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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@SoCalSurfer69]

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

[@KevinKolbe]

Good for you!

[@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 😅

[@KirbyEnthusiast]

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

[@KevinKolbe]

Wooo-hooo!

[@MariaTeresaSantiago-g7i]

You know when a video pops up on your KZbin feed and you feel like the universe put it there just for you? You were that video this morning, and I thank you for your message, your suggestions and your encouragement. A 71 year old here working on learning how to launch my own channel because I have things to share. I’m looking forward to the experiences and adventures I know I will find. 😊

[@KevinKolbe]

Way cool! So glad you found it too! Let us know how your journey goes!

[@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?

[@BeforetheBeginning-TOC]

62 Here and I started my channel May 2024 with the help of my granddaughter! I actually started a podcast first trying to encourage people that it’s never too late. Here’s to staying the course!!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 👍👍

[@mrmasseur100]

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]

@@mrmasseur100 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.

[@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...!!!

[@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.

[@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.9555]

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.

[@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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@SavvyShannon]

@@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🤍

[@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.

[@GardeningforBeginners]

I started youtube channel at 50 years old and a very shy person but love to garden. If you have a passion and love to show others it does not matter how old you are

[@KevinKolbe]

How cool! Totally agree too!

[@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.

[@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!

[@miladylaughalot]

I started my KZbin channel 52 days ago. Life sometimes gets in the way but every day brings me new ideas for my channel. Health wealth and live to you and your channel. Message received loud and clear. Xoxo

[@KevinKolbe]

52 days ago! How cool! Keep creating.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Keep the ideas coming! Best of luck to you!

[@lorettaturner9144]

I started at 44, I am still 44. I started after a bad break up and I really don’t know what I am doing. What is do know is, my videos, I can look back on, and possibly, they may help someone like me. Thank you for your sharing!!

[@KevinKolbe]

Really like your perspective of creating for others, like a video archive. Thanks for sharing that.

[@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]

🎉

[@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.

[@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!

[@lunazamoraart]

I’m retired, and I’m an artist who has fallen into the Ai rabbit hole. I love it🎉!!! I taught myself these skills using KZbin University. I think my niche will probably appeal to women in their 40s to 60s who want to use AI to be creative. So now I’m looking for all the older creator channels! Thanks for your time!

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool! Thanks for sharing and best with creating!

[@InTheVise]

I started KZbin at 40-ish. Age is just a number!

[@KevinKolbe]

Absolutely. Thanks for watching!

[@Faithstreamchannel]

That is TRUE!!!! WIth age comes knowledge, so we have alot to offer this platform! Best of luck in all that you do!

[@themarekch]

Got to start ✅️ right

[@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!

[@ShaunWavePlus]

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!

[@Eibhlis]

@@ShaunWavePlus That’s awesome!

[@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.....

[@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!

[@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!

[@scoimalloi3405]

Im mid fifties, fed up with my job. Been meaning to start YT channel for a while. This is inspiring me, thanks!

[@KevinKolbe]

Glad it helped. Thank you for watching.

[@greenteasister]

Hi Kevin, I’m nowhere near 40, but thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing your experience. I started a month ago, and been enjoying the process and the community aspect of it. God bless!

[@KevinKolbe]

"nowhere near 40" ouch...😂...joking. Thanks for dropping a comment and thanks for watching too.

[@greenteasister]

@@KevinKolbe ahaha I will be 40 one day 😂

[@beyondbarrierspodcast]

I’m 43 I came across this and decided to continue to try to make being a content creator a success. I love it but I do get discouraged at times. I’m special needs myself and know exactly what it like to having to rearrange schedules part of the reason I decided to go this route to have the flexibility of being available for appointments. Thanks for this video.

[@KevinKolbe]

Make it work for you, your life, and your schedule!

[@crossthestreetpdx]

46! and im doing it! Team Cross the Street

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@JusOleHutch]

At 64 I too am just starting a KZbin channel. And trust me it seems harder than I thought to teach an old dog new tricks. But I am going to stick with it for good or bad. Worst case scenario my grandchildren I have something to laugh at when I’m dead lol

[@JasonLorette]

I started my channel at 49, currently 53. I initially started it to 'learn' how to make video, more and more focus was on video in the world, and I wanted to learn...then I fell down the rabbit hole and loved it. Currently, I'm not yet monetized, I have passed the 1K sub threshold (1140), but the 4K watch hours is giving me a bit of grief at the moment...not giving up, but that one is a tough one. Only 9% of all active KZbin channels ever pass the 1K sub threshold and I'm very happy I've done that...onward and upward!

[@KevinKolbe]

Sounds like you're growing the right way! 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

[@motorhomemavericks1]

Started our youtube channel in our 50s this year. As full time van lifers, it gave us something to do in the evening

[@KevinKolbe]

I'm a fan of van life videos! Congrats to you both!

[@daniellemaroney2931]

I just turned 46 I'm tired of the 9 to 5, and I'm tired of my fate being in someone else hands. But the reason why I have been hesitant to start a KZbin channel is because I don't know how to navigate social media. And my self-confidence is not very good right now. Basically, I don't know what the hell I'm doing.

[@KevinKolbe]

It can be very daunting and sometimes overwhelming. If you're ready, create what you can when you can and grow as you go.

[@SuperMjennings]

Yes please help me lol 😂!

[@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.

[@BagsTotesPurses-DebbiBuck31]

I’m 72 and starting my second channel. My first one is just out there to inform people on autism and I don’t mess with it at all. My new channel is going to be my retirement job and you have encouraged me.

[@Steven-Thompson]

Inspiring! Best of luck with your new channel!

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool. Hope all goes well!

[@AllAboutSpainbyBarryHaylor]

I am 73 now and 5 years into my channel. I do all my editing and really enjoy it. All self taught on everything from editing and filming.

[@KevinKolbe]

Other than age, sounds like we're twins!

[@StewartPalmshore]

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

[@KevinKolbe]

Nice! You got this!

[@lavenderclothesline]

I started my KZbin channel just shy of me being 60 years old! ( 4 years ago now). I started a channel, posting videos to help encourage others to try out what I do for a full time living… reselling pre owned items! I am a full time flipper 😂 my channel was monetized in one month! I think there is a need for our mature voices in today’s world more than ever 💜 and here I am … just shy of 64 years old, 87,000 subscribers on KZbin ( making a full time income from Adsense) and still earning a living on eBay and facebook marketplace 💜 I have met hundreds of my subscribers in person thanking me for helping to encourage them.. I have also met my new husband in a thrift store!! Just amazing!

[@sherylreed3558]

@@lavenderclothesline HOW DO YOU DO THAT?? I run across so many great items, antiques etcetc. Gadgets!! Crafts, expensive Decor But no idea beyond being this VERY UNWILLING HORDER!!! 😂 how to make a profit from these things!!!

[@KevinKolbe]

That is WAY cool! Congrats and thanks for sharing too!

[@lavenderclothesline]

@@KevinKolbethanks Kevin! so glad I found your channel! Looking forward to watching your videos 👍💜

[@lavenderclothesline]

@@sherylreed3558lots of how to videos on KZbin! 👍

[@seedelle3883]

Very encouraging. I love the part where you said you love editing I do find that hard sometimes. Well I find it. There is challenges in other parts too, but I am enjoying the adventure and I started when I was 50 so a little more than a year into it but I’m glad I started so whoever you are being encouraged and I have so much to learn thank you.

[@KevinKolbe]

Enjoying the adventure is a HUGE part of it too! Thanks for watching.

[@planetcoco1]

I just became 66 and I still work a full time job and I am planning to do YOU TUBE asap. I believe there is no age limit for that. Thank you😽 for posting this.

[@KevinKolbe]

Go for it!

[@TheNewJankyWorkshop]

Great video. I started my channel about when I was 40. Definitely a LONG road to grow it (and so much longer to go!), but its been wonderful. Love not only making things, but filming the process, editing, and then producing something else. So basically I get to do double duty. Never too late to start ANYTHING. Betty White didn't even start acting until 51.

[@KevinKolbe]

Didn't know that about Betty White!

[@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

[@BrettVaughnB100]

62 here ... been making videos for a long time .. but doing ok now

[@josesaenz425]

Good luck 😅

[@KevinKolbe]

Hey to 62!

[@Docjuice2021]

Just came across your channel. I am a retired school principal and have been watching many KZbinrs to learn about how this business platform works. I have a few niches that I have been brainstorming. I am more inspired now more than ever. I just subscribed and look forward to hearing more.

[@KevinKolbe]

Nice! Hope you enjoy retirement and making videos too. If you haven't seen the video I did about finding a niche, you might want to check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKmtc2Z5d62ggqM

[@CHICOandtheVAN]

I was an art director for tv and was eliminated as well. Took years to get to 1k subs and watch hours just waning away not growing. 4 years of college was easier than getting monetized on this platform.

[@KevinKolbe]

Agree its not as easy as some teach but its doable. Just gotta decide what your expectations are.

[@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

[@blessed2crochet]

Kevin….Great tips….New Subscriber….I am over 40 and My Mom and I started our own KZbin channel, it is alot more work than people think but it is so much fun! We love the connection and community we built! Keep moving forward snd growing, and help each others grow!

[@KevinKolbe]

How very cool! And yeah, there is more work that goes into than some people realize but for me it's worth it! Keep creating!

[@blessed2crochet]

@@KevinKolbe I will

[@ghostraven339]

Hi Kevin, Your video caught my attention. I wanted to start a KZbin channel, I have some equipment and a lot of knowledge on certain subjects. I'm good with computers. However, I don't know anything about editing videos, how to start, and how to make it look good. And your video is encouraging. I will be 65 next month. I still want to teach what I know, but I live remote now, and teaching my kind of knowledge at home is not really an option. I also have a special needs person at home, and the funny thing is I'm also a seamstress, did costuming for 30+ years. Thank you for doing this, I will take your advice. I will check your other videos now for some help. But how to edit and make it look good is important to me.

[@gertrudeochowa253]

@ghostraven339 Hi, you can do live videos. With live you do not need to edit. Or just do what you can and post just like that. With time you will improve.

[@KevinKolbe]

Thank you so much for sharing. Making notes of your ideas too. Thanks

[@stever507]

I’m about to turn 46. This is just the information I needed to start a KZbin channel from scratch.

[@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.

[@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.

[@gsbguitarsgsb679]

I have been dragging my feet on starting for a few years now. I don’t know why but it’s like a blind spot when you’re driving. You can’t see it but you know it’s there… I am 64 years old and I don’t think I ever thought I had much to offer as far as life experience. It just never occurred to me that someone might be interested in what I have to say. I have a niche, although heavily saturated it’s what I love and am passionate about it. It’s my purpose for sure. Guitars, playing them building them fixing them collecting them, buying them, selling them, trading them, looking at them, talking about them is what I want to do and always wanted to but had to work. Somehow I was never able to make that a profession but always was more than just a hobby. I have found myself involved in several creative endeavors and find new opportunities or ideas that can be overwhelming at times. Your video kept appearing in my feed, I kept ignoring it until tonight. And now I have babbled on for way too long.

[@AlcoholicAudioEngineer]

@gsbguitarsgsb679 Start it up and I will subscribe.

[@TropicoDreams]

Alot of people do the same thing,but its how you do it that separates you from the rest.

[@virginiasmith1336]

@@gsbguitarsgsb679 I would love a channel like that.

[@KevinKolbe]

Nope. Just long enough. Thanks for sharing. Now go create.

[@q8cornel]

Hey, thanks for your take on becoming a youtuber over 40. I am so glad that you spoke about the many benefits of the experience of sharing and community on YT. It not all about algorithms, views and ad revenue.

[@KevinKolbe]

Appreciate that. The comments that continue to pour in definitely prove that too!

[@TressedOut]

Thank you for the encouragement to start a KZbin channel!

[@KevinKolbe]

Absolutely! Keep us posted on your journey!

[@misoboiz]

I'm 57 and started my channel a little while ago. I'm not monetized yet, but I have hope!😀

[@KevinKolbe]

Keep creating!

[@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!

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

I didn’t start my channel until right after my 50th birthday

[@KevinKolbe]

Birthday present to yourself?

[@vo2020]

I am a 55-year female Feeling super lost for most of my life but even worse since 2020. Major life change in 2020. Thank you very much for this video. I appreciate your candor and realness. Working on some ideas for my first video now. 💕🙏🏻💕

[@KevinKolbe]

You are so welcome. I get the life thing too. Life happens to all of us. My mom passed away last year the week before Christmas. Needless to say, creating content wasn't a priority for me right then. Take your time. Create when you can.

[@vo2020]

@@KevinKolbe I’m so sorry about your mom. When my life fell apart, my mom is the one I turned to - even tho we were not on speaking terms, she did everything to help me, and she still does. On days when I just want to stay in bed and cry, she picks me up and takes me to help her run errands. I don’t even want to imagine how your loss feels, but I send you hugs. Thank you for your words of encouragement!

[@KevinKolbe]

Thank you so much. Hold tight to your mom too! ❤️

[@2strive405]

Yes it would be great to see a video of how you've earned money from KZbin or in general would be interesting as well

[@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!!

[@1965ask]

Haven’t started a channel but wanted to for about 10 years.

[@KevinKolbe]

Well, don't make it 11. Just create.

[@MrsGee2014]

Thanks for encouraging us "over 40' yr olds

[@KevinKolbe]

Absolutely. Thank you for watching.

[@teambuilders]

I'm 71 and love being a creator. Love editing too! Yes self taught and you are speaking my language. I have two channels and what i share is "Old Man Wisdom" LOL I have had a wonderful transformation but it began before i became self employed in 1999. And since then I have had multiple small businesses but about 10 years ago got involved with audio and video for my Minister at various churches over the last 10 years. I now have yet another talent and expertise to turn the camera around and just share the love with my community. Love pushing boundaries and just sharing my discoveries and life success tips, tricks and principles. Thanks for this video. Thanks for helping people. It's great because we are all in relationship. And love is the only thing that heals. Blessings my brother.

[@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

[@GrowHealthyGetFit]

It's crazy but I just started a fitness channel and I'm 50 YEARS OLD next month. Documenting my 100 lbs in 365 days fitness transformation. Lol. Sounds crazy just typing it!! I'm gonna give KZbin a serious try this time. Wish me luck..

[@KevinKolbe]

WOOOO-HOOOO! You got this!

[@GrowHealthyGetFit]

@@KevinKolbe We shall see my friend!

[@MiaHessMusic]

I started my YT channel at 59 or 60. I'm 70 now. I think it's easier for an over 60 guy to do a channel and not get slammed for looks. God, people are so catty about womens' looks. No matter how fabulous your content is. I like that you shoot and edit your own videos. I htink where I struggle is my channel has no focus. I'm a professional musician who plays the uke and sings older songs (20s - 70s). I do a few tutorials. Once in a blue moon, I'll talk about a specific ukulele. Once in a blue moon, I'll talk about equipment but I am no expert. I started my channel, really started it when I was diagnosed with cancer. I've had this long career and I didn't want to get "lost." Lost in memory, like I never existed. Then it's that I wanted to share "great American songbook" and beyond because so much of music nowadays (IMO) is crap. OK, so this is rambling but your video touched a chord, so to speak. Thank you. Subscribing.

[@KevinKolbe]

Thanks so much for sharing your story. Cancer-survivor, music person, teacher, etc. You've done a lot and it's cool you want to share it, like creating an archive that will last forever. Really appreciate you watching and being here.

[@MiaHessMusic]

@@KevinKolbe thank you for all your hard. I KNOW how hard it is.

[@bleekrides]

I started my channel in 2013. I didn't do much with it until 2020, I am 43. The creation of videos not only acts as a creative outlet to share my life's experiences but also send a message of hope to the addict still struggling. Cool video man I hadn't thought of some of your points and like em well articulated stuff.

[@KevinKolbe]

Appreciate it.

[@misagarcia5710]

Kevin I’m also a tv guy, thinking about starting a channel, thanks for this video, I needed to hear it, I need help to get started.

[@KevinKolbe]

What up to another TV peep!?!? Glad it sparked something. Thanks for watching.

[@ChristopherHoldheide]

Great video Kevin. I’m 43 and you inspired me to dust my old KZbin channel and start creating some new videos again. Thank you for sharing your message.

[@KevinKolbe]

YES!

[@ianhepburn6555]

Kevin, thank you so much for this video! So funny….I am 63 and my wife is a seamstress! Thank you for the encouragement to get started on my projects!!

[@KevinKolbe]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching.

[@SlotSistersSoCal]

Hi Kevin: we are in our 60's....never to old..:). Started our channel March 19, 2024. We have 151 subscribers and have 1,643 watch hours...we are moving right along. Thank you for all of your great videos. They are very helpful and easy to understand...:). Thank you. Joanne

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool and yep, never too old either! Keep creating. Thank you for watching!

[@StayHipTv]

Thank you for helping me understand KZbin. I have 16 subscribers and you gave me a reason to keep pushing

[@KevinKolbe]

You're welcome. Hey 16 subscribers is 16 more than you had before you started too! Keep creating!

[@pamthepainter]

Im 67 and truely believe its never to late for anything until you dont have a choice any longer everyone will face that day some sooner than others

[@KevinKolbe]

True that.

[@AshleyJo444]

I am 41, just started posting a few days ago🥰🤗

[@jerry4706]

you are gorgeous. keep posting and you will get views.

[@AshleyJo444]

@@jerry4706 Thank you so much for the compliment and encouragement 🥰🤗

[@KevinKolbe]

Nice!

[@LoveForTravelgr]

I totally relate, not only because we're the same age, but even in the timelines of when I first started my channel, abandoned it, and then restarted recently, we coincide. I'm from Greece, and two days ago, I uploaded a video titled "Grandma KZbinrs" that has exceeded my expectations. Let's keep going strong Kevin! 😊 p.s. what do you mean saying "don't ever give that Gmail account"?

[@KevinKolbe]

Very, very cool! Congrats for restarting and getting that video out there.

[@KevinKolbe]

Re: your email. Since the email you signed up with is attached to your channel, it opens you up to someone getting access to it. The email address on my About section isn't the one I used. Nor is the other email is use for email marketing. Whatever email you used to sign-up for your KZbin channel should be kept private.

[@LoveForTravelgr]

@@KevinKolbe thank you!😊

[@mikehillproject]

Thanks for this video, it's what I needed to see. I will be 54 in 2 weeks and just getting started. I thought I was too old to start but now this video has given me a much different perspective.

[@KevinKolbe]

Hey, if you're too old...😳....seriously glad the video sparked something. Hope to see you somewhere on KZbin soon!

[@Faithstreamchannel]

You can do it! Best of luck!

[@themarekch]

True 👍 ✔️ keep at it

[@MickGoodman]

Thanks for posting this. I'm 68 and I have a channel, but I haven't done any yoga videos or interviews in years. Now I'm thinking of starting again and maybe going in a different direction content wise. You've inspired me.

[@KevinKolbe]

Very cool!

[@firstpathfrontier]

Hi Kevin… 56 and started my truck/travel channel over 2 years ago. Have been in the broadcast/video biz for over 30 years now. Run my own 1-man production biz and YT has helped keep me energized and falling in love with shooting and editing for me! Just monetized in May… first check comes next month! Enjoyed this video and looking forward to more! Also… I too have a son with special needs and being able to work from home has been such a blessing.

[@KevinKolbe]

Dude...thank you for sharing. I totally, totally get the life of a one-man production. Fun and tiring all wrapped into one, right?!? Congrats on getting monetized too! Thanks for reaching out and watching!

[@satysunk]

Im 62 and started a youtube channel on improving one's english vocabulary called Vast Varied Vocabulary. Currently have only 7 subscribers. Let us see what happens.

[@KevinKolbe]

You started, that's great!

[@xtinaj]

I'm 53 and about to start my new channel. My biggest obstacle has been learning basic editing! Still learning...

[@KevinKolbe]

Start simple. Like simple program. Simple way of creating. Grow as you go.

[@WatchWiseUS]

I'm glad I'm not the only one. I'm 53 and started my channel three weeks ago. It's tough going but I'm trying really hard.

[@KevinKolbe]

Good for you! So many only think about it!

[@WatchWiseUS]

@@KevinKolbe I'm trying sir. Really am.

[@LashusJourney]

KZbin is a great business, you can make a lot of money on here. I do live streams every day, I love helping people.

[@KevinKolbe]

Let's go!

[@tami.j328]

Omg. I can't believe you popped up first on my feed. I will soon be 62 and have been seriously thinking about starting a channel and trying to figure it all out. My biggest fear is being on camera...... I've worked in the public all my life. So, I'm not shy. Lol. Thank you, thank you, thank you for finding me. 😂 I'm going back and watch your other video.

[@KevinKolbe]

Glad I popped up too. Now you just gotta start!

[@malik_alharb]

Im 28 and just now taking a serious approach at making a youtube channel where I make video essays on society, politics, culture, film, and art. My early and mid 20s were taken up by college and then graduating into the pandemic era

[@KevinKolbe]

Good for you. Never too late at any age!

[@TheOriginalMeek]

Thank you for this video Kevin🙏🏽. It really felt like sitting down and getting fatherly advice. So much of what you say can be applied to general life skills. Your tone and delivery really made it through the lens. Thank you!

[@KevinKolbe]

Thank you so much for saying that!