Say it louder for the people in the back!!! I think you can draw inspiration from others, but if you struggle with idolizing someone else's journey or copying, then I definitely suggest not looking at all. xo E
The hardest part about starting my channel was the fear of what other people would think and that no one will watch my videos because I thought no one would care enough to listen to what I have to say.
I can understand this...and agree with others that we all feel/felt the same way. I focus on my breast cancer experience at a young age and thriving / living after as well as educating women...I'm so passionate about it, but also get nervous that my views will be limited because of it?
The hardest part of getting started for me was just getting my mindset right, I was always afraid of what others would think, afraid to fail, or afraid I wouldn't be good enough. Im here to tell you JUST START, your biggest critic is yourself! 💕
Ollie Marie I definitely agree. I’m about to graduate from college and have always wanted to make a channel but I was so afraid what people would think or that people wouldn’t watch my videos. I’m going to try to do better
I just hit my main RUclips goal! MONETIZATION I’m just a few months. I NEVER THOUGHT I COULD DO IT! But this info is definitely on point & im STILL learning!! Thanks for being who you are! I’ve been rocking with you since day ONE!!! Love you Erin
we dont know each other but I just wanted you to know how proud of you! I've always wanted to start and I've given up a few times and I appreciate you sharing the fact that you succeeded. thank you for pushing me and congrats ! ❤
Candace Tyrae I completely agree with you, but I think it could be one of the most rewarding things. I just recently started my own RUclips channel with quick and effective workouts 💞
I started my channel less than a month ago, and I have almost 200 subscribers! I've used a lot of your tips, Erin. Thank you so much for being so honest and resourceful!
I started my RUclips channel 2 months ago and I’m so proud of myself. I’ve been wanting to start a RUclips channel for about 5 years and I was so scared. I seriously can’t believe I let fear hold me back from my dreams and ambitions. The hardest part about this journey is exercising patience. Filming and editing is a lot of work but it’s worth it. I’m thankful for my 122 subbies and I am excited to grow more. My goal is 25K by Feb 2021. I love your content and you’re really an inspiration, Erin. ❤️
I was so obsessed with numbers I drove myself crazy. Now I’m putting my all and posting quality and creative content instead of what i think will “go viral”.
You are literally one of the BEST RUclipsrs I’ve ever come across that actually has QUALITY advice and fascinating information. 🤩💛 Who else is a small youtuber??? 😍
The hardest thing for me was worrying about how I look, is it too late for me to start (I’ve wanted to for 5 years and made up every excuse why I can’t do it yet), nervousness, how do I juggle it with my life...2020 I told myself no more excuses- JUST DO IT. So quarantine has been a golden opportunity for me to film in bulk so when I do finally release, I can post consistently. I have about a dozen videos in my queue that I’ll be releasing within the next week. The more I record, the more I learn and the better I feel. I tune out the negative voices and as you and Nike say: JUST DO IT! 😅
Jasmine, please understand that FEAR is a real thing but we can’t let it control us. You’ve got this girl, RELEASE those videos and as you see your progress you’ll feel so much better. Remember progress over perfection, that’s what I remind myself everyday. 🤗 Can’t wait to see your content.
@@LifeisSoSincere 😍🥰 you are so sincere and kind! I truly appreciate you taking the time to write this! I appreciate you, your words of encouragement, and your support! 🤗💗
this is exactly how I felt as well! But, I'm so glad I did it. You may feel awkward or self-conscious with your first few videos but the confidence will increase!
No time to start like the present! Don't wait and let 5 more years pass...put them out now and just watch the progress as it comes (because it will with time and consistency). Good luck chica!
The thing that is holding me back is my perfectionism. I'm watching all the RUclips channels on how to get started and not moving forward with doing it. I'm building up the courage today, and am planning on filming my first video this weekend. Thanks for the great information, so glad I subscribed!
The hardest part for me starting youtube so far is trying to make sure that I’m relaxed and being myself when I record and also being scared that no one will watch or subscribe
I am right there with you. But I just always remind myself that it is possible no one will watch, which is actually a good thing! You can be yourself and play around because there are not a lot of eyes on you. I got more used to it by posting multiple times a day on snap and insta stories to my close friends. Once I was confident in that, I expanded to everyone on snap and insta. After I felt confident about that I started making youtube videos and doing lives! :) The more you do it, the better it will be. Start making videos that you know you will never post and that will help raise your comfort and charisma on camera
Erin omg I just started a channel a month ago and already got an audience of 500 people😍Thank you so much for all the tips and inspiration! Wishing luck to all small and upcoming RUclipsr🌟
I just started my RUclips channel! And I’m literally watching and Learning every single day! Hell sometimes I even dream about it because I think about it all the time!
I FINALLY started my channel after literally yearsssss of contemplating, overthinking etc and Erin your channel really helped push me. I now have 4 videos up, only posting once a week right now but I’ll increase soon. I’m growing slowly but I’m already happy with it. And I’m actually loving doing videos!!! Shoutout to all my fellow small RUclipsrs 🤍🤍🤍🤍
Omg god bless you so much!! This is SO well detailed and straight to the point and you are talking to us as if we are BEGINNERS! Slow and CLEARLY! So many people make it so complicated. You don't understand how much this has really helped me. You're so genuine. I wish you all the abundance that life has to offer. Love you Erin!
My biggest struggle right now is FINDING MY NICHE cause I have such a complex interest in things that it doesn’t fit in one niche, which then leads to me inconsistently posting cause I don’t know what to post to fit such a broad spectrum of things.
same girl, but yes. What are the main 3 things your heart feels content in creating, and you feel has value to others? For me, its 1) Fashion 2) Baking/Cooking/Food 3) Vlogs/Filmmaking. Maybe this helps you!!
@@arselamallick3248never thought to actually narrow it down to 3 general topics... not sure right now but thanks for commenting this definitely does help :)
@@lucytwila i have never actually thought to narrow it down to 3 general topics but i feel like people who come for one thing will be annoyed if you post about another.
@@Swazii_k thank you! I appreciate it! I subscribed to you as well hopefully I'll learn something about photography from you cause I'm horrible at taking pictures lol
The hardest part of starting a channel is talking in front of a camera. I've done dozens of public speaking in college and I can barely talk to myself in front of a camera. I get so embarrassed to even when no one is watching but the idea that someone will watch it and think it's boring or sucks at talking makes me insecure.
CHELCEA girl I completely agree with you. I tried to do RUclips for so many years literally since 2012. Now in 2020 is when I’m just getting the courage to put myself out there and start my RUclips channel with quick and effective workouts. I hope you can check them out💕💕
Watching yourself has to be the most intimidating thing however it is the best way to relate to what your viewers will experience and make the necessary changes if need be. The practice makes perfect. I also just finally decided to be more serious about my Chanel. We can do this 🙌🏻❤️
I was the same some stick a photo of a person they love the most on their camera. Some filmed silly videos. like evening meals they where cooking. For that night just for them to build confidence.
I've thought about starting a RUclips for years. I'm finally going to face my fears and start my RUclips Channel this year! I'm really excited to see everything come to life. Thanks for the helpful tips! Just subscribed.
That's a total valid fear to have and most people in the public eye will eventually have haters. You just have to remember it's never ever anything against you personally and just someone finding an easy outlet for their own insecurities or anger or emotions they are having trouble releasing in a healthy way. If or when it happens try to remember that along with looking at some positives like even their hate will help your engagement in the algorithm. I think you should start. theres no better time than the present!!! I support you and your future successes.
@@deetyajagdish2933 If someone hates your videos it just means they're not the audience for you and those are not your people ❤. For every person who doesn't like your content you will have 2 people who love it.
The hardest part for me is editing, knowing the right tools and softwares that work together in order to drop a video. And also, downloading issues. Thanks 😊
Best how to start a RUclips video I’ve seen!! Fear is what keeps me from actually doing it. I bought all the gear a few weeks ago. Now I guess I need to just do it already.
Just something for everyone to know - When you start, your first few videos will be a bit crap and you'll probably act different on camera compared to how you act in real life. You probabskr won't realise you're doing it when you are but when you look back you'll realise. But as you film more videos you'll get more comfortable in front of the camera. Everyone goes through it. Don't compare your now to some big youtubers now bc I'm sure if you scroll all the way back to their first video you'll see they started out the same way. It takes time to become comfortable. Just talk to you camera or phone as if it's your friend not as if you're talking to a camera. Also another thing, I feel like a lot of these videos mention "or you could film on your iPhone" but that doesn't mean you can't film on your Android phone. I think most people forget androids exist bc iPhone is the majority which isn't true. So honestly android or iPhone as long as you have good lighting you'll be fine. Lighting is more key than a camera etc. I recommend just buying a ring light from eBay. They're really cheap. You don't need a big one. Just get a small one
I'm still editing my first video lol but, the hardest part to me is learning new editing skills to make sure my content is up to par with other creators!
Yes, it's like going back to school. I found it helps to just make "practice footage" and do all sorts of silly stuff with it to get used to the different features in the editors.
The hardest part is just starting. You are your hardest critic.. you worry that people won’t watch, that you’ll be boring, that you sound bad. I just bought a ring light. I’d like to hope that it forces me to starts
I've been wanting to start a RUclips channel for a while. My ultimate dream is to be a multi-hyphenate, but I want to know how to balance everything first. The reason I haven't started is because I desire to be in a happier station of life first. Hopefully, within the next 6 months, I will be ready. As for now, I have been on the more passive side of researching. I am trying to stay focused in grad school because I started my first business this semester and I was so excited to start it I practically ignored grad school. So, the balance between making safety and security a priority and wanting to just go for my dreams too. They are in the same field which is super amazing, but I truly have to figure out how to manage it all. But Erin your videos are everything. I hope to join the Ebrand soon as well because I am definitely gonna need it.
Oh my that’s what i did when talking about my hair journey. I don’t give 2 craps about the topic but kept making videos because those are the ones that got me to those benchmarks for monetizing my channel. I haven’t posted anything since July 2019 and I’m currently working on rebranding my channel for what i really like to do.
And wooooowwwww...I gave up on social media years ago looking for genuine purpose in it, then I get led on a 3 week intense journey from all the right RUclipsrs. What irony. I've learned ways to express my passion and enjoy it and it all ended on today, when I realized, I'm not even trying to be rich, just get recognized for my art and this young lady and her fans makes me purchase all my equipment today..with 100% confidence. Thank you all. I needed all this!! See you all soon! Special thanks Erin!
The hardest part about starting a RUclips channel for me was getting over the fear. And even though I have post a few videos, I still have to over come gear and thinking everything has to be perfect to film.
I started my channel at the end of 2019 and I'm so glad I did! I'm still working on not worrying about what people that I know will think about it but I've been making fitness/lifestyle videos and I love it so much! I recently invested in a new camera so I'm excited to test it out and make better quality videos :) Thank you so much for sharing this video
It’s so so nice to hear someone saying ‘it’s not too late’... honestly the amount of things I’ve heard / read lately saying the opposite have started to play on my mind, but you’ve given me my inspiration back today 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Most difficult part for us is to get people watching. I feel like we've been reading and listening to a lot, we have some best practices but still, we'll need thousands of hours of work to get the views we want to have !! Best of luck to y'all starting a new RUclips channel ! :)
The hardest part has been finding my niche, i tried to start and forced myself to talk about my work stuff and I wanted to do waaaaaay too many things at once. Also I didn't do research such as watching videos like this. Got some basics wrong but I am happy that I after my first attempt and taking time to educate myself, I now know what I did wrong and have answered to it. Thank you Erin
I just started my RUclips channel a month ago. For so long I was so nervous about negative feedback, but so far it's been the complete opposite. I'm happy I chose faith over fear. 💜
When you spoke about niching that really helped me! I just started up my youtube channel and I already felt like I was putting myself in a corner. Now I know I can try to be a little more experimental and creative with my content!
The hardest part for me is consistency and also planning out content. I can get discouraged sometimes because I constantly have to learn new things like editing and im not sure if I know how to do that . but this was definitely encouraging im not going to give up .
Hi Erin, i was just surfing on RUclips when I should have been getttting ready for work!!!!! Let me tell you.....i am so glad that I stumbled on your channel. I have been wanting to start a youtube channel for a while now and my biggest fear or something that challenges me is the lack of knowledge in how to start a channel esp. because i am horribly bad at technology. A lot of extremely you tubers who set out to give tips on starting a youtube channel seem to go too fast and leave a lot of helpful information out. I have to say you are the first person I’ve seen to really break the system down. I don’t mind paying for knowledge even tho at times i wish people like you would put out more helpful videos likes these but at the end of the day if I’m paying, i want to feel like i left with something that i can continue to build from and not still be as clueless as i did before shelling out all my Benjamin’s. Thank you....I’m definitely subscribing to your channel and can’t wait to look in to your channel to learn more
This video popped up right on time for me as I just started my RUclips channel 2 weeks ago. You gave me so much more motivation to continue full speed ahead. Thank you so much for sharing your experience & giving us some tips & encouragement. I also loved seeing all the supportive comments in the comment section. Great video! Best of luck to everyone starting a new channel!
The hardest part about starting my channel was contemplating whether I should post or not because I had fear of putting myself out there. But I decided to face my fear and now I am going to trust the process!
I just started my channel last week & was feeling pretty discouraged because I also feel like I am so late in the game, but your video really gave me hope!! Also it's crazy that I fall right into your target persona, so obviously you're doing something right;) I really enjoyed this, thank you so much
LOVE YOUR CONTENT ERIN! I connect and resonate with you in so many ways. My background is in marketing too and I'm currently a digital media, communications and journalism post-grad student. I started my RUclips travel channel in February this year and I've picked up a lot of tips and tricks from your channel. Starting my own channel definitely felt like a risk at first, but the channel is growing and I really enjoy sharing travel stories, my lessons, experiences and what I know ❤️💃
Khukyenda by Fay Kakai Hey I love your content it’s very engaging and I just subscribed........let be RUclips friends and help each other grow our channel.
I feel like of all the people who give youtube advice, you give the most actionable advice on things that could actually help. Really great info 👍❤ I'll definitely be implementing this!
I’m a new mom so that’s definitely my niche but I loveeee making videos about relationships, mukbang videos, and soooo much more. I was stuck at 40 subscribers for a while and now I’m at about 170. I am so happy and just proud of myself because I honestly didn’t think I’d be able to keep up with it! Thank you for the awesome tips Erin😊
hey girl, thanks so much for this! it was great to have the walkthrough of setting up the account and just some really basic, solid, helpful about getting started.
I love when successful youtubers give knowledge to us small and up and coming youtubers. You continue to inspire me to create more! Thank you and God bless 💕
I recently decided that I am going to start a business, and I have been doing so much research on the best strategies on how to do so. The one thing that was holding me back was fear of not succeeding! I am putting all that fear and anxiety into putting forth my best effort to use my passions to serve others through creating content and starting a business to uplift Black voices. There is no reason why I cannot use my skills and passions to provide for myself and help others along the way. Erin, thank you for this video and the content that you are putting out, it is motivating seeing another Black woman use her gifts to help lead others to success!
You are so inspiring I have wanted to start a channel for years, actually got the courage to start a few years back then got discouraged due to the lack of quality gear. Thank you so much for letting me know now is my time.
Still watching, but I’ve watched sooo many vids to improve my channel and I’ve still learned a few things so far. Thank you for your grace and sharing your knowledge. ❤️❤️
Thank you Erin you are my greatest inspiration on RUclips!! Your story made me get up My couch and start making content and I am soo happy and I feel like I have found fulfilment! started a month ago and so excited for my Awesome 70+ subscribers you soo much!! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much Erin! You are so intelligent! Because of all of your advice...I HAVE FINALLY STARTED MY OWN RUclips CHANNEL! I can’t wait to keep learning new tips from you! ❤️❤️❤️
When you said 37 subscribers I was shocked and felt like you were talking to me because I have currently have that many subs haha. Thankyou for these tips! x
Hi Erin! Love your content. Started my RUclips channel (been wanting to do this forever) and launched This week. I noticed you mentioned tube buddy as being helpful in this video but mentioned in another that it’s not that helpful. I’m considering using it and I’m not quite sure which advise to go by.
Hi! Erin , thank you for sharing . I also started my RUclips channel at first I didn’t know what will happen.. I just love documenting everything ! So will see.. Will follow your video, more beautiful Video! Supporting small RUclipsrs xoxo from Japan
Erin you are my big inspiration! I love your channel! I started mine last summer and I really hope that It will be successful like yours. Thank you for sharing helpful information ❤️
I've been looking for content like this to help me relaunch my channel. 11+ years ago when I started my channel in order to document my Sisterlocks journey it didn't seem so daunting. I remember thinking "who wants to REALLY watch me talk to myself about haircare struggles?" Now, I'm thinking, "how do I create content that will stand out in a world where everyone is a personal trainer?" However, I really want to share my "behind the hustle" not only becoming a personal trainer, but owning my own studio, cooking videos, client transformations, and just everyday life. Your video was very informative and gave me a much-needed sense of direction. Now, I'm going to watch it again just in case I missed something vital the first time!
Definitely trying to take my channel to the next level and take it more seriously. I literally just uploaded a video on it as well. You're def one of the inspo's I always head to, aside from others, to make sure I am doing this right haha. Nice video! Thanks for this, more inspo when needed! --- And yes your iPhone video did help me out as well for my vlog style videos!
My hardest part was just getting started. I finally started and receiving a lot more love then I thought. I try to watch you once a day now since I’ve found your channel to learn something new
Love this! 🙌🏼 I finally took the plunge two months ago so fingers crossed it does okay! So far so good and worst case I learned from it and I still love what I do! Thanks for the insight, girl! 🥰
The hardest part for me is finding a niche. I know for a fact that I do not want to stick to one subject. I was thinking about having different segments on my page and just have fun. I think that's chiming in on creating different audience personas. This video is very helpful, thank you Erin!🤓
Hi Erin. Your first video "Is it too late to start you tube in 2020" motivated me to start this year. At that time I really needed answers as to why I should do this and your video pop up, since then your videos have been Inspiring me to be consistent. keep it up girl. BTW your glow is contagious😍😘
My biggest fears of starting (or I should say resuming) my channel is lack of consistency, not knowing what I'm doing, and being judged. I just figured out that I would like to do gaming and travel videos but I worry about what family and friends will think of me. However, I know if I don't at least try, I will be very disappointed in myself. Thank you Erin for the pep talk and information!!
As a scientist who brings science to Beauty it has been a challenge honestly… But I’m trucking along I’m staying positive I do love the subscribers that I do have and the relationships I am able to build. I think what has been working for me is to literally ask them what they want for me and that gives me my videos that I end up posting… Which is what they want to see I think that’s the key
Hey girl, I just subscribed! I uploaded my first video today!!!! I was watching her video while I was making my thumbnail too! Erin is always right on time
Kyla, Student Nurse 👩🏽⚕️😭💗 you’re about to make me cry! Thank you so much for supporting beautiful! I’m glad you told me it was you so I can properly thank you! I literally clicked on my channel and got excited because I saw my count went up. I was dancing all around the house 🤣🙋🏽♀️ heading over to your channel to subscribe and support you as well!!! 🤗💗👯♀️
I actually created my RUclips channel because I wanted to come out my comfort zone ,I used to be scared of what people would think of me but now am very confident and RUclips just helps me share my realness unfiltered and I love it I pray I get more subscribers and share my wonderful life with everyone.
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A big mistake is to watch others and try to envision yourself in their place
Everyone’s journey is unique and there are no cheat codes
Say it louder for the people in the back!!! I think you can draw inspiration from others, but if you struggle with idolizing someone else's journey or copying, then I definitely suggest not looking at all. xo E
Thank you for the tip! ❤️☺️
I agree what sets your brand apart is you and what you bring to the table.
Very true! ♥️👏🏾
Thats a fact!🙌🏾
The hardest part about starting my channel was the fear of what other people would think and that no one will watch my videos because I thought no one would care enough to listen to what I have to say.
You and me both, let's do it!
I felt the same way girl!
I think we all feel the same way, I still do even as I try to be consistent but then again i remember the reason why I started. 😘
Same! But I just did it (after like 1 year...) 🙄😂
I can understand this...and agree with others that we all feel/felt the same way. I focus on my breast cancer experience at a young age and thriving / living after as well as educating women...I'm so passionate about it, but also get nervous that my views will be limited because of it?
Love how this comment section is just one big support group for small/upcoming RUclipsrs. ☁️✨
African Tea yes! I’m a small youtuber and she always drops gems 💎 for me! Gives me motivation!
That's exactly what her mission is - She's doing really well!
Yes! Lets stay motivated people!
African Tea just subbed hun x
Just subbed
The hardest part of getting started for me was just getting my mindset right, I was always afraid of what others would think, afraid to fail, or afraid I wouldn't be good enough. Im here to tell you JUST START, your biggest critic is yourself! 💕
Ollie Marie I definitely agree. I’m about to graduate from college and have always wanted to make a channel but I was so afraid what people would think or that people wouldn’t watch my videos. I’m going to try to do better
I can relate to this. But the beginning is always scary, we just have to be brave enough to take the 1st small step 💕
soooo true! I am battling with that rn but slowly getting over it. I just subscribed to your channel. hope u can do the same, thanksss
so true @Ollie Marie
So true!!!
Anyone who is reading this is going to be successful on RUclips
thanksss! I just subscribed to you hope you can do the same
that’s so nice 💕
Thank you dear. All the best to you too
Thanks amen
@@diyswithmartha2971 Thanks a lot
I just hit my main RUclips goal! MONETIZATION I’m just a few months. I NEVER THOUGHT I COULD DO IT! But this info is definitely on point & im STILL learning!! Thanks for being who you are! I’ve been rocking with you since day ONE!!! Love you Erin
Darricka White congratulations !
congratulations
we dont know each other but I just wanted you to know how proud of you! I've always wanted to start and I've given up a few times and I appreciate you sharing the fact that you succeeded. thank you for pushing me and congrats ! ❤
Congratulations! That’s awesome
totally awesome news
The hardest part is fear of the unknown and putting myself out there.
Candace Tyrae I completely agree with you, but I think it could be one of the most rewarding things. I just recently started my own RUclips channel with quick and effective workouts 💞
It is
Laura's Corner that’s awesome I wish you much success on your channel
Agree 😖
@@CandaceTyrae hii! Wanna support one another !?! :)
I started my channel less than a month ago, and I have almost 200 subscribers! I've used a lot of your tips, Erin. Thank you so much for being so honest and resourceful!
Congrats!!
Only going up from here!
That’s awesome! Going a bit slower here 😅
Congratulation ! My channel started growing after watching one of her videos too. She is a great mentor
Wow that's amazing!
I started my RUclips channel 2 months ago and I’m so proud of myself. I’ve been wanting to start a RUclips channel for about 5 years and I was so scared. I seriously can’t believe I let fear hold me back from my dreams and ambitions. The hardest part about this journey is exercising patience. Filming and editing is a lot of work but it’s worth it. I’m thankful for my 122 subbies and I am excited to grow more. My goal is 25K by Feb 2021. I love your content and you’re really an inspiration, Erin. ❤️
@@DebtDemolisherTV thank you for commenting!!! I forgot all about this comment! WOW!
Thank you for the congratulatory wishes. 💕
@@DebtDemolisherTV it’s so doable. Just keep posting! 💕💕💕
I was so obsessed with numbers I drove myself crazy. Now I’m putting my all and posting quality and creative content instead of what i think will “go viral”.
You are literally one of the BEST RUclipsrs I’ve ever come across that actually has QUALITY advice and fascinating information. 🤩💛
Who else is a small youtuber??? 😍
She’s awesome!!
Jennifer Lownes I’m also a growing RUclipsr! ☁️✨
She really has the best content. I just started a channel too
Me!!! I just uploaded my first video today
Me :) Let's support eaach other :)
The hardest thing for me was worrying about how I look, is it too late for me to start (I’ve wanted to for 5 years and made up every excuse why I can’t do it yet), nervousness, how do I juggle it with my life...2020 I told myself no more excuses- JUST DO IT. So quarantine has been a golden opportunity for me to film in bulk so when I do finally release, I can post consistently. I have about a dozen videos in my queue that I’ll be releasing within the next week. The more I record, the more I learn and the better I feel. I tune out the negative voices and as you and Nike say: JUST DO IT! 😅
Jasmine, please understand that FEAR is a real thing but we can’t let it control us. You’ve got this girl, RELEASE those videos and as you see your progress you’ll feel so much better. Remember progress over perfection, that’s what I remind myself everyday. 🤗 Can’t wait to see your content.
@@LifeisSoSincere 😍🥰 you are so sincere and kind! I truly appreciate you taking the time to write this! I appreciate you, your words of encouragement, and your support! 🤗💗
this is amazing and so relatable!
this is exactly how I felt as well! But, I'm so glad I did it. You may feel awkward or self-conscious with your first few videos but the confidence will increase!
No time to start like the present! Don't wait and let 5 more years pass...put them out now and just watch the progress as it comes (because it will with time and consistency). Good luck chica!
It’s never to late to start a RUclips channel!! You just gotta be consistent!!! We all got it (especially small RUclipsrs) we will be great💕💕
Margarita Gutierrez small youtuber here count me in
Mommy Chekoy I just checked out ur channel!! Love it 💕💕💕
Margarita Gutierrez yas girlll!!!! I just recently started my own channel with quick and effective workouts💕
@@mommychekoy6981 hii! Wanna support one another !?! :)
@@margaritagutierrez2228 hii! Wanna support one another !?! :)
The thing that is holding me back is my perfectionism. I'm watching all the RUclips channels on how to get started and not moving forward with doing it. I'm building up the courage today, and am planning on filming my first video this weekend. Thanks for the great information, so glad I subscribed!
I’m subscribing to all you gorgeous ladies. We can do this. Let’s get it for 2020
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@ hii! Wanna support one another !?! :)
Wow
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Yes we can! :)
The hardest part for me starting youtube so far is trying to make sure that I’m relaxed and being myself when I record and also being scared that no one will watch or subscribe
I am right there with you. But I just always remind myself that it is possible no one will watch, which is actually a good thing! You can be yourself and play around because there are not a lot of eyes on you. I got more used to it by posting multiple times a day on snap and insta stories to my close friends. Once I was confident in that, I expanded to everyone on snap and insta. After I felt confident about that I started making youtube videos and doing lives! :) The more you do it, the better it will be. Start making videos that you know you will never post and that will help raise your comfort and charisma on camera
Briae thank you girl 🤗💕
Tht was me in my first video last week😂
Ugh feel this
R. Nicole Blanks let’s support each other? 💛
Erin omg I just started a channel a month ago and already got an audience of 500 people😍Thank you so much for all the tips and inspiration! Wishing luck to all small and upcoming RUclipsr🌟
Zenperial thank you for the luck! I’m an upcoming RUclipsr as well ☁️✨
Zenperial that is amazing!! I wish I had that type of growth lol
Destiny Aalyah Same! 500 in just a month? 😱 I’m at 470 and I’ve been at it for a year 😅
African Tea ❤️
Destiny Aalyah success is right around the corner😘🙏🏻
I literally just said the other day how it’s way too late, prayed over it, then BOOM this video. You’re amazing Erin!
Lexxx Hey I love your content it’s very engaging and I just subscribed........let be RUclips friends and help each other grow our channel.
@@Swazii_k I'm be youtube buddy with you
Confirmation that you can do it!
I just started my RUclips channel! And I’m literally watching and Learning every single day! Hell sometimes I even dream about it because I think about it all the time!
I FINALLY started my channel after literally yearsssss of contemplating, overthinking etc and Erin your channel really helped push me. I now have 4 videos up, only posting once a week right now but I’ll increase soon. I’m growing slowly but I’m already happy with it. And I’m actually loving doing videos!!! Shoutout to all my fellow small RUclipsrs 🤍🤍🤍🤍
Girl I owe you all the credit for why I have so many subbies now. I’m so here for this! I’m taking notes girl!
Awww that makes me so happy!! So proud of you! xo E
I'm trying to get there too😫🤔🤔🤔😫 congrats @love Sumlotta 💕
NattyBafterCancer thanks hun blessings to you...You will get there!
@@Love_SumLotta 💛💛💛💛thank you!!
Let's help each other guys
Omg god bless you so much!! This is SO well detailed and straight to the point and you are talking to us as if we are BEGINNERS! Slow and CLEARLY! So many people make it so complicated. You don't understand how much this has really helped me. You're so genuine. I wish you all the abundance that life has to offer. Love you Erin!
Danielle King that’s what I love someone who teaches the basics!
Danielle King let’s support too
I just uploaded my first video. Let’s help each other grow?
Duh why would she do it any other way.
My biggest struggle right now is FINDING MY NICHE cause I have such a complex interest in things that it doesn’t fit in one niche, which then leads to me inconsistently posting cause I don’t know what to post to fit such a broad spectrum of things.
What are your top 3 favorite things to do or post about
same girl, but yes. What are the main 3 things your heart feels content in creating, and you feel has value to others? For me, its 1) Fashion 2) Baking/Cooking/Food 3) Vlogs/Filmmaking. Maybe this helps you!!
@@arselamallick3248never thought to actually narrow it down to 3 general topics... not sure right now but thanks for commenting this definitely does help :)
@@lucytwila i have never actually thought to narrow it down to 3 general topics but i feel like people who come for one thing will be annoyed if you post about another.
@@Swazii_k thank you! I appreciate it! I subscribed to you as well hopefully I'll learn something about photography from you cause I'm horrible at taking pictures lol
The hardest part of starting a channel is talking in front of a camera. I've done dozens of public speaking in college and I can barely talk to myself in front of a camera. I get so embarrassed to even when no one is watching but the idea that someone will watch it and think it's boring or sucks at talking makes me insecure.
CHELCEA girl I completely agree with you. I tried to do RUclips for so many years literally since 2012. Now in 2020 is when I’m just getting the courage to put myself out there and start my RUclips channel with quick and effective workouts. I hope you can check them out💕💕
Watching yourself has to be the most intimidating thing however it is the best way to relate to what your viewers will experience and make the necessary changes if need be. The practice makes perfect. I also just finally decided to be more serious about my Chanel. We can do this 🙌🏻❤️
@@simzarfit3949 hii! Wanna support one another !?! :)
I was the same some stick a photo of a person they love the most on their camera. Some filmed silly videos. like evening meals they where cooking. For that night just for them to build confidence.
Sis literally hit 100k like last month or so and now almost hitting 150k. I'm so proud of you
Hardest part was deciding to just film and do it, instead of talking about it
Let’s support each other? 💛
Yess I feel you 😩 I be imagining the content I want to create instead of creating it
@@Swazii_k just subscribed. Please support as well.
ugh this is so true i literally waited YEARS lmao
yes!! i posted a chloe tings 2 week shred result video today!! if anyone wants to check it out i would love that!! im trying to reach 300 subs!!
I've thought about starting a RUclips for years. I'm finally going to face my fears and start my RUclips Channel this year! I'm really excited to see everything come to life. Thanks for the helpful tips! Just subscribed.
Allison Holmes see yah then let’s support
Allison Holmes I’m with You gurl
@@mommychekoy6981 Wanna Support each other to? 💞
I just started too
Subbed
The hardest part about starting the channel is negativity. I recorded so many videos and have a fear of posting them.
I know I sometimes feel like people will hate them :(
That's a total valid fear to have and most people in the public eye will eventually have haters. You just have to remember it's never ever anything against you personally and just someone finding an easy outlet for their own insecurities or anger or emotions they are having trouble releasing in a healthy way. If or when it happens try to remember that along with looking at some positives like even their hate will help your engagement in the algorithm. I think you should start. theres no better time than the present!!! I support you and your future successes.
@@deetyajagdish2933 If someone hates your videos it just means they're not the audience for you and those are not your people ❤. For every person who doesn't like your content you will have 2 people who love it.
The hardest part for me is editing, knowing the right tools and softwares that work together in order to drop a video. And also, downloading issues. Thanks 😊
ForEverMeTori I just uploaded my first video. Let’s help each other grow?
@@brittanymelendez2106 I'm about to launch my channel this month, are you still looking for a buddy to grow with?💛💫💛
I'm getting ready to start. We can grow together 😊
editing is definitely my problem! I mean I know how to, but the doing it part is the problem lol
unique glenique just supported your channel. Hope you return the favor😘
Best how to start a RUclips video I’ve seen!! Fear is what keeps me from actually doing it. I bought all the gear a few weeks ago. Now I guess I need to just do it already.
let me know when you post so i can come on over! You will be great 💕
Just something for everyone to know -
When you start, your first few videos will be a bit crap and you'll probably act different on camera compared to how you act in real life. You probabskr won't realise you're doing it when you are but when you look back you'll realise. But as you film more videos you'll get more comfortable in front of the camera. Everyone goes through it. Don't compare your now to some big youtubers now bc I'm sure if you scroll all the way back to their first video you'll see they started out the same way. It takes time to become comfortable. Just talk to you camera or phone as if it's your friend not as if you're talking to a camera.
Also another thing, I feel like a lot of these videos mention "or you could film on your iPhone" but that doesn't mean you can't film on your Android phone. I think most people forget androids exist bc iPhone is the majority which isn't true. So honestly android or iPhone as long as you have good lighting you'll be fine. Lighting is more key than a camera etc.
I recommend just buying a ring light from eBay. They're really cheap. You don't need a big one. Just get a small one
Who else is here during quarantine trying to be useful lol? Let's support each other
ijeBeauty let's do it
i posted a chloe tings 2 week shred result video today!! if anyone wants to check it out i would love that!! im trying to reach 300 subs!!
done, ur turn :)
I posted a video yesterday about the lockdown if anyone can go and watch thank you
ijeBeauty
Subbed..now ur turn..:)
I'm still editing my first video lol but, the hardest part to me is learning new editing skills to make sure my content is up to par with other creators!
Yes, it's like going back to school. I found it helps to just make "practice footage" and do all sorts of silly stuff with it to get used to the different features in the editors.
The hardest part is just starting. You are your hardest critic.. you worry that people won’t watch, that you’ll be boring, that you sound bad. I just bought a ring light. I’d like to hope that it forces me to starts
All the best. Just start.
this video was so helpful cause I don’t see many people showing exactly how to do everything like you did, so this was very helpful thank you sm!💜
I've been wanting to start a RUclips channel for a while.
My ultimate dream is to be a multi-hyphenate, but I want to know how to balance everything first.
The reason I haven't started is because I desire to be in a happier station of life first.
Hopefully, within the next 6 months, I will be ready. As for now, I have been on the more passive side of researching.
I am trying to stay focused in grad school because I started my first business this semester and I was so excited to start it I practically ignored grad school.
So, the balance between making safety and security a priority and wanting to just go for my dreams too.
They are in the same field which is super amazing, but I truly have to figure out how to manage it all.
But Erin your videos are everything.
I hope to join the Ebrand soon as well because I am definitely gonna need it.
Love from The Bahamas
Oh my that’s what i did when talking about my hair journey. I don’t give 2 craps about the topic but kept making videos because those are the ones that got me to those benchmarks for monetizing my channel. I haven’t posted anything since July 2019 and I’m currently working on rebranding my channel for what i really like to do.
Kenyatta Davis I think that’s the most important part doing what you love. I just recently started my own channel with quick and effective workouts! 💕
You’ve got this! 💕
And wooooowwwww...I gave up on social media years ago looking for genuine purpose in it, then I get led on a 3 week intense journey from all the right RUclipsrs. What irony. I've learned ways to express my passion and enjoy it and it all ended on today, when I realized, I'm not even trying to be rich, just get recognized for my art and this young lady and her fans makes me purchase all my equipment today..with 100% confidence. Thank you all. I needed all this!! See you all soon! Special thanks Erin!
The hardest part about starting a RUclips channel for me was getting over the fear. And even though I have post a few videos, I still have to over come gear and thinking everything has to be perfect to film.
I started my channel at the end of 2019 and I'm so glad I did! I'm still working on not worrying about what people that I know will think about it but I've been making fitness/lifestyle videos and I love it so much! I recently invested in a new camera so I'm excited to test it out and make better quality videos :) Thank you so much for sharing this video
Cristen Merlo how exciting is getting a new camera!! Goodluck with your journey 😊
It’s so so nice to hear someone saying ‘it’s not too late’... honestly the amount of things I’ve heard / read lately saying the opposite have started to play on my mind, but you’ve given me my inspiration back today 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Shannon Rebecca I just uploaded my first video. Let’s help each other grow?
Most difficult part for us is to get people watching. I feel like we've been reading and listening to a lot, we have some best practices but still, we'll need thousands of hours of work to get the views we want to have !! Best of luck to y'all starting a new RUclips channel ! :)
A big mistake is to watch others and try to envision yourself in their place
Everyone’s journey is unique and there are no cheat codes
Hey nice to see another youtube fam. Lets support each other. 💖
The hardest part has been finding my niche, i tried to start and forced myself to talk about my work stuff and I wanted to do waaaaaay too many things at once. Also I didn't do research such as watching videos like this. Got some basics wrong but I am happy that I after my first attempt and taking time to educate myself, I now know what I did wrong and have answered to it. Thank you Erin
Same. I love so many things. But I'm a Dietitian so decided to start with that niche and eventually spread out
I just started my RUclips channel a month ago. For so long I was so nervous about negative feedback, but so far it's been the complete opposite. I'm happy I chose faith over fear. 💜
When you spoke about niching that really helped me! I just started up my youtube channel and I already felt like I was putting myself in a corner. Now I know I can try to be a little more experimental and creative with my content!
The hardest part for me is consistency and also planning out content. I can get discouraged sometimes because I constantly
have to learn new things like editing and im not sure if I know how to do that . but this was definitely
encouraging im not going to give up .
Thank you! Just added some words to my thumbnails that is different than headline.... good tip!! Didn’t think about that. I just started this year!
Hi Erin, i was just surfing on RUclips when I should have been getttting ready for work!!!!! Let me tell you.....i am so glad that I stumbled on your channel. I have been wanting to start a youtube channel for a while now and my biggest fear or something that challenges me is the lack of knowledge in how to start a channel esp. because i am horribly bad at technology. A lot of extremely you tubers who set out to give tips on starting a youtube channel seem to go too fast and leave a lot of helpful information out. I have to say you are the first person I’ve seen to really break the system down. I don’t mind paying for knowledge even tho at times i wish people like you would put out more helpful videos likes these but at the end of the day if I’m paying, i want to feel like i left with something that i can continue to build from and not still be as clueless as i did before shelling out all my Benjamin’s. Thank you....I’m definitely subscribing to your channel and can’t wait to look in to your channel to learn more
This video popped up right on time for me as I just started my RUclips channel 2 weeks ago. You gave me so much more motivation to continue full speed ahead. Thank you so much for sharing your experience & giving us some tips & encouragement. I also loved seeing all the supportive comments in the comment section. Great video! Best of luck to everyone starting a new channel!
I love how you reframed the typical "niche down" content. Really well done. Thank you!
Thanks for your tips and advice they have motivated me to start a RUclips channel!
This is Chan Hey I love your content it’s very engaging and I just subscribed........let be RUclips friends and help each other grow our channel. Yes
Hi @@Swazii_k thanks for subscribing you are now part of the family! I have subscribed to your channel as well x
Mhhh thank you so much Sis, small youtubers our time is coming sooner just believe 😍
The hardest part about starting my channel was contemplating whether I should post or not because I had fear of putting myself out there. But I decided to face my fear and now I am going to trust the process!
I just started my channel last week & was feeling pretty discouraged because I also feel like I am so late in the game, but your video really gave me hope!! Also it's crazy that I fall right into your target persona, so obviously you're doing something right;) I really enjoyed this, thank you so much
Never too late! Your videos have been inspiring me! Wouldn’t have started if it wasn’t for these videos! Thank you girl❤️💪🏾
LOVE YOUR CONTENT ERIN! I connect and resonate with you in so many ways. My background is in marketing too and I'm currently a digital media, communications and journalism post-grad student. I started my RUclips travel channel in February this year and I've picked up a lot of tips and tricks from your channel. Starting my own channel definitely felt like a risk at first, but the channel is growing and I really enjoy sharing travel stories, my lessons, experiences and what I know ❤️💃
Congratulations on your channel! That’s super awesome!
Congrats on your Channel!
@@ACuppaCha thank you!
@@sorayachristie2467 thank you!
Khukyenda by Fay Kakai Hey I love your content it’s very engaging and I just subscribed........let be RUclips friends and help each other grow our channel.
I feel like of all the people who give youtube advice, you give the most actionable advice on things that could actually help. Really great info 👍❤ I'll definitely be implementing this!
I’m a new mom so that’s definitely my niche but I loveeee making videos about relationships, mukbang videos, and soooo much more. I was stuck at 40 subscribers for a while and now I’m at about 170. I am so happy and just proud of myself because I honestly didn’t think I’d be able to keep up with it! Thank you for the awesome tips Erin😊
This is so timely for me. I am launching my channel now and so happy to see someone that looks like me guiding US!!!!
This is so GOOD! I hit a plateau on my channel so I'm excited to get back to the drawing board and apply some of your tips!
Thanks so much E!
hey girl, thanks so much for this! it was great to have the walkthrough of setting up the account and just some really basic, solid, helpful about getting started.
I love when successful youtubers give knowledge to us small and up and coming youtubers. You continue to inspire me to create more! Thank you and God bless 💕
hey I supported your channel. Hope you return the favor 😘
I recently decided that I am going to start a business, and I have been doing so much research on the best strategies on how to do so. The one thing that was holding me back was fear of not succeeding! I am putting all that fear and anxiety into putting forth my best effort to use my passions to serve others through creating content and starting a business to uplift Black voices. There is no reason why I cannot use my skills and passions to provide for myself and help others along the way. Erin, thank you for this video and the content that you are putting out, it is motivating seeing another Black woman use her gifts to help lead others to success!
You are so inspiring I have wanted to start a channel for years, actually got the courage to start a few years back then got discouraged due to the lack of quality gear. Thank you so much for letting me know now is my time.
Still watching, but I’ve watched sooo many vids to improve my channel and I’ve still learned a few things so far. Thank you for your grace and sharing your knowledge. ❤️❤️
Ricky & Darian let’s support
Girl.... YOUR ENERGY! It's everything!!!
Thank you Erin you are my greatest inspiration on RUclips!! Your story made me get up
My couch and start making content and I am soo happy and I feel like I have found fulfilment! started a month ago and so excited for my
Awesome 70+ subscribers you soo much!! ❤️❤️❤️
Much neededddd!!! Love these tips and walking through basically everything with us!!!
Thank you so much Erin! You are so intelligent! Because of all of your advice...I HAVE FINALLY STARTED MY OWN RUclips CHANNEL! I can’t wait to keep learning new tips from you! ❤️❤️❤️
I'm always ready to click Erin's RUclips tips lol. who else?
When you said 37 subscribers I was shocked and felt like you were talking to me because I have currently have that many subs haha. Thankyou for these tips! x
Beverly Sue X Hey I love your content it’s very engaging and I just subscribed........let be RUclips friends and help each other grow our channel.
Hi Erin! Love your content. Started my RUclips channel (been wanting to do this forever) and launched This week. I noticed you mentioned tube buddy as being helpful in this video but mentioned in another that it’s not that helpful. I’m considering using it and I’m not quite sure which advise to go by.
Hi! Erin , thank you for sharing . I also started my RUclips channel at first I didn’t know what will happen.. I just love documenting everything ! So will see.. Will follow your video, more beautiful Video! Supporting small RUclipsrs xoxo from Japan
After starting and stopping for over 5 years... I’m finally sticking with it..I have to show my daughter that momma can do this.. WE ALL CAN😍😍 🤩🤩
This was such a helpful video, I got a lot of helpful tips that aren’t in other RUclips growth videos!
Erin you are my big inspiration! I love your channel! I started mine last summer and I really hope that It will be successful like yours. Thank you for sharing helpful information ❤️
Thank you so much!! You just have to keep pushing! xo E
Erin On Demand thank you dear for your support!! ❤️
Whoever reading this right now,you will be successful someday !just keep on pushing amen 🤗
just supported your channel. Hope you return the favor😘
Amen
I've been looking for content like this to help me relaunch my channel. 11+ years ago when I started my channel in order to document my Sisterlocks journey it didn't seem so daunting. I remember thinking "who wants to REALLY watch me talk to myself about haircare struggles?" Now, I'm thinking, "how do I create content that will stand out in a world where everyone is a personal trainer?" However, I really want to share my "behind the hustle" not only becoming a personal trainer, but owning my own studio, cooking videos, client transformations, and just everyday life. Your video was very informative and gave me a much-needed sense of direction. Now, I'm going to watch it again just in case I missed something vital the first time!
I started my channel today with literally only my iPhone. I decided to take a leap of faith. Thank you for this video, it’s so informative sis!
"Work with what you have" exactly what I'm doing after loosing everything and starting from scratch. Thanks Erin
Amen❗
BeYourOwnHappiness. I supported you 💖
I clicked soooo fast 😭😂😂. I already know you’re dropping gems🥺💖💖💖
I did too lol, I was watching someone else and interrupted that video to watch this lol
Ilaisaane Lin facts!
Definitely trying to take my channel to the next level and take it more seriously. I literally just uploaded a video on it as well. You're def one of the inspo's I always head to, aside from others, to make sure I am doing this right haha. Nice video! Thanks for this, more inspo when needed! --- And yes your iPhone video did help me out as well for my vlog style videos!
Veronica Brown let’s support
Veronica Brown Hey I love your content it’s very engaging and I just subscribed........let be RUclips friends and help each other grow our channel.
Great advice, Erin. I am creating the channel after I finish viewing this video. Thank you!
My hardest part was just getting started. I finally started and receiving a lot more love then I thought. I try to watch you once a day now since I’ve found your channel to learn something new
Love this! 🙌🏼 I finally took the plunge two months ago so fingers crossed it does okay! So far so good and worst case I learned from it and I still love what I do! Thanks for the insight, girl! 🥰
Fia Garcia yay! Me too! Learning new things everyday! Goodluck with your journey!
I'm glad I finally started😊
hey I supported your channel. Hope you return the favor 😘
When you described your target audience it freaked me out because you literally described me 😭😭😭🤣
I cannot wait to see the outcome of the work I’m putting in. 🥰❤️ I honestly believe that everyone journey is different and they should embrace it.
The hardest part for me is finding a niche. I know for a fact that I do not want to stick to one subject. I was thinking about having different segments on my page and just have fun. I think that's chiming in on creating different audience personas. This video is very helpful, thank you Erin!🤓
LOve your channel and your tips! Such inciteful tips. I use them on my channel so thank you💕💕
#KeepingUpWithMJ just subscribed!! 🧡🧡🧡
Just subbed
Hi Erin. Your first video "Is it too late to start you tube in 2020" motivated me to start this year. At that time I really needed answers as to why I should do this and your video pop up, since then your videos have been Inspiring me to be consistent. keep it up girl. BTW your glow is contagious😍😘
Girl to Mom Hey I love your content it’s very engaging and I just subscribed........let be RUclips friends and help each other grow our channel.
@@Swazii_k Sure
Just found this channel. Learned so much! Thanks Erin! Time to start applying this to my channel! wish me luck!
I love your channel. We have very similar passions! New subbie for you @Alexandra J
My biggest fears of starting (or I should say resuming) my channel is lack of consistency, not knowing what I'm doing, and being judged. I just figured out that I would like to do gaming and travel videos but I worry about what family and friends will think of me. However, I know if I don't at least try, I will be very disappointed in myself. Thank you Erin for the pep talk and information!!
As a scientist who brings science to Beauty it has been a challenge honestly… But I’m trucking along I’m staying positive I do love the subscribers that I do have and the relationships I am able to build. I think what has been working for me is to literally ask them what they want for me and that gives me my videos that I end up posting… Which is what they want to see I think that’s the key
I’m literally in the middle of trying to edit the thumbnail for my first video 😁💗
Hey girl, I just subscribed! I uploaded my first video today!!!! I was watching her video while I was making my thumbnail too! Erin is always right on time
Kyla, Student Nurse 👩🏽⚕️😭💗 you’re about to make me cry! Thank you so much for supporting beautiful! I’m glad you told me it was you so I can properly thank you! I literally clicked on my channel and got excited because I saw my count went up. I was dancing all around the house 🤣🙋🏽♀️ heading over to your channel to subscribe and support you as well!!! 🤗💗👯♀️
Jasmine Nicole Cogdell I’ll make sure to subscribe so I won’t miss your 1st video!
You go girl!-uploading the 1st video is the hardest part, so you’re already a step ahead, Best wishes!
Omg thst canera is $1,000 tho 😩😩
I’m still trying to figure out how to edit.
Do not compare your journey to others! This was my biggest mistake
Talk With Teen let’s connect and show love genuinely🤞🏼🥂❤️ never compare always focus on you
Yes never to compare yourself with someone else
Truth
I just started my youtube channel a few days ago and I'm so excited! I've ALWAYS wanted to do this and this was the year!!!
I actually created my RUclips channel because I wanted to come out my comfort zone ,I used to be scared of what people would think of me but now am very confident and RUclips just helps me share my realness unfiltered and I love it I pray I get more subscribers and share my wonderful life with everyone.