Harnessing YouTube for Smart Content Consumption

This guide will assist you in utilizing YouTube as an educational platform while providing excellent suggestions to enhance your learning journey!

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I invest in YouTube Premium for just $5 monthly, and I can confidently say that I’ve always gained far more value than what I pay. The wealth of knowledge available on YouTube is easily worth between $1000 and $2000 each month.

This isn’t an exaggeration! When we compare this to many courses and coaching programs, it becomes clear. For instance, an IT course may cost around $500, yet there are numerous free alternatives on YouTube. The key difference lies in finding the best content among the vast array of options and engaging in self-directed practice. Many traditional courses offer structured practice and additional reading materials.

You can navigate this by Googling specific queries or asking ChatGPT for examples tailored to your needs. For instance, I’m currently enrolled in writing and philosophy classes, and I also save valuable videos to my Watch Later list from my recommendations.

Thus, I derive real value, which could equal $1000 to $2000 worth of education, all while only spending $5.

Isn’t that a fantastic deal?!

If you choose not to subscribe to YouTube Premium, you’ll be bombarded with ads and have to wait for the next video. Additionally, you’ll miss out on some premium features. I genuinely appreciate YouTube for its extensive resources, including:

• Courses
• Coaches
• Lectures
• Tutorials

All for just $5.

For those who primarily use YouTube for entertainment, the cost may seem trivial. However, if you approach the platform strategically, you can access all these resources and even enjoy YouTube Music Premium for the same price.

How can you begin to use YouTube more effectively?

Here’s a checklist to help you curate the right content on YouTube for personal growth:

1. Unsubscribe from channels that don’t serve your interests.
2. Subscribe to channels that provide helpful content.
3. Use the “Not Interested” option for videos that don’t appeal to you.
4. Select “Don’t Recommend This Channel” for unwanted suggestions from specific channels.
5. Start adding videos to your Watch Later list.
6. When you have some free time, watch several videos from that list.
7. Like the videos you enjoyed and save them to your favorites for future viewing.
8. If you find a valuable playlist, save it for easy access later.
9. Keep track of your progress in a particular course using a note-taking app, adding links to playlists you wish to revisit.
10. Use the YouTube search bar to discover videos and playlists that offer value.

This comprehensive guide empowers you to transform YouTube into a learning platform. You can find any content you desire and organize it into playlists for easy access. The platform’s recommendation system will continually suggest similar videos based on your viewing habits, ensuring a steady stream of fresh content!

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