YouTube Tips You Need to ABANDON in 2025

[@ThatNateBlack]

Alrighty, here's what to do: First, why Velio? Ever since Marcus told me about it, I've been closely watching its development, using it extensively and feel I've only scratched the surface of its capability (it's constantly being updated). I've already saved a lot of time using it for myself and clients. I want you to use it longer-term, to see how useful it is over time for you. Because of that, I reached out to the Velio team to get a "stacking" discount available to get for 14 days after this video goes live (the discount will continue for you after you sign up, it's just after these 14 days that it won't be available for other people to get) Here's what to do: Go here: velio.co/?ref=nate Scroll down and select the "annual" option, then if my code isn't already added, add the code "NATE" when you sign up This will give you both the annual discount, PLUS my discount - this is an INSANE value. (Also note if you just want to do a month-by-month plan you can do so, it just doesn't have the stacking value) Why am I doing this? I've already recommended it to my personal clients, and I think it'll be a huge strategy assist and time saver for more people, so I wanted to share. The tool is new, and if you find it useful it can only grow from your feedback!

[@UltimateTravelists]

does the NATE code only work for the annual plan? If I choose monthly it's $35/month, no discount.

[@nspctor7729]

Trusted by the world's top KZbinrs Nate, where are U?

[@Darkkingztw]

Hi

[@naturalwitchery]

They need to let people fiddle with it for a day or two. It’s a pretty big ask for no chance to even really check it out. Also, I didn’t see your discount show up and abandoned my cart.

[@NomadOverNormal]

@@naturalwitcheryyeah I second this. I don’t know what I’m signing up for, or how it would benefit me. I make a living by advising creators with millions of subscribers, and I wouldn’t even test this out yet because it seems like it could risk more than my money, but my time which is even more valuable. If it’s a good product, I’ll never know. And it’s probably intended to be built for someone like me. But I can’t tell what problem they’re solving or why it would make my life any easier. Now if I got to test its functionality without having to sign in, or something… that might make things click. Hopefully this feedback helps the developers. They can always email me for a more elaborate explanation than a comment off a phone.

[@robinsnestradio]

I have learned to stop sending my videos to friends and family and my twitter peeps. They may click on for a few seconds out of kindness, but they dont watch the whole video. My views went up organically, and I am sure my friends are happy that I stopped!😅 Now they click on and watch longer because the want to as opposed to me trying to shove my videos at them. My best lesson that I learned last year!👍🏽👍🏽 Thank you Nate & Happy New Year 🎊

[@WonderWizard1]

Just stopped this as well😂

[@IMFitShameka]

Organic is the way to go! Once I stopped focusing on people I thought would watch and more on creating content for KZbin AUDIENCE my channel improved watch time and subscribers.

[@GladWealthRecipes]

Wow Okay thanks for sharing

[@livinginoklahomacityofficial]

They may also not be your target demographic, which can slow growth as it confuses the algorithm about who your audience avatar actually is. There are multiple reasons this is a bad idea, yet everyone does it in the beginning 😂

[@robinsnestradio]

​@@livinginoklahomacityofficialSo true!! I'm glad I stopped it and had a bit of confidence in the Algorithm in hopes that it would appreciate my channel. So far, so much better 👍🏽👍🏽

[@WhitepepperFarm]

Out of everything you just said.. "Stop making KZbin your sole obsession" is what I need to listen to the most haha! I've noticed that it is getting harder and harder for me to think about anything else outside of content creation. BUT I do still make time for friends, family, and hobbies!

[@Jenamercy]

Subbed now

[@EvelynM-vlogs]

The man who says stop trying to be creative gives us a whole new creative approach to graphics. Just love those art cards. That was brilliant.

[@ThatNateBlack]

Haha 🤣 thanks!

[@tunnel.vision.x]

Damn this was refreshing. So sick of the regurgitated, non-specific advice from other creators. Great video, Nate.

[@EnterThePocketDimension]

Fantastic stuff, Nate! As a former social media manager, I’ve been begging people for yeeeeears to stop inviting their friends to like an irrelevant FB page because of how it messes with the algorithm. Interesting to know that also applies here! Cheers to the New Year! 🎉 Boop!

[@Jenamercy]

Subbed now

[@EnterThePocketDimension]

@@Jenamercy Hey thanks! Unless you meant to Nate's channel to which we also say: Hey thanks! Great dude, great content!

[@fervid.magazine]

YOU TUBE IS HARD

[@royalhistorywithruth]

Thanks Nate for this video! I’m trying to revive my small KZbin channel in 2025, and your tips are exactly what I needed to hear. The part about 'stop telling friends and family about my channel' really hit home-I’ve been focusing too much on that instead of reaching the right audience. Time to put in the work and stay consistent-thanks for the motivation!

[@Richard_FitPku]

I think a lot of people struggle with the having to post constantly. Not over kill, just constantly. The worry that the algorithm will forget the channel.

[@Jenamercy]

@@Richard_FitPku subbed now

[@TheTruth_By_Prosper]

Yeah but I think this is wrong. I have seen lots of channels still getting same transactions even after being away for a long time. I once went off on KZbin for 3 weeks (my longest time off of KZbin) I came back, posted and my channel performed even better

[@Richard_FitPku]

@@TheTruth_By_Prosper how often is a gokd amount. I'm starting to think when you're starting out consistently is the only approach. Maybe when established it's fine but 🤷

[@WovenEuphony]

Among all the similar videos I have watched in the past few weeks, this one is the best - To-the-point, no nonsense, all the valuable information! Thank you!

[@Seunwhiz]

I just love small KZbin creators, we're the most hardworking, let's keep going guys ❤💪

[@TheCupidoClan]

So true. But the results can be discouraging sometimes.

[@JustSheik]

@@TheCupidoClanI agree 😅

[@hyguegael]

Absolutely it's very hardly to grow up but with CONSISTANCY it's very easy. @hyguegael

[@ThroughNapsLens]

So true! 💯👊🏽

[@MikiMoew]

❤❤❤

[@MargareteMiller]

Love this video, Nate. I need to rewatch this every 6 months to keep reminding myself of these important points❣️

[@naturalwitchery]

DO NOT record all your content for one year ahead of time. I actually did this last year on my channel and the results were not good. In the beginning, it was fine, but then it became bad. My numbers and Growth went way down. I did this so I could take a break and that was nice, but in the end, I don’t think that the videos were on the pulse of the community. I had been doing excellent the year before, and it was almost catastrophic on my Tarot and Witchery channel. I could see doing a month ahead or even two months ahead, but being relevant and in sync with the collective consciousness, I think is really important.

[@Jenamercy]

Subbed now

[@bobicus]

Thank you for saying that they are all connected, the performance of one video def effects the channel and other videos. even tho 'support' will always say they have no effect on each other. Great Vid!

[@SerasThings]

I can vouche for the first tip. When I was a game journalist we always wrote our articles with the intent for them to link to other articles. This made older posts have a long shelf life while also giving more context on the subject. It also keeps readers on the site longer where they'll read more and more.

[@MartinIsChosen2]

I created my page in Dec and I'm 5 viewers aware from being able to go LIVE. I enjoy seeing videos like yours that provide motivation and inspiration to keep going .

[@DirtySideGetsDown]

I have come to the realization in the last few months that subscriber count is 100% useless. The only thing it can do is boost your confidence. Once you have 1000 subscribers you can make money and from what I have seen you make the same money with 1000 subscribers as you do with 1 million. It all comes down to watch time. That is my focus moving forward. I am done even asking people to subscribe. If you provide value they will subscribe cause they will want to see what's next. My goal moving forward is increasing engagement.

[@TheTruth_By_Prosper]

💯💯💯 My main focus are Click through rate and Average view duration. Those are the most important

[@mysocalledgenxlife]

Subscribers are not as important as views and watch time…but I have found that as I build my community of subs, it helps the view count and watch time for every video I post. So, don’t forget about them completely. 😊

[@TheTruth_By_Prosper]

@@mysocalledgenxlife 💯💯💯💯💯

[@BenHuntsTrophies]

Thank you so much for this Nate. I used to run a different KZbin channel years ago, and your advice then on Channel Makers is just as useful as it is now that I'm picking it up again. You're the best!

[@coquisanwriting]

I have been working on improving the videos filling in some holes I noticed, updating my channel page, and centering my channel's mission while staying on point, but I also deviated away from encouraging comments that I would read out loud on the show like I did at the start, and I never considered video length as a contributing factor for viewership. This has to be one of the best realistic advice videos I have seen compared to others on KZbin. Thanks.

[@SportsTymeStories-h8x]

KZbin is a marathon for the vast majority of those NEW to it but that certainly was not the case early on. However many of those early adapters are finding it far harder these days. And for the select few, it's still literally a overnight success. Many times of which has ZERO to do with how hard anyone has worked or not.

[@francoiswilliams]

Korrek

[@WheresMyMap]

Thank you for making videos that possess *clarity*. I walk away asking myself "What did I just learn from this lesson?" and can thoughtfully answer that question. I can't say that for many of the other "how to do KZbin" channels that I have sampled. -Daniel

[@ThatNateBlack]

Glad it was helpful!

[@LydiaKeenOfficial]

WOW! Great Video, Nate! Thank you for this!

[@Dark-Light_Ascendin]

I dont burn out.... Because i post what i want, when i want.

[@WonderWizard1]

Yessirr!!!

[@VibesonVibes3]

Just subbed 77

[@VibesonVibes3]

​@@WonderWizard116 Waiting

[@BarrioBuildz]

I supported

[@BarrioBuildz]

@@VibesonVibes3same

[@StockMarketStories-SMS]

Trying to learn from this and continue to grow, thank you for the great content!

[@OpenRoading]

I've been posting daily to our community for a month now. I'm interested to see what the results are long term. So far I haven't seen any growth on the front of video reach and I'm not sure engagement has gone up on videos BUT - I am feeling the sense of community around the channel increasing. ALSO - since I am posting daily, I now no longer feel bad about promoting our members only video (which is a bonus video that goes up once a week) on the community page. Before I was always gunshy about doing that as I didn't want every other community post to be asking people to sign up for a membership. But now, since it's just one out of ever 7 it feels better - AND I used to get some negative feedback on those posts and now I do not.

[@Jar42stories]

Thanks for another great video! Good luck everyone ❤

[@SportsTymeStories-h8x]

Well for the greater good of a Channel, this is a marathon as you clearly stated, every video is not going to be about the Trendy Subject but a part of a Channels longer term growth Goals. So sure, I will post a video knowing well before hand it won't get many if any views but it fits perfectly within the longer Term Needs of a given channel. So it's EASY to try and post what's Trendy but Much harder to see what might be the BETTER long term vision. It's like starting any type of business, we have to decide which Risks to take and why. Then just try and adapt along the way.

[@jey_inkorea]

As a small creator, this is genuinely the first video in a while that I’ve found to be both useful and to the point. :) Thank you!

[@platinum_vault]

Being original and be successful are two seperate needs. I realize that more and more. They can go hand in hand, but not always. I warming up to the idea of getting inspiration from my niche. At least it will teach me something and I love learning. The advice I needed the most: Connect videos more. I started with this idea, but it got lost. Thanks for reminding me, Nate. Also, making a bunch of videos and then publish them over the year, is something I look into. Super helpful tipps, Nate and I love the presentation of your video.

[@MaxMiniTV]

I love that you're always re-evaluating things and assessing what works at any given time. Thanks for anothetr great video!

[@LuketheGamerDuke]

Towards the end of last year (2024) I decided to not worry about when or how frequently I post videos. Burn out is real, especially with a full time job. I get to content recording when I can, I get to audio recording when I can, I get to editing when I can, and I post when I can. The audience will choose to either follow, or not follow, based on quality and content, not how many videos you have.

[@Laissez-faire402]

Did it work?

[@LuketheGamerDuke]

@ Still under 1,000 subs but I don’t feel stress or pressure about posting anymore. I only get stressed when my audio settings decide to crap out on me lol

[@anyweightfitness]

Great video Nate!! Exactly what I needed to hear this morning! Have a great day!

[@ThatNateBlack]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KiwiModulars]

When I created my channel a couple years ago I purposely didn’t tell friends or family because a majority of have 0 interest in LEGO 😂 I was relying on the algorithm to place my content in front of the right people 🤞🏼 And, funnily enough, those friends of mine who were interested in LEGO wound up fining it organically down the line! 🏆

[@thenoisywriter]

Thank you! It was really helpful. I recently started my KZbin channel and there's a lot to learn ❤

[@TheTruth_By_Prosper]

Yeah a whole lot 😊

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

Oooooohhhh I've always wanted a look into other channel's analytics to see how exactly a video is performing! I often wonder if the video is just getting clicks but no retention because view count can be deceiving in that way.

[@EffortForever]

❤ Thanks. You are Awesome Sauce! Thanks for all your advice Nate🎉 and Good Luck to every Creator out there! Stay positive and stuff. 😂

[@ofpower]

hey nate. thanks for the video. i dont know how you do it but you are always coming up with new stuff that impresses me. keep up the good work buddy. you are truly a youtube genius.

[@ThePiggyBankChronicles]

I haven't even told my family I have a KZbin Channel

[@OnboardingInformation]

Shh it’s a secret 🤫

[@emmahillstv]

Thanks im new hear this is Making a lot of sense im learning a lot❤❤❤

[@sarahschmoelz]

Small creator here trying my best at documenting my life!! I love these tips! :)

[@RoadReality]

Such great tips, Nate, thanks! I say "boop the like button" now in enough videos that people know I watch your videos, LOL. Also, "too many types of content" - yep, I can 1,000% confirm that separating out into multiple channels, while it does create extra work... works. I now have TWO monetized channels [albeit still small ones] and the audiences are much happier :D Happy New Year, 2025 LET'S GO!

[@Jenamercy]

Subbed now

[@RoadReality]

@@Jenamercy Thanks!

[@Jenamercy]

@RoadReality welcome,

[@benjaminfairbourne]

the smartest people are able to analyze other peoples success and see what works and notice the patterns of success and then copy what works and apply it for yourself

[@indigoskyholistic]

Thanks for this and your humour. I've said for years on all social media platforms to not just tell everyone to subscribe because they're fake likes. I truly only wish for people interested in my content to subscribe so they actually wish to watch when I post. Some good info here I'm glad to have seen 🙏

[@LivingWithChronicPainAndBeyond]

Nate, please never stop saying "Howdy. Howdy." I'd miss it. Love your sound effects & visuals & the fact you're not playing background music in all your videos which I find annoying. I'm not sure I grasped everything in this video. My videos require a lot of research and dealing with physical limitations makes it hard to create a lot of videos. I'll be watching this one again!

[@ThatNateBlack]

Howdy 🤠 ! Hang in there you’re doing awesome

[@LivingWithChronicPainAndBeyond]

@ThatNateBlack Thank you Nate! 😄

[@Dark-Light_Ascendin]

I'm just gonna keep posting exactly what I want, when I want.

[@clydesianga]

Keep up the good work 💯

[@tylerknowsanimals]

Another excellent video full of great information; thank you, Nate!

[@RickyResells]

Keep going guys. I predict all of the small channels will be big channels by the end of the year 🎉

[@ascottmosley]

Nate!!! Dropping another gem. Love ya bro!

[@LearningandTechnology]

Excellent advice - which I probably should listen to 😊. I'm guilty of several things that I shouldn't be doing. Specifically, I'm a little less focused with my content - I have too many interests that I enjoy sharing. The whole point of my channel is/was to just publish topics related to educational technology - but that can be pretty broad.

[@GenaMarie]

For your point on getting viewers to keep watching more videos, does the algorithm see it beneficial when someone clicks on a card to watch a different video in the middle of a video? Or would that hurt the video performance because they left in the middle of the video?

[@SnapandBoomGaming]

It’s some great advice - what I like to do is record my game playin the weekends and through the week work on one or two videos. This year I want to be more consistent so while the time is available I’m getting as many videos prepped as possible so I can be ahead of the curve when things get crazy I’ll have a back log. Since I’m only focusing on tutorial / guides for games I’m keeping it focused on one to two games max.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel2]

This is your best video yet Nate

[@inspiresoundpro]

Always pure truth from sensei Nate. Its funny to be on the other side of monetized and at nearly 5k subs where you see what Nate has been teaching happen to your own channel. Its like he knows what hes talking about XD .Always fun to come back to the teacher and get refreshers. If you are new to Nate's channel and new to being a KZbinr then stick around Sensei Nate can turn your channel from crap to gold. Also fun to see newbie comments...aah to be young and green lol

[@ThatNateBlack]

Haha! appreciate that!

[@theheartofcrystalrose]

Oh thank you! I feel like I finally found someone with some genuine wisdom and experience not just another video telling me the same advice about KZbin being on eady mode and to use that in my title. I mean that's great if you're into doing videos about KZbin but that's not really my thing.

[@ThatNateBlack]

Haha! glad it was helpful.

[@ShanePlaysTV]

I love your content, helped me grow my channel. I enjoy what I do, so I will do it until I cannot. Thanks for another great video ❤😊

[@UFOBobTV]

I don’t have a niche and my content has a wide gamut so I don’t see how I can connect one video with another. Thus it is doubtful that my channel will ever truly explode on KZbin even though I have over 7000 subscribers. Nonetheless I appreciate your information.

[@c-flat]

The consistency of views outcome is further complicated for me being a musician. I can upload 5 different songs, filmed at the same time, same place, and with everything the same except for runtime, and the song itself. One upload loaded song may get 10 views, another 200. So I am unsure if it was the runtime, the time the video was posted, or the actual song itself that is the root cause?!

[@coolabahwoodworking]

This video was awesome! Love the way you presented! Well done

[@Vintagestashspot]

everyone keep going 💯 there’s no limits to our success 🌍

[@HaleFPVRC]

I’ve been binge watching your videos for weeks, hoping to learn how to make my channel successful. I’m not getting anywhere. Can’t seem to get the ball rolling

[@NanasWorms]

I don't like those end screens that are littered with other thumbnails. It blocks the content being displayed in the active video. I tend to put my related videos in the description or as the first comment. I know that takes extra effort on behalf of my audience. I get some indication that the related videos do get traction fromthis strategy.

[@ejthatgirl]

Making a outro that you can put the suggested videos at the end of your video would help with that, then they aren't blocking anything! I've found if it isn't in front of your audiences faces then they usually won't think to click on it, that's why putting link in the description isn't the best. But whatever you prefer is always the right way!

[@NanasWorms]

Thanks - I'll try that! ~ Sandra

[@jeanshelbybooks]

My theme is motivating others to go after their goals and dreams, so it absolutely makes sense to stay with that topic. Thanks! Anyone who wants a boost of motivation, come on over and be a Jeanie! 💜

[@FunLearningForKids-i8i]

Thanks for sharing. This is amazing. This is some crucial information for growth and development. Currently struggling and looking for additional information and support. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thanks again.

[@magdar4176]

Amazing as ever. And teaching by example :-)

[@Porkys.Powerhouse]

11:01 Did Nate just tell me in a nice way to “go touch grass”? Now I don’t want to!

[@SquiggleScrawl]

Finding a balance between a busy life and creating on KZbin is frustrating, but that idea of making it a project and then taking a break might be the solution I needed. I can't be the only one that spends weeks on a video doing a bit here and there every few days. It's the worst routine, it takes up all my time, yet I get nothing done 😅

[@wealthnotgreed]

Thanks for this! Being a new channel is PAINFUL and it's helpful to find ways to not spend tens (hundreds?) of hours for no views. :)

[@DetroitNinja]

With over 940k subs, KZbin is not easy.

[@laliecrafts]

😊 wow, I was busy planning my content for the year, and I tried to rush myself to get a video out this week. Then my sister asked me, how many long form videos I published last year… It was not one a week😢. So she said I need to then aim for 1 a month😮 . I felt like this will hurt my channel. But you mentioning I need to see what works for me. I’m going to go for it. Work on my Consistency and work up from there😢, because Yes…. I’ve burnt myself out several times and did not hit a single goal of mine😊 anyway thank you for this video🎉

[@egleya]

So useful! And I especially enjoy your creative approach to editing and entertaining way of speaking that really makes me engaged while others' boring babbling really draws away the attention. And you have even prepared those paper 'slides'! Appreciate your efforts a lot! Keep going and all the best to you! :))) I would also love your opinion - I am creating videos about spirituality and nature living, but I am also from time to time uploading a singing or travelling or talking video - so does that work as the 'mxer' you mentioned? :D However the topic behind all of these videos is the same - consciouss living. So should I create separate channels for art, spirituality, nature living vlogs? That feels horrible since it's all ME. And I know channels who really succeeded even with this mixture - like Jonna Jinton. I would be very happy to receive your response!

[@azakaela]

I totally give my audience whiplash darn. But then again, I'm not sure what niche I'm even in because I'm trying to be too original. 😭

[@Vegasbonus702]

Make content that you enjoy cause it’s fun and your passion and you will grow. (Keep grinding) ❤

[@Gozirim_Okoye]

Thank you for this. We will keep pushing till we make it

[@Slurgical_3D_Terrain_Channel]

great video, I'm moving to a new phase with my channel with adding a Patreon for my 3D files to 3D print, this video has a perfect timing to refresh what I need to do.

[@0oWookieXo0]

Working hard on my let's play channel and excited for 2025 !

[@learnzimndebele]

Dear Nate, I always like before watching 'cause I'm sure you will give me so much value, THANK YOU SO MUCH!❤💛

[@megan.lifecoach]

Let’s hope this works! I just started a new benefits package series!! 🎉🎉

[@ronvalley1973]

Thanks Nate, howdy howdy, hey, you are so full of energy, very cool, and I've been told that on my channel, ron valley, and, btw, I feel so luck as I never even try to come up with idea's for my furniture repair channel because when a customer brings, lets say, a chair to reglue, that chair, becomes the the new video, the new idea. And after 47 years of doing this full time, maybe I don't need to know how to edit anything, as it just flows and flows.😊

[@TrippyVideosGirl]

I wish I could I could follow all your rules. But my extremely random creativity goes against all the rules and handicaps me lol.

[@reinventyourlifewithmel]

Nate you are hilarious after watching the 5th video of yours and getting entertainment AND learning I’m subscribing ❤❤

[@TheBreakFastProjectYT]

Man I love these videos. Thanks once more for once again bestowing me with more KZbin Wisdom Mike. Will bop the Thumbs up

[@Djunyy]

All the small channel don't give up keep going

[@wellnesswithjon]

Another golden video, Nate!

[@Black66]

Thanks Nate great video!

[@lifeofannelies]

you got me with stop over analyzing the analytics🙈 I recently uploaded my first youtube video 6 days ago and the analytics are so adictive to look at.😅

[@WonderWizard1]

Already guiding us into 2025 😂 , thanks Nate!!!

[@KJVsongBible]

I just started this channel. My analytics are showing that youtube is not even showing the shorts to anyone. I think the only ones who have seen the long form videos are the people I’ve told about the channel (on an alternate channel that is connected to this new channel- same niche). Very frustrating it’s not even showing the channel to anyone in order to give it a chance. I’m thinking shorts might be a waste of time. P.S. I subscribed to my own channel and it hasn’t been shown to me once.

[@In-The-Trees]

Awesome content! Thanks for all the advice!

[@ModelRailwayTrainsUK]

Nate got some coloring pens for Christmas!

[@DreadfulTalesGaming]

Off of tip 1 it’s easy for my niche since I break my videos down into “episodes”. So each episode moves forward based off the previous one.

[@SenseiiBoba]

How about repurposing content from long form videos for shorts? I always feel like if i have a longer video and have small segements that can stand for themselves it's worth making a short out of it that is linked to the main video

[@ThatNateBlack]

Yes good point - as long as the Short can stand alone and feel complete, it’ll work

[@LunarDream_]

Thanks for the tips! Really helpful as a new KZbinr

[@NintendoCapriSun]

"Stop trying to be so original" Haha, I got that one pegged!

[@UnhandledExceptionShow]

Love the tips. Thank you!

[@emmahillstv]

Let me subscribe ❤ you're amazing in sharing tips thanks brother ❤❤

[@Julie.Miette]

Hello! In this video (or another one, I can't say, because you're so good at chaining content) you mentioned using the community tab more. It sounds great, but I don't really know what to post there. I can't find a video on this topic on your channel and that would be very useful to me! Happy new year and thank you for your content 😊

[@IndirachinnusRangoli2024]

Hiii everyone 😊😊😊 Small youtubers let's together here 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@GladWealthRecipes]

120 subbed and waiting 🎉

[@IndirachinnusRangoli2024]

@GladWealthRecipes done by my side Tqs

[@artoftechno]

Hello nate❤

[@ZYTHIVIDEOS]

This video was helpful for me. Thank you.