How to Increase YouTube Watch Hours (For Those Struggling)

Are you struggling with how to increase YouTube watch hours so you can monetize your channel? Me too, and I'm sharing what I plan to do about it in this video so it might help spark some ideas for you.

Maybe you've already hit 1,000 subscribers like me, or maybe not, but, if you've been frustrated with your YouTube efforts not paying off with new subscribers and an increase in watch hours, you'll find my story relatable, and I hope you'll find some value in the video.

00:00 Introduction
00:49 How I'm Learning YouTube
01:55 My Subs and Watch Time Journey
02:39 Why Monetize?
03:17 Your Niche and Your Audience
04:51 Choosing The Right Content
05:44 Choosing a Video Style
07:15 The Simple Math of Views and Viewers
07:52 The Connection and Engagement Factor
08:35 The Massive Value of Being Consistent
10:35 Making Sense of the YouTube Analytics
11:42 What to Learn Next