This Is Why Everyone is Quitting YouTube - MY ADVICE TO ALL CREATORS
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Why is everyone quitting UA-cam? What are you life goals? #youtube - Навчання та стиль
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Thank you Zdenka. I am 70 now and started making UA-cam videos just to practise using cameras, keep me occupied now I’m retired, and just test out gear given to me by a shop in readiness for videos that they show on a loop in the shop itself.
I used viewer comments to shape the final video for the shop, but I got to the point where I felt compelled to make videos for fear of losing my audience. It started to really tire me out and I even got to the point where I had developed atrial fibrillation and was fainting between takes!
Now I have had an operation so I’m back to normal but the whole experience made me wonder what on earth was driving me. I felt compelled to make videos, even risking my health.
Following a series of ‘different’ or should I say ‘alternative’ viewers who began to follow me around, basically jibing for sport, I decided I’d had enough. I occasionally make videos for UA-cam but just get on with enjoying making my own family videos. The pressure (and jibes) have gone and I have returned to the enjoyment of my hobby.
UA-cam made it too much like work for me. And the pay is awful, so that’s it for me.
Best wishes,
Ian
Sorry to read this Ian. I loved your videos and miss them. But I know it is hard work for no pay. Enjoy your life, I am still subscribed hoping to see videos from you.
Hi! Yes, it finally did me in. I will make more videos but when I want to rather than being driven to, because I was literally passing out with the A Fib. I’m ok now after my heart operation but it did change my outlook, along with some people who seemed to make me a verbal dartboard.
There will be more but just ‘as and when’.
Cheers
Ian
New privacy / property laws, etc. create new challenges for everyone, especially companies. Algorithm policy changes take place for many reasons. Pre 2020 content creators were the wild west making a small fortune, but now regulations caught up with the industry. If you upload content that violates any law, the violation doesn't end just because the content was removed. The damage was already done and the creators are liable. These new regulations may play a roll in why people are leaving YT.
Ai has the ability to scan the entire online library and report the millions of violations that were previously ignored.
You signed a contract that all content is your creation and legally optained.
We will see law firms being created for this purpose. NC has a privacy law stating $5k plus attorney fees per violation. (image) We are entering into a completely different reality where privacy violation can cost millions.
Copyright, trademark, privacy Ai scans will be SOP. Where previously the cost to do so had been prohibitive.
Have you noticed the new regulation enforcement on image distribution without concent and filming permits?
The entire film industry has been affected by SM content creators.
All the YT creators bragging about how much money they make with $5000 worth of investment got the attention they wanted and their content will be scanned for violations and fines will follow.
Sorry for the shocking news if this was news to you.
I’m 75. I choose not to do YOU TUBE because of my family’s health, although I was a teacher and public health educator. I understand your perspective.
I already have hours of work that deplete me. I had hoped that eventually I would be able to have some small income each month from making channels but i looked at how many hours I spent planning and editing and had to admit it wasn’t sensible. I just use an old phone and I can’t justify buying more than this right now. I’m putting some of my creative effort into Substack instead.
I’m glad your health has improved. A lot of my friends and relatives have developed heart problems- it’s a rough time we live in maybe.
Well said it’s so easy to get sucked in with UA-cam . Many people have no idea when they start how much work goes into making a video and how critical people who’ve never even tried can be! They expect TV or movie quality all the time. Being slightly older with outside distractions of life is a good thing to gain perspective. Thank you for your honesty and keep up the excellent work at your pace doing what makes you happy.
You are spot on… you just said it… I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. I post here. Wishing you a wonderful wonderful day.
@@ZdenkaDarula I’ve learned so much from you since I started my channel so thank you
So true. lol.
vanessa lau quit?! i used to really like her. i didnt know she eas leaving, i believe she had a sizeable team behind her
I'm an avid watcher of youtube I also create content, I have never given a thumbs down or made a negative comment even if I don't enjoy their video, I know what goes into this creation stuff, so for even trying it they get a thumbs up from me. I'd love YT to have a thing where the thumbs downers had to say why they didn't like a video that would help the creator to adjust or improve.
Great to see you again! I really enjoyed your different perspective on running a UA-cam channel. Thanks for talking about this. I've been busy doing other things than photography, so I haven't been watching the related channels as much. I hope all is well with you and your family and that you can continue to successfully run your business for many years to come.
47 is not old!!!
I turned 51 a month ago and I am on the verge to start creating content for my sleeping channel.
I hope you stay here, because you have to realize that you have a bunch of fans on this platform and for some of them you've become family.
Anyway...thanks for your great advice, your openness, your honesty and just for being real, for being you!
So you are December baby too? Happy belated birthday. Yes I am staying and I’m not going anywhere. Wishing you all the best video your new journey. Sleeping channel sounds interesting.
@@ZdenkaDarula Heeey...thanks for your reply and for letting us knowthat you aren't going anywhere, but staying on this platform ❤
With sleeping channel I meant non-working, empty channel.
I'm on the verge of breathing life in to it :)
And yes...my birthday is on the 15th of December.
Oh, yeah...thanks also for the belated birthday wishes :)
And what should I say!!!??? 70, alive and kicking! LOL
Me too. I'm 52 this year and are looking at starting a channel also. This is good advice before I jump in
I’m 54 and reinventing myself with UA-cam to promote my 3D designs for tabletop gaming. Going to be 55 soon.
Such an honest talk, Zdenka! I totally get you. It's getting wilder and wilder on the platforms in general.
Hi Zdenka , your advice and questions in this video made me think and ask myself what I am doing with my UA-cam channel. Given I am someone who has strived hard to achieve 8000 subs recently, I am definitely resonating with your advice about burn out and sustainable video production. You are always good at asking all those meaningful questions and I got a lot out of this video. I don't comment much on your videos, but I have been watching your channel for many years. I think your strategy of working alone and out sourcing a bit of video editing is a good way. I am doing that as well. I hope you can keep going with your channel as it's sad to see so many talented UA-camr quit UA-cam like you mentioned.
Great advice Zdenka, thank you for taking the time to make this video, Much appreciated.
Your wisdom is refreshing and honest. Thank you for sharing these thoughts, Zdenka! Well said. Cheers! With love from Atlanta.
I just turned 55… started a podcast last year and considering YT this year for the creative play/art part of my life. Thank YOU for this video!! You represent exactly what I want! I am preparing for retirement, not looking for big biz… this was so so so helpful 😍!
I am in 63 and I am velogar and journalist too ,Keep working it is life
Zdenka, thank you SO much for this video. I loved getting to know about your backstory; including the biz of your content creation. I hope you do more videos like this. As the founder and managing editor (content creator) of a community of 12,000+ real estate photographers that do 3D/360 photography) and a companion podcast, I thought you were talking just to me (even though 24,000 others have already watched your video on day 1!) I am particularly interested in your gimbal reviews and frequently post your gimbal reviews in our online community. I hope you don't get burned out and your dog and kids allow you to continue to create awesome reviews (and now some more backstory videos about generating revenue from your UA-cam channel. Zdenka, thanks again! Dan
Really appreciate the transparency Zdenka. I just started UA-cam with the goal of building a business from it and not UA-cam being my main business. It is hard in the beginning. This is a long game for me and hopefully sticking with it to be able to venture out in other areas. Thank you again
I found this absolutely delightful getting to know you a little bit more and look forward to your future productions!
Do more video's like this. You will reach over a million subs easily. You are honest, widely experienced, wise, and very beautiful to watch. You have a fantastic personality, and lots of charm and charisma too. Just be you and people will love you, and your content, whatever it is
Thank you so much for your feedback. I was quite nervous to publish this video so it’s good to hear that it was accepted well. I might do it do like this here and there. Have a great day.
I think a lot of people among your subscribers would be interested in you as a person aswell, just as in this video. You are much more than that succesful young model, the great photographer and professional youtuber which came out of it. Coming from the Netherlands i like your origins, your way of teaching, and of course i like your typical Zdenka accent, speaking perfect and easy to follow English. I would like to know more about you, you seem to be a woman to have a great and interesting conversation with, about many things. I hope these words inspire you for your future video's. Keep up the good work, you're doing great.@@ZdenkaDarula
I agree with you. :)
I'm sad to see some of these youtubers quitting. Some of the big names and yourself Zdenka have inspired me to pick up a camera /phone and create. One of the nice things about UA-cam is the community and finding others with similar interests that we can learn from. I think the fact creators feel they have to upload to keep the algorithm happy doesn't help. It's hard when it's been your dream to have a successful channel. Those channels have worked so hard to get to where they are but like everything in life there needs to be balance or we become overwhelmed and burn out. Good advice, thanks for all the great videos.
theres some algorithm changes some of them arent happy with, also it seems to be a trend at the moment so a lot are jumping on it and will probably change their minds later on.
well said Zdenka . Great video .
This needed to be said. Thank you and continue with your amazing work
I watched the whole video Zdenka. I think it was made as much for you as for the rest of us "interested" people. The presentations I have viewed in the last year with you as presenter are genuine and easily understood. I just received my first Hohem gimbal after watching your review of them. Not sure if you made any money from my viewing the review, but I hope you did. As soon as I see your name/image on a You Tube video I know it will be presented well and I often watch it. Keep at it and glad to see you reflecting on what you are doing. I'm doing it all the time and I don't have kids or a dog and I am very busy. Thanks for sharing. Steve (Australia).
Thank you so much for your support
I truly feel the same way, Steve! I also bought my first gimbal after Zdenka's reviews. Francis (Canada)
Thank you Zdenka for sharing the inspiration. It is the most important achievement these days to be proud of yourself, parcticing hobbies and self care, and surviving financially.
Thank you for sharing the real wisdom of life!
You are very welcome. You are absolutely right…. Best wishes.
Thank you for this video Zdenka, it came along at just the right time for me. I've been enjoying your other videos for some time now. I wish good and wonderful things for you and your family (including your dog) : )
Thanks Zdenka, great to hear your story & positive input, slow & steady sounds perfect for my journey...
Wow! Thank you for the mention in this video 😀I love this video and the message you've shared. Totally agree, it's all a choice - no need to hustle and grind to the point of burn out, no need to try and go viral on every video (that to me would be super stressful!) It's about doing what works for you.
Thank you primal video. You have helped me a lot.
Justin, the GOAT himself. Or, please social media team, relay this message to Justin :-)
Unrelated question: How did you find out you were mentioned in this video? Is there a tagging function like on Instagram?
@@MrGhellergood question
Good question
All these UA-camrs quitting makes room for all us up and coming Tubers. Stay positive. As long as you enjoy doing what you do, the universe will reward.
(Ai steps into the chatroom)
UA-cam content creators leaving are not "making room" for you. There are millions of content creators on UA-cam. Your content will require just as much work to grow your channel either way. In the meantime, I hope you find success on UA-cam. Good luck.
It has always been like that… These days it’s going to be a little harder, because once they open international auto translation, competition will grew massively
@@ZdenkaDarula true, but so will our potential audience (grow). Thanks for all you do! Looking forward to more outstanding content. 🙏🏼
@@ShelterDogs I don't think that's how he entirely meant it so calm down. He said US. Everyone . Second, everyone that does it, isn't entirely unselfish whether it be for him or herself or for their family. Everyone is trying to make it including you. Get off your high horse.
Thanks mammothly much, Zdenka! So much help and hope and wise whisper dear sister! 💛🙏🏽
Thank you! As a senior @75, and listening to your words, it is a safe path. Congratulations!
Thanks for this heartfelt message Zdenka. It’s very motivating especially for a newish creator like me. Hope you stay here on UA-cam & see more of you and your amazing content.
My job is a construction worker, youtube is just a hobby for me. I started watching your videos to learn about photography and videos.
That's what we all said. lol
I always enjoy your "1:1" videos, Zdenka! This one certainly resonated with me. I was on the UA-cam treadmill, putting out at least one video a week for years. Helping the Canadian drone community has become a full time job, though, and it is tiring. Fortunately, I'm in a wonderful new relationship, which brings me great happiness... absolutely didn't expect THAT to happen! Gives me better perspectives and great reasons to slow down ... A bit.
Great video, great advice. You're absolutely right ❤
Zdenka, I can’t add much to this topic except to say that your teachings have helped me enjoy videography as a hobby in my retirement. I am aware of the pressure this business model must be for creators at all levels. Thank you so much and best wishes. - Allen
Thanks for sharing!
@@ZdenkaDarula time for you to get a real job
I would rather stay small and spend my time creating and living a peaceful life of true freedom (which I do) than I would burn through my time stressing about and managing a ’team’ of people focused on non-stop pursuit of more and bigger. Learning to be content with very little is one of the most valuable life skills I’ve ever learned - I highly recommend it for everyone! 😉
Great video, Zdenka! Absolutely love your style, approach, and perspective..
Always a pleasure to watch! Love your personality as well as your tutorials.
I'm 68, started this as a new hobby, and have "been sucked in." You're never too old to rock and roll.
I’m 70! Still videoing too…….
@@iancraig Considering how few of us olds on UA-cam, we're doing good. Maybe we are the vanguard. We took over Facebook, didn't we?
I remember using the old Sinclair computers on messaging boards before the internet!
@@iancraig Packard Bell XT GEnie We are OLD!
Well said! You hit the bullseye on this one. I also love to teach and find it so rewarding to help others in making quilts. It is easy to become wrapped up in the "I need to make more videos" because UA-cam pushes that. Making fewer, but high quality content videos is my goal for this year and I already see it paying off not only in revenue but in the extra time I have to do other things. Thank you so much for bringing this topic to light!
Thank you for your perspective
A friend recently recommended your channel and I'm so glad I discovered you! I appreciate what you say about variety and the different goals different videos can accomplish (both for the creator and their audience). I have plans to change things up and add variety to my UA-cam content this year and am excited to create content for both the video consulting and the tarot sides of my business.
I really enjoyed listening to you, and all your thoughts rang true for me. I started doing Bonsai videos after my wife died and I had to fill a gap and 'find myself'. Two years later I am already looking to slow my content because i recognise the early signs of burn out. I have a wonderful, but small community, and it has given me so much joy to interact with new people. Bonsai has been my passion and content creation actually reduces my ability to do this properly. Getting the balance can be so difficult :)
Hi Xav! Nice to see you here too!
@@BlueJayBonsai now that's a coincidence 😂
@@XaviersBonsaiRetreat I subscribed to Zdenka when I started UA-cam in 2020. I used my iPhone and a gimbal back then and I learned everything from her! Plus I have to support my fellow Canadian creators. 😀🇨🇦
Thanks for your insights. All my milestones in shooting video have come from you. Things with UA-cam are changing faster than I can keep up with it. I pretty much have to ignore it. I just do what I do and with your help I am getting better at videography for my channel. I am a world class audio engineer so I don't worry about income with UA-cam. If I ever retire I would like to do YT full time. Until then I will just keep my content going and see what happens. BTW 47 is still a very nice age to be.
You are very welcome. Audio engineer.. good for you! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts
Thanks for sharing. Good insights and advice.
Thank you. A very timely video for me today! I will be back when your next one comes out. I appreciate your time and content. Have a great week!
Hi Zdenka, I started watching your channel for instructions on how to use a particular gimbal. I’m a news editor but often need to take photos to go along with my articles. I really enjoy your teaching style. Bravo! Binge-watchers have an insatiable appetite, so all content creators need to beware of falling into that black hole!
Always great to hear other creators perspectives. I've noticed lately many of the creators we love to watch are just at a point where YT no longer fits their lifestyle which is not a bad thing. Burnout is definitely real. For myself, because of YT I was able to leave a career of 25 years in supply chain to work for a company as a content creator full time, while I manage my own personal channel. Like you, I'm at a point in my life (49yrs old) where I still need a steady income to take care of my family, mortgage etc. So to go full time on YT on my own, I'm still a long way from there. The more I think about all the responsibility on being a creator FT as a business, the more I see that maybe it's not for me. In a sense, I think at the moment, I have the best of both worlds and for now, I'm going to enjoy the journey.
Following you since 6-7K subscribers to see where you are now is always so inspiring. Keep going Zdenka, I think you will reach the 1M mark eventually 🙌
Thank you so much for all those years you’re watching my channel. It is nice to hear about you. I remember that you comment here and there. Wishing you all the best and enjoy the process.
Thank you for sharing the wisdom. And yes, the years go by so fast❣
We all ❤ your stuff !
Interesting to see the personal perspectives.
Zdenka - I absolutely adore you and your channel. I have learned so much from you over the years and this video was amazing. It felt a lot like you were telling my story (though my channel has only been around for about 5 years and I'm a few years older at nearly 56). I am also a "one man show" for all of my content creation and it's a tough and often lonely job.
The biggest challenges I face though are dealing with haters/trolls/etc in the comments and, as you mentioned, the ever-changing UA-cam algorithm. Since they started pushing shorts (which I refuse to do), my revenue is down about 50%. Like you, this is my job, so taking a 50% reduction in pay is a hard pill to swallow.
Yes, absolutely you are describing what I’m going through. When it comes to those bad comments, try to ignore them as much as you can. At the beginning, it was hard for me to read those but now sometimes I’m just laughing at them. I tried to do everything to give them the reason to write such a bad comment. As far as revenue goes, yes we all got cut 50% .. I also don’t want to pursue shorts
I agree. I'm 60 now and Im in the fortunate position where I am retired and dont need the money from UA-cam. I just like making videos as a hobby. I did make one short, it just wasn't for me. I hated filming it and editing and then even watching it. Yes, it got plenty views, but I deleted it not long after. I'm only interested in the long form videos. I ignore nearly every single piece of advice about how to grow a channel, I just do it at my speed. When I feel like it. But my channel is still growing slowly, so I am happy :)
Thanks for this video and for sharing, Zdenka. I am a photojournalist and writer based in The Bahamas. For me, UA-cam is another outlet for my creativity and for showcasing scenic and cultural content. 🇧🇸
You are very welcome and many greetings to Bahamas
Thank you for this video! I have started my content creator journey about 10 months go and this questions are always in my mind. I'm sure you remember how hard the start is... it's a very unknown world out there. But knowing that those concerns and thoughts are valid absolutely helps. Thank you!
Thank you Zednka! Interesting view on things and life. You know you are one of the best on tutorials so keep it up!
It looks like UA-cam has really been promoting this video. I’m glad it was recommended to me and that I found out about your channel. You make a lot of really good points.
I’ve been avoiding making shorts. Hopefully UA-cam will realize many of their popular creators are not following the shorts trend and they will adjust the algorithm so that it’s not hurting creators who only want to make longform videos.
@AccurateEnglish Exactly! I don't watch shorts at all...what will I learn from them? I prefer long form video content, so fortunately I can still change this in my filter to give me videos to watch that are >20 minutes.
I hope so too. I don't make shorts, because I feel they would be overwhelming, it is true, the algorithm seems to favour the shorts.
Yes…. Agreed .. Shorts hitter is big time
It was recommended to me too!
I made shorts at the beginning to start to get subscribers but I didn't really enjoy it so I just stick to my few longer videos.
Congratulations! It appears that UA-cam has actively promoted this video, and I'm delighted that it was recommended to me, leading me to discover your channel. Your insights are truly commendable, and you articulate your points exceptionally well. Your observations about the allure of UA-cam resonate strongly with me.
Engaging with UA-cam can indeed be captivating, but, as you rightly pointed out, the journey is not without its challenges. Many, including myself, often underestimate the effort involved in creating a video and face the scrutiny of those who haven't experienced it firsthand. There's a prevalent expectation for content to match the quality of TV or movies consistently.
Your acknowledgment of the additional challenges faced by individuals, especially those slightly older and juggling various life distractions, brings a valuable perspective to the discussion. It's a reminder that creating content is a multifaceted process that requires dedication, time, and a unique set of skills.
I appreciate your honesty in sharing these insights, and I encourage you to continue your excellent work at your own pace, focusing on what brings you joy. Your authenticity shines through, and it's a refreshing perspective in the realm of content creation. Thank you for being candid about the intricacies of this endeavor, and here's to more success and happiness in your creative journey!
Thanks for sharing❤
Wonderful!
Thank you for all your efforts and for your advice. Really grateful to have found you.
Zdenka, thank you for being you! I love your content!
This is exactly what creators need to hear. Having previously been through trying to make a hobby into a career, I felt this but never thought about the aspect of long-term vs. short term videos and how exhausting it could be. I also feel the pressure to focus on a narrow niche can also be exhausting in many ways. I think you are doing it correctly and I respect that. Also, having 1M+ subs makes you UA-cam famous in a lot of ways and I have had glimpses into how exhausting that is as well. So my goal is to slowly grow my channel into something that can be residual income to my day job as well as into retirement and to never reach a level where I am more connected to sponsors than I am to subscribers. If it never reaches that, then it will be something that remains a hobby and I'm okay with that as well.
Well said… thank you for sharing and all the best
It's because of videos like this, that I love your channel Zdenka. I've posting to my channel for 7 years straight before I hit 100K, and honestly I'm at the point now, that I could care less about the algorithm - or doing videos because it's the next "thing" - I'm now only interested in doing video on subjects that really interest me. I also had 6 employees that added a ton of stress, so doing things alone have been so much better. Thanks for sharing your journey.
Love the message. Thank you for your openness.
You are so welcome
Zdenka, I appreciate what you post and what i’ve learned from you. For me its simply a challenging hobby. Thanks for your work and this very sincere post. Salud!
Love your channel. I also started my channel when i was a wedding photographer to keep myself entertained/hope for additional revenue in the off season. Always need a backup plan! I love your approach. Slow and steady wins the race!
First time watching you. I subscribed! 😊 This talk was refreshing... I've been binge-watching a lot of videos about how to grow on YT (because I love to learn), but it started to feel like pressure. Your video kinda gave me the permission I needed. I said to myself: you have other things in your life that are important and keeping all of them in balance is key!! You see, I am 44 and I am finally at a point where I can spend time doing things I enjoy... I don't want to create another job for myself that I'll want to quit because I am cooked! I truly appreciate you. Thank you! ❤
Great advice. Setting boundaries as a Creator is still a challenge for me, I'm trying to get better at that.
Love your videos! Keep doing what you enjoy.
Thank you for the words of wisdom. Burnout is real, even in a small channel.
You are very welcome. Best wishes.
This video just popped on my screen. I'm glad I gave it a chance, as your common sense is refreshing, so thank you!
Thank you Zdenka for being so open, broadminded, and, speaking with heart, truth and clarity. Your thoughts and wisdom are insightful and they have the grounded human touch and pragmatism. I appreciate your advice, clarity and sense of moral conviction towards us as your audience.
Best Wishes 👍
I came upon your channel by chance. I love this video - brilliant advice! Thank you.
thank you for this video. I’m 70 and started with photography as a newspaper photographer in the 70’s. All film - and black and white. I went into business in the 80’s, becoming CEO of a large company with 450 employees. Lots of stress and travel. Too much travel. So my wife and I opened a real estate company in a small ski town. I shot all my own photos, using a Nikon D40 to start. I retired this year after shooting all my own photos, video and drone work. I sold large ranches for the last 10 years. The work dealing with clients is one thing - and often VERY stressful because I was dealing with people’s asset - money. People can get very strange when it comes to their money, and rightly so. the other issue was having to learn Lightroom, then Photoshop then Final Cut Pro. And always there was more photography, paperwork, and video. And the client telling me their overpriced home wasn’t selling because I didn’t take a great photo of their backyard. Etc. Hours of photo and video editing. Could I have hired someone to do all the visual content work? Sure. But every time I did the work was not up to my standards. Drone work with their truck parked in front of the barn. Interior photos with the cat litter box on the floor in master bath. On and on. I simply did a better job. And when one spends 4 days filming a 9,000 acre ranch then it’s tough to pay someone to hang-out on that huge place for 4 days. So I did it myself. So now I am doing my best to get used to using photography and video to help a non-profit or two that can’t afford to pay a professional. I do my best to never take work from those who make their living doing these things. I work for the truly indigent. 😊 Good luck to you. And thank you for all your professional content! Jim in Oregon
excellent post
@@rippleguys I have NO idea why I have never found your YT channel before today. I am so glad that you made a comment and now you have a new subscriber. I am so excited to view your content. Thank you! Jim
Thanks Jim@@jimcoon
Thank you so much for sharing your story…. Best wishes
I guess my dream of a small ranch is always going to be out of reach😂.
So many investors out there.
You are an incredible instructor/teacher/explainer. You could be pretty successful teaching seminars. I could see you doing well in the private online course format, like Cathy Heller did and teaches. She went from 6 figures curating and making music for use in film and tv to 10 figures in teaching people how to do that.
Canadian almost-senior here who just started watching your channel when I was looking for reviews of the Hohem MT2. I'm glad your channel came up in my search. I love your philosophy about work, content creation and youtube. Thanks for persevering in this and sharing your experience!
that's a great video. thanks for speaking out your mind and giving a words of advice..
Hi Zdenka. At 62 I have no interest in making YT a career! I got interested in video and photography to complement my music creations. Creators like yourself inspire and provide good advice on products and techniques. As a visual learner this is invaluable. As more and more purchases are online, I look to YT to see how the products work and get insights into their operation. If I like how the material is presented, I trust the review. You are one of my trusted creators. Long may it continue!
Thank you so much for your support and feedback. I’m really happy that the videos helped.
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THANK YOU for this. I've been doing UA-cam for a few years and have certainly wanted to quit a time or two due to burnout (and cruelty from people commenting... it gets to you after a while). Remembering your "why" really helps in times like that, as does allowing yourself the freedom to get creative in other ways.
My channel is about mermaids. I mostly post videos of myself swimming. It gets REALLY boring for me sometimes. So the other day, I filmed a makeup video that was mermaid themed. It was different, but still on topic. So it was interesting and fun for me to try while still being within my niche and within the expectations of my audience. I think it is good to be able to mix things up. It can be good to prevent burnout and also could help your channel reach new people 😊
As you said, unrelated hobbies really help too. I'm horrible at playing guzheng, and will never play it for anyone, but I LOVE playing my guzheng. It takes me out of the mermaid world and allows me to breathe. And getting outside in the warm months works wonders as well. 😇🖤
Thank you so much for your video. It helped me to reevaluate my purpose for making videos. And now I think I feel better remember why I do this 😊
Good luck to my fellow creators. I hope you will always find ways to enjoy doing what you do. ❤
This is such a touching video. I am glad that you spoke about the challenges. It feels good to see you communicating with your audience. I have been watching you over a couple of years now, and I always like your content because your videos are very soothing in a way. Your content has variation and your way of communicating is very pleasing. Many creators do similar content in an aggressive way and too many posts of course. But you take it easy which makes your audience feel calm and learn certain things. I am a big fan.
I admire your candor and honesty. Fully agree!
UA-cam recommended this one. I watched you for the first time. I love your honesty and your wisdom. Thank you
You are so welcome
The platform is getting quite restrictive and many people are not even sure how to avoid being banned anymore. 😞
Yes, certain niches for sure
Thanks for all the gread vids Zdenka and for your personal insight on your journey. Good luck to you.
You are very welcome
Loved this video! Also, great to see the insight into how you are managing your channel!
This is a great video. Thank you Zdenka for giving us good advice and insight. I love your content. ❤
It’s nice to see this video pop up in my UA-cam. It’s been a while. I still have my M50 which is why I followed your channel.😊
Very True. Came across your channel through this video. I definitely learned something new from you today. Thanks for sharing!
So much I've learnt on this channel is this is the icing on the cake. I have a special relationship with this channel as its my go to for tech education and reviews. And I won a selfie stick that my post office probably stole.
Thank you Zdenka.
Thank you for sharing your amazing backstory, Zdenka.
I also quasi-quit (like Matti Haapoja 😄) when my content suddenly hit a brick wall. It simply does not get recommended anymore. In lieu of burning myself out for no audience, I opted to channel my energy towards healthier passions.
You popped up on my page today and I'm glad. First of all, you are gorgeous! Thanks so for this candid chat! Appreciate you!
Bravo… well articulated. Follow your north star. You are on the right path for you. Luv your vids. Have been following you for years. Thx for what you do!!!
Hi Zdenka, thank you for your honesty ! Burning out is a very common problem which is often overlooked and not addressed. But I agree with your point that some people may have more energy than others.
Thanks for your advice!
You are very welcome
Thank you Zdenka! I love the way you teach and always waiting for your content. I am a noob in UA-cam and found your channel while searching for dji gimbal tutorials a while back, not only I learn how to use a gimbal but also learn a lot how to capture any moment more beautifully. Thank again and have a nice day😊
Great chat! Ty!
Glad you enjoyed it
Thank you so much, this is very well said especially for small youtubers like myself. I needed to hear something different and it makes complete sense. God bless
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and insightful perspective Zdenka. You have helped me so much, its always a pleasure. Excellent
Wonderful video Zdenka. It's nice to hear personal stories from time to time. For me it shows the creator cares about their subscribers, we're not just a revenue stream!
I love my channel and learned to create at my pace. Solo shooter & editor, I'm happy with what I can create. You hit it on the head, can you handle it if you blew up with million of subscribers. Thanks for sharing your perspective.
This is a great video Zdenka. Thank you
Thank you for sharing your truths. We need to demystify this whole UA-camr culture and be open about what it takes to do what you do. Running your own business is the hardest work one can do. You seem to have found the balance in your life - that’s gold 😊
I found you through this video. It was gold. Thank you for changing things up today to have this real talk.
Thank you for posting encouragement
You are so welcome
I came to this same conclusion last year. I wanted to keep my hobbies my hobbies and not as a job. I think you hit the nail right on the head. You are as beautiful as you are wise, cheers!
Well said & you’re 100% spot on. Always love all of your content, I’d rather see less but more valuable like the content that you create, in fact I’ve not long cleaned up my subs list by unsubscribing to about 90% as most were just repetitive content. All the very best & keep on creating……
This video will definitely help a lot of people, I found your channel recently, and I've already become your fan, I've learned a lot from you, I just have to thank you for everything 🙏😘👏❤
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Zdenka. I like this sceptical positivity and consider it as a way to not losing track of yourself. Greetings from Nuremberg, Germany.
Ahoi.
I’m thinking about vlogging. Great advice. We love you Zdenka! Thanks!