For most of us, to begin as a total noob can be overwhelming and intimidating. We have no followers; we have little audience, actually, and we post fairly consistently, for quite a while now, and it feels like we are talking into a void. We need to keep in mind that every creator has many followers , starting out with none. This is a part of mutual travel on the path; It all begins now.
But here’s the real deal:
Every person with a million followers created zero videos today. Which means you are not behind in your quest; you are simply beginning.
So, here are a few things I wish someone had told me before I started out as a complete newbie;
I gave up waiting to be “Ready”
Never think that you’re going to be ready one day and you’re just going to wait until everything is going to be perfect before getting started, because it ain’t going to happen; waiting makes you want to stay even more, and it doesn’t get you anywhere. So, just begin wherever you can.
One day, I simply grabbed my phone, made a quick video about something that interested me, and published it. There were no filtration systems, and there was no pressure.
The only way to start is to start. It’s okay if your first video isn’t perfect.
Choose a niche that represents you
Ask yourself what I love to talk about, even if no one is listening?
Your niche is the thought that popped into your head. Whether you love gaming, journaling, music, memes, or even ranting, it’s your best call rather than blindly following the trend.
Don’t put yourself through the stress of chasing views every round
Refreshing your reel views and allowing the algorithm to determine how exciting your content is was a big misstep. Yes, views matter, but when you’re at the initial stages, they can be overwhelming and make you feel worthless.
Some videos receive 100 views, others 1000 views. The important thing, though, is to make sure you continue to create content.
I learned as I posted
Pretty much all I learned was through the process of actually putting it out there on social media.
I think that’s because most people start on an entry-level creative content path, or honestly, maybe just digital marketing in general, and go from there. While learning by doing may not be flashy, it certainly is a better step forward.
I was then able to discover the optimal time of day to post by referring to a chart of when my followers were most active. I learned what hooks the audience latched onto. I pushed the envelope with trends and made them my own.
Sometimes,
A mobile phone, a crazy idea, and an intense chip on your shoulder are all you need to begin.
Sure, you might be at follower level zero in your first week, but you’ll soon be beyond that.