How I Actually Grow & Monetize Faceless TikTok Pages (0 to 500,000 followers)

Introduction

As a TikTok advice and tips channel, I’ve often shared insights and hacks, but I've never really delved into the personal journey that took me from having no TikTok presence to amassing over 500,000 followers. My experience has been filled with valuable lessons that, hopefully, you can apply to your TikTok journey. This article chronicles my TikTok journey, highlighting milestones, challenges, and tips along the way.

The Beginning: 2022 Resolutions

At the end of 2021 and beginning of 2022, I set my New Year’s goals. One of these goals was to reach 500 followers on TikTok. Prior to this, I had never even opened the app, believing it was just a platform for dances that didn’t speak to me. However, I was eager to explore opportunities for making money online as I pursued my education. I had experience in content creation through YouTube and decided to start a TikTok page to see where it could go.

Launching My First Accounts

I opened my first TikTok account, “Why Football,” on January 1st, 2022. Initially, the engagement was disheartening, with videos barely scraping 500 views. Not one to give up easily, I launched another account focused on basketball, “Why NBA.” After about a month of posting consistently, I experienced a turning point: my first viral video, which garnered over 100,000 views. The thrill of going viral was exhilarating, driving me to continue posting and grow my presence across both accounts.

Seeing Growth

As I continued my content creation journey, the followers began pouring in. Within about six weeks, I hit 10,000 followers, which opened the door to monetization through TikTok’s Creator Fund. However, the income was minimal, with earnings fluctuating from £10 to £30 daily. Despite this, my passion for posting remained unchanged, leading me to reach a peak of 23,000 followers and a viral post that garnered 1.8 million views.

Unfortunately, my initial success was short-lived. That account was banned due to accusations of unoriginal content, teaching me the hard lesson of adhering to platform guidelines.

Launching Why Inspire

Taking a break to regroup, I created a new account called “Why Inspire.” Inspired by motivational content on Instagram, I decided I could fill a niche on TikTok. Initially, my branding was weak, featuring reposted content, but with time, I learned the importance of aesthetics and messaging. I revamped my content and designs, resulting in a viral post that shattered the 90,000 view mark.

Rapid Growth and Challenges

From February to September 2022, my “Why Inspire” account skyrocketed. My follower count skyrocketed to over 500,000 within six months. I leveraged a consistent posting schedule and even hired people to help create content. Despite the growth, the Creator Fund still offered poor payouts in comparison to the views I received, and soon, I faced the ominous account warning about potential violations.

My Accounts Getting Banned

In August, I received a warning about restrictions, ultimately leading to my account being permanently banned. Losing everything overnight—my followers, my income—was devastating. It felt as if my entire world had crumbled, but it forced me to reassess my strategies and diversify my income streams.

Building My Brand

After the bans, I focused on building my personal brand on YouTube, sharing my experiences and lessons learned. I pivoted to emphasize other platforms, maintaining several TikTok accounts without relying heavily on just one. I promoted various monetization strategies beyond the Creator Fund, from sponsorship deals to affiliate marketing.

The Importance of Diversification

The experience taught me that relying solely on one platform can be risky. I now maintain multiple income streams and continually create content across various platforms. My TikTok journey has since improved, thanks to TikTok's newer monetization programs, and I continue to mentor aspiring TikTok creators through my community and courses.

Conclusion

My journey from a beginner to a successful TikTok creator demonstrates the highs and lows of social media growth. It’s not just about the numbers; it’s about learning, adapting, and being prepared for the unexpected. You can check out my TikTok-related tips and strategies linked in this article, as they may expedite your success.

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Keywords

• TikTok
• Faceless Pages
• Content Creation
• Monetization
• Creator Fund
• Branding
• Viral Videos
• Shadow Banned
• Income Diversification
• Community Building

FAQ

Q1: What was the initial goal for your TikTok journey?
A1: My initial goal was to reach 500 followers on TikTok.

Q2: How did you monetize your TikTok accounts?
A2: I monetized through TikTok’s Creator Fund, sponsorship deals, and affiliate marketing.

Q3: What did you learn from getting banned?
A3: I learned the importance of adhering to platform guidelines and diversifying my income sources.

Q4: How quickly did your follower count grow?
A4: I reached 10,000 followers within six weeks and over 500,000 in six months.

Q5: Do you still use TikTok?
A5: Yes, I’m actively involved on TikTok and have multiple accounts for better income diversification.