Back in 2019, I remember being surprised at a survey by toy maker Lego that asked young adults what they wanted to be when they grew up. The top answer was YouTube creator!

Of the 3,000 children surveyed between the ages of 8 and 12 from the U.S., U.K., and China, a surprising 33% said they wanted to be a YouTuber, while only 11% dreamed of becoming an astronaut.

Kids’ Top Career Aspirations in the U.S. and U.K.: Vlogger/YouTuber Teacher Professional athlete Musician Astronaut The Rise of the Creator Economy

Another poll from YouGov in 2021 backed this up, showing that becoming a vlogger, YouTuber, or professional streamer was the top dream job for teens aged 13 to 17. Social media influencers and content creators have gained more trust from young people than any other group over the past few years, defying the skepticism many older generations have toward

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