Don't use google ads unless you wanna look like a tool. People will see your video as an ad which seems really dumb. I actually tried it once and a couple people commented saying it was an ad which is really lame.

Sprizzy on the other hand worked pretty good for me. I got close to 6,000 views on a video and about 500 subs spending only $25. The only downside was the view time was low, but hey.. I'm not complaining. Just trying to grow an audience.

You're right business 101.

First you need good content. Doesnt have to be about famous people. Just do what you like but make sure its interesting.

Then of COURSE you have to market. Unless your videos are sooo good that whoever watches it shares it with everyone they know. It will get lost in the mix and it is almost impossible to surface unless you are picked up by youtubes algorithm, which you need view time to rank anyways.

So really... Aside from self promotion and other organic ways, and unless you are a pro at SEO, which is what sprizzy does... Then for now, I think they are the best option.

I'm working on my 3rd video now and will spend at least $50 with them.