Every one of your points equates to the reason I continue to look forward to your videos. I've yet to find another channel on the subject that does it better than you. Many thanks, Diane. Now all I have to do is get started!
@@RobinsGee that is a very genuine TH-cam comment that you left that's very heart touching as well. Thank you for writing that even though it's for Diane
Agreed - it's certainly to youtube's advantage to spread the love some so they have a larger group of people that people log on to watch. Yay for small channel love these days!
Almost 38 years old here… I really like your videos! I have somehow gotten sucked into the over-40-start-a-TH-cam-channel videos and the algorithm has taken notice lol. I’ve been REALLY trying to focus on my audio and making videos every day to get better, and I couldn’t agree more about audience and purpose-I teach English composition so TH-cam IS writing to me, and there is no writing without purpose and audience of some kind.
Oh, now Eric let's face it.....you're ALMOST with us :) And you're welcome anytime as you're clearly wise beyond your years. Love that composition perspective.... and looks like you're putting that into practice with what you're creating! You go!
Nice video. You seem like a real person. It took me 4 1/2 years to get from 120 subscribers to 1000. I’m at 3000 now. Still a struggle, but I keep going. I like making videos. I know I’m talented what I’m doing. Cannot edit on a computer. Can’t figure it out. But I keep going on my phone.
Diane I just love your BY GOD personality. You have the right balance of sternness and compassion or thoughtfulness with out being overbearing. I also like Alex Lyons communication coach and a few other TH-camrs. All of you guys are great inspiration in your own way.
Hi Diane! Ok. You've convinced me. I'm subscribed now. I really like your energy and tips. I've been watching you a month or two. I liked you right away👍
I’m thinking I should had used a Mr. T voice instead on my channel lol Thank you for all your tips TH-cam is the hardest job interview for some but everyone is hired once they qualify (1000/4000) I have subscribed to your channel because you know what your talking about ❤
Diane, thank you SO much for all of your awesome information in both your past and future videos! I am a proud Gen X'er (just turned 50 this week!) who owns a small online soap business and I will be making my first video to start my TH-cam channel next week when I make my first soap for my spring line-up. I have said I was going to do this for the past three years and have always come up with a multitude of excuses for why I should not, but deep down still really wanted to. So when I found your YT channel a couple of months ago and started watching all of your videos, I knew that I had no more excuses! So now is the time! Thank you again. You are an amazing person who is changing my life! ❤
Hi Diane! Thank you ENORMOUSLY for posting your content; I’ve recently (last few months) started to build my own TH-cam channel; I’m your age and my channel is health related. Just to let you know that I have found your videos super informative and helpful! So many good tips which have upgraded my videos and added to my subs. I’m hopeful that I’ll be able to monetize this year! Your community is also lovely and friendly and make positive comments which is great to find as there can be so much negativity online. Thanks for sharing everything that you have so far! ❤
Thank you for sharing such gems. I just got started In December and so far crickets 🤥 but I'm not gonna let that deter me. I'm gonna keep on keeping on. Blessings
Love to see it, Pam! Yaay! You're learning and growing. And looks like you're finding a little bit of a sweet spot. I'd crank out a few videos that circle around this same topic.... probably safety being a big one and drill down. Use a similar title. And let's see what happens!
@@DianeMoore thanks Diane! What a ride! You and Jen over on silver and solo have given me the confidence. I just put one out and I'm scared LOL. Thanks! This is a lot of fun. At 59 I never would have guessed I'd be putting out TH-cam videos. :)
Thank you for sharing. Though I am not planning to do and You Tube other than watching, subscribing, and commenting, I find you channel very interesting. 😊
I love your channel and your directness. You mentioned in another video you also have a job. I’m curious what kind of work you do. I imagine life coach, manager of some kind or educator. Spill the beans 🫘 lol
Really enjoyed watching this video, so much that we've subscribed! You feel very relatable and I like the way you don't talk in riddles!!! Will check out more of your content. Thanks 🙂
Thank you for your channel, as a woman over 50 starting my own channel! Right now, it's a bit scattered but my goal is to inspire others in my age bracket and my niche (Real Estate as a second career) to be encouraged through the process. It's been such a learning experience, but you inspired me to just do it
Well you've got over 3000 subscribers and a new video that's taking off - that's wonderful! So glad you're inspired - I'm sure there's an audience for what you have to share
What a great video and perfect timing. TBH I have been getting very discouraged and trying hard not to take it personally. I definitely need to work on engaging viewers in the first 15 second. Question: how important are shorts when it comes to gaining views and subscribers? Thank you again, Diane. ❤
You're definitely putting in the work, Caroline! I offered a few suggestions to you in a comment below...hope they help! And as for shorts, I'm really not a good one to comment there. I would only try them as little snippets from your longer videos and then make sure you use the link to the short to that particular longer video. And from the looks of things, definitely still keep your short less than 60 seconds in that scenario (even though you can make them longer now.) I tried a couple of shorts like this like 6 weeks ago or so and they did ok. And then I did a longer short in the same way a couple of weeks ago and yikes... my next long videos was very low views. So I can't say how much is connected, but I've heard others saying that if you're going to connect with snippets, keep them under 60 seconds still.
Shorts will get you subscribers, but your long form videos will NOT get much views. Especially if you have more shorts than long form views. That's what i've observed. Look at all the major shorts creators (with millions of subscribers), their long form videos barely get 10,000 views.
Wonderful video! I think it's your personality your animated speaking as well as relatability help you connect with so many! It's like we're all in the same room and you're talking to each of us.
@ I always think about the time when people did TH-cam and we had to have crazy zoom ins and zoom outs and jump cuts thinking that would keep everyone's attention😂 I wish you the best and yes, you're great on camera. I'm wondering if you have a background with academia?
Excellent points. As both a creator and a viewer I totally agree with the 15-second tip. I have lost count of the videos I have clicked off of in that time period. Thank you!
Hey Diane, I’m in Australia and when your videos come up on my feed that say 4 hours ago or similar, I get excited and can’t wait to click onto it (because I’ve watched all of them). I only have two videos up on my new channel but they’re up there and my TH-cam channel now exists, thanks to you. And one of my videos is me sitting with my hair a mess and doing exactly what you advised not to haha. But I’m really happy to know that now and always open to improving. Also, love your background setting; it’s very inviting.
Well thank you SO much for following. It makes me smile that you’re excited to see a new one! I’m glad you’re throwing caution to the wind and just getting the hard first ones done! That’s tremendous and puts you on a path to keep pressing forward 💥
Great video as usual. As per finding a niche and audience, I am not there yet. But I will consider your advice in reapect to each content I create to target specific groups.
Great job, Diane. You really know how to deliver advice clearly. Thanks for being straightforward and demonstrating quality as you describe it. Walk the walk if you talk the talk, etc. You do it well!
Great tips - thank you. If I may throw a couple back at ya... On video, your face looks a little washed out, so I'd cut the brightness down a bit (reduce your face forward light or adjust in a filter) and maybe play with some color grading. On audio, I can hear you clearly enough and I can tell you have very good vocal quality, but the mic position and whatever audio settings you have is making you sound "less direct", like it's almost recording you behind your back with some boxiness. Basically this is why I prefer using a cardioid mic on an arm positioned just so it's getting my forward vocals. But there may be a way to correct the lavalier audio although I'm not immediately sure how (search on "how to make a lavalier mic sound like a boom mic"). I assume part of the fix would be moving the mic down a bit so it's not directing to under your chin. Hope I have helped back.
Very helpful as a new creator! Thank you! Have you done any videos about how to understand analytics as a newbie? And tweak things (like a thumbnail photo) to see if that improves CTR, etc?
I’m just now going for it with my channel, revamping my niche to encouraging others to go for their goals and dreams. I’m inching up with my subbies and views, but ultimately I’m loving this! I appreciate you and your dedication to help small channels like mine! ❤🎉
Thanks for the link to the microphone. I’ll go back to my videos and see if I’m engaging my audience in the first 15 seconds. That’s a great tip and it makes sense. I appreciated all your tips. Keep them coming. 😊
@ Yes! I’ve been so busy!! I’m still struggling with a niche. Any suggestions? I think I need to work on audience retention. In your video you had my undivided attention. Idk how to do that!! lol
Ha, I don't feel like a natural, but I appreciate you saying that! Hope it's helpful for you as you probably have some more cold, snowy nights coming to make videos 😀
Good morning Diane, 52 here and the algorithms are working! I must say your spot on with your content. This is great information and I've subscribed. Thank you. ❤
Hey, thanks for connecting, Donna! Yes! Just make it and post it! :) You'll probably hate it. But it will be done. And your first one will be behind you. And you can experiment with topics as you go. There is nothing at all magical about the first one - just do it!
@ Wow Diane, the way you responded, I feel like old friends just chatting. I didn't read all your comments and replies but you treach everyone like that. You're totally awesome!
As a long-term utube watcher, I agree, with what your saying. I HATE intros & outros. I just started a channel in Dec 2024, I knew absolutely nothing about editing, I'm still learning. Our channel is about our Off Grid cabin build and life, so it's a very specific topic. I have 146 subscribers and am very engaged with my viewers they are becoming my friends. I guess a lot of success is with the algorithm. Thank you for your advice, you just taught me about end screens lol. Like I said I am a newbie and only have my Samsung phone for everything. Slow and steady wins the race.
Hey Lori, glad you're with me on that one :) And so glad you're doing it and learning rather than trying to learn everything first. Glad your community is building! Thanks for connecting here
Not sure why yt recommended this video, but I watched it to the end out of curiosity. Both my channels tend to focus on what I'd like to see (but often can't find re: content on this channel's content, and absolutely can't find anywhere re: my other channel). Quite frankly, I'm astonished I have subscribers on either channel, and that anyone watches my videos and shorts. My other channel focuses on challenges in life I'm facing and there's perhaps a chance I might be able to help someone else through a weird life maze too, or perhaps inspire someone to start their own channel to share their story, their interests, or what have you. I focus on being authentic, bad hair days and pimples and all. One video featured me talking about being your authentic self while I used pore strips, then a clay mask. Another showed me starting the new year by shaving my head. I agree with you about being authentic and genuine, but I purposely don't have "competition" with other channels and I purposely do the opposite of what many content creators do (such as applying make up while talking and then looking totally different). I'm not looking for views, and have no starry eyed dreams of monetization. All I hope for is that even just one person who needs to (for example) know they're not alone in this or that in life sees my video. And maybe sends me an email or leaves a comment. Or starts creating their own content. I think almost everyone should make yt videos. I'm glad you're heading a channel you like and making content to help others, and I wish you and all your viewers success, whatever that looks like to you / them. I'll be watching more of your videos because, if nothing else, what you say is interesting, you have a pleasant and soothing voice, and views help your al gore ithm. 😀
Well I’m thrilled that you’re confident in your purpose and reason for creating! That frees you up tremendously to pursue whatever approach you want! And I agree completely that the goal is to connect and help - may your efforts produce much opportunity for that
@@DianeMoore Thank you for your kind reply. I think another thing that can free content creators over 50 is that many of us are past caring if we project a certain image or look a certain way. We know who we are, "warts" and all. Many of us don't look our best all the time, or even some of the time any more. Lol. And I for one am not looking for a husband or looking to date. So... no make up or minimal make up, no filters, odd camera angles, different cameras and lenses, pimples, bad hair, shaved head, occasional tears, real frustration, admitting mistakes and struggles is the opposite to a very great number of social media content I've seen over the years. #BeYourself I do admire your consistent excellent hair days, excellent skin days, laser focus, amazing consistency, great lighting and sound, solid content, and fabulous personality though! 😁 And you're over 40! 😊🎉 What an impressive self you are, dear one!
50+ here! Will love to start a channel but it is hard for me to define my target audience. I have tons of ideas but sometimes it doesn't make any sense, or maybe I'm too hard on myself. guess I am all over the place and not sure what to talk about. In the meantime love watching your videos and thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.
I hear ya! And you're not alone on that. The video I posted last week (The Only Video You Need to start a channel or something like that) touches on that some. I'd really encourage you to start making a few videos on a few various topics. Find out what feels comfortable for you to talk about. And then post them and see what happens. You definitely have room to experiment some wheny ou're just starting. As you grow and go, it hopefully becomes more clear what you're good at talking about and slowly.... what viewers will respond to. Gotta just start! :)
Thanx! I am in the middle of the Nancy Cartwright (Bart Simpson's voice) Masterclass for my three puppets (They have faces, I am the only one who is "faceless"). I hope to spread the word sometime this spring. - Roddie -
Thank you Diane, these videos are always interesting and motivational! I'm only 5 weeks into posting with 10 videos and 19 subscribers. It's crazy after 20+ years in the corporate world (and being laid-off), I couldn't be happier doing this. I'm still surprised it's so much fun, and I hope it stays that way. Hoping to turn my TY journey into my next career, 1 video at a time. Keep up the great work!!!!
Hi Diane, Your video really resonates with me. Thanks so much for your excellent tips! I’ve been a content creator for 10 months, and the struggle is very real. I’ve been working on getting better audio each time, better lighting, and trying not to do redundant things that make people stop watching or skipping thru. My niche is cooking, cleaning, and organizing, but I sprinkle in shopping at home stores as well. I’ve also been looking at my analytics and trying to be attentive to my audience. 😊I just subscribed to your channel and can’t wait to hear more from you. Thanks so much.
I sure did relate to the first minute of what you said! I'm still struggling, and I have tried so hard. I'll keep trying and hopefully I will keep learning and doing better. Thanks for the tips!
Great tips, personally I believe that the number one thing is consistency. There are millions of failed channels out there, and the only difference between them and us is that they gave up! It really is that simple, so good luck to all those starting fresh out the blocks - keep at it.
I appreciate a like, a response to comments. There are TH-camrs that don’t, won’t, will never, have never responded to any of their followers. I think that’s off putting. It screams just like and comment to to keep them relevant and that’s all they care about.
Obviously, I'm with you on this one, BL! Seems like a no brainer to me, but I guess it's not that way for everyone. I so appreciate you all giving of your time to watch and comment! Seems only right that I respond. Thanks for connecting!
Great Video! Just a note...The process is much easier when you ARE the Target Audience for your channel content. No searching around for a niche etc. Since I was 10 years old and first visited my 2nd mother's homeland of Brazil, I have been in the learning a new language community. Even now 50 years later I am still the only English-speaking resident in our Brazilian Northeastern village. All the techniques and methods for learning a new language are second nature to me. All available with authority to Educate and Entertain in the pursuit of teaching English. 🙂
TY Diane. This video is so valuable. I’ve been stuck in the 400s for subscribers for awhile 😏. I’m ready to do the work you mentioned here to get more views and more subscribers.🙏🏾Subscribed👍🏾
Hello Diane! I think two reasons you are doing so well (and that your viewers can learn from) are you vocalize gratitude and answer comments. These things build loyalty. I'm much less likely to continue watching a channel when my comments are consistently ignored, or I see the creator never answers any comments at all.
Hey Nancy Anne - I appreciate you saying that. And honestly, aren't those two things kind of no brainers? :) i guess they aren't for some, but I truly am committed to both! And wowee your bread is lovely!
@@DianeMoore I think they'd be no-brainers, too, but I see an astonishing amount of people who just don't. There's a lot you can't control, but that you can. And thank you for the lovely compliment! I'm a niche of a niche- Scoring sourdough. But it's fun and something I enjoy. I started it because I was having a difficult time finding instructional videos to help me. I'm slowed down in filming because of a medical diagnosis, but still putting videos out as I am able.
Diane, I’ve watched several of your videos. Thank you for your welcomed advice. I have been making videos for over three years now. They are cooking videos in my home? I also have a website. I’m pretty green at editing and knowing how to place it together correctly on CapCut, but I’m trying. My question to you is for the new year, should I really continue to go on with cooking videos or go in a whole different area with TH-cam? Can you have more than one channel? Thank you in advance for any suggestions. 😊
Hey Dianne - thanks for connecting. Hmm, you can have more than one channel but you have to gauge how much you can really handle. I personally think it would be a lot to juggle 2. Maybe some of the hints that I share in this video can be helpful to implement and see if it helps to grow views. I know the first 15 seconds is a big deal... perhaps some more emphasis on capturing attention in the beginning? I guess I'm saying don't give up on the current route with trying a few new things to see if things improve a bit. But I LOVE that you're recording and posting and learning.... I would just be concerned that trying to double the work to support 2 channels might make it overwhelming. Make sense?
Hey, I appreciate it! Hope it's helpful. And you're right - TH-cam is not in "easy mode".... (ugh I hate seeing that so much these days because I think it sets people up for disappointment!) but you're doing the work and growing and improving.....that's the way!
Hey Dianne, I’m 36 years old but I totally appreciate your channel. All my videos are flapping and I’m getting so much value from everything that you’re saying.
These tips are awesome! Thank you. I opened my tarot channel almost one year ago (Feb 1, 2024) and it's been a slow climb. To date, I only have 105 subs but by July, I moved around quite a bit, so had not been as consistent as I wanted to be. All that has changed, and we're slowly growing again. I appreciate your wisdom. Thanks, again!
Thanks for sharing. This is some crucial information. TH-cam is really hard. Currently struggling and looking for all the support and information. Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year. Let's push together, let's go. Thanks again.
You’re right- it is hard. I had a faceless channel that went nowhere… seems tough to get traction with those now that so many are doing it … but I hope you can land on some things that give you a great push forward !
I love your videos. Im still stumped as to why one video got 3.5k views and my other videos are in the hundreds or less. But people who watch my videos always give me great feedback.
Yeah, it's a mystery. And things slowed waaaayyyy down for me in December - maybe there's timing issues too? Anyway, I'd double down on topics that are close to what your larger view videos are and push some of those out. Your audience is telling you what they want :)
Nia, maybe your thumbnail or title caught more attention for some reason. Look more deeply into what you may have done differently. If you find that, then you can replicate it in future videos just something to think about! Keep going girl!❤
Always helpful info Diane TY. I created my channel, first vid was awful, I hand held my phone and talked. A month later I published the 2nd video and got 201 views and some went back and watched my 1st vid so the views rose from 10 to 83. I felt great! 3rd vid got 6 views. I'm discouraged BUT I remember you saying, give it time. I can't help but wonder what I did right in the 2nd and not in the 3rd when I thought the 3rd was better. I will see how to 4th goes taking more of your advice from this video. Thx! AND I laughed out loud at "not being the scary person"! You are SO entertaining!
Ha! Well I like to keep your attention 🙂 hey we all have some videos that tank in comparison to others. Don’t be discouraged- keep trying some new ideas and make your titles and intros good. TH-cam is far from a straight line of progress
First 15 seconds. Yep, you're right. One side tip regarding YT algorithm: Particularly when you're a new channel, don't post links in the description. TH-cam wants viewers to STAY ON TH-cam watching more videos. All things equal, videos that have external links fare poorly compared to videos that push other TH-cam videos. Add a few videos at the end of yours, recommending another video.
Really appreciate your episode this week, quick hits with valuable tips, great value and use of my time. I’m learning so much from you! I loved Tip #4, where you were so animated. I burst out laughing at the scary intro!! Look forward to your show every week. Thank you 😊
Yeah there was someone else on here asking about a vlog. I like watching them but im no pro with knowing how to promote them. I’d say as much as you can “specialize” somehow based on location, or a vehicle type, or something along those lines that differentiates yourself somehow, that could probably help. Hope it works for you!
You wanna talk about some slow growth. It took me four years to reach 1K subscribers which I finally did June 2024 and was monetized into TH-cam partner program. No. That dates not a typo 😂. I'm 57 now. I think everyone in their 50s should have a revenue stream somehow or another on TH-cam. You can do it everywhere. Even if you lose mobility as you age.
I’m a TikTok refugee😅 trying to build a channel. This video helped. Thx you
Ha! Well it’s been quite the day but I hope you keep building a TH-cam channel anyway! 🙂
Every one of your points equates to the reason I continue to look forward to your videos. I've yet to find another channel on the subject that does it better than you. Many thanks, Diane. Now all I have to do is get started!
Once you have it mostly figured out, go for it! Don't be like me and wait 3 years. 😁
Wow, that's so kind of you, Robin. as you can see, I feel a little strongly about some of these :) Now go get started!!!!! :)
Oh but now you've gotten started, Kathy! That's the important part
@@RobinsGee that is a very genuine TH-cam comment that you left that's very heart touching as well. Thank you for writing that even though it's for Diane
Yorkshire Scouser here. Check me out
Thank you, Diane. Your experience is invaluable. Especially the 15 second rule, I'm taking it onboard!
So glad it resonated with you! Yeah the first 15 seconds make or break 💥
While I deal with a traumatic brain injury, tackling this platform is difficult. I hope I can continue to send messages of motivation.
I hope you can too! I’m sure many would benefit from it
Same, let me know if you need anything. New problem for me.
I'm watching your videos. Thank you for your messages.
@@DianeMoore thank you very much. You have very good ideas. I believe many will help.
I think they have tweaked the algorithm, because I've been seeing a lot of smaller channels recommended the last few weeks.
Heard someone else say that it's to help smaller channels to have a chance to succeed.
They have!
Yeah, that definitely seems like that's a new thing for youtube. Which is a wonderful thing for new channels!
Agreed - it's certainly to youtube's advantage to spread the love some so they have a larger group of people that people log on to watch. Yay for small channel love these days!
Seen nothing yet...but hoping still.
Almost 38 years old here… I really like your videos! I have somehow gotten sucked into the over-40-start-a-TH-cam-channel videos and the algorithm has taken notice lol. I’ve been REALLY trying to focus on my audio and making videos every day to get better, and I couldn’t agree more about audience and purpose-I teach English composition so TH-cam IS writing to me, and there is no writing without purpose and audience of some kind.
5 paragraph essay format for the win!
I teach Middle School English. 😂❤😊
Oh, now Eric let's face it.....you're ALMOST with us :) And you're welcome anytime as you're clearly wise beyond your years. Love that composition perspective.... and looks like you're putting that into practice with what you're creating! You go!
Clearly I need to be paying more attention to my grammar in my videos, then! :)
@@DianeMoore 🤣 lots of English teachers want a creative outlet and think TH-cam could be it! You are certainly inspiring me.
Nice video. You seem like a real person. It took me 4 1/2 years to get from 120 subscribers to 1000. I’m at 3000 now. Still a struggle, but I keep going. I like making videos. I know I’m talented what I’m doing. Cannot edit on a computer. Can’t figure it out. But I keep going on my phone.
I think I’m real…. I was the last time I checked 🙂 good for you for sticking with it and finding ways to make it work!
@ Thanks.
@saltaeb99 you sound like me. I do everything on my phone. I’m 2 years in and have about 900 subs. But I’m not going to stop.
@ That’s pretty good. Keep going.
We are many here..know no editing skills but keep on going...
I just started my own channel this week - have only made one video so far, so I'm grateful for the advice you offer. Thank you Diane!
That’s wonderful, Crystal. I hope this info is helpful to you!
Diane I just love your BY GOD personality. You have the right balance of sternness and compassion or thoughtfulness with out being overbearing. I also like Alex Lyons communication coach and a few other TH-camrs. All of you guys are great inspiration in your own way.
Well, John Denver, that's kind of you to say - I appreciate it! I do hope i strike a good balance.... though I'm sure some people get offended :)
Hi Diane! Ok. You've convinced me. I'm subscribed now. I really like your energy and tips. I've been watching you a month or two. I liked you right away👍
Well that's really kind of you, BA. I appreciate you watching! And so glad you're convinced now - you can do it!
I’m thinking I should had used a Mr. T voice instead on my channel lol
Thank you for all your tips TH-cam is the hardest job interview for some but everyone is hired once they qualify (1000/4000)
I have subscribed to your channel because you know what your talking about ❤
Diane, thank you SO much for all of your awesome information in both your past and future videos! I am a proud Gen X'er (just turned 50 this week!) who owns a small online soap business and I will be making my first video to start my TH-cam channel next week when I make my first soap for my spring line-up. I have said I was going to do this for the past three years and have always come up with a multitude of excuses for why I should not, but deep down still really wanted to. So when I found your YT channel a couple of months ago and started watching all of your videos, I knew that I had no more excuses! So now is the time! Thank you again. You are an amazing person who is changing my life! ❤
Happy 50th Laura! What better way to celebrate than posting that first video! You can do it! Leave me another comment when you’ve got it up!
Thank you so much! You continue to inspire and help new creators. 🙏
You’re welcome! Hope it continues to help in your efforts!
Thank you Diane-your advice is always so clear and to the point! I appreciate you:)
I sure try to make it that way! Thanks and I hope it helps!
Hi Diane! Thank you ENORMOUSLY for posting your content; I’ve recently (last few months) started to build my own TH-cam channel; I’m your age and my channel is health related. Just to let you know that I have found your videos super informative and helpful! So many good tips which have upgraded my videos and added to my subs. I’m hopeful that I’ll be able to monetize this year! Your community is also lovely and friendly and make positive comments which is great to find as there can be so much negativity online. Thanks for sharing everything that you have so far! ❤
Emma, I’m so glad you’re finding g it to be helpful! And thanks for joining in this wonderful community! I’m sure you have much to add.
Thank you for sharing such gems. I just got started In December and so far crickets 🤥 but I'm not gonna let that deter me. I'm gonna keep on keeping on. Blessings
It definitely takes time and diligence! Good for you for keeping on!
Another great video! My video you commented on the other day is cranking now up to 1.2k views where my avg has been 20😂
Love to see it, Pam! Yaay! You're learning and growing. And looks like you're finding a little bit of a sweet spot. I'd crank out a few videos that circle around this same topic.... probably safety being a big one and drill down. Use a similar title. And let's see what happens!
@@DianeMoore thanks Diane! What a ride! You and Jen over on silver and solo have given me the confidence. I just put one out and I'm scared LOL. Thanks! This is a lot of fun. At 59 I never would have guessed I'd be putting out TH-cam videos. :)
Thank you for sharing. Though I am not planning to do and You Tube other than watching, subscribing, and commenting, I find you channel very interesting. 😊
Well, Debbie, that's wonderful. Thank you! And who knows, maybe you'll change your mind someday :)
Tip 6 is something I've hardly thought about. And I should be obviously! Thank you! Great stuff in ALL of the tips Diane
I know right? I've really been trying to be better at that! hope it helps
Facts let’s support one another
Another helpful video. ❤This journey has been interesting and inspiring all at the same time. Thank you for dropping so much insight.
Hey Tami - I love the inspiring part of it for you most of all! Hope these tips are helpful for you as you grow
I love your channel and your directness. You mentioned in another video you also have a job. I’m curious what kind of work you do. I imagine life coach, manager of some kind or educator. Spill the beans 🫘 lol
Ha! I'm a CIA agent! Kidding.... nah. Nothing exciting, Beth - I just work in the marketing/PR world.
@ well that explains your creativity AND outstanding communication skills.
You are great. I recently recommended your channel on one of my videos. Keep up the good work
Aw thanks. Feels like I've had a few "Mister Weirdo"s in my past, but you're clearly in a different category! :)
Really enjoyed watching this video, so much that we've subscribed!
You feel very relatable and I like the way you don't talk in riddles!!!
Will check out more of your content. Thanks 🙂
Well I appreciate you subscribing! I try to explain things clearly- hope it’s helpful for you
Thank you for your channel, as a woman over 50 starting my own channel! Right now, it's a bit scattered but my goal is to inspire others in my age bracket and my niche (Real Estate as a second career) to be encouraged through the process. It's been such a learning experience, but you inspired me to just do it
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@ thank you :) likewise I love your channel
I’m so desperately bad at crafts lol
Well you've got over 3000 subscribers and a new video that's taking off - that's wonderful! So glad you're inspired - I'm sure there's an audience for what you have to share
I Love your crafts!!! @makeallthethingswithme
What a great video and perfect timing. TBH I have been getting very discouraged and trying hard not to take it personally. I definitely need to work on engaging viewers in the first 15 second. Question: how important are shorts when it comes to gaining views and subscribers? Thank you again, Diane. ❤
I looked at your channel real quick and you are adorable. I subscribed and wish you much success!
@ thank you so so much. ❤️❤️❤️
You're definitely putting in the work, Caroline! I offered a few suggestions to you in a comment below...hope they help! And as for shorts, I'm really not a good one to comment there. I would only try them as little snippets from your longer videos and then make sure you use the link to the short to that particular longer video. And from the looks of things, definitely still keep your short less than 60 seconds in that scenario (even though you can make them longer now.) I tried a couple of shorts like this like 6 weeks ago or so and they did ok. And then I did a longer short in the same way a couple of weeks ago and yikes... my next long videos was very low views. So I can't say how much is connected, but I've heard others saying that if you're going to connect with snippets, keep them under 60 seconds still.
Shorts will get you subscribers, but your long form videos will NOT get much views. Especially if you have more shorts than long form views. That's what i've observed.
Look at all the major shorts creators (with millions of subscribers), their long form videos barely get 10,000 views.
@ thank you so much for the information. There is so much to learn.
Wonderful video! I think it's your personality your animated speaking as well as relatability help you connect with so many! It's like we're all in the same room and you're talking to each of us.
Well that’s a wonderful thought, Jim 🙂 I really appreciate you connecting here! And hope the info is helping you press on
@ I always think about the time when people did TH-cam and we had to have crazy zoom ins and zoom outs and jump cuts thinking that would keep everyone's attention😂 I wish you the best and yes, you're great on camera. I'm wondering if you have a background with academia?
Excellent points. As both a creator and a viewer I totally agree with the 15-second tip. I have lost count of the videos I have clicked off of in that time period. Thank you!
Glad I’m not alone in that, Tim! Even in retired life (I’m guessing) nobody has time for that 🙂
Hey Diane, I’m in Australia and when your videos come up on my feed that say 4 hours ago or similar, I get excited and can’t wait to click onto it (because I’ve watched all of them). I only have two videos up on my new channel but they’re up there and my TH-cam channel now exists, thanks to you. And one of my videos is me sitting with my hair a mess and doing exactly what you advised not to haha. But I’m really happy to know that now and always open to improving. Also, love your background setting; it’s very inviting.
Well thank you SO much for following. It makes me smile that you’re excited to see a new one! I’m glad you’re throwing caution to the wind and just getting the hard first ones done! That’s tremendous and puts you on a path to keep pressing forward 💥
Thank you for defining the target audience so clearly!!😄🙌🏻❤ I started my channel when I was 60 and am growing slower than slow. This is the key!!
I’m glad that resonated with you! Our audience always has to be the center of our efforts
Your WORTHITNESS is always high! Thank you for another great vid... educating AND inspiring! 💖
Bonnie, I'm so glad you think so. I really want these to be helpful.
I started my healthy lifestyle channel on 1.1of this year. Much appreciation for these tips! You are a wealth of expertise. Thank you for sharing.
I’m so happy they’re helping you! Congratulations on the new start, Tam!
Thanks for the tips, they're really useful in growing my channel!
I subscribed. I'm looking to travel soon and I will binge your videos today!
That's great, John! I really hope so!
Love it, Lisa!
As always great content! Thanks Diane - much appreciated. ❤
Hope it's helpful for you Rose as you get us all recharging and thriving!
@@DianeMoore 😍 thanks Diane
Great video as usual. As per finding a niche and audience, I am not there yet. But I will consider your advice in reapect to each content I create to target specific groups.
Heck yeah! Thanks for the advice. We keep plugging away, and hope we all make it there someday!
Hope it’s helpful for you! 🦌
I appreciate all of the tips. I also really appreciate the WW poster in the background! ❤
Ha! She’s an unpaid actor in my videos 🙂 hope the info is helpful for you !
Great job, Diane. You really know how to deliver advice clearly. Thanks for being straightforward and demonstrating quality as you describe it. Walk the walk if you talk the talk, etc. You do it well!
I appreciate your kind words, Fran! I really try to keep it authentic.... I'm not very good at faking :) Hope it's helpful for you and all the hooves!
Appreciate this post. Good luck to all small TH-cam channels out there!
Great tips - thank you. If I may throw a couple back at ya... On video, your face looks a little washed out, so I'd cut the brightness down a bit (reduce your face forward light or adjust in a filter) and maybe play with some color grading. On audio, I can hear you clearly enough and I can tell you have very good vocal quality, but the mic position and whatever audio settings you have is making you sound "less direct", like it's almost recording you behind your back with some boxiness. Basically this is why I prefer using a cardioid mic on an arm positioned just so it's getting my forward vocals. But there may be a way to correct the lavalier audio although I'm not immediately sure how (search on "how to make a lavalier mic sound like a boom mic"). I assume part of the fix would be moving the mic down a bit so it's not directing to under your chin. Hope I have helped back.
Ok thanks, Stefen
Very helpful as a new creator! Thank you! Have you done any videos about how to understand analytics as a newbie? And tweak things (like a thumbnail photo) to see if that improves CTR, etc?
Hey Sarah, glad it’s helpful! I have not yet on either of those topics but i appreciate the suggestions.
I’m just now going for it with my channel, revamping my niche to encouraging others to go for their goals and dreams. I’m inching up with my subbies and views, but ultimately I’m loving this! I appreciate you and your dedication to help small channels like mine! ❤🎉
Congratulations, Jean! That's fantastic. Hope some of these hints help you to keep moving on up!
Hey thanks, Juliana. Gotta just keep making videos - I think that's what helps us dial into what the right audience and niche is for us.
Thanks for the link to the microphone. I’ll go back to my videos and see if I’m engaging my audience in the first 15 seconds. That’s a great tip and it makes sense. I appreciated all your tips. Keep them coming. 😊
You're very welcome, Susan! Yeah, that early hook in the first 15 seconds is SO crucial
Ms. Diane!! This video was awesome. My channel is slowly growing. Just looking for ways to grow. You gave some gems! ❤
Love that you’re keeping at it, Aja! You’re a busy lady!
@ Yes! I’ve been so busy!! I’m still struggling with a niche. Any suggestions? I think I need to work on audience retention. In your video you had my undivided attention. Idk how to do that!! lol
Hello there...
@@neveragetv Hello!!! how are you
A cold, snowy night in Cincinnati☃️thanks for another informative video…you are such a natural!!
Ha, I don't feel like a natural, but I appreciate you saying that! Hope it's helpful for you as you probably have some more cold, snowy nights coming to make videos 😀
Great points Diane! Enjoyed this
Wonderful! Hope they're helpful for you 😀
@ we have been doing TH-cam 4 years and have learned so much and have much more to learn. It’s our retirement hobby. 😊
Good morning Diane,
52 here and the algorithms are working!
I must say your spot on with your content. This is great information and I've subscribed.
Thank you. ❤
Well I’m glad for that, Rambler! Hope it’s helpful for you!
@@DianeMoore I will be perusing your other content as well. Thank you.
You are very sensible!
Ha, I know people who wouldn’t agree with you, but thanks for the compliment! 🙂
Great tips, still finding my way. Thank you!
Glad you're experimenting and trying! Somewhere you'll find a good fit for what YOU love sharing and what your ideal audience is interested in
Diane, I so enjoy receiving your info and most of all your DELIVERY! You have what it takes! Thank you for all your work. 😊
Aw thanks, you're very kind, JC - hope it’s helpful for you and your channel!
Congratulations on your channel growth! Great video.
Hey, I appreciate that, AJ! And I've never seen a channel about worms before! :)
@DianeMoore I'm a cat and worm person. 🙂
Yes Diane please make more videos on how to grow my channel. I'm taking steps to get up and running. Do you have any tips on the very first video?
Hey, thanks for connecting, Donna! Yes! Just make it and post it! :) You'll probably hate it. But it will be done. And your first one will be behind you. And you can experiment with topics as you go. There is nothing at all magical about the first one - just do it!
@ Wow Diane, the way you responded, I feel like old friends just chatting. I didn't read all your comments and replies but you treach everyone like that. You're totally awesome!
Thanks!
Wow - so kind of you. I appreciate it!
I’m only 33 but I still love your videos and channel, and a lot of your advice has been helping me with my new channel 🙂
Clearly, you're wise beyond your years, Alexander! So glad it's helping you as you grow! 😀
As a long-term utube watcher, I agree, with what your saying. I HATE intros & outros. I just started a channel in Dec 2024, I knew absolutely nothing about editing, I'm still learning. Our channel is about our Off Grid cabin build and life, so it's a very specific topic. I have 146 subscribers and am very engaged with my viewers they are becoming my friends. I guess a lot of success is with the algorithm. Thank you for your advice, you just taught me about end screens lol. Like I said I am a newbie and only have my Samsung phone for everything. Slow and steady wins the race.
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Hey Lori, glad you're with me on that one :) And so glad you're doing it and learning rather than trying to learn everything first. Glad your community is building! Thanks for connecting here
Thanks so much for this video! I’m going back in my own channel to make some changes. Thanks so much for all the great information! 😊
Fantastic! We learn and grow as we go, Dana.... hope these hints help!
@ 😉 thank you so much!
Thank you so much fir your kind words of encouragement and inspiration ❤❤❤
I'm glad you found it helpful! Happy to have you here 🙂
Hi...how are you fairing?
You’re spot on ✅✅, imma subscribe
Well I’m glad for that, Daniel. Thanks!
You've definitely captured my attention. I can watch your videos continuously and I'm learning from them as well.
Well, I'm certainly glad to hear that, mz. Nola - I will try to keep putting out stuff that's (hopefully) helpful!
I love it. When I started your video there were only 465 views, less that 500! By the end of your video, 515! Thanks for the great information.
Well, I'm really thankful you were one of them, Ann! Hope the info is helpful for you and your parties!
Not sure why yt recommended this video, but I watched it to the end out of curiosity.
Both my channels tend to focus on what I'd like to see (but often can't find re: content on this channel's content, and absolutely can't find anywhere re: my other channel).
Quite frankly, I'm astonished I have subscribers on either channel, and that anyone watches my videos and shorts.
My other channel focuses on challenges in life I'm facing and there's perhaps a chance I might be able to help someone else through a weird life maze too, or perhaps inspire someone to start their own channel to share their story, their interests, or what have you. I focus on being authentic, bad hair days and pimples and all. One video featured me talking about being your authentic self while I used pore strips, then a clay mask. Another showed me starting the new year by shaving my head.
I agree with you about being authentic and genuine, but I purposely don't have "competition" with other channels and I purposely do the opposite of what many content creators do (such as applying make up while talking and then looking totally different).
I'm not looking for views, and have no starry eyed dreams of monetization. All I hope for is that even just one person who needs to (for example) know they're not alone in this or that in life sees my video. And maybe sends me an email or leaves a comment. Or starts creating their own content. I think almost everyone should make yt videos.
I'm glad you're heading a channel you like and making content to help others, and I wish you and all your viewers success, whatever that looks like to you / them.
I'll be watching more of your videos because, if nothing else, what you say is interesting, you have a pleasant and soothing voice, and views help your al gore ithm. 😀
Well I’m thrilled that you’re confident in your purpose and reason for creating! That frees you up tremendously to pursue whatever approach you want! And I agree completely that the goal is to connect and help - may your efforts produce much opportunity for that
@@DianeMoore Thank you for your kind reply.
I think another thing that can free content creators over 50 is that many of us are past caring if we project a certain image or look a certain way. We know who we are, "warts" and all.
Many of us don't look our best all the time, or even some of the time any more. Lol.
And I for one am not looking for a husband or looking to date.
So... no make up or minimal make up, no filters, odd camera angles, different cameras and lenses, pimples, bad hair, shaved head, occasional tears, real frustration, admitting mistakes and struggles is the opposite to a very great number of social media content I've seen over the years. #BeYourself
I do admire your consistent excellent hair days, excellent skin days, laser focus, amazing consistency, great lighting and sound, solid content, and fabulous personality though! 😁 And you're over 40! 😊🎉 What an impressive self you are, dear one!
I definitely have work to do so my picture is as nice and clear and bright as yours, but after watching…I’m on the right track. 😊
I'm sure you're on that track, jean! Watch my simple setup video if you haven't yet.... I've got tips and tricks for recording and lighting in it.
@ Will do, thanks!
50+ here! Will love to start a channel but it is hard for me to define my target audience. I have tons of ideas but sometimes it doesn't make any sense, or maybe I'm too hard on myself. guess I am all over the place and not sure what to talk about. In the meantime love watching your videos and thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.
I hear ya! And you're not alone on that. The video I posted last week (The Only Video You Need to start a channel or something like that) touches on that some. I'd really encourage you to start making a few videos on a few various topics. Find out what feels comfortable for you to talk about. And then post them and see what happens. You definitely have room to experiment some wheny ou're just starting. As you grow and go, it hopefully becomes more clear what you're good at talking about and slowly.... what viewers will respond to. Gotta just start! :)
Thanx! I am in the middle of the Nancy Cartwright (Bart Simpson's voice) Masterclass for my three puppets (They have faces, I am the only one who is "faceless"). I hope to spread the word sometime this spring. - Roddie -
Thank you Diane, these videos are always interesting and motivational! I'm only 5 weeks into posting with 10 videos and 19 subscribers. It's crazy after 20+ years in the corporate world (and being laid-off), I couldn't be happier doing this. I'm still surprised it's so much fun, and I hope it stays that way. Hoping to turn my TY journey into my next career, 1 video at a time. Keep up the great work!!!!
It's so great to see you enjoying this journey!
Hi Diane,
Your video really resonates with me. Thanks so much for your excellent tips! I’ve been a content creator for 10 months, and the struggle is very real. I’ve been working on getting better audio each time, better lighting, and trying not to do redundant things that make people stop watching or skipping thru. My niche is cooking, cleaning, and organizing, but I sprinkle in shopping at home stores as well. I’ve also been looking at my analytics and trying to be attentive to my audience. 😊I just subscribed to your channel and can’t wait to hear more from you. Thanks so much.
It’s a tough grind for sure! But sounds like you’re doing the right things, Ursula - good for you!
@ 😊 Thank you
Thank you❤🙏
You’re welcome!
I sure did relate to the first minute of what you said! I'm still struggling, and I have tried so hard. I'll keep trying and hopefully I will keep learning and doing better. Thanks for the tips!
We learn and improve and grow…. Just by keeping at it. And I’m glad you’ve are! Your recipes look delectable 😋
@@DianeMoore I appreciate your encouragement. Thanks so much!
Great tips, personally I believe that the number one thing is consistency. There are millions of failed channels out there, and the only difference between them and us is that they gave up! It really is that simple, so good luck to all those starting fresh out the blocks - keep at it.
I think there’s much truth in what you’re saying 🙂
Another great video! Thanks!
Hey you’re welcome, Barbie!
I appreciate a like, a response to comments. There are TH-camrs that don’t, won’t, will never, have never responded to any of their followers. I think that’s off putting. It screams just like and comment to to keep them relevant and that’s all they care about.
Obviously, I'm with you on this one, BL! Seems like a no brainer to me, but I guess it's not that way for everyone. I so appreciate you all giving of your time to watch and comment! Seems only right that I respond. Thanks for connecting!
I swear Diane, you look and remind me so much of my school homeroom teacher 😮
I’m not her. But she sounds lovely 🙂
@@DianeMoore😁
You have a very familiar face! You look like an ex employee of mine. Same hair cut looks glasses etc 😅
Thanks for explaining the card thing and end part of a video.
I was always intrigued when I saw those links float up in the corner, I had to figure it out! Hope it's helpful for you, Martin
@DianeMoore I don't have enough videos yet to do that yet. I'm glad you mentioned it. Not all other TH-camrs talked about. So that info was helpful.👍
Valuable tips. Well said. ❤️🐴🤠
Hope they help your channel growth and views!
Great Video! Just a note...The process is much easier when you ARE the Target Audience for your channel content. No searching around for a niche etc. Since I was 10 years old and first visited my 2nd mother's homeland of Brazil, I have been in the learning a new language community. Even now 50 years later I am still the only English-speaking resident in our Brazilian Northeastern village. All the techniques and methods for learning a new language are second nature to me. All available with authority to Educate and Entertain in the pursuit of teaching English. 🙂
Yep, I agree Roddie. And I think I'm pretty much in that boat too. Sounds like you've got a lot of valuable info to share!
Fabulous! Thank you 🙂
You're very welcome, Olive 😀
TY Diane. This video is so valuable. I’ve been stuck in the 400s for subscribers for awhile 😏. I’m ready to do the work you mentioned here to get more views and more subscribers.🙏🏾Subscribed👍🏾
You go, Savvy! Attitude is everything when we have work to do 🙂
Thank you 🙏🏽 . Thank you 🙏🏽 . Thank you 🙏🏽.
You're very welcome, Rhonda 😀
Hello Diane! I think two reasons you are doing so well (and that your viewers can learn from) are you vocalize gratitude and answer comments. These things build loyalty. I'm much less likely to continue watching a channel when my comments are consistently ignored, or I see the creator never answers any comments at all.
Hey Nancy Anne - I appreciate you saying that. And honestly, aren't those two things kind of no brainers? :) i guess they aren't for some, but I truly am committed to both! And wowee your bread is lovely!
@@DianeMoore I think they'd be no-brainers, too, but I see an astonishing amount of people who just don't. There's a lot you can't control, but that you can.
And thank you for the lovely compliment! I'm a niche of a niche- Scoring sourdough. But it's fun and something I enjoy. I started it because I was having a difficult time finding instructional videos to help me. I'm slowed down in filming because of a medical diagnosis, but still putting videos out as I am able.
@@DianeMoore right! I answer all the comments on my long form videos because I truly appreciate they take the time to watch and say something about it
more important than anything is to enjoy what you are doing and less focus on the monetary side of things. It will come...:)))
And we love seeing you succeed and grow toooo!
Aw, I appreciate that, Theresa!
Diane, I’ve watched several of your videos. Thank you for your welcomed advice. I have been making videos for over three years now. They are cooking videos in my home? I also have a website. I’m pretty green at editing and knowing how to place it together correctly on CapCut, but I’m trying. My question to you is for the new year, should I really continue to go on with cooking videos or go in a whole different area with TH-cam? Can you have more than one channel? Thank you in advance for any suggestions. 😊
Hey Dianne - thanks for connecting. Hmm, you can have more than one channel but you have to gauge how much you can really handle. I personally think it would be a lot to juggle 2. Maybe some of the hints that I share in this video can be helpful to implement and see if it helps to grow views. I know the first 15 seconds is a big deal... perhaps some more emphasis on capturing attention in the beginning? I guess I'm saying don't give up on the current route with trying a few new things to see if things improve a bit. But I LOVE that you're recording and posting and learning.... I would just be concerned that trying to double the work to support 2 channels might make it overwhelming. Make sense?
Thank you ❤
You bet, Tracie. Thanks for continuing to watch!
Spitting hard truths. Good job.
We all need the truth 🙂
This came up in my feed! Nice work Diane!
Thanks! HOpe it's helpful in your efforts
Thank you guys for you support #SmallTH-camrs2025
Very informative video, thank you.
Hey, I appreciate it! Hope it's helpful. And you're right - TH-cam is not in "easy mode".... (ugh I hate seeing that so much these days because I think it sets people up for disappointment!) but you're doing the work and growing and improving.....that's the way!
Hey Dianne, I’m 36 years old but I totally appreciate your channel. All my videos are flapping and I’m getting so much value from everything that you’re saying.
Well clearly you’re wise beyond your years to be tuning in 🙂 so glad it’s helpful for you, Blayne
@@DianeMoore that’s a great way to put it! 💕🙏 thank you so much!
These tips are awesome! Thank you. I opened my tarot channel almost one year ago (Feb 1, 2024) and it's been a slow climb. To date, I only have 105 subs but by July, I moved around quite a bit, so had not been as consistent as I wanted to be. All that has changed, and we're slowly growing again. I appreciate your wisdom. Thanks, again!
Glad for your growth :)
@@DianeMoore Thanks, Diane! Really enjoy your videos, how you break it all down.
Thanks for sharing. This is some crucial information. TH-cam is really hard. Currently struggling and looking for all the support and information. Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year. Let's push together, let's go. Thanks again.
You’re right- it is hard. I had a faceless channel that went nowhere… seems tough to get traction with those now that so many are doing it … but I hope you can land on some things that give you a great push forward !
I love your videos. Im still stumped as to why one video got 3.5k views and my other videos are in the hundreds or less. But people who watch my videos always give me great feedback.
Yeah, it's a mystery. And things slowed waaaayyyy down for me in December - maybe there's timing issues too? Anyway, I'd double down on topics that are close to what your larger view videos are and push some of those out. Your audience is telling you what they want :)
@DianeMoore thank you for responding. Will do.
Nia, maybe your thumbnail or title caught more attention for some reason. Look more deeply into what you may have done differently. If you find that, then you can replicate it in future videos just something to think about! Keep going girl!❤
Nice! Good stuff! Important topics for sure! Thanks😎
Hope it’s helpful for your channel growth, Bruce 💥
Always helpful info Diane TY.
I created my channel, first vid was awful, I hand held my phone and talked. A month later I published the 2nd video and got 201 views and some went back and watched my 1st vid so the views rose from 10 to 83. I felt great! 3rd vid got 6 views. I'm discouraged BUT I remember you saying, give it time. I can't help but wonder what I did right in the 2nd and not in the 3rd when I thought the 3rd was better. I will see how to 4th goes taking more of your advice from this video. Thx! AND I laughed out loud at "not being the scary person"! You are SO entertaining!
Ha! Well I like to keep your attention 🙂 hey we all have some videos that tank in comparison to others. Don’t be discouraged- keep trying some new ideas and make your titles and intros good. TH-cam is far from a straight line of progress
First 15 seconds. Yep, you're right. One side tip regarding YT algorithm: Particularly when you're a new channel, don't post links in the description. TH-cam wants viewers to STAY ON TH-cam watching more videos. All things equal, videos that have external links fare poorly compared to videos that push other TH-cam videos. Add a few videos at the end of yours, recommending another video.
I haven’t heard that for TH-cam - know it’s true for some other platforms. Guess it makes sense business wise.
Thanks for the Video
Yo'ure quite welcome
Diane, you are the mum I never had 😂 thanks for being like this.
Aw, that's so sweet. I truly hope it's encouraging for you! Now go to your room! :)
@DianeMoore 😅
❤ yes! It’s frustrating!
I know right? I hope some of the tips here are helpful for you!
thank you, I have learned so much from this video and your channel, you are awesome :)
Aw thank you - I'm loving that you're learning! Don't stop til you get enough ;)
Really appreciate your episode this week, quick hits with valuable tips, great value and use of my time. I’m learning so much from you! I loved Tip #4, where you were so animated. I burst out laughing at the scary intro!! Look forward to your show every week. Thank you 😊
Ha I get a little emphatic sometimes 🙂 but glad it’s helpful for you!
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Loved it!!
Very insightful tips, thank you!!🙏 Vlogs are very hard to grow, so we're just trudging along sloooooooowly....😌
Yeah there was someone else on here asking about a vlog. I like watching them but im no pro with knowing how to promote them. I’d say as much as you can “specialize” somehow based on location, or a vehicle type, or something along those lines that differentiates yourself somehow, that could probably help. Hope it works for you!
Thanks for this tips 😘
You’re welcome!
You wanna talk about some slow growth. It took me four years to reach 1K subscribers which I finally did June 2024 and was monetized into TH-cam partner program. No. That dates not a typo 😂.
I'm 57 now. I think everyone in their 50s should have a revenue stream somehow or another on TH-cam. You can do it everywhere. Even if you lose mobility as you age.
Well that’s certainly a testament to your tenacity! Congratulations! And totally agree … especially since there are multiple revenue stream options