I saw someone post a topic on a forum I'm part of asking for "YT help". I sent him a message with some tips that apply to the majority of people seeking to start new YouTube channels. I'll paste the message I sent him below.
The same terms apply here too - if you want some more advice or general help, do send me a message.
The same terms apply here too - if you want some more advice or general help, do send me a message.
"Hi there,
I saw your plea for help and thought I could chuck in my 2 cents, so to speak.
First of all, don't be discouraged by low view counts. That's fine for a new channel. You're not running ads, so YouTube isn't going to throw tons of traffic your way especially when you're just starting out.
I'm pretty knowledgeable in marketing in general, so do ask me about anything like that. I'm not sure exactly what you need, so reply with some questions you have.
I don't know how interested you're going to be in this video, but if you want to grow your channel and you're serious about it, then check this video out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fp71bpgKxhE&t=937s. It's by Alex Becker, a damn good marketer who's advice I trust. I advise you ignore what he says about the thumbnails because those are not going to work for your vids. Besides, they'll make your videos look low quality. Instead, take a look at Grian and Jeracraft's video thumbnails. They're both doing extremely well, notably Jeracraft.
Another thing: don't bother making a YT channel if you're just going to copy what everyone else is doing. If you're doing it purely for views or because you want o enjoy being in the limelight, stop right now. It's not going to be fun or fulfilling, especially when you realise that no one is all that interested in seeing another guy do the same thing their favourite YTber is already doing. Come up with something original, have some actually valuable content and ideas to share. Make it worthwhile.
Don't get silly branding with dubstep music and pulsating logo intros and outros. That's one of the easiest ways to scare off any serious viewers, especially in 2018. It's not 2010 anymore. Let your branding be simple and focus on the content and value you're providing.
If you want to keep your subscribers entertained and make sure they don't disappear, try to maintain a schedule of some kind. Aim to post one a week on a specified day to start with, maybe. It depends how much content you're able to push out and at what pace. If you've got a ton of ideas right now, don't use them all up in a short time and end up clueless as to what to do next. To avoid something like this, try to come up with as many ideas as possible. You could try writing down a few ideas on a daily basis. Another tried-and-true way to get ideas is to ask your viewers what videos they want you to make. The bonus with that approach is you know you'll be making stuff they actually really want to see.
I could write more, but I think this is fine for now. If you have any more questions, reply to this message and I'll do what I can to help. I can advise on technical stuff like recording software, editing and publishing as well, in case you're wondering.
I know this information is good and valuable. What matters is whether or not you implement what you learn and take action. If you do that, you'll be golden. You've got this.
All the best,
Hussein Horack"
I saw your plea for help and thought I could chuck in my 2 cents, so to speak.
First of all, don't be discouraged by low view counts. That's fine for a new channel. You're not running ads, so YouTube isn't going to throw tons of traffic your way especially when you're just starting out.
I'm pretty knowledgeable in marketing in general, so do ask me about anything like that. I'm not sure exactly what you need, so reply with some questions you have.
I don't know how interested you're going to be in this video, but if you want to grow your channel and you're serious about it, then check this video out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fp71bpgKxhE&t=937s. It's by Alex Becker, a damn good marketer who's advice I trust. I advise you ignore what he says about the thumbnails because those are not going to work for your vids. Besides, they'll make your videos look low quality. Instead, take a look at Grian and Jeracraft's video thumbnails. They're both doing extremely well, notably Jeracraft.
Another thing: don't bother making a YT channel if you're just going to copy what everyone else is doing. If you're doing it purely for views or because you want o enjoy being in the limelight, stop right now. It's not going to be fun or fulfilling, especially when you realise that no one is all that interested in seeing another guy do the same thing their favourite YTber is already doing. Come up with something original, have some actually valuable content and ideas to share. Make it worthwhile.
Don't get silly branding with dubstep music and pulsating logo intros and outros. That's one of the easiest ways to scare off any serious viewers, especially in 2018. It's not 2010 anymore. Let your branding be simple and focus on the content and value you're providing.
If you want to keep your subscribers entertained and make sure they don't disappear, try to maintain a schedule of some kind. Aim to post one a week on a specified day to start with, maybe. It depends how much content you're able to push out and at what pace. If you've got a ton of ideas right now, don't use them all up in a short time and end up clueless as to what to do next. To avoid something like this, try to come up with as many ideas as possible. You could try writing down a few ideas on a daily basis. Another tried-and-true way to get ideas is to ask your viewers what videos they want you to make. The bonus with that approach is you know you'll be making stuff they actually really want to see.
I could write more, but I think this is fine for now. If you have any more questions, reply to this message and I'll do what I can to help. I can advise on technical stuff like recording software, editing and publishing as well, in case you're wondering.
I know this information is good and valuable. What matters is whether or not you implement what you learn and take action. If you do that, you'll be golden. You've got this.
All the best,
Hussein Horack"
Well, I hope you find that useful. I meant it when I said you can send me any questions you might have. I really would love to help where I can!
Till next time!
Hussein :)
P.S. if you know anyone that's starting a YouTube channel or already has one and needs help, do send them this or tell them to send me their questions! I honestly think it would be helping. I'm not making any money from this!
If you want to message me, head over to the CONTACT page :)
Till next time!
Hussein :)
P.S. if you know anyone that's starting a YouTube channel or already has one and needs help, do send them this or tell them to send me their questions! I honestly think it would be helping. I'm not making any money from this!
If you want to message me, head over to the CONTACT page :)