Lecture Notes: Achieving 1,000 YouTube Subscribers in 9 Days

Introduction

• Speaker thanks audience for reaching 1,000 subscribers.
• Aim: Share steps to achieve similar growth, applicable for others' channels and niches.

Background

• First appeared on YouTube 17 years ago.
• Created first channel 11 years ago, posted one video, gained two subscribers.
• Restarted on YouTube in December 2023.

Initial YouTube Journey

• Full-time remote job in social media strategy and education.
• Hosted a challenge to create 300 content pieces across 4 platforms in 14 days.
• Launched a new YouTube channel during this challenge.
• Posted shorts and some long-form videos, gaining approximately 134 subscribers by September 2024.

Decision to Take YouTube Seriously

• Began posting regularly from September 3rd, 2024.
• Initially had a travel/remote work niche.
• Stopped traveling, decided to settle down, leading to a niche change.

Choosing a New Niche

• Opted for a niche in social media growth and personal branding.
• Overcame perfectionism and procrastination.

Strategy and Posting Schedule

• Committed to posting three videos per week on personal branding.
• Inspired by other content creators.

Initial Challenges

• Struggled with niche identity and video topics.
• Faced discouragement and negative comments.

Growth Milestones

• On September 16th, hit 200 subscribers.
• September 21st: Reached 500 subscribers.
• September 23rd: 700 subscribers.
• September 25th: Surpassed 1,000 subscribers.

Key Learning and Strategy

• Authenticity and vulnerability are crucial.
• Videos with genuine emotion and personal stories resonate more.
• Mixing trending topics with educational content.

Recommendations

• Show real and authentic emotions in videos.
• Choose a niche to focus content and connect with specific audiences.
• Use a mix of trending topics and tutorials.
• Be consistent and review what works for growth.

Conclusion

• Emphasis on authenticity and connection with the audience.
• Importance of overcoming personal blocks to start creating.
• Encouragement for viewers to take actionable steps based on their journey stage.