If your shorts get under 1,000 views... do this

How to Fix Low Views on Your Shorts

Understanding View to Swipe Ratio

• The view to swipe ratio indicates how many viewers stop to watch your short versus those who swipe away. A ratio below 70% can hinder algorithm promotion.

• Aim for a view to swipe ratio of at least 80% for better chances of going viral; the sweet spot is above 70%.

• Shorter videos (20 seconds or less) with strong hooks in the first two seconds are more likely to retain viewers and improve this ratio.

• A personal example shows that a video with an 86% view to swipe ratio achieved over 12 million views, emphasizing the importance of this metric.

Importance of Account Age

• New accounts face challenges in gaining visibility; YouTube may not push content from brand new channels due to perceived bot activity.

• It’s recommended to engage actively on an account for 2-3 weeks before uploading shorts, which helps establish credibility with the algorithm.

• Using an established account can lead to faster growth as YouTube gathers data about user engagement.

Algorithm Limitations

• Sometimes, even good videos miss being promoted by the algorithm; this is common and should not cause panic.

• If a video doesn’t gain traction within two days, consider deleting and re-uploading it on a different day for another chance at visibility.

• An example illustrates that re-uploading a video after changing its title led it to achieve nearly 6 million views after initially receiving only 47 views.

Tagging Strategies

• Correct tagging is crucial for targeting the right audience; improper tags can limit reach significantly.

• Tags should be categorized into three types: post-specific tags (e.g., "bicep workout"), niche-specific tags, and broad tags. This strategy ensures better alignment with viewer interests.

YouTube Growth Strategies

Effective Tagging for Videos

• Use specific tags related to your niche, such as "Health," "Fitness," or "Bodybuilding" for relevant content. This helps categorize your video effectively.

• Incorporate broad tags aimed at virality, like "viral," "shorts," and "for you page." These tags attract a wider audience without targeting a specific demographic.

• Aim to use three or four tags from each category (specific, niche-specific, and broad) to maximize visibility and engagement.

Upload Frequency Considerations

• While starting out, it's recommended to upload at least once daily to grow your channel effectively. Consistency is key in the early stages.

• For established channels with over 100,000 subscribers, uploading multiple times a day may hinder growth due to algorithmic limitations on audience reach.

• Allowing videos time to gather data helps the algorithm assess performance; frequent uploads can dilute this process by splitting focus between videos.

Patience with Content Performance

• New accounts may experience slow initial views; however, patience is crucial as YouTube's algorithm may eventually promote content after several days.

• Acknowledge that not every short will perform well immediately; quality content will eventually find its audience if given time.

Best Practices for Titles and Hashtags

• Avoid using hashtags in video titles; they occupy valuable title space that should be used for engaging viewers through curiosity-driven language.

• Instead of hashtags in titles, include them in the description (around three), which can enhance SEO without cluttering the title itself.

• Notably successful creators like MrBeast do not use hashtags in their titles—this serves as evidence against their necessity.

Learning from Experience

• The speaker emphasizes the importance of persistence; having posted over 500 videos has led to insights about effective strategies for growth on YouTube.

• Viewers are encouraged to seek feedback on their channels and consider joining classes for deeper learning about YouTube growth strategies.