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Better Than Yesterday

Self-Improvement

Built 1.88M subscribers through animated self-improvement videos distilling books and research into actionable insights

1.88M

Subscribers

1.8M

Monthly Views

$5.9K-$11.9K

Est. Monthly Revenue

$3.28-$6.61

Est. RPM

320 videos uploaded | 168M total views

The Story

Better Than Yesterday created a winning formula: take insights from bestselling self-improvement books and research studies, distill them into clear actionable lessons, and present them through engaging animation. This approach serves viewers who want wisdom from popular books but don't have time to read them all. Each video becomes concentrated dose of practical improvement advice. The channel's name itself positions the brand perfectly - not promising overnight transformation or perfection, but incremental daily improvement. This realistic, sustainable approach to growth resonates with viewers tired of exaggerated self-help claims. The modest promise actually drives higher engagement because advice feels achievable rather than overwhelming. Production quality focuses on clean, simple animations that clarify concepts rather than distract. Voiceover narration maintains friendly, encouraging tone that motivates without preaching. Video lengths typically 8-12 minutes hit sweet spot - substantial enough to provide real value, short enough to maintain attention. The formula proves that systematic approach to content creation can build substantial audience when execution is consistent.

You don't need massive transformation. Just be better than yesterday, every day. Small improvements compound into extraordinary results.

Better Than Yesterday

The Transformation

Before

Self-improvement wisdom locked in books and research papers

After

Accessible animated education platform with 1.88M subscribers democratizing growth insights

Timeline: 5+ years

Content Strategy

Animated self-improvement videos summarizing books, research studies, and actionable frameworks for personal growth. Clean visual style clarifies concepts. 8-12 minute length balances depth with accessibility. Focuses on practical, achievable daily improvements over dramatic transformations.

Key Insights

Distilling popular books into animated summaries serves audience wanting wisdom without time investment

Positioning as incremental improvement ('better than yesterday') creates sustainable, realistic brand promise

Consistent formula and production quality allows scalable content creation while maintaining audience expectations

Business Impact

1.88M subscribers with 320 videos shows exceptional per-video performance (525K+ average views)

Channel serves as affiliate platform for books and courses featured in videos

Format could scale to sponsored content featuring specific books or programs with high production value

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Last updated: November 27, 2025

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