Launch Your Channel
YouTube Channel Launch Checklist
Start your YouTube channel the right way with this comprehensive launch checklist.
Before You Launch: Reality Check
- Most channels take 6-12 months to gain traction
- Consistency beats intensity—upload 2-3x per week minimum
- Quality matters more than quantity or equipment
- Niche focus helps faster than general content
1Strategy & Niche
2Channel Branding
3Content Planning
4Equipment Setup
5First 10 Videos
6Initial Promotion
7Ongoing Strategy
First 30 Days Action Plan
1
Week 1
Launch with 3 videos, set up all branding, join communities
2
Week 2-3
Upload consistently, engage with every comment, analyze what works
3
Week 4
Double down on best-performing content, improve based on data
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