How to Build a Successful YouTube Channel: A Guide to Monetization, Subscribers, Engagement, Likes, and Comments
Introduction:
So you want to start and succeed with a Youtube Channel. And even though you are here reading this blog post, video is the future of media. If you didn’t know that, you wouldn’t have googled up this post.
Everybody starts with bad videos. It’s great that the biggest YouTubers have kept their oldest videos up so that we can witness their progression from nobodies to influencers.
There are a ton of skills to learn along the way:
- Shooting video
- Editing video
- Planning/storytelling/scriptwriting
- Thumbnail creation
- Video title creation
- Engagement
Section 0: Get started
- Get started! Don’t plan everything out before going.
- Don’t wait for everything to be perfect before you begin.
- If you don’t have any gear, at least start out with your phone.
- Learn to do simple edits so that you can upload your video.
Section 1: Creating Compelling Content
- We all start from having 0 subscribers and 0 views.
- Your first videos will be trash. Focus on making your first 100 videos and getting 1% better with each video. Mr. Beast
- Tricks may get you short-term views, but high-quality, valuable content is what guarantees long-term success
- Make sure you have a well-defined niche and plan outa content strategy.
- The first 30 seconds are the most important thing in your long-form videos
- It’s important to have consistency and a regular upload schedule.
- It’s essential to stick with your niche.
- Captivating Thumbnails are what generates clicks
- Clickbait titles draw people in, no matter how we dislike the thought.
- Many Creators have a set of Daily Routines that they follow to make sure every day is great.
- As you grow, invest in better Microphones and Camera
Section 2: Growing Subscribers
- Subscribers don’t necessarily see all your videos as they are published. But subscriber’s profiles and preferences give youtube a fingerprint for YouTube to promote your videos.
- People are a little tired of creators asking them to like and subscribe. Put out great content and they will usually reward you with a subscribe.
- Use cross-promotion
- Collaborations
- Leverage social media
- Creating Youtube Shorts is a good way to increase your subscribers, unfortunately, Shorts watch time does not contribute to the 4000-hour watch time requirement.
Section 3: Increasing Engagement, Likes, and Comments
- YouTube loves engagement on your videos. Even bad comments are a sign that people might hate you or your video, but they are engaging and staying on your video and the platform
- Replying to and liking your comments is a sure way to keep people interested in your content
- One trick for increasing your engagement is to post on other small YouTuber channels in your niche. Authentic interaction will bring back some organic traffic to your site.
- Ask questions during your videos that viewers will want to answer in the comments
- You can do Live Q and A sessions or stream live when you start having a larger audience.
- Use end screens that push people back into your own content.
Section 4: Monetization Strategies
- Monetization can be achieved through the YouTube Partner program once you have reached 1000 subscribers and 4000 hours of watch time on your videos.
- Shorts will now receive some monetization with the 2023 update.
- Try to get sponsors for your videos.
Conclusion:
As we wrap up this journey through the world of YouTube success, it’s essential to remember that building a thriving channel requires dedication, passion, and perseverance. By creating compelling content, exploring monetization strategies, growing your subscriber base, and fostering engagement, you have the tools to carve out your own space in the vast YouTube landscape. KRememberthat success won’t come overnight, but with consistent effort and a commitment to learning and adapting, you can make significant strides toward achieving your goals. So, embrace your creativity, connect with your audience, and let your YouTube channel become a platform for sharing your unique voice with the world. Now, go out there and create something extraordinary!
