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Despite these challenges, the creator recognizes YouTube’s unparalleled role in democratizing video production and distribution. Its massive reach, ease of use, and revenue sharing model empower creators—many of whom start from humble beginnings—to build influential personal brands or lucrative businesses. Nonetheless, systemic flaws persist.
One critical area is short-form content, which currently lacks the refined, psychologically driven design features present in long-form content. Short videos on TikTok or Instagram are less susceptible to the oversight and emotional turbulence caused by YouTube’s metrics and UI.