I'm Selling My Fish Breeding Warehouse.

[@donivanstryker1340]

Hi Nick, I am a person who sat silently watching and enjoying your videos without commenting. I am 59 years old and at one point in my life 30 years ago had over 90 tanks in my basement where I raised and bred fish. I also worked as a fish room manager in a local pet store and those were the best years of my life. Take my advice and the advice of others that commented here. DO NOT sell your store, take on a partner or lease it out where you will have a controlling interest but not have to be there as often. With all the hard work that you have done in the store I know from personal experience that you will regret your choice to sell. If you have a partner or lease this will free up your time to do what you want. If you get the itch to get back to the retail part and give KZbin a break, well that option would still be available to you. I know that you are young and as you said many doors are open in front of you but you dont need to shut this door. leave it partially open by either taking on a partner or leasing the store. The name can remain the same because you will have the controlling interest without having to be there as much. With proper training the person in charge will be as good as you in maintaining the store for your interest. Take it from an old guy who was once in your shoes and now wishes he had done things differently. There is nothing like doing a job that you actually like and can make you money while remaining a hobby. I really hope you listen to myself and others that have expressed the same comments.

[@seangere9698]

I agree about getting a partner. You just have to be careful though. I have had a partner in my reptile and fish shop and just before I was set to sell the whole business to my partner because I was moving to a different country, he took 40% of the stock and bugged out. It left me with having to scramble to find a buyer with only two weeks before I had had my flight to Germany. So if you do get a partner, just know they can always walk out with their share of the inventory, and really, there's nothing you can legally do about it as it technically is there property. I was able to sell my company but I ended up having to sell if for far less than it should have been as i had so little time to find someone. But if you do go with a partner do not sell more then 40%, make sure there is a clause in the deal where they would have to sell the 40% back if at any time they wish to leave. This way you don't loose part of your product. Also I would have it where you are a silent partner that way you don't have to deal with the day to day running of the store. I would suggest asking a trusted friend, someone you know 100% that can take care of the business side and won't try to duck out.

[@BOSS790MN]

I agree, but Nick is one to decide. If he doesn't want it anymore, unfortunately for us, it is done deal. Unfortunately, many good things are disappearing one by one.

[@donivanstryker1340]

@@seangere9698 Not sure what the laws are over the pond but if the partner buys in for 40% of the business the stipulation can be included that Nick would have first option if the partner were to bow out and Nick would bank that money to have the cash to buy the partner out if he decided to leave. This is why a lease would be a bit better because Nick still retains full ownership and if the leaser leaves Nick is not out any money or property. The leaser would only share in a percentage of the profits and nothing more.

[@Malysandacz]

@donivanstryker1340 you don't understand. Nick (and other youtubers) will not say that directly but youtube makes him very good money with much less effort than breeding fish. It is a no brainer, he mentioned clearly what sort of turnover shop makes now and what it can make in the future with majority of that being a profit if you breed your own fish. Yet, he is still giving this up because youtube pays much more.

[@donivanstryker1340]

@@BOSS790MN I am merely trying to show Nick that with careful planning and not jumping into things that there are ways that the two things can be done. My concern is that KZbin may not be a lasting outlet for fish breeders. Just look at the fish rooms Nick visits, they are all older people and no new young blood starting and maintaining fish rooms. Its sort of like a sports star that got a university degree, the star always has something to fall back on if something should go wrong. With age comes wisdom and if I could do it all over again I would be in a fish store right now and still breeding fish at home.

[@IMaqua]

As someone who is breeding and selling fish "breeding for profit" is not all about breeding. Unfortunately the business side is much more important. Apart from knowing "how to breed" you need to know "how to sell" fish. As a hobbyist it is hard to exclude and not sell some of the fish species because simply they are not worth selling. Cheers Nick and whatever you decide to do your community will be behind you.

[@voicedmood]

Hi Nick! Thanks to KZbin, I know such a talented Australian! I watch a lot of videos of KFS. As other watcher, I do enjoy your videos. I watch your videos so many times so my girlfriend can recognize you (even she didn’t pet fish😅) I like your videos so much so I ask my friend who work holiday in Australia to visit your fish store. I ask him to donate or get your signature haha… And I must visit you if I go Australia. Before visiting, I can watch your new video… Today I read this video’s title, my heart was shocked. How? Is it true? Now I know he made a big decisions. And looking forward a new chapter One of your videos, you looks hesitate and you say you love boesemai fish. You spent 2 years breeding many of them but not many people take them home. At that moment,I feel something. Hope I can see you soon Best regards, (Taiwan fans)

[@richardwaldron1205]

Good luck Nick. My teenage son and I have gotten into the hobby because of your videos. One of my son’s highlights this year was coming to your store to visit. The hobby has become something we can enjoy together. Thank you for you enthusiasm we look forward to seeing your new videos and what’s next 🍻

[@KeepingFishSimple]

That is awesome!

[@ramont8020]

@@KeepingFishSimple You're also one of the content creators that helped my daughter and I get started in the hobby. I've enjoyed watching you grow your skills and branch out from a guy doing fish in his home for fun. Will you be continuing with spotted blue-eye? I became fascinated with those fish after watching the video where you went to Cairns to find them and would like to start my own tank with them at some point.

[@sandrineaderhold4064]

You have also gotten me into the hobby. Thank you for all your amazing videos. Good luck!

[@williammitchell2846]

Such a shock Nick, but you have to do what's best for you, your videos are amazing you are amazing, will look forward to seeing what you have to offer in the future. Good luck mate

[@danielrobinson7144]

buy it!😁

[@phlanxsmurf]

You do you homie. Gotta do what makes you happy and feels right. Sounds like some great videos will be coming up in the future!

[@jordanwelsh8644]

You're a bloke that at his core just loves his fish and whatever you do, your true community understands and will support you no matter what move you make in your business

[@ArcadianWill]

I'm happy for you, follow your dreams man. One door closes for another door to open 👍

[@Aquarium_Fantasy-HF]

It will be sad to see the store go but in return we can get to see you more happy and relaxed enjoying the fish hobby even more. I am looking forward to seen what you will show us in the future. I wish you and your family the best.

[@Richardmunoz86]

What will happen to your bug buffet?

[@MacTX]

I definitely wouldn't rely solely on KZbin. KZbin is a double-edged sword, people can make a living with it, but also their livelihood is at the whim of KZbin and their advertisers. It can be taken away at the snap of a finger.

[@SMOOVKILL1]

100%. Greed or some executive comes in and changes everything.

[@Maggie19701]

Very true this happened to many of my u tube horse people u tube ripped them . Algorithms aren’t good right now. Everything is political.

[@WesleysFishClub]

This. Some fish channels have a million subs but can barely hit 50k views anymore.

[@thebloodyenglish6620]

Yeah the advice I'd give is invest in property. People always need a home and prices, especially in Australia from my understanding, are always going up. Do you and sell property as well as own it and rent it out. You'll have that income coming in which if you make your moves right you can have a steady passive income from that meaning you're not reliant on KZbin. It means that if KZbin suddenly vanished as an income stream your not in the ditch suddenly. Plus because it's not your only, or ideally primary, source of income there's less pressure to make videos that hit the numbers at the frequency needed. Instead you can create videos as a passion project/financially beneficial hobby meaning you can make exactly what you want on the schedule you want preventing serious burn out. I think online creators should look at making KZbin a hobby they profit on especially once they got an established fan base and rely on other more passive income streams for their main money long term. Ie put in the grind to create the fan base, use that money to do smart investments (rather then only getting things KZbin/life style related) to allow you to flip over the true income source long term. That's just me though as a none online creator 😅

[@Teabone3]

Hey Nick! Just wanted to thank you for everything you do. During the pandemic I went through a breakup and had to move and things were very difficult. Your videos offered a lot of peace and an intro to a new hobby. I've been breeding fish and while i sell a few, just watching the whole processing of life procreating in my home has been fun and helped me a lot during a dark time. Thanks for all your very helpful videos and inspiration. I'll of course continue to watch your continue hear on into the future. much love from Canada

[@andrewdemel3677]

Guilty of watching your videos and falling asleep ;) Wishing you all the best with the move mate 👊🏻👊🏻

[@khills]

Same. The breeding fish in buckets videos are really soothing. 😂

[@BadlydrawnBen]

Im watching from bed with a crook back 😂

[@jackied9349]

Same here! He has a nice calming voice. And you know what it gives him the views #'s so why not haha

[@THEREALSLINGBLADEDIDMEGANFOX]

Man. Makes me sad but happy to see you follow your heart man

[@DennisBall]

I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoy your videos. As a life long hobbyist breeder, I can relate to what you're saying. Here's wishing you fantastic success in all your future adventures. You are so talented and motivated that the sky is the limit!

[@KeepingFishSimple]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@adoxographer]

Good for you! Your videos helped to get me back into the hobby after a 20 year break!

[@steve-adams]

I've wondered how people do brick and mortar fish shops. I sell online, mostly locally. It's a decent side income, but it's nothing like liveable even if I scaled it to full time. I think my local community doesn't really care where their animals come from, so larger pet shops seem to do better than smaller ones. I'm impressed you got it to 350k. That's an accomplishment. Good luck! You make some amazing videos, so I'm looking forward to what's next.

[@donnaleicoderes9775]

Hello Nick I really love your informative breeding videos. You really helped me out with breeding my own pets. I'm currently on the same position as you, albeit my business is way way smaller than yours. I love breeding fish as a hobby and just as a sideline. I was compelled to open an aquarium petshop, but after than a year into the business, I realize I just want to breed fish and focus on my former work. I still sell fish but not as much at the scale compared to the previous months. I really love your videos Nick. Thank you for sharing such quality content.

[@suegalton9519]

Hey Nick, my husband Duncan and I are avid watchers of your videos and look forward to your new ventures. You have taught us so much about our aquatic pets and I thank you for it. Our fish also say thank you for still keeping Bug Buffet and Green Cuisine. as they don't think they can live without it. Best of luck and we'll see you on the flip side!

[@KemsieWood]

So he is keeping selling bug buffet?

[@ImpulseHobby]

If a store is generating revenue, selling a real, functioning business for the sake of easy virtual money is a huge mistake. Yes, it might be fatigue, loss of interest, or a shift in focus. But business is about enduring pain. At 50 years old, I can only say that creating the largest possible source of income is the right path in today's world. Find a managing partner or lease the store, but don't lose full control and the flow of money. Greetings from war-torn Ukraine.

[@azntactical4884]

I agree. With the extra income, he can easily hire one guy to run the store at a reasonable salary or wage and still be able to full time youtube.

[@SublimeSquamata]

I agree here as well

[@SEOSEOSEO101]

Its just the weak generation of today. Oh i dont feel it at the moment, lets sell it.

[@jaystar080390]

You probably don't realize how much money he's making on KZbin. No point of owning a store that isn't scalable when his KZbin platform is scalable

[@SublimeSquamata]

@@jaystar080390he could just own 49% of the store and make money as a partial owner with none of the work. He then can also still sell the fish he breeds for fun without worrying about where they go

[@robertgagne9355]

Hello Nick: I have been keeping aquariums on and off for 55+ years. I have enjoyed watching your videos mostly because the information presented was honest and true. You started and grew your own business from scratch and were successful. I hope that moving forward you have even greater success. On a side note; last summer I met a man from Australia while on a motorcycle ride in Europe who new you... small world.

[@beatatarczon1402]

Sometimes you gotta go to Europe to meet someone from Australia. The world is so small.

[@johnog8358]

Fair play! I watch your videos from Ireland, mainly while stressed out of my head from work, I find the videos very relaxing , it takes my mind off it all and gives me goals and inspiration for my hobby and set up. Looking forward to what's to come! Best of look with it all!

[@anthonyyambo6896]

Gutted to an extent, but happy you will still be putting up videos! You were the only reason I would’ve visited Australia. I wish you all the best with your journey ❤

[@Junkbox_Aquatics]

I am very excited for you. It sounds like you have found what you really enjoy in this hobby/career I myself first of all nothing compared to you, professional breeders like you and Dean, but on the other hand, I’m focusing on just a handful of tanks my career job is mental health therapist, and I just focus on a handful of tanks some fish that I can sell to local fish stores and then some fish that are more on the endangered species side. Once the hobby becomes a career it does start to lose its luster so good for you and I’m excited to see what you’re gonna be doing in the next couple of months…You are so incredibly talented and clever when it comes to breeding. I’ve watched so many of your out of the box breeding techniques so once again with you being able to put more energy and thought into breeding and not so much time into the business side, really think it’s gonna be incredible and Mind blowing so yeah go for it man super cool. Can only imagine.

[@KeepingFishSimple]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@jaretmcintosh9112]

Started watching your videos when I was 12 and had no idea what I was doing and I’ve learned so much from you over the years thankyou for everything.

[@RH1981___]

You definitely have a one of a kind style in making youtube aquarium videos... Relaxing, informative, soothing... If you can keep that style going while growing your audience you're golden! Good Luck Brother

[@tedtownsend8933]

You're work ethic and drive is top notch. You will be a success in everything you do! I can't wait to see your upcoming videos coming from a place of love and enjoyment.

[@NoCO2fishtank]

Hope all goes well Nick, you have a great work ethic and you are very admirable! Thank you for all the help along the way!

[@ohnocarlo]

If it is not too late, maybe speak with a business consultant for an organizational re-structure. As a business person myself, maybe you would want to retain the momentum it has built and just get a business manager. You could remain as company owner, but hire someone as the CEO/ COO to manage the business operations side and you could just have summaries/ overviews/ executive decision making or even delegate that to someone else. You could just focus on filmmaking aspect of the company and have someone else take charge of the other departments. It's just that you've been such an inspiration, and to an extent, a projection of what my dreams could have become in another lifetime. Fish keeping and husbandry as a career is not a possibility for me anymore, but I do have regrets not pursuing it. In hindsight, I maybe just wasn't talented enough, but you are. Regardless, I will still be following your journey, wherever it may take you.

[@kimarkoh]

Yes, exactly this. Selling is not your only option. Get advice from a business consultant who can look at viability & other options rather than just selling.

[@nikkiblack5073]

Follow your passion ❤ Your doing it right, NEVER doubt yourself

[@Apriliars]

Your original videos in the garage / thing you had before in the beginning was the best days for us and probably for you. I knew going into the business was going to change things. I hope you go back to the old days like the shrimp in the trash can which is the video I subbed you for

[@ionutkiss6381]

Whatever works for you DO IT! I ll still watch your videos.

[@NoahBeeee]

Excited for what’s to come! It’s inspiring seeing you create something so amazing, yet still have the ability to let it go to move onto the next chapter. You are easily my biggest influence in this hobby.

[@adelesandry]

You're so smart to realize what you need in your life & make the changes now instead of years down the line. Doesn't get any easier. Looking forward to more documentary type videos

[@jessknox4504]

So happy for you Nick 💓 I understand fully. I have 5 tanks at the moment and still want more but I started breeding for profit and there was a lot of pressure around it. I forgot how important it is just to sit with my fish and observe them. Thank you for always making great videos, I watch them daily and learn a lot. Looking forward to seeing what the future holds for you. ❤

[@andrewfinch6351]

Great that you're staying in the hobby and have retained your passion for it. Hobbies are what makes life fun.

[@ThePauloCIlas]

Change is always hard, but I'm glad that you are following your heart. Good luck, my friend.

[@palimike83]

Nick - you've been an inspiration and catalyst for so much of my hobby! Excited to see where you go next!

[@russellbeach3207]

You do you and the rest will follow. Good luck!

[@staychill6864]

Good luck Nick, we will always be here with you.

[@NonstopMission91]

I’m proud of you bro. With you regardless of what direction your path takes you. You inspired to get back into the hobby altogether, so even for that, you have my humble gratitude.

[@titanau]

Well done mate you have achieved that milestone and now time for a new chapter, as the old saying goes "you don`t know unless you try" Good luck, looking forward to watching the future content.

[@Alex-S.]

I had a pet shop for 4 years, I wasn't satisfied because I was interacting with a lot of dubious people and all the work was to change their mentality... in the end I got tired and closed the business but a few years ago distance I'm very sorry 😬 I had to do things the way I wanted and not try to change the world...

[@audrameyer9558]

I admire your drive and that you are following your heart. I look forward to the updates to come 😊

[@gibisfine]

I have enjoyed all the contents on your channel! Thanks for all the great time, and wish you all the very best!!

[@paigelee2994]

Hey Nick, I’m usually a silent viewer (and also a local). I notice a lot of older (sorry) people here telling you not to sell and almost painting KZbin as a “greedy whim” of yours. But I just wanted to let you know that some of us know that you will be smart in how you invest your money and that KZbin isn’t a “whim” but instead it’s the thing you started and are sticking to 😊 while I’m sad you’re selling just as I was about to visit, I’m glad you’ll have more time to film.

[@191Gold]

I am really glad there are some experience folks here chipping in some valid points as well, been watching his vids for years, also got myself back into the hobby partially influenced by his vids. But no matter what decision you make, we'll gonna support you.

[@itssassysarah]

At the end of the day, following your passion and moving through life as you want to live it is so important. You turned an empty space into something magnificent in many ways. I’m glad you learned so much and really that’s all everything is in life - lessons. You should be so proud of yourself. I look forward to seeing the next phase of your life😊

[@HITOPAquarium]

I have been following your fish related content for some time now. Your videos have been a great source of knowledge for me. I realize that fish are raised for profit, but it's also important to do what makes you happy. No matter what you do I will look forward to your upcoming videos!

[@AKarr-jk8uu]

Kudos to you for making that tough decision. I know you worked so hard. Do what makes you happy and nothing else. I am in the United States and never had the opportunity to come to your shop but I watched every video you did from there and loved it. I look forward to the types of videos you had before you had the shop. You certainly seemed more relaxed and enjoying what you were doing more. Not so rushed. 😊. Good luck in all of your endeavors.

[@bradysonnenberg5730]

What a Rollercoaster! I hope that you find peace and enjoyment from life again. You inspire so many. I'm sad I won't see the same style from you but I'm also excited to see the new chapter.

[@sunshine7447]

I’m so proud of you. You’ve grown so much and should be very proud.

[@MrSnowey]

Hey Nick, as you started your KZbin/first Fishroom, I started working in a local Fishstore. Since then I have watched every single of your videos at least twice. Even you dont know me and I dont know you, it always felt we began our journey togehter. Thank you very much for all the Content, just thank you :)

[@nonabnormal2586]

Do whatever makes you happy. You can always build a new store. Bigger and better, also hire staff.

[@tthappyrock368]

Congratulations on the new chapter in your life! I look forward to seeing the videos you will make going forward. Binge-watching your videos in the middle of the night with insomnia, lol! Greetings from Oregon!

[@jacgeale1109]

Congratulations Nick! Big decisions are hard to make, explaining why can be even harder. Can see that in your video. Wishing you the best for the your next stage. You got this!

[@malcolmmcguire2876]

Good luck Nick and thanks for all the fish. Bug buffet is gold by the way at keeping fry alive.

[@salivadriven]

Good on you! Personal growth man. I waited till my 50’s to live the life I wanted….follow your passion, your intuition, your dreams. All the best

[@lakeshiamills1454]

I started breeding purely for fun. I love it, the interaction with the fish, the thrill of seeing them become comfortable enough to spawn, the fun and fulfilling part of raising the fry....it's all an experience. If I happen to make a profit from breeding the fish that's just icing on the cake but breeding just for the fun of breeding is something I was inspired to do because of your channel. Do what makes you happy, we'll still be watching you!

[@Jenniferaraffel]

Just re got back into keeping fish again. Bettas atm. Please don't stop posting videos. The betta breeding ones have inspired me to start my own betta line.

[@Matthew-yc3zq]

Sadly, I never got to come to the shop. I’ve been watching you for years now. I’m 15 and you have inspired me to do heaps of stuff with Fish but sadly I never got to come visit your shop.

[@Matthew-yc3zq]

It was a item on my bucket list lol

[@Louie.covvvv]

@@Matthew-yc3zqgood to see other young fish keepers aye mate I’m 13

[@Matthew-yc3zq]

@@Louie.covvvv yeah I’ve been keeping fish since I was like 7

[@sudarshanbalakrishnan1211]

I've always loved your videos, and your passion for the store when you were first setting it up, as well as when you were talking about fish outside the store was breathtaking to witness and was truly inspirational. I am sure whatever you set your heart towards will bring you immense joy Nick! Wishing you the best from all the way in India!!

[@coreyokeeffe2794]

Go for it man I've watched fishtube my whole life and have always wanted to start a channel and some day will but you have easily made it to the top 3 KZbinrs I watch ill be delighted to follow along the journey gotta do what's best for you

[@barebottomaquariums1419]

Congratulations. And on to the next chapter. As fish keeping is. Sometimes you have to change things up to stay happy.

[@allanewart3192]

When you produce videos of the quality that you do, interesting content on a consistent basis then its a win for us viewers. I had the privilege of visiting your store a few times for angel fish & some loaches when we moved over from Scotland. Having watched your content in Scotland, my kids wanted to visit your shop so we drove down from the sunnycoast, not only were the fish quality but you took time to speak to my sons regarding our tank etc making them feel excited that they had met a real life youtuber. Wish you all the best with your future endeavours 👍

[@parkerelijah1936]

I still remember your videos of some years ago when you went in the wild of Australia to fetch the fish in the rivers ( no matter if it's a sunny , cloudy or rainy days ) ... these videos inspired me to do so even if in my country there are not so many varieties of species ... but what truly amazed me was the childish joy that could be seen on your face when you caught some interesting species ... so yeah, if you feel the need to have this joy again by breeding and caring for your fish ... go ahead, enjoy your love of this hobby or whatever any other hobby that makes you happy ... enjoy it to the fullest ...

[@tamieanthasj.1578]

Hey Nick. Best of luck with your decision making. Whatever you decided to do, we know you'll thrive at your very best. I'm a fashion designer base in Sydney. I love and have been following KFS for quite awhile now, and thanks to you, I have two very successful betta tanks at home. Please keep your passion of breeding fish and making youtube videos going as we all will continue to watch and support you XXX

[@Dannos3d]

Having just found your store, its been a pleasure buying through your store, your staff are first class. I am sorry to see you go however completely understand why and wish you all the best in your new adventure.

[@WOW_AQUATICS]

I used to sell out of my home..but it took over my life, and stole my joy of the hobby. Now I keep my rare stock..mostly plecos..just for myself. My JOY is back!! Plus I downsized alot. One day I might go back into business..just in a different way..for Education and spreading the passion. Good luck on your next phase sir.

[@semadden5098]

Proud of what you have done. Thank you for teaching me so much, my Aussie crush

[@kiefferwebb142]

I’m so excited to see your new journey Drew. I know this is gonna be hard to let go of but it’s gonna end in so much fulfillment and happiness for yourself ❤️

[@andrewallenerman-ti3uo]

I wish you the best in this transition. I am impressed by your video content and am grateful for the information, experience and wisdom you share. An important lesson is to follow your joy and it sounds like you are on the path. Best, Andy

[@SpinsterSister]

Sweetheart, I am so happy for you and your decision to getting back to YT and your personal fish living life. You have grown so much and learned so much from building up your fish business and now is your time to take that information and start a new chapter. You have done so much for our community and especially for youngsters and us, older folk, into believing in our own dreams and with hard work and a few pals that anything is possible. I missed your fish videos, and you are correct - your videos are so relaxing and informational. Just like you. Cheers friend and I look forward to the new chapters of your life. How about those Ivanacara Bimaculata?

[@elisevandenbrink9395]

Hey nick, glad to hear that you will make more video's.. and yess, i am one of those people who watch the video's and fall relaxed asleep. Especially the ones with Adrian. I really love them and watched them mupltiple times. Good luck on your journey. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@fyofrep]

I’m happy for you, it takes a lot of courage to leave one path to follow another. You should be proud of all the work you’ve done and all the things you’ve learned. Wishing you the best of luck in your future endeavors!🐟

[@rosemiller9140]

So glad you will be continuing your videos. I have learned so much from you.

[@GlassBoxDiaries]

Great video mate, looking forward to seeing what the future holds for you, already love the channel so cant wait to see how it goes when you go all in on it!

[@harlanlawson9807]

Happy for you, love to watch your videos as I fall asleep here in Texas.

[@alanahartwig2628]

Never look back, live your life with no regrets! Congratulations! Find your happiness! Cant wait for the next video

[@420blazinOG]

Cannot wait for new and more frequent videos. Hopefully you can make a good chunk of change off of the store to reinvest into whatever you want in the future.

[@mattsemple9459]

Hi Nick, what matters in life is what makes you tick and understanding where you come from is a good place. Trust your heart, what you’ve learnt and accept you’ve said you’re ready to move forward…..it’s not easy, but being true to yourself will find so much happiness for you, also for yourself to share and pass on. I wish you all the best in feeling you’ve reached a place of being more content.

[@thedirtyburger1485]

Thank you for all your hard work. I hope everything goes good for you in the future. I am excited to see the new things you do.

[@leandromagtibay8687]

It's always great to go back to where your passion started keep on going man! Love all the videos you've made and the information you've shared with all of us!

[@MyWeirdUploads]

i applaud you on choosing your happiness. cheers for all the education youve given me mate, all the best for the sale.

[@kenzobarrios5029]

I followed you even way back when you're still at a home setup. I took notes watching all your tips breeding fishes. Thank you for all the hardwork, kinda sad but I really hope for a better and peaceful future for you. Hope that I will see videos from this page though in the future ❤

[@cindys.4409]

You're doing exactly what your channel says. Keeping fish simple! Best wishes and looking forward to more good content.

[@lonnieatk9120]

Those in home/property fish rooms, are so wonderful. I do hope you not only were inspired by them, but also keep visiting them and showing us too. I've enjoyed watching your journey. The next chapter will be fun to watch too!

[@christophersmith8028]

I’m 5 minutes into this video(definitely kicking back laying in bed. Haha), and only about 2 months back into this beautiful hobby after a bit of a break due to moving. Was a fan back in the early days of your channel, and after recently diving back in have had a ton of your newer videos to binge, and damn does the passion show. Seeing how far you’ve come with the breeding/shop/video quality and vibes overall shows just how much you care about producing great videos about something you’re truly passionate about. This is truly the type of content I love KZbin for, and do wish you nothing but the best in future endeavors. Can’t wait to see the content to come! …now I can enjoy the rest of this video. Haha Big cheers!

[@_willyp]

hope it all goes smooth mate! looking forward to what the future holds for you and for the vids you produce in time!

[@drtrimbo]

If this means more time doing fish room tours with other breeders then this is great news for me. They were my favourite Aquarium Co-op videos, and when you started doing them I really enjoyed them. Good luck whatever happens!

[@robotscrapyard]

Your nature documentary style videos are so good. It was clear you put a lot of love and effort into them. Best to you and your future videos and goals!

[@taniamans2026]

All the best. Glad you stay on the tube

[@MattiaTamos-pm2bc]

Good on you Mate ! I think seeing your Journey is very valuable for hobbyist that dreams of turnin the Hobby into their Job. Being able to choose is mature but also very lucky. Keep it up! People can Tell when youre Happy relaxed or not

[@riccardoricci9420]

Hey Nick, I'm happy to see you motivated on your new goal. You've done real work for the hobby internationally through your KZbin and locally with your store so honor to you for that. I also want to say as a 23 year old who's figuring his things out, there was nothing more tempting than to leave to a country where I could start my own farm and have that as my future and life support in the name of passion and love for the hobby. As I grew and expanded my fish room at home I realized that if I was to take such a step in that direction it would have led to a "denaturalization" of the hobby in my eyes and would have stopped seeing it the same, this crushed me because I was absolutely sure that it was what I wanted to do. Having a business is like having a child and we as hobbyists who take care of our fish, have hundreds and thousands of "children" who rely on us for their well-being and inevitably these things clash. And when they do, you suffer because of the positions you're put into because of the business. I finally convinced myself that mixing a genuine passion like this with work for me would have only led to me losing both. People experience burnout within their fishrooms let alone a farm that your life depends on. Those who own a business and run it personally are obliged to be present daily and when your business deals with animals then that daily closeness only multiplies and leaves no room for anything else, this made me shy away from this idea and decided to keep my beloved hobby just a hobby and pour all my passion into without any other obligations. I am sure you'll go on making more and more content that will continue to inspire us as you've been doing for all these years and both you and us will be better off having a free to create and inspire Nick over a Nick that's being limited in the things he could do because of a store. Wish you all the best in this new chapter and am happy for you to see you focused and happy with your decision.

[@miniscenesgb]

I don't blame you, I do get it All the best and I look forward to continuing to enjoy your videos

[@tonycamplin8607]

I hope that you've made the right decision and this isn't one your going to regret, you can't get it back once the shops been sold. It was a steady income and making and selling videos is a step into the unknown with a lot of uncertainty involved.

[@jsctone97]

Nick, this is awesome! As long as you are enjoying the hobby I know that we will also get the benefit! I’m looking forward to hopefully a detailed tour of your at home fish room. Loving the tanks behind you and would love to see them up close! Good luck my man!

[@bradbrisbane]

Congratulations on making the right decision for yourself and not trying to over extend yourself.

[@vincentxiong152]

not gon lie Nick you are the f’n goat for fish breeding, i’ve never had much luck with multiple species until i’ve watched ur countless videos on multiple species and i can safely say after taking in ur knowledge and style of husbandry has been inspiring and eye opening and i hope you stay optimistic because you have at least 1 person that believes in you and your work

[@squamsh122]

Growth brother, just part of the journey. Good luck

[@zillaz1594]

Proud of you Nick. Takes a lot of courage.

[@jackied9349]

Gosh, this sounds like an amazing opportunity. I wish I was brave enough to take that leap of faith to move from the US to take over. I've always enjoyed watching your KZbin content so I'm excited that we will get more videos.