Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Growing an audience online can completely change your business — but most people make a few key mistakes that quietly stop their audience growth before it ever gains momentum. In this video, I’m breaking down the biggest audience-building mistakes I see entrepreneurs making and what to do instead if you actually want consistent growth online.
We’ll talk about why packaging matters more than most people realize, why inconsistent posting kills momentum, how doing too much can slow your growth down, and why trying to appeal to everyone often backfires. I’ll also share some of my own experiences growing my audience over the past several years and why audience growth has had a bigger impact on my business than almost anything else I’ve done.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Why audience growth creates opportunities
02:58 Mistake #1: Poor packaging
05:45 Mistake #2: Inconsistent output
08:06 Mistake #3: Doing too much
10:16 Mistake #4: Content is too vague
12:11 Mistake #5: Chasing overly popular topics
14:06 The biggest mistakes that slowed my own audience growth
15:02 Introducing Build Your Audience Bootcamp
17:04 Final thoughts and encouragement
🔹Want to grow your audience faster with support, strategy, accountability, and collaborations? Learn more about Build Your Audience Bootcamp here: gillianperkins.com/build
🔹 Watch my free YouTube workshop to learn how to get your first 1,000 subscribers in just 3 months: creatorfasttrack.com/workshop-registration
🔹 Get my Small Business 101 course for FREE: gillianperkins.com/free-training-small-business-101
// WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
- what to focus on in the FIRST WEEK of starting an online business: youtu.be/O8wIhknoQpk
- 5 Practical Steps to Start Your First Business (as a Stay-at-Home-Mom): youtu.be/gvGLoRQUQe8
- Why I'm RADICALLY Changing My Business Model for 2025 (and maybe you should to...): youtu.be/SySD3KaMJ7E
// LINKS
Learn more about Gillian and find resources to build your online business:
gillianperkins.com
Follow Gillian on Instagram to get a BTS look at what it's like to be a digital entrepreneur: instagram.com/gillianzperkins
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Growing an audience online can completely change your business — but most people make a few key mistakes that quietly stop their audience growth before it ever gains momentum. In this video, I’m breaking down the biggest audience-building mistakes I see entrepreneurs making and what to do instead if you actually want consistent growth online.
We’ll talk about why packaging matters more than most people realize, why inconsistent posting kills momentum, how doing too much can slow your growth down, and why trying to appeal to everyone often backfires. I’ll also share some of my own experiences growing my audience over the past several years and why audience growth has had a bigger impact on my business than almost anything else I’ve done.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Why audience growth creates opportunities
02:58 Mistake #1: Poor packaging
05:45 Mistake #2: Inconsistent output
08:06 Mistake #3: Doing too much
10:16 Mistake #4: Content is too vague
12:11 Mistake #5: Chasing overly popular topics
14:06 The biggest mistakes that slowed my own audience growth
15:02 Introducing Build Your Audience Bootcamp
17:04 Final thoughts and encouragement
🔹Want to grow your audience faster with support, strategy, accountability, and collaborations? Learn more about Build Your Audience Bootcamp here: gillianperkins.com/build
🔹 Watch my free YouTube workshop to learn how to get your first 1,000 subscribers in just 3 months: creatorfasttrack.com/workshop-registration
🔹 Get my Small Business 101 course for FREE: gillianperkins.com/free-training-small-business-101
// WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
- what to focus on in the FIRST WEEK of starting an online business: youtu.be/O8wIhknoQpk
- 5 Practical Steps to Start Your First Business (as a Stay-at-Home-Mom): youtu.be/gvGLoRQUQe8
- Why I'm RADICALLY Changing My Business Model for 2025 (and maybe you should to...): youtu.be/SySD3KaMJ7E
// LINKS
Learn more about Gillian and find resources to build your online business:
gillianperkins.com
Follow Gillian on Instagram to get a BTS look at what it's like to be a digital entrepreneur: instagram.com/gillianzperkins
// FILMING EQUIPMENT
Main camera: amzn.to/3rhibrl
Clip-on lav mic: amzn.to/46DwN4n
Tripod: amzn.to/2w7sIJ6
Main light: amzn.to/3HHHhFX
Other lights: amzn.to/2OKhzEv
RBG light strip: amzn.to/3WmuPiR
NOTE: This description may contain affiliate links to products we enjoy using ourselves. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. We appreciate your support!
![5 ONE-MINUTE Habits that Save Me 25+ Hours/Week [Productivity for Busy People]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/U4vdhg1Vy0k/mqdefault.jpg "5 ONE-MINUTE Habits that Save Me 25+ Hours/Week [Productivity for Busy People]
Are you struggling to find time for everything on your to-do list? Are you a busy person who feels like there arent enough hours in the day? If so, this video is for you! In just one minute a day, you can adopt five easy habits that will help you save 25+ hours a week. These simple habits are perfect for busy people who want to boost their productivity without sacrificing precious time. So, if youre ready to make the most out of every minute, join us and discover how these habits can help you achieve your goals and manage your time more effectively.
0:00 Intro
1:07 Habit #1
2:28 Habit #2
4:38 Habit #3
6:09 Habit #4
8:17 Habit #5
🔹 Watch next: How I Run My Business in Just 4 Hours/Week https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=798pOZ33QYI&t=293s
🔹 Get my Online Business 101 course for FREE: https://gillianperkins.com/free-training-small-business-101/
// WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
How I Run My Business in Just 4 Hours/Week https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=798pOZ33QYI&t=293s
How to Plan a Productive Work Schedule https://youtu.be/4x7v2AI2kYA
Work-Life Balance | Working Mom Schedule + Routine Tips https://youtu.be/sWa1YjpAFq0
How I Got 3 Months PAID Maternity Leave as a WAHM https://youtu.be/GMqGkNEHUxA
How I Made My First MILLION Dollars https://youtu.be/4kN6xCttrr8
// LINKS
Learn more about Gillian and find resources to build your online business:
https://www.gillianperkins.com
Follow Gillian on Instagram to get a BTS look at what its like to be a digital entrepreneur: https://www.instagram.com/gillianzperkins/
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