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To get monetized on YouTube, you need 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 hours of watch time. I achieved my 1,000 subscribers by December 15, 2024, and reached 4,000 watch hours shortly after. It took over a year of consistent content creation before I saw the fruits of my labor.
The analytics from my YouTube journey highlight the stark difference from my travel content to my business-related videos, showcasing a noticeable uptick in growth and engagement.
The Financial Breakdown
After getting monetized, my earnings were modest but provided valuable insight into expectations. In just over a month of monetization, I earned a total of $172.39. While YouTube can yield significant income for established creators, my experience showed that initial earnings can be low.