YouTube monetization isn’t what most creators think it is. If your entire income plan relies on AdSense, you’re building on unstable ground.

In this video, I break down 10 brutal truths about YouTube monetization that most gurus won’t tell you. We talk about why AdSense is not a business model, why more views won’t fix a broken monetization system, why sponsors underpay small creators, and why subscribers don’t equal income.

You’ll also learn why evergreen content without an offer wastes traffic, how algorithm changes can destroy income overnight, and why the creators making real money don’t rely on YouTube alone. The key shift? Stop treating YouTube like your paycheck and start treating it like your billboard.

This video is for creators who want predictable income — not viral spikes. If you’re tired of chasing views and want a real monetization system, this breakdown will change how you think about your channel.

Watch until the end, then tell me in the comments which truth hit the hardest. Was it AdSense? Sponsorships? Or the subscriber myth?

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