Dan got his start on YouTube in August of 2011, recording gameplay videos as a fun hobby while attending school for video production. Joining the vidIQ team in 2020 allowed Dan to combine his hobby and professional talents to now help others grow their own YouTube channels.

Dan Carson

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Gaming is a tough YouTube niche to be in. In this episode of TubeTalk, we discuss how Sopo Squad Gaming did the unthinkable and grew their channel to almost 1 million subscribers.

How to Get 875K YouTube Subscribers Like Sopo Squad Gaming

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Keeping your YouTube channel in good standing takes careful consideration. In this episode of TubeTalk, we discuss common legal mistakes every content creator should avoid. 

8 Legal Mistakes to Avoid as a YouTube Creator

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Building a film studio at home is tricky. Presenting on camera is even harder. In this episode of TubeTalk, an expert at video production explains how to master both tasks.

7 Tips to Create YouTube Videos That Look and Sound Good

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We've seen creators grow their channels with short, vertical videos. It worked for them, but will it work for you?

Will YouTube Shorts Benefit Your Channel? Ask Yourself One Question to Find Out

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Slow and steady wins the race. That's true about most things in life, and expanding your YouTube community is no different.

How to Expand Your YouTube Community Without Burning Out

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Can you get 40k subscribers on YouTube in just 10 months? While nothing's guaranteed, these five tips from 100 Percent Zelda may help.

5 Tips to Get 40k YouTube Subscribers Like This 'Zelda' Creator

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Filming and uploading videos is just one way to grow a YouTube channel. If you want to nurture a community that keeps expanding, don't forget about YouTube's Community tab.

YouTube's Community Tab Is Your Super Secret Weapon for Channel Growth

Liron Segev, aka TheTechieGuy, is the Director of Customer Success at vidIQ, an internationally celebrated Digital YouTube Strategist working with some of the largest brands and YouTube influencers in the world. Over the past 20+ years, his work has taken him to South Africa, the UK, and the US where he frequently speaks at conferences and provides expert tech commentary for various print publications, radio, and TV while actively running his Tech YouTube Channel.

Liron Segev

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If you want to grow your brand beyond YouTube, this episode of TubeTalk is for you. You'll learn the importance of genuine community growth, how to build a team, and where the best product ideas come from.

How to Take Your Brand Beyond YouTube and Build a Successful Business

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The best movies and TV shows captivate their audience with engaging storytelling. On this episode of TubeTalk, learn to do the same with your YouTube content.

How Mastering the Art of Storytelling Can Transform Your YouTube Content

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On this episode of TubeTalk, we're all about what makes an outstanding YouTube custom thumbnail.

5 Tips for a Winning YouTube Custom Thumbnail

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Find out what worked on YouTube in 2020 and what strategies creators need to focus on in 2021.

YouTube in Review: Insights from 2020 & Strategies for 2021

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YouTube has a playground of analytics and data for creators, but which 5 metrics are the most important? Find out on this episode of TubeTalk.

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