Why I Hide My Girlfriend

I do not reveal the identity of my girlfriend on Youtube for various reasons and this largely has to do with the negative effects of having a social media presence. The reasons I outline is not only important for the standpoint of my girlfriend but for anyone with a social media account or aspiring YouTuber. All this from my personal experience of having a traditional job while juggling being a YouTuber at the same time years ago.

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[danim.]

As an INTJ female, I don't blame your gf for not wanting to be in your videos. Valuing privacy and peace of mind is way better than everyone knowing your every move and personal business. If my had a bf who was a youtuber, I would do the same without a doubt. No need to explain to anyone, it's a personal choice and the two of you can enjoy your private lives in peace.

[annamartinek]

Francis, we missed your good humor and unique style. Glad you are back and in good health. Your girl friend is your business. Privacy is very important. Good to see you back.

[Anthony-yslp]

Its weird how random people online can be so invested in other's lives, I don't blame her for not wanting to be in the videos. But listening to your points it reminded me of something very important for 9 to 5ers to remember: people at work are NOT your friends. HR is not your friend. Your boss, no matter how chill, is not your friend. HR and your boss first concern is to the business. If you as an employee is doing something that they think could distract you from your work, or takes away your productivity or could be a threat to them (like having a YouTube channel) they will do what is best for the company, not you.

[iamontech]

LOL at the reveal. Awesome content as always!

[michaelgray]

I agree. "the less you reveal about yourself, the excellent words to live by

[huhhuhhuh]

Thank you Francis. The talk at 7:05 is what I needed to hear right now. I would like to start a channel and escape the rat race. To do a job where my result is correlated to what I put in.

[richarde]

Haha! That photo was hilarious! Thanks, Francis! 😂

[sogerc]

🤣When BTB said he's gonna show the picture for a frame or two I went 0.25x and slight pressure on the spacebar 😂

[jimv]

Are you sure your girlfriend is not your sister?

[FlyingAnna]

Cuz other Silicon Valley bachelors would try to steal your gf😉

[Spacemonkeymojo]

The story at 1:40 could be a Seinfeld episode

[cowsus]

Good for u! It’s u guy’s business and no one else! 😊

[Soljarag]

I guess her menu doesn't include it

[GhostofTradition]

it makes sense, internet exposure is all risk and no benifit for her

[jacquesleriche_]

Love your humour Francis. Never change

[christopherbf]

speaking of YT privacy, yeah my regular day job co-workers know I do videos. it's a little embarrassing at times being almost 30, but I'm glad my faith/work ethic has kept me consistent. I wish youtube could be my livelihood but I'm nowhere near there. but we'll see because I just have to keep going. in spite of this being about privacy with youtube, this was somewhat inspirational. Thank you

[zaulty]

Those are exactly some of the reasons why i decided to not show myself when i recently started to put some of my music on youtube. The other side of the medal though, i guess there would be a lot more views if i would put my face on it.

[kevinstewart]

Great advice on privacy at work. I’ve seen coworkers get raises and bonuses greater than their coworkers because “they needed it more”.

[mikeshr]

The problem I had when I started my own business : enviousness. When you only make a small amount of money people are still nice. But when you start to make serious money - people will try to derail and hinder your business .

[FreeRInow]

Your job and relationships should always be separate in your life unless your married I agree with u on this