I Tried TikTok Automation for 30 days (realistic results)

Introduction

About a month ago, I embarked on an exciting challenge: starting a brand new TikTok account from scratch to see how quickly I could monetize it. In this article, I’m going to share the journey of how I managed to get accepted into the TikTok Creator Rewards program and the steps I took along the way. If you’re interested in learning what worked for me—and maybe get a glimpse of a promising niche—stick around until the end.

The Plan

To kick off this challenge, I developed a structured plan:

1. Create a TikTok account with access to the Creator Rewards Program
2. Find a niche for my content
3. Design my TikTok profile
4. Create and post 30 videos over 30 days
5. Reach a US audience despite being located elsewhere
6. Aim for 10K followers
7. Get accepted into the Creator Rewards Program
8. Set a 'big goal': buy a Lamborghini!

Once I detailed my plan, I realized this would be quite the journey.

Day 1: Research and Account Creation

On day one, I did my research and created my TikTok account. One significant hurdle I encountered was that I wasn't in a country where the Creator Rewards Program was available. After some trial and error, I figured out how to gain access to it from anywhere.

After creating my account, I navigated to settings and confirmed that I could access the Creator Rewards Program. Relief flooded in; my hard work was paying off.

Finding My Niche

The next step was finding a niche. There are countless niches on TikTok, but the key is to choose one that has engagement potential. I recommend selecting a niche you’re passionate about or at least familiar with. I opted for the “For You” page method where I would scroll through TikTok, engage with content, and note ideas I could recreate. After a few hours, I stumbled upon something unique within the AI niche that caught my interest.

Day 2: Designing the Profile

On day two, I focused on designing my TikTok profile to make it visually appealing. I created a neat logo, came up with an engaging name, and crafted a concise bio. With my profile set up, I dived into video creation. Using tools like CapCut for editing and AI voices from Eleven Labs, I had my first ten videos ready.

Early Days and the Growth Phase

As I began posting videos, not everything went smoothly. By day ten, I noticed that my first three posts received zero views, and the remaining seven only hit 2K views. This is typical for new accounts, as TikTok often sees them as bot-like. I didn't panic; I expected this.

A learning point here was that many new creators waste high-quality content on early posts that flop. I recommend keeping initial videos medium quality to avoid wasting your best ideas and content.

30 Days of Posting

After consecutive days of posting, things began to shift. Around the tenth day, my posts started gaining traction. There was a turning point where I almost hit 10K followers, bringing me closer to accepting the Creator Rewards Program.

Fast forward to 60 days later, and I finally had tangible results: $ 930 from my TikTok account—a gratifying return for the effort!

Key Takeaways

1. Post Quantity Over Quality: In the early days, focus on getting videos out rather than perfecting each one. With more posts, you’ll gather insights on what resonates with your audience.
2. Experiment Validation: Don’t hesitate to imitate content from successful videos initially. Once you’ve established a following, feel free to innovate.
3. Niche Insight: The niche I focused on was the ‘Riz text niche’—a format that remains viral and not overly saturated.

Keyword

Keywords: TikTok, Automation, Creator Rewards Program, Niche, Content Creation, Engagement, Monetization, Video Editing, Viral Trends.

FAQ

Q1: What is the TikTok Creator Rewards Program? A1: The TikTok Creator Rewards Program allows creators to earn money based on their content’s engagement and views.

Q2: How long did it take to start earning money on TikTok? A2: It took me about 30 days to begin seeing results and a total of 60 days to reach a payout.

Q3: What niche did you focus on? A3: I explored the ‘Riz text niche,’ which involves creating fake iMessage text content, something that is still gaining traction.

Q4: Should I prioritize video quality or quantity when starting? A4: In the beginning, focus more on quantity. Experiment and gather data on what works for your audience first.

Q5: Can I replicate your strategy with a different niche? A5: Absolutely! The strategies I outlined can be adapted to suit any niche that interests you.