BrandonSeptember 8, 2026
How Do You Get Your First 100 YouTube Subscribers?
Getting to 100 subscribers is the part of YouTube nobody makes a highlight reel about. There is no algorithmic shortcut at this stage and no reward waiting at the milestone. What works is a topic you can keep making...
BrandonSeptember 8, 2026
YouTube’s New View Count: Views vs Engaged Views, Explained
Here is what changed, where to find the number that still matters, how much inflation to expect on a channel your size, and how to talk about views with sponsors now that there are two of them. What exactly...
BrandonSeptember 1, 2026
YouTube’s New 8,000 Watch Hour Rule, Explained
Here is exactly what changed, who it affects, and what to do about it before the deadline. What are the new YouTube monetization requirements for 2027? From February 1, 2027, joining the YouTube Partner Program's full ad-revenue tier requires...
BrandonJune 6, 2024
Do YouTube Ads Hurt Your Channel’s Organic Growth?
"If I pay to promote a video, will YouTube punish the channel?" It is the most common question creators ask before spending a dollar on ads, and the answer has been muddied for years by one viral video and...
BrandonJune 27, 2023
What Do You Need to Monetize on YouTube in 2026?
YouTube's monetization rules have changed twice since this guide was first written, and a third change lands on February 1, 2027. This page is the complete, current checklist. It covers both Partner Program tiers, what each one pays you...