Lydia Sweatt is a writer who loves balancing her article/blog time indoors with a healthy dose of nature. She bikes, hikes, and identifies edible plants along the way.

Lydia Sweatt

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Which small YouTube channels grew the fastest in August? Get to know 10 rising creators who make videos about movies, gaming, fitness, and more.

10 Small YouTube Channels that Hit 1,000 Subs FAST [August]

Which small YouTube channels grew the fastest in May? Get to know 10 rising creators who make videos about tech, pets, money, and more.

10 Small YouTube Channels that Hit 1,000 Subs FAST [May]

Darryl covers YouTube growth and creator tools at vidIQ, helping creators understand how to grow their channels. 

When not writing, he’s tending to his farm surrounded by horses, chickens, dogs, and somehow cramming more plants into his garden than it could ever reasonably hold.

Darryl Rentz

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Deleting old YouTube videos does not trigger a penalty, but you permanently lose that video's views, watch time, and rankings. Unlist or private videos instead in most cases, and only delete when content embarrasses you, no longer fits your niche, or attracts the wrong audience.

Should You Delete Old YouTube Videos? When It Helps (and When It Hurts)

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Ready to start reacting on YouTube? This guide covers everything you need to know, from choosing the right equipment to avoiding copyright claims and strikes.

How to Make YouTube Reaction Videos

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YouTube advice typically falls into three categories: Great suggestions, OK suggestions, and flat-out myths. Of all the myths that could hurt your channel, these 12 have the most impact — in a negative way.

12 YouTube Myths that Distract You from Getting More Views

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Do you need help growing a small YouTube channel? Here's some advice to get you back on track while avoiding the most common YouTube mistakes.

4 Mistakes to Avoid if You Have a Small YouTube Channel

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These phenomenal YouTubers got 10,000 subs in just 30 days! Meet 10 rising creators who talk about philosophy, sports, dangerous scams, and more.

10 Small YouTube Channels that Hit 10K Subs [January]

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What makes a good video tutorial? Here's everything you need to know, from choosing a topic to adding the best visual elements for instruction.

How to Create a YouTube Tutorial Video: Full Guide

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New year, new YouTube channel! Here are 9 popular videos every creator should make in their YouTube journey.

Starting a YouTube Channel? 9 Videos to Make Right Now

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They've done it again! 10 creators, who once had small channels, hit 100,000 subscribers on YouTube. Discover who they are and how they blew up so quickly!

10 YouTube Channels that Hit 100K Subs FAST! [December]

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Speaking on camera isn’t always easy, especially on YouTube. Here’s how to engage viewers with your voice, facial expressions, and unique personality.

YouTube Skills: How to Become a Pro at Speaking on Camera

These phenomenal YouTubers got 10,000 subs in just 30 days! Meet 10 rising creators who talk about the human body, fashion, motorcycles, and more.