This is a compilation of community posts that talk about tools and resources to help you get started on YouTube and take your videos to the next level. FYI Some posts include affiliate links, which mean I may earn if you click and choose to buy something. This is always at no added cost to you, and I appreciate your support if you choose to use my links!

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Get access to 6 thumbnail templates by reaching Level 2!

Get access to 15 high quality thumbnail templates that you can customize in Canva and repurpose as you see fit!

Struggling to pick a YouTube niche? This step-by-step course helps you cut through the noise and find the perfect niche that fits your passion, attracts real viewers, and actually makes money. In just a few hours, you’ll: ✅ Discover what a niche really is (and how to avoid the common mistakes) ✅ Research & validate profitable niches using simple tools ✅ Learn how to stand out even in “saturated” spaces ✅ Walk away with a clear niche and a 90-day content roadmap **New modules added regularly!**

Here is a quick checklist to help you hit everything you need to upload a YouTube video! Refer to this if you are new to making videos, or if you find yourself getting stuck, wondering “what was I supposed to do next?” Remember, this is just to get you started and keep you moving! It is a suggestion, not doctrine. You can add or remove things to your video production process as you see fit and make it your own!

This guide contains a video and checklist that walks you through everything you need to set up your YouTube channel. If you have never created a channel before, start here!

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Watch my CapCut Mobile editing tutorial to learn the basics of video editing! These principles will work whether editing on your phone or on desktop.