{"id":16808,"date":"2018-01-06T14:00:37","date_gmt":"2018-01-06T19:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=16808"},"modified":"2025-01-27T16:20:25","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T21:20:25","slug":"how-to-sell-on-youtube","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/06\/how-to-sell-on-youtube\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sell on YouTube"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>YouTube is known as a video-based search engine. However, YouTube\u2019s videos are also incorporated into Google\u2019s search results. That being said, posting one simple video offers long-term value across two of the world\u2019s most popular search engines. If you\u2019re a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/?affiliateid=9683\">shop owner<\/a>, consider utilizing YouTube to sell your merchandise and grow your brand presence.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Win the Viewers <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Uploading a video to YouTube is a lot more complex than just uploading a picture to Instagram or posting something on Facebook. There are certain components to be aware of before a video is published.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Title<\/strong>: The title is what reels your audience in. Try composing a title with a cliffhanger so there\u2019s an element of mystery behind your video. Be sure to research trending keywords as well so it\u2019s your video that\u2019s at the top of the search results.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Video descriptions: <\/strong>As mentioned before in our blog post, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshirt.com\/blog\/2017\/12\/17\/seo-for-youtube\/\">SEO for YouTube<\/a>, SEO algorithms can\u2019t listen to videos, but they can read them. This is where the importance of video descriptions come into play. Fill your video description with relevant keywords and catchy copy, so YouTube can bump your channel up in search results.<\/li>\n<li><strong>YouTube cards<\/strong>: Cards on YouTube do the work for you. They encourage viewers to make the next move by adding a bit of interactivity. Experience the effect of YouTube cards by driving traffic to your shop. You\u2019ll be happy with the results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class='wp-caption alignnone sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_70,t_postImgF_d\/v1622823543\/blog\/descriptions_ay7npo.jpg' alt=''\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>How to Edit Fast and Easy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re new to video editing, don\u2019t get discouraged, because it\u2019s easy for anybody to edit videos nowadays. Both the internet and app stores offer a plethora of video editing tools that can polish your content in minutes.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Mobile Software<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>iMovie<\/strong>: iMovie is a solid starting place as far as mobile editing goes. While there are many free apps available, iMovie\u2019s low price of $4.99 is completely worth it considering its endless capabilities. Not to mention, it\u2019s easy to use!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Splice<\/strong>: Splice was developed by GoPro Inc., so you know it means business. The platform is filled with effects, transitions, and filters, so every video is as unique as the next. Oh, not to mention, Splice is 100% free without ads!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Online Software<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>YouTube Editor<\/strong>: Ah, old reliable. YouTube itself has an editor for transitions and text. While it\u2019s capabilities are limited, it\u2019s perfect for editing standard videos with ease.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lightworks<\/strong>: Lightworks is an advanced and intuitive video editing tool. It\u2019s even been used to editing some of the top Hollywood films! Lightworks offers both free and pro versions to best fit the needs of its users. For standard YouTube editing, the free version will be more than suitable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to Monitor the Performance of Your Videos<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class='wp-caption alignnone sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,q_70,t_postImgF_d\/v1622901875\/blog\/analytics_sx10fi.jpg' alt=''\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Analyzing video growth is vital for any YouTube channel. It\u2019s important to know what\u2019s working and what elements are the cause for success. To properly monitor your channel\u2019s performance, here are some points to pay attention to.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Video Views<\/li>\n<li>Subscriber Growth<\/li>\n<li>Traffic Sources<\/li>\n<li>Demographics<\/li>\n<li>Retention<\/li>\n<li>Video Shares<\/li>\n<li>Review Comments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re new to YouTube or posting videos every day, it\u2019s important to keep these selling points in mind to optimize the productivity of your channel and to boost your sales.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>Are you a social influencer? Want to make money with your creativity? Monetize on your designs by opening a 100% FREE online shop today!<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a id=\"link2SSP\" class=\"standard-btn mermaid-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open your own shop<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>YouTube is known as a video-based search engine. 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