Common issues that keep you under 1,000 subscribers

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Zack Wellman said:
This is crazy to see you here; I literally spent the last 3 days watching, studying and utilizing the advice in your videos.

Anyway! These are all extremely valid points, ones that I've tried to convey nicely to other YouTubers on these forums. Unfortunately, it takes a lot of stern advice to get most of these people to sway from these "copy ____, get big" attitudes.

Thanks for the awesome information you provide, Tim. Look forward to following your videos in the future![DOUBLEPOST=1425258917,1425258170][/DOUBLEPOST]As a tip, I'm only on 440 subscribers (Can't seem to break the 440-500 mark, just came back after a 9 month hiatus though) - but I've found that the most "common" ways of promoting are ineffective when starting off.

People seem to think that posting on your Facebook Page & sending out a few tweets will get your video some traction? That's wrong, unless you use it properly. It's important to use correct tags in posts on other social networks, but the key to getting anywhere with external promotion is interaction; get involved in the communities and followings of the hashtags you are using.

For example; I commonly use #IndieGames and #LetsPlay in my posts. These were good, but no one clicked through. Then I started communicating and interacting with other people using those tags, sharing advice and opinions and eventually building strong connections and friendships with these people.

90% of my YouTube friends were met through social media platforms, so it's definitely a great way to build a loyal fanbase. You need to show them you're a human, and that your videos will reflect your personality online.

Build a connection, and it'll definitely encourage click-throughs to your content.
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totally agree with u :)
 
Thanks man! I utilized these tips, and I've grown from around only sixty subscribers, to nearly one hundred and fifty of them!

These tips are great, especially if you're a small channel such as myself.
 
read your post you have some very helpful tips here. seems that most of these sort of posts say about the same thing, which i guess means you all know what youre talking about! i have a problem with it though.. i think my content is good! at least im happy about it when i upload but getting a good thumbnail. what would be considered a good thumbnail and how can i improve mine?
 
Zack Wellman said:
This is crazy to see you here; I literally spent the last 3 days watching, studying and utilizing the advice in your videos.

Anyway! These are all extremely valid points, ones that I've tried to convey nicely to other YouTubers on these forums. Unfortunately, it takes a lot of stern advice to get most of these people to sway from these "copy ____, get big" attitudes.

Thanks for the awesome information you provide, Tim. Look forward to following your videos in the future![DOUBLEPOST=1425258917,1425258170][/DOUBLEPOST]As a tip, I'm only on 440 subscribers (Can't seem to break the 440-500 mark, just came back after a 9 month hiatus though) - but I've found that the most "common" ways of promoting are ineffective when starting off.

People seem to think that posting on your Facebook Page & sending out a few tweets will get your video some traction? That's wrong, unless you use it properly. It's important to use correct tags in posts on other social networks, but the key to getting anywhere with external promotion is interaction; get involved in the communities and followings of the hashtags you are using.

For example; I commonly use #IndieGames and #LetsPlay in my posts. These were good, but no one clicked through. Then I started communicating and interacting with other people using those tags, sharing advice and opinions and eventually building strong connections and friendships with these people.

90% of my YouTube friends were met through social media platforms, so it's definitely a great way to build a loyal fanbase. You need to show them you're a human, and that your videos will reflect your personality online.

Build a connection, and it'll definitely encourage click-throughs to your content.
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Hey Tim,

Thanks or the solid advice... :) will keep it in mind
Thanks again :D

Cheers man ;)
 
I would be interested if you would recommend having an intro featuring the channel name? I usually start with a short hook asking a question, then intro, then the rest of the video
 
EDIT: I just saw the post above and it also applies to me! so I shall wait until I have a fair few more videos up before worrying about my sub numbers lol

I have been reading through this thread and it has opened my eyes to what I will need to consider and put into action to gain more subs and views. Firstly I must stress that my primary motivation is purely the love of uploading and I really enjoy creating the content. I am quite happy with the content I am creating (production wise) but struggle to find the correct platforms to promote my channel. I have thought about my target audience and what value I may bring to their lives, but I still find views hard to come by and likes/subs even harder! I try to comment on peoples videos with care and thoughtfulness whilst also trying to avoid self promoting. is there any suggestions as to the next step in making some noise within the YT community
 
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Networking with others is the most important thing I feel, engage with others on YouTube and they will engage with you back and maybe even check out your channel. Be nice and play nice :)
 
Alot of great tips there that I feel I can take on as a new youtuber. The main thing Ill be taking away from this read is to stay positive but also critical of my work. Thanks again!
 
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