Here are 3 simple, powerful, beginner-friendly steps that upcoming YouTubers/creators can use to go viral:
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STEP 1 — HOOK FAST (0–3 Seconds)
Your intro decides if people stay or leave.
Make the first 3 seconds impossible to skip.
Tips:
Start with conflict, surprise, or emotion
(“I can’t believe this just happened…”)
Show the craziest moment FIRST, then rewind (“Here’s how we got here…”)
Use big captions, quick energy, eye contact
Why it works: The algorithm boosts videos that keep people watching.
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STEP 2 — KEEP PEOPLE WATCHING
Retention = VIRAL.
Tips:
Cut out all slow or boring parts
(no long intros, no rambling)
Add jump cuts, zooms, captions, memes, reactions
Always create open loops
(“But I didn’t know what would happen next…”)
Goal:
If viewers watch 50% or more, your video will get pushed.
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STEP 3 — MAKE SHAREABLE CONTENT
Videos go viral when people say:
“Bro, watch this.”
Tips:
Use relatable topics (dating, loyalty tests, funny moments, competition)
Add a twist so it feels NEW
(Example: “I gave strangers $50 to break up with their boyfriend”)
End with something clippable so people repost it on TikTok/IG
Bonus Hacks:
Strong thumbnail = more clicks
Consistency = more chances to hit
Call-to-action: “Watch this ‘til the end…”