u/Available-Feed303 — reddlx

I want to start creating content on FB/YT/TIKTOK, with the long-term goal of making my own income. I don’t really know how monetization works yet, but I want to learn from the ground up. I’m at the point where I really don’t want to rely on my parents anymore and I want to start earning on my own, even if it’s slow at first.

What I’m looking for is a realistic beginner guide, specifically:

How to properly start a FB page and a YT channel (niche, setup, basics)
What kind of content is actually doing well right now
How monetization works on both platforms and how long it usually takes
Beginner mistakes that are easy to avoid
What’s worth focusing on early vs what can wait

I also want to use AI, but only free tools that are beginner-friendly:

For ideas, scripts, captions, or simple edits
No paid software or subscriptions
Stuff that someone with limited resources can realistically use

I’m not expecting fast money — I just want a clear roadmap and advice from people who’ve actually tried this. If you started from zero on FB or YouTube, I’d really appreciate any tips or resources you can share. Thanks!