

TubeTalk: Your YouTube How-To Guide
vidIQ
TubeTalk tackles the questions that real YouTubers are asking. Each week we discuss how to make money on YouTube, how to get your videos discovered, how to level up your gaming channel, or even how the latest YouTube update is going to impact you and your channel. If you've ever asked yourself, "How do I grow on YouTube?" or "Where can I learn how to turn my channel into a business?" you've come to the right podcast! TubeTalk is a vidIQ production. To learn more about how we help YouTube creators big and small, visit https://vidIQ.com
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Aug 19, 2024 • 1h 5min
Is Your Niche Too small?
Discover the journey of niche content creation and its surprising growth potential. The hosts discuss the importance of personal connections with a dedicated audience, and how risqué themes can shape viewer experiences. They emphasize the need for consistent content and explore monetization strategies tailored for niche markets. You'll also get tips on enhancing video quality, overcoming content challenges, and understanding the complex relationship between views and subscribers. Tune in for insights that can elevate your YouTube game!

Aug 12, 2024 • 60min
Challenges for Smaller Channels and How To Change Your Mindset!
Explore the ups and downs of running a smaller YouTube channel, from growth struggles to engagement tactics. Discover the benefits of niching down and modifying channel names for better audience connection. Learn various monetization strategies, including sponsorships and crowdfunding. Navigate the challenges of creating authentic content while handling viewer expectations and comments. Plus, hear personal stories that highlight the importance of community support and staying true to your passion.

Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 1min
Youtube Shorts, Copyright Claims and more with Rob Wilson from vidIQ
Rob Wilson, an expert from vidIQ, dives into the world of YouTube content creation, exploring the nuances of effective scripts and teleprompters. He highlights the importance of compelling titles and unique channel names, plus the complexities of copyright claims for music creators. The conversation emphasizes building a supportive community among creators and discusses the effectiveness of YouTube Shorts versus long-form content. Wilson also offers tips on growing channels in regulated niches while sharing personal anecdotes about the challenges faced in the creative journey.

Jul 29, 2024 • 44min
This is why you NEED to focus on YOUR COMMUNITY!
Travis and Jen emphasize the vital role of community engagement in growing a YouTube channel. They discuss the impact of responding to comments on view counts and share strategies for effective live streams. Exciting news includes a contest winner from Cleveland and insights into blending multiple content niches. The hosts highlight the importance of passion over profits in content creation and the value of experimenting with new ideas, including design strategies for thumbnails. Overall, they encourage building connections and fostering a supportive audience.

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Jul 22, 2024 • 43min
We are starting a Youtube channel from scratch and going to 100k Subs! Here's how.
Travis and Jen share their journey as small creators starting a new YouTube channel called The Boost. They discuss reposting videos and increasing watch time on gaming videos. The hosts reflect on their own experiences starting YouTube channels and recommend shows 'The Circle' and 'Ted Lasso'. They plan to document their progress and insights for their audience.

Jul 15, 2024 • 42min
Busting Youtube Growth Myths!
Travis and Jen discuss YouTube growth myths, debunking ideas like daily uploads being necessary and the impact of bad videos. They emphasize the importance of logical thinking and specific strategies for success on the platform. Topics include collaboration with larger creators, playlist organization, and the role of retention rates in YouTube growth.

Jul 8, 2024 • 40min
Tips for Small Youtubers That No One Talks About
Discussion on monetization through memberships, building community for supporters, success story of small channel pivot, sudden YouTube success challenges, tips for monetization and content creation, recommendation of unique YouTube channels.

Jul 1, 2024 • 41min
Answering your questions and Youtube Community Notes is coming!
Send us a textGet your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jen discuss various topics related to YouTube content creation. They start by diving into answering listener questions. They discuss whether to continue with an old YouTube channel or start a new one, the benefits of niching down, and the concept of 'fake it until you make it' by buying YouTube views. They also touch on the importance of social proof and subscriber size, as well as the challenges and uncertainties of being a full-time YouTuber. In this conversation, Jenn and Travis discuss the challenges of being a full-time content creator and the importance of choosing a niche you are passionate about. They also talk about YouTube's new feature called Community Notes, which allows viewers to add context and debunk misinformation in videos. They mention two YouTube channels they enjoyed: Drew Sims, a solo travel channel with stunning cinematic shots, and Big Time, a spin-off channel from Donut Media that explores why two hosts left the original channel.This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com or email the show theboost@vidiq.com

Jun 24, 2024 • 42min
The 1 Youtube Option You Should NEVER Use.
Travis and Jenn talk about the dangers of buying views and subscribers on YouTube, emphasizing the importance of organic growth. They also discuss the challenges of being a YouTuber, the pitfalls of buying established channels, and the importance of hard work. The conversation touches on the differences between YouTube promotions and Google ads, highlighting the significance of understanding your audience and utilizing the recommendation engine for channel growth.

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Jun 17, 2024 • 39min
Thumbnail testing is here! This is what you need to know...
Send us a textGet your own 1 on 1 coach NOW! https://vidiq.ink/tubetalk1on1In this episode of Tube Talk, Travis and Jen discuss the rollout of thumbnail testing on YouTube. They share their thoughts on how creators can use this feature effectively and the importance of creating visually different thumbnails. They also address the question of whether it's worth going back to underperforming videos and trying different thumbnail designs. The hosts emphasize the need for practice in creating thumbnails and the importance of understanding that thumbnail testing is not a guaranteed solution for all video performance issues. They also provide tips for gathering data on topic choices for videos with slow starts. In this conversation, Travis and Jenn discuss the importance of creating videos based on the questions and topics that viewers are already searching for. They emphasize the need to update and redo older videos to reflect changes in skills and knowledge. They also discuss the significance of using specific titles and thumbnails to attract viewers and the value of having a supportive community of fellow creators. They encourage creators to use analytics and tools to improve their content and not to feel overwhelmed or dumb if they don't understand everything at first. They end the conversation by sharing their favorite videos they watched recently.This episode was hosted by Travis and Jenn of vidIQ. If you have any questions, please feel free to email support@vidiq.com or email the show theboost@vidiq.com


