MY FIRST YOUTUBE PAYCHECK + advice for small youtubers

[@anna.lee_jy]

Link to my other KZbin advice video here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpDEp5mvns97b7s

[@markwade2667]

Please make a video of you speaking Korean. I found them really cute.

[@zanzy2905]

new fan here...love your reactions uncle roger

[@cldpizza5392]

Virtual hugs♥️♥️. Way to go Anna. May I recommend some youtuber? Try watch Davie504. Hopefully you can get some ideas 😉

[@WeaponXMusic94]

@@cldpizza5392 what's up slappers

[@betweenthreeferns]

KZbin never recommend me your videos because I would always automatically search for you! Big up Anna! Keep up the good work! 💪🏻

[@AliceTan29]

Always love how transparent you are! Yay yay yay, can't wait for you to grow more!!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks Alice!! 🥰

[@kokyensoh320]

Way to go Anna!!! Hard work paid off! P/s: your sweet look helps big time !

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you! 💜

[@Roberttang20]

@@anna.lee_jy forgot to subscribe,oops

[@elkalysha]

She's just drop dead gorgeous!

[@TheSeeking2know]

Happy for you! Keep pushing forward. You're right about riding the waves of trending topics like Uncle Roger's BBC/Hersha egg-fry-rice reaction. You can continue to reach to him from time to time. I thunk your being down-to-earth has also been a breath of fresh air. It's easy to see that you're not an extrovert and not putting up an act: this makes you come off as authentic. You also present yourself well, in terms of your makeup and dressing which enhances your natural beauty, making the time spent on watching your videos pleasant all around. Your audio is good and your lighting and camera are OK too.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you so much 😊And yes we love uncle roger on this channel haha!

[@StephEatsnTravels]

Congratulations Anna!! I've been so thrilled to see your growth. You truly inspire me and I agree with all the points you listed. I know I'll get there soon too!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Yesss Stephie! Rooting for you 💪💜

[@rebeccahu]

i love how transparent you are about youtube, and i really feel like you gave advice that is helpful! and so thankful for all of the support you've given me, and it's so cool to see your channel grow so much! you deserve it! ☺️💕

[@fourkings7897]

I'm from Uncle roger reaction.. 😁

[@anna.lee_jy]

A lot of people are! Thank you for watching :)

[@luigi2837]

I was from the Jin diet video

[@luigi2837]

@@anna.lee_jy Nice videos, unnie I can't wait till the next one~

[@imdancingforever5215]

I'm from omegle

[@maeganeats]

These videos are so helpful! It feels like such a climb to 1000, but we're so excited to get there! Can't wait to keep watching you grow!! 😍

[@bchishi8339]

Your genuine advice here and the one about weight loss is what got me hooked. There's no stopping you lady😘

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you so much!

[@Phillpak]

I’m so happy for you!! Congrats Anna!

[@KTpie]

Wow congrats Anna! I remember discovering your channel when you had about 300 subs and you were doing singing covers. Happy to see you grow so much so fast! :) it's hard work pumping out content as frequently as you do so your hard work has def paid off~

[@anna.lee_jy]

Honestly getting to 1k was the hardest! Thank you 🥰

[@JoseRojasYT]

Congrats on how far you have come on KZbin Anna! Really happy for you :) Appreciate you being so transparent

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks Jose! :)

[@EonniDiaries]

Congrats Anna!!! That’s a really good side income on your first month. Happy to see your good progress, also your pieces of advice are always helpful. 🥰I don’t skip your ads🙋‍♀️have a great day

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Unni! 💜

[@cookingsifu]

The algorithm is clearly working now in your favor. I have just searched the keyword, my new KZbin channel, and i saw yours. I am glad i clicked, you provided a good value there and you have a pretty nice personality 😊

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you for telling me! And for the compliment 🥰

[@RG-3PO]

"Be personable, be likable." Well, there goes my hypothetical future KZbin career. Also, I am not not a young Asian woman. That is, like, ten strikes against me. P.S. I do love the accent. I have worked with older Koreans here in America, many of whom have lived here for decades, and they still speak with a Korean accent. This channel would still work, but the proper British accent is a shock and hooks the audience.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Yeah, Konglish 😆 Thank you for liking my accent :)

[@ShaniaGrace]

I love how you're genuine & so kind, Anna! Thank you so much for the great advice, well deserved! Congratulations 💕

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Shania 😘

[@MorganePodence]

Girl I’m so happy for you!! Thank you for this advice and I hope some day I get monetized too 🙏🏼

[@anna.lee_jy]

Keep going Morgane! 💪

[@JyForFun]

Thanks for the tips, Anna! Very motivating especially for a small KZbinr like me. I'm sure you'll go a very long way! 👏

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks Jy!

[@KcGanjaBoy]

I came cause of Roger react video. Stayed cause you sound like a genuine person

[@anna.lee_jy]

💜

[@eddyho6019]

Anna, well done!!! It’s pretty generous of you sharing the secrets. I was curious about the whole things, from the search engine algorithm through to the money earned. Now you spill the beans. Thanks. 👍

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks Eddy!

[@FrozAp168]

8:31 Instead of weird I'd say intriguing and interesting. Can't deny the sweet look and soothing voice helps too

[@anna.lee_jy]

Haha thank you so much! 😊

[@Shaloveforreal]

That’s a good amount of money to make your first check . I love your personality this being my first time watching one of your videos I can see your channel growing and hitting millions I claim my spot for being with you before the millions. Enjoy the rest of your day

[@NicoleMiller77]

you are a saint anna!!! i was so curious about your analytics. especially that 40 questions video as it seemed way more than your subs were watching! have you made good money off commission and affiliate links? most of mine is coming from ad revenue personally! thank you for this video 🥰💗

[@anna.lee_jy]

I've made some off amazon and yesstyle but it's like 20 dollars? Ad revenue is much more yeah! 😊

[@ellisseo6067]

yeayyyy!!!! I love her videos so aesthetic and clean!!!!goodluckkk💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you! 😊

[@waggishwonderland]

Thanks so much for the transparency. This was really interesting insight

[@YourNeighborJenny]

Thanks Anna for these tips and being so truthful about it! I remember how you were speaking about how to achieve 1k subscribers. I'm so happy for your growth 💖. LOL, yes Stephen does emphasize about his homemade iced coffee.

[@anna.lee_jy]

You know him too! He's great XD

[@SsHhXx]

영어 공부되서 너무 좋아요.. 내용도 너무 좋구!!^^ Thanks😍😍🇰🇷

[@anna.lee_jy]

감사합니다!! 💜

[@WeaponXMusic94]

Congrats Anna! You're an inspiration to small youtubers like me I got monetised today too! I'm so happy

[@anna.lee_jy]

Yay!! Congratulations 😊

[@WeaponXMusic94]

@@anna.lee_jy Thank you!!! 😍 omg

[@callmer9705]

I only have this question 😍"why are u so Pretty ?"

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you 🥰

[@anna.lee_jy]

@Dragon I live in London! I’m from Korea though :)

[@paulnightmare2155]

@Dragon done bro, waiting for your turn

[@paulnightmare2155]

@@anna.lee_jy done i also ring the bell, now it's your turn hope u wil ring also mine.. thanks for the support

[@justsomebakahere]

I like how genuinely you express yourself and be honest, In short, you talk real , I like people talking in raw and real way rather than engaging in the "Right talk" to complement the palate's of audience's or "trying hard to fit in" , which mostly hypocritic people do I love raw and real side😉

[@Arsenalovereverything1886]

Uncle Roger reaction started my journey with Anna Lee... big up🇬🇧✊🏽

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you :)

[@MichelleLai]

congrats Anna! 😊 it was really cool seeing your growth over the past while! also really appreciate your transparency!!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Michelle! 🥰

[@khteoh2001]

10:43 I guess the kpop trend and also your kpop celebrity look thumbnail was catching eyeballs.

[@anna.lee_jy]

😆💜

[@StorytellerAddie]

I am not sure about how many people follow you from the beginning but I subscribed you somewhere between 450-460 subscriber. Every single day since then, whether it's your song covers, Spain vlogs or Asmr sounds, you just did everything that you wanted to showcase!! I have shown your graphs to so many of my friends who aren't sure about KZbin's algorithm!! And they were like!! Bang on!! This is Insane!! Seen you cross 1000, 2000, and all the way to 10,000 and now 11k!! NOPE it's 12k!! Woah!! Way to go Anna!! I have nothing else to say but only wishes for your success and growth!!🙂 Keep shining!! 😊💐🙏💯💙🎈

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you so much! It's been crazy for me too 😆 💜

[@Archer-hg9rw]

Anna: "KZbin algorithm isn't helping me" me: gets a notification even though I'm not subscibed

[@WatchtheBlog]

LOL!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Really?? How does that happen!

[@Archer-hg9rw]

@@anna.lee_jy Sometimes the KZbin algorithm recommends videos through notifications.

[@cloudwalker679]

And she just said "before"

[@Archer-hg9rw]

@@cloudwalker679 it's a "joke"!

[@JohnstanKazue]

Im so proud of you, I literally watched your growth and its so inspiring !! Hope to see you grow even bigger in future !!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks Johnstan!! 💜

[@Marcucas]

Just keep doing what you love and the money is just a bonus. The personality will shine and you'll keep growing and growing. Keep up the good work 🙂

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Michael! :)

[@WishingWellBBQ]

I’m from your post on the KZbin Facebook page! Thanks for being so transparent. I just started my BBQ channel 3 weeks ago and hope to experience the same level of growth. So far so good! Best of luck, Anna!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you, best of luck to your channel!

[@_uluu]

Congrats on your success girl! 👏🏼 You are so good at creating searchable content. Hard work pays off!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you! 🥰

[@Euniceathome]

Anna, Thanks so much for sharing real advice! Congrats on your first YT earnings!!! It's been inspiring following your growth ❤️

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Eunice! 💜

[@violetsdigest]

Been following you since SAI and I'm so so happy for you ♥️ hoping the algorithm favors me one day too. I'm so proud to see other small KZbinrs from the group

[@anna.lee_jy]

Rooting for you!! 💜

[@tiffanykwu]

Ahhh congrats Anna! Can't wait to see you grow even more! You seriously deserve it!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks Tiffany 🥰

[@NorthernThaiGardenGuy]

This is great information and while it might seem common sense, it was nice to confirm what seems like the obvious. Thank you so much Anna for sharing these insights!

[@sgpork]

Literally in most cases.. the most open and clean people are the people whom just started/new. Congratz on your first paycheck. It's good.. hopefully you'll keep up the good work !! Will watch your Korea videos. Personally I enjoy watching and learning things about/from different country.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you! I can't wait to get out 😫

[@lifewithbri7949]

I was just thinking about a Q&A video. I love these types of videos, and I aspire to be like you some day! I too have recently noticed the algorithm starting to work in my favor. You’re so right about all the things you’re mentioning. Thumbnail, tags, lighting, it’s all so so important! Growing a KZbin channel is not easy! So looking forward to monetizing!! I subscribed! I’m ready to see more of your content!❤️ I love Graham’s channel too! He’s soooooo funny, and he is literally like a money genius. I also watch all of the ads on everyone’s video I watch! I want people to get that money! Guys, if you want to support KZbinrs, watch the ads! Congratulations on your successes girl!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Bri! I recommend trying to make your thumbnails full screen so there are no black parts on the sides 👍Good luck to your channel 💜

[@lifewithbri7949]

@@anna.lee_jy Thank you so much! I try so hard to make thumbnails without the sides, but they just don't fit right without them for me! I am working on that! Do you have any tips or tricks?

[@GieCucina]

Oh wow! 😍 this is so so amazing! That’s a lot of money for your first month. You truly deserve it. I also appreciate the fact that even you’re getting popular now in YT and getting busy, you still manage to visit my channel and comment out on my videos, that’s really nice of you to help us out small youtubers💕 I’m pretty sure you’ll get the silver play button soon!🤗 cheers!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Gie! 🥰

[@joyceliin]

So proud of you Anna! All the growth is so well deserved and I can't wait for the day I can also reach monetization! :)

[@anna.lee_jy]

You'll get there! Thanks Joyce :)

[@0appleblack]

That was really transparent, I think you've answered questions of many people. Thanks for sharing! Joshua Weissman came to mind when you described how videos should consist of fun element and other stuff.

[@anna.lee_jy]

I didn't know who he was so looked up his channel and wow, his content is awesome! Thanks for sharing :)

[@0appleblack]

@@anna.lee_jy Sharing is caring! Best of luck~

[@MrandMrsMastURpeace]

Found you through your link on Facebook! Had to come show you love on your actual channel Anna! Thank you for the great info.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you for watching :)

[@GabzFam123]

Congratulations Anna Lee🎉 You deserve it! 💕

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Jill! 💜

[@theellenpham]

Congrats on getting your first paycheck! Thank you for sharing your KZbin tips.

[@kadenhasty185]

Yay! Keep grinding and making yourself happy!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you :)

[@MoniqueBushee]

Thank you so much for all of your advice! Congrats on monetization!

[@dennisongtravels]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 congrats girl! And thank you for this video and your transparency in it! Duly noted on everything! 😅🥳

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks for watching Dennis! :)

[@revolution322]

One of the unique things you have in your channel is your mixed cultural experience you've lived in England, and your accent show the efforts of learning english and how good you are with languages. It's awesome seeing all the homework you did analyzing the tech aspects of being a youtuber, and it's paying Off. Keep the good work! Congrats :)

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Alex 😊

[@edd8460]

Anna your channel is growing like whoa. Can't recall which one of your videos I watched first, but it's likely due to DKDTV and your collabs with them. It's really nice to see you did these videos when you were 'starting out' :) And now you're on the rise, hopefully will rise higher :D

[@brandonong4029]

So nice of you for helping others on this. Love your videos.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Brandon!

[@BeckyBabbes]

Loved this video 💘 you are amazing and so sweet thank you for shedding light on what we all want to know! 💞

[@KellyLQL]

Hi Anna, I chanced upon your YT channel when I clicked on how you had lost weight based on BTS Jin’s diet. After that, I watched another 2 or more of your videos and this one too. You’re right to point out that YT videos must be catchy and entertaining as there are tons and tons of videos out there. People’s interest in your YT content will either surged or dipped after a while. You need to focus and build your key content areas so that people will not get bored and switched out. I started watching YT videos on designer handbags but I’m so bored with them now. However, I still like videos on people’s travel vlogs. I wish you all the best in your YT journey.

[@YawmSaub]

Anna, I don't normally and typically sit through these kind of videos but I actually sit thru it to the end. Good job making ppl like me watching it to the end without realizing it. Hope you gain more subs and viewers. ♡

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Eric! 💜

[@YawmSaub]

@@anna.lee_jy of course, Anna...you deserve every praise. Much love! ♡

[@irelandHKpapa]

You are growing very fast, congratulations 🎊 well deserved 👏👏👏

[@AtTheIntersection]

Thank Anna for sharing this video. This is inspiring. And thank you for providing tips for us small KZbinrs. :)

[@chelsealii]

yesss girl! love watching you grow so much, your extra income is well-deserved! also thanks for the encouragement and advices :))

[@puzzlepieceBird]

Definitely saw the huge influx of views on your videos, thank you for providing us smaller guys with this information! :D

[@atomsofstardust]

Nice to see a smaller channel like yours grow! Really inspiring! And yeah, please more Korean content, that's really interesting, since the country is quite far away, with different language and all of that; I bet you could really share some interesting stuff about it :)

[@mikehrt]

I'm glad the algorithm has been kind to you. It's been a long time since I've seen a private channel break like this. Congratulations!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Michael!

[@iamchisenga]

Been here before you hit 1K and its so inspiring to see your growth. Your advice is so real and raw I love that!!!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you lovely 💖

[@RachelRachel]

GIRLLL CONGRATS!! That’s a lot for first month 🥳 Thanks for being transparent and insightful, keeps me motivated to keep going haha 💕

[@anna.lee_jy]

Yes keep going Rachel!! Rooting for you 💜

[@Qlee911]

Good job!CONGRATULATIONS!!🎈🎈

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Joseph!

[@radasfav]

I’m so happy for you!!! Thank you for sharing the tips girl! 💕❤️

[@taptapfr34k]

You’re so lovable Anna, love your thumbnails and all the contents that you do! Soooo happy that you’ve made it this far and I’ll continue supporting you! ☺️💖

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you so much 💜

[@ArmandDLirium]

That's cool, glad you get more than you expect. Keep with the great work!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Armand!

[@ArmandDLirium]

​@@anna.lee_jy Thanks for your recommendations, beauty n.n

[@PaulDGreen-bu4iz]

I’m happy you’re making something from it because all of the hard-work you’re putting into the videos. Thank you for sharing!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Paul!

[@brossmash6939]

Good advice for small youtubers! Thank you!

[@AngelVianne]

Anna omg I haven't been active on KZbin for a month and I am so proud of your growth! I have yet to catch up on your videos but I'm glad to support you all the way SOOOO congratulations. Keep thriving ❤️😍

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Angel! 🥰

[@JustRandomEnglishPh]

Thank you so much for this! I always feel the sincerity in your videos and I love that you genuinely want to give advice. Congratulations! 'Can't wait how far your channel will go.

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you! Rooting for your channel 👏

[@CyberMew]

Thanks for sharing!! My friend kept wanting to do a channel (lol) but i was sure it isn’t easy .. anyway I’m here before you get really big so please remember me 😂 you are right about accent and looks being helpful as well (it is what it is for “show business” go). As for the Korea pros and cons I wouldn’t be surprised because a lot of people who are interested (or not interested) in Korean would find your perspective interesting especially from a Korean point of view. A lot of the people are interested in Korea so I guess that video is relevant and more popular. But thanks again for sharing!

[@sunnychew1638]

Nice work, hope you get more subscribers and income in the future. Keep up the good work 😊

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you 😊

[@Scotts_on_it]

So good to have a refreshingly candid content creator. Wanted to say thanks before your channel explodes. All the best

[@AlwaysAntonette]

Im so happy for you Anna. 💖I have watched you grow and blow up to 11k. Congratulations!! You deserve this and much more. 🥰

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Antonette! Rooting for you 💖

[@AlwaysAntonette]

@@anna.lee_jy thanks Anna 💕

[@KungfuReview]

Thank you Anna for the great info and yes YT is treating you well 😊

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Eric!

[@missnenenguyen]

Taking notesssss!!!☺️ such real and helpful advice lovely. Thank you for sharing.💕

[@anna.lee_jy]

😘💜

[@Stylebyshima]

You are soo deserving of everything that came Anna. You have been consistent and amazing. Congratulations well deserved.🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽❤️

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Gazelle 😘

[@marletevolz]

Not many people have the guts to be this transparent I’ve always been so curious so thank you for this you’re so eloquent and beautiful and I thank you so much again for this !!!! 💕💕💜💜🤩🤩

[@anna.lee_jy]

Can't wait for when you get monetised!! 😘

[@Steve-vo9yk]

Been watching your videos in quarantine. 3 videos in a weekkk, absolutely love the work rate. Its good to know the world is still moving in 2020. Also, congratz!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Stephen :)

[@BrandonKimmmm]

Your KZbin journey is very inspirational. Thanks for the advice!

[@FannyaRatana]

yess! you've worked so hard on your videos and you deserve thiss 🎉

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Fannya! 💜

[@_lilinana.languages]

So happy to be here before your 1k ! And thank you for your advice 💕💕💕 also so happy to see you growing!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks girly 😘

[@LunaEscobar18]

awesome Anna....tnaks for the advice and for being so open about your journey :)

[@themaskedman3455]

Good to see you are still giving it your all 🙂

[@anna.lee_jy]

Got to work hard, especially during these Covid times 😅

[@themaskedman3455]

@@anna.lee_jy exactly 🙂

[@TomFoyleIreland]

Thank you for sharing your journey Anna. Very informative. Hope keep on growing!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Tom!

[@jordansawers3445]

Congrats on the consistent growth, road to 100K!! Here we come🚀 keep it up, you’re killing it🤙🏻

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you Jordan :)

[@beechie1006]

Thank you for your advice, it is obviously working due to i have never heard of you and somehow i was led by you tube to uncle rodger and now i have watched several of your videos today. Keep up the good work and the content

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thank you for watching 💜

[@Miniatureholic]

Thanks for sharing dear🤗 happy for u, got your first chq 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@aleemkandour592]

Well done, Anna! This is great!

[@sadman2443]

I Came from Uncle Rojer videos(saw him for the first time today)👍 the guy's full of life and then, yes Your video came from the Recommendations and also Thumbnails(I clicked cz u look cute,damn clickbait😁) and yes all you said is really informative and is True. I have never seen someone say something so clean and sincere on KZbin even though Everyone has two sides bdw. WhatsApp is another popular app in my country that, once I put a KZbin link in my WhatsApp status at the most 90 people click the link regardless of the thumbnail because people are curious why I put the link in my status. Anyways hoping for more exciting contents👍.(I clicked due to 3 reasons- Pretty face with a story +Korean(interesting background)+English Speaker (main reason)👍

[@mandasoha]

This video is so inspiring. I’ve had a channel for so many years but it hasn’t been able to grow and it’s really disheartening, hopefully it’ll grow soon

[@anna.lee_jy]

Rooting for you Manda!

[@kheelim]

keep up the great work Anna! your hard work should be commended 💓 always supporting you😊💞

[@anna.lee_jy]

😘

[@itzkeithnicole]

Omg I'm so happy for you, Anna!! 🎉 again thank you for sharing helpful and transparent tips 🥺💓

[@anna.lee_jy]

Thanks Nicole 🥰

[@Rachelsays]

omg Anna can't believe i've only just seen ur channel :) im a Korean living in the UK as well👍 now i'll be catching up with all ur vids. keep up the great work!

[@anna.lee_jy]

Hi Rachel, thank you! Checking out your channel now too :)