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I Paid Someone to Grow My YouTube Channel – Here's What Actually Happened


I paid someone to grow my YouTube channel and tracked every step of the process. In this post, I break down exactly what happened- the wins, the letdowns, and whether it was worth it.

 Use code SHS2025 for 10% off

The $100K Goal That Sparked It All

At the start of 2025, I set a bold goal for myself:

✅ Hit 100,000 subscribers on YouTube

✅ Earn $100,000 in side hustle income


While I’ve had success with various income streams, the hardest part of that goal? YouTube growth. Let’s be honest- growing a YouTube channel takes more than just uploading videos. You need great content, smart strategy, and some serious luck with the algorithm.

But I didn’t want to just cross my fingers. I wanted to test out whether paying an SEO expert could actually make a difference in growing my channel.


Thank you Fiverr for sponsoring this video!


Why I Chose SEO Over Everything Else

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for YouTube is powerful, but also pretty technical. And while I understood the basics, I wasn’t confident I was doing it right. So I decided to hire a Fiverr freelancer to fully optimize my channel. Instead of trying to guess what works, I wanted to bring in an expert.



Finding the Right Person (Without Getting Scammed)

I searched for YouTube Channel Optimization Services on Fiverr and filtered by “Top Rated.” One profile stood out- Mike. He had glowing reviews, but what really caught my attention was his free Channel Growth Evaluation Report.


I was expecting a 1-pager...He sent me a 34-page audit of my channel for free.

It included:

  • What I was doing right

  • Where my channel ranked

  • Tactical steps to improve visibility

At that point, I knew I wanted to work with him.




An analysis of my youtube channel

What I Paid For – And What I Got

I chose his standard package, which included:

  • Channel evaluation

  • 20 keyword/hashtag suggestions

  • 6 optimized videos (I negotiated for 8 😎)

  • Titles, descriptions, tags

  • Channel homepage optimization

  • SEO structure guide

🎯 Delivery time? 1 day.

📎 Format? He gave me PDF instructions for each video. I didn’t need to give him channel manager access but you can if you want.

He even threw in a bonus 9th video optimization for free.

I created a full resource post on all the Fiverr gigs I purchased- check it out at: 👉 Here
Youtube optimization pdf

Did It Actually Work?

To test it fairly, I picked 8 older videos with decent traction (500–2K views) and applied the SEO changes exactly as he outlined. That included:

  • Optimized titles

  • Keyword-rich descriptions

  • Strategic tags

  • Suggested pinned comments

  • Long-term SEO structuring tips

I gave it 3–4 weeks, since SEO results take time. Here's what I found:

🚀 These 4 videos saw a noticeable boost:


Collage showing which videos of mine increased in viewership


⚠️ But these 2 saw continued viewership decline:


Collage showing which videos of mine decreased in viewership

My Honest Take on Paying for YouTube SEO

Was it a total game changer? Maybe.

Was it worth it? Absolutely.

Here’s why:

  • I gained clarity on what works for my niche.

  • I now know how to structure my future videos for search.

  • My channel overall saw a HUGE spike but one could say that's not fully due to the optimization. Maybe I just made better videos this last month or the algorithm picked up a couple vids.

If you’re expecting overnight virality from SEO help, you’ll be disappointed. But if you want a solid foundation for long-term growth, hiring an expert can help speed things up.


My overall channel analytics


Would I Do It Again?

✅ Yes- but with clear expectations. SEO is a long game, and it complements great content, it doesn’t replace it.

If you’re serious about YouTube and want a professional to guide your SEO, I recommend checking out the freelancer I used. His insights were detailed, actionable, and beginner-friendly.

💸 Use code SHS2025 for 10% off


Bonus: Read the Full Breakdown

I created a full resource post on all my Fiverr experiments—check it out at:


Whether you're a beginner creator or already monetizing, hiring help might be the move that takes your channel to the next level. All in all I'm glad I paid someone to grow my youTube channel.


Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog post is for general informational purposes only. While I strive to keep the content accurate and up to date, I cannot guarantee that all information is current, complete, or correct. Always do your own research and verify directly with the companies mentioned before signing up. The video mentioned above was part of a paid promotion from Fiverr. Additionally links above may contain affiliate commissions.

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