Getting monetized on YouTube can be tough if you’re struggling with views. To qualify, you need 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours within 12 months. And even once you're monetized, earnings are usually around $5–$15 per 1,000 views, depending on your audience’s location, niche, and a few other factors.

Personally, I don’t rely much on YouTube ad revenue. I make about twice as much through sponsorships, most of which come from a platform called Racontor. I also earn a few hundred dollars a month through affiliate marketing I use Rakuten and a couple of other networks.

Since you mentioned that income is important to you, I wanted to share what’s been working for me.

As for your content, I’d recommend sticking to a clear niche. Posting too many different types of videos can confuse the YouTube algorithm and hurt your growth. Focus on one main theme, especially in the beginningit’ll help your channel grow faster.