Growing a Successful YouTube Channel

Introduction

• Generic tips often don't work.
• Learned effective strategies through experience.
• Aim: Share secrets great YouTubers use but don't reveal.
• Welcome to the channel Eleva YouTube.
• Summary: Discussing 5 secrets for growth and engagement.
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Secret 1: Magic Formula of the Algorithm

• Keywords: Include relevant keywords in titles, descriptions, and tags.
  • Helps YouTube understand the target audience.
  • Easier for people to find videos.
• Content Quality: Create engaging and informative content.
  • High retention is crucial.
  • Avoid false promises or clickbait.

Engagement with the Audience

• Respond to Comments:
  • Engage with comments to generate more interaction.
  • Respond to comments and ask questions to encourage further discussion.
  • Important for video engagement metrics.
• Encourage Comments:
  • Use triggers to prompt specific comments.
  • Make videos responding to follower comments.

Importance of Thumbnails

• Investment in Thumbnails:
  • Bright colors, eye-catching text, and appealing images.
  • First impression is crucial: click-through rate impacts success.
• Design Considerations:
  • Use urgency elements (e.g., words like "now" or "free").
  • Test different designs to see what works best.
  • AB testing feature (upcoming on YouTube) to experiment with different thumbnails.
• Balance:
  • Good thumbnail and good video both necessary.
  • Good click rate + good video retention = successful video.

Conclusion

• Further tips will be shared in next videos.
• Encourage watching additional videos for comprehensive learning.