I just want to take a moment to express my gratitude.

A huge shoutout to one of my subscribers, Mr. Michael Knudsen.

He left a wonderful comment on one of my videos, and it truly made my day.

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As someone who has recently started my YouTube journey, receiving encouraging feedback like this means the world to me.

So, Michael—thank you!

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Now, let’s talk about progress.

In my last newsletter, I mentioned Mr. Beast’s famous advice: “You start gaining traction after posting 100 videos.”

I’m only on day 13 of my 30-day YouTube challenge, but I’m already seeing some exciting results.

A few of my YouTube Shorts have crossed 400 views, which is a huge win for a brand-new channel!

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Key Takeaways from My Analytics

Diving into my YouTube analytics has been eye-opening. Here’s what I’ve learned so far:

• 43% of my viewers come from YouTube Shorts.
• Bright thumbnails attract more viewers.
• The average retention time is 30 seconds.
• Hooks with controversial or contradictory opinions get higher click rates.
• Animation, effects, and transitions keep people watching.

My Game Plan Moving Forward

Based on these insights, here’s how I’m adjusting my strategy:

• I’ll focus more on YouTube Shorts instead of long-form videos since that’s what’s getting traction.
• I’ll put extra effort into the first frame, hook, and thumbnail to grab attention instantly.
• I’ll experiment with stronger hooks and high-retention storytelling to keep viewers engaged longer.

This challenge has already been a massive learning experience, and I’m excited to see what the next 17 days bring!

Thanks a lot for being a part of this journey.

Until next time,

Ann.

P.S. It took me 3 days to create the effects, music, and lyrics for this 1 minute video.

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