I'm not extremely successful but I have learned some tips along the way to my 19k subs...

1. Do it for the fun and enjoyment, otherwise it will just be another obligation.
2. Continue to study those who are successful in your genre and even communicate with them (some of my "competitors" are good friends).
3. Don't babysit your numbers - some reactors I know thrived once they stopped checking their subs and views.
4. Lose the attachment to the videos you make... There will be some videos that will take hours upon hours to create and not get many views - don't let that get you down... It's part of the process.

I think since this is an AMA I have to end this with a question - Do you have any tips for making plans to live outside the US and still receive SS and money from YouTube?

I'm 59 and have a YouTube channel I started a year ago...

First off - your channel page looks great! fantastic banner and profile avatar! your thumbnails look really decent as well - and it looks like you are already working shorts and long form.

Did you have any assistance with the designs at all?