How to Start a YouTube Channel As a Beginner

Want to have your very own YouTube channel? It is always great to be able to share your thoughts and talents with the world. Now, let’s go through the steps in setting up your channel.

Step 1: Choose Your Channel Theme

Think about something that you are passionate about. Maybe you love cooking, gaming, or talking about books. Choose a topic that you get all excited about. This will be your channel’s niche.

Ask yourself the following questions

What am I good at?
What stories do I have to tell?
Who would watch me?
Your answers will help you find your unique voice on YouTube.

Step 2: Setting Up Your YouTube Channel

First, you’ll need to have a Google account. If you don’t have a Google account, you must create one now. After you’ve done that, go to YouTube and log in. Then click “Your Channel” to get started.

You can create two types of channels

A personal channel just for you
Another one is the business channel. So that several people can manage one channel.

Now set up your channel

Give it a cool name
Add a profile picture
Create a pretty banner

These things will help people remember your channel.

Step 3: Get Ready to Make Videos

Now it’s time to plan your videos. What type of videos do you want to make? You might want to teach them, review products, and share how you live your day.

You do not need any fancy equipment to get started. Actually, a smartphone will do just fine. But you can also have a good camera, microphone, and some lights if you want to. These gadgets will allow your videos to appear and sound nice.

You will also need to learn how to edit videos. You can find some free programs online that may help you in this regard, plus some free tutorials to get you started.

Step 4: The next step, upload your very first video

Now comes the most interesting part, which is making your very first video. Here’s what to do:

Record your video
Edit it to look nice
Go to YouTube Studio
Click “Create” then “Upload Video”
Add a title, description, and tags

Keep in mind that your video needs to comply with YouTube’s rules. This keeps your channel safe and happy.

Step 5: Share Your Video

Your video is up, but how do viewers find it? You need to shout it loud!

Share it on:

Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Whatever other socials you use. But remember one thing, you should use hashtags so more people who are interested will see your video

Talk to people who watch your videos. Answer them and ask for their opinion. This is a great way to make friends and grow your channel.

Step 6: Keep an Eye on Your Channel

YouTube has tools that particularly show you how the different videos are doing greatly in the platform. Look at these numbers to learn.

Who watches your videos
Which videos do people like best
How to make better videos
Put up new videos frequently.
Make varied videos until you see which one works best.

Starting a YouTube channel takes time and effort. Don’t give up if things don’t work out just right the first time. Keep trying, and you will do better!

Mistakes to Avoid

When you open your YouTube channel, watch out for these common mistakes.

Waiting too long to start. If you want to make videos on your YouTube channel, start now and do not delay, and do not wait for the perfect time.
Being afraid of mistakes: It is OK if your first videos are not perfect. You will get better with practice.
Trying to please everybody. Focus on the people who will like your videos the most.
Copying other videos. Be original! Make the titles and descriptions of your videos unique.
Not working with other YouTubers. Team up with other creators to get more exposure.
Making videos you don’t care about. Pick a topic you love so that your enthusiasm will shine through in the videos and that will engage the viewers.
Forgetting to ask for subscribers: Remind them to subscribe at the end of your videos.

How to Make Money on YouTube?

Once you’ve got your channel growing, you might as well monetize it. Here’s how.

Join the YouTube Partner Program, this allows you to place ads on your videos. You need 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours in the past year in order to join.
Use affiliate links—share takedown links to products in your videos; for example, whenever somebody purchases through your link, you get the money.
Sell stuff. Design and sell with your channel’s logo on T-shirts, mugs, or other merchandise.
Channel memberships – Provide exclusive perks to those who can pay a monthly fee for their membership.
Get sponsored. Team up with companies to promote their products in your videos.
Use Patreon: You can request that your fans help fund you with small donations every month.
Teach online courses You can monetize your skills and knowledge in a paid course.
Note that it actually takes some time to earn money from YouTube. First of all, just focus on creating awesome videos. Money will come next if you are consistent.

Tips for Success

Here are a few extra points that can help you with your channel growth.

Be friends with other YouTubers. Collaborate on videos to get in front of new viewers.
Put good titles and descriptions on your video. These help people find videos, especially when they’re searching for them.
Find out what your viewers like. This means creating more of the videos they enjoy most.
Be yourself. If you are truthful and sincere, people will like you more.
Keep learning and trying new things. YouTube changes all the time.