Whether writing a blog, posting videos, or working on that perfectly hilarious/philosophical/topical/[insert your own here] social media post, the early stages of building an online presence can be incredibly lonely. You might spend hours brainstorming ideas, perfecting your content, and hitting “post,” only to hear crickets.

Let me tell you from personal experience that growing a YouTube channel (or any social media account) is not just about numbers but also about building a community and a sense of belonging. The weekly grind of creating compelling videos and being consistent with uploads can be challenging. At times, you might feel you're going nowhere fast. However, a critical but often overlooked factor is engaging with your audience through comments.