Over 40? You should start a YouTube channel and here’s why

[@AnimeMadeReal]

Feeling disheartened. I am leaving this comment here so that after some hours, days, weeks, months or years when someone likes or comment on it, I will be reminded that I didn’t give up

[@martyc4906]

@@AnimeMadeReal 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@lhmccool67]

@@AnimeMadeReal Don't give up.

[@timothywright4509]

We believe in you!!!

[@AnimeMadeReal]

Thanks everyone! Will keep uploading :D

[@mysticmarval]

Also remember that chances are that the biggest fan of the content that you share will most likely not be anyone you know. Family may want to support but those that have a personal interest in the content develop a relationship with the content. Just keep sharing.

[@greymatters1950]

I started my channel four years ago aged 70, designed to promote the fact that the older generation Still matters.

[@KevinKolbe]

Rock on!

[@GaHullbillyRanch]

@@KevinKolbe please make a more detailed video about youtube videos. Add how much each niche makes from youtube. I'm 49 an I want to start a farm channel & a finance channel. What rpms do those channel make?

[@adriennem5358]

@@greymatters1950 So glad to see you making content, we may be older but we aren't done yet!

[@ElPisstoffo]

@@KevinKolbe Truly!!! The older generation does matter. Since the beginning of time.

[@moxow]

​@@ElPisstoffo I reckon the older generation matter more now than ever. This world is in a shocking state. Some wisdom of age needs to be broadcast. All everyone is being fed is fake superfluous social-engineering crap! So sick of all the constant barrage of nonsense!

[@TexpatOTG]

Started my channel 6 years ago at age 71. Have never had so much fun. I don't have a niche, just shoot what I want. My wife helps. We love it. Cheers

[@SoCalSurfer69]

59 just started my channel. Was laid off and said why not, so here I am doing and learning.

[@KevinKolbe]

Good for you!

[@AmapianoIsMyDNA]

My mom just launched her KZbin channel and she is 77 and blind .I'm going to share this video with her to keep her motivated. Thank you so much .

[@KevinKolbe]

That is SO cool! Please tell her congrats for me.

[@Alsides-DHCross]

Are you allowed to share your mothers channel here on this thread? That’s a brave thing for her to do.

[@AIChess-im9qk]

I am so inspired! Thank you!

[@thecoffeemess]

I'm 49 and this is the push that I needed.

[@FilamentFriday]

I started in 2014 at 53 and today have 297k subs and will soon retire with a nice supplemental retirement income from KZbin. Best part is 10yrs in, I still enjoy making/editing my videos. And I do it all on an iPad. So anybody can do it and I’ve made some great friends from all over the world that I often see online and in person at conferences.

[@heraldhp7557]

@@FilamentFriday its so nice to see u.. I am saleem, like to start a youtub channel

[@KevinKolbe]

That's so cool! Congrats for starting years ago and your success too!

[@Gardeninggurl]

I am a 45 stay at home parent that homeschool's my daughter. I'm also a caregiver to my sister, she lives with us. My husband is disabled and I'm really trying to build my brand on social media. I have a small crochet business and my main focus is taking care of my family while gardening and learning about herbalism. I'm still trying to combine the gardening and crocheting together

[@9catlover]

i love gardening and crochet. would love to follow you

[@Gardeninggurl]

​@@9catlover❤❤❤❤❤

[@retroplank]

I have had a KZbin for 10 years, but only recently started uploading videos. I only have a couple subscribers, but I feel so happy now!

[@brandydouble338]

You're right. I make super unprofessional craft videos, but I share my skills and ideas and it gets me to do what I love. Not making a living, but having a life.

[@KevinKolbe]

That says a lot too! Thanks for sharing.

[@acidreign6944]

@@brandydouble338 THIS COMMENT!❤

[@brendabrown8042]

I'm 67 years old and want to do a crafting channel. I know nothing about making a videos. Wish me luck.

[@KevinKolbe]

Create as simple as you can with whatever you have.

[@StoicismForToday]

Just seriously started my channel this year. I'm 68. I believe at this age we all have some sort of life experience stuff we can share with others..

[@KevinKolbe]

Yep

[@9amStudio]

I don’t know why I keep seeing videos like these on my feed. I think KZbin wants older people to start a freaking channel.

[@MaxPowers1245]

@@9amStudiothey must have been paid for it, always the same when then they all come out at the same time with the same title like every Insta camera ‘release hey its payday for the content creators…why this is the on;y or you must do this now blah blah _even BlackMagic Design did it ‘’why I’m switching to Resolve and why you should to’’ well it won’t be because every KZbinr got paid to say it. how stupid do they think we are ? They must think it triggers the algorithm the best or some other crap. End result I see five videos with the same title that’s the red flag for the hard no. Either that or they know who all the old guys are and were the only ones who see it.

[@JoeysPainCave]

55 here and just getting started. Looking for all the help I get to grow!

[@MalamSeram]

Left my fulltime job in 2019 as a national broadcaster / radio DJ in Singapore. It has been 5 amazing years being a fulltime KZbinr. No regrets really.

[@KevinKolbe]

Congrats!

[@tou-kon]

Thank you for your advice.I'm 47 years old japanese man. I'm into practice piano now.

[@KevinKolbe]

Cool. Thanks for sharing and watching.

[@marilynkfoster9881]

What a breath of fresh air you are! I started a channel years ago not knowing what i was doing. I have a Facebook group of 7000 members for a decluttering, home keeping and self care group. Im on disability and am allyto work so many hours. Im 65 and I need to work towards income when I can no longer work at ajob. Im also a 4 time self published author and love to write. Im so happy i came across your video! Because you know what? We have wisdom we can share with the world and I think that is neat! Thank you for the confidence for me to try again!

[@KevinKolbe]

Appreciate that. Totally agree with sharing our wisdom too. Thanks for watching.

[@BrianAuer]

I started years ago.. Hit about 13K followers... then lost interest. Need to get back into it because I love helping others reach their goals. Thanks for the reminders and inspiration.

[@kwaktak]

I’m 55 and have had a channel since 2006. These past few years (since 2020) I’ve made videos of me making guitars in my basement workshop but I’m just getting started and make mistakes along the way. I don’t view them as failures but as opportunities to learn and improve.

[@Skoden_lures]

I just gave you a sub. I'm also a luthier.

[@AndrewsVeggiePatch]

Hi. I am 7 and started a gardening channel. Keep making videos! 🎉

[@MyEverydayGarden]

@@AndrewsVeggiePatch Well done you👍

[@thejunkman]

I was an early adopter on KZbin, starting my channel in 2006. Been doing it as a hobby since then. So nearly 20 years. I am an internet nobody, but I have gotten to do things I never thought I would ever do or meet people I would never have met.

[@Kimbuucha]

Kevin you look DAMN good for 63! I recently blew the dust off my KZbin channel after taking a hiatus for about 2 years after having my first child and having a career setback. I'm creeping up on 40 but really been enjoying creating content again, my hobbies and helping people. I feel like I'm just warming up and I appreciate your encouragement, it’s just what I need 💪🏾

[@KevinKolbe]

Really appreciate your comment. Cool to hear you're doing KZbin again too. Thanks so much for watching.

[@themarekch]

That's fantastic, mate 👌 👍 great

[@keithrussell4548]

Im 65 and just starting youtube. Ill take any pointers

[@hadleymanmusic]

I subbed 2 ya

[@venitawelcome6888]

Thank you so much. This is timely and encouraging. I am 73 years old and wanted to do this for years but fear stopped me. Now at this beautiful age I care about me and the message planted in me. Thanks again❤

[@charleshurst584]

I'm 67 now. I started my KZbin channel in 2020 I just now got 118 subscribers. I didn't think I would get this far but now it seems to be growing fast. I appreciate your experience and input. It helps. We are never too old to learn. Thanks

[@tothebackofbeyond]

Im 46 started my motorcycle travel channel and clocked 300 Subscribers yesterday and 211 watch hours, the road ahead is long but i wont give up.

[@KevinKolbe]

Nice!

[@periel]

I’m 62. I’m a singer-songwriter. I’ve had a channel for years but I’ve mostly used my channel to showcase shelter dogs.via want to start sharing more music but i’m completely unknown and only have 100 subscribers and I don’t even know if those subscribers are even legit. There are so many singer-songwriters out there I feel like I will just be a drop on the ocean. I don’t really have any knowledge about anything that I can share. Just my music and my rescue dogs. I’m such an introvert I need a little encouragement.

[@KevinKolbe]

Sounds like to me you DO have knowledge and passion and skills for music and shelter dogs. Can you do both on the same channel? Might be a stretch but depends on how you showcase it. Don't sell yourself short. Take a shot and put it out there. Oh by the way, I'm a hybrid introvert/extrovert...if there is such a thing. 😃

[@themercurialmoxie]

@@KevinKolbe indeed, it's called an ambivert. I'm the same.

[@anxylum]

You should definitely do it! ❤ I’m 50 years old, and in the very early stages of creating a singer/songwriter community. The focus will be on older beginners, and/or anyone who feels they’re “not good enough” (as I’ve felt my whole life…) or just way too shy to put themselves out there. I really want to build a welcoming community! 🥰 ☠️ 🏴‍☠️

[@periel]

@@nowadayswithandy cool. I’ll check yours out as well!

[@periel]

@@nowadayswithandy cool. I’ll check yours out as well!

[@alrives]

Hi Kevin I’m 57 and just got laid off from my job at a Hollywood studio. I’m subscribing to follow your journey.

[@KevinKolbe]

Sorry to hear about the job.

[@user-poppykiki-2]

I started my KZbin channel this week, just uploaded my 3rd video. I’m 62 and enjoy the process. I appreciate your insights.

[@KevinKolbe]

YES! Congrats for starting!

[@user-poppykiki-2]

Thanks, Kevin

[@RetiringToAsia]

Great advice. Even if it's just a hobby, START a channel. I was in the same boat. I wanted to retire early, had a 5 year plan and then my position was eliminated. Lemonade from lemons, I retired early and moved to paradise in Thailand and my channel took off after just a month living here. Now it's brining a steady income, I'm making tons of new friends, and it keeps me busy shooting video of things I enjoy doing and sharing with others.

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool. Glad to hear it's going well too!

[@BohoWarriorYoga444]

I am being very very called to start a KZbin channel and I have been for years. Great FEAR is holding me back though! Fear of being seen, saying the wrong thing, failing, looking silly, getting attacked, and THE TECH STUFF. I get SO frustrated with tech and then my creativity is gone. I have tried a few times but tech doesn't seem to be my friend. I know in my gut, this will change my life in so many ways. I wish I had more support.

[@christophershultz1620]

Yeah me too, all that stuff. I'll subscribe to your channel. I hope I can be brave enough at 57. God bless you.

[@KevinKolbe]

There's a whole community here that supports others. And there's someone out there that needs you however you happen to create. Mistakes will always happen. Don't let any of that define you. Just create.

[@foxtrotwhiskyx]

I’m 56! I have as much equipment as I need to get going. But (and here’s the but) I’m struggling to get going. Will it be good enough? Will I be good enough? do I actually do anything interesting? Yes I do, I moved 100 miles away from my family to start a new life by the sea. See, I do have enough content to get going. The tech side frightens me tho. Editing is not my friend.

[@KevinKolbe]

My prediction - that "good enough" voice will stay there until you say "shut up!" and just create. Be good enough for you!

[@SamanthaJasmer1]

I hear you guys, in the same boat! I just turned 60 and unemployed at the moment🥴

[@TinaHBeautifulJourney]

59 and I've had my channel just over 3 years. I thought about it for 2 years before I actually got up the nerve to do it. I love the creativity of it, the community, and learning all the things. If I were just doing it for the money, I'd have quit long ago. I'm now at a place where I can give more consistent attention to my channel and I'm working hard to get my last 400 watch time hours so I can get monetized. I am already making a little with affiliate links.

[@KevinKolbe]

Good for you! Glad you shook off the nerves and jumped in! Thanks for sharing. Thank you for watching too!

[@hippieelegance]

@@TinaHBeautifulJourney I have sat on it for years also, but I knew the time would come and it would resonate and I just started back up🤍

[@richardhyatt-beekeeping]

40+39=79 Yeah, I started when I was 79. Now at 80 I'm at 751 subs and 670 public watch time. Another 5 years and I'll be monetized!

[@KevinKolbe]

Or sooner. You never know.

[@richardhyatt-beekeeping]

@@KevinKolbe Or later. You never know. 😅

[@kathleenlogan8229]

@@richardhyatt-beekeeping I'm 64, I'm gonna do it.

[@vpkumar1950]

Great . I am 74. How to start.

[@piepersplaying]

That's awesome, dude! You are an excellent example to everyone.

[@MachiningandMicrowaves]

I'm 66 and still work at my Day Job, so I can't upload as often as I want to, but I've had opportunities to appear on TV as a result of having the channel, as well as lots of interesting collabs and sponsorships. I started my channel after my wife died, we'd been married 37 years. I've made some amazing contacts as a direct result of having the channel. Only 52k subs so far but watching you reminds me to Just Get It Done, working on my next vid today!

[@KevinKolbe]

Thanks for sharing that.

[@VanessaKittredge]

Hi Kevin, I’m 56. I’ve been planning to do Utube for a few years. Written scripts. Researched topics. My voice and my face holds me back. I’m not totally hideous just self conscious and not photogenic. Also not totally sure my niche is profitable. I’m a massage therapist and want to teach new MTs the ropes for being mindful and developing specialized modalities that put them way above the churn and burn franchise style clinics. 😅🤷‍♀️

[@KevinKolbe]

We will always be our worst critics. Give yourself grace and just start.

[@TheCanadianStrokeSurvivors]

Just turned 52 and finally started KZbin last month to document our family’s Stroke Recovery Journey. Thank you for the tactical tips and encouragement for this generation.

[@KevinKolbe]

What a great reason to start!

[@lisashirtz7224]

I am 66. I want to make a channel about guiding parents to the best books to help them teach their children to read. My life experience combines years of teaching reading, working in a children's bookstore and working in an award winning library. I am eager to share what I know.😊

[@liahalsall]

Hi Kevin 👋🏻 I'm Lia from Australia 🇦🇺 and I wanted to say this was refreshing to watch and listen to. As a 52-year-old Retired Veteran, it's humbling to find a fellow mature KZbinr to learn from as I begin my creative journey and tell my story of Lia 3.0 (third times a charm they say). I look forward to watching more of your videos and learning from someone I resonate with. And agree, there's a gap when it comes to mature Vloggers + KZbinrs so here's to shortening that gap. 👩🏻‍🦱

[@KevinKolbe]

Hey from the US! Thanks so much for sharing and your service too! Can't wait to see you on KZbin!

[@jessicadentalaid4728]

If you could do a series of super-duper beginners “how to start” like, what software to buy, how to hook up equipment to each other, how to stay safe online and not over-expose yourself to scam artists. I’m concerned about safety when my face is all over the internet. Eg: good tip to not give out the gmail account associated with KZbin. Idk that!

[@KevinKolbe]

Those are really great ideas! Making a list. Thank you!

[@TalesFromTheLych]

I got help from Collin Michael gave me a good starting point being all I have is my phone rn....bout as broke as can be 😅

[@hearpalhere]

Great video, my hat's off to you! I started two channels a few years back now and couldn't agree more with your sentiments. People will tune in to your content because of what makes you unique. Content will always win over video quality, lighting, fancy gear, etc. If you are speaking from the heart or sharing art that is genuine, people with resonate with it. Greetings from Hungary!

[@KevinKolbe]

Well said! Totally agree! Hey from the US!

[@Gigmaster]

I am 68 and do KZbin videos every day! Love it!

[@KevinKolbe]

Dude...was just thinking of you! Appreciate you!

[@Gigmaster]

@@KevinKolbe Keep up the great videos Kevin!

[@cherrygui]

🎉

[@TatianaTeachesOnline]

47 years going here 🤩. Appreciate the encouragement and the message about balancing your family obligations especially having a child with special needs. 👌🏼 Thanks Kevin.

[@KevinKolbe]

Absolutely. Appreciate you watching and commenting too.

[@themarekch]

Almost 40 but I hear you.

[@rockinrodlittle]

60+ here. I enjoy making content. I don’t ask for likes or subscribers. I just do it as a hobby and a nice historical record for my kids and grandkids. It other folks like my videos; that’s great too

[@KevinKolbe]

Very nice!

[@ceofounder2x]

Kevin - Loved this video. I’m 71, have bought gear, am afraid to start. If I do, you are a big reason why. THANK YOU BROTHER!!!❤😊

[@KevinKolbe]

Thank YOU! That really means a lot. Thinking of doing a short course to help creators just get going. Would you see value in that?

[@melissalouw3971]

55 and ready now to do this. Need to seriously build retirement fund. Feeling brave!

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@alexanorussano3802]

@@KevinKolbe Kevin...I was just thinking about that today...!!!

[@PaulPoGoaIndia]

Hi sir I’m 43 ☺️and yeah I’m a KZbin period ❤ 🙌 started my journey in 2008 .. 2020 I tuk it a bit differently ! I’m still learning that’s all I can say 🙌cheers to everyone in here all the best ❤❤ keep learning and sharing 🙌

[@rugs_mcfly]

Great video. I'm definitely one of those people who keep saying "I want to start a channel" but never do. I keep making excuses like 'my house isn't nice enough', or 'I don't have enough money'. And I know these are just my own personal insecurities and not actual hindrances. The only thing that's really stopping me is ME.

[@KevinKolbe]

You can do it!

[@memyselfinasia]

Thanks Kevin , I’m 55 , 12 years of retirement . No kids , not married , self employed massage therapist for 31 years but decided to take chance and test early retirement even though I don’t have thousands of pounds. So Thailand here I come for 6 months and thought why not start a you tube channel to see if a new life , a better life can be achieved by filming it on you tube so people at my age thinking about it can also make that move . It may or may not be the right move but to document my time will tell the story to others . Thanks for your inspiring video to go for it

[@KevinKolbe]

That sounds like it could be really cool! Hope it goes well! Thank you for watching!

[@jamuseme]

@@memyselfinasia I agree! Very cool, quite an original perspective. I loved Thailand and spent time there when I was young. Learning about how it could work for me now - many decades later - would definitely pique my interest.

[@next50years100]

Would love a tutorial on editing. That is the learning curve I need to get through. Thanks for all the info. Appreciate it.

[@KevinKolbe]

Noted! Thanks for the idea.

[@Pushing100Podcast]

The company for whom I edit podcasts no longer accepts clients who won't do video, mostly because by not doing so they're not fully engaged with... KZbin. Won't work with KZbin = Won't work. Thanks always for your dedication!

[@KevinKolbe]

Dang...hadn't heard of something like that but can be motivation for anyone who doesn't do video. Appreciate you dude!

[@nicoled5160]

i was holding back thinking it had to be perfect. thousands of pages of notes and research. this video encouraged me to embrace imperfection and gradual improvement and explore as i go. 😊 thanks again. i needed to hear this encouragement. ❤

[@KevinKolbe]

Yeah, that "being perfect" thing is such a creative killer. Just create!

[@StewartPalmshore]

Very encouraging. I’m 62 and just getting into it.

[@KevinKolbe]

Nice! You got this!

[@ShaunWaveGo]

Im 44 years old and started my youtube channel about Traveling and Abandoned places 8 months ago. Went from 0 subscribers to 509 subscribers in that time.. i want to film more places for everyone to enjoy and hopefully do this full time.

[@KevinKolbe]

That sounds really cool!

[@Lori.ReturnToFreedom]

I’m now 46 and was DREAMING about making a KZbin channel 7 years ago. Started in 2023, but a couple months ago scrapped that and started again with a new focus ❤. Thanks for the encouragement 😉🙌

[@KirbyEnthusiast]

I’m 54 and started my KZbin channels in 2020 . So glad I did

[@KevinKolbe]

Wooo-hooo!

[@michaelcagle5938]

Could someone do a breakdown for older people to start a youtube channel? Some of us really need help to even know where to start.

[@KevinKolbe]

Done. Watch this next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYOnoGaObrCIrZI

[@TheLEBOCANDIO]

Kevin, I'm a 39-year-old advertiser, on the verge of turning 40. Throughout my career, I’ve been on a constant creative journey, always looking for ways to tell stories that connect with people and offer a fresh, challenging perspective. Over the years, I’ve worked in massive agencies and led creative marketing strategies within big corporations. Today, my role as a creative director is as varied as it is challenging, and that relentless pursuit of new challenges, consulting, and pure creativity is what drives me every day. Watching your video came at a critical moment in my life, and, as they say, it caught me by surprise. As you put it, it's not just about "inspiring," but sometimes it’s essential to find that unique vision and perspective that only someone with a professional journey like yours can offer. Thank you for that, and you’ve got a new subscriber here. Greetings from Chile, in the far-off south of the world!

[@KevinKolbe]

Appreciate that, especially coming from someone who's worked in the Creative Industry like I have. Thanks for watching and hey from the US.

[@601RoLiz]

What’s holding me back is every time I click on an “anyone can do KZbin” video, I see someone who is obviously gifted and experienced with editing, producing, etc. lol! You have a great presence and such an amazing voice. I’m afraid I would sound like the one person they always interview after the tornado takes the above ground swimming pool!😂 Thanks for the encouragement! ❤

[@KevinKolbe]

Or maybe you wouldn't. Its way to easy to compare ourselves to others, especially if its something we want to do. Everyone starts someone. You were created with a purpose. If you want to do video on KZbin, just do it.

[@tangokaleidos1926]

ai has come a long way with voices. Most people would never know it is ai and it gets better every day.

[@mirtajusicd.podcasting]

1. EVERYONE hates hearing their own voice on a recording at first! That's because we've been listening to ourselves with the ears that are, well, attached to our heads! - Our voice comes from the inside. - Everyone else's voice comes to our ears from the "outside". That's why our own voice seems flat, strange, foreign and often higher then we're used to when we hear a recording of it. --> You'll get used to hearing yourself in your videos and soon become comfortable with it. 2. Resist comparing yourself to others. You are unique. 😊 Everyone is. Their circumstances and starting point are different. You start from yours and - just be you! OK. Now go and shoot your first video.

[@fifthfloorgarden]

Hi Kevin, we have a very similar career path. I have always worked as an editor and director in television and advertising. I'm 66 years old and I started a channel three months ago in which I talk about my lifestyle here in the countryside in northern Italy. The thing that surprised me in some way is that my audience is made up of people aged 25 to 64 and that the 25 to 34 range is significantly higher. I find it very interesting. Another thing I really appreciate is that the comments come from many countries with very different cultures.

[@KevinKolbe]

That's one of the things I love about KZbin, the diversity from all over the world!

[@patrick_k_]

KZbin knows that I'm over 40 and that I want to start a channel...so it sent me your video. Thanks YT and to you for your encouragement.

[@helencantimagine]

Hey Kevin, I started my channel in March 2024 at age 69. I love it. It's a legacy for my children. I don't have a niche; I post when I want to, I'm no beauty, but I get in front of the camera for every video, and my lighting is not good. I use my laptop to make my videos. I'm not pressured to be what someone wants me to be; I'm just me. You folks out there who want a KZbin channel...jump in; the waters are just fine!

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool! Great advice too!

[@AwCrap-Tech]

I’m 68 and started my channel last November. My channel is aimed at seniors, but it’s a real struggle. We need to have collaborative work between seniors content creators to help our segment grow.

[@KevinKolbe]

Good for you! Not a bad idea either about working together more. Hmmmm.....

[@g_and_kikos_studio]

I started my channel at 42. It's been slow going, with some videos doing really well. But it's another outlet for my creativity and has made my music grow

[@Littlesweetlittleheat]

Your friend was right I’m 35 and I clicked on this video. Simply because I was taught the old-school way of doing things. Get a good job stay loyal they’ll treat you right. Times have changed. I need to change with the times.

[@Smokescreencentral]

Same here. I decided to have a try my channel again 2021. I decided to flip my thinking narrative in 2021 after burning out in 2014 on my Y/T. Went from 54 to 1300+ subs current. I also joined a group interested in the same gaming also assisted in the channel growing. It's fun having a Ytube channel and grow your community at your pace. This was the philosophy I used for me. I'm older but have fun gaming still even if my reflexes aren't as great as 20 years ago, make a channel about casual gaming and I don't have to be perfect. People will like it or hate it. Get to use my second interest computer tech when editing. I can only basic editing at best even.

[@BassetTrio]

I'm 47, started uploading videos of my hounds last December. I'm retired U.S. Army and work now as IT network engineer. I have been in and out of a depressed state since I retired, my three dogs always make me happy no matter what, so one day I decided to upload a few videos of them being silly with the hope that maybe someone would see them and it would brighten their day just a little bit. Next thing I know I started getting subscribers and building a community. Now I look forward every day to the comments I get on the videos and it has definitely brought alot of joy back into my life. Anyone out there reading this that might be in a similar situation that I was in should definitely try creating a channel, it helped me greatly!

[@frederikwintherlarsen]

Thank you for sharing this. I just started my own channel two months ago. I am 34 years old. I am actually very surprised about the progress I have made already. I have 700+ subscribers and 4000+ watch time hours. I hope that my channel gets monetised within the next month or so. Everything is possible if you just believe in yourself!

[@KevinKolbe]

You can do it!

[@frederikwintherlarsen]

@@KevinKolbe Thank you so much. I have been monetised for a month now. I am very surprised and excited about the potential of a small KZbin channel.

[@LivestreamUniverse]

The great thing about the online universe, whether it's video, writing books or starting a business, is that you're never too old to do what you love.

[@KevinKolbe]

Say it again for anyone in the back! True words too. Appreciate you dude.

[@santaonline0280]

Thanks Kevin! I’m over 70. 75 to be precise. During COVID I started offering my services as a Santa Claus Portrayal Artist through my website. I added a KZbin channel but have never really exploited it. You have motivated me to start being more aggressive about this social media platform. I’m passionate about the personal and global benefits of Kindness. I’m going to use KZbin as my pulpit. ❤🎅🏻

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool. Love this too!

[@renukaussie]

Subscribed as 34

[@ZenAndSoul]

I did it last year in my late 50s! And I am so grateful to God for giving me this idea and motivating me to keep going. I can only recommend it to everyone. Thanks for your video, Kevin!

[@601RoLiz]

Oh my goodness, this is the most authentic and most helpful video I’ve watched all year.

[@KevinKolbe]

Wow! That means a lot. Appreciate you sharing and watching too!

[@desertcatmoto]

Haha! Started mine at 40 last year. Tons to learn. Life balance…. I get around to videos, when I have the time. It’s a hobby and fun time for me. 🤙🏼

[@Average_Middle_Aged_American]

I started my channel this year at 53. I am so close to my goal of 1000 subscribers - only 20 away! Wish me luck!

[@jeremybertrand8270]

Subscribed!👍

[@Average_Middle_Aged_American]

@@jeremybertrand8270 - Wow. Thanks!

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@Richiez22908]

Thanks for this. 51 Years old here and I was also a "Creative Services Director" but in radio... and was decades ago now. Always think about doing something here on YT... not even for the money but just for a challenge. Someday maybe an idea and inspiration will overcome the apprehension.

[@KevinKolbe]

Just do it!

[@tomsawyer2]

i am 83 an̈d i started my channel last year. i am going for 1000 subscribers

[@KevinKolbe]

Nice!

[@5ThingsI]

Hey Kevin, just found your channel via this video - I've subscribed, you just seem like a genuinely great guy and as a 40+ who's thought about dipping his toe into KZbin the video resonated - look forward to more of your videos

[@KevinKolbe]

Wow, thank you!

[@FretboardMaestro]

I’m 48, I started a KZbin channel many years ago, and I’m just been working on it more recently but I’m not consistent. That’s changing here soon! Thanks for representing those of us over 40…

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@TressedOut]

Thank you for the encouragement to start a KZbin channel!

[@KevinKolbe]

Absolutely! Keep us posted on your journey!

[@thesacredprofaneco]

Hey Kevin, so excited to find you. I am making the leap at 47 to become a full-time content creator and author. Hoping to inspire other middle-aged women specifically single moms who need to find their voice.

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@RichArtLove]

Just found this for the first time. Positive & pragmatic stuff. Encouraging me to get started at 74. As a former creative pro with decades of rich world wide experiences & amazing stories I've become so discouraged by my age & poverty that I've basically given up on ever sharing my voice or caring. Your downhome attitude has make me rethink what's possible. Thanks! Subscribed!

[@KevinKolbe]

Thanks so much for sharing that.

[@startupbusinesscoaching]

I’m 71 and have a coaching channel. People over 50 are looking to start businesses. And a channel is a good one too. Subscribed!

[@plainjaneproud]

My biggest holdup is concerns about privacy/safety and tax/business license challenges.

[@ScottEGrainger]

I’m 64 and started 4 months ago. I just got notified a whopping 25 subscribers but still going

[@KevinKolbe]

Hey 25 subscribers is good!

[@lisalee2885]

You Go Scott 👍👍

[@bobpaulinskimasterofwine]

Great video! I started my KZbin channel at age 60. I wanted to prove that an old dog could learn a new trick. In under two years, I have 12k subscribers and wonderful community of supporters. It’s been gratifying and at times quite humbling.

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool! Channel looks good too!

[@ingeclaeys3761]

@@bobpaulinskimasterofwine how much money are you making from your channel?

[@bobpaulinskimasterofwine]

@@ingeclaeys3761 Varies widely, range of $250 to $1K per month.

[@melixx]

34 years old and I'm finally encouraged/motivated to get on the KZbin channel. I have been talking and thinking about it for years but dont know what to do it about. But i guess I'll just record videos wheh inspired to do so and post them. Then hone in on what i enjoy. I always tried to plan it all out beforehand. No more excuses-not even being a busy mom. THANK YOU!!!

[@thecapableplanet7885]

I had the same feelings as you in the beginning, I would post a video then I would delete it because I didn’t think it came out right I did this like four or five times before I finally was like screw it and decidedto keep a video up my first video that I decided to keep up his on animal crossing for the Nintendo switch so I just made my channel about gaming. I originally I originally I wanted my channel to be about anything I want to talk about, but then I realized that when I talked about certain things people just didn’t care. I guess what I’m trying to say is don’t focus too much on the small stuff. Just do what you enjoy and the views and subscribers will come, and it is important to know there is no exact formula for the KZbin algorithm some videos you make that you think are good will get very few views while others you make that you think suck will be the ones that get hundreds of 1000s of views sorry if this is long winded, I just figured it may help.

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@theretiredcoupletravelsthe5603]

Kevin , thanks for the video. I am now 66 and I started a while ago a flight reviews channel now as me and my wife are retired. Not to make a living of it , just the fun of it and to learn something new. Its learning by doing. Our goal is to reach 1000 subs and to get monetized, it works slowly now at 845 subs but hopefully this year we will reach our goal!

[@KevinKolbe]

That's fantastic! Sounds fun too. Thanks for sharing.

[@Archer369]

👍 thanks Kevin glad to hear your point of views. You can be proud to share your earnings from your efforts. My recent channel keeps growing with 60 videos so far, 32 subscribers and growing. Hope to see your next video.

[@KevinKolbe]

Appreciate it. Keep creating!

[@Archer369]

@@KevinKolbe thanks for the inspiration ! God bless

[@lulaslabyrinth13]

Your energy is so calming...and humble 😊 .

[@KevinKolbe]

Wow. Thank you so much!

[@letscookwithleigh]

Love this Kevin. In my 40s. Had my channel for a few years, coming back after 6 months off. Burn out is real, so doing what you want to do is the key rather than chasing the metrics.

[@KevinKolbe]

Agree!

[@ruddyvercruyssen4831]

I'm 54 . I've always wanted to do this. I do have a channel. I'm not the best public speaker, however , I'm trying. Thank you for being inspiring. Just using my phone to do the work . I'm watching my channel grow a little at a time . I have also subscribed to your channel to learn how to be a better content creator

[@KevinKolbe]

Just trying is more than some do. As far as your phone, that's all you need too. Keep creating!

[@mhenderson5305]

I'm 70 years old, just starting my channel. I appreciate your knowledge!

[@mabutiumaga]

You have already pension you should enjoy of your life and travel, not working anymore. For where need anymore collect more money if you have already enough passive incoming money in every month (pension).

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@KevinKolbe]

Or he can do this for the fun of it and maybe make money too. If it's not for you, that's cool, but how about encouraging someone who is trying.

[@mabutiumaga]

@@KevinKolbe Thank you Mr Kevin i hope you are well there today

[@positivegroove]

fantastic.

[@AndresBurbano]

Thank you. I already have my channel but this boost my inspiration.

[@KevinKolbe]

So cool to hear that, thanks!

[@rebeccasrambles]

So glad to watch and listen to a video that's relaxed, no hype. Thanks

[@KevinKolbe]

Appreciate that. Thank you

[@CURRENTPHASE...electric]

I'm 51 and would love to learn and earn enough to be able to get off the lonely streets and heal.

[@KevinKolbe]

Hopefully you can.

[@Chris_Blackstock_Music]

Great video. I started my KZbin channel when I started recording my own music in my home recording studio. My studio is like yours, a spare bedroom which is my sanctuary for writing songs and the whole process until it is released. I was asked to do a reaction video and then it started to get busy. I am not monetized as I am a Canadian Veteran and it would affect my benefits. I actually love music and it keeps me healthy (PTSD). My main goal was to have a record of my music for someday when I am gone. Thanks for your great vids...subscribing and watching more.

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool!

[@ElPisstoffo]

Hi Kevin!!! Thanks for posting this video. Enjoyed learning from it. I'm in my 50's. Started Youtubing in June of 2024. Currently over 700 vids and short vids. Almost 800 subs too. Doing like you said and focused on KZbin. There's a lot to learn. My audience is mostly older males with older woman, which I'm starting to see higher numbers of. My content is based on what I want to create, and when I notice large subs in response to a topic, I create more to feed that interest. My biggest draws are gumball machines, drag racing, and an old ratty lawnmower. 😂😂😂 There's a market for everything. Anyways, I subscribed to your channel. Appreciate your knowledge. Best wishes as you go forward. ❤❤🙂

[@KevinKolbe]

Appreciate that. Gotta say those interests sound cool!

[@ElPisstoffo]

@@KevinKolbe Thank you!!

[@passtheenergy8464]

Thanks For Passing The Energy

[@KevinKolbe]

Sure thing.

[@stevecriddle]

I started posting KZbin videos in April of this year, at the age of 56. It's pretty niche stuff (I go for walks in the English countryside, film a bunch of footage and then edit down as an abridged version of the experience), but as a friend told me recently - KZbin is full of niches. That's part of the brilliance of it - we get to see good content that would probably never be commissioned for TV. Perhaps the one thing that I've been surprised by is my reaction to getting likes, subscribes and nice comments from complete strangers. Coming from an IT background, to receive positive feedback from people about something creative that I've made is a bit of a new experience. It feels like it validates the effort I've put in.

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool. Sounds like a neat idea too!

[@jeanineskitchen2607]

I love KZbin, I have a cooking channel, it's what I love to do, and I love to make friends and talk endlessly, so it's a natural fit for me. I had no experience at all. It's funny I ran out of a school class for fear of public speaking, now because of KZbin I am not afraid. I started during covid. I'm at it 4 yrs, and I'm 62 so for me, it's the best hobby I could add to my list. I love doing anything creative so this for me is about fun, I don't think I'll ever get money out of it, but who knows I'm creative so we will see how that end of it goes. I and hubby are retired, and he helps me so much he is a retired IT manager and programmer, so It's amazing to share it together. Right now he's recovering from surgery, but will be back soon. I must say it's not easy to get monetized, I have been at it hard and still trying to reach that 1000 subscribers. I think it's harder for a cooking channel because there are so many.

[@KevinKolbe]

There are so many [name a niche] channels period. There's also room for one more, or actually a lot more.

[@chefsivi]

i have a cooking channel too

[@TheAbbycon]

❤ I’m 56 and been considering starting a channel for a few years. Thank you for this video, you have inspired me! 😊

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@Cemandsandycooks]

Just three days ago, my husband and I took the leap and started our KZbin cooking channel. We’re at 7 subscribers, and it feels amazing to know people are already tuning in! Starting this journey was the best decision, and we’re excited to keep sharing our love for cooking with our subscribers. Here’s to growth and success for everyone following their passion!

[@KevinKolbe]

Nice! Congrats on starting!

[@Cemandsandycooks]

@@KevinKolbe Thank you!

[@wingandhog]

I’m 64. I started my channel a few years ago. It’s more of a hobby for myself than anything. I am not trying to turn this into something commercial. Basically I wanted to expand my love of motorcycling with action camera video recording and editing. It is time consuming but fun. I even have a few subscribers of which I am grateful. I do need to record and produce more content but sometimes life gets in the way.

[@KevinKolbe]

Good for you for starting. And yeah, life happens. Create when you can and have fun!