I quit my 9-5 job to be a *full-time YouTuber*. My experience from the first 3 months...

[@ChelseaCallahan]

There’s so much more I could have talked about too! If you found this kind of video interesting let me know, I can definitely go into more detail on some of these things from my perspective… especially once I have more experience in the industry. For right now, I am a little sponge with a beginner’s mind. Thanks for watching ❤ Official invite to my housewarming live event coming to my instagram & community tab next week, stay tuned!

[@moda78z]

Chelsea, check the waterdrop link in the description box. It doesn’t work. Maybe it’s just me.

[@ChelseaCallahan]

thank you! it should be working now 😊 sorry about that @@moda78z

[@heavenlymorsels]

So I am curious since you missed your window to apply for dental and medical health benefits that means you can’t apply at all ever? And you have to find a job with these benefits in order to get them again?

[@ChelseaCallahan]

to be honest i'm not sure!! i'll probably bring it up in future vlogs what my solution ends up being!@@heavenlymorsels

[@Jessie48722]

Dang, your channel is growing like bigger than Seymour from Little Shop. XD

[@lilyzook2197]

Still the best sponsored segments on KZbin.

[@andreacullen770]

💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@RuralRiverRamblings]

For real!! I ❤ the factor ones the best!!❤

[@human_no847]

Segment? That's no comedy bit, that's Chelsea's evil twin!

[@gamblefamily419]

Absolutely agree

[@karenscott7465]

Yes! Love the sponsorship videos. Believe me that’s not something I usually say!😊

[@alexjohnson111]

"feeling terrified is better than feeling bored" love this!

[@lauraelisee]

And this is why I switched jobs the end of last year!

[@yulislavina]

not sure I agree)) sometimes I prefer to be bored

[@MorrisLydiaP]

The myth of normal. Fear/anxiety is not better than boredom.

[@letciatxr]

Just wanted to say, I'm so happy I found your channel last year. Love how real and imperfect it is - that's what makes it perfect. Your personality is like a breath of fresh air, and every video makes me feel like we're in this together. Keep doing your thing, girl!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

thank you so much ❤️ we are definitely in this together

[@gjbaan2860]

Kind voice, kind spirit, heart on your sleeve, being honest, and being able to communicate your point. Chelsea keep being you. You are fantastic!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

thank you for your kind words 💘

[@yilderim1924]

Your commentary about not having health insurance while you were perched on the window sill was perfect timing for dramatic tension. You are correct about the quiet but fearful mechanisms that keep people in corporate life (spot on). Also I think you need to oil your door hinges.

[@stephb3321]

Yes, she 💯 hit the nail on the head about keeping people in corporate life. I’m nearing the end of my work career, hopefully will retire in two more years at the age of 59. I am from the generation that corporate life IS life. The stability, the health insurance, the endless hours so you can afford a car, home, and lots of vacations. I have succeeded at all of this, but the rub of it is the grind of it all, little fulfillment, and like Chelsea said, working to make other’s lives easier. It comes with a price. If there had been KZbin back in the early 90’s, maybe I would’ve gone that route.😊

[@CT-od5dl]

Chelsea - adore your high-pressure, low-anger personality. It's a lovely mix.

[@ChelseaCallahan]

haha I've never thought of it that way. thank you ❤

[@mollyduckpond]

I’m so glad your channel got into my algorithm last year!

[@shareuhlin]

these ad spots just keep getting better and better! LOVED the cross over surprise, alexis is my other fave nyc-vlogger 😁

[@3dogmom]

Yessssss!!! Chelsea & Alexis are 2 of my top comfort channels!! Was great seeing them together ☺️

[@tinnywitch]

Same here, what a lovely surprise!

[@jbernere]

Came here to say this as well! Followed Chelsea after seeing her on Alexis’s vlog. ☺️

[@eimearmcmanus372]

It's weird because America promotes itself as a country of entrepreneurship, of the self-made man, but the reality is self-employed people are punished by a lack of basic support in the form of healthcare, dental etc. By the way you're a very good actor Chelsea, your ad reminded me of Phoebe and Ursula in Friends. Very well done, I didn't even skip the ad like I normally do!

[@CatherineShoresHMN]

I normally skip over sponsored content in videos - if it’s something I’m not interested in or if I’ve seen multiple creators doing them - but I love how you’ve been doing them. It’s fun!!

[@nonFluencerNoWa]

SO FUN ❤

[@heavenlymorsels]

Omg water drop is so lucky you crushed the sponsorship - was epic 👏- I recently found your channel and really enjoy it for so many reasons - I have a small channel where I focus on gluten and dairy free cooking and baking but after a rough 2023 and running over into 2024 I want to add more of everything I love into my channel but am not sure how to go about it!😊❤

[@ChelseaCallahan]

so glad you found me! love your channel concept, such a cool thing you're doing ❤

[@heavenlymorsels]

@@ChelseaCallahan thank you 🙏 it’s just that it’s so niche and there is so much more to my world and creative side - am kinda frozen and lacking confidence in where to begin in adding new and different content to my channel! Hoping at some point I get the courage to just do it!

[@IslandGirl7215]

I agree now I want to order it buy it and drink it 24/7

[@wellyremigio7023]

"I'm stressed, but I'm incredibly happy". That literally brought tears to my ears, it's so good to see that you're doing great and I couldn't be happier for you. You got this, girl!! ✨💖

[@sunshinemindset8497]

I love that you are friends with Alexis Eldridge. I follow her too! Love you both xxx

[@JustSheik]

Same!!❤

[@strawberrymoon1906]

Same same!!🌸

[@melissatelier]

I found your channel last year and it's been great to see you grow as a person, changes and challenges that came but seeing you embrace them is something inspiring. I'm just starting on youtube, I graduated last year from college and everyone's expecting me to get a 9-5, I might as well do, but I've always wanted to start my channel, you asked us to say what our channel is about but tbh i'm just experimenting with different topics and styles, but once again, your channel and your journey have been motivating to me, you're so authentic and that's something I value a lot, thanks for sharing bits of your life 💙

[@boredness6789]

Lmao I normally skip the ad section of videos, but not yours 😂

[@juliecarlson2778]

Such a fun and cute ad idea! I love and look forward to your videos! ❤

[@sammylapue]

You look great with or without professional makeup!! We all like to totally chill on our less busy or off days. It is much needed for your mental health. I would love to post on You Tube, but I am clueless regarding editing.

[@heavenlymorsels]

I hear ya learning to edit for me is a huge learning curve and am still not great and great editing sets your content apart - something I too need to work on - though it can be done and you can do it too!

[@anakirola9204]

I watch Alexis too. A lot of us were like yeah Chesla is so cool. I love your openness and honesty. I’m so proud of you!

[@pabulumm]

This video is so timely, I just submitted an application for an admin assistant job and I am TERRIFIED. I've worked in a grocery store for the past 12 years and I have a lot of mental hang-ups about feeling like I'm not cut out for anything else...so it helps to hear that you were going through a similar struggle when you transitioned from a waitress to your corporate job. I really admire how brave you are to pursue this KZbin thing and I'm grateful for your transparency about the process. Makes me feel a little less alone. ❤ ALSO, what lip product are you using in your narration scenes? I love that peachy color on you and want to try it out.

[@MikeLHunt916]

As a 13 Year Grocery store vet myself… congrats to you. Your gonna do just fine.

[@pabulumm]

Thank you, I appreciate it :) Seems like not many people stay in jobs for this long anymore, for better or worse. Hard to find people to relate to! @@MikeLHunt916

[@Miishii_59]

Best of luck to you. Hope you get the job!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

oh my god that's so exciting! you got this ❤ I used the brand ilia shade lullaby. sending you all the good vibes for your new chapter!

[@pabulumm]

@@Miishii_59 Thank you! Appreciate you :)

[@maddscientist3170]

TRUTH....."workin' 9>5"....that's what they want ...trolls....... Good for you to jump ship!!!

[@cynroles]

I want to thank you for being so open and honest about your experience. I know how vulnerable that can feel but its also so relatable. I worked for starbucks for just under 10 years while going to school and they consider 20 hours a week full time which gives you all the benefits including vacation hours, medical, and 401k match. They also give a wonderful sense of community. That could be a fun part time job for you because you meet so many interesting people. With that being said, I think its fun to watch your progress on this platform and if you’re comfortable with it, a fun video idea could be how much KZbin paid you the 1st year of monetizing your channel or something along those lines. I always find those videos eye opening. Anyway, thanks you for your content and being so damn relatable ❤

[@thelaundress11]

Also - this behind the scenes real look is the best- it’s exactly what I want to tune into. People wanna know what it takes to be a content creator. A lot of people want to be KZbinrs without realizing how much work it is and young kids feel entitled by that thinking it’s easy to be glamorous and live in a huge house without doing the work. I think blogs like this is what is going to elevate your channel. I feel like you’re really finding your stride as a content creator who isn’t just trying to be an influencer and sell people excessive consumerism junk from Amazon that we don’t need. Keep up the good work girl.

[@thelaundress11]

PUT THE NEW SHELF IN YHE BEDROOM! it would be nice above your head or something to put your phone/glasses/chapstick on to grab at night

[@joetsan1950]

Super interesting info and loved the very creative sponsorship piece! I always look forward to your content!

[@SherrylnSim]

Thanks Chelsea! I love your videos for your honesty and valuable insights.

[@tamnguyen-ou6es]

love your videos! has been fan for a while! may I ask about your story of getting a corp job starting from actor and waitor?? thanks!

[@LSChestersMom]

Great video and thank you! Alexis and you are my favs :) May I ask which mic you use? It is wonderful!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

She's the best!! I use the Lensgo 348C Lavalier mic ❤

[@LSChestersMom]

Thank you so much !@@ChelseaCallahan

[@strawberrymoon1906]

I follow Alexis Eldridge too!✨ Its such a nice surprise that you two are friends, and to see her pop up in a video of yours!❤

[@CentraalStationK]

Nice to see some things behind the scenes. I don't understand anything about open slots or what 401k means or any of the other US money stuff but it sounds stressful

[@hilsbeasley539]

You do work hard to get the videos out. It's appreciated! I've followed Alexis for a while as well, and it was both a surprise and lovely to see the two of you together! xx

[@maleneactive3867]

Hiii Chelsea - I really love youre Channel its inspiring me to work harder on my youtube so I can leave my 9-5 job I feel stuck in 😊😊 I have a small youtube Channel I hope to grow as you did so I hopefully too Can be my own boss in my 30’s🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

[@hunterandchavy]

Thank you for this video and giving me reassurance that KZbin is the right choice for change. I , myself, work as an advanced practice nurse in anesthesiology. Although my education and career has brought me some sense of pride and accomplishment..I feel like there is something more. This whole thing of working for a living and dedicating 40 years is not all that is supposed to be. I started KZbin to educate those who are in high level professions but feel stuck about their time, location, and financial freedom. Im in Massachusetts, so those that pursuing content creation on the side or full time… maybe we can all meet up one ☝️ day 😊

[@Joshuacrandley2679]

You seem a very down to earth individual. I hope the transition works out for you

[@ChelseaCallahan]

thank you ❤

[@jduggan4129]

Love that you shared some of the background of how things work. Love you. California Joanna

[@ShellyBomb]

P.S. Pretty skilled that you are doing two characters (you & your roommate 😅) ~ impressive!!! How are you doing this trickery?!? 🤩

[@SynergyASMR]

hi, my name is ki and im 21. i started my channel just a few days ago. i finally decided to go for it after 2+ years of just thinking about it. i post asmr videos, and even though the quality is not amazing right now, i really hope to be able to improve at it, as it is truly my passion. i honestly haven't expected anything to go anywhere on my channel, but the surprising amounts of comments and support is so comforting and sweet. videos like these encourage me to keep trying despite the feeling of not being good enough, so thank you!

[@lunabombay]

Hey there friend this was very informative thank you again and happy Friday 😁

[@dianalereverend7577]

command strips for hanging things :) renter friendly, no nails or hammers :)

[@suefitz2498]

Who knew your acting skills would be utilised for your sponsors, it works so well. You are the most honest person on KZbin I’ve ever met. Being self focussed is the only way to be, you are only responsible for you. You’ll relax into it and you’ll work out your own boundaries. This is such a new experience for you. I really hope you can find a part time job in an engagement position, one that showcases and develops all your natural community connection skills. You go girl you’re really smashing it ❤❤❤

[@Carlovymusicc]

Congratulations 🎉 🗽

[@livingwithbae]

Love this ❤🎉 I just started posting vlogs this year… on my 4th one with a few in the queue! I’d love if anyone would come say hi and watch a video ❤ just realistic typical work days, cute animals, and me :) Love the content Chelsea, appreciate the rawness and quirks in your personality. Your editing is smooth too! 🤟🏼

[@AnneLilley]

Oh my word you are one hard working creative lady. who knew there was so much involved in making 23 minutes and 37 seconds of content. I loved this video and am so impressed. Now... announcing you are uninsured while balancing precariously on the back of a couch made my heart jump. Although by this time you've missed the 60-day COBRA deadline and the deadline to enroll via the marketplace, you can still purchase private insurance. You may need to stop eating to afford it though. But seriously, perhaps there are plans available through a professional group or a union you could join. Maybe check with your agency and see if they can point you in that direction or can tell you how others they represent handle this. It may be beneficial to start an LLC for yourself and purchase it through that business instead of as an individual. Hopefully, you will find a solution. Until then don't stand on the couch! 🥰

[@OffTheCover]

I was like, when did she get a roommate? 😂

[@alexisarana7]

JAJAJAJAJAJAJA THE SPONSOR SEGMENT! GREAT WORK

[@ShellyBomb]

Chelsea ~ Love this "behind the scenes" video. I wonder if things are different in New York re working part-time and acquiring health insurance; in California - I believe you only have access to health insurance if you work full-time (?). However, don't take my word for it. Anyway, you are doing amazing in your full-time KZbin position 🥰‼️

[@Owlsonix]

You're killin it woman! 👏 I enjoy when you include Factor sponsorships in your videos. I love your energy! ✨️ I have uploaded 3 videos so far on my channel. I have creative ideas for more videos to come.

[@jessicamoonharris]

Loved this video I never normally would click on this sort of thing but watched right to the end! Also the water drop ad was so creative. I have a channel where I post about normal London life, 9-5 office routine and commuting! You inspired me to start my channel again after giving it up over 10 years ago! So glad I did so thank you 😊

[@ChelseaCallahan]

so exciting!! your channel looks so fun ❤omg where did you get your red glasses frames? they are so cute

[@jessicamoonharris]

@@ChelseaCallahan Aw thank you so much! they are from a brand i think based in London called Cubbitts! the frames are so thick but I do love them! :)

[@shawnsh]

hi Chelsea... just discovered your channel... gonna watch more of your videos (soothing and fluff free)... you got one more 👍 !! btw, what's the name of the song at 20:21 please?

[@ChelseaCallahan]

Welcome! It’s called You Go by Duckmaw

[@amyfaurote1488]

I have a KZbin channel. It's about getting my life together. I'm still sucking at that life together stuff. I haven't posted in a long time because I had a tragic experience in Oct 2023. Everything stopped and also went bonkers. Anyway, peace 🕊️

[@ChelseaCallahan]

❤

[@Lisbeth_a]

You’re the best. The energy, care and just drive you out into your channel is inspirational. Thank you for sharing this, for being so real. I definitely need to take that leap and maybe with those video, I can. ❤

[@_deyvis_]

I know right. Love reading comments like this while I’m watching ❤

[@nonFluencerNoWa]

Chelsea!! It took me 4 days to get to this video but your vlogs are the ones I look forward to the MOST. They are always ALWAYS!! so beautifully structured. I am glued to them from start to finish and nothing seems to be able to distract me away from them. ❤ I’m really grateful that you became a Content Creator so that all of us random people could be exposed to you rather than just the ppl confined to your orbit because you are so incredibly special. 1. TY for sharing this video. 2. I’m a tiny toddler YTer, posted my 1st vlog Oct ‘23, without real intentions on being a legit “vlogger” or “CC” but my husband encouraged it as a way for me to have an additional outlet and I’m happy he did because 3. A vlogger came across my ch and, for SOME reason, suggested I take a look at your ch. 4. So I did mostly because I wanted to honor her suggestion and not because I wanted to see another “Life-Alone, NYC” Vlog 😅 I really wasn’t interested in that any more honestly BUT THEN… you! I needed exactly YOU in my life. And I’ve been inspired to keep up my Vlogging journey as a way to explore myself further, to push my self into new territories, because of how inspiring you are. I’m 36yo and stopped being a fan-girl a long time ago, not even for celebs, but I’m totally fan-girling b.c your humanity shines through so brightly. I mean to say, your dimension and layers are always flawfully glowing. ❤ Anyway, Sanks, NoWa

[@hez5537]

I love your sponsor videos ! ...you feel like a friend I'm hanging out with and I love that about your content . Ps I agree about the government wanting us to stay 9-5 .....but another day 😂😂😂 ❤🎉

[@hez5537]

I also just got. Water drop starter set ....thanks for that ❤ ...you are the best

[@ChelseaCallahan]

ahh yay!! let me know what you think ❤️

[@hez5537]

@@ChelseaCallahan i for sure will !

[@janiceFLORIDA77]

You did a great job with your commercial for Waterdrops. You're very talented; I'm definitely influenced!! 🤩

[@Welovehorrormovies]

Yay! Good Morning ☀️ Chelsea! It's funny when I get off work, I put your vlogs on shuffle since your vibes are so good and welcoming! Gilmore girls is usually my go-to feel good night show but you are winning!! ❤❤❤

[@ChelseaCallahan]

that is the nicest thing ever!! thank you ❤

[@mboard42]

Really enjoying your channel. Normally I’d skip the sponsored but I really enjoyed your sketches.

[@thembelihledunjana]

Awesome video. Inspiring stuff❤ I love NY. Hope to meet you one day!

[@Teaally1913]

Chelsea, you are doing great. Hey, we all have highs and lows. You are in a great flow. Enjoy it…

[@_laurita]

I love that I found you channel! I actually quit my 9-5 so I can finish school and I have unlocked so much in me that I don't even recognize my old self. (Thank you therapy lol) Yes, I am 29 living with my parents, BUT I am about to finish my master's program and have applied for my Ph.D. I am so happy that I finally decided to fully focus on school but also the creatity in my. I do vlog, my videos are abut me being recently diagnosed with ADHD and going through Grad school. I also talk about the books I read because I stopped reading due to burnout.

[@Michele-kn9kv]

Hahah did you ask Anne Hathaway if you could sit on her perch? 🤣 😂 Chelsea, another authentic amazing vlog. Thank YOU for all the time you sacrifice to give us fantastic content. Your "roommate" is hilarious 😂 always love seeing her. Looking forward to your next vlog ❤

[@sunshinenyc007]

Omg you saw Alexis! I follow her too aww Chelsea you're doing so great ❤❤the apartment looks awesome 👌

[@maticlillee]

1:15 - the position of your scissors is intriguing ✂️ 😅

[@shyan963]

ok but the ad little skit ate🫶🏽

[@monicaadriannavlogs]

Love seeing these behind the scenes moments- and you are SO RIGHT about corporate jobs being risky now too. My company just did a huge restricting and a lot of friends of mine were laid off :( it's tough out there, so you're 100% right, if you have the opportunity to take the leap, do it!!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

I’m so sorry about your friends :( that is so scary!

[@resizedbite]

Hey Chelsea 👋 So happy for you on your apartment tour 👍🏼🙌🏼 Nice job! Please speak with your super and tell him to fix the balance for the fire escape Window, as it is a fire hazard for you. If you reported this to 311 the building would be fined. You pay rent, they need to fix this~ Best of luck. Keep pushing 💪 👌 you are doing great~

[@elizabethduggan8793]

Hi Chelsea…. You are breaking free from societal conditioning, we have it from the day we are born, now you are really seeing the person you are… fantastic go girl!!!! Xx❤

[@eatwithkaren]

I have 3 youtube channels (Eat With Karen, Karebear, and Karebear Tingles). I also work 2 jobs. It's hard to find time to balance youtube, my two jobs and also giving myself time to relax and chill. I do find working a lot does help me focus on my youtube channels. A year ago I quit my part - time and had felt less motivated to make videos. I started working again at my part-time job, I felt happier and more focused on making videos.

[@nilandax0]

i love that you and Alexis are friends! I watch her vlogs too. I love that both your guys' content are realistic about nyc life.

[@ChelseaCallahan]

she's the best!!

[@themellaedit8817]

I love following your channel and it has really encouraged me to invest into my own. I was made redundant and decided to take the leap into self-employment rather than going back to a corporate position. I totally understand what feeling terrified means, but your videos are always really encouraging, because they feel so real. ❤

[@EvaSvetnicova]

Hi sweet Chelsea, I have just feeling you are my close friend and I should say - I am sooo proud of you how brave and talented you are!!! 💪🤎🤎🤎Every episode you create is in higher and higher level and sooo inspiring! Your cutting skills, how you manage the apartment - I love the tones in brown shades (like my favourite coffee ☕☕which I am drinking more and more hehe, cause I am also night owl 😅person). I also burned myself in my last work - I just had feeling I learned everything and also the political circumstances... I took almost a year break for healing myself from "the old system", used my time and saved money 😅for travelling (to Japan with my friend, solo travelling to Croatia - Bosna and Hercegovina - Oman - Dubai... 😄), educating myself etc... I have my favourite channels on youtube who I support, I love your videos, you are my mentor 🥰, that this decision is the best! And as you said - if we fear much - everytime we can go back to "normal 9-5 job", but we probably won't seems less and less possible, I/we just can't waste my/our time anymore...😅. In this video I clearly found out how you have an actor skills - also as you said you were studying it? Lets see lets see where your path will continue, but it will be greeaaat for sure, it already is!!! 🥰I also loved your make up at the end, just glamourous! 🤩 Last thing I wanted to say - yes, say please more about the "old system" which does not let us easily go from it, as you have mentioned... I feel the same, maybe it will be encouranging and will be "eyes opening" for many from us, your point of view... 😎 Sending the warmest hi from the Czech Republic, Prague!😍Take care and be as authentic and great as you are!!! Biggest thanks for you! 💪🤎🤎🤎

[@wessnina]

you’re kinda like my emma chamberlain

[@xmoebabyx]

Love how creative you are with your ads! Seriously - the only ads I don't skip LOL. Thank you for sharing your content with us - it's really refreshing! Anywho - I'm nervous to start a youtube channel, I fear that my content won't be helpful or worthwhile. For now I'm on the ~clock app~ as @froulmate and I talk a lot about my grief journey since losing my best friend last year, but also things that I enjoy like running and all that jazz. A regular girly pop who also happens to carry a suitcase full of grief and a ghost wherever she goes, lol.

[@Grimtide17]

SLAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY - My cozy place is this YT channel xoxoxo

[@ChelseaCallahan]

🥹😭❤

[@ShellyBomb]

OMG ~ YES - Mad Men 🗽 !!!

[@susangladstone357]

Hey gal - love your Powell’s Books sticker ;)

[@Brimmy21]

tbf i have zero interest in the behind the scenes stuff BUT i'm here for the content because i love the shit out of u ur content is easy and fun and if anything i absorb will be remembered for later for myself then i know i'll come right back to ur channel to rewatch and maybe get a bit more info from it ❤

[@isismarienn]

Chelsea this is such a motivating video! and its really like if it was made specifically made for me its crazy! I'm still in the process of figuring out my niche and my community in youtube :D Thanks for your hard work because it really gets to our hearts.

[@tonib3139]

I really liked this video and getting to know you better. Do some more like this!

[@turnedar]

My boyfriend is in one of the famous film schools but he can not do what you do on your KZbin channel 😂

[@ChelseaCallahan]

omg hahaha that's such a cool education though!

[@Elissaxoxo]

You got this girly ❤I believe in you and love watching your funny sense of humor. You’re doing a great job at life 🌹✨

[@mgtravel1]

You have come so far…nice to watch you grow. Stop self-deprecation, you look FAB wearing confidence Chelsea;) and look where your courage + confidence got you. 88K+ almost at 100K:)

[@meghanadontireddy6002]

OMG is that ALEXIS ELDREDGE I see in the first minute? ❤ Love the sponsorships btw!

[@jasminebozz]

Omg I’m so early 🤓 hi! your place looks cozy and gr8!

[@ruebennomura9143]

I agree you quit on your full time job I will respect it I am glad you are a good KZbinr you make good contact

[@CoffeeandDonuts0001]

Hi Chelsea! Your apartment is SO beautiful! You did such a fabulous job on the design. You deserve it; you’ve worked so hard ❤

[@paulasulmasy7247]

Good for you Chelsea! Sometimes you don’t know what’s going to happen until you actually do it. You make decisions as you go. Good luck!😊

[@julietchu7008]

Roll your 401k into an IRA using Vanguard or Fidelity. Invest in low cost index funds. Open a Roth IRA and max it out each year. Your 65 year old self will thank you! 💰

[@CarolJoyable]

Absolutely excellent advise. My 66 year old self agrees!

[@ChelseaCallahan]

thank you!

[@KateMoranHere]

I liked this video. I find you so relatable. Many of the self-doubts you mentioned are ones I've had (still sometimes have). I work part-time and specifically 30 hours a week so that I qualify for benefits. Even though I'm 50, I sometimes feel like I'm a millennial at heart. I've always thought about work/life balance, why we have to put in this random 40 hours a week, which usually creeps up closer to 50 hours, why quality health insurance doesn't exist outside of corporate jobs, etc., etc., etc. And for many years none of my peers were expressing these thoughts. They'd work all day and then come home and work more on their laptops. They'd work on the weekends, and not use all their vacation days and I'd be like "what is h*ll is wrong with you?!?! Why are you giving your company 80 hours a week!?!?!" It just seemed insane to me. Some of them are now starting to express those feelings and I think the younger generations have brought that conversation more to the forefront. Good luck to you. If you're comfortable, I'd love to hear more about how you manage your finances (and hopefully save some money) as a self-employed content creator. Hopefully that tax prep company you're working with is providing you with some insights you can start applying in 2024. I definitely notice you get a lot of takeout. No judgement, but I know that sh*t adds up fast! I say this as someone who is getting soooooo sick of cooking at home to save money. Lastly, your sponsor videos are so fun and creative!

[@joyyboyy1]

Love your rambling vlogs on life. I have dabbled in making youtube videos about triathlon training and traveling! It's hard to think I could go from 50 subscribers to as many as you one day. Like I don't have as much to say as other creators. I admire you broadening your videos ❤

[@ChelseaCallahan]

omg you do triathalons!? that's incredible❤

[@jahmellesherman8224]

Hi! I’m so happy for you and coming from someone who left corporate America 6 months ago, it was the BEST thing for my mental health! ❤

[@bigk5203]

Another awesome sponsor spot! Great job! They should pay you extra. Also a very intriguing video. I kinda like the behind the scenes thing. Makes you more human.

[@wednesday55]

Command strips for the "straight up concrete" wall in your kitchen. It's totally doable -- even for something heavy.

[@StevieGriffinVlog]

I felt so seen when you talked about feeling guilty for being a coach potato instead of working. I work as a full-time teacher, part time content creator and I feel like if I sit and watch tv i’m failing myself. My channel is 200 hours away from being monetized so i’m in overdrive to get those videos out. My channel is about a plus sized girly living a balanced life style while losing weight. No fad diets and no weight loss drugs. I keep it super real for people to feel not so alone. I’ve followed you for a few year and my wife and I love your vlogs ❤

[@ck2d]

Sorry Chels - I love your roommate - hope to see her again soon 😉

[@ChelseaCallahan]

oh she'll be back 😎

[@MandyBarry]

Hi! 😊 super small KZbinr here- really goin for it. I started my channel years ago and even though it hasn’t been smooth sailing, I always knew it would be a forever thing. KZbin is my baby. It’s taken me years to really step into myself and believe enough in myself to not only create but continue to create in between seasons of so much discouragement, but I choose to keep creating because I know that this time and space of long form content is precious - anyway, I’m a singer by trade and didn’t think I could continue to have singing content and also lifestyle content or say the words digital creator out loud because… you know, imposter syndrome. 🤓 thanks for letting us introduce ourselves and channels within your community Chelsea, I think it’s a beautiful thing. One of the things I truly love about you is that you are not a gate keeper, I have always said that if I was able to build a strong community I would never gate keep and I gravitate toward authentic and honest and incredibly relatable people like yourself. One thing I always say is that not everyone is lucky or privileged enough to have their passion also be their profession, and there’s a lot that comes with that…but if it’s in you, it’s in you, it’s who you are, and why should we feel any kind of hesitation or shame because of it. Thank you for this video. Not only is this the best overall ‘behind the curtain’ video but it’s also so validating to those of us who quietly share the same grind, have the same late nights, spin all of the plates over our head with see arch, logistics, writing, shooting, editing, thumbnailing, and then lather rinse repeat - digging down and digging in to keep going when it gets tough, hanging on to hop to find a true gem of a community. ❤️❤️❤️ ps- I found you and Alexis totally separately but around the same time (thank you, youtube algorithm) and I love to be able to see your faces in the same video☺️

[@letakennedy]

Hi Chelsea! I really enjoy the ‘behind the scenes’ aspect of your video. I think it was really interesting to see everything that is part of your creative process. Please also know how fortunate you are to have found your ‘passion’. I’m still looking for mine, which I must say is half of the fun. You are amazing in your endeavour to follow your dreams. I hope you have the most incredible weekend 😀

[@ChelseaCallahan]

thanks for watching! so grateful every day ❤ you're right, it should be fun to find what you love to do! no matter how long it takes. have a great weekend too xx

[@viviagudelo]

I found your channel last year because I was needing content from 30s something and I immediately loved yours, and it is fair to say that you inspired me to create my own but in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Love your videos, hopefully we can meet some day ❤

[@lesshustlemorecoffee]

I’ve been watching your journey and haven’t missed a video in quite some time. I’m excited for you and so glad that you and Alexis became friends. Both of you showed up in my home feed after I watched the guy that shows apartments in New York. lol I love vlogs from various areas. So mine is Less Hustle More Coffee. I have 400 subs currently. Mine is a weekly vlog from Nashville area, bringing our life - every Saturday at 7:00 CST. My vlog has recently gained some traction. No niche but will focus as a retirement vlog when I retire in December so I can have a niche! Lots of things I could say but maybe one day we can chat about it more. I’m intrigued with the microphone you bought and so did Alexis - it really is good and clear. Do you mind sharing? :-) Thanks for keeping us entertained.

[@fromsarahjolie]

I loved this video so much! I quit my corporate job last year for 6 months to pursue my dreams and it was the best thing I've ever done for myself. Best of luck to you on your journey Chelsea!! ❤

[@FedericaFalchi]

Been planning to move to New York since 2014, thanks for your insightful videos ❤