Episode #1258
This 8-Year-Old Makes $26M A Year From YouTube – Here’s What You Can Learn
January 10, 2020

In episode #1258, we discuss the runaway success of an eight-year-old YouTube star, Ryan Kaji. Together with his parents, he has created the most lucrative YouTube channel on the internet. Tune in to hear all the lessons from his success that are also applicable to you!

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: How An Eight-Year-Old Makes $26 Million A Year From YouTube. 
  • [00:47] More about Ryan and his YouTube channel called Ryan’s World. 
  • [01:08] The Forbes article about the top YouTube influencers and what they’re making. 
  • [01:47] How Ryan’s mother came up with the idea for Ryan’s World. 
  • [02:13] Realizing that anyone can make money and that YouTube is a powerful platform. 
  • [02:46] Recognizing that there is potential in almost all audiences. 
  • [03:17] The importance of being consistent with your publishing schedule. 
  • [03:46] Why diversifying your investments and sources of income is always a good idea. 
  • [04:09] The first and second runner up of the most successful YouTube stars. 
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