3 biggest struggles every small YouTuber faces. (and how to beat them)

Hey there, friend!

Let's be real for a second: starting a YouTube channel isn't easy. Trust me—I’ve been exactly where you are. Struggling to get those first videos filmed, edited, and out the door, unsure if your ideas are even good enough, and worrying constantly about whether you've picked the right niche.

Today, I want to talk openly about the three biggest struggles every small YouTuber faces and share exactly how you can overcome them.

1. The Video Creation Challenge:

   Learning to film, script, and edit can feel like climbing a mountain without a map. But here's the good news: you don't have to master it overnight. Focus on improving just a little bit with every video. Consistency is way more important than perfection.

   There are fantastic (and free!) resources online—like editing tutorials on YouTube or scripting guides. Set aside dedicated time each week to practice and watch your skills steadily grow.
   

2. Doing Effective Research (What Actually Works?):

   Ever felt overwhelmed figuring out what content your viewers actually want? You're not alone. The reality is, great ideas matter—but understanding trends, search volumes, and knowing which thumbnails attract clicks matters even more.

   Personally, I use a tool called VidIQ to handle this easily. It shows exactly which topics are trending, how competitive they are, and helps me optimize titles and thumbnails so my videos get noticed. If you're serious about growth, you can try it 30 days for just 1$ with this link: https://vidiq.com/warrenstick
   

3. Niche Indecision and Fear of Starting:

   Feeling stuck because you're unsure about your niche? Constantly jumping around from topic to topic, never really committing?

   Here's the truth: You have to give yourself room to experiment. But commit to at least 20 long-form videos before making any big decisions. That's enough to give you real data and clarity. Trust me, the results might surprise you.

I understand these struggles deeply because I lived them myself when starting my YouTube journey. But here's what I learned: It's all possible. Just start, stay consistent, and keep improving step by step.

You’ve got this—I genuinely believe in you.

I'd love to hear from you in the comments of my newest video. What's your biggest YouTube struggle right now? Reply and let’s tackle it together!

Stay inspired,

Warren Stick