Just finished the $200 job for work the entire day but slept pretty late since it took me 5 hours which is still $40 an hour.
I think I like the short content with cool transitions since I think it gets rid of the boring component of repetitiveness and can be a quick watch for anyone keeping up with the series.
Thanks everyone for the amazing support!
Did not expect anyone to care ngl but seems like it backfired on me lol.
And that's how people get amazingly good at something. It's really an obsession, but that's what makes them the 1%. Diligent & focused work.
True, I'm gonna slowly enter that stage of just being completely obsessed since I feel like going completely in at once will just lead to burnout. I'll just get used to that discomfort of going out everyday and doing the work. Eventually, it'll just be like brushing my teeth.
Comgrats on getting your first job.
Have you considered spending those first $200 on local ads ?
I'm a bit cautious to running ads and stuff, but I do know I'll do it. I'll probably buy signs first and just put them at public stops along with trying out Google Ads, Home Advisor, Thumbtack, and Nextdoor.
All the best for your Youtube journey. Is there any problems that you faced during your journey on yt till now?
Yeah, I've been doing it for around 7 months now, and the main problems is probably just getting used to be on camera, making the video flow better, and finding a hole in the market to fill. Right now, YouTube seems very copy and paste with everyone taking inspiration for MrBeast, so I feel like there's a hole for genuine storytelling and authentic personalities.
MrBeast said it himself that the next "MrBeast" will be nothing like him.
I'm still struggling with storytelling but that's a work in progress which will take a long time. I know I'm in it for the long game (>5 Years) so I'm fine with slowly and constantly improving.
@AlexYega
Double thumbs up for execution and consistency so far in putting in the work.
And the ability to grind and take the needed action whether you feel like it or not.
That's where a lot of us fail.
You're doing well.
And more amazing that you're getting it done at your age of 17.
Keep it up.
You've got huge potential if you continue like this.
I see a bit of
@Johnny boy and
@Envision in you if you continue like this, with this hunger and drive that you have.
Look them up if you don't know them on the forum and see what they've achieved so far.
You can achieve something great like them if you continue like this.
Just a little bit of encouragement for the days you're feeling down or feeling like slowing down.
Just keep it up.
(Slow down only to rest briefly if you need to, and never for more than a day or maximum 2 days, preferably 1 day max, cos these things have a way of extending themselves if you give in to 1 day of laxity.
So preferably grind everyday and rest in the evenings and at nights, but if you need to take some time off, 1 day max, or absolute max 2 days, and get back to the grind).
Rooting for you, wish you all the best.
Completely agree, that rest briefly take is really helpful though thanks for that. Will definitely keep that in mind when I take breaks since I did notice that when it was more than 2 days, I would just fall into complete burnout.
Everyone here is so supportive on this thread. You’re not pushing the envelope until 20% of people are calling you an arrogant dickhead.
Lol good job bro love the action-taking.
lmao maybe I should try to be more polarizing. I do think I'm naturally humble though since I understand the reality that I'm nowhere near the success others have made, I just work cause there's literally nothing else to do in life lol.
- if you don't 'feel' like it - this could be your emotions or soul signalling something to you. are you forcing yourself to do something you don't like, or are you forcing yourself to do something that you know is good for you? only you know this answer.
Yeah, I'm realizing that its me forcing myself to do something I know is good for me. I think its fine to rest when I'm really burnt out, but I'm gonna keep trying to increase that threshold of working before burnout and get used to doing the things that are uncomfortable just like the gym until its as easy as brushing my teeth.
- why are you trying to do these yt videos? is it just to make money? do you want to buy something? or you just want to start off getting a feel for business? exploring? these are all perfectly normal and healthy things to do, and you have a head start.
- you will see what people want, the more you engage with the market i.e. the more you do youtube, so don't stop doing it. you have very good video editing btw. maybe you can make money doing that somehow?
- important: try to figure out your exact motivation/purpose with your YT channel in a few sentences. when things get difficult remind yourself of this motivation/purpose and it will help you 'grind'.
- but as you said, 'is it necessary to grind at this'. only you know that answer deep down. i would suggest, please keep things fun since you are starting out. when you find a good idea you will naturally feel the need to grind without having to ask (unless you lack a lot of self-discipline - cold showers!)
- i think, though, you are making good progress. how long have you been doing this? i would say go door-to-door if you can at least for 6 months. this will really set you miles apart from 99% of ppl in life because you'll learn great social skills, and how to sell. this is FAR BETTER THAN ANY COURSE YOU CAN PURCHASE.
- on the other hand, if you just don't like this, you can think of what do you LIKE TO DO. my advice is this to any young person (and i know it may contradict some of fastlane teachings so take it with a grain of salt or feel free to ignore, but if i could give young self advice it would be this): is there anything you are very passionate about or are really good at? if you can mix something like that with your motivation reason and providing value to people, you are gold. maybe mix it in with your YT channel.
I'm definitely passionate about YouTube. I thought about this around a month ago whether I want to continue with YouTube, and I decided to definitely commit to YouTube. I just love making videos, and I want to make entertaining videos that also inspire tons of people like me who have that obsessive ambition that it is possible to succeed despite what anyone says.
I'm planning on emailing a ton of influencers I want to work for and provide them value through editing, thumbnails, or anything else. Will probably offer to work for free or minimum wage since I just want to learn from someone that has already gone through years of experience. Plus, I can get even better at the skills needed to be a creator.
This was great advice though, extremely helpful.
Thanks everyone for the support and advice, helped a ton.
Anyways, see yall again tomorrow!