12 Things you MUST do AFTER Uploading YouTube Videos to Get More Views

Summary

This video outlines 12 simple yet powerful steps that can boost your YouTube channel's reach by 1% with each optimization. While each step may seem minor, when compounded over time, they result in exponential growth. From smart keyword research to using tags, descriptions, and playlists strategically, every small tweak leads to more views. By investing just 70 minutes a week, you can achieve a potential 362x increase in views over a year. Consistency and strategic optimization are key to long-term YouTube success.

Takeaways

• 😀 Consistency matters: Even a 1% improvement per video can lead to exponential growth over a year.
• 😀 Use tags smartly: Tags help YouTube understand your content and connect it with the right audience. Use free tools like VidIQ or TubeBuddy to research keywords.
• 😀 Write descriptive and keyword-rich video descriptions: Incorporate high-performing keywords naturally to improve SEO and help YouTube understand your content.
• 😀 Name your video file strategically: Include keywords in your video file name to further help YouTube categorize your content.
• 😀 Add keywords to your YouTube Channel settings: This improves your channel’s visibility in searches and helps YouTube recommend your content.
• 😀 Utilize chapters in your videos: Adding keywords to chapters enhances discoverability via Google search, increasing the likelihood of your video being recommended.
• 😀 Use end screens and cards strategically: Encourage viewers to watch more of your content by recommending relevant videos through end screens and cards.
• 😀 Leverage playlists: Include videos in playlists to help keep viewers on your channel, and link videos within the description for additional visibility.
• 😀 Pin comments for engagement: Pinning comments helps engage your viewers and brings attention to important aspects of your video.
• 😀 Optimize your video schedule: Scheduling uploads gives YouTube time to index your video and can improve its discoverability by ensuring it is ready for peak viewing times.

Q & A

Why is it important to focus on a 1% improvement in views?

A 1% improvement may seem small, but when compounded over time, it can lead to significant growth. For example, a 1% improvement can result in 70% more views over a year, showing how small changes add up exponentially.

How do video tags help with SEO, and should they still be used?

Although YouTube has reduced the weight of tags in its algorithm, they still help YouTube understand what your video is about. Using the right keywords in your tags can increase your video’s discoverability, so it's still a good practice to use them wisely.

What tools are recommended for keyword research?

VidIQ and TubeBuddy are highly recommended tools for keyword research. They allow you to analyze competitor tags and get keyword suggestions, which are essential for improving your video’s SEO.

How should you incorporate keywords into your video description?

You should naturally integrate high-performing keywords into your video description. The key is to avoid keyword stuffing and instead create readable sentences that describe your video while still helping YouTube understand its content.

What role does naming the video file play in SEO?

Naming your video file something relevant, ideally including your main keywords, helps YouTube understand what your video is about even before it's uploaded. This is another simple yet effective SEO step.

How can adding keywords to your channel settings benefit your YouTube SEO?

Adding keywords to your channel settings helps YouTube find and recommend your channel to viewers searching for similar content. It’s a one-time setup that provides long-term benefits in search discoverability.

Why are video chapters important for SEO?

Video chapters are valuable for both navigation and searchability. When added correctly, they can boost your video’s visibility on Google and YouTube by making specific moments in your video searchable and discoverable.

What is the strategic use of end screens and cards?

End screens and cards are strategic tools that encourage viewers to watch more of your content. By recommending videos that naturally follow the current video, you increase the likelihood of multiple views, which signals to YouTube that viewers are engaged.

How can using playlists in video descriptions improve video performance?

Linking to a playlist in your video description encourages viewers to watch more videos in that playlist, potentially increasing your watch time and improving your video’s overall performance on YouTube.

What is the impact of optimizing video descriptions over time?

You can continue optimizing video descriptions after posting, refining them based on what works. This helps improve the video’s performance as you learn which keywords and content descriptions drive better results.

How does scheduling videos impact their performance?

Scheduling videos allows YouTube to transcribe the video and analyze its content, improving its understanding of the video. Additionally, scheduling 24 hours in advance can give you fresh eyes to review the video and ensure everything is perfect before it goes live.

Why should you focus on YouTube and one other platform rather than spreading efforts across many platforms?

Focusing on YouTube and one other relationship-building platform (like an email list) ensures you're putting energy into platforms where you're most likely to build a loyal audience. Spreading efforts too thin can dilute your resources and slow growth.

What is the importance of consistency in posting and improving by 1%?

Consistency is key in content creation. Posting regularly and improving by just 1% in every video ensures gradual but steady growth. Over time, these small improvements accumulate, leading to significant increases in views and engagement.