Why I No Longer Do YouTube Videos
So, here are a few reasons why (and remember that these are my personal reasons, so if you feel otherwise, do not be offended and keep doing what you are doing):
1. When I first started YouTube, it was just a hobby. I am not knocking down current YouTubers as I watch a TON of videos and follow a lot of beauty gurus from the OG ones to new comers, however, back in 2011 it was so different. It was more out of fun, a hobby. Most of us just uploaded hauls and monthly favorites and that seemed more than enough.
2. In my opinion, YouTube now has become a big business. Beauty Bloggers making a career out of it. There is nothing wrong with that and I support those who do because I probably watch and follow most of those who do it for a full-time source of income, but I personally cannot roll that way. It is not something I can or want to do full-time. It also involves a lot of money making sure you are keeping up with every trend in the beauty industry. No hate in that because that is what its all about. But I cannot keep up that way. This is why I enjoy watching videos, just not doing them anymore.
3. I have a full-time career which is very time consuming. I am a Director at a private school and I recently decided to get my Director's Certificate/Permit (I already have a B.A. and a Master's, so this is just an additional and personal educational goal) which means time is very scarce. Many who do YouTube videos know that editing takes time. I just do not have an extra time to devote to editing and filming.
4. I like the idea of flexibility and not caring about how many followers I have. Of course, having followers is a nice thing especially the ability to interact with them, but when life hits, I do not want to stress or worry about having the need to film and edit to make sure viewers and/or subscribers have something to watch weekly. As those who have been on YouTube at one point or another know how important regular uploads are. I know it is not a commitment that I can keep so I like to be able jump back into it or out of it as I please.
Maybe one day I'll be back with Monthly Favorites or maybe a few reviews here and there. I know for sure that before I decide to get back into it, I would need a few equipments that I never had before such as a ring light and soft box lights. Until that time comes, for now I am going to continue to enjoy sitting on my couch or laying in bed watching my favorite Beauty Gurus.
2. In my opinion, YouTube now has become a big business. Beauty Bloggers making a career out of it. There is nothing wrong with that and I support those who do because I probably watch and follow most of those who do it for a full-time source of income, but I personally cannot roll that way. It is not something I can or want to do full-time. It also involves a lot of money making sure you are keeping up with every trend in the beauty industry. No hate in that because that is what its all about. But I cannot keep up that way. This is why I enjoy watching videos, just not doing them anymore.
3. I have a full-time career which is very time consuming. I am a Director at a private school and I recently decided to get my Director's Certificate/Permit (I already have a B.A. and a Master's, so this is just an additional and personal educational goal) which means time is very scarce. Many who do YouTube videos know that editing takes time. I just do not have an extra time to devote to editing and filming.
4. I like the idea of flexibility and not caring about how many followers I have. Of course, having followers is a nice thing especially the ability to interact with them, but when life hits, I do not want to stress or worry about having the need to film and edit to make sure viewers and/or subscribers have something to watch weekly. As those who have been on YouTube at one point or another know how important regular uploads are. I know it is not a commitment that I can keep so I like to be able jump back into it or out of it as I please.
Maybe one day I'll be back with Monthly Favorites or maybe a few reviews here and there. I know for sure that before I decide to get back into it, I would need a few equipments that I never had before such as a ring light and soft box lights. Until that time comes, for now I am going to continue to enjoy sitting on my couch or laying in bed watching my favorite Beauty Gurus.
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