I’m trying to decide between TubeBuddy and VidIQ for growing my channel. Has anyone here used both? Which one is better for keyword research and finding content ideas as a beginner?

Hey everyone, I’m a bit confused about YouTube monetization. I know we need 4,000 watch hours, but do Shorts views count towards that? Or is it only long-form videos? Just want to be sure before I go all in on Shorts.

Let’s boost those views and watch hours! 📈

👇 Share the link to your most recent YouTube video in the comments.
Watch and engage with at least 2 other videos shared by others.

We rise by lifting others 💪 Let’s go, squad! 🔥

I'm still new to this platform, I'm here to learn and grow. And also to support my fellow skylse family

Let’s get to know each other better, creators 👇

Drop your YouTube niche in the comments and tell us why you chose it.
Whether you’re into tutorials, vlogs, finance, gaming, AI, or lifestyle - this is your chance to share your “why.”

🎯 Bonus: You never know who you’ll connect with. Someone might be in the exact same niche and you can collaborate or trade ideas!

Hey creators! 👋

Let’s talk about video length — one of the most debated topics for small YouTubers.

Some say shorter videos (under 5 mins) get more views and watch time.
Others believe long-form content (8–12 mins or more) performs better for retention and monetization.

Lately, I’ve been testing both and honestly, I’m still not sure what works best 😅

🧠 What’s working for YOU?

• Are shorter or longer videos getting more views or subs?
• What’s your average watch time like?
• Do you factor in monetization when planning your video length?

Let’s compare notes 💬👇

Hey YouTube fam! 👋

Let’s settle this once and for all:
👉 What actually makes people click on your video — the thumbnail or the title?

Some say the thumbnail grabs attention, others believe the title is what seals the deal.
Personally, I’ve had a video with a weak thumbnail and solid title still get views… and other times, a fire thumbnail but no clicks at all 🤦‍♂️

🧠 Let’s hear your thoughts:

• Do you spend more time on your title or thumbnail when uploading?
• Have you tested different styles or split-tested results?
• Any tools you recommend for designing or analyzing them?

Let’s help each other out 💬👨‍🏫

Hey everyone 👋
I thought it’d be fun and helpful if we all shared what actually helped us cross the first 100 subscriber milestone on YouTube.

For me, it was a mix of:

✅ Creating Shorts consistently
✅ Sharing videos on WhatsApp and Facebook groups
✅ Commenting on bigger channels in my niche (and some people actually clicked through!)

I still remember how excited I was when I saw “101 Subscribers” 🥹💯

💬 So let’s hear it from you:

👉 What helped you get your first 100 subscribers?
👉 What would you do differently if you were starting again?

Drop your story below 👇 Someone might learn from it!

I remember staring at my analytics dashboard one night —
👉 12 views
👉 1 like (from a friend)
👉 Zero growth. Zero income.

I had uploaded over a dozen videos, followed all the advice, watched the gurus… and still felt like I was going nowhere. I started thinking:
"Maybe YouTube just isn’t for people like me."

But then I made a shift.
Not a massive one — just a smarter one.

Instead of guessing and hoping something would go viral, I built a 60-day system around what actually works. I stopped chasing trends, and started following a clear roadmap.

That roadmap turned into what’s now known in this community as the 60-Day YouTube Monetization Blueprint.

It’s the same system helping others in here go from:

• Confused and stuck → to confident and growing
• Faceless videos → to real engagement
• Zero revenue → to affiliate sales and monetization

This isn’t a “secret trick” or magic upload time.
It’s just a focused, step-by-step approach that’s finally giving people results.

Curious about how it works? I shared the details here:

👉 Click here to read the full blueprint breakdown

What it is:
This is a simple but powerful script writing template designed to help you plan and structure your videos like a pro. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your delivery, this template will help you stay clear, confident, and engaging.

Why It’s Useful:
🎯 Keeps your message focused
🗣️ Helps you speak with clarity and confidence
📈 Boosts retention and viewer engagement
✂️ Reduces editing time

What’s Inside:
✅ Hook section (grab attention fast)
✅ Intro section (introduce yourself + the topic)
✅ Main content layout with steps/bullets
✅ Call-to-action cues (like, comment, subscribe)
✅ Outro guide (how to wrap up and redirect traffic)

📥 Download it here:
👉 YouTube Script Writing Template – Free Download

Use this as your go-to blueprint whenever you're about to hit "record." No more rambling or getting stuck mid-video!