HOW TO START A SUCCESSFUL YOUTUBE CHANNEL IN 2021

[@MeganChan]

For all of you tired creators, take care of yourselves, recharge, and then inspiration will eventually come easier :)

[@itzguech8086]

I have decided to do KZbin about a week ago and after I took a couple of videos, my phone is full !! So I cannot take as much as I wanted . I feel so sad😭.

[@QuynhHo]

Love this comment!💞

[@lyricsink8268]

ty so much 🥺🥰

[@anamedesan7072]

You are so nice. Thank you very much for the encouragement

[@chanicenaomi6337]

Love this and thank you ❤️ I have just restarted my channel after a couple year break because I was discouraged. Now I’m ready to take it back on and make it work 🔥

[@huntermerck]

always the most helpful human when it comes to KZbin stuff

[@Seisha-Eagle]

Very informative, thank you so much Natalie!🌸🤗🦋

[@theeyesofmylens]

Thank you so much for this! Honestly, at the start of the pandemic, I committed to uploading at least one video a week and OMG the growth has been so slow and has caused SO many breakdowns 🥺. On top of balancing a full-time job and 3 side hustles, it's been SO freakin difficult at times. It really helped to hear that it's okay to not blow up right away! It's sometimes very hard to stay motivated but I know my quality & passion is there so I am going to keep going! I wish everyone luck on your journey! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kristinanikitopoulos3074]

how’d you grow your account?

[@taliafaigen]

When you're watching this video cause you watch whatever Natalie posts and have no intention of starting a channel 🖐 Just proves the point that people watch because they get to know you from vlogs

[@JenLauren]

aw i love this

[@NatalieBarbu]

This is so sweet!!

[@michaelb6106]

@@NatalieBarbu wait what??? you're wearing yellow??? hehehe you rarely wear colors but as always you look super nice🙂

[@itsjankiinenglish271]

Just now i'm realizing that Kelly Stamps and her are friends!! That's literaly so cool

[@JinaMukherjeeF]

omg they are.. i did not know that

[@giaxalyse]

Disingenuity has become really huge on KZbin recently. Who’s watching because they like the content and who’s here just to subtly self promote. It kinda reminds me of high school, pretending to like people just for personal gain. I agree with what you said that it definitely hurts your channel in the end but also it’s a major turn off and gives a bad rep to those who actually watched the video and just want to comment on it. Obviously some people just aren’t good with words or want to write a lot which is fair, not bashing them! But I hope there can be more authenticity on this platform on the future.

[@NatalieBarbu]

Took the words out of my mouth!!

[@Codyjayartistry]

you are absolutely right!

[@patriciamedia]

Let grow together

[@sweatmoney4164]

@@patriciamedia yeah

[@patriciamedia]

@@sweatmoney4164 yes

[@suzannebrittany780]

thank u for being so real and genuine, seriously SO refreshing and NEEDED!

[@luelively5510]

This was sooo helpful! My sole purpose is to document my pregnancy. Nothing like a huge change to motivate me to upload 💛

[@anamedesan7072]

Congratulations for that!

[@lannyssuarez436]

I think most of us newbies just want instant growth and good things take time. Thank you for this!

[@CrystalValenzuela]

You have always been so super helpful! I just wanted to thank you for all tips & for always keeping it real 💖 It definitely makes you feel discouraged when you don’t see the growth others are getting or spending time on a video for it to not get the recognition you hoped for, but you are right “slow & steady” is the way to go 🙏🏽

[@KaelynGraceApple]

Seems fitting that I'm watching this video when you were the one that truly helped me grow my channel to where it is today

[@NatalieBarbu]

Aw thank you Kaelyn!!

[@JenLauren]

these videos ALWAYS inspire and motivate me, needed it today!!! :) also for anyone considering the patreon, it's SO helpful for these kinds of tips and beyond

[@NatalieBarbu]

Thank you!!!

[@JenLauren]

@@NatalieBarbu

[@olesjaaleksconsulting8566]

Thanks Natalie. This advice really makes sense. Most important part is to grow the KZbin community from people that honestly enjoy watching you and are not there just because of numbers. ✨

[@avantigayxian952]

I'm gonna start a KZbin channel soon in 2021 :') thank you for the tips ✨❤️🌻

[@classicmelodies967]

🙃SAME.. we actually started a week ago lol. Good luck to you💫

[@avantigayxian952]

@@classicmelodies967 good luck to youuu❤️🥺

[@classicmelodies967]

@@avantigayxian952 Thank you! 😇💫

[@JessBrooke]

Love these vids :) They're so helpful!

[@TreasureByMeasure]

When you hit play to watch videos like this and realize you just need to hit record and uploaded something..

[@siobhanwilson3537]

This came at the perfect time! Reminding me why I love doing KZbin and to not give up! 💓

[@gabypolancoa]

OMG thank you for saying the “new youtuber” comment thing🤣 I thought it only bothered me! You are absolutely right. When I see that type of comments I completely ignore it or assume that person is desperate for subscribers

[@NatalieBarbu]

It’s just never a good way to grow!

[@AprilEscobar]

I would love for you to do a video on treating your channel as a business:)

[@KaylaDjukic]

I really needed this!! Ive been so down lately with my channel. It can be hard sometimes to feel like youre not moving forward or doing as well as you hope. Thanks fo sharing the positivity and tips xo

[@itsbyhana]

That's such an interesting video. I've been posting healthy "what I eat in a day" videos and vlogs because that's the videos I love to film and edit. Which I think is very important, people can tell whether you're passionate or not. These tips are very helpful, I know consistency is key but it can be discouraging when you first start. So I'll keep it up because I genuinely enjoy posting 💓💓💓💓

[@ErinDevon]

this video is going to be so helpful!!

[@allthehui]

Revived my KZbin channel this year! Seriously loving this series and your entrepreneurship videos in general, Natalie!! AND your podcast omg. Your podcast is seriously underrated 😊 I feel like you could make a whole another series on how to be successful with podcasting and how that intertwines with your social present on YT/Instagram/TikTok/etc.

[@bri_in_the_garden]

I haven’t listened to the Podcast yet, now I’m intrigued!!!

[@allthehui]

@@bri_in_the_garden her podcast is high key AMAZING. Good production, amazing guests, really awesome hosting by Natalie! It’s called The Real Reel Podcast and even the branding is hella on point 👌

[@NatalieBarbu]

This is so so sweet thank you!!! I love that you listen to my podcast

[@bri_in_the_garden]

This was really helpful, thank you!! I just started and it’s been so fun making and editing videos. My attitude with it is that if it doesn’t go anywhere, it’s okay. It’s just a really nice outlet. Obviously I would love for it to go somewhere though hahaha!

[@NatalieBarbu]

Right. You have to love what you do

[@Tiffany-cr9bc]

Thanks! I am 8 years old! I just started a youtube channel. I'm reading out loud to kids in order to inspire reading!

[@NatalieBarbu]

Amazing!!!

[@SamElle]

eeeek I started my youtube channel this year and it was the best decision I made!!

[@NatalieBarbu]

Yay!!

[@BreedSounds]

So True! it occupies your time and interaction with your fans is awesome!

[@sydneyvanalphen8787]

I love all these tips! Thank you for sharing with us🤍🤍

[@sophiemayeveryday]

Consistency has always been my problem and I'm trying my best this year to upload every single week. Thanks for this video Natalie!

[@musingwithmeirys]

I’m so glad I found you when I recently created my KZbin channel. You have taught me so much. I also subscribed to your Patreon. Best $6 spent! 🙌🏼

[@Cavinachannel]

Needed this! Thanks Natalie

[@LoWithoutLimits]

Love all these tips! I first heard about you through the We Are Women Owned Sisterhood and love your content. I’ve been doing KZbin for almost 2.5 years and the growth has been slow but I’m also doing it for myself and try not to think about the numbers too much! Not only are the “subscribe back” comments so annoying because it makes me feel like others are using my videos and my small growing channel for their own gain but a few months back I was randomly added into an “Instagram pod” for “new youtubers” who I didn’t know at all! When I asked how I ended up in this group message they said it’s because I used the hashtag “new KZbinr” on an IG post (which I never have) so she added a bunch of girls from that hashtag into the group to subscribe to one another. I left the pod since I never agreed to it and subscribing to one another in the group felt so inauthentic

[@stephaniecarrillo2154]

This was honestly so helpful! I’ve been wanting to start my KZbin channel for the longest but I’m both too scared to put myself out there & also feel like I have to guidance on how to start it successfully. I would totally watch more “How To” videos about KZbin.

[@MUDANETV]

One million subscribers for this youtuber.

[@andreabou]

Unrelated to the video but oooooh my god you have the most beautiful skin I've ever seen

[@riataylor]

I watch so many of these videos and the trend is really to not give up!! Thanks for sharing ✨

[@begimaibaibache]

Natalie, thank you for this video!!! It's super helpful🥺 and good luck to everyone who just started..YOU GOT THIS❤️

[@kristinanikitopoulos3074]

Just started my own youtube channel!! :)

[@TheBlushingGiraffe]

You broke down soooo many great points in a clear and concise way 😍 Thankyou! Something I’m gonna try snd do is ensure I’m planning evergreen searchable content at least once a week, so that they can hopefully gain a following in the slower longer run x

[@BySAEH]

this was so calming and motivating to watch ❤️ your voice is actually so calming to listen to haha

[@TravelDrone]

Loved this take, so brutally honest!!!

[@maiazine]

i subscribed to natalie only a few weeks ago but i've been binging on all of her "entrepreneur" videos on how to be a sucessfull i agree when she says that "small youtuber here" comments are annoying, i get those on my videos and i roll my eyes however i think the comment section is such a good way to promote your content as well, i just have no idea how to do it in a good way

[@aayushishah]

Absolutely loved the video!! You always come up with fresh content and genuine tips unlike so many others out there! Really motivated to get back on track! xx

[@LaurenNally]

This was super helpful, def going to use these tips in the future !!

[@krazyyyykat]

You’re one of the youtubers that inspired me to create my own channel. I don’t post the same content as yours but what inspired me is how you are able to do and share with us the things that you love. And also make new friends. Thank you so much! 🥰

[@mrmrsdexplorers5974]

U r absolutely 💯 right.... thanks for this video... I like how you highlight the WHAT ^-^

[@ShafiraHanifa]

I always watch your youtube creator tips, and I love it, thank you natalie

[@anamedesan7072]

You are so beautiful and I love the way you explain everything 💛 you are so good! Thank you you these tips! You are fantastic

[@laurenofmay]

The consistency aspect is what I struggle with the most. I just moved back in with my parents and I feel awkward filming 😂

[@Stephiez]

samee its the hardest part

[@ErikaRobichaud]

OMG I relate back and my sister is 7 so everything is a little bit harder

[@LoFrench]

YES to genuine connection! I cannot stand the "oh my gosh I hope we can support each other" comments. And KZbin flags them as spam half the time which only hurts your channel further.

[@saraeaster1706]

This was so helpful!!! Thank you for the tips :)

[@ErinSullivan]

LOVE THIS VIDEO!!!!!!! needed to hear all of this

[@ChiUdeaja]

Honestly rn, I’m balancing being a *full time* realtor & uploading on my channel. I know posting twice a week would be great/better for my channel, but listen…… I’m so busy 😂😂 but I love KZbin & being a realtor, so I’m just trying to find a healthy balance. But again, I still love love doing both.

[@terpsiv8305]

Loved the video! So excited for this new series. Just one question: how do you know when a brand approaching you is legit and really wants to work with you or a scam?

[@safaritaylor]

The first thing I do is google the brand name plus scam, I check the email address it's coming from making sure it's a company one, I also search the persons name who emailed me on LinkedIn to verify they actually work for the company. Those are just a few tips, I was scammed earlier this year and it's the worst feeling ever so I hope that doesn't happen to anyone else

[@terpsiv8305]

@@safaritaylor thank you so much! this will definitely help a lot

[@safaritaylor]

@@terpsiv8305 Of course, good luck out there!!

[@terpsiv8305]

@@safaritaylor hii! Sorry for bothering you again by what if a brand Dms you on Instagram? How do you know if that's real? 😕😕

[@safaritaylor]

@@terpsiv8305 not a bother at all!! If they’re dming you from the brand Instagram I think that’s a very good sign it’s legit 🙂 I’ve had that happen to me and everything worked out perfectly, I usually just move the convo over to email to keep things organized!

[@ShannonOteri]

This is such a helpful video and you posted it at the right time for me! 💛 Since graduating from college this past May & actively interviewing for jobs for months without any luck (yet) - I decided to make and edit videos so that I have something to look forward to each day. It has been such a positive outlet for me to do something different and it makes me feel excited during a time of my life when I felt sad and stagnant. Thanks for making this vid 💛💛💛

[@vitakolb]

This was such a helpful video. Thank you 😍😍

[@JewelsView]

Could you make a sponsorship video?? Like how you got your first one and the whole process :)

[@kailagindy156]

Yess love these kind of videos. Have watched your videos for a while now. Your consistent growth has always inspired and motivated me. 🤩❤️

[@NatalieBarbu]

Thank you!

[@JimmyMusial]

I'm going to be starting a KZbin channel in 2021, this is honestly such an awesome video. I appreciate this. Thank you for all of the knowledge and suggestions. Thinking of video ideas I think is going to be the biggest challenge for me. Happy Holidays!

[@Cloud-lb3vx]

Thank you so much! I am starting a commentary channel, so this helped a lot!

[@Mrs_Sanyal]

This video was one of the most informative video on this topic!! Loved each of the points you discussed!!

[@CatchyCravings]

I feel like I've read every book and seen every video on how to grow your channel.. maybe I'm naively hoping for a quick fix recipe I can follow and be done with.. maybe I am doing some things wrong on my channel. Patience has definitely been the hardest when starting a youtube channel. I've actually been thinking of joining your patreon to see where I can do better.

[@murs222]

YES IM SO EXCITED TO LEARN FROM THIS VIDEO!!

[@NatalieBarbu]

❤️

[@goldeneye7463]

Who else is new on KZbin and wants to grow there channel this year ? Don’t give up

[@brianrobert5701]

Me! We'll get there (Y)

[@chanicenaomi6337]

Yasss!!

love how this advice is more broad than everyone else

[@yzmworld]

Just started with my channel! I can’t wait to get going with more videos. Thank you so much for the advices 😊💕

[@EarthyReenz]

Natalie is such an inspiration! Thank you for being honest and transparent, that’s more of what this community needs!! 👏👏

[@littleleyworld]

I don't understand the views some of my videos went viral 1 year later or 6 month later !!

[@ItsAmandaWan]

i love this video!! i've been feeling super stuck recently so i'm definitely going to take all these tips and advice into account!

[@TristynRodriguez]

ah thank you for this video!! i'm gonna take these tips and hopefully they help me out!!

[@GigiNally]

This was super encouraging. Thanks Natalie!!

[@emilyyynatasha]

Wow this is so helpful, I’m definitely going to check out Skillshare to perfect my editing skills for my videos. Thank you sm, this was so helpful 😊

[@lexifrancis]

i definitely needed this! also natalie you look stunning

[@teramusicofficial-musicfor6465]

Thank you for your kindness and positivity! Stay blessed and safe Natalie!

[@heyyitsmila]

thank you so much for making videos like these they're really helpful!!!

[@silicongalley]

thank you for all the helpful tips!! this is actually so so helpful and i love all of your content so much!! 💕

[@sophiawuwuu]

Yay! Thank you for the tips! I love the advice you gave on finding a niche. I've found so many other advice vids saying that you should only stick with something super specific but that feels so limiting. It's encouraging to hear that there's room for exploring other vid ideas too. Here's to beginning the youtube journey!!!

[@nickjwang]

Thank you for making this video. I really needed this, and I'm ready to go HARD in 2021. Wishing you luck and success Natalie!

[@Allyson_the_slayyqueen_]

This video was super helpful and I love that sweater 😉

[@itslillyclare6128]

this is such a helpful video! I struggle with keeping consistent but I'm definitely going to try harder now!!

[@matisselife]

yeah i don’t like those “i’m a small youtuber” comments on my videos🤦🏽‍♀️ people have to be free to subscribe if they GENUINELY like my videos🤯 loved this video, thank you 🥰

[@hestiabeukes9565]

Hi Natalie Thank you for all the tips

[@ashleicupid]

Loved the video + thank you for the tips and advice for new /small creators. I'll definitely check out your instagram and other platforms to . I love videos that you make you want to stay motivated and inspired. Thanks xoxo

[@danthedestroyr]

Great video! Looking at starting a KZbin channel and your tips were very helpful! Thank you!! 😊

[@myrahkapoor1689]

Same stuff

[@arpit_sharma]

Thanks! I needed to see this, your video was recommended on my home page. I have been going through a plateau phase on my channel and I was in my head a lot. Hearing it from someone that its completely normal and not to focus on it too much, is what I needed. Subscribed:)

[@CristenMerlo]

I was so excited to see this video!! I started my channel almost a year ago now and I’ve really been enjoying filming and I’m excited to see how my channel grows 🥰

[@NatalieBarbu]

Excited for you!!

[@MeghaneLex]

i wish you all fellow creators growth & success on KZbin in 2021!! 💖🌞⭐️✨

[@giavanni4062]

this was so helpful thank you so much. and thanks for being so honest about the disingenuity/copying! that's the worst part about youtube and yet so common :/

[@dominiquedixon]

This yellow is so your color! Loved this video such great tips!

[@jackiek4159]

This is sooo what I needed right now! I'm looking at starting and growing a KZbin channel and finally starting after soo many years of contemplation!!

[@relaxingmindset8928]

You are such an inspiration. The way you speak just make people like you and what’s more the information you give us is so precious. Thank you, Natalie. ❤️🙂

[@tristenmoreno846]

Yes part 2 please, I want to start a KZbin soon before this year ends. More tips would help!

[@NatalieBarbu]

Amazing! What other specific videos would you like to see,

[@lauraelle111]

Okay I just started my KZbin channel not too long ago and this video is great.. but are we not going to talk about HOW INCREDIBLE THIS YELLOW COLOR IS ON YOU💛💛💛💫✨✨✨💫STUNNING!!🧡🧡🧡🔥🔥

[@blackwhitespace1113]

I think that if you want fast success trash content is basically the easiest way to reach popularity and fame. If you are good looking, fun and make stupid stuff on camera you are rich and famous. KZbinrs like Logan Paul and others are always famous: they've built their huge audience trough doing stupid stuff, if you do this you will always create cloud. The algorithm wants that. Society wants that.

[@MsCaileyB]

Been watching you for ages and am finally taking the jump on starting my channel next week! Thanks for all the great advice!

[@AprilEscobar]

I took your class in Nashville & am so excited to hear more of your tips. I just recently got monetized & want to keep growing ♥️

[@DenelleBridgelal]

I just came from Lauryn Doan’s channel and omg!! You’re so pretty girl!😍

[@KyiaMyshai]

This was very helpful! Just subscribed

[@JaydaSimone]

I really need this!