The End Of The Beginning Of The Year
Issue #13 Of The Chidera Peters Dispatch
Hey friend,
It’s the end of March, and it finally feels like we’re properly in 2025—hence the title of this email, The End of the Beginning of the Year (a little confusing, I know 😅).
I’ve been sitting with my numbers, reviewing my goals, and some things are going to plan, others… not so much. But that’s okay. A quarterly check-in helps me realign and stay intentional—and I want to invite you to do the same.
If you set financial goals in January and haven’t looked at them since, this is your sign ✨ to check in. Let’s see what’s working, what needs tweaking, and how we can move forward with clarity.
At the start of the year, I shared my 2025 money goals on YouTube. If you missed that video, you can catch it here. Now that Q1 is done, here’s how it’s actually going.
✅ My Q1 Wins
🎥 2025 YouTube Earnings (Q1 exceeded)
I plan to earn £30,000 from YouTube this year, which I broke down to £7,500 per quarter, and this is smashed! 💥
Between AdSense and brand deals, this quarter exceeded expectations. I’m grateful—and also more motivated than ever to stay consistent.🏡 Investment Property Fund (in progress)
The goal for this is £35,000 and currently I’ve saved £15,000. I mean it’s still a long way to go, but I’m proud of my progress. Also, full transparency, I didn’t save the whole £15,000 in just Q1 alone (lol I wish! 😂). I already had some money in the savings pot at the start of the year, so this is cumulative progress and not just Q1 alone.
📈 Investment Goal (on track!)
My goal is to invest at least £10,000 this year, and I’m on track with this so far. I’ve invested £3,800 in Q1 alone. This is made possible by a mix of monthly investing (£600) and a few lump sums.🏖️ Travel Fund: Complete
My husband and I saved £150 each and already enjoyed a lovely trip to Italy which I shared about last week. One of our top Q1 highlights.🚗 Car Fund: Done & Dusted
We’ve completed our savings and officially reserved our car! I can’t wait to share it with you soon 😁.
🔄 Areas I’m Improving + My Q2 Strategy
Despite the wins, not everything has gone as planned. Here are some areas I’m still figuring out:
Digital Product Sales Goal = £10,000
→ Earned so far = £534.90
I haven’t quite cracked the code here yet 😅. The products are ready and valuable—but I haven’t marketed them consistently.Q2 Strategy:
Plan and execute a dedicated promo week across Instagram and email
Feature one product per week in my stories and Dispatch
Test bundles and limited-time offers to drive urgency
Content Repurposing:
I’ve been consistent on YouTube, but haven’t turned long-form content into short-form pieces for Instagram or TikTok.Q2 Strategy:
Block out a weekly time slot to batch and schedule repurposed clips
Start with 1–2 clips per video and test what resonates
Use an AI tool to speed up editing
If you’re doing your own Q1 review, here are 3 simple questions to guide you:
Did I hit my savings goal?
What unexpected expenses showed up?
What do I want to prioritise in Q2?
Write them down. Reflect. Celebrate wins, note the misses, and then—reset.
📹 New Video: How Much YouTube Paid Me for 1 Million Views
In this week’s video, I’m breaking down my real earnings from YouTube—including AdSense, digital products, affiliate links, and the tax (yes tax 👀) I paid.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like earning from content creation, or you’re just curious about the business side of YouTube… this is the video to watch.
🏠 FREE Webinar: House Buying & Mortgage Q&A
Buying your first (or next) home in the UK? Don’t miss this.
Thanks to our sponsor, this webinar is now FREE to attend! 🥳 This Friday at 6PM (UK time), I’m hosting a live Q&A with a qualified UK mortgage advisor who works specifically with migrants—so you’ll get answers that actually apply to your situation.
We’ll be covering the things that matter most to our community:
🔹 How much do I really need for a deposit?
🔹 How does my visa or immigration status affect my chances?
🔹 How can I build my credit fast to qualify for a mortgage?
🔹 What mistakes should I avoid as a first-time buyer? etc
✨ Only 50 spots available! if you’re serious about buying soon—or just curious—come through
Let’s be honest—Q1 was us figuring things out. But Q2? We’re moving with a bit more clarity, a bit more confidence, and still giving ourselves grace. Whether you're smashing goals or just trying to remember your Monzo password 🙂↔️, you're not alone. Let’s strive to keep showing up as that counts for A LOT.
You’ve got this. And I’m rooting for you.
Till next time,
XOXO
Chidera