After filming 75+ YouTube videos (some total flops and others with tens of thousands of views), I’ve learned a lot—the hard way. 😅 In this video, I’m sharing 22 brutally honest lessons every YouTube creator needs to hear, especially if you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready to give up.

From basic vs. professional editing, to why your 19th, 50th, or even 200th video might be the one that takes off, I’m breaking down the real strategies and mindset shifts that helped me grow my channel—even when it felt like nothing was working.

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What to watch next:

► Learn how to batch create YouTube videos (so you can easily create 2-3 videos at a time WITHOUT burnout):    • How I Make 3 YouTube Videos a Week (as a s...  

► See why YouTube Shorts can actually hurt your long-form channel if you aren't careful:    • Why YouTube Shorts Can KILL Your Channel… ...  

► Watch my playlist filled with videos about growing a YouTube channel (including editing, how to make better thumbnails, how to get more views, and more):    • How to Start & Grow a YouTube Channel  

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
00:45 - Editing Isn't as Important as You Think
01:42 - Be In It for the Long Haul
02:41 - Growth Happens IF You Understand YouTube's Algorithm
04:01 - Treasure Every View & Engage With Viewers
04:36 - Stop Comparing Yourself to Other YouTubers
05:22 - Batch and Save Time!
06:13 - Block Out Time for Creating YouTube Videos
07:32 - Your Channel Isn't About You — It's About Them
08:09 = Focus on Views, Not Subscribers
09:08 - Repeat What Works
09:40 - Create Bold & Curiosity-Driven Titles
10:40 - Master the Hook Formula
11:38 - Don't Respond to Hate Comments
12:29 - Use AI as an Assistant, Not a Replacement
13:35 - Be Honest & Don't Exaggerate
14:28 - Be Confident & Embrace Your Personality
15:54 - Research Outside of Your Niche
16:58 - Use YouTube Shorts Carefully
17:51 - Learn From Your Flops
18:43 - Ride the Trend Wave to Get More YouTube Views
19:57 - Be Consistent (Post on the Same Day & Time)
20:53 - Keep Learning — YouTube Keeps Changing

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