James Schramko Podcast

James Schramko Podcast


1102 - Building a Brand on YouTube: Insights from Idea to Published

December 19, 2024

03:28 - You don’t need to publish daily or weekly to see results on YouTube. Strategic, well-crafted videos can drive consistent channel growth over time.

05:49 - Strong ideas are the foundation of a successful YouTube growth strategy.

08:47 - A video’s success relies heavily on its “package.” This includes the big idea, title, thumbnail, and the all-important hook.

12:35 - Watch time is king. To gain views on YouTube, focus on keeping viewers engaged, not just getting them to click.

14:33 - Quality production matters. Elevate your videos with clear sound, dynamic visuals, and thoughtful editing to engage an audience effectively.

19:58 - Audience comments are a goldmine for future content ideas. Use comments to identify trends, refine your content, and plan future videos that resonate.

21:40 - A repeatable system ensures consistent, high-quality output, as well as reduces guesswork, saves time, and allows you to focus on creativity.

22:56 - Even with research, performance is unpredictable. Building a YouTube growth strategy means testing ideas and learning from both successes and failures.

25:13 - Set clear goals for your channel. Whether it’s gaining subscribers, boosting revenue, or building a brand online, clarity drives your strategy.

27:40 - Authenticity matters. Creating valuable, relatable content builds trust and helps engage an audience effectively.

29:00 - Subscribers and views aren’t everything. A good YouTube video guide focuses on creating content that achieves your specific goals, whether sales, engagement, or awareness.

31:35 - YouTube requires dedication. A successful channel growth strategy involves testing, learning, and improving continuously—it’s not an easy platform, but the results are worth it.

33:39 - Growth takes time. Building a brand online through YouTube is a process of experimenting, refining your video production system, and delivering what works for your audience.