1. Inspirational and Motivational Videos
Where to find content for inspirational videos:
Search for interviews and speeches from famous personalities in sports, business elites, influential actors/actresses, scholars, and health & fitness podcasts on YouTube. Use tools like the Video CC Translator extension to copy the subtitles.
Look for famous quotes on Google or Pinterest.
Use ChatGPT to generate speeches, quotes, or scripts for your motivational videos.
Incorporate motivational quotes and stories from movies like The Pursuit of Happyness and Forrest Gump.
Directly search for “motivational inspirational videos” on YouTube for inspiration from the most engaging motivational channels.
Channels to explore: Be Inspired, Ben Lionel Scott.
2. Top 5/Top 10 Videos
People love binge-watching Top 5 and Top 10 videos.
Ideas can include "Top 5 Best Mobile Games for Kids," "Top 10 Ways to Make Money Online," or "Top 10 Funny Accidents."
Start lists in ascending order to keep viewers watching until the end and guessing the top spot.
Channels to explore: Top5gaming, Top Fives, Top5Central.
3. Productivity Tips
Everyone is looking for ways to accomplish more in less time, so productivity solutions are always in demand.
Create videos about language learning tips, gaming strategies, speed reading techniques, or tips for better sleep. These topics never go out of style.
Focus on clarity of message and results. Most of these videos can draw from existing books and materials, so don't worry about not having tips to share; the key is your willingness to seek information.
Channels to explore: Motivation2Study, Janice Studies.
4. Scary Stories
CreepyPasta has a large following on YouTube.
Gather stories, horror videos to edit, compile, and comment on from your perspective. This topic can easily build a loyal audience without showing your face.
Channels to explore: Mr. Nightmare, Be. Busta, Blue_Spooky.
5. Cooking Videos
Millions watch cooking videos to prepare daily meals, leading to countless cooking channels. To compete, you must differentiate your content to attract viewers.
Creativity is key. Instead of simply making Pho, try cooking Pho with Kobe beef or Vietnamese sandwich with turkey. If most people cook indoors, consider setting up a cooking station on a river or lake; you can even create drama by flipping the boat while cooking. These are just a few basic examples; feel free to be creative based on your conditions and interests.
These videos don’t need to show your face; simply guide viewers step-by-step with recipes or provide subtitles.
Besides recipes, discuss specific cooking tools, ask viewers for background arrangement suggestions, and explore various content ideas for channel growth.
Channels to explore: 小穎美食, Lezzetli Tarifler Mutfağı.
6. How-To Videos
"How do I get started with X?" is a common question.
Whether it’s a new design tool you want to use or the latest social media app, people love finding tutorials on new applications they’re exploring.
All you need is a bit of expertise in the field and start screen recording to show a step-by-step process for accomplishing tasks.
Channels to explore: Technology for Teachers and Students, The Teacher.
7. Gaming Videos
Esports and online gaming saw a significant surge during the pandemic.
You can easily livestream the games you play, add commentary, and showcase your personality. While in Vietnam, only Độ Mixi stands out, you can still earn a stable income from this without being too famous if you know how to create a unique experience.
If you don’t think you play well, consider adding commentary and reviewing the best plays of the week. Make sure to obtain prior approval from the original streamers before using their clips.
Channels to explore: Levinho, Tacaz Gaming.
8. Language Learning Videos
Can you teach another language? If you know English, you could create tutorials on learning Vietnamese for foreigners. With Vietnam developing its tourism sector, there’s a growing demand for learning Vietnamese for travel.
Millions of users tune in daily to learn new languages. You can start with basic phrases, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.
Lessons can be short clips ranging from 2 to 8 minutes. To broaden the scope, body language is technically also a language.
This topic may not attract massive views, but it often has a higher RPM compared to popular subjects like entertainment and music. Additionally, you can leverage affiliate marketing by promoting courses, apps, or materials you’ve learned to earn commissions. Many YouTubers primarily earn income through affiliate marketing rather than AdSense.
Channels to explore: Daily English Conversation, Sparkle English.
9. Bedtime Storytelling
Insomnia is becoming increasingly common among many people.
Help others relax by offering bedtime stories for both adults and children. The beauty of this anonymous YouTube channel idea is that you can gently lull listeners to sleep with your soothing voice.
Most young people can speak English, so read confidently; people enjoy the novelty, and as long as you read accurately, they will listen. There’s no requirement to sound like a native speaker; sometimes, being too native can turn listeners off.
Channels to explore: Relax for a while, Soothing Pod - Sleep Meditation & Bedtime Stories.
10. Relaxation/Study Music
If you enjoy music, this could be the perfect niche. Many users listen to instrumental music while studying, working, meditating, or falling asleep.
Lofi Girl is a prime example of how a large audience can grow with a faceless channel that achieves high view counts.
For music production, I have a detailed guide at damnsound.com that you can refer to. (Creating music with AI can be complex due to the lack of specific regulations, so if you want to create, consider purchasing music from artists or opt for a monthly fee to access a shared music library; check the details on the website).
Channels to explore: Lofi Girl, Quiet Quest - Study Music.
11. DIY Crafting Tutorials
Showcase your creativity through DIY crafting tutorials.
You can demonstrate how to create unique and fun crafts using simple materials. If you’re not able to craft, you could find someone who is and pay them to film or collaborate with them. For example, if you have a neighbor skilled in sewing, collaborate with them to share tips on handling loose clothing, fixing zippers, or creatively staging a scenario where a pair of pants gets ripped while being chased by a dog. This is the essence of creativity, which is a top criterion for success on YouTube.
This approach allows viewers to follow step-by-step instructions without showing your face, or you can film someone else if they enjoy the spotlight.
Channels to explore: Crafty Panda, Craftilicious DIY.
12. Historical Storytelling Videos
Take your audience back in time by creating content centered around historical stories, events, and mysteries.
Explore interesting events, ancient civilizations, or unresolved mysteries while maintaining anonymity to focus on the storytelling aspect.
With so much history spanning decades, centuries, or even millennia, try delving into events from the past few years. Given the massive amount of information shared daily on the internet, it’s likely that many things will be forgotten in just one year. Revisiting recently occurred history can pique curiosity as not everyone remembers what just happened.
Channels to explore: OverSimplified, Epic History TV.
13. Science Experiment Videos
Educate your audience with engaging science experiments and expert explanations.
You can ask ChatGPT for guidance on creating formulas and conducting experiments (ensure you purchase legal chemicals and follow all applicable laws). Alternatively, like previous suggestions, if you can’t do it yourself, find someone knowledgeable and invest or collaborate with them—perhaps a student from a relevant field (chemistry, medicine, biology) who has access to a laboratory. You might end up supporting a future scientist!
Channels to explore: JaDropping Science, Science Buddies.