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As someone deeply entrenched in the YouTube community for over a decade, the speaker expresses a deep-seated skepticism regarding sponsorship deals. Historically, discussion around problematic sponsorships isn't new; instances like BetterHelp have already highlighted the risks involved in these partnerships.
While some content creators openly embrace sponsorships as a vital revenue stream, others, like our speaker, feel uneasy about working with brands. They express a lack of trust in sponsorship deals, viewing many partnerships as potentially exploitative. This hesitation is heightened by experiences with numerous scam emails, which reportedly make up about 20% of all sponsorship inquiries.