I'm done being a fulltime influencer 

As a freelance filmmaker/film editor, every year or so I find myself trying odd jobs (fitness associate, working in a warehouse, etc.) for the same exact reason of not only having extra income but just to switch up my environment and try something new. Being a creative full time is fulfilling, but exhausting. Not making art my full income allowed me be more selective and pursue projects based on passion vs. desperation.

Kelly Stamps as a part time flight attendant would be such good content and story times!

One of my favorite quotes is “you’re always only one decision away from a totally different life”

TLDL: I enjoy part time creating over full-time. Full-time "influencing" requires the delusion to assume people actually care about knowing my every move. (I don't even care about my every move LOL.) I will continue to pop on both channels when I have a storytime, experience to share or something educational. I genuinely cannot bring myself to make errand lists, record myself crying trying to be "raw" and relatable or showing my bedroom doing tours. It's weird LOL. Also I'm forcing myself to attend community college classes in person starting in summer!! I have time for a part time job or I can do one or the other.

The grass isn't greener on that side, I hate to tell you

i don't think glamorizing the struggle is going to fix the issue - i just think you need to find purpose elsewhere. having a job isn't fun! i think you could find purpose in school, volunteering, classes and learning new hobbies, going to different types of social events etc. but wishing you well either way :)

whatever you feel like you need at this point in time - give yourself that. who cares how others define success or whether they think it’s a “downgrade” or anything along the lines of “why would you do that”. it’s your life. i think it’s inevitable that you’re feeling this way about being a full-time influencer as someone who always reflects on her experiences and learns from them. i really do believe that you’ve got a lot more to offer to the world than what social media would ever allow you to do

volunteering being involved in community helps so much.

I get it. Purpose, discipline, and structure are really fulfilling. I’m currently on the opposite side of the fence. I do hair twice a week in nursing homes and senior communities (outside of my own salon suite) but I have this urge to really create content to share my knowledge and make money on my own terms. But imagining it from your perspective, being bored and wanting to feel furiously or valuable is real. You’ll find what you’re missing soon! Good luck!

$4k MINIMUM for a two minute spot? I’m in the WRONG profession. 😂

let's break this down. $4000 for a 1 to 2 minute spot. that spot brings brand awareness and customers to said brand. said brand makes sales and a profit. which is good because said brand has employees to pay (employees feeding their families). said brand might ship items, so now the economy at large is benefitting (truckers, warehouses, packaging manufacturers). said brand pays taxes which goes into public services. influencers need to get over their imposter syndrome. it's important work and those who think it's silly don't understand economics. you've made quite a few of these "existential crisis" videos over the past 18 months. here's a quote that might give some clarity. "every where you go, there you are" the call might be coming from inside the room.

The thing I respect most about you is you honesty! So many influencers act like they’re doing the hardest job in the world, and I don’t doubt that there are busy days and many challenges. But, ultimately, compared to most people, they are living GOOD and EASY. And getting paid at least double for it! Thank you for acknowledging that privilege and being realistic!

"i need to do math for fun" hahahahaha youre built different i love u the transparency is amazing we must protect kellz at all costs!!! also the bangs messing up the face id 🥵

Not religious anymore, but when I used to go to church I volunteered as a Sunday school "teacher" aka daycare for the 3-4 year olds. Just a once a week commitment for just a few hours and it could offer good opportunity to find aligned friends/community. Or volunteer work with special needs, or maybe work at a flower shop/planet nursery. Since money isn't an object, definitely lean toward something that will bring you fulfillment/peace♡

This is absolutely true… I remember when you made a post about going back to school 3-4 years ago at [Boston School] and how much it meant to you to get a degree. Because of you, I ended up thinking about going back to college, too… Fast forward to today and not only did I finish undergrad, but I completed my MBA last month as well. I was financially successful before I went back to finish my degree, however, I'm personally more fulfilled having completed my undergraduate degree. I genuinely recommend you do the same. It was a gift you originally passed to me, and hopefully this post returns the favor back to you…. Peace and blessings

Completely unrelated to this topic, but I thought I would share; I have been binge watching your channel lately to catch up, dozed off to your videos last night, and had a dream that you asked me on a date. You pulled up, looked me up and down, and then hopped back in your car and drove off. So I sat alone and ate tiramisu. Just thought that was kinda funny. Lol

Kelly, have you considered doing volunteer work? It would put you in immediate contact with people (if you’re doing it in person) you’d get to be of service (to whatever community calls your heart) would probably bring a lot of joy and connection into your life 💕

You shouldn’t have to apologize for doing what makes *you* feel content. I think it’s wonderful to rediscover things about ourselves that we miss.

Congratulations on your billboard! So dope! 🎉🍾….And, no…you don’t want to work a job 15 hours a week either. Trust me. 😂😂😂 I’m kidding…do what makes you happy.

Went back and forth about writing this comment. Can’t finish this video. Fan typically but right now when I can’t afford to buy groceries this kind of content is pissing me off. Everyone has their struggles and maybe that’s your point and if I finished the video I would get this but I can’t. After I heard $4k for 2 minutes when I would be excited if I was given $400 this minute to take care of basics! I need off the planet. Hope you find what you are looking for Ms.Stamps.

We love a multifaceted multitalented and free spirited woman 💖✨ you can literally do all or none of those things. That’s the beauty of life

🙏🏾💚🌱Congratulations 🎊 on your bill board! Also the growth and continued exploration 🌱

I am really excited for this next part of your journey!

A hobby definitely can be a “full time job” and fill up those bored hours! I’m a clay artist and it’s a week full of work 4/5 days of finishing a clay piece and then 1/2 days of editing 😭 but just chose a path that makes your heart warm the most!

You know productive work doesn’t always have to be tied to earning money. Have you thought about doing volunteer work in a space that’s meaningful for you?

I’ve thought about this a lot. Content creation can be so isolating. I would do it for the social factor.

You shared some of the things I have been feeling internally as well. Im actually going back to school to finish (since I dropped out at 21 back in 2020) my business degree and go back to 9-5. I know its an unpopular in todays time since the new wave is to become a boss business owner or influencer/content creator of some sort. But I dont mind working a 9-5 in a corporate world doing a job I love. Content creating has become.... something. It is surely not for everyone. I would enjoy it part time, but things are getting weird. Since 2020, all I want is to live my best peaceful life adjusting to this new age or normalcy we are in now. I just want to contribute to society in a massive way, I do enjoying being of service to others. Im happy for you and I am excited for you in your new journey Ms Stamps :)

Trust me you don’t want a real job lol. The people with real jobs want what you have 😂 seek happiness elsewhere

I LITERALLY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS YOUR SO REALLL❤❤❤

I am such a fan, and I love what you do here on RU-vid. However, I do believe that we all need to do something that fulfills us. Face-to-face. Something rewarding. Find that. Find the balance. We have faith you will find your true calling and feel content with whatever it is you choose to do part time!

"Fifteen hours of labor would reset my brain to be grateful again." I get what you're saying with this. Being an "influencer" can be isolating. I appreciate your honesty and wish you all the best figuring it out. P.S. - As you already know, any social media management team will have their own best interests at heart and will not want you to get a regular job - even if it's part time.

You’re a joy to watch. You always lift up my spirits 🧜🏾‍♀️😄

15-20 hours of labor will make me more appreciative again. yesss girl! Look at the accountability!!! Miss stamps is givingggggg!!!!

I've loved your channel since I found it a year ago!! I do see your point - having a job does give some type of structure and a different purpose outside of ourselves, a feeling like we are contributing to a community. You will have a unique perspective going back into the job force, and you may very well treat it like a hobby you get paid for! Which is a dream in and of itself :) You don't need to work a 9-5, you *want* to. Cheers Kelly!

It’s been so lovely to watch you evolve and also come into yourself more❤ I’m glad you’ve found what works for you and a healthy balance!!!

Always on time for lecture!!! I hope you’re well Professor Stamps❤

I always wondered about people who influenced full time. I can see how it can get boring doing the same thing. Like opening pr packages and filming grwm and things as such. Thanks for being transparent! Praying that The Lord continues to lead you 🤎

You can start again whatever you want, job, study, and film it as vlog

I needed this today! Been following for you a while and still need to figure out how to pivot to making more content and being consistent

I'm sorry for your loss Kelly ❤ I love your new Channel!

Hope youre well! Love the top❤❤

Kelly Kelly! Get your degree and get a job in avionics. It seems like that's what you're meant to do. You have brains, looks, humor and talent. You have the whole package, go for it! Please don't regret not getting your degree, time passes by VERY quickly the older you get. Also, i would love to see the artwork! I didn't know you could draw... Thanks for this very honest talk, I'm sure influences are bored out of their minds sometimes if they do similar content as you. People need people and the younger you are, the more social you should be. Having a purpose in life is a GREAT thing and not to be underestimated. Wishing you all the best!

your my favorite personality i love the message you put out and the energy you give ill follow you until the end of the road .

I really love that you do what you know is good for you, you are so inspiring!

Amen sis we have so much incommonend! lol... I do both "RU-vid influencer & I work in the health care field as a supervisor & I am HAPPY=)" . I did electronics for 5yrs I never went to college for it was trained on the job for a very BIG company back in the day (I am 51yrs young now) ,and it came very naturally for me. I am HAPPY! FOLLOW YOUR HEART & WHAT GIVES YOU PEACE xoxo THIS VEDIO IS PERFECT FOR EVERYONE TO DIVE DEEP W/IN, THANK YOU=)

I’ve been seeing a lot of long term full time content creators say this. There’s a new wave going on. Excited to see your next steps Kelly! ❤

Honestly Kelly I think you're bored and stuck on the regrets of your decisions you close yourself off to growth. You are not happy about having too much time so why not travel and explore the earth and try dating in Europe instead. You're in your 20s, and you have the access to make them legendary so DREAM BIGGER! Give yourself a Kelly in London series and try pursuing a career there once you're tired of globe trotting.

This is such a down to earth video. 🙏

I’m currently a sahm and I’m dying to just go back to work and have some normalcy and structure in my life 😂 I actually just interviewed to work at a local nursing home for 15 hours a week!

This is exactly why I made my content about the people and not about myself I realize my followers know nothing about me, because I tell them about them and share experiences that circle back to them ♥️

Kelly, why don't you start interviewing people on this channel since you already have a following and it won't be so isolating. Talk about life with different people (not only RU-vidrs but normal people too) and let us see the juxtaposition between your life and normal people. Just an idea.

Where I am in life, I would have to work 235 hours at my job to make 4k, that in 2 minutes is really something!

‏‪<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1024">17:04</a>‬‏ Be careful what you wish for, at least just say you want things to do but not problems

Lmaoo literally I laugh within the first 2 mins of every video of yours ! I love u Kelly

Overheard one of my training managers calling a coworker the n word on my third shift at my new job and I got sexually harassed by a different manager on the same day. I think you just need another hobby and some purpose, a “normal” job is not really it 😓

I totally get this. I read something today that really put life into perspective. In the Bible before Adam got a wife, he had a job. We were meant to work. The accomplishments we have die with us. Work isn't the way to achieve the goal. It is the goal. You just need to find what it is you'd rather be doing, and do that. And for me that was giving up making other people money and watching my own kids. I"ll get back to "work" when they're older. Love this Kelly! I hope you find something cool!

You are the epitome of the ideal and best energy of womanhood: creative, nourishing, and VARIABLE. Change your mind at will and wont, Babe. YOU are your OWN "fulltime influencer." 😘

Such a great video. How about volunteering? No paycheck but somewhere you really feel needed and a serious purpose? Love all your videos.

I think it’s good to re-evaluate what we’re doing every few years to see if it’s working for us or not. Good luck on whatever you decide to do in the future! ❤

For those of us on the other end of the RU-vid game trying to get 1k we don't understand all these big influencers just quitting without explaining to us. Well some say they are stressed and I'm like are you serious. Do you mean you need a vacation, lol.

I love that the billboard says "kpop star" hahahaha!

Kelly said let me go touch some grass😂😂

Just came from your TT vid, damn you have over 700K subs over here! Wow! This is awesome

love your transparency kelly!

U dont want a boss and a job right now it’s brutal Things hve changed

I understand your perspective. Initially, I believed I was a highly creative individual who found fulfillment solely in creating art or music. However, I gradually came to realize that creation wasn't my primary motivation; rather, it was fueled by curiosity and a commitment to learning new skills. While I deeply enjoy being a musician, I also feel drawn to more analytical pursuits.

Girl, I feel you! I got tired of it and super burnt out. After doing it full time for years I chose to work part time jobs. In the past two years, I have been a server, a weed budtender, smoothie maker, receptionist, bartender, and an optometric assistant. And now I’m back in university after dropping out 5 years ago so I can find a full time job after and make RU-vid my hobby again. Views have gone soo low ever since I stopped posting as much but I have more peace and can enjoy it more now. Best of luck! Looking forward to seeing your journey! 🫶🏽

Just a suggestion: go to Europe and make some videos there, I think that should entertain you for a while lol and I think your RU-vid audience would like videos like that

I love seeing this video as I’m actively trying to get to a point where I can do full-time content creation 😭😭

With all your risks in the past, this is the wildest proposition you proposed. This is a time of change...always go for it. Looking forward to watch your first days of work.

What ever direction you take. It's been a blast. Been watching your content for years.

I’m going through this now. 25 and have been a self employed at home with no one to see and no where to be, sitting around, for 5 years. Lol! (I’m not a career women either, which is why I chose a job from home with my own schedule) I always think about the times where I was never on the phone and I was going to school, always with friends. Now I go online because I’m so bored all the time and it’s so unfulfilling. I want to be busy with work and friends and forget the phone again!!! It’s funny because I just applied to Panera 5 days ago and I am SOOOO excited to work a part time job too Im going to quite this job where I’m sitting at home, work part time at Panera and go to school for a career. I want a job with people, stress, goals etc. I want to be excited again!!

i always love your videos and the way you express yourself. it's funny you bring up feeling like you need a part-time job because i feel the exact same way. i miss the human interaction part of life and it's a big part of what i'm missing out on. if you're ever in nyc again, i recently moved here, and would love to hangout (sounds weird i know but i'm just a girl and i swear i'm not weird lololol)

Ooh the part time cheer leading /ice girls roles sound like it would be so much fun! I think if you did that and volunteered or worked as a TA or library assistant it would satisfy both parts of your brain. Cheerleading could lead to more notoriety though, just something to think about as I know you want a private life x

Kelly , I love you but you've brought up this exact flavor of topic so many times only during these specific times it's almost a little cruel. We get it! You can spend thousands to fly first class to buy yourself a pretzel while the only carbs we can even afford is plain white Jasmine rice... Any other notes? Like goddamn have some mercy, at least until inflation is over!! -Your neighborhood PR team

Host at fancy restaurant + 1 = so many stories to tell omg!

Just start a business and you can serve the people and give employment to others who need a chance

I think I’m about the same age as Kelly. I graduated college in 2019 and have been an electrical engineer since I worked really hard to get this career and it did provide me a lot of life changing moments and money, but I also feel like it’s not my purpose A lot of times I fantasize about being a cashier or being a tutor like I was during college. Because right now I just feel constantly stressed about deadlines and mind numbing engineering work. Having an easier job sounds like it would be kind of fun

I think it’s good to build something outside of content creation. Recently a few creators had their channels randomly deleted and some of them spiraled because they didn’t have anything outside of talking about themselves online. Luckily some of them were able to get their channel back. I’ve followed you from the beginning and I was excited to witness you chase after your dreams of becoming a pilot, or going back to school, or going into acting. So if you feel pulled to get back into the workforce do it!

Honestly sis, go for it. The people who’ve never stepped out to do anything other than work a job will never be able to fully relate to what you mean. Entrepreneurship actually does become increasingly boring and it for sure starts to feel isolating. I had an e-commerce business for about 4 years and after a while I started to feel the same way. The people with jobs are burned out because they haven’t had that continuous freedom that comes with being an entrepreneur of any sort. So they just don’t get it. Most would kill to trade places. But for those of us who had the best of both worlds, we know how it can start to feel. Get that part time job girl. I feel you. I started considering going back to my medical job because it’s true, you start to miss interacting with other humans. As annoying as they can be sometimes. Once you’ve been lonely as an entrepreneur/influencer for some time, it’s like it’s not all it’s hyped up to be and money isn’t everything. Social interaction is important. Godspeed on your new part time job ❤

Volunteer

Love this ❤

I love your videos and I'm binge watching them as I speak. 💕💕

Kelly, will you talk about the bts of being an influencer, for instance, preferring an agent vs a manager or management team for your career? That is the kind of info that is intriguing and will definitely bring in views. Thanks for this video. ❤

Kelly Stamps uploads be right on time

Rat girl winter?? AHAHAAHHA 😂😂 YOU'RE HILARIOUS

I could never be bored lol. I constantly find new hobbies or activities that I want to try. Once I have more time and money my interests will be my fulltime job. 😄 🏃🏾‍♀️

Adding some color to your house may lift you mood also. Congrats on your success and the next phase. I also need people in addition to online work though in small doses. 😂

I think you would be a really good teacher like a theatre teacher specifically. If you have your associates degree, you can usually become a substitute teacher while you get your teaching license. Regardless, I hope you find something satisfying for you :)

My three favorite channels: Kelly Stamps, Stock Brotha, & Ling and Lamb. Make my week complete! 🔥 🔥 🔥

I feel you! Oh I feel you!

First off, where’d you find that top?!? Love you girl!

Trust me sis, you don’t want a “real job”. Please enjoy 😭 why not volunteer ? Much better than a part time job! Try to find “stress” in other ways

I love a part-time gig for you RU-vid niece ❤ Especially since you don’t have to put up with nonsense. The billboard is gorgeous!!!

love how real you are

You better sang!!

girl loving your energyyyyy, not me creating my video right now because I've to change my life

How about doing your editing etc from a coworking space? You get some semblance of being in a job environment whilst doing your own thing.

"I have peace, not problems" 🤣

Wow how real. Thanks for sharing! Nothing is wrong with a part time job to stay occupied even if you don’t need it. Especially if you saved up enough money to quit when you’re ready too.