Niche Validation for YouTube

Workflow steps

1. 1Find rising channelsIdentify 10 channels under 50k subs growing fast in the niche.Rising channels prove the niche is open, not saturated.
2. 2Check view-to-sub ratioValidate that channels have higher view counts than sub counts.High view-to-sub ratios indicate algorithm love.
3. 3Search keyword volumeRun target keywords through TubeBuddy and VidIQ to check demand.No volume equals no traffic, no matter how good your video.
4. 4Map the revenue modelIdentify how the top channels in the niche monetize: ads, sponsors, products.A niche with no clear monetization is a hobby.
5. 5Test with 3 videosPublish 3 videos in the niche before committing to a 90 day plan.Three videos is enough signal without burning months.
6. 6Commit or pivotDecide after 30 days based on real data, not gut feel.Most creators quit too early or too late; data is the answer.