How I’m trying to get monetized in 2026

Welcome to my channel! I'm Neftali, and I’m taking on a huge 90-day challenge to get this YouTube channel fully monetized—all while launching my brand-new candle business, Hometown Candles, completely from scratch! In this video, I’m laying out my game plan for the next 90 days. From staying consistent with uploads and testing out new video titles and thumbnails, to diving into my analytics and switching up formats, I'm taking you behind the scenes of every step. But more than just numbers, this journey is about stepping out in faith, following God's call, and staying accountable as I navigate the ups and downs of starting a business. This video is for you if: You want to start your own side hustle or business Build a YouTube channel -You want an honest look at what it takes to trust the process & follow God's plan Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: The 90-Day Monetization Goal 00:31 – Channel Overview & Business Launch 01:57 – The 90-Day Challenge & YouTube Monetization Requirements 02:37 – Consistency & Upload Schedule 04:06 – Doubling Down on What Works 04:40 – Sharing Updates & Tips 05:13 – Testing Video Titles & Thumbnails 06:09 – Sharing Analytics & Strategy Changes 06:40 – Strategy Step 6: Trying Different Formats & Content Topics 07:21 – Final Words: Faith, Accountability, & Outro I’d love for you to follow along! Hit that subscribe button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and let's grow together.