Give me 7 minutes and I'll save you 3+ years of YouTube mistakes

[@HuumiAnimation]

I tried and failed multiple times with good editing and planning. About three months ago, I started creating and posting sh*t animation shorts, and guess what? I got monetized in three months. I can't believe it.🤦🏽

[@UltraVibeYts]

@@HuumiAnimation KZbin is luck

[@vidIQ]

Authenticity:)

[@TheGAMBLERafterDark]

REMEMBER!!! We make videos for our audience! Not ourselves!! 😅

[@HuumiAnimation]

@@TheGAMBLERafterDark Exactly!😄

[@TalesByLight1]

How do I get subscribers?

[@Wooly_Teacher]

Who ever is reading this dont quit YOU WILL MAKE IT!!!

[@auratext]

Nerd

[@Yourluna08]

Thanks❤

[@WolfTwep]

No bro No I wont😢

[@WolfTwep]

​@@auratext You Drunk Or Something?

[@auratext]

@@WolfTwep you're not gonna make it

[@weirdedit]

"Dear God, bless our viewers and guide our content. Amen."

[@DFLIGHTTIPS]

Ok

[@Faith.injesus1]

Amen

[@SpecialistCinema]

Amen

[@ItsD3vil]

5:44 Wow, finally an honest person who doesn't claim to spend days and months coming up with the most creative thumbnail in the entire parallel universe. Just a normal human being who gets inspired and then adapts it to their topic!

[@arigutman]

Great video, very informative. Thumbnails were huge for me, but now working to fix a few other areas!

[@EldionDoesGames]

I’ve been making shorts for a few weeks now, and randomly one of my videos starting blowing up. Now that I’ve seen this video I’ll try to use it and hope that it starts to blow up. Also I’ve just reached 100 subscribers yesterday.

[@EminahRamphisa]

Congratulations on your 100 subs. I just reached 77 yesterday😢 It's hard but let's not lose hope

[@vidIQ]

Congratulations!!!

[@BambinoDWelds]

Congrats to you both! I'm at a solid 14! Haha, just started though.

[@EldionDoesGames]

@@BambinoDWelds well it’s surprising that all of your shorts are doing decent. 400-600 views each short is very impressive for a person that just started uploading

[@EminahRamphisa]

@@EldionDoesGames congratulations 👋

[@BrunoMCDowell]

These are all very valuable tips and I really love your videos. Regarding looking straight into the camera lense, it depends. I've seen videos with milions of views where the person in the video is clearly looking sideways... Sometimes the content is more important than whether the person is looking into the camera or not. This being said, I get what you meant.

[@BrainofQuinn]

This was THE EXACT video Ive been looking for. Ive been trying to study so many other channels intros, what worked for them, which ones did better and what not. Great video, dont stop trying everyone!

[@HeyJohnScott]

Dude I'm glad. This kind of comment makes it all entirely worth it.

[@j-cityfeels]

Yoooo wanna collab im looking for creators i can collab with

[@clashlover-r7p]

i just hit 250 subs means a lot i was expecting that by the end of year thank you ❤❤ love you guys ❤❤

[@ATSNorthernMI]

I was told by an EX never start a channel because im annoying and no one wants to watch me. This may be true but they like watching German Shepherds.

[@LuigiGamingLounge]

Power Play right there lol

[@Anomalyresearchlabs]

1.5 years and I’m almost at 1000. This job is hard but worth it. Starting lean deeper into long form content these days. If anyone feels like swapping ideas let me know.

[@vidIQ]

Awesome! You got this!

[@SnazzyVeganLife]

Best ending to a video ever! Also, so many great tips! Thank you!

[@vidIQ]

Thank you for watching!

[@roachsyrup]

The definition of Insanity: trying something over and over again expecting it to change.

[@roachsyrup]

@@ShadowTrapYT the thing that worked for me is to do a trend as fast as possible to be the one of the only ones people can watch when they want to search up said trending topic.

[@roachsyrup]

@@ShadowTrapYT I’ve seen your channel and I feel like you have to pick a niche and stick to it even if it doesn’t get any views at first

[@ReeseHosgood]

@@ShadowTrapYT It helps if you just pick something you’re actually passionate about and enjoy making videos about. For example, my channel is a Fortnite personal clips & gaming content channel since I’m passionate about both casual gaming and Fortnite.

[@SlavgaardsManga]

if you are writing a script in Word now.. you can have it read it back to you. great way to 'hear' mistakes.

[@inked_icons]

5 min or less videos… might never get the watch time for monetization but I love the shorter form content and so far it’s been a blast creating!

[@inked_icons]

@@happycorn3r done?

[@everythingelse_underthesun]

Agreed! The learning aspect has been a lot of fun. I'm sure it's doing wonders for my big brain cuz there are parts that hurt. Lol. Good luck with the channel!

[@inked_icons]

@@everythingelse_underthesun I feel that!! Good luck to you too! 🙌🏻

[@Treborray]

Forreal! I do the samething !

[@inked_icons]

@@Treborray yeah let’s get it!💪🏼

[@skillgamers_on_YouTube]

This video really Help out a lot TY. Everyone keep going👍🏻

[@LoveClassicShows60sto90s]

Probably not interesting at all: I'm not uploading for money, definitely not. However, I am trying to connect with my audience. I've been growing the channel for over a year now. I've been liking to post music videos/'opening sequences' for my favorite tv shows as a fan sort of thing(+ I like to edit), but I've been deciding to change things up a little. (Also, adding video thumbnails.) Now, I'm doing trivia and blooper/mistake stuff off of my observations. AND I'm narrowing my niche down a little, and focusing mainly on retro, classic tv. I think retention is going up. Maybe it is since I'm talking. I'm saying what the video is, instead of just expecting the viewers to get it from the title, thumbnail, and description alone. I love talking a lot, and my words are very fast. So, I'm trying to slow down for more clarity.

[@UltraVibeYts]

Just launched my channel-it's a tough journey, but I'm sticking with it. Wishing you all the best, and remember, don't give up!

[@vidIQ]

Good luck! You got this! You also might want to check these videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGLbp2eEq81gbNksi=kPFVoL5n_Vzg_Gc0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2GnlpqmrMt8mdEsi=MWgTMtB7-qqCbEPn kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4OUf3p_brZmaZYsi=-UVHVdc_nZwQyV3T

[@UltraVibeYts]

@@vidIQ Alright

[@everythingelse_underthesun]

Agreed! Me too, just started. Good luck and heres to massive brain growth along the way. Lol

[@Michellejaneofalltrades]

Don't give up! Believe in your self! We got this! ♥great video!

[@vidIQ]

Thank you for watching!!!

[@NicRob-Travel]

looks easy but is harder than expected ... takes time to learn everything !

[@antsathemathteacher]

Thanks for telling me to flip the screen! I never thought about it!

[@COIFISHGAMING]

Hey John give me 7 minutes of your editing skills haha. It's "Good enough" is a key point. We will ALWAYS find things we could of done better but we gotta move on!

[@Flexible_Chaos]

I always attempt to make my thumbnails follow those three steps, brighter colors help more often, either that or higher contrast (basically things need to stick out)

[@Peculiar247Tv]

What sure you don't give up...Keep Pushing, believe me you will get there

[@RinaValan]

All this cutting and flashing, feels like I just had too much caffeine.

[@techsuccess555-lm9kk]

Thanks For 1083 Subscribers Completed ❤🙏

[@LibertyMediaArts]

If y'all ever need some help on the music side of it all feel free to reach out and I'll do my best to give you whatever solid advice I've learned. There's a lot of people on here that will sell you a false dream. My general advice is to do everything with integrity as much as you can and when you eventually reach the top you can be proud of what you earned.

[@safamariyam4567]

I am proud pf my 100 subscribers. Let us remain for them who love us. Never ending because of the love they give

[@IMRROcom]

you know you look silly holding up your finger pointing to a End Screen that no longer exist. YT has moved the end screen to about the 3/4 5:00 time mark in most videos for me. Not sure if YT is testing something and I'm part of a test group or it is a new thing. YT has also removed the hide click for me on shorts. If I see a short I do not want to watch in my subscription feed. I can no longer hide that short or any shorts. This is all on a PC and has been going on for a few days, I have not looked to see if it is the same with a iPhone or the TV app.

[@HeyJohnScott]

Hm. Looks normal to me.

[@IMRROcom]

@@HeyJohnScott Like I said, I think I'm in some sort of YT test group. My YT Subscription page will not let me hide shorts and plays the end screens early in the videos.

[@IMRROcom]

I have a dog training clicker I use, It works for syncing sound and video. but I all so click the thing like I won at slots in Vegas after I have a good take, before I start a clip, I click it 1 to 3 times depending on my mood. I just stick it back in my pocket or hold it out of sight.

[@vidIQ]

Cool idea! Thanks for sharing!

[@moreofmyfreetyme]

This is a Hit video. Quick, Simple, Informative and educational. Thanks 4 ALL that. Cheers !!😊

[@HeyJohnScott]

Thanks so much!

[@zorocandraw1]

Keep uploading videos guys , i wish you good luck !! You will be successful one day

[@ivan-the-crafter]

4:23 I showed up in the video! you can see me in the chat!

[@lilo-lovelife3139]

💯

[@j-cityfeels]

Yoooo wanna collab im looking for creators i can collab with

[@DgimaYugadge]

Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing!

[@amumafitness]

To the person who is reading this, don’t give up on your KZbin channel, Keep going to get better and trust the process. 😊🙂 and Thank You VidIQ for great KZbin Tips.

[@mactravelandfinance]

Started my channel about 10 days ago. 18 subscribers so far. There is a lot to learn. Thanks for the solid advice. Have a great day!

[@itsdavidarries]

I have just started my KZbin journey again, I really hope this tips come in handy

[@kaushikrb]

All of us small channels keep going! Started making videos, and it has made me more confident! Even though my edits are bad I still have a great time 🎉

[@Treborray]

I typed something similar on another video!! It definitely provides a confidence boost !

[@RuKoReview]

My method for marking a new take is to clap my hands in front of the camera. This functions similarly to a clapperboard in filmmaking. By doing it directly in front of the camera and microphone, it creates a clear visual and audio cue that is easy to spot, thanks to the peak in volume. This approach is particularly useful for multi-camera recordings or when using external audio sources, as it provides a reliable reference point for syncing the footage.

[@Sol-Cutta]

Ive never had trouble making thumbnails...they come instantly every time..fortunately.😮

[@Amu_yt1]

just hit 250 today and its pushing me to go for the big 1k I cant wait to hit that goal!!

[@insanityking830]

It is easy to say not to give up,but just remember one thing. everyone started from bottom and now they have reached their top,so just let it keep going on we'll make it.💯

[@NaudVanDalen]

#3 would be a PERFECT sponsor opportunity for a teleprompter company. You can look at the camera while reading the script at the same time! It does often cost hundreds of dollar though.

[@HeyJohnScott]

I have a teleprompter but I often found that if I'm reading instead of talking, it doesn't feel as authentic. Each take might vary but when it feels good enough, it is. For me at least.

[@Flexible_Chaos]

I think when it comes to retention that it's about stress and release, you start the video all "HEY WE'RE TALKING ABOUT THIS" to catch the eye, you add some jokes in the first 30 seconds, and then you cool off a bit with subtle/no jokes for the next (half) minute, and then you increase again

[@ErenDoesExist]

my avg watch duration lasts about 1:30-2:00

[@MrFredsDIY]

When I do my pre-edit I almost always go right to the last take as well.

[@Sol-Cutta]

Ive never had trouble making intros...they come instantly...fortunately 😂

[@HeyJohnScott]

LUCKYYY!

[@storytimewithunclebill1998]

Good advice and points. Was fun to watch. Great video

[@sweetlylorelei]

It was funny because when I did my very first couple of videos months I spent a good 3 days trying to find the right spin on my intro of my videos. Looking back, it still was a horrible job. XD But funny enough, I really have a good knack of doing it in one swing every now and then and it pans out very well! 😅 There are times when I'll just wing it and if it seems good enough, I move on, and edit out the things that don't seem to work out (and what I kind of find like a filler or fluff excess part / stuff that actually didn't really interest me at the end and cut that part out too). Surprisingly, I can relate back then when it comes to sending out the message and trying to be a perfectionist about it way too often, it ends up with me going about it in circles so I just redo it from the beginning and it gets done like that as opposed to 5 to 8 different takes and putting it together to make it seem right despite still seeming like a mess -- lol 😂 but now I don't even take near that many takes, trying to get the point across despite trying to reduce the long explanations because I feel it bores people eventually, or people have the notion to not bother (lazy mentality, not much you can do with that lol), but you are right. Just move on. lol as for me, I just get photobomb'd way too often whenever I'm out in public and even if I move to many remote private areas where hardly anyone walks around and there's nothing much to see, people somehow gravitate towards my area and still come to my area and pass through me and my camera pointed elsewhere. Tourists here in Niagara Falls are bizarre hahaha, that's probably one of the things I edit out more often in my videos anyways these days in my situation of video recordings. A long way has come, and I definitely gotten much better now with the videos than I have in the past. Thanks for your experiences you've given to me as well. Irony how I can relate as well and still climbing that mountain 2 years later! 😂 love this video, thank you for sharing your experiences on a relatable level -- and apologies for the long novel post lol

[@SayfuHQ]

Thanks

[@grizzlymusicyt]

I have been on KZbin since 2016 I have made and deleted more than 12 channels never achieved anything but this time I am locked in with this channel I won't give up this time. ITS MY FINAL ATTEMPT ❤ Good Luck everyone who have similar story to mine❤

[@Dontneedlearn55]

@@grizzlymusicyt best of luck grizz

[@Dontneedlearn55]

@@grizzlymusicyt 2016,u can start monetization from day 1

[@grizzlymusicyt]

@@Dontneedlearn55 you mean on KZbin?

[@The_Emperor_Jem]

Same the finale

[@MrSilver172]

What's wrong with youtube shorts? I recorded a video and a short on the exact same settings and the audio in the short is SO LOUD, while in the video it's fine. Also why does youtube sometimes not process shorts in 60 fps?

[@LeaderOfArmourStands]

Keep pushing guys. You will make it. I managed to get 400 subs in 1 month. I hope you all find success

[@EminahRamphisa]

Wooow congratulations. I just reached 77subs yesterday. It's hard but let's push.

[@NaudVanDalen]

How?

[@LeaderOfArmourStands]

@NaudVanDalen well I got some of my vids to get over 10k views so I don't really know lol

[@drivingdaily582]

Don't forget that you have unique value to offer that no one else has! If you are trying to succeed on KZbin you CAN! Stock with it, you've got this! And have a great day.

[@knifrTV]

The J cuts are so good!

[@torself]

I have a question. why does everyones views Plateau around March~ April? I'm looking at the Vidiq overview next to the video.

[@Lulu.Shorts-25]

Don’t give up people keep trying and trying and it’ll work patience is key

[@LegoAVRStudios]

Is there any advice for stop motion channels that you can give?

[@EntertainmentYT-q8b]

All small channel keep grinding that leed to success

[@LivingthatFloridaLifeTV]

Things got better for me after I realized it takes time and you learn along the way. Just Don't give up!

[@ReadySteadyExcel]

Great video - I was engaged until the end. Very good tips that I haven't heard of before.

[@NotFireFly_]

Thank you Vidiq for constantly making videos help other creators! We appreciate it

[@Samc223]

Wishing y'all the best of luck

[@honeybee8669]

the thing with gaming thumbnails is some games like terraria (my vid got 8 views) can't just be an ingame screenshot but in over games like osu! (my vid got 1.6K views) it can be fine but make sure to pick a good one. this is just my experience so i could be wrong.

[@ryanrockers]

John makes the only stuff worth watching on this channel

[@HeyJohnScott]

Aw shucks

[@eduhistorytv]

Nice tips.. will look into those concepts you mentioned. It's not easy spending hours on editing only to have few views. It kinda disheartening. My channel is up to 4 years now

[@jasonbrinegar6759]

This thumb got my view. Glad it did, thanks for the tips!!

[@brownoutage]

God bless you brother. I wish you many more success and everyone else here.

[@TacGamingShow]

Almost there guys 454 outta 500! Those who havent stopped yet DONT! It slowly builds

[@malibreezyy]

Can you do a video on shorts if will help long form like post clips of your long form content to promote it?

[@karlareadstheclassics217]

There's folks out here racking up tens & hundreds of thousands of views w/minimal to no editing sitting in their cars.

[@showtale8325]

I have the luxury of making my videos exactly how I want them to be. If I feel an intro adds a lot ,why do I care how many seconds it takes. Like I said I am not a slave to metrics. I have absolutely no concerns as to views subscribers or whatever. My only concern was did I make exactly the video I intended. Were my points demonstrated well and were they even good points. What benefit would anyone recieve from watching etc . Once those boxes are checked ..publish and make the next one

[@TataKingOfficial]

Whoever is reading this never give up

[@Eve_Hakika]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@TentandLantern]

I’ve been binging all of your advice videos and making a list of things to remember as I move forward with my channel. Thank you SO much for sharing your insights!

[@Fuegolalo2.0]

Currently growing steady sometimes I feel discouraged but ima keep going !

[@tulogrodigital]

Rrally good video, funny and professional at the same time, and the editing efects are great. Thanks

[@AuralSphereStudio]

4 subscribers already for a week. THANKS A LOT!! Keep learning and practice guys. Don't give up.

[@warmaniac989]

Ah yes. I’ve been looking at the algorithm not the ‘algoriddle’

[@SavingMinis]

I don't do much in the way of editing, other than bringing clips together. I REALLY need to get better at eye contact for sure! Thumbnails need work for sure. Should go back and revisit them ... whilst I only have 8 to worry about but my graphic skills aren't best.

[@sk1ntownsteelers]

Just started a channel, it's a grind but will keep on keeping on. Good luck out there guys, don't give up!

[@EminahRamphisa]

Me too I just started 3months ago with only 77 subscribers😢😢

[@sk1ntownsteelers]

@@EminahRamphisa that's pretty good! I started a month ago and just got to 9 lol.

[@vidIQ]

Good luck! You got this! You also might want to check these videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGLbp2eEq81gbNksi=kPFVoL5n_Vzg_Gc0 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2GnlpqmrMt8mdEsi=MWgTMtB7-qqCbEPn kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4OUf3p_brZmaZYsi=-UVHVdc_nZwQyV3T

[@Sol-Cutta]

Now i do have trouble coming up with video content ideas...these DONT come instantly and are hard won EVERYTIME 😂😂😂😮

[@OlayinaAstur]

Thanks for the video John. I need inspiration because I want to modify my channel and I'm stuck so I will try to avoid those mistakes as soon as I create new content. Greetings from Spain (and to all VidIQ team) 🤗

[@EchoAudios]

I dared to finally start even though I have yet so much to learn thanks to you guys. I hope I achieve my goal I really have to... Hope other newbies like me make their dreams come true :)

[@topiasperamaki]

There are so many thumbnails that don't really tell the viewer what it is until they read the title though. And many of those have reached millions of views too. And not just memes.

[@UhhhhhhhSoGamingIGuess]

Whoever is on the video: We'll be talking about [INSERT TOPIC] in this video right here! Me a mobile user who for some reason doesn't see the video: w h e r e 👁👄👁

[@TreasureMath]

KZbin journey is really not for the week. It takes consistency. Keep showing up while doing the right thing. If you're seeing this, don't give up!!!

[@CreativeThinking52]

Very informative video. I'm going to try this? Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.👍

[@Anubiiixss]

For all content creator out there Don't give up because every piece of content brings you closer to success and making a real impact. keep grinding.

[@BertBrussen]

Where can I buy that bandana?

[@R-Byte-3D]

2:32 It was a Trend or a Tren that was picking up? Don't understand...

[@RallyPointYT]

John I mean this in a positive way, you look and sound like you're Josh Gates' son or brother or something lol. Thanks for all the knowledge!

[@DJCATSTATION]

this is amazing .. I am new here and I am trying to build my channel so ..i am gone try this thank you

[@Baileybabble]

I had 5 subscribers but unfortunately I lost one somehow but I am going to keep posting because I have 4 subscribers who like my content and that means the world to me so I will keep going😊

[@JoesPhenomenal]

My intros always clock in around :18

[@DevoutJourney]

Don’t ever stop chasing your passions.

[@KishuGamer_a_01]

Thanks for 100 subscriber 🎯

[@raymondmichaelgayatin857]

On point tips, very helpful. Any advice on voiceless and faceless channels? Thank you!

[@kristoffermorrison2692]

Been stuck at 152 for awhile now. I had a few subs this pass week but then the numbers look like they went back down 😭. That's for the lessons and tips

[@ShadowRider-h6q]

I failed multiple times and I do not know what to do!

[@zworld2024]

Thank you and Good luck to all of you.