Expert Reveals Why Small Channels Don’t Grow

[@LeahandBlair]

Being a successful youtuber is like being a successful DJ, if you put on a record that nobody likes everybody on the dance floor is gonna leave, if you put up a video that nobody likes, everybody is going to leave. The algorithm watches this during the first couple of minutes, it then stops promoting your video if people are leaving. Get a friend to critique your video before posting. Ask people for feedback.

[@bizwithalex]

So true 😂

[@Cosmic_Reverie]

this was so nice way to put it! feedback is important.

[@WisdomUgbo-fg4vo]

But I am not even getting impressions yet

[@prO_Orange]

The biggest mistake is giving up

[@LeaderOfArmourStands]

You will make it one day

[@AudioStoryWick]

Ya, well said, many even give up after a year or more. Sad.

[@CappeWest]

true!

[@superradmaker]

Wisdom!

[@OdysseyToParadise]

True 😅😅 I think I've done that way too many times too😢😢

[@QuizChannel-g5j]

Small channels lets join our forces. Unity is power

[@KemariFranklin]

I am a super small channel I started this week and I feel doubt that my channel will get no where and basically just wanting an audience I can interact with see comments but do I want money from it no I just want to feel that I'm doing something good

[@OdysseyToParadise]

The worst part for small channels like mine is having to wake up every morning realising there's no difference in sub count or views😢 thanks for the advice!

[@OdysseyToParadise]

@@Bizz_sparkler fr😭😭

[@Cosmic_Reverie]

feel you, just try to enjoy the ride and it will eventually come. Good luck☺

[@OdysseyToParadise]

@@Cosmic_Reverie you too! I'll sub you for gd luck!!

[@edengardeningtowers4923]

Keep pressing. I went the shorts route

[@AWordofHope]

@@OdysseyToParadise I grew subs from 68 to 1K by posting shorts consistently since December 23

[@Pacazi]

Ngl being a small channel and slowing growing just feels so good

[@OdysseyToParadise]

It feels like a hard earned reward 😂😅

[@GumGumTV-KidsCartoons]

It does!

[@Pacazi]

@@GumGumTV-KidsCartoons We got this!

[@PokidotGamerX]

I agree

[@BodyBoostRevolution]

100% I'm under 50 subs, been on here only for a few weeks but I love seeing the growth, even though it's slow

[@AllShots827]

Just hit 13k, everyone keep grinding!

[@LeaderOfArmourStands]

Good job

[@CappeWest]

good job man!

[@superradmaker]

Congratulations! Cant wait to see if i can get there myself!

[@OdysseyToParadise]

@@AllShots827 excellent! Hope I can reach there one day too!

[@vidIQ]

Awesome!!! Congrats!

[@RenNotRen]

I'd also like to blame KZbin on one of the reasons I may leave a video early. Sometimes I'll catch myself watching a video, it's pretty interesting but not totally into it and then a commercial comes in and breaks the whole mood. Sometimes, I'll just leave the video and start watching something else when if that commercial didn't come in, I may have watched the entire thing. YT broke my concentration and investment into what I was watching.

[@Dr.Groove-AI]

Adblock my friend.

[@wittymystic7361]

sAME

[@Dr.Groove-AI]

@BGMIShorts942 I use it.

[@Flexible_Chaos]

It's (as far as I know) the creator that decides when an add plays, so the person you were watching decided to break your immersion (there are like settings for adds in youtube studio)

[@RenNotRen]

@@Flexible_Chaos Not always, KZbin can also decide where to put a commercial break as well. It's not always up to the creator. The creator can choose if they want to place an ad or not but KZbin can still put one in.

[@HodemoiiASMR]

I don't want to go viral, I just want my videos to be appereciated 😢

[@OdysseyToParadise]

So true😢😢

[@GumGumTV-KidsCartoons]

Dude same here. I’ve been working my ass to create original animated content… is going really slow and it takes so long to create 1 video from scratch.

[@Londonpedia]

I have no viral long video I do not have viral shorts WHAT IS VIRAL ?

[@HodemoiiASMR]

@@GumGumTV-KidsCartoons I feel your pain 😭

[@EugeneLee_MathStat]

Same here. No need to go viral. Just make videos at leisure and enjoy the process.

[@Trapiy]

Let's gooo small channel together we rise ✊

[@derFankhauser]

I got 7 subscribers this week and that's only because I follow your tips. Thank you so much for your work!

[@iammark123]

Congrats! Keep going ❤

[@Odin-s1f]

You have to follow even harder 😊

[@derFankhauser]

@@iammark123thx Bro. I appreciate it.

[@derFankhauser]

@@Odin-s1f😂 I’ll do it harder than you think.

[@Villagelifecookingafrica]

Let’s keep moving and please let’s not give up❤❤

[@purehollow]

I reached 1890 subs recently and the channel is steadily growing, personally I don't care about gaining subs I just wanna make unique videos that get viewers attention, if it's not 100% unique it should be different enough to not get ignored but most importantly it should be good enough that I wanna watch it multiple times if it's not fun to me it probably won't be for the audience So my advice is find a niche you love and try to make a unique video idea no has made or don't have many videos and try to give it a thumbnail that you would want to click

[@RyanSnefsky]

Good advice!

[@exploregoldfish]

We are as short creator's we are giving our 100 percent to youtube for making shorts for KZbin and what they are doing with them decreasing the RPM of shorts youtube policies should be reformed as early as possible

[@superradmaker]

On the road to 700 subs! Have fun and keep creating!!

[@vidIQ]

You got this! Keep growing!

[@superradmaker]

@@vidIQ THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@IMRROcom]

You might consider adding a litter box in the back corner of your white wall.

[@Levii-FN]

Thank you for 150 subscribers! Let’s get 200 everyone!! And good luck to everyone

[@vidIQ]

You got this!

[@Londonpedia]

Congratulations for 150 subs Keep posting you will succeed

[@Sunnyshygirldiaries]

Lucky!🎉

[@IndianLawtuber]

Thank you VidIQ. reaching 25K Subscribers soon. The thing I love about this channel is that you people are also learning with us. Please make some kind of arrangement where we all can share or learning with each other, because we all belong to different niches and can make sense out of lot of the things which can not be understood without large amount of data. Any suggestion folks?

[@ChattieCathie]

3:35 tip is GOLD! Thanks Todd 👍 Ty VidIQ 😃

[@ChulbuliMusichits]

Good 👍

[@Cls9210]

I just hit 106:)

[@LeaderOfArmourStands]

Good job. Keep posting

[@Shahwezz]

Bloody brilliant mate , cheers!!!

[@CappeWest]

good job!

[@OdysseyToParadise]

That's great!

[@superradmaker]

Awesome! I was so excited when i hit 100 and now trying to hit 700! best of luck and keep creating!

[@LetsDuel_Youtube]

Pretty helpful infomation. All small Channel should not give up, you will archived successful soon enough.

[@assertive_mum]

@@happycorn3r done too

[@ChulbuliMusichits]

Good 💯👍

[@Resonance195]

So I'm a small youtuber who creates instrumental music all the time, but because I don't speak in my videos or show my face in them, (it's just album work and the instrumental), how can I grow to get my music to more people? assuming that all I have is youtube and not something like spotify or facebook

[@LooksDownFromHeaven]

Thanks for the info, appreciate it. 💖💖🌹🌹

[@sesurockzz]

AUDIENCE ✅ ALGORITHM ❌ ROGER THAT❗

[@superradmaker]

And have fun too!

[@sesurockzz]

🤜🤛​@@Bizz_sparkler

[@sesurockzz]

🤜🤛​@superradmaker

[@vidIQ]

Exactly!

[@sesurockzz]

🤜🤛​@@vidIQ

[@wearevog_]

Feels great to get over the 100 subs mark, just gotta keep grinding!

[@NGW_Studio]

It's legit after 100 subs for sure

[@thegreencompany2101]

I just hit 939! So close to 1k🤩

[@Luke86811]

Awesome! I just subbed. I hope you reach 1K

[@thegreencompany2101]

@@Luke86811 Thank you so much! Really appreciate it!

[@sweetlylorelei]

Nice! Keep it going!

[@thegreencompany2101]

@@sweetlylorelei Thank you! I will🙌🏼

[@Trapiy]

Subbed ❤ keep it going

[@Villagelifecookingafrica]

Let’s keep moving

[@AudioStoryWick]

So true, clickbaits destroys a channel, many creators still doing it, but somehow KZbin's algorithm will find out and stop recommending those clickbaits. I don't understand why so many channels still doing it.

[@Dr.Groove-AI]

Doesn't help when every youtuber is using their "Hey look over there" and "OMG" faces/actions in their thumbnails and the consistent red circles and arrows.

[@AudioStoryWick]

@Dr.Groove-AI Exactly. It's very annoying when they are just trying to trick you to watch their videos for views, but it is very damaging to their channel's reputation.

[@Dr.Groove-AI]

@@AudioStoryWick What is more annoying is those channels who use their faces in their thumbnails but it's always the same two or three images but just reused for each video.

[@Afrifama]

I started my KZbin journey in May 2023, and after creating many vlogs, I got monetised yesterday Sep 2024, I am definitely over the moon now! Cant wait to hit the next milestone!

[@TrioDominoBuilders123]

Just reached 600 subs!!!

[@DAAvideos]

W

[@EmmasNatureEscapes]

+1 from me Good luck!

[@TrioDominoBuilders123]

@@EmmasNatureEscapes thank you so much ==DDD

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Everyone always focuses on the title and thumbnail... But nailing that hook is just as, if not more important. I'm going to be honest; it took me far too long to realise this. I wouldn't really have any type of hook at all in my videos for a long time. I would just start by saying here's the watch that I'm reviewing 🤦‍♂It's a wonder that I got any views at all earlier on. But thankfully people got past that and then learned to trust my opinion and I managed to build that relationship with my small and loyal audience. Who then followed me, as I learnt and improved in all aspects of making videos, and properly packaging them to be more appealing to a wider audience, as well as those loyal OGs. As I always say, my channel would be nothing without them.

[@VicHD]

1:30 I don't call KZbin a marathon, It's more like a lottery in my case.

[@BigUpdatetv]

This is helpful thanks

[@englishpodcastacademy34]

Hey, to whoever’s reading this, I just want to say-don’t give up! I know things can get tough, but you’re stronger than you realize. Every step forward, even the small ones, matters. Keep pushing, you’re closer to your dreams than you think. You’ve got this, and I believe in you!

[@InvestWithFestus]

@@englishpodcastacademy34 same to you!

[@MuirlySims]

What should go on the wall behind you: A giant cat tree where your cat can hang out during your videos.

[@B.Questionnaire]

On a road to 400 subscribers. The grind continues.

[@GuidedTUBE]

Very helpful video. Small Channels. Assemble 🤝

[@centurybeta2112]

This is good advice that I haven't considered yet. This year I've learned so much and subs have been steadily growing. Aiming for 500 subs this year. For this topic, I haven't really paid a lot of attention to the first 30 seconds, but just making videos on my own outline. This is something I'm going to start working on while initially creating my next videos.

[@ChrysnScythe]

Thanks for the help! Were slowly getting there almost at 35 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@LivingwithRagdolls]

Great advice!

[@anibitesofficial]

"The Greatest lie we are told in school is that you should never judge a book by it's cover.The truth is,if that were the case,then we wouldn't have an entire industry of pwople whose job it is to design book covers" When i heard this....i was like taken aback cause this actually makes so much sense😮

[@Titoan]

Honestly its all about not giving up, being consistent and trying to improve over time

[@Stargirl_Lucy]

Goodluck and don’t give up🙌🏻😊 it will pay off soon

[@wavesandwifi]

All good information! Since I know my content is geared to towards environmentalist, divers, marine biologist and the like, I want my videos to appeal to any viewer, in any part of the world regardless. So i am being deliberate and creative with my intros. Fingers crossed 🤞

[@LittleLippster]

Keep going and stay consistent!

[@FullStackWoodworking]

Great points on the intro, I'm working on making mine a lot better instead of just launching straight into making things.

[@sk1ntownsteelers]

Slowly growing! Currently at 26! Thanks for the videos vidiq! Good luck out there!

[@18mviewsphilly-tha-poet20]

I just hit 93 subs ... 100 subs soon!

[@EmmasNatureEscapes]

+1 from me. Good luck with your channel!

[@92SHORTSPORT]

I'm trying thanks

[@ourTiktube]

My idea, if we just followed each other in the comment section and watched each others content... I believe it won't be a totally f All the best to us growing our channels

[@ZekzeedVlogz]

*SMALL* *KZbinRS* *LET'S* *GO!*

[@jykulotz8274]

@@ZekzeedVlogz ASSEMBLE!!!

[@SunflowerToshaDiys]

This is great 👍 I appreciate your time. I'm new to this vidiq and I've recently upgraded to help me learn more. 🎉

[@CliffhangerDK]

I am a simple man… I see Dan did a video, I watch the thing, I click the thumbs up button

[@Saxera_official]

Thanks! I got from 88 subs to 90 subs

[@EmmasNatureEscapes]

Plus one from me :) Good luck with your channel!

[@cayplusconnects]

Thank you for this inspiring video; watched it from beginning to end.

[@BMPRODUCTIONS-gg3ot]

If anybody wants to help small channels grow... Here's a great one to start with 😅

[@RichdotcomCreative]

Great insight. Just started KZbin channel, i want to stay for long and enjoy every part of the process. I will surely achieve greatness

[@EmmasNatureEscapes]

Plus one sub from me. Good luck with your channel!

[@HobWalking]

Thanks.

[@Factopia2406]

I didn't know that deleting a video get that much effect on channel growth i reach monetization goal but didn't get monetized due to re-used content i didn't know anything about it i was gaining 150-200 subs each day i reach my monetization goal in just 28 days in shorts i get 12 million's views in 28 days. my channel didn't monetized so i delete my 52 shorts i was getting 70-90k views in every short and now its all gone because my lack of knowledge i did that mistake so i want other to not to do that since then im stuck on 9000 subs with few hundred views of each shorts but i know i can do that again.

[@10K_LIFTS]

Hit 100 subs recently. Need to correct mistakes after channel review

[@abdullah_1971.]

I have analyzed your youtube channel, found out some problems and realized that your videos aren’t getting enough exposure. I have also watched some of your video and love it. I think videos like those should get more views. do you want to talk about it for while?

[@mommyonamission4021]

This is so helpful thank you so much!!!!

[@FNGamersUnit]

I needed this today 👍✅🎮

[@SoulfulPositivityChannel]

Great insight here! Thanks

[@Rysterio]

Is unlisting a video that is bringing the wrong audience to your channel and is the stuff you don't post anymore a good thing to do?

[@CursedCrusaderArts]

Sneaking up on 150. Keep going team😎, we'll make it happen!

[@TheMental.Fortress]

Very insightful. We got this 👊

[@OdysseyToParadise]

That's right💪💪

[@WildHare-fb7ry]

Great info. Never give up and give others what you would like to get. The golden rule!❤😂

[@ShadowRider-h6q]

I just hit 70!

[@B_Man05]

This will definitely be helpful. I have started a coaching business to the game I play a lot on my channel, which will be a stream series.

[@countrymotivation]

Algorithm = Audience 👍

[@Londonpedia]

Thank you vidlq Team for your updated information ❤Small channel creators love you

[@44IJeremyCR]

I love what you said about building up to a marathon , that's such good advice

[@ALWAYSWITHAI]

Small channel here

[@anonimotion]

Currently at 4.34K subs. I’ll leave this comment here so when someone like/ comment on it I’ll remember I didn’t give up! 🎉

[@DAAvideos]

@@anonimotion don't give up, I am at 939, I hope to reach 1000

[@abundantlifehomestead3100]

Sometimes I think my biggest mistake is that I'm boring the viewers. I know what I'm doing, what I'm talking about or showing, but I really struggle to present it in a way that adds entertainment value. Consistently, only about 20% of viewers stay till the end.

[@healthhustlehub101]

Loved this video thanks for sharing

[@jackwaty]

Almost at 200!! Hopefully get there soon 🤞

[@DAAvideos]

Nice, hopefully I get 1000 soon as well

[@jackwaty]

@@DAAvideos good luck 🤞

[@indiesorcerer]

Marathon training is also not always linear.. you are affected by sleep, diet, social circles affecting your schedule / training plans.. you will have easy runs and super difficult runs. But you learn from each run and you do it in a way that works for you and eventually you will be able to run the marathon. But even then, the marathon (success) will look different for every individual. Keep grinding, have fun and learn in the process. Good luck everyone!

[@FreyaFleurNoire]

Incredibly helpful information, thank you! I'm going to keep this in mind for my future projects... I really want to nail these points so I can provide more value to my audience, not algorithm, an excellent point made from this video btw. 😇

[@Flexible_Chaos]

This is gonna help me a lot, I don't have a lot of views/subscribers so maybe my thumbnails aren't that fire or something, but I think I have a good enough hook in the video. If anyone wants to, could you give me some feedback on what to do better? Is it my niche?

[@zenithquestor]

Never give up, just keep going

[@arkanimals786]

Thank you❤ vidiQ

[@SeanzViewEnt]

Rumors of youtube dying have been greatly exaggerated

[@realcatpfp]

90% of youtubers quit right before they hit big

[@heavenbound7]

"Stick to the fight when you're hardest hit, it's when things seem worse that you must not quit!"

[@HollyTobyRussellPups]

Thanks for the video I started my channel 1 week ago I'm upto 18 subscribers I know it's not alot but feels like an achievement.get started is my advice

[@EmmasNatureEscapes]

+1 from me. good luck with your channel!

[@shinobiskaze]

The Best Feeling In Life Is That When You Wake Up In The Morning And You See Someone Subbed You ❤.......

[@jeanettemasontv1416]

Hey VIDIQ 😃👋

[@CappeWest]

Hi, i have been making youtube short videos for about a month and a half, i spend most of my time editing as i post 2 videos a day, but for the past month none of my videos have gone viral or gained any new subscribers, can you give me any tips or how to get my videos viral again because it's really hard to stay consistent when you don't see any new views/ subscribers ? love your videos btw i have been following you/ the channel for a long time!

[@TriviaTidbitsMaster]

Honestly, it’s tough not to give up but it’s the best thing that can be done

[@rangerinthewoods]

Good information, but what I want to know from youtube is why shorts are sent to a random audience instead of a niche.

[@anonimotion]

My views are stuck at 400-500, almost all videos. I’m still a small channel, but when this “glitch” will disappear ?

[@LivingthatFloridaLifeTV]

I had a few videos that were completely dead for months, but are now getting views and earning ad revenue. So just keep pushing and don't give up. Just get better! Wishing everyone the best!

[@YoutheducationNew]

10k🎉🎉❤

[@Treborray]

I really just enjoy the growth whether slow or fast. I love the boost in confidence I get from finishing a project. Brands have already started sending me products which is still hard to believe for me.

[@Sarcastically60something]

Subscribed as per @millionairepaul newbie here. Let’s see how these algorithm tips and tricks work.

[@Official_roberttt]

I just hit 748 👍🏾

[@CappeWest]

good job

[@superradmaker]

Im right behind you bro lets grow!

[@CappeWest]

@@Bizz_sparkler wow man! Just saw some of your videos! ( love them) I am an 7 figure entreprenuar my self! I will dropp you a subscribe!

[@Official_roberttt]

@@superradmaker BET

[@Calibrate1]

Thanks this video really helped, I’ve not gained subs for a while but I’m hoping to get back on the KZbin grind soon!

[@LeaderOfArmourStands]

Dont worry. Maybe you will make it one day

[@vidIQ]

We are happy to help 😊 Check out our video on how to get your first 100 subs! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJzcpJ-JiKmqfs0

[@Calibrate1]

@@vidIQ tysm

[@Homedecor10-t]

Thats a very important message ,all you said is noted thank you so much for the good tips🎉🎉🎉

[@RidwanOmar]

Never give up i was also struggling a lot until i followed him thank you ❤ his advice helped me a lot

[@azuresablegaming]

Been trying my best to keep up the motivation for this. Idk what I'm doing wrong with my editing/ tags/ thumbnails no matter how much research I do. Plus youtube hasn't been showing my thumbnails in the search results. Honestly just want to make vids that people can enjoy and be happy.

[@AseelKhanBalochOfficial]

Not giving Up this Time... Trying to Keep my Morale UP...! Thanks @VidIQ