If You're Not Doing This, People Will LEAVE Your Videos EARLY
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- Опубліковано 17 вер 2023
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Howdy howdy everyone! What are you working on this week?
Also what the heck is with the clicking sound?! Turns out it was my headphone (the one dangling) hitting the desk in front of me. My apologies. If only I wasn’t moving around so much 😂
Going to be making content & streaming The First Descendant
I am working on a video about horse leg anatomy.
Immediately after that a video on how to hold your drawing tools, important but I'm also pivoting.
Crochet Baby Steps, here I come!
BTW the word you were looking for I'll bet is gesticulating....if it's helpful and accurate, lol.
Were you using the mic on that for this video?
Working on a video on continuity. Putting a good amount of edits into it. Should be interesting. Then a video for people applying to grad schools and how a single recommendation letter from the wrong person can ruin your life.
I had 50 subs when I started watching you Nate! And now look I’m almost achieving 1000 subs.🎉 thanks to you for advice and prop to me for not giving up!❤
You’ve just got another! I’m at a similar point, scrambling to hit 1000 🙏
@soggybawsmoto here i give back too 😂❤
Wow that’s great congratulations 🎉
I know I’m 2 months behind but same here! Congrats on hitting 1000 😁
Nate is such a great guy! So much advice and help in one video🙏🏻🙏🏻!
I recorded a whole video yesterday and found my mic was not transmitting audio to my camera. You are going to make mistakes, we are human. Don't let it stop you from achieving your goals!
Did that last week, and had the opposite a few days ago. Luckily I livestreamed both cases, so UA-cam had a backup I could try to piece together the missing parts. Videos were saved, if not lower quality. Best thing to do is roll with the punches everyone!
Done that a few times.
Been there, done that more times than I want to admit. lol
I made a YT where’s I flew to Norway, (expensive). My trip in airplane sound very bad/unusable. Very sad. Aloha
I once recorded a series of videos in a batch only to realise at the end that my zoom recorder's card was full and I had to use the camera audio instead. It even happened that I thought I hit record on the cam and it was not recording. Had to redo the video haha These things just help be better at what we do.
In the beginning, I was talking to a camera. Now, I am talking to friends - people I have come to know from my chats and comments. It has made a big difference.
I wish UA-cam gurus would show a range of ways to perform that work. Yes high energy works for a young audience but there’s lots of examples where slower paced works too. But we wouldn’t know it if only looking to gurus for advice. Content is more important than high energy in most cases.
Nate, thanks so much for this! I received a negative comment on one of my videos recently, which was to the effect of, "I'm afraid your channel will never take off because your personality is extremely unpleasant, condescending, off-putting and arrogant." After wondering why someone would take time out of their busy day to tell a complete stranger something like that, I put it behind me but I can't help but have a nagging fear about how I come across on camera. You've confirmed here, with evidence, what I have originally thought just on intuition, that "be yourself, only more so" is the way to go. Thanks for the boost in confidence.
What I love about this genre of UA-cam is that as you’re learning new pieces of advice about being a better creator you can see them using their own points indirectly in their own content. So advice you heard a week or two ago you’re continually getting more examples of it down the line.
Just an example is that always having something exciting coming is one of those factors in making people want to subscribe and the end of this video just hit that with elegance.
High engery is not what a lot of people are on UA-cam for. I find it exhausting especially when it just doesn't fit. There are channels that I used to watch that I can't anymore because the pace induces anxiety. A peaceful morning garden tour doesnt work with the same kind of energy as this video for example.
Really good point! High energy isn’t the only factor to measure interesting personality or delivery. I’ve found it to be valuable for many channels, but it’s definitely not the first thing for a lot of others.
(And anxiety? I’m looking at YOU MrBeast 😂)
This is why I have some videos where I give high energy, and some where I'm more mellow. I get drained fast, and some videos do excite me for energy because of the content, others are more lore base and require a more normal tone. It balances energy out better.
Exactly! My followers often comment that it’s the peaceful feeling and calm presence that they like the most. I think a lot has to do with the niche you’re in..
His main point isn’t necessarily to have higher energy in videos, but to be a more authentic and better version of yourself (which sometimes means giving what feels like 110% but is seen as 90% on camera).
A great analogy for this situation is presenting yourself to someone new versus knowing someone for a few years. You *might* have higher energy around someone you know, but you are definitely more authentically yourself without a mask.
The creators at 2:20 and 8:05 for example aren’t necessarily just higher energy. We see an openness to embrace aspects of themselves on camera, and much of their personality from their first video is still carried with them to their recent videos.
When I think of anxiety inducing, I think of Alex Hormozi. Can't watch his videos anymore because of the pace. I wonder if this fast pace that's popular right now is because of TikTok and other short-form content messing with people's attention spans. I think we might see a move away from this trend on UA-cam as more people get sick of it. 🤔
As a UK person born and raised: poking fun at the tea thing is fine. Encouraged, even!
So glad you took the time to address this Nate. So many UA-cam advice channels don't touch on the "performance / personality" in the videos. Thank you for taking a step back from the numbers, and the cameras, and actually talk about the PERSON.
so true!
This realization is actually what got me to start streaming a couple of years ago. I had seen an early video of a creator and noticed how awkward they were and realized that the only way you stop being awkward (which is what I really, really wanted for myself at that point) is practicing letting yourself just be yourself! And if I compare myself on camera now to how I was 2 years ago, yeah, it totally makes a difference.
Nate, thanks for talking about so many of these soft skills that it seems no other UA-cam guru talks about! We learn so much about the tactics, but it's easy to forget we must be in love with our topic, our niche, our audience, and be authentic to ourselves. And that's the missing ingredient for so many of us. I really appreciate & resonate with your philosophy, and keep the awesome content coming!
Actually I am soooo authentic I should have thousands of subscribers if this worked. It still boils down to the algorhythm. Sad but true.
@@SonetLandman Well, it boils down to all of them put together: authenticity is one important ingredient
All UA-camrs
Don’t give up you’re near to your success zone
Be consistent and upload quality content and also be strategic that’s all
Thank you 🙏
I think this can be really a personal thing about what we think is engaging rather than sometimes a bit much. We need to be ok with that. We can’t all be everyone’s cup of tea.
I know sometimes I can be too loud and bouncy for some people and other times people love it.
So it’s good that you broke it down, you didn’t say she was engaging because she was bubbly or moved a lot, you broke it down to movement but returning eye contact etc.
It’s not easy to find your natural state on camera 😊, it takes time
Exactly!
Great video Nate. Yes, us Brits certainly drink a lot of tea ☕️🫖
Hahahahha the spiffin Brit is great. Also, the energy thing sounds similar to what something Hillier Smith quoted from Steve Hullfish: “the energy of a video can’t always be a 10, you need peaks and valleys and dynamics within the action itself.”
I always appreciate the perceptive nature of your content. Reducing things down to the ridiculous and structuring from there is a fantastic way to build something of value. Thanks for all the value you bring!
I appreciate that! 🎉
Just gave a like. This really spoke to me!! in my industry, everything just seems so fake for lack of better words. Like I want to turn off videos from people in my niche. So what does that say about it? I actually started being a lot more casual talking in my shorts when I make outfits. And my views and followers have been increasing. I’m trying to be more myself and find myself. I’m just not a person that’s super sarcastic. I’m a mom of four under 7 and I’m gonna have a fifth child in five weeks. So I don’t have the energy to be funny etc . It’s been interesting trying to find ways to make myself stand out. I’m almost 2 years in and sometimes it gets really hard. I really appreciate your content
Sipping a cuppa tea while watching from UK😊 I started my channel a month ago, so at the moment the differences are subtle, more like twilight and evening😂. Great channel! Lovely to read the encouraging comments!
I love your videos Nate, and they are so helpful! Could you make a video showing your whole process from idea to filming, showing how you make scripts, and go through the flow of your b roll shots? I really need to get a better work flow with planning out everything, and would love to see how you do this. Thanks for taking the time to make these awesome videos for us, and I’m stoked to be a part of your channel in the early days before you blow up!
Another gem of a video, this is the type of insight you can't find anywhere else.
I was a theater kid and the, "It's better to tell you to dial it back than to you be flat" is such good advice.
This is my favorite video of yours Nick. I love how you gave me exactly what I wanted when I clicked, and then MORE when you analyzed multiple channels in depth instead of just one.
I have been binging your videos again, the past two days, and I have missed you so much!😂 thanks for giving real ideas to Contant creators. I am struggling right now with transitioning from travel vlogs to more hybrid educational content. You’re just a breath of fresh air. Thanks!
I hate that I've been waiting and hoping for a new nate video but yay
My first video compared to my last one is day and night! I couldn’t believe I was that boring 😂
I’ve been trying to implement your advice in my videos and I feel like it has definitely helped. In 8 months I’ve been able to build a great community. I’ve made genuine friends that have supported me in my journey and continue to support me. I joined the UA-cam partner program this month and you played a huge part in making that happen in 8 months. Thank you so very much for all you do for us. We appreciate you Nate!
This was one of the single most helpful videos I have watched on this subject. My biggest problem on UA-cam has always been "being real Chad" and not just on camera Chad. Something about the way you presented the content here, resonated well with me. Can't wait to get to work on the next video now.
I’m consistently impressed with your content Nate, and I hope everyone here meets and exceeds their UA-cam goals!
WOW this is my 2nd comment because at the end of the video I feel lucky to have seen it. Your explanations help (at least me) understand para-social relationships better. The way you talked about it made me logically see that people aren't ever going to be magnetically attracted to someone whose delivery has no distinguishing personality so that kind of delivery (like the first videos) will not attract people accurately enough for viewers to feel they have a relationship with you. (i'll accept my award for longest run on sentence now.)
It's so true. My favorite channels are those whose creators I like. Apparently UA-cam isn't that different from books and movies. We tend to value stories whose characters we become attached to.
For me, recording myself is quite a challenge. I still feel awkward about this. It's funny, because until now I was standing on the other side of the camera and trying to relax the person being photographed 🤣
You always walk the talk! Last week you were talking not to do the old style outros, and you demonstrated how to get audience curious this week. Thank you! Keep up your good work Nate!
You have done an incredible job!! Yes I agree...the more comfortable the more your audience will be prone to stay an give u a shot as well as stay! I have done this an have seen the difference in myself from when I first started to now! Truly remarkable how much looking back that your videos are able to tell you about yourself! Hope that makes sense? 😂
Great examples, Nate! Also you're getting so good at these surprise video endings, they always make me smile :D
Thank you so much for this video, I actually reflect back on when I would give public talks and I know that part of the kept them engaging was the energy that I would show through my movement. Some thing that I don’t often do in my channel since I’m sitting and talking. So thank you for giving me that first example that I think is inspiration. Your channel is awesome. It’s exciting to see you back and growing a lot.
For some of us, it's like a tough 30 step process and for others they can get there pretty quickly because they are already confident, outspoken and dynamic. Good stuff!
It still comes down to the UA-cam algorhythm lottery. I cannot be more me and yet nothing happens. Guess my age counts against me.
Really appreciate your content, Nate! This is something I find myself struggling with often when talking in front of a camera and this video has been super helpful for me as I look to improve moving forward.
Active breakdowns of videos is fantastic, providing proof-of-concept and gets away from overly heady / theoretical stuff. Thank you. Thank you. thank you. Keep it up, Dr. Black.
Absolutely. You can have the best thumbnails, catchiest title, best editing, etc. But if you don't have the best content, you still will not find a large audience.
I think the “be you, more” is important. Lots of people here bring up that high energy channels are draining, but spiffing Brit is a good example because he has a chill, but still interesting tone and speech pattern
That early Mark Rober Video is actually really encouraging. It shows the importance of just starting, keep improving, and honing your craft. Thanks Nate!
Wow, this is weirdly eye opening!
I've always known my strength and what makes me interesting, but I've never actually put out any content that really dove deep into that interesting part of me. I've just been trying what other people are doing.
After this, I'll definitely remind myself to be more me in my content. Thank you, your videos are always helpful!
The information your covering is awesome, given me alot to think about for my videos and how Im wanting to move forward. And your "be you more" of all the days to hear that today I really really needed it so thank you
It’s funny- often in recording I feel like I’m brining across my energy and excitement about a subject, then I actually watch the footage and it was way flatter than I envisioned! I definitely have to feel like “this is way too much energy” in order to land at what I’m actually going for! 😅
This video I think will help me tremendously. Basically what I've gathered is just to be me and let my guard down and be the outgoing person that I am and don't be afraid to show it! 😊
In the analytics section, it said that there was a content shortage for shorts on “Toddler trucks and cars learning” and “real trucks for toddlers”, so I’m working on making a short for each letter of the alphabet with vehicles that start with that letter. It’s not really taking off like I hoped, though. I’m also trying to watch all of your videos and apply things to my channel. All of that will obviously take longer than a week. 😂
I like the energy that I bring. I like that I don’t feel the need to do my hair, makeup, or wear styling clothes in my videos. I like my passion and dedication. I don’t like how I hyper focus and become grouchy when interrupted. I don’t like how I let a lot of things go by the wayside because I’m so fixated on creating content. I don’t like how bad I am at animation, editing, etc. My favorite part about me is my love for learning, I just wish I was better at applying what I learn.
Thanks again for your helpful videos! I hope I can get a consultation with you one day (in the distant future since I can’t currently afford it and you have no openings anyway, lol.)
You aren't alone for sure. I neglect stuff when overly focused and I too dislike my editing skills. I do kids cartoons also (but on a different channel)
0:50 Hello I am here to disgust you! Haha no but in all seriousness. This is a topic I spent a tons of thoughts on because I was diagnosed with Aspergers a few years ago and that unfortunately comes with communication struggles. Especially in women it's often undiagnosed for longer because women are better in coping with it and "pretend" everything is okay. So switching into the "creator mode" is something I do fairly easy these days. But it doesnt come without consequences. I cant do on cam content because its too exhausting and after making videos or doing streams my brain is basically pudding.
Hard truths!! Love this, going to be mindful from here out!
Been creating daily videos for a year now and stumbled across you for the first time Nate. This is really great wisdom. I'm gonna dig through your back videos and I subscribed.
Welcome! Glad you’re here Guy
I feel like it's more nuanced than "showing your interest in your video topic". I think it comes down to audience type as well. My niche is toys/action figures and a lot of the other creators in my niche have very big personalities, but I've personally found their videos difficult to watch because of that. The type of personality(like mine) that collects action figures tends to shy away from extroverts. We don't like being asked if we need help when we are in a store. We often don't want to be in the limelight. While I do consider myself an introvert, I have some extroverted tendencies too(hence creating a channel in the first place). So when I started my channel my plan was to create one with a more calming energy so a lot of times I do come off like some of the examples of the "before" that you gave, but I've had people tell me that they like the chill vibe I'm attempting to create. And they like it because they are also tired of the "big personality" types of some of the other creators in my niche.
you're endings and the rabbit hole gets me every time😌
Loved this one Nate - you're an inspiration and every video you put out lets me lift me own game. Bravo!
As a newer UA-camr, talking on camera with more inflection, energy, etc is def something I need to work on.
Thanks for the helpful video, but now I'm paranoid people are annoyed with my videos, lol.
I wouldn’t worry about it. If you’re having fun that matters more
I am struggling with the same issue. The minute I start trying to record myself in front of camera I forget everything what I was going to say. My friends said don’t worry about talking to camera it will come to you at the right time. It’s more yo me to be relax and focus rather than show myself and look ldimensional
Guys, I had a 1-1 consultation with Nate last week. The client at 8:27 is me!!! lol. I am so honored to have made it into the list! I already started implementing some of the points we discussed.
If you have not checked Nate's website, do it! The consultation was the best money I have spent on youtube training!
As I told Nate, his willingness to help, his excellent advice and HIS PERSONALITY are the reason why I have no doubt this channel will continue to blow up!
Thank you! You always give such great HUMAN advice, and of course that's what I'm here for: UA-cam advice. BUT there are 1000's of channels out there offering this very thing, so what makes you stand out? YOUR PERSONALITY! You are one of the few channels I will always pay attention to, as YOU are YOU, and YOU do YOU so well - it's inspiring, so thank you for just being YOU and encouraging us to do the same!
I've been thinking about finally showing my face in my videos despite me being quite shy and introverted. And believe this or not, it is a HUGE thing for me! Also I've came to realize not showing my face keeps me from making the content I want. There is only so much you can do without. Your tips were great and while I know I won't be able to implement them all at once I do hope I'll get better with time. Thanks Nate!
I already knew what you shared but hearing it again made something click. Appreciate your content, thank you! Congrats on your next phase 🙌🏿!
GREAT video. I can barely watch my own early videos because they are so low key conversational. These days, I jump into it going full throttle with each take. As you say, you can can always dial it back.
Nate your lighting is soooo much more flattering. Nice one.
Golden advice today Nate! I was starting to lose enthusiasm for my channel - this video has me excited again! My viewers need me! Thank you!👍👍
I tried making a word-to-word script before filming my video yesterday (like most youtubers suggest) and my experience was horrible. I was not reading it, although it put pressure on my delivery and I found myself feeling not natural at all and even stuck up! I'm still glad I tried, as time goes I know I'll find the way that works best for me. Up to now it's creating a layout plan of my video w. bullet points, that's how I truly show my colors through the screen :)
I just stumbled on your comment and this was my experience too! I tried scripting word for word and it was awful😅
I now use a simple layout and bullet points and I feel less pressure when filming.
Thank you so much Nate! You are super fun to watch and you make youtube seem really easy! 😂💛
Thank you Nate, I really needed this encouragement boost!
LOVE this and so fun to see those different growth trajectories and also be reminded of the hard work and consistency that it took to get there! Fabulous!
"Be you, MORE!" - love it! Thanks for the burst of creator inspiration this morning!
The only thing I don't like about your channel is that just before I exclaim "What am I doing?!" orrrr "Why didn't I think of this?!" I normally facepalm myself so hard that it hurts & leaves big red marks on my forehead. This was another one of those, dammit. Ouch. If you could please refrain from producing content containing such common-sense suggestions & advice, it would be a huge help to my complexion. Not that that matters. But seriously, this is really, really good stuff. Delivery? Check. Energy? Check. Presentation? Check. Info? Value? Check. Check.
Great job! Terrific channel. Thanks once again for all your efforts!
I have certainly seen your personality more since you started this channel. Thank you for being you more ! 😉
I think openness with ourselves in front of a camera is one of the most difficult things to do. I'm almost at 100 videos published on my channel and I'm still trying to figure out how to do it properly..
Your tips are so inspiring, as always! Thanks for what you do Nate!🥰
For any Minecrafters, Hermicraft isn't just for good builds and outrageous projects. Each member has their own sense of personality which is one reason we watch.
Thanks Nate, I think I definately need to work on the "personality". My first channel did pretty good but turned into a utility channel. Just started posting on my new channel 3 weeks ago, 5.5K views but pretty low retention. Thank you for all you do!
Be You “more” I really like that. I’ve been putting off practicing speaking but it’s time to take that leap. Thanks for the inspiration. It’s Sunday 19th Nov, I commit to improving
Thank you Nate, excellent video. It's time to dial that energy up in my videos! Keep up the superb work. Cheers!
Great video Nate ! What we forget is that the people we admire were also bad at it at first and it’s totally normal!
Always enjoy your videos Nate, no exception here. Thanks for the great info!
I struggle still after 2.5 years been on camera and do voiceover but yesterday I had a eureka moment and was so relaxed with myself that my real see could be truly heard and i even shared a joke with my viewer. And surprisingly my video is doing well No 1 of 10 that the 2nd video this year the managed to do this. Thanks Nate for validating my thoughts.
This is very true
Small channels are lacking energy of which the view can easily notice. My friends told me this about my channel but I didn't take them seriously.
Your voice tone is of that Jim Rhon
This video came in the right time, I am currently working on this when doing voice overs, as it's hard. But seeing that other people had this experience too and evolved gives me hope and makes me want to keep going.
Love it, thanks so much for this insight. So much to take away from this one 👏
So much value in one video! 🔥 I always look forward to your content 🎉. Thank you for constantly dropping gems upon gems! Your strategies have helped me on my channel. Thank you 🙏🏽
You have so much charisma, it's incredible!
I loved the cut where you just see your hands saying “be you, more!”
I am really liking your videos here. Thank you!
I really needed to hear this! Thank you 👍
I’ve got some serious energy and confidence by nature, but Night and day difference between video 1 and video 8. You’re my officially go to in this UA-cam game. Super relatable and extremely nerdy, just like me Bahah
Hey Nate I've watched a little bit of Channel Makers on and off but this video really resonated on a deep level! I think a lot of my videos fall in that "high energy but flat" category! I often say my music is "bangers only"! Thanks for the videos
Duuuude!! That end has me bouncing off the wall wanting more! This video didn't even feel like it was long because I was so engaged as well. And yeah, I have noticed that I need to ramp up my personality but It's soooo against my nature so I'm going to have to come out of my shell eventually.
Thank you. I appreciate your input.
I get so excited when I've booped the like button before being asked. It's like when you were a kid and your parents asked you to do something...and you could say, "Ha! But I've ALREADY done my homework!" Thanks for some really great advice!
Love your work. Keep it coming 😍
Thank you so much Nate for this.. I realized a lot of things.. God bless you MORE!
Will keep showing up to learn from you 👏🏻👏🏻
It blows my mind that a youtuber could have 25 million subs and I've never heard of them, youtube is an unbelievably immense place.
I've been a subscriber of yours since you were working at ChannelMaker. You are the best coach, and you have greatly helped me improve my content. Thank you so much, Nate. i genuinely appreciate your videos.
However, I posted in my community post last 3 months to celebrate for reaching 100 subscribers, and to my surprise, ChannelMaker commented and gave a support and motivation! I would be truly shocked if it was indeed you.
Thanks for sharing, Nate! Just uploaded my first video last week and trying to get all set to record my second this week. Definitely working on these principles!
Nate's advice has helped me make it past my first one hundred subs.. Thank you Nate!!!
Thanks for the video! The examples you highlighted were especially helpful.
I always write down my script 'cause I'm a better writer than I am a speaker, and I take advice I heard from the guy who runs the Epic Gardening channel, he says to speak as if speaking to your close friend. Casual, loving, upbeat. That, and doing some jumping jacks to shake out any nerves beforehand, helped my confidence so much.
Great tips!!! Always love you take on things, cheers 🍻
Thank you Nate for this. I have been struggling with this because of the content of my channel.
I've been focusing on the passion of the content, not the presentation of it.
I will begin looking at the presentation and seeing how I can dial it up a few notches, without seeming scary. Lol
Can you stop reading my mind I was just considering this subject just before you uploaded.
4:26 brilliant, sound effects.
And regarding your questions, I don’t know what I love about myself I have low self-esteem and I think it shows in my videos. I don’t show my face for multiple reasons. Apparently I have a nice voice to listen to, and I know that I could improve because my audience retention is very low. I also trying to add a bit more of my personality, but I don’t know how to do that.
As a Brit, you’re spiffing.
The timing on this video is….spooky. Just what I needed currently. Thanks NB.