How this 62-year old monetized her channel in 5 weeks

I monetized my YouTube channel in 5 weeks! In this video I discuss why I started my channel, the monetization experience, how much I made in the first month, the equipment I use, some inconvenient truths about doing YouTube and the positive aspects of having a channel.

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This video is NOT sponsored, however some of the product links are affiliate, which means if you buy something using these links I will receive a small commission. The links below direct you to the Canadian Amazon site.

My favourite books:

The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday - https://amzn.to/3TKo6AJ
The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday - https://amzn.to/3zp8USB
The Wealthy Barber by David Chilton - https://amzn.to/3XJHNJQ
Reboot your Portfolio: 9 steps to Successful Investing with ETFs - https://amzn.to/3TJrH1Y

My favourite camera gear:

my camera - https://amzn.to/4gyU0tL
my tripod - https://amzn.to/3N0K0fe
my phone gimbel - https://amzn.to/3zCfipv
my microphone - https://amzn.to/3XK4j5x

Kitchen stuff:

Panang curry paste - https://amzn.to/3TNMy3Y
vanilla sugar - make your own but if you want to buy here is the link - https://amzn.to/3ZKquuL
nut mylk bags - https://amzn.to/3TQ6aEH
nutri bullet blender set - https://amzn.to/3BAQKxF
wek jar set - https://amzn.to/4gEqQcJ
air fryer - https://amzn.to/4h27Tkh

Favorite skin and body care:
CeraVe cleanser - https://amzn.to/4dKQklU
CeraVe moisturizer - https://amzn.to/4eGVEI5
Redken shampoo and condition - https://amzn.to/3Ns57aq

Time stamps

00:00 intro
00:53 Why I started a YouTube channel
01:55 My expectations of YouTube
03:47 My monetization experience
07:26 What kind of revenue did I make in the first month
08:49 Why did my channel receive so many views?
10:39 What kind of gear do I use
13:21 Some inconvenient truths about the YouTube "business"
22:23 The positives of YouTube
24:10 Outro