Let the Platforms Pay: Ads and Sponsored Content
Let Platforms and Sponsors Pay You for Your Audience
Monetize your audience through platform payouts (like YouTube AdSense) and third-party sponsorships across video, newsletters, or podcasts.
Ad revenue works best once you’ve hit content consistency and built trust with your niche. The more attention you command, the more you earn.
Revenue streams:
YouTube monetization (AdSense)
Newsletter sponsorships
Podcast intros, midrolls, or shoutouts
Best for:
YouTubers with 1,000+ subscribers
Newsletter writers with >1,000 readers
Podcasters with loyal downloads per episode
Tips:
Build a media kit
Automate sponsor outreach via tools
Include unique discount codes or UTM links
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