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Yo Naija creators! Want to build a YouTube channel that bangs like Tayo Aina’s? Then hold tight, cos we’re about to drop some Naija-flavoured knowledge based on his tried-and-tested tactics. Forget oyibos, these tips are straight from the streets, sharpened with pepper:
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- Fall in love with the hustle: This ain’t all glitz and glam, bros. You gotta love filming, editing, scripting, researching – the whole shebang. If it feels like chores, your channel go chop breakfast quick.
- Watch, watch, and watch some more: Soak up YouTube like eba. When Tayo started, he devoured 20 videos a day. No be small thing, but that’s how you learn the game.
- Forget fam love (for now): Mama might not get your vlogging dream and even your friends go yarn “when you go blow?” Ignore dem. The real test is when strangers start vibing to your content.
- Value over vanity: Focus on making something dope, something people can learn from or enjoy. Money go follow if you dey deliver.
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- 10k subs is the real hustle: Getting to that point tough, but its like climbing mount Kilimanjaro: no pain, no gain.
- Get a side hustle if patience thin: Building online takes time, fam. You need strong mind like pounded yam. While you wait, get a regular job to keep the lights on.
- Start broad, then go deep: Like learning pidgin, start with plenty videos, different styles. See what your audience like, then focus on making those even better.
- Thumbnail and title be king: This your online handshake. A banging thumbnail and title can turn 50k views into millions. No dulling!
- Marry your passion with the market: What you love and what people want, that’s the sweet spot. Try different things, see wetin resonate, then double down. Tayo started with real estate, travel, and business stories. Find your own mix!
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- Think local, go global: You don’t need Eiffel Tower to make fire travel content. Start with Naija! Showcase Lagos streets, tell stories about Eko Atlantic, explore hidden gems. The world will wait.
- Money good, but why you dey create? If na just cash you want, you go japa fast. This thing hard, oga. Figure out your “why” before you start. Read “Start with Why” by Simon Sinek, e go guide you.
- Embrace your Naija flavour: What makes you different? Your accent, your jokes, your way of seeing the world. Flaunt it! That’s your secret sauce.
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Remember, building a YouTube empire takes time, sweat, and plenty of indomie breaks. But with these Naija-approved tips and Tayo Aina’s wisdom, you well on your way to becoming the next big YouTube star. So grab your phone, hit record, and let your Naija flag fly!
Check Out Tayo’s Post On X here
https://x.com/tayoainafilms/status/1752421904105820382?s=20
