5 BRUTALLY honest truths about being a Full-Time Content Creator

[@EverydayMuscle]

You’re always so transparent. That’s why I always come back even if the video isn’t relevant to me. People don’t set proper expectations for the viewers for the sake of views, you always let us know what to expect. Thank you for being so honest. 🙏🏾

[@MillieAdrian]

🥺🥺 You always know what to say to make my day I swear!

[@thebalancedbody]

​@@MillieAdrian ur content is so raw so real so touching.. U mention every single thing that we new youtubers really feel and need to hear.. Thank you so much❤

[@TheMagicCrafter]

I have a lot of videos go viral and I get some of the WORST comments on those videos... about me, about my body, about my perceived beliefs/values, and like... anything. They tear me apart. It used to impact me. I used to obsessively read all of those comments and respond to them for engagement... but eventually, it impacted my mental health so poorly that I couldn't anymore. So now, I just don't respond to anything but nice comments. It's hard, because you still see the cruel ones, but it helps some. Sending you an internet hug 🥺

[@jessicastansberry]

Love this Millie! I can co-sign ALL of these brutal truths

[@selenajosephina]

Your transparency and how genuine you are is always appreciated💓

[@MillieAdrian]

aww thank you Selena 🥹 I do my best 🧡

[@vonmsmith]

Great video! Officially starting my journey this weekend with planned batch session... if anything this makes me want to pursue full time even more; but don't tell my boss 🤫🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

LET'S GOO!!! Your secret is safe with me 🤭🤭

[@sraddha1411]

Best wishes ❤

[@Jaquelines_journey]

Thank you for saying the comments hurt…and you still keep going. So many are about detachment & not being bothered. Loved how you humanized it but still made it about not letting it stop you.

[@LadyJLegend]

i just started following you a few days ago, but I absolutely love your videos. I learn a lot and I'm glad you're genuine and transparent. I am getting ready to put my 2-week notice in at work, to do content creation full time! It has become a passion and a desire to help and teach people. Thank you for providing valuable information to hopefuls, like me!

[@chironstarrproject]

Stripping back the layers........appreciating the reality check. Thank you for your honesty.....gotta love that!

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you!! I hope you found it helpful! ☺️

[@FrannyLuv]

Thank you for this! I just started my journey and it’s clear that KZbin content creation is a job itself but I’m excited about it. Looking forward to dropping content and building a community 💗

[@MillieAdrian]

You’ve got this!! Start setting those boundaries early! 👏🏽👏🏽

[@ChrisGE90]

🤫 Love your authentic and genuine content! Thank you for everything you post!

[@Whitneykailostaylor]

Your authenticity and transparency is so refreshing 🤫

[@TatesWealthJourney]

🤫 this is the honest truth! Thank you for sharing this perspective

[@ArielTucker-o6r]

Thank you for your honesty Millie! I genuinely appreciate all of your videos. It has been an inspiration on my journey as a content creator. ❤

[@MillieAdrian]

You’re so welcome! Thank you for your kind words! ☺️

[@RealPassportBros]

Thanks Millie!! Your work changes lives 🤫

[@AllPutTogether]

These types of videos are so important. Most people don’t have a clue what they are getting into. One thing I was unprepared for was getting recognized in public. It happens often now and I have to be prepared for interactions with subs/followers while I’m out.

[@DahomyDarroman]

You are amazing Millie! Let haters do their thing and you keep rocking

[@leandrahaupt]

I actually think the last one is the most important: only if you find true passion and fulfillment in something, you’ll be able to sustain it. And then it doesn’t matter if it gets hard sometimes because you know your path and purpose behind it. Just started this year in my KZbin journey and it feels just so right!

[@tolaniakande807]

Thank you Millie❤️❤️❤️

[@davidthescottishvegan]

Thanks 👍 Millie for your honesty about the pitfalls of being a content creator. This video is what I needed to remind me that not everyone has the option to be a content creator. This video hasn't put me off content creation. Love 🥰 the video and love ❤ Millie.

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you David! You’re always so honest and supportive ☺️

[@thisisjovanna]

Girllll🙌 SPOT ON…NOOO complaints justtt the hard truths and I am yettt quite farrr behind YOUUU and can VERYYY easily see how it can exacerbate down the line!!! STILLLL 💛💛💛 ittt tho😉🙌🤫 Thanksss for the mojo🙏

[@joanaribeiron]

🤫 I love how honest you are

[@NOWmaryme]

Love your teachings. Thanks for your videos! 🤫

[@micheleCONNECT]

Your videos always provide so much value! ❤️🙌🤫

[@iamanamikad]

This video sort of hit home. I worry that us small channels will be facing these once we up our game as well. I'm still convinced that I want to keep creating because I love making videos and content creation. Thank you, Millie! You're so transparent about these things and thanks for being human

[@almayanez9022]

I love it! Thank you for sharing this and reminding everyone that content creators are just doing their job like everyone else in more "normal" jobs. I am happy you know your worth and do not pay attention to haters. The ones who see the value you bring will come back to learn from you and are appreciative - so thank you for all that I have learned from your work.

[@explorerharshi]

Love this video!! I started my journey as CC 3 years ago as a Melbourne food blogger and was loving the community I built and the events and brands I got to work with. But recently I moved to India and know absolutely no one in my field, brands don’t know me and because I’m getting no work, I have really lost my passion and desire that I used to have for content creation. I’m hoping to move on from this plateau stage and start loving what I do!! Your videos remind me of why I started and how far I have come☺️🤫

[@itsLexButler]

So thankful for your content and your willingness to share every step of the way 🤫

[@shaunharding3028]

Thanks millie,love your contents and your opinions and honesty, and yes watched it all😊

[@MillieAdrian]

Wow! Thank you so much! ☺️

[@marklorray]

Love your transparency. I love your work and I learn so much from you. Keep it coming!

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much!!

[@BabyGirlMe-Taylor]

I really appreciate you sharing this 🤗🤫

[@syl_phie]

Anything worth doing isn’t always easy. Thank you for sharing. 🤫

[@Chesneylish]

I loved learning about the meaning behind desire - thank you for this video. It’s encouraging and I absolutely love when you said “these desires are given to you for a reason and if you can’t stop thinking about them, I believe they are meant to come true” 💗 love your work Millie, thank you for inspiring 🤫

[@Walking_Mystery]

you're amazing! so inspiring to hear you share about this. you are helping so many people, why wouldn't you deserve all the love and value that you are getting.

[@EviesAcres]

🤫This journey can seem lonely at times, especially when people around you don't get it. Thanks Millie for the truths and encouragement!

[@rlegag666]

I truly understand! In my position we have haters too and although I like constructive criticism but flat out insults… sheesh I feel you!!!

[@runwithdarren]

Love your energy and vibe. Thank you for this information! I appreciate it. :)

[@BeautyInTheMagic]

Hey Mille! I've been watching and taking in your content since around April, and I GENUINELY appreciate the transparency around Content Creation! I still am not blessed to be in a position to create Full Time, but I create in as many ( and healthily) hours a week as I possibly can. It's been about 3/4 months since I've really started hardening down on Content Creation, and I've hit SO many milestones just in those 3 months. I wake up every morning excited to exist, and I can't wait to be able to Create Full Time, even with the downsides that may come with it. 🤫

[@janellegibson9175]

I love this video. Keep producing your content. Ignore the haters. I've learned that people who have the time to make such comments, have no ambition, motivation, or courage to take the risk on themselves because they are afraid to fail, lack self confidence in their abilities, or they are living without purpose. I read a meme one day that said " People who are already beneath you, will always try to pull you down". Keep shining bright.

[@ToyaDaTechie]

🤫 Well said, I have almost given up my love several times but that Desire is a .... It has kept me going and even though my business just like my life has evolved it has never stopped. You just added another PUSH with your Desire comment to my push to keep going and I will get to my dream. Thank you.

[@rossiixoxo]

🤫 everything you say is so true. I’ve been on social media doing business with a company and I did burn out. I’ve been giving myself some time off and it was very much needed. But never stop is my goal. Thank you so much for being relatable. ❤

[@MillieAdrian]

Yes!! Sometimes the break is so so necessary!

[@mandiesmess5948]

Thank you Millie! You are appreciated.

[@quiltingcurvestudio]

Fabulous video. The pressure of providing a result from a course is very true. I appreciate this video.

[@MillieAdrian]

Yes!!! Thank you!!☺️

[@marissadaily]

I've been a full-time creator for 2.5 years and agree wholeheartedly with everything you said. I'd love if you'd go into info about hiring a team and making it more sustainable for long-term!

[@victoriacooksey1574]

Thank you for all you do! Wishing you a lifetime of success, abundance, joy and creative bliss! 🥂🥂

[@otibubzy]

🤫 I lovee your content Millieee.. theres not many people im subscribed to honestly. creators like you remind me that there will be people who like me for me. Thank you soo much for sharing yourself with us 💜💜💜💜

[@tshionassefa9838]

I really love your content! It's very helpful. Keep doing what you are doing 🤫 ❤

[@DavyYap]

Love the hopeful end with #5!

[@TrippyThreadsTieDye]

Love your realness Millie!! Thank you for your content and hard work! I've really enjoyed your channel as I've been launching my own to show my tie dye art. Your tips have been Great! Please keep em coming!!❤💜💙

[@Heyshenelle]

🤫🤫 appreciate your honesty. Definitely something I still want to pursue

[@happyhoundsdogtraining]

LOVED this!! Thank you for admitting that the trolling gets to you sometimes. Due to the niche I'm in I suspect I get a higher % of trolling than most, and while I can let most of it easily roll off my back there are some comments that sting! I often hear "you can't let it get to you", but haven't heard a big creator admit is DOES get to them. Thanks for being human haha

[@TDSRyan]

I think it is both scary and comforting how wildly accurate this video is. When I started creating content it was just a way for me to express myself artistically and kind of escape how lack luster life could be at times. Going to work a job where your worth can be so misrepresented if you don't act accordingly by their standards...I just needed something else. My curiosity grew and I found myself falling deeper into the rabbit hole of content creation. I was surprised at how quickly it came natural to me because I wouldn't have called myself a creative person. I began to love it so much so I thought I wanted to do it full time and that became my goal. This was before thousands of followers and learning how brands work. I still don't have the level of social media success to make money to live off of, but even just working towards that goal was enough of a life disruption. I would add 1 more harsh truth, besides everything you named. It can be extremely lonely. If your core friend group don't make content, or even your relationship understand...it can leave you without those people and you could be forced to make a choice. Social media is still new enough to where most people don't understand the amount of work involved or level of dedication to be successful. And unfortunately...your friends, significant others, and family members are no exception. This was a great video and I appreciate you sharing this. It really hit home.

[@MellieOnTheMend]

Hello Millie! Thank you for your videos!! I’ve learned so much from you, I appreciate you! I love that you say “follow your joy,” because that’s what I’m about-helping people find their joy thru sobriety! ❤ 🤫❤

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much!!! I’m so glad you like them! ☺️ keep up the great work!

[@dustincallahan6182]

I'm glad I found your page! 🤫

[@forevergwladys]

Spot on, Millie!

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much!

[@user-xr4hx4hx9m]

Well said! 🤫I once heard someone say, "Getting haters is the sign you're doing something right... you're connecting with people and getting reach." How funny that you can get someone who's NOT in your audience to waste time their commenting on you.

[@DaniAdams]

I totally get #2. As much as I'd love a perfect content creation world where everyone loves my stuff, I had to be real and remind myself that you can't please everyone. What helped me avoid letting this affect me more than it should, was that no matter what, I am happy with my channel, I would want to keep being me, and I wouldn't want to keep altering and adjusting my style just to appear like everyone else. People know what they're getting when they watch my videos, and I shouldn't try to sound like or be like anyone other than ME! ❤

[@DaniAdams]

Oh yeah also, 🤫 ❤❤❤

[@MillieAdrian]

Yes!! I love this!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@TherapyMeetsMindset]

its an amazing journey but one full of unexpected challenges, especially health. Great brutal truths!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💯💯💯💯

[@MillieAdrian]

Yes!! I couldn’t agree more! 🔥🔥

[@SherylBiangco]

🤫 I like your tips on preventing burnout

[@IamDannyStone]

Love this video. You were honest, peeled back the layers of what it's really like to be a full-time content creator. I really enjoy watching your content, it's very helpful and inspiring to me, someone who is aspiring to be a full-time content creator. Thanks for all of the research and work you put into each video.

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much! This means so much to me! ☺️

[@Mr.G.E.-R.O.D]

You got it Millie, bump the haters, straight like that💯👌🏾🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

😂😂😂

[@raulblancomusic]

I love these motivational type videos 🙏 🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

Ahh thank you! ☺️

[@alyssalawsonmusic]

Another great video!! Love your channel so much! 🩵🤫

[@marcos1234-u5x]

Thank you for this one Millie 🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

anytime 😎

[@ambie-we2fw]

Loved this! 🤫

[@coolabahwoodworking]

🤫 Thanks for sharing this. It’s not JUST stress. I think we have to understand that the stress hormone is preventing other systems from working. Its purpose is to put you into a flight or fight state. It prevents any regeneration processes. Eg one small one is you fingernails don’t grow, a bigger one it stops regenerating brain cells. I love what you said you have to be intentional with your break times and your mental health. Every six month you go to the dentist for a check up take your time to check your mental health.

[@MillieAdrian]

Yes!! I couldn’t agree more!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@aenglish8615]

I needed to hear this. Thx Millie!!

[@MillieAdrian]

You’re so welcome!! ☺️

[@EJourdanLewis]

Love theses truths! 🤫

[@KaitoKasai]

Thanks for the video, Millie! As new content creator I'm always curious to know about behind-the-scenes insights that more experienced creators have to share. 🤫

[@SteveHarmonyMusic]

Great advice! Thanks for breaking it down! 🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

I’m so glad you found it helpful!

[@yagirlsteph]

Millie...GIRL. This video was needed. Not for me but to help me realize NOT EVERYONE will love this! So good girl!

[@MillieAdrian]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! ☺️☺️

[@zodiacgoodes]

Good stuff! Thank you for the transparency! 🤫🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you! I really appreciate it! ☺️

[@GenXGlobetrotter]

🤫I love your content and they way you present it!

[@DrRosieMead]

I'm so excited to crack on with my content creator journey! 🤫

[@tipwilliams4685]

Thank you so much I’m excited to get started 🤫

[@ThatCouponMama]

🤫 Your videos help me so much! I'm really new to KZbin and had absolutely no experience in creating content or editing, and I have learned so much from you! You always make me excited to keep going and not give up! Thank you!

[@MillieAdrian]

Wow!! Thank you so much! I’m so glad you’re here!

[@DiamondDogTraining]

🤫Hi Millie, Thank you. I needed this video. I feel so overwhelmed. Which direction. For 6 years I love My KZbin channel. I love making videos. I am a dog trainer for 50 years. I want to give people all this experience and information I have learned, but never was able to make an I come from KZbin. I now have a Stan store. I am hoping I can make ebooks many of them free so people can use my knowledge. My goal is to also have 1:1 training sessions to train people and their dogs. I love creating and editing. I just needed you to tell me to not stress out . Get busy and create the Stan store digital products . Thank you

[@diyg.gardening]

Thanks, Millie! As an aspiring full-time creator, I appreciate the honesty. I'd also love to see a video about all the things you love about being a full-time content creator, maybe some behind the scenes stuff too 😊 - Megan

[@MillieAdrian]

Megan! I can ABSOLUTELY do that 😁 thank you!!

[@diyg.gardening]

@MillieAdrian yay!! Looking forward to it!

[@HouseofWisdom-590]

Girl love it 🤫

[@please.excuse.my.nonsense]

Thank you so much for pulling back the curtain and ACTUALLY talking about it.🤫

[@greengoddessritual]

I love the transparency 🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you!! ☺️☺️

[@maximizedmoney]

I love your videos! The part about negative comments is so real. I am a much smaller, audience-wise so don't get many negative comments. But we the people THANK YOU. I have learned so much from you and appreciate you showing up despite the nonsense. (🤫)

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate it more than you know!

[@bigstaff666]

Another Banger 🤫

[@askavettech2057]

Loved all the tips, and I can say yes it is real, burnout 🔥 sucksssss but the other side of it, when you know what caused it, is helpful, you grow! Hugs!🎉

[@MillieAdrian]

I couldn’t agree more!!! 👏🏽👏🏽

[@belegallybalanced]

🤫 love this thanks for sharing! I value your content so much

[@bilpodcasten]

🤫Something to think about👌 Keep up the good work!

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much!

[@sraddha1411]

Agreed to all you said. Need to love & accept every part of content creation. This includes loving to edit videos too !!!😅 🤫🤫🤫🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

Yes!! Love this!

[@PamperedWife]

I agree and a lot of the pressure is true for any entrepreneur, as well.

[@MillieAdrian]

Yes!! Exactly!!!

[@VoyagesJapan]

🤫 Great video, Millie!

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much! ☺️☺️

[@KayTayMassage]

Definitely needed to hear this. I’ve been making content here and there for years and this is the year I decided to get serious about it! Thank you!!❤ and 🤫 lol

[@CherieRoeDirksen]

Great, honest advice. Thank you.

[@TheNextChapterWithSylvie]

💜 Thanks that was interesting

[@richardbrettrmt]

🤫 secret emoji activated. Thanks for the brutal truths!

[@User-q8d9j]

love the new thumbnails i hate text heavy thumbnails

[@JimSmithBrazil]

Your 2018 pixie hair cut is awesome 11:09 ! I am only focused on youtube. Recently monetized. I moved from the US to southern Brazil and thought it would be neat to document my journey. The work on the property is hard then add in the videoing, the editing and the posting and managing of comments. I feel at times to much but then a new project comes and I am like yeah lets video this. What you do is unimaginable from my point of view. But you have obviously set some boundaries. Issue 4 for me hit home. Thanks again. At least the feelings I have at times are similar and not unique.

[@edwardherrera8264]

Nice video, thanks 😊

[@therootcausedoctor]

🤫just found you and am loving your content!

[@Tchibazz-TV]

Beautiful background And you are saying the truth ❤❤

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@Tchibazz-TV]

@MillieAdrian you are welcome 🤗🤗

[@beautyandaging]

Literally me right out of the gate lol. 🤫 Just wanted to say how much I adore you. You selected my channel (the one that got terminated) when creating your BSP course and gave me so much knowledge and I’m grateful for that and I always think about you when I want to quit. I’m trying to find a happy and healthy medium where I’m not burnt out. I love KZbin and I’m ok with growing slow. I hate the hamster wheel and burnout of Instagram so it’s gotta go. And then I need to find a cadence for KZbin that’s sustainable. Maybe I only upload 2x per month vs 4.

[@MillieAdrian]

Wow! Thank you so much!! I hope your experience with BSP was amazing! 🧡 Feel free to send an email to me and my team if you have questions. I think finding a posting schedule that is feasible for your life is HUGE! It can become overwhelming if you’re doing too much, but finding what works for you is key!

[@awountarot]

thank you for explaining all these.i really helped me❤

[@MillieAdrian]

of course 🤗

[@peterenslin]

Thank you for an amazing video. Love your content!

[@MillieAdrian]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@sofiadecesare9529]

Thank you for this great video! I love all your content, it has been very helpful.🤫

[@MillieAdrian]

Ahh thank you! ☺️