Question 1

How do I track my channel growth?

Accepted Answer

Use YouTube Studio for your own channel. For any channel, use NoteLM periodically and record metrics in a spreadsheet.

Question 2

What growth metrics matter most?

Accepted Answer

Subscribers, views per video, watch time, and engagement rate. Focus on trends rather than absolute numbers.

Question 3

How often should I check growth metrics?

Accepted Answer

Weekly for active creators. Don't obsess daily—metrics fluctuate. Monthly reviews reveal meaningful trends.

Question 4

Can I track competitor channel growth?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Use NoteLM to check competitor stats periodically. Social Blade shows historical public data.

Question 5

What's a healthy subscriber growth rate?

Accepted Answer

Varies hugely by niche and size. 1-2% monthly growth is solid. Focus on consistent, sustainable growth over spikes.

Question 6

How do I identify growth problems?

Accepted Answer

Look for: declining views per video, lower engagement rates, subscriber stagnation, or increasing unsub rates.

Question 7

What causes subscriber drops?

Accepted Answer

YouTube purging inactive accounts, content pivots, reduced upload frequency, or audience burnout.

Question 8

How do I benchmark my growth?

Accepted Answer

Compare against similar-sized channels in your niche. Growth rates vary significantly by channel size and content type.

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