17 YouTube Mistakes That Destroy Your Growth

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Learn from the biggest KZbin mistakes! In this video, discover the 17 mistakes that could be costing you views, subscribers, and respect. From not making eye contact with the lens to focusing on gear instead of content, find out which mistakes you're guilty of. Don't wait any longer, press record and start your KZbin journey today!
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[@ThinkMediaTV]

What mistakes have you made in your KZbin journey? Let us know below ⬇ 🔥Epidemic Sounds: Get a 7-Day FREE Trial + 50% off 2 months for new personal and commercial plans HERE! ➡ thinkmediasounds.com

[@Akhlad]

By the way, I subscribed via your referral link, their library needs more tracks, and the biggest issue is with Facebook, I got many copyright claims on my videos on Facebook and I had to make an extra effort to contact Epidemic Sound and Facebook to remove them. it became time-consuming for me, instead of focusing on the content, I spent time sending emails plus the stress of thinking maybe the video would be affected if there was a copyright claim. my experience was not that good. they need to work more hard to enhance their platform.

[@LooneyFarmGuy]

I found your channel early on so I avoided a lot of the Big mistakes and helped me correct the small ones . The saying " Learn from other peoples mistakes " is real 😋 Thanks Sean . We should never stop learning 😉

[@HolisticVibeStudioG]

Hola y Aloha 🥥 Will try Soon Gracias Grattitude WOW UR VIEWS 🚀🌱

[@omardesigns15]

using a title besides 10 or 20 or 5 mistakes , is a good idea as well, 17 is kind of real and really counted true mistakes

[@vegan-mom]

I find it difficult to navigate any soundtrack company's version, and was wondering if you know anyone who would be willing to help me figure out how to effectively find songs and music on Epidemic Sound. Maybe even someone on the Phoenix, AZ area and we could get together in person? Please let me know....thank you....Daniela

[@QuizTheBible]

Hey Sean, your channel inspired us to start, we just launched yesterday! God Bless ❤

[@FavoritesWithLaura]

I keep coming back to view this and other advice to help keep me focused. I join VRA earlier this year prior to hitting 1k. I just went up over 4k in subs. ❤

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Awesome Laura! Appreciate you. Let's build in 2024! #VRAfam

[@ItsMyLifeDaralynn]

Shameless to say I tried to be like Sean Cannell for a while and it didn't work . I am not Sean . I'm doing much better after a long struggle since 2016 and have a very long ways to go. I've been a subscriber for a long time and I can see my growth but I'm constantly striving to be better. Thanks for all you and your team do to try to helps us be great.

[@mdrealtorchic]

Not getting started is my big mistake and overthinking. Now is the time, this is the month. I paid for the course years ago and never completed it. That’s about to change.

[@TheCoffeeLABPDX]

You and me bud. Learn from one of my shorts

[@HolisticVibeStudioG]

Hola y Aloha 🥥 Yo That's Me, I Watched Listened behind scene Had Dreams Tried Start , Stopped, Cried Wondered Why ❓ Why Not ⁉️. NOW IS OUR TIME LET'S GO Gracias Gratitude For make us THINK 🚀 You got this SUERTE 🌱 have Fun

[@Wizlume]

Do it! I started about a week and a half ago. Already have 30k+ views and close to 100 subscribers!

[@andyxmunoz]

You can do it!!!!! Good luck! I started mine and just broke 500, it’s a slow grind, but you’ll learn a ton if you just start!

[@AsalKahani]

The journey starts after the start

[@MrShishi]

All the tips where spot on. The eye contact one is soo true. I have a tendancy to stare in space and move my eyes when im thinking. Made me look disinterested and just terrible. Its easy to overlook this when your focus is 100% the script but this seems to me incredibly important. Thanks for great content

[@travelingbeyondboundaries]

I struggle a lot with comparing. I see channels that are just getting started growing so much faster. I have to keep reminding myself that there is enough room here for me and their growth doesn't stop mine. I just have to keep working hard at creating good content.

[@WingsAsEaglesMinistries]

Always enjoy your content and advice. I appreciate the straightforwardness on these videos. You make the video enjoyable as well as informative while not doing like some of the other tip type channels who use their own style. Everyone has their own style they enjoy and to me….. this channel is the best for this subject. Thank you

[@AIKnowledge2Go]

My biggest Mistake was quitting: Jumped into the let's-play area in 2015 but hung up my controller a year later with just 20 subs and a modest view count. Imagine my shock when, after nearly a decade, I logged back in to find 200 loyal subscribers waiting! 🌟 This unexpected surprise fueled my comeback. Now, I'm diving into a new project with a no-quit attitude. To anyone out there doubting their journey, remember, persistence is key! Your audience may just be a click away. 🎮💪

[@inthepocketbass]

All great advice. Thanks for helping us take the plunge

[@ClaytonsWoodArt]

My problem with consistency is that woodworking projects take various amounts of time to complete. I think I should either post every other week or try to pound out a half dozen quick projects to create a bank. The former is probably easier ….

[@TheLampNow]

Great stuff. I learned a lot from this teaching. Thank you.

[@JamesKerLindsay]

A great video. So many great tips. Think Media was one of the first channels I discovered when I started on KZbin. It has always been brilliantly helpful - and I still love your videos. Thanks so much.

[@MrShishi]

I am new to youtube and have 4 channels opps (kids, diy, aquarium, basketball) I should be focused on the aquarium but thought the kids one would be more profitable long term. However after adding 30 videos on the kids and spending soo much time i ended up getting more watch time on one unedited aquarium tour video then all the kids video combined. Which was absolutely unexpected crazy. Moving forwarded my focus will be on the aquarium

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Wow! Thanks for sharing it.

[@EncounterCaneCorso]

Really appreciate all of the help from Thinkmedia. The majority of my KZbin education has come from this channel and a few others.

[@PrasanIR]

I just got blown away with all those points. It just shows your immense experience when it comes to KZbin. I was so frustrated to day before watching this video, now i know that i have committed all of those mistakes that you just said. Thank you for the advise

[@riveralvarez7517]

If you want to be succesful, you just have to find a winning combination. Being a KZbinr is like owning a business, and you need to give people content they want to see. Tough part could be starting and growing your channel, but when I did I had really good strategy (When I post something, I would use a little bit of Famester to make that content go viral immediately). So far it shows really good results, especially on my Shorts channel.

[@TheRealEstateMedellin]

Famester? Please elaborate

[@hartyways]

Great video! I’m actually guilty of a couple of the mistakes you mentioned. Thanks for helping me realign my focus!!

[@SherrysReviewsandResearch]

This is a perfect sized good resource info. Well, well done.

[@portraitgeek]

1. Eye contact with lens 2. Not starting KZbin account 3. Focussing on gear not content 4. Lack of planning 5. Comparing yourself to others 6. Making selfish content (what value does your video add to the viewer?) 7. Weak thumbnails 8. Wasting time during the start of your video, eg. CGI intro 9. Not creating a routine / consistent results / systems / scheduling 10. Going off the topic of your channel to try to earn money 11. Unrealistic expectations: KZbin is a marathon not a sprint 12. Covering too many topics (i think this is wrong since mikhaela Peterson covers loads but is successful, as does Jordan Peterson & joe rogan) 14. Trying to figure everything out on your own- check others for what works (contradicts 5) 15. Inconsistency (same as 9 tbh) 16. Trying to do too many things at once (too many channels or topics) 17. Giving up too soon (he doesn’t say how soon is too soon). Enjoy!

[@onesamband]

14 contradicts 5. I agree. Lots of people tell you to never share your ideas with anyone. How can you get help from others if you don't tell them what your plans are?

[@JoshuaHehn]

How is looking for ideas and best practices similar to comparison? I understand your point of view however I believe that comparing to others means looking at view / subscriber counts. How long did it take for this creator to get there and how long do I take? Etc

[@portraitgeek]

@@JoshuaHehn Much of success is random & down to luck. For every 100 people who do much the same thing to the same level of quality, only 1 or so will see much success

[@meebebe_]

Great advice!! I have such a hard time with the eye contact and trying to improve!

[@SOZASMR]

Yes you are right. Thank you for your best idea and tips, I learn a lot from you now. More blessings to come. Godbless!

[@Akhlad]

Thanks a lot, I really appreciate this video, all content creators especially the new ones will benefit from it.

[@SmartWealthEducation]

Lack of planning and comparing with other creators. Thanks for this helpful video👍

[@EliteHealersSportsMassage]

Good video man. This was very helpful.

[@vibrationoftheone]

This is so helpful. I've been wondering about consistency and then thinking but not over thinking and just posting. I like what you said about "thruline" that's a term in life drawing where you need the energy direction first and then add the details.

[@cultist256]

I want to come back 5 years from now and tell the people then that this actually worked... Because the mere fact that I am Ugandan, I thought I was disadvantaged without all that cool gears, funds , to mention ...you guys have but in my two years of being here, I am learning a lot including pain. Anyways thank you for being in my two years 🎉

[@SanjuTechy]

Thanks broo❤

[@AsalKahani]

Very very true, its been 3 years I am working on KZbin in multiple niches, jumping here and there, where I feel I am not growing, jumping to another.... I think I have realized my mistakes today...

[@silkgauzeartistry77]

This is a great list to mull over as u’re starting, and I’m just starting…thanks!!

[@JustChillbud]

Hitting 1k subs honestly opens your mind to how big youtube is and how much there is to learn

[@EngineerTurnsToInvestments]

Thank you, this is very helpful !

[@TheMentalHealthToolbox]

Great reminders, thanks Sean!

[@tiaturnbullchampionscoachi9587]

Great advice! Thank you ❤

[@42kyalgomas]

Amazing recommendations. Thank you for sharing.

[@proflead]

I've just started my channel and these pieces of advice are so useful! Thanks!

[@createwithpete494]

THANK YOU 😊👍💯 I truly needed this!!! ❤ Go Long Game!!!!

[@thewanjala1family]

Big thanks for the lesson 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TyArtST]

hank you so much for this helpful video! It really clarified things for me. I appreciate the effort you put into explaining the topic. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@johnclay7644]

sorting footage can be made easier with multiple editors (2 etc) good topic, informative content.

[@pimbech]

When a KZbinr asks me to Smash the Like Button, I get the icks. That line really needs to go, its not 2016 anymore.

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Solid point. Appreciate the feedback. 🙏🏻

[@pimbech]

@ThinkMediaTV And note to self: I should've started my comment with giving you kudos for the great list of tips 👍 Take my previous comment with a grain of salt of course! Have a good weekend.

[@essentialMediaUg]

I think mistakes I do is covering many topics wc confuse my subscribers,I've learnt a lesson

[@makemoneywithjoannaleyan]

Thanks for sharing! Keep going.

[@milk2Manna]

#14!!! Also, comparison is the thief of joy..…Truth!

[@Juani-Lo]

100 % agree, especially #9... I always skip intros! They're usually too long

[@travel-lab]

Thank you! Does it hurt anything to go back and change thumbnails and Titles after the fact?

[@LooneyFarmGuy]

That is some solid advice Sean 😃 On all points . You have helped me navigate my journey on KZbin and pointed me down My best path 🤗

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Happy to help!

[@quentinskitchen]

Yes they are all great advices. Mistake 9 about long intros is just soooo, so true. People hate long intros, as I experienced myself. Now I just cut through the chase, barely any intro and get cooking right from the start on my cooking videos :D

[@ChanLengkhcambodai]

Thanks you so much for your information ❤❤❤

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Any time!

[@pridetherapy]

Thank you for your help. I’m at 940 subs in 8 months. You keep me motivated.

[@doodsanddudes]

Totally agree. Just start and you will get better.

[@JustChillbud]

Picking entrainment niche is tough but rewarding if you get it right plus I love making this type of content

[@ammaarahmed864]

this is a dope channel, I have learned sooo much from you guys.

[@MaximSalazar]

Very helpful, thank you so much! 🙌

[@st.ritatv4438]

Thank for this

[@MrThinkImPossible]

Thanks for sharing these tips. I have realized that KZbin is doing what works for everyone else , without doing what everyone else does!

[@ces_05]

Sean,i actually posting my videos but in another platform cause im kinda hessitant at the moment posting it in yt..i do have my plan when to execute it and i think i can still follow this great advice.thank you Sean.

[@GeoTactics]

Great topic. I do feel that KZbin has its own internal way of promoting one video and not others, so it's really hard to tell what works. My second video went a bit viral... enough to get monetized. It took about 4-5 months though after it was released for it to start getting traction. Then a year later it did the same thing again. I've had videos where I spent a lot of time with editing and all sorts of map animations etc, only to get very few views. My content did wander a bit but only because I am still trying to find my audience with less than 30 videos made (some I deleted) I don't have enough content. It takes 2-4 hours of research, recording and editing for every 1 minute of content, and I am trying to hire others for some of that. But it is very difficult. I have just hired by first script to be written and waiting on that to see how good it is. I work about 9-10 hours a day already and making videos on top of that is tough, sometimes it takes a week to get a video released. I want to be more consistent and do 1-4 videos a week, but just isn't enough hours in the day, and I am getting very burnt out.

[@quentinskitchen]

Hey @GeoTactics I have just had a look at your channel, and given the topic I think you could try to make some videos or livestreams on the latest developments of the current wars in the Middle East. There's quite a lot happening in the area at the moment with Ukraine, Israel, Gaza, Yemen etc. To cut down on video editing time you could just record yourself and give a 10 min status update on the Ukraine - Russia conflict, and from time to time show some OSINT footage, military losses statistics etc. Apparently the 2 russian planes taken down this week were actually a strategic trap setup by Ukraine, since your channel is around strategy it would be another topic to cover? Just some thoughts ;) Good luck with your channel!

[@GeoTactics]

@@quentinskitchen Much appreciated feedback. I did start doing Ukraine videos - some I pulled off the channel for different reasons - but since they did not get traction I stopped. It's funny that I've been re-thinking that and looking to do new content on the areas you mentioned... like the new Pakistan-Iran conflict. Much thanks... :)

[@Teamchevy001]

Good advice Sean! Thanks for sharing! Dave

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrHeroGH]

I have to get started with creating my content. I've been overthinking and trying to get everything perfect

[@DINO-888]

Facts…. Thank you.

[@kustominstinct]

good video brother thanks sir!!

[@TheChainTV]

I compare to much in my niche, what i learn is I wont be like them but have to be better then myself

[@JackyNguyen06]

What a great advice🎉🎉🎉

[@ReelDead5156]

Great list! - Mike

[@Affordthehobby]

Holy crap, this is me. I’m the creative director at my church wanting to start KZbin. Finally taking the leap this year. Been thinking of it for like 5 years

[@PiPoL.1]

Great advice. I'm trying to imrove my contents. 😊

[@PorshiaVonne]

We’re in a similar wave length 🤗 I filmed a vid like this on the 1st 💜 scheduled it for Sunday on a separate unlinked channel. I just think it’s cool 🙏🏾 🫶🏽 much love to you guys!

[@makeitcrafty309]

Thank you for making this video

[@ToriksLV]

Last time someone said "-its a marathon and not sprint" missed turn 1.

[@larryestrada5418]

Great video as always Sean.I think you left out one super important tip.1.Keep the camera moving.Everyone will click off your boring video. Super good list.Thanks.

[@chiroxeyhealth]

❤

[@UpcycleDesignLab]

I definitely need to work on my systems.

[@andraegregoire9515]

I have to leave a comment about about mistake #9... there's too much truth to it. The intro to this video is a perfect example of how getting straight to the point makes the video so engaging and it didn't even take any special effects. I've lost track of how many times I forward past peoples intros, where with this video, I literally watched the whole thing through without skipping once. Getting straight to the point >>>> fancy intros

[@MelodyMiroir]

Honestly, all these tips are really helpful. I try to be objective and look at my chanel : I grow but veeeeery slowly and I don't know why. My chanel is in french, is this that ? This year I put a lot of efforts in intro, thumbnails, title, content. Of course I can do better and I will. But at least, I feel that what everybody says about gear or editing is not completely true. I analyze lots of successful chanel and they have all perfect editing and filming. I do my best, but I feel a little bit discouraged

[@ProseAndPetticoats]

Your channel looks lovely! 🤎

[@MelodyMiroir]

@@ProseAndPetticoats thank you so much ❤️ I hope one day I will grow…. 🙏🏼

[@niakiachannell189]

Systems and consistency are my main issues, along with having only 24 hrs in a day.

[@Consupalabra]

Thanks for all the help I'm excited for 2024

[@juicyfreshcornerjfct5380]

Comparison is a killer of creativity 💯

[@letsgetreal4752]

It's a process to look at yourself very closely, but it works

[@ProseAndPetticoats]

I've been feeling a bit discouraged, lately. When someone in the same niche with worse audio / sound posts their first video, I see them getting thousands of views and subscribers within DAYS. It's frustrating. I must be doing something wrong, but I can't figure out what it is. I'm gaining around 50 subscribers a week. No idea if that's a good number. Thanks for the advice. Videos like these are so motivating and helpful 🤎

[@TheBearNecessiTCG]

50 subs a week is way better than me currently. So you're doing good, isn't that 2600 subs a year? Most people are still stuck under 1000

[@ProseAndPetticoats]

@@TheBearNecessiTCG Thank you. That's encouraging :)

[@TyArtST]

Thanks!

[@aminutecare9441]

I am overthinking and perfectionist. So relatable. I need to act now.

[@JustTheilogs]

I’m making content I believe viewers want. My last video isn’t performing well and I don’t know why. Not sure if the algorithm is showing my videos to the right people since I have my cruise videos mixed in and those videos continue to get views. I’m to the point to where I want to give up and get my life back if my hard worked views are a flop. It’s been a year and a half and that frustration is hitting hard right now.

[@wirundunsereziegen]

One additional mistake I found. Your title for mistake number 16. is wrong. It says again "15." Anyway thank you for your content. Helps a lot

Great video thanks 🙏

[@ThinkMediaTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@SeanzViewEnt]

Thanks to think media youtube is a part time job for me. My dream is to go full time

[@man.ipulation_tactics]

Can't believe 🤯 I got "1m views" in 1 day you really cracked KZbin algorithm. Thanks alot

[@Z_Is_Me_Reacts]

This help me thank you

[@TheWholesalingPodcast]

What is the tube like light called?

[@juicybossfights]

i statred 3 channels. hes right. i dont have the energy or man power to run all 3 and its making me rush my main channel. its frustrating though bcz all 3 have potential and 1 is already monetised.

[@kyleanderson719]

Great Video!

[@PositiveOneGh]

Best Idea ever. Think media are real

[@bilaltajik]

I would, simply say, thanks alot and I mean it.👍

[@drustevenson]

I have a question about thumbnail faces. If I'm using a stock photo/AI face instead of my own, is it better to use a male or female face? My channel is educational and geared toward graduate students mostly in their 20s and 30s (law and related fields)

[@MrMxTech]

Bit of constructive criticism Omars Audio way more Crispy than Seans :P

[@kyleanderson719]

How so? This sounds pretty crispy to me!

[@RorysRamblings]

I find planning almost impossible as a travel vlogger. Sure I know what I want to film however, there are many factors that prevent me from planning and most of it is improvised.

[@rishandprish]

Hesitating and not uploading holds you back

[@charisseslife777]

Yes I agree

[@MichaelSuperbacker]

Good Morning!

[@GVerseYT]

Good night sri lanka 🇱🇰 6:41p.m.

[@MichaelSuperbacker]

Wow! Good night! 💤 😴 🛌

[@RavinderSingh-ft5dw]

Superb

[@Rmcbeatz.]

What is your opinion on posting the same video on separate channels but two different titles and thumbnails

[@StephenInks420]

Epidemic Sound was such a problem solver!

[@poodleprofessor]

Good tips. I compare my channel to others and it just gets me down.