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#post227 Hey New YouTube Creators! Lets tackle a common roadblock for creators: Passively waiting for brand deals! The truth? Success rarely knocks on your door. Whether it's views, subscribers, or brand deals, sometimes you gotta go out and get them! Here's the deal: Many creators mistakenly believe brands will magically find them. But here's the secret – proactive outreach is key! Don't be afraid to connect with brands that resonate with your content and audience. Think about it this way: Brands are constantly looking for creators who align with their values. By reaching out directly, you're showing initiative and demonstrating your passion for potential partnerships. Feeling empowered to take action? I'll be sharing tips on identifying ideal brand partners, crafting compelling pitches, and making a strong first impression. But first, tell me! Have you ever considered reaching out to brands directly? What are your biggest fears or hesitations about proactive brand outreach? Let me know in the comments below, and I'll be there to guide you on your YouTube journey! #YouTubeWeek #BrandDeals #ProactiveOutreach #YouTubeCreator

Changing your niche on YouTube, it’s the beginning of the end. for many creators, why: When you shift your niche, you confuse your audience. They subscribed for one thing, but now you’re giving them something else. This leads to: → Lower engagement → Fewer recommendations from YouTube’s algorithm → A frustrated and shrinking audience The worst part? It can feel like your efforts are wasted, and many creators quit altogether. Instead of switching lanes completely, consider: → Find ways to expand within your niche (without alienating your core audience). → Test new ideas as experimental content before committing fully. → Always keep your audience’s interests at the center of your strategy. YouTube isn’t just about creating content—it’s about creating consistent value for a specific audience. Consistency breeds trust. Trust builds growth. Changing your niche doesn’t have to mean starting from scratch—just pivot wisely :) do you disagree? tell me why. Want more? → Follow yahya iken your go-to for YouTube growth and creator insights. → ♻️ Repost if you find this helpful #youtube #contentcreation

As people are deluded with more and more content, and it becomes harder and harder for content creators to cut through, look for them to start building communities. YouTube sees it coming. That's why earlier this month the company announced that it's working on YouTube Communities: spaces where fans of content creators can gather and connect with one another. This underscores the key difference between audiences and communities: To build an audience, you create content. To build a community, you must create a space. Content can play a key role in creating that space, but you cannot build a space with content alone. At the moment, YouTube is experimenting with Communities; it expects to roll the feature out to the public in 2025. https://lnkd.in/gx-XSSDE #communitybuilding

🌟 Did you know YouTube's algorithm could be your secret weapon for growth? 🌟 Many creators are in the dark about what really powers YouTube’s recommendation system. Here's the scoop👇 YouTube doesn’t just count clicks or views. It focuses on viewer satisfaction, making sure people love what they watch. Here's how it works: - Surveys that ask viewers about their experience - Engagement metrics like likes, dislikes, and retention rates - Personalized recommendations based on your watch history Why is this crucial for you? ✅ Your content needs to resonate with the audience—satisfaction is key! ✅ Consistent and engaging series can boost your visibility. ✅ Utilize tools like playlists and end screens to keep viewers hooked. Feeling stuck as a small creator? Good news! YouTube is actively helping emerging creators get discovered. Even if your initial metrics aren't booming, your videos can still find the right audience over time. Ready to optimize your YouTube strategy? Start by focusing on creating content that genuinely satisfies and engages your audience. What’s your next move to captivate your viewers? Tell us in the comments! 🔍📈 #YouTubeAlgorithm #YouTubeCreators #YouTubeGrowth #YouTubeRecommendations #YouTubeSecretWeapon #YouTubeInsights #YouTubeTips #YouTubeStrategy #YouTubeSuccess #YouTubeMarketing

Creating a loyal fanbase on YouTube goes beyond just boosting those subscriber numbers—it's about building a community that's genuinely enthusiastic about what you're offering. Why not start with consistently serving up valuable content that keeps people coming back for more? Dive into the comments section, engage with your audience, and don’t hesitate to ask them what they’d like to see next. This approach not only fosters trust but also makes your viewers feel appreciated. Share personal stories about your brand's journey and what drives you. It helps viewers connect with your mission on a deeper level. Encourage your audience to share their own experiences with your product or service. This user-generated content can significantly extend your reach. Consider hosting live Q&A sessions to create even stronger bonds—sometimes, that personal touch makes all the difference. Remember: "Loyalty is built on trust and mutual respect." By treating your audience as partners in your journey, you create a space where they’re invested in your success. That’s how you turn viewers into passionate advocates for your brand. #brandgrowth #youtube #digitalmarketing

YouTube Introduces Hype to Boost Emerging Creators YouTube has launched Hype, a new feature designed to support and empower emerging content creators on its platform. This innovative tool aims to help smaller channels grow their audience and connect with viewers more effectively.                                                                                         Hype introduces several key features to enhance creator-viewer interactions: 🔅Gifted Memberships: Viewers can now purchase channel memberships for other users, fostering community growth and support for creators. 🔅Subscriber-only Chats: Creators can host exclusive live chat sessions for their subscribers, encouraging deeper engagement and loyalty. 🔅Channel Emotes: Custom emojis for channels add a personalized touch to interactions, enhancing community identity. 🔅Improved Analytics: Enhanced data insights help creators better understand their audience and content performance.  YouTube aims to level the playing field for smaller creators, providing them with tools previously available only to larger channels. #YouTubeCreators #ContentCreation #DigitalEngagement #SocialMediaInnovation #CreatorEconomy

Vertical video is dead. Here’s why - TikTok, the leader of vertical video, is now incentivizing creators to start posting horizontal videos that are more than 1 minute long. #TikTok will boost these longer, horizontal videos to even more viewers for the first 72 hours after being posted. If it’s good for creators, it’s good for brands. Marketers - you always ask how to boost your organic reach, here‘s the answer. Jump on it before your competitors do. #socialmedia #influencermarketing

YouTube is rolling out 'Hype' that will help us discover and support emerging talent. 🔍🆕 With Hype, YouTube is trying to focus on growing the smaller channels and helping people discover and share new creators. Hype is an entirely new promotional system inside of YouTube where there’s a new button for hyping a video, and the most-hyped videos will appear on a platform-wide leaderboard. It’s a bit like Trending, but it’s focused specifically on smaller channels and on what people specifically choose to recommend rather than just what they watch. 💬📊 #YouTube #socialmedia #creatoreconomy

Why YouTube is the place to be for brands as we head into 2025 📈 🤝 Custom Integrations for Every Audience. Each audience is unique, and this calls for custom integrations. For example, in our recent video where Callum Airey explored viral TikTok restaurants with a our sponsor, Holafly, we’re merging entertainment with value. By tying the brand naturally into the content flow, we make the experience enjoyable for viewers while organically delivering key brand messages. 🚀 Real Connection Through Video. YouTube allows brands to reach people at scale. But it’s not just about numbers - creators like Calfreezy bring authenticity to brand messages, making viewers feel like they’re being spoken to, not sold to. This authenticity is powerful. 💰 Results. The numbers don't lie and it's becoming ever-apparent that brands are needing to prove that ROI. Independent of the KPI, spending across YouTube allows brands to be hyper-targeted to the results that matter to them. If you're a brand and are looking to hit the mark on YouTube, drop me a message. #brandpartnerships #youtube #influencermarketing

Are you hyped for YouTube's 'HYPE' feature?! Ondrej Silhavy breaks down how it might help brands build stronger communities online 💬 The feature is designed to give creators with fewer than 500k subscribers an extra boost. Fans can now actively promote their favourite videos, pushing creators up a leaderboard, and keeping loyal audiences even more engaged. Here's what this means for creators + brands who partner with them ⏩ #VoWInsights #YouTube #CreatorEconomy #DigitalMarketing #CommunityMarketing #ConsumerOfTomorrow