Welcome to YouTube 2024: Let Me Show You How to Win

If I started a KZbin channel in 2024, this is what I'd be doing.
The 1) thing I can do for you right now is this video (my guide to planning REALLY planning your year): • Full Guide to Planning...
Here are the things I've gathered for you:
PERSONALIZED HELP 📈:
My strategy for winning on KZbin: • Welcome to KZbin 202...
Business/personal consulting: radicalyt.com/
IDEATION 💡:
My SEAS method for picking winning ideas: • How to Pick KZbin Vi...
AI-backed customized-to-channel ideation + titles: vidiq.com/nateblack/
RUNNING A CHANNEL ⚙️:
The free template I made (and recommend) for running a KZbin channel (ideas, production, timeline, goals): clickup.pxf.io/c/5015775/1909...
RECORDING 🎙️:
Microphone I use in videos (I rarely do any audio processing, and the room is only lightly sound-dampened): amzn.to/47PBzvz
Mic arm for the above: amzn.to/3GjdYYi
Lav mic I've used for hundreds of videos: amzn.to/3utYCgV
Lighting really good for talking head videos: amzn.to/3uBbZw0
I also share more outside KZbin 🧡:
Instagram (behind the scenes): / thatnateblack
X/Threads (thoughts): / thatnateblack
Chapters:
0:00 Picking Your Craft
1:52 Positioning: 4 Ways
7:22 Rule of 10
8:50 1: Ideas With Attention
11:39 2: Packaging to Attract
13:41 3: Standout Delivery
16:51 4: More $ = More
19:37 5: Blind Spots
#growonyoutube #radicalcreator

[@ThatNateBlack]

Here's the list: The next most helpful video right now is this (my guide to planning - REALLY planning - your year): kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3PYi5Kbp81oi7c IDEATION & PACKAGING: My SEAS method for picking winning ideas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/paerdoVvdpaah80 AI-backed customized-to-channel ideation + Titles: vidiq.com/nateblack/ Thumbnail tool very similar to Photoshop, but a fraction of the price: affinity.serif.com/en-us/ RUNNING A CHANNEL: Here's the custom KZbin template I made for planning an running your channel (free): clickup.pxf.io/c/5015775/1909706/16855 RECORDING: Microphone I used in this video (I didn't do any audio processing, and the room is not sound-dampened): amzn.to/47PBzvz Mic arm for the above: amzn.to/3GjdYYi Lav mic I've used for hundreds of videos: amzn.to/3utYCgV Lighting good for talking head videos: amzn.to/3uBbZw0 PERSONALIZED HELP: Join VIP waitlist so I can let you know FIRST when new spots open up (the last time I opened it to the public on KZbin, it sold out in 2.5 hours): radicalyt.com/ You've got this!

[@Woodhousebodybuilding]

Thank you for all this! I’m trying to decide whether my bodybuilding channel should be more about my journey (hero) or teaching, younger lifters things I’ve learned over the years (teacher). Would it be better to focus on one or the other or try to combine the two?

[@greyghostgamerz]

I'm curious if you've done a study on how endscreen elements impact subs/views and which option generates the better result: Most Recent vs Best For Viewer vs Choose Your Own. Great content as usual!

[@AlvinTWatkins23]

Hey Nate

[@melsholeparody]

Would you consider setting up a monthly subscription for Radical or is it something you're already considering for the future? It will help those of us on a fixed income and could include the Ai coach like you mentioned VidIQ has. It would be cool and I'd definitely subscribe. Your tips for us small creators have helped me a lot and the aforementioned was an idea/suggestion I thought of so we will have access to more of your help 😊

[@Diversetop]

6:12 Like me for example ?

[@thebrogrammer2077]

I felt like I just paid $997 for this youtube video

[@creepybaldguy]

I think Nate is the real unsung hero that truly helps youtubers without half-ass answers without half-baked ideas, but real helpful strategies and what to focus on. He might not be as big as vidiq or channel makers, but he just gives you the information expecting nothing in return, but your time and attention and the hope that he helped you.

[@TheTruth_By_Prosper]

I think he made channel makers what it is today.

[@DesignedByMayo]

Sing it! 🎉😂

[@wytdyk]

People often make the error that they define a "big" channel by the number of subscribers. NO! It's the number of VIEWS on their video's what defines if they are big! Nate Black's channel outperforms "big" channels like ThinkMedia, VidIQ or Channel Makers in views compared to the video's of that "big" channels within the same time frame! Subscribers are a Vanity Metric!

[@OdLuisMarcano]

​@@TheTruth_By_Prosper I agree

[@avid.venture]

Agreed!

[@KevinNordstrom]

Gone are the days where you could upload anything you have a passion about and grow a large audience. It's now become a strategic game and a highly competitive job. Great video and wonderful tips to help us learn and grow as creators.

[@GrowingBonsai]

Is that true though? If you really have passion and basic editing skills.. Buut, what do you call a large audience? For a hobbiest online getting 20, 30K audience to me feel large?

[@clunkydoo]

@@GrowingBonsai how it works is simple. lots of people who have nothing to offer this world or no interest in gaming do indeed make a gaming youtube channel and post lots of garbage content everyday. so that means for us real passionated gamers, there is higher difficulty to be seen bc bunch of people who wont even be around playing video games in the next 5 years do still take a space on youtube. same for every category. if we could remove the brain rotting content tiktok stuff that would be a better place for people who provide actual good content

[@TheRealJavierNovoa]

@@GrowingBonsai way to prove that guy wrong! Great channel bro!

[@JakeOvEarth]

You can indeed make a living in 30k subs. 10% of 30k is idk 3k? Each paying $5 that's 15k lol. So the math is easy. Idk what average sub to patron ratio is but seems easy past 10k!!​@@GrowingBonsai

[@shaigluskin1225]

Wow, so much content, so coherent, so actionable. And you just get the feeling that Nate is genuinely rooting for you.

[@archvaldor]

He genuinely is. He couldn't remain this enthusiastic for so long.

[@TheWellnessWhispers8]

I totally agree. he is helpful and nice

[@ultrapidge]

This video was so good I actually took some notes like this was a class 1. Pick your craft. Choose something you want to share that is... -----Something you care about -----Something you want to get better at -----Something to make income or grow your brand 2. Decide if you want to make shorts or long-form videos. You can't do both. 3. Decide how to position yourself -----Hero - you’re going on a journey and the rest of us are watching. ------Performer - You are entertaining the audience by creating something new. Think most video essayists. ------Teacher - You are helping people get better or learn something. ------ Commentator - You are shedding light on something that already exists. This is reactions, discussions/news videos, and documentaries. 4. Rule of 10: Pick 10 videos, publish them, learn from each, adapt going forward, repeat. Make sure every video is either something you're proud of or something that will accomplish your goals 5. Pick ideas with built-in attention - SEAS Method. Spread, Excitement, Audience match, Simple. ---------Every video must fit 1 of 4 categories: Demands attention, Tried & True, Worth Results, or makes you Come alive 6. Make content your audience already wants, then package it (title, thumbnail, first 15 seconds) so they find it. -------------Use the right tools (VidIQ) -------------Be Excited ------------- Describe the thumbnail in a single idea. If you can't redo it. ------------- Test to see what works. Be relentless! 7. Deliver everything in a standout way. Pick between improving your editing (wide appeal, lack of depth) or your presence (Dedicated audience, less generic, but less growth) 8. Find how to build income. More money = more ability to serve people. Build an audience that values what you do. 9. Vision - have additional perspectives to help you see what's working, as well as to keep yourself stable during rocky times. Hope this helped someone!

[@Teresa-B]

Thanks!! You're awesome!

[@alicepirola7077]

Thanks so much 👍

[@magnificent_kimberly]

thank you!

[@wanderlust_rides]

Amen Nate! And a radical year to you too!

[@sampleonlinecontent2071]

3 reasons I love this video: 1) Self-deprecating humor 2) Stating the obvious while blowing my mind 3) The game-board-style visuals to help us see the whole journey 4) Incredibly dense actionable advice

[@Brian.Milligan]

So, are we to guess which one is the reason you don’t like the video?? Or do you just struggle with numbers?

[@bonjourtasty]

Whoa so much amazing information! I'm going to have to rewatch this video and let it sink in. Thank you Nate! Wishing you a radical 2024 year as well!!!

[@AdamLevyGuitarTips]

Thank you, Nate. Really excellent stuff here.

[@DymeDigitalMedia]

Nate, thank you. You’ve done a version of this type of video for the last few years and they just keep getting better. Love!

[@VickiONeill]

Wow! This was a TON of value in a short amount of time. You over delivered as usual, Nate! Thank you for being so generous and sharing your resources with us!

[@bonnie.loveday]

Your videos are always so helpful, but this one was fully loaded! Wow, thanks Nate!

[@XrayGamingReviews]

This is the longest video I've watched that I feel like was worth it the whole time. Well done.

[@Ricky.Pestana]

So much value my man! Thank you so much for this!

[@CoffeeandPhotographyTalk]

A LOT of good information here - thanks Nate!

[@DioDiablo702]

Now another type of channel that I am running is a hero channel. Thanks, Nate!

[@Xillin]

I've been saying for a while now that there are 3 types of content on KZbin, and all content fits into 1 of the 3. You took 1 of those types, and broke it down into 2 different version (performer/commentator). It's brilliant man, I love that you have further defined those roles so people can more accurately pinpoint themselves on youtube. Great stuff Nate.

[@therealpaulreiser]

Great stuff Nate! As usual... I feel like you are talking directly to me! Very timely for my journey. Definitely LOVED the way you broke down the 4 Ways to position the channel! Thank you for the extra effort!

[@dadandsondoitall]

Thank you for all you do! We continue to learn and grow everyday! All our best everyone!

[@MrFredsDIY]

Great timing with this video Nate! As the year is winding down I'm sure many creators (myself included), are looking toward January and the new year with our video pipeline of topic ideas, reflections of what worked and didn't in 2023 as well as major goals for 2024 in mind. This video reminds me that there are deep processes and intellectual considerations at every level on this KZbin journey. Thanks for the video!

[@GamerGrade]

Thanks Nate, your positive energy is infectious ❤

[@kyberkreeper]

I took notes; I will be putting all of this into practice. My endless thanks for you sharing this knowledge, Nate! (and for free!)

[@living_silence]

This is GOLD, thanks Nate! ✌Hero, commentator, performer or teacher.. I've never thought I had to pick one to have consistency but now that I heard you I understand how important it is!

[@tianaveevlogs]

making your own channel was a really great decision and im so glad you did it. this content is so helpful!!!

[@avid.venture]

Thanks Nate! You’re a legend!

[@Mariemoni4]

You literally just gave me such an amazing idea as you went through the rule of 10! I can’t wait to try it out and see how it goes!

[@NuHorizonC8]

Awesome video Nate! The Delivery realization really hit home for me in particular. When I started making videos on my channel a year and half ago I focused alot on the edit part to make up my lack of presense I felt I had on my videos. This helped alot especially with some of my how to videos I made. Now im starting to shift more towards working on my presence and getting better at expressing my delivery and excitement in videos. Ive actually found that as my presence improved, my need for alot of editing started to go down which allowed more time to improve other parts of my videos. Definitly focusing on one first than the other helps push you farther and faster as your skills improve. Thanks for reconfirming a good process I was already doing! Looking forward to your next video!

[@wildlyimaginable]

This video is why you are the Teacher. I can see exactly where I am at each step and where I need to improve. I’ve watched other Utube experts try to define what you just did so succinctly. I wasn’t left confused or unsure of how to implement this process. High 5s dude! So good!

[@dadandsondoitall]

Thank you for all you do. It will s greatly appreciated! All our best!

[@DrewProject]

Your setup, lighting and video quality in general is so much better than when you were with channel makers! Glad you’re still doing your thing man! Been following you (not channel makers) for a few years now, although i might have commented once or twice tops lol. 💪🏻

[@cookingitreal]

This is one of the most helpful videos I have seen! I have already watched it twice and it is causing me to take a hard look at how and why I am creating content. Thank you, Nate!

[@SomethingOutOfAlmostNothing]

This is one of the most helpful videos on the subject I've ever watched. Thanks, Nate!!

[@scottyarellano]

This was really next level, Nate. Thank you!

[@UnityGymOnline]

By far the best video for KZbin creators that I've seen in a long time. First video I've watched from start to end in a while. Liked and subscribed 🎉

[@MamaRosie]

It official! I’ve watched every video on this channel (and am rewatching some so I can actually apply all this fantastic learning)

[@TochSticksMusic]

My favourite KZbin teacher! ❤️ Thank you Nate

[@TanifsThoughts]

THANK YOU!!!!!!! This information gives me so much clarity when it comes to planning out content. I have struggled for years with this and no one has mentioned this.

[@GMAceM]

Once again, I’ve come to a lot of realizations while watching your videos Nate. I’ve got a lot of work to do.

[@Daily15SecondswithJesus]

Nate, Thank You! Your Insight is Amazing and I Love the New Channel and the NEW YOU! GOD BLESS 🙏

[@sharkscrapper]

So much goodness to digest here. Awesome!

[@Dreymasmith]

So much food for thought here Nick. I'll be watching this again with a notebook and the pause button.

[@funnymanclayman]

I've been really frustrated and lost on my KZbin journey over the past 2 years, but I still tune in to hear what you have to say because I know that I can and have done what you're teaching. Thanks Nate!

[@pathofprophecy]

I came across this video on a little vacation trip and I’ve watched it three times within one week. When I get home I plan to watch it again and take notes! Thank you Nate for sharing your insights!!!

[@iamabbiejoy]

This video is SO packed with value. I feel like I need to watch it 5 times to grasp everything. Best video I've seen on this topic. You're always the best, Nate! Thanks.

[@WrestlingWithThe80s]

Nate, you are phenomenal! What a fantastic gift to give your subscribers. Watching this has given me a clearer idea of the site I need to go with my channel…thank you 👍

[@DavidWhitten]

Hey Nate man🤙. Just finished watching and let me say, this is one I’ll have to go back over and take some proper notes on. SO much practical info and advice. Glad you took that extra time to polish this one up. I really think the advice surrounding having supports both inside and outside of YT was spot on👌.

[@FoodFunDiary]

Mighty hugs thanks for this awesome guidance today🤗💜 Aye Sir Nate, I’m going to re-watch again to take notes😁💜

[@yeleoh]

Thanks a lot man! I'm just starting out and the fact that this is the only video I found where the advice is actually something that's actionable is a very helpful start for me. You pointed mistakes that I did which instantly comes to mind of what I can/should have done better instead, which leaves me very inspired for my next videos 😆❗

[@SlotNinjaz]

I’m convinced you are a KZbin scientist and I’m here for it!😎🙌🍀👍

[@laughandlove77]

Just came here to say, I REALLY appreciate the note cards on these videos. One of my biggest complaints watching other youtubers is that they'll put the text up, but then it comes down and they VERY RARELY review them at the end of the video. My brain NEEDS that. I need to see all of the steps over and over for it to sink in and remember it. So thank you SO much for doing that. And also, thank you for not being a perfectionist. I love seeing the little "oops" moments on the cards where you tried to correct a misspelling or something. I do that all the time when I write and it makes your content so much more relatable and human. Thanks for being the best youtube teacher Nate!

[@iva.guitar]

Love your videos Nate, thank you! I am starting serious form next year on KZbin and I am preparing myself with you😁

[@HikingWithKathleen]

Thanks Nate. I enjoy watching your fast-paced videos. You have great ideas and a good presentation style.

[@worstworkshop]

Wow. So original and insightful. Thanks, Nate.

[@interestedinbread3634]

This is amazing. Never seen such a clear and practical break down. Your delivery makes this video even better. I’m working on building a shorts channel and this is making me look at everything differently

[@futebolviajante]

I just found this video and wow... What incredible quality, I'm going to watch the entire channel

[@BaselardFE]

You always blow my mind with how you break down concepts Nate, it becomes so easy to follow and understand :)

[@MB_EDC]

WOW!!!! I don't think I understood all of that - but some great stuff! I'll just have to go back and watch it again. Thanks Nate!!!

[@thetrailheadgarden]

This is a great outline distilled into the essentials. I started taking notes like I was in a college class, but this is much more enjoyable lol.

[@DailyMorningCrew]

This is so helpful! I’m so glad I found your channel. I started my channel to have a community while I’m on this journey of waking up early and getting healthy. I started making some videos that leaned more on the teaching side and they just didn’t feel in line with what I wanted in my channel to be. This helped clarify a lot! I subscribed, and I’m looking forward to seeing your other videos. Thank you!

[@HappyWabbychannel]

I just started my channel few months ago, still learning and adapting. Thank you for this awesome video!

[@withthetrans]

You are the GOAT! Love how you communicate so clearly and break it down so well. Appreciate all you're doing. Like someone else already said: you are an unsung hero!

[@JaredHoyman]

Glad I followed you over here. Thanks Nate!

[@FeefeeDelights9886]

Editing, presence, and a audience mean so much to me, that's what I'm been thinking. Thanks for confirming that. I use to be faceless. I still can't talk as I cook because I have to stay focus. So I use a voice over. Maybe years from now that could change. Thanks again

[@BodybuildingBusinessMentor]

I like how this was set out. The 4 types of channel was a great way of showing it

[@BoutTimeProphecy]

Thank you for the free content, it’s high quality and helpful for me. You’re a hero!

[@JewishSingers]

this was one of my favorite videos to watch from you! I think this will be over 100k in a few days!

[@ImDavidFrancisco]

Hey, Nate. I paused at 7:53 to thank you for the positioning matrix you presented before this time stamp. I've always struggled with the fact I never found advice that matched how I wanted to present myself having in mind my goals. The matrix you presented, especially the "hero" part, is going to stick with me for a long time as I continue to put effort into growing on KZbin. I'm going to subscribe and watch the rest of this video as well as the majority of everything else you've put out. Just wanted to leave this comment so that you know that videos like these are not just a step in a sales funnel, they are valuable even for people who are not in a position to hire someone like you but still get so much. Thank you.

[@StaciRivera]

Thank you, Nate. That first point really helped me! I have been trying to get 5 shorts and 2 long form out per week and find that the shorts are just BLAH. I will take that energy and effort and focus it back into making the long form the best of the best. You ROCK!!

[@MageM4STER-mrm]

Thx, Nate, - once again I feel you nailed it. And once again you've sent me right back to the 'drawingboard' to fix & make changes to my stuff. Once again: Thx‼️

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

This is fun. I've phased out all "how to KZbin" channels but yours. You do such a great job with delivery and information, I pay close attention even if the lessons don't apply to my channel. , tHanks for all the videos....keep the fun going!

[@Havixlol]

im saving this video to really study and watch it over and over to hopefully understand and make everything finally start to work for me on youtube! Love your videos.

[@thecozyintrovert]

I loved this. I was just writing up my KZbin goals for 2024 and this video helped me. I want to work on making more content that I want to make rather than what the algorithm wants (as in doing a mix of both), and I was happy to see that this is actually a recommendation. I feel like now that I am monetized I have more freedom to experiment, and I am so excited for it!

[@PortableProfessional]

Great advice as always, Nate! Always love opening YT to one of your uploads. 🥳

[@eliandkate]

"hands up" - producing content cause you feel you should. That resonates !

[@SaroDogTraining]

Now that is a high-quality, educational video. Bravo!

[@VioletEmerald]

This video was maybe the first one of yours i found 2 or so months ago and i learned SO much that stuck with me from this video. It surprised me so much, as so much more unique than i was expecting when i saw the thumbnail and title at the time.

[@shai-racreates251]

I'm so glad I clicked on this video! I wasn't sure if i should continue posting both long forms and shorts or to just pick one. And just in one minute into the video I got my answer. Now I'm even more excited about my youtube journey!

[@afornow77755]

This is literally (once again) one of the most valuable videos on this subject that I’ve seen on the platform. Easily. I cannot overstate just how unparalleled your insides truly are. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@TheJourneyIntoYouChannel]

Wow, I'm going to have to watch this a few times to absorb all the information. Thank you!

[@3AMCareerCoach]

Thanks so much for this video! Some of your points are not new to me, but you organized them in easy, digestible steps that clarified the process for me, making it so much easier to follow!

[@SuryaTechie]

Thanks Nate, all of your videos that I watched really helped me a lot to grow my channel this year. Still focusing on the iPhone only then slowly spread to another related tech. Btw, I am the commentator one!

[@DiamondChanel1]

I took so many notes! Truly an amazing video Nate. Thank you!!!

[@irunoffroad]

This has got me fired up. I will be trying to action some of these gems over the weekend, Thanks Nate

[@fingerscrossed24]

I stumbled upon this by accident and am soooo glad I did. This information is priceless! My sister and I are in the process of rebuilding our channel and we are going to keep coming back to this video for tips. Thank you so much for creating this❤

[@lightguidanceoracle]

Thank you ❤ especially for the last tip. I needed to hear that 😊

[@DoodlingCorner]

Nate, thank you so much! The 5th category, hero, was such an eye opener. That and picking a content form lane. Today’s video helped give me that added direction. Thank you!

[@SpiritReboot]

This is good. This is one of the most constructive videos I have ever watched on how to actually succeed on KZbin.

[@sky_ravelis]

I love your videos so much! They always stand out from your competitors because you always empower the viewer and never discourage them 😊

[@GrowingBonsai]

Thx again. I find myself returning to your channel ever more. Well done. I hate how you predict that some videos blow up, and it seems impossible to figure out why! (Why some fail, easy. Boooriiing).

[@ChroniclesYT]

You know it's gonna be a good one when Nate uploads a full 20 minute video. Thanks a lot, good sir!

[@windowshoppingwithem]

I agree ❤

[@AmareeLis]

Hi Nate :) I just found your channel yesterday. I just want to say that I really love your enthusiasm and vibe. Love your content too of course! I really love your perspective on this. I want to start my KZbin channel too. The problem is that I don't want to only talk about one niche. All the other KZbinrs that I watch on the same topic pretty much dismissed it and say that will mean I will either won't grow / grow VERY SLOWLY. But, I believe we need to do what we are passionate in. And like you said, produce something I am proud of, AND something that always comes from the heart. 🥰

[@nicksturgeonbooks]

Thanks Nate. This is absolutely the best and most timely of your videos. Super helpful.

[@isaacarchibald5689]

Thanks Nate as Always!! Your video ideas thing has helped a lot!! I’m super hyped to go into next year with the most planning I’ve ever had. Feels good to not just shoot from the hip anymore!! 🤙

[@PlantObsessed]

I just love this channel. I often watch the videos more than once because they are sooo densely packed with information. Thank you. Boop of course. 🎉🎉

[@ailearners]

Dude this channel is so good. Everyone is selling out while this guy is still producing genuine and helpful content.

[@dividenddudes]

Another killer video Nick! :P I love that you use an analytical view on growing instead of just giving a pep talk. I use Affinity Photo and Designer and really like them! I got them on a Black Friday deal for $100 and afaik does everything Photoshop does (at least does everything I need for thumbnails\video graphics). I also love the Elgato Wave 3 Mic, everyone I talk to online tells me I sound better than any one else they talk to. I would also mention DaVinci Resolve...I bought the Studio version for $300 and it has been a great video editing software without the subscription! I am looking forward to you getting your own Play Button in 2024! Keep killing it!

[@LegendNights]

Wow! Your video has open my mind on KZbin classifications and very deep information about KZbin as a creators niches. Now I have understand better on how the channels growth. Thank you for another great video. 👍

[@beachesandpixiedust]

This is so very helpful. Thank you Nate. For all your input this year. I really appreciate it and it helped me a lot ❤

[@TheTruthTableTV]

As 2 content creators trying to grow ourselves as big as we can, thank you for this extremely valuable video. We will make it to the top, I promise you that!