If you’ve been sitting on the idea of starting a YouTube channel, this conversation might be the push you need.
Maggie McCormack is a writer turned YouTuber whose first payout from the platform was $30,000.
It just so happens Maggie is also my podiatrist! I trust her with me feet, and I trust her giving you tips and recommendations on monetizing your YouTube channel.
But this isn’t a story about hacks or going viral.
It’s about:
Showing up consistently, even when no one’s watching
Hitting publish - even when you know the video’s not great
Pushing past the fear of being seen, judged, or misunderstood
Handling toxic comments when they inevitably show up
And why the kindness of strangers might just blow you away
This chat is honest, funny, and full of real-world encouragement for writers who are thinking about stepping into video.
"What I love to talk about is my spirituality - living a loving, joyful life."
👉 And here’s Maggie’s viral video (5.2M views)
Thank you to everyone who tuned into my live stream video on Substack with
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