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🧠 How We Plan Our YouTube Videos (Start to Finish)
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12.6K
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COMMENTS
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OVERVIEW
THINK MEDIA • YOUTUBE • STRATEGY • 2026 • BREAKDOWN
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Title Decode
High Impact
The Expert-Level Triggers
This title leverages the 'Authority Process' pattern. By using 'How We' instead of 'How To', it shifts from a generic tutorial to an expert case study, while '(Start to Finish)' promises a comprehensi...
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Thumbnail X-Ray
Information-complementary
Creator holding a physical signup/diagram + Face
The visual strategy relies on 'Authentic Authority'. The casual handheld shot combined with the professional studio background signals 'I am an expert, but I'm letting you in on a casual secret'. It l...
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Hero's Journey
The '3-Level' Blueprint Narrative Structure
🤫The Hook
🗺️The Reveal
🔬The Process
🖼️The Visuals
📢The Close
Millionaire Hook + Empathy
Key Beat @ 00:00 - 00:43
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Emotion Rollercoaster
This video masterfully transitions the viewer from the anxiety of starting (Level 0) to the confidence of building (Level 3), and finally layering on complex strategy (Level 5), only when the viewer is ready.
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"Intimidation & Overwhelm" → "Clarity & Motivation"
Peak memory @ 00:00 - 00:15
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Money Shots
$83
Education • $12 CPM
Projected Ad Revenue: $83
Education
12.6K views
$12 CPM
3 placements potential integrations
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Content Highlights
Takeaways + Quotes
"The 'Get Going' Phase (Level 1)"
Total 7 highlights
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Full Article
Introduction to the Framework
If you can get these three things right, then you are completely off to the races, and your channel will explode, and you will become a millionaire.
13 sections • 184 paragraphs
HERO'S JOURNEY
Deconstructing the 'Insider Tour' Narrative
🧠 How We Plan Our YouTube Videos (Start to Finish) • 1:04 • 12.6K views
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The Hook
Secret to consistency
00:00 - 00:05
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The Value Proposition
•Uses 'Secrets' trigger word
•Gestures to laptop (physical prop)
•Immediate promise of 'consistency'
•Direct eye contact hook
Hooks the audience by promising a solution to a common pain point (inconsistency).
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The Reveal
Visualizing the system
00:05 - 00:20
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Authority by Demonstration
•Screen recording of complex board
•Demonstrates depth of work
•Establishes authority through visual complexity
•Fast panning keeps retention
Proves expertise by showing a sophisticated, professional-grade system.
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The Process
Research & Titles
00:20 - 00:38
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Tactical Breakdown
•Explains 'Competitor Analysis'
•Introduces 'Title Crew' concept
•Shows team collaboration (Pierre, Nate)
•Emphasizes iteration over luck
Breaks down the abstract 'planning' into concrete, copyable steps like team voting.
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The Visuals
Thumbnail Strategy
00:38 - 00:57
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Optimization Standards
•Thumbnail A/B testing reveal
•Shows failed vs winning designs
•Specific numbers ('3 to 4 thumbnails')
•Visual evidence of effort
Reinforces the 'hard work' narrative and provides a specific benchmark for creators to aim for.
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The Close
Mentor CTA
00:57 - 01:05
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Relationship Building
•Physical state change (sitting down)
•Direct address to camera
•Soft pitch for coaching/following
•Value-based CTA
Transitions from giving value to capturing the lead for high-ticket coaching or long-term following.
EMOTION DECODER
Emotion-Driven Narrative Analysis
This video masterfully converts the viewer's pain point (inconsistency) into trust. It starts by triggering a 'fear of missing out' on secrets, pivots to authority through visual proof of their complex workflow, and resolves into clarity, making the viewer feel that with this system, they too can succeed.
CORE EMOTION SHIFT"Curiosity"→"Empowered Clarity"
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Curiosity
Insiders secret reveal
Opens curiosity loop
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The 'Secret' Hook
🤫 Curiosity
Start with a 'gatekeeper' hook that promises access to insider information, immediately bridging the gap between audience struggle (inconsistency) and creator success.
The Secret Reveal
00:00 - 00:05
Host leans in with a whisper-style delivery, using the word 'secrets' and gesturing to a laptop, implying exclusive behind-the-scenes access.
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Awe
Overwhelming visual proof
Builds authority instantly
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Complexity Reveal
🤯 Awe
Visual proof validates the hook. Don't just talk about a process; show the messy, complex, or organized reality of it to build immediate authority.
Visual Proof
00:05 - 00:20
Camera pans over a dense, complex Milanote board. The sheer amount of data visuals creates a 'wow' factor and proves professional competence.
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Clarity
Structured logic flow
Delivers value payoff
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Process Demystification
💡 Clarity
Demystify the magic by breaking it into replicable steps. Transition from 'wow' to 'how' to make the viewer feel like this success is attainable for them.
The System Breakdown
00:20 - 00:50
Host breaks down specific actionable steps: competitor analysis, scripting, and the 'Title Crew' concept, turning a complex board into a learnable system.
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Trust
Direct mentor appeal
Converts authority to lead
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Strategic CTA
🤝 Trust
End with a 'ladder' CTA. Offer the next step in the relationship (coaching/following) rather than just a generic 'subscribe', leveraging the authority just built.
The Mentor's Offer
00:58 - 01:05
Direct appeal to the camera offering more strategy coaching, positioned as a 'guide' helping the hero (viewer) succeed.
ESTIMATED AD REVENUE
$83
Education • CPM $12
Tech/AI CPM is 4x Entertainment and 6x Gaming
What This Video Nailed for Monetization
Smart pacing, premium vertical focus, and elite-friction ad points.
DURATION STRATEGY
1:04
RUNTIME
Below 8-min threshold for mid-roll ads
HIGH-VALUE VERTICAL
Business
CPM: $8 - $15
Same view count earns 4x more than Gaming
NATURAL BREAKPOINT DESIGN
Use these narrative pauses for seamless mid-roll.
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Workflow Deep Dive
"As you can see..."
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Team Strategy Shift
"Check out what we..."
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Thumbnail Analysis
"We also do our..."
Sponsor Magnetism
Signals that make brands lean in.
HIGH-VALUE AUDIENCE SIGNALS
Aspiring and Professional Creators
how we post so consistently
competitor analysis
script writing
AB testing
AUTHORITY CREDENTIALS
Top-tier authority in Creator Economy
• Think Media Brand
• Professional Studio Background
• Sophisticated Team Workflow
VERTICAL DEPTH
High brand safety
Content Strategy YouTube Growth Workflow Optimization
Product Placement Craft
Expert breakdowns where integrations feel native.
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Milanote
Solution Scene
The entire video is a demo of Milanote, used as the 'secret weapon' for consistency.
💡 Positioning a tool as the 'secret' to a desirable outcome (consistency) creates high desire without feeling like a hard ad.
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Affiliate Marketing Strategy
Educational Mention
Mentions posting affiliate links within the planning cards, subtly teaching monetization while doing it.
💡 Meta-commentary: teaching how you make money is a great way to build authority.
Long-Term Value
Why this video keeps compounding watch time and trust.
EVERGREEN LEVERAGE
YouTube production workflow system
Timeless topic with long-term search value
Long-tail revenue can reach 2-3x the first month
SERIES POTENTIAL
High potential for a 'Behind the Scenes' series. Could spin off into 'How we edit', 'How we film', or 'Our studio gear setup' using the same handheld tour format.
QUOTABLE INSIGHT
"We never just go with our first title"
What Could Sponsors Pay?
Based on audience size and category benchmarks.
60-SECOND MENTION
$126 - $377
Based on $0.01 - $0.03 per view
DEDICATED VIDEO
$629 - $1,258
Based on $0.05 - $0.10 per view
Industry reference: Brands typically pay $10 - $30 per thousand views
TITLE DECODE
🧠 How We Plan Our YouTube Videos (Start to Finish)
CORE PATTERN
This title leverages the 'Authority Process' pattern. By using 'How We' instead of 'How To', it shifts from a generic tutorial to an expert case study, while '(Start to Finish)' promises a comprehensive, no-gatekeeping guide.
Structure Breakdown
Every fragment has a hook job.
How We
Formula
Plan
Action
Our YouTube Videos
Keyword
(Start to Finish)
Desire
Psychological Triggers
Why viewers feel compelled to click.
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How We
Authority Proof
This phrase signals a 'Case Study' rather than a theory. It tells viewers 'This is proven, we actually do this', which builds higher trust than a generic 'How To'.
My System
Our Workflow
Behind The Scenes
The Blueprint
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Start to Finish
Completion Promise
Promises completeness. It alleviates the fear that the video will be vague or skip the hard parts, encouraging a click from people who want the full picture.
Step-by-Step
Complete Guide
A-Z
Full Walkthrough
Formula Recognition
A repeatable blueprint for future titles.
How We + Process + Scope
How We {action_verb} Our {core_asset} ({scope_qualifier})
High Impact
EXAMPLE REMIXES
How We Edit Our Documentaries (Start to Finish)
How We Hire Our Top Talent (The Full Process)
How We Scale Our Ads (Zero to Hero)
SEO Potential
Quick read on how search-friendly this title is.
9/10
Excellent title for search. It targets a specific problem (planning) with a high-authority framing. The '(Start to Finish)' tag is great for CTR.
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Keyword Placement
8.5/10
Primary keywords are front-loaded nicely after the formula words.
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Search Intent
9.5/10
Perfectly matches the intent of a creator looking for a system to organize their channel.
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Length Optimization
9/10
Good length. Short enough to be punchy, long enough to include qualifiers.
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Discoverability
9/10
Includes high-volume keywords 'Plan YouTube Videos', making it very searchable for creators.
THUMBNAIL X-RAY
Visual Design Breakdown
The visual strategy relies on 'Authentic Authority'. The casual handheld shot combined with the professional studio background signals 'I am an expert, but I'm letting you in on a casual secret'. It lowers the barrier to entry while maintaining credibility.
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Composition Analysis
element count
2
visual hierarchy
Speaker Face → Captions → Background Studio Gear
face position
Centered
💡 REUSABLE TIP
Center the speaker and use captions to anchor attention immediately.
WHY EFFECTIVE
Immediate human connection combined with readable context.
SUITABLE FOR
Shorts, Reels, TikTok
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Emotion Expression
conveyed feeling
Insider access, casual, helpful.
expression type
Excited / Secretive
intensity
Medium
💡 REUSABLE TIP
Use a 'leaning in' gesture or expression to mimic sharing a secret.
WHY EFFECTIVE
Creates a sense of intimacy and exclusivity.
SUITABLE FOR
Tips, tricks, and hacks videos.
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Color Strategy
contrast description
Medium — The white text overlays pop against the darker studio background and grey shirt.
color strategy description
Natural studio tones with a pop of text.
primary color
Grey
secondary color
White
background color
Dark Gray/Studio
💡 REUSABLE TIP
Use natural environments to signal 'authenticity' for behind-the-scenes content.
WHY EFFECTIVE
It feels unpolished and authentic, which matches the 'insider secret' hook.
SUITABLE FOR
Vlog, Behind the Scenes, Lifestyle
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Text Strategy
word count
8 words, hook-focused
title relation
Complementary
text content
So the secrets of how we post...
💡 REUSABLE TIP
Keep opening text purely focused on the benefit (consistency/secrets).
WHY EFFECTIVE
Captions act as the visual hook since Shorts thumbnails are often bypassed.
SUITABLE FOR
Short-form content where the title is often the caption.
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Design Formula
PATTERN
Face + Hook Captions + Studio Context
Usage Scenario: Educational Shorts and Behind-the-Scenes reveals.
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Title-Thumbnail Synergy
SYNERGY TYPE
Information-complementary
•The 'Thumbnail' (opening frame) shows a person, while the Title promises a 'Process'.
•The opening text 'Secrets' immediately pays off the Title's promise of 'How We Plan'.
Content Highlights
The most valuable quotes, principles, and actionable takeaways
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The 'Central Brain' Workflow
•Don't rely on willpower; rely on a visual dashboard (like Milanote).
•Centralize research, scripts, and assets in one place to reduce friction.
•Visualizing the workload makes 'consistency' a manageable checklist rather than a vague goal.
"So the secrets of how we post so consistently here at Think Media is this right here."
— Host — Opening Hook
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Collaborative Title Engineering
•Never guess your titles; engineer them.
•Use a 'Title Crew' or peer review system to vote on options before filming.
•Aim for 3-4 variations to find the sharpest hook.
"We never just go with our first title."
— Host — Section on 'Title Crew'
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Thumbnail Iteration is Mandatory
•Thumbnails are not an afterthought; they are part of the planning.
•Create multiple concepts (A/B testing) to maximize Click-Through Rate.
•Study competitors' thumbnails before designing your own.
"We create 3 to 4 thumbnails for every single video."
— Host — Thumbnail Strategy Section
CONTENTS
Introduction to Consistent Posting and Content Planning Tool
So, the secret to how we post so consistently here at Think Media is this right here. This is one of our Milanote boards, and this is what we use for all of our content planning. As you can see, every video has a lot of information.
Competitor Analysis
We're doing things like competitor analysis. We're looking at people who have done similar videos, similar competition, so we can make sure we know what's working.
Content Outline Planning, Script Writing, and Affiliate Links
From there, we even do all sorts of content outline planning. We're doing script writing. We're also posting affiliate links in this.
Title Creation Process
Check out what we call title crew right here. We never just go with our first title. We're testing. Look at this. We have one, two, four different people contributing title information. We got Pierre, we got Nathan here adding good titles.
Thumbnail Inspiration and Creation
We also do our thumbnail inspiration, what our competitor is doing. And then we create three to four thumbnails for every single video. You can see these are talks thumbnails that he made for this video right here.
A/B Testing Process
And these are what were actually in the AB testing over here. And then we actually did a second round of AB testing based on what we learned during our first round.
Conclusion on Strategies and Tips
So, all of these are great strategies and tips.