YouTube is one of the platforms that I plan on building my personal brand on, but this is the one that I see as the most challenging.
I have been at it for four weeks now and my suspicions were correct.
It takes a lot of time to produce one video which means I can currently only commit to putting out one a week, which I think is fine in terms of frequency, but what it does mean is that the feedback loop is extremely long, leading to slower progress than on say Instagram.
That being said, I do enjoy the process and I feel that it is more personally rewarding.
What are the videos about?
My videos are currently all talking head videos on the topic of productivity, and the reclamation of time.
What are my goals with the channel?
I aim to use this as one of my prongs to build an audience.
I'm working on setting up a business right now (progress thread: https://www.thefastlaneforum.com/co...n-online-business-to-replace-my-income.95683/) and this is one of the ways that I will be funnelling people to my offer.
This channel is mostly around providing as much value as I can in the niche I am trying to enter, and building some sort of a following.
What is my strategy?
I am making videos around problem topics in my niche with searchable titles.
I don't expect a lot of traction to begin with so, for now, my aim is to put out as much high-quality content as I can, provide as much value as I can, and improve my video making skills.
What equipment am I using?
I am using a Sony a6500 with a Sigma contemporary f/1.4 30mm prime lens, a cheap lav mic I got off amazon, and premier pro on my MacBook air.
Why am I imaging this thread?
I want a place to record my findings, but most of all I would really appreciate any feedback or advice. I'm researching and analysing a lot, but direct advice would be incredibly valuable.
Also, hopefully some people can learn something from my mistakes and findings!
What is something that I have learnt so far?
Don't put in any clear giveaways that the video is about to end. Things like specifically stating you are summarising and ending the video, outro music faded in before the end cards, etc.
When I did this I saw a SIGNIFICANT drop at that very point, which apparently hurts you in the eyes of the algorithm, and it means that they won't see your end screen with playlists, subscribe and your next video button. And if they don't see that, they are less likely to watch more of your videos and subscribe.
What's my channel?
Here is an example of the kind of videos I put out:
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FarMqjAlmg
I have been at it for four weeks now and my suspicions were correct.
It takes a lot of time to produce one video which means I can currently only commit to putting out one a week, which I think is fine in terms of frequency, but what it does mean is that the feedback loop is extremely long, leading to slower progress than on say Instagram.
That being said, I do enjoy the process and I feel that it is more personally rewarding.
What are the videos about?
My videos are currently all talking head videos on the topic of productivity, and the reclamation of time.
What are my goals with the channel?
I aim to use this as one of my prongs to build an audience.
I'm working on setting up a business right now (progress thread: https://www.thefastlaneforum.com/co...n-online-business-to-replace-my-income.95683/) and this is one of the ways that I will be funnelling people to my offer.
This channel is mostly around providing as much value as I can in the niche I am trying to enter, and building some sort of a following.
What is my strategy?
I am making videos around problem topics in my niche with searchable titles.
I don't expect a lot of traction to begin with so, for now, my aim is to put out as much high-quality content as I can, provide as much value as I can, and improve my video making skills.
What equipment am I using?
I am using a Sony a6500 with a Sigma contemporary f/1.4 30mm prime lens, a cheap lav mic I got off amazon, and premier pro on my MacBook air.
Why am I imaging this thread?
I want a place to record my findings, but most of all I would really appreciate any feedback or advice. I'm researching and analysing a lot, but direct advice would be incredibly valuable.
Also, hopefully some people can learn something from my mistakes and findings!
What is something that I have learnt so far?
Don't put in any clear giveaways that the video is about to end. Things like specifically stating you are summarising and ending the video, outro music faded in before the end cards, etc.
When I did this I saw a SIGNIFICANT drop at that very point, which apparently hurts you in the eyes of the algorithm, and it means that they won't see your end screen with playlists, subscribe and your next video button. And if they don't see that, they are less likely to watch more of your videos and subscribe.
What's my channel?
Jamal Moir
Learn how to become a highly productive, high output person and start accelerating towards your goals. Do you find yourself lacking in time? Do you feel that...
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Here is an example of the kind of videos I put out:
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