I got a DM yesterday from someone who said:

"Elise, I've owned YouTube Vault for YEARS but still haven't made my first video 😆"

Reminded me of when I wanted to be a YouTube star...

But I sat on the idea for years.

And then in 2019, I finally started filming - sitting in my office, using my iPhone 8.

The views weren't great, but that first video led to everything.

The muscle of creating gets stronger every time you use it.

So today, I'm sharing 7 video ideas you can film right now.

Btw, my course, YouTube Vault, is getting a total makeover.

For a few more days, get it for just $97 before it jumps up to $497 when the new course launches in June (you'll get it for free).

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Here are 7 YouTube video ideas you can film today:

1. The "Work With Me" Session

Set up your phone and film yourself actually working on something real.

Could be planning your week, organizing your workspace, brainstorming ideas, or writing emails.

Example: This video from 4 years ago has 22 *MILLION* views 👇

Why people watch: There's something oddly satisfying about watching someone be productive. It's like having a work buddy or study partner. Plus, viewers get to see your real process behind the scenes.

Title example: "2-Hour Work Session to Plan My Content Calendar"

2. The "3 Things" Format

Pick literally anything in your world and share 3 insights about it.

3 apps you actually use every day. 3 mistakes you made this week. 3 books sitting on your desk right now.

Why people watch: The number creates a clear expectation – they know exactly what they're getting. It's digestible, specific, and feels manageable to watch.

Title example: "3 Travel Apps I Wish I'd Found Sooner"

3. Morning Routine (The Quiet Version)

Film your actual morning routine with minimal talking – just the sounds of making coffee, writing in your journal, morning light coming through windows.

Why people watch: ASMR-style content is incredibly relaxing and aspirational. People love seeing peaceful, intentional mornings. It's perfect for camera-shy creators because you're focusing on your environment, not your face.

Title example: "Slow Morning Routine, Cozy Entrepreneur Edition"

4. The "What I Wish I Knew" Story

Talk to your camera like you're giving advice to your past self about something you learned the hard way.

Why people watch: Everyone has moments they wish they could go back and prepare for. These videos feel deeply personal and relatable – like getting advice from a trusted friend.

Title example: "What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Jewelry Line"

5. The Space Tour

Pan your phone around your workspace and talk about what you actually use in your daily life.

Why people watch: People are fascinated by how others organize their lives and work. It satisfies curiosity about "how do they really do it?" Plus it's super easy to film.

Title example: "My Digital Nomad Setup (Everything I Actually Use)"

6. Screen Recording (No Face Required)

Record your screen while walking through exactly how you do something on your computer.

Could be organizing files, setting up email sequences, or using specific apps.

Why people watch: These solve real, specific problems. Viewers can follow along step-by-step. Zero face-to-camera anxiety for you, pure value for them.

Title example: "How I Organize 1000+ Content Ideas in Notion"

7. The Week-Long Experiment

Try something new for a week and document what happens.

Wake up at 5 AM.
Use AI for all your content.
​Only eat food that's blue.

Why people watch: Transformation stories are irresistible, even small ones. The time limit makes the "experiment" feel doable, and viewers love seeing real results from real people.

Title example: "I Tried AI for All My Content for One Week & Here's What Happened"

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If you found these ideas remotely 🤏 inspiring to finally focus on your YouTube goals, then you'll love YouTube Vault.

For a few more days, get it for just $97 before it jumps up to $497 when the new course launches in June (you'll get that for free).

Now... which video idea are you gonna film today?

~ Elise

P.S. Back in 2019, it only took a few weeks of posting mediocre videos before I found out what works.

And 3 months into posting? I went viral on YouTube.

And to this day? I still get sent a check every month from YouTube.

It's *truly* the best video platform for the long game.