Create engaging YouTube Community Tab posts that boost engagement, promote videos, and keep subscribers active between uploads
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# YouTube Community Posts: Weekly Plan **CHANNEL NICHE:** Tech Reviews / Gadgets **POSTING FREQUENCY:** 3-4 posts per week **GOALS:** Keep subscribers engaged, promote videos, gather feedback --- ## POST 1: POLL - OPINION GATHERING **Post Type:** Poll **Best Day:** Monday or Tuesday **Poll Question:** ``` Honest question: What matters MOST to you when buying a new phone? ``` **Poll Options:** - Camera quality - Battery life - Price - Software/updates **Supporting Text:** ``` I am planning my next comparison video and want to focus on what actually matters to YOU. Vote and let me know in the comments if I missed something important! ``` **Why This Works:** - Gets audience involved in content decisions - Reveals what to emphasize in videos - Easy engagement (one tap to vote) - Comments add discussion - Makes subscribers feel heard **Expected Engagement:** Very High (polls always perform well) --- ## POST 2: IMAGE - BEHIND THE SCENES **Post Type:** Image Post **Best Day:** Wednesday **Image Suggestion:** Photo of your desk setup with multiple phones/devices being tested, or a messy workspace with review units **Post Text:** ``` Current situation: 6 phones on my desk and I have lost track of which charger goes to which. The things I do for comparison videos... Which one should I review next? 1. Budget phones under $300 2. Flagship cameras compared 3. Gaming phone showdown 4. Best phone for battery life Most popular answer in comments wins! ``` **Why This Works:** - Behind-the-scenes builds connection - Relatable humor about the chaos - Turns into content voting - Image stops the scroll - Multiple engagement points (like, comment, discuss) **Expected Engagement:** High --- ## POST 3: VIDEO PROMOTION - NEW UPLOAD **Post Type:** Video Link + Text **Best Day:** Same day as video upload (2-4 hours after) **Post Text:** ``` NEW VIDEO: I used the iPhone and Samsung as my only phones for 30 days. The winner was NOT what I expected. One of them is going back in the box forever. Watch to see which one and why. [Video Link] Have you tried both? Drop your experience below! ``` **Why This Works:** - Teases outcome without spoiling - Creates curiosity gap - Invites discussion from viewers - Drives immediate clicks - Comments boost video in algorithm **Expected Engagement:** Medium-High (depends on video topic appeal) --- ## POST 4: TEXT - QUESTION/DISCUSSION **Post Type:** Text Only **Best Day:** Thursday or Friday **Post Text:** ``` Unpopular opinion: Flagship phones are a waste of money for 90% of people. A $400 phone does everything a $1200 phone does for daily use. Change my mind. Or agree with me. I want to hear your take in the comments. ``` **Why This Works:** - Hot take sparks debate - Both sides will comment to argue - Shows personality and opinions - No image needed, pure discussion - Can reference this in future videos **Expected Engagement:** Very High (controversial takes drive comments) --- ## POST 5: POLL - FUN/ENGAGEMENT **Post Type:** Poll **Best Day:** Weekend (Saturday or Sunday) **Poll Question:** ``` Be honest: How old is the phone you are using RIGHT NOW? ``` **Poll Options:** - Less than 1 year - 1-2 years old - 2-3 years old - 3+ years (still going strong) **Supporting Text:** ``` No judgment! I am curious how long people actually keep their phones. I will share the results in my next video! ``` **Why This Works:** - Personal question everyone can answer - Reveals interesting audience data - Creates content for future video - Weekend = more casual scrolling - Low effort, high engagement **Expected Engagement:** Very High --- ## POST 6: IMAGE - TEASER/COMING SOON **Post Type:** Image Post **Best Day:** 1-2 days before video upload **Image Suggestion:** Blurred or partially hidden photo of upcoming review product, or screenshot from editing timeline **Post Text:** ``` Something BIG is coming on Thursday. Hint: It is a device everyone has been asking me to review. Any guesses? First person to guess correctly gets a shoutout in the video! ``` **Why This Works:** - Builds anticipation for upcoming video - Gamifies engagement (guessing game) - Shoutout incentive drives comments - Creates buzz before upload - Warms up audience for launch **Expected Engagement:** High --- ## POST 7: VIDEO PROMOTION - OLDER VIDEO **Post Type:** Video Link + Text **Best Day:** Any day with no new content **Post Text:** ``` In case you missed it: This video from last month has been helping a LOT of people. How to Make Your Old Phone Feel NEW Again If your phone is feeling slow, give this a watch. Takes 10 minutes and actually works. [Video Link] Did any of these tips help you? Let me know! ``` **Why This Works:** - Resurfaces evergreen content - Helps new subscribers discover old videos - Frames it as helpful, not self-promotional - Drives watch time on existing library - Can do weekly with different old videos **Expected Engagement:** Medium --- ## COMMUNITY POST TYPES GUIDE | Post Type | Best For | Engagement Level | Effort | |-----------|----------|------------------|--------| | Poll | Opinions, feedback, fun questions | Very High | Low | | Image | Behind-the-scenes, teasers, memes | High | Low | | Text Only | Hot takes, discussions, updates | Medium-High | Very Low | | Video Link | Promoting new or old videos | Medium | Very Low | | GIF | Reactions, celebrations, humor | Medium | Low | --- ## WEEKLY POSTING SCHEDULE | Day | Post Type | Purpose | |-----|-----------|--------| | Monday | Poll | Start week with easy engagement | | Wednesday | Image/BTS | Mid-week connection | | Thursday | New Video Promo | Support upload day | | Saturday | Fun Poll or Discussion | Weekend casual engagement | **Note:** Adjust based on your upload schedule. Always post video promos on upload days. --- ## POLL IDEAS BY NICHE ### Tech/Gadgets: - iPhone or Android? - How much would you pay for a phone? - Most important feature when buying? - How often do you upgrade? ### Gaming: - Console or PC? - Favorite game genre? - How many hours do you game per week? - Most anticipated upcoming game? ### Fitness: - Morning or evening workouts? - Gym or home workouts? - Favorite type of exercise? - How many days do you work out? ### Cooking: - Sweet or savory? - Cooking skill level? - Favorite cuisine? - Quick meals or elaborate recipes? ### Personal Finance: - Do you budget monthly? - Investing: stocks, crypto, real estate, or none? - Biggest money struggle? - Save or invest extra money? --- ## POST TEXT FORMULAS ### For Polls: ``` [Direct question]? [Why you are asking or context] [Invite comments for more detail] ``` ### For Image Posts: ``` [Attention-grabbing first line] [Context or story about the image] [Question or call to action] ``` ### For Video Promos: ``` [NEW VIDEO or hook statement] [Tease the content without spoiling] [Video link] [Discussion question related to video] ``` ### For Discussion Posts: ``` [Hot take or controversial opinion] [Brief reasoning] [Invite debate: agree or disagree] ``` ### For Teasers: ``` [Something exciting is coming] [Hint or partial reveal] [Guessing game or anticipation builder] ``` --- ## ENGAGEMENT BOOSTERS | Tactic | How to Use | |--------|------------| | Ask questions | End every post with a question | | Create debate | Polarizing topics drive comments | | Use games | Guessing games, challenges, votes | | Respond to comments | First hour is crucial for algorithm | | Be personal | Share opinions, not just info | | Use timely topics | Reference current events in niche | | Shoutout promises | Incentivize engagement | --- ## BEST TIMES TO POST | Day | Best Times | Why | |-----|------------|-----| | Weekdays | 12-2pm, 7-9pm | Lunch breaks, evening scroll | | Weekends | 10am-12pm, 8-10pm | Morning casual, evening relaxation | | Video upload day | 2-4 hours after video | Catch second wave of viewers | **Pro Tip:** Check your YouTube Analytics for when YOUR subscribers are most active. --- ## COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID | Mistake | Why It Hurts | Fix | |---------|-------------|-----| | Only posting video links | Feels like spam | Mix content types | | Never responding to comments | Kills engagement | Reply in first hour | | Boring poll options | Low participation | Make options interesting | | Posting inconsistently | Audience forgets you | Set a schedule | | No personality | Forgettable | Share opinions and humor | | Ignoring community tab | Missing free reach | Post 3-4x per week | | Same post types always | Fatigue | Rotate poll, image, text | --- ## TRACKING SUCCESS | Metric | Good | Great | Excellent | |--------|------|-------|----------| | Poll Votes | 2% of subs | 5% of subs | 10%+ of subs | | Post Likes | 1% of subs | 3% of subs | 5%+ of subs | | Comments | 20+ | 50+ | 100+ | | Click-through (video links) | 2% | 5% | 10%+ | --- ## CONTENT IDEAS BANK ### Easy Polls (Use Anytime): - This or That questions - Rating scales (1-10 on topic) - Predictions (what will happen with X) - Preferences (favorite X) ### Easy Image Posts: - Behind the scenes/workspace - Sneak peeks of upcoming content - Memes related to your niche - Screenshots with commentary ### Easy Discussion Posts: - Unpopular opinions - Hot takes on news in your niche - Questions you get asked a lot - Personal updates or milestones
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