Creator Playbooks How to Grow a YouTube Channel from Zero in 2024 | Damien Talks Money
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Mar 19, 2024 Damien Jordan, a top UK finance content creator, shares his path to YouTube success, going viral in one day and his strategy from 1k to 200k followers. He discusses strategies for long-term content success, motivations for content creation, and the transition to full-time creator. A valuable listen for aspiring creators looking to thrive in the digital world.
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Viral Breakthrough From A Simple Early Video
- Damien uploaded an early "investing for beginners" video filmed on an iPhone and it reached roughly 400–500k views.
- That one early viral video dramatically accelerated his channel growth and opportunities.
Start With Long-Tail Search Strategy
- Target underserved long-tail YouTube search keywords to get initial traction.
- Make videos longer than competitors and optimise titles with specific modifiers (e.g., "UK 2020").
Luck Met Strategy During GameStop Wave
- GameStop timing coincided with his early growth, bringing a surge of viewers and signups.
- External luck plus his strategy created rapid financial and subscriber gains.