New YouTubers in 2023.. you should know these things

[@Senpai]

I could ask a deep question for response engagement but I know I'll get more comments if I just say drop your favorite emoji below.. so let's hella do that. Mine is 😲

[@Thornscale]

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[@AnthonyGoodley]

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[@viztol_]

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[@EspianCeej]

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[@PrtSc]

😳

[@stopwar1]

I love how the intro starts with the you talking about ADHD really got me hooked into the video

[@sixxplays612]

You too huh 😂😂😂

[@matiaschrest2013]

I wish I had this video back when I was starting. I was so mad because I had great content but wasn't getting any attention. 1k was mission impossible. I was lucky when I found out I can boost my channel with initial subs just enough to start getting noticed. I got myself first couple of hundred subs for very low price (personally used fame ster). After that my main channel gain a ton of organic traffic.

[@adonutplaysgames]

Point #5 hit me like a semi-truck. I loved IT and it was my main hobby. Ever since I was knee-high to a duck, I was buried in computers. Building them. Playing them. Everything in between. Now? Slowly starting to hate it. Why? I pivoted into IT as a career due to life events halting my science career goal. I monetised my IT hobby by making it my job/career. Holy fucking shit Harris, this was such an eye opener and made me realise the source of all my negativity over the past 2-3 months. Thank you. Seriously. Thank you.

[@mz98snake]

Cars used to be my hobby but was also my career and grew to hate it. Now? Computers is my hobby and hoping to get into content creating while I’m a heavy equipment mechanic as a career lol.

[@iLL_WiLL_]

"You don't see the struggle in these KZbinrs, because you usually don't find them until they're finished with the struggle." That is a line right there, my friend. Too often we compare our start points to others established points. Like for me, I see KZbinrs' edits on their community page or Twitter and think how are they doing these things while looking at my very basic edit. Thing is, they put in the time and resources to learn and practice before these videos and I'm here trying to do what they did from the very beginning in my journey. And I'm finding out, that simply does not work. You have to put in the time.

[@TechMonkey22]

Gotta say dude, this was one of the better videos I've seen overall recently. General ideas, explicitly food for thought, nothing as a criticism and did a good job feeling personal (as if I was hearing from a coach). Good stuff

[@FinxOmally]

A some tips I have discovered myself to get the ball rolling. 1/ Create relevant content that has a long shelf live, If people find your content a week/month/year from now.. Is it going to be relevant? 2/ Consider about starting by making a Series. I am starting by making series content, 1 episode a week, videos that are to the point give people what they want. Not biting off more then I can chew. And ending the series with a finale to round up the series. Then moving onto the next series. 3/ Find a thumbnail that works for you, then use that as a recognisable 'style' that looks similar to your other thumbnails. If somebody watches your video or likes it, they will recognise it in the suggested feed and that impression is more likely to stick. Result/ If people find 1 of the episodes, they are told early in the video that it is a series and can find the other episodes on the channel. Meaning people who find the channel and like the content are encouraged to go find more in the channel playlists. Meaning that someone just catching one of your videos is introduced to multiple pieces of content. And people interested in the series are more likely to tune in for the next episode. Hope this helps others. 👍

[@JonathanDtz]

These are definitely some of the most unique takes I’ve heard in a while. And you know what? They actually feel genuine. Thanks Harris!

[@sawyercustom]

I've been watching his content for years now, and he's very genuine, honest and straight forward. In a world of fakes, he's the real deal.

[@Khordmaster]

Number 5 was one of the best tips I’ve ever heard. Good stuff! Needed to hear it!

[@johnathanrmarsh]

Glad you were able to get help, btw! It really is a game changer when you realize what you thought was normal *wasn't* normal. Blew my whole dang mind.

[@jadenanjara]

Talking about fabulous hair, that’s litteraly the reason I found your channel. I saw some of your tweets pop up on my feed regularly and I was like « Who’s this dude with a slick haircut » and the rest is history (back when you had your dual lighting profile picture, in your previous house iirc)

[@MaxPalaro]

Work with something you are passionate and never like anything else in your life :)

[@Joennh_]

OIIII MAX, SOU SUA FÃ

[@HowBigistheMap]

So true. I like what I make and that's why I keep doing it.

[@jjghyuftydyt]

Thanks for advice! I'm cutting/cropping Twitch footage of my first youtube video right now. so I wanted a groundwork for where to start. I watched 3 of your videos, and now I feel more prepared to do so. :3

[@Gamingwithgleez]

#5 is great advice. I learned this with coaching football. I played in both high school and college and thought I would love coaching. I did but it just became so much. After 5 years I no longer wanted to watch football and just needed a break from all things football. Its been a few years and I still haven't regained my love for it that I once had. It kinda sucks but I think that love might grow back over time.

[@christianlempa]

I've missed these kind of videos so much, thanks Harris 😍

[@JohnReavesLive]

Just wanted to say I’ve been watching you since I first started streaming 2 years ago and have grown and learned so much from you and how authentic you are. Thank you. I’m now officially a full time content creator and a ton of that is thanks to your help and guidance! 🙌 getting that silver play button delivered this week!

[@mlty]

The last point is definitely a call out, and honestly can be put in many scenarios! I run a small business and find that everything I draw I have to monetise … so I’m trying to have some personal projects which I don’t share and just keep to myself too, which I think definitely helps :) I’m still working on making content for KZbin relating to my art and characters and glad I stumbled upon this, such a useful video! Will need to try that diagram sometime :) thank you for sharing this video with us!

[@dragonien_]

The last one is so important. For me, I've worked in music for around a decade now. And though there are certain aspects of fun to it still, in general it now no longer is. I can't watch music videos or go to shows without looking at it from a business perspective anymore and it is hurtful once you realize it. Make sure you keep something to yourself! Happy creating everyone! And thanks for these videos. 🎉

[@shadowheartart3898]

That's... really quite sad 😕

[@risdesharecolorado]

Thanks for this video - I found you when I was wanting to grow my gaming channel for World of Warcraft. I noticed after playing the game and recording it and throwing it up on KZbin - over time i stopped playing all together. I am a fulltime Uber Driver and rather successful in today's Rideshare environment and so now I am building a channel showcasing my daily drives with earnings and tips and tricks on how i am successful in today's gig economy. My goal - is to be as transparent as I can by mentioning my struggles, my success and my earnings.

[@mobilechaosyt]

#1 should be, “Be realistic!” so many people start thinking about the possibilities without any free time to do the one thing that has to be done. Making content. While I understand how much time is required my spouse has unrealistic expectations. 30 min once a week is what I’m allowed to use for creating daily long form videos. And she still says the content I make will allow her to retire which is unrealistic given the time I’m given.

[@jaboris2536]

"what im allowed to use"? what the fuck?

[@PatrickHoodDaniel]

The hobbies to job statement is so true!

[@duckiezoomie]

I love that you started the video immediately with your ADHD diagnosis! My boyfriend just got diagnosed as well and I immediately saw him less depressed and more able to do all the things he wants to do after getting professional help

[@MatthewPlate]

0:22 Magic (works until you forget to take it and then you're doomed)

[@BeyondTheGuitar]

+1 for Harris getting back into guitar 🤘 I know those early alpha gaming days were a huge grind for you, brother. And there was probably a ton of frustration and doubt. But I have very fond memories of watching your streams and videos back then. Keep crushing it, my friend

[@StartingLineup_]

That last one is sooo important. Great tip, not just for a social media career but just life in general.

[@sawyercustom]

I really appreciate this video. While you are echoing things others have said for years, it also shows how true and important those things are. The neat thing about quantity over quality is the quality gets better the more you do it, so it'll naturally improve over time. The niche down is my hardest point. I've got 5 niches I'm playing in and it's very difficult to keep up with everything. I've spread myself thin trying to throw my eggs out as far as I can, staying away from the one basket thing. in that though many pages suffer due to lack of attention. (that quantity thing) As time goes things will balance out I hope. again,,, thank you for all your efforts in recording and teaching. the content is priceless information, and great entertainment.

[@ZeshaePierTalks]

What a great video Jake, thank you. Still trying to figure out my niche, but we'll get there. Your videos are so helpful and that last tip really hit home. Crazy how things get ruined when money (the thing everyone chases) gets involved. Keep up the great work

[@JonDaiello]

Whoa. Thanks for sharing your path! I’ve been working on video creation for about 4 years now, and hearing you say it took a long time…several times takes so much pressure off! I really appreciate someone like you sharing the real-life path you had.

[@sarahjoy6123]

Thank you sooo much for these good tips! I enjoy what content I post but I was getting burned out and trying so hard to not make my videos to get monetized. I struggle a lot and you helped me see that just doing something I love and have a passion for, it doesn’t matter how many views, subs, or likes I get as long as I love it! 🥰

[@TormentedVet_Reactions]

Finding out what value your audience is looking for and providing them with that value consistently is the best way I have found to grow my channel. 12k+ subscribers in a little over a year. Could possibly be faster but it works.

[@frankyfantasticmedia9718]

I love you saying to find something you love doing without worrying of monetising it! Respect for that!

[@rjseven]

I love this. I started watching your advice in 2020 about what it takes to being a content creator and in there you stated " you should probably be doing more" and at that time I was just doing twitch. Well since then I've learned how to video edit on filmforth and started uploading content on KZbin now and there's been little progress with glimpses of boosts here and there. I'm 6 months in on this venture and I'm enjoying the hell out of it. Really glad to always get tips with your videos I feel like I'm on the right track every time I decide to challenge myself to do more and follow advice.

[@PMR]

My ADHD brain hearing Harris 👁👄👁

[@holmescope]

It’s so true though, that first 15 seconds was my same exact experience on finally getting on medication after 25 years… it’s remarkable

[@sun-eye]

He has to be careful. Being on Adderall could start off well but end up as a nightmare. It would be best to take it early in the morning because it lasts so long that it can interfere with sleep. You WILL lose a lot of weight due to the lack of appetite. If you suffer from any blood pressure, then it's a no.

[@shinryukenYT]

He doesn’t seem any different in this video. It’s normally pretty obvious to tell if someone is on something or not

[@Bennieexplore]

​@@holmescope i start year ago with ADHD medication. Tip take Elvanse

[@Jeopardized]

Keep making content

[@MoonFaceNick]

I’ve been making videos for years now about beating 100 games every year and I like the idea of cutting those huge Playthroughs up into 10 minutes highlight reels. Thanks Harris!

[@Bernatchly]

I've only watched 12 seconds so far, but Immediately I had to say I can VERY much relate! Got diagnosed in March at age 42, with ADHD (primarily inattentive). Made a whoooole lot of sense for me, and glad I pushed myself to get diagnosed! Meds so far have not been working great (Concerta rather than Adderol), but I knew it'd be a longer term experiment for me. Concerta kinda fucked me up too much and gave be some real bad anxiety a few weeks back to the point of a mental breakdown, which I don't think it's meant to do ;) I've had friends with it that have taken meds that say it's life-changing; I just haven't had that happen yet..

[@LimitedSpectrum]

I was diagnosed ASD 2 years ago at age 40. It's like... my mind was a fogged up mirror in the bathroom, and it was finally wiped clean so I could see myself. Keep trying to find the right medication; it'll be worth it once you get it just right. But finally being aware of it must be quite a relief. Not knowing why I was the way I was made life so much harder!

[@jexadox]

yes! thank you. im already following a lot of this so its super nice to have the confirmation im on the right path :) ty for making these.

[@queenielh]

As a fellow recently diagnosed adult, I felt the same when I started medication. One word of caution: be mindful ❤ just because you CAN now do the things more easily that were hard to start or hard to finish before, that doesn't mean you HAVE to do all the things. Remember to recharge, too.

[@bryonsview]

What a great video! I loved the last point keep something you enjoy un-monetized! I just rebranded my channel from a finance channel to a yard and home diy channel. I hope it works out!

[@BanterSage]

Welcome to the ADHD train. I actually went off medication at a young age cause I didnt want to have to rely on medication, and even if it were to help me nowadays, im always worried cause of the common side effects of it

[@BossZander]

my Adderall makes a big ass difference for school but damn it can make me feel like shit and less social. hard to decide if it's worth

[@BanterSage]

@@BossZander yeah ive been pondering getting medication for school, but since im in college now and its something im more interested in, I hope that its easier for me to remain focused

[@DoughnutDragon]

Yeah. The side effect of not being able to feel any emotion at all and a doctor that shrugs that off was enough to stop me from taking meds ever again.

[@VoidG7867]

I appreciate this. I have ADHD as well. I honestly still struggle with meds. I have been doing KZbin for about 3 years, and have just this past year seen the most success. Knowing that even after your early success. You still struggling was an eye opener for me. So thank you.

[@TheCoachis_BA]

I feel like more people need to follow #5. There needs to be separations from your online persona and your private/family life real self. Keep some things to yourself. There's no need to overshare too much.

[@morten_exe]

Another great video from Senpai Gaming! Harris can you talk about: - hashtags (how many and what hashtasg should you use) - video length - is reels still hot? - is SEO hotter than ever on YT? should I use more words in the video description Would love to hear your thoughts on that :)

[@chrishickorymusic]

These are all great tips, and you’re so right about passions feeling more like jobs once you start to monetize them. I’ve struggled with finding the balance myself and it can actually be a really bad feeling. Good on you for bringing it up

[@JohnQuatro]

I got diagnosed and prescribed Vyvanse a few months ago, and my thoughts after a month were the same lol. “How did I get to where I am professionally, with the way I used to do things?!😅” Great video too :)

[@xmikemac]

Are you having any problems getting your Vyvanse? Adderall and Vyvanse are almost out across the country…I e been waiting weeks for my XR.

[@dylandoesgames]

This is some really good advice. I started posting videos back in 2016 and haven't even gotten to 500 subs yet. KZbin is really frustrating at times so this advice helped. The only thing I'll say is I've always been on the fence at niching down. Cause just me as a person I can't stay with 1 thing for too long or eventually I'll get bored of it. Plus my worry is that people will only follow me for that niche and not me, so when I decided to change things up, they'll all leave. Plus I have no idea what to choose for my niche

[@hadesblackplays]

so, i've been thinking about this because i always wanted to make... content, but i struggle with the motivation and like the... technical side of it because i dont have great equipment. my laptop is from 2015 and it cant run premiere for shit, but your approach to the venn diagram, the ikkigai -meaning of life as japanese call it- is refreshing and down to earth. thanks man!

[@spurgaming5400]

You know, I'm so glad you started out with the ADHD thing. I'm in my 40s, and I've honestly been wondering here lately if that was an issue for me. I've found it really hard to focus on projects I am working on or see anything through. Its like my head is so full of different thoughts that I'm pulled in a million different directions, and I drop one thing to work on something else, only to drop that one later. Idk if that is what ADHD is like, but it's really been creeping in the back of my mind.

[@JosephRooks]

@@NobodyHereButUsChickens Making assumptions about what's "likely" about a stranger is not very helpful - there are actual tests that people can do to get the answers they need.

[@AugustSixth]

I appreciate this video ! This is someone just starting their content creation journey this year and these are questions I have thought about , and some I now can move forward thinking about. Regardless, I am excited to grow and learn new skills.

[@GearSeekers]

"Let some hobbies just be hobbies" This one hit pretty hard

[@Valla451]

Adderall is not how "normal" people think. ADAD traits and tendencies can be managed by healthy habits. Medication can help get you on the right path. But is not a long term ideal solution for your health. Always speak to multiple doctors. Good luck.

[@TheeRealBooda]

Lol I thought the same thing. Adderall is only perfect on vamp life

[@Firamiel]

Great video!! I am starting dance classes tomorrow with the mindset of not wanting to monetize it in any way and also allowing myself to suck at it and just have fun lol

[@dramaoflife]

Thanks so much for making this. Very encouraging

[@TergoLive]

So, Harris’s videos from back in 2019 taught me to make a youtube channel to help my overall exposure. Before that time I never thought to make a youtube channel and was only streaming! Now I have over 4k subs and 2mil views in total. I really appreciate that advice Harris gave back then and now. KZbin is a Marathon not a sprint FOR SURE. Thanks for the video Harris!

[@MiachelWithLove]

Love these tips! I especially love the one about not monetizing every hobby. That is huge!

[@TheJunkLink]

Very nice tips man. Especially the hobby thing!

[@StraightUpRC]

Patience is key and rightfully #1 IMO... in a world where everyone WANTS what they want FAST - I told myself NOT to push it and keep going on a steady pace so I don't burn out fast. 2 years later - 1200 subs - and steady growing at about 20 to 40 more a month. Can't complain...! I learned most if not all my content creation tips and tricks from this very channel. And these tips are right on the money.

[@ConstantPursuitDaily]

I got diagnosed over a year ago. I felt like I fought with one arm behind my back my whole life! Best wishes going forward

[@BorrietheBlade]

Harris, real talk dude. I hope the diagnosis didn't derail you and the family. Something like, regardless of it's outcome, is a big deal. Yeah, maybe leading the video with that wasn't the more right way to start but at least you understand and if folks stay then they're true fans of your work. Thank you for the video and thank you for the content thus far. You've brought great knowledge and enjoyment to my YT consumption over the last 4 yrs and can't wait to see what's next.

[@AI-News_education_daily]

Great advice especially the part about not monetizing everything

[@EternalDestination.]

Nice video, To all the new youtubers out there! Keep pushing and never give up, you can do it!!

[@AidanLaGrasta]

I like the 3 things to ask yourself that you mentioned: 1. What are you good at? 2. Do you love to do it? 3. Can you make videos about it forever? These 3 things really intersect like the checks and balances, if one is untrue then the others will suffer.

[@jayvbooth]

Wow thank you. The diagram concept was perfect for what I needed.

[@LizzardGaming]

Great chat Harris, thanks

[@SaintedWhisper]

Man Harris I can say every time I listen to your Advice, I find myself having to backup and really think about everything I do on here. So many times I get discourage or overwhelm with the content that 1. As you said we find people when they have been through their struggles and 2. Being smart with our time. Thanks for always looking out for us❤

[@Idorac]

I'm about 4 months into the journey you called out at the beginning... it gets even better

[@harryruns1]

This is great advice, thanks! Good luck to everyone else trying to grow their channels 🙏👌

[@TwistWG]

This actually helps a lot! Thanks so much Harris!

[@fanaticure]

That "don't stream all your hobbies" bit made me chuckle cause sometimes people suggest I play games on stream and I'm like "no... I like games too much"

[@renezannini]

That´s it! Thx man! Always on point!

[@steveforwarduk]

I love being a musician/guitarist. I get pay checks for it, but I don't really love it any less. what I do find however, is the enthusiasm at having to constantly re-represent myself. that's why I'm finding live streaming harder, and moving towards creating better youtube videos. Kind of like the Beatles ideology at the end of their touring days, "let the album tour the world..."

[@karusso03]

Timely advice Harris. Great stuff!

[@midnightsky8400]

Great tips and a great video- Fantastic thumbnail by the way!!

[@JSAbbott]

OMG! The beginning 🤣 I thought the same thing when I was first put on Ritalin for my ADHD (late twenties). It felt very odd. 😅 I can definitely say #2 worked for me. I niched down until I had around 5,000 subs and then I started expanding on what I was doing a bit (still related to my original niche). Now that I have over 10,000 subs I feel a bit safer to expand every further (still related to my original niche).

[@WhiskeySugarBitters]

Thanks a lot man! Enjoyed this and feel very inspired 🙂🙏

[@fcontrerasdelataille]

Congrats, great video and awesome attitude! Cheers

[@Insight_Gaming]

I relate a lot to you my man. Love the videos. Keep up the grind.

[@DreadCaptainJames]

Man, hobbies...yep that's gonna be my focus again. Great advice, needed to hear that

[@VigneshPT]

The 4 circle Venn Diagram and the 4th one of those points to find something that you can do a lot of, hit me real hard

[@PauloRuvalcaba]

Great tips man! Glad I found your channel!

[@JillMcKeever]

Selling and sharing what truly lights you up is a tricky business. You have to care more about what you're interested in than what other people or platforms think. The moment you start working for more LIKES, more subscribers, sponsors, affiliates, for Platform monetization: JOY OVER. Creativity for what you love dries up. You're no longer a Creator, you're a content creator. I love watching McKinnon, Hardcastle, and Heaton when they are actually talking about photography. The moment they get up in their heads about keeping their audiences engaged, they fall prey to the dashboards, They stop being photographers. We're all fond of food and paying our bills, I get it. I'm there. It's just tricky selling your soul.

[@glenlanorias]

"find something you enjoy.. and just enjoy it.." - that is one good reminder there.. thank you for this video.. .

[@Trickydickie86]

Thank you so much, this has helped a lot. Already putting ideas and things out there, and yeah, results are good, :)

[@h2oQueen]

Thank you 🙏 Wishing you success Harris

[@lstephen]

Vertical plug in info alone was worth this video wow ❤ thanks so much for a value gem!🙏 Subed and liked and looking for more!

[@Annoxium]

Good tips! I am a starting KZbinr in 2023, and I can safely say this gave me a lot of valuable tips. I'll keep these in mind!

[@RhyTokes]

Very insightful Harris! ❤🙌

[@ninjajou10]

i just realized that since i uploaded my 1st vid on dec 2014 and got monetized june 2023 this means that i too got monitized 8 years later.....(not counting 2-3 months in 2017 where in total i got 19 cents)

[@TheSpouseSaga]

This was perfect and just what we needed to hear. Thank you for the advice🙌✨

[@shinejnn2]

Thid video made me realize that having goals is important and very helpful. Thanks for reminding it!

[@sandro5437]

sounds about right. wish I could be less self concious about posting videos and fear ruining my corporate job career

[@RedMxrcy]

This was so helpful to hear after being in a little bit of a low vibe with creation and feeling like I’m at a plateau. Great video!

[@yuckyhamsandwich]

I am in the struggling stage. Thank you so much for this tips.

[@SweetPhil]

Finally someone being honest that quality of videos isn't important. Quantity is astronomically more important. People have been lying about this for years, just to make them feel better about themselves. Like their videos are so much better than anyone else so they deserve the success that they lucked into. Quantity, timing, algorithmic luck are the 3 most important things in regards to KZbin success. Glad to finally hear a successful youtuber say this to a large audience. Im not done bitter person who failed and can't get views. Im a full time creator who all those things led me to where I am today.

[@GottaBeFrank]

That last one is HUGE! Since I've been making content, I struggled to find something I can enjoy, without having to record or stream it. That hobby is building Gundam model kits. I haven't built a lot of them, yet, but it is a thing that I can spend a few hours on, without having to think about content creation.

[@TristanL585]

As someone who has severe ADHD, I find it very hard to hold down a job for more than three months, and I would love to do my own thing, and be successful at it, business, wise and financially, and know that I can never be fired or be late for work or work for someone else ever again.

[@shadowheartart3898]

These sound like really good advice. I wish I could actually get around to at least make an attempt at the youtube thing. I just don't have a lot of faith that I can do it. I can't stick with just one thing for long enough. It seems to be working for the twitch stream with my random project changes and arbitrary decision-making... but that's honestly because I do it 95% just for myself. As long as even one person came by and lurked for a bit, I call it a success. Don't get me wrong. I love when people come by, and especially when they give me wacky ideas for whatever I'm working on - but if I was on twitch for the money, my account would have died long ago 😅

[@ThorazoneGaming]

Really needed to hear that first tip thanks man. My video last night didn't Pop off like I had hoped, and to be honest it discouraged me a bit. But it earned me two subs, sure it isn't the views I had hoped for yet but two people enjoyed it enough to sub and 6 people enough to press like. We really do need to give ourselves more grace and patience, and that's not just on KZbin that's in life in general. EDIT EDIT : Also are all of us on KZbin just ADHD kids lmao

[@Gamerrelm1.0_relm]

great advice that is simple and straightforward...much respect.

[@FlyNimbus]

So I have a question for the comments section and Senpai Gaming as well, regarding tip #4: I post dnd, anime/story analysis, travel (occasionally), and want to incorporate gaming vids as an in between to my video essay formatted videos that take longer. Do you think including gaming content (which doesn't do as well as my other content) would end up hurting my channel overall? Or is there enough overlap between anime fans, dnd fans, and people who play video games that it wouldn't dilute the channel.

[@GoblinsCorner]

Wisdom right here, particularly the first point. It's a journey, not a race.