TubeTalk: Your YouTube How-To Guide

Send us a Text Message. Check out the Youtube channel! https://vidiq.ink/theboost Watch this specific episode with video: https://youtu.be/wHZ-uN9Aa2w Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jen discuss their new video podcast format and their journey as small creators on YouTube. They answer questions from listeners about reposting videos and increasing watch time on long-form gaming videos. They also share their strategy for growing their new channel, The Boost, and their plans to document their progress and share insights with their audience. Travis and Jen reflect on their own experiences starting YouTube channels and the challenges they faced. They also recommend the Netflix show 'The Circle' and the TV show 'Ted Lasso' as their favorite videos of the week.

Send us a Text Message. Check out the new Youtube channel! https://vidiq.ink/theboost Travis and Jen discuss various topics related to YouTube, including starting a new YouTube channel, the challenges of getting views on new channels, the importance of playlists for family-friendly content, strategies for collaborating with larger creators, and the myths surrounding daily uploads and the impact of bad videos on future videos. In this conversation, Travis and Jenn discuss several myths and misconceptions about YouTube. They debunk the idea that YouTube's algorithm punishes creators by lowering their impressions, clarify that shorts do not make as much money as long-form videos, and explain that being monetized is not necessary to get views. They also address the importance (or lack thereof) of tags and hashtags for video discovery, and discuss the concept of retention editing and how it varies depending on the niche. Overall, they emphasize the need to think logically and consider the specific dynamics of each platform and niche when it comes to YouTube strategies. Takeaways Email us at theboost@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Get your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jenn discuss various topics related to video creation and audience growth. They answer questions about monetization through memberships, the impact of posting different types of content in the same day, and the success story of a small channel that underwent a pivot and saw significant growth. The conversation highlights the importance of offering value to viewers, building a community, and adapting strategies to fit the needs of the audience. In this conversation, Jenn and Travis discuss the excitement and challenges of experiencing sudden success on YouTube. They emphasize the importance of being prepared for success and planning for long-term sustainability. They also address the hesitation some creators feel about monetizing their content and encourage them to recognize the value they provide and not feel guilty about earning money. The conversation concludes with recommendations for YouTube channels they enjoyed watching. This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com or email the show theboost@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Get your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jen discuss various topics related to YouTube content creation. They start by diving into answering listener questions. They discuss whether to continue with an old YouTube channel or start a new one, the benefits of niching down, and the concept of 'fake it until you make it' by buying YouTube views. They also touch on the importance of social proof and subscriber size, as well as the challenges and uncertainties of being a full-time YouTuber. In this conversation, Jenn and Travis discuss the challenges of being a full-time content creator and the importance of choosing a niche you are passionate about. They also talk about YouTube's new feature called Community Notes, which allows viewers to add context and debunk misinformation in videos. They mention two YouTube channels they enjoyed: Drew Sims, a solo travel channel with stunning cinematic shots, and Big Time, a spin-off channel from Donut Media that explores why two hosts left the original channel. This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com or email the show theboost@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Get your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/SvqVEB5yEcg In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jen discuss the topic of buying views and subscribers on YouTube. They start by addressing feedback from a listener who was confused about the term '10 of 10' mentioned in a previous episode. Travis explains that '10 of 10' refers to the ranking of a video among the last 10 videos uploaded. They then delve into the dangers and ineffectiveness of buying views and subscribers, emphasizing that it does not lead to an engaged audience or help with monetization goals. They also discuss the practice of buying established channels and the pitfalls associated with it. In this conversation, Travis and Jenn discuss the challenges of being a YouTuber and the importance of hard work and dedication. They emphasize that success on YouTube requires more than just wanting to make money and that there are no shortcuts to building a successful channel. They also discuss the differences between YouTube promotions and Google ads, highlighting the importance of understanding your target audience and utilizing the recommendation engine to grow your channel. This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com or email the show theboost@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Get your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jen discuss the rollout of thumbnail testing on YouTube. They share their thoughts on how creators can use this feature effectively and the importance of creating visually different thumbnails. They also address the question of whether it's worth going back to underperforming videos and trying different thumbnail designs. The hosts emphasize the need for practice in creating thumbnails and the importance of understanding that thumbnail testing is not a guaranteed solution for all video performance issues. They also provide tips for gathering data on topic choices for videos with slow starts. In this conversation, Travis and Jenn discuss the importance of creating videos based on the questions and topics that viewers are already searching for. They emphasize the need to update and redo older videos to reflect changes in skills and knowledge. They also discuss the significance of using specific titles and thumbnails to attract viewers and the value of having a supportive community of fellow creators. They encourage creators to use analytics and tools to improve their content and not to feel overwhelmed or dumb if they don't understand everything at first. They end the conversation by sharing their favorite videos they watched recently. This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com or email the show theboost@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Get your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jen discuss the challenges of dealing with low-performing videos, also known as '10 of 10s'. They explore the emotional impact of these videos and the isolation that creators often feel. They emphasize the importance of finding a supportive community of fellow creators and attending events like VidSummit to connect with others who understand the journey. Travis and Jen also share their experiences with videos that initially performed poorly but later gained traction. They discuss the unpredictability of YouTube and the need for patience and confidence in the creative process. They also touch on the concept of community content and the importance of balancing content for the audience with content that fulfills the creator's creative vision. The episode concludes with a discussion on the role of coaching and finding joy in the creative process. In this conversation, Travis and Jenn discuss the importance of understanding what you want to accomplish with your YouTube channel. They share personal stories and examples of how focusing on building a community and creating meaningful content can lead to impactful experiences. They also discuss the concept of '10 of 10' videos and how to avoid getting discouraged by numerical metrics. They end the conversation by sharing their favorite YouTube videos of the week. This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com or email the show theboost@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/li2LYZaLzxQ Get your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 In this episode, Travis and Jenn discuss some brutal advice for small YouTube creators. They address topics such as the repetition of growth channels, the value of YouTube coaching, the importance of investing in yourself, the myth of shadow banning, the challenges of creating thumbnails, the need for focus and audience research, and the reality that viewers on YouTube don't care about you as a creator. Travis and Jenn discuss the importance of not overwhelming viewers with too many calls to action in a single video. They emphasize the need to be specific and strategic when asking for likes, comments, shares, and subscriptions. They also discuss the importance of creating content for humans rather than algorithms, and the value of understanding your audience. The conversation touches on the challenges of getting selected for channel audits and the importance of actively applying the advice given. They also briefly mention the topic of burnout and the sacrifices required to succeed as a content creator. This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Get your own 1 on 1 coach now! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 In the interview Josh discusses what got him into YouTube and overall just tells his story. He has acting experience and that’s one of the things that makes him a natural born entertainer. He’s a “quality” guy through and through. He even discusses that he has a Patreon specifically so he can say “no” to companies that want to sponsor his content. Anything he does with his content has to have real value to the audience. At the very end, we asked him what he would tell a creator who wants to get their first 1,000 subscribers and he had a long, yet informative and inspiring answer. Josh’s 3 YouTube channels with specific purposes and a combined 1.5M+ subshttps://www.youtube.com/@JoshStrifeHayeshttps://www.youtube.com/@JoshStrifePlayshttps://www.youtube.com/@JoshStrifeSaysJosh’s Twitch channelhttps://www.twitch.tv/joshstrifehayesThis episode was hosted by Travis and Dan of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. Travis and Jenn talk to Regretlyss, a Youtube lifestyle channel with almost 200k subs in just over 2 years using only her phone and breaking all the rules. She breaks down how she did it all in this episode Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/vC4I-nmcJ8c Get your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1 This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week on the podcast, Vyyyper goes over 4 mistakes small YouTubers make and how to avoid them! Get more info in our blog here: https://vidiq.com/blog/post/avoid-small-youtube-channel-mistakes/ Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.c

Send us a Text Message. This week on the podcast, Dan fills in for Vyyyper as he welcomes YouTube Shorts legend, Jenny Hoyos to the show to talk about connecting with Shorts viewers! Jenny Hoyos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JennyHoyosLOL If you want to work 1-on-1 with Jenny, feel free to email Team@JennyHoyos.com Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week on the show, Vyyyper welcomes back social media marketer/YouTuber Desiree Martinez to talk about what small channels need to understand to grow on YouTube! Desiree on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrsdesireerose Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week on the show, Vyyyper issues an important warning for all content creators! Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week on the podcast, Vyyyper is joined by his fellow vidIQ colleague, Travis MCP to discuss a serious mistake some creators are making and how to avoid it! Watch Travis's video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sQnHgQZI1g Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week Vyyyper shares some facts he's learned about growing on YouTube with You! Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. In this episode Vyyyper breaks down the new tool YouTube announced this week and how it affects creators moving forward! Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week Rob Wilson steps in for Vyyyper as he welcomes YouTube strategist Mario Joos to the show to break down how channels grow on YouTube! This is part 2 of their conversation! https://twitter.com/MarioJooss Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week Rob Wilson steps in for Vyyyper as he welcomes YouTube strategist Mario Joos to the show to break down how channels grow on YouTube! https://twitter.com/MarioJooss Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com

Send us a Text Message. This week, Vyyyper welcomes his vidIQ colleagues Rob and Dan to talk about the climate/landscape of YouTube in 2024! Follow vidIQ here: https://vidiq.com https://twitter.com/vidIQ https://www.youtube.com/user/vidIQchannel This episode was hosted by Vyyyper of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com