If you’re looking to grow your YouTube channel fast, then read this post to the end.
Here’s why…
YouTube is huge. It’s the second biggest website in the world, right after Google. And over 2.5 billion people use YouTube every month. That’s a lot of people watching videos!
If you want to grow your business or share your ideas, YouTube is one of the best places to do it. Videos help people understand what you do. They also bring more visitors to your website.
But here’s the thing: just uploading videos isn’t enough. You need to know how YouTube works and what makes videos successful.
Don’t worry – we’ll show you exactly how to grow your YouTube channel fast. Here are 15 simple tips that will help you grow your YouTube channel.
1. Learn How YouTube Picks Videos
YouTube decides which videos to show people. It’s like having a smart assistant that picks movies for you. This system controls 70% of what people watch on YouTube.
YouTube looks at four main things:
- Does your video match what people search for? YouTube checks your title, tags, and description to see if they match what someone typed in the search box.
- Do people watch and like your video? YouTube counts how long people watch, if they like it, and if they leave comments.
- Are you good at making videos about your topic? YouTube wants to show videos from people who know what they’re talking about.
- What does this person usually watch? YouTube remembers what someone watched before and shows them similar videos.
The secret is simple: make videos that people want to watch and keep watching. If people click on your video but leave quickly, YouTube thinks your video isn’t good.
2. Pick One Topic for Each Video
Think of each video like a newspaper article. A good article talks about one main thing. Your videos should do the same.
Before you make a video, pick one keyword or topic. This helps people find your video when they search for that topic.
Here’s how to find good YouTube topics:
- Use free tools like TubeBuddy to find popular keywords
- Look at what other successful videos talk about
- Think about what your audience wants to know
Put your main keyword in your video title, description, and tags. Also say it in your video so YouTube’s automatic captions pick it up.
3. Turn Old Content into New Videos
You don’t always need to start from scratch. Look at content you already have and turn it into videos.
The best types of videos on YouTube are:
- How-to videos that teach something
- Videos that explain how products work
- Product reviews
- Tutorials that show step-by-step instructions
Check your blog posts, guides, and other content. Can you turn any of them into videos? Do you host webinars or podcasts? Those can become YouTube videos too.
This saves you time and gives you more content to post.
4. Think About Video Length
How long should your videos be? It depends on what you’re trying to do.
Short videos (under 1 minute) get 50% of people to watch the whole thing. Videos that are 1-3 minutes long get 46% to watch completely. Videos that are 3-5 minutes get 45%.
But longer videos have benefits too. If your video is over 8 minutes, you can put ads in the middle and make more money.
The best plan is to make different lengths of videos. Some short, some long. Look at which ones your audience likes best, then make more of those.
5. Talk to Your Audience
YouTube is social media. That means you need to be social! Don’t just post videos and disappear.
YouTube likes channels where people leave comments and talk to each other. So reply to every comment you get (if you can). Ask questions in your videos to get people talking.
You can also visit other YouTube channels like yours and leave nice comments. This helps you meet new people and maybe get some of their viewers to check out your channel.
Try asking questions like:
- “What did you think about this?”
- “What video should I make next?”
- “Have you tried this before?”
6. Show Up in Google Search
Google owns YouTube, so YouTube videos often show up when people search on Google. This is great news for you!
To get your videos to show up in Google:
- Make videos that answer common questions
- Use the same keywords people type into Google
- Write good titles and descriptions
- Add timestamps to longer videos (Google sometimes shows these)
You can also put your YouTube videos on your website or blog. This helps Google see that your videos are important.
7. Try YouTube’s New AI Tools
YouTube is adding smart computer tools (called AI) to help creators. These tools can give you ideas for videos and help you make better content.
Some new AI features include:
- Tools that suggest video topics
- Ways to make music for your videos
- Help with creating video clips
You can also use AI tools like ChatGPT to help you think of video ideas and write better descriptions.
Keep watching for new AI tools that YouTube adds. They might help you make better videos faster.
8. Make Your Channel Look Professional
Your YouTube channel is like your store window. If it looks messy, people won’t want to come in.
Make sure your channel has:
- A good banner image at the top
- A clear description of what you do
- Consistent colors and fonts
- A professional photo (use your face if you’re the star, or your logo if you’re a business)
Look at successful channels in your area and see what they do. Copy their style but make it your own.
9. Share Your Videos on Other Social Media
Don’t just post your videos on YouTube. Share them everywhere else too!
Most people use about 7 different social media apps. If someone follows you on Instagram, they might also want to watch your YouTube videos.
Here’s how to share your videos:
- Post short clips on Instagram and TikTok
- Share links on Facebook and Twitter
- Write about them in your email newsletter
- Put them on your website
Make sure each short clip makes sense by itself. Don’t just cut a random piece from your video.
10. Show Your Face
People like to see real people, not just logos or cartoon characters. If you can, appear in your videos sometimes.
You don’t need to be in every video, but showing your face helps people feel like they know you. This is especially important if you’re a coach, teacher, or service provider.
Don’t worry if you’re not perfect on camera. People like real, honest videos more than super polished ones.
11. Make Great Thumbnails and Use YouTube Cards
Your thumbnail is the small picture people see before they click on your video. It’s like the cover of a book – it needs to grab attention.
Good thumbnails have:
- Clear, easy-to-read text
- Bright colors that stand out
- A person’s face (if possible)
- Text that’s different from your video title
YouTube also lets you test different thumbnails to see which one gets more clicks.
YouTube Cards are little boxes that pop up during your video. Use them to link to your other videos when people might be getting bored. This keeps them watching more of your content.
12. Make YouTube Shorts
YouTube Shorts are videos that are 60 seconds or less. They’re like TikTok videos but on YouTube. These short videos get 70 billion views every day!
Shorts can help you reach new people quickly. They’re especially popular with younger viewers.
To grow fast, try posting 5-7 Shorts every week. You can take pieces from your longer videos and turn them into Shorts.
Keep your Shorts simple and fun. They don’t need to be perfect – people like them more casual and real.
13. Ask People to Subscribe
If you want people to subscribe to your channel, you need to ask them! Many people forget to subscribe even if they like your video.
Ask for subscriptions in every video. You can:
- Ask at the beginning: “If this helps you, please subscribe”
- Put a subscribe button in the corner of your video
- Ask at the end: “Subscribe for more videos like this”
Don’t buy fake subscribers. They won’t watch your videos and will hurt your channel in the long run.
14. Track the Right Numbers
You need to know if your videos are working. YouTube gives you lots of information about your videos.
The most important numbers to watch are:
- How many people watch your videos
- How long they watch (longer is better)
- How many people subscribe after watching
- How many people like and comment
- Where your viewers come from
Check these numbers regularly and make more videos like the ones that work best.
15. Post Videos Regularly
If you want to grow your channel, you need to post new videos regularly. Try to post at least one video every week.
You don’t need expensive equipment or a big team. You can make good videos with:
- Your phone camera
- Free editing apps like Canva
- Good lighting (even just a window works)
Post your videos at the same time each week. This helps your subscribers know when to expect new content.
How Long Does It Take to Grow?
Everyone wants to know: “How fast will my channel grow?”
The answer is: it depends. Some channels grow fast because:
- They already have followers on other social media
- They post videos very often
- They get lucky and a video goes viral
Other channels take longer to grow. That’s normal too.
Here’s what works:
- If you’re just starting, focus on making lots of videos (quantity over quality)
- If you’ve been doing it for a while, focus on making really good videos
- Post 1-2 long videos per week and 0-5 Shorts per week
- Be patient and don’t give up
Grow Your YouTube Channel Today
It takes time to grow your YouTube channel, but it’s worth it. YouTube can help you reach thousands of people, grow your business, and share your ideas with the world.
Remember the most important tips:
- Make videos about topics people search for
- Talk to your audience in the comments
- Post regularly
- Share your videos on other social media
- Keep learning and trying new things
Don’t try to do everything at once. Pick 3-4 tips from this list and focus on those first. Once you get good at them, add more.
The best time to start was yesterday. The second-best time is right now. Start making videos and watch your YouTube channel grow!
