Tayo Aino: From Lagos Boy to YouTube Star Lessons Learned Building a Successful Youtube Channel
Tayo Aino is a Nigerian YouTuber with over 760,000 subscribers. He's built a successful channel by creating engaging and informative videos on a variety of topics, from real estate and travel to business and entrepreneurship. In this article, Tayo shares 12 key lessons he's learned along the way that can help you build your own successful YouTube channel.
1. Fall in love with the process.
The most important tip Tayo has is to fall in love with the process of making videos. This includes everything from filming and editing to scripting and research. If you're not passionate about creating videos, it will be difficult to stick with it when things get tough.
2. Watch a lot of YouTube.
One of the best ways to learn how to make great YouTube videos is to watch a lot of other YouTube videos. Pay attention to what makes some videos more successful than others. What kind of content is popular? What kind of editing techniques are effective? Once you start to identify what works well, you can start to incorporate those elements into your own videos.
3. Don't expect your friends and family to be your biggest supporters.
It's important to remember that not everyone will be supportive of your dreams. Some people may not understand why you're so passionate about making videos. Don't take it personally. The most important thing is that you believe in yourself and your work.
4. Focus on creating value.
If you create videos that provide value to your viewers, the money will eventually follow. Don't just focus on making money off of YouTube. Focus on creating content that your viewers will find helpful, informative, or entertaining.
5. The first 10,000 subscribers are the hardest.
It takes time and effort to build a successful YouTube channel. Don't get discouraged if you don't see results overnight. Just keep creating great content and eventually, you'll start to see your subscriber count grow.
6. Be patient.
Building anything on the internet takes time. If you're not patient, you're likely to give up before you even see any success.
7. Quantity at first, then quality after.
When you're first starting out, it's more important to focus on quantity over quality. This means that you should be publishing as many videos as possible. As you start to grow your channel, you can start to focus on making higher-quality videos.
8. A great thumbnail and title can make a big difference.
Your thumbnail and title are the first things people will see when they search for your videos. Make sure they're eye-catching and relevant to your content. A great thumbnail and title can be the difference between getting a few views and getting thousands of views.
9. Find your niche.
It's important to find a niche that you're passionate about and that you know well. This will make it easier to create content that your viewers will enjoy.
10. Start local and think global.
If you want to make travel content, start by making videos about your local area. Once you've built up a following, you can start to branch out and make videos about other places.
11. Find your "why."
What is your motivation for making YouTube videos? What do you hope to achieve? Having a strong "why" will help you stay motivated when things get tough.
12. Embrace what makes you different.
What makes you unique? What sets you apart from other YouTubers? Lean into your unique qualities and let them shine through in your videos.
By following these tips, you can increase your chances of building a successful YouTube channel. Remember, it takes time and effort, but it's possible to achieve your dreams if you're willing to put in the work.
I hope these tips help you on your YouTube journey!
In addition to the tips above, Tayo also recommends the following resources:
- The book "Start with Why" by Simon Sinek
- The YouTube Creator Academy
- The GaryVee YouTube channel
I would also like to add that it's important to be yourself and to have fun making videos. Don't be afraid to experiment and try new things. The most important thing is to create content that you're passionate about and that you're proud of.
I wish you all the best in your YouTube endeavors!
About Tayo Aino
Tayo Aino is a Nigerian YouTuber with over 760,000 subscribers. He creates videos on a variety of topics, including real estate, travel, business, and entrepreneurship
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