If I Started A YouTube Channel In 2026, I’d Do These 6 Things

🔴 ONE-TIME LIVE TRAINING TUESDAY: 👉 https://go.thecontentgrowthengine.com/live-03-21-2026 🚀 Apply For 1:1 YouTube Coaching: 👉 https://go.thecontentgrowthengine.com/yt-03-21-2026 👤 Connect With Me On Other Platforms: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-hummus-6bb475165/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanehummus/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShaneHummus For Business Inquiries: Shanehummus@gmail.com Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:42 - The unconventional YouTube blueprint most creators ignore 1:31 - The hidden factor that decides if a video works 2:22 - The simple filming setup behind a breakout video 2:56 - The niche framework that gives your channel a clear direction 4:07 - The content strategy creators overlook 4:51 - The proven video idea research method small channels use 6:00 - The thumbnail and title alignment strategy that drives clicks 7:16 - The weekly upload system that reveals what viewers want 8:18 - The strange pattern most new channels experience 9:13 - The simple strategy for sharing what you already know 10:01 - Turning everyday knowledge into valuable content 10:25 - Who this YouTube strategy actually works best for ---------- SALARY DISCLAIMER: All income figures presented in this video are sourced from Glassdoor reports at the time of editing. These represent reported salary ranges for full-time positions, which may differ from freelance, contract, or part-time opportunities discussed. Actual earnings vary significantly based on experience, location, skills, hours worked, and current market conditions. The figures presented represent potential earnings according to third-party sources, not guaranteed results. These videos are for entertainment purposes only and they are just Shane's opinion based off of his own life experience and the research that he's done. Shane is not an attorney, CPA, insurance, or financial advisor and the information presented shall not be construed as tax, legal, insurance, safety or financial advice. If stocks or companies are mentioned, Shane might have an ownership interest in them. Affiliate links may be present, the offers and numbers presented may change over time so please make sure to confirm that the offer is still valid. Some offers mentioned may no longer be available or they have been changed. Please don’t make buying or selling decisions based on Shane’s videos. If you need such advice, please contact the qualified legal or financial professionals, don't just trust the opinion of a stranger on the internet and always make sure to do your own research and enjoy this family friendly content. Sources and further readings for jobs and college degrees: bls.gov(bureau of labor statistics) nces.ed.gov(national center for educational statistics) payscale(provides information on jobs and degrees)