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It took this content creator approximately 15 to 16 months to reach the threshold for monetization—about 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 viewing hours. The milestone was achieved with the help of a single video that went viral, garnering over 700,000 views, which propelled the channel into the monetization realm. Despite having a bustling subscriber count, without that one hit video, the creator recognizes they might still be in the waiting phase, emphasizing the common reality for many YouTubers.

Receiving monetization has resulted in about $2,100 earned through Google AdSense over a four-month span. However, this figure is not justifying the time commitment required. Each video demands at least ten hours of effort for filming and editing, leaving the creator to ponder whether it's worthwhile.