Exposing the income streams that made me $600K+ last year

[@boldblondfro]

Shoutout to you for actually explain corp vs personal tax and salary vs dividend income! I’ve never seen another influencer talk about that and it’s so important for growing creators to learn about!

[@Dgnmuse]

Yes and be aware that sometimes depending on structure is you can't pay out in dividends

[@Patti_Creates]

Might be the best video I’ve seen about creator income. Thanks for keeping it real! Fantastic video.

[@Hairlosstreatment7]

3 things that helped me and literally changed my life 1. I stopped watching porn 2. I read the book called 'The Comic Guide to Financial Bombs' 3. Stop drinking

[@alemjapaur1332]

I find this magic

[@cynthiaacademy]

This is a great video! The ending exceeded my expectations. Thank you for sharing your financial income, expenses and fears with us. This is the most realistic and genuine content creator finance I have ever seen. More success in 2025!

[@MollyKeyser]

Ok the ending was 100/10 👏👏👏 I get the comment all the time “if you make so much money then why do you live in a small house and drive a used car.” Because I value retirement and travel > luxury items. Obviously people can spend it however they want but owning flashy things doesn’t always mean you’re rich, sometimes it means you’re cash poor 😬

[@nonnibiscotti]

Fantastic video, Katie! As a grandmother, I will say your perspective will change as you age and therefore your content will change. You're wired to keep up with the changes. You got this! 🥰

[@nayelyvela]

I just want you to know this video helped me so much in understanding the business side and money of content creating and now I want to learn so much more. Thank you so much for the transparency!!!!

[@TheHicksonDiaries]

Hi there. Thank you so much for putting this video out. I’ve been thinking about turning my channel into a business and had SOOOO many questions about the business side of it. I haven’t seen anyone else go into so much detail before. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! 🙏

[@user-tm2ob2pz2h]

I cried when you said “I will never regret spending money in memories” cause I’m the same! I can have a better car, but I have an old car and 16 countries in my travel list I have been! I’m so proud of!

[@DrQuindelJones]

Love love loveddddd this video! I’m a mathematician so I love numerical breakdowns like this (I work in medicine though - not finance) This was incredibly informative as someone just now getting brand deals and having to consider things like LLCs, different taxes, and streams of income for the first time ever! Congratulations on all your success and all your tips over the years I’ve been subbed for >2 years now and you’re def top 2 not 2 in the social media marketing niche 🎉

[@Sally_ale]

This was such an inspiring and eye-opening breakdown! Everything was so well-organized, explained simply yet efficiently, and incredibly relatable. I really appreciate your honesty and transparency-thank you for being yourself and sharing the real numbers. Financial education like this is so valuable, especially for content creators and small business owners trying to navigate this space. Definitely learned a lot from this, and I appreciate the effort you put into making it so clear. Keep up the amazing work! 🙌🔥

[@soniaalvarado5372]

You’re doing work that makes you happy, you own your own business and you’re able to live well. I’m so impressed by your success. Great video and life advice too. Thank you.

[@katie]

thank you!! I'm grateful ❤️ thanks for watching!

[@VulumBeauty]

Lifestyle Inflation!!!! What intelligent language. I hope some Canadian teachers take your videos and show them to teenagers. Hello from a fellow Canadian; I would like to thank you for your content. I am learning so much as we are launching our business from Thailand and your videos are helping guide our way😊

[@LoveOnstage]

Newbie here. WOW, my level of impressed with the wisdom you drop in the last 10min or so👀🙋🏽‍♀️SO young and SOOOOO wise. LOVE your take on success. Taking notes, Huge THANKS 🙏🏾🤩

[@thecutiefoo]

Ridiculously helpful and I will also be checking out Creatorly because you ROCK for paying your peeps what they deserve! Thank you for being so candide-so many people just flash the revenue but this breakdown was ground breaking 😉

[@christianpolytechnique7404]

Hi from Montreal,QC. For now I am a part time KZbinr. Enjoyed your breakdown of expenses & profits.

[@globetrottinggang]

Wow, wow and wow! This is the best video I’ve seen in a long time. So clear, easy to comprehend and visuals are simple, yet perfect. And I just learned you’re Canadian too,🇨🇦 yay! One question I have is: how did you decide on how to go about managing your content creation business this way? Do you have a background in business management or finance? You make it seem so easy. Congratulations and thanks for sharing. Will definitely be watching more of your content. 🥰

[@crescentmoonhomeschool]

I appreciate all this helpful info on money as a new business owner and fellow 🇨🇦. Thank you!! Also I love the ending and how simple you live. GOALS!!!🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@FatimaGerman-g2r]

You young ones are a blessing! Sharing excellent advice and spelling it out so that even a 54 y/o “analog girl” can easily understand. I am going to get in the game , and I have you and other lovely young women like you out here sharing knowledge and showing the way. ❤

[@shannoncrider6014]

Wow! This was great! Thanks so much! How fortunate that you are able to keep your accounting/bookkeeping costs down. That was one of the highest expenses I had in my previous small business. Cheers!

[@melaniehoskin.author]

We really are getting ripped off as business owners in UK - our dividend tax is considerably more. Corporation tax is around 20-25% depending on profit level, the dividends are around 40%.

[@Loulouluxury]

really great video! I am a new you tuber focused on fashion for ladies forty years and up. I realized it's so fun--- and that's the part I care about!

[@Michaelindefinitely]

I love this honest approach to what it's really like to be a content creator and found it very educational -- I feel a lot more literate in finance, who knew? tysm 🤩

[@nomoreDietCoke]

Not sure how I stumbled across your video but I did and it was great!! Very insightful content on how LLCs work, I have one myself (I’m in the medical profession). I think you’re going about it in all the right ways! It’s so easy to upscale your lifestyle when you start making tonnes of money but the smart thing to do is what you’re doing. Life is so short and at the end of the day, material stuff is just stuff, and we can’t take it with us when we continue on our journey. Memories and experiences stay forever! I hope you get to do what you love for many years to come!! Cheers!!!

[@NieshhB]

This is an excellent video. Very informative and it helps us to understand the breakdown of income after all other expenses are paid. I’m praying this income comes to me in my journey to content creation. Thank you!!💐💐💐

[@RealRebeccaDavi]

I absolutely LOVE your transparency! Keep shining and achieving greatness, darling! You've got so much success ahead of you! ✨

[@Purvisvarietyoflife]

I ❤️ how relatable your video is for so many of us working on navigating the social media space.. I think it is very important to know what you value so you don't get caught up in comparison mode when it's not even what you want.. I'm new to your channel and appreciate the detailed break down

[@vin103]

love this. as a small biz / agency owner myself and creative - you've inspired a new content theme for me too! Cheers from YVR Katie ;) please keep sharing this format!

[@ZoëDevos-g3r]

Fantastic video! Please I have incurred so much losses trading Forex on my own.... I trade well on demo but I think the real market is manipulated.... Can anyone help me out or at least tell me what I'm doing wrong??

[@FilippaPoulsen-p2s]

Same here, my portfolio has been going down the drain while I try trading,I just don't know what I do wrong..

[@ClaraHansen-v4r]

Investing with an expert is the best strategy for beginners and busy investors, as most failures and losses in investment usually happen when you invest without proper guidance. I'm speaking from experience

[@DylanDeSmedt]

think I'm blessed if not I wouldn't have met someone who is as spectacular as expert Mr Pierre.. Highly recommended

[@OutiMäkelä-n8k]

I'm also a huge beneficiary of him.. I thought myself and my family were the only ones enjoying Mr Pierre trade benefits

[@დარეჯაცერცვაძე]

Though I started with as low as $15,000 actually because it was my first time and it was successful, he's a great personality in the state

[@LaeCheri]

I really enjoyed this video Katie. Thanks for breaking it all down! ❤congratulations on your success!

[@beccasocial]

This has been so helpful! Thank you for making this. I’m based in the uk and going self employed starting next week so trying to get a proper idea of how to break down my future finances

[@PowerGurhl]

Thank you Katie! This is awesome. I know that a lot goes into having a business and it’s not just taking money home. This was a great break down 😊

[@Cendan-i4h]

I Hit $32,590 today. Thank you for all the knowledge and nuggets you had thrown my way over the last month.i started with 5k in last week 2025..... now i just hit $32,590

[@GordosJordan]

How did you manage to achieve that level of growth? I've been trying everything I can to improve my investments, I want to retire in a few years and I need a better diversification

[@Cendan-i4h]

One of the most well-known people in her field is my CFA, Melanie Lasser.. I suggest looking into her qualifications in more detail. With her extensive knowledge, she is a great help to anyone trying to understand the financial market.Investment

[@DruryPeters]

Ms Melanie Lasser trading is the best way of making money in the market due to lack of experience which resulted in loosing funds.But miss Melanie Lasser, restored hope shes a good woman

[@Terazoo]

She is my family's personal Broker and also a personal Broker to many families in the Canada , she is a licensed broker and a FINRA AGENT in the United States.

[@Aramanty]

She is really a good investment advisor. I was privileged to attend some of her seminars. That is how I started my crypto and stock investment with her

[@ezcpa]

Katie, this is such an incredibly refreshing take on creator finances! 🙌 So many people focus on revenue without considering expenses, taxes, and what actually stays in their pocket. Your breakdown of revenue, expenses, and dividends vs. salary is so valuable, especially for Canadian creators navigating business finances. As a CPA working with Canadian entrepreneurs and creators, I love seeing more transparency around the real numbers behind running a content business. 🔥 One thing I’d add for creators: if you’re earning over $30K annually from brand deals, AdSense, or other business income, don’t forget about GST/HST registration! The CRA considers you a business, meaning you might need to charge and remit sales tax. The upside? You can also claim back GST/HST on business expenses, which can save you thousands. So many creators don’t realize this until tax time - definitely something to keep in mind as your income grows! More of this kind of transparency, please! 🙌

[@crescentmoonhomeschool]

Hey, thanks for all this advice. Just followed you on IG to learn more. I’m a 🇨🇦 small business owner and want to learn more about finance from someone who understands the online space.

[@ezcpa]

@ thanks for following!

[@thedirtonemily]

Thank you so much for the transparency! It's also very refreshing learn about how you're being responsible and thinking about the future.

[@stephkov]

Very smart! Thanks for breaking it all down and touching on the importance of saving as well. This is an actual informative full breakdown rather than just bragging about revenue. The big flashy number haha 😅. I know I need to get a lot better at tracking every thing, especially as I continue to grow in my own freelance business

[@magalylamadrid1573]

I haven't seen your videos in awhile and so happy you popped up. Your videos are always very valuable. Thank you!

[@emjmaguire4162]

Fantastic transparent and honest video - so refreshing to see - but my favourite part was the sharing your profits by way of a truly ethical employment strategy - BRAVO - this is the way we change the world for the better! 🎉❤Xx

[@jodiewillmer]

Love this video, thank you Katie for sharing behind the scenes of your biz and personal finances. I totally agree with spending on things that are important to you like travel and living simply. I share the same approach as a business owner of 11 years.

[@Brokenspiness]

Hi Katie, thank you for sharing this video and breaking down the information! That’s why you’re one of my favorite KZbinrs ❤

[@KimWihakArt]

Thanks for this video! You see soooo many videos of what people “make” as a content creator, but this gives a huge reality check. Love the transparency, and yay you for your success-you work hard for it. 😊

[@lisagrace6471]

I know. This might be the most honest one and also honest as a business owner in general.

[@VictoriaColemanArt]

Thank you so much for sharing your business details with us, I’m amazed at the amount your company makes, the reality of expenses versus income is very grounding. You are an extremely sensible young woman and you make a wonderful role model! I wish you continued success! 🎉👏👏

[@QrooSpanish]

Great video. Thanks for breaking it all down. I have been debating whether to hire full time employees or just contract out work as needed.

[@ericEsilva]

What a great video and well said! Really enjoyed this side of content creators. I'm really interested how you go about organizing all the things throughout the year for taxes (quick books, excel etc...). Would love to see that and again great information!

[@CactusLadyCreation]

I LOVE how visual this video is! So informative and helpful. THANKYOU You are AMAZING! 🖤

[@theemilytan]

props for this real talk 🙌 it's easy to get carried away with unicorn dreams as a content creator and this video is helpful in balancing optimistic ambitions with a peep-the-realistic-money-process.

[@kyeonwashere]

Katie, you really are top tier when it comes down to showing behind the scenes of what it takes to run a business and be successful on KZbin. I have never seen any other KZbinr do it the way you do! The transparency is much appreciated.

[@E_stef]

Somehow this video came through and glad it did! I like your vibes and I think you have the right mindset 🎉 The wealthy don't become wealthy by overspending, they get there by making responsible financial decisions.

[@growwell8872]

Excellent video! You may change more lives with this one video than all your others combined-so simple, so basic-NEEDS to be heard! Thank you

[@leachar-videoeditor]

I love this! Very detailed and transparency.. You are good example to a creator like me who just started a YT Channel...❤ I am video editor too! 🎉 I love your contents.

[@scpt2]

Thank you for recommending kathleen morman financials on one of your videos. I reached out to her and investing with her has been amazing.

[@Santiago-t6l5o]

Wow, congratulations on your impressive investment success! Your discipline and focus on delayed gratification is truly inspiring. I'm curious, what are some of the key factors that you consider when making investment decisions? Do you have any tips for those of us who are just starting to dip our toes into the world of investing? Thanks for sharing your story!

[@Mary-u8q1s]

Do you mind sharing info on the adviser who assisted you? I'm 39 now and would love to grow my portfolio and plan my retirement

[@scpt2]

She's KATHLEEN MORMAN FINANCIALS .

[@aphidetjaon6703]

she's a known advisor. I actually did look her up curiously and went through her credentials on her webbsite... Top-notch! I wrote her an email, hopefully she's accepting new intakes.

[@Filipediincredible]

Kathleen morman is a very popular professional trader, I know a lot of people who have worked with her

[@Miinafest]

Katie, thank you for your transparency. It’s sooo refreshing to see creators with realistic mindsets towards money. Love this, congrats!!

[@aminamoustafa7881]

Loved the pie charts and financial breakdown! Thank you for the transparency and authenticity. 🙌🏽

[@pavan2025usa]

Katie that was very informative step by step breakdown of your INCOME statement - VALUABLE tips for a 60 yo new KZbin creator, like me. I have been following your videos for the past 3 years now, this vlog is one of my top favorites of many other great vlogs, that you have shared thus far - Being authentically transparent is deeply appreciated. Wishing you great success. God Bless 🙏💖

[@donnalannerd320]

Best explanation of the whole revenue down to income with a business plus great life experience advice. Love how you broke down all the expenses. Sometimes we forget about all of those.

[@PlowAndPantryHomestead]

Thanks for this! I loved hearing all the details and though processes and your whys and hows.

[@SteveDOES]

Great video Katie! I love seeing all these behind the scenes numbers.

[@katie]

thanks Steve!

[@katyb3869]

That was so good and I really appreciate the transparency and such a detailed breakdown. Can you recommend any resources that were the most helpful for your on your journey?

[@andiemechelleyt]

this was THE best breakdown of creator business and personal income i’ve seen to date! i’m in the process of building a channel and it gives me a good framework for what to do with the money and how to think about it. i also am in the process of starting an agency that helps creators turn their content into digital products, i will send you an email about that and would love to work with you! i know you mentioned wanting to increase that revenue stream in the coming year. 🎉

[@jessicalee4829]

This was such an easy and thorough explanation, thank you! Question regarding the trip expenses. I know only a portion of the trip was considered a business expense, but how was the trip funded initially? From personal and then a portion paid back from the corporation?

[@katie]

I usually pay for my travel entirely on my business credit card! but then, if the trip was half work/half personal for example, I would count 50% of the expenses as a business expense, and the other 50% as a dividend payment to myself!

[@jessicalee4829]

@ makes sense!

[@TruTheCreator]

Such a thorough, informative video without any fluff. I also feel a bit better about my subscriptions expense 😂 thank you for your transparency!

[@Julia-Verdugo]

I am crying over here!! You are an absolute delight and inspiration! 55-Year-old here just started getting started! Me not realizing how it does take a team to assist with the magic! Your philosophy, outlook and message are contagious!

[@MiekaMoments]

Love this breakdown with the visuals. Makes it so easy to digest! I appreciate you for not giving all fluff!😊

[@itsclaraiglesias]

This was so informative and it shows you what's really possible on social media. Looking forward to hearing how the agency does this year. I'm building my own agency in a similar niche but my offer is completely different so it will be super interesting to hear how you get on. Congrats on everything you have achieved so far!

[@mariop9462]

Have you made a video on how to get brand deals and/or affiliate deals yet? Thank you!!

[@dakotadurfee23]

Hey I love your stuff. I am wanting to start as a beginner but I have no idea where to start. I don’t know what to make videos of. I have lots of ideas but am worried I will have to big of a spread of topics.

[@falonshanti]

This video was extremely refreshing. I was always curious what the profit was for some people/businesses. Especially the ones who quote their revenue all the time but not their profit...

[@Hyderaliv87]

Awesome! This video is really fantastic. Explaining everything in detailed manner. Kudos to you!

[@MyOnly-w9m]

Thank you Lord Jesus for the gift of life and blessings to me and my family $14,120.47 weekly profit Our lord Jesus have lifted up my Life!!!🙏❤️❤️

[@MyOnly-w9m]

Sure, the investment-advisor that guides me is..

[@MyOnly-w9m]

Mrs Kathy lien

[@parkereric6397]

Her services is the best, I got a brand new Lambo last week and paid off my mortgage loan thanks to her wonderful services!

[@sarahmark7682]

😱Sounds familiar, I have heard her name on several occasions.. and both her success stories in the wall Street journal!

[@freddiearthur2151]

Same, I met Kathy lien last year for the first time at a conference in Wilshire, after then my Life has changed for good.God bless Kathy lien

[@MarisaEats]

I love this so much. Everything you said about your income and how you manage it is exactly how I want to be with growing my small business. So inspirational

[@camille5910]

😊This is why I subscribe to your channel. Thank you for being open, honest, and realistic. Thank you for giving us useful business educational content! Keep up the good work!

[@rubigomez15]

Hi! Im new here, this video randomly popped up in my feed and im really glad it did. Although im not sure content creating is for me your explanation were amazing and transparency is refreshing. I watched all the way to the end heard your very inspiring mentality. Thanks you, Your latest subscriber.

[@StephanieKase]

Katie, I LOVE the format of this video!!!! Soooo fun and has me so inspired! I have loved working with team Creatorly the past few months on video edits, you guys are AMAZING! ❤

[@katie]

thank you Stephanie!! we love editing for you!! 🫶🏻

[@ErucaSocial]

Thank you! Love your content! I've been a social media manager for businesses in the past as well as my own business on the side. Now full time with my own business 🙌🏼

[@kelseyschwertner]

Not sure how often I have commented on your channel but I just have to say I LOVE your videos!

[@johngates]

Your channel is such a golden nugget! Thanks for sharing all that. Curious though, how many hours have you put into each of those, approximately? Seeing you being able to travel, while still breaking incredible milestones like that make me hopeful 🙌🏻

[@jesscasually]

I loved this video SO much Katie! Financial flow explained clearly, and your mindset around Creatorly + saving for your future is totally inspiring. Wishing you even more outrageous success in 2025 and beyond girl!

[@katie]

thank you so much Jessica!! ❤️

[@LiveLifeLori]

Smart plan to invest mostly in ETFs - even better is to find dividend producing ETFS, then have them drip until you're ready to retire, and you'll have 10k more a month to live off of. Great plan! Nice that you're Canadian too, first time I'm seeing your channel.

[@RiqWai]

i like how you mentioned avoiding LIFESTYLE INFLATION! it's been refreshing to see how you've stayed true to yourself and remain grounded throughout this whole process

[@iamanamikad]

Thank you, Katie again for being so transparent about your incomes and expenses.

[@wanderlustgrace]

Amen, sis! Success and wealth = FREEDOM

[@TheTwirlingPrincess]

Love this video and your content 🥂I’m a fempreneur myself, having an LLC as well. I’m working on growing my products (digital, tangible) and have secured some nice brand deals, that I need to capitalize on with content creation consistency. Thanks so much!

[@amyk3020]

Thank you and I love your channel. The transparency is amazing. You did a great job.

[@Kimmycycles]

Excellent! It is easy to get caught up appearing a certain way. I value experiences & travel much more than things

[@leiacaston1531]

This video was amazing. Would love to see a video on how you declare dividends

[@KhmerSelbokor]

Thank you for being transparent. You are RARE. You’re truly helping us small businesses out here and those of us who are too afraid to take a leap. Too many creators make videos on “ this is how much I make! And this is how you can too!!!” Never breaking down the reality and behind the curtains expenses! Thank YOU!👏🏼

[@lisagrace6471]

Good job on you- seriously- for taking the long view on income and lifestylr inflation. You can live comfortably, but build a nice little safety nest egg and build responsibily and sustainably and give yourself more pivot options if you need in the future. I think it's hard to do, especially as a solo preneur so amazing- mad props. Thank you for the sharing and transparency. 😊

[@TruthLoveConnection]

I really appreciate your clarity and support. Thank you from all of us diving in!

[@agathasjourney]

Thank you so much for this video🙏! I've been subscribed to your channel for quite some time and your videos are always interesting but this one takes the cake! This is extremely valuable info as you've explained in a very approachable way, easy to understand, now it's up to us to dig more if we want. As an entrepreneur who is growing a business and content creation simultaneously (in Japan 🇯🇵 ) I'm so happy to have this ressource. Lastly I'm a volunteer for a women's non-profit, we are supporting each other in growing our careers I'm sharing this ressource with them because finance can be extremely daunting and I'm sure it will clear up some shadowy parts for them! Would love to see more videos of this bts insights of your businesses 👍🙂

[@Fruitful_finance]

As a Chartered Accountant (CPA) I loved this video 🧡 such great transparency, explanations and priorities.

[@aliwatsonmediallc]

Great video! Love seeing the bts of other people’s businesses as creators. Very wise advice at the end

[@CozyBudgetDiary]

Love love love this! ❤ Thank you for sharing

[@ellouna]

As someone who is a visual learner, I do greatly appreciate the effort went to create those funky flowcharts! ❤

[@loriwilliamson8040]

Absolutely loved this video with the insight to reality!

[@PandoraEast]

love your transparency! Great idea about paying in dividends!

[@sonjaskygatlin]

KATIE!!! I absolutely adore you and your work. Over the years I've seen grow and be consistent. This video really touched me as I'm just starting out with my business. It can seem so scary when no one around you has done it. See your explanation helps. THANK YOU! I hope you. never have to stop. Wishing you many more years of success.

[@etashawolfe5854]

This was very helpful, thank you for sharing!

[@HELENAMNR.]

Love maths, therefore was enjoying every minute of it. Very well explained, and what you pay yourself makes complete sense. Good to see responsible decisions like this out there. 😊

[@stephandden]

Great video and breakdown Katie! 😊

[@ABeautifulUncuratedLife]

Appreciate the breakdown of your net profit. This video is so helpful to get a true sense of the numbers break down.