My Journey to Success: From YouTube Idea to 100k Subscribers

TLDRIn this video, I share my journey from having just an idea for a YouTube channel to reaching 100k subscribers. It was a journey of persistence and sacrifice, and I learned important lessons along the way. I talk about the challenges I faced, the strategies I used to grow, and the importance of enjoying the process. I also answer viewer questions and share my plans for the future.

Key insights

💡Success is built on failures, frustrations, and sacrifice. It's important to be persistent and keep working towards your goals every day.

🎯Finding your niche and focusing on a specific topic or theme for your YouTube channel can help you stand out in the saturated market.

📱You don't need expensive equipment to start a YouTube channel. You can use your smartphone and focus on content creation and storytelling instead.

🎓YouTube can be a form of education and learning. Treat it as your personal grad school and continuously seek opportunities for growth and improvement.

🌟Success is not just measured by money and fame. It's also about finding joy, love, and fulfillment in what you do and the relationships you build along the way.

Q&A

What are the differences between a business analyst and a data analyst?

Check out my video where I talk about the difference between business analysts, data analysts, and data scientists.

What should I major in college to become a business analyst?

Your major doesn't necessarily determine your career path. Focus on gaining relevant skills, such as problem-solving, data analysis, and communication.

Do you have any colleagues who are business analysts without a technical background?

Yes, I am an example of someone who became a business analyst without a technical background. It's more about the skills you develop and your ability to learn and adapt.

Any advice for someone who wants to start a YouTube channel?

Focus on finding your niche and providing value to your target audience. Start with what you have and prioritize content creation and storytelling over expensive equipment.

Are you planning to become a full-time YouTuber?

I don't have plans to become a full-time YouTuber at the moment. I enjoy the learning opportunities and growth that come from my nine-to-five job.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction: From idea to 100k subscribers

02:11Importance of persistence and sacrifice in the journey to success

05:01Focus on personal and professional growth in 2023

05:56Lessons learned and reframing the meaning of success

08:22Balancing work and personal life plans for the future

10:00Q&A: Differences between business analysts and data analysts

10:43Q&A: Choosing a major for a business analyst career

11:26Q&A: Becoming a business analyst without a technical background

12:07Q&A: Advice for starting a YouTube channel

13:06Q&A: Plans for becoming a full-time YouTuber

13:48Conclusion: The journey to success is ongoing, with an emphasis on learning and personal growth