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Following a lackluster start, the creator reluctantly accepted that their work might go unnoticed. However, something miraculous occurred weeks later: the video began to gain traction. Within a short time span, the view count skyrocketed from a few thousand to over a million, and the creator found themselves enjoying their newfound identity as a YouTuber. This experience was exhilarating; it validated their efforts and transformed their hobby into a "legit side hustle." However, amidst this celebration lingered a knowledge of the struggles that had come before their success.