YouTube Over 40, 50, 60+: Why You'll Love It! And it's not why you think! It will change your life.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

So are you ready? Have you started? What do you think of youtube? Share below! :)

[@MyVanMonty]

Started recently. Over 50, sharing my van adventures solo and with my family. Surf, Bike, Camp, Hike. Please give me a follow @MyVanMonty. Thanks!

[@themodernbookwoman]

Yes!!! I just started my midlife book channel bc every Booktuber I watched was in their 20s and I wanted book recs from midlife moms like me.... so I decided to throw my hat in! It's been a slower growth, I think, but I do think I'm finding my authentic tribe, which is what I want!!! If you like to read and you're over 40, I'd love to have you too! ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

@@themodernbookwoman Oh what a fun inspiration for your channel! There are so many neat niches on youtube. Thank you for sharing your experience. I love, love, love to read. I will check out your channel! THank you for watching. xoxo

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

@@themodernbookwoman I subscribed! I forgot to say! :)

[@mga282able]

New subscriber- in my 50s - much encouragement thanks

[@beek]

So true. I started my channel when I was 48 and now I’m 64 with nearly 150,000 subscribers! I make my living off KZbin which no one can believe. I strongly suggest it!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

I LOVE THIS! Thank you for taking the time to post and share your story - I hope anyone who is on the fence sees this comment. It is a beautiful one! 64 year old successful youtube - 100% love it! Wonderful - if you can do it, we can do it. Thank you so much for being a motivating voice! woohoo! OMG and you're a bee keeper - you're helping to save the planet too! XOXO!!!

[@WelcomeToRabuAvenue]

wow, i wish the same for me!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

@@WelcomeToRabuAvenue Sounds good to me! Go for it!

[@Van-Ished]

Wow

[@doodsanddudes]

Wow ! Mine is at 10 k and growing . Travel mostly with my labradoodle.

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

I didn’t start until I was 45. I have been a full time KZbin creator for 5 years. Best thing I have ever done.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Wow I love this! Thank you, you have just now inspired me! You have 1.2 m-i-l-l-i-o-n subs....that's incredible! xoxo

[@Steven-Thompson]

That’s fantastic! Glad to hear it’s been so rewarding for you!

[@richardhyatt-beekeeping]

I just did a search for KZbin influencers over 80. I've only found two. Woo-hoo. The field is wide open!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

haha awesome!!! Love your attitude - see, totally underserved market!! haha

[@CoffeeWalksandWhatever]

We searched for KZbinrs over 60! We’re a hard bunch to find! 😄 ☕️🇨🇦☕️

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

@@CoffeeWalksandWhatever Maybe not for long.... :)

[@richardhyatt-beekeeping]

@@AlexaSaarenoja Yes, my kids will be there before long 🙍🏼‍♂️

[@bizbitch]

subscribed!!!

[@BBenoist]

I am 65 and my KZbin channel has been a great source of residue income for my career coaching business. Not only monetization from ads but driving traffic to my online courses as well as marketing my 1:1 coaching practice. And there is nothing better than the feeling of having helped someone with their career struggles.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes! I love this. Thank you for sharing. I hope others see your comment and feel inspired to jump on youtube. Incredible!

[@CoachAubreyBahr]

This is why I’m getting my channel going. For my coaching.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

@@CoachAubreyBahr Smart move!

[@Healing_Decibels]

Wonder about your rates something I maybe interested in

[@lifewidelearninghere]

This is also my aim. I need to get out of the tech industry. It's killing me.

[@Holisticallychristelle]

Yep, I’m turning 50 with over 6000 subs sharing my health journey. I absolutely love being creative and finding my tribe. ❤☺️

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Incredible! Love it! Health journeys are so special too because they impact so many people and most are in dire need of inspiration and motivation for staying healthy. Thank you for watching and congrats on 6.3k subs! wow! xoxo

[@Steven-Thompson]

That’s amazing! So glad you’re enjoying the journey and connecting with others!

[@JustJerusha]

"KZbin is the new Midlife Crisis." Yes! You are so right about the creative aspect. As a fellow midlifer, I've been doing the same thing with my little channel. I did a "walk and talk" too. Glad to subscribe. 😊

[@themarekch]

That's great 👍

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thank you for watching and it is such a happy “midlife crisis” 😀 Thank you for the sub. Wishing you the best with your channel and I apologize for the delay in responding! I’m trying my best to keep up. Xoxo

[@youmerosie3829]

Hi, turning 70 this year. Just literally started a channel for fun. Keep my brain active it's good fun. Wasn't sure about channel, but recently got a Cavalier spaniel, moved ....so our channel is about our life home and our puppy Rosie as she grows. Hope it grows and thought there must be lots of lonely people...all ages. Thought would our channel brighten their day when watching. Have subscribed. Great video

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes, I love this! Pets and youtube, about life, and more...so great. I think people would be able to relate for sure. Best of luck with it. 70 what a milestone. Incredible and on youtube, how awesome. Love, love, love it! Go, go, go! xoxo

[@mikeg-yh5ey]

Hi Alexa! I'm 63, retired and travel, I'm always encouraged to start a youtube channel ,but haven't. I Love your encouragement, excitement, and positivity! I'm going to get started! Your energy is awesome! Thank you!

[@doodsanddudes]

Yep started mine for travel.

[@Van-Ished]

@@mikeg-yh5ey do it, do it, do it 😂😂🍺

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Go for it! Is a blast! Thank you for watching and wish you all the best with it! 😊

[@user-gs2lm4xb7j]

I like KZbin videos that aren't heavily edited. I like the videos of people being real. A video with no doorbells ringing, or you never hear sn ambulance. I subscribe to a creator who will tell her audience to hold on, I'm thirsty. She'll go to the refrigerator to get something to drink. She does not show the driver. She'll answer the door and sign for a package. Sneezing or coughing as long as you say excuse me I'm good. Everybody is different. All of the things I just mentioned I like when creators leave it in their videos. I sure do. I like your channel. You inspire me to start my very own.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

That is lovely to hear. ❤️❤️ Thank you for sharing. 😀

[@ayysweetstea9339]

Thank God there are people over 30 years old Not being negative to people starting a channel when over 30 years old. Great video!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Woop woop! Let's do this!

[@themodernbookwoman]

Yes!!! I just started my midlife book channel bc every Booktuber I watched was in their 20s and I wanted book recs from midlife moms like me.... so I decided to throw my hat in! It's been a slower growth, I think, but I do think I'm finding my authentic tribe, which is what I want!!! If you like to read and you're over 40, I'd love to have you too! ❤

[@Thislittlelifeofmine1]

I’m 37 but subscribed!! Close enough lol

[@26vertigos]

I’m going to go subscribe! I’ve been looking for this kind of content 😊

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Woohoo 🎉 love it! Go for it!

[@DownToEarthwithKaty]

What a lovely community you are building here of fellow 40+ budding KZbinrs encouraging one another! 🎉🎉🎉

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Owah thank you - that's my goal! I hope we can all help each other and grow together. The more the merrier! xoxo

[@paulamanninglewis]

I recently restarted my KZbin channel that I started 16 years ago when I was still in my 30s. So I'm not starting from zero, but I'm still under 100 subscribers. How on earth did you get so many followers in 6 weeks? I'm going to check out your channel after I watch this one. Thank you for the encouragement!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

I was in a similar boat actually I had around 200 subs when I started to revive my channel. I've had it for ten years, posting super random stuff, but now I am niching like a queen..haha and it's working well. I've been following strategies that I have learned in some youtube courses I am taking as well and it seems to work. Which I share all of those strategies on my channel. :) Thank you for watching and sending you lots of positive energy for your channel growth. xoxo

[@paulamanninglewis]

@@AlexaSaarenoja awesome! Thank you. I have watched several of your videos so far and subscribed so I can watch more.

[@Luneyland]

I love the background, makes me feel like home. It's the other way for me - I'm an Estonian living in the US (Florida). Thank you for the motivation - I've been thinking for a long time to make my own version of 'Starting a channel in your 40s' video. I agree that the absolute best part of having a channel is the community and comments. You can have a terrible day and be burnt out and just getting 1 really positive comment can totally turn it around and make your whole day.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

It's so true! The community is amazing. I never in my wildest dreams thought that would be a positive thing about youtube. It's fabulous! Such a pleasant bonus! :) Estonian eh? I love Estonia...just a boat ride away! I have a few relatives in Florida. Enjoy the warm weather, but maybe not the hurricane season. xoxo

[@Itzdebzlifestyle]

I am 45 also, I have started my channel. It’s a journey for me. But here on KZbin it’s a challenge and you have to be strong minded. Criticism is a must, but life is full with criticism. JUST START, STOP PROCRASTINATE

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Exactly! Just go for it - like you said. Love it! Thank you for watching! Xoxo

[@AzureDaisyEmbroidery]

I am 55 and started my channel about 2 months ago. Only 15 subscribers but I am enjoying the process and I hope to have a following of my people. I was afraid because I would look stupid or no one would watch but I am having fun with it and learning! You are so right!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

That is great to hear! 15 people is a great start. That's 15 people from around the world that are interested in your topic and are jive with you. That is incredible! I am sure it will grow and grow as more people find your content. Congrats on starting and just going for it. Many don't. So bravo!!! Thank you for watching and sharing your journey I love hearing people's youtube journeys. So I really appreciate it. xoxo You've got this! Let's grow, grow, grow and meet lovely and unique people!

[@AdventuresbyCarrieandLarry]

I feel this!!! I’m also 55 and loving making my little videos. I’m slowly getting better. I’m up to 118 subscribers and I get so excited when I get a new subscriber. It’s silly but it makes my day 🤣

[@AzureDaisyEmbroidery]

@@AdventuresbyCarrieandLarry me too! I am up to 21! Woohoo! 😂

[@AdventuresbyCarrieandLarry]

@@AzureDaisyEmbroidery WOO HOO! Keep going!

[@AzureDaisyEmbroidery]

@@AdventuresbyCarrieandLarry I just subscribed to your channel!

[@AgingOnYourTerms]

Thank you for this video. I'm an introvert and started my channel in May, faceless. But you are giving me the motivation to face my introverted fears and step on front of the camera.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Oh that is so nice to hear! Go for it! I think it's a great idea, but I'm biased..haha We'll support you! :)

[@JasenomadeTV]

I had the same fear and stayed behind the camera for one year on my French channel, then I started this one on the front of the camera and more myself, libarating... I am going to susbcribe to your channel now and hope to see you on the front of the camera when you are ready x

[@AgingOnYourTerms]

@@JasenomadeTV Thank you! I promise it will be soon. ❤️

[@surfsavvy]

Fellow introvert here. I have a faceless channel as well. But I think I'm starting a new one with me right in front of it. Subscribing to your channel!

[@AgingOnYourTerms]

@@surfsavvy Thank you! ❤️. I will definitely check out your channel and subscribe.

[@TheSubwaysurfer]

I am currently using KZbin platform to fight back depression from stage four kidney failure. It has been a godsend and keeping me motivated, focused and sane.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

That is awesome that it is helping you with that! Keep going then! Wow almost 3.5k that's fabulous! xoxo

[@Scribbleicious]

I just started an art you tube channel. Fingers crossed it goes well. Biggest thing I am working on is consistency. Looking forward to meeting new people !

[@bizbitch]

me too! subscribed.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Excellent, congratulations! 🎉 woohoo! 🥳

[@Retrosenescent]

I’m on my walk right now listening to you walking and talking in your video 😋

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

haha love it. Walkers unite for yotuube success! haha awesome. :)

[@Seatheworldwithkatandmik-jh2xz]

Yes the tribe is so good here!! Yes I am over 60 and started 7 mo ago. I like this video . Be your self is the way to go.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Owah thank you for saying! I love that 60+ and on youtube, how awesome! I agree be yourself! :) And you're traveling the world as well on those lovely cruises! xoxo

[@sing-alongmagic]

I love your determination and energy, Alexa. I'm 45 and started a mostly faceless music channel on 27 June (8 subs & over 30 hours of watch time to date). However, I might get the camera out today as you've inspired me.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Awesome! So great to hear! Go for it. I think it will be great! Woohooo. Thank you for watching and so excited to see your face on your channel! :)

[@EncouragementFactory-vg4sd]

Started several channels after 60. SOOOOOOO exciting!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

So cool! Yes, I agree it's so much fun! I can't wait till I have more time to really dive in more! It's a blast. Thanks for watching and best of luck with all your channels. I hope they grow like crazy. "Jumper cables for the creative soul." love that in your description!

[@AudioDreamsASMR]

Hail to the good vibe tribe! A few months ago I opened an ASMR channel purely as a hobby where I will be able to record sound from nature and others like that and I can say that I learned a lot while building my channel about sound recording equipment. So I think that for the self-development of an individual it is not bad to have a channel where you can learn something new. .It is interesting. 😊

[@themarekch]

Do whatever makes you happy. You got this.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Oh that's a cool channel! Very unique, I haven't seen many of those. I am sure there are plenty but I have never thought about it. Cool! I agree self development is great and youtube is a great place to capitalize on that for sure. haha Always something to learn and especially with your channel like you said with sound and equipment. Thank you for watching and commenting. Wishing you the best with your channel! :)

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

@@themarekch I agree! xoxo

[@AudioDreamsASMR]

​@@themarekch Yeah, I want to and continue to work, that creative process gives me strength. Thank you for your support. You're wonderful 🥰❤

[@AudioDreamsASMR]

@@AlexaSaarenoja I'm glad you like the channel, the support means a lot to me. Thank you for your support. You're wonderful 🥰❤

[@LifewithMamaLucero]

I'm so excited to join fellow gen Xer that is starting this KZbin journey. I have been in my own way for a long time. But now I have a fire to get moving. Lost my job just before Christmas and have not found work. While I need to make money, I can't help thinking maybe this is why!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Everything happens for a reason. Lost my job too, so I understand. Let's do this! xoxo thank you for watching. I appreciate it.

[@Sarah.GetHerDone]

Hi, I’m just getting started here; for sure Looking for my vibe tribe. I love how you said KZbin is the new midlife crisis. That is so true and I’m here for it🎉😀

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

awesome!!! xoxo

[@DiakaMelendez]

Awesome started my channel 4 months ago at over 40 and am also loving it!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Wooohooo! Let's do this! xoxo

[@merrimcarthur7198]

AHHAHHAHHHAHHHAAA!! (in a good way) "THEN you can shove it in their face." LOVE that attitude! Ok...feeling motivated enough to go get me a selfie stick and finally (FINALLY) starting my KZbin journey. I'll let you know when it gets going. Best of luck growing YOUR channel. Btw, I'm almost 70. It's never too late.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes! Woohoo! It will be exciting to see your channel. And I just want to say as a woman in her 40s, I would love to have a figure in my life that is 20,30 years older than me to gain wisdom from. I am estranged from my own parents and my grandparents are gone now, so finding someone on youtube that shares their wisdom from years ahead of me or as I like to say Levels ahead in the game of life. I've made it to level 45 and you level 70 :), it would be lovely to see the world through your wise eyes who is a bit further ahead of me. Anyway, go for it. Definitely let us all know when you create your channel or post on it!! xoxo

[@ExploringtheArtofLiving]

I'm also mom of 3 (fortunately, they are all grown up now) and I really resonate with being just a provider for family and here I can feel seen again and do interesting new things 😁 Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Well hello mama! Ohhh I love your channel name! Yes, it's nice to be seen - glad you are finding a similar experience. It's your turn! :) xoxo thank you for watching and commenting. Wishing you many subscribers and good energy!

[@dawnsspiritualrhythms369]

68 and relaunching this month. Thank you for the divine wink.❤🎉🙏🏿

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Oh lovely! Best of luck to you with your relaunch! Thank you for watching. And happy you found this video to help give you that affirmation or push that you were seeking to just go for it! Wishing you many subs in the near future and tons of fun! xoxo

[@lisawanderess]

I'm 55 and have been chronicling my life as a full-time nomad in a vintage caravan for the past 5 years and only recently got monetized but don't seem to be getting the crazy amount of growth I see other channels getting but I do love my KZbin "tribe" ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

What a cool thing to share! ❤️ I’ve posted a few strategies for growth videos recently maybe they can help you. Wishing you the growth you desire. 🎉

[@TheFamilyOdyssey]

Im 43 and I'm readyyy! I started a month ago and I'm enjoying it so far. I got nothing to lose.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Awesome! Congratulations! 🎉

[@mybackyardisdisney]

Great! I’m 61 and a Disney vlogger. I love it❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

How cool! What a unique niche. Love it! xoxo

[@mybackyardisdisney]

@@AlexaSaarenoja Yes! We live in the town built by Disney next door to Walt Disney World. We are in the parks at least twice per week. So I get a lot of content! I just started posting regularly the last few months. Still working on my video editing and filming etc.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

@@mybackyardisdisney Oh that's super convenient, my daughter wants to go to Disney so badly! She would be so jealous of your lifestyle! xoxo

[@mybackyardisdisney]

@@AlexaSaarenoja she needs to come! My son is a Cast member so we are all about Disney here.

[@grace48457]

Quick comment- I’m impressed and encouraged that your channel, which is only 6weeks old, was suggested to me by KZbin while I was just randomly scrolling on my home page. Good for you! Here’s to growing your channel!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes, youtube is pushing smaller channels right now, so it's a wonderful time to be on youtube for us smaller channels. Woop Woop!!! xoxo

[@overthehillandoverthemount2925]

LOL i am 69 years old and I have a KZbin channel and i am living the dream. It is just fun to do. You should always be creating no matter what your age is.

[@MomsTravelTeam]

❤❤❤ love this. We seem to be like minded!!!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Amen to that! ❤️

[@Shushingtheshame1]

Great video and I’m glad I found you! I agree that the “over 40” or in my case “over 50” group is WAY underserved and underrepresented. I kept searching around on YT for people my age and all I could find were channels talking about physical things like makeup, fashion, and weight loss. I started my channel about 6 weeks ago. Looking to connect with other women that are passionate about nurturing themselves and improving their mental health in their “3rd third” of life. ❤

[@themarekch]

❤ that's fantastic you found what you were looking for and starting on KZbin. Keep it up

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes, and I think your topic is beautiful, because we transform dramatically in each decade of life, so talking about things like improving life and more is always relevant. I love hearing experiences from women older than me as well, because it helps me to know what to expect or to see their perspective...I think it's a wonderful thing! Let's represent the older generations!!! woop woop!

[@SecretSuperShopper]

Thank you so much for the encouragement! My channel is coming soon.

[@themarekch]

That's fantastic news.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

How exciting!!! woohooo! Go for it! :) Thank you for watching, I appreciate it.

[@Fearlessly-Kristen]

I’m 36 and found this so helpful. I accidentally fell into KZbin 7 years ago (I didn’t take it seriously then) bc I talked about changing careers via coding boot camp and that video is still my WORST yet most popular video today date. 😅 the camera quality is horrid. And I didn’t even format the video correctly when exporting it but it got over 200,000 views. No one cared. You’re so right. Keep it simple and your tribe will come. Thanks so much.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Exactly! Thank you for sharing. So true! Xoxo

[@sierralovesdogs]

49 and started last year! You’ve grown so fast - congrats! I related to so much of what you said! KZbin is the new midlife crisis! 😂😂 um yep! Turning 50 and I guess it’s better than other options! 😂😂 new subscriber!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Haha "better than other options" made me laugh aloud. haha Thank you for that. Congrats on your channel too! Wishing you tons of growth! xoxo Thank you for commenting and watching, I truly appreciate it.

[@JackieWolven]

I just started three weeks ago as a 54 year old and I agree it’s so fun. I laughed when you said it was the new midlife crisis! Whatever it is it’s been so fun to do creative things.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

That’s awesome to hear! Congratulations! Wishing you the best with it! Thank you for watching! Xoxo

[@MyLifeShortFilms]

Greetings from New Orleans, Louisiana!! Loved this! It was encouraging and inspiring! Thank you for your boldness! Gives me more boldness to do this!! Love it! And you’re 100%, about how I now, look for more authentic, wholesome channels without the glitz and glam, high tech videos! I want more authentic and organic!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Oh New Orleans, fond memories of that place! So glad you enjoyed the video and the authenticity (aka sweating and wrinkles...haha). Thank you for watching and yes, let's be bold, show ourselves as we are and encourage others to do so, just think how much better the world could be if we all felt comfortable in our own skin wherever we went. Can't even imagine, but I'm so ready for it! xoxo

[@yankamamma]

You're 45, with some grey hair, no make up and you look stunning! Thank you for the inspiration ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Oh thank you. I definitely didn’t feel stunning in that moment! 😅 But that the point I guess. ☺️💜

[@LouiseUsher]

I’ve been on KZbin since I was 39. I’m 54 now. Yes my channel is still pretty small (4k) but I love it. And I have all those memories shared too ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

4k eyes on your content. I don't know, maybe I am old school but that is a heck of a lot of people in my opinion! Awesome! It's so fun! Thank you for sharing your story. xoxo

[@NickandNeoshea]

Hello fellow KZbinr!! I have found your channel and have subscribed! I think our age is so precious and definitely a great time to start a KZbin channel! Good Luck with your goals! I am working my goals with my channel as well! 🙂

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Hello! Nice to virtually meet you. :) I agree this is a great time and life is definitely precious as you say. Thank you for watching and commenting. Wishing you the best with your journey on youtube. xoxo Let's do this!

[@IramisandGerry]

I am in Boston, it’s 7:25am and this came across my feed. Love it and Subscribed! I am 48 and In started my own channel 3 months ago. I have 132 subs. It’s a slow growth. I post one short every day and one long form video every week. It’s hard, but I do to with a smile. The community that I am building is an amazing. It’s full of women and men from all over the world that are inspired by my attitude, words, and goal setting. If I can inspire someone to look at their finances now, find a way to save and be able to retire early to travel the world then I made my dream come through. I want to help others. I wish you well and 🍀 on everyone’s journeys! GO, SLAY! GenX go SLAY! 💗🇵🇷

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Congratulations on your channel and wish you the best with it!! Thank you for watching! ☺️

[@IramisandGerry]

@@AlexaSaarenoja thank you!😊

[@mixedspots]

You are beautiful! I’m 47, single mother of 3. Thank you for the encouragement and for making us feel that we can still make a difference even at this age, that we still exist. May the Divine Spirit bless you always!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Wow you are lovely, thank you! Single mother of three…incredible ❤️❤️❤️

[@katarinawatson3995]

Yes! I just started at 50, it’s exciting! Unreal how fast you’ve grown just in days-I was here just a few days ago!! Wow!!! We spent years living in Sweden with our kids…hope you’re enjoying Finland! 🙏🏻💕 congrats on your KZbin growth!!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

"Started at 50" -- I love it! Sweden is beautiful and the language is so happy and upbeat. :) xoxo

[@lisamonalisahikes]

Hey new here… and smaller than you 😂 but I’m trying. I can’t seem to break 100… so close 😅 I totally agree the people that are like you- are your tribe or if not “they pass you buy” I love that the people that stay want to be here. I’ve been so scared to be in front of the camera 🥴 thank thank thank for this video!!!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thank you so much for watching! I feel like the first 500 are the hardest! You’re doing awesome! Keep going! Xoxo

[@LifeThroughMyEyes14]

Love this video! I am a new creator and I am also a mom of 2 in the over 40 age group!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

How fun! Great to see more moms (and over 40) on youtube! Woop Woop! Thank you for watching and commenting. Best of luck with your channel. I hope it's a huge success, however you define that for you! xoxo

[@xploradora8099]

49 here and finally stopped listening to my inner voice. Just do it.. Here from Australia, midlife crisis and finding my inner Dora soul again.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes!!! Find Dora and bring her out for the world to experience! 🎉🎉❤️

[@peterfritzphoto]

I’m 56, and I’m thoroughly enjoying my journey on KZbin. It’s one of the most satisfying (and challenging) things I’ve ever done!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

I completely agree! It's awesome! xoxo

[@CeCeandHass]

I really wish KZbin would give our channel a little push just enough to know our content is even worth it. I will be the first to admit that our first videos are a hot mess but we have been constantly getting better and narrowing down our niche but it just seems we are not making it into the algorithm.

[@JustJerusha]

First off, everybody's beginner videos are a "hot mess." Second, I took a look at your channel and saw the superpower video. Y'all are too cute as a couple! I subscribed.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Omg your videos are hilarious. I agree I just watched the super power one and you had me laughing at 47 sec. I love that your channel is about marriage, life, adventures as a couple. So nice to see. The one thing I would say, which is being mentioned in all the classes I am taking, is just jump right in with you two at the beginning of the video and place the beautiful intro that you have created later in the intro. You could start right away with "today we are talking about 5 unique date idea" or whatever the topic is and then show the intro video. The reason I say this is because you two are so magnetic, authentic and full of love and energy that I think, seeing you first, telling what the video is about and then jumping to the intro, might help to get viewers engaged in your videos faster. You all make that channel with your energy. So show you first to attract the viewers into your channel at the getgo. Just a thought, you don't have to take my advice, but just want to share what I have been learning. xoxo

[@Inn8ture]

I appreciate you for sharing this! I've spent far too long on learning how to film and edit that I think the fear of actually uploading has taken over because I feel its not good enough. This is the kick up the butt I need to just do it. I'm so looking forward to being part of this wonderful community. Subscribed 😊

[@starchyshauna]

Me too!!! I’ve been in “planning” mode for too long!! I’m FINALLY going to publish my first video this week. Good luck @Inn8ture🎉

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Lovely! So great to hear that I gave you some inspiration for the cause! Just do it. You won't regret it! We'll support you! Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing! I truly appreciate it! xoxo So excited to see your videos, please share when you upload! xoxo

[@Inn8ture]

@@starchyshauna Fab! Good luck to you too 😀

[@Inn8ture]

@@AlexaSaarenoja Thanks! I will for sure xoxo

[@meganc3090]

I'm 30, but I totally agree with everything you said. We need more people 40+ on youtube. I LOVE getting wisdom from those older than me. My whole life, I've related more to older people than to peers my age. So I would REALLY appreciate more creators 40+ 😊. I have considered for a few years to start a youtube channel and keep talking myself out of it, but...raw, uncut, less curated videos would be more my style. And I don't have time for much more as a sahm with little ones 😅. I loved your advice. All of it. Thanks 🥰

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Go for it! Be raw, real and fantastic! ❤️

[@MoroccanReflections]

I'm 47 and I've decided to give it a shot 👐

[@hillustration]

I'm starting a channel at 64. I really appreciate this video. Thanks.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thank you for saying and watching! Xoxo

[@GiselleLoayza]

Thank you for the encouragement… I just turned 40 and I’ve never been “busier” and more stressed and I don’t even have kids 😅🥹 no time is always what I get confronted with….

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

If you really want to make the time…ask yourself what could you say no to? Who could you ask support from? I used to be a people pleaser and saying yes to everyone else surest held me back from my own desires. Not sure if this helps but wishing you more time for your dreams! ❤️❤️

[@GiselleLoayza]

@@AlexaSaarenoja ♥️♥️♥️

[@haywardandlove]

Girl, this video popped in my timeline and I love the title. I started my channel in 2020 and stopped, now here I am again at 49. Definintely enjoying it. My channel is about my family, travel with the hubby, meeting our new grandbaby, and my small business. Y'all come hang out with me xoxo.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Love it! Congrats on your new grandbaby! How exciting! xoxo

[@TheSmilingDiplomat]

I am 53 and most probably the only “The Smiling Diplomat” on KZbin. Love this so so much!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

A smiling diplomat! Lovely! 🎉❤️

[@TheSmilingDiplomat]

@@AlexaSaarenoja ❤️

[@InmysparetimeCrochet]

Great video 😊 I couldn’t agree more! I started late March after procrastinating on it for over a year. It’s the best decision I have made in a long time ❤ you definitely find your cheerleaders. I have planned to do a similar video for my niche because I’m sure there are many out there like me that have thought about it but haven’t started!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes, do it! I noticed many other small channels doing a video like this, so that's why I did it. I think it could be great for motivating those on the fence like you said. xoxo

[@sheiladoerfler]

Another great video. Thanks Alexa. I'm so glad you showed up in my suggested videos this morning. I so needed to hear everything you shared. I' started my channel about a year ago and have been so discouraged the past few weeks. Thanks for the encouraging words. 💚💚💚

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

You’re so welcome! Nice to hear it helped you. Warms my heart! ❤️

[@sianhoskins6271]

Gen Xer here '72' I've just started a new KZbin channel. Faced my fears and reached the point where I really don't care about the outcome. I'm just having fun and hoping others will gravitate towards my energy. Loved your message! So inspiring and motivating ✨️ We are the generation that ROCKS!! 🤟

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

We are indeed the ones who "rock" haha. Love it! So cool you faced your fear and just jumped in. Best of luck to you with your channel! xoxo

[@TodaywithTerriK]

Hi ‘72 here as well! I truly wish KZbin would recommend more gen x and older channels to me. I’ve been on a few years and don’t find many channels over 30 in my feed!

[@muddyoutthere]

I'm 35 but this has really opened me up to pushing my channel. I have an art channel with 44 subscriber at one moment I wanted to throw in the towel but after this I'm getting back in there. Thanks Alexa.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Awesome to hear!!

[@CommonSenseCarnivore]

Oh this video spoke to me!!! You kept addressing points I’d brought up to myself - Can’t I just take a walk & talk for a video? I don’t wear makeup, but do I HAVE to for KZbin? Can’t I just be me? Surely someone wants to hear my voice? And that last part about gen x’ers … I was answering you out loud! Yes girl, that’s US!!!❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Awesome! Go for it! No makeup needed! 😅😂

[@Ty_Myers]

#over40 here! I'm finding so much good content lately from creators over 40 commenting on the experience of starting over 40. It's so overwhelmingly positive and I'm personally gaining a lot from this community. Thank you for being such a wonderful voice of encouragement :D

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

THank you for your kind words and I am so happy to hear you are experiencing all the positivity too! xoxo

[@JaCaraKM]

You are so correct about KZbin being underrepresented for older people. I started my KZbin channel 10 years ago and everything that was being pushed was geared towards younger audiences but now we are getting content that is relatable to an older audience. I didn’t seem to fit in with what those younger audiences wanted. Now at 54, I am finally finding my tribe here on KZbin. After ten years of working on KZbin, it seems like I am now hitting my stride by just creating content that suits older audiences.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thank you for sharing your story! That's great that you are getting in your stride now! Wishing you the best with it. Nice to hear how youtube is changing with regards to this from your perspective. We've got this! woop woop! Thank you! xoxo

[@FilmsbyaHuman]

47 and just started my channel. Thanks so much for the encouragement!

[@geneg3776]

I have been hesitating to start a KZbin channel for 6 years. Yes 6 years because I am not computer or tech savvy. Thankyou for posting this because after watching the video and reading the comments, I am starting to feel its possible to try again in my 50's.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

You can! I know you can. Let me know how I can help and I will make tutorials for you. ❤️❤️

[@geneg3776]

​​​@@AlexaSaarenojaWhat a wonderful thing to say and want to do. Cheers.😊 Thankyou also for the encouragement. Just subscribed as also noticed you have alot of YT content I can learn from. Cheers!!😊

[@MarriageOnAnotherLevel]

We’re empty nesters and although we’re a small channel, we love it!!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Awesome!!! 🤩

[@ebayposhman]

47 here ! Great motivation to keep uploading

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Woop woop! Let's do this! Thanks for watching and commenting. Best of luck with your channel. xoxo

[@aprileve411]

Thank you for this message. I’m 42F about to start a new journey alone. I feel like I have much to share with others. Being a YT creator has been on my mind for quite some time. You have really been inspiring. New subscriber here.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thank you for the kind words! Wishing you the best with it! Just go for it - it’s so therapeutic to share with others. Xoxo

[@pocketgreetings6450]

I so relate to you. Such great ideas you talk about no makeup no jewelry. You don’t need to buy fancy cars or bling. The average person just wants to live a good life and take care of their family themselves and help others. The background is stunning with the beautiful clouds and the field. Love it so much thank you for doing that! ♥️🌹 I love your channel. You’re so honest and straightforward. You are wonderful breath of fresh air. You have a beautiful face and you’re so smiling. Love seeing you and following you and great when you come up on my feed thank you so much. You inspire and motivate me to become better every single day at one percent a day that’s 365% a year.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thanks for sharing!! Such kind words and positive energy! Love it! Happy to hear all of this and thank you for watching! ❤️❤️❤️

[@RockWILK]

It's all a matter of perspective. The longer you live, the more you have to offer.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Amen! Truth! Xoxo Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@RockWILK]

@@AlexaSaarenoja 🙏💪🏼❤️

[@KychaHoppe]

Midlifer here! I started my channel 3 years ago. It’s the best experience, I am having so much fun! ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Isn't it!? That's so great to hear you are feeling the same way! Thank you for sharing. Awesome! xoxo

[@mariakennedy6238]

I’m in the “I’m just like her” camp! TY for posting this! 🎉😊❤ I’m trying to wrap my brain around if/how/when to start!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Woohoo! Let's do it! Hey on Tuesday I plan to do a video about a checklist for new youtubers! MAybe that could help you with the how at least. xoxo

[@MariateresaSantiago-l6x]

Did you ever have the feeling that the Universe knew you needed to hear a message that would feel like it was speaking directly to YOU? Well, today was the day for me - and you were the person to deliver the message that I needed to hear. I have been wanting to start a KZbin channel for many years, watched waaay too many videos, then put the idea on the back burner and the years passed. As a newly minted 71 year old, I've pulled the idea back to a front burner - for all the reasons you so eloquently stated. I thank you for your honesty and your words of encouragement. Stay tuned ;)

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Awesome, I just got goosebumps reading your message. I am so happy for you!! Yes, go for it! I bet you have so much great life experience and wisdom to share! Exciting!!! xoxo

[@jbrettontruettt]

I’m 53 and recently unemployed. Looking to get into a new line of work and this is inspiring!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Sorry to hear about your unemployment, but maybe it is a great gift soon! Wishing you the best! xoxo

[@Van-Ished]

Also a newbie with only a handful of videos - 50 year old man with a van. This is great advice to just click record and upload. You have nothing to lose and so much to gain. 🎉🎉

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes, exactly! Nothing to lose and so much to gain! I completely agree! xoxo

[@TheTetheredButterfly80]

Yes ❤ I'm 43, and I'm about to start my channel 😊

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Awesome - love it! Best of luck to you with it, maybe it be an incredible experience! Thank you for watching and commenting! xoxo

[@doodsanddudes]

I did! Its crazy how much I have grown after 40 years on this planet. I amped it up after learning all this new stuff that didn’t exist when we were really in our teens years. Do it now!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

10k subs wow that's so cool! I know right?! We've lived through a lot, why not share that experience and knoweldge with others. Forever learners!!! xoxo

[@doodsanddudes]

@@AlexaSaarenoja totally 💯

[@over40matters]

So so true about the underserved "niche" of midlifers who still have a song unsung in us! Which is why I also started a YT channel recently, a 42 year old single mum in London working full time. I started in Feb (video #1), then filmed tons of content but it was disheartening to be spending 10hrs on editing what will then be just a 10-15min video clip, so stopped. But watching videos like you helps to regain courage, so I restarted and posted another video just the other day. Yay! Thanks for the inspiration - liked and subscribed. We are all in this together. ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yea! Happy for you that you are getting back on the youtube ride! Wishing you the best with it! Videos take a lot of time to edit! That's for sure... xoxo

[@onetaketara4429]

Yay! Thanks for this video! Very relatable! I started a KZbin channel for fun during the pandemic and this past spring I rebooted it at age 46! I share my hobbies and interests, cooking, camping, vanlife, etc. It’s a fun and creative outlet and helps me feel more productive. It’s given me such a boost. I can’t remember where it came from but I heard something that really resonated with me, a mantra “create not consume.” It was a goal to move from someone who just consumes to someone who creates!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes, I love that as well. Create not consume - fabulous! Congrats on reviving your channel - wishing you lots of success and subs! xoxo

[@surfsavvy]

I love your natural authentic vibe. I find myself gravitating to this. I also like what 40 and up creators, they have a lot of wisdom to impart. Even their mundane lives can be inspirational for younger ones. You have also inspired me to start my own YT journey ❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Woohoo! 🥳 so exciting go for it!! ❤️

[@KonstantinShepard]

The best thing for me is that it can be done from anywhere in the world!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Exactly!

[@WonderAboutUs]

That’s the reason we started our channel. We thought the over forty crowd was being underserved and we have something to share with them.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Excellent! ❤️❤️

[@jylromain6439]

I'm not a Gen-Xer...I'm 73. I will be starting my channel in the Fall. (There's a reason I have to wait). But you are so inspiring and supportive. I'm very excited about getting into it. Thank you for mentioning older people. We get forgotten too. So it's nice that you included us.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

I think that is fantastic! The more the merrier! All ages are welcome. Excited for you! Yes, Baby Boomers are definitley underserved on youtube...I think you will have a blast! Thank you for watching and commenting. xoxo

[@diannad8905]

Thanks for your video! I have been thinking about doing it for a while (I am 56 years/o mom and Nana) and self -employed. Your authenticity is infectious, and your one liners had me cracking up…my grey hair and sweating because I have a sweatshirt on, feeling lost and forgotten while supporting others, and your many mom encouraging words. You go girl! Thanks for being you and sharing you! New sub!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thank you for your comment and the details as well. It's nice to hear what is resonating with you specifically! I appreciate and thank you for the sub. It means the world to me. I think you should go for it and jump on youtube - have fun with it! xoxo

[@alicepirola7077]

62 yrs here and starting my KZbin channel stat. Gonna just do it! Thank you 🎉

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes! Awesome do it! I am so excited for you. You are going to have a blast! woohoo!!!! I am loving how many 60+ are commenting on this video saying they are starting or already started. It's wonderful. Go go grow! Yea, so happy for you and thank you for sharing your story here and for watching my video. xoxo

[@Life_of_John]

Who said youtube are pushing small channels? I'm over 50, have a small channel and even my subscribers tell me they don't always get notifications when I publish a video! But I'll keep going, cos I love talking to the camera. The camera listens to what I have to say, doesn't disagree with me and never answers back! Good luck with your channel.

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes cameras are so well behaved aren’t they! 😂 That’s odd about what your viewers say. I believe there is an option when you upload a video that says notify subscribers. Anyhoo love your energy! ❤️❤️

[@learningtogetheredu]

I used to think that it's too late fore to start KZbin but when I started last year I have enjoyed it so much. Growth has been slow but I know will get there. The goal is to keep doing and not to give up

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

That's a great plan! Because I think that's the biggest thing, be consistent and keep going. It will happen. Wow one of your videos has almost 7k views - that's awesome!!! Go, go, grow! Thank you for watching and commenting and sharing your story I really love hearing about different journeys and seeing what everyone is up to and how they are making a difference on this platform. xoxo

[@DavidCote333]

Looks like you’re catching traction, congrats! I’m not quite in the 40+ crowd, just turned 39, but I recently got active publishing videos on KZbin. Once I found an engaging niche, I quickly realized that this could actually be something. It’s only been a couple months of continuous action. Before I started, I doubted the possibility of ever becoming monetized, now I’m confident that it’s only a matter of time! To you and everyone putting in work, keep doing your thing. It’s only a matter of time!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes I love this comment! It’s so true.. just a matter of time! Xoxo

[@PrairieLakeProductions]

This was only 6 days ago and now you have almost 2000k wow! I came back to watch this video and I’m so glad I did! I’m 37 and I’ve been wanting to start my channel for a while. Thanks for making this ❤❤❤

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

It's insane how much this video has grown my channel. I guess the message is clear - people are completely fine with simple non-edited videos as long as the message speaks to them. Thank you for watching and definitely go for it! This is proof you can do it with minimal tools! Wishing you the best! xoxo

[@RavinderSingh-ft5dw]

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeet work dear. Keep it up. God bless you.

[@jeanshelbybooks4154]

I really resonated with this video. I’m 45 and I have a new KZbin channel. I haven’t been spending much time with it and this has inspired me to post more videos. My channel is mostly about my writing life but one goal I have is to grow a community of women who are moms and have careers and are trying to follow their dreams. This gave me so many ideas for my channel! 😊

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Excellent! Sounds like a beautiful idea!! ❤️

[@EverydayNesbitt]

New subscriber here. I just turned 43 this past week. Im a mom of 4 creating homemaking and lifestyle content with over 6K subscribers. I am finally feeling like I can be myself and recently decided to just do me. I'm not "young" with the "fake it until I make it" mindset. I feel like I'm in a world of my own. I'm definitely interested in watching more 40+ content. TFS this video

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Thank you for the sub! Yes agreed - just be real, no need to fake it till you make it. ❤️❤️

[@dozavitaminaP]

This was such a great message. I'm 45 and also a youtuber 😊 We rock! 😁 I have a podcast channel, which I started in January. It's still very small, but I looove making videos and I believe I'm offering value to people. ☺

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

That’s awesome! Woohoo 🎉 Let’s do this! Thank you for watching! Xoxo

[@sean6741]

Congrats!!🎉 I am 40 and started a channel awhile back. Thanks for motivating and positivity. We are made to always be creative not just when teenagers 🙏🏽🤙🏽

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Yes, human nature is to be creative! Congrats on your (awhile back) channel! May it grow, grow, grow! xoxo

[@TinaHBeautifulJourney]

59 here, been on KZbin for 3 years. I create content for the mature woman, and I focus in beauty and creativity. I'm also on a monetization journey, because even though I have the subs, I'm still short in watch time. I pive that so many of us were inspired by Jen at Silver and Solo to either start a channel or get re-energized to put more effort into growing an existing channel. I enjoyed your video and plan to watch more!

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

I know, silver and solo is going down in history for motivating us "mature" generation. Wooohoo. Thank you for watching. Beauty and creativity...now I am intrigued...xoxo Best of luck with it. Wishing you the watch hours you need!

[@PittwaterMowing]

50 year old lawn mowing man here 😊 14 years on KZbin

[@AlexaSaarenoja]

Wow awesome! Impressed and look at all your subs...incredible! Thank you for sharing your story! xoxo