rejectconvenience.com/core-values
This is my north star. I've seen as channels grow, they're seemingly more willing to set aside the values they started with, and I just don't want to be caught in the same trap. This is both a promise to you as a part of my creation process, and it's a reminder to myself if I ever feel lost in the sauce.
If I feel that I cannot be kind, then I will be patient. I will not make hasty responses to feedback, criticism, or even outright attacks about me. I will not make videos attacking other creators. Kindness brings people together.
Human creativity must be celebrated.
When hiring outside help, I will make sure they do not use generative AI for the work they do for these videos. When getting help on a video, they will be compensated. No work goes unpaid, ever. If I can't afford it, then I'll do it myself.
This channel is not for sale. Sponsorships and affiliates allow corporations to steal our voices. I will never take money or gifts of any kinds from any corporation. Additionally, I will not promote or recommend any products or services. The community is going to be far more insightful in recommendations than I ever would. I will always defer people to visit the Forum for recommendations on products or services.
Any video I make that discusses a topic that might be scary must have an actionable solution. If I cannot offer an actionable solution, then I will not make the video. I want to stand out by giving people hope.
If I find myself making a video to appease to the algorithm, I will stop immediately and make something fun instead.
I will not try to make quick cash off my audience with things like scams or emotional manipulation. I will keep the support tiers as affordable as the platforms will let me.
If there is ever a day where I feel that any of these values seem dumb or negotiable, I will stop making videos and get a real job.