Are you ready? Have you started? How's it going? What's holding you back? Share below. Thanks for watching! xoxo

@laurenluff

20 күн бұрын

Hey Alexa! I just finished an amazing video of yours. I’m loving your positive energy and very much resonate with your messages. So glad to find your channel. 🪷🕉️🦋

@AlexaSaarenoja

20 күн бұрын

@@laurenluff Oh thank you for the kinds words. Warms my heart. Thank you. Have a wonderful day! xoxo

@trailertrish

19 күн бұрын

i waited 9 YEARS to post my first video. it went up monday, my 39th birthday. the way it felt like i finally broke the seal and feel confident filming without makeup is insane. i told my bf i was putting it off bc i wanted to do my makeup and he said "this is u tho. film without makeup." it was freeing. i cant wait to see where i can take my channel. 🥰

@zebromusicofficial

16 күн бұрын

Hi Alexa , I'm currently taking an online course at think media vra, which focuses on KZread, I just started it seems pretty useful so far. Also I've been taking courses in utilizing Ai tools, and learning DaVinci resolve, and general marketing and branding from HubSpot

@livingmy2.0

15 күн бұрын

I have tried to grow my KZread channel multiple times but it's hard because I never saw traction, even when I was consistent, but I'm not giving up! I really envision myself being a KZreadr and I know I will be able to grow and find my community on here 💛 Success story videos like yours inspired me to keep going and know it's possible for me, so thank you.

I am almost 72-year-old and I have had a KZread channel since March of 24 but I have only put three very short videos on it. I have never been on camera and I have never talked to a camera before and it terrifies me and I know it shouldn't. I am ashamed of it because I have wanted to make videos for about 8 years. I think I will bite the bullet and finally make one this week! Thanks!

@AlexaSaarenoja

21 күн бұрын

Oh wow just go for it! It is terrifying, but once you do it once, it will get easier and easier. I think it will be amazing! I love your voice, it would be great to listen to you share stories about the Appalachian mountains...I went to Appalachian State for a little while in Boone, NC. Those mountains were alive with incredible energy and history. It would be so cool to listen to your stories. Best of luck with it. Comment here if you remember when you post your video and I will go watch it!!! xoxo

@SNAKEDOCTOR-ve8nk

15 күн бұрын

@@AlexaSaarenoja I have finally made two videos and uploaded them when you have time take a look at them and tell me what you think what do you think I need to improve on

@BrandzHD

14 күн бұрын

@@SNAKEDOCTOR-ve8nk I subscribed!!!

@SNAKEDOCTOR-ve8nk

14 күн бұрын

@@BrandzHD Thanks I need all the encouragement I can get

@wild1athletics

14 күн бұрын

I just started a 30 day talking to the camera challenge. I want to build my confidence and speaking skills in front of the camera

Sometimes, I feel like quitting youtube. But, every time I see our chickens, bunnies and gardens,.I can't stop myself from sharing it on youtube.. 😊

@jesswise2354

9 күн бұрын

Don’t stop ❤❤❤

@Coconutfarmgirl

8 күн бұрын

@@jesswise2354 Thank you. 😘

@by.carlie.lynch.

8 күн бұрын

aww this is totally my niche i wanna subscribe!!

@Coconutfarmgirl

4 күн бұрын

@@by.carlie.lynch. Thank you! 🩷

@benicio1967

4 күн бұрын

I just subscribed. I wish you so much success!

I'm a 46 year old Dyslexic truck driver And I'm computer illiterate. I've Wanted to learn more about my PC. Editing filming and all that stuff. I didn't even know how to copy and paste. So I started a KZread channel. It's a budgeting channel, cause I enjoy that and about a month and a 1/2 of having the channel. I have almost a 100 subscribers. And everybody is so nice. I'm enjoying doing youtube. I'm learning so much. I wish I had started sooner.

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

Awesome! Congrats! How amazing is that! Wishing you many more beautiful subs! Thank you for watching. xoxo

@EauSoRandom

7 күн бұрын

Subscribed!

@Funny888Smiles

4 күн бұрын

❤❤

"Learn how to be comfortable in discomfort." Definitely part of my YT creator experience.

@SNAKEDOCTOR-ve8nk

14 күн бұрын

@@vectrocomputers I am hopeful it will be the same for me

@p3drogil

12 күн бұрын

Definitely!

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Yea it's like 99.8% of the process! haha We can do it! xoxo Thank you for watching! I appreciate it!

Starting new channel on KZread can be really tough, so I knew I couldn't afford to waste months trying to get noticed by just a handful of people. Instead of spending months to get few hundred subscribers, I found a shortcut to kickstart organic growth after reaching my first 1000 subs (by using a bit of Famester of course). Once that happened, my main channel has experienced a significant surge, and I have realized that people tend to focus on numbers when searching for content. Having a low subscriber count often means being overlooked, even if your content is top-notch...

@Liz-ic6jb

10 күн бұрын

All channels start with ZERO subscribers. Tricks to get subscribers are subscribers that will stay and support your channel.

@AlexaSaarenoja

6 күн бұрын

What is famester? Well whatever works! Glad it worked for you! I've grown a channel organically so I think it can work without any extra support...but if it helps, go for it! xoxo

OMG! Your story about losing your faculty job, is exactly what's happening to me! Just about to end the semester and they're dropping me before the next! No explanation, no f***s given! And I rarely put anything on KZread but have been considering doing it more frequently!

@wishfulbeauty

4 күн бұрын

DO IT . I just subscribed to your channel. BELIEVE WITH FAITH .

@ThatGaijinFella

3 күн бұрын

@@wishfulbeauty thank you! I absolutely appreciate it and will put something out this week!

I only have 53 subscribers so far and the challenge I face right now is not taking it personally that it is taking longer than I expected to gain subscribers.. I love the creative aspect and connecting with people though so I'm working through it! I agree that so far the positives have far outweighed the negatives for me and challenges are good for the soul!!❤

@KlassyEsi

Күн бұрын

Go girl!!!! I'm a starter like you and you got yourself a new subscriber❤

@SincerelyKikiLeigh

Күн бұрын

@@KlassyEsi Thank you!! I subscribed to you too! You have great advice! ♥

@Claudia_E_Williams

Сағат бұрын

Hi Kiki!! Just subscribed, good luck on your journey friend!!! YOU’VE GOT THIS!

@SincerelyKikiLeigh

Сағат бұрын

@@Claudia_E_Williams Thank you! I subscribed to yours too! Your videos are great!

What crazy is when I made I video, I sent it to my family and they were so critical…they told me it was to long! I said well it’s my first video and I want ppl get to know me…they were like no one is gonna watch it…ppl wasn’t to see 30 sec videos….it was a 9 minuet video and i scrubbed it to less than 3! All I have to say is don’t let ppl stop you from starting a channel. Big or small just start! Good luck everyone and great video! I love in-depth videos. I sub’d bcuz u remind me of me!

@AlexaSaarenoja

3 күн бұрын

People can be so critical, that’s why we need to trust ourselves. Our hearts and do what we think is best. 9 minutes is nothing! Perfect length…glad you didn’t let it stop you. 🎉❤️

Two months ago, I started my YT channel. Unlike you, I am not as confident in speaking on camera or going live. I enjoy creating content on Canva and have spent about a year putting together relaxing videos to ensure I am well-prepared. After finding the necessary tips and making numerous corrections, I was initially hesitant to upload, but now I thoroughly enjoy creating and sharing videos. I am more active on KZread than on other social media platforms, and I frequently watch channels like yours to learn more. Thank you.

@AlexaSaarenoja

13 күн бұрын

Congrats on your KZread channel! Wishing you the best with it and thank you for watching! Yes go at your own pace - that’s the best way! Xoxo

I was working for a large tech company, and we were all laid off. I decided to take my severance and travel for fun. While traveling, I was inspired to finally start the KZread channel I've always dreamed of. I'm currently working on editing my videos. "Wish me luck!" situation 😂 I have my doubts about myself as an interesting presenter, but hopefully, the subject will be appealing. Thanks for these videos, they work as a great pep talk.

@AlexaSaarenoja

6 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Wow how fun to deal with a bad situation. I think going on KZread with those videos will be great fun! Wishing you the best with it! ❤️

The internet needs more positive, passionate energy like yours. Just started my KZread channel 2 weeks ago and it's definitely a life changer. Thanks for the uplifting vid.

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Absolutely!! And thank YOU for watching!

I literally just came back to my KZread channel via KZread shorts after not having uploaded a video for 4 years. I just turned 48 on 6/4, and I’m so glad I came across this video. Thank you. 🙏🏾

I am going to stop holding myself back. Im just gonna make KZread videos. That's what im called to do! You definitely inspired me to go do it! ❤

@ayteesee

5 күн бұрын

You can do it gurl! Just keep moving forward! ❤❤❤ Life really is so short. And time flies by so fast. We only have today! Looking forward to your new content and videos 🎉

@melodysjourney_

5 күн бұрын

@ayteesee man, I really appreciate this comment more than you know. This made my day! Not a lot of people can do that. I hope you have a wonderful day and a good life! 🤍

When you upload the right content, like you have done, your tribe will find you. And I'm so glad I found you.

@AlexaSaarenoja

Ай бұрын

What a warm and fuzzy comment! Thank you for this and happy to have the youtube gods connect us! haha xoxo

@lovedove2661

3 күн бұрын

💯

KZread and side hustle stacking really is the new having a job.

@AlexaSaarenoja

20 күн бұрын

So true!

@MomsTravelTeam

19 күн бұрын

This is what I'm finding. I've been laid off 3 times over the past 4 years, now I want to travel more so I'm building this for my husband and I.

407 subscribers so far.. doing travel,exploring,abandoned. & a a little bit of paranormal vlogs videos

So true! The monotony of a day job can really get to you. The sole purpose I opened a channel is to monetize my passion to break free from traditional employment.

@AlexaSaarenoja

Ай бұрын

Exactly, let's do this. Ready to break free for sure!

You sold me. Ive been debating about getting on here and doing a fitness channel. I lost my job of 14 years and struggle financially home schooling my autistic son. I cant really work at a gym or get many clients because he needs so much of my attention. So Ive been thinking about doing free at home workouts for stay at home moms. You got me excited to start. Plus I need positive community. Thanks for this video.

@Ananayat

4 күн бұрын

Go for it girl 🎉 Im sure you will rock ❤ All the best 😊

its crazy i made a video like this and posted it yesterday and today yours showed up on my feed, i have been doing this for 2 months and have seen a lot of changes as well. i do hope the right people find me and i can also grow because this is my dream. your at over 2k and i hope i can one day be there as well, best of luck moving forward and more success to you!

@allthingsunrelated2919

10 күн бұрын

I checked out your channel and impressed how you have so many subscribers in such a short amount of time with a small view count. That means you have a lot of potential! I checked out your video thumbnails and they seem a bit busy. There is a lot going on, a lot of color, and the text gets lost. Try reducing the number of images and maybe add some depth to the photos. Perhaps reduce how much color and provide a text background so you can read what it says more clearly. Hope that helps and keep on getting after it!

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Yep, it's a trending video topic right now! Wishing you the best with your channel! xoxo

I'm loving this trend of reflections at 500 subs...a great way for us to find each other. Keep on going. I'm loving the whole process too and seeing the future of us over 40 content creators (though I'm 59).

@AlexaSaarenoja

Ай бұрын

Yes, it's wonderful. I agree. We have so much to share with the years behind us! I'm so excited to see so many of us jumping on youtube. woop woop! xoxo

@Kaurcreates22

17 күн бұрын

just became #508 for you and even watched some videos to give you the watch time! my goal is to reach 1000 by the end of the year without quitting because some days it feels hard to keep going when there are no results for your time and effort but i will keep trying to reach 1000 by the end of the year without giving up hopefully i can do it 🙏❤

@Lisa_LaCroix

16 күн бұрын

@@AlexaSaarenoja Yes exactly! Linking arms here...banding together for change. Love it.

@whatsnewamanda

13 күн бұрын

Lisa, how do you not have more subscribers?! I just checked out your channel and some of your videos - you're on fire girl! Stick with it, I swear you'll pop off soon!!! 😆💪

@Lisa_LaCroix

13 күн бұрын

@@whatsnewamanda Awww thank you. I'm trying so hard to be consistent and it's so hard for me. This was just the encouragement I needed to see today. Thank you!!!!

I'm 72 and been working on wanting to do videos on things I've learned. You are an inspiration. I really got caught up in your energy and excitement. Thank you for your insight I feel more confident than ever. I am going to join you on you tube. Bless you and I wish you continued joy and enthusiasm. Thank you for moving me forward.

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

That's fantastic news! I love it! Go for it. I can't wait to see you grow! xoxo

Great channel! Once you upload 400 - 600 minutes of video your channel will take off! I have studied 20+ channels, and this is the average upload amount when the channel takes off. Silver and Solo was 393 minutes, BOOM, channel took off.

@AlexaSaarenoja

21 күн бұрын

Oh very interesting! I haven't heard that one before, insider info...how cool! Thank you for sharing. How-to channels I think are a brilliant idea. I know this probably isn't your target market, but I know many widows over 75 that are still living in their homes and have no idea how to fix things like a toilet or replace batteries in say lights on the stove or simple house maintenance because their husbands did it for them. I think they benefit greatly from youtube and I am watching it empower many of the women who feel embarrassed or alone at this time in their life. But anyway, How-to channels are what I spend most of my time on in youtube and I always find the answers I need. So fabulous channel! xoxo Thank you for watching and commenting and I am going to see how many min. I have uploaded now. haha :)

@MomsTravelTeam

19 күн бұрын

Oh thank you for the info. I'm building my travel channel on 6 platforms with main focus on youtube and tiktok.

@Mr.How-To

16 күн бұрын

@@AlexaSaarenoja Thank you for the kind words! I just need to get back in gear and get creating! I just analyzed your channel, your 61st video is your most popular video (KZread Over 45! Ready?!) At this video you have roughly 825 minutes uploaded. Your most popular video is a representation of your target audience, (double down). I saw your channel last week and you had 600+ subscribers, now you have 2.2k, congratulations! You are on your way! I want to make a humble suggestion, it's the only suggestion you will ever hear from me, invest in a microphone, I bought one for narrations, it was $50 on Amazon. You videos have a lot of (low) background static. Just trying to help, not trying to be an annoying dude! Best regards.

@saidgrc

13 күн бұрын

Not necessarily

@Mr.How-To

13 күн бұрын

@@saidgrc expand

Late middle-aged dad, young family, young channel in idealist philosophy and esoterica. What you say resonates.

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

Thank you for saying! I appreciate your comment. Thank you for watching! xoxo

The thing about any company could let anyone go in a sec is so true! I'm happy to say that I have the same thoughts as you do and today I'm posting my 7th video on KZread! Your video is so relatable and gives me the encouragement I need. Nothing is certain but you just gotta have faith in yourself and keep posting and improving! I think it's true! Best of luck to you and all new KZreadrs!

@mbm4348

4 күн бұрын

7 is a big accomplishment! You’ve been consistent!

There's no easy you're 45! You're resonating so much with my experience as well.. youtube has changed my life too in just a couple of short years. Congrats Alexa!

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

AWesome to hear! Love it. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and for watching! xoxo

I FEEL LIKE THIS VIDEO GONNA CHANGE MY LIFE. GREETINGS FROM MÉXICO!

@AlexaSaarenoja

6 күн бұрын

I love Mexico! Hello from freezing finland! haha xoxo

You are one of a kind, very talented motivational speaker. Believe me, you’re well above average. That said, the problem is that most people don’t have your talent. Now I agree, that shouldn’t refrain them from trying to do KZread. But it’s a fact for everybody who is watching you, that you’re very talented in what you’re doing. Maybe your prior life as a teacher helped you to get this good at talking in front of an audience. You could give training to other people, who wish to become like you.

Love this message!! 100% agree. I'm a full-time working artist and finally decided to take my channel seriously. Haven't posted long-form yet, but in the process of editing. I'm a millennial but still felt weird about going all in on KZread...until now. Thank you!

@Kaurcreates22

17 күн бұрын

just became #42 for you and even watched some videos to give you the watch time! my goal is to reach 1000 by the end of the year without quitting because some days it feels hard to keep going when there are no results for your time and effort but i will keep trying to reach 1000 by the end of the year without giving up hopefully i can do it 🙏❤

@ZhannaTsytsyn

16 күн бұрын

@@Kaurcreates22 You're so sweet! thank you so much. I just followed you back and watched and liked your videos as well

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Oh definitely go all in! I think it’s awesome! Thank you for watching! ❤️

I’m learning Spanish on KZread, you are so correct. I love it. I would encourage you to learn the language of the land we used to live in, it is the highest form of respect for them.

Hi Alexa , thank you for your videos, you are also leaving a timeless video, that not only your kids but your grandkids your great-grandkids can watch how exciting is that❤

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Yes, exactly. Since I am an older mother, it is nice to think they will be able to watch me whenever they miss me if I am not around to meet their children for example. Beautiful coment! xoxo

Yes! I love the taking a risk to go towards a new trajectory. I agree it’s been amazing. I’m very slowly growing and I’m pleased with the whole process.

@MomsTravelTeam

19 күн бұрын

Slowly growing and improving. Over the past 4 yrs I've been laid off 3 times. Even with a lot of experience I wasn't able to find the same level of income in a new role. Now building my travel channel on 6 platforms and bringing along my travel team.

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Fabulous! Wishing you many more suns in the near future! Xoxo

Can I just say this was so inspirational and authentic! Love your personality. Can totally relate to the long meetings where practically nothing is accomplished (just got laid off from a role in education as well). I'm going to watch your other videos so I figure out what I need to get started, but I'm going to start. Thank you for making this. I'm now part of your community ❤

Thank you for your kind words! I lost my job last December and I'm still trying to find work in my field. I'm a scientist, and I was doing important research in the biomedical field. But now, the job market is very tough because many companies have laid off workers, and there are a lot of excellent professionals looking for jobs. While I keep searching, I've started a Lo-Fi music channel. It's been a great way for me to stay creative and positive during this tough time. Thank you again for the encouragement!

Thanks for posting this video, Alexa. Very inspiring and informative for a new KZreadr.

Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful story and I can't wait to be sharing mine as well dear friend. Your authenticity is truly beautiful and shines brightly. Your family must be so proud of you.

Great testimony on your KZread channel journey.❤

I love the community so much also and I am all about the giving and receiving situation. It is going to be extra beautiful when I get my helpful content up.

Being in a similar situation job wise and struggling with impostor syndrome in regards to my creative endeavors, this video is a huge inspiration. I'll definitely watch it a few times more on my way to producing and sharing my stuff on yt!

Absolutely 💯 . After 3+ years of procrastination about starting my channel, I finally launched. And it’s an immense sense of inner fulfillment. Am also niching down to catering to Gen Xr’s but also to include all (Boomers, Gen Z..) . It’s remarkable because the war is really you vs you. I’m in corporate right now (finance, fintech), and the stress is brutal. It’s exactly what pushed me off the edge to begin this journey as I want to quit this job! But also keeping in mind, that I’m not eyeing this here as an immediate $ ticket. I LOVE this first and foremost! Keep up the good work!

@AlexaSaarenoja

29 күн бұрын

Awesome! Congrats for starting and finding that inner fulfillment with and through youtube. Isn't it incredible?! Woohoo Gen X! Go, go, go and maybe you can exit the corporate world sooner rather than later. Wishing you tons of growth for your channel! Thank you for commenting and watching my video, I truly appreciate it. xoxo

@lifebehindthereels

29 күн бұрын

@@AlexaSaarenoja it is so worth it. In fact I built out the studio in my condo which already had a den. But then I froze and couldn't find the will to hit record. I kept looking for excuses. Our Gen X'rs can really be a voice in era and there's so much to bring to the table from just an experience standpoint. I might just quit soon enough here, lol. It's a big risk. But my gut says this will payoff! You have a new sub here 🙂

@AlexaSaarenoja

29 күн бұрын

​@@lifebehindthereels Hey again! :) I think it is worth it and having a clear focus helps propel forward. It looks like you are in the health and wellness arena - that's great! I know for me, in regards to your niche, I've noticed my body needs different training than it did when I was younger and it appreciates calmer workouts. For example, I did everything HIIT younger and more combative like TKD, Kickboxing and Krav Maga, but as I got older, my body didn't like to take punches anymore and it felt better with walking, stretching, calesthetics and wegith training. If your focus is genx + you could consider doing a video that bridges both gen X plus what're more important as the body ages. Like especially women of Genx and more were taught cardio or bust, but in fact we lose a great percentage of muscle every year after 30 and thus training with weights and gaining muscle after a certain age is an important focus for not only gaining but retaining what we have. I'm rambling but I think if you target some of your topics bridging both gen x and fitness or wellness it could catch more eyes. Not trying to tell you what to do, just want to help give you some ideas. For example I watched one of your flexibility videos where you were in the park, I was interested to see what you do for that. I really want my body to be agile and strong. I think the topic you have has incredible potential so I hope you don't give up! xoxo Thank you for the sub and for watching. I appreciate it.

@lifebehindthereels

28 күн бұрын

@@AlexaSaarenoja I can't tell you how grateful I am for this very careful feedback and note! As you say this, and while I have been recording a lot lately, focusing on Gen X and this niche seem to be landing well! And I did a recent video on mobility/stretching as well that I am leaving here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hJin1bmOqN3WnKg.html. Thanks for watching that park video, because in that clip, I am showcasing pretty explosive movements (Brazil Capoeira). So what you saw there, is really the final product of what I have been doing my entire life behind the scenes as you will see in this vid. I intend to continue expanding on this very topic the more I am finding a stride! THANK YOU AGAIN!! I hope you find this stretching video helpful! Stay tuned for more!

@AlexaSaarenoja

28 күн бұрын

@@lifebehindthereels Thanks for the video I just watched it. I am currently struggling with back pain so this was perfect for me. One of the biggest struggles for me is learning to take care of my body, I have always just pushed and pushed it, but now as I am getting older I need to spend time stretching and taking care of the aches and pains that are becoming persistent (annoying). So yes, very helpful! I realized I wasn't subscribed to your channel even though I have watched many videos, so new subscriber! :) You have a lot of knowledge to share! I think once you find your groove it will take off for sure! xoxo

You're a kind person.Wishing you all the best.

dammnnn!! i am watching this video 3 weeks after you released it and in that 3 weeks, you have gone from 500 subscribers to around 2.7k. subscribers. that’s amazing! it also proves your point that things. can change and improve very quickly for creators on youtuve.

THANNNKKKKK YOOOOUUUU!!!!! YOUR VIDEO HAS ACCOMPLISHED IT!!! IM GOING TO LITTLE BY LITTLE BE A KZreadR!!!! YOU HAVE CONVINCED ME!!!

@AlexaSaarenoja

14 күн бұрын

Yes!!!! WOohooo! I am so excited for you it's going to be awesome! xoxo

Thanks for your video ❤️ I started my channel around two months ago. It takes a lot of work but I find it very enjoyable. I also find it to be a very kind, supportive community on here 🥰

@AlexaSaarenoja

9 күн бұрын

Woohoo! Congratulations! xoxo Thank you for watching and glad you are having a similar experience with the community!

I sincerely appreciate your authenticity and sharing your back story while confirming why KZread is worth it! Thank you so much for your time & best effort in this video. ✨

You are so encouraging, thank you 🙏 😊

@richardhyatt-beekeeping

18 күн бұрын

Just keep on keeping on.

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

So nice to hear! That’s my goal. We can all do this! Xoxo

I decided two days ago to finally come back at 40! A famous youtuber told me to own my 40's! So talk about all about health and lifestyle which is what I already love and do! You just motivated me more!

@AlexaSaarenoja

15 күн бұрын

Love it! Congrats on all your subs doing and talking about what you love. You have inspired me right back! Thank you! xoxo

Hi, I'm at the start first week with 4 subscribers so I'm watching your series on getting to monetization. Thanks for all the info!

@AlexaSaarenoja

Ай бұрын

Oh how lovely! Welcome to my channel. Happy to have you here. Yea! Thank you for watching my videos. I'm now planning a sort of youtube starter kit for getting your first 500 subs (for free), so I'll be posting a video about that when it's completed! Thanks again for watching, I truly appreciate it and best of luck to you on your journey.

Showing up happier for family- great point

Expat KZreadr in my 40's here too!! (oh and three kids!) I had another channel that grew fast due to the location I live in but I've recently started my booktube channel that is growing slower but is so fulfilling!

@AlexaSaarenoja

8 күн бұрын

Why hello fellow expat with three kids too! How fun! People with more than one channel just blow my mind. That's awesome! Wishing you many more subs with your book channel! THank you for watching! xoxo

You look and sound so sincere and genuine. It’s so refreshing, please don’t ever change. subscribed ⭐️

Your enthusiasm is infectious, I love it! Thank you so much for helping me become more motivated and confident to do this

Thanks for the inspiration! I resonate with Everything you’ve said about KZread! I learned so much from creating a website and blog, but I think KZread sounds even more fun!

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

KZread is much more fun! I have created a blog and websites as well in the past, I think this is much more fun and easier on some levels! Wishing you the best! xoxo

I’ve been writing scripts for true crime KZreadrs for years and I’ve only just got the confidence to begin posting my own stories 🤞 hopeful to experience some of the success you’ve referred to!

This is honestly the best video I have found so far (and I've watched ALOT 🤣) as I've started a you tube channel a few days ago... You are so natural and engaging and humble and down to earth....Thank you for this, it has been very motivating. As a 46 year old Woman, I am also scared... but I think it gives us an edge, we have had so much life experience already and all have gifts and talents and advice to share. It's also, I think, a really special thing if we can pass on some of this experience to someone else who might need it, it takes us out of self and helps us give to others.... so I'm excited about it and you have really motivated me even more. Hearing my own voice is so cringe sometimes 🤣but I think I'll get used to it... Anyway I'm rambling, thanks again for a really special video, you will do amazing because of your authentic awesome self! xox

Wow! Subscribers doubled in two weeks. Well done! Thanks for this. I'm just starting to post stuff on my own channel which has been sitting doing nothing for a few years. As an over-40's person with self confidence issues, it is scary but I'm happy to be doing it now. Better late than never, right? :)

@AlexaSaarenoja

20 күн бұрын

Yes, now is the perfect time. So great that you are going for it! Wishing you the best with your channel and many subs! Thank you for watching and commenting. xoxo

@Kaurcreates22

17 күн бұрын

just became #31 for you and even watched some videos to give you the watch time! my goal is to reach 1000 by the end of the year without quitting because some days it feels hard to keep going when there are no results for your time and effort but i will keep trying to reach 1000 by the end of the year without giving up hopefully i can do it 🙏❤

@JustInspiredKent

16 күн бұрын

@@Kaurcreates22 Oh wow thank you! I will definitely drop by and do the same. :)

I agree completely! It's only been about a month, I have almost no idea what I'm doing, but my channel has been growing! It will take some time until it's actually profitable I think, but I'm having an absolute blast since I'm just playing games that I'm passionate about! Turns out other people dig that kinda thing. Which is wild to me since I'm just some guy in his studio apartment playing board games. Having listened to KZreadrs for a LONG time definitely helps though. It's given me quite a few ideas, but then that's the community thing you mentioned! We all just kinda help each other, and I provide entertainment for FREE (although of course I have donation links just in case someone feels generous). I look at it like those old time vaudville shows. Ya put on a show, ya put your little hat on the stage, and maybe people throw a few bucks in it. I'm fine with that actually. Good luck with your channel Alexa!

Thank you! This resonated on so many levels. I started my YT channel about a year ago and have been so discouraged. So I truly appreciate your encouragement. I love that you don't wear makeup - because normally I don't wear makeup in my daily life - but put it on for my videos since the camera exaggerates every wrinkle, dark circle and freckle. Thanks for this uplifting video!

Great words, I’ve more than 100 subs. Happy for it ..awaiting for more

It truly is a creative outlet, bringing joy to so many other parts of life. Shifting your mindset changes everything

@AlexaSaarenoja

3 күн бұрын

I agree!! ❤️❤️

You are going to do great! I’m going to bet that losing your job will turn out to be one of the best things that ever happened to you, when looking back at it in a year or so. Great energy, and you’re a natural motivator! Keep at it!

@AlexaSaarenoja

20 күн бұрын

Thank you. Change is always worth it, even if it is forced upon us sometimes. It's just the universe telling us what's up! haha Thank you for the comment and positive thoughts. It helps in those moments where I thinking..."what am I thinking" but luckily I'm just crazy enough to keep believing in big dreams! Thank you for the kind words! Xoxo

@RichardKelleyMD

20 күн бұрын

@@AlexaSaarenoja I think that "crazy enough to keep believing in big dreams" is one of the greatest assets we can have. Keep Believing and Dreaming Big!!

Thanks much and my half hearted holds me back in everything 😢😊❤

Thank you so much! This is exactly what I needed! 😊

I’m so glad I found you! Thank you for this💗

This was so inspiring, and I hope your channel blows up. Thank you!

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

Thank you Jaros! I appreciate the positive energy! xoxo

Awesome energy and enthusiasm and encouragement, well done miss! Cheers!

Thank you for this! I’ve been procrastinating with the most creative excuses for two years 🤦🏻‍♀️. You “just happened” to drop into my feed today. Wishing both of us success 😉

The magic of youtube is that it doesn't take many subscribers for it to really make a difference for you, I love this platform so much! I just need to find the time to really invest in it! Congratulations on your journey!

Love this!! I couldn’t agree more. My channel is still small, but I’ve already met a ton of people who I genuinely refer to as friends now. I’ve travelled to meet those people in person and it has literally changed my life.

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Your channel is huge in my opinion! But that's really cool to hear that you have gone to meet the people you are conversing with in youtube. Sounds lovely! xoxo

First time I am seeing you, I love your energy, your positive vibe...I am definitely subscribing, I am starting my KZread soon actually this month❤

Hi, just watched your 1st video, I subscribed & watched til the end. Good channel. Thank u.

You're so easy to listen to and spoke nothing but facts. Thanks for sharing!

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

Owah! Thank you for the kind words. Thank you for watching. I appreciate it! xoxo

Love your positive energy and your teaching spirit!

Wow, this encouraged me much more than I expected! Thank you for this content. Maybe this is the week I start my own channel. 😊

Your video spoke volumes to me. I love your content, hearing about your journey and just saying START. Wishing you continued success 😁.

thank you so much for the encouragement Alexa, love your positive attitude. I'm exactly at the point you were on the video, and I 3000% agree with everything you said. I wish you the best and I'm sure your channel will be huge!

@AlexaSaarenoja

15 күн бұрын

You are so kind, thank you for the encouraging words. Happy to hear you could relate to this. WIshing you the best as well! Have fun, share wisdom and grow, grow, grow! xoxo

I absolutely love this. I feel like I can relate to some parts of your journey. Also, I used to hate those looooong pointless weekly o bi-weekly meetings. Great video. Thanks for sharing!

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Haha, why do they do those meetings....no one enjoys them! Just send an email poll around or something haha Thanks for watching! xoxo

This is such an awesome video, gave me a pep talk to start posting the videos on my channel - really feels like a community and I loved hearing about your experience. This is something raw, real and different - don’t change!

I agree with you! I have noticed a boost in my confidence level, and my overall mood just by posting! I look forward to working on my videos and love learning all the things to go along with the process. I only wish I had more time every week to devote to it, but that will come! I have made it my goal to do this full time so that is what I am going to work towards. I was having the conversation of being disposable at work with my husband yesterday. It’s sad but true no matter how good you are at what you do there is always a chance it can disappear. Doing something for yourself and that you truly love is so fulfilling! Thank you for sharing your story and your passion, it is very inspiring! ❤

@AlexaSaarenoja

Ай бұрын

That's awesome. I mean, who knew youtube of all places would be a confidence and mood booster. It's pretty crazy, but it is! Glad you are having so much fun as well. It sounds like you are committed and in your spare moments you will be able to built a great channel. I've heard in so many places you only really need to post one video a week to grow, so that's probably doable for most people. Keep going!!! xoxox Thank you for watching, I appreciate it again!!

Good for you! Happy for you and your new journey. Welcome to creator community!

@AlexaSaarenoja

6 күн бұрын

Why thank you! I am having a blast. It's a wonderful place to be! xoxo

Jeez! I'm so hyped up right now! You are a great motivational speaker too!

@AlexaSaarenoja

20 күн бұрын

Thank you that is a huge compliment for me. I really appreciate it and thank you for watching! xoxo

Thank you very much! I am feeling more inspired after this video.

I'm so happy for you! Thank you for this video. I'm slowly gaining the courage to put myself out there on KZread

@AlexaSaarenoja

6 күн бұрын

Woohoo!! Go for it! xoxo

Thank you for sharing your encouragement, its very refreshing and You did pop up on your other walking video and so much that I needed to hear. Tyank you❤

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Woohoo! Wishing you the best! ❤️

Hi thank you for your inspiring video, i have very similar experience as you and i believe the universe force me to go into another direction. This has brought me encouragement and hope for boosting self belief.

@AlexaSaarenoja

15 күн бұрын

In all honesty, I think the universe knows best! Wishing you the best in life and your future endeavours both on and off youtube. Hang in there, you've got this. Life only knocks you down to make you better. I don't think it is ever malicious, but more for growth and rocketing you to the place where you are supposed to be in life. Doesn't mean it doesn't hurt like heck, but you've got this! Sending you motivating energy! xoxo

Thank you so much for this push and inspiration. I have been writing sooo many scripts for eventual YT videos, researching about how to do filming, editing, etc. I have been diverting my attention and energy into "learning" instead of just pressing that record button on my phone... Great advices, I definitely need to take action even imperfectly. At 51, it is time for me to create the lifestyle I want by being the creator I want to be even while I still work at a repetitive job and take a chance to quit before retirement age.... Thank youfor this video.

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

As an obsessive learner - I totally hear you! Been there always learning and applying but not "out there", now is the time! Go for it. You are in a great position to try having a job and planning ahead for your retirement years! Wishing you the best! xoxo

Am so glad I clicked to watch! I have been really reconsidering starting on KZread- but this gave me a smile and a giggle sometimes watching and am grateful for the push again to focus on it and not listen to my imposter syndrome, and do this properly! Thank you!! 🎉❤

@AlexaSaarenoja

15 күн бұрын

So nice to hear! If you really want more encouragement I would watchi this video, where I am sweating and walking and basically showing people that anyone can start on youtube...what's great about that video is that it proves you can get started with nothing but a phone and your voice. Many people have said they really felt like "I could do that" after watching that video....so if you want to watch it, no pressure of course, just want to help encouage you some more...here it is: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pY2lr9SlksWYp7g.html Thank you for watching and commenting. I wish you the best with your channel!!! xoxo

May favorite part about your channel is that your content is real/raw (with minimal editing of course). Keep up the good work. I greatly appreciate that you take the time to film/edit/produce and share these videos with all of us out there in KZread Land.

@AlexaSaarenoja

17 күн бұрын

Happy to be sharing to "youtube land" (that made me smile by the way .- sounds like such a happy place). I appreciate you watching them and commenting. So thank YOU! xoxo

Wow! Your perservance and drive is amazing! The passion you have is amazing. Sounds like you have been through lots of things, but have held fast to your dreams. I love creating because if I can make someone smile it means alot. 😇 So happy for you,and anyone who enjoys what they do😃

@AlexaSaarenoja

10 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! Let's live our passion!! xoxo

Thank you for sharing, Ive gone through a few companies (over the past 4 ish years) that did all those annoying, mean and "slimey" actions. I was always the issue, yet I was chosen for that position by being that same person. When you shared how you did everything, and were liked by others yet you were ket go really resinated with me and my past experiences. Which helped me to feel like I need to take your advice. 😊 Thank you🎉 I keep wanting to make videos but then over think it and don't.... You're video has helped me to try to figute out how to upload instrad of not uploading.

To encourage you, I applied to your channel. I will restart mine since the beginning more seriously too. I think that KZread can be a great community to exchange experience of life, of everything and here we are not simple numbers because we will take care of each other. 😉

Awesome video - you’ve made great points and couldn’t agree with you more 😊 thank you for sharing your experience and encouragement for everyone❤

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

Thank YOU for watching! Happy to do it. I want everyone to go for their dreams! xoxo

Love your enthusiasm. Keep moving forward. Thank you for the inspiration.

@AlexaSaarenoja

5 күн бұрын

Thank YOU for watching! xoxo

Love this! I really needed to hear this. Thank you❤

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

You're welcome! Feeling grateful that I could be the one to inspire you today! Thank you for watching. xoxo

I love your video; it is completely honest, natural, and straightforward. Many think that KZread is another social media, but it's not. It's a search engine where people search for solutions to their problems. Your video gave me a lot of good advice, and I will certainly use it in my own channel. Thank you, and congratulations!

@AlexaSaarenoja

11 күн бұрын

I 100% agree with you. Thank you for your honest comment and for watching! xoxo

What crazy is when I made I video, I sent it to my family and they were so critical…they told me it was to long! I said well it’s my first video and I want ppl get to know me…they were like no one is gonna watch it…ppl wasn’t to see 30 sec videos….it was a 9 minuet video and i scrubbed it to less than 3! All I have to say is don’t let ppl stop you from starting a channel. Big or small just start! Good luck everyone and great video! I love in-depth videos. ❤

@quart2knee

4 күн бұрын

First of all they don’t know what they’re talking about! KZread is long-form content and the people who watch videos on here are wanting to watch 20 mins-1 hour depending on the content. So don’t sell yourself short!

@quart2knee

4 күн бұрын

Now if you are wanting to focus on Reels then those will definitely have to be about 30 seconds for people to want to consume that form of content.

Thank you so much! That is exactly what I needed! 😊

@AlexaSaarenoja

12 сағат бұрын

Glad it was helpful! xoxo

I can feel your energy and excitement that you really love your new journey. I have a couple of channels but have been inconsistent with posting content. You inspired me to get moving!

@AlexaSaarenoja

12 күн бұрын

You can do it! Wising you the best with it! Thank you for saying. I am super passionat about this! It feels like this is exactly where I am meant to be right now. xoxo

Alexa, congrats on your KZread channel. I can definitely relate to your story and am truly grateful for KZread and how we can help others while helping ourselves develop and grow as well! It is a wonderful game changer for sure! Keep up the great work!

@AlexaSaarenoja

7 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! 😊 It is incredible. Lucky us! 🎉

Everyone is so motivating and I love it ❤. I know I get nervous and end up freezing on my thoughts by the time I post but I finally just started posting about life whenever I think about it. I'm praying to be more consistent and get somewhere. One of the things i allowed to be in my way was the fear of hurting feelings by expressing my thoughts and real life. I feel like I'm in my own way sometimes but i also feel like my personal experiences can help someone else.

@AlexaSaarenoja

3 күн бұрын

You got this! No matter what we do in life, even if we lead fully with love, we are going to end up offending someone. But in the meantime you will attract so many people that gravitate towards and relate to what you are saying. And you could really help a lot of people. The world needs your voice. And I can tell you are a caring and thoughtful person because you are already worried about hurting people. Let your heart sing and someone out there in a dark place will benefit. ❤️❤️❤️