It's Never Too Late

After two years and nearly 300 videos, I’ve reached a huge milestone—100,000 YouTube subscribers! Join me as I unbox the silver play button and share my journey, tips for aspiring content creators, and how consistency and timing played a big role in getting to 100K.

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Chapters ➡

00:00 Introduction
00:37 Creator Award Unboxing
01:26 My YouTube Journey
03:10 Staying Consistent
03:30 First Big Break
04:42 Lessons Learned
06:32 Experiment with Your Content
08:54 Thank You’s
10:03 The Sad Part

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[BrandonButch]

Congrats dude! That’s awesome and I know your dad is proud 🙏

[AM]

Your dad is proud and will always be with you. Congratulations brother

[buhizkewl]

This is the only channel I recommend to people that have Apple questions these days. Your heart is in this and it’s clear.

[DavidBurdon]

The best most honest channel on the internet, the best voice on a podcast. Your passion, drive and vulnerability are so genuine. Keep up the great work.

[LoverOfTech]

Congrats Stephen. The loss of a parent is a tough one and you Dad would be proud. Great work

[chadpredovich]

I think this is the first video of yours I've seen, but I was really impressed and just subscribed. Thanks for sharing about your dad. My dad passed away this year and you're right, grief is weird. Keep up the good work!

[Delyn]

File this under inspiration.
Bro, to see you be so vulnerable and honest and literally put yourself out there is so inspiring! Thank you for being a teacher and more importantly thank you being authentic. Top 3 favorite creators even before this video

[GeetMadan]

This is such a heartfelt video dude
Congrats!!🎉
I would love to join the community. I need someone to talk shortcuts with

[thomashardyy]

I honestly love your channel Stephen! I’ll be honest, I don’t care too much for iOS shortcuts but the production value you provide makes me watch your videos anyway! You’ve built something truly incredible and honestly, well done! 👍
Congratulation on 100k - you truly deserve it!

[PhillipZannini]

You hooked me with shortcuts videos and I stayed because your kindness comes through in all your videos. It's easy as a viewer to tell that you care about the content you create and those you're creating it to help. Sorry to hear about your dad, those memories are bitter sweet. Keep on doing good work!

[CHADAFGHAN]

CONGRATS MAN YOU'RE A HARDWORKING GUY YOU DESERVE THIS & GOOD LUCK FOR THE FUTURE

[Buzzsprout]

Man, I did not expect to tear up in a 100k celebration video. Congratulations, Stephen!

[ralphh]

Congratulations! Your hard work has paid off. Thank you for encouraging others.

[GarbageGoober]

Keep it up man, well deserved! You're one of the only tech channels I keep up with because that's all you need

[jideveloper]

Losing an immediate family member is weird. I appreciate you saying that because that's how I feel too. The people who were with you from day one who are suddenly gone and life just keeps moving. Thank you for sharing.

[Andru]

Incredibly well-deserved, and beautifully said 🙌🏽

[UndecidedMF]

Congrats! And I agree 💯… I wish I had started a decade earlier, it’s definitely not too late to start a channel.

[lucasandoliver]

Congratulations!!! I can’t remember how I came across this channel. I may have seen it mentioned in an article about Shortcuts. And it was your videos about Shortcuts that got me hooked. And, whenever I fire up YouTube, yours is the first channel I check (my channels been hijacked by my kids - so I have to hunt for you amongst the creators they follow). The hunt is always worthwhile. And this, particular, video was so heartfelt. I must admit to my eyes moistening. Anyway - fantastic achievement and here’s to the next 100K!

[GT-hoco]

Love your videos. You deserve your success. Genuine guy that wants to educate and entertain.
Grief is weird and all the best to you and your family. Here’s to your next 100, 000 on the way.

[RobertRodriguezMusic]

Stephen, following your journey has meant a ton to me! Not just for the tech and tips but for the energy and excitement you bring to your videos! I also lost my dad in 2022 around the time I started taking YouTube more seriously. Thank you for sharing and congrats on 100K!