Wrong YouTube Tips That Are Stopping Your Channel From Growing
As new YouTube content creators, we endlessly scroll through videos, searching for that golden advice that promises instant fame & success
But be careful: many myths could actually slow your channel’s growth.
Myth #1: “Post Every Day to Grow Fast”
Fact: Posting every day can build momentum if you’re creating quick, short content like YouTube Shorts or memes. But for most creators, especially those making longer or more thoughtful videos, daily posting isn’t always the best strategy.
Quality content takes time, and focusing too much on quantity can burn you out and lead to lower-quality videos.
Myth #2: “Just Copy Successful Creators”
Fact: Trying to mimic what big creators are doing might seem like a smart move, but it often backfires. There are millions of channels trying to do the same thing. Instead, find your unique voice
Create content that you would want to watch
Remember, YouTube is a huge platform with over 2 billion users there’s room for all types of content.
Myth #3: “SEO is Everything”
Fact: While SEO can help get your content discovered, it’s not the magic bullet for growth
YouTube’s algorithm is more focused on audience behaviour, like how long viewers watch your video and whether they click on your thumbnails than on keywords
Don’t let SEO overshadow the importance of creating engaging, high-quality content that resonates with your audience
I had been an advocate of using keywords and tags – a couple of years ago
However, things have changed now and by the time we understand what is working now there will be a new change and update
Focus on your Thumbnail and Title, make it as engaging and optimise to get clicks
(How?- will do a detailed post soon)
Myth #4: “You Need to Be Perfect from the Start”
Fact: Don’t wait for perfection before you start creating
Done is better than perfect, especially when you’re just starting out
Focus on making videos, learning from the process, and enjoying the journey
Remember, the most successful creators are those who continuously improve their skills and adapt over time
1) The Truth About Growing on YouTube
YouTube is all about finding what works best for you & your audience
2) Avoid getting caught up in all the conflicting advice out there
3) Focus on creating content that you’re passionate about, learn from your experiences, & don’t be afraid to try new things
Growth takes time and patience, think of it as a marathon, not a sprint
Image credit Karishma Mehta, it was sometime in 2023, i was interacting with her brilliant team at Humans of Bombay on organic YouTube growth & community building
