The Race to 1K: Week 3 — Three New Subscribers and a Bigger Reason to Keep Going
Three new subscribers, 3,600 views, and a reminder of why I started. In Week 3 of my Race to 1,000, I share lessons on authentic engagement, learning from other creators, and improving my content—while keeping my grandchildren at the heart of the journey.
The Race to 1,000: Week 2 When Views Don’t Equal Growth
The views are coming—but the subscribers aren’t. In Week 2 of my Race to 1,000, I dig into what’s working, what isn’t, and why growing a small YouTube channel is proving harder than I expected.
The Race to 1,000: Week One Didn't Go According to Plan
Week One of my Race to 1,000 YouTube subscribers is in the books! I published five new videos, stayed consistent, and gained just 8 subscribers—well short of my goal of 35. With 308 subscribers and 6,386 watch hours, I'm sharing the wins, frustrations, lessons learned, and my plan to keep growing without burning out.
My Race to 1,000 YouTube Subscribers: Can I Make It Before the Deadline?
Can I grow Gigi’s Treehouse from 300 to 1,000 YouTube subscribers before the deadline? I’m documenting the journey—the strategies I’m trying, what works, what doesn’t, and how I’m chasing the goal without burning myself out.
7 Lessons I Learned as a Small YouTube Creator
What does it really take to grow a small YouTube channel? Here are seven lessons I’ve learned about understanding your audience, creating better titles and thumbnails, using analytics, navigating Made for Kids content, and learning to trust the process.
10 Must-Have Beach Essentials for the Perfect Beach Day
Planning the perfect beach day? These 10 must-have beach essentials are some of my personal favorites for staying comfortable, organized, and ready for a full day by the water—from reliable shade and comfortable chairs to coolers, beach bags, shelling gear, and more.