If you’re new to YouTube and wondering what sorts of content you should post to attract the most views, you’re in the right place. To help you build a following and gain credibility on YouTube, we’ve collated a list of the top YouTube hacks and tricks to help you develop an effective strategy. From boosting your credibility to growing your channel, here are the top posts you should be curating.
Find The Perfect Recipe.
When it comes to YouTube content, everyone has a different opinion on what should be posted and how often. However, there’s one thing that seems to unify everyone — the desire to create the perfect recipe. To that end, we’ve collected a list of TikTok recipes that have gone viral, because they’re always an effective way to catch the attention of the YouTube audience. One of the first rules of YouTube content is to find a way to stand out amongst the hundreds of other videos on your platform. If you can create a recipe that is so good that people want to share it with their friends and family, you’ve achieved the perfect storm of successful content.
Create A Playlist Of Your Favourite Songs.
One of the simplest and most effective ways to boost your credibility is to curate a playlist of your favorite songs. The key is to pick songs that are either relatable to your audience or that will connect with them on a different level. People love discovering new music and being given the opportunity to listen to songs they might otherwise not have heard of. If you can master the art of the playlist, you can bet that you’ll be able to develop lasting relationships with your audience.
Use Hashtags.
Another effective way to gain credibility on Twitter is to use hashtags. When you join the conversation, you’re given the opportunity to gain more Twitter followers and increase your influence. On social media, content that includes relevant hashtags is often displayed at the top of a user’s feed, increasing the chances of the content being seen by their followers.
When someone clicks on a hashtag, they’re shown a list of videos that include the hashtag. When a video ends, the next one automatically plays. If you can establish yourself as an expert in your chosen field, people will come back for more.
Post Regularly.
From a traffic point of view, people love consistency. If you can establish yourself as a reliable source of content, with a few occasional exceptions, your audience will happily tune in each week to see what you’ve got to offer.
There’s also something about creating content that you know will be of interest to your audience that regularly eats away at your nerves. When you hit a wall with a new piece of content, you can feel compelled to keep creating and hone your craft. By establishing yourself as a reliable, consistent source of content, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your audience and gain credibility.
Consider The Law.
It’s always a good idea to do your research before posting any type of content, particularly if you’re unsure of the legality of what you’re doing. The key document to refer to is the Fair Use Guide For Teachers, which was released by the United States Department of Education in 2015. This useful guide provides advice on how to properly use copyrighted material for educational purposes, which can include making videos like the ones mentioned here, as well as using illustrations, games, and animations in your teaching materials. This isn’t intended to replace legal counsel and you should always comply with the laws of the land where you are conducting business.
Get A Livestreaming Device.
Quality live video is a great way to add another dimension to your online presence. When done right, a live chat or zoom call with the content creator can add a personal, behind-the-scenes element to your video that would delight your audience.
Curate An Event Re-cap.
If you’re participating in a conference or trade show, consider recording some of the key highlights. It’s always an effective way to provide your audience with useful information while showing your expertise. The trouble is often in knowing where to begin. While you could film the whole event, breaking it down into smaller segments can help you identify key issues and topics that you can use to build a case study or an interesting interview topic for your next piece of content.
Get Some B-Roll.
B-roll is short for “bulletin board roll,” which is the long, unedited version of a TV news story. Essentially, it’s a great opportunity to add more visual content to your video by using stills or clips from within the actual news broadcast. If you’ve got a few minutes of b-roll that wasn’t used in the news story, you can bet your audience will love seeing it.
Include More Than Just Video.
If you do have a video blog or channel, consider including other content that can be useful to your audience. For instance, you could interview your subject matter experts or other influential people in your industry. You could also include articles or guides that you’ve curated from elsewhere on the Web, linking to other relevant resources.
Whatever you do, make sure that everything you post contributes to, and builds on, the overall message you’re trying to send. To get inspired, check out other content creators in your industry and see what they’re doing. If you can incorporate a few elements of what they do, you’ll be on your way to establishing yourself as an influencer in your chosen field.