Lydia Sweatt

Blog Manager at vidIQ

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.

Posts Written By Lydia Sweatt

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Jun 14, 2023

6 min read

How to Monetize on YouTube Without the Partner Program

Want to monetize your videos without becoming a YouTube partner? Here are five ways to make money with any number of subscribers.
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May 17, 2023

6 min read

6 Emotional Triggers That Unlock Massive YouTube Views

Discover how to use emotional triggers like nostalgia, curiosity, and social proof to dramatically increase your YouTube views and audience engagement.
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May 15, 2023

4 min read

ChatGPT for YouTubers Is Here: How to Use vidIQ’s AI Coach

YouTube doesn't have to be hard. Ask our AI Coach for personalized advice about growing your YouTube channel, 24/7.
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May 1, 2023

5 min read

YouTube Shorts Not Paying the Bills? 4 Solutions to Boost Your Revenue

Shorts barely paying out? Try these 4 proven moves to lift your Shorts RPM, diversify income streams, and turn views into actual money.
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Apr 19, 2023

6 min read

7 Types of YouTube Video Titles That Get Massive Clicks

Want to write better YouTube titles? These 7 ideas are proven to get you more clicks, from the "stop doing this" formula to the “change your life” strategy.
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Apr 6, 2023

5 min read

YouTube Monetization: Which Videos Count Toward 4,000 Hours of Watch Time?

You need 4,000 hours of watch time to monetize your YouTube channel with ads. But did you know these 5 videos will slow you down?
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Mar 28, 2023

6 min read

The Secret Formula for Gaining and Retaining YouTube Subscribers

What's the secret to getting more subscribers, and how do you encourage them to stick around long-term? Click here to find out!
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Mar 22, 2023

5 min read

Ask an AI Coach: 4 Ways to Spice Up Your YouTube Video Titles

What makes a good video title on YouTube? That's what hundreds of creators asked our AI Coach, and it shared some of the best advice we’ve ever seen.
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Mar 16, 2023

7 min read

From Weird to Charming: 10 Unique YouTube Channel Ideas That Actually Worked

How unique does your YouTube channel have to be to get noticed? These 10 channels (ranging from weird to charming) will give you an idea!
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Mar 13, 2023

12 min read

Ask an AI Coach: 19 Popular Questions (and Answers) About Growing on YouTube

What does an AI Coach have to say about growing a YouTube channel? Spoiler alert: almost anything you want to know!
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Feb 27, 2023

5 min read

No More Scrambling: How to Craft a Foolproof YouTube Upload Schedule

Creating an upload schedule leads to consistency, loyalty, and all-around YouTube success. Here’s how to build a content plan for your channel!
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Feb 22, 2023

5 min read

4 Common YouTube Mistakes (and How to Fix Them for Good)

Are you making huge mistakes on YouTube without even knowing it? Here are 4 of the most common ones to watch out for.
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Feb 7, 2023

8 min read

YouTube SEO: How to Optimize Your Videos for Maximum Views

Do you put a lot of effort into making quality YouTube videos? If so, don’t skip the most crucial step in getting your content discovered: YouTube SEO.