Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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I started making money on YouTube back in 2013… but a LOT has changed since then.

In this video, I’m looking back at my early YouTube success, what worked back then, and whether those same strategies still work today. If you're trying to grow a channel now, this is what you NEED to know.

We’ll break down:

What YouTube was like in 2013
How monetization used to work
Why growing a channel is harder (and easier) today
The biggest algorithm changes over the years
What I’m doing now to try and succeed again

If you’re starting a YouTube channel in 2026 or trying to revive an old one, this video will give you real insight from someone who’s seen both sides.

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