How to Start a YouTube Channel - Beginners Guide (2025)

Hey friends, recently I was interviewed by my friends over at Think Media, and I shared some thoughts on how to grow a youtube channel today. This video is the best clips from that interview, I hope you find it valuable! Enjoy xx

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WHO AM I?
If we haven’t met before - Hey 👋 I’m Ali, a doctor-turned-entrepreneur and I’ve somehow become the world’s most followed productivity expert. Through my videos here on this channel, my podcast and my writing, I share evidence-based strategies and tools to help you be more productive and build a life you love.

⌚️Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
00:31 - My 3 Part Framework
04:49 - Consistency and Time Management
13:51 - The Process of Creating a Video
24:41 - What’s your niche?
27:22 - Why do some videos get 10k why do some get 500 views?
29:57 - My filming mantra
31:38 - How do you outsource your editing?
35:46 - How to find your style?
37:09 - Should you make longer videos?

[ARreymago]

Most people don’t realize the most important part of videos is telling a good story, and providing value (education, entertainment, aesthetics)

[FunTimeAnimations]

To everyone who is reading this and hasn't been monetized, I hope you become successful with your YouTube channel, . Trust the process and never give up!, Eventually, You'll get there!

[jackywacky]

Being a YouTuber is very similar to running your own business. You should upload things people want to see, just like businessman should offer product/service that people need. And when the growth becomes real, you can consider hiring people to help you run your channel more efficiently. The most difficult part is starting and growing of course, but consistency and hard work (with a little bit of help from Fame -ster of course) will always pay off at the end.

[AnimeMadeReal]

I am leaving this comment here so that after some hours, days, weeks, months or years when someone likes or comment on it, I will be reminded to watch this video again

[ethwall]

0:18 I’ve been grinding for years.. seeing some success along the way, but now I’m going all in.. I’m putting everything I’ve got money, time, energy into this one piece of content. It’s a make-or-break moment.. and I’m ready to see if it pays off.. Wish me luck, everyone!

[yourfriendlysattutor]

I finally started uploading a week ago and your advice really helped overcome my perfectionism hurdle. I uploaded the videos knowing that they are quite imperfect and that I will gradually get better 😬 I’m excited about this new “project” because I love sharing what I know and helping others and this has been fun so far.

[KamilSkaski]

Great vid! Just started my youtube channel a few weeks ago and thanks to your suggestion is going great!
Guys remember: Youtube is a marathon, not a sprint.
Good luck everyone!🙂

[MakeItDelicious]

Starting YouTube channels gather here for support! I wish everyone the best of luck!🤞

[synergyhealthandwellnesspl]

We’ve been through the part time YouTuber academy. It’s such a wealth of information. Our channel is SLOWLY growing. At times it’s a little discouraging. We just keep moving forward hoping that it will pay off one day. This video is encouraging and helpful thank you!

[DeObaldia]

I tend to click Like on Ali's video as soon as I start playing it: "why?" you'd ask:
1. It helps me know that I already watch it next time I come see it (Because I will)
2. Because I know I'll like the video

This guy's awesome. Life changing tips Ali.

Now, I'm gonna watch the video, it's amazing, I know.

[PaulLee-ds]

5 Months into grinding on Youtube (mostly shorts) and it sure doesn't feel passive but i'm trusting the process and remembering once you have an audience, then the other passive ideas (merch, digital products, affiliate marketing) become so much more achievable too! Thanks for the video!

[PrateekandMax]

Thanks Ali for the inspiration! Whoever is reading this, anything is possible! Let’s follow our dreams 😃🤝

[livinglikeelexa]

I’m going for it this year! 🎉Posted my first video today and happy to start this journey. Wishing everybody success who’s starting a channel this year. 😊

[McShivolo]

A college student who started a YouTube channel, and i might say Ali has been the biggest inspiration ever, have been falling in love with the process of creating content and learning new skills, all thanks to Ali 🤸✨💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[theapril]

I started my YouTube channel 3 years ago, I know it's going slow but I'll never quit, thanks for this motivational video

[NurseJamiefromGA]

I’m a full time travel nurse, trying to start up my YouTube channel! Thank you for sharing! This was incredibly helpful! 😊

[WheresHarris]

Thanks for your tips Ali, I started this year and I'm on 374 subscribers!!! Want to get 500 by the end of the year. It's great fun but a lot of work. These tips will help 👍🏽

[Moinul.thehappynerd]

From Bangladesh here! This was pure gem. I am a medical doctor and a part-time freelance content writer. I have learned so much from you already. Now I'm trying to grow my Youtube channel and this was gold! Thanks so much.

Implementing all these in my next video.

[just_mdd]

I'm listening to this whilst I'm busy with my next video. I've already found my niche (Tech), so I don't need to worry about my niche. I'm glad I've stopped procrastinating at the moment, lol. Let's see how far I get, and how well this comment ages.

[Michael_Leard]

Ali I have a book idea for you that I would personally want to read. "Beyond Productivity: Finding the Balance Between Ambition and Well-Being" would focus on helping people like me(and loads of people in this hustle culture) who struggle to balance ambition and self-care. The focus should be on finding a way to achieve our goals and provide for our families without sacrificing our own well-being. You can share real stories and actionable advice to help redefine success so it feels fulfilling rather than draining.