The Truth About the YouTube Algorithm (and How to Win)🧨

Cut through the myths and master the strategies your channel needs to thrive

Hello

I hear it all the time…. creators asking about studio metrics or venting about the YouTube algorithm. This month, let’s cut through the noise.

We’re breaking down the myths about how the algorithm works and getting real about what it takes to make videos your audience loves to watch.

Topics covered this month:

  • What really matters when making YouTube content

  • How the YouTube algorithm actually works

  • Million View Club exciting upcoming events and news

  • Advice from my LinkedIn

  • Deep Dives from YouTube

💡 LIVE ON X (TWITTER) 💡

 WHAT’S NEW IN THE MILLION VIEW CLUB?

The Million View Club (MVC) is a private community and education platform that fosters learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The MVC brings creators together who are driven. I offer more research-backed knowledge, support, and strategies to unlock your full potential and achieve top-tier results. We are launching soon to the public.

PAST EVENTS IN THE MVC (OPEN DOOR – JOIN THE EVENT)

In this mastermind session, I shared insights on ideation, engagement, satisfaction, metrics, and video creation to make people watch longer. It is a 1.5-hour panel with research findings, case studies, and more! It was hosted on my X (Twitter). The session covered:

  • Using outlier theory for finding successful video ideas.

  • How peak-end rule affects viewer satisfaction.

  • How animated explanations improve retention.

  • The seven key points for thumbnail optimization.

  • Analyzing your own data for correlations between metrics (like CTR, AVD, APV) and long-term performance.

  • and more…

📣 CREATOR SHOUTOUTS 📣

💬 ADVICE FROM MY LINKEDIN 💬 

  • Take a look at the 12 wake-up calls that every YouTube creator needs to hear.

  • For creators understanding your analytics is crucial to finding precise ways to improve your content and expand your audience. These 11 lessons will help you get a clearer picture of YouTube analytics.


🍿 GET SOME POPCORN AND CHECK OUT THE LATEST ON YOUTUBE 🍿 

Follow these simple 40 steps to create quality YouTube content. Use these steps as a checklist to easily break down your process.

Mastering a retention strategy is tough, therefore if you ever have any questions or need guidance on how to use any of the above strategies, please reply to this email or ask your question on X. Your feedback is encouraged so let me know your thoughts!


Mario