A career in education, reacting to Amberlynn Reid on YouTube and diversifying their career in social media. How Zachary Michael is finding their way.

There was no clear roadmap for becoming a YouTuber when Zachary Michael was in school.No degree in online careers. No guidance counsellor suggesting “internet commentator” as a viable career path.And yet, they built one.In this episode of Finding Your Way, Zachary Michael shares how they turned uploading videos into a full-time career and what it really takes to survive and evolve in the digital world.We talk about the early days of YouTube, handling public criticism, and the pressure that comes with building a platform in real time. But we also dive into something every modern creator has to face: diversification.From streaming to launching merchandise to running multiple channels, Zach opens up about why relying on one income stream isn’t enough, and how they’ve learned to balance creativity with financial sustainability.This conversation isn’t just about YouTube. It’s about risk. Reinvention. And building a career that didn’t exist when you were 16.If you’re trying to carve out an unconventional path or wondering how to future-proof the one you’re on, then this episode is for you.YT: https://www.youtube.com/zacharymichael and https://www.youtube.com/@ZacharyMichaelAlsoFollow on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thezacharymike