How I Finally Achieved Monetization on YouTube: The Journey to My First Paycheck

💰Monetization on YouTube is not as easy as it seems, and it can take a long time to reach the threshold of 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months.

📈Growth on YouTube can be slow in the beginning, but with consistent content creation and dedication, you can start seeing traction and more views.

💵Being monetized on YouTube allows you to earn money through ads, and the amount you make depends on various factors such as your niche, CPM, and RPM.

🚀Achieving monetization requires adaptability, searchable video topic ideas, and a commitment to creating high-quality videos.

🔑The journey to monetization is worth it in the end, as it allows you to unlock your full financial potential and share valuable content with your audience.

How long did it take you to get monetized on YouTube?

—It took me over 2 years to reach the threshold of 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months.

How much money have you made on YouTube so far?

—Since being monetized, I have earned $375.7, with my first paycheck being $261.63.

Do YouTube shorts count towards the 4,000 watch hours?

—No, YouTube shorts views do not count towards the 4,000 watch hours required for monetization.

What is CPM and RPM?

—CPM (cost per millie) represents how much advertisers pay per 1,000 views, while RPM (revenue per millie) is the actual payout you receive after YouTube takes its cut.

Any tips for small YouTubers aiming to get monetized?

—Be adaptable, constantly search for searchable video topics, and focus on creating high-quality videos. Monetization will come with time and dedication.

00:00After over 2 years of hard work, I finally achieved monetization on YouTube.

01:20To get monetized on YouTube, you need at least 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past 12 months.

02:48In my first year on YouTube, I gained 328 subscribers and had slow growth.

03:47My channel started gaining traction in the second half of the year, with spikes in views.

04:49Since being monetized, I have earned $375.7, with an average of $5 to $10 per day in the past 28 days.

05:11Monetization on YouTube is a journey that requires time, hard work, and dedication.

05:26Thank you for watching and subscribing. Let's unlock your full financial potential together!