The Cost of YouTube - What I Learned After I Quit

[@CorrieStory]

Well I would grab my peaches before my boyfriend in a fire :p

[@michaelburry8332]

I'm new here, but can already see who the VIP is in the comments here... 🤣

[@AndreiJikh]

I don't remember the song name but the lyrics go "Iiiiiiiiiii'm Speeeeeechleeeeeeesss"........ every time Corrie and I go grocery shopping and she's out of peachees, we sing "Iiiiiiiiiiiii'm PEAAACHLEEEEESSS!!" 😂 makes me cry laughing

[@bobsmith7979]

@@AndreiJikh what.? Are you drunk?

[@PeterMcKinnon]

I see that book up there ;)

[@AndreiJikh]

I have to get the Pete insight on investing when I visit Canadia land 😂

[@coverer123]

I'm so glad that KZbin has paid off all of your hard work. You have such a great personality and you make learning fun! Thanks again man!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Drake :) finance is pretty boring, and I get bored of it, which is why I try not to be - it doesn't always work 😂

[@ChrisRamsay52]

You're absolutely CRUSHING it!!!

[@AndreiJikh]

Dude I gotta visit you and Pete in Canadia land and get your take on investing!

[@SeanLucasYT]

He has really been an inspiration to a lot of people, mainly younger people showing them that it isn't that hard to start with investing!

[@Chestnut803]

At first glance I thought you quit KZbin and I got scared! My favorite channel, keep up the work man!

[@pyneilan]

the clickbait worked then lol

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Dalton!!

[@Chestnut803]

@@AndreiJikh thanks for inspiring me to jump into the stock market!

[@RokasMagic]

It' was so satisfying to watch your studio review! I think I'm gonna watch it again :D

[@TeahM]

lol! when you said "Alexa turn off the panel lights", she turned off all my lights lol!

[@mikegi5747]

Congratulations Andrei, you deserve it. You’re followed even here in Geneva, Switzerland. I’m a big fan 🙌🏼

[@AndreiJikh]

Woah Geneva Switzerland? That's so cool, thank you! I've been there once when I was really young, love that city!!

[@bitehunter122]

I think it is so cool how how kept tabs on all your receipts to find out how much all of that costed. I am glad you made more money to have that setup pay for itself.

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you! Yea so far I'm reinvesting most of this money back into creating tools and helping me grow. But at least it's enough money to cover the basics.Still..it can be tempting to inflate the lifestyle but I'm really happy where i'm at now

[@AnthonyBodanza]

Super grateful for this!!! Really helpful for smaller channels in this niche!!

[@gregholland11]

Just learned at 13 minutes into this video that I could have been watching your beautiful cinematography in 4k this whole time. Thanks for doing this studio setup walkthrough. In the past few weeks I've started doing some live streams on various platforms, but always found it took 5ever and a half to set up my equipment. After seeing your setup, I now realize that it makes a lot more sense to have all your equipment set up permanently so you can go in and get started, rather than spending an hour getting the camera, lighting, and mic all just right before getting started.

[@gregholland11]

And thank you for explaining little things like the catch light - I didn't know there was a term for that. Also also thank you for sharing real-world numbers about how much this stuff costs and about how much it makes you in return. Hearing actual, honest, transparent information like that is one of the things I like most about this channel (from what I've seen in the last hour)

[@TalkwithEli]

Hi, Andrei. Thanks so much for sharing, and for being so nice about everything. Wishing you all of my best.

[@AndreiJikh]

Appreciate it ! :) I hope it was useful

[@DividendGrowthInvesting]

The dude is the legit.

[@AndreiJikh]

😎👊

[@SeanLucasYT]

Yeah man he really went all in on his KZbin channel! It's pretty awesome

[@josechavez9850]

Just wanted to say you are my favorite youtuber at the moment, not just in the finance section of youtube, but overall. You discuss a lot of stuff and show us a lot of stuff normal youtubers wouldn't do and the quality of your content is amazing. I'm actually learning to become a better investor and a more financially sound person because of your videos and I hope you continue to create helpful stuff. I am probably going to subscribe to your $8 patreon soon! Please keep up the work and don't become one of those course selling, egotistical guys we see a lot now because you are a breath of fresh air. Thanks again :)

[@stardustlace9868]

OMG you are such a perfectionist like me! I can't tell you how many times I filmed and edited videos for my channel over the last 10 years, and then never put them up. But you have seriously inspired me... I am going to start January 2020. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge and your inner thoughts and struggles, etc.

[@DIYBuilt]

Great video Andrei, I hope I can accomplish half of what you have in only a year. Keep up these amazing videos.

[@RybackTV]

Great info to get out there so others have a platform to use to start their own page up. Hope you keep earning more every year.

[@amulyadasari6275]

Don’t usually leave comments on KZbin videos but recently discovered your channel and watched ALL of your videos and I must say I really really enjoy your videos. Love the way you keep your energy through out and love the way you edit your videos.

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you Amulya!! You have a very unique name! Never heard of it, it's awesome

[@SeanLucasYT]

That's kind of how I went through his channel too. He has a good way of explaining things.

[@AdventuresandUs]

Love your floors it's the best part of the videos ;) But I dig your solution with the rug to solve the echo. People often ignore the audio but i think it's the most important part.

[@AndreiJikh]

😂 I knew someone would notice! I agree with you, audio is the single most important part, I think it's more important than good video quality

[@davidritz94]

That drone is totally worth it. I love the aerial views

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks David, I will showcase my next dividend video aerial POV.....half kidding....that would be cool

[@steve410]

Congratulations on your success Andrei, for only being on youtube for 10 months I'd say your killing it.... keep it up brother

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Steve :) you're not....Banachek, are you? 😅

[@steve410]

@@AndreiJikh lol no i am not

[@AndreiJikh]

HA! Okay, I have a friend who's name is Steve Shaw (performer), brilliant guy, his name is Banachek, google him (he's a mentalist)

[@michaelburry8332]

If Graham Stephan and Alpha M had a baby... 😊👍💙 I panicked when I saw "after I quit", I *just* discovered you weeks ago, and love the channel, and for a sec I thought you were shutting down, I didn't realize it was the previous job you quit. * whew * VERY INTERESTING VIDEO, it's like I got a tour upon subscribing.... now I'm feeling all at home.

[@AndreiJikh]

Haha thanks Michael, I'll take it ! :D

[@vol4life01]

so glad i found this channel. Andrei you seem the be a genuine and solid fella. look forward to learning from you. thanks in advance for giving back to the universe. hope to see you get to a million subscribers in 2020

[@justintaylor-moneymindset4073]

Awesome setup! Love seeing the ‘behind the scenes’ of KZbinrs that are killing it

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Justin! :D

[@Matando]

Hey man congrats on the success, it's real inspiring. I started my own channel back in the last week of June and I hear you on the very little income aspect but I'm gonna keep on grinding and see what happens. I've been watching your videos for a while now and they've taught me a ton. Keep it up!

[@timsilva_]

You earned and deserve all of your success Andrei! Loved hearing that you had the chance to meet Graham too, you two are kindred spirits for sure. I'm honestly so happy that it makes good business sense for so many of you guys from the magic industry to jump into KZbin. Part of why we (magic/cardistry nerds) loved E & T11 so much was the people behind the scenes. This is definitely a new era, and being able to see you, PM, CR, AP, DM, XS, AW, and many more on a regular basis with creative freedom to talk about other passions is so inspiring. I've learned so much about investing from you over the past year, it's amazing that you're able to deliver such massive value as a solo creator.

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Tim, I totally agree with you on that front, so many amazing creative people have come from that industry. I feel like we've learned how to take something super niche and "hard to explain" and were able to leverage what we learned making hundreds of magic videos on youtube with bigger topics and genres than magic. But still keeping that "not magic but magical" sense to it. I've noticed the same pattern and I'm really honored to be a part of the group you mentioned :) thank you

[@gdreelin]

I will echo most of the comments on how glad I am you became a success with KZbin and I stumbled on your channel. You are very inspiring in the way you teach the information. I have been putting off starting my channel too for awhile, but feel more inspired to do so now. Keep making great videos.

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you Greg!

[@DanielsPengetips]

Thank you for sharing. I admire your courage for investing so much of your money into KZbin! And thanks for sharing the Tesla video - I will go watch right away!

[@BenBroTalaga]

You're an inspiration Andrei. Keep grinding.

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Rex! I shall keep at it

[@modelsupplies]

I’ve been wondering about that lamp. I thought it might be some secret society of financial gurus or something lol. Congrats on your success and thanks for sharing this info! The background has been holding me back for years.

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you! It's a secret initiation process that is offered by donating your kidney to the IRS. You'll then be shipped that lamp, free charge :D

[@C43Y]

you've really educated me

[@AndreiJikh]

Awesome! Comments like this make my day. That's all I want is to help educate people about things I was scared of doing and didn't understand

[@theflamingprofitsshow6090]

Amazing Quality! I love the professionalism, I aspire to one day have success like yours as a KZbin channel!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you! If I can do it, you can too :)

[@muskietime]

Wow! You laid yourself out 100% for all to see! Very cool. Thank you for sharing. So informative for folks like me with zero artistic/creative skills. When I commit to a project, (say personal weight loss, a business marketing idea, new product...) it too is 100%. I give myself a timeline and an “end date” that is achievable such as 3-months. At the end of the timeline, I evaluate, usually reallocate resources and commit for an additional achievable timeline. You are rocking it. Very cool. Thank you. Be well.

[@willmercier2852]

Congrats! You've become one of my favorite channels, and your accomplishments are inspiring. Thanks for sharing all that you've learned and keep up the good work!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Will, I'm not sure if I accomplished much but, it's enough to eat, I feel happy haha

[@SeanLucasYT]

Not only does he give off great information, he has the ability to film and edit well so it is even more enjoyable to watch, truly amazing!

[@mindsinmotion2825]

Behind the scenes of the making of a KZbin channel. I greatly enjoyed every second of this video. Thank you for the insight

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you :)

[@susanrosegale6646]

I like how you share your insecurities. People learn how to overcome their own that way, believe me - that is gold. The Universe has your back Andrei. Another earned like button - love the skull idea! hahahaha!

[@SeanLucasYT]

Dear Andrei, You keep making videos like this and it won't be long until people will start saying there's Andrei copiers instead of Gram copiers!!! keep it up man !! From, A guys that smashed the like button

[@GenExDividendInvestor]

Good for you taking the risk to make your dreams happen! Worst case you fail, and learn a ton.. You can't hit the balls you don't swing at :)

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you! For sure, I think we need to fail to not experience regret. NO RUGRATS! 😂

[@JasonCarlile]

I like both you and Graham... definitely not copycats. But I did notice you both had the same lamps. I'm glad you did this video cause I have been internally debating whether I should do a "finance youtube" channel too.

[@pratham9700]

Dude you are my inspiration, hopefully I can start a KZbin channel like you

[@SENSEIJASON]

Bless your channel, and wishing success for your future! -Jason

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Jason! :D

[@InsideCorporatePlaybook]

Privet, Andrei! Why did it take so long until YT recommended me your channel? You rock and very inspiring!

[@andreijikh2696]

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[@Devrhoid]

Thank you for sharing, this was very inspiring. You took a HUGE risk and it has paid off.

[@kelseywinter5498]

I don't know what it is, but I love seeing behind the scenes!

[@Be_Unstoppable_4_life]

Very inspirational video buddy. Keep up the good work. It's nice to know that even in 2019 with KZbinrs completely having a saturated Market, that someone could start up a channel and become as well-known and informative as yourself👍

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks man, that was definitely a worry of mine but I think as long as you have a unique voice, it doesn't matter how many times you retell the same story :)

[@Be_Unstoppable_4_life]

@@AndreiJikh I couldn't agree more😎👍

[@informedtradez]

I love your videos, very high quality! congrats on the success :)

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you! :)

[@DAVENATCHSTOCKS]

Success favors the brave ✍🏾

[@AndreiJikh]

Seems like it does! 👍

[@DanielIles]

Ahhh, yes. I could tell right away that your floor *is made of floor*

[@AndreiJikh]

😂 If I had that wisdom... I would be $500 richer right now

[@DanielIles]

obvious

[@MikeThaInvestor]

Thanks for sharing Andrei for informative. Great value as always. Like Button SMASHED!

[@AndreiJikh]

Bam! Thank you 👊

[@GarrettandIsabel]

Super big fan, I also just discovered your channel like 2 weeks ago, so I’m soooo glad to hear that it was worth it for you to start KZbin! Since watching your videos, I opened a Robinhood account and took my finances seriously, so thanks a ton!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you!!! Definitely worth it, no idea how long it'll keep up but I'll do my best 👍

[@JustinMoritz]

Thanks for sharing your studio - very cool! I just picked up a Sony, its incredible the video quality!

[@NatePolmateer]

As I am just starting out this is a very very helpful walkthrough, yeah its me again guy who comments on old vids LOL

[@ZacsMoneyFAQs]

This video is pretty inspiring actually, I watch it fairly often because it's awesome to see how far you have come. First thing I want to say is that your audio is always really good. I think I may copy you and buy the same microphone because I really like the audio quality. Second thing, the way you edit your videos is excellent! The animations, the numbers and information, and the way your put it on screen at the same time as you show yourself, it all looks so good! Keep it up Andrei! I really like your perspective on things and your videos teach me a lot! Don't tell Graham but, on the days you guys post at the same time, I always watch your videos first. Thanks for all of your hard work and congratulations on your success! I think your videos are awesome!

[@АртемЗаянчковский-и9ъ]

Good video AND AWESOME START!) Keep it up bro!)

[@PaulineNabacwa]

I am so glad I have met you, literally 2 days ago and I've binge watched most of you content, I love Graham Stephen too😄, ooo let me smash this like button, man I appreciate you so much.

[@russelljamesmassey]

That was the best!! I have watched a ton of your videos but somehow I had never seen this one. I didn’t know you went all out on all that stuff, I’ve known your video quality is awesome but wow! Very impressive! I need to add something to my background.

[@NBD300]

im so glad i found you

[@Krogzaxants]

Amazing Andrei! Wish i could speak better english so i was able to start a youtube channel. Wish you all the succes in the world 😊

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you! You can still start a youtube channel even if you don't speak well, I've seen a few youtubers with poor english with over a million subscribers ☺

[@jalabi99]

Thanks for taking the leap and for creating your KZbin channel!

[@GokuInstinct1]

Every video liked to help you out bro. Gnawledge!

[@toasterweeklydigestinc.861]

*How much a KZbin channel of this size (160K subs) pays so far- this would be a FANTASTIC follow up video to this video...*

[@margek.681]

Agreed.

[@AndreiJikh]

Yea I can definitely do a video on this one :)

[@michaelburry8332]

@@AndreiJikh Oh that'd be awesome!

[@toasterweeklydigestinc.861]

@@AndreiJikh Oh that would be AWESOME. And sooo interesting!

[@PhilFlock]

The KZbinr who hired me to shoot his videos started from zero. He got in huge debt for paying me for his videos but now one year later he has 335k subscribers. Insane but lucky. Sometimes it works out. Good for you 🙌🏻

[@MeinVideoStudio]

I Started on the GH4 as well. Davinci Resolve is the Best Video Programm. But cheeres for the Tour ;)

[@HotGingerAlex]

I watch your vídeos and follow your Channel Just cause of your floor, makes this amazeballs echoes!!!! Just awesome!!!!! Congrats for your videos, just amazing!

[@twomemes]

amazing work, thank you for all your sharing, transparency, trust, love, and quality. well wishes and continued success.

[@olijenkinson4416]

F*ck I love you bro. You're a bloody joy to watch. Well done on all your success and thank you for sharing both your energy and wisdom. Legend, bro.

[@andreijikh2696]

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[@kits761]

Thank you for all the amazing videos!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you Alexis, appreciate it :)

[@DanielsPengetips]

This really made me want to go home and setup a studio. I really hop... I will have a studio one day!

[@TheDreamGreenShow]

i think i started youtube a while ago with just i iphone and the sun as my source of light.....lol boy have i came a long way

[@steinj]

Love your wisdom and sense of humor, man!!! Thanks for err'thing

[@keleshiadavis-jackson1693]

I'm laughing at that funny face you toss in every now and then . I love your personality 💕

[@Gviking1980]

You have a good spirit dude. Doing KZbin is fun but time consuming

[@AndreiJikh]

Thank you, and yes... for example this video, I didn't sleep this night because I was shooting and editing for the last 18 hours. Another video I had shot in the middle of the week wasn't finished because I couldn't film the rest of it, so "last minute" with 18 hours left - I had to do something else.

[@Gviking1980]

@@AndreiJikh but it's all paying off in the end brother. Keep up the good work !!! Love your content.

[@MacReflections]

I love behind the scenes videos like this. Thank you.

[@j0texo0j]

Even I am not so interested in investing...but I like to watch your videos! They are amazing! Thank you and keep going ✌🏼

[@andreijikh2696]

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[@CR45H760]

Great videos Andrei!! I really enjoy them. THANK YOU!! Cheers

[@jarenmcknight6838]

I would love to see a video on how you edit! Your combination of finance/magic/video production is very inspiring to me and want to learn it myself!

[@andreijikh2696]

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[@PassiveIncomeTom]

Very nice work with your channel Andrei! 👍 Your floor comment😂

[@AndreiJikh]

lol thanks Tom!!

[@KingCalumari]

This is one of the most unique "how to start a KZbin channel" type videos. Lots of them just say get the bare bones and see what you can do with it and see if it kicks off. I like to think that your results came in part because you had the passion and drive to put your money where your mouth was and got to work with what you had. To provide the best product you could. That explanation is what I believe when I watch your videos week after week. Great work Andrei!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Yoshi, really appreciate it :) I had to step by step get rid of every excuse I had, and it took money to do it but that's the only way I'll know if I can do this youtube thing or not lol

[@KingCalumari]

@@AndreiJikh well by the looks of things your money definitely was well invested. Your risks have paid off so far and I'm sure they will continue to as you get more experience and ideas in the future. And I'll be here while it's happening 👍

[@Protectorcables977]

Dont quit making youtube videos brother !!!!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks man! I'll do my best haha

[@claytonflemmings9892]

Keep it up you got this 👽

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Clayton, youtube has consumed my life haha

[@databug_]

Little did they know that the two black hole lamps would connect through space and time to form a portal between KZbin setups.

[@ginaconti3267]

You are way cooler than Graham!!

[@thefinancialstrengthprojec7147]

Yeah nice man! I've probably sent 3k on my setup so far, on the grind now!

[@cryptoslice7459]

maxes everything out but the most important part for video editing the video card lol. want to save like 3000 dollars by a gaming windows laptop not only is it way cheaper its way more powerful too.

[@bruceguevarabjj]

Bro we are the same height, short dudes represent. Great videos appreciate your content.

[@Patrickduffy143]

I thought that lamp was the eye Of Soren!!!!!!!

[@AndreiJikh]

That works too! I think it looks more like a black hole though lol

[@fms6306]

First time seeing your channel and glad i clicked... subscribed obviously.

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks man! :)

[@minnesotafretswithmartybei5890]

Good job!

[@AndreiJikh]

thanks Marty!

[@darbid9222]

Hi Andrei, I loved this video but it was a while ago, I bet you are not using a A7III anymore. I would love to see a new full length vid on your studio now.

[@王鶴霖-n3f]

You did a great job

[@bigdaddygucciabg836]

I always thought this was an organic background with lights. Didn’t know it was planned

[@andreijikh2696]

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[@NickSkye]

There is some seriously great content in this video. I talk about similar stuff on my channel and I love hearing everyone's different point of views! Keep it up!

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Nick! :)

[@EverydayMoney0]

Great news! I'm an idiot too so I expect to do very well!

[@andreijikh2696]

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[@BudgetHolics]

Very inspiring video, thank you! I'm also starting to build my own channel. Keep up the great content!

[@andreijikh2696]

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[@marcogil9408]

Keep up the great work😀 I really find your youtube very helpful thanks a lot🤟🏿

[@AndreiJikh]

Thanks Marco!!

[@JonnyGuns]

God damn it LUL "As a personal finance channel, you want someone who's transparent..." xD

[@cazzzz913]

I bought those same succulent plants thinking the same thing.

[@postie10111]

Smashed the like button just for that moment at 3:03 ...

[@AndreiJikh]

😂 i'm not saying it's aliens but..... it's aliens

[@ubern00b]

good upload my dude

[@AndreiJikh]

Spank you :)

[@AceHardy]

👑

[@AndreiJikh]

❤