The Harsh Truth 99% of YouTubers Face: 3 Months In, No Monetization + Amazon Affiliate Reality Check

Curious about small YouTubers’ AdSense monetization and Amazon Associates affiliate journey?

In this video, I share my actual numbers like public watch hours and where I stand in getting accepted into the YouTube Partner Program.

I also reveal how my affiliate links for hair products, filming gear, and travel accessories are performing: how many clicks I’ve gotten, whether those clicks have turned into sales, and if so, how much I’ve earned.

If you’re a small creator too, I’d love to hear how your journey is going!
Comment what other analytics you’d like me to share.

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💻 Filming gear:

Laptop:
MacBook Air M4 2025:
USA link: https://amzn.to/462oakq
UK and mainland Europe: https://amzn.to/4n7gcNN

Camera & Microphone:
I film using an iPhone—here’s the model I use:
USA: https://amzn.to/45nJ1zN
UK & Europe: https://amzn.to/4mnGPhG (slightly bigger, exact as mine is sold out).

Ringlight:
USA link: https://amzn.to/4n8PtR1 (Similar, the exact model as mine is Sold Out).
UK & Europe link: https://amzn.to/4n8PtR1

Watch: (Color like blush like mine seems to be unavailable, here is the link to the color starlight, there are other options to choose from too).
USA link: https://amzn.to/45XVLfy (Color: starlight)
UK & Europe link: https://amzn.to/47RM0BW (Color: starlight)

Shop other products I use:
https://linktr.ee/thewashandgochick

As an Amazon Associate, I might get a small commission if you make a purchase. Thank you, it helps me to continue making videos like this.

This video is not sponsored video, I bought the products with my own money.


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Timestamps/Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Monetization Goals

00:42 - My YouTube Background

001:02 – Restart & Amazon Affiliate Hopes

01:19 - What is Amazon Affiliate links explained

01:52 How many clicks I have on Amazon Associates and first commission.

03:21 – Affiliate Program heads up

03:53 – YouTube Adsense Monetization & Requirements (Subs & Watch Hours)

04:41 – My Analytics: Subscribers, Watch Hours, Public view hours, Audience geography, Most viewed Long form video views

06:30 - Improving my content. Connecting with other creators.

07:07 Would like your feedback.

Thank you for watching! ✨

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