Are you ready to truly master YouTube SEO and rise above the noise? In this article, I’m going to show you how to not just get high scores on tools like TubeBuddy or VidIQ, but to rank at the top of YouTube every time someone searches for your expertise. Forget about the fake scoring tools—let’s get real about YouTube SEO domination.
What Does “Mastering YouTube SEO” Really Mean?
When most people talk about mastering YouTube SEO, they refer to scoring high according to tools like TubeBuddy or VidIQ, but those scores can often be misleading. For example, let’s take a look at the channel of Nicholeen Peck, who ranks at the top of YouTube for the search term “how to discipline a child that lies and steals.” Despite her high ranking, her VidIQ score is a mere 32 out of 100. In the last week alone, she’s generated 821 views from this video. So, if she’s ranking at the top, does that score really matter?
Let’s look at another example. Jason Schroeder also ranks at the top for a specific question, “how to discipline a child that lies and steals,” with a VidIQ score of 51. But despite this modest score, he’s managed to generate 27,000 views on his channel, which has the same number of subscribers.
And when I search for “how to check YouTube keyword ranking,” I’m ranking on the first page, even though my VidIQ score is only 68 out of 100. The point is, these scores don’t always reflect your actual success in ranking high on YouTube. So, what truly leads to top rankings and success?
Real YouTube Domination: The Numbers Don’t Lie
Let’s dive into the real data to understand how YouTube domination works. Take a look at Jason Schroeder’s channel: we’ve been tracking his views over the last 90 days, comparing them to the previous 90 days. The result? Views from search went up from 79,000 to 87,000 in just three months. These are numbers that matter—not fake scores. The same goes for Nicholeen Peck, who experienced a 10% increase in views from search on her parenting channel.
This is what true YouTube domination looks like: consistent, organic growth through the power of SEO.
The Key to YouTube Domination: Keyword Research
Now, let’s talk about how to achieve this level of success. It all starts with finding the right keywords—the questions your target audience is asking. For instance, when I helped Noelle Randall, an expert in Airbnb real estate investing, optimize her channel, we focused on answering specific questions like, “How to become a real estate investor with no money?” In February, she ranked at the top for this question. By July, she was consistently ranking high for many more keywords, moving from a score of 3 to 15.75. This is the magic of keyword research and strategic content creation.
The key takeaway here is that by targeting specific questions that your ideal audience is searching for, you can create content that ranks at the top of YouTube. By comparing topics and refining your focus, you can make sure that your videos are aligned with your target audience’s needs. Over time, this will lead to higher rankings and more views.
The Strategy: Create Content That Ranks
So, how do you make sure your videos rank at the top of YouTube? It’s all about the content you create. If you create videos that directly address the questions people are searching for, you’ll be well on your way to ranking high. It’s not just about having a good score; it’s about meeting the needs of your audience and creating content they’ll engage with.
In another video I’ve created, I dive deep into how to craft the right kind of content on YouTube and get it to rank. You can check it out here. In this video, I break down step-by-step how you can implement this strategy on your own channel, ensuring that you’re not just creating content, but creating content that ranks.
Ready to Dominate YouTube?
Mastering YouTube SEO isn’t about chasing scores. It’s about creating strategic, valuable content that resonates with your audience and ranks high in search results. Focus on the right keywords, craft compelling videos, and watch your views skyrocket. With the right approach, YouTube domination is within your reach.
Now, go ahead and implement these strategies on your own channel, and you’ll be well on your way to dominating YouTube search results!
