If I started from scratch on YouTube, I'd do THIS

Try Dash Hudson for free with my link! www.dashhudson.com/features/v... | If I started over on KZbin from scratch in 2024, I would definitely do a few things differently. It’s not that I have regrets (okay, maybe I do have ONE regret) but I definitely think that I could have grown my channel much more easily and much faster. So today I’m sharing 5 things that I’d do differently if I was starting from scratch on KZbin in 2024.
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📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕
00:00 do I have any regrets? Well, kind of
00:53 welcome back to another coffee chat!
01:19 #1 my ONLY regret about my KZbin growth
02:38 your subscribers might be dragging down your CTR
03:05 use THIS posting schedule to grow
03:58 #2 I would learn how the algorithm works FIRST
04:28 here’s how the KZbin algorithm works in 2024
05:54 THESE two metrics determine the growth of your channel
07:36 the best way to track your social metrics
08:48 #3 I’d focus on entertainment over education
10:54 #4 I’d keep my business model simple (to start)
12:24 use THIS monetization plan to get started
13:46 the next step to level up your income streams
14:43 #5 I would take consistency seriously
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[@In_The_Hourglass]

I started my journey a week ago 😁 I have 19 subscribers! And I already feel so connected. If not now, when? Just do it! This is my motivation to you 💪😀

[@melissaanowai9419]

Not anymore, babe! You now have 20! lol Can’t wait to watch you grow!❤❤❤

[@In_The_Hourglass]

@@melissaanowai9419 🥹🥹🥹 Thank you so much!!! Do you make content too?

[@livelaughsmilerepeat]

I just started with 10 sub😅

[@nv3127]

"Entertaining enthusiasts rather than educating students" love this idea

[@vlogsbykuku]

Just started out 4 days ago, it's never too late 🌠 thanks for the inspo as always!

[@imallierambles]

Love your style. New sub here. 😁

[@vlogsbykuku]

@@imallierambles awww, thank you so much for subscribing, appreciate it 💌

[@ReidCoxChannel]

Just subscribed!

[@toofewacres5690]

Thank you for this. My channel has been slow going. Mine is about gardening and indoor plants.

[@vlogsbykuku]

@@ReidCoxChannel thank you 🥹💓

[@EveryFurtherMile]

BTW...I LOVE all the graphics you're drawing and adding to your videos. They help me so much!

[@haileybcrowder]

Agreed!

[@alex-wittman]

Happy birthday, Katie! We're so lucky to have you--thanks for sharing your expertise!

[@Willies_Copper_Kitchen]

Happy Birthday Katie just had my 50th yesterday and my son turns 33 tomorrow .

[@ifofanah1]

After watching tons of your videos, I've finally published my first video :D Wish me luck! Thanks for all the guidance you provide!!

[@Jack_Clemans]

You advice to post videos that help people to get invested in you as the creator is SO GOOD! I make personal finance videos, so I assumed my viewers just wanted the education/information. But my highest viewed video is also the only one where I talk about my personal experience. Thanks for the reminder and keep it up! 👍

[@StubbornToLiveAGoodLife]

ugh!! yes yes YES! just hearing the fact it took you 14 years to get to a place where you're happy makes me so excited to see when that's gonna happen for me (bc i'm like doing this my whole life. its such a genuine hobby for me) I have a video talking about doing KZbin for 6 MONTHS coming out Wednesday for any newbies wanting insight. hearing your story makes me so excited to see how mine will unfold

[@Pinkybellesplans]

Happy Birthday, Katie 🎉🎂🥳🎁😊

[@GoodnessinMotion-pg2ur]

Thanks very much! I'm getting closer to 100!

[@TeaLeafReader]

You also have to remember that the KZbin algorithm constantly changes. The algorithm today is completely different from the algorithm 10 years ago.

[@AndreaMichele65]

Happy Birthday! I hope your day was the best day ever.

[@madebymalayka]

Wanted to wait until the video was through before I commented. You're a lifesend, Katie! ♡ I started an authortube channel (focused on writing my books) and I'm so glad you mentioned leaning into Entertainment more than Education 👏🏾 I'm doing YT Shorts and I've already gotten 6 subscribers and 1K total views in about 2 weeks of posting 🥹

[@katie]

thanks Malayka! that is awesome - you're seeing so much progress already :) congrats on your hard work!!

[@madebymalayka]

@@katie thank you!! 🩷💜

[@ojkjunior]

Being a youtuber is my dream since I was 14 years old. I'm so happy that now I can fully enbrace this dream job. I've posted only two videos last year, got a little nervous and stressed, almost quit. But thankfully I'm posting a new video monday, have already recorded four more of them and I'm planning to post seven in July. So excited with my 56 subscribers!!

[@_PeaceWithMiah]

New KZbinr here. We got this! 🔝🌟🤎

[@Spyder_Web_Weaver]

I know you probably get this all the time but I think you are beautiful. I say that in a respectful, none stalkery way. I love your vibe, glow and energy. You are one of my favorite all time youtube crwatoers that educate how to be successful. I have seen many others and you definitely own your space of the youtube stage. Very well done. Not to mention you are also very good at motivating people to pursue their interests as a online content creator. Without people like you the rest wouldn't be as good as they are or could be. Something to think about and others should realize that and give you and other teachers more credit for the work you have put into the community. Highly valued.

[@Moneyfromzero]

Happy birthday! I absolutely loved this video. You just got a new subscriber. Thank you!! I also just started and was really feeling the same about being more personal on my next video. I would love to hear your thoughts on tags and the importance of reaching new subscribers or not, unless you’ve already done a video.

[@DiscoveringTheFoothills]

Funny I’ve been reflecting on my 21 years as a realtor & constantly think “I’ve not utilized my time efficiently on social media”. Yet when I started in real estate no one was making daily videos. My new analogy is Next play don’t focus on yesterday!

[@ReidCoxChannel]

I started my channel almost 2 months ago and this was super helpful! Thank you!

[@Kaurcreates22]

just became #74 for you and even watched some videos to give you the watch time! my goal is to reach 1000 by the end of the year without quitting because some days it feels hard to keep going when there are no results for your time and effort but i will keep trying to reach 1000 by the end of the year without giving up hopefully i can do it 🙏❤

[@ReidCoxChannel]

@@Kaurcreates22 thank you so much! That’s my goal as well! Excited to support each other… just followed as well 😊

[@TheLifeSheLoves]

Happy Birthday Katie. Wishing you a year ahead filled with love, laughter and where everything you wish for comes true. Thanks for all the inspiration you provide.

[@alex.duetsolutions]

Entertain enthusiasts > educate students 🤯🤯 this was gold!

[@letsgotravelflow]

Started my travel account a month ago. Thank you so much for making this video, very helpful!! I can't wait to inspire my own community 😍

[@benwlan]

Happy Birthday Katie, regards from Berlin, Germany 🇩🇪 😊

[@WanderlustSurgeon]

Happy birthday, Katie! Thank you for sharing your wisdom. This video had so much! I've been in a publishing slump for a variety of reasons but that is ending. I hear your message loud and clear about consistency. I'm entering a new era!

[@rachbronson]

Happy bday Katie! And also your horcrux analogy hit hard haha 🙈😅🫶🏼

[@itsgivinggrowth]

Happy Birthday Katie!! I've been watching you since before I even started my channel and you've helped me so much! Cheers to you :)

[@kandekore]

Happy birthday!! 🎉 I really like your videos, the right mix of entertaining and useful

[@D.Fay_Coe]

today you win the internet for using the word "horcruxes" in the context of building businesses. Well played Katie. another reason to love your content. I'm currently just focusing on youtube and a much smaller secondary focus on IG. Trying to build back into a regular posting schedule but not a daily posting schedule. that got to be a little much.

[@katie]

haha i'm glad someone appreciated it! thanks!!

[@lesliechavez4606]

Happy birthday 🎁🎂❤

[@klarali]

Happy birthday Katie! And thanks for another great and inspiring video. I appreciate what you do so much and always find your videos so helpful.

[@polska_mama]

Happy Birthday ❤

[@LiveYourLife407]

I’ve just posted my 3rd video, and since I started, I follow you ❤ Your Videos are so helpful. Trying to do my best to improve everytime 😊

[@tomdmann]

Happy birthday Katie! 🎈🎂🎉

[@otherworldlyfiction]

I might be two days late to watching the video, but happy birthday. ☺

[@DENADAGRACIA]

Happy belated birthday 😉🎂 I can't help but watch your videos all the way to the end, they're so helpful, I took tons of notes

[@PhatChic]

Happy birthday. My bean to cup machine is my best friend. Still newish to this but not getting hits or subscribers but still enjoying the learning curve

[@iamanamikad]

I started last month once again! Your videos are immensely helpful ❤

[@MuthaPrepper]

This is so great, I've been on a start + stop journey with YT, this is inspiring to get back to it and try again!

[@heyitshaliyo]

I just started my weightless journey series on yt and I appreciate your tips! Also- Happy birthdayyyyyyyyy

[@inioluwae]

HBD

[@nikoledanielle]

Started a few months ago and really loving the process. Focusing on streamlining my editing so I can post a bit more frequently. Your content is always sooo helpful Katie thank you and happy belated 🎉

[@jessicamontez1746]

Happy birthday Katie 🎂 🎉🎉🎉

[@allthingsbronwyn]

just started vlogging and this helped lots !! thank you

[@dear_dannyy]

Happy Bday!! 🎉

[@Naturalstatehealing]

Happy birthday Katie!!! Thanks for such great tips!! I just picked up my channel again for the first time in years! I’m feeling discouraged starting again but these tips are great. I appreciate it! ❤🎂

[@frenchquilter]

Happy birthday Katie and thanks for the great video!

[@RositaKleineIsFine]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KATIE!!! 🥳btw you look great. I appreciate the info. I'm too just starting to be consistent in making videos weekly. 😁

[@saharaweekly]

Happy Birthday!!! Thank you for the awesome video

[@MTGCollectorsCorner]

Great video Katie! The CTR and AVD explanation was really helpful!

[@AnneJutras]

☕️Happy Birthday Katie 🎉🎂Great advice, I like your planning schedule and your suggestions on experiment others style of content. 👌

[@RobinsonKris]

☕️ Thanks for this great video, Katie

[@sabrayne]

This is so helpful, thank you!! I started off posting vlogs for fun a few months ago and then tried a couple more "searchable" videos on topics that interested me, and it has been so interesting to see the algorithm at work!

[@MarketingHarry]

Happy Birthday, Katie! 🎉 Thank you for the opportunity to learn from your experience! If I started from scratch on KZbin, I’d definitely follow these tips. Very helpful video and invaluable advice for new and aspiring creators! 🚀📈

[@Parker-Green]

Happy birthday Katie!

[@jemellee]

☕ and happy birthday, Katie!

[@whatmeganlikes]

Happy Birthday!

[@katie]

thanks Megan!!

[@indielee2678]

Happy Birthday!!! Absolutely love your content.

[@sarahconard5894]

I always love when you post, you drop SO MUCH useful knowledge in an easy-to-understand way that makes KZbin feel approachable! HBD and thanks for all your hard work! ♥️

[@katie]

thank you Sarah!!

[@manisha-GT]

Firstly, Happy Birthday😂 Secondly, I had to stop the video and tell you that your videos are entertaining and educational. I do learn a lot from you and just the way you speak clearly, your doodling and your overall videos grasp and keep my attention. So thank you for your dedication and attention to detail. Keep up the good work :)

[@DeliciouslyFierceMedia]

Happy Birthday Katie!🥳

[@alenaondrejko]

Happy Birthday Katie! New sub! You’ve been so helpful for me lately with me starting out, and growing my channel! Hope you have an amazing rest of your week!

[@polska_mama]

Loved this video

[@ZoeandJoey]

Happy bday Katie! 🎉

[@Lil.miss.thrifty]

Happy Birthday! Just started mine this month. Thanks for the tips!

[@sergioin3D]

Is that today?? June 25th :D that’s awesome, happy birthday Katie! Thank you so much for being a very aware point of view

[@alex.duetsolutions]

Happy Birthday Katie!! ☕️☕️🥳🥳

[@Chennjm]

I started over this year. I totally agree with you. Starting over is hard. Titles and thumbnails are still a struggle lol. The growth is really slow, but I’m so hopeful for the future. Great video as usual ❤

[@Candee2024]

Happy birthday🎉 thanks for the gems💎! Based on the way my channel is going so far, you are so CORRECT! I’ve taken notes today. Thanks again😊

[@MonicaMolinar]

Happy Natal Anniversary! Thank you for the informative content. Best wishes for you as you move forward. Cheers!😊

[@DahlianaMoira]

Happy birthday! Love your informative video like always! ❤

[@apalmerjr051974]

Happy Birthday!! ☕️

[@christieraper5472]

That was helpful, thankyou and have a great birthday!

[@imallierambles]

Happy birthday Katie! 🎉 Thank you for all your encouragement and knowledge. Cheers to many more amazing years! ❤

[@johnnypezona9513]

Happy Birthday! 🙂

[@boldblondfro]

I love CityNerd!! 😮

[@Melodie_Richards]

Happy birthday!! 🎉 watched until the very end, I love your videos!! 😊

[@katie]

thank you Melodie!!

[@alicepirola7077]

Happy Birthday 🎉 Great video ideas...

[@xoxo_ShayRenee]

I’m excited. 🎉 Thanks Katie. Love your tips! Already thinking of some outward/inward content ideas. I became more serious about my content a few months ago. This is very motivating and giving me the extra knowledge I’m looking for. Happy Birthday also!

[@maglo1212]

Happy B-Day🎉

[@theflyingcorktx]

Happy Birthday, Katie!!

[@sandraking856]

Happiest Birthday Katie! 🎉🎂Thanks for another great video 😊

[@shannonloveofficial]

Happy birthday, Katie! 🥳🎉

[@AmyJohnsonCrow]

Happy Birthday, Katie!

[@CityWalksNYC]

Happy Birthday!!🎉✨

[@user-tg9en3py6v]

Happy Birthday!! 🎶🥳 Very timely and helpful info- thank you. 🙏💕✨

[@johnsprehe9664]

Happy Birthday!!! and thanks for the video. 🙂Great information and well presented

[@Somara72]

Happy Birthday Katie!💚🌷 So inspiring to watch for someone like me that is just getting started 🙏

[@zakdavismusic]

Happy Birthday Katie!🎂

[@RealMoves_TV]

Happy birthday🎉🎉🎉

[@ashcheeks]

Happy birthday!! 🥳

[@fortunaastral]

omg thank you for making me feel better about my click-through rate LOL.

[@kofidotse]

Happy Super Birthday Katie🎉

[@katie]

thank you!!

[@mybackyardisdisney]

Trudging along! 327 subscribers.

[@facesbyven7994]

Happy Birthday 🎉

[@jackievybez]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!🥳🎊🎉

[@tparris74]

Happy birthday Katie 🎉🎂🎁

[@Padagogikrockt]

Happy birthday! 🎉

[@sab1632]

Happy Birthday 🎊🎉

[@Itisbriannaj]

Happy Birthday!!!