I just launched my first ever video after seeing this! EEEEK. I've been watching your content for months, recorded my first video a month ago and then got stage fright to share it. This has given me the confidence to just publish! I am so here for 'trying needs a re brand' from a woman in midlife, re branding the shit out of life!!

This is so comforting to me as a new KZfaq creator. Two thoughts that have helped me the most are: just give it a 70% effort that’s good enough for now. And while “consistency is key” you can stop filming for a little while. The key is to pick it back up and try again. And again. Remember you are putting value out in the form of a video playlist. In two months someone who starts watching your videos will not care if you posted every week. Just keep swimming friend 😅

“Trying needs a rebrand.” I loved this, Katie. Also this style of video is awesome for you. You come across as so fun and natural and totally in your element. Thanks for sharing with us ♡

I had been saying for years that I wanted to start a beauty channel, and one day, I just said do it already or shut up about it. My beauty channel has been so fun to do and I'm so glad I did! I'm taking these growth years as my learning time and looking at it that way has kept me going. Well that and your videos! I schedule watching your content into my work hours. Im glad you got to go on this trip, it looked so fun!

My someday is oh...about 10 years. Yes, a decade. I felt too old at 37 back then and ancient now at 47. My terrible anxiety disorder, depression, chronic pain, (health issues) low self-esteem and more have held me back, unfortunately. I just found you this morning and I'm happy for you!

Being a KZfaqr is very similar to running your own business. You should upload things people want to see, just like businessman should offer product/service that people need. And when the growth becomes real, you can consider hiring people to help you run your channel more efficiently. The most difficult part is starting and growing of course, but consistency and hard work (with a little bit of help from Fame -ster of course) will always pay off at the end.

I can really relate to your comments about the discomfort of the startup phase, the trying phase, because I'm there. I just tell my friends that I've found a new hobby that I'm really enjoying. It will be a hobby until it becomes something else.

Katie I just love, love, love how down to earth you are. You're truly one of my biggest inspirations as I begin my own KZfaq channel. This video could not have come out at a better time because I am so afraid of posting the first video for all the reasons you mention; fear of failing, insecure, embarrassed to put myself out there, I'm too old to start a KZfaq channel, etc. My list is endless but you're very motivating and yes, you do indeed come across as absolutely natural. :-) Keep doing what you're doing and sharing with the rest of us "newbies".

This is very true. My first 4 subscribers were my family members and then friends of my family members and now I’m about to hit 1000 subscribers and they’re definitely not all family members what I’m trying to say is your family is a great way to kickstart your KZfaq journey! ❤❤❤❤

After slowly getting out of my postpartum depression, and with 150 subscribers and about 5 of those actually leave comments, it gets very hard to keep going when you feel like no one is there. Barely any growth, and barely any interaction can really be hurtful towards self-esteem.. my dream for years has been to reach 1,000 subscribers and become monetized. And I’m hoping this can be this year… 🥺

Thanks for the encouragement to keep trying, Katie! After one full year we are at 710 subscribers.

I finally broke 100 subscribers

Love this format of vlogging whilst having an overarching advice topic. Vlog + offering value = ticking all boxes 😊

I appreciate all of your content as a small KZfaqr (tiny) as it’s such a hard slog! Thanks for your videos x

✨ I was already watching when you posted in the broadcast channel 😂 (loving the vlog style)

I definitely feel inspired! My takeaway is to embrace the awkward beginning! Thanks for this video, and yes, I love the vlog-style videos! 💛

Katie, I absolutely loved this video style! You're creativity shined as you blended vlogging, lifestyle, youtube tips, and inspo. I really appreciate your content and I hope to break through my own personal hurdles and get back to making videos again. It's so true that sometimes we are our own worst critics.

oh yes- 'cringy' and 'trying too hard' are the perfect words for expressing my imagined critics - you have me at 20 sec - I'm in!

Katie, I have been following you for years and you get better with age! You come across as if you are a BFF so genuine and encouraging. Sorry I missed you when you were in my hometown NYC. 😊

I am glad you showed up on my feed...I am a new sub! Procrastinating big time on starting my channel at 62 yrs w some major health challenges. You have inspired me greatly, so thank you.❤

I loved spending a few days with you while you talked encouraging about this topic! Such a gorgeous video! My KZfaq adventures has officially begun😅

THANK YOU so much Katie for showing small KZfaqrs some LOVE and sharing this inspirational vlog of the experiences and opportunities that may be possible. As a newbie content creator that just reached 1k subcribers, posting for the pure joy of making videos and possibly some "coffee money" along the way ... the thought being able to attend cool events or pitching for brand deals seems like an impossible dream - BUT your video was super motivating and makes it seem ... achievable ✨ p.s. keep up the vlog-style videos because it feels like I am just hanging out with a friend (rather than listening to a lecture) and LOVED the yellow bag analogy 🪩💛✨

I love watching youtube and have been thinking of creating videos for years now but never do it. Maybe I should just give it a try. There is nothing to lose.

Thank you for this! I guess what keeps me stuck the most is the fear that people in my real life could find my channel... Even when I sometimes mention it but each time they say they will check it it feels really awkward... :D

✨ Katie! Not only are you incredibly inspiring by the technical advice you gave, but the video itself has such a calming and down to earth flow that is so easy to follow. I'm loving your vlog-style videos and feel you are such a gem in the youtube space ✨

"I think trying needs a rebrand." SO TRUE!

Thank you for encouraging us! 🩷

Thank you so much for this video, Katie!!! 💖 you’re a true inspiration, seriously!

I started my channel because I’m a video editor with an online class and I wanted to help others improve their videos. Then…. I was diagnosed with a horrible autoimmune disease and I shared my diagnosis story. Now my audience is growing around my diagnosis! Not exactly what I had planned😜 I’d rather talk about videos! Especially since I also teach an in-person video editing class, it’s super fun. KZfaq and the algorithm can be VERY interesting sometimes. Thank you for your content! I’m a new subscriber and I love your videos ❤❤

I have to be honest, what holds me back is fear of criticism, I'm trying to become friends with it, but the fact people are so mean on the internet and they feel good about it, scares me the most, because I'm not really good at shaking off when people are rude to me

✨You leaving the hotel and being in such a fluster was SO adorable. Thanks for the encouragement!

This was so heartwarming. I felt like I could finally breath out. Thank you so much, Katie.

I've been deeply studying social marketing, especially youtube, for about a year now but haven't started filming due to several reasons and am about to start a professional coaching program to get the tools and skill needed a little faster, but there's no question, we have to practice. Something people often say with content creation is "you only get one chance to make a good first impression." That has kind of thrown me, what if I don't make a great first impression when I'm still learning? Just have to trust the process. Thanks Katie for your down to earth teaching, very much appreciated!

It is like the KZfaq gods said, "I see this woman (me) is in total churn about starting her channel and we shall send her a gift of encouragement," and that gift is YOU! I loved this video - I'm only a few weeks into my YT journey and it is such a roller coaster of emotions. I needed your encouragement more than you could know. THANK YOU!!!!

This looked like a lot of fun! Happy for you Katie

I started my channel 9 years ago and deleted it, I always think what would have happened if I had continued with it. I admire you a lot because you continued. Now I watch your videos thinking about starting again. I honestly don't know what's stopping me. The people around me support me in the idea of ​​doing it. greetings

i love you. you are so fun. thanks for sharing yourself with us. ;)

This style of video was so fun to watch and very engaging! I hope to upload my first vlog in May. I heard from another creator that the first several videos are the easiest because not many people will watch or engage so you can just have fun with it and test out your style… whereas I used to think my first one needed to be perfect! 😅

I just freaking love you girl, each video you post makes me like your beautiful soul more and more

This absolutely 💯 was a higher power YELLING at me to start recording and posting my own content.. I have thrown the idea of starting a channel since 2020.. literally 10 minutes before watching this - I was basically in tears telling myself that I’m never going to start this and might as well give it up and go get a second job to help supplement my income 😢 BUT I know what I have to say will help people and I feel like literally NO ONE talks about what I want to make my channel about. I don’t know why I get so terrified of the thought of doing KZfaq - but your video came at the right moment for sure! Just like God was speaking directly to me.. thank you for this ❤

Love your videos. Good content. There’s something disharmonious about the sound in this one, but that might just be me. Also your usual ones are just so amazing. Wonderful message.

Omg wow, Katie your encouragement means so much to me. Also you looked so gooooood on this trip all your outfits were perfect.

We are just starting out and your channel has been our go to. Thank you so much for your kindness, understanding and great information.

I'm wanting to start a KZfaq channel. I'm still figuring out a name. Are you glad you used your name or do you wish you had used something other than your name? Thanks for all your helpful videos.

After lots of nerves I have restarted and even done something out and about. Arggghhhhh. But I loved it and am now committing myself to making something every two weeks. It doesn’t matter if people find it boring. This is a milestone and it is for me!!!!

Thank you for this! I finally started my channel in march after years of thinking about it, learning about it, etc.! It is super hard to deal with my fear of failure but the process is so joyful and rewarding!

Cool gift bag! Sounds like a fun trip to New York. I love traveling and experiencing the culture.

That was me but I come to the grips that “It is what it is”… so here I am, just started daily uploads and excited about what’s to come!

I’ve been battling with feeling silly for starting a KZfaq channel and working to build up to quitting my day job… taking this video as a sign to get my first video done and get things going for real. I appreciate you very much!

Trying is COOL! 🎉

You have great content. I'm struggling

The blue and brown top at 13:20 looks so good on you ☺️

This was delightful. Maybe your most enjoyable Vlog. I guess it was because it was NYC. How about a vlog on how you were able to shot this vlog all by yourself. Camera angles, where you put the cameras the whole thing. Plus what coral lip gloss were you wearing? what was the name of the strip that you put all ou devices on to charge them, and where can I join your creator community. Didn't see it. I've been watching you for years. I started my KZfaq channel at 81 and now I'm still at it at 83 and learning more from you.

Thank you for the validation of the small You Tuber peeps (because I am one!). I am truly thrilled with what I am doing and know that people are looking for some of the answers I may present. I am grateful for my journey and am still climbing this BIG learning curve!

Thank you, Katie! I have committed to starting as a journey... and not wait until I feel good about the way I look or perfect about the content. I will make goals and work hard on them. My goal is to get your team involved at some point because editing has been my biggest excuse holding me back. Can I learn to do it, YES! I am capable of a lot of things, I just do not have the time. Keep up the great videos, they inspire me! Shari :)

I absolutely love this new vlog-style video setup. I’m trying to switch up my vlog style to make them more engaging like yours

Absolutely loved this video! It was exactly what I needed to watch. I recently quit my job to backpack around Southeast Asia and have been posting content on TikTok and Instagram. A KZfaq channel is something I've always wanted to start. Thank you for the advice!

Thanks for taking us along! Tons of valuable guidance.

Your content is so wholesome ❤

As always, I enjoy your videos & appreciate your encouragement and advice! I really liked the style of this video, taking us along while sharing so many tips and gems. Thanks again, greetings from Costa Rica!

Katie you did a great job with putting this together and the message... inspiring. I always feel like I'm talking to my friend when I watch you. 😄

I appreciate this encouraging video from the beautiful Katie. Thanks 👍 for producing it and love 💕 Katie more for sharing it.

I love your vlog style videos and here lately I’ve been binge watching your videos including Katie and Dan in a Van. So much inspiration and thanks for the push!

Love this style of video! And such great tips! I am not new to KZfaq, but finally started my own personal channel after building my real estate business on KZfaq. I appreciate your videos and tips always!

I am in love with this channel, so many amazing tips ☺☺

I see what you're doing! The vlogging shift 😄 Well played, bravo 🤩

"Turning TODAY into the someday" ... That really hit and inspired me!! I appreciate all the content you post loveee, you're amazing! 🥰

You were a block from our apartment when you were at the meet-up! Hope you had a great time in our fair city!!

Talk about the best motivation for starting a You Tube page/Side Hustle. I am a Commercial Real Estate Agent and I have also been looking for a part time/full time something to supplement my income. I have finally decided to stop looking for a job with the traditional methods, and take the plunge !!! Being of a more mature age range I was afraid it would not work out for me, but hearing your honesty and realizing that overthinking everything, is ridiculous, I am figuring out what I will be doing on You Tube eventually. Freedom and living the way I am supposed to be! Supporting thoughts for you and anyone out there who is considering this adventure on You Tube ! Thank you Katie.

⭐️ I needed this so much. ❤ and I absolutely love your line saying “trying needs a rebrand” I am about 6 weeks into my channel with posting one longer video per week. My latest video was on the difference between consistency vs. 100% effort. I feel like this concept also holds a lot of us back from going the long haul. Thank you so much for your content!

Sweet green! Sometimes I want to take a quick trip to NYC just to eat there 😄

This was so inspiring!!! I did your Domestika course and launched my channel at the end of Feb and I'm in that cringe growth phase 😂 I learn a new valuable lesson about what not to do, every single video!!! I just loved watching you mooch around New York ❤️

I love this video! Thank you for the motivation. Love your work!!

Thank you for this…..every time that I’m filming my anxiety gets the best of me but I’m trying to push through 😆

Katie, thank you so much, your videos are so informative. It's the editing for me ...has me stressed. But I'm going to push through.

Thank you so much Katie! This has motivated me so much to keep at it, I'm a very small creator and love what I do, but sometimes it does feel so slow 🙈 but this was definitely encouraging. Thank you xxx

looooving the vlog style informational videos, my girl!!!!

Thank you Katie! 😊

This was such a super fuuuuun and awesome video. I love how you keep it real and New York looks like it was amazing!

Great video, very inspiring and 100% true what we feel about YT. Thank you Katie. I've recently started my channel, have 5 subscribers🎉🎉🎉 yayy.

Thank you for sharing! So helpful! I just recently started my channel and your videos are so inspiring and encouraging🎨✨

Exploring and leaving your comfort zone is key. Love the package from social media week❤❤❤,wish i could get something like this in nigeria💃💃💃. Fun event and networking too.

What’s my yellow bag? Love that you’re vlogging YT tips. It’s fun to watch!

Nice information

Thank you for the words of encouragement 🙏 63 subs im starting to go somewhere

This is so motivating. just started only with 4 subscribers .love your videos

Thank you, Katie! I resonate with this as I struggle with that first step. Love the Vlog-style content; it integrates the topic well, has seamless transitions, and is engaging.

Looooooved this video, Katie!!! Now it’s time I TAKE THE PLUNDGE! Hi from fellow Creator’s Club member ✨

Your channel is so inspiring thank you!

✨✨✨✨✨✨ needed to hear all of this as I am creating my first youtube vlog this week! 🤍🤍

Thank you, your tips are very good and it's helping me visualise how I would be able to fit making youtube videos in my busy days :)

Even as someone who’s started a channel just needs a little motivation to keep going - I knew this video would be valuable! Thanks so much for giving permission to be a “wannabe” or to strive for something that you’re not at yet 😂 There is a lot of shame about it. I also hate feeling like people think I’m full of myself because I want to grow on KZfaq… but hey - only we know what our true mission is! Thank you so much for the video Katie. I needed this one.💙

THANK YOU KATIE✨Your videos are like a Hug🤎

Thank you. I will retire this December and my wife and I will become expats and I want to create a channel to chronicle our adventures. You videos have answered a lot of my question.

“Trying needs a rebrand” 👏🏼

I’m a small KZfaqr - 321 subs - coming back after an 8-month hiatus! I appreciate the encouragement. I’m thinking more in terms of serving the audience; how can I add value? How can I help those struggling with homemaking, as I once did? I’m a little ahead of others in certain areas, and that’s what I teach. Also looking forward to what I can learn. Great video. I dislike NYC even though I’m from Connecticut - too much walking 😂 - but glad you enjoyed it!

I loved this vlog and the words of motivation to start a channel! Your journey has motivated me even more to start! ✨✨✨

Thank you for this video! I started my KZfaq Channel Dec 2023 and I wish I started sooner! I already reached 100 subscribers! What’s cool about KZfaq, you can leverage the editing skills for corporate roles! I work as system admin but I plan to apply to a developer advocate role or SR learning. Experience designer or enablement role

Did I miss the link to the creator club community? Another great video... Now, to take ACTION and put it into practice...

Love the yellow handbag analogy!