Get ready for an unfiltered conversation packed with insights and inspiration as I sit down with Lila, a powerhouse female YouTube creator making waves in cinematography and equipment. We're diving into the deep end, tackling everything from challenging the patriarchy to Lila's personal journey into the world of filmmaking. Join us as we shine a spotlight on the importance of online friendships, the secrets to finding success as a content creator, and the transformative journey of discovering your authentic voice. We're not holding back – from dissecting the appeal of the creator economy to the gritty realities of being a YouTuber, we cover it all. Get ready to tackle imposter syndrome head-on, empower women in the video space, and challenge societal norms around relationships and gender roles. Oh, and don't even get me started on dealing with comments and hate! Tune in for a candid exploration of finding your tribe on YouTube, building a thriving business as a content creator, and striking that elusive balance between work and enjoying life. It's a rollercoaster ride of wisdom, camaraderie, and unapologetic realness you won't want to miss! Takeaways Being one of the few women in a male-dominated space can be awe-inspiring and intimidating. Online friendships with fellow creators can be valuable and help combat the loneliness of content creation. Success as a content creator often comes from knowing your target audience and being authentic. The creator economy offers unique opportunities but also requires constant attention and creativity. Starting a YouTube channel should be driven by passion and enjoyment, as growth can take time and may not happen quickly. Imposter syndrome is common among creators, but it's important to let go of perfectionism and embrace where you are in your journey. Women face unique challenges and expectations in the video space, but it's important to support and uplift each other. Non-traditional relationships and gender roles can challenge societal norms and create a more balanced dynamic. It's important to break societal expectations and pursue what brings you joy, even if it goes against traditional norms. YouTube allows creators to find their niche and connect with their audience, creating a supportive community. Building a business as a content creator involves multiple income streams, such as sponsorships, consulting, and digital products. Join our Patreon and catch all the bonus content at http://patreon.com/womenofvideo  Finding what will perform well isn’t easy, but VidIQ is my go to solution for tracking trends, key words, and what my viewers are looking for. When you download the VidIQ extension you will be able to level up your content! Get vidIQ to blow up your channel at womeonofvideo.com/vidiq Our community is focused on helping women not only to be better creators but to also make money doing it. Spreadshop allows for you to start making money as soon as you have merch to sell. You can open your FREE online merch store with Spreadshop in minutes! Cost-free, hassle-free, it's merchandising made easy. Click this link to get started for FREE! Get started with Spreadshop at https://womenofyoutube.com/Spreadshop Follow Desiree at http://t.ly/GbY4  Follow Lila at https://www.youtube.com/@lilafromyoutube  Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Fighting the Patriarchy 06:45 Creating a Community of Women Creators 09:20 The Importance of Online Friendships 13:03 Finding Success as a Content Creator 19:14 Siloing Topics as a Content Creator 22:05 The Appeal of the Creator Economy 24:00 The Reality of YouTube 26:20 Overcoming Challenges and Imposter Syndrome 27:36 Empowering Women in the Video Space 30:27 Non-Traditional Relationships and Gender Roles 33:12 Breaking Societal Expectations 34:09 Dealing with Comments and Hate 41:11 Finding Your People on YouTube 43:51 Building a Business as a Content Creator 45:44 Balancing Work and Enjoying Life --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/womenofvideo/message