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How do you make YouTube thumbnails (without hiring a designer)?
You don't need a budget or a design background to make thumbnails that get clicks. You just need the right tool and a repeatable process.
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How to use YouTube’s audience activity chart to get more views
The heatmap in YouTube Studio is one of the most useful tools for timing your uploads. Here’s how to make sense of what it's actually showing you.
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Why do YouTube views sometimes suddenly drop?
A sudden drop in views can feel alarming, but knowing how to read the signals and what to do next puts you back in control.
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When is the best time to post your videos?
Upload timing can give you a small edge, but for most creators it matters far less than what's actually in the video.
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When should you reach out for your first collaboration?
Having a clear, respectful approach before you send that first message makes a bigger difference than the size of your channel.
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Is buying followers worth it for creators?
Paying for followers might look like a shortcut to social proof, but here's why they might actually harm your channel.
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Should you post your short-form content on every platform?
Being across TikTok, Reels and Shorts can feel like the obvious move, but the right answer depends on your content and where your audience actually lives.
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Should you revive an old YouTube channel or start a new one?
The right choice usually comes down to how closely your new videos match what people subscribed for the first time.
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Are AI thumbnails putting viewers off your videos?
AI can speed up your thumbnail workflow, but it only works if you bring the creative thinking too.
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Should you keep Shorts and long-form videos on the same YouTube channel?
Here’s how to present your content in a way that’s easy for your audience to understand without things getting messy.
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How do you manage comments and DMs as your audience grows?
A full inbox is a sign your community is thriving, so here's how to stay present without it taking over your day.
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Will AI-written descriptions hurt your channel growth?
AI can save you time, but the bigger question is whether it will help or harm your views.
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Why is it so hard to monetise an engaged audience?
Work out how to turn engagement into income without feeling like your content needs to become a sales pitch.
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Is it worth making short versions of your long videos?
Figure out if short versions are a smart way to widen your reach, or a format that will never feel like you.
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Why do some YouTube videos get pushed and others stall?
Learn what causes certain videos to get more views and try these 5 practical steps to improve your first 60 seconds and keep people watching.
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How do you get real feedback on your videos?
Take the guesswork out of what you can fix in your videos by turning vague comments into specific, usable next steps.