I think the reason you’re such a fast growing channel is because you cut the bs which i really admire. You give smaller youtubers useful advice straight up and tell people the honest and genuine ways to not only grow but to focus on your content and channel in general. I loved this as usual Annie. So excited for the day you hit 100k :)
You are probably right. A lot of big TH-camrs as I would say abuse the algorithm and give useless content and still get good numbers, but I guess that will change in future. Therefore, there is much pretty bad content that is just a waste of time of people who come to YT to pick up some useful information and have to watch 20 min long videos in order to hear something that can be said in less than minute. I agree that Annie can be put in the group of positive examples in that regard. Keep up the good work, Annie.👊🏻
I currently have 20k subscribers. The sole reason I have it is because one of my vidoes got 3 million views and I didn't even try to make it go viral. Somehow it just did. Ever since then I just kept uploading whatever I wanted. Not until recently I realized what shot I had at being a youtuber. Thank you so much Anne for spilling this advice onto us. I never bothered looking at my analytics because I thought it just didn't mattered. But now I will start. I'll update soon on my growth.
Definitely! I mainly focus on the audience retention portion of course . You can clearly see what part of your video lost viewer attention and make changes for future videos
“There is always room for improvement” - Ali Krieger Also I think comparing someone else’s content to your own is healthy until a certain point. Use it as motivation, inspiration and as a learning experience. We might think someone else’s content is crap compared to our own, but that is very subjective, and truthfully not anyone’s decision to make. Heck even on tv there are programs that are extremely famous, but that I think it’s completely garbage. Still that doesn’t remove the merit or discredit the success and the work they put into (which are all things the viewers have no way to know). Sorry for the long rant, but it really grinds my gears whenever someone discredits someone else’s success and work because theirs are not being equally as successful. Love your input as always Annie 💕
I do understand the frustration of not growing as fast as you would like. Sometimes I would see people who dont tag their videos, or fill out their description box with keywords, or at all, and yet TH-cam picks up the video and it blows up.. I've seen that and asked myself how? This isnt fair! But at the end of the day it just comes down to focusing on yourself, staying in your lane, and not letting comparison steal your joy. I know I'm not perfect, but I keep learning and applying what I learn to be the best I can be and do the best I can. It doesnt matter about others. As long as I'm doing better than I was yesterday and the day before that, then that's all that matters. Thanks for this video Annie❤
For me it has been my own experience editing and talking to the camera that has improved my views! In the first videos I was all shy and my bf as well, we didn't even know what to tell to the camera and now, 6 months later, it's way easier to make a video and to edit it. I still have to get better in retaining the audience longer, but I know I'm in the right way. It's taking a little bit of time, since we have our jobs and studies and can't spend so much time on TH-cam, but we're happy! Your videos, Annie, are always very helpful and your mindset inspires us to do better!! Keep doing this content, please! You're amazing!
I noticed my retention rate was doing poorly so I started condensing more in editing. My first video after doing this gained 2 more subscribers. Every little snow flake counts. Thanks for the tips! They are really helping.
Don't be discouraged when you see 70% clicking off in your analytics before the 20 second mark, but rather use it as a learning moment! For example, my retention has been so much better ever since I don't waste time on an intro anymore. I completely second watching your analytics and applying what it 'tells' you!
Hi Annie I'm back and I have to say... YOU ARE SO SMART!!! I'm going to go re watch your other videos, I was thinking I should do that anyway and now you've given me that little push I needed. I don't understand the analytics so I NEED to watch you. I think once you find whatever it is you will do in life (school/work/etc) you will be a huge success. Thanks a lot for always making these videos for us. I appreciate you! I stayed till the end. Take care.
Learned from this a lot. Really hard facts but just the truth that we all need to accept and work upon. The TH-cam Studio is not there for nothing. It is there for content creators to analyze and act upon accordingly. Thanks for this reminder, Annie. I stayed up through the entire video and I love all the tips. Gonna implement everything right away.
I agree- I didn't realize how much time and work it would be... especially for not having a video that has gone viral. BUT I know that my content is helping others, so it's worth it! Good luck with your channel!
I think on some level I knew that I have more work to do. This video actually didn’t make me feel negative at all. It’s motivation to say to yourself to do better! I struggle a lot with thumbnails and I know that I do because my analytics prove that my thumb nails need a lot of work. And I’ve discovered that I do talk a lot in my videos so I’ve had to try to cut around that as well. It’s a struggle but I want to work at it because I like doing TH-cam!
You don't understand how much you're channel is helping me and other small youtubers you are SO helpful and my channel wouldn't be where it is without you and you're videos!
Your honesty and advice are so needed for us “small youtubers.” I’m really starting to get the hang of understanding my analytics. I was stagnant at around 1800...losing and gaining and started paying attention to my analytics and now gained about 20 subs so thank you so much Annie! I’m on the road to 2k! ☺️
so ready for this one! i have been stuck at a slow growth ever since vlogmas ended and not sure what i am doing wrong but i already know this is gonna help tremendously ❤️
Thank you for this honest video! I found this very encouraging as I’ve been uploading only few months actively and the growth is slow. But I’ve been reading my analytics and was realized just while ago exactly what you said. My click through rate is only 3,4% so it isn’t TH-cam to blame not showing my content but it’s my job to make better content that 100% of people will click to my video when they see it and continue to watch it til the end. And now you confirmed me it is in my hands and hard work does pay off. Thank you so much, Annie 🙏
I believe that consistency, quality and value will make your channel successful eventually. Whoever is reading, 2021 will be your year so don't give up! 💜
I really love the sentiment of this video. I watched until the very end. Look at your ANALYTICS!! DON’T BLAME anyone for your lack of TH-cam success!! Very well said, Annie.
The only problem with the advice you (and others) are providing about fixing thumbnails and where people are leaving videos is that it is really hard to do when you are just starting and don't have anyone watching your videos yet. It is great advice when you have enough analytics to comb through, but when you are just starting out and have only a few videos with very few views, those analytics just are not there. The biggest thing early on is getting videos out there and getting views, without that there is no way to figure out what you need to improve. Great video and I really appreciate your take on things!
Being a native vlogger, who is over 40, with kids, and an introvert is a tough one to avoid being random... i know I'm far from doing everything needed..
I agree analytics are a good place to see what’s working or not... I took some tips from this channel and others and applied them to my videos recently and man it was great, this last week I when from +15 subscribers in 28 days to +76 subscribers in 28 days which get great. Key to success as a small channel is watch time/retention and consistency of uploads. Take my channel for example last week I was at 444 subscribers and right now I’m at 513 subscribers which is the greatest growth I’ve ever seen on my channel that was because I uploaded a video daily and on the 3rd day TH-cam algorithm just pushed my content heavily. It’s feels good to be rewarded for your hard work, also buying ad space on other TH-cam videos is pretty good strategy to get views and new people to see you:)
I've recently hit a brick wall with my channel. But as you said in this video not a lot of people are looking at analytics. I do understand some of my analytics but also some of it is pretty confusing to me. I think the reason why my TH-cam channel has under performed this last month especially is because I'm not doing my live streams as much due to my mental health which is a struggle to deal with alone. Sometimes I can do TH-cam tasks, sometimes I can't... which does suck! I was diagnosed with acute psychosis back in 2017 and are still struggling with it sometimes. I don't mean to sob on here lol but just saying my struggles and its really reflecting on my channel. Hopefully I can produce and turn up more on my channel in February. Thanks for another great video Annie!
hope everyone is ok during this tough time! brighter days are coming so try getting into productive habits & let’s make the most of this weird time! love you all & always drop me a comment if you ever need to talk! from a small youtuber trying to spread positivity! ❤️
I watched this entire video from start to end because the information is solid and valuable. Thank you for returning to TH-cam Content as your niche Annie. It's incredibly helpful.
Great video, I love your tipps. The fact that you are growing is mainly because you took the time to analyze, modify, change instead of complaining. Thank you for letting us know that it is possible to grow on YT.
One other thing people need to keep in mind...niche is very important. The meta conversation on TH-cam has a huge audience because there are a billion people using YT and so many of them want to grow their channel and get paid to do what they enjoy...so someone might do everything engaging...hold attention, have killer thumbnails...but if your niche is underwater basketweaving...it won't translate into views. This is why you can have a 1-3% CTR and poor retention and another channel have 500% better metrics and get 10% of your views. Some niches just aren't getting to get many eyeballs. People can follow all the advice and it won't be apples to apples. Keep up the great work!
This was exactly what I was looking for - because of the reference to your video about how to use the analytics. I am a new content creator. I literally AM doing everything I can figure out, as much and as fast as I can. Here's the thing: TH-cam seems simple - and in a way it is. BUT there is a lot to learn. So I have been digging in. And I am starting to get steady incremental improvement. I am just getting to the point where I am starting to understand what I still need to learn more about and where I have more work to do. Next: go and watch your How to Use Analytics video (hey, that could have been a CARD, right? :). Thanks for everything. I review A LOT of the top TH-cam mentor channels. Yours is one of the best. Material is clear, language is straightforward.
Thank you for the advice!! I want to continue to grow! I think it’s so important to not compare your channel to anyone else. Everyone has a different journey!
Idk what it is but whenever Annie releases a video, I'm dropping everything I'm doing to watch -- you always have my undivided attention. Thanks for all your help, Annie!
It's definitely true, we think we have made the best video and its youtube not promoting my channel, rather than thinking of the mistakes and scope of improvement in our videos.
hi annie :)) i’m sure i’ll love this video! i just had a quick question out of curiosity LOL is it normal to see a dip in views/subscribers/cpm etc after the holidays? i’ve heard people talk about the january slump and i was wondering if that’s normal/true? also ur videos are always so helpful, i love them!
Yes! And I think it's the same thing as in the early fall! People are off school and sometimes also off work in the summer break and winter break so we tend to grow much faster in these breaks and those are also the times of year you often see channels blow up. Then there's a slight slump when people go back to work/school. As for revenue, January is statistically the worst time of year for CPM/RPM so revenue is usually a little lower x
Once again thanks for your words of wisdom! Next week will be my first full month on youtube with regularly scheduled content. Just starting out and feeling vulnerable with that you are putting out there can be a mind-game. Thank you for either providing me solid advice or encouraging me because I'm already doing what you would suggest. I look forward to celebrating your success with you and watching you hit your sub goals! You rock and inspire!
Really excited for this video. My growth has been super slow. I've been using Tube buddy for all my keyword research and I always choose high scoring keywords but don't seem to end up ranking in search. I'm using the Tube buddy mobile app and I'm wondering if maybe it's not as good as the desktop version? x
Thank you for this info, I enjoy watching your videos to the end. I just started my TH-cam channel 3 days ago. I have only one video up, that video got in over 1K views and it got me 62 subs. I'm now working on my next video. My first video has no thumbnail and I didn't think of making a effort to describe my video adequately. I now feel a lil embarrassed about this, but watching all your videos, I now have a better understanding what to do in my next video, and I'm going to work on my thumbnail and really make an effort in the description.
well doing youtube you need to stay calm and the results gonna come for sure..like in 1 month i already have my first ever 100 subscriber by following Annie's tips
So this video both made be feel a little better about my analytics and also become even more puzzled on what to do to improve. When you mentioned your average viewer duration and click through rate, I suddenly felt I was at least doing something right. My average viewer duration for my overall channel sits at around 6 minutes (which is better for some of my videos than others) and my click through rate is at 4.5%. In my head I always assumed these were poor statistically. I look at my analytics daily trying to figure out what I can do to get things to grow faster. I've accepted the limitations of what my subject matter will pull based on the top channels doing similar things, however it still feels like a never ending uphill battle. I have worked on my SEO to get my videos better ranked. I have shortened my intro to keep viewers from clicking away as quickly. I have overhauled my thumbnails to make my videos stand out more which has helped out (my old click through rate was about 1.3%). Some videos do better than others of course based on the subject matter. I'm not at a stand still but I definitely feel like things are more just slow and steady. I've experimented and had both improvements and major set backs. Maybe my expectations are too high for where I am in my timeline. I've also quit time constraining my videos because I feel like I was always rushing to keep them short which I feel hurt the content ( the viewer duration has gone up so I feel like that helped). I'm constantly trying to find ways to improve, but sometimes its hard to figure out how to appease the algorithm gods. I do want to thank you though, I feel way better at least about where my click through rate. The fact your videos get so many views and are sitting around the same percentage at least makes me feel like I am doing something right, even if my views are no where near where yours are at.
Can't wait! I've been getting good CTR (8%) and good retention (60%) for a while, but for some reason my channel doesn't grow and I'm getting less and less impressions. I really hope this helps!
Atleast this doesn’t affect me because I’ve been growing so fast randomly, and it just started randomly no promoting whatsoever. And Annie, is 70 percent audience retention good?
Thanks for your honesty, Annie. Am I that one person who watched to the end LOL? I know most of us, appreciate your candour and honesty. I love the point about everyone is still growing on TH-cam even Mr Beast. I am predicting 150K+ in 2021 for you. Keep being amazing Annie. Let's all share her videos so she can get to 150K+ this year. If anyone deserves it she does.
If you get tons of views in those first 24 hours, the algorithm will recommend that video for longer. So you gotta keep your channel updated constantly to keep growing steadily. If you don't publish more videos, you don't grow. ... This will also help your current subscribers know when to expect your videos.
Greetings from Dubai, dear Annie! Wow! Wow!! Wow!!! This video is so powerful that it hit me with a terrifying upper-cut! BAM!!! You were reading my mind and sentiments. I had been whining all these times why my channel is on stagnant mode and you were right - I did not read my channel's analytics. Will start understanding it from now on. Will watch and re-watch your videos in this regard until I learn and act properly. Cheers for sharing, dear Annie. Thank you.
Thank you for a great video. I am a grandmother trying to learn how to be you tuber and I greatly appreciate the fact that you are honest with us. Love you to the Moon and back!!
Hope you can respond to this question: How long does it generally take for TH-cam to start pushing your videos out? I have multiple videos with 10-20% CTR, 50%+ View Duration, and positive likes, however it seems YT just doesn't push it out to people. Or they do, but only for a few hours then it plateau's again.. Granted I just started putting videos out 3 weeks ago, perhaps it's just a waiting game... Thanks!
It can days, weeks or months. I had a video hit the trending page on day one, where i also had three videos which on separate occasions took four or more months to blow up!
It is waiting a little. I say it’s like TH-cam is trying to decide if they trust you and see how you are doing before they recommend you to others. It took me about two months before I saw TH-cam working for me. My advice isn’t Annie’s but I have seen growth on my channel.
Thank you for this video, Annie. We can always count on you for advice and direction we can trust, and a perspective that will actually help us grow. It's just as clear as it always has been that you care about your community and genuinely want them to grow. You would've had no other reason to make a video like this. It's admirable and inspirational. You make big promises about helping us grow on TH-cam, and you always deliver on those promises. This is why your channel IS growing.
Ah yes another wonderful video! My channel has grown so much since learning from you and getting tips from others in the fb group. You killed it again with this video ✨
You should find things that people like watching...she exploded in views etc because she has content about things people need...we should do that...but go to fb groups to get some more subs that helps a little too
I'm still watching at the end and I appreciate this video! For me, I think it's consistent uploads. My other numbers tick boxes but I upload whenever I want. I also just now started doing better with thumbnails so with these two key points should really boost my channel in the right direction! Thanks Annie!
This is the time to explore. Figure out what you want your channel to be about. Research. They say the best way to get started is to get started. Record, edit. Post Repeat.
Right on. Hammer it home. Newer channels take a bit to establish analytics, but it’s a wealth of info. I’m working on the note taking of it and figuring all out.
You are amazing. Your advice is really growing my channel. I had 200 subs last week and I’m at 400 this week because I keep listening to you. Thanks so much queen.
Yes, I did watch to the end 💕 Your information for this new TH-camr is priceless. Even I approaching 60 yo and starting a TH-cam channel benefits from your advice.
I think the reason you’re such a fast growing channel is because you cut the bs which i really admire. You give smaller youtubers useful advice straight up and tell people the honest and genuine ways to not only grow but to focus on your content and channel in general. I loved this as usual Annie. So excited for the day you hit 100k :)
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Wow thank you so much!!
You are probably right.
A lot of big TH-camrs as I would say abuse the algorithm and give useless content and still get good numbers, but I guess that will change in future. Therefore, there is much pretty bad content that is just a waste of time of people who come to YT to pick up some useful information and have to watch 20 min long videos in order to hear something that can be said in less than minute.
I agree that Annie can be put in the group of positive examples in that regard.
Keep up the good work, Annie.👊🏻
I see no lies😌🤚
Worse thing about small channels is waking up the next morning and nothing has changed(I'm trying so hard)
Omg! This is really true
Yep 👍🏻 that’s very true. But it’s important to keep pushing
Yup! And it’s refreshing to know we’re not alone!!
I can feel that and relate so much! Some days or even more than a week my number of subscribers remain the same
@@officialreviews7 sorry I'll change them for you
I currently have 20k subscribers. The sole reason I have it is because one of my vidoes got 3 million views and I didn't even try to make it go viral. Somehow it just did. Ever since then I just kept uploading whatever I wanted. Not until recently I realized what shot I had at being a youtuber. Thank you so much Anne for spilling this advice onto us. I never bothered looking at my analytics because I thought it just didn't mattered. But now I will start. I'll update soon on my growth.
Congratulations on 20K. Keep it up!
She is right looking into them analytics does help ALOT especially when they tell you how people are finding you
Definitely! I mainly focus on the audience retention portion of course . You can clearly see what part of your video lost viewer attention and make changes for future videos
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I need to hear this i can't wait for my channel to grow massively
YES! You got this!
you got this!
You got this girl never give up
You got this!!
“It has to be every one else’s fault for not clicking on my awesome video”
Lol omg
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Right?!
I clicked for you😀
Yea that had me going.
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“There is always room for improvement” - Ali Krieger
Also I think comparing someone else’s content to your own is healthy until a certain point. Use it as motivation, inspiration and as a learning experience. We might think someone else’s content is crap compared to our own, but that is very subjective, and truthfully not anyone’s decision to make. Heck even on tv there are programs that are extremely famous, but that I think it’s completely garbage. Still that doesn’t remove the merit or discredit the success and the work they put into (which are all things the viewers have no way to know). Sorry for the long rant, but it really grinds my gears whenever someone discredits someone else’s success and work because theirs are not being equally as successful. Love your input as always Annie 💕
I do understand the frustration of not growing as fast as you would like. Sometimes I would see people who dont tag their videos, or fill out their description box with keywords, or at all, and yet TH-cam picks up the video and it blows up.. I've seen that and asked myself how? This isnt fair! But at the end of the day it just comes down to focusing on yourself, staying in your lane, and not letting comparison steal your joy. I know I'm not perfect, but I keep learning and applying what I learn to be the best I can be and do the best I can. It doesnt matter about others. As long as I'm doing better than I was yesterday and the day before that, then that's all that matters. Thanks for this video Annie❤
This is so true! Stay in your own lane and shine!
I hope everyone who reads this grows their channel
Yes!
@@anniedube Lol I only have 7 when I come back I will have 8
I hope that for you too!✨
That would be so incredibly awesome!
I wish
For me it has been my own experience editing and talking to the camera that has improved my views! In the first videos I was all shy and my bf as well, we didn't even know what to tell to the camera and now, 6 months later, it's way easier to make a video and to edit it. I still have to get better in retaining the audience longer, but I know I'm in the right way. It's taking a little bit of time, since we have our jobs and studies and can't spend so much time on TH-cam, but we're happy! Your videos, Annie, are always very helpful and your mindset inspires us to do better!! Keep doing this content, please! You're amazing!
I noticed my retention rate was doing poorly so I started condensing more in editing. My first video after doing this gained 2 more subscribers. Every little snow flake counts. Thanks for the tips! They are really helping.
Nice work!
Who ever got butt hurt. TH-cam ain’t meant for you lol
Honestly you are the reason my channel is as successful as it is ❤️
awn thank you! But it's you and your content that got you there!
Don't be discouraged when you see 70% clicking off in your analytics before the 20 second mark, but rather use it as a learning moment!
For example, my retention has been so much better ever since I don't waste time on an intro anymore. I completely second watching your analytics and applying what it 'tells' you!
YES!
Same!
No. All I get is people unsubscribing from me. I’ll never grow
Hi Annie I'm back and I have to say... YOU ARE SO SMART!!! I'm going to go re watch your other videos, I was thinking I should do that anyway and now you've given me that little push I needed. I don't understand the analytics so I NEED to watch you. I think once you find whatever it is you will do in life (school/work/etc) you will be a huge success. Thanks a lot for always making these videos for us. I appreciate you! I stayed till the end. Take care.
Learned from this a lot. Really hard facts but just the truth that we all need to accept and work upon.
The TH-cam Studio is not there for nothing. It is there for content creators to analyze and act upon accordingly.
Thanks for this reminder, Annie. I stayed up through the entire video and I love all the tips. Gonna implement everything right away.
ABSOLUTELY!
I agree- I didn't realize how much time and work it would be... especially for not having a video that has gone viral. BUT I know that my content is helping others, so it's worth it! Good luck with your channel!
I think on some level I knew that I have more work to do. This video actually didn’t make me feel negative at all. It’s motivation to say to yourself to do better! I struggle a lot with thumbnails and I know that I do because my analytics prove that my thumb nails need a lot of work. And I’ve discovered that I do talk a lot in my videos so I’ve had to try to cut around that as well. It’s a struggle but I want to work at it because I like doing TH-cam!
I'm so glad that's how it was perceived!
You don't understand how much you're channel is helping me and other small youtubers you are SO helpful and my channel wouldn't be where it is without you and you're videos!
Awn I so appreciate that! x
@@anniedube omg you hearted my comment thank you so much! and your welcome! :)
Your honesty and advice are so needed for us “small youtubers.” I’m really starting to get the hang of understanding my analytics. I was stagnant at around 1800...losing and gaining and started paying attention to my analytics and now gained about 20 subs so thank you so much Annie! I’m on the road to 2k! ☺️
Happy to help!
So close to 100k it's so cool to see you grow
Feels closer and closer every day!
so ready for this one! i have been stuck at a slow growth ever since vlogmas ended and not sure what i am doing wrong but i already know this is gonna help tremendously ❤️
Hope it helps!
same here!
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Thank you for this honest video! I found this very encouraging as I’ve been uploading only few months actively and the growth is slow. But I’ve been reading my analytics and was realized just while ago exactly what you said. My click through rate is only 3,4% so it isn’t TH-cam to blame not showing my content but it’s my job to make better content that 100% of people will click to my video when they see it and continue to watch it til the end.
And now you confirmed me it is in my hands and hard work does pay off. Thank you so much, Annie 🙏
I believe that consistency, quality and value will make your channel successful eventually. Whoever is reading, 2021 will be your year so don't give up! 💜
Needed to hear this one. 🙏🏼
I appreciate the tough love! So many people need to hear (and do) this!
who else is trynna make their channel better ?😂👩🏼🦯
Yeah but TH-cam don’t care about ya small creators that’s why we not getting any views
Me
Thanks Annie! I am encouraged that I can build a successful At Home Workout channel with small improvements each video 😊
Reminders on!
I am so so glad I found you! Just a while ago, I was making all sorts of "conspiracy theories" of growing my channel! Ahhh lmao 😂
That's amazing!
Thank you for being so clear and transparent. I'm reviewing my analytics right now and see where I have to improve! Have a great day!
OMG sweetie, thank you so much for a premiere!😍😍 It's gonna be fun chatting!
We'll see if people like it!
Growing is so hard, but with the right steps i know we can go through this!
can’t wait!!! 💕
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I really love the sentiment of this video. I watched until the very end. Look at your ANALYTICS!! DON’T BLAME anyone for your lack of TH-cam success!! Very well said, Annie.
Yay! 3 more minutes left! ♡︎ premiere squad!!!
YAS!
The only problem with the advice you (and others) are providing about fixing thumbnails and where people are leaving videos is that it is really hard to do when you are just starting and don't have anyone watching your videos yet. It is great advice when you have enough analytics to comb through, but when you are just starting out and have only a few videos with very few views, those analytics just are not there. The biggest thing early on is getting videos out there and getting views, without that there is no way to figure out what you need to improve.
Great video and I really appreciate your take on things!
Thanks!
I’m growing but still excited for this! 🥳
YAY!
Same here! Congrats on your growth by the way ❤️
Yes girl!! You put it so simply, stayed until the end ❤️
Thank you lovely!
Being a native vlogger, who is over 40, with kids, and an introvert is a tough one to avoid being random... i know I'm far from doing everything needed..
I agree analytics are a good place to see what’s working or not... I took some tips from this channel and others and applied them to my videos recently and man it was great, this last week I when from +15 subscribers in 28 days to +76 subscribers in 28 days which get great. Key to success as a small channel is watch time/retention and consistency of uploads. Take my channel for example last week I was at 444 subscribers and right now I’m at 513 subscribers which is the greatest growth I’ve ever seen on my channel that was because I uploaded a video daily and on the 3rd day TH-cam algorithm just pushed my content heavily. It’s feels good to be rewarded for your hard work, also buying ad space on other TH-cam videos is pretty good strategy to get views and new people to see you:)
Woah this is rlly gonna help! I’ve been at 412 subs for about a week
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It did! You got two more!
@@Jeremy.Patrich Ya!
I've recently hit a brick wall with my channel. But as you said in this video not a lot of people are looking at analytics. I do understand some of my analytics but also some of it is pretty confusing to me. I think the reason why my TH-cam channel has under performed this last month especially is because I'm not doing my live streams as much due to my mental health which is a struggle to deal with alone. Sometimes I can do TH-cam tasks, sometimes I can't... which does suck! I was diagnosed with acute psychosis back in 2017 and are still struggling with it sometimes. I don't mean to sob on here lol but just saying my struggles and its really reflecting on my channel. Hopefully I can produce and turn up more on my channel in February. Thanks for another great video Annie!
The REALTALK we all needed. Thanks Annie
YES! Happy to share!
I’ve been inspired by every single of your video in last 7 days.. I’m watching them all.. thank you Anne 🙏
Wow, thank you!
hope everyone is ok during this tough time! brighter days are coming so try getting into productive habits & let’s make the most of this weird time! love you all & always drop me a comment if you ever need to talk! from a small youtuber trying to spread positivity! ❤️
Love the positivity, I'm all about positivity in 2021. Thanks and same to you!
I watched this entire video from start to end because the information is solid and valuable. Thank you for returning to TH-cam Content as your niche Annie. It's incredibly helpful.
I appreciate that!
@@anniedube 🙌🏾💯
Setting that reminder ☺️ can’t wait to hear what other awesome tips I need to hear about! 💞
Great video, I love your tipps.
The fact that you are growing is mainly because you took the time to analyze, modify, change instead of complaining.
Thank you for letting us know that it is possible to grow on YT.
"Thats their loss for not clicking my videos"
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One other thing people need to keep in mind...niche is very important. The meta conversation on TH-cam has a huge audience because there are a billion people using YT and so many of them want to grow their channel and get paid to do what they enjoy...so someone might do everything engaging...hold attention, have killer thumbnails...but if your niche is underwater basketweaving...it won't translate into views. This is why you can have a 1-3% CTR and poor retention and another channel have 500% better metrics and get 10% of your views. Some niches just aren't getting to get many eyeballs.
People can follow all the advice and it won't be apples to apples.
Keep up the great work!
Omg! I am so early and I bet u this going to help do much! I’ve been on 13 subscribers for over a week now! 😄🥳🤩
Yay!
This was exactly what I was looking for - because of the reference to your video about how to use the analytics. I am a new content creator. I literally AM doing everything I can figure out, as much and as fast as I can. Here's the thing: TH-cam seems simple - and in a way it is. BUT there is a lot to learn. So I have been digging in. And I am starting to get steady incremental improvement. I am just getting to the point where I am starting to understand what I still need to learn more about and where I have more work to do. Next: go and watch your How to Use Analytics video (hey, that could have been a CARD, right? :). Thanks for everything. I review A LOT of the top TH-cam mentor channels. Yours is one of the best. Material is clear, language is straightforward.
I USE ONE OF YOUR ADVICES AND THAT REALLY HELP MY TH-cam
THNKS
That's amazing!
Yay congrats!✨
Thank you for the advice!! I want to continue to grow! I think it’s so important to not compare your channel to anyone else. Everyone has a different journey!
FACTS!
Idk what it is but whenever Annie releases a video, I'm dropping everything I'm doing to watch -- you always have my undivided attention. Thanks for all your help, Annie!
WOW thank you so much!!
Thats tru, jamaican.
It's definitely true, we think we have made the best video and its youtube not promoting my channel, rather than thinking of the mistakes and scope of improvement in our videos.
hi annie :)) i’m sure i’ll love this video! i just had a quick question out of curiosity LOL is it normal to see a dip in views/subscribers/cpm etc after the holidays? i’ve heard people talk about the january slump and i was wondering if that’s normal/true? also ur videos are always so helpful, i love them!
Wait, yes! I just asked her this question! You have seen it too?!!! My revenue went down and so did my other TH-cam friends.
Yes! And I think it's the same thing as in the early fall! People are off school and sometimes also off work in the summer break and winter break so we tend to grow much faster in these breaks and those are also the times of year you often see channels blow up. Then there's a slight slump when people go back to work/school.
As for revenue, January is statistically the worst time of year for CPM/RPM so revenue is usually a little lower x
@@anniedube ohhh, this is so helpful! thank youuuuu 🤍🤍
Once again thanks for your words of wisdom! Next week will be my first full month on youtube with regularly scheduled content. Just starting out and feeling vulnerable with that you are putting out there can be a mind-game. Thank you for either providing me solid advice or encouraging me because I'm already doing what you would suggest. I look forward to celebrating your success with you and watching you hit your sub goals! You rock and inspire!
Wow and already closing in on 100! Congrats!
Goodluck to everyone who start their channel in 2021 :)
YES!
You're freaking awesome Annie!!!!
Really excited for this video. My growth has been super slow. I've been using Tube buddy for all my keyword research and I always choose high scoring keywords but don't seem to end up ranking in search. I'm using the Tube buddy mobile app and I'm wondering if maybe it's not as good as the desktop version? x
i think it’s the same thing, i could be wrong
@@chelseaareeves Thanks! x
@Doms TV thanks, good to know I'm not the only one! :)
Thank you for this info, I enjoy watching your videos to the end. I just started my TH-cam channel 3 days ago. I have only one video up, that video got in over 1K views and it got me 62 subs. I'm now working on my next video. My first video has no thumbnail and I didn't think of making a effort to describe my video adequately. I now feel a lil embarrassed about this, but watching all your videos, I now have a better understanding what to do in my next video, and I'm going to work on my thumbnail and really make an effort in the description.
That’s awesome!!
well doing youtube you need to stay calm and the results gonna come for sure..like in 1 month i already have my first ever 100 subscriber by following Annie's tips
FACTS!
So this video both made be feel a little better about my analytics and also become even more puzzled on what to do to improve. When you mentioned your average viewer duration and click through rate, I suddenly felt I was at least doing something right. My average viewer duration for my overall channel sits at around 6 minutes (which is better for some of my videos than others) and my click through rate is at 4.5%. In my head I always assumed these were poor statistically. I look at my analytics daily trying to figure out what I can do to get things to grow faster. I've accepted the limitations of what my subject matter will pull based on the top channels doing similar things, however it still feels like a never ending uphill battle. I have worked on my SEO to get my videos better ranked. I have shortened my intro to keep viewers from clicking away as quickly. I have overhauled my thumbnails to make my videos stand out more which has helped out (my old click through rate was about 1.3%). Some videos do better than others of course based on the subject matter. I'm not at a stand still but I definitely feel like things are more just slow and steady. I've experimented and had both improvements and major set backs. Maybe my expectations are too high for where I am in my timeline. I've also quit time constraining my videos because I feel like I was always rushing to keep them short which I feel hurt the content ( the viewer duration has gone up so I feel like that helped). I'm constantly trying to find ways to improve, but sometimes its hard to figure out how to appease the algorithm gods. I do want to thank you though, I feel way better at least about where my click through rate. The fact your videos get so many views and are sitting around the same percentage at least makes me feel like I am doing something right, even if my views are no where near where yours are at.
This is a great example of practicing what you preach. In this case, trend hacking ;-)
YES!
Can't wait! I've been getting good CTR (8%) and good retention (60%) for a while, but for some reason my channel doesn't grow and I'm getting less and less impressions. I really hope this helps!
Atleast this doesn’t affect me because I’ve been growing so fast randomly, and it just started randomly no promoting whatsoever. And Annie, is 70 percent audience retention good?
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That's great! But if that's the case then you want to read your analytics EVEN MORE to understand why it's happening so you can keep it up!
Yaay!! Premiere squad! Hi Annie 👋 excited for this video!!
Hope you like it!
As always, this is really great information! Thank you for all of the information you're sharing :)
My pleasure as always!
Thanks for your honesty, Annie. Am I that one person who watched to the end LOL? I know most of us, appreciate your candour and honesty. I love the point about everyone is still growing on TH-cam even Mr Beast. I am predicting 150K+ in 2021 for you. Keep being amazing Annie. Let's all share her videos so she can get to 150K+ this year. If anyone deserves it she does.
Good question. I still barely know, what I am doing 😂.
Hope it helps x
Your channel is already a success! CLAIM IT 🤞🏾✨
YES!
I'm going to go read my analytics.
YES!
I love how honest and blunt you are! we all needed to hear this, thank you Annie!
If you get tons of views in those first 24 hours, the algorithm will recommend that video for longer. So you gotta keep your channel updated constantly to keep growing steadily. If you don't publish more videos, you don't grow. ... This will also help your current subscribers know when to expect your videos.
Yep I believe it looks for how well it does within the first hour. If it gets any views then it starts to recommend it more.
Greetings from Dubai, dear Annie!
Wow! Wow!! Wow!!! This video is so powerful that it hit me with a terrifying upper-cut!
BAM!!!
You were reading my mind and sentiments. I had been whining all these times why my channel is on stagnant mode and you were right - I did not read my channel's analytics. Will start understanding it from now on. Will watch and re-watch your videos in this regard until I learn and act properly.
Cheers for sharing, dear Annie. Thank you.
Raise your hand if your goal is to hit 100k!!! ✋✋💯
WOO!
My goal is to get 10
Thank you for a great video. I am a grandmother trying to learn how to be you tuber and I greatly appreciate the fact that you are honest with us. Love you to the Moon and back!!
I cannot wait I cannot wait! Why is 9.30 so far away? 😭
Its crazy because I always question why im not growing on youtube but I realize that I barely look at my analytics. Thanks Annie for your advice!! 🙌🏾
You're so welcome!
Hope you can respond to this question: How long does it generally take for TH-cam to start pushing your videos out? I have multiple videos with 10-20% CTR, 50%+ View Duration, and positive likes, however it seems YT just doesn't push it out to people. Or they do, but only for a few hours then it plateau's again.. Granted I just started putting videos out 3 weeks ago, perhaps it's just a waiting game... Thanks!
It can days, weeks or months. I had a video hit the trending page on day one, where i also had three videos which on separate occasions took four or more months to blow up!
It is waiting a little. I say it’s like TH-cam is trying to decide if they trust you and see how you are doing before they recommend you to others. It took me about two months before I saw TH-cam working for me. My advice isn’t Annie’s but I have seen growth on my channel.
@@StarchWithPlants This is fantastic advice. Thanks for sharing it with us!
@@anniedube Thank you for confirming :)
@@anniedube Such an amazing, well-timed video! Thank you so much for this Annie.
Thank you for this video, Annie. We can always count on you for advice and direction we can trust, and a perspective that will actually help us grow. It's just as clear as it always has been that you care about your community and genuinely want them to grow. You would've had no other reason to make a video like this. It's admirable and inspirational. You make big promises about helping us grow on TH-cam, and you always deliver on those promises. This is why your channel IS growing.
1:48 Annie not willing to say 69 on camera 😂😂
Ah yes another wonderful video! My channel has grown so much since learning from you and getting tips from others in the fb group. You killed it again with this video ✨
I hate it when people comment "TOP SECRET CLICK THE LINK" and when you click it its just a kid talking in another language
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oh gosh lol
Yes! Audience retention is my biggest problem that I am trying to work on right now. Great video! ❤️
Can't wait.
I will be dropping a video an hour to this time. We almost have the Same Upload schedule
You make the best growth videos Sis! PERIOD! ✊🏾
Thank you so much! 🤗
I've been at 19 subs for almost a month eventhough I post weekly :P
Let's hope this works im excited ;D
You should find things that people like watching...she exploded in views etc because she has content about things people need...we should do that...but go to fb groups to get some more subs that helps a little too
Same I am still at 19 subs and I post every week😐
@@LuanZeqiri1 ok thank you for your tips I'll definitely try these
@@JoannnTV oof...
Wishing you goodluck :))
And you stilll have 19 subscribers 😂
I'm still watching at the end and I appreciate this video! For me, I think it's consistent uploads. My other numbers tick boxes but I upload whenever I want. I also just now started doing better with thumbnails so with these two key points should really boost my channel in the right direction! Thanks Annie!
Claim your ticket here before they are finished!!
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Ok!!
this is going to be another bomb video I can already tell🙌 only the most genuine advice from Annie!
ah gurl love uuuu!
@@anniedube love ya!!
I literally just started Idk wtf I'm expecting lmao
This is the time to explore. Figure out what you want your channel to be about. Research. They say the best way to get started is to get started. Record, edit. Post Repeat.
❤️ Annie Dubé’s videos = Miracle Grow® for our TH-cam channels ❤️ Thank you Annie!!!
HAHA love that
people who sees this comment will grow their channel eventually :))
i wish everyone the best and i believe we can do it 🍀🍀🍀
Keep it up!
Right on. Hammer it home. Newer channels take a bit to establish analytics, but it’s a wealth of info. I’m working on the note taking of it and figuring all out.
For sure! Anything worth having takes time!
Calling all new TH-camrs! We got this! 💪✨ We are all in this together!
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@@anniedube 💝
Your videos are literally so helpful for all small youtubers ❤️
Thank you so much!
@@anniedube your welcome ❤️
It's hard as new content creators but we must all persevere! "Never Give Up, Never Surrender!!!!!"
Wow!!!! Still watching at the end. Thank you so much!! This is very motivating!
You are amazing. Your advice is really growing my channel. I had 200 subs last week and I’m at 400 this week because I keep listening to you. Thanks so much queen.
Yes, I did watch to the end 💕 Your information for this new TH-camr is priceless. Even I approaching 60 yo and starting a TH-cam channel benefits from your advice.