The truth about how I make money on YouTube

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Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. New videos every Saturday! Today I'm putting out probably one of my most vulnerable videos ever! I get SO MANY questions about the business behind KZbin - how do I make money? Who pays for the makeovers? What does everyone on Team AG do? I'm answering all of these questions in today's video! #NATIVE DEODORANT REVIEW #NativePartner #Deodorant #AluminumFree
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[@AlexandraGater]

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[@kathrynsamuelson1983]

Thanks. Canada is nicer than the US

[@Cheristm]

Hey if you travel to other countries to do business it’s a business expense you can write off on your taxes! Win-win❤🎉😅

[@ephphathaoracle]

PETITION FOR “YOU CAN SEE MY LIGHT” 29,999 left

[@AlexandraGater]

Thumbs up people!!!

[@pannating]

@@AlexandraGater Pin the comment! I want it as a ring tone! ❤

[@dylanainge2324]

I need it as a ringtone 😭😂

[@theremix13]

Who’s going to add up all the different petitions??

[@rachaelc4762]

@@AlexandraGater if you don't make the song , i will lol

[@koranwatson8996]

I would love for Graham to have his own series teaching us how he makes the different pieces

[@SavySweetie]

Exactly, so he can explain in detail how he does the certain project.

[@diasthema]

@@SavySweetie that would create a third again as much content as well

[@angelaglaros]

I’d watch a series of Graham shorts where he just talks about which tools are for which jobs. I want to know more about brad nailers!

[@Mom_to_schnauzers]

@@angelaglaros, yes! I’d love a tutorial on power tools!!

[@iceceestudio]

💯

[@KimberlyInSoCal310]

As for the "You Can See My Light" tune, I think Team AG is uniquely talented and placed in a way that you all can collectively write this into a real song! With all of you contributing, maybe about the design process or your team members or what being on Team AG means to you, or *something* of the sort, you can come up with a Team AG theme song?!

[@ghostgirl6970]

I genuinely thought it was Taylor Swift or something and I just never bothered to Google it. I've woken up with it in my head many times lol. THAT'S HOW GOOD IT IS.

[@emilienuraida9667]

Yes please we need a full recording of you can see my light

[@debmeyer1977]

A full song would be awesome, but I could see (hear!) it as a ring-tone..? Record!

[@michellecilek2265]

I agree... you could come up with more lyrics and make it into a full song. Maybe one of your viewers is a songwriter and could help you if you wanted.

[@smallhouseinthemeadow6131]

@@michellecilek2265 I would volunteer for that!

[@KasSommers]

"It really is like a real makeover show." No, Alexandra, your show IS a real makeover show, and probably more real than some of the network shows. I've been following you since The Home Primp days and waiting for the day you announce you are bringing the team to Australia to do a Downunder series. Thanks for your honesty and transparency in this video, explaining how you generate income. Please, please stay as authentic as you are and never pick up the horrid false eyelashes that some other KZbinrs seem wedded to.

[@EllaPress]

I would fully watch a show where Graham teaches about the different tools he uses and how to make DIYs.

[@terrirouleau4758]

You inspire so many young people. Your a business woman, designer and artist. KZbin is more popular than regular television to a certain age group. Congrats on your accomplishments. You are surrounded by exceptional people and I love to see your channel growing even more❤😊

[@AlexandraGater]

This is a lovely comment thank you!!!

[@lisawende5161]

You inspire older people too, and we also watch KZbin more than regular TV 😊

[@MyFocusVaries]

@@lisawende5161 :) I was dropping in to say the same! Then thinking, not OLD. but definitely oldER. :)

[@catherinecancel1687]

@@MyFocusVaries Totally agree. I’m older and an AG fan. Great work team, lovely make overs and fun content. ☺️

[@lisawende5161]

@@MyFocusVaries doing peel and stick wallpaper this weekend cuz of episodes from this channel.

[@xingcat]

Congratulations to Graham for coming full-time! That's excellent. I'd love to hear more about how you grew your business.

[@justindrake00]

Graham mini series?🤞

[@erikam230]

Yessss

[@rubama]

Yes please

[@kara5938]

Now THIS is the petition I’m on board with! No studio single please, we just want Graham 😁

[@alliescheu8758]

This literally made me emotional - I have been a viewer since the beginning and have so much love for Team AG and all of your content! It’s absolutely incredible to hear the evolution and behind the scene of your business. You should be so proud of what you’ve built ❤

[@jadea.2694]

True, I have been watching since Alexandra hosted Chatelaine.

[@igigten8942]

@@jadea.2694 me too!

[@linaoxyna5789]

Same 🥺

[@jlsmith1411]

Not me coming to the comments to find the “see my light” petition! 😂😂 But seriously, I’ve been watching you for several years and have loved watching your growth and evolution!!! Love team AG

[@cheerssteph]

I want an episode where you interview your team and ask them detailed questions about working in the home decor/youtube field. Or a day in the life of team AG. Vlog a whole day!

[@DanielleElizabethStevens]

🤍💡PETITION FOR RECORDED VERSION OF “YOU CAN SEE MY LIGHT” 💡🤍

[@jillianferns]

As a fellow designer (I'm in architecture), I'm all claps for the FORCE you have created with Team AG.👏Bravo! To your continued successes.

[@ratulamorie5255]

I really appreciate that you feed your staff when working on projects. It’s important for employers to treat their employees well and I’m sure your staff are grateful.

[@denisekeeran9883]

What I loved the most about this is how very well aware you are of everyone's individual roles and who contributes what. I've never had a boss that seemed to have a firm grasp on what I even do. You really vaaaaaaalue everyone there and obviously work together so well. I too would like to hear more about how you built your business because it sounds so impossible to obtain. I love how down to earth you are about your success. And you're willing to share with others rather than brag, you know what I mean?

[@bereatha1]

I love your work and your channel. I am a 73 grandma and I am redecorating my condo with Boho Decor. I have gotten lot of ideas from your channel and I thank you for that.

[@jcjo7sLPS]

I'm a 73 year old grandma too! I love sharing the videos with my daughter and 21 year old granddaughter! I have been searching for where You can see my light comes from because it's ALWAYS playing in my brain!! 😂

[@airhutt]

I really cannot believe you don't have more followers.

[@tinamartin1979]

I honestly love the vulnerability you have with sharing this with us. Knowing your goals and just the work you've put into your business is more motivation for me to watch your videos every week. I learn so much from you and your team. You and your team rock and I hope your channel grows with you! :)

[@gessicacom_g]

“You can see my light! See my light!” ✨ I always thought this was a proper song 😂 I wish you guys even more success, Alexandra! And thank you for giving us so much inspiration. Your work changes lives. It’s changed mine. Trust me… 💕

[@floofymuffin]

I always thought it was just "If I Could Turn Back Time" by Cher, just with different words

[@kellykrause3716]

Thank you for sharing this, Alexandra! I would love to hear more about how you built your business, so I hope we can look forward to an episode covering your journey in future. Appreciate you being so open!

[@Linoosethemooss]

Yesss

[@courtneyg8608]

Collaborate with The Financial Diet!

[@SamiaCreative]

Me too!

[@Rachel-lo6if]

1000% agree

[@virginia_the_elder]

Favorite line "I'm creative, she's reality". I hope young entrepreneurs see this video. Very informative. Inspiring. Revealing the initial slog of it all is important. Building a successful business from what you love takes patience, work, even more patience, flexibility, and a team.

[@thecuriocraftcompany5241]

Love how candid and REAL you are and have always been!

[@mozwatch5708]

Ya!! Congrats to Graham :) young, young man, you are a dreamer/hard worker/talented?/handsome as hell!! (it's okay*I*am*old*enough*to*be*your*granny lol) and a great addition and you like to HELP PEOPLE !! I notice this in your humour and demeanor, at least on the film lol ...much success too you, and the rest of TEAM AG .. XICO🤗 (I hope the spelling is correct). We sure have missed you. And this is how I feel today ~ Good TALK Alexander~ no, no, no - it is a REAL REAL MAKEOVER SHOW!! if YOU could see YOUR light ~YOU SILLY GIRL !! PFFT!!

[@SundiMyint]

There are a lot of channels I watch regularly on KZbin but I must say that this one is probably the only one where I know (of) the whole crew. I remember the episode when you made over James’ space, I recall Alanna’s graceful galloping from various videos, and we have ALL been loving the Graham cam recently. I think it’s so heartwarming to not only know you have this great team behind you, but that we know them too!

[@sarahleanos129]

‘You can see my light,” has turned into a power ballad. Strong, independent, entrepreneurial women…

[@PerfectPinkiePants]

I LOVE love love business talk on KZbin! It so interesting to hear the stories about people starting and building their brand, how they organise work & employees etc. It shows how much time and effort it takes to make things happen.

[@galnamedmal]

I LOVED this breakdown of how things work behind the scenes. I’ve been watching for a few years now and I have noticed such a positive evolution of this channel. You’ve done a fantastic job of putting together the team you have… the more you work together, the better your videos are. The chemistry between all of you is precious and I find myself laughing so much more, lately. I love the choices to keep the outtakes and laughing fits and overall goofy times as part of the episodes. I love watching home shows on HGTV but I am most excited to watch Team AG on KZbin because you guys are so down to earth and natural. By far my favourite channel to watch. I hope your business grows in a way that will one day allow you to bring your makeovers to the Niagara Region, where I live! 😂

[@KimberlyInSoCal310]

What a great video, answered so many questions I had in my mind that I never actually asked. Thank you for being transparent about your business, it's so interesting to your viewers who are invested in your show and your team. Just so happy to see a young woman grow her business from idea to what you have now, and I'm sure it will grow even further. So happy to hear Graham is on full-time, he is such a major asset to Team AG! Congratulations, and keep going and growing girl!

[@j03150315]

Same!!

[@carerealtyco.19]

I really can see your light. By pursuing your joy, you’ve created so much light in the world. Love you, your team, and everything you do. Thanks for being you, Alexandra! Your light just keeps on spreading.

[@usehername1]

🎶 You can see her light, see her light 🎶

[@TamarLitvot]

This was so warm, optimistic and just happy. I’m amazed at how you’ve built your company from scratch with your creativity and hard work. Love your videos and kudos for your well-earned success! And “you can see my light” just as it is would make a great ringtone.

[@Castleplacedesigns]

Id love to see a video about how you grew your business! Ive been watching your videos since you were a one person operation, and you inspired me to start my own this past year. It's so great to learn more about women-run small businesses.

[@flowersafeheart]

I agree!!

[@KathrynMombourquette]

I think the "You can see my light" should stay as an inside joke in videos lol. I knew exactly where that song came from because I've watched so many of your videos lol and it's kind of like a AG video inside joke...!

[@jessicaangeline]

It is literally amazing how many people are on your team! I totally did not realize it was so many, and everyone feels essential. You've got a great team, and I always love the videos you guys put together!

[@choleymoley]

This whole time I thought “you can see my light” was a Canadian church hymn. Always makes me laugh!

[@chrism9294]

😂😂😂. I though it was a church song too.

[@madolynway6612]

You do have a special light! I happened on your channel about a year ago and look forward to your videos. I am probably your oldest follower...love to see what the young folks are up to.

[@breannahoffman99]

The fact that you guys made up “you can see my light” is hilarious because I was helping my sister paint last weekend and out of nowhere I started singing it! She asked me what song it was and I’m like “I have no idea” 🤣

[@breannamacalpine9172]

As a business and marketing strategist, I LOVED this! So fun to hear you talk about operations and behind the scenes look at how you run your business. Thank you for continuing to be a vulnerable entrepreneur! We need more authenticity in this space.

[@donttalktomebye]

I think between your previous work experience and the fact you had a fully thought out vision of what you wanted to achieve you were able to really grow this amazing network! I think its really kind that you decided to make this video and I appreciate how well explained it is. You clearly have a knack for marketing and learning from those around you and identifying the right people for the job, which is a very hard skill, let alone natural talent, to have. You've worked really hard and are incredibly gifted (as is your crew!) and giving us a layover of how you have done this is amazing

[@shirleymcneil4410]

I've just watched this video Nov 2023. What an Awesome group. I have enjoyed you since I first found this vlog. Congratulations. Perhaps the best part is the laughter and friendship. Got today's download to watch right now. 🥳

[@terransotter]

“You can see my light” would make a great ringtone or alarm notification.

[@lindsaygray218]

it makes me so happy that the recipients don't have to pay for the makeover! That's so generous of team AG. I love that!!!!!!

[@shiraparaguas9273]

Somehow I always thought „you can see my light“ is something out of a T. Swift song 😂. Now I really want her to create a song around that line 😂😂😂

[@yvonnehadfield1655]

Your comment that the best thing you did was hiring good people to work with you really resonates and shows what a great attitude you have and some of the smartest entrepreneurs have said the same thing. It really is all about the people you surround yourself with and doing something you’re so passionate about. I love your channel and really enjoyed this video and all the background information and work that has gone into creating this channel and your company. I’m sure your employees love working with you.

[@heidi.a.thomson]

You can see my light would make a great ringtone.

[@TamarLitvot]

Yes! I just commented that before seeing your post. It would be perfect!

[@lisamacdonald9375]

I loved this video! Pulls the curtain back on how you make it happen! Very motivating and informative! Good luck to growing your business, well deserved! Love how you value your team as well ☺️

[@donnadenney27]

So impressed with your openess and honesty. I absolutely love your designs and your channel.

[@michelle_jasek]

As someone who has a small youtube channel, I really appreciate you talking about all the behind the scene things that have to happen in order to make your channel work! 🧡

[@sazennonumber]

There is something truly decent about you Alexandra and about your entire team. Besides your amazing creativity and style, that is one of the biggest reasons why I subscribed and why I love getting notifications that a video of yours is out. So happy that Graham is going full-time with the team - congrats!! Love to all of you.

[@suehromada]

I love learning about the businesses behind KZbin channels I subscribe to! Found this vlog really interesting.

[@ClassicallyCatastrophic]

I always love when KZbinrs share their business “bts” because it also makes the whole idea of KZbin more accessible for more people. I’ve always admired your “business structure” from the little bits that come through in videos… so cool to have it all explained!

[@wren3060]

I started watching your channel early on in the pandemic, and it's been such a treat watching your team and brand grow! It's honestly my comfort channel when I'm working, or sometimes I'll put it on when I'm cleaning my apartment and hoping for some inspiration! It's so refreshing to see a video like this, breaking down the real production and business side. It really does take some vulnerability to be so transparent about delegating, and needing a well rounded team to make this sustainable. I love your team's energy so much, and as someone who has worked in various production/entertainment roles, it's so validating to see them get their kudos! It's all about the gratitude, and it shows.

[@tinabhaga3543]

Thank you for the transparency and for sharing what your path and vision are. Love your aesthetic and energy and it shows in the team you’ve put together and the homes and lives you’ve transformed!!

[@tamgsmith]

Thank you for sharing so candidly. It’s rare to get a simple, “inside look” into a KZbinr’s business. It felt like you were having a one on one convo with us. 💛

[@jjapgar]

Love all the transparency!! This has seriously not just been my favorite KZbin channel but my favorite home decor series/channel since the early days of TLC (Trading Spaces). Y'all are so much fun and I get so many ideas - love it!!

[@alexyuzwa]

Yay, more Graham!! He is SO talented, as are you and the rest of your team! So crazy to see how far team AG has coke. Cheers to the future! 🎉

[@charlotteschaefers5129]

I can see your light! You are able to articulate so much of your extremely complicated process so that it makes perfect sense to your viewers. Thanks so much for this.

[@user-ei3pt3eb2j]

I admire your work so much! love your energy and the team work vibe, you are a very smart business woman! very thankful for this channel and for getting to watch you grow over the years

[@athenalysandrou]

So in awe of you and your team. You have inspired me more than you will ever know (I know that sounds cheesy but it’s true 😊). It’s so special seeing what Team AG creates together. Thank you for being so open in sharing your business ins and outs with us. If you’re comfortable, I would love to learn more about how you built your company! ❤

[@jessicaruvalcaba5846]

Hi Alexandra! As an avid / wannabe interior stylist, designer and aspiring KZbinr. I would LOVE to learn more about your process on how you built your business. Thank you for continuing to share your experience with us! It’s sooo inspiring and deeply appreciated

[@shaharm2861]

Thank you for taking your fans so seriously and answering so thoroughly! This video was so eye- opening and informative, very interesting and has made me appreciate you guys even more as a team! GO TEAM AG! You're awesome!!!

[@Jenatorre]

Petition For: "You Can See my Light." I can listen to it while doing my rehab exercises.

[@JL11775]

Very interesting video. Love hearing that Graham is a full time AG team member! He really has elevated your makeovers. Thanks for sharing how your business works and what everyone does. Take care!

[@caitlynderkson8989]

This was so great, the behind the scenes is so interesting! It’s also nice to know as a viewer that the employees working on the videos we watch are treated well. One of my favourite parts is your videos is your team dynamics! Your set looks so fun! I have been watching you since the beginning and have enjoyed the journey!

[@juliadawndesigns4522]

Wow! This makes me so thankful for all your hard work!! Thank you, Team AG!

[@jeannine22marie]

I would love a video on how you built this business from the start! I only just found you yesterday. One of the things I love about you and your channel so far is that you are filming everything even mess ups, laughter and real life which I think everyone should do because we do not live in a perfect world, like tv portrays, and because of that it is so easy to relate to all of you. Of course what you all do collectively and the finished product is beautiful and functional or this wouldn't work. What I love is these ideas, even if it's on a larger space would still work on a larger scale, but I found you because you work on smaller spaces which I have at the moment which is so amazing! I personally appreciate all your teams' hard work and your finished product thank you!!! ❤

[@gwendavis9655]

Hello!!! PLEASE TURN ON CLOSED CAPTIONS all the times. When next time your new video & everyone can read on KZbin as CC ok. Thank you very much. I appreciate it. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! 🦃🍽 🍁🤟🏻👍🏻🍷🎶👏🏻😀

[@kiwigirljacks]

Scheduling must be huge and intense because you have projects all staggered at different stages of completion… and to keep them all on time and flowing would be a big endeavour. Let alone the mental switching between them. Well done team!

[@estelsaradop492]

I got hooked on your videos back in 2018-2019 because of your attitude. Team AG is talented! Knowing that people don't pay anything for your makeovers is a WOW factor 🤩and I love the music you have chosen for the start if the video and the end. Keep making wonderful makeovers! By the way, your makeovers have only gotten better 👍and yes "we can see your light"😉

[@juliecarlson2778]

Been around since the Chatelaine and Buy or DIY days. I loved this video -- it is so cool to hear just how much you've grown in the past few years! You and your team are so inspiring and fun. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@aparajitaxyz]

This adds up the story of your journey and I have been following your channel since the time you were much younger and doing things on your own, yes Alana was there with you. The fact that you shared all the intricacies means a lot for people who follow your work. Also a special mention of the "ego" means a lot for me personally cos we all need to check ourselves first. It's very easy to say I have a great team but we all have our temperaments and to ease them out is a big things and you mentioned it on your vlog...goes a long way to show you really are honest with your craft/ skills...all of you at Team AG. Wish you the best. We understand your hardwork and it is paying off. Lots of love from India.

[@katieholsinger645]

Please PLEASE!! Do a video of how you started your KZbin channel!! I’m so inspired by you and your team!

[@candacewo]

I was typing an email as I was watching and accidentally typed, "Please see my light". ROFL. DYING.

[@JenMUA]

Your success and growth is phenomenal, sister. I worked today and just listened to videos in the background and it made me laugh to think about how much I know about your episodes. I pretend I’m part of Team AG when I’m re-doing my apartment. Channeling my inner Gater. 😂

[@callmequasha]

You can see my, light. See my LIGHT! 😃🙂🥰

[@christinaerfurt3425]

I've been a fan of your channel since you only moved to the tree house. I've seen every step of your channel growing. I'm so happy to see how successful you became❤ and still always true to yourself. Team AG is amazing, love every single one of you!

[@IsabelleMZ]

Congratulations on creating and building such a beautiful business, especially at such a young age. As a long-time viewer, I really appreciate the insight you gave us as to what happens behind the scenes and what that all entails. Just know that all of your team's hard work does not go unnoticed and I can not wait to see what your future holds! Go Team AG ♥

[@TelevisionwithTricia]

It's great to learn more about the team and what each person does as part of the makeover process. I would love to see more makeovers in the team ag members' spaces - really loved the ones for Alessandra and Carla's studios. Maybe Amanda next?

[@sophiasteele1792]

Fabulous creative and business woman! You and your team rock. As much as I would love to see more videos a month, I'm glad that you all take work-life balance seriously and are realistic about what you can achieve, keeping to AG's high standards and staying sane! And.... yeahhhhhh to Graham going fulltime!! Hope these means we see more of him 🙂

[@jasonbarney4278]

So sweet of you to answer these questions. I’m making over my sister’s kitchen right now and 95% copying a makeover you have done. I am gonna email each business from the links in the video and let them know team AG sent me. Bc I want you to make tons of $$ so you can keep making these amazing videos bc they are awesome and (kinda cringe) but has like changed my life. You and lone fox and DIY w KB….😂😂❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bellaluce7088]

I really enjoyed this! Huge props for your vision and business acumen in a creative field. It was fascinating hearing about all the moving parts and the team's contributions, and I am even more impressed now by what you do. Congratulations and good wishes for continued success!

[@samgarong]

wow I've been wondering for some time now how your business works, and this was incredible and highly impressive. THANK YOU for taking the time to really flesh out all the nuances of each step in the process and how you've created a flow that works well for you and your team. I've been an entrepreneur for about 5 years now and still learned A LOT. I appreciate your candidness and vulnerability that many KZbin creators wouldn't dare to touch. Thank you for this!!!!

[@xixi9166]

Thanks for having this video! I heard from someone that some ppl who do makeovers dont leave/gift everything to the recepient and that made me curious/sad at what's really happening behind these makeovers. I mean i can understand why some ppl would. Thanks for being honest and transparent abt your practices (that u are one of those who truly gift everything, wysiwyg) and it kinda made me feel like there's still hope in this world. Lol

[@evaanduaga7100]

You have given me the great idea of how I should divide my team in my Production Company. And you also gave me the confidence to try it. I follow you since Carla’s first studio makeover and I have copy A LOT of inspirational decor ideas for my office and my house. I owe you the peace that I feel for living in a space that I created. Thank you ❤ I’m Peruvian btw, so yeah, you are a worldwide success.

[@TheKaurK]

Ahhh it’s so cool to see what goes on behind the scenes! Absolutely love your makeovers! So glad to see your channel grow so much and i hope it keeps growing bigger and stronger! You deserve every bit of your success!! I watch every single one of your videos and will happily continue doing so ❤❤ (also so happy to know Xico is doing well too, thank you for the update!)

[@ashleyvanderwater5065]

Why am I getting emotional listening to you talk through how your business has progressed?! I feel like I’ve watched you grow

[@haseena1001]

Hi Alexandra & AG Team - This was a fun, insightful and interesting Q&A, Thank You for sharing. I would definitely be interested in a business video. A massive congratulations to you and the team on what you have built over a few short years. You are an inspiration not only for what you have achieved but for the person that you are, I know we only see a snippet of all that goes on through KZbin and social media but anyone can tell how authentic, kind, compassionate, strong, intelligent and creative you are. You challenge what the perpetuated image of what a woman in business should look and be like that is helping shape a better present and future for those who want to pursue such a path. You and the AG team also operate in a healthy way that clearly advocates for a diverse, equitable , inclusive environment and work culture. You all work incredibly hard and I know that you all have an incredible future filled with success ahead. Stay safe and well 🎉🎊👏🏾💖👑💙

[@hiya7790]

Oh wow! This was so inspirational! I started watching didn't expecting much out of it, but they way you talk about your business, and the way you built your business, its sooo amazing. So much respect for what you do and who you are.. even more so after this video, honestly! The VISION, OMG! I wish you achieve everything you aspire for this channel.

[@kathywalsh9312]

You can’t believe how often I catch myself singing “You can see my light”

[@teszter704]

I really enjoy seeing the team members and hearing you credit their hard work and talent. So many youtubers pretend to work alone, when in fact they probably have even bigger teams behind them

[@teridawnmarshall1748]

Alexandria, you are a BOSS! Thank you, for sharing your entire business model. I listen to this episode twice. It's a reality check for me and developing the kind of Podcast I want to produce. My topic is more about personal and spiritual development, however, I get why I need to give myself the time, effort and patience to build a solid business base.

[@sometimesyaya5110]

I can just imagine there being a folder of team AG singing ‘see my light’ clips 😂😂

[@laurenwentzell3191]

Been following your episodes for a few years and have enjoyed the evolution of your brand. Love your collaborations as well with Danie and others.

[@heatherc.9012]

Love the transparency! I wish more people were open about these things as a small business owner.

[@juliebey8240]

This was a LOT to unpack. Thank you so much. I had all the same burning 🔥 questions. I found your channel in the pandemic and you were LITERALLY the first time I ever subscribed to ANYONE. Loved you then, love seeing the growth of your company and channel. All the team is awesome 👏 and love me that Graham cam 👏 I’ll follow Team AG anywhere 😊 if you ever get to Arizona 🙄I’ll order me a makeover Lol 😂 lol

[@emmaubelhor9139]

thank you for answering my question!! love your channel and love supporting team ag ❤

[@carrisaamado]

Wow this certainly makes me appreciate you and your team’s makeovers even more! There are all these details and steps you wouldnt know or think about but your effort and hard work shows! Congrats Graham, you deserve it! And can I just say that you’re making me want to limewash a wall in my apartment 😂

[@tonikirk5493]

Alexandra, you are amazing. You model humility and kindness while you realize your big and creative ideas, not to mention being the inspiration to be your own boss, create and manage a small-to-medium (and eventually, one day, a very large business) business, and illustrate (along with your employees) how possible it is to become successful as the world of commerce and communication changes. You are the future. Brava!!!

[@user-eu8ub1yw6o]

Thank you so much, Alexandra, for this comprehensive and extremely honest video. It was really interesting and so gratifying to get the answers to so many questions and in such detail. Often, when successful people are asked how they 'made it', their answers can be disingenuous and flippant, leaving you none the wiser and making you feel as if it all happened by magic and they're not really willing to let you in on their secrets, in case you 'steal' them. This was just so refreshing. Talking about money is very 'vulnerable' as you said, and I feel people shy away from it because they might feel it's too personal, and they don't want to admit how much or how little they make. Despite your discomfort, you addressed it, and again, I'm so grateful. I only recently discovered you, and I've been binge-watching your videos. I'm obsessed. 😍 BTW, I live in the UK, so if you're ever in these parts, do consider dragging your team and your goodies here and hooking me up; I'm pretty sure there are brands here who'd love to work with you too. (I get first dibs on a makeover, though.)

[@judithwoellenstein44]

This has been so interesting, I’ve always been beyond impressed by your sense of business development. It is truly what makes your content stand out. Thank you for your inspiration