How to Create a YouTube Channel and Monetize It

Introduction

• Speaker: Rod Els
• Topic: Creating and monetizing a YouTube channel
• Emphasizes that starting a YouTube channel is simpler than ever in 2025.
• Google favors new creators who follow a specific process.
• Companion document available via a link in the pinned comment.

Steps to Create a YouTube Channel

1. Access YouTube

   • Use Google Chrome and search for YouTube.
   • Navigate to the YouTube homepage.

2. Create a Channel

   • Click on your profile picture.
   • Select "YouTube Studio" if "Create a Channel" is not directly available.
   • Enter your name and handle.
   • Example: "Biohacks Woman Over 40" for a faceless channel.

3. Channel Setup Completion

   • Welcome to YouTube Studios.
   • Initial state: 0 subscribers, 0 videos.
   • Manage the channel via YouTube Studio for settings and progress.

Monetization Requirements

• Eligibility for YouTube Partner Program
  • 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in a year or
  • 10 million shorts views in 90 days.
  • Enable two-step verification.
  • Comply with YouTube monetization policies.

Making Money on YouTube

• Sell digital products, coaching, or affiliate products.
• Video available on making $1,000 a day using Chat GPT and Google Docs.

Additional Tips

• Earnings via YouTube

  • Watch page ads, short feed ads, memberships.
  • Follow YouTube's prompts to enable earnings.

• Channel Customization

  • Use Canva for creating a banner image.
  • Add picture, channel name, and handle.
  • Fill in the channel description and contact info.

• Example Set Up

  • URL: youtube.com/[your_unique_ID]
  • Examples of banners, links, and descriptions.

Conclusion

• YouTube as a platform for showcasing talent and earning money.
• Encouragement to watch companion videos for more detailed advice on monetizing content.
• Call to action: Explore the companion document and video for further detailed guidance.

Additional Resources

• Link to the video: "How to Make $1,000 a Day with Chat GPT"