Okay, so you want to make money on YouTube,
but you're thinking maybe YouTube shorts in 2023.
Okay.
And you don't want to film anything yourself.
Interesting.
Well, we found this YouTube video
from a channel called Mr. Race.
Okay.
And he says he has this method for doing just that.
All right.
The video is called Copy and Paste YouTube Shorts
and Earn Money 2023.
Okay.
2.4 million dollar proofo.
Make money online.
Wow.
Yeah, you heard that right.
2.4 million dollars per month.
Okay.
A little skeptical, but also intrigued.
So let's unpack this.
What I find so interesting about this is that it's banking
on the fact that YouTube shorts creators can now earn ad revenue,
which is a pretty big deal.
Yeah.
Right.
This means there's a potential income stream
for creators who might not be comfortable
making longer videos or appearing on camera.
Okay, I see where this is going.
Yeah.
So tell me about this Copy and Paste method.
Okay.
How's this guy supposedly making millions?
So the core idea is you find trending content on TikTok.
Okay.
And in the video, he uses funny cat videos as an example.
You download the video without the watermark.
Okay.
Then use a tool like Canva to make some slight modifications.
Well done.
Mm-hmm.
Is that a little legally questionable?
Yeah.
It definitely raises some questions about copyright
and fair use, even with modifications,
using someone else's work without permission
could lead to some serious legal trouble.
Yeah.
That doesn't sound like a risk worth taking.
No.
But let's assume for a minute.
Okay.
That this strategy is somehow okay.
All right.
What else does he recommend?
The next step is adding text overlays
to the repurposed videos.
Things like how funny is this?
Or rate this cat video from one to 10.
Right.
The idea is to encourage comments and interaction.
Okay.
Which can help boost a video's visibility.
Hmm.
Interesting.
Yeah.
I can see how that might work.
Right.
People love to share their opinions.
Especially on something lighthearted, like a cat video,
it plays into that need.
Exactly.
For social connection and validation.
Absolutely.
Is that what he's getting at?
By prompting viewers to comment.
Yeah.
You're tapping into some basic psychological principles.
Okay.
People are more likely to engage
when they feel like they're part of a conversation.
Yeah.
Or a community.
Okay.
So we've got the questionable content sourcing
and the engagement boosting tactics.
Right, yeah.
Where does the money come in?
So is it just from the ad revenue?
He actually suggests layering on click bank affiliate marketing.
Click bank.
Which is where you promote other people's products.
Okay.
And earn a commission.
Got it.
For every sale you generate.
In the video, he uses his own YouTube training program
as an example.
Okay.
Called YouTuber Pro.
YouTuber Pro.
Claiming users can make $40,000 per month.
$40,000 a month.
No.
Whether that's a realistic claim.
Yeah, I was about to say.
Another discussion entirely.
$40,000 a month sounds a bit far-fetched.
It does.
Even if this whole copy and paste thing worked voluously.
Right.
It kind of makes you wonder
if this whole video is just a big sales pitch
for his own product.
It's definitely a possibility.
And it's something viewers should be aware of.
For sure.
It's always important to be cautious.
Right.
About promises of easy money online.
Especially when someone is pushing their own product
as the solution.
Ethically dubious content aside.
Okay.
How does this guy say you should find a niche?
Well.
Is it as simple as just searching YouTube shorts?
He does mention searching for things like hashtag shorts
plus funny cats to find what's trending.
Right.
But just because something is popular
doesn't mean it's easy to break into.
Right.
In fact, a broad niche like funny cats.
Yeah.
Is likely incredibly competitive.
Yeah, he briefly touches on this idea.
Okay.
When he talks about finding videos.
Right.
That don't require you to show your face.
Uh-huh.
Is that a valid way to carve out a space for yourself?
It could be a factor.
Okay.
Especially if you're uncomfortable being on camera.
Right.
But it's not a guarantee of success.
Okay.
You still need to find a way.
Right.
To make your content stand out from the crowd.
Even if you're not the one.
Okay.
Creating the original visuals.
He also mentions searching for videos
that have zero competition.
Mm-hmm.
Is that even possible on a platform as vast as YouTube?
Yeah.
You're absolutely right.
Like there has to be someone out there.
Yeah.
Making videos about.
It's highly unlikely to find a niche.
With absolutely zero competition.
Right.
There's always someone creating content.
Of course.
No matter how niche the topic.
Right.
The key is to find a specific sub-niche.
Okay.
Within a broader category.
Okay.
Instead of funny cats.
Yeah.
You can focus on funny cats reacting to magic tricks.
Right.
Or something equally specific.
Finding that sweet spot.
Exactly.
Where there's enough interest to build an audience.
Right.
But not so much competition.
Yeah.
That you get lost in the noise.
Exactly.
That makes a lot of sense.
Yeah.
Okay.
So we've talked about the ethical red flags.
The content creation strategy.
Right.
And the importance of niche selection.
Yeah.
What else does this video cover?
He stresses the importance of watch time.
Watch time.
Which is how long people actually watch your videos.
Okay.
This is a major factor.
Got it.
In how YouTube's algorithm.
Uh huh.
Decides which videos to promote and recommend.
So the longer people watch the better.
Exactly.
Right.
The longer people watch.
Yeah.
The more YouTube sees your video as engaging.
Uh huh.
And worth sharing.
And how does that tie into.
All right.
The copy and paste method.
See.
And those text overlays he was talking about.
And those text overlays are designed to keep people watching.
Okay.
Even if they've minimized the video.
Right.
Or doing something else while it plays in the background.
So it's all about.
It's all about maximizing that watch time.
To get your shorts seen by a wider audience.
That makes sense.
Yeah.
So for our listener.
Yeah.
If they're serious about making money with shorts.
Right.
Watch time is a key metric to understand.
It is.
It's not just about getting views.
Yeah.
It's about keeping people engaged.
Precisely.
That's true.
It's about creating an experience that people find valuable.
And want to watch all the way through.
Right.
Now of course there's more to it than just that.
Right.
YouTube's algorithm is complex.
And takes a lot of factors into account.
Yeah.
But watch time is definitely a major one.
All right.
So we've covered a lot of ground here.
Yeah.
We've explored this copy and paste method.
Uh huh.
For YouTube shorts.
Yeah.
But it's clear.
Yeah.
There are some serious ethical concerns.
Definitely.
To consider.
Right.
Plus.
Yeah.
The claims about earning potential need to be taken
with the grain of salt.
For sure.
I'm curious to dig into this click bank strategy.
Okay.
A little deeper.
All right.
Let's explore that in the next part of our deep talk.
Sounds good.
So click bank.
Okay.
It's a platform.
Uh huh.
That connects product creators.
Right.
With affiliate marketers.
Okay.
Basically people who promote those products.
Right.
In exchange for a commission.
Okay.
Mr. Reeves is suggesting that you find products.
Yeah.
Related to your shorts content.
Yeah.
And include affiliate links.
Okay.
In your video descriptions.
So if you're making shorts using funny cat videos.
Exactly.
You might promote cat toys.
Uh huh.
Or pet insurance.
Exactly.
Uh huh.
The idea is to leverage your audience.
Right.
And their interests.
Got it.
And generate sales.
Okay.
Mr. Race even provides a sample call to action.
Oh.
Something like.
Yeah.
Wanna learn how to train your cat to do amazing tricks.
Uh huh.
Check out this awesome course.
Right.
And then include your affiliate link.
Clever.
Yeah.
But doesn't this just add another layer.
Yeah.
Of ethical complexity.
You bring up a valid point.
Like we're already talking about.
It does.
Potentially profiting.
Yeah.
From content that isn't even original.
Right.
And the potential to profit.
Right.
From recommending products to people.
Uh huh.
Who might be clicking on that link.
Yeah.
Based on the strength of the stolen cat video.
It raises questions about.
Right.
Transparency and authenticity.
Yeah.
Are you genuinely recommending a product.
Because you believe in it.
Or are you just trying to capitalize.
Yeah.
On the popularity of your shorts.
Right.
Even if the content isn't truly yours.
And how do viewers know.
Yeah.
Whether to trust your recommendations.
Right.
Or if you're promoting a subpar product.
That's why.
Yeah.
Clear disclosure is crucial.
Okay.
If you're using affiliate links.
Yeah.
You need to be up front with your audience.
About that relationship.
Right.
Let them know that you might earn a commission.
Got it.
If they make a purchase through your link.
Right.
That way they can make an informed decision.
So it sounds like.
Even if.
Right.
This copy and paste method.
Yeah.
Were ethically sound.
Uh huh.
Which is a big if.
Yeah.
There are a lot of ethical considerations.
Right.
When it comes to the click bank strategy.
Yeah.
It's not as simple as.
Right.
Just slapping an affiliate link in your description.
Uh huh.
And watching the money roll in.
Yeah.
It requires a lot of thought.
Where.
And careful consideration.
Yeah.
You need to think about.
Your audience.
Uh huh.
Your reputation.
Right.
And the long term implications.
Right.
Of your actions.
So are you okay.
Yeah.
With potentially compromising your integrity.
Right.
For a quick buck.
We've talked a lot about the potential downsides.
Of this method.
Uh huh.
But yeah.
Stepping back.
Yeah.
Is there anything inherently wrong.
Hmm.
With the idea of affiliate marketing itself.
So what if you were creating your own original.
Shorts content.
Affiliate marketing can be.
All right.
A legitimate way to earn income online.
Right.
But it has to be done.
Uh huh.
Ethically and transparently.
Okay.
If you have a genuine interest in a product.
Yeah.
And you believe it would be beneficial.
Right.
To your audience.
Then recommending it through an affiliate link.
Okay.
Can be a win-win situation.
I got ya.
You're providing value to your viewers.
Right.
And earning a commission for your efforts.
Okay.
That makes sense.
Yeah.
So it's not so much about.
It all comes down to your values and your approach.
Okay.
Building a sustainable online business.
Hmm.
Or really any kind of business.
Uh huh.
Is about building trust.
Right.
And fostering genuine connections.
And that's not something you can achieve.
Right.
With shortcuts and shady tactics.
Absolutely.
Great.
If you're in it for the long haul.
Yeah.
You need to focus on creating valuable content.
Mm hmm.
That resonates with your target audience.
Right.
Think about what problems you can solve.
Okay.
What information you can share.
Got it.
What entertainment you can provide.
Right.
If you focus on providing value.
Uh huh.
The money will follow.
So for our listener.
Right.
We're feeling discouraged.
Yeah.
By all the ethical landmines we've uncovered.
Right.
What's a more realistic.
Mm hmm.
An ethical path.
It starts with.
Yeah.
Finding your unique voice and perspective.
Okay.
What are you passionate about.
Right.
What knowledge or skills can you share with the world.
Once you have a clear idea.
Yeah.
Of your niche.
Right.
You can start creating original content.
Okay.
That genuinely reflects your interests and expertise.
That sounds a lot more fulfilling.
It is.
Than just copying and pasting other people's work.
There's a certain satisfaction.
Yeah.
That comes from creating something from scratch.
Right.
From pouring your heart and soul into your work.
Mm hmm.
And audiences can sense that authenticity.
Okay.
So we've debunked the copy and paste myth.
Yeah.
And established that genuine content creation
is the way to go.
Uh huh.
But even with original content.
There's still a lot to learn.
Right.
About YouTube's algorithm.
Uh huh.
How to actually get your shorts seen.
Yeah.
Where can our listener go from here?
That's where a deeper understanding of YouTube's
algorithm comes in.
Right.
It's not some mysterious black box.
Right.
It's a system designed to surface.
Okay.
The most relevant and engaging content to viewers.
Gotcha.
And while we can't control.
Right.
Everything the algorithm does.
Yeah.
We can definitely influence its decisions.
Good.
By understanding how it works.
So it's not just about.
Definitely not.
Uploading a video and hoping for the best.
You need to think strategically.
Okay.
About your content.
From the initial idea.
Right.
To the final upload.
We've already touched on the importance of watch time.
Yeah.
But there are other key factors.
Okay.
To consider as well.
Like what?
Well I wouldn't call them secrets exactly.
Okay.
But there are definitely some best practices.
Right.
That can significantly boost.
Uh huh.
Your chances of success.
Okay.
It all comes down to understanding.
Right.
What the algorithm is looking for.
Yeah.
And then optimizing your content accordingly.
This is getting really interesting.
I'm ready to dive into those best practices.
Okay.
And learn how to make the algorithm work.
Right.
In our listeners favor.
Yeah.
Let's pick this up in the next part of our deep dive.
Sounds good.
Okay.
So we're ready to crack the YouTube code.
All right.
Let's talk about how to make the algorithm work for our listener.
Yeah.
Not against them.
Okay.
Where do we even begin?
One of the first things the algorithm looks at.
Okay.
Is relevance.
Relevance.
Is your content actually matching what people are searching for.
Got it.
This is where keywords come into play.
Keywords.
Yeah.
Like those things you put in the title and description.
Exactly.
When someone searches for funny cat videos on YouTube.
Okay.
The algorithm scans titles, descriptions, and even closed
captions to find videos.
Okay.
That are a good match.
So if you've used those exact words in your videos metadata.
Right.
You're much more likely to show up.
Exactly.
In the search results.
Okay.
That makes sense.
So using relevant keywords.
Yeah.
Helps your video get found by the right people.
It does.
What else should our listener keep in mind?
Engagement is huge.
Engagement.
The algorithm loves to see videos.
Okay.
That are keeping people hooked.
Okay.
We've talked about watch time.
Right.
But things like likes, comments.
Yeah.
Okay.
And shares.
Gotcha.
Also send strong signals.
Okay.
That your content is resonating.
So it's not just about getting people to click on your video.
Right.
It's about keeping them engaged.
Yeah.
Once they're there.
How do you do that?
Any tips?
Think about what makes you want to watch a video.
Hmm.
All the way through.
Okay.
Is it a compelling story?
Yeah.
It's a surprising twist.
Right.
Useful information.
That's...
Humor.
Yeah.
Try to incorporate those elements into your shorts.
Right.
To keep people glued to the screen.
So even though shorts are short.
Right.
You still need to think about...
You do.
Things like pacing.
Yes.
Storytelling.
Yeah.
And hooks.
Absolutely.
Just like you would with a longer video.
You only have a limited amount of time to grab someone's attention.
Okay.
So you need to make every second count.
Got it.
Start strong.
Uh-huh.
Build momentum.
Okay.
And leave people wanting more.
It sounds like there's a real art.
There is.
To crafting successful YouTube shorts.
It's about understanding.
Yeah.
The platform.
Uh-huh.
The algorithm.
Okay.
And most importantly, your audience.
Your audience.
What do they want to see?
What will resonate with them?
Speaking of audience.
Okay.
This guy in the video.
Yeah.
Mr. Reese.
Mm-hmm.
He talks about...
Yeah.
Finding niches with low competition.
Right.
But we already debunked the idea.
Right.
That there's such a thing as the idea of...
A thing is zero competition.
Yeah.
So how does someone find their unique space on YouTube?
It's about combining your passions.
With what people are actually searching for.
Right.
Start by brainstorming a list of topics.
Okay.
You're knowledgeable or excited about.
Got it.
Then use YouTube's search bar.
Okay.
To see what kind of content already exists in those areas.
So if I'm passionate about, say, knitting.
Yeah.
I would search knitting tutorials.
Exactly.
Or knitting for beginners.
Uh-huh.
To see what's already out there.
Pay attention to the videos that are ranking well.
Okay.
What are they doing right?
Right.
Can you identify any gaps in the content?
Maybe there's a specific knitting technique.
Okay.
That isn't well covered.
Right.
Or maybe you can bring a fresh perspective to a popular topic.
So it's about finding that intersection.
Exactly.
Between what you love.
Right.
And what people are looking for.
Yeah.
And then of course, optimizing your shorts with the right keyword.
Uh-huh.
Engaging content.
Right.
And all those other tips we've discussed.
It's not a magic bullet.
Right.
But by focusing on these key areas.
Yeah.
You can significantly increase your chances of getting your shorts seen.
Right.
And building a loyal audience.
Exactly.
And remember, consistency is key.
So even if you don't go viral overnight.
Yeah.
Keep creating.
Keep experimenting.
And keep learning.
Keep learning.
Success on YouTube is a marathon.
That's a great analogy.
Not a sprint.
Building a successful YouTube channel takes time.
Right.
Effort.
Yeah.
And a willingness to adapt and evolve.
Uh-huh.
The landscape is constantly changing.
Right.
So stay curious.
Okay.
Stay informed.
Gotcha.
And never stop learning.
Well, I think we've given our listener a lot to think about today.
I think so too.
We started with a deep dive.
Yeah.
Into this copy and paste method.
Right.
Uncovered some ethical concerns.
My family.
And then explored.
Yeah.
A more authentic and sustainable path.
Uh-huh.
To YouTube's short success.
For sure.
Any final words of wisdom for our listener?
The internet is full of shortcuts and schemes.
Yeah.
Promising easy money.
Right.
But true success comes from creating genuine value.
Uh-huh.
And connecting with your audience authentically.
Right.
Focus on those things.
Yeah.
And you'll be well on your way.
Oh yeah.
To building a thriving online presence.
That's a great takeaway.
So for our listener.
Yeah.
Remember there's no substitute for hard work.
Creativity and a genuine desire to connect with your audience.
Yeah.
Now go out there.
Go out there.
Make some awesome shorts.
And have fun doing it.
Have fun.