King Sasanka – Sri Lankan Writer & Retired Aviation Professional.

Unlock the secrets to earning income from your social media creations through affiliate marketing, even before meeting traditional monetisation requirements. This powerful strategy involves partnering with brands to earn a commission on sales made via your unique referral link. Learn how to find relevant products, get your special affiliate links, and share with your audience in video descriptions, blog posts, or bios. While not a get-rich-quick scheme, affiliate marketing can generate a steady side income, helping you focus on your passion without the constant pressure of chasing monetisation goals.  

Growing a YouTube channel as a small vlogger or blogger can be rewarding and challenging, especially when reaching monetisation thresholds like watch hours. Drawing from experience and research, here are actionable tips and common pitfalls to help fellow creators avoid setbacks and maximise their growth. What Helps Grow Your Channel 1. Use Attention-Grabbing Titles Titles are your first impression—make them compelling and relevant to your video’s content. Position important keywords at the beginning to boost searchability and click-through rates. 2. Leverage Hashtags and SEO Keywords Strategically use SEO keywords in your titles, descriptions, and tags. Hashtags help categorise your content and make it discoverable to a wider audience. Stick to three relevant hashtags per video for best results. 3. Organise Content with Playlists Create playlists to encourage binge-watching. When one video ends, the next begins, increasing your total watch time and keeping viewers engaged...