Is a Cruise Channel Worth It? Our 1st YouTube Paycheck After Retirement As A Small Channel
A behind-the-scenes update: we recently got monetized on YouTube, and we wanted to share the honest numbers — the good, the small, and the "hey, it's a start." We started this channel to document our travels — we never expected it to provide revenue for our retirement. We're pulling back the curtain on our monetization journey — the subscriber milestones, the watch-hour grind, and the surprising role a single video played in getting us there. Whether you're a fellow creator or just curious how this all works, we hope you enjoy the update. More cruise content coming soon! Links: ****** Grounded Life YouTube After 40: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/?ref=4f380e ______ If you enjoy and find value in our video and want to help make our next sail-away even better? Support us here: https://buymeacoffee.com/trippinover60 ______ Consider Subscribing to these great channels: Our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LGTrippinOver60 Dave's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SmartTechForAnyAge Amy's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IfYouSeekAmyK Lynelle's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PovertyToParadise (one of) Rob & Allie's Channels: https://www.youtube.com/@GroundedLifeTravel Our "Worst Cabin?" Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_cpwVNiHSM _____ The following links are affiliate links, meaning we earn a small commission on purchases you make through our links, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases... DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Camera (Combo): https://amzn.to/454579u Tripod for DJI Camera: https://amzn.to/4w0nzed Hollyland Magnetic Mini Microphones (2-pack): https://amzn.to/4brp8KL Canva for Seniors Book with Large Print 😊: https://amzn.to/45BZZtc Lon loves his flamingo shirts: https://amzn.to/4vTR813 European Travel Plug Adapter: https://amzn.to/4vuTTp3 Chapters: ********** 0:00 Intro 1:13 Now a Cruise Channel 1:33 a YouTube Course 2:40 Group Cruise 3:47 Unexpected Growth! 5:27 Viral Video! 6:39 Money Talk 8:11 Application to Acceptance