If you’re a new creator who has just started a YouTube channel or someone who has been struggling to grow despite years of effort, this article is for you. I’ve personally experienced the frustration of putting in years of work on my old channels with little to no results. However, my new channel crossed 500K subscribers with just 30 videos, accumulating over 27 million views—and it continues to grow daily, earning thousands of dollars from AdSense alone.
So, what changed? How did I achieve this growth? Today, I’ll break down my complete video creation process, from idea selection to packaging, scripting, recording, and editing.
Step 1: Strategic Selection of Video Ideas
When you search “How I Grew My YouTube Channel”, you’ll find thousands of videos discussing trends, thumbnails, editing, and voiceovers. However, most creators overlook the most critical factor—strategic video idea selection.
I upload a limited number of videos per month because each video requires extensive research, scripting, recording, and editing. This means I must ensure that every video idea is the best possible choice.
3 Key Factors for Selecting the Perfect Video Idea
- Evergreen Relevance
- The topic should remain relevant for months or even years.
- Example: A video on “How to Enable YouTube Membership Tab” is evergreen but may not appeal to a broad audience.
- Broad Audience Appeal
- The topic should interest a large portion of your audience.
- Example: A video on “How to Get More Views on YouTube” has wider appeal than niche tutorials.
- High Demand
- The topic should be highly searched or requested by viewers.
- Example: If competitors are making similar videos and getting traction, it’s a sign of demand.
If an idea doesn’t meet these three criteria, it’s unlikely to perform well.
Step 2: Powerful Packaging (Title & Thumbnail)
A French writer once said:
“A designer knows he has achieved perfection not when there is nothing left to add, but when there is nothing left to take away.”
This is the golden rule I follow when creating thumbnails.
Why Simplicity Wins
- Viewers scan thumbnails in seconds before deciding to click.
- A simple, clean design catches attention faster than a cluttered one.
- Remove any distracting elements that don’t contribute to the core message.
How to Create Curiosity with Titles & Thumbnails
Instead of copying the title into the thumbnail, use them together to tell a story.
Example 1:
- Title: “The Depressing Truth Behind Man vs. Wild”
- Thumbnail: “This Popular TV Show Was FAKE” + a dramatic image.
Example 2:
- Title: “Don’t Laugh Challenge (Level 99)”
- Thumbnail: A person struggling not to laugh + “Level 99” text.
This creates intrigue and makes viewers curious enough to click.
Step 3: Engaging Intros (First 5 Seconds Rule)
When a viewer clicks, they have expectations based on your title and thumbnail. If your intro doesn’t match, they’ll leave quickly.
How Top Creators Hook Viewers
- Match the intro visuals to the thumbnail (e.g., MrBeast, Ryan Trahan).
- First sentence should mirror the title to confirm relevance.
Example:
- Title: “Easy Hacks for Viral YouTube Shorts”
- First Line: “Want to go viral on YouTube Shorts? Here’s how.”
Pro Tip: After the first 5 seconds, keep the intro short and engaging—explain why the video is valuable.
Step 4: High-Quality Recording (Even on a Budget)
Good audio is more important than video quality.
Tips for Clear Audio:
- Use a budget mic (like BOYA BY-M1) if starting out.
- Record in the morning when your voice is well-rested.
- Avoid caffeine & heavy meals before recording (they dehydrate vocal cords).
- Choose a quiet room with minimal echo (add soft furnishings).
- Take breaks if recording long scripts to avoid vocal strain.
Step 5: Smart Editing (Without Expensive Tools)
You don’t need high-end software to edit well.
Key Editing Tips:
- Script Your Visuals
- Plan what visuals match each script line (stock videos, animations, captions).
- Example: Use ChatGPT for visual ideas if stuck.
- Follow the 50-50 Rule
- Spend more effort on the first half of the video (where retention drops most).
- Viewers who stay past the first half are more likely to watch till the end.
- Use Mobile Editing Apps (CapCut, InShot) if you don’t have a PC.
Bonus: AI Tools to Speed Up Content Creation
If you’re a beginner, InVideo AI (🔗 invideo.io) can help:
- Text-to-video generation in minutes.
- Voice cloning (upload a 30-sec sample for AI voiceovers).
- Customizable intros, captions, and stock footage.
👉 Try the free version (or paid plans starting at $20/month).
Final Thoughts
Growing on YouTube isn’t about luck—it’s about strategic content creation. By focusing on:
✅ High-demand, evergreen ideas
✅ Click-worthy titles & thumbnails
✅ Hook-worthy intros
✅ Clear audio & smart editing
…you can replicate this success on your channel.
Want More?
- 📌 Watch my video editing tutorials (3.8M+ views) → [Playlist Link]
- 🚀 How I Hit 10K Subs in 7 Videos → [Video Link]
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