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You're absolutely right that video blogging is not for everyone, and not for every startup. I also agree that HN would not work as a web cam comment site. For
by danhodgins 15y ago
You're absolutely right that video blogging is not for everyone, and not for every startup. I also agree that HN would not work as a web cam comment site.
For the right startups and founders with a certain type of DNA video related content (with transcripts and time-coded key points) can be an excellent marketing tactic. Just look at Gary Vaynerchuk - his videos are far from polished, but they are entertaining, and get the job done.
- robfitz 15y agoI've been trying to start on videos[1] because I also feel it's got a lot of potential reach. Even though the view numbers are significantly lower on my videos than my blog, I get many more emails and comments about the videos. I guess people respond better to a face and a voice than to text. It's definitely something I'll be putting significantly more time toward exploring in the new year. [1] About 30 videos up so far at http://youtube.com/robfitzpatrickable http://youtube.com/robfitzpatrickable
- danhodgins 15y agoSOME people respond better to a face and voice on video. Others prefer any one of a kaleidoscope of possible engagement methods. That's why it's important to try lots of approaches and see which ones resonate with your market. Use your creativity folks - your videos CAN and WILL rank on page one with the right SEO (assuming there aren't already 1,000 videos targeting the same keywords).