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5 Common Mistakes New YouTubers Make (and How to Avoid Them)

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1) Random Topics

Pick one viewer and one recurring problem. Plan 3–5 related videos as a mini‑series.

2) Weak Packaging

Draft 5 title options using proven formulas. Keep thumbnails bold with one idea.

3) Slow Hooks

Show the payoff in the first 10–20 seconds. Explain after.

4) No Iteration

Use analytics to find the first retention dip and fix that beat next upload.

5) Inconsistent Uploads

Ship weekly if possible and improve one element per video.

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