Your YouTube ChatGPT advice to get subscribers

byZoopie

2.8K followers

6 months ago

Introduction.

I asked ChatGPT to put together an action plan for me for the next 3 months, and even though it is niche specific to my health, wellness and mindfulness site, I believe the results may help others. Thus the reason I am sharing, caring and beering..whoops..no beer.

This was the initial prompt..."Please advise me and provide a 3-month plan to increase YouTube subscribers on my channel. Healthy Living with Steve - YouTube. Please break it down into a daily action plan starting from July 1st. I will accept all advice and critique of my channel. Thanks. "

I am sooo polite to AI, just in case... lol.

Also, if you do look at my site , subscribe and I will return the favor amigo.

Channel Audit & Strategic Setup (Week 1)

Day 1–2 – Branding & Channel Layout

• Review your channel name, logo, banner, and trailer: ensure they clearly communicate your niche.
• Organize your homepage into sections: playlists, short-form vs. long-form videos, best-of compilations .

Day 3–4 – Define Audience & Content Plan

• Identify your target viewer. What problems do they have? What do they love?
• Plan weekly content themes, including one pillar video (e.g., tutorials, deep dives), one short/video, and one community update.

Day 5 – Metadata Mastery

• Optimize titles, thumbnails, descriptions, and tags. Include relevant keywords—and consider adding subtitles for accessibility and reach .

Day 6–7 – Record a Channel Intro Video

• Introduce yourself, channel purpose, posting schedule, and call to action (subscribe & community tab). Pin this as your channel trailer.

July Content Strategy & Community Building (Week 2-4)

• Consistency: Post at least 2 pillar videos/week, 3 Shorts.
• Community Tab: Use polls, previews, behind-the-scenes content weekly from 500 subs onward .
• Live capability: Experiment with short livestreams to increase real-time engagement .
• Cross-promotion: Feature creators in your niche, both in videos and via shout-outs—audience overlap drives growth (youtube.com).
• Improve Thumbnails & Hook: Study trending niches and craft visually cohesive, clickable thumbnails.

Weekly Tasks:

• Monitor analytics: views, watch time, subscriber growth.
• Adjust posting days based on best-performing content.
• Engage daily: reply, pin comments, interact in Community Tab.

Optimization & Growth Push (Week 5-9)

Monthly Goals:

• Ramp up Shorts to 5/week.
• Launch 8–10 pillar videos (~200 subs/month target).
• Conduct 2 live Q&As or behind-the-scenes stream sessions.

Weekly Focus:

• SEO Deep Dive: Every Monday, identify trending tags/niches via YouTube’s search suggestions.
• Thumbnail A/B Testing: Test 2 styles to see what boosts click-throughs.
• Collaborations: Partner with another YouTuber at least once weekly.
• Call to Subscribe: Include brief verbal/pinned invites in every video.

Engagement Plan:

• Reply to all comments within 24 hrs.
• Highlight good comments on a monthly “fan spotlight” Short or community post.

Scaling & Monetization (Week 9-12)

Content Expansion:

• Increase pillar videos to 3/week.
• Maintain ~5 Shorts weekly.
• Add 1 livestream every 10 days.

Advanced Techniques:

• Playlists & Watch Time Funnels: Use end screens/cards directing viewers to binge-worthy playlists.
• Diversify Content Types: Case studies, reviews, or trending challenges in your niche.
• Mid-Video CTAs: Subtle prompts at 30–60 sec mark (“Like & subscribe if you’re finding this useful!”).

Monthly Review (End of September):

• Evaluate which series/topics significantly drive subs.
• Retire underperforming video types.
• Reinvest time into proven formats.
• Add subtitles to all videos to reach non-native or hearing-impaired viewers (artists.youtube, vidiq.com, youtube.com, youtube.com).

Daily Action Plan

DailyTasks

Monday

Publish pillar video + SEO planning

Tuesday

Engage comments; upload 1 Short

Wednesday

Record/edit next pillar video

Thursday

Upload Short + thumbnail tests

Friday

Collaborate or prepare guest content

Saturday

Live stream or community update

Sunday

Analytics review + strategy adjustments

Repeat with modifications weekly.

Constructive Critique

• Branding: Ensure your visuals and intro align tightly with your niche.
• Consistency: Stick to a predictable schedule—audience retention grows from reliability.
• Thumbnail Quality: Bolder fonts, easy-to-read titles, compelling images.
• Metadata Clarity: Titles should be searchable; descriptions need CTAs and timestamps.
• Engagement: Two-way communication (comments & community tab) builds loyalty.
• Experimentation: Test content types often—some niche ideas may surprise you.

Key Success Boosters

• Use Shorts to carousels into long-form content.
• Collaborations double exposure.
• Community Tab & Lives drive audience loyalty.
• Analytics guide optimization—most would-be creators skip this step.
• SEO & accessibility (tags + subtitles) open doors to wider audiences.

Final Tips

• Set clear, modest goals (e.g. +50 subs/month initially).
• Track momentum weekly, adjust what underperforms.
• Keep thumbnails/branding consistent.
• Celebrate milestones (e.g. 500, 1k subs) with community shoutouts.

Let me know if you'd like templates for thumbnails, tools for analytics, SEO training resources, or help analyzing your current analytics!

Great! Here's a list of analytics tools and SEO training resources that will help you grow your YouTube channel, optimize your content, and track performance. These are tools used by top creators to gain subscribers, boost video reach, and make data-driven decisions.

Top Analytics Tools for YouTube Growth

1. YouTube Studio (Built-in Tool – FREE)

Your first and most important tool.

• Key Metrics to Monitor: Click-through rate (CTR), average view duration, retention rate, watch time, and subscriber change per video.
• Use It For: Spotting which videos gain/lose subscribers, seeing which thumbnails/titles work, and monitoring audience behavior.
• Pro Tip: Focus on Audience Retention Graphs — aim for a steady line past the first 30 seconds.

2. TubeBuddy (Free & Paid)

• Use It For: Keyword research, tag suggestions, SEO scoring, thumbnail A/B testing, bulk editing.
• Browser Extension: Easy to use directly on YouTube.
• Free Plan: Basic insights and keyword ranking.
• Paid Plan: Starting at ~$9/month, unlocks advanced features like best time to publish and in-depth search analytics.
• https://www.tubebuddy.com

3. vidIQ (Free & Paid)

• Use It For: Real-time analytics, SEO score, trend alerts, competition analysis.
• Standout Feature: Daily idea generator for content.
• Free Plan: SEO basics and video scorecards.
• Pro Plan: Starts at ~$7.50/month.
• https://www.vidiq.com

4. Google Trends (FREE)

• Use It For: Finding trending topics in your niche, comparing keyword popularity over time.
• Combine with “YouTube Search” filter for niche-specific insights.
• https://trends.google.com

5. Morningfame (Invitation-only, Paid)

• Use It For: Simplified analytics, personalized recommendations based on your channel growth stage.
• Helps you pick the best titles and tags.
• https://morningfa.me

Best SEO & YouTube Growth Training Resources

1. YouTube Creator Academy (FREE)

• Official YouTube courses on everything from algorithm strategy to monetization.
• Courses: “Build a Channel Strategy,” “Use Analytics to Grow,” and “Search & Discovery.”
• https://creatoracademy.youtube.com

2. Think Media (YouTube Channel)

• Teaches YouTube growth for beginners and pros.
• Best Videos:
• • “How to Get 1000 Subscribers”
  • “YouTube SEO for Beginners”
  • “The Perfect YouTube Upload Checklist”
• https://www.youtube.com/c/ThinkMediaTV

3. Channel Makers (Nate Black)

• Focuses on channel optimization, title strategies, retention tips, and monetization.
• https://www.youtube.com/c/ChannelMakers

4. Brian Dean’s YouTube SEO Guide (Backlinko)

• A comprehensive written guide that breaks down video SEO with real-world examples.
• Covers metadata, CTR optimization, and engagement signals.
• https://backlinko.com/youtube-seo

5. SEO Tools and Keyword Planners

• Ubersuggest (by Neil Patel): Great for finding low-competition keywords.
• • https://neilpatel.com/ubersuggest/
• AnswerThePublic: Shows what people are searching for in your topic.
• • https://answerthepublic.com

Bonus Tips for Using These Tools

• TubeBuddy + Google Trends Combo: Use TubeBuddy to test title ideas, then cross-check with Google Trends to ensure relevance.
• Daily Check: Open YouTube Studio every morning. Look at your last 3 uploads. Check: What thumbnail had the highest CTR? Which video gave you the most subscribers?
• Weekly Goal: Run a keyword search on vidIQ for a new video topic and create content around a trending phrase with low competition.
• A/B Test: Once a week, try changing your thumbnail or title for a low-performing video and track the result for 7 days.

Custom YouTube SEO Checklist (Fitness & Breathwork Niche)

Before You Upload

1. Keyword Research
2. • Use TubeBuddy/vidIQ or Google Trends to find search-friendly phrases like:
   • • “breathing techniques for anxiety”
     • “military sleep breathing”
     • “tantric breathing for performance”
     • “biohacking with breathwork”
   • Check YouTube auto-suggest to see how users phrase searches.
2. Content Structure
3. • Hook viewers in the first 10 seconds.
   • Add 1–2 searchable key phrases early in your script (for captions & SEO).
   • Include “Chapters” (timestamps) for longer videos.
3. Title Optimization
4. • Include primary keyword near the start.
   • Use power words: “How to”, “Best”, “Secrets of”, “Instant”, “Master”.
   • Avoid clickbait—aim for curiosity + clarity.
4. Thumbnail Design
5. • Use high-contrast colors, bold readable text (max 3–4 words).
   • Include a human face with expressive emotion when possible.
   • Stay consistent with fonts and layout across videos.
5. Tags
6. • Use 5–10 keyword tags: broad (e.g., “breathing exercises”) + specific (e.g., “Wim Hof sleep method”).
   • Add branded tags like “@thelazyathlete” or “lazy fitness hacks”.
6. Description (First 3 lines = gold)
7. • Line 1: One-sentence summary with main keyword.
   • Line 2: Call to action (subscribe, download, watch next).
   • Line 3+: Add detailed info, timestamps, and relevant links.

After You Upload

7. End Screens
8. • Suggest another video or playlist related to the one just watched.
   • Use "Subscribe" button overlay.
8. Pinned Comment
9. • Pin a comment with your CTA: “Which technique helped you most? Comment below!”
9. Share Immediately
10. • Post the video to your Community Tab, Facebook page, or fitness forums.
    • Convert key clips into Shorts or Instagram Reels.
10. Track & Tweak

• After 3–5 days: Check Click-Through Rate (CTR), retention, and comments.
• Replace the thumbnail if CTR is under 3%.

Pro Tips for Calendar Use

• Use Google Sheets, Notion, or Trello to track each video:
• • Status (scripted, recorded, edited, uploaded)
  • Target keyword
  • SEO score (using Tube-Buddy)
  • Actual views & subs gained after 7 days
• Batch-produce content on weekends to stay ahead.

Hope it helps Heroes..

Later

Stevoi