Thanks Karen, l am 70, thinking l am at wits end, because of how old l am, but you have TRULY encouraged me, I will achieve what l want to do. YES!!!. BE BLESSED.
Tomorrow I'll be 66 and yes gurl' we've got to keep going! I said that I was buckling down in September and start blogging. So this is an additional nudge to find me an assistant (tech) & get going.🤔☺️ You can do it💜
Good for you!!! I would like to do something on the side, but I don’t know what!!! I work for the city and am 55 years old. Wishing you complete success.
Wow! I applaud you! At 77 you’re still encouraged to do something! Some people at your age will just think of waiting for death. Go! And achieve what you want in life! 😃🙌🏻 I hope and pray you get it🙏🏻.
I am living on the small pension I have from being a college professor, a vocation I loved. I have no real savings but am working on going back to my first love music/theater professional. Older wiser with less time in front of me than behind me. But here I go! Wish me luck!
Thank you Karen. I find myself putting in time to always look coherent, elegant and prepare outfits ahead of time but I have a special energy for interior design. Because we have properties I have been able to do it noticing ppl loving what I come up with. I am now at 62 going back to school...Design school. I feel like my life is starting all over again. How lucky!!!
Perfect timing for these days and times. I left corporate life over a decade ago. Has it been easy, no, but it has been much more satisfying and exciting and rewarding than working for others who either didn't appreciate my talents or didn't pay for the value I brought to the table. Nothing beats setting yourself up for success and working for your betterment, not to just pay bills. Anything can pay a bill, but I wanted my soul, mind and body even to be at my best. Thanks for encouraging and sharing your story Karen!
Thanks for this Karen, I too was laid off sometime ago and have ALWAYS loved fashion even as a child but allowed others to put in my head its more important to be realistic working a job you hate so you can pay the bills. Well I did that for corporate America for 34 yrs and later laid off. I have started a my own journey its been a few years. Yes it is hard, and just this week thought of quitting and just finding something to bring in money. However you sparked hope in me. Not to quit. I must say I'm in my later years and would only advise your younger audience to don't wait until you get older to pursue your dreams. Not to say at an older age you won't succeed but you'll have more time to enjoy what you ALWAYS wanted to do.
Yes please do a part 2! You’d be helping so many ppl! Thank you for being open to share information not everyone would and for not sugar coating anything. You are real!
Thank you Karen. Would love a Part 2 on what to charge, how your prices differ from what non POC influencers can/are paid, and how you navigate which brands to work with in the era of Me Too and BLM. Xx Thank you!
I started my jewelry business 6 years ago in my living room. I am now in my 5th year in a shop of my own. The “yes, but” will take you down. What my challenge is now is to scale.
As the saying goes…..”We should never judge a book by its cover!” THANK YOU for sharing this insight! You are meant to be where you are! Your dedication, passion and enthusiasm are all INFECTIOUS!
I want to say thank you for this video. Its been a struggle going back to working for someone else after I lost my freelance opportunities at the beginning of 2020. I truly miss it. But I need to do it correctly. I can't just jump into the next chapter unprepared and this video helped knock sense back into me. There are tons of RUclipsrs out there promoting the cold turkey quit. Everyone is different and not everyone has a nest egg or partner or parents or YT/residual income to quit. Hoping to make some good things soon and work my way there. ❤
I have started two businesses in the 30 years since grad school and although there have been ups and downs (hello recession!) I would not change it for anything. I am nearly set for an early retirement and looking into my next adventure...I am 56 and have plenty of ideas but it must involve clothes :) I hope to start a gallery/retail store here in my city..there now it's out in the universe. Karen you are such a kickass person! thanks for all the inspo in all the things.
I rank this right up there with one of the BEST videos you’ve done!!! Thank you so much for sharing. I would like to see a part 2 on what/how to ask for what you are worth. Oh and I must say your rendition of people saying “I can’t believe” was hilarious! Keep of the great work Karen, you do it so well!!!
@@KarenBritChick, I would also LOVE to see the part 2 on what to ask for dollar-wise, how to know what you are worth, and generally how to contact/approach companies for collaboration!
Great honest video, Karen. This is why that saying that is circulating everywhere "do what love and you'll never work a day in your life" is BS, because there is a lot of work involved doing what you love, just like you mentioned. The difference is that at end of the day, week, month, year.. you have that feeling of fulfillment and of being true to yourself, instead of feeling like you're wasting the energy of your life, and of betraying yourself when you're working a job that has no meaning to you.
This is exactly what I needed to hear today. I’ve been working as a freelance physician for the last 5 years and have been doing RUclips for the last 11 years. I love what I do on RUclips and have fallen out of love with being a physician especially over the last year. I want to concentrate on what I love which is creating lifestyle content. I feel like it is the truest expression of who I am and I can spend hours on it without blinking an eye. I started to doubt if it was worth my time because I seem to be stuck at low subscriber numbers. I translated that into me being “not pretty enough” or “not likable”. I started to give up and become inconsistent which just keeps me stuck. I’m tired of being afraid to go for what I want. Friends and family tell me that I’m crazy for wanting to leave my doctor job but they don’t have to live my life. Thank you for the inspiration today! I have been watching you since the very beginning and your success is well deserved and earned. Keep on doing big things and living authentically. PS: I would love to see a Part 2 on how to negotiate pay with brands, sponsors, etc.
You are so inspiring, I have done so many of what you talked about. I had a 9 to 5 that I hated as well, I felt ridiculous in the office because everything was so wrong, I felt like I was wasting my time is not where I wanted to be. Thank the Lord thing changed and I jumped and never looked back. I work more now but is exactly what I want to do, you could say I am a workaholic. I'm a Fashion Designer.... I really had to work very hard and still have so much to accomplish, and yes friend and family would not take you seriously until they see other strangers paying attention, it happen to me... I am always thinking on my next step and Projects I'm nerver off yesss is because I really love what I do I can't stop thinking about all aspects fashion. It was refreshing to hear your advice and recommendations coming from a creative fashionable mind it makes a world of difference. Thank you so much!
You really couldn’t be more right when talking about people you’re going to please vs the ones you’re not especially those closest to you. I feel like they’re watching and faking like they’re happy for you but they’re really not because they will never have the courage to even try. I have started to become more present online photography wise yet I need to get out of my head about being in front of the camera. (Not a fan of my raspy voice, yet men love it LOL) Girl I love fashion, writing, make-up and considering a potential acting career! Lord Take The Wheel 🙏🏾💕
I quit job in factory and start doing what I love - I am sharing my boots passion ! it is just because you Karen, I watched you, you inspaired me a lot, and I said I WILL TRY ! and THANK YOU FOR IT ! THANK YOU
Karen, thanks for sharing your story and experiences. I believe you’re so right that we should be doing what we’re passionate about. It’s so important, and it makes us happier, more productive, and we could inspire and motivate others as you’re doing. I agree having that safety net is important and a must. We’re never to old to follow our true passion. Thanks for the encouragement! 💕!!
Excellent video, Karen. I so needed to hear this. I’m taking my first steps towards doing what you do. At the age of 57 I’ve done loads of things that I haven’t enjoyed, so now I’m starting with baby steps doing fashion content. It’s scary though. Thanks a billion for the advice xxx
On a day I was seriously questioning what I've done for the last five years as an entrepreneur, I turn on the television and there you are. Exhale...you hit every single point as an entrepreneur that I've experienced and continue to experience today. I just want to say thank you for being CONFIRMATION to stay the course and keep going. 🙋🏾♀️🙌🏾💪🏾❤
I understand the fact that tomorrow isn't promised to anyone, but investing today is a hard thing to do because i have no idea of how and where to invest in?
When money realizes that it is in good hands, it wants to stay and multiply in those hands, if you really want to make profits out of the money you've got, you have to take it out of your savings account
Exactly, money is always eager and ready to work for anyone who is ready to employ it, Mrs Karen made me understand the basic principles of investing. Her sincerity is awesome.
@@wagnersaucedo5060 If you think you're too busy to tràde or learn how to tràde, just know I have some friends who invèst in a plat form where experts devotes their time and help them tràde and they get paid prôfit every week.
well, I want to thank you, not for the content of your advice, since I got familiar with it walking my own similar path, but for the way you presented it; rarely do people manage to walk this thin line between pure enthusiasm and the harsh reality of things :)
As cliche as this may sound, what’s meant for you is ordained just for you. I have two daughters both have entrepreneurial aspirations. They see you as an inspiration and use your path as their guide. Keep pressing forth 😇
Love this! So encouraging. I just stepped forward last month is starting my interior design business. Like you said, doing what you love! It is terrifying and overwhelming, but I don’t let that stop me - I am pressing forward. Continue shining your light because you are an amazing inspiration!
I SO needed this today, wow! I'm an Art Teacher, but my long term goal has always been to be a full time artist. I'm close to retirement but teaching now is utter chaos & is taking a toll on my physical & mental health. Ugh, thank you so much for this push...you're the BEST!!! 💜
What a relief it is when you come to realise you haven't had that for years. Beneficial to reflect on this again and again. I used to experience this, feeling gut sick.
When you are able to pop out of bed in the morning to go to work..... then you know you are doing something you love. Having a lot of guts I started a Landscape Design and Installation company. I got disgusted doing corporate advertising. I was in there with my crew edging, mulching, installing trees etc. with much sweat and headaches, literally, I look back and was fortunate to do something I love so much! So, people make the plunge and do it. Yes, I made enough to pay for my retirement.
Whew! When I saw the thumbnail I thought that you have turned to the dark side of whine and cry and I said to myself NO, not our Karen and then I started to watch the video. YOU are an inspiration and a blessing to us. Go Karen!!
You are completely right , I’m also a freelance, I do graphic design and web developing… and I fucking love it. It’s really hard to manage yourself , sometimes I wanna quit, but my love for it it’s much bigger… except when I’m lack of clients and can’t afford bills… but I keep on and working hard, and learning … and trying new stuff. You are an inspitration!
I've been freelancing for 6 years. I just can't be in a 9-5 anymore... but I am currently thinking of switching from teaching to sales - property sales, but I am not sure that I can actually do it! It's really interesting to watch this. Thanks. I find you very inspirational.
Thanks Karen am in my 40s struggling with my RUclips channel, you always bring me back to life whenever I watch your videos. I have been watching your videos for more than 3 years now. Thanks ❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing the nitty-gritty parts of what it takes to create what you create on multiple platforms. I think a lot of people need road maps such as what you just presented to get going and not find themselves in dire straits. Not everyone has the "executive" mind or skills to start something and see it through. You made some excellent points. I wish our educational system offers courses for alternative careers just like I wish they teach basic budgeting and interviewing skills. Another excellent vlog!!
Karen, thank you for this video! I was meant to see it, but for a different reason :) I just realize how much I enjoy my 9-6 job (had some doubts couple of years ago but couldn’t really find anything else that I would like to do as a job), and I love the company that I work in, and at the same time I loooove watching RUclips, your videos in particular! Your content is awesome, I wish you all the luck in the world and also with luck to all the people out there who get inspired by you advice and support and decide to do something new!
Karen you just spoke to my soul lady. I feel like I just got the Holy Ghost from your words...Lol!! This is what I needed to hear this morning. Blessings to you. ❤
Excellent video Karen! I’m currently toying with the idea of quitting but the fear is huge so I just started my RUclips and I’m hoping that it works out! Please do a part 2, it’s necessary!
Thank you Karen for sharing so openly and honestly! Thanks for sharing the things that no one talks about. Thanks for sharing the reality, the practicalities and the business side of what you do. I always love hearing you speak and watching the joy and truth you exude 💕😘
Thank you for showing us it’s ok to be vulnerable. Going beyond fear, no matter what our journey is. Your truth is powerful. I am grateful I got to meet you out on the NYC streets. Carry on. I tune in 2x a week. It’s the best show going.
Karen, this is such a synchronicity. Absolutely perfect timing. I have had a strong calling to go on my own for a while and always got sidetracked by the excuses you mentioned. In fact, it screams at me from everywhere and it feels like not 50% but 90% of the office would say they don't do what they love. It's a narrative of our culture. When my mum died 6 years ago, I was left with an urgent message from her. Follow your heart! I couldn't get that out of my head as if she was telling me from seeing the meaning of life from the other side. Sounds like a cliche but it took me years and a lot of pain to really get what that means. All the limiting believes we collect over time from everywhere, the distorted view of ourselves, the prejudices, conventions, identity cushioning etc. So much to untangle and let go of. I have always loved music, art and all its expressions - songwriting, beats, instrumentation and arrangement, harmonising, lyrics, drumming, free dance, ballet, theatrical music, score and even choreography, movement meditation, artistic skating, architecture, poetry, all of it. Life is music to me and I came here to generate joy and channel new ideas and structures, inspire and ignite sparks of pure joyful life in others by enabling this truest part of me to come to light. Wish me luck everyone, and lots of courage to stick to following my/your/our heart! Thank you and blessings to everyone.
@frankmay your comment is so eloquent and true! Even though creativity through styling and fashion is my love, I sometimes feel that appearances can be superficial and so many of the friends and family I love dearly have absolutely zero interest. Thank you so much for relating your passion to generating joy, channelling new ideas, and enabling your true self. These aspects of creativity are very deep and spiritual, and it helps me remind myself that artistic expression in all mediums can be deep, meaningful, and a joyful expression that lifts others. I've transcribed a quote from you into my journal and wanted to let you know that it inspired me!
@@megmazuraniccourtney1591 Oh Meg, that's so cool. I am happy for you. And yes, I completely agree. All souls are creative in a way and art, design, beauty have a deep spiritual value. It can be full of big egos as well, don't get me wrong, as in all expressions of life, but if the intention comes from the heart, it holds very positive and enriching values.
Great job Karen 👏! I loved ♥ the content in this video 📹. Soo many people are at a point in their lives where they want to make a change but they don't know how to get started. I really ❤ that you gave those points on what things we should do to get started 🤔. Because alot of people won't even tell you what they know or how they got started. Love 💘 that about you Karen. God will always bless those who give back or reach out to help 🙏 others.
I adore you and your channel! Love "What Everyone is Wearing" and cannot get over your eye for fashion. You stop the best people one the street to talk to, and you're good at it b/c you genuinely care. I'm 73, and my beautiful 40-year-old daughter and I love to watch you together! My passion is wreath making, born out of Covid lockdown. I saw a wreath I wanted on etsy for nearly $400 and said ummm no, I can make that. And I did, only better! It's my side hustle! Fortunately, I can give them away if they don't sell! But you're so right about doing what you love. It's everything!
Thanks for the inspiration. I have no idea what I want to do, but I know I want to do it for myself and listening to this is just what I needed. At 51 I became a full time student after working 30+ years. Who knows what comes next. You deserve all the blessings and more, your channel is a joy to watch.
Such a motivational video! I've started several businesses over the decades n now I'm into gardening. I have so many ideas about how I can turn my love for gardening into a business. Thanks for sharing ....
Thanks so much for the encouragement. What resonated was you saying the excuses we make can be the reason we go for it! I need to stop making excuses and just go for it and do what I have to do to be successful. Thanks again!
I love the part about asking myself what a topic would be that I can lead a conversation about and linking that to figuring out what I love to do. Especially as an introvert! It’s so clear to me now what I enjoy and am confident doing. And the “BUT”! The incessant BUTS! Thanks for this video Karen. I have work to do!
People don't realise the stuggles and sacrifices people make to become successful and self fulfilled. It keeps you humble and makes you really appreciate what you've accomplished. Thanks for sharing your story xx
I love to hear your words about being a freelancer, I am 26 year old designer and artist. I work my ass off to pay the bills, to make money but this is what I love, and it makes my clients happy, makes me happy. But Damn is harsh work.
Wow! Thank you so much for this! I had been in a rut as a freelancer & content creator! I am having all those struggles that you mentioned & this video was soooo inspirational! It was exactly what I needed! 💖
I'm self employed and really try to keep my work hours 7-4! I'm replying to clients all hours, but it's really healthy for me to try to have time I'm not working
Thank you for bringing up Michael and your financial situation in detail. I've been in that situation where I had the insurance, the savings and the good credit and my boyfriend at the time was struggling and people thought I was with him for his money. It's just misogyny and it's a kind of toxic way of thinking about people. Also, it's not very flattering to either of you! You guys seem really well matched in personalities and values and that is what is important.
Thank you Karen for the information. Yes, please do a part 2.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 I have clothes in my closet as outfits. I love putting outfits together & home decor. I have always done this. I even started an interior design business while working but I got hurt on the job. Now I can get back to what I really love doing.
Bravo! Hip hip hurray and all the other grand salutations that can describe this video. This was a great piece of work for those that needed some encouragement to push forward. Thanks Karen!
Karen this was such good information for those who want to follow in your footsteps. Those critics have some personal and inner issue that they have not dealt with. Yes, it is true you do not or cannot like everyone, and vice versa everyone will not or can not like you. This happens in all aspects of life. FOCUS, FAITH, CONSISTENCY AND REPETITIVE ACTIONS, HOPE AND EXPECTATION, are attitudes it appears one must have.
Karen, honestly, I wish you are my personal friend because I need you in my life. I have also grown so much fashion wise because of you. I became your subscriber after watching your video in 2017. I would always look forward to your videos every Thurs which was my clinical rotation day. I would watch while on a bus from the Bronx (where the hospital is located) to Manhattan. You are part of those memories. Thank you so much. I still continue to watch your videos. I think you’re the only RUclipsr who’ve never changed. Fame did not get into your head. Thank you so much for that. P.S. I quit watching other people’s RUclips videos because I saw how fame changed them into narcissists. You’re not. You remain pure.😊😍🥰
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!.. I so needed this mentorship and inspiration that I find myself so thirsty for in this unique arena that my friends and family just don't get, despite how much I try to explain it to them. I continue to work through figuring out so many things in light of my passions for this industry, totally stepping out on faith and walking away from a more traditional career. Not to mention having to look beyond the hate I receive as just a nano influencer just starting out not long ago, who wants nothing more than sisterhood and to be able to uplift, love on, and inspire other women. So I can only imagine the hate you must have to deal with at your level of success. You have no idea how much you continue to inspire me.. from your magnetic energy to your amazing style sense. AGAIN, THANK YOU! ❤️
Just …Fair play to ya 🇮🇪well done Karen ❤️I really admire you and think it’s fantastic what you’ve done and we’re you have come from ppplease do a part 2 😊
Part 2; yes please!! Where does one learn how to value creative content products and services? Lol, Is there a general price list somewhere that shows a range of compensation vs viewer impressions? PS. My "thing" is primarily a tangible product, yet to promote, educate, engage customers there will be a creative content component required.
Hi Karen! I have several hobbies, but for the past year I've been reselling. I've always loved thrift shopping and finding treasures. I started calling it treasure hunting. It's exciting to find things of value that other folks want. Definitely enjoy doing this and it's sustainable. My plan is to continue to grow my business. I want to mention that I quit my job before really starting this, without any worry about where my next check was coming from. Keeping the faith and forging ahead. I'm loving this!
Thanks for sharing your story Karen , I really was meant to watch this. I left my job in digital advertising 3months ago to pursue a career in image consulting . My heart has always been in clothing, dressing up, dressing others up, even running a small retail business on the side at one point. Since I made that decision I’ve felt so free and so proud of myself to finally be pursuing what I love, but I’ve also felt terrified, overwhelmed, like I can’t possibly follow through. Regardless, I commit to just taking it one day at a time . Thanks so much for sharing this !
Thanks Karen, l am 70, thinking l am at wits end, because of how old l am, but you have TRULY encouraged me, I will achieve what l want to do. YES!!!. BE BLESSED.
Tomorrow I'll be 66 and yes gurl' we've got to keep going! I said that I was buckling down in September and start blogging. So this is an additional nudge to find me an assistant (tech) & get going.🤔☺️
You can do it💜
Love that, Find your own tribe .
Good for you!!! I would like to do something on the side, but I don’t know what!!! I work for the city and am 55 years old. Wishing you complete success.
Wow! I applaud you! At 77 you’re still encouraged to do something! Some people at your age will just think of waiting for death. Go! And achieve what you want in life! 😃🙌🏻 I hope and pray you get it🙏🏻.
@@mazamamina7948 Thank you 💖
I am living on the small pension I have from being a college professor, a vocation I loved. I have no real savings but am working on going back to my first love music/theater professional. Older wiser with less time in front of me than behind me. But here I go! Wish me luck!
Thank you Karen. I find myself putting in time to always look coherent, elegant and prepare outfits ahead of time but I have a special energy for interior design. Because we have properties I have been able to do it noticing ppl loving what I come up with. I am now at 62 going back to school...Design school. I feel like my life is starting all over again. How lucky!!!
Sounds exiting , good luck with your new adventure!!
Best of luck!!
Please do a part 2 . Also congratulations on your amazon line doing so well
Perfect timing for these days and times. I left corporate life over a decade ago. Has it been easy, no, but it has been much more satisfying and exciting and rewarding than working for others who either didn't appreciate my talents or didn't pay for the value I brought to the table. Nothing beats setting yourself up for success and working for your betterment, not to just pay bills. Anything can pay a bill, but I wanted my soul, mind and body even to be at my best. Thanks for encouraging and sharing your story Karen!
That!
Thanks for this Karen, I too was laid off sometime ago and have ALWAYS loved fashion even as a child but allowed others to put in my head its more important to be realistic working a job you hate so you can pay the bills. Well I did that for corporate America for 34 yrs and later laid off. I have started a my own journey its been a few years. Yes it is hard, and just this week thought of quitting and just finding something to bring in money. However you sparked hope in me. Not to quit. I must say I'm in my later years and would only advise your younger audience to don't wait until you get older to pursue your dreams. Not to say at an older age you won't succeed but you'll have more time to enjoy what you ALWAYS wanted to do.
Yes please do a part 2! You’d be helping so many ppl! Thank you for being open to share information not everyone would and for not sugar coating anything. You are real!
Thank you Karen. Would love a Part 2 on what to charge, how your prices differ from what non POC influencers can/are paid, and how you navigate which brands to work with in the era of Me Too and BLM. Xx Thank you!
I started my jewelry business 6 years ago in my living room. I am now in my 5th year in a shop of my own. The “yes, but” will take you down.
What my challenge is now is to scale.
As the saying goes…..”We should never judge a book by its cover!” THANK YOU for sharing this insight! You are meant to be where you are! Your dedication, passion and enthusiasm are all INFECTIOUS!
I admire the freelancers (especially on RUclips). You always create content that is relevant to your viewers. I appreciate y’all. Thank you, Karen!
You are so welcome!
I want to say thank you for this video. Its been a struggle going back to working for someone else after I lost my freelance opportunities at the beginning of 2020. I truly miss it. But I need to do it correctly. I can't just jump into the next chapter unprepared and this video helped knock sense back into me. There are tons of RUclipsrs out there promoting the cold turkey quit. Everyone is different and not everyone has a nest egg or partner or parents or YT/residual income to quit. Hoping to make some good things soon and work my way there. ❤
I have started two businesses in the 30 years since grad school and although there have been ups and downs (hello recession!) I would not change it for anything. I am nearly set for an early retirement and looking into my next adventure...I am 56 and have plenty of ideas but it must involve clothes :) I hope to start a gallery/retail store here in my city..there now it's out in the universe. Karen you are such a kickass person! thanks for all the inspo in all the things.
This is fabulous! What’s your story? What motivated you to get started? I’d love to know more. Thanks!
@@leens4190 me too
I rank this right up there with one of the BEST videos you’ve done!!! Thank you so much for sharing. I would like to see a part 2 on what/how to ask for what you are worth. Oh and I must say your rendition of people saying “I can’t believe” was hilarious! Keep of the great work Karen, you do it so well!!!
Thank you! Will do!
@@KarenBritChick, I would also LOVE to see the part 2 on what to ask for dollar-wise, how to know what you are worth, and generally how to contact/approach companies for collaboration!
A part two...yes please!
Great honest video, Karen. This is why that saying that is circulating everywhere "do what love and you'll never work a day in your life" is BS, because there is a lot of work involved doing what you love, just like you mentioned. The difference is that at end of the day, week, month, year.. you have that feeling of fulfillment and of being true to yourself, instead of feeling like you're wasting the energy of your life, and of betraying yourself when you're working a job that has no meaning to you.
Well said!
This is exactly what I needed to hear today. I’ve been working as a freelance physician for the last 5 years and have been doing RUclips for the last 11 years. I love what I do on RUclips and have fallen out of love with being a physician especially over the last year. I want to concentrate on what I love which is creating lifestyle content. I feel like it is the truest expression of who I am and I can spend hours on it without blinking an eye. I started to doubt if it was worth my time because I seem to be stuck at low subscriber numbers. I translated that into me being “not pretty enough” or “not likable”. I started to give up and become inconsistent which just keeps me stuck. I’m tired of being afraid to go for what I want. Friends and family tell me that I’m crazy for wanting to leave my doctor job but they don’t have to live my life. Thank you for the inspiration today! I have been watching you since the very beginning and your success is well deserved and earned. Keep on doing big things and living authentically.
PS: I would love to see a Part 2 on how to negotiate pay with brands, sponsors, etc.
You are so inspiring, I have done so many of what you talked about. I had a 9 to 5 that I hated as well, I felt ridiculous in the office because everything was so wrong, I felt like I was wasting my time is not where I wanted to be. Thank the Lord thing changed and I jumped and never looked back. I work more now but is exactly what I want to do, you could say I am a workaholic.
I'm a Fashion Designer.... I really had to work very hard and still have so much to accomplish, and yes friend and family would not take you seriously until they see other strangers paying attention, it happen to me... I am always thinking on my next step and Projects I'm nerver off yesss is because I really love what I do I can't stop thinking about all aspects fashion.
It was refreshing to hear your advice and recommendations coming from a creative fashionable mind it makes a world of difference.
Thank you so much!
oh wow you are helping ME just reading this!! see? we are all going through the same sh** LOL!!
You really couldn’t be more right when talking about people you’re going to please vs the ones you’re not especially those closest to you. I feel like they’re watching and faking like they’re happy for you but they’re really not because they will never have the courage to even try. I have started to become more present online photography wise yet I need to get out of my head about being in front of the camera. (Not a fan of my raspy voice, yet men love it LOL) Girl I love fashion, writing, make-up and considering a potential acting career!
Lord Take The Wheel 🙏🏾💕
I quit job in factory and start doing what I love - I am sharing my boots passion ! it is just because you Karen, I watched you, you inspaired me a lot, and I said I WILL TRY ! and THANK YOU FOR IT ! THANK YOU
This video is worth thousands of thumbs up.
You are a remarkable woman and a fantastic role model for all women. Thank you!
Karen, thanks for sharing your story and experiences. I believe you’re so right that we should be doing what we’re passionate about. It’s so important, and it makes us happier, more productive, and we could inspire and motivate others as you’re doing. I agree having that safety net is important and a must. We’re never to old to follow our true passion. Thanks for the encouragement! 💕!!
I would appreciate a part 2! Thank you so much for sharing this with us.
Excellent video, Karen. I so needed to hear this. I’m taking my first steps towards doing what you do. At the age of 57 I’ve done loads of things that I haven’t enjoyed, so now I’m starting with baby steps doing fashion content. It’s scary though. Thanks a billion for the advice xxx
Chile, you know we need a Part 2!! Please and Thank you!! 😘🥰😁
On a day I was seriously questioning what I've done for the last five years as an entrepreneur, I turn on the television and there you are. Exhale...you hit every single point as an entrepreneur that I've experienced and continue to experience today. I just want to say thank you for being CONFIRMATION to stay the course and keep going. 🙋🏾♀️🙌🏾💪🏾❤
‘’Crawl before you can walk before you can run!’’ is what I retained from this very informative video! So inspiring!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
I strongly believe we all need to hear this, you've got to stop saving money only. Invest_ some part of it, if you really want financial freedom.
I understand the fact that tomorrow isn't promised to anyone, but investing today is a hard thing to do because i have no idea of how and where to invest in?
The world have advanced a whole lot that you must not be a pro to make money out the market.
When money realizes that it is in good hands, it wants to stay and multiply in those hands, if you really want to make profits out of the money you've got, you have to take it out of your savings account
Exactly, money is always eager and ready to work for anyone who is ready to employ it, Mrs Karen made me understand the basic principles of investing. Her sincerity is awesome.
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This was great. Writing this comment to request a Part 2 that has more info on anything you are ok wi/ sharing with all of us :) Thank you!
After my coworker, 71 years old (who helped build the company), was fired on Christmas Eve, I knew I was DONE.
well, I want to thank you, not for the content of your advice, since I got familiar with it walking my own similar path, but for the way you presented it; rarely do people manage to walk this thin line between pure enthusiasm and the harsh reality of things :)
As cliche as this may sound, what’s meant for you is ordained just for you. I have two daughters both have entrepreneurial aspirations. They see you as an inspiration and use your path as their guide. Keep pressing forth 😇
Love this! So encouraging. I just stepped forward last month is starting my interior design business. Like you said, doing what you love! It is terrifying and overwhelming, but I don’t let that stop me - I am pressing forward.
Continue shining your light because you are an amazing inspiration!
I SO needed this today, wow! I'm an Art Teacher, but my long term goal has always been to be a full time artist. I'm close to retirement but teaching now is utter chaos & is taking a toll on my physical & mental health. Ugh, thank you so much for this push...you're the BEST!!! 💜
OMG Karen, when I managed a retail partner-shop, I would get that dreaded feeling every Sunday night around 4-5P! It was the worst, so much anxiety.
What a relief it is when you come to realise you haven't had that for years. Beneficial to reflect on this again and again. I used to experience this, feeling gut sick.
I thought I was the only one. 4-5 pm on a Sunday my mood totally changes. Sad.
Me too. It's the worst feeling ever!
I really appreciate your candid conversation in this video. Please do a part 2!
This is a great topic especially now.
On an unrelated note, I love that couch. It’s beautiful.
When you are able to pop out of bed in the morning to go to work..... then you know you are doing something you love. Having a lot of guts I started a Landscape Design and Installation company. I got disgusted doing corporate advertising. I was in there with my crew edging, mulching, installing trees etc. with much sweat and headaches, literally, I look back and was fortunate to do something I love so much! So, people make the plunge and do it. Yes, I made enough to pay for my retirement.
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Whew! When I saw the thumbnail I thought that you have turned to the dark side of whine and cry and I said to myself NO, not our Karen and then I started to watch the video. YOU are an inspiration and a blessing to us. Go Karen!!
These videos are very important. It helps to keep people motivated and also to tap into their creativity
the "errrr mer gerrd, Karen" 's took me out 😹. you're the best. rooting for you from home! 🇬🇧
You are completely right , I’m also a freelance, I do graphic design and web developing… and I fucking love it. It’s really hard to manage yourself
, sometimes I wanna quit, but my love for it it’s much bigger… except when I’m lack of clients and can’t afford bills… but I keep on and working hard, and learning … and trying new stuff. You are an inspitration!
all of this!!! I wouldn't have it any other way either but yes with reward comes risk and I agree it's a learning process.
@Penelope Crespo - where can we check out your work?
@@KarenBritChick thanks for your answer!
I've been freelancing for 6 years. I just can't be in a 9-5 anymore... but I am currently thinking of switching from teaching to sales - property sales, but I am not sure that I can actually do it! It's really interesting to watch this. Thanks. I find you very inspirational.
Hey Karen, thank you so much for this! You were actually speaking to me ❤️👌🏾
Thanks Karen am in my 40s struggling with my RUclips channel, you always bring me back to life whenever I watch your videos. I have been watching your videos for more than 3 years now. Thanks ❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing the nitty-gritty parts of what it takes to create what you create on multiple platforms. I think a lot of people need road maps such as what you just presented to get going and not find themselves in dire straits. Not everyone has the "executive" mind or skills to start something and see it through. You made some excellent points. I wish our educational system offers courses for alternative careers just like I wish they teach basic budgeting and interviewing skills. Another excellent vlog!!
Karen, thank you for this video! I was meant to see it, but for a different reason :) I just realize how much I enjoy my 9-6 job (had some doubts couple of years ago but couldn’t really find anything else that I would like to do as a job), and I love the company that I work in, and at the same time I loooove watching RUclips, your videos in particular! Your content is awesome, I wish you all the luck in the world and also with luck to all the people out there who get inspired by you advice and support and decide to do something new!
Karen you just spoke to my soul lady. I feel like I just got the Holy Ghost from your words...Lol!! This is what I needed to hear this morning. Blessings to you. ❤
God I feel exactly the same! And I love fashion as much as you do Karen! I am following you since you got laid of your job! 🤭
Excellent video Karen! I’m currently toying with the idea of quitting but the fear is huge so I just started my RUclips and I’m hoping that it works out!
Please do a part 2, it’s necessary!
Thank you Karen for sharing so openly and honestly! Thanks for sharing the things that no one talks about. Thanks for sharing the reality, the practicalities and the business side of what you do. I always love hearing you speak and watching the joy and truth you exude 💕😘
Thank you for showing us it’s ok to be vulnerable. Going beyond fear, no matter what our journey is. Your truth is powerful. I am grateful I got to meet you out on the NYC streets. Carry on. I tune in 2x a week. It’s the best show going.
This is fantastic Karen! Please MORE, MORE!
Please do a part 2. Great content. I am an English teacher and I would like to start an online school.
Karen, this is such a synchronicity. Absolutely perfect timing. I have had a strong calling to go on my own for a while and always got sidetracked by the excuses you mentioned. In fact, it screams at me from everywhere and it feels like not 50% but 90% of the office would say they don't do what they love. It's a narrative of our culture. When my mum died 6 years ago, I was left with an urgent message from her. Follow your heart! I couldn't get that out of my head as if she was telling me from seeing the meaning of life from the other side. Sounds like a cliche but it took me years and a lot of pain to really get what that means. All the limiting believes we collect over time from everywhere, the distorted view of ourselves, the prejudices, conventions, identity cushioning etc. So much to untangle and let go of.
I have always loved music, art and all its expressions - songwriting, beats, instrumentation and arrangement, harmonising, lyrics, drumming, free dance, ballet, theatrical music, score and even choreography, movement meditation, artistic skating, architecture, poetry, all of it. Life is music to me and I came here to generate joy and channel new ideas and structures, inspire and ignite sparks of pure joyful life in others by enabling this truest part of me to come to light. Wish me luck everyone, and lots of courage to stick to following my/your/our heart! Thank you and blessings to everyone.
@frankmay your comment is so eloquent and true! Even though creativity through styling and fashion is my love, I sometimes feel that appearances can be superficial and so many of the friends and family I love dearly have absolutely zero interest. Thank you so much for relating your passion to generating joy, channelling new ideas, and enabling your true self. These aspects of creativity are very deep and spiritual, and it helps me remind myself that artistic expression in all mediums can be deep, meaningful, and a joyful expression that lifts others. I've transcribed a quote from you into my journal and wanted to let you know that it inspired me!
@@megmazuraniccourtney1591 Oh Meg, that's so cool. I am happy for you. And yes, I completely agree. All souls are creative in a way and art, design, beauty have a deep spiritual value. It can be full of big egos as well, don't get me wrong, as in all expressions of life, but if the intention comes from the heart, it holds very positive and enriching values.
Great job Karen 👏! I loved ♥ the content in this video 📹. Soo many people are at a point in their lives where they want to make a change but they don't know how to get started. I really ❤ that you gave those points on what things we should do to get started 🤔. Because alot of people won't even tell you what they know or how they got started. Love 💘 that about you Karen. God will always bless those who give back or reach out to help 🙏 others.
The sentence "who is having the last laugh now!?" is EPIC! You're totally right Karen! I ADORE you! Thanks for this video! 😁👍👍
Love this Karen! Yes, part 2 please! You are inspirational. Thanks for sharing.
I want to so bad.. but out of fear I’ve been holding back and also feeling like I don’t know enough 🤦🏾♀️
I adore you and your channel! Love "What Everyone is Wearing" and cannot get over your eye for fashion. You stop the best people one the street to talk to, and you're good at it b/c you genuinely care. I'm 73, and my beautiful 40-year-old daughter and I love to watch you together! My passion is wreath making, born out of Covid lockdown. I saw a wreath I wanted on etsy for nearly $400 and said ummm no, I can make that. And I did, only better! It's my side hustle! Fortunately, I can give them away if they don't sell! But you're so right about doing what you love. It's everything!
Thanks for the inspiration. I have no idea what I want to do, but I know I want to do it for myself and listening to this is just what I needed. At 51 I became a full time student after working 30+ years. Who knows what comes next. You deserve all the blessings and more, your channel is a joy to watch.
Such a motivational video! I've started several businesses over the decades n now I'm into gardening. I have so many ideas about how I can turn my love for gardening into a business. Thanks for sharing ....
I love gardens and always looking to get other opinions and ideas.
Thanks so much for the encouragement. What resonated was you saying the excuses we make can be the reason we go for it! I need to stop making excuses and just go for it and do what I have to do to be successful. Thanks again!
Karen, you are a truly gifted motivator. This came at the right time for me. Thanks! Yes, we need Part 2!
I love the part about asking myself what a topic would be that I can lead a conversation about and linking that to figuring out what I love to do. Especially as an introvert! It’s so clear to me now what I enjoy and am confident doing.
And the “BUT”! The incessant BUTS!
Thanks for this video Karen. I have work to do!
THIS!
Thank you for this video! I am searching for a way out of my 9-5 job. I would really appreciate if you would do a part 2!
YES, PART 2! Thank you for this video…and thank you for doing what you ❤️ love!🤗
Thanks Karen...as my Dad use to say...you are the bees knees....👌🏼🐝
Love your energy and enthusiasm. And the reality checks. A master class!
People don't realise the stuggles and sacrifices people make to become successful and self fulfilled. It keeps you humble and makes you really appreciate what you've accomplished. Thanks for sharing your story xx
Lord knows I needed to here this. Thank you Thank you. This was extremely helpful and inciteful. Love your content!
I love to hear your words about being a freelancer, I am 26 year old designer and artist. I work my ass off to pay the bills, to make money but this is what I love, and it makes my clients happy, makes me happy. But Damn is harsh work.
Great video, Karen, very useful! Please do a Part 2 with extra details on responding to brands etc. Thank you! :)
Wow! Thank you so much for this! I had been in a rut as a freelancer & content creator! I am having all those struggles that you mentioned & this video was soooo inspirational! It was exactly what I needed! 💖
I'm self employed and really try to keep my work hours 7-4! I'm replying to clients all hours, but it's really healthy for me to try to have time I'm not working
Absolutely adore your transparency. Please do a part 2!
We need a part 2!!!
A part 2 would be amazing!!
this is so inspiring. thank you for being so real and genuine and vulnerable - please don’t change!
I have been hoping you would do something like this and I would love to see more on this.
Rejection!
Being rejected by established people because you aren't established, who have forgotten that at one time THEY weren't established.
So, so good...took it all in Karen..and yes, please do a follow-up about branding or anything else pertaining to this topic..you were spot on🧡
Thank you for bringing up Michael and your financial situation in detail. I've been in that situation where I had the insurance, the savings and the good credit and my boyfriend at the time was struggling and people thought I was with him for his money. It's just misogyny and it's a kind of toxic way of thinking about people. Also, it's not very flattering to either of you! You guys seem really well matched in personalities and values and that is what is important.
Karen you are so real, it’s just so inspiring to watch your channel. Very reality inspirational video.
Thank you Karen for the information. Yes, please do a part 2.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 I have clothes in my closet as outfits. I love putting outfits together & home decor. I have always done this. I even started an interior design business while working but I got hurt on the job. Now I can get back to what I really love doing.
Thank for the real talk. This was so helpful and would love a part 2!
GREAT INFORMATION VERY ENCOURAGING THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS BEING SOOOOOO TRANSPARENT ❤
Bravo! Hip hip hurray and all the other grand salutations that can describe this video. This was a great piece of work for those that needed some encouragement to push forward. Thanks Karen!
Karen this was such good information for those who want to follow in your footsteps.
Those critics have some personal and inner issue that they have not dealt with.
Yes, it is true you do not or cannot like everyone, and vice versa everyone will not or can not like you. This happens in all aspects of life.
FOCUS, FAITH, CONSISTENCY AND REPETITIVE ACTIONS, HOPE AND EXPECTATION, are attitudes it appears one must have.
Really needed this. You're amazing and congrats on the amazon line being such a success!!
Glad it was helpful and thank you!
Karen, honestly, I wish you are my personal friend because I need you in my life. I have also grown so much fashion wise because of you. I became your subscriber after watching your video in 2017. I would always look forward to your videos every Thurs which was my clinical rotation day. I would watch while on a bus from the Bronx (where the hospital is located) to Manhattan. You are part of those memories. Thank you so much. I still continue to watch your videos. I think you’re the only RUclipsr who’ve never changed. Fame did not get into your head. Thank you so much for that.
P.S. I quit watching other people’s RUclips videos because I saw how fame changed them into narcissists. You’re not. You remain pure.😊😍🥰
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!.. I so needed this mentorship and inspiration that I find myself so thirsty for in this unique arena that my friends and family just don't get, despite how much I try to explain it to them. I continue to work through figuring out so many things in light of my passions for this industry, totally stepping out on faith and walking away from a more traditional career. Not to mention having to look beyond the hate I receive as just a nano influencer just starting out not long ago, who wants nothing more than sisterhood and to be able to uplift, love on, and inspire other women. So I can only imagine the hate you must have to deal with at your level of success. You have no idea how much you continue to inspire me.. from your magnetic energy to your amazing style sense. AGAIN, THANK YOU! ❤️
Thank you Karen for sharing and talking about the effort and the journey it takes to do what you love. 🙂
Just …Fair play to ya 🇮🇪well done Karen ❤️I really admire you and think it’s fantastic what you’ve done and we’re you have come from ppplease do a part 2 😊
Part 2; yes please!! Where does one learn how to value creative content products and services? Lol, Is there a general price list somewhere that shows a range of compensation vs viewer impressions?
PS. My "thing" is primarily a tangible product, yet to promote, educate, engage customers there will be a creative content component required.
Thank you Karen - this was well articulated and highly motivational. You are fabulous!
Yes please do a part two, Karen! Thanks for the kick in the pants: STOP MAKING EXCUSES! I so needed to hear this today. 👊🏼🔥
I can't stop watching this video, this is so inspiring, thank you Karen 🥺
You don’t have to prove yourself to anyone beautiful. Thanks for being so real and helpful!
Hi Karen! I have several hobbies, but for the past year I've been reselling. I've always loved thrift shopping and finding treasures. I started calling it treasure hunting. It's exciting to find things of value that other folks want. Definitely enjoy doing this and it's sustainable. My plan is to continue to grow my business. I want to mention that I quit my job before really starting this, without any worry about where my next check was coming from. Keeping the faith and forging ahead. I'm loving this!
Thanks for sharing your story Karen , I really was meant to watch this. I left my job in digital advertising 3months ago to pursue a career in image consulting . My heart has always been in clothing, dressing up, dressing others up, even running a small retail business on the side at one point. Since I made that decision I’ve felt so free and so proud of myself to finally be pursuing what I love, but I’ve also felt terrified, overwhelmed, like I can’t possibly follow through. Regardless, I commit to just taking it one day at a time . Thanks so much for sharing this !