Why Spacing Out Your YouTube Videos Matters
So, you’ve decided to start a YouTube channel and share your creative content with the world. Whether your motivation for this is to have an extra means to make money online or just for fun, Congratulations!
It is advisable that you create 5 to 10 videos first before publishing your first video. But not advisable to publish all of the videos at one go! Before you hit that “Publish” button on all your videos, let’s talk about why spacing out your uploads is essential for your channel’s success.
The Temptation to Upload All at Once
It’s exciting to have a bunch of videos ready to go. You’ve put in the effort, edited like a pro, and now you’re eager to share your content. But hold on! Here’s why you should resist the urge to publish everything simultaneously:
- Competition Within Your Own Channel:
Imagine you upload ten videos at once. They’ll all appear on your channel homepage, competing for attention. Your viewers might feel overwhelmed, and some videos might get lost in the shuffle.
Spacing out your videos allows each one to shine individually. Viewers can focus on one topic at a time, increasing engagement.
2. Subscriber Overload:
If you’re just starting, you might have a modest subscriber count (let’s say one to ten subscribers). Bombarding them with ten videos in a day could be too much.
Gradual releases give your subscribers time to watch, enjoy, and digest your content without feeling overwhelmed.
3. YouTube’s Algorithm:
The YouTube algorithm is a mysterious beast. It’s constantly analyzing user behavior, engagement, and video performance. When you upload multiple videos at once, the algorithm doesn’t treat them as separate entities. Instead, it lumps them together, potentially diluting their impact.
The Art of Spacing
So, how do you strike the right balance? Here’s what you can do:
- Schedule Your Videos:
Use YouTube’s scheduling feature. Upload all ten videos but set release dates spaced out over time. This way, you can maintain consistency without overwhelming your audience.
2. The First Two Weeks Matter:
When you start a channel, those initial weeks are crucial. The algorithm is trying to figure you out. Consistent uploads during this period signal to YouTube that you’re serious about your content.
3. Quality Over Quantity:
Rather than rushing to upload everything, focus on quality. A well-edited, engaging video will attract more viewers. Remember, it’s better to have ten great videos spread out than ten mediocre ones all at once. Mr Beast once said something like “It’s easy to get one million views on a single great video than to get one million views from (say 20) average or low quality videos combined.
Conclusion
In the world of YouTube, patience pays off. Space out your videos, build anticipation, and let your channel grow organically. Your audience — and the algorithm — will thank you for it! 🎥🌟
*Disclaimer: The YouTube algorithm is like a cryptic crossword puzzle. We’re all still figuring it out!* 😉
