How to Make Money on YouTube (Even with a Small Channel)

How to Make Money on YouTube (Even with a Small Channel)

Adsense will be tiny at first. Start with affiliate‑friendly videos: tools you use, checklists, and beginner tutorials. Place your links at the top of the description with a one‑sentence benefit and a call‑to‑action.

Use repeatable formats: quick tips, gear explainers, and “watch me build” time‑lapses. Make a 12‑video series and publish weekly—playlists help viewers binge and signal quality to the algorithm.

As you grow, add a lead magnet (free checklist) and promote it mid‑video. Email turns viewers into customers you can serve directly.

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