Course Curriculum

How to Blow Up on TikTok (Growth Hack & Strategies)

7sections
25lectures
2h 25mtotal

What you’ll learn

  • How to make a viral video without any followers

  • Learn how the TikTok algorithm works

  • Discover upcoming trends to grow your account

  • Find your niche and create a flexible posting schedule

  • Repurpose your videos from TikTok to Instagram and YouTube Shorts to diversify your audience

  • How to come up with ideas, shoot, edit, and post videos

01

Introduction

3 lectures • 16min

  • Introduction

    Welcome to the course! I'm super excited to teach you how I was able to grow a TikTok account from 0 to 1.8 million in 4 months. I believe that anyone, (you heard me) anyone is able to succeed on TikTok as long as they're passionate about the content they're making.

    1:27

  • Benefits of Having a Social Media Following

    In this video we will be exploring the benefits of having a social media following and how important it is for growing your personal brand. It's much more than being considered "famous". There is a lot to cover, so I hope you're as excited as I am!

    6:14

  • 0 to 1.8 Million | My Story

    In this video, I'll be going over my story of growing my TikTok account and how I got involved in the content creation process. Just a sneak peak, I started with NO video experience and NO teaching experience, so if I can do it, then YOU CAN TOO!

    8:08
02

The TikTok Algorithm

2 lectures • 8min

  • The TikTok Algorithm Part 1

    Understanding how the TikTok algorithm works is extremely important and will show you how to make videos with the highest likelihood of going VIRAL.

    3:35

  • The TikTok Algorithm Part 2

    Understanding how the TikTok algorithm works is extremely important and will show you how to make videos with the highest likelihood of going VIRAL.

    4:17
03

Navigating the TikTok App

4 lectures • 13min

  • The Home Tab

    In this video we will be going over the navigation of the TikTok app itself. In the home tab, you're able to view the infamous "For You" page, where TikTok recommends new videos to you. This is also where you can search for videos, sounds, creators, and much more! They are constantly making changes to the app itself, so it's important to learn where everything is so that the content creation process is seamless.

    1:23

  • The Friend Tab

    In this video we will be going over the format of the TikTok app itself. This tab was added to the TikTok app a few weeks ago and this is where you're able to view videos that your friends post. They are constantly making changes to the app itself, so it's important to learn where everything is so that the content creation process is seamless.

    0:31

  • The Profile Tab

    In this video we will be going over the navigation of the TikTok app itself. The profile tab is where you can edit your profile, change settings, and it has important features like the creator fund, creator marketplace, analytics, and much more! They are constantly making changes to the app itself, so it's important to learn where everything is so that the content creation process is seamless.

    4:22

  • The Posting Tab

    In this video we will be going over the format of the TikTok app itself.  The posting tab is the most important tab of all because this is where you'll be filming and uploading your TikToks! There are a ton of features in this tab. They are constantly making changes to the app itself, so it's important to learn where everything is so that the content creation process is seamless.

    6:42
04

Content Creation Process

6 lectures • 51min

  • How to Make a Viral Video

    Here we will be exploring the key features of viral videos and some things that you can look out for when you're on the "For You" page. If you're a creator, it's important to not just go on TikTok for entertainment, but to find trends, similar content creators, and conduct  research to improve your content.

    11:19

  • Finding Your Niche

    In this super fun video, we will be exploring different types of niches that are possible for TikTok. The most important takeaway is that you need to be making videos that your enjoy making and that align with your interests/passions. If you need some ideas of what type of TikTok page to start, I have a TON in here!

    5:24

  • Brainstorming Video Ideas

    In this video we will be selecting a random niche and brainstorming video ideas for it. The process involves doing research online (google, pinterest, youtube, TikTok, etc.) and coming up with video ideas. This is where you can really show your personality and start putting your creative cap on!

    15:18

  • Filming Setup

    I'll be going over my filming setup in this video, and just a sneak peak, there's not much you need for TikTok! I got started with a $30 ring light and my personal smart phone, and was able to grow my account to 1.8M followers with it. This is great news for you because you'll be able to start making content right away!

    5:50

  • Filming Schedule

    Creating a consistent filming schedule is super important if you want to become a content creator! I would recommend carving out 1 hour a day where you're just brainstorming, filming, and posting TikToks. This means that you're able to become a TikToker no matter how busy you are!

    2:28

  • Tips for Growing in the Beginning

    In this video, I'll be sharing some general tips for growing in the beginning which includes growth hacking strategies, repurposing videos so you can post them on multiple social media platforms, and more!

    10:14
05

Step-By-Step Content Creation Process

7 lectures • 42min

  • Picking a Niche

    Pick a niche and brainstorm trend ideas using online sources and TikTok. Film with a ring light, edit, and analyze performance to maximize virality in the home decor niche.

    2:35

  • Exploring Our Niche

    I think it'll be super helpful for you to see the FULL content creation process from start to finish. In this video, we will be exploring the content that is in our niche to draw inspiration.

    5:31

  • Brainstorming Video Ideas

    I think it'll be super helpful for you to see the FULL content creation process from start to finish. In this video, we will be brainstorming video ideas in our niche!

    7:09

  • Writing the Video Structure

    I think it'll be super helpful for you to see the FULL content creation process from start to finish. In this video, we will be writing the structure of our TikTok video.

    8:17

  • Filming Our TikTok

    I think it'll be super helpful for you to see the FULL content creation process from start to finish. In this video, we will be filming the TikTok video itself. I even included some videos where I mess up since we're all human!

    4:14

  • Editing Our TikTok

    I think it'll be super helpful for you to see the FULL content creation process from start to finish. In this video, we will be editing our TikTok using this iPhone application called Splice. You can use any video editing software you'd like, but I'd suggest one that you use one that can download from the app store and not one on your computer to make the content creation process smoother.

    2:38

  • Tips & Tricks for Posting on TikTok

    I think it'll be super helpful for you to see the FULL content creation process from start to finish. In this video, we will be uploading our video on TikTok, choosing a caption, trending sound, relevant hashtags, and some crucial settings to make our video upload with the highest quality possible.

    11:07
06

Bonus Lessons

2 lectures • 16min

  • Analytics

    I attribute most of my success on TikTok from feedback from my comment section and looking in my analytics. The key is to make every video a little bit better than the last one. If you're constantly improving your content, it's just a matter of time until you BLOW UP. In this video, I showcase my personal analytics from a 20M view viral video and also the analytics of a video that didn't perform well. The analytics and other feedback is a super important part of growing your social media accounts!

    6:37

  • Monetization

    In this bonus video, I talk about 7 different monetization strategies that you can use to start making money from your social media accounts. I've seen creators start making money with as little as 1,000 followers!

    9:12
07

Conclusion

1 lecture • 1min

  • Conclusion

    In this video, we will be wrapping up the course! We learned a ton throughout this video series and I hope you enjoyed watching it as much as I enjoyed making it!

    0:41