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A/B Testing option for Titles & Thumbnails?
Today for the first time YouTube offered me the option of A/B testing. I chose to test titles but not thumbnails. Next time I may make different thumbnails to test. Have any of you tried this option? What feedback did you get?
3 likes • 16h
I have tried it ... I think it was worth it. One thing it confirms is the importance of a strong title!
2 likes • 12h
@Julie JordanScott keep in mind ... it's not YouTube that determines the goodness of a title etc. It's the people — do they respond to it, do they watch?
Video Surging in Views
Hello everyone. Over the past 4 days I've had a video that has begun to pick up a lot of views, almost 1300 the last I looked. I'm curious what to expect if anyone has had similar experiences? Does it flatline for awhile while YT figures stuff out and resurge or does it continue to get pushed out more and more? A friend that I know had a video go viral (it did get her monetized) about 8 months ago and mentioned that her's did not pick up momentum until day 26. What I have noticed since this interest in the video, is that my other videos have begun to surge as well. Any thoughts, tips, etc?
1 like • 16h
Apparently there is a direct correlation to the surge and click rate ... and then how long they stay watching the video. The higher those three come together the more the algo pushes it. And by push I mean the number of impressions it receives. Hitting the sweet spot in all that is 🤯
What's the longest you've ever gone not posting any videos?
I'm hitting 4 weeks now, with a new long form video coming out this weekend. This will be the longest time for me I think and while it's not ideal, I am OK with it. I've been wrestling with a couple of script outline-y thingy's for this and the next video and been tempted to just roll with an outline I had a couple weeks ago but then changed my mind. I've not yet filmed a video I wasn't 100% onboard with so why start now? And of course been enjoying doing group lives so that always fills my cup. What's your longest time without posting any videos and why? PS. Pinched this wall art idea from seeing this video from Peter McKinnon when he was visiting the Epidemic Sound studios! I made it in Canva - let me know if you want a copy and I'll drop it in here.
What's the longest you've ever gone not posting any videos?
3 likes • 7d
@Just Krista interesting observation re: the feeling YouTube baiting creators .... I have felt the same way 🤔
2 likes • 6d
@L T well, it's a thought that has crossed my mind. But reality is there are topics that do seem to do better than others and they seem to be based on audience interest.
YouTube is trialling Direct Messages.
YouTube is running this test in Ireland and Poland at the moment and say this is a highly requested feature. If it goes ahead, people will be able to send clips and chat about them inside the mobile app -like Instagram. It will also scan the messages to ensure community guidelines compliance. Remember they released this in 2017 then scrapped it 2 years later? They haven't revealed what they will name it yet (but what would you name it if you had naming rights???) Can you see yourself using this in a big way?
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4 likes • 14d
@Cas Thompson yeah ... for me I don't see a need for direct messages any further than i have now. If i have reason to have a message with someone, I will send it directly via my chat/email etc I use now
2 likes • 13d
@L T 💥💯
Hello creators❣️
My name is Rozani (Pronounced Rose On Knee) and I thought it would be nice to be a part of Karen’s delightful community. I’m interested in YouTube topics that help our channels grow in visibility. Perhaps I’ll be able to contribute some tidbits that I’ve learned along the way. My channel is @rozanidesignsmasquerade7050 Here’s looking forward to making your acquaintance. 😀
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Creator of What’s Up Boomer YouTube channel. Exploring simple retirement living, legacy storytelling, and what it means to reinvent yourself after 60.

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