saying F*CK IT and changing my YouTube strategy

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  • if you've stuck with me through the last few years of trail & error, thank you! thank you for sticking with me and supporting me. I'm excited to upload more vlogs on here and really get back to the vlog channel vibes of 2021! I love you guys!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 367

  • @CathrinManning
    @CathrinManning  3 місяці тому +99

    welcome to cathrin manning vlogs 2.0!!

    • @MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts
      @MissEddieBlueKawaiiKrafts 3 місяці тому

      Literally not planing on watching but when I got a notification that said F it & it was about someone’s yt channel had to give it a click.
      Coppa killed my channel just over 4 years ago, still not over it 😒😓

    • @KirbyEnthusiast
      @KirbyEnthusiast 3 місяці тому

      Been following since before you blew up .
      Loved the title , I need to change mine as still struggling after 3 yrs to grow my brand

    • @KychaHoppe
      @KychaHoppe 3 місяці тому +1

      I love this! I am so excited for new vlogs, they are my favorite. I have been thinking about doing this exactly. I love watching vlogs, I just have a hard time filming them. ❤❤🎉🤩 you inspire me 💕🤗

    • @Fahzao
      @Fahzao 2 місяці тому +1

      Cathrin Morning vlogs 2.0

    • @lesshustlemorecoffee
      @lesshustlemorecoffee 2 місяці тому +1

      Yay!

  • @willmax95
    @willmax95 3 місяці тому +71

    If it makes you feel any better, basically every youtube tips person I started watching during the pandemic is now a vlogger and i’ve become used to watching them. A lot of them do things like “a day in NYC” “a day in NC”. I don’t have enough insight on your day to day aside from motherhood, but just film stuff you are already doing that is already making you happy. One thing i’ve always appreciated about being here is how conversational you are. If you even posted more videos like this sitting at your desk talking, i’d watch. Whatever you do, im here to watch

    • @MoonFaceLifeCoaching
      @MoonFaceLifeCoaching 2 місяці тому +1

      Same here! You have so much wisdom to share Cathrin! 🫶🏼

    • @ThatOneLadyOverHere
      @ThatOneLadyOverHere Місяць тому +1

      That's interesting! I subscribed during that era too, but must not have subscribed to anyone else! 😄

  • @ashleymarierael
    @ashleymarierael 3 місяці тому +39

    Cathrin don’t forget that YOU are the content. You are the niche. Just be you. That’s why I like to watch your videos because I relate to you in many ways. I originally found you when I was searching how to make UA-cam videos and I’ve stayed because you’re a genuine person with a beautiful smile. I am always excited to watch your new videos. I don’t care what it is. I will still watch. It’s been really cool watching you blossom. ❤

  • @irinasmith5588
    @irinasmith5588 3 місяці тому +49

    We stick with you because you are real and not afraid to be who you are, including sharing your failures. I think many of us are missing you speaking about your UA-cam tips and tricks, growth, ideas, processes, etc. You’ll figure everything out, it is rebirth for you + you are busy mom! Hugs 🤗

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  3 місяці тому +7

      It's so difficult to do both! I've tried a few different styles of videos to see if it will work, if I like it, if you guys like it, but usually it hurts my brand more than helping it so I'll keep trying!

    • @OG_lesliedixon
      @OG_lesliedixon 3 місяці тому +1

      Agreed! Your realness is why I'm here.

  • @JordanJSparks
    @JordanJSparks 3 місяці тому +28

    You can't fully step into your new life with one foot still in the old one. Set fire to the old 'Cathrin' and fully embrace the new chapter. Wishing you the best!

  • @havvaalexander9520
    @havvaalexander9520 3 місяці тому +21

    You come across as authentic. It’s nice to see real people, in real life situations and not just content “creators”.

    • @danielgeci4513
      @danielgeci4513 3 місяці тому +1

      What you really mean, even if you don't know it, is that this lady makes vacuous content with no redeeming value and it reminds you of earlier times when you would listen to a friend in real life prattle on about themselves, before you forsook that real life and fully entered the matrix of social media.
      My advice is if this sort of content feels like a warm home made meal to you then your life is a damn mess, you have no real friends or family, it's all your fault....get it together.

    • @KevinNordstrom
      @KevinNordstrom 3 місяці тому +4

      ​@@danielgeci4513 damn bro who hurt you LMAO

  • @jeannietelles
    @jeannietelles 3 місяці тому +11

    Came here for the UA-cam tips , stayed for the personality ❤ !

  • @HollyHargreaves
    @HollyHargreaves 2 місяці тому +6

    I left when you started doing vlogs, but I pop in once in awhile, because I like your vibe. Just keep doing & creating whatever you want, you have an audience 🌟

  • @DebraJohnson
    @DebraJohnson 2 місяці тому +8

    In my opinion, the problem is you’re all about yourself instead of the viewers.
    “What content to I want to create?” “What brands do I want to work with?”
    But then you say your tagline is “Create a life YOU love.”
    You should be creating content for your target viewer and not just for yourself.
    In what way are you actually helping people create a life they love?
    The daily vloggers that get views are all about helping the viewer through specific lifestyle tips and they are usually very engaging. They aren’t just vlogging. They are story telling and selling a lifestyle.
    Like this video…it’s interesting but not really helpful for the viewer.
    You’ll get sponsors again when you engage a target audience.

    • @blaizenova
      @blaizenova 18 днів тому +1

      So well put! She completely veered away from YT tips and attracting her initial audience that led to her growth.

  • @ItsLizV
    @ItsLizV 3 місяці тому +21

    Im one of those people who watches ALL of your stuff. Found you through your 1k YT video and even got your blow it up blueprint!
    Anyways, even if you uploaded a video of your favourite quick mom-dinner i would still watch it 😂 im just excited for more cathrin videos!

  • @AlainaMartinLe
    @AlainaMartinLe 3 місяці тому +9

    I strongly believe we need more creators who help lifestyle channels grow tbh it all mostly FAQ videos

  • @ilikepersonalfinance7764
    @ilikepersonalfinance7764 3 місяці тому +3

    Cathrin, when I first started following you I was an active duty military mom of 1 (and pregnant!) and now I'm a veteran, college student, mom of 2. I've gone through some changes in the last 4.5 years (started following you in September 2019) but I've really enjoyed watching you through all of your changes! I think you'll have a big chunk of viewers that will remain loyal :)

  • @cheercraz141
    @cheercraz141 3 місяці тому +5

    The fact that I’m watching this and also catching up on all old videos starting at the content bug blowup…I’ve legit binged your content the last 3 weeks and enjoyed all the changes, highs and lows. I actually found you again after seeing tips long ago when I was starting my channel before I had a kid and now I love the mom content now that I am a mom!

  • @FullyLovingYourself
    @FullyLovingYourself 10 днів тому

    I’m in this space now and I’m glad my channel is still small so I can explore these feelings. Feeling that I need to post for the algorithm has made me hate creating content or just having a bad relationship with my consistency.

  • @GoshenLights
    @GoshenLights 2 місяці тому +4

    Your UA-cam tips videos were so well-executed, professional, and clarifying. I totally understand wanting to have a more "me-centered: film, cut, and go" vlog. I definitely understand new baby days, also. Is there a way for you to continue making the excellent quality of the past but with topics that you actually love? Your ability to teach educational content is your great strength, adding the most value to the most people (at the cost of unfiltered self-expression). "Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit." Blessings on your baby and early motherhood...I know what it is like!

  • @AHomesteadingHustle
    @AHomesteadingHustle 3 місяці тому +3

    Cathrin, this video really sparked my brain this morning. I have only been trying to grow a channel for 2 years and I feel like I haven't really found 'me' yet. I feel incredibly inspired to make a video addressing this with my audience as a launching point for a change of confidence within my channel. Imposter syndrome is real and we often can get lost in those thoughts. Thank you for your realness and authenticity! ❤

  • @RiahtheFire
    @RiahtheFire Місяць тому +1

    I came during the content bug shift and honestly I’m here for your vlogs bc of your reality and thought processes, be you I’m so proud of you, thank you for being real to yourself and changing!!! BE YOU. And then stick to that person bc it’s going to bring the most creative content out of you. I started out being a wide open niche and not connecting to companies to now niching out specifically. It’s been a long road and I would honestly say me niching out was the best decision for me to actually make a career out of content. My Instagram shows my entire life but who I became on UA-cam is very specific, whatever vlog I want to do I will be around my niche. I hope you find you’re new true niche, it’s harder when you have hundreds of thousands of followers watching you pivot but keep pushing sis ❤

    • @RiahtheFire
      @RiahtheFire Місяць тому

      In order to pivot my content entirely on TikTok and UA-cam I deleted everything waited 3 months and then started fresh 😭 and it worked!

  • @PeterSu
    @PeterSu Місяць тому

    As someone that has so many ideas and struggles to figure out the main focus, this is really comforting. It's also really inspiring to see how you're way more comfortable just being you now on camera - really inspiring stuff. Thanks for sharing!

  • @GlamGirlGabi
    @GlamGirlGabi 3 місяці тому +5

    Cathrin, have you ever considered making your "UA-cam Tips" videos private? When I started on YT, I was making a lot of content about hair loss (I made a hair transplant vlog that blew up) and EVERY VIDEO that I made that wasn't about hair loss, tanked horribly. I ended up making a lot of the hair loss videos private in order to pivot the audience and the algorithm and it worked (it took time and a ton of work but it eventually worked) and now NO ONE knows me for hair loss and hair transplants anymore. I just wanted to share that with you because I can relate to being stuck in a niche that you don't want. I love your videos, your realness and vulnerability. I watch almost all of your videos and can relate to you very much as a mother. Sending a hug from creator to creator.

    • @TheCountryCouponer
      @TheCountryCouponer 3 місяці тому

      Good idea think it would totally work after some time, but if I remember correctly in her analytic videos, she makes a lot of money from her previous content!

    • @GlamGirlGabi
      @GlamGirlGabi 3 місяці тому +1

      @@TheCountryCouponer Yeah that is the tricky thing right? And creators have to pay bills too.... Vlogging, in my opinion, is the hardest style of content to get high views on of all the content you can make. You have to win people over with a very interesting personality. I could never do it. I'm just not different or interesting enough.

    • @TheCountryCouponer
      @TheCountryCouponer 3 місяці тому

      @@GlamGirlGabi yep

    • @TheCountryCouponer
      @TheCountryCouponer 3 місяці тому

      @@GlamGirlGabi OMG you are killing it on UA-cam! Good job 👏

  • @RaeanneDesigns
    @RaeanneDesigns 3 місяці тому +2

    I found you in 2021 and YOU are the reason I started my own UA-cam channel. And YOU are the only one I've consistently followed since 2021! We all love you and are a part of our weekly lives 🧡 Thank you so much for all you've done!

  • @gracenevitt
    @gracenevitt 3 місяці тому +2

    UGH I feel this so hard bc I feel like I people please in my content a bit too much too and I'm really excited to try and diversify and create content that I love!!! thanks for always sharing your thoughts cathrin we're here with you!!!💗

  • @rastlinesofine
    @rastlinesofine 2 місяці тому

    On one hand it's comforting to hear other people are also struggling with the same things, but on the other hand it's holly sh*t it never ends, does it?! It's the constant loop of realizing you stirred away from your path, you find yourself again, then you please people again, and we're back to where we started. 🙈

  • @Mrs_Adams
    @Mrs_Adams 3 місяці тому +2

    I am so excited about this for you!...and us! I've sincerely missed your vlog channel! So glad you're finding what makes you happy and we get to enjoy it with you!

  • @KnotTheKnorm
    @KnotTheKnorm 2 місяці тому +1

    This hit with me Cathrin as I’m stepping back into my biz after an almost 4 year absence. So thank you for sharing… I’ve been watching your videos here and there for the past couple of years, always stuck around because of how real you keep things. Like you said… it feels like you’re catching up with a friend when you watch people’s videos. I’m confident you will figure it all out as you keep creating things and following inspiration! Hope the best for you!!

  • @wildrayy
    @wildrayy 3 місяці тому +8

    Your vlogs inspired me to start filming mine. I used to watch your tips for UA-cam and was always planning and planning to start filming but never truly did. But vlogs inspire me way better to actually go and do it 💕

    • @danielgeci4513
      @danielgeci4513 3 місяці тому +1

      Great!!!!! Now there will be two people who have nothing to say droning on into the ether of the interwebs. I hope you're pretty sweetheart because that's the only way this content model works. It is adorable tho you think people watch this channel for the words or will care about yours

    • @MoonFaceLifeCoaching
      @MoonFaceLifeCoaching 2 місяці тому +1

      Exactly. Same here. I never really felt like I could ever do all that professional stuff honestly because I’m a single mom myself but recently I got inspired by your free flow style and casual vlog and editing and I just decided to go for it. I just started a month ago and watching you’re journey and where you are now is huge reason and model for me Cathrin.

    • @MoonFaceLifeCoaching
      @MoonFaceLifeCoaching 2 місяці тому +1

      Subscribed! I say let’s start a community. How to tune the tide on social media and go from perfectionism to authenticity and self love. We wanna support and see each other thrive and be our true selves. There’s a huge need for this on social media.

  • @jaimiesmadmind
    @jaimiesmadmind 3 місяці тому

    I feel the same at the moment... I've been creating since 2021 and I'm still setting my vision for my channel, trialling different things and working out what I actually want to focus my attention on... It's good to know it's an ever evolving thing and it's ok to change what you do whenever you want, because the right people will follow your journey with you! ❤ You're a true inspiration Cathrin I look forward to whatever you create girl! Love it!❤️

  • @Briana12906
    @Briana12906 3 місяці тому +1

    I can’t wait to see what you do, I’ll be here through it all!

  • @rebeccaj
    @rebeccaj 3 місяці тому +2

    To answer your own question - because you're real! You show us the ups and downs, I've been here since The Content Bug days and loved the tips videos but while you've grown it's been lovely to see how that has worked out. You have to adapt to how your everyday life is changing and all this needs to fit in with you, it's definitely a journey and we're with you for the ride😊

  • @martialbodiestv5041
    @martialbodiestv5041 11 днів тому

    I started watching you when you were in the ~55K or so subscriber mark because of some other UA-camr who recommended your channel as a "best kept secret" and they couldn't understand why you didn't have more subscribers. I really enjoyed your content; however, as you slowly started to make your channel more personal, I fell in love with it. I really enjoyed when you had a topic and at the same time we got to see the "real" you. I loved your Vlogs (and especially love your xmas marathons). I guess what I'm here to say is I'm one of those people who seem to enjoy whatever you do and am here supporting you.

  • @WildFloridian
    @WildFloridian 2 місяці тому +1

    Been here since Jan 2020 and been here for ALL the vlog videos. I’ve been here for all your “niches”… making matcha niche, emptying the dishwasher niche, buying green juicing stuff niche, changing ALL the light fixtures niche, painting all the things black niche, house plant niche, folding laundry niche, puzzling niche, talking in car niche… Niche, no niche… you’re fun to hang with.

  • @michelleluvbeachsunsets4529
    @michelleluvbeachsunsets4529 3 місяці тому +1

    The vlogs have always been my favorite! Looking forward to more of them. Don’t overthink and just be you.

  • @lunaazul3000
    @lunaazul3000 3 місяці тому +2

    I really feel like I started really following and paying attention when this channel was more about giving indepth technical UA-cam advice and super positive encouragement about setting your UA-cam or starting your UA-cam. I feel that deep inside we all fantasize with being able to make it into UA-cam and earning money doing it and even though we don't live past just that thought watching UA-camrs show you the ins and outs if what they successfully do is enough to want to keep tuned in. Once you establish yourself as that type of UA-camr your public keeps following to get that from you but when they switch gears on you and do something different it's hard to get used to it.

  • @DeckerKetola
    @DeckerKetola 3 місяці тому +2

    I have been here since you were at 20k subscribers and I have loved all the content you create! Especially the vlogs!

  • @blueskybianca
    @blueskybianca 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m one of those people! Been following your journey since 2020! ❤ I just love how real and raw you are! I think you are just super authentic. Keep being your wonderful self Cathrin!

  • @AriGJohnson
    @AriGJohnson 3 місяці тому

    SO excited for this - I loved your vlog channel! Those are my favorite kind of videos too

  • @LilCraftyNook
    @LilCraftyNook 3 місяці тому

    Yes, I hear you! Thank you for this. Very motivating! ❤

  • @MotifMusicStudios
    @MotifMusicStudios 3 місяці тому +1

    Fun to catch this so quickly! Cheer you on in finding your fresh groove and one that serves your new groove and things that bring you joy!

  • @myebonytower
    @myebonytower 3 місяці тому +1

    I’ve been subscribed to you on my other/personal YT Channel for awhile now!! I found your YT Tutorial videos years ago and still watch them as I try to grow my business YT Channel! I’ve watch alllll the transitions from tutorials to home to baby!! You make great content….period! So, watching from a perspective of just subscriber, I’ve been loving it! You’ll figure it out. ✨✨

  • @KrystaNorwick
    @KrystaNorwick 2 місяці тому

    Hi girl! I’m one of your dedicated subscribers! I watch every video you put out. I originally found you through your UA-cam tips when I was starting my own channel in 2020, but I’ve stuck with you for YOU! I will watch anything you put out because I am here for who you are as a person. I think when you find what you are passionate about creating, that shines through, and then people want to watch it! You are still an ongoing inspiration for me and my creative journey. Thank you for continuing to make videos for us to enjoy ❤

  • @LifeWithSnowDogs
    @LifeWithSnowDogs 2 місяці тому

    I just wanted to say I loved you speaking freely about all this! I also started off in a specific niche (martial arts), grew my channel to a "big size" and then realized it doesnt quite fit me as a whole person anymore. Took your thoughts from this video and was inspired to start vlogging on this channel again & just seeing where it goes! Thank you for sharing & can't wait to keep watching your vlogs!!

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  2 місяці тому

      oh my goodness yayyy!! here's to an awesome new journey!

  • @CozyCloudASMR
    @CozyCloudASMR 3 місяці тому

    I’m only half way through but I LOVE THIS so much already. I really relate bc I have 2 YT channels that have never really popped off. and I’m at this point too where I’m just done people pleasing. I’m now gearing up to start a fresh new channel that I really love & I needed to hear a lot of what you spoke on today.
    Also if it means anything: I have stuck with your channel through all the changes you mentioned for a few years now, and - it’s you, Cathrin. You’re the constant that keeps me around! So whatever you do I’m excited to see what you do now that you’re doing YOU!

  • @CalebEckenrode
    @CalebEckenrode Місяць тому

    I've actually watched you when trying to figure out how to grow on UA-cam a few years ago and seriously thanks for the help and motivation along the way. As far as rebranding I'm sure you know this but find something you enjoy learning about/talking about and make that your niche. I feel like you have enough core audience to jump to a whole different niche of whatever you wish that to be. Good luck in your journey and I will continue to watch!

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  Місяць тому

      Oh thank you!! I’m glad you found my content helpful in your own journey!

  • @debrafisher7373
    @debrafisher7373 3 місяці тому +3

    I've watched you since you were still in Rochester and you were my Pinterest Queen lol
    I've seen that you've been struggling but have attributed it to trying to find a good balance between vlogging your life and trying to maintain privacy for your son. I have no doubt that, whatever the reasons, you'll figure it out. You've been thru some 💩 before and have done a fine job of navigating everything. Take your time...we're not going anywhere 😚

  • @Lovelifeandtravel
    @Lovelifeandtravel 3 місяці тому

    Been watching since 2020. Loved watching your daily vlogs in the last house, you inspired me so much the way you embraced being single again after that messy break-up. I have watched you grow and blossom in your confidence and been there when you sold the last place and bought this one, then when you became a Mom. I think I originally discovered you from the UA-cam tip videos but your vlogs is what I enjoyed and still enjoy the most. 🇦🇺

    • @Lovelifeandtravel
      @Lovelifeandtravel 3 місяці тому

      I watch your videos like some people watch the Kardashian’s 😂

  • @stageandflight
    @stageandflight 3 місяці тому

    I found you during the pandemic and have been watching you non stop for I guess 4 years now. My favorite kind of videos from you are your daily vlogs or when you just talk about your day. Keep making what you love and the ones who need to be here will be here. Enjoy your content and we will too.

  • @AllThingsNele
    @AllThingsNele 3 місяці тому +2

    I’ve been here since you were The Content Bug around 4K or before. 10 toes down til the wheels fall off !! Do you!! Whatever you shift to I’ll still be here! As you grow in life and evolve so will your content. Embrace and be happy in it!

  • @natachaguyot
    @natachaguyot 3 місяці тому

    I love that you’re going to focus on content that makes you happy! I’m looking forward to it!
    Having had an existential crisis about my business and channel recently and making a big shift that’s so much more aligned, I nodded along most of this video ❤

  • @QuesttoFIRE
    @QuesttoFIRE 3 місяці тому +4

    Long time viewer and one of those people who watch everything! Just a thought to consider- so many of us love your content because you come across as being 100% genuine, and we’re just here for the story of your life. 😊 I think where you might be struggling mentally is how to show YOUR life on YT when such a big part of your life is not revealed on your channel. (And again, I get it, it’s 100% your call.) But I know I would personally struggle with having a vlog style channel about my life without including the BIGGEST love of my life- my hubby.❤ My guess is that you’re just struggling with how to keep that genuine feeling while also editing out some of the most important pieces of of your life.

  • @allthingsamandamichelle
    @allthingsamandamichelle 3 місяці тому

    Yay!!! SO GLAd you’re back!!❤

  • @LynneCarey
    @LynneCarey 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m one of those who has followed you through for the past few years. Personally I try to watch every YT video you make plus I follow you on instagram. I find most if not all your content helpful. From content creation tips through working as a new Mom to renovations. It’s interesting and inspiring to see how you are navigating through the whole process. You do a great job 🤗💖

  • @SketchingWithSarah
    @SketchingWithSarah 3 місяці тому

    I just wanted to take a sec and thank you! I've been here since 2019 and I honestly came for the UA-cam tips because I wanted to start creating content on UA-cam and started making videos in the pandemic. But I stayed for YOU! It's so rewarding as a viewer to see you blossom so much and meeting you at workshop tour and seeing you seriously thrive but also be SO REAL and authentic makes you a rare find on here!
    Back in 2020, I followed all your tips and saw some growth making videos that made me happy and I was SO disciplined and upload a video every Friday and didn't miss an upload for like 3 years? Then life happened and I had to miss one upload and I was SO hard on myself. It was like losing a streak and I gradually just stopped uploading altogether. I felt like well, if I can't be consistent I'm not going to grow so why bother. I lost all the joy I had making the videos I started with. Then with more life happening I'm hoping to start making videos again and now seeing Cathrin Manning: who I look up to so much as a creator just saying Fck It and doing what she wants is exactly what I needed to hear. I love the idea of just filming, editing, uploading, and whatever that timeline looks like is the when a video goes up. So I just wanted to say thank you for being you and sharing your journey with us! You are helping people more than you think ♥

  • @sabyna2
    @sabyna2 3 місяці тому

    The biggest thing I've learned about myself as a youtube consumer is that I will continue watching content because I like the creator. I'm a dog mom and childfree, so I cant relate to the baby content, but because its you and your baby, I'm invested. I've been here since just before you moved to Alabama, like just pre-vlog account. Honestly I've felt like you've followed the "Zac Efron effect" as in your content has changed exactly to what I've needed in my life, in different stages of my life. So while I cant speak for everyone, whatever you decide to do and what makes you happy, is what makes the the content and what we love about you shine bright. Can't wait! ❤

  • @AngelNichole
    @AngelNichole 3 місяці тому

    I have been following along with you since The Content Bug and the 1k video and I watch all your videos just because I like you as a person! I’ve had my channel for 2 years and totally understand! It’s hard to have a niche when you’re a creative! That’s why I love your channel! It’s like a box of chocolates, you never know if Cathrin is gonna be spontaneously redoing a whole room or we’re just gonna hang out and chat like old friends! 😁

  • @gewoonzijnkarin
    @gewoonzijnkarin 2 місяці тому

    thanks for this video. I actually enjoy following people who don't have advertising in their vlog and post less often. because then I'm really happy when there is a new video. I watch them all the way through. If someone posts often I get bored and I notice that I fast forward or don't look anymore. just do what makes you happy, that's the most important thing. if you are happy with it, the people are often happy with it too❤️

  • @establishedspaces_kristinaash
    @establishedspaces_kristinaash 3 місяці тому +1

    Oh man, I've been here watching you since your preset photo settings days! Here for you 🎉

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  3 місяці тому +1

      oh my goshhhhhh! presets were really an error for influencers lol

  • @16demolka
    @16demolka 2 місяці тому

    I found you in 2021 and binge watched your YT content. Then you bought a house and interior are right up my alley so I’m on this journey of your channel with you. I love how genuine you are :)

  • @drdawnshoptalk
    @drdawnshoptalk 2 місяці тому

    We stuck with you because you are THAT adorable. Can I get an amen people? Lol. And 30? Girl, I remember feeling that way at 30 and the crazy thing is that I felt more confident reinventing my life at 56 than I EVER did at 30! You’ve got this. I am a small UA-camr Cathrin and your content is VERY similar to what I offer clients through workshops, coaching and my book, and I absolutely love how you take us as your audience on your journey to creating an amazing life. I use my UA-cam channel as a library of videos for my clients but keep thinking I need to rethink my strategy and possibly add more vlog-style videos as a career woman who took early retirement at 56 to start her dream business full-time (thank you pension check. Yes, I am one of those business owners who needed to wait until she had a regular paycheck coming in. Lol). Don’t ever stop making your UA-cam videos. I need my Cathrin fix. Ha! And congrats on your sweet angel. My baby is now 25 and she is serving her country in the Air Force (proud military momma), we FaceTime every day and it still feels like she was a baby not that very long ago.

  • @honey_lion
    @honey_lion 29 днів тому

    I started watching you when you were the content bug! I love how real you are, and how open you are about content and creating but having an actual life. I think you could really make so much content about social media / UA-cam, but only if you want to. You’ve inspired me so much, and I’ve been binging all your videos, old and new, because I’m currently in the process of rebranding my channel.

  • @naturalcreations40
    @naturalcreations40 3 місяці тому

    Cathrin thank you for always being genuine and yourself. You have been so inpiring, I will always be following your journey while caltivating my own.

  • @diviningtheoracle
    @diviningtheoracle 3 місяці тому

    Loved your content throughout your journey! I think your humbleness with almost half a million followers is so endearing and inspiring

  • @Noochbaby
    @Noochbaby 2 місяці тому

    Coming back to this video to leave a comment after watching it on my TV when it first came out. I’m one of those people who watches every single one of your videos in their entirety. Although I don’t think I usually leave comments. I don’t care much about UA-cam strategy other than to hear your experience and learn something new. It’s not something I would actively seek out. I watch your stuff because I like you as a person and I like your vlogs. I’m rooting for you lady!

  • @DonnasWonderland
    @DonnasWonderland 2 місяці тому +1

    For market research purposes, I've known of you for around 5 years watched some videos here and there found your moving videos to this house and have watched almost 100% of your videos since that point. The reason I watched given it was your UA-cam tips and stats I really enjoyed. I'm nosey and you keep it real, you're not afraid to do videos like this showing that life and work is full of ups and downs for everyone. It's relatable and you make me feel less alone in this journey of entrepreneurship. I also love home content and travel content so now I stick around and I watch because it's like I get these fun vlogs mixed with some real talk where I feel we are having a conversation even though you're talking and I'm listening it's a bit one-sided but you know what it's fine lol ;) oh and demographic wise I'm probably out of your norm, early 40s mother of a 23-year-old living in the UK. I have 5 other content creators who I watch every single video they put out and another 5-10 who I watch when the title or thumbnail grabs me.

  • @KirbyEnthusiast
    @KirbyEnthusiast 3 місяці тому

    Loved this vlog , watched to the end . Your honesty is awesome Cathrin thankyou .
    Looking forward to what ever you do in the future 👍👍

  • @goalobsession
    @goalobsession 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing ❤ it sims that for many people (including me) this year is all about finding ourselves what we really want

  • @happilyeverlambert3198
    @happilyeverlambert3198 3 місяці тому

    I love how we get a variety of videos from you. I support you in whatever you choose to do with your videos.

  • @Beautifully_Flawed_Helen
    @Beautifully_Flawed_Helen 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing your real and raw feelings x I’ve been with you since late 2018, I love your content from both channels. I recently went through my channel subscription and had a clear out. I’ve pivoted from watching ‘how to’ ‘tips’ videos to daily/weekly vlogs ❤ You have been through a 💩tone these last few years. We will always stick with you as you share the real and raw, the good and the bad x You’ll find your groove sweetheart x I’m in a similar funk right now so I can relate ❤ Sending you a massive hug ❤❤❤

  • @KathrynJeanetteMusic
    @KathrynJeanetteMusic Місяць тому

    Niche driven channels have always made me feel crazy. Personally, I’ll watch two or three videos, get the info I’m looking for and never come back. Folks that shift their content or provide several topics one hundred percent inspire me. It’s like how I feel about music. I don’t listen to one genre, I listen to several and when an artist can come out with various sounds, I get stoked to share my love of genres. You so are one of the creators I enjoy following! I love seeing your evolution because it feels so human ❤

  • @the1994candleco
    @the1994candleco 3 місяці тому

    I’m one of the people who literally watches everything you post! Genuinely you’re the only UA-camr I’ve been watching and really am actively still interested in everything you do for song! And I think it’s because you are “all over the place” as you say. But to me that goes perfectly with “creating a life you love.” You show your life, one day it’s house renovations then it’s baby/mom stuff, then it’s talking about UA-cam strategy and business stuff. I personally think that’s why I’ve stayed so interested because it’s not a copy paste type situation. But I’m excited for vlogs cause that can go the same direction and it can be about basically whatever.
    All that to say I think you’re just too hard on yourself and you’re doing great! Haha! I don’t comment much because I’m generally watching from my TV but know those of us who watch every video are always here! ❤️

  • @bobbyrebholz2183
    @bobbyrebholz2183 2 місяці тому +1

    Katherine, you're incredibly smart and rebranding can potentially be the best thing ever. Think about all of the new moms out there that your channel has suddenly reached. Even single moms who want to start a business but feel very alone and have no support system.
    Maybe brands in that niche could team up with you or your new strategy is to give business tips for female entrepreneurs.

  • @marieliz0508
    @marieliz0508 3 місяці тому

    Loved loved your vlogging style in your vlog channel but also overall love how you express yourself and all the people here who love following you regardless of what you post, we are here because we enjoy you as a person. And definitely look forward with catching up on what you’ve got going on. Lifestyle inpo is totally a think and you’ve got that

  • @laurenmiller6783
    @laurenmiller6783 2 місяці тому

    We have stuck with you because we love you and love hanging out with you and just want you in our lives :) you’ve grown so much over the years and can’t wait to see what happens next!!

  • @mimisart
    @mimisart 2 місяці тому

    Started watching and following you in early 2020. Loved the UA-cam tips and transparency about your own channel, but sticking around for who YOU are 😊.

  • @ChrissyLillysLife
    @ChrissyLillysLife 3 місяці тому +1

    Okay so I also followed Sunny Lenarduzzi and Vanessa Lau and literally took what they said as the absolute best advice and truth. When you said "take advice from someone who has the life you want" it SO hit home. What I find interesting is that while Vanessa Lau was sharing advice on how to grow a business and sharing behind the scenes of her business, it was very clear that she really didn't know what she was doing when it came to scaling her business. To the point where she's basically thrown in the towel with it now and even moved all of her courses to a free to run platform vs the expensive one she used to use and recommend. It was definitely a lesson for me in who I take advice from and follow! Love that you're leaning in to what feels right for YOU! Here for whatever content your decide to put out!
    Also - you asked "why have people stuck around". For me it's because I'm here because I like you, and your authenticity and personality has always shown through whatever content you've created ♥

  • @emmagaudet
    @emmagaudet 2 місяці тому +2

    Been watching since your blow up and stayed because I enjoy your vibe 🫶 can’t wait to see the new chapter !

  • @laurenfoster6668
    @laurenfoster6668 3 місяці тому

    I started watching you for your productivity videos. Especially when you just showed how you organized your day and the things you got done,etc. And I stayed because of the vlogs. I got super interested in your house renos! I think your brand has evolved organically.

  • @ModernFreyja
    @ModernFreyja 3 місяці тому

    I’ve been waiting for you to talk about this for the last year :) You will find it…just keep being you cuz we are here for YOU and it will all fall into place! Thanks for being a piece of light on dark days so many times.

  • @stacyritter9261
    @stacyritter9261 3 місяці тому +2

    I watch every video and short ...Im plain nosey...lol I have enjoyed your personal growth , life changes so you change with it!! We will be here

  • @willmax95
    @willmax95 3 місяці тому +3

    I clicked this so fast. You are the reason I learned SEO & actually put in the work on my channel & now have videos that have got a lot of views. Anxious to see this

    • @CathrinManning
      @CathrinManning  3 місяці тому +2

      oh gosh this is soooo different and just a pouring of my soul. But I'm glad I led you to SEO! that's awesome it worked for you!!!

    • @willmax95
      @willmax95 3 місяці тому +2

      @@CathrinManningthe way you spoke with SO much confidence in those videos led me to subscribe because I could tell you have a very cool personality so I knew whatever you uploaded from there would be good vibes & I wouldn’t be misinformed. So im here!

  • @StormSmith
    @StormSmith 3 місяці тому

    YAY! You got this! I started watching your tips videos. But quickly you become my favorite vlogger. You are the reason I was willing to actually go for vlogging. I vlogged before. But you got me really into it. Don’t over complicate it. Just run and gun go for it. The vlog channel was my favorite. When you announced bringing the vlogs more to here I was supportive. I still go back and watch those original videos on the vlog channel. Just do what makes you happy. You’d be surprised by how inspiring that is to others, even if it’s just down and dirty, no fancy edit vlogs. I’m here to continue watching your journey and cheering you on.

  • @EliLeeDesigns
    @EliLeeDesigns 2 місяці тому

    I’ve stuck around because you keep it real. Life changes and our priorities and interests change as we get older. You making the changes that make you happy just make you that much more relatable. Keep rocking it!! 🥰🙏🏽☀️🤗

  • @PreferablyPreK
    @PreferablyPreK 2 місяці тому

    I've loved watching the evolution of your channel. You are real and I am here for it ❤️

  • @LauraDoesLife
    @LauraDoesLife 3 місяці тому +1

    I’ve been here for a good few years, I love your vlogs. Admittedly, I don’t watch them all but when I do I get to the end which is something I struggle to do with most creators. Don’t forget that a lot of your subscribers will have come from people wanting to grow their channel…as all creators know that is hard work and not everyone is successful in this - many will have given up with their channels and no longer want to watch that content! Don’t be so hard on yourself. Create what feels natural and the right followers will come ❤

  • @ZussieMakesit
    @ZussieMakesit 3 місяці тому

    I gotta say that I started watching because of your tips, but then I fell off the wagon and just saw your video now. I did see one or two about your home. It is hard, and I understand you because it's really complicated to dial in everything - I have a DIY channel, but I've tried everything and pushing to figure out my style and what my subscribers like and I haven't found a good middle where I can grow and then cruise and Make it! Wish you all the best!! Resisting the I will Quit UA-cam message everywhere, because I genuinely like to share my process and hopefully help someone do things easier in their Home renovations!

  • @cab26
    @cab26 7 днів тому

    Im in the midlife crisis with self identity. This is the video I needed to see today xx Thank you

  • @JenFarrer
    @JenFarrer 3 місяці тому +1

    This video hasn’t even started yet and I’m already so damn excited 🎉

  • @AllThingsNele
    @AllThingsNele 3 місяці тому

    I loved your vlog channel because you were so free over there. It was like coming to use whenever you felt like talking and free flowing.

  • @ReadingwithRach
    @ReadingwithRach 3 місяці тому

    I’ve been here since the content bug era, and we’ve grown together so much!!! I love everything you upload and will be here no matter what. I honestly feel like you showcase life so well. Life IS all over the place babes. ❤❤❤

  • @lunacco
    @lunacco 3 місяці тому +1

    YAY! Honestly, I'm one of your "I watch every video regardless" and I love the more conversational relaxed videos of yours! I do so wonder if you have looked into your human design or not. Because I'm just getting to this point as well, I'm a manifesting generator and I CANNOT niche, I'm meant to pivot and flow and listen to my gut. Anywho, love this for you!

  • @realityclaudia1544
    @realityclaudia1544 2 місяці тому

    I was here from the content bug era. Thank you for being so vulnerable ❤

  • @OneBlendedBunch
    @OneBlendedBunch 2 місяці тому

    This is exactly how I feel. I’ve been “stuck” for a few years!

  • @EnyTV
    @EnyTV 3 місяці тому

    Yeah same girl! I’ll be here for it.

  • @katie-osborne
    @katie-osborne 3 місяці тому

    Yay I'm so excited for more videos from you! ❤

  • @elizabethturak6639
    @elizabethturak6639 Місяць тому

    Just be yourself! YOU are so relatable and that’s why I follow you!

  • @its.rachel.hickey
    @its.rachel.hickey 3 місяці тому

    Yes!! Found you before the vlog channel but those videos were my fav of yours to follow along with!

  • @claire_weber
    @claire_weber 2 місяці тому

    Found you for your UA-cam videos, stayed for your vlogs. Do what you love! There’s plenty of us here that love watching your new content and I can personally say I love how you’ve grown and evolved. ❤

  • @katelynwashko
    @katelynwashko 3 місяці тому +1

    i've loved seeing you grow! literally been here since 10k subs. i am the same i shifted my brand this year and its been rough getting back to where i was.

  • @megansdreamland
    @megansdreamland 3 місяці тому

    I love random life vlogs. Working from home with a disability I don't get out often, so they can feel like you have a very chatty friend keeping you company.

  • @FrancescaLeann
    @FrancescaLeann 3 місяці тому

    I love amd appreciate your transparency. You've been a great inspiration to me as a creator in a world were they say pick a niche and never change

  • @Jenniferadcock
    @Jenniferadcock 3 місяці тому

    Yes to more vlogs! I love watching your vlogs. You make me feel like we are in a conversation and you are so relatable. And yes I’m one of those ppl I view your stories everyday and watch all your uploads. Even on TikTok now. It will be great to watch your journey to get sponsorships ❤

  • @master_carlos
    @master_carlos 2 місяці тому +21

    Good video, but I think you are shooting yourself in the foot by not creating content about UA-cam tips and social media tips. That is what has worked well for you. In my humble opinion you should go back to that, make your business very profitable again and open another channel for your vlogs content

    • @prettyfiction9378
      @prettyfiction9378 13 днів тому +1

      This is the best advice for her. The channel is so pointless now. She’s not Kim k and she hadn’t built that strong of an audience to care about her random day to day life like that. She’s just uploading random videos about her and it’s like if you’re going to do that people need to be really interested in your personal life and that’s just not the case. If you do have a channel like that it’s usually very niche. I thought she was going in the more mommy vlogger direction but she doesn’t really want to do that so I don’t know