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Why videos don't do well

Here’s a breakdown of why your personal development videos might not be doing well on YouTube and TikTok, and what you can do to improve views: --- 🚨 Top 5 Reasons Your Videos May Not Be Performing 1. Weak Hook in the First 3 Seconds People scroll fast. If your intro isn’t attention-grabbing, they scroll past. Example of weak: “Hi, today I want to talk about…” Example of strong: “Most people will die without reaching their potential — here’s why.” 2. Lack of Specific Value General motivation is saturated. Instead of just saying “believe in yourself,” give actionable advice. ✅ Better: “Do this 10-second mindset shift to stop procrastinating.” 3. No Clear Niche or Style Are you targeting young men? Entrepreneurs? Women in university? A confused audience never builds — people need to know what your channel is about. 4. Bad Thumbnails or Captions On YouTube, thumbnails + titles are 80% of the game. On TikTok, bold on-screen text in the first 1–2 seconds helps stop the scroll. 5. No Emotio...

"The Purpose-Driven Channel: How to Build Content That Transforms Lives and Attracts Growth"

  "The Purpose-Driven Channel: How to Build Content That Transforms Lives and Attracts Growth" by Rodney Manwaring INTRODUCTION: You're Not Just Making Videos — You're Building a Legacy This isn’t just about algorithms, thumbnails, or follower counts. It’s about becoming a builder of change , someone whose content helps people rise, evolve, and reach new levels in life. For me, creating content—whether through video or writing—is more than just a strategy. It’s a calling. It’s a way to pour out my experience, values, and lessons in a form that truly helps others. This short ebook is a guide based on how I found clarity on my niche , how I discovered the real themes and purpose of my content, and how I now help others build channels that do more than entertain—they transform. CHAPTER 1: Your Niche Is a Person, Not a Topic A lot of people get this wrong. They think the topic they talk about is their niche. But your topic is just the theme—your niche is the pe...

Your personal brand

Your personal brand as a trust mechanism is how you consistently build confidence, create safety, and reduce doubt in the minds of others—especially your audience, prospects, or followers. In essence, it’s how people decide to believe you, follow you, buy from you, or join you, based on your perceived character, competence, and consistency. --- 🔐 What It Means When someone asks, “Can I trust this person?” your personal brand is the answer to that question. It becomes a shortcut to credibility that helps people feel: Safe taking your advice Confident joining your opportunity Willing to invest their time or money in your offer --- ✅ Components of a Trust-Based Personal Brand Element Role in Building Trust Authenticity You are real, consistent, and human. No fake persona. Competence You demonstrate knowledge and deliver value. Integrity You do what you say, and you stand by moral principles. Empathy You understand and speak to the pains and desires of others. Social Proof You show testim...

How to go viral on social media

Great question. Here’s a clear, no-fluff guide to help your YouTube and TikTok content go viral organically without spending money: --- 1. Hook in the First 3 Seconds Why? Attention spans are tiny. If you lose the viewer early, they scroll. How? Ask a bold question. Show a shocking visual. Promise a result ("This changed my life in 30 days..."). --- 2. Talk to ONE Specific Person (Niche Clarity) Why? Viral content feels personal. How? Speak like you’re addressing your ideal viewer directly ("You, the man tired of feeling stuck at 45..."). Target a clear group: eg. "Faith-driven entrepreneurs" or "Moms who want time freedom." --- 3. Storytelling + Value Combo Why? Stories trigger emotion; value keeps attention. How? Short story ("I was broke until I discovered..."). Teach or reveal something useful immediately after. --- 4. High Posting Frequency Why? Platforms reward consistent creators. How? TikTok: 1–4 posts daily. YouTube Shorts: At ...