I got a real job

Alexa, where did it all go wrong?
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[@jennapatrick1704]

It’s really inspiring to watch you bounce back and grow from a situation that I’m sure a lot of creators loose sleep over all the time. Even though I came for the reptiles I’ll be sticking around for more videos like this.

[@aaronstone7312]

Me too!

[@myapeterson9396]

Me too!

[@spaceman4782]

My absolute favorite thing about Alex!!! He's an inspiration to us all!

[@danielventura8118]

L

[@indyproductions7658]

Hell Yeahh same here! I’m sure a lot more too! Keep doin you motivating people to shine there light and live there dreams or even have the guts to fail and continue 💯✊🏾

[@psixi2668]

Honestly love this, it's weird but the vibe is almost as though you're taking a break and resting, which is hilarious since you literally just got a job but also I genuinely hope this does well for you. Crazy hearing you talk about the difference in work environment, I never thought about how being a youtuber would feel so pressured

[@GoHerping]

honestly I feel like I'm on vacation

[@joannacardoso1115]

@@GoHerping we love that for you

[@TC-ry1jw]

@@GoHerping Oh hello Mr. Algorithm, I heard you love to feast on content interaction so I got a fresh comment reply right here for you. Mmmmm, delicious!

[@ivy4104]

omg this is so relatable, I switched from a manager with lots of responsibility to a "cog in the machine" job and the weight that lifted, the space I have in my freetime and simply my brain cause Im not constantly occupied with whats going on at work, it's indescribable Wish you all the best!

[@laurajm3694]

Same! I went from being a small business owner to working for a large corporation as just a worker bee (you’d like me for a Managment position? No thank you!). I have less control, of course, but I’m making almost twice the amount of money with less overall stress.

[@rosarythug]

that bit about the supportive work environment i really feel! i recently moved and while my last job was also great, i was a manager for the better part of 5 years in a place with no real corporate structure. my new job every manager and colleague is so kind and even after having a medical emergency and having to take a week off and whf for another week it was very weird but also touching when i went back in and the management was asking if i needed more accommodations and if i was feeling ok. it was so refreshing. it really is nice to have a team that really feels like a team instead of just one dude managing a group of monkeys. anyways i’m glad to see you take things in stride and i’m interested to see how you continue to adapt and bring us along!

[@qwlnskay]

every time i tune into your channel again youre always doing something wildly different

[@GoHerping]

i get bored very easily lol

[@dexoid8520]

@@GoHerping try to go herping at the amazon warehouse.

[@cyberswarm9227]

@@GoHerping go herping for herpes

[@itspwebs5158]

Its nice to see you passionate about videos again I cannot wait to see how it goes from here even if it's just delivery driving and talking

[@maddoxprimeaux3565]

I could see pov: Amazon delivery driver becoming big on yt

[@itspwebs5158]

@@maddoxprimeaux3565 honestly this next chapter of this channel is so exciting

[@TracyWilliams-ge6xg]

Same here

[@erintraicene7422]

Agree. I’m game for Alex Whatever . Just don’t want him to disappear!

[@zofts]

I’m actually happy for you! You are finaly resting from this burn out. I will keep watching you, and I appreciate the honnesty because there are hundreds of hundreds of content creators that aill really apreciate this type of content.

[@GoHerping]

i can feel the rest working!

[@lauraelliott8668]

Here you are, initially making videos of opening a bunch of boxes and now you're the one delivering them. You've come full circle.

[@Absolutely-Maybe]

Considering I love your work and life blogs the most, keep these videos coming (IMO). I always liked the aspect of watching someone do something new, which is in a lot of your videos so these fit right in. Will you be sticking with Amazon for now?

[@GoHerping]

will do! Yeah I'll keep it going until I get bored. So for anywhere from a couple days to a couple years.

[@rat_bat]

I quit a high paying, high demand job for a lower paying job. After 6 months, I can say the pay cut is 100% worth it for my mental health and overall happiness.

[@dancingoctopus9888]

Im a small business owner. The way you talk about enjoying just being a cog in the machine is so relatable. I day dream about working in supermarkets when I drive past them sometimes.

[@nottoxic5455]

I've not been actively watching your stuff as of late, but this video might have changed that. This style of video is very entertaining to me and your attitude is honestly admirable. Hope you find success and happiness with this approach.

[@mcshellzz1506]

Honestly, I REALLY enjoy all these vlog/random style vids, especially when you're doing work around your house. It's so relaxing and relatable.

[@luniix_]

Hey Alex, I started watching your channel for reptiles like many but still come back to your channel often because I simply just think you're hilarious and have a great outlook on your life & circumstances. I also always appreciate your honesty and dead-pan deliveries. Whenever I meet people in-person who watch similar channels to me I always ask if they also watch your channel and they often do! Your channel brings people together reptiles or not! Best wishes for your new opportunity looking forward to seeing any new content you may put out about your life. Take care

[@kamc146]

Hey man! Hope all goes well, personally amazon was rough for me but hope it goes better for you! Thank you for all the content, you sparked an ongoing interest in snakes for me!

[@GoHerping]

thanks! so far, so food

[@piperatoms5926]

I love this dude. Been a subscriber since the beginning and have followed you throughout the years. Its been a lovely ride watching you evolve and grow along the way. Thank you for your continued entertainment and dedication. You deserve all the success in the world. And too over indulge in spending from time to time 😂 (You should buy a multi family though)

[@me_maela]

Oh no, our guy got Musked on... And not by a milksnake this time

[@jukesngambits]

What a weird world it is where 16000 people watching your video in 22 hours is a failure, because once you had multiple hundreds of thousands watch your video! I'm definitely a reptile-content focused person but I wanted to say that you as an individual is someone I'm interested in & admire in a lot of ways, especially since we're in the same generation. I hope everything keeps working out for you

[@Kyle_Schaff]

I’m sorry to hear you’ve never been in a positive work environment before Amazon. I’m glad it’s happened though! Makes it all go by easier

[@MrWhitty2000]

Bro I literally don't even own reptiles or anything but I've watched you for a long time. I think you subbed to me a while back but I've just never stopped watching you since watching the first vid I saw here - and never will most likely lol. Your transparency and realism is so legit it's inspiring. Keep it up G.

[@meghanohalloran729]

really inspiring stuff alex! i started watching for your animals, but your personality is what kept me around . keep going man!

[@GoHerping]

thanks!

[@elinem777]

so inspiring to see you walk a new path ! as someone who is also starting over (and starting college in my early 20s) it's nice to see im not the only one :] best of luck at amazon !!!

[@Takedownman]

My dad quit YT a while ago and gave me this channel. He said there just isn't money in it like it used to be. He took the money he made and started a business.

[@girthgames6562]

W Dad

[@RyanStonedonCanadianGaming]

Well, he did start a business from it, so you could say the money was good until it wasn't.

[@galacticbananas482]

i'm so happy to hear the work enviornment is so supportive! It takes a lot to go out of your comfort zone and experience new things. It's really inspiring and always love to hear your honest thoughts whether its on reptiles or not

[@GoHerping]

thanks :D

[@aersla1731]

That's a pretty strange situation you are in, I haven't seen it before. It's nice that you are documenting it. Seems like a good job for a Tesla owner.

[@GoHerping]

I think it'll happen to more and more youtubers as the platform ages and more people experience high but temporary income. teslas really are the perfect car for it! The route in this video cost me $15-20 in charging, it would have been over $40 of gas in the subaru

[@daniwolf5766]

You got this! I’ve been enjoying watching you expand and explore doing what you love. It will lead you to the right path forward. I’ll be here cheering you on!

[@beemoss476]

yes!! it's so nice to have helpful and efficient coworkers, we're just trying to get the same job done

[@Kemotrash]

I wanted to say thank you! I love watching your new stuff and I still greatly enjoy it even if I initially came for reptiles. I hope that you keep finding things you are passionate about because its always great to come along for the ride :)

[@abberistired]

finally got the itch to binge your channel again I am highly entertained thank you for keeping my nights less depressing

[@GoHerping]

:D

[@agneserin]

i honestly have so much respect for you, we’re similar ages and have had (somewhat) similar life paths and i just really like to hear your thoughts and see you doing you. good for you man :)

[@ramomoody8120]

Your channel got hacked or stolen

[@BreezyStreamy]

Hey, sometimes you need to change things up and take a sort of step back. I'm glad that you are enjoying working for Amazon and that you also enjoyed doing this video! I'm sure there will be a time when you wouldn't want to do either, but I'm glad to see that you are still here. I would appreciate if you keep on doing videos here and there, but do what you need to do. If it's like a video a couple times a month, so be it for the time. Just make sure you are taking care of yourself and keep on showing us the animals or let us know if there had to been changes to your husbandry.

[@TravisNewton1]

8:54 - Back when I drove for Uber in a rural-ish area the first thing I noticed is how difficult it was to find some homes and I started saying "If your Uber driver or pizza delivery driver can't find you, how the hell is EMS or the fire department going to find you?" Since then, I've ALWAYS made sure I have a highly visible address on my mailbox.

[@TheExiled222]

KZbin algo is back on your side. Keep up the great videos. after watching the doordash video i was super surprised seeing how little views some of these videos get (compared to the effort you put into them). Give it a couple months and i know you’ll start taking off big time.

[@GoHerping]

thanks!

[@lunaspain536]

Please do Amazon delivery videos. Your previous driving around and picking/delivering reptiles are my favourite videos.

[@GoHerping]

I just happened to post this 8 minutes after Pyrocynical uploaded an entire video about boogie lolol

[@8happyperson]

im glad you found something that’s working for you. i get what you mean about appreciating being a cog in the machine. sometimes my job gets stressful because i’m 1 of 3 people in my department so if someone needs something they really need me to pull through so it’s stressful while doing something like being one of thousands of delivery workers in a company takes the stress off of just you and spreads it around so that most of you don’t feel much stress about the job at all. sometimes during really stressful periods i think of quitting and getting a job like that but the benefits, healthcare primarily, keep me in.

[@Muzgath]

I keep coming back because I get videos like this, and I love your dry humor. It honestly makes me laugh, so keep being you, because that's what I keep coming back for. Also, I wanted to expand on the positive work environment. When I started climbing the ladder for IT, before my current job I never had a supportive work environment. It's so off-putting and weird when you start and everyone just wants to work together so we can do our jobs, get money, and go home to our families/pets/hobbies. Like, things get done so quick, and the day just blows by, and you have way less burnout than if you were dealing with a horrible team and horrible people. It's so weird at first, but you also get used to it so quick, and a supportive team I believe can honestly make or break a job. If everyone is nasty to each other, nothing gets done. However, when everyone just collectively helps each other and works together, it's amazing what people can do. I honestly wish the whole world was like this.

[@mmacory]

I gotta say I found your channel a few years ago at your peak and was really entertained by your content. When you "fell off" as you say is when I lost interest. I never unsubscribed and I'm glad I never did! Watching these new recent videos has sparked interest again and I can't stop watching. Keep it up man, I'm loving it!

[@sarapaquette9061]

Love this. Humility is important, and your outlook is refreshing. I also think its interesting that you hadnt had a job where you could be like 'oh, huh, cant help you, not my problem' yet and it must be really stress relieving after all you've had to do for your own business.

[@boiledratgaming]

wow. never thought id see Herplet turn into Wagecuck. Who woulda thought?

[@stupidpersonwithbadopinions]

Hell naw got hacked by tesla live ☕🗿

[@lemonlizard1]

lmaoooo i was so confused for a second

[@drayott-jr]

Wtf is tesla live

[@Shaee]

I really enjoy videos like this. It’s so nice to see you try something new and not seen so stressed out.

[@whiskeyneat97]

Wish the best for man, congratulations. You're made for success, and you'll do well in whatever you decide to do. The true supporters will follow your channel and watch regardless. God Bless and good luck!

[@darkbritt265]

I did come for the reptiles originally (coming straight from the "I quit" vid you did), and I don't watch as frequently as I did when I first found your channel, but when I was willing to sit and watch you badly mow a digital lawn I figured you deserved to keep my sub lol But on the reals man, as long as you're happy and doing what you want with your channel that's all anyone can expect of you!

[@SpeedyJuiceMan]

I saw tesla in my recommended and knew something was up lol

[@lemonlizard1]

samee he got hacked

[@stepha_F]

It’s nice seeing you happy Alex!

[@herbert7396]

NOOOOOO MY BOY GOT HACKED IM SO UPSET

[@sking3014]

You are so reflective and honest. Love your video. Wish you all the best.

[@thisiskitta]

That was actually very interesting and your personality makes it even better. This is stuff I had no idea about.

[@GoHerping]

thanks!

[@recoverbygrowing2068]

Whatever you do I like. It’s your honesty. I had a similar experience of running a business then stepping down to a job with very little responsibility. My mental health is soo much better. Although it’s not fulfilling and is temporary I am closer to finding that balance. I hope you can too. I hope that involves videos of some sort but if it doesn’t I’ll survive. You do you!

[@Dottikance]

i wish i knew of more jobs that are just "show up do the task get money". i don't drive so deliveries ain't it for me.

[@GoHerping]

I haven't thought about it, but yeah I guess every gig job requires a lot of driving whether it's instacart, grubhub, uber or whatever else.

[@devidevil108]

I'm so happy you're getting to know real people world experiences and working with humble people. I respect the crap out of you doing this and showing us

[@sarahtouby7725]

I’ve only started watching you maybe 2 years ago but I wanted to say that you’re content has always been a banger and to see you making the most and your positivity it’s really inspiring, always looked up to your work ethic and ambition keep your head up life happens but you got a strong spirit you’re going to make it back to the up and up

[@dahliscrafter]

Remember when this was Goherping and not hacked by a Tesla scam?

[@jswanay4]

This was some top tier content and humor. Glad you are enjoying the change. 11 out of 10 would watch more.

[@MunchiesPlace]

I want more Amazon content. This series is great. 👍 Ty for making videos about this.

[@emberglar5466]

My fiancée did this, but here teslas are rare so they were very confused lol. We both work full time but he wanted some extra cash and found it fun

[@nc5809]

I have never heard the term “wagie” before 😂😂😂

[@mrgaleer]

hell yeah dude. i'm in the same boat, figuring shit out. I'm a dog walker, if you like dogs, give it a shot because it's pure seratonin 99.9 percent of the time. wishing nothing but success for you!

[@kaylae9242]

I actually really like this type of video, you should do a "how much i make working for amazon" i think a lot of people would find that interesting

[@songforizabella]

ELON GOT HIM LMAOAOAO

[@hellomarisolmo]

Really interesting! I quit my job after intense burnout and depression. I started a WFH job and now i make more than my 5 year career that i quit. I'm thankful for trusting my feeling and just hopping on even though at the time i was super depressed about it.

[@tbella5186]

"In this video I'm going to teach you how to go from 6 figures...." Glad you are sharing your journey. Good luck Alex.

[@User39694]

Nice man this is getting me interested in possibly working for Amazon.

[@Dedbirdy]

I really do enjoy watching whatever you upload and get up to in life. I can understand getting bored with a career and just go off into a random direction. I try to keep at it for at least 2 years to really give it a chance but I get bored fairly easily. It's just nice doing something you enjoy whether that is short or long term. Look forward to whatever you upload next 😁

[@averyhodges2302]

I normally watch all if not most of your vlog content and I have missed almost all of your latest videos in the last several months due to the algorithm! I am so happy this video showed up on my feed because I love your chill content. I guess now I get to binge your channel for the next few hours ✌🏻

[@moonbastic]

Just, whatever you do, don't stop creating. If it doesn't matter now, do what you want to do, and on your own timeline. Love ya man. Even if you killed that cactus that one time.

[@aspenbutler4414]

Start welding! I make six figures a year and love the work

[@eggygeorge]

“One of you I have a little more respect for than the other one” 😂

[@Pizzazilla94]

Thankfully no other reptiles will be stressed with a chainsaw again

[@h0rrorville]

Being a human that loves driving as well, you may really like Door Dash or other delivery services. Just try and keep in mind your personal vehicle's wear and tear/ mileage for tax season if you continue and make sure the miles and orders you're taking are worth the cost! I'm happy you're trying new things, being open minded and taking new paths in life in my opinion is worth the risks. I've been a hair stylist, manufacturing worker, door dasher, accountant etc. You never know if you'll find something you love.

[@hollycosmic]

I’ve enjoyed your reptile videos, the ant attack saga, and even this one! Your videos are interesting regardless so keep up the good work. I’ll watch ads to help out lol!

[@Chihyou]

happy to see you moving forward. i hope that you still record your adventures and share them with us. i greatly enjoyed your big trip to ny series.

[@iFloaty]

I've been working inside an Amazon warehouse for about 3 years and I just recently moved to Virginia to keep it going in order to be able to afford my Vet Tech studies. Although many say otherwise, the benefits far outweigh the negatives when it comes to working in the warehouse, all subjective though.

[@aquakirby5198]

It's interesting to see this coming from a different perspective cause I'm a full time worker getting ready to start yourtube as a hobby. If it turns into a little part time job thats cool but I won't ever make it my full time job. I like having a Roth 401(k) and enjoy the feeling of leaving work at work and being done. Plus I need to socialize and my office environment is great for that! I like being a cog in a machine, less anxiety thay way 😊

[@GoHerping]

I think any form of income diversification is great. Although I wouldn't be surprised if I go back to full-time KZbin at some point. After all, I could always dial back again and restart a second job

[@aquakirby5198]

​@@GoHerping That's definitely true you have plenty of options and keeping KZbin as your primary lets you get into easier entry level positions. Plus as people get older income changes in other ways too. It especially changes if you get married then have the income of a spouse as well as the tax benefits which my husband and I will be experiencing for the first time next tax season.

[@somethingcats]

Came for the reptiles staying for your amazing dry humor

[@fraxinus_ash]

I kind of need a "real" job... maybe I should be an Amazon driver, I couldn't be worse than the ones that deliver to me 😂

[@Alexander-cg1ey]

Watch him go on a "pro-union" arc

[@GoHerping]

oh no...

[@Alexander-cg1ey]

@@GoHerping Oh yeah...

[@TenkosSSJ]

It's crazy to see you just place a parcel, take a photo and walk away. I'm not surprised us has so many issues with stolen packages.

[@GoHerping]

Yeah according to driver support, it turns out you should always complete delivery, even if if it's just sitting out on a public road or sidewalk at 3am which surprised me lol. The only time we're not supposed to is if we feel unsafe in the area ourselves

[@thekuuu]

This is the first video I’ve seen on my recommended in a long while, and it’s a week after. Love the content

[@d11.66]

This account is hacked btw

[@FakeSugarVillain]

The channel got hacked? What the hell?

[@puppychan2086]

Unless you asked before hand you gotta be careful with what you say about Amazon as an employee, as an employee myself you can get fired for talking about the job on social media. Unless drivers have a different contract then warehouse workers.

[@TheWorkingAussie]

Just be careful of loose dogs. My brother delivers for Amazon and he was bit by a dog delivering a package. I drive for doordash and ubereats and the house numbers are the worst. Sometimes I have to Google the address to confirm its the right house. I wish people made their house number clear, on the mail box, clearly on the curb, clearly on the house with big numbers. 😂

[@GoHerping]

Dogs are by far the biggest issue, it's seriously bad in the rural areas. One house had numbers and I swore I took the GPS correctly but it still wasn't lining up, then I finally realized the 6's had fallen over and read as 9's

[@CounterStrikeGlobalOffense]

boi just got hacked deamn

[@KiiNouNyaaa]

I'm in the same position as you and you made me want to do deliveries ! When you work for yourself, alone for a long time, Having a work/part-time job with kinda no responsabilities and pretty chill, could be the dream

[@GoHerping]

it's impressively peaceful

[@Tarik78671]

This has to be one of the most unique channels on KZbin, I love it😂😂😂

[@GoHerping]

:D

[@bloodswarms]

The wear and tear on the Tesla seems like it wouldn't be worth delivering in.

[@GoHerping]

I think it's less wear than most cars. if not, I imagine the fuel savings still outweighs using a different vehicle

[@sasquatchdonut2674]

I like that you’re actually making an effort to do better and not just beg for money from others.

[@sasquatch9116]

Im a Ups driver it’s cool to see someone do something similar when their other jobs were way different than mine

[@ChrisDz-]

Your not gonna go back on the up and up my boy 😂

[@Kyotopearl]

I’ve only been a viewer for a couple years now but I have to say that I consider myself one of those people that watch just because I like your personality. I’m a viewer and I’ve never even owned a reptile. I’m actually terrified of them but I like watching that and especially your vlog stuff

[@KFInvertebrates]

I feel you man I’ve been running my own business for years I got a part time job because I was burnt out and now I’m working on content and breeding tarantulas again.

[@aina3387]

I worked as a cog in a machine and then went to grad school where you basically have deliverables but no one telling you what to do on a day to day basis. The one thing I missed was my manager, and not having responsibility, lol.

[@sweatybetty459]

For your car bottoming out, go in/out of the driveway at an angle.

[@thedoublechip]

"cuz I do videos because I want to right now" Yay! I'm sorry that it has been a struggle but I'm glad that you are enjoying KZbin again.

[@TheHopelessGeek]

I agree on the comfort of being a cog in the machine. It's refreshing to not have to constantly "think like an entrepreneur". I don't have a job like that as I do pretty well with carrying responsibility, but I would like a change 😅

[@nyxqd1290]

Wait a minute. So you’re telling me that Amazon will pay you to drive around in the middle of the night delivering packages? I’m one of those naturally nocturnal weirdos you talked about in one of your fire ant vlogs and I’m lowkey vibrating with excitement.

[@GoHerping]

It's only in some cities that offer same-day or overnight shipping, but yeah pretty much lol. My next video will be more about the job itself

[@nyxqd1290]

@@GoHerping oh my god I’m in one of the bigger cities in the US maybe I have a chance 🤣

[@anubias2102]

I forgot he lived so close to me, I’m so sorry if you had to deliver that heavy table last week

[@GoHerping]

lmao