In this episode of the Humble&Brag podcast, hosts, Ed and Calum discuss the significant shifts they have experienced in their YouTube careers and what they would do differently if they were to start from scratch.

They outline three major strategies to employ for YouTube success - deep diving into the platform mechanisms, investing time in devising effective thumbnail strategies, and robust community management. They also highlight the importance of a predictable and consistent release schedule for better audience engagement.

The podcast concludes with the possibilities of enhancing viewer participation by sourcing video ideas from them, in turn increasing their involvement in the channel.

00:02 Introduction and the New (Slower) Format

00:39 YouTube Success: What Would You Do Differently?

01:13 Deep Dive into YouTube Success Strategies

01:53 The Importance of Thumbnails and Community Management

02:48 The Role of Community Management in YouTube Success

08:36 Looking Back: Lessons from a YouTube Career

09:53 The Value of Consistency and Predictability in YouTube Strategy

12:04 The Benefits of Outsourcing Editing

13:07 Being Social: Engaging with Your Audience

15:42 Conclusion and Future Plans

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