YouTube Creators Hub He Grew to 55K Subs With Under 90 Uploads | Here's How
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Nov 7, 2025 Brady Bagley, the creative mind behind City Geek, shares his journey from 4K to 55K subscribers with under 90 videos, focusing on city history and architecture. He discusses the power of long-tail searchability and how mixing opinion-driven content enhances engagement. Brady highlights key improvements like audio upgrades, thumbnail clarity, and strategic editing. He also emphasizes the importance of persistence and community, along with leveraging SEO for sustainable growth. A must-listen for aspiring creators!
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Long-Tail Searchable Content Wins
- Brady's city overview videos have a long tail and continue to earn views for years after upload.
- Focusing on searchable, informative city overviews allowed steady subscriber growth with relatively few uploads.
Mix Search And Opinion Videos
- Mix search-focused overviews with occasional opinionated ranking videos to build both discoverability and community.
- Use about one non-search video for every four search videos and test what balance works for you.
Upgrade Your Audio First
- Prioritize good audio early; it raised Brady's average view duration immediately after upgrading microphones and treating a room.
- Invest in a real mic and basic sound treatment instead of recording on a phone in noisy locations.