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Creating is 10,000x harder than criticizing.

Anyone can point fingers,
few are able to actually put themselves out there

The critics come and go - creations last forever 🌱

16.05.2025 15:53 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

🚨BREAKING🚨

YouTube is introducing "Take a Break" ads for livestreaming

Creators will be able to:

β€’ Select 1, 3, or 5 minute breaks
β€’ Show a video from a playlist to viewers
β€’ Insert midroll ads into the breaks

26.03.2025 23:28 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

What was your YouTube win last week?

(doesn't matter big or small)

25.03.2025 21:42 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

They have ONE video still being pushed like crazy (200K+ views).

YouTube keeps recommending that single video while ignoring all their new content.

Same topics. Same quality. Algorithm bottleneck.

Has this happened to you?

24.03.2025 17:28 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 0

The YouTube algorithm is wild.

One creator shared that their average views dropped from 5–15K to just 100–400 overnight.

Why? (Check the thread)

24.03.2025 17:28 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The top creators on YouTube ALL have one thing in common:

A small circle of other creators they can trust.

They share ideas.
They give honest feedback.
They celebrate wins together.

Find your circle. It's the fastest path to growth.

21.03.2025 10:52 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

1. Thumbnail triggers an emotion
2. Title creates curiosity gap
3. Hook reveals value in first 15 seconds
4. Story arc with mini-cliffhangers
5. Visual pattern interrupts every 30-45s
6. Clear stakes established early
7. Unexpected twist mid-video

Growth hack: Do all 7.

18.03.2025 15:57 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I've analyzed 23 videos that got 1m+ views in the last 90 days.

Here are the 7 patterns that kept showing up:

(check the thread)

18.03.2025 15:56 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1

Every successful video needs:

- A specific angle or story
- A clear title that sets expectations
- A thumbnail that communicates the subject

When viewers know exactly what they're getting, your growth accelerates.

This one principle transforms channels.

14.03.2025 22:40 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The biggest mistake YouTubers make?

Posting random content without a clear point.

(check the thread)

14.03.2025 22:40 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Best!

13.03.2025 16:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨BREAKING🚨

YouTube testing MAJOR changes to monetization reviews:

β€’ Auto-send yellow icon videos for second review
β€’ Review private videos before public release
β€’ Make decisions within 24 hours
β€’ Potentially get videos monetizing faster

Currently rolling out to a small creator group first.

13.03.2025 16:27 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

BEST advice you would give someone to keep them from quitting YouTube πŸ‘‡

12.03.2025 23:31 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Maybe to serve people watching YouTube on their phones?

12.03.2025 21:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Congrats!

11.03.2025 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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YouTube is testing long-form videos in the Shorts feed.

Thoughts?

11.03.2025 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

The reality of growing a gaming channel in 2025:

91% of them won’t reach 1,000 subs.

"But why? I put so much time into recording!"

Because you're just recording gameplay. No commentary. No editing. No storytelling.

Everyone can record gameplay. Only 9% can create CONTENT.

07.03.2025 22:28 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 2

Perfectionism ruins more YouTube careers than poor content ever will.

Your "worst" video might be your breakthrough.

Waiting for perfect keeps you invisible. The algorithm rewards those who publish, not those who hesitate.

07.03.2025 00:39 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’ve dedicated all 2,000 of these videos to sharing everything we know about YouTube! Thank you so much for being with us!

04.03.2025 23:28 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Most creators focus on titles and thumbnailsβ€”but a hidden metric hurts clicks: views.

It’s a catch-22: you need views to get views. Low views signal "not worth my time."

The fix? Target search terms where expertise matters more than social proof.

04.03.2025 20:23 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Small YouTubers who've been consistently posting for 6+ months, what has your growth journey been like?

04.03.2025 14:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fascinating YouTube stat:

The average video gets 41 views.

Remember this next time you're feeling down about your numbers. You're doing better than you think.

03.03.2025 12:55 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Your choice! I think if you feel comfortable with a tool, adding your personal editing spin is the best approach

28.02.2025 16:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Haha... just make sure you hire a legit designer!

28.02.2025 16:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Fair... The editing process can be quite a pain sometimes

28.02.2025 16:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy Friday, YouTubers!

Rememberβ€”jumping on trends can boost visibility, but make sure they align with your niche and personality. Originality wins in the long run! πŸ˜‰

28.02.2025 11:00 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

If you could hire someone to help with your YouTube channel, what would you have them do?

27.02.2025 19:45 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 11    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨BREAKING🚨

YouTube announces MAJOR ad changes coming May 12.

New system will:
β€’ Show fewer interruptive mid-roll ads
β€’ Place ads at natural break points
β€’ Auto-update older videos
β€’ Potentially increase creator revenue by 5%+

Creators can still opt out in YouTube Studio.

#vidIQYTNews

26.02.2025 22:55 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

YouTube creators:

How long did you wait before uploading your first video?

πŸ”˜ Less than 6 months
πŸ”˜ 6-12 months
πŸ”˜ 1-2 years
πŸ”˜ Still waiting ⏳

24.02.2025 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Dear Creators,

Obsessing over analytics kills creativity.

Your first 90 days on YouTube aren’t about numbersβ€”
they’re about finding your voice.

Stop watching graphs. Start creating.

21.02.2025 12:40 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0