15 Tips to Grow on YouTube as a Small YouTuber (From 0 to 100K Subscribers)

[@sauneor1807]

Earlier I used to get discouraged not seeing views and subscribers. Now I have understood that you should enjoy what you are doing regardless of the numbers and simply have fun.

[@RobertoBlake]

Facts

[@ADayintheLifeofRia]

😍👌

[@financialfreedom2022]

That is the new way I will look at it going forward.

[@DrTiwade]

correct

[@alexetchesgolf]

I’d agree as a hobby. Different when it’s your livelihood

[@Classicpebeat]

1.faster editing 2.strong hooks 3.strong first seconds 4.find a niche for audience 5.post more a day to know what you need to post 6.confidence !

[@YourGreatnessAwaits]

Thanks for the tips. I understand that not seeing results in the beginning can be discouraging, but keep going. You can’t cheat the grind. Be patient and never give up.

[@RobertoBlake]

👊🏾

[@ADayintheLifeofRia]

🙂❤️

[@DrTiwade]

correct

[@jg_quan]

It probably takes me a good 10 videos from a creator before I see one where I am “WOWED” with value. Keep crushing it Roberto 💪🏾

[@RobertoBlake]

Thanks!

[@InfiniteASMR662]

We got this everyone! Keep working on your passion! You will see results! 😁

[@Stevonjbiz]

Thanks for the encouragement and reminder 🙏🏽💯

[@peluchepeluche]

😎

[@ADayintheLifeofRia]

Thanks for being positive! 🤗 Hope so!

[@thelastdragan]

yessir ^_^

[@MapapChannel]

thank you sis, the knowledge is very useful for beginners like me, so I'm more enthusiastic

[@THPPNetwork]

Performance & Personality is a definite must nowadays. The editing is the flair and can be time intensive especially for small KZbinrs. We focused on the messaging of the content to the issues/topics people care about. On thumbnails, sometimes, it will take 2 hours+ with Photoshop, but well worth it with increase traction.

[@arigutman]

I am on the journey to get to 100K, currently sitting around 32K... thank you for the tips!

[@WDSCRNRAD]

Really good points here! Especially the point about ‘working class’ content creators at the start of there journey. Man, it’s really hard work. I’m pushing mine soooo hard at the moment, giving it everything. I’ve only got 36 subs, and things are slow. But I am optimistic. Fingers crossed

[@frahelis_betzaida8466]

its the editing that's holding me back !! I gotta focus on doing better ! wish ya all best of luck!

[@RobertoBlake]

What specifically in the editing?

[@frahelis_betzaida8466]

@@RobertoBlake my videos is just me taking spreading knowledge , but I don’t know how to make it more appealing to my viewers

[@NightWrencher]

You were one of the last content creator coaches that I followed and you're one of the last content coaches that I STILL follow. I'm happy that you still touch back on the basics without getting repetitive and still offer new insights. 👍

[@RobertoBlake]

I think that writing the book helped me organize all these thoughts and I’m rethinking the foundations of becoming a content creator. I’ve spent a decade documenting what I’ve been doing at it’s out there. Repetition is the foundation art, fitness, martial arts and trade skills. So are mastering basic things and doing them fluidly and subconsciously. I think that can be layered with depth and easier to understand frameworks. That’s my ultimate goal. To make this as clear and easy to approach as it can be.

[@NightWrencher]

@@RobertoBlake well its working!

[@Ermz]

*takes notes*

[@vascotoys]

Roberto, I received your book as a Christmas gift and have since dedicated myself to consistenly posting content. I havent missed a week in 2023 and have seen very consistent growth from it. Thank you for all the great content and for an incredible book. Appreciate you!

[@RobertoBlake]

Your channel views and growth reflect that hard work and you actually have done really well for about 100 videos! Keep up the good work!!! 👊🏾👊🏾

[@AaronDoster]

I watched one of your videos and immediately subscribed and binged watch your content but for gaming channels it’s usually 2 to 3 videos before I subscribe

[@RobertoBlake]

Interesting, what made you subscribe to me and what could the gaming channels do to make you subscribe faster?

[@AaronDoster]

@@RobertoBlake Your personality and all the information that you gave. Most channels that KZbin recommended me before you would repeat themselves in every single video. You keep everything upbeat and interesting. And for gaming channels I like to see more than one video before I subscribe because sometimes they have really funny videos and the other videos they act completely different

[@marianhreads]

"Don't be discouraged you don't have results for work you haven't done yet" 👏

[@RobertoBlake]

That one was what I hoped really lands with people

[@AaronDoster]

Thank you for all the advice and suggestions. I hope everyone has a great day and good luck on your channels😁

[@FitWithMinna]

Thank you Roberto! I am from Finland, but I make my content in English. I love your videos and tips! I have been growing slow and steady, I started in September this year. 💯

[@RobertoBlake]

What has helped the most?

[@FitWithMinna]

@@RobertoBlake I would say that making a plan before hand and sticking to it. I filmed and scheduled the first 26 videos before launching my channel, it helped me stay consistent and keep going even if I don’t see “immediate success”. Also making shorts has helped me to reach new audience. In your videos, your encouragement has helped me the most!💯

[@BartekDziedzictv]

Hello Roberto, thank you for great video!!! Could you tell Can I upload normal video and shorts in the same time? or does youtube promote only one video from the channel? or does it change after splitting Video Tab and Shorts tab? And Second Question How many shorts during day, and during week is best to publish? (as many as I can, or one per day? or I heard from big youtuber that he push 3 times a day like post on instagram)

[@You-TUBA]

My KZbin is 15 years old and I'm just starting to gain a little traction. Keep Grinding!

[@RobertoBlake]

👊🏾👊🏾

[@eliesesoapsuds9264]

Wow! I listen to so many KZbin people. Roberto, you are straight to the point. I think you are willing to help the little people. Thank you so much.

[@samsmusichub]

Thanks.

[@do-it-yourself-skills]

Just got your book in the mail, and I am looking forward to reading it!

[@RobertoBlake]

Can’t wait to know what you think! Please leave a review when you’ve read it!

[@AndyPlayedGuitar]

Thank you for acknowledging working class creators. I'm not looking at my "competitors" (people I'd totally get on with as let's face it, we share a niche) so much as they have lights, fancy gear and mics etc. I'm doing it on a budget and upgrading and improving every time I film and edit something. Quite frankly I'm really enjoying it and I'm enjoying those dopamine hits when I get feedback from viewers either actively or passively!

[@AthreepluscFamily]

I’m been watching you for years. Thanks for your tips

[@RobertoBlake]

What helped the most?

[@AthreepluscFamily]

@@RobertoBlake i’ve learned so much from you but you teaching about thumbnails and tags and I definitely love the tube buddy resource

[@katiukulele]

"How you behave and perform on camera is going to mean much more to a viewer than how the video is edited." This is the most slap in the face for me right now. And I love it. Thank you!

[@katiukulele]

Random comment about something I noticed that kept me just as much as what you're saying: The music used on this video really hooked me in with the exact right energy. I don't know how to describe it. I hear what you're saying but the music just....energized exactly how I, personally, respond... Hope that's in some way helpful or not at all jibberish

[@HappieronaHorse]

Possibly your best video I’ve seen - quality content delivered succinctly. Thanks Roberto!!

[@RachelSmets]

The idea of thinking in terms of playlists when making videos is so important! I have play It’s but not yet thinking of my content creation on terms of playlists…. Thanks!

[@RobertoBlake]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@DjemoGraphic]

I like your voice. Its calm, easy to follow and you really explain your tips well. Now at 78k subs. Been following you since early 2021😊✌🏽

[@ChrissyPips]

Thank you so much. Awesome advice! would you mind doing a vid on how you feel captions should be set up!?!

[@AnthonyMiyazaki]

Solid advice even for those who already have subscribers. (I have 30,000 and still found great info here.)

[@agelessartz8920]

Hey, I follow you!

[@AnthonyMiyazaki]

@@agelessartz8920 Glad to hear that. Be sure to follow Roberto if you're not already doing so!

[@RobertoBlake]

Thanks Anthony, what in this video was the most helpful?

[@AnthonyMiyazaki]

@@RobertoBlake First, I'll repeat that these tips will be extremely helpful for beginners. For me, I found the following discussions most helpful: (a)photography and storytelling for thumbnails (mine are terrible!), (b) series and playlists for video planning (c) your discussion of personality made me thing about connecting better with my viewers (I kept way too much distance from my audience in my earlier videos). As always, thanks for sharing excellent content that derives from your experiences Roberto!

[@bonsaihunters]

Thanks again, happy holidays

[@Ogewin]

Mature and realistic tips, thank youuu☺️

[@kbkellzworld1405]

Consistency is the best way to grow, and its thats the hardest part for me 😔

[@KhalilGerard]

This was a very solid presentation. Congrats on the Storyblocks sponsorship! Studying vets like you and others are contributing to my confidence in where my channel will be one day! Cheers! 🥂

[@Welovehorrormovies]

I just found your video and I subscribed right away because I saw that your content is what looking for as a new small time KZbinr. But, typically I watch 2 or 3 videos first 😊

[@RobertoBlake]

That makes sense! Appreciate you!

[@TheCupaKawfeeBreak]

Thank you for another great video, Roberto. Your content renews my energies with value that I apply to try and get better. Consistency is the number one skill I am trying to improve upon but these tips amongst others are always helpful to identify the next area of weakness to improve upon. Thanks again.

[@RobertoBlake]

Thanks for that and for taking the time 🙏🏾

[@darrentaylordigital]

This applies to existing KZbinrs! Great as always Roberto!

[@RobertoBlake]

I should make a version for existing KZbinrs actually

[@darrentaylordigital]

@@RobertoBlake Would love that!

[@Megaman14]

These are some great tips I am working more planing my videos around series and playlist and going to do what you said in this video and spend 90 days learning and practicing getting better as a content creator with titles, thumbnail, editing, etc

[@RobertoBlake]

Solid plan!

[@TheCreativeDad]

@@RobertoBlake Hey Roberto! My question is about tip #3. I am a full-time stay-at-home dad with an autistic son and a freelance UI/designer. I utilize my design skills to create digital resources, such as emotion flashcards, sensory activity exercises, visual schedules, and other materials, to enhance my son's social abilities and address his negative habits. My question is, should I concentrate my first 50-100 videos on this topic, before moving on, if my aim is to establish a foundation in the "At-Home Professional, Autism Parent" niche, then after, Start to build my presence in the design community? i Apologize for the lengthy message🤦🏾‍♂ Thank you in Advance Eddie

[@beachblythe]

I rarely subscribe without watching 8-10 videos by someone. Your channel was an exception and I subscribed after the first video!!

[@RobertoBlake]

What war the first video you saw from me?

[@beachblythe]

@@RobertoBlake I think it was “how to create content consistently”

[@Bysisa]

Thanks for the tips Roberto. I'm going to put them into practice 😃

[@RobertoBlake]

What tip connected with you the most?

[@Bysisa]

Niching down and writing strong relevant hooks!

[@erickcruzm.24]

Thank you Roberto. Pretty valuable content sir. I Follow many of your tips and they've worked great.

[@RobertoBlake]

What has helped the most?

[@erickcruzm.24]

@@RobertoBlake the audience first and create unselfish content has resonated with me a lot. Stay consistent really hit home as I struggle with that for a while.

[@GenialesTuning]

Once again great content with tips that get under your skin. Thanks a lot for this. Will or is your book also available in German? Honestly, like so many others, I would like to exceed the 100,000 subscription limit in my LEGO niche this year.

[@noisemedianetwork3801]

Hey Roberto. I started reading the book last night. It's a great read. I made it to chapter 2 before I was mentally sidetracked. I will read chapter 3 tonight. I love hearing about your story and how you got started. After reading the first two chapters, I've decided to put my focus on my Good Morning Gwinnett channel add more video content. Right now my podcast is automatically being added, but I only have few videos on there. I'm looking forward to learning all I need know to grow my channel. I'll be back tomorrow with my next update. Thanks Audrey

[@ÁzsiábaSzakadtam]

Roberto, can you please make a video of how you made this green screen background replacement? Detailed if possible 😊

[@RobertoBlake]

I made a tutorial on it already that for some reason nobody watched

[@Violinna]

Wow loving the background and lighting of this video!!

[@RobertoBlake]

Thanks, that’s been an improvement that I’ve worked a lot on

[@jacquelinerogers2997]

Yes, I plan on watching this at least two more times. Off the bat, I noticed how the music added to the content but didn't overpower it. It's that layering of making content relevant, rich, and memorable that I want to do.

[@vvjavviervv]

Sometimes I subscribe on the first video because it has all I was looking for… but then I check their other videos and notice that the content is about everything and I unsubscribe from it. You are right it should be only one niche. Now I check their content before I subscribe.

[@stephenurking]

Wish I saw this last year Thanks for the tips 3 videos

[@Karawitha.K]

I’m to focus on perfectionism and that will stop me from reaching my GOAL. But I’m consistent.These tips are what I need!

[@RobertoBlake]

Glad to hear you’re making the pivot

[@tyswintonaustinrealtor597]

10:22 am Thursday March 16. Thanks for the honesty.

[@RobertoBlake]

👊🏾👊🏾

[@johnclay7644]

very informative 18mins. good set of tips.

[@RobertoBlake]

Thanks!

[@natechenry]

I can say that Long form over shorts. Build long form content. Thats a far better priority than shorts. I checked the search terms for the shorts i posted that got decent views and they had absolute nothing to do with a kid stealing a football from a field. It was random search terms that it went into. So youtube throws random shorts anywhere. Absolutely not making shorts a priority. They are useless unless they change all that. Thats why people are seeing random shorts from topics or randomness they aren’t into. Focus on long form content here, do short content on tik tok!

[@RobertoBlake]

Shorts are simultaneously overrated and underrated and are more about KZbin wanting to beat TikTok and recruit younger creators than truly making the best content possible

[@natechenry]

@@RobertoBlake exactly!

[@crazycornishcrafter]

Love how you keep it all real. TFS xx

[@cupofteawithpoetry]

This is soooo helpful, thank you! Your advice is fantastic. New sub here!

[@ScrappersDetailing]

Such great, clear advice. Just the message I needed to hear. The grind is real!

[@RobertoBlake]

Thanks

[@DoctorSoyemi]

Insightful! Thank you so much for this

[@josie3155]

Sometimes 1 video will do. I just seen 1 of yours & subscribed right away. I don’t remember which one it was but it caught my attention.

[@RobertoBlake]

Thanks! Sometimes that’s really all it takes

[@josie3155]

@@RobertoBlake I have a question for you. I’m going to start a new KZbin channel. It’s more of a vlogging channel but I’m camera shy. What would you recommend? Ty in advance ❤️

[@SherifaNakalema]

Great tips. Thanks 🙏

[@RobertoBlake]

What resonates the most?

[@stayhappylittlemermaid]

We become what we think about

[@RobertoBlake]

Indeed

[@jahanban]

You have some of the best advice on youtube. I can vouch for this as I started uploading regularly couple of months back. One of my videos got more than a thousand views pretty quickly and others around 400 plus, this got me monetized within 2 months, incredible right! but the more niche videos on my channel like the current series I am doing on life in Toronto, Canada - named "Toronto Walks" is doing really well for me in terms of RPM while videos with 3 or 4 times more views have lower RPM. So although I am in a very early phase with my channel but its critical to start developing a niche. But with the Canadian winters it might be difficult for me to stick to these walking around town videos haha

[@kidsclubspielzeugwelt]

Thanks for the good tips! I'll try them and hopefully gain some success.

[@RobertoBlake]

👊🏾👊🏾

[@karlgoesfishing.sightseeing]

It's only you Sir Roberto Blake who made me decide to finally "NICHE DOWN"...thank you so much for sharing your amazing talent. God Bless You Always...hoping for more tutorials from you😍

[@RobertoBlake]

Has it been helping?

[@karlgoesfishing.sightseeing]

@@RobertoBlake yeah, very much; made me realize that of all tutorials here in YT it is only you who made the best explaination. Thank you so much; keeps me motivated everytime😍

[@azmomconnection]

I like this setting you're in

[@RobertoBlake]

It’s a green screen set

[@nictegki]

Thank you so much Roberto!

[@DingleDingleCasil196]

Thank you, good advices.

[@fjmediapro]

Love you content man keep it upp 😍⭐

[@NobuMusekiwa]

Don't quit too soon! 🤎💎🤎 Thanks, Roberto!

[@meebebe_]

i'm never giving up because i know its meant for me. thank you for the great tips!

[@karolgarley]

Always giving fantastic content!!! 🙌🏼 Thank You!!! 🤗

[@thestandoutpodcast]

He never deceived, and this one is 🔥🔥🔥 Let's crush it together ☺️

[@ScaryToRemarry]

Roberto is THAT DUDE!

[@RobertoBlake]

I am him

[@triingtimes5267]

Hi Roberto, Fantastic Video! Very helpful and inspirational. You continue to Create Something Awesome, it's not just a slogan. 😃

[@RobertoBlake]

This comment makes me happy 😃

[@TheBeautyShanika]

Hi. I love your videos and your tips have helped me improve my content. I have a question. What did you use in order to mask your background with different things. Such as the room in the back or the other content that was in the back of you?

[@SamuelICanWin]

Hi, it looks as though Roberto recorded the whole video using a green screen and use the chroma key feature from the editing software to remove the green screen and place in any of the backgrounds that he placed in. I hope that helps.

[@TheBeautyShanika]

@@SamuelICanWin Thanks

[@Merritt2323]

Thanks for this! Helps as I am trying to grow my channel now

[@deepfriedsloth8719]

Hi, i have a question. How high is the CPM/RPM for this channel? Would really love to know!

[@staceystunning]

I really enjoyed your videos and tips, thank you

[@RobertoBlake]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Regina.Michelle]

This was the best advice ever. I can tell you want to see people win 🏆

[@RobertoBlake]

I really do

[@JCMagic]

If it is magic related it is 1-3. However I have been trying to get better at other creators because sometimes it can be 10-100 but I am changing that trend and trying to engage every single time if the video caught my attention. I like it and comment and then if I find it to be something that is intriguing then I subscribe and then binge watch 10+ videos.

[@RobertoBlake]

That makes sense! It seems you’re much more likely to subscribe based on topic specifically!

[@JCMagic]

@@RobertoBlake Also my engagement strategy is like the golden rule, do unto others... when I watch somebody's video even if I am just listening I watch it all the way through and usually comment something about the content. I make the attempt to make my view as worth while to the creator as possible. I take what I know ( and what I have learned... cough cough from Roberto mostly...) and I apply that as a viewer to help that channel. I mean I live on KZbin anywhere and spend most of my free time absorbing KZbin content even when I am not actively creating so why not take the time to be effective for other creators.

[@AndrewAviles]

Great advice as usual, much appreciated!

[@Court-And-Crime-With-Tia]

I have question and not sure if you have a video on this topic. Infact I cant find any video on this subject even from other education channels. When a channel sets a video to members only, does KZbin still recommend that video to other viewers?

[@jigsawpuzzlesandjams5883]

Thanks for sharing, Guru. I am encouraged.

[@menpsyche]

Thanks, Roberto! This is actually useful info

[@JessentialLife]

Wow having one audience in mind for 50-100 uploads. That hit me.

[@RobertoBlake]

Think of it like the trunk of a tree. It goes wide and tall on one direction before branching off and when it does… it’s only in a few think branches at first…

[@SamuelICanWin]

Great question @Roberto, I think I am an average of 8 to 10 videos before I subscribe. However, I noticed after some time that I was just resistant to subscribe prior possibly due to a mindset, which has changed since I started studying KZbin and realised that what we sow we also reap! Great video again.

[@financialfreedom2022]

Thanks for tips!! Very much needed. Best to all my new creators we can do this. I am not clear how will shorts be monetized with Adsense if less than 40 seconds?

[@MapapChannel]

thank you sis, the knowledge is very useful for beginners like me, so I'm more enthusiastic

[@SashaVibez]

Thank you again for your help

[@RobertoBlake]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@aubrieghhudson]

Thank you!

[@chousey1]

Enjoying what I am doing. I am learning that being a great content creator that you have to be consistent with uploading. playlist definitely help out a lot

[@ahsanhabib_digital_marketer]

Inbox

[@FriarTuck81]

I see the same problem within the sales industry. There are those who think that if they use elegant words that it will help them, people buy you not what you say.

[@thepearlswirl]

Tysm❤ I needed this

[@BRUSEMISSIONTRAVEL]

@Roberto you are the GOAT! 🔥🔥🔥🖤

[@lvngitcouture]

Beautiful book cover 😁

[@RobertoBlake]

Thank you!

[@RodrigoLobosChile]

"Human capital" is definitively something that you can quickly convert into a video, right? Some suggestions for this video. * Create chapters to jump to a tip. * When announcing a tip, present a title (keyword) on the screen as you speak about it, with its number associated to the list of tips. * Add a minute to the end of the video to repeat and list all tips, summarize the video and finish with a call to action to subscribe.

[@zachbitango]

More Solid facts, I watched about 3-4 of your videos before subbing btw. Really great work man. Thanks!

[@goingtheextramile0]

I’m a small KZbinr and I recently lost a 100 watch time hours from my analytics and in a fb yt group I’ve been seeing a lot of post that after our watch time has been updated it goes to less than previously listed. Do you know why this is happening?

[@marylmartin671]

I want to know how many years and videos take to be popular thanks for including that Roberto

[@RobertoBlake]

👊🏾👊🏾

[@aalegalfocus]

This is so inspiring. Thank you!

[@RobertoBlake]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@tashmina441]

Amazon links. How do I go about this?

[@RobertoBlake]

Join the Amazon Influencer program

[@praisethatprays6305]

I am currently running a channel that focuses on original music with compositions and lyrics- singing and playing a keyboard. I have currently 45 subscribers and 47 videos. I do not have any "gimmicks" to entertain people. So far, I only have 762 total views. I am not knowledgeable regarding electronic "accessories" such as thumbnails. Do you have any tips for this type of channel to help me be more successful?

[@RobertoBlake]

It’s extremely hard with original music without doing something that makes it obvious to the viewer what they get out of it. I have an original music channel @zenbuster you can use as an example. It only has 1800 subscribers but if you can get that you can at least monetize

[@farmingwithsteve]

I watched 3 of your videos before I subbed, if that's any indication of viewers thought process.

[@RobertoBlake]

Extremely helpful data!!!

[@KiaTheDMVBison]

I watch 3-5 videos before I subscribe.