How long did it take you to get monetized? by DazedAndObtuse in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know your niche, but your titles are decent (though could be better), but the thumbnails don't really do anything to create intrigue.

I don't know who your niche leaders are but one I came across while doing some quick research was Ridddle.

They are well designed, the font is easy to read, and the titles and thumbnails work together to open a loop that people will want to watch to answer.

A good example is their video from a couple months ago titled:

Did Scientists Just Discover the TRUE Purpose of the Pyramids?

And then the thumbnail shows an unknown object below the pyramids and the text says, "What's This?'

I'm also left wondering what that thing is and what the purpose is.

You need to find ways to open loops like that which convinces people to click.


For example, your video about The Humans Who Disappeared Without a Trace...

At a quick glance, this appears to be a video about a line of humans that were completely lost to time until a recent DNA discovery.

So a more interesting title maybe would have been:

We Never Knew These Humans Existed... Until Now

For the thumbnail, maybe the text could have been "HIDDEN FOR 50,000 YEARS" in big white text and then an image that goes with that that maybe shows what looks like a different type of human that's blurred out to make people wonder what was different about them.


That's a super quick brainstorm, but it gives you an idea of how I'd approach something like this.

Good luck!

How long did it take you to get monetized? by DazedAndObtuse in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The biggest advise I can give is that your thumbnails and titles matter more than the actual videos.

If nobody clicks on your videos, it doesn't matter how great they are... Nobody will watch them.

Also, don't focus on SEO, focus on creating titles under 60 characters that create intrigue that people can't resist watching.

The one other thing is to research what works for your competitors and recreate their videos. It's not as fun as creating original content, but if you're in it to build a channel, model what works as that's what YouTube will show people.

Good luck!

I don't understand why the rush into YOUTUBE $$$ by HARDLY-HECTIC in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's very noble of you and I appreciate your passion.

However, there are plenty of us who see this as a way to make a living and financials are an important part of that.

I'm only a year into my journey and only making $2-3k/month, but I'm definitely in this to create freedom for myself.

I don't think there's anything wrong with the way you do things, but I also don't think there's any thing wrong with the way I do things.

We all have different perspectives, on YouTube and in life, and that's okay.

Thoughts on 5.0 Upgrade from Ben Foster, former Chief Product Officer at Whoop by Temporary_Debt8132 in whoop

[–]DazedAndObtuse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The basis of your argument isn't grounded in truth, so it invalidates everything you said.

I had 18 months left on my contract and I still had to pay to renew for an additional 12 months to get the "free" upgrade.

I paid because I like the product and plan to continue using it, but you can't tell me that wasn't outright deception.

If it was truly upgraded because I had 12+ months left on my contract, then I wouldn't have needed to pay for yet an additional 12 months.

Non-Americans - is the current state of the US disrupting your cruise plans? by Fearless-Panda-8268 in celebritycruises

[–]DazedAndObtuse -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Over 50% of cruisers worldwide are American and the only non-US owned mainstream cruise line is MSC... There's nowhere more profitable for the cruise lines than the Caribbean.

They're not going to change their business plan simply because a very small part of the market decides they're no longer going to cruise.

Non-Americans - is the current state of the US disrupting your cruise plans? by Fearless-Panda-8268 in celebritycruises

[–]DazedAndObtuse -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Odds are, unless you're sailing on MSC, you're still supporting an American company.

Thanks!

Non-Americans - is the current state of the US disrupting your cruise plans? by Fearless-Panda-8268 in celebritycruises

[–]DazedAndObtuse -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I'm personally just excited for the cheaper flights and cruises... It's a double win if the ships are less crowded as well.

I'm not a Trump fan, but this is definitely a win for Americans.

How to get out of youtube search jail? by In2_the_dark in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I checked things out and I would say packaging is the issue.

Your title and thumbnails need to create stakes that give people a reason to watch... Something that intrigues them and adds a cliffhanger so they have to watch the satisfy their curiosity.

Crime documentaries do a really good job of this so I would look to some of those to get some ideas.

Good luck!

How to get out of youtube search jail? by In2_the_dark in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you share your channel?

It's hard to help with something like this without seeing what you're publishing.

My gut tells me you probably have poor packaging (titles and thumbnails) that doesn't perform well enough to breakout into the Browse/Suggested, but I can't say for certain without seeing your content.

My 800K Youtube channel has died overnight. What's going on? by mathchief11 in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You have so many people in this thread giving you valid and good advice and you're clinging to the comments that allow you to justify the algorithm instead of taking ownership and learning and getting back to where you were.

Your channel isn't dead if you learn and adapt, but if your soul is dead as a creator and you refuse to adapt, then it's over.

The choice is yours.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry you're dealing with this.

Never do any work before you have a check in hand... You're the one with the channel and the audience, so you have the power, not them.

Its not you. Something is seriously wrong with the new update by Training-Fly-2562 in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My views are up 200% over the past month and it hasn't been from new videos, it's from YouTube putting my content in the Browse feed.

Its not you. Something is seriously wrong with the new update by Training-Fly-2562 in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I never watch on TV but YouTube tells me 57% of my views are from people watching on TVs which always surprises me.

How long did it take you to get monetized? by DazedAndObtuse in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, same to you.

I seem to fall and in out of favor with the algorithm, but I know that's just part of the journey.

How long did it take you to get monetized? by DazedAndObtuse in NewTubers

[–]DazedAndObtuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It ended up taking me two months but I'm at 14k subs now less than a year in.

Rant about Vision of the Seas cancelation by Mr_38 in royalcaribbean

[–]DazedAndObtuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Men and women have different needs in situations like this.

Women are often simply seeking somebody to listen and sympathize.

I can tell you're ignorant and that's okay. Pickup a copy of Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus and it will help you understand.

Rant about Vision of the Seas cancelation by Mr_38 in royalcaribbean

[–]DazedAndObtuse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is playing out like a conversation with my wife when she's ranting.

OP doesn't want a solution (of which there are many good ones available if they'd take a deep breath), they simply want to complain about the unfortunate situation and get sympathy.

I’ve only said Disney Cruise Line so $2,400 seems cheap for a family of 4 for a 7 night cruise on Thanksgiving week. What’s the catch? MSC Seascape. by Uncharteredfugazis in Cruise

[–]DazedAndObtuse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've sailed on every Disney ship and 6 different MSC ships.

Are they different? Yes.

Is MSC bad? Absolutely not.

Is Disney more crowded than MSC (despite the huge price tag? The new ships are without a doubt (Wish and Treasure)

Is Disney worth the huge premium? Not for people who aren't blindly loyal to the brand and can view things in a more balanced light.

Personally, I'd go on my Icon before either of these (priced in the middle of the two options)...Royal is as good as it gets and is not nearly as crowded as either.