1. Start with Metadata: Before you even upload, rename your video file to include keywords related to your content. For example, if your video is about scripting, name it something like YouTube-Scripting-Tips.mp4.
2. Nail Titles and Thumbnails: Your title and thumbnail are the first things people see. These can be adjusted later, so don’t stress too much, but plan them carefully upfront.
3. Add Keywords Strategically: Use tools like ChatGPT to generate relevant keywords and include them in your title, description, and tags.
4. Write an Optimised Description: Craft a description that not only explains your video but also incorporates your keywords naturally. Bonus tip: Save a template in your upload defaults to save time!
5. Leverage Chapters: Adding chapters (timestamps) improves user experience and adds extra keywords. Tools like TubeBuddy make this process a breeze.
6. Use Cards and End Screens: Add interactive elements to promote your other videos. Be specific about what viewers should watch next to drive more clicks.
7. Create Playlists with Purpose: Group related videos into playlists. Then, use the “&list” URL hack to drive binge-watching sessions for your channel.
8. Pin a Comment: Encourage engagement with a pinned question or call to action. The first 24 hours are crucial!
9. Schedule Community Posts: Promote your video with a GIF or teaser and schedule posts to boost visibility.
10. Share Smart Links: Use tools like YT Open App to create links that open directly in the YouTube app, reducing friction for mobile viewers.
11. Repurpose into Short-Form Content: Share short clips from your video on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, with a call to action to watch the full video.
12. Automate Replies: Tools like ManyChat help you DM video links to viewers who comment specific keywords.
13. Promote on Instagram Stories: Share a mix of reels, thumbnails, and screen recordings to drive traffic from Instagram to YouTube.
14. Customise Your Channel: Optimise your channel homepage with playlists and clear sections to encourage bingeing.
15. Collaborate: Feature your video in newsletters, blogs, or even collaborations with other creators.
16. Engage in Comments: Reply to viewers’ comments quickly to build community and boost your video in the algorithm.
17. Monitor and Test: Always review your analytics and tweak things like thumbnails or titles to see what works best.
Ready to Level Up? These strategies may seem like a lot, but they’re worth it if you’re serious about growing your channel. At SCROll STOP, we help creators like you turn views into loyal audiences.
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