HOW TO START A YOUTUBE CHANNEL | A true beginner's guide to getting your first 1,000 subscribers

[@MrPhilsAlabamaHotSauce]

Hi Jessica. Finding you tonight for the first time, and I am glad I did. I am a 70 year old guy who loves hot sauce. During recovery from a bad home accident, I decided to actually start a hot sauce business. So I have spent 10 months laying all of the bricks necessary. I am developing my own recipes, producing my own sauces, licensing and getting FDA approval, building my own website, and I am ready to go! My last obstacle is developing a KZbin channel to spread the news! Your video has convinced me that maybe folks might want to hear what an old guy has to say. Thank you and I look forwarda rd to more of your videos. Mr. Phil.

[@ShawnyBGolf]

Think that’s the joy of KZbin. Everyone’s voice matters and everyone wants to hear different voices and like your self not everyone is 20 something watching KZbin. All ages need representation and other people like hearing and seeing other opinions I think.

[@harleybuaya1900]

Oh I'd love to watch on your chanel soon👍

[@lifewithlillychannel]

You don't have to be perfect when you start. Just start.

[@CamilleTylerbrand]

I think 🤔 so too

[@KimmieNoel]

This is so true!

[@Vibewithcharliemorris]

Just start to become perfect 👍🏾

[@BeccalynnGaming]

I gotten thumb down on twice on my videos

[@authenticme4875]

Your absolutely right.

[@candr4life]

We’ve been at the KZbin journey for 2 years now. At first we were stressing out too easily (trying too hard) and seeing no progress, but now we just we’re having fun with making videos and I think it’s making a difference on our channel.

[@elisfirstfeast872]

That’s a good mindset, great advice! I love cooking and making cozy videos so I thought of starting which I did. Posted my second video recently 🙂

[@candr4life]

@@elisfirstfeast872 that’s awesome! Just gotta keep loving what you do 😀

[@MrPhilsAlabamaHotSauce]

Calib and Rissa, love your channel. Just looked at a couple of videos. Subbed you. Thanks.

[@candr4life]

@@MrPhilsAlabamaHotSauce Aww thank you so much! Appreciate the kind words.

[@botztv9213]

Im just starting with my channel( 3days ago) and i only have android samsung A20s device on hand! How stressful that is?? My videos and edits are not that fascinating even my thumbnail is not conspiuous. Yet, hoping one day that my channel will grow!

[@KeeKeeSoto]

I've had my channel for over a year now but this year I've decided to treat my channel like it's brand new! I really enjoyed your tips ☺️🌿

[@Itsmealejandra]

Just started my channel and I struggle feeling so insecure that it’s not good enough but I will keep trying!❤️

[@nicoletiana]

I think the hardest part is just getting that first 1,000. My mind is blown by people who start youtube channels that hit a mil in one year or less 🤯 i can't wait til i even hit 10k, lord be with me.

[@aalegalfocus]

I've been working on my channel for 1.5 years & enjoyed hearing your tips. Now that almost everyone has a smartphone, making videos is easy & fun.

[@themidnightmousedollhouse]

Well it took me about 2 years to gather the courage to start my KZbin channel. In the end I just decided to plunge into and see how it goes. As I was trying to be more prepared I was getting more scared and this was actually pinning me down. So I started a month ago, with literally my phone and my window light. I'm learning as I'm progressing, but hey, I'm progressing! And your videos are like gold for me, thank you!

[@SuperMarkee]

Thanks for sharing...great tips

[@07ap07]

you made it sound so easy to start. i began my channel 2 years back and actually left ot to grown like a plant ! ( without watering it !! ) thanks for this video and a nice kick to begin it again !

[@christinacano3085]

I just came across this video. I’ve been wanting to start a KZbin channel for years but have been afraid that my iPhone would not produce good quality videos compared to an actual camera like the vloggers use. Thanks for explaining things!

[@_MosMos_]

Just asking have you start yet..

[@WandasBestLife]

I'm planning on starting a channel this year but have been really nervous to start one. Your advice is great. What I want to do isn't really on KZbin but it's what I'm going to do anyways. This is about stepping outside of my comfort zone and doing what feels right for me. So that's what I'm going to do. Will just my family and friends follow me eventually? Maybe. But that's okay to me. I grew up missing from most pictures and videos because I was so afraid of the camera. I'll be 50 this year. Time to boldly step in front of the camera now.

[@themrs.howell]

Same 🙋🏼‍♀️ I’ve had a channel for quite some time but have yet to niche down (that’s my trouble area). Oh, and I’ll be 50 this year, too. Best of luck to us both! P.S. Forgot to add that my husband started his channel several years ago and is steadily climbing. If he can do it, so can I!

[@elisfirstfeast872]

Wish you all the best! I’ve just started my cooking channel, I hope it will go well!

[@elisfirstfeast872]

@@themrs.howell love that! If he can do it, your sure can too! :)

[@stoogey1]

I’m actually doing research watching this video. I’ve watched a bunch of “how to start a KZbin channel” video’s and I’ve noticed a very scary common theme. Barely any content creator talks about the most crucial aspect of content creation: mindset.

[@itsamina]

I've been wanting to make videos for the past TEN years but actually decided to start just a few weeks ago. Decided to put fear away and so far it's been so fun!

[@justdifferentmotivation1457]

!!!! Taking the first step is the biggest thing - I’ll be checking out your content 🖤

[@Themummytraineruk]

This is the first video like this that I have t wanted to switch off! Common sense and no fluff, brilliant!

[@jessicastansberry]

Ah! Huge compliment, yay! Thanks for being here :)

[@Themummytraineruk]

@@jessicastansberry thanks for responding! I subscribed and watched a few more of your videos last night, you have a new fan, lol!

[@robinbarlowlifecoach]

Woman, you broke this down so well! I’ve watched other HIGH PROFILE KZbin influencers and you made them sound just LAME! I do need to learn how to fill and edit. This has been so helpful.

[@jamilacorrodus4615]

This is my year 🙏I relaunched my channel about a week ago and I will be posting my first video this weekend. Hopefully my journey will be good and I wish everyone trying to grow their channel the best.Don’t give up!

[@kristinambickford]

Don't get caught up on the name... just name it, then you can change it. SO SO good!

[@meagan_thee_artist]

I’ve started filming recently with my iPhone and realized I have room to play with gadgets later. But first I have to “do” to figure out what I need to make things better. Such good advice.

[@beatricestackhouse8165]

We started a channel sometime in 2021 and I honestly to say we were not consistent and this year we have change so many things. Since this aired aired we actually have recorded for tapings for our channel consistently. So we are happy about that and our goal is to move forward and be consistent thank you so much for everything you said today it helped us a whole lot. Lol and we are going balls to the wall

[@SallyArida]

YES! When i first started my yt channel i just picked up the camera and started recording… the rest just flowed in naturally!

[@Just.chriii]

Thank you thank you thank you so much this video was literally perfect and I will definitely use this to my advantage! Just started my KZbin channel back up and I plan on being consistent. The hardest part for me is figuring out which videos to film weekly and what my niche should be right now I’m just filming, editing and posting but I am so glad I JUST STARTED!

[@FACTSANDTRENDS]

I started my KZbin channel last year, now having 111 subscribers. Thanks for these useful tips

[@krystellav8192]

I've started a channel and I'm very passionate about it sometimes it feels like I put in too much work for little of progress but I trust the progress

[@questianityinteractivebibl9830]

Thanks for the tips and encouragement! I just started my channel on Christmas Day and appreciate your advice very much. Cheers to a great 2022!

[@EmpowerHerDreams]

I just Subscribed ❗😎

[@1heckofathrifter651]

YOU HAVE JUST GIVEN ME THE PUSH THAT I'VE BEEN NEEDING!! AND I THANK YOU FOR THAT AND YOU NOW HAVE A NEW SUBBIE HERE!! I have an android phone but hey 🤷🏾‍♀️ you've gotta start some where right! And to everyone that reads this comment you have 353 days left to drop your channel LET'S GO!!!

[@piggybackparenting223]

I’ve watched a lot of start up KZbin videos and have never heard the “create a launch plan” advice so thank you for that!!

[@angelav9079]

There's something about your accent that made this feel so easy and supportive ☺ Thank you for sharing ❤

[@_MosMos_]

As I always said: Keep going on producing.

[@edslopez4957]

I started youtube 4 years ago with 2 videos I think then I stopped. It’s only now that youtube is getting clear to me. Slowly learning the things in here🔴❤️❤️

[@viewsofayona]

Currently in the beginning stages of my channel and truly the best advice is really just start!! Great video!

[@dysfunctionalcritic7559]

Came across your channel through digital planners love your content your style and how you made everything straight forward and believable. Wish me luck on the digital planner!!! When I start KZbin you’ll be referred in everything.

[@kasenior267]

Hello Jessica iam a Filipina Senior and I watch your video I just started last like almost 2 weeks ago and by watching your video you much inspired me Thank you so much Jessica for the much informative video.👍💖

[@catfrigames]

I do so much around my place that I'm finding it hard to choose what I'm most passionate about. , I have chickens, I also am in the process of redoing my bathroom cabinets then my back porch is next, I love that the most. But getting a schedule together to do a video is hard. I just do some when I have a little bit of time. Your advice is great, I'm gonna put a plan together today.

[@ninthmomentum]

I've literally just started a channel just before Christmas wish I'd seen this just prior to me starting very informative and will still implement them going forward thanks.

[@_MosMos_]

Keep going, on producing.

[@ninthmomentum]

@@_MosMos_ thanks I will do.

[@runwithregina7822]

Good luck to you! 🙏

[@ninthmomentum]

@@runwithregina7822 thank you 🙏🏼

[@elisfirstfeast872]

I’m new here too, just started my channel recently! I’m wishing you all the best!

[@gypsyislandgal1118]

Oh it’s so hard though. 6 months and still trying to get to 100. I’m not giving up! Thanks for the tips!

[@harleybuaya1900]

Of course, you can do forward,keep on moving don't stop👍

[@harleybuaya1900]

Of course, you can do forward,keep on moving don't stop👍

[@hautehustle]

I think #4 (do you niche research) is really important and hardly ever talked about. It’s hard to be an authority if you don’t know what the other experts are talking about. Thanks for this! I’ve been an entrepreneur for a very long time, but just now - in the last two months - consistently posting quality videos :)

[@runwithregina7822]

Yeah I also agree that doing niche researching can give a lot of useful information 🙌

[@ResellingMeMe]

We got this! I really needed this video. Thank you!

[@green5sing]

I LOVE your comparison to Yellowstone. Really hit home! 💖

[@clydeasherme2485]

I have no idea at all how to start, but my son really wanted to, so I search everything in KZbin, I learned a little bit of editing and that made me decide to push through our Channel. My child enjoys it and I'm always here too support him. Will try to improve more in time. Sending you all good vibes. We are just focusing on our target thag someday we'll reach for our dreams and inspire people. 💞

[@ShannasCountryCreek]

Been trying to get to that 1000 subs....and tbh when I was consistent it grew quick, then slowed down when I slowed down. Well, I'm back at it again. Thank you for the BOOST!!!🥰🙌💃🏻

[@shortcut2639]

To the person who is reading this, don’t give up on your KZbin channel. Keep going it’s going to get better.

[@haliaaaxo]

Thank you! This has given me so much advice. I’m staring my KZbin with 11 subscribers right now. Hoping to grow all 2022

[@elisfirstfeast872]

Just subscribed to your channel! 😊 I’ve just started recently also, I hope it goes well for us!

[@haliaaaxo]

@@elisfirstfeast872 Aw thank you!

[@Mitchyanu]

Me too🥺 it’s not easy tho

[@_theenergyalchemist]

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been talking about starting a YT channel since last year but every time I thought about ACTUALLY doing it, I would get so nervous. 😰 But you have me pumped and excited! 💃🏾 I’m going to start strategizing today! Thanks again! 🙏🏾

[@DemetriPanici]

Great advice! 2022 Is a great time to get started!

[@justinfaber8547]

Wishing everyone success on their youtube journey this year. 🤝

[@workwithme7771]

Just Started Today! The hardest part really is just starting due to fear!

[@thebellamayra]

Thank you all you have said makes 100% percent accurate.. you have gave some of us to start what’s been in hold for couple years now.

[@vickytoria9496]

I love your hair color…great contrast w/ hi light

[@charlenebrownlow4677]

PTL Jessica…thank you for sharing!

[@purerred]

Am going to remember you! ❤️❤️🙏🏾 thank you!! Balls to the wall!!! 💪🏾

[@SomethinBoutDrea]

This was so helpful!!! I’m definitely guilty of number 5 and 6. I didn’t have anything planned and it was exactly like you said… if I woke up and didn’t feel like recording I wouldn’t. Also thank you for explaining what it means to niche down and exactly what to research I’ve heard this before but never in such great detail. Thank you💕

[@thatboiimac5176]

Facts you and me both.

[@elisfirstfeast872]

Good point

[@Meghan_Alanna]

Thank you sooo much for this video Jessica! I have been putting off launching my channel for a while - I have my intro/outro and literally don't know where to start...also terrified of failure. THANK YOU!

[@_MosMos_]

Keep going, on producing.

[@jacquelinecreativelifestyl3393]

Please just start. I was thinking like you. Then I just started and with my phone only. I’m an avid KZbin watcher and was watching everyone else succeed. That was over 10 years ago.

[@heyitsjujuu]

Keep going! 2022, let's do it!

[@paperbackfern]

I just started my booktube channel, after putting it off for years. Just go for it! I've been having so much fun and when you're too busy having fun, you don't worry about the insecurities!

[@elisfirstfeast872]

Recently started my channel, was quite anxious but hopefully it will go well ☺️

[@MiclizChannel]

Been on KZbin for 2 years we stopped and now we’re getting back at it 💯 now Just staying happy 😃

[@OurRidiculousVideos]

Ohhh consistency breeds legitimacy!!!

[@LethalFeather]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I’ve been so nervous to start my channel but now I’ve got the motivation! ❤️

[@Meghan_Alanna]

same!!! Good luck girl. YOU GOT THIS!

[@piggybackparenting223]

Same!! I’m nervous with every video I do but I keep hearing the more you do the easier it gets, so I just keep knocking them out and hoping they get better😂 Here’s to knocking out great videos this year 👏🏻

[@Anythingaboutbeauty]

I have a problem with consistency so by watching your vdeo gave me motivation to just do it! Thank you!

[@hgfamilyvalues8]

I actually started today wasn’t a real big launch but I have my schedule and I’m ready to go balls to the wall

[@ItsBossLadyJones]

Thanks a million for always giving valuable gems for those of us who are trying to create/grow a successful channel.

[@ms.d6857]

Google/KZbin was reading my mind. I was honestly thinking about starting a KZbin but didn't know where to begin and then your channel shows up in my KZbin TL....hmmmm Good ideas, thank you!

[@ClearAdventure]

Jessica, your audio is all over the place for your level of channel. Couple quick tips, your room is far to "Live" which means echo-prone. To deaden it up a bit, get a couple of LED lights on stands off Amazon for video use and use those, that way you can pin a lightweight blanket or comforter over the window in front of you behind your camera. Then make sure to put a rug underneath and in front of you on the floor! People ignore the floor, bad idea! Especially with hardwood or tile floors like you have. Then if you have a desk, a small rug on that, too! You don't have to cover the floor or walls behind you because you are facing the window, you just need to stop all the audio projecting in front of/below you that is bouncing back into your room. Don't worry about the ceiling if you have the floor and wall in front of you covered. Then you can really take advantage of that lav mic connected to your shirtl! You would sound 10X better, hands down. Great video!! - Kevin Venture 🤘 (Audio tech 30+ years).

[@CazzaandKids]

I have had my family vlogging channel a couple of years now but still love videos like this 🥰 thank you x

[@_MosMos_]

Keep going, on producing.

[@unapologeticallyroxanne8046]

As a new KZbinr, these tips were very simple, but necessary, especially the part about following people with similar content. Thanks alot

[@runwithregina7822]

Hello to everyone who is also just started a new channel in 2022 🙏 Thanks Jessica for these useful advices ☺️

[@alisagreen3162]

Thank you Jessica! Great tips!

[@yeahthatsyao]

These are useful tips! For someone who just started, I haven’t really found my niche just yet. For now ,my main goal is posting consistent vids that are engaging.

[@carmensplacebeauty]

Great advice! I've been planning to start a "mature beauty" channel for a year now and I finally did it! Thanks for the encouragement to keep going "balls to the wall".

[@xoxoboen9332]

Thank YOU Thank YOU Thank YOU!!! I uploaded my 1st video today!! It was definitely a little glitchy, but I'll get it and I wanted you to know that you have had a major part in my courage to do all of it! Thank you!!

[@donisa808]

This is the ultimate How To Start A KZbin Channel 🙌🏾 Thank you💕

[@DomsRusticGarageMore]

Hitting that 1000 subscriber mark is like waiting for winter to be over, you know its coming we just have to wait a little bit longer, and than it will be sunny and 80 degrees outside !!!

[@rosielapada5322]

Thank you for your very inspirational advice..for the biggeners in YTC..I love it.

[@shemondanicole2179]

This video was helpful…I started a KZbin channel less than a month and I haven’t figured out what days are best to upload so I agree that’s definitely something that so need to figure out. Tbh I was just excited to finally over the fear of getting started but now I try my best not to get discouraged because it’s hard getting subscribers in my opinion.

[@tiffanysepiphanies]

Thank you Jessica! 💗

[@ashleytuesdays6442]

Thanks for the tips! I'm excited to start. Also your hair is lovely 😍

[@clfarmgate]

Thanks for the info! Looking forward to putting it into motion.

[@MartHustle]

This was the same method i follow before starting my channel, although it’s a bit challenging but am happy I started.

[@chende62]

Such a helpful video. Thanks, Jessica! All the best to you in 2022!

[@acosmictemple]

This is so great! I'm working on my channel for home,fun and entertainment

[@shonnitasinspirationaltabl4660]

I’ve been wanting to start a channel but was unsure if I would be successful in doing so. This has really inspired me.

[@SS-cc8wr]

Need to learn the edit and filming, lighting, etc. part of getting started, all the technical stuff.

[@Sherifat.K-Omorodion]

Thank you for this video. I just started my channel this Christmas.

[@jayyhype]

Thanks for the advice, I am on 81 subscriber and I am looking forward to continue to post more content in 2022. Good luck for anyone who starting a KZbin channel. Be positive, be patient and stay consistent.

[@HiZelia]

Been doing KZbin for almost 2 years, stopped for a while and now I am back! still thinking what is the best way to boom it, cuz it actually takes a lot of time and not sure when I'll be able to be monetized... it's frustrating , sometimes hahaha Goodluck to all the beginners!

[@menabuchnersixdegreesofsimming]

Thanks for the great tips. My channel is less than a month old so this video popping up on my timeline is serendipitous. Thank you!

[@claudeclements]

This was some great information, re-doing my page now. Thanks

[@xthecreativeguy3239]

The best advice ❤️ “just start”

[@jabuwati]

Thank you for this information. It will help a lot.

[@theroadtoamillion]

“Consistency breeds legitimacy” I ❤️that! So true 💯

[@themrs.howell]

New subscriber here 🙋🏼‍♀️ Have had a channel for quite some time but seem to be stuck on a niche because there are many things I’m interested in. Thank you for the “roadmap.” Look forward to binge-watching the rest of your videos!

[@stickleycreations]

Thank you for sharing this. This year I want to expand on a variety of interests and one of those is starting a channel. The first step is complete with getting a name and logo. I was also able to create an instagram page also. The next step is linking instagram to KZbin. Everything starts somewhere.

[@lesab9861]

Thank you for this video. You are correct. I want to start a KZbin channel this year [2022]. I just didn’t know when to begin. This video was very helpful! Thanks Jessica! ladybugslots coming soon 😊

[@justdifferentmotivation1457]

👀 did you start it yet?

[@leliajackson955]

Thank you I really needed that encouragement and thank you I always wanted to start a KZbin channel but I did not know how to and this really helped me baby I think you so much

[@sushilsharma7846]

Thanks Jessica... you were inspirational and put your point across simply

[@bobw9710]

I needed this!! Thanks for making this video.

[@curatedfarah]

This was very good! Going to implement this into my own channel

[@shesangs434]

I have a channel and I do Dollar Tree videos. I’m growing, but I’m growing slowly. Thank you! This helped a lot!!!

[@ladybug9520]

Trying to create a bright Possibilities program (workout session)

[@KimmieNoel]

I’m all ears!! I’m growing daily with the quality of content I’m putting out. I’ve shared on my personal fb and some fb groups..Not any support!! I just have to learn how to relax and not stress over the number of subs I have. In due season my tribe will find me!! Okay sister I’m going to go balls to walls!! 😆

[@KimmieNoel]

@Notes of Authenticity thank you so much! I’m going to over to your channel as well. We have to claim growth for year 22!

[@AshleyDenise2022]

Gurlaaaa 🥰🥰😍😍 Thank you 😊 This was extremely helpful!! Great tips for a new creative in general!

[@gregboyer3585]

My problem and I’m pretty sure I’m not the only person with this same problem. I’ve got a lot of opinions on a wide variety of issues and need a place to sound off but due to life long struggles of shyness and having heard my own recorded voice it’s a hindrance at launching a channel! I’m from the Midwest and here we or at least I have a tendency of talking slow we don’t talk fast we can’t we have to ask people who do to slow down so we can actually hear what is being said. I’m also 75 years old and just want to share experiences and problems that I’ve had in my 75 years. I’m also getting ready for a new chapter in my life in a couple of months and want to share that experience too, I probably should have worked up the nerve years ago, in my opinion! So I’m needing suggestions more than telling me that I need to be myself and just do it, I know all that in fact I suggest it all the time to others but can’t do it myself. Introverts can talk the talk but have issues with following their own advice!

[@beesworld04]

I understand where you’re coming from. I’m 36 and I feel like I too should have started a while ago. But, really we’re telling ourselves that and it’s not true. I watch a lot of KZbin and I’ve told myself that there are some people out there who’d love to hear or see what I’m doing. Maybe you can talk about your shyness and give some sounds advice for people and share how you’re overcoming.

[@amykarli3973]

Thanks for these tips! I started my channel a month ago so got that out of the way lol. I'll be following your tips and hope this leads to success :)