Wow the response to this video has been like nothing I could have ever imagined. Thank you so much for all the kind messages and I am so so happy that I have been able to inspire so many people. Keep going and never stop.
Thanks for this video* I love your raw honesty... I have been wanting to do youtube videos for a few years now. I am not tech savvy and was getting bogged down in thinking about editing and stuff...watching youtube video's many said just start! So, finally yesterday I posted my first one...raw, uncut and like you I have no problem just talking and sharing..luckily I have many years of working as a voice coach and it is my technique and I have 2 digital books as well...etc.... I have always followed my dreams and taken chances....I worried about going in front of the camera cause I am older now (after being a singer and a make-up artist ..so I had fear of being seen as older)...finally I said to myself whatever...it's a nice feeling to break the stupid movies we play in our head!.. Best of luck to you!
This video resonates and is inspiring. I've had a channel for a year with only 135 subscribers and I do everything myself. To hear this testament gives me hope.
Hi Ben, your story really resonates with me. I’ve gathered a following on instagram where I make content about architectural design. It’s something I love doing, but I’m struggling to see how to monetize it. You talked about maybe doing some consulting, B2B stuff. I would love to learn more about that. I could sure use some guidance and would love to work something out with you. I have 40k followers and sometime I just feel it’s kind of ridiculous that I haven’t monetized it. Is that the wrong sentiment to have? Anyway, I hope you see this and I wish you the best. Cheers!
Hey, creatives! 🌟 I’m on a mission to show that UA-cam can be a safe and supportive space for everyone. Your support means everything! Let’s grow together and make this community even stronger. 🌱 Much love and gratitude! 🙌✨
Awesome video, thanks for sharing your experience! Nowadays many content creators lack strategy. The upload everything straight away, and then they run out of ideas. This business is about constant uploading, but not too many times per week (and also after I upload something, I use a bit of Famester to make that piece of content instantly viral and popular). It's better to upload like once or twice per week, and it also helps to avoid burnout.
I don't have a twitch account. I don't really use Tiktok....I've never seen you before......but dude, I really needed to hear this. Thank you! Usually, videos like this are all about the revenue....and that's nice to hear....but at the end of the day, it's the freedom and peace of mind that we want. And it's great to be reminded.
the revenue is nice, but as you said, the freedom is priceless. As long as my earnings pay my bills and give me some disposable income to spend and save then I am happy. I don't need scale to 50k a month, it doesn't buy me more time.
Awesome video!! Shorts are working great on my second channel. I mean, I am just small content creator and I work really hard (I also use a little bit of Famester, but that is a necessity nowadays). I just give all my videos small initial boost, and that caused them to spread out literally everywhere, bringing more and more organic views day after day.
This was beautiful. I listened to this while im working as a janitor cleaning bathrooms lol, ive been doing youtube and IG since 2012 but ive never applied proper strategy. In the past year i started a new YT channel and taking it more seriously and already at 2k subs in 1 year. I still post on this channel too. But i just know im gonna get free one day. Videos like this help me to keep going thank you. Youre so authentic, its rare to see
I’m as real as they come, I have no hidden agenda, I don’t care what people think of me, I just want to be honest and realistic with people that this hard and it will take a long time but if you’re patient you will get there.
Well, as a fellow witchy type, you get an instant follow from me! I'm brand new on here, did have a bit of a witchy channel before, but it didn't go so well, but I love your story! (and your hair!) :D
I'm 62 and just uploaded my first video this week. I have a background as a videographer/editor, so that wasn't what kept me from starting a channel from scratch. Then the algorithm sent videos like yours my way and I took that as a sign to start creating and am glad I did. Thank you.
Couldn’t agree more, if there’s one thing I don’t want to be, it’s one of these money chasing gurus that becomes obsessed with being more rich. I just wanna live a chill life and make videos.
Nothing ever beats authenticity & you 100% have it, thank you for this honest share. From a 65 Yr old young hearted dude who's getting into this after years of wanting to. 👍💪🏻🙏
The actual problem on UA-cam is that way too much content is absolute garbage nowadays. Clickbait titles, "surprised" faces in thumbnails and stock video footage is not content. It's garbage.
I changed my plans and got over my perfectionism and self doubt to launched my first video yesterday. I kept telling myself I needed to do this or that first and be good at it before I can publish my first video. I switched to accepting being sub par for now as long as I get better with each video. I have considered deleting it at least once an hour since. I decided to view it differently - it got 11 views and 1 like. That means just over 9% of people who viewed it liked it. Sort of negative thoughts get negative results and positive thoughts get positive results.
Hey congrats the procrastinating and perfectionism is a real struggle for me so I love reading how you took your first step and just posted regardless! I'm working on my first upload now and will also hit the post button by the end of this week!
I watched a video earlier today from a big creator (multiple 100K subs) who had something like 5% likes for the video. People don't "like" very much, that's just a fact (unfortunately). From what I've seen, 10% is a good number to aim for. Good job posting content! Focus on improving with each video and just keep creating.
Your voice matters. It may be small right now, and not many are listening but whomever needs to hear your message will be drawn to you. You STARTED. Keep reminding yourself WHY when your self-doubt comes rearing it's ugly head. You MATTER 🎉
Liking the video at 40 second for the bravery of quiting your 9-5 job. The company I worked for closed in December and I decided not to get employed and start making content full time and I had to get a new job a month ago. Why? I did not apply myself and made like 1 video per month. That's on me. Now I'm making weekly videos and it looks like in a year from now I'll be able to quit this temporary job. I want to hear more about your journey.
Randomly read your comment but just wanted to say keep pushing. I went from 0 to the biggest creator within my niche in my country in 6 months on TikTok. It's all about putting in the work. Not everyday is a day you want to create but you gotta show up anyways. I believe in you! Go get it! 💫
Thanks for the inspiration. I’m 2 years in and love my transition for a 30year designer to a newbie DIY home improvement content creator. I’m 60 now and to have over 400000 followers is an amazing feeling! My advise is to never look back and always move towards your dream at any age.
Be careful....you are playing with fire. If you get to six and seven years of waiting.....you'll be trading a goal , which could of been a dream, for torture. I watch a zillion channels and they all improve with each upload; The complete opposite effect of one hit wonders in the music world. But...the real gem is that Life is an Edit; as you make videos you hone your own skills: ....organization, public speaking, thinking in an efficient way,...even being quick on your feet when something goes wrong. Most of all, you learn to laugh. Should you already have some of these tools...then imagine how much fun, for us, it will be if you share videos!
@@EvanGaleano That is what I have been doing, I've been just recording and practicing my video editing and graphic design skills with my recordings. But then I realized I like the logo and the videos I've made so I've decided to start posting them.
I have no idea who you are but your video was on my home page so I clicked on it. And I'm glad I did because this was such a great video of your transparency about your many hits and misses to get to where you are and where you want to be. Thank you for sharing and I hope everyone else who watches it gets inspired like I just did. Cheers to you and best wishes on your journey to maintain your healthy and happy work/life balance!
One of the easiest "smash the subscribe button" decisions ever. Followed you on all platforms. Signed, a new Inspired and Encouraged follower. Keep doing you and sharing you story. All it took was a few seconds into one video on my home page and I was in.
I don't remember the last time I watched more honest video on YT. Everyone wants to show you highlights of their journey and life. Being honest and realistic is very rare, and maybe doesn't appeal to mass audience but it does appeal to the right one.
Thank you. I’m trying to more of this style. I might do another journey one at some point this was super off the cuff and I’d like to maybe go into more details in some areas to talk about how I overcome certain challenges
Dude that felt really personal. Especially the message at the end to keep trying. Sometimes I wonder if the side hustle I’ve chosen is realistic. I’m pursuing content creation while others try to do businesses etc. And I wonder if I’m being reckless, given that I have a family. Of course I have my full time job but I wonder if I’m doing my kids a disservice when I’m distracted by the content creation. I think what’s their fault that I spend less time with them, because of my personal aspirations of trying to make it as a content creator. That’s where it feels silly to me, and frankly I feel immature and I get total imposter syndrome. But I think what’s important is that I find a balance and not sacrifice time with my kids, and about having a positive mindset. Hopefully it’ll be worth it in the end and one day I’ll be doing what I love and owning my time. Thanks a lot dude for the video.
What a refreshing video! I have never seen a content creator who would get emotional talking about their job. You seem so genuine and sensitive. I wish you all the best!
@@dominikaszczerkowska9689 thank you. I’ve put a lot of hours into content creation for a number of years, I always get emotional talking about finally making it
This was much needed I mean I’ve just started a really pushing myself to do it without getting distracted or frustrated. I’m a mom and making content is the only way I can do both be there for my kid & be there for myself ❤❤ Thank you
As a "content" creator, it feels so fulfilling to make stuff, regardless of how great my vids are. That alone is worth it. There is something special about being cringe on the internet forever 😂
This has really inspired us and our channel! Amazing video mate and we will definitely try and implement some of the fundamental lessons you have gave, definitely saving this video!
Just re started my Chanel on UA-cam after 2 years of taking a break . Been in the TV and film space for many years , now really want my own freedom to work my own content creation. I wish I can at least 1k subscribers at one point . I’ll keep going ! Thanks for good content brother . I just subscribed
Of all the human rights we feel entitled to these days, the freedom to live our days aligned with our inner calling is a rare gem... and quite overlooked. Thank you for sharing your inspiring story.
Your journey as a content creator is incredibly inspiring. The persistence and effort, even in the face of failure, is something we don't see very often nowadays. From the start, the adaptability and willingness to learn and grow are very evident. Your story gives hope to all aspiring creators out there. Keep pushing forward and sharing your experiences. If you're interested, I would love to do a podcast and interview you about content creation. I have A LOT of questions 😂
Forgetting perfectionism and doing what you want to do are 2 principles that change everything in creation. Action calls for results, waiting calls for failure. Your video is very refreshing and I really like the aesthetic you've created.
Nice video! I started YT by creating mobile game guides, specifically for 1 game for a few years then I switched to a different game for a few years. Gave up of those to focus on other aspects of my life and I’d always dreamed of starting a more “real” or personal channel.. finally I’ve decided to do it so I’m just re beginning my journey, but this feels like the start of my true journey- the other channels I knew were temporary, but I’m hoping this grows into a main part of my life.
That moment at the end, when you’re saying you’ve finally achieved your content creator dream and you’re just beaming.. that’s wonderful man, wonderful to see. Inspires me to do the same
@@MohamedAnouar7 Yeah I can do that. Give me some time to plan because that would be a long ass video but I'll put it in my list and think about how to do it over next month or so.
this style of videos kept me way more engaged than these over-edited videos! i was wondering how did you get over that fear of other people's judgment also why not share some tips on ''how to creat viral content ''?
Beautiful story and absolutely inspiring - not only for content creators, but also for anyone following their dream and starting with the first shaky steps. Your heartfelt, openness is truly a gift. Thank you for that. First year I started my online business as a side hustle, I made 8 bucks. Obviously counting the expenses, it was more like minus $300 in profits. Second year, $280. Third year, $1,300. 4th year the snowball effect truly rolled in, and I was making $3k+ still part-time to my day job. There are days (many actually) that it's a struggle to keep on believing, but feeling passionate about the content we create makes it easier.
at 14:20 this almost made me tear up dude. the feeling ur decscribing of free is the thing i cant wait to have with content creation. never felt so moved by a video. needed this so much, so thank you!
Just make sure you keep showing up and be consistent. You'll have periods where you get nothing and periods where you get something. Anyone can be successful on social media they just have to not give up.
I really enjoyed this video. Super encouraging. It's good to know that other creators get stuck and have to pivot a few times as well. Keep up the great work.
I've only just started and it has changed my life too. I must say that i'm already professionally highly successful and it has received the stress of being desperate to succeed and make money out of this. It's more about "I have found my purpose" Dare to be Exceptional. Dare to be Uncommon!
Ben new UA-camr over here !! I got monetized in 2 months and it is definitely a grind, but what keeps me going is knowing that if I quit nothing could've happened ❤
you are a creator, artist or creator to me there one in the same. creating is like a drug to me, its like an addiction and its a deep dive into who we really are and sometimes it is kinda scary but we must keep moving forward, this world can hit hard, the important thing is you keep going set that goal HIGH and run for it, i like your story very transforming. thank you
I am very happy for you, you give me hope, I am about to start in this world, online business, content creator, but my mind is fighting with this thoughts: "I don't have any particular talent or skill, what am I going to offer?" It's really hard just to START.
Love this! I also quit my job, moved to Europe and posted my first UA-cam video a few days ago… can’t wait to see how things unfold in the next few months
Loved this video. I've been following Ben on TikTok for a while, but this is the first UA-cam video of his I've seen as it popped up on my recommended. I've always wanted to start content creation but always lacked the self-confidence to put myself out there. Hopefully at some point in the future I'll be able to work with or alongside Ben on some projects.
Very inspiring to watch this on a Monday morning. It's brought me to tears listening to your story. I've Had imposter syndrome for so long and it's difficult to get out of it. One thing I would suggest you do is create a community - I think so many are lonely and would benefit from a place and safe space to talk and share their journeys as well as be part of a community and new friendships ! Thank you for your videos!!
thanks for the inspiration. you inspire me to go out and record myself out in the world instead of broadcasting in a room. I also feel really isolated as a video guy (I do this work for clients) I'm also always infront of the computer. well.. I think its key to be able to answer the holistic approach of combining the work we do in a way that doesnt make us need to separate work and life. live workshops in person. I bet it'll bring you hella joy. thank you for this. keep going!
I think I just fell in love. With your story, with you and your lookout on life. Your journey, that smile when you talked about how “that is what life should feel like”. Congrats on your success ❤
ah thank you for the kind words. I've carried the same outlook for a long time, mindset it everything and I've worked very hard on it. I'm very happy with how far I've come and where I am today.
The whole do I wanna be in middle management forever or change it up is a big issue for me. I appreciate you sharing and being vulnerable about your struggles and realistic. All the videos I have seen have been great. Good job!
Yeah it wasn't something I was ever sure of. I'm not a great people manager tbh and was struggling to see how I would also find progression in corporate if I didn't commit to managing. Working for myself has been my goal since I turned 18.
Appreciate you putting this video out there. I have been fighting lots of demon and trying to break the cycle of generational trauma. I quit few months ago and my financial situation is really nasa level shit but i try to fight to make it i know i will but just the time now is the test i have my love hold me on and i think that's that is needed. Being vulnerable is not looked greatly on this earth but we are humans and we forget that in all the external noise and internal choices. We still need to live. Your video is just what i needed today to keep working on my plans till they come to fruition. Appreciate it. ❤
Hell, yeah man, congratulations. Just the motivation I needed I promise you that. I am just starting at 64 and this is probably the best one that I have seen as far as motivation goes. Well done, sir enjoy.
This was super encouraging to watch 🎉 God bless. I think one take away from me was learning to build slowly and go through process. Only those that go through process, have something to bring to the table. Thanks man
Thank you for sharing your journey. I quit my job back in February 2024. This has been one heck of a rollercoaster 😂 I’m at the phase now where I’m reevaluating what I need to change/improve to grow - so I love that you shared that part of your journey. I’m so happy for you!! You made it 🌊✨
I love how real you are, even showing emotion. I've been on the fence when it comes to creating and dabbled in my own creations in the past (streaming video games, fitness tiktoks/shorts, and some generalized promo videos).. I have an amazing job to learn how to craft my skills (News photographer/editor) and I've been doing that for about a year and a half. My real goal is to find "freedom" as you mentioned while creating. I know it will take a ton of work and long hours (again, as you mentioned), but I thank you for this video.. I think this gave me the inspiration I need to finally get going again.
I'm as real as they come, I'm a very honest creator, I have nothing to hide or be ashamed of. I'm sick to death of these influencer gurus making it out like it's easy to make 10k a month
I got laid off from my well-paid tech job. I was burned out, and the anxiety it created in me was going to put me in an early grave. As such, I'm trying to get into content creation, and this gives me perspective that I may have to go back to tech until I get better at this. I never used social media until last 2 months and don't have depth of knowledge in any of these platforms. I'm trying to focus on TikTok and hoping I can find some good mentors that will help reduce the time to succeed in content creation. Anyhow, thanks for sharing. Very inspirational
Same boat here, about to be laid off of my well-paid tech job.... while I have some experience building my own affiliate sites and moderate social media user. I feel I need a good mentor to shorten my learning curve timeline. Unfortunately, as it stands now, there is nothing out there that can really "prove" these creators are legit. What would make someone feel 100% sure, this creators content is valid...verified assets/funds-In real life?
The most helpful man I’ve ever seen in TikTok, the amount of knowledge that I learned from him was almost everything when it comes to apps or video editing, i really appreciate what you did and what you’re doing, keep doing what you’re doing please, we love you man ❤️
This is awesome bro! I am a tech entrepreneur & found success there but want to start a YT so bad. It’s the only thing I’ve put off for years. Proud of you for sticking with it. What I will say on the making more $$ thing, I made over $2M profit at 26. Only reason I share that is because more money 100% does not bring more happiness. I thought it would and had a massive wake up call at 28 when I felt just completely empty, although I had everything I thought I wanted. Quickly realized it was never about money itself. It’s the freedom of not worrying about bills, being able to spend time with friends and family whenever, being able to create anything you want, etc… You can achieve all of these things making $10k-$20k/mo. When you surpass a certain amount, quality of life doesn’t seem to go up and actually declines instead. If I started from 0 again, my goal would be to achieve $20k/mo consistently, have freedom to create, and live a happy life with the people I love. Any income made beyond that, doesn’t really matter too much. Cheers brother.
Thank you for a great video! This was really fantastic insights and you really gave me some hope! I have only just started this channel but I really felt like I was exactly were you described before, in a corporate job working my ass off in sales, trying to reach impossible budgets for nothing but more and more stress, higher budget requirements and unhappy middle management.. I have two small daughters that my job didn’t give me much time for (1.5h/day if I was lucky) and I just couldn’t take the stress anymore, I had anxiety on Saturday mornings about going back to work on Monday (also knowing that I probably needed to work most of Sunday as well…) This all made my body scream with literal heart aches (I’m 35 so it shouldn’t be happening) and I searched for more nature, peace and relaxation. I hope that one day my creator journey will give so much relaxation to people that I can do it full time and enjoy it to the point of where you are now (I am now “unemployed” and are funding my UA-cam channel from my savings account and have given myself until the end of summer, I hope it will be enough time to at least be able to get monetized on YT…) Thank you for the inspiration, keep up the good work and congratulations to your hard earned, very well deserved success! 🥳😃👍🏻
Thank you for being so transparent, detailed and above all vulnerable. Takes a lot to film and edit and click upload in a world where EVERYONE has an opinion… Im glad you did click publish because I can confidentially say you’ve sparked the journeys of many from this. Thank you.
Honestly, this is the most inspiring videos I’ve seen lately. I’m present in Social media for a while now but just starting on this platform, I could relate to all struggles mentioned at the beginning of your video… and I think I am making the same mistakes 🫣 you gave me a hope and motivation kick! Thank you for sharing your journey and wishing you all the best!
I love your story Ben. It is really inspiring. I love your honesty and the non edited style of video. One thing though, you have a belief that growing your content creator career requires a team and that will become stressful. When you address that belief and replace it with a different one. With a version where growing your content creator career will not be stressful, it will not be. It it what you belief, what becomes reality. Best of luck mate.
This video changed my life and outlook. Hi Ben, your openness is what makes your content stand above the rest. I've finally started my channel. I'm so thankful YT showed me your video. Thank you 💙🙌🏼💪🏼
This was an amazing experience--the rawness and kindness in your video is much appreciated. I am an attorney and I run my own firm and have been looking to diversify. It's nice to know that there are people out there like me who are not interested in money but the peace that comes with being in line with your purpose no matter what that looks like. I subscribed :)
I'm 44, thought I'm too old to start UA-cam. Then I took a risk and decided to make a video. I got out my expensive Sony cam and cinema lenses, wrote, shot, produced and edited a long video for two weeks and was drained by the end. I thought it wasn't worth my time and talent to put so much effort in for nothing. Last night, on a whim, I just grabbed my iphone and recorded some thoughts about a movie and you know what? I HAD A BLAST! I stumbled into the joy of it and felt far more comfortable speaking into my phone than my expensive Sony...now I want to make more!
Dude, thanks for making this video. I am a musician that is also a content creator and have been for years. Things are starting to click and at times like you said it can be lonely, but it is most certainly worth it, and I am filled with happiness often. This post just brought me a lot of joyand positive inspiration. You just boosted my spirits and have me excited for the next big thing that’s right around the corner that I don’t even see yet.
When I saw the thumbnail "Just Start" It resonates what I am going through these past few months. I wanted to restart again doing art and start my youtube channel (other account) which I already did. However, I did not upload any videos yet. I know that it is not an accident that I saw your video, this is a reminder for me to push myself and create art again and document my journey.
This was so inspiring to me. The way you talk about the feeling you had that first month is exactly the feeling I so desperately want to experience and I will get there eventually. Thank you for reminding me to not give up and continue to chase my dreams ✨
Wow the response to this video has been like nothing I could have ever imagined. Thank you so much for all the kind messages and I am so so happy that I have been able to inspire so many people. Keep going and never stop.
Thanks for this video* I love your raw honesty... I have been wanting to do youtube videos for a few years now. I am not tech savvy and was getting bogged down in thinking about editing and stuff...watching youtube video's many said just start! So, finally yesterday I posted my first one...raw, uncut and like you I have no problem just talking and sharing..luckily I have many years of working as a voice coach and it is my technique and I have 2 digital books as well...etc.... I have always followed my dreams and taken chances....I worried about going in front of the camera cause I am older now (after being a singer and a make-up artist ..so I had fear of being seen as older)...finally I said to myself whatever...it's a nice feeling to break the stupid movies we play in our head!.. Best of luck to you!
Thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration to me.
Thank you for sharing, i just started a month ago, there is so much to learn! 💪
I also just started doing youtube 🎉 i hope for the both of us 🤞
This video on creativity was brilliant! It was inspiring and gave me so many new ideas
For every aspiring content creator watching, this is exactly how your story would turn out to be. Just get at it.
Nice ❤
Thank you brother ❤❤
Does that include ANY content.......say, a writer writing his book(s)? 🤣
Thank you that's good advice, hope all is going well and will go very well for you too 💯🙏👍
Thank you Ben. Good luck with everything you do 😀
This video resonates and is inspiring. I've had a channel for a year with only 135 subscribers and I do everything myself. To hear this testament gives me hope.
Great Stuff! I wish you all the best for your future projects. My dream the only Dream is to quit one day my daily Job
Thank You Ben
For everything
you're welcome
amazing. thank you ben!
very inspiring, fair play for following your gut and going though those tough moments
Hi Ben, your story really resonates with me. I’ve gathered a following on instagram where I make content about architectural design. It’s something I love doing, but I’m struggling to see how to monetize it. You talked about maybe doing some consulting, B2B stuff. I would love to learn more about that. I could sure use some guidance and would love to work something out with you. I have 40k followers and sometime I just feel it’s kind of ridiculous that I haven’t monetized it. Is that the wrong sentiment to have? Anyway, I hope you see this and I wish you the best. Cheers!
Hey, creatives! 🌟
I’m on a mission to show that UA-cam can be a safe and supportive space for everyone. Your support means everything! Let’s grow together and make this community even stronger. 🌱
Much love and gratitude! 🙌✨
❤❤❤ one of the best videos I've watch today.
Hey Ben, how are you? Quick Question, how or where did you learn about the basics of UA-cam, meaning Tags, keywords and all the other specifics?
wonderful.
I am so so happy for you. This video hits right in the feels. Keep enjoying your freedom. That is the true enjoyment in this life🥹♥️
I love hearing other people's stories, don't know how I found this but glad I did my guy. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you ❤
Awesome video, thanks for sharing your experience! Nowadays many content creators lack strategy. The upload everything straight away, and then they run out of ideas. This business is about constant uploading, but not too many times per week (and also after I upload something, I use a bit of Famester to make that piece of content instantly viral and popular). It's better to upload like once or twice per week, and it also helps to avoid burnout.
I don't have a twitch account. I don't really use Tiktok....I've never seen you before......but dude, I really needed to hear this. Thank you! Usually, videos like this are all about the revenue....and that's nice to hear....but at the end of the day, it's the freedom and peace of mind that we want. And it's great to be reminded.
the revenue is nice, but as you said, the freedom is priceless. As long as my earnings pay my bills and give me some disposable income to spend and save then I am happy. I don't need scale to 50k a month, it doesn't buy me more time.
@@BenKaluza That's a very refreshing take.
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Thank you for sharing your story and experience and your achievements ❤I really admire you on this story
Loved your story! Love your voice! Thank you 👏👏
Awesome video!! Shorts are working great on my second channel. I mean, I am just small content creator and I work really hard (I also use a little bit of Famester, but that is a necessity nowadays). I just give all my videos small initial boost, and that caused them to spread out literally everywhere, bringing more and more organic views day after day.
This was beautiful. I listened to this while im working as a janitor cleaning bathrooms lol, ive been doing youtube and IG since 2012 but ive never applied proper strategy. In the past year i started a new YT channel and taking it more seriously and already at 2k subs in 1 year. I still post on this channel too. But i just know im gonna get free one day. Videos like this help me to keep going thank you. Youre so authentic, its rare to see
I’m as real as they come, I have no hidden agenda, I don’t care what people think of me, I just want to be honest and realistic with people that this hard and it will take a long time but if you’re patient you will get there.
gave a follow, you're so pretty and I love all the purple:p wishing you luck on your channels!
That's awesome!
@@Darkervibes i truly appreciate that thank you so much
Well, as a fellow witchy type, you get an instant follow from me! I'm brand new on here, did have a bit of a witchy channel before, but it didn't go so well, but I love your story! (and your hair!) :D
I'm 62 and just uploaded my first video this week. I have a background as a videographer/editor, so that wasn't what kept me from starting a channel from scratch. Then the algorithm sent videos like yours my way and I took that as a sign to start creating and am glad I did. Thank you.
The secret is consistency & discipline, but keep going allen you're doing awesome!!
@@Jre4m Thank you... I'm trying!
Freedom is often what makes us feel rich. Wonderful story
Holy crap 😮 that was so succinctly put my jaw actually dropped in amazement. TRUTH!
That has to be one of the best quotes I have ever heard
Couldn’t agree more, if there’s one thing I don’t want to be, it’s one of these money chasing gurus that becomes obsessed with being more rich. I just wanna live a chill life and make videos.
Nothing ever beats authenticity & you 100% have it, thank you for this honest share. From a 65 Yr old young hearted dude who's getting into this after years of wanting to. 👍💪🏻🙏
A lot of reevaluating in the beginning.🌹
Power to you @tismeDenis
The actual problem on UA-cam is that way too much content is absolute garbage nowadays. Clickbait titles, "surprised" faces in thumbnails and stock video footage is not content. It's garbage.
I changed my plans and got over my perfectionism and self doubt to launched my first video yesterday. I kept telling myself I needed to do this or that first and be good at it before I can publish my first video. I switched to accepting being sub par for now as long as I get better with each video. I have considered deleting it at least once an hour since. I decided to view it differently - it got 11 views and 1 like. That means just over 9% of people who viewed it liked it. Sort of negative thoughts get negative results and positive thoughts get positive results.
Got to start somewhere, and hope you had fun making it so therefore it is 💯 worthwhile no matter what
Facts bro! Love reading this!!
Hey congrats the procrastinating and perfectionism is a real struggle for me so I love reading how you took your first step and just posted regardless! I'm working on my first upload now and will also hit the post button by the end of this week!
I watched a video earlier today from a big creator (multiple 100K subs) who had something like 5% likes for the video. People don't "like" very much, that's just a fact (unfortunately). From what I've seen, 10% is a good number to aim for. Good job posting content! Focus on improving with each video and just keep creating.
Your voice matters. It may be small right now, and not many are listening but whomever needs to hear your message will be drawn to you. You STARTED. Keep reminding yourself WHY when your self-doubt comes rearing it's ugly head. You MATTER 🎉
Liking the video at 40 second for the bravery of quiting your 9-5 job.
The company I worked for closed in December and I decided not to get employed and start making content full time and I had to get a new job a month ago.
Why? I did not apply myself and made like 1 video per month. That's on me.
Now I'm making weekly videos and it looks like in a year from now I'll be able to quit this temporary job.
I want to hear more about your journey.
👍
Randomly read your comment but just wanted to say keep pushing. I went from 0 to the biggest creator within my niche in my country in 6 months on TikTok. It's all about putting in the work. Not everyday is a day you want to create but you gotta show up anyways. I believe in you! Go get it! 💫
@@steven_erixon Thank you Steven!
14:36 is really why I enjoy content creation - the freedom to just LIVE. I’m a mom so I love the work life balance it affords me.
Thanks for the inspiration. I’m 2 years in and love my transition for a 30year designer to a newbie DIY home improvement content creator. I’m 60 now and to have over 400000 followers is an amazing feeling! My advise is to never look back and always move towards your dream at any age.
Watching this video is my “right place, right time”
What an inspiring story, I have been sitting on "I want to make videos" for years now. 3-5 years!
Just start filming, even if you don’t post just yet. Just start making em for yourself, for a friend. That’s how I started :)
@@EvanGaleano gives great advice!
Be careful....you are playing with fire.
If you get to six and seven years of waiting.....you'll be trading a goal , which could of been a dream, for torture.
I watch a zillion channels and they all improve with each upload; The complete opposite effect of one hit wonders in the music world.
But...the real gem is that Life is an Edit; as you make videos you hone your own skills: ....organization, public speaking, thinking in an efficient way,...even being quick on your feet when something goes wrong.
Most of all, you learn to laugh.
Should you already have some of these tools...then imagine how much fun, for us, it will be if you share videos!
Best time to start was 3-5 years ago, next best time is now 😎👍
@@EvanGaleano That is what I have been doing, I've been just recording and practicing my video editing and graphic design skills with my recordings. But then I realized I like the logo and the videos I've made so I've decided to start posting them.
I have no idea who you are but your video was on my home page so I clicked on it. And I'm glad I did because this was such a great video of your transparency about your many hits and misses to get to where you are and where you want to be. Thank you for sharing and I hope everyone else who watches it gets inspired like I just did. Cheers to you and best wishes on your journey to maintain your healthy and happy work/life balance!
I'm glad I could inspire you, will try my best to keep doing so
Same 😊
One of the easiest "smash the subscribe button" decisions ever. Followed you on all platforms. Signed, a new Inspired and Encouraged follower. Keep doing you and sharing you story. All it took was a few seconds into one video on my home page and I was in.
You dont know the impact you're making just by sharing your journey really! keep going, you dont know the difference youre making in our lives!
Freedom of time…I’m in tears. Thank you. Relaunching everything. Will focus more on IG and my Arts on TikTok.
Tired of struggling. Thanks again.
Freedom of time is everything. Way more valuable than any amount of money.
We’re watching your UA-cam account now get to work
@@BenKaluza Totally agree!
I don't remember the last time I watched more honest video on YT.
Everyone wants to show you highlights of their journey and life.
Being honest and realistic is very rare, and maybe doesn't appeal to mass audience but it does appeal to the right one.
Wonderful words....you're the kind of subscriber honest and transparent UA-camrs hope for.🙏
Thank you. I’m trying to more of this style. I might do another journey one at some point this was super off the cuff and I’d like to maybe go into more details in some areas to talk about how I overcome certain challenges
Love your comment, you got yourself a new subscriber❤
Exactly
Dude that felt really personal. Especially the message at the end to keep trying. Sometimes I wonder if the side hustle I’ve chosen is realistic. I’m pursuing content creation while others try to do businesses etc. And I wonder if I’m being reckless, given that I have a family. Of course I have my full time job but I wonder if I’m doing my kids a disservice when I’m distracted by the content creation. I think what’s their fault that I spend less time with them, because of my personal aspirations of trying to make it as a content creator. That’s where it feels silly to me, and frankly I feel immature and I get total imposter syndrome. But I think what’s important is that I find a balance and not sacrifice time with my kids, and about having a positive mindset. Hopefully it’ll be worth it in the end and one day I’ll be doing what I love and owning my time. Thanks a lot dude for the video.
What a refreshing video! I have never seen a content creator who would get emotional talking about their job. You seem so genuine and sensitive. I wish you all the best!
@@dominikaszczerkowska9689 thank you. I’ve put a lot of hours into content creation for a number of years, I always get emotional talking about finally making it
That's what we call quality value... The real story of every hustling Content Creator... Would love to see you grow more
This was much needed I mean I’ve just started a really pushing myself to do it without getting distracted or frustrated. I’m a mom and making content is the only way I can do both be there for my kid & be there for myself ❤❤ Thank you
💯 🙏💚
Thank you for this video. I felt like we were talking face to face in person as a friend.
I needed this, I start then lose momentum. I talk myself out of it. I need to keep going.
As a "content" creator, it feels so fulfilling to make stuff, regardless of how great my vids are. That alone is worth it.
There is something special about being cringe on the internet forever 😂
The most inspiring thing is your humility and ability to face those ’failures’, examine them and learn from them ❤ thank you
This has really inspired us and our channel! Amazing video mate and we will definitely try and implement some of the fundamental lessons you have gave, definitely saving this video!
Just re started my Chanel on UA-cam after 2 years of taking a break . Been in the TV and film space for many years , now really want my own freedom to work my own content creation. I wish I can at least 1k subscribers at one point . I’ll keep going ! Thanks for good content brother . I just subscribed
you got yourself a new subscriber❤
@@KlassyEsi Thank you and you as well
I need to hear this, Ben! Thanks for all the inspiration, man. I'll be going full-time content creator soon.
Of all the human rights we feel entitled to these days, the freedom to live our days aligned with our inner calling is a rare gem... and quite overlooked. Thank you for sharing your inspiring story.
Your journey as a content creator is incredibly inspiring. The persistence and effort, even in the face of failure, is something we don't see very often nowadays. From the start, the adaptability and willingness to learn and grow are very evident.
Your story gives hope to all aspiring creators out there. Keep pushing forward and sharing your experiences.
If you're interested, I would love to do a podcast and interview you about content creation. I have A LOT of questions 😂
Yes, and he’s not greedy
Forgetting perfectionism and doing what you want to do are 2 principles that change everything in creation.
Action calls for results, waiting calls for failure.
Your video is very refreshing and I really like the aesthetic you've created.
Nice video! I started YT by creating mobile game guides, specifically for 1 game for a few years then I switched to a different game for a few years. Gave up of those to focus on other aspects of my life and I’d always dreamed of starting a more “real” or personal channel.. finally I’ve decided to do it so I’m just re beginning my journey, but this feels like the start of my true journey- the other channels I knew were temporary, but I’m hoping this grows into a main part of my life.
That moment at the end, when you’re saying you’ve finally achieved your content creator dream and you’re just beaming.. that’s wonderful man, wonderful to see. Inspires me to do the same
I'm really enjoying creating this style of video. Are there any other topics related to content creation you want me to talk about?
Yes! How to build a content strategy. Love your content on tik tok and ig and love it here as well🔥
@@MohamedAnouar7 I agree!
@@MohamedAnouar7 Yeah I can do that. Give me some time to plan because that would be a long ass video but I'll put it in my list and think about how to do it over next month or so.
this style of videos kept me way more engaged than these over-edited videos! i was wondering how did you get over that fear of other people's judgment also why not share some tips on ''how to creat viral content ''?
loved the video, would like to know more about how you analysed trends to tweak your content, and how you improved your growth
Beautiful story and absolutely inspiring - not only for content creators, but also for anyone following their dream and starting with the first shaky steps. Your heartfelt, openness is truly a gift. Thank you for that.
First year I started my online business as a side hustle, I made 8 bucks. Obviously counting the expenses, it was more like minus $300 in profits. Second year, $280. Third year, $1,300. 4th year the snowball effect truly rolled in, and I was making $3k+ still part-time to my day job. There are days (many actually) that it's a struggle to keep on believing, but feeling passionate about the content we create makes it easier.
This is INVALUABLE insight for aspiring creators. Let's get to it!
at 14:20 this almost made me tear up dude. the feeling ur decscribing of free is the thing i cant wait to have with content creation. never felt so moved by a video. needed this so much, so thank you!
haha the feeling is amazing. I cried in another video talking about the same thing because of how great it feels.
@@BenKaluza one day I’ll come back here and thank you for this video when I’m crying😂😂 once again I appreciate u
Perfect timing! I just started doing videos and content on Instagram and TikTok and now found you! Great advise and I love your story!
Just make sure you keep showing up and be consistent. You'll have periods where you get nothing and periods where you get something. Anyone can be successful on social media they just have to not give up.
Your audio is so nice. The music isn't too loud, your voice is even. Very well-produced.
I really enjoyed this video. Super encouraging. It's good to know that other creators get stuck and have to pivot a few times as well. Keep up the great work.
I've only just started and it has changed my life too. I must say that i'm already professionally highly successful and it has received the stress of being desperate to succeed and make money out of this. It's more about "I have found my purpose"
Dare to be Exceptional.
Dare to be Uncommon!
Ben new UA-camr over here !! I got monetized in 2 months and it is definitely a grind, but what keeps me going is knowing that if I quit nothing could've happened ❤
Yes...l record and edit using my phone,l am the one doing all that... because I just started!at the end of the day l am proud of myself
Good to gear your story man, keep at it. Has certainly changed my life too and all for the better!
Thank you man appreciate it, will never stop keeping at it. Always highs and lows.
you are a creator, artist or creator to me there one in the same. creating is like a drug to me, its like an addiction and its a deep dive into who we really are and sometimes it is kinda scary but we must keep moving forward, this world can hit hard, the important thing is you keep going set that goal HIGH and run for it, i like your story very transforming. thank you
“I’m relatively hungry all the time…” LOVE THIS
I am very happy for you, you give me hope, I am about to start in this world, online business, content creator, but my mind is fighting with this thoughts: "I don't have any particular talent or skill, what am I going to offer?" It's really hard just to START.
Love this! I also quit my job, moved to Europe and posted my first UA-cam video a few days ago… can’t wait to see how things unfold in the next few months
I’m new too! Moving to Europe sounds awesome!
Loved this video. I've been following Ben on TikTok for a while, but this is the first UA-cam video of his I've seen as it popped up on my recommended. I've always wanted to start content creation but always lacked the self-confidence to put myself out there. Hopefully at some point in the future I'll be able to work with or alongside Ben on some projects.
This is my new favorite video on UA-cam. I really appreciate you sharing this. Very honest and transparent and encouraging. Keep up the good work 👍
Thank you so much
Very inspiring to watch this on a Monday morning. It's brought me to tears listening to your story. I've Had imposter syndrome for so long and it's difficult to get out of it. One thing I would suggest you do is create a community - I think so many are lonely and would benefit from a place and safe space to talk and share their journeys as well as be part of a community and new friendships ! Thank you for your videos!!
Totally agree with the idea of a community!😊
Ben, thank you for being so honest and encouraging. I love your authenticity. Keep it up, young man.
This video just changed my mentality from defeated to deflated, to hopeful. ❤ Thank you.
You got this!
The sad music made me expect some horrible plot twist at the end lol
I hear ya lol. I think he was going for a more inspirational feel 😊
thanks for the inspiration. you inspire me to go out and record myself out in the world instead of broadcasting in a room. I also feel really isolated as a video guy (I do this work for clients) I'm also always infront of the computer. well.. I think its key to be able to answer the holistic approach of combining the work we do in a way that doesnt make us need to separate work and life. live workshops in person. I bet it'll bring you hella joy. thank you for this. keep going!
damn the algorithm is blessing me today haha new sub, looking forward to following the journey man! 500 subs here and really loving the process
I think content creation is proving valuable information and inspiring your audience ❤🙏 good luck to every content creator
Great video, great journey! I wish you all the best of success
I think I just fell in love. With your story, with you and your lookout on life. Your journey, that smile when you talked about how “that is what life should feel like”. Congrats on your success ❤
ah thank you for the kind words. I've carried the same outlook for a long time, mindset it everything and I've worked very hard on it. I'm very happy with how far I've come and where I am today.
The whole do I wanna be in middle management forever or change it up is a big issue for me. I appreciate you sharing and being vulnerable about your struggles and realistic. All the videos I have seen have been great. Good job!
Yeah it wasn't something I was ever sure of. I'm not a great people manager tbh and was struggling to see how I would also find progression in corporate if I didn't commit to managing. Working for myself has been my goal since I turned 18.
Appreciate you putting this video out there. I have been fighting lots of demon and trying to break the cycle of generational trauma. I quit few months ago and my financial situation is really nasa level shit but i try to fight to make it i know i will but just the time now is the test i have my love hold me on and i think that's that is needed. Being vulnerable is not looked greatly on this earth but we are humans and we forget that in all the external noise and internal choices. We still need to live. Your video is just what i needed today to keep working on my plans till they come to fruition. Appreciate it. ❤
Hell, yeah man, congratulations. Just the motivation I needed I promise you that. I am just starting at 64 and this is probably the best one that I have seen as far as motivation goes. Well done, sir enjoy.
YOU FREAKING GO!!!
No time like the present
This was super encouraging to watch 🎉 God bless. I think one take away from me was learning to build slowly and go through process. Only those that go through process, have something to bring to the table. Thanks man
thank you ❤️
I just started a week ago after talking myself out of it for 10 years !!! God bless and good luck to you all !
you got yourself a new subscriber❤
@@KlassyEsi Thank you so much I appreciate it 🙌🏼🥹🙏🙏
@@Luisjoseglobal You’re welcome ❤️
Thank you for sharing your journey. I quit my job back in February 2024. This has been one heck of a rollercoaster 😂 I’m at the phase now where I’m reevaluating what I need to change/improve to grow - so I love that you shared that part of your journey.
I’m so happy for you!! You made it 🌊✨
I love how real you are, even showing emotion. I've been on the fence when it comes to creating and dabbled in my own creations in the past (streaming video games, fitness tiktoks/shorts, and some generalized promo videos).. I have an amazing job to learn how to craft my skills (News photographer/editor) and I've been doing that for about a year and a half. My real goal is to find "freedom" as you mentioned while creating. I know it will take a ton of work and long hours (again, as you mentioned), but I thank you for this video.. I think this gave me the inspiration I need to finally get going again.
I'm as real as they come, I'm a very honest creator, I have nothing to hide or be ashamed of. I'm sick to death of these influencer gurus making it out like it's easy to make 10k a month
I got laid off from my well-paid tech job. I was burned out, and the anxiety it created in me was going to put me in an early grave. As such, I'm trying to get into content creation, and this gives me perspective that I may have to go back to tech until I get better at this. I never used social media until last 2 months and don't have depth of knowledge in any of these platforms. I'm trying to focus on TikTok and hoping I can find some good mentors that will help reduce the time to succeed in content creation. Anyhow, thanks for sharing. Very inspirational
Same boat here, about to be laid off of my well-paid tech job.... while I have some experience building my own affiliate sites and moderate social media user. I feel I need a good mentor to shorten my learning curve timeline. Unfortunately, as it stands now, there is nothing out there that can really "prove" these creators are legit. What would make someone feel 100% sure, this creators content is valid...verified assets/funds-In real life?
I’ve just uploaded my first video to UA-cam, I don’t know how I will get on but I’ve made a decision today and I will just keep going
Well, look at that! I'm now a subscribed fan! Keep going, I know many people who like your type of content. ❤
The most helpful man I’ve ever seen in TikTok, the amount of knowledge that I learned from him was almost everything when it comes to apps or video editing, i really appreciate what you did and what you’re doing, keep doing what you’re doing please, we love you man ❤️
I love this story! well done mate
This is awesome bro! I am a tech entrepreneur & found success there but want to start a YT so bad. It’s the only thing I’ve put off for years.
Proud of you for sticking with it.
What I will say on the making more $$ thing, I made over $2M profit at 26. Only reason I share that is because more money 100% does not bring more happiness. I thought it would and had a massive wake up call at 28 when I felt just completely empty, although I had everything I thought I wanted.
Quickly realized it was never about money itself. It’s the freedom of not worrying about bills, being able to spend time with friends and family whenever, being able to create anything you want, etc…
You can achieve all of these things making $10k-$20k/mo. When you surpass a certain amount, quality of life doesn’t seem to go up and actually declines instead.
If I started from 0 again, my goal would be to achieve $20k/mo consistently, have freedom to create, and live a happy life with the people I love. Any income made beyond that, doesn’t really matter too much.
Cheers brother.
Thank you for a great video!
This was really fantastic insights and you really gave me some hope!
I have only just started this channel but I really felt like I was exactly were you described before, in a corporate job working my ass off in sales, trying to reach impossible budgets for nothing but more and more stress, higher budget requirements and unhappy middle management.. I have two small daughters that my job didn’t give me much time for (1.5h/day if I was lucky) and I just couldn’t take the stress anymore, I had anxiety on Saturday mornings about going back to work on Monday (also knowing that I probably needed to work most of Sunday as well…)
This all made my body scream with literal heart aches (I’m 35 so it shouldn’t be happening) and I searched for more nature, peace and relaxation.
I hope that one day my creator journey will give so much relaxation to people that I can do it full time and enjoy it to the point of where you are now (I am now “unemployed” and are funding my UA-cam channel from my savings account and have given myself until the end of summer, I hope it will be enough time to at least be able to get monetized on YT…)
Thank you for the inspiration, keep up the good work and congratulations to your hard earned, very well deserved success! 🥳😃👍🏻
Thank you for being so transparent, detailed and above all vulnerable. Takes a lot to film and edit and click upload in a world where EVERYONE has an opinion… Im glad you did click publish because I can confidentially say you’ve sparked the journeys of many from this.
Thank you.
The quality of your content is goals, I can't wait to get this camera! Please tell me what camera this is?
Honestly, this is the most inspiring videos I’ve seen lately. I’m present in Social media for a while now but just starting on this platform, I could relate to all struggles mentioned at the beginning of your video… and I think I am making the same mistakes 🫣 you gave me a hope and motivation kick! Thank you for sharing your journey and wishing you all the best!
I love your story Ben. It is really inspiring. I love your honesty and the non edited style of video. One thing though, you have a belief that growing your content creator career requires a team and that will become stressful. When you address that belief and replace it with a different one. With a version where growing your content creator career will not be stressful, it will not be. It it what you belief, what becomes reality. Best of luck mate.
This video changed my life and outlook. Hi Ben, your openness is what makes your content stand above the rest. I've finally started my channel. I'm so thankful YT showed me your video. Thank you 💙🙌🏼💪🏼
thank you so much for the kind words, I'm glad I could make a difference
This was an amazing experience--the rawness and kindness in your video is much appreciated. I am an attorney and I run my own firm and have been looking to diversify. It's nice to know that there are people out there like me who are not interested in money but the peace that comes with being in line with your purpose no matter what that looks like. I subscribed :)
This is a great video. Incredibly honest, which you don’t see much. 👍🏼❤️
This is awesome!! Thank you so much for sharing!! This has really inspired me!! I’m going to keep pushing this has given me so much hope!!!❤😊
I'm 44, thought I'm too old to start UA-cam. Then I took a risk and decided to make a video. I got out my expensive Sony cam and cinema lenses, wrote, shot, produced and edited a long video for two weeks and was drained by the end. I thought it wasn't worth my time and talent to put so much effort in for nothing. Last night, on a whim, I just grabbed my iphone and recorded some thoughts about a movie and you know what? I HAD A BLAST! I stumbled into the joy of it and felt far more comfortable speaking into my phone than my expensive Sony...now I want to make more!
Let’s do this! I’m 44 too and on my journey to start podcasting…You’re Sony and I’m Nikon. We’re still relatively young!
Dude, thanks for making this video. I am a musician that is also a content creator and have been for years. Things are starting to click and at times like you said it can be lonely, but it is most certainly worth it, and I am filled with happiness often. This post just brought me a lot of joyand positive inspiration. You just boosted my spirits and have me excited for the next big thing that’s right around the corner that I don’t even see yet.
ah thanks so much for the kind words glad i could be the kickstarter for you
When I saw the thumbnail "Just Start" It resonates what I am going through these past few months. I wanted to restart again doing art and start my youtube channel (other account) which I already did. However, I did not upload any videos yet. I know that it is not an accident that I saw your video, this is a reminder for me to push myself and create art again and document my journey.
This was so inspiring to me. The way you talk about the feeling you had that first month is exactly the feeling I so desperately want to experience and I will get there eventually. Thank you for reminding me to not give up and continue to chase my dreams ✨
The feeling is indescribable, it's like nothing I've ever felt before in my life and I am not an emotional person
you are very authentic man, very effective deep talk. big thanks fo inspiring. much appreciated, Ben :)