If I Started YouTube from Scratch in 2026, I’d Do THIS

7 things I would do differently if I had to start a YouTube channel from scratch today.
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0:00 If I Started a YouTube Channel in 2026
0:21 Tip #1: Just Start Messy (Post Your First Video)
1:19 Tip #2: Prioritize Audio Over Cameras
3:00 Tip #3: Master the Search Strategy (SEO)
4:27 How to Find Video Ideas with VidIQ
5:14 Tip #4: Borrow Attention (Trend Surfing)
6:29 Tip #5: Marketing is Queen (The 3 T's)
8:16 Tip #6: Find a Market Gap (Blue Ocean Strategy)
9:45 Tip #7: Treat YouTube Like a Business (The 3 P's)
12:08 How to Make YouTube Videos on Your Phone
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When I first started making videos on YouTube, I made every mistake possible. I was posting random videos, constantly changing topics, and I thought buying expensive gear was the secret to success. I was wrong.

Now, after making over 100 videos for Think Media, I know exactly what works. In this video, I break down the 7 things I would do completely differently if I had to start a YouTube channel from zero in 2026.

We cover everything from why you should start messy with your first video to the importance of mastering search-based content (SEO) to get discovered fast. I also explain why audio matters more than your camera, how to "trend surf" to borrow attention from bigger channels, and the #1 mindset shift you need to treat YouTube like a business from day one.

In this video, you will learn:

The "Just Start" Mindset: Why your first video will be your worst (and why that's okay).

Gear Strategy: Why you should prioritize audio over a fancy camera and start with your smartphone.

Search Mastery: How to use the "How-To" formula to get views while you sleep.

Trend Surfing: How to borrow attention from bigger channels and topics.

Packaging: Why marketing (Titles & Thumbnails) is more important than the content itself.

Market Gaps: How to find an underserved niche using the "Blue Ocean Strategy."

Monetization: The 3 P's framework (Passion, Proficiency, Profit) to make money from day one.

Our mission here at Think Media is to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs go full-time doing what they love and making an impact through the power of video.

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