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

Man pointing to YouTube analytics showing 25.7M views and 413% growth graph.

Mar 9, 2021

6 min read

YouTube Cheat Code Unlocked: How to Track Returning Viewers on Your Channel

Are viewers returning to your YouTube channel to watch more content? Here's how to find out.
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Mar 4, 2021

5 min read

Do This One Thing to Increase YouTube Shorts Views

Did you know that YouTube Shorts get 3.5 billion views each day? Here’s how to snag some of those views as a small cr...
Man holding YouTube Silver Play Button award for 100,000 subscribers with patience text.

Mar 2, 2021

8 min read

7 Beliefs You Need to Have to Grow a YouTube Channel

Growing a YouTube channel requires lots of dedication. Before you start filming, adopt these seven powerful beliefs t...
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Feb 25, 2021

5 min read

3 Reasons to Upload YouTube Shorts Before the Competition Gets Tough

Is it too late to capitalize on the viral nature of YouTube Shorts? No, not yet. But in the coming weeks, it may be h...
Man pointing up with YouTube logo and green growth graph showing 1000 subscribers milestone

Feb 23, 2021

6 min read

Make These 4 YouTube Videos to Get Your First 1,000 Subscribers

If you have less than 1,000 subscribers, this simple strategy will help you grow on YouTube.
Complete guide to YouTube video editing with scissors and audio wave visuals.

Feb 19, 2021

8 min read

How to Use YouTube's Video Editor [2021 Update]

Need to quickly trim a video? Add royalty-free music to set the scene for your content? If so, you're going to need t...
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Feb 11, 2021

5 min read

How to Get Full YouTube Monetization For Your Gaming Videos

Limited monetization on YouTube is no fun. If you're a gaming creator, do these four things to earn as much money as ...
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Feb 9, 2021

6 min read

3 Ways to Find the Best YouTube Video Length

There's no perfect length for a YouTube video. You have to find what works for you, so here are three tips to jumpsta...
Man surprised by YouTube video analytics showing 11.3K views and 420% growth on day 1

Feb 2, 2021

6 min read

How to Get More Views on YouTube in 24 Hours

Twenty-four hours after publishing, this YouTube tool reveals which videos are optimized for success.
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Jan 28, 2021

9 min read

Why It's Not Too Late to Start a YouTube Channel in 2021

It's never too late to start a YouTube channel. If you need proof, just ask these seven creators who've gained thousa...
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Jan 14, 2021

3 min read

YouTube Rolls Out Grant Program for Black Creators

Following a year of anti-racism protests, YouTube is making good on its promise to both fund and celebrate Black crea...
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Jan 13, 2021

6 min read

Google AdSense 101: How to Benefit from Ad Revenue on YouTube

If you take the time to understand how Google AdSense works, you'll be one step closer to making more money on YouTub...