
The Think Media Podcast 465: If I Started YouTube While Working Full-Time, I'd Do This
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Nov 25, 2025 Discover how to multitask between a full-time job and a YouTube channel! Learn the importance of a long-game mindset and realistic expectations. Hear strategies for balancing work fatigue, family support, and time management. Get tips on creating a dedicated workspace and the benefits of batching production tasks. Explore the significance of prioritizing skill development and using commute time for learning. Embrace every upload as practice, while maintaining momentum with a sustainable growth plan!
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Adopt A Long-Game Mindset
- YouTube while working full-time is a long-game pursuit that requires realistic expectations and grace.
- Embrace the season, avoid comparing to full-timers, and view the job as a discipline-builder for future focus.
Get Family Buy-In And Define Rhythms
- Talk with your family and get buy-in by defining goals, calendar, and financial trade-offs.
- Negotiate concrete hours and budget changes to protect side-hustle time and avoid resentment.
Show Track Record And A Written Plan
- Before you ask for family support, audit your follow-through and be honest about past patterns.
- Bring a concrete plan on paper showing hours needed, trade-offs, and how you'll contribute to household responsibilities.




