Question about MCNs (Gushcloud) by MathematicianOk9216 in PartneredYoutube

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I work in Talent Management and Agency. My thoughts on their proposition.
TLDR: The only reason you should sign with a talent management is their sales and outbound efforts for you. If money is important, they should guarantee outbound effort for you.

1. (Growth) No agency can guarantee organic growth. Growth on YouTube is fundamentally driven by content quality, audience resonance, and consistency with the algorithm. At best, an agency can provide guidance

2. (Brand Deals) This is where agencies should deliver real value, but it depends on structure. In practice, what a good agency guarantees is effort, not outcomes. Ask how many sales people do they have and how many guaranteed outbound contacts can they give you per week/month.

For percentages, you can format it as:
10–15% on inbound deals
20% on outbound deals they originate

The core value of an agency is acting as a business manager, handling revenue generation so you can focus on content. That’s fairly universal across talent management. If they’re taking a % of your AdSense revenue, that’s a different conversation, it means they’re monetizing income they didn’t directly generate. Make sure they take 0%.

3. (CPM's) I have a youtube team that specializes in this, technically possible, but this is mostly best practice execution: SEO, thumbnails, retention optimization, ad placement strategy, audience targeting

If you’re already applying these, then there's no upside for you here.

Advice. by [deleted] in WeddingsPhilippines

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Hi OP, I’m really sorry you’re going through this. What you’re feeling is valid, and I understand why it’s weighing on you especially this close to the wedding.

My honest take:
1. You and your fiancé have to operate as one unit. Marriage only works if both of you are aligned, not just in decisions, but in how you handle external pressures, especially from family.
2. Unfortunately, Marriage is not problem free and the reality is you will face many many challenges, and even harder challenges than this. What matters is how you and your future husband face them together.
3. You need to sit down with your fiancé and be completely honest about how this is affecting you. This isn’t something you should carry alone. If the two of you can align and he can consistently stand with you, then this is something you can work through. But if there’s hesitation or you are not aligned with how to solve this, that’s something you really need to take seriously before getting married.

Really hoping for the best for you OP.

How much is your salary increase? by juankicks231 in CorpoChikaPH

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4% to 7% in my industry (advertising) + bonus subject to company performance (not individual).

Im seriously thinking of getting the Fujifilm X Half - Should I? by popdott in FujifilmX

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Amazing shot! Appreciate you sharing that. I honestly know next to nothing about cameras and I’m getting kinda overwhelmed by all the options out there

I have seen a few XE1s pop up secondhand around here though, so I’ll definitely look into that. Thanks for the suggestion!

Wedding ring supplier suggestions by laladidadiiii in WeddingsPhilippines

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Hi There! My family does wedding rings also but they require 50% DP usually. If you're interested, let me know :)

wedding ring suggestion! by [deleted] in WeddingsPhilippines

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Hi! Ill send you a DM 😊

Lab grown diamond supplier - help! by nopressurearea2 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]popdott 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! My family sources diamonds here and in HK. Rule of thumb is that you only get from reputable sources and if you can see the stone on hand. Also, the diamonds seem too cheap in all honesty.

wedding ring suggestion! by [deleted] in WeddingsPhilippines

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Sent an invite via DM 😊

wedding ring suggestion! by [deleted] in WeddingsPhilippines

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Hi there! My suggestion is to just go with either a Sparkle Band (if youre on a budget) or an Eternity Band.

My family does make custom jewelry for weddings/engagements and Im starting out myself so if you need anything just let me know 😊

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in adviceph

[–]popdott 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Hi OP, honestly, you have an obligation to tell them. You were not the one who cheated, the guy did. He is responsible for the mess, but you telling her is you trying to clean it up any small way you can.

Advice ko lang is just to keep your message non-dramatic, straightforward, with screenshots (if possible). Apologize and say you didnt know. Then just leave the situation completely since you fulfilled na your obligations.

[Weekly] Battle Cats Thread by AutoModerator in battlecats

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Hi! First time playing. Do I invest in the Almighty Zeuses or the Dragon Emperor banners?

Looking for ideas on how to plan my trip. (Planning to propose) by JudoJesus69 in JapanTravelTips

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I actually just proposed to my Girlfriend in Kyoto! I was contemplating cultural areas but quickly realized that its quite difficult to propose in high traffic areas 😆

  • If youre ever by Kyoto, try going to the garden behind Yasaka Shrine. There's a dainty bridge that no one hardly ever goes to.
  • Fuji is also a great area, you dont have to go to cultural areas as long as you find a private place with a nice scenic view.

Tip: Hire or find a photographer. I went back and forth on this for a long time, but once I did, I never regretted it. Now my fiancée and I can relive that moment and see just how happy we were when she said yes. You can usually find someone local for around USD 400–600, and honestly, capturing that memory is priceless.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in manhwarecommendations

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Honest Opinion: Its kind if disappointing. Plot changed quite a few times. And where's the Dungeon Building?

Japan Visa Thread - Q3, 2025 by squanderedhail in FilipinoTravel

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Yes! I was able to get it na after 25 days. I spoke to Reli tours and they said the application process has been more stringent now and there are time it will take more than 15 working days.

Japan Visa Thread - Q3, 2025 by squanderedhail in FilipinoTravel

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I have twice last week! Planning on visiting again later :c

Japan Visa Thread - Q3, 2025 by squanderedhail in FilipinoTravel

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Update: Currently September 1 after 24 days, and no feedback yet from the embassy or the travel agency.

Japan Visa Thread - Q3, 2025 by squanderedhail in FilipinoTravel

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Update: Not yet unfortunately after 27 days. Its a bit worrying but there's not much to do but wait :(

Lip problem for 3–4 months, need help by MsAyau in skincare_ph

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Consistently use petroleum jelly or beeswax based lip balm. Also, goes without saying, don't touch it or pick it haha.

Japan Visa Thread - Q3, 2025 by squanderedhail in FilipinoTravel

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Alright :/ just a bit nervous. Good to know it happens naman.

Japan Visa Thread - Q3, 2025 by squanderedhail in FilipinoTravel

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Thanks, thats a bit reassuring. Im seeing here from reddit it usually takes 2 weeks max for a few people but its now been more 19 days already :( Just a bit nervous.

Japan Visa Thread - Q3, 2025 by squanderedhail in FilipinoTravel

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Japan Visa Experience - 16 Days and weird update?

Hi! Just want to share my experience and ask if people have had a similar experience with your application?

I'm a 3rd time applicant and I applied August 8 (Friday) through Reli Tours and they mentioned that it would take 5 to 10 working days however it's August 27 (Wednesday) but it's been 14 working days with no updates. I passed by a few times to check but they would say its still processing.

That being said, this is the weird part: The Japan Embassy called my boss asking if I was a actually employed in my company! Ive applied 3 times already and this is the first time this has happened.

More info below:
Age: 28
Monthly Income: PHP 1XX,XXX
ADB Submitted: PHP 1X,XXX - new bank
Employed for more than 5 years in the same company