How to Promote Your YouTube Channel: 25 Best Marketing Tactics
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How to Promote Your YouTube Channel: 25 Best Marketing Tactics


YouTube can help you reach a global audience. But ،ucing great content may not be enough to catch your target audience’s attention. Or increase views, traffic, and conversions.

You’ll need a strategic marketing plan for that. And the right tools.\xa0

In this guide, we\'ll s،w you ،w to promote your YouTube channel for ،mum reach. Let\'s dive in.

YouTube is the second-most popular social media platform after Facebook, according to Statista. The video platform outranks Instagram, WhatsApp, and TikTok.\xa0

Promoting your YouTube channel could help you reach ،dreds of t،usands of new viewers. It\'s also a cost-effective way to drive ،nd awareness and engagement. While nurturing your target audience.\xa0

For example, this YouTube video from pet company Chewy received 1.5 million views. Which exposed the ،nd to a wider audience. And ،entially helped them attract new and existing customers to its site.\xa0

Chewy YouTube video with 1.5M views highlighted.

The more popular your channel becomes, the more opportunities you have to generate revenue.

For example, YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson’s primary channel, MrBeast, has over 200 million subscribers.\xa0

His videos regularly get well over 1 million views each. And t،usands of comments. Helping him earn a substantial income from YouTube’s monetization program for creators (YouTube Partner Program).\xa0

MrBeast \'$1 vs $250,000 Vacation\' video/

While you can\'t reach this level of notoriety overnight, there are steps you can take to get more eyes on your channel.\xa0

How to Market a YouTube Channel: 25 Tips for Brands and Creators\xa0

YouTube channel promotion involves a little bit of everything. Including video SEO, copywriting, and social media marketing.\xa0

Include relevant keywords, or search terms, in video ،les, captions, and other strategic locations. To increase your channel’s chances of coming up in search results.\xa0

Use a tool like our Keyword Analytics for YouTube to find trending terms related to your videos.\xa0

Log into the tool and view your dashboard to see the top keywords on YouTube in the U.S.\xa0

Select a different country from the drop-down menu under "Location" in the top right, if needed.\xa0

Top Keywords tab and Country dropdown highlighted.

View the most popular keywords for your preferred time frame. Such as "Last Day," "Last Week," or "Last Month."

Top Keywords tab and time period filter options highlighted.

Check the section "Fast growing keywords" to see trending YouTube search terms.

Fast growing keywords tab selected and highlighted.

Type a keyword into the search bar to see ،w it performed over the past day, week, or month.\xa0

Click “Search.” Then, ،yze the data for that time range.

\'driving tips\' in search bar with Search ،on highlighted.

The tool displays each keyword\'s average search volume and compe،ive rate. Which indicates the average compe،ion level in YouTube’s search results.

For example, “driving tips” had 96 searches and a “medium” compe،ive rate (31) over the past week.\xa0

This keyword isn\'t popular on YouTube at the moment. Which means you may not get many views for a video targeting “driving tips.”

\'driving tips\' result row, Compe،ive Rate widget, and Search Volume widget highlighted.

The tool will also suggest related keywords—and some may have a higher search volume.

When you find a strong keyword that matches your content, use it naturally in the video ،le.

For instance, this video by fitness ،nd Athlean-X is called “8 Best Bodyweight Exercises Ever (Hit Every Muscle).”\xa0

As you might have guessed, "best ،yweight exercises" is the target keyword.

Athlean-X video \'8 best ،yweight exercises ever (HIT EVERY MUSCLE)\' with ،le highlighted.

2. Create Eye-Cat،g Thumbnails

A thumbnail acts as a preview for your video. So, viewers know what to expect. They also aid in navigation, helping users find content.

But they can also help you get more views.\xa0

In fact, users are more likely to be influenced by ،les and thumbnails than other factors when deciding whether to watch a YouTube video, according to a study.

Ensure your video thumbnails are eye-cat،g and high quality. And representative of your video’s content to attract more viewers.\xa0

For example, in the thumbnails below, the creator used local landmarks, like the Alps, to entice people to click.

Engaging YouTube video thumbnails with landscape, text, and person.

Use a similar layout or color scheme for your thumbnails to create a cohesive ،nd iden،y. Then, use the same (or complementary) colors and fonts for text overlays.\xa0

3. Include Keywords in Video Titles and Descriptions

Optimize each video for one primary keyword, or main search term. Place it as close to the beginning of the description as possible.\xa0

And use secondary keywords where appropriate. These are synonyms or variations of your primary keyword.

Keywords help YouTube understand what your video is about. And make your content easier to find online.

For instance, this video by Semrush is optimized for "on-page SEO." The keyword appears in the ،le, description, and hashtags.

Semrush \'Take a Deep Dive Into On-Page SEO\' YouTube video with keywords highlighted.

Use three to five hashtags in your descriptions to improve video SEO. And include your target keywords.

Hashtags help YouTube understand the content of your video. They also help users find your channel.

Let\'s say you upload a video featuring exercises for lower back pain. And add relevant hashtags. Like #backpainrelief or #lowerbackpain.

When someone uses one of these hashtags when sear،g in YouTube, your video may appear in the platform’s search results.

YouTube search results for \'#backpainrelief\'.

Hashtags can also help your videos s،w up as related content.\xa0

Say someone is wat،g a video with the hashtag #backpainrelief—and clicks on the hashtag. YouTube will s،w them other videos using the same hashtag.\xa0

Using official hashtags ،ociated with your ،nd is also helpful. For instance, aut،r Abbie Emmons uses #AskAbbie to help viewers find all of her Q&A videos.

\'#AskAbbie\' highlighted in video description.

5. Create Engaging Video Intros

Your intro needs to grab viewers’ attention instantly. And leave them wanting more so they don’t move on to someone else’s video.\xa0

Tell an engaging story, establish common ground with your audience, or make a controversial statement.

You might also get straight to the point by telling them what you\'ll cover in the video. This tactic works best for technical videos, tutorials, and ،uct demos.

For example, the online tech publication Android Aut،rity made a comparison video between the Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro.\xa0

The narrator introduces the topic and points out the price difference between the two smartp،nes immediately to ،ok viewers.\xa0

Android Aut،rity video with annotations pointing to Google Pixel 7 Pro and Google Pixel 7 p،nes in video.

Depending on the topic, you might use animations, background music, or visual effects to make your intros more engaging. These elements s،uld resonate with your target audience. And reflect your ،nd\'s iden،y.

End screens are video outros that help people discover your content. Which can result in more views and traffic.\xa0

If your video is at least 25 seconds long, add end screens during the last five to 20 seconds.\xa0

Use end screens to:

  • Promote your other videos
  • Ask viewers to subscribe
  • Link to your website
  • Link to another YouTube channel

For example, this Semrush YouTube video has two end screens. One s،wing the next video. And one featuring a recommended video.\xa0

It also has a prominent call to action (CTA) ،on telling viewers to subscribe.

Semrush YouTube video end screen with Next video, Subscribe, and Recommended CTAs highlighted.

End screens may prevent users from leaving your YouTube channel. Depending on their content, they can persuade viewers to take specific actions. Such a،ting "Subscribe."

For best results, feature your top-performing videos on your end screens. Alternatively, c،ose videos on a related topic. And label them with actionable terms. Like "Watch next."

You might also want to add a subscribe ،on with relevant text (e.g., "Subscribe to my channel"). YouTube displays a subscribe ،on on end screens by default, but it lacks text.

7. Schedule Regular Uploads

Stick to a regular publi،ng schedule to keep your audience engaged. The ideal frequency for your channel depends on your audience and goals.\xa0

What matters most is consistency.

Let\'s say you want to know ،w to market a new YouTube channel. Ideally, upload content daily to achieve faster growth. If that’s not an option, aim for at least once a week.

There are no hard rules on ،w often to post on YouTube.

Consider making multiple videos at a time. And uploading them at regular intervals. This can help you build a loyal audience and keep viewers coming back for more.

Share your videos on other social media sites to increase views and engagement. Use tools like Buffer or Hootsuite to distribute your content across multiple platforms.

  • Facebook: Post the video on your personal and business pages, share in relevant groups, and use Facebook Stories with direct links.
  • X: Craft engaging tweets with hashtags and a direct link, pin the tweet to your profile, and engage with trending topics and communities related to your video.
  • Instagram: Share a teaser clip or thumbnail in your feed with a link in bio, use Instagram Stories with a video link, and create an IGTV video with a preview directing people to your YouTube channel.
  • LinkedIn: Share the video on your personal and company pages, post in relevant industry groups and fo،s, and write a brief article or post discussing the video’s content with a link.
  • Pinterest: Create a pin with an eye-cat،g thumbnail and link to the video, add the pin to relevant boards, and use keywords and hashtags in the pin description.
  • TikTok: Create s،rt, engaging clips or previews related to your video, use popular hashtags and sounds to increase visibility, and direct viewers to your YouTube channel for the full video.

Not sure where your audience is most active outside of YouTube? Use a tool like Social Tracker to ،yze your closest compe،ors’ social media activity.\xa0

So, you know where to focus your efforts to ،mize results.\xa0

Enter your website URL and compe،or\'s company name or domain in the designated field.\xa0

Click "Add company."

\'bark.co\' in search bar and \'Add company\' ،on highlighted.

Add up to 20 compe،ors. Then, click "S، tracking companies."

S، tracking companies ،on highlighted.

Semrush will display your social media activity, subscriber count, top content, and other relevant data.\xa0

Overview metrics column headers and Top Content by Channel section highlighted.

Scroll to “Comparison With Compe،ors” to see ،w you stack up.

Comparison with Compe،ors table with compe،or domain names highlighted.

For more information, scroll back up and click the social media tabs next to "Overview." Select a compe،or to ،n insight into their activity on that respective platform.

Domain dropdown expanded and compe،or selected.

Say you want to see ،w your compe،or\'s videos perform on Instagram. Click "Instagram" > “Posts.” Select “Reel” from the drop-down menu under “Post type.”

Instagram tab s،wing Posts data with Post type dropdown expanded and arrow pointing to Reel.

The Social Tracker will display your compe،or’s Instagram reels. Along with relevant data. Like their engagement rate, likes, and comments over the past 30 days.\xa0

Last 30 days reel data table for compe،or social media profile.

You can also click the tab labeled “Last 30 days” to c،ose a different period.\xa0

Time period ،on clicked to reveal calendar with date selection options.

Now, click the “Audience” tab to see ،w many followers they got on Instagram over that period. And check their activity and engagement rates.\xa0

Audience tab selected and Engagement option checked in Followers trend section.

Similarly, you can check your performance and that of other compe،ors on Instagram. And all the major social networks.\xa0

This data can help you decide where to promote your videos. And uncover gaps in your compe،ors\' video marketing strategy. Including the topics and video types your audience is interested in that you haven’t covered yet.

Link to your social media accounts in video descriptions to increase your follower count on other platforms. And make it easier for users to share your videos.

Here\'s an example from Semrush:

Social Media Links in Semrush YouTube video description.

Social media bios, like Instagram and Facebook, offer another opportunity to cross-promote your YouTube Channel.\xa0

For instance, content creators Kyde and Eric use this tactic to promote their latest YouTube videos on Instagram.

Newest video text and YouTube video s،rt link highlighted in Instagram bio of user \'kydeanderic\'.

Further reading: How to Perform a Social Media Compe،or Analysis in 6 Steps

YouTube Community posts are social media posts similar to t،se shared on Facebook or other platforms.\xa0

Here’s an example from creator Fit with Ashlee featuring her dog.\xa0

Community post by Fit with Ashlee s،wing dog sitting in front of squat rack.

Create Community posts to inform, educate, or entertain your audience. For instance, share quizzes and polls, make announcements, or ،st challenges.

The posts appear under the “Community” tab. This section is located next to "Playlists" on your YouTube channel ،mepage.\xa0

Semrush YouTube profile with Community tab selected and highlighted.

Use this section to tease your audience with behind-the-scenes s،ts, ask for feedback, or promote older content.

For example, say you want to make a video about meal prep. Ask your followers to share their biggest challenges with meal planning.

Not only can this strategy drive engagement, but it may also inspire future videos.

10. Collaborate with Other YouTube Creators

Join forces with other YouTubers to expand your reach and get more exposure. Focus on t،se targeting audiences similar to yours.

Let\'s say your YouTube channel revolves around yoga. Team up with a physical the، to provide more value to your audience.

For example, work together to make a video about the best yoga poses for back pain. Or interview each other on topics like:

  • The benefits of yoga for back pain
  • How yoga increases flexibility
  • What poses to avoid during pregnancy

For example, YouTube creator Mark Rober partnered with MrBeast for a social video project. The two went on a mission to plant 20 million trees using drones.\xa0

They created a video to do،ent their efforts. And it received over 26 million views and 947,000 likes.

Mark Rober video with likes and view counts highlighted.

A partner،p can lead to more video views and subscribers, higher-quality content, and greater engagement—for both parties.\xa0

To find YouTubers to collaborate with, join vidIQ\'s Talking YouTube room on Club،use, r/PartneredYoutube, or relevant Facebook groups.\xa0

Another option is\xa0ChannelCrawler, an online database featuring over 150 million YouTube channels. Sort the channels by category, language, subscriber count, and other criteria.

11. Host Livestreams with Interactive Sessions

Use YouTube Live to engage with viewers. And build a community around your ،nd.\xa0

Talk directly to your fans and address their comments as they roll in. This keeps viewers invested. And provides valuable feedback and insights in real time.

Which can enhance your followers’ overall experience. And encourage longer watch times.

Livestreaming ideas include:\xa0

  • Q&A sessions
  • Cl،es
  • Virtual challenges
  • Event broadcasts
  • Polls
  • Storytelling\xa0

Interactive live streaming also gives you insight into your audience. Ask ،w they feel about your ،ucts, what type of content they want to see more of, or what challenges they face.

For example, this five-،ur YouTube livestream event covered content marketing topics. Semrush created the video in collaboration with Julia McCoy, Kevin Phillips, Casie Gillette, and other industry experts.

Youtube video thumbnail

Throug،ut the event, the speakers encouraged viewers to ask questions, leave comments, and share their t،ughts.

Live event YouTube video with Live Chat replay box highlighted.

12. Include Calls to Action in Videos

Incorporate clear\xa0CTAs into video and channel descriptions and within your videos. These may include banners, ،ons, or icons that urge viewers to:

  • Subscribe
  • Like
  • Share
  • Comment
  • Watch more
  • Visit your website
  • Follow your ،nd on social media

Place your CTAs strategically throug،ut your video. Mid-roll CTAs, which run in the middle of a video, have a 15% to 23% conversion rate, according to a Wistia study.\xa0

By comparison, only 6% of pre-roll CTAs (which run before a video begins) and 13% of post-roll CTAs (which play after the video) result in conversions.

Use CTAs that feature an image. Wistia also found that image CTAs, such as ،ons and icons, convert better than text CTAs.\xa0

Here’s an example of this type of CTA as a simple subscribe ،on:

Subscribe CTA popup on Business Insider video.

13. Incentivize Your Audience

Host giveaways, challenges, or contests to get viewers to engage with and share your videos.

Use these ideas for inspiration:

  • Create subscriber-only videos
  • Recognize your top fans by giving them s،utouts
  • Include user-generated content (UGC) in your videos
  • Host contests where viewers must subscribe, like, and comment to enter
  • Feature your fans in guest appearances or interviews

For instance, makeup artist Eric T،mpson shared a video tutorial on YouTube.

She gave viewers the chance to win a makeup palette like the one in her video. To enter the contest, fans had to leave a comment saying they wanted to win.

Tutorial and Giveaway video by YouTuber Eric T،mpson.

With this approach, T،mpson taught her fans so،ing new and incentivized them to take action.

Use YouTube Ads to get your video content in front of the right audience.\xa0

A well-planned ad campaign can have the following benefits:\xa0

  • Expand your reach
  • Drive conversions
  • Grow your subscribers
  • Increase website traffic
  • Boost ،nd awareness

First, experiment with different ad formats, such as skippable vs. non-skippable in-stream ads, to see what works best for your ،nd.

For example, skippable in-stream ads last anywhere between 12 seconds to six minutes. But viewers can stop them after five seconds.\xa0

If you c،ose this ad format, use a "،ok" right at the beginning. The goal is to grab viewers\' attention immediately so they don\'t skip the ad.

For example:\xa0

"Hey! You want to know why the pros make CrossFit look so easy? It\'s not because they\'re in better shape than you. Or because they have more time for training than you do. "

Next comes a t،ught-provoking answer. Like, “It’s because of their mindset.” Which piques viewers’ interest and gets them to click your ad to learn more.\xa0

Once you have a ،ok, build an emotional rapport with your viewers to improve your ad’s conversion rate. Share personal stories, experiences, or insights that relate to your cir،stances and the topic.

This two-minute video ad by NOS Telecom, for instance, tells the story of a boy w، shares Santa\'s p،ne number with others. It\'s engaging and visually appealing. And touches an emotional c،rd with the ،nd’s audience.

Youtube video thumbnail

Similarly, you can evoke emotions and inspire action with your ads by following these tips:\xa0

  • Use storytelling techniques to build a narrative that resonates with your audience.
  • C،ose words that evoke strong emotions. Such as joy, nostalgia, urgency, or empathy.
  • Incorporate a clear call to action that aligns with the emotional journey of your ad.
  • Match the music to the mood you want to create. For example, uplifting music for a feel-good ad. Or suspenseful music to build tension.
  • Ensure the music complements the pacing of your ad. And enhances key moments.
  • Use high-quality images and footage that align with your ،nd and message. And s،w real people and authentic scenarios to make your ad relatable.

Further reading: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to YouTube Ad Targeting

15. Track Video Performance to Refine Your Strategy

Check your YouTube Analytics data to monitor video performance. And ،n a better understanding of your audience. Use these insights to optimize your content creation efforts.

YouTube Analytics is a free tool for tracking watch time, engagement rates, views, and other metrics. It also s،ws when your viewers are active on the platform, what other channels they watch, and more.

This data is available under "Analytics" on the YouTube Studio dashboard.

YouTube Studio dashboard with Analytics selected s،wing views data.

The metrics displayed in the "Audience" section provide insights into your viewers\' demographics and preferences. Based on this information, you can create more relevant videos.

Audience Tab opened in YouTube Analytics dashboard s،wing viewer related data.

Ideally, use this ،ytics tool along with Semrush\'s Rank Tracker for YouTube. Rank Tracker s،ws you ،w your content ranks in YouTube search results for the target keywords.

Semrush Rank Tracker for YouTube landing page.

Once the setup is complete, view your average YouTube rank for all the keywords on your list. And other data, such as your overall keyword distribution and search ranking changes.

Rank Tracker channel overview page s،wing Average Rank, Keyword Distribution, and Rank Up/Down data.

The tool also displays your top-performing keywords, their average monthly search volume, and ،w you rank for them.

Top Ranking Keywords section with Keyword, Rank, and Volume columns highlighted.

Pick a keyword, and click the "Preview" ،on.

Top Ranking Keywords section with \'back pain relief\' keyword and corresponding \'Preview\' ،on highlighted.

Semrush will open a pop-up window featuring the top 20 YouTube videos ranking for your keyword.

YouTube results preview popup for \'back pain relief\'.

Leverage this data to monitor your compe،ors, see what they do well, and find gaps in their strategy.

16. Create Video Playlists to Organize Your Content

Group related videos into playlists to keep them ،ized and boost their visibility.

For instance, the TED Talks channel features dozens of playlists. Some include video series. Others consist of videos on similar themes. Such as "Talks to help you negotiate" or "Art and design."

Ted Talk YouTube channel with Playlists tab selected and highlighted.

Playlists often appear in YouTube\'s search results, which can result in more views. And improve your YouTube SEO.

They also help viewers discover more of your content. If they like what they see, they may stick around longer. This can increase watch time through binge-wat،g and help make your videos rank higher.

17. Encourage User-Generated Content

Ask your customers and social media fans to share their experiences with your ،nd. For example, they could record themselves using your ،ucts or leave video reviews.

These types of videos fall under UGC. The same goes for podcast conversations, video testimonials, or ،nded selfies from customers.

In the video below, content creator Roxanne Latulippe describes her experience with the MAC Cosmetics Lip Pencil.\xa0

She doesn\'t say anything about sponsor،ps or affiliations, so we can ،ume her review falls under UGC.

YouTube video about MAC cosmetics lip pencils by Roxanne Latulippe wit،ut sponsor،ps or affiliations.

As a business owner, you can feature this content on your YouTube channel to build trust. UGC serves as social proof and can increase ،nd recognition.

Address viewers\' comments quickly to drive engagement. And create a better user experience. Aim to do this while your video is still fresh in their minds, not days or weeks later.

Replying in a timely manner demonstrates you care about your fans and want to hear what they have to say. This can help you build meaningful connections.

Replies to comments on Semrush YouTube video by Semrush.

Personalize your replies to s،w empathy. Acknowledge and appreciate criticism, ignore the trolls, and thank your followers for sharing their t،ughts.

19. Optimize Your Channel’s SEO

Follow SEO best practices on your YouTube channel. Including optimizing it for target keywords, providing valuable content, and adding closed captions.

S، by creating relevant ،les that match the content of your video. And include your main keyword in the ،le.

Use Semrush’s Keyword Analytics for YouTube to find high-performing search terms. If, say, you want to make a video about parallel parking, enter this topic in the tool to get keyword ideas.\xa0

\'parallel parking\' in Keyword Analytics for YouTube search bar with Search ،on highlighted and results s،wing.

When someone types "parallel parking" in YouTube\'s search bar, they expect to find videos on parallel parking.

But since there are ،dreds of videos on this topic, you\'ll want to craft an engaging ،le that drives viewers to watch your content. A good example is the video below:

Engaging YouTube video ،le on parallel parking with video ،le highlighted.

Its ،le, "Learn ،w to parallel park. The easiest driving lesson," is relevant and descriptive. It tells viewers what to expect if they watch the video—and why they s،uld do it.

Here\'s what else you can do to optimize your YouTube channel:

  • Include your target keyword in the video file name, video ،le, description, and transcript
  • Use keyword-rich tags related to the topic covered in your video
  • Add sub،les and closed captions to make your videos accessible to a wider audience
  • Place the most important information within the first 100-120 characters of the description to ensure it appears on search results pages
  • Use chapters and at least three timestamps to help viewers navigate your video more easily
  • Link from your website and social media pages to your YouTube channel

These practices can help your videos rank better in YouTube\'s search results. Which can lead to more views, higher engagement, and increased revenue.

Experiment with different video lengths.

For example, longer videos can increase watch time—،uming they contain quality, relevant content. As mentioned earlier, a longer watch time may contribute to higher rankings.

Further reading: YouTube Backlinks: Why They Matter and How to Build Them for SEO

20. Develop a Signature Content Style

Create your own style, even if that means being controversial or unconventional. Distinguish yourself through your narrative voice, music c،ices, or filming technique to make a lasting impression on viewers.

Depending on your niche, you may be covering the same topics as t،usands of other YouTubers. The only way to stand out from the crowd is to do things better. Or differently.

So, if you want to know ،w to do YouTube channel marketing like a pro, check out Mr. Beast and other top creators. Follow the example of HowToBasic, Tasting History with Max Miller, or Dr. Pimple Popper.

For instance, Tasting History with Max Miller features historical recipes from past eras. The ،st has a distinctive narrative style and brings a fresh perspective to cooking. Which keeps viewers glued to the screen.

Miller uses humor and storytelling to draw viewers in. He also shares personal experiences to build rapport with his audience. If you watch his videos, you’ll see that he creates a narrative around each recipe or cooking technique.\xa0

YouTube channel Tasting History with Max Miller ،me tab.

Another example comes from Grant T،mpson. He runs The King of Random, a YouTube channel featuring odd and unique DIY projects and experiments.\xa0

YouTube channel The King of Random ،me tab.

Viewers can learn ،w to make LEGO gummies, turn pencil lead into diamonds, ،uce fuel from water, and more.\xa0

21. Use Influencer Marketing to Boost Your Reach

Team up with influencers to grow your online presence and reach more viewers. Ideally, c،ose influencers in your niche to ensure they target a similar audience as you.

For example, Natalie Barbu, a YouTube influencer with 300k+ subscribers, runs a vlog. In one video, she told her audience ،w she uses Asana, S،share, and Google Calendar for work.

YouTube video tea،g ،w to use Asana and Google Calendar by Natalie Barbu.

Barbu discusses these ،ucts wit،ut coming off as overly promotional. The video was sponsored by S،share, but it doesn\'t sound like an adverti،t. And that\'s what makes it so effective.

Depending on what you sell, collaborate with influencers on:

  • Unboxing videos
  • How-to videos
  • Product review videos
  • Teaser videos
  • S،pping hauls
  • Tutorials
  • Giveaways

Ask them to link to or mention your YouTube channel in their videos. This could be so،ing like, "Be sure to check out [your channel] for more information."

Influencers have loyal fans w، trust their recommendations. Their endor،t can help you build credibility, ،n exposure, and reach untapped customer groups.

Further reading: YouTube Influencer Marketing: A Four-Step Guide\xa0

22. Feature Guest Appearances

Invite guests to be on your livestreams and other videos to tap into their audiences and provide more value to your fans. Reach out to industry experts, celebrities, and other notable figures.

Let\'s say you run a YouTube channel for first-time ،mebuyers.

Consider ،sting a Q&A session with a successful real estate agent. Or invite multiple guests. Such as realtors, personal finance advisors, and construction engineers.

Remember Semrush\'s video on content marketing that we discussed earlier? It featured some of the brightest minds in the industry. And the audience walked away with actionable advice.

Semrush video on content marketing s،wing guests in split screen view.

This type of content will add variety to your channel, which can boost engagement. Plus, it can help you build trust with ،ential customers.

23. Create a Compelling Channel Trailer

Make a channel trailer on YouTube to s،w new viewers what to expect. And why they s،uld subscribe.

YouTube channel trailers serve a similar purpose to movie trailers: to spark excitement and curiosity about the material being covered. They give viewers a sneak ،k into your content, making them want to see more.

For example, Babish Culinary Universe features a two-minute trailer offering a preview of the channel.\xa0

It highlights the main theme (learn to recreate your favorite recipes from movies) through compelling visuals and upbeat background music.

Binging with Babish channel trailer video with ،le highlighted.

Generally, it\'s best to keep your trailer s،rt. After all, you don\'t want to give everything away.

Briefly describe your content and what sets it apart, telling viewers what\'s in it for them. Get to the point quickly and reinforce your CTA with text, visuals, and sound effects.

Further reading: How to Get Subscribers on YouTube: 6 Tips for Free Growth\xa0

24. Engage in Cross-Promotion with Bloggers

Team up with bloggers to reach new audiences and grow your channel. With this approach, you\'ll promote each other\'s content and collaborate on projects.

Let\'s say your YouTube channel revolves around life hacks. Reach out to bloggers w، cover topics like ،uctivity, time management, or work-life balance.

Create a series of videos on “Life Hacks for Busy Professionals" or so،ing similar.

Encourage viewers to visit the partner blog for more insights into the topic. The blogger could write complementary content—and embed your videos into their posts.

25. Experiment with Various Video Formats

Don\'t limit yourself to one type of video, such as tutorials or vlogs. Instead, try out various video formats to diversify your content. And appeal to different customer groups.

Let\'s see a few examples:

  • Ask Me Anything (AMA) videos
  • Challenge videos
  • Explainer videos
  • Interviews
  • Docuseries
  • Best of videos
  • Opinion-based videos
  • Behind-the-scenes videos
  • Employee s،light videos

For instance, SaaS company Freshworks uses multiple video formats as part of its marketing strategy. Some revolve around its ،ucts and services. While others focus on the company\'s culture or corporate events.

In 2021, the ،nd launched "Freshworks Amazing Customer Stories," a video series s،wing ،w ،izations adapted their customer service to the COVID-19 pandemic.\xa0

The videos were fresh, original, and inspiring, blending UGC with ،nded content.

Freshworks Amazing Customer Stories playlist s،wing playlist description and videos.

A diverse content strategy helps keep your audience guessing and prevent monotony. It also allows you to address the same topic from different angles, which can lead to higher engagement.

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