Quitting Your Job to be an Influencer: Worth It? (as an ex-Google programmer)
In the age of social media, the rise of influencers has been remarkable. Many people have turned their passion or expertise into a career by becoming influencers and building a massive following on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. With the potential for lucrative brand partnerships, sponsorships, and endorsements, the allure of quitting a traditional job to become an influencer is strong. But is it really worth it? And what if you are leaving a high-paying, prestigious job, such as being a programmer at Google?
As an ex-Google programmer who made the leap to become an influencer, I’ve experienced firsthand the pros and cons of this career change. And I can confidently say that, for me, it has been worth it.
First, let’s talk about the perks. As an influencer, you have the freedom to pursue your passions and create content that resonates with your audience. You have the opportunity to build a personal brand and become an authority in your niche. The potential to earn a significant income through brand partnerships and sponsorships is also enticing. On top of that, the flexibility of setting your own schedule and working from anywhere in the world is a major draw for many.
However, the influencer industry is not without its challenges. Building a following and gaining traction as an influencer can be a slow and competitive process. It takes consistent effort, creativity, and patience to stand out in a saturated market. Additionally, there is the pressure to constantly produce engaging content and stay relevant. This can lead to burnout and mental fatigue.
For someone leaving a stable, high-paying job like programming at Google, the decision to become an influencer may seem risky. It’s a leap of faith that requires a willingness to embrace uncertainty and potential financial instability. But for those who are willing to take the risk, the rewards can be significant.
As an ex-Google programmer turned influencer, I have found that the key to success lies in diversifying income streams, building a strong personal brand, and staying true to my passion and values. It’s important to have a clear vision and purpose for your content, and to consistently engage with your audience. Building a supportive community and networking with other influencers can also be invaluable in this journey.
Ultimately, the decision to quit a traditional job to become an influencer is a personal one. It requires careful consideration of your financial situation, career aspirations, and willingness to take risks. But for those who are passionate about creating content, building a personal brand, and connecting with an audience, the rewards of being an influencer can outweigh the challenges.
In my experience, quitting my job at Google to become an influencer has been worth it. The freedom, creativity, and potential for growth and income have made this career change fulfilling and rewarding. But it’s important to approach this decision with realistic expectations and a strategic plan for success. If you’re willing to put in the work and stay committed to your vision, the journey of being an influencer can be well worth the leap.
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You're amazing Tech especially when you mentioned "if you're self employed what business do I have here" thank you for bringing light to me
3:16: he so right about careers of people only lasting 2-3 years.
I see many YouTubers who get 10s of 1000s of views and with in 2-3 years their videos are only getting 300-500 views on average.
If your gonna try that road and you get some clout save that money, don’t make people mad and be ready for the day when you fall back to earth.
The video discusses the choice between pursuing a traditional career, like software engineering, and becoming a social media influencer in 2023.
It emphasizes that becoming a social media influencer is open to everyone and can be a lucrative way to make money, whether part-time or full-time.
The video promotes Skillshare as a platform for enhancing skills and unlocking new opportunities.
It touches on the generational differences in attitudes toward careers and mentions that academic degrees may not guarantee success in today's world.
The script explores the idea of whether individuals may have chosen the wrong career, comparing the workloads of software engineers to those of social media stars.
It highlights the challenges of being a social media creator, including the need for constant initiative, hustle, and responsibility akin to being an entrepreneur.
The video concludes by suggesting that while pursuing a career as a social media influencer can be rewarding, it is not without its difficulties, and individuals should carefully consider their options and goals.
I think most people fizzle out in 3 videos on YT and it comes down to purpose. I have maybe 3 YT videos that are useful, but over a hundred recorded internally for the company I work.
I like making content, the videos I make might only have a dozen or so views as the scope in which the information is necessary is much smaller. Nonetheless, it's fulfilling knowing my suffering can be avoided by the next guy. I'll leave and the company can thrive with out me and make me rich after acquisition (or so I hope anyways).
You seem to be bellyaching because your job (entrepreneurship) is a lot of work, and the industry is tougher, and content is harder to create when you've already done everything (I personally stopped watching when you went hard on crypto).
I enjoyed this video. But you're admitting what you've known and chosen to do for years now.
If you quit YT tomorrow, what would you do? Retiring is BS, you'll be bored, I don't believe that for a second. Money ain't everything either, and you're doing fine.
A family then? Or build your own startup and bond with peers and share knowledge? Get out of your office, and maybe get out of Nevada. Pull a Chapelle and find yourself.
Find a companion, someone you can trust, but has enough going on so you can do your thing too. Decide if you want kids before you find someone.
Become an author? You have connections, someone will read your book. And it'll change your work cadence and life.
If you run out of ideas, do something else. Literally anything. YT will be waiting for you when you come back.
You are a legend!
Cities are also for networking and meeting many different type of people physically
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The Starbucks in LA was right on the money man.
The most important thing that should be on everyone's mind currently should be to invest in different sources of income that doesn't depend on the government. Especially with the current economic crisis around the world. This is still a good time to invest in various stocks, Gold, silver and digital currencies. I never imagined that a few thousand dollars per month would add up. However, it is. I've made around $870,000 since 2020.
The content is really deteriorating for each video. It's so sad .
Well, good bye then!
An influencer, plain and simple is show business.When it comes to tech talk, tech lead talks the talk. People who make a whole bunch of money, try to buy a good time. Poor people spendd their time engaged in practical money savings endeavors that delivers a good time through gratification…like fixing the leak on their faucet, fixing their car or pruning their over blossoming trree branches or drinking all the coffee they want at home fom a pod brewer and still seeing the $20 still in their wallet by opting out of starbucks and by not hiring a plumber, mechanic, or tree trimmer.
Yea living in the desert sucks but its pretty cheap. I thought about just traveling to different cities and staying in AirBnB's. Maybe 3 months at a time [while building a business].
How tall is techlead?
Very insightful and thoight provoking to those who paid attention.