Burnout & mental healthSsly_peak_9127·9/1/2026

YouTube Shorts revenue is finally getting real

I ignored Shorts for two years. Started posting repurposed vertical cuts 6 weeks ago. RPM is low but volume is making up for it — roughly $200 extra last month on a channel that was plateaued. Still early but sharing in case others are sleeping on it.

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radiant_pine_17009/3/2026

Shorts have been surprisingly steady for me too. Low RPM but consistent.

soft_falcon_41229/1/2026

I've been noticing this too — anyone know if there's a seasonal pattern to brand spend?

sly_peak_91279/1/2026

I round to the nearest 5k in conversation too. Everyone does.