. When I had them babies, I had to make a hard decision to delete and or privatize my channels.
There was NO time to effectively parent and to keep doing UA-cam with all the behind the scenes work involved. My husband and I don’t believe in hiring nannies so that wasn’t an option.
I chose my family without regrets. I created a new profile just to be a viewer and subscriber.
NO more videos, no trolls, no ever changing YT guidelines, no channel strikes, no spammed comments, no false copyright claims, no stolen content, no doxing, etc.
Now I’m on easy mode 😊.
What I love about “easy mode” above everything else is that it’s bringing back an appreciation for being authentic. As the saying goes “It’s better to be hated for who you are than to be loved for who you’re not”. Best wishes to every here on their UA-cam journey 🙏🏾
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Ppl talk about the lack of media literacy, but I think one thing that seems obvious to some but not to others is when someone is trying to sell you a dream. Most of the content on social media telling you how to be successful is crap. In regular life off line ppl don't go around telling everybody how they make money lol. Ppl aren't out here giving away cheat codes. Why would they? Anybody who has a course, or a paid community, or white board is a scammer lol. So many big youtubers have free videos where they tell you exactly what they did to make it for free. There's no secret sauce.
You are very right! You can learn how to do things for free most of the time the advice is to simply just keep doing the thing so no need to buy a dream that you won't really follow
As a person who just started with long form content I really don't see where that easy mode is coming from. Just getting the sound right is a challenge and I haven't started with adding my own clips yet. These people believe in the business of telling people that things are easy and they do get views because people like lies. They don't want to take the time and grow a channel centered around what they are passionate about. Great video as always ❤
The algo hates me lol! BUT I am also ok taking the long road. I think that’s where people get it messed up. They want quick successes up here. But it truly takes time to get the folks that will gravitate to you and stay. It’s ok to not be an overnight success. Just keep posting!!❤
Honestly I don’t know how yall do UA-cam I started it and then I was like naw this isn’t for me I couldn’t put in the hours while having a full time job so I had to pick one. But I love how honest she is about everything that’s why I’m always watching ❤❤❤❤
One video a week or even one a day goes a long way....even one a month of that's all that your schedule allows. But look at it like this...those hours that you dedicate to watching the content of others could go to creating your own. 💡
You’re absolutely right about people lying about UA-cam is on “easy mode”. I’ve had times where I took a break from posting because those I felt like I was behind bc I wasn’t at the same point as other creators. But now I’m back to being consistent and enjoying what I do. But thank you for speaking on this bc I’m tired of the misconception that UA-cam is easy and that everyone can do it. Also I love you vids 😊
Wooow Sis you came with it girl on this easy mode trend !!! You articulating with passion and accuracy the REAL challenges and struggles of a UA-cam content creator. I've been starting and restarting channels for years with little success, but something in me just won't quit even though i feel like quitting every week. THANK YOU sooooo much🔥🔥🔥
2 videos in 2 days 😍 spoiling me!! I've watched all of your videos cause you're the blunt bestie everybody should have 😁 Keep up the good work!
Thank you I appreciate you for watching both of them Also glad that you appreciate bluntness because some people very strongly dislike that 😂💓
Easy mode? I’ve been making videos for over 2 years and just got monetized in August 😅 My phone is on 88%.
Right we need more content creators telling the truth about their journey! I wish you well on yours too by the way
It took me 4 years I think to be monetized. And I used to have quite consistent income but now it’s down to half of what I used to earn. And I have heard this is true for many creators right now so this “easy mode” thing is truly a lie. (Not sharing this to be doom and gloom just that it doesn’t reflect what many creators actually are dealing with)
It is 11:50 PM while I'm watching this in the background while working on content while horribly sick and having had to work over 40 hours at my day job sick before leaving to work on content. It is a grind. Ironically, UA-cam knew I needed this video at this exact moment lol.
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UA-camrs are overpaid by several orders of magnitude, which is why people say it’s “easy mode” but what makes it hard is obviously there’s no guarantee that anyone will watch your content, so you have to just get lucky to make “easy mode” money.
The phrase easy mode obscures the demanding reality behind everything that goes into videos before uploading. From the outside, it looks straightforward enough: you make a video, upload it, and if the algorithm is kind, you’ve got yourself an audience and maybe even a paycheck. The truth is that for every creator who “makes it,” there are thousands in near obscurity, pouring endless hours into videos that go nowhere, waiting for a break that might never come. I posted a video about this on my channel too.
That's the reason you're my fav UA-camr - cos you're 100% you and it feels genuine. I first came across you with the "you're not that girl" video. You make me laugh out loud while telling me the things I need to hear - keep doing you.
I have noticed the uptick in people trend surfing and then trendsurfing the surfing and its annoying
I have nothing wrong with writing the trend because it is good For the creator's growth If covered well but the problem is a lot of people aren't putting their spin on anything!
I just commented something similar to this on another channel about what I wish I would have known before making my first video. My answer was that I wish I would have known how hateful people will be for no apparent reason. And how people will only watch a couple of minutes (if even that) before making an incorrect judgment and commenting the most outlandish stuff.
If I wasn’t doing this for the creative outlet, it definitely wouldn’t be worth it simply due to how rude some people think they can be without cause or consequence.
“Easy mode” my behind! 😅
This is why I’m so hesitant on making a channel. I don’t want to deal with that type of mess. I was thinking about doing one on my profession where I don’t use my face or anything because there is a lack of understanding in my field.
👍🏽Thank you for keeping it a buck. Like literally, I had to stop listening to all the noise and caring about the results. In order to keep going and stay creative while failing forward, there are no shortcuts.
I remember I had the flu and my video was due soon. I had to edit every two hours cause that’s how long it took me to gather my strength and I still couldn’t finish that day. This is not for the week.
Listen! I literally was just saying these easy mode and dough dash templates is going to mess up a whole lotta people. They gonna be stuck having to create content about making money creating content... without the chance to create their content they intended to share with the world. I'll be patience..
I need to check up who she is after this video 😂
@missmatti lol... I like her but people are just taking her titles and coming up from that. Not realizing they maybe setting themselves up😬 I pray all small youtubers sucess🤩
@@coverednaturals several others in the comments mentioned her so I had to check her up! ☺️ Even searching her name I could see people trying to piggy back off on her content.
This is the honesty i needed. It's definitely a wake-up call. Thank you!
GIRL THE AMOUNT OF PEOPLE YOU'RE ABOUT TO TRIGGER 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Editing is literally why i quit (for now)
Thanks for the honesty 🙏🤣
I love how you engage your community, there are many people who come to your posts and give thoughtful input ❤️❤️❤️ that’s actually one of my favorite things about your channel.
OMG! I was just having this UA-cam work ethic conversation with someone this morning. And.....I had a similar audio mishap you had and it took me almost 3 days to fix it so, I guess I've been in the mud too. I am on my way up and don't mind doing the hard work to get there. I love UA-cam and I know it's now "Easy Mode" from experience.
Ive seen one woman having her little moment on UA-cam and now she is preaching that we all need a UA-cam. Now of course b she has an e book. If you’re just doing YT just for the money its not going to work. Gotta have a passion for whatever you’re doing your videos on
Shorts, Community Post, and Vertical Live Streaming are what I'm assuming they mean by Easy Mode. I can say that shorts is how I got monetized and how I went from 2,400 to 500,000 subscribers. I push alot of content out and have been up at 3am for a couple of weeks( I now have a video editor for my long form and I have an audio editor for my podcast) . Now, it feels easier than where I started because of the consistency, discipline, wisdom, and building a team. I also did hire a UA-cam strategy business coach because I wanted it to be easier but I knew I would have to be better educated for that to happen.
I also just talked to my mentor about content creators does not mean that they are brands or businesses. Because a lot of them treat this as a hobby when this is a full-blown operation. From the brand deals with negotiations and contracts to production equipment to learning to film for the edit, this is a full-time job.
I love your videos and I do see the work that you put in. I can say I am also surprised that your channel doesn't have more subscribers when you produce quality content every single upload and fun Community polls.
You can use Shorts to get quick views and subs. However, the problem is you can end up with a channel with half a million subs, that is not getting barely any views on long-form videos.
This whole “easy mode” trend is just that - a trend. As a small UA-camr I know for a fact UA-cam is NOT easy. It takes strategy and authenticity and creativity. And that takes WORK.
You are so right! I started posting videos 2 months ago about my weight loss & self-improvement journey and I knew it was going to be a lot of work (especially as a perfectionist & procrastinator haha), but it I did not expect at the beginning to work on a video for 40 hours! (I am getting quicker luckily) Cause it doesn’t look like I spend so much on it 🥲
I still have a lot to learn, but I know it ain’t easy mode.
This is exactly where I am right now. Wondering what these creators could possibly be talking about. I have 70 subscribers and I think that's amazing. But I honestly think they're all merciful people, because I have ZERO editing skills and hearing my voice back, sucks. But I'm about to get on my bicycle though, you just opened my eyes. New subscriber here. Thanx.
Symone, I really want to know what your skincare routine is. Idk if you're wearing makeup or not, but your skin always looks good.
I’m trying to make my first video literally RIGHT NOW and I’m going through it 😭 I haven’t even put my content up yet and I know ‘easy mode’ is far from the truth!
Appreciate you so much for this. I had a channel in 2020 because I felt so lonely (for obvious reasons) and while it was a fun way to try to connect with friends and feel less alone (with the hopes of helping others feel less lonely too) it was a LABOR OF LOVE and I wasn't even in it for the money. So thanks for keeping it real! Always love your content and for making sure others know what's up.
Symone, I have to say that you have quickly become one of my favorite UA-camrs! Your realness & humility is everything. I’ve had my channel for over 10 years and just decided to lock in recently with shorts and I am seeing growth ! I’m a little nervous about tapping back into long form because it’s a beast 😅! Thank you for all you do . P.S. You inspired me to do my own micro locs I am installing them tommorow 🥳🥳
You are speaking the truth! editing videos takes so much longer than people think, and until I graduate with my master's I won't have time to edit the way I want to. But that's okay! I'll keep trying when I can so that I can continue to learn!
You told no lies! It is SO much work and takes so much persistence with no immeadiate results. Ppl dont really wanna hear that its hard because its an unconventional job and is perceived as aspirational. So creators dont tell the truth. Noone really wants to hear that social media is hard when they are working a 9-5 for not much. So people say its easy, fun etc - ppl try to do it and quit thinking they arent cut out for it. When in reality building an audience as a 'nobody' takes years 🤷♀️ years of consistency and persistence with little immeadiate tangible results
Love your videos Symone! You actually inspired me to clean up my financial health and think about what I’m spending. Appreciate how much effort you put into your commentary and editing!!
Thank you for this video. It is so refreshing!!!! You are speaking the truth about these "easy mode" videos. I am so tired of seeing them recommended for me. It's the same recycled advice over and over, now packaged as "easy mode."
THANK YOU. I am a very small monetized creator and these videos are not it. It has been a freaking grind and now I'm making what, $100 a month? 😆99.9% of people doing this for money are going to be sorely disappointed.
Editing for a long time yes for 3 minute video yes, Even the videos you think is well, turns out to be not good enough!❤ I feel you!
I love this video. I am a content creator but I went about a year without creating content because I was overthinking the whole process and getting discouraged at how much time it took and how overwhelmed I felt. But now I have been trying to just upload and go with whatever is in my heart, and not focus so much on presenting a polished presentation. So now I'm like...whatever. I'll take my Samsung phone, shoot the footage, upload it to Windows Movie Maker, and do the best I can to make it do what it do👍!
THANK YOU SO MUCH for this message! I totally resonated with everything you said.
God bless 🙏!
Any kind of creative art is not gonna work without passion and interest in Long run. I am an artist. I do oil ,acrylic and digital sometimes. I tell this to my students. I also told others here on. YT they just got mad. If u are making art to pay bills Thats ok ,do that but it wont be going non stop and you Will feel burnt. Only if u like it and want it as a passion or dream will it remain .thats what I learnt in life. And ppl With no exp called me obnoxius...its sad because They dnt realise I lived it. Im older and my greys are there for a reason. I experienced a lot of these things made a lot of mistakes. I am just sharing that. You have to be at it. Not easy.
THANK YOU, ppl need to listen!! YOU’RE SO REAL FOR THIS
Thank you for making a video about this! It's a lie! 😅 I had soo many 10/10s 😢😂 5:17 Preach! I've had so many nights when I was editing for over 8 hours...no sleep, in order to get the job done.
I feel you with that. Then, after doing all that hard work filming and editing only to wake up the next morning with only 5 views on a video you spent hours editing.
I’m new to UA-cam but I totally agree with you , there’s nothing easy about UA-cam . It’s long term hard work , consistency and dedication that makes anyone successful on UA-cam 😊
THE WAY I SHOUTED DURING THIS WHOLE VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG!!! They do not understandddddddd
I am not going to lie i was going to move on half way through but you warmed up at the 9 min mark and you drew me in and i subscribed. I started almost a month ago with 550 subs and still trying to figure out how to do it right. It is hard but i am determined to figure it out. Mainly for the financial freedom but i see the competition and i am like i can do that better. Not bragging just that i have more of a skillset. Bravo and I will keep watching you Symone.
I had a UA-cam channel and I didn’t have the time or energy for it. Also didn’t want to deal with the comments. I agree, I don’t think it’s easy. Definitely not easy to build up a channel from nothing!!!!
That's all I'm seeing on YT.
New channels are being taken advantage of. I appreciate this business advice. 🌹
OMG this is one of the best and realest video I’ve watched on this topic! Ever since this dough dash chaos been happening I’ve been seeing a trend of these type of videos from a pleather of channels some are good advice and some are deceiving.
I'm sorry but do you mean to say doordash this is like the second or third comment I've said talking about doordash
@ She calls herself dough dash she was doing door dash then She basically blew up and is trending. It’s a back and forth argument on rather she is a scam or not type in dough dash exposed or scam there’s Several videos about it . She telling people almost everything you saying in this video. She was selling a $19 course with a lot of incomplete information for lack of better words. Some quit there jobs listening to her. She also said you don’t need fancy thumbnails etc etc
@@angelastarr1527yea she is all over UA-cam.
I'd love to see you react to your first youtube video. :3 I just started streaming for fun, and I try not to get myself down with how bad I am at it. It'd be nice to see how you were when you started, since I absolutely love your content now!
This might sound dumb, but one of the reasons I started my channel this year was to get a job. I'm an artist looking to work in production in the entertainment industry, and I created my channel so I can showcase my personality thinking, "maybe they'll skip the interview step if they see what I'm like ahead of time" 😆 But I've also always wanted a creative channel, and if it gets monetized along the way then yay! But I truly do wanna put up the best content I can create, even if I am a noob lol
I love how real you’re being! Only gullible people fall for such “get rich quick “ ideas. Thanks for this!
5:31pm. If it’s too good to be true, most of the time it is! 👊🏾💯
So glad you made this video. Refreshing to see this after seeing so many EASY MODE videos here lately. Liked + subscribed. Blessings 🙏🏾💯
I honestly can't imagine how much work goes into videos! I never learned in school any editing programs, so to go out independently and figure that out is so impressive.
Tell it Symone 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼
Stuff that is worth watching sadly doesn't get viewed because it probably not messy or gossip. I ve seen cats licking milk and dogs starring into the camera go viral. I was like what the hell?! Just have to stay at it.
I stopped this video to go look at the first video. My question: what are you using to record now? The lighting looks amazing in your recent videos!
Love you Symone! Thanks for the value that you add to my life. I wish you continued success
Thank you for this!!! Im currently revamping my youtube channel 🥰 people keep attempting to discourage me about my channel and I’m not listening. Im doing this for fun and to meet people who love reading as much as i do ❤️ it’s levels to this! Im not quitting my job no matter how big my account grows. When you chase money you catch failure.
Amen x 100%. I'm so happy you made this video 🙏🏾✨ UA-cam is a craft that takes time to develop!!
No lies told! I have been on UA-cam for 4 years. I am not interested in all that editing stuff you mentioned. I have many travel vlogs to places that are beautiful yet uncommon. However, most are still sitting in the editing mode. About an hour into the process, I become completely disenchanted. I also don't like making the thumbnails. I love your channel and content young lady.
no lies told. I've been on UA-cam for 14 years and this platform changes often. NOTHING EASY ABOUT IT
Girl!!! I really felt when you talked about that download and you get a fail error😂😂That was my life for the first year on UA-cam 😂😂
I so needed this today 😮💨 pushing through the exhaustion, pain etc. THANK YOU❤❤❤
They be making videos like “UA-cam on easy mode with like 900 subscribers, and I’m just like “but who even are you though?!” what is your channel even about? What value are you even providing? I never even click on any more of their videos because it’s like what for? Lol.
“UA-cam on easy mode”… like And?! Loll 😅
Being a UA-camr is definitely not easy. I've been doing this for almost 5 years and still feel like I'm just starting. But the thing is, I create content because I love the process of filming and editing, posting is just the bonus😊
When it comes to all things in life you gotta take risks, if there's no risks there's no rewards.
Achieving success rather it's physical, spiritual, or financial it's all about trial and error with consistency and A LOT of persistence.
There's no such thing as "easy mode" when you're trying to make a name for yourself building an empire or a legacy in your name.
If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is! I've been grinding hard for 4 years, just started my new channel, 3rd time is the charm. It is so flipping hard! I have videos that are TRASH! I had to figure out mics, footage, editing, tech, ... It's flipping so hard. Thanks, Enjoy the journey, lets go get it!
You are so correct , the amount of effort have been putting into editing and posting for about 2 months now , if not that i enjoy creating videos , i would have given up , cause its not on easy mode at all . They lying for sure
Yeah I have a channel that just monetized two months ago - and you’re right. It’s a lot of content creation with zero views and subscribers and it’s hard. I’ve sunk a lot of time and money in to video and editing and getting equipment. It is NOT easy mode - it’s a lot of upfront work and investment with uncertain outcomes. Do UA-cam only if you’re passionate and can take the time and energy to find your tribe of subscribers on UA-cam
Facts I wanna get a taste of that “easy mode” 😅😅😅
It took me just shy of a year to hit monetization, it isn't easy. I had to find my niche. I had to find my niche inside that niche. And even now, it is currently my first month monetized, I've only made about $150 before taxes. But I learn everyday and that's all that matters.
You dont need any conditions do to affiliate marketing on youtube. You can post all the links in the description. All you need to do is sign up for am affiliate program, which is free.
@helenarichard My content doesn't focus on a niche tailored to sales, but I do work as an affiliate for Amazon and a couple other companies. My comment is the amount I've made on UA-cam solely from UA-cam (AdSense, Super Chats, Memberships.) I don't group my income ffom affilates, book sales as an author, or paid promo content on Tiktok into one stream, though on the same brand. Mainly for tax purposes but also to better track analytics on what works. But Adsense, boy is that a grind.
Great video as usual! There’s no easy mode whatsoever you work hard with your content. Much respect you!
I was going to start a budget channel next month... The thought of having to record same video again after making a recording error! I better have words with my nephew
Color grade won this fight 😭
But I do understand what you mean when people say that UA-cam is on easy mode . What I have seen is a wild increase of either new political reaction channels or TikTok reaction channels. Also, Mukbang’s seem to be coming back but to a healthy side. And what I’m noticing too is people are doing topics that they don’t seem like they have a true passion for, but it has a high CPM rate like finance or beauty.
NOTHING IN LIFE WORTH HAVING IS EASY! def not easy it took me years otw to 30k! I love the passion for it
i agree 100% i did a video similar to this cause like what the hell. no one has seen it cause I'm still in the beginning stages, there is differently NO EASY MOOD. I'm glad someone else agrees and putting out there...high 5
Thank you for being transparent ❤
3 am davinci projects to add another layer of exhaustion because of crashes and not being able to render and realizing its because of storage...I FELT THAT
Yes, I've been there before. 😂❤
This would happen to me with Adobe premier pro. 😢
As someone who has built 3 youtube channels, I agree with 100% of what you said! The people that believe it's easy mode are the ones making content-cow channels with AI voices and scripts. It took me 2 years of uploaded every week to get monetized and start making some pennies lol this stuff is not for the weak!
I sometimes find that videos where I don’t give a damn tend to do weirdly well too, like really this is what yall like!? 🤣😭
Facts ❤ I agree, but again, I just started youtube a couple of weeks ago .
I tried affiliate marketing with WordPress, blogspot, now looking into UA-cam. I simply do not have the energy for it anymore. Thought I would make a good beauty channel. I just dont have the energy to act enthousiastic about stuff anymore. The golden age of beauty blogging is over and you have to have really amazing channels to stand out. I'm from Europe too so any UA-cam income would be taxed at 30% flat rate for diverse income tax. Maybe a faceless channel where I talk about daily life and relevant problems would be cool or me and my dad doing useful chores. But you need a ton of motivation.
Girl, hell yeah! Thank you for getting on the soapbox and speaking the truth! This is why I’m a subscriber ❤❤
6:33 you gotta really want it for sure! A lot of them not ready for real!
Yeah, people need to cut it out. Just made a video about the same thing. The only thing "easy" about UA-cam is pressing the record button on your phone or camera.
I hear this so much! I have a very small channel and I’m learning how to edit. It is work!
Reaction videos are where the money is at. Reacting to other people’s content…you started to see success when your channel switched up too. Actually creating content that people want to watch is hard, reacting to tik tok and other content and just slapping your face in and doing some editing is easy. Don’t play yourself
You are forgetting the copyright issue that come with such channels. That is why those reactions channels only react to small to mid content creators, cause most of them won't Copyright strike, and won't take you to court like the big channels. You can build such channels, but it only take 3 content creators to Copyright strike your channels to remove you permanently from UA-cam.
Thank you for this video!! ❤Serious question "When is it ok to all it quits?" (Or better under which circumstances) How many year's of trying everything and feelings worse and wrose? I mean don't get me wrong at least I think I got better over the years, even when the stats are telling a different story 😅
When should I pivot to something else (like higher education)? Today I was editing for 6 hours for 2 reels and was really frustrated with the tech for messing up multiple times. 😢
4:44 You are being real. This video caught my attention ❤
@2:36 the way I hollered ! so true I don't even watch that page, I go straight to the "content" page and analytics only. Unless there are comments!
3:15 facts! 😭😭