Hey friends! 👋
So many people ask me, “Vinaya, how did you start your YouTube channel?”
And honestly, the answer is simple – I just started with what I had.
Let me share my small journey. Maybe you’re also planning to create your own YouTube channel – so this might help ❤️
🎥 Step 1: I Didn’t Wait for Perfection
I didn’t have ring light, DSLR camera, or high-end mic.
I used my basic phone camera and natural light from my window.
I said to myself:
“It’s okay to be raw, but let me be real.”
That’s how I uploaded my first video. No filters. Just confidence.
🧠 Step 2: I Shared What I Know
I didn’t follow trends blindly. I asked myself:
- What am I good at?
- What do people ask me about often?
- What makes me excited to talk?
That’s how I picked topics like:
- Motivation
- Simple tech tips
- Daily life hacks
I kept it real. I didn’t try to act like someone else.
✂️ Step 3: I Learned Editing Slowly
In the beginning, I used free apps like InShot and Canva.
Now I know a bit of CapCut and Filmora too.
Each day I learnt a new trick – how to add background music, how to add text, how to keep audio clear.
I never became perfect, but I became better.
📊 Step 4: I Watched My Audience, Not My Views
In the beginning, views were low. But one or two people used to comment “Nice video akka” or “Thank you for this”.
That’s when I realised:
“Views can grow later, but audience connection is real gold.”
So I replied to every comment with heart ❤️ and stayed consistent.
✅ Step 5: I Treated My Channel Like My Baby
I didn’t give up. Some videos flopped, some got likes, some went unnoticed.
Still, I kept uploading because this channel is my dream.
I made a posting schedule. I added a proper description, title, hashtags – I took my channel seriously.
Now it’s slowly growing.
💬 My Advice If You’re Starting Now
- Don’t wait for perfect gear – use what you have.
- Be consistent, not perfect.
- Choose your niche (travel, cooking, tips, motivation – whatever excites you).
- Don’t compare your channel with others.
- Celebrate small wins – 10 views, 1 comment, even 1 subscriber. They matter!
Thanks for reading my journey 😊
If you’re thinking to start your YouTube channel, start today.
Don’t overthink. Press record. Speak from your heart. ❤️
Wanna know how I made my first thumbnail using Canva? Let me know in comments or DM me!
Stay confident,
– Vinaya 🎬