Before joining, I felt overwhelmed trying to figure out how to build a YouTube business on my own. Even though I'm in the early lessons, I’ve already gained clarity and a step‑by‑step plan that feels doable. The coaches have been supportive and genuinely motivating.
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 14, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience, Sayira! We’re glad to hear that you’re already gaining clarity and feeling more confident about the path ahead. Building a Youtube business can feel overwhelming at first, so it’s great to know the lessons and coaching support are helping make a process feel more manageable. We’re excited to be part of your journey!
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Jessica M.
Beginner Youtuber
Before I started CGE I was not aware of how to optimize YouTube videos for growing a channel. I also would overthink the process of creating content and spend way too much time on a single video. Four months later I am able to batch up to eight videos at a time and schedule them out in a way that frees my time for the next x number of weeks. The coaches are very helpful and direct on how to improve. I am looking forward to the analytics reflecting the improvement I have made.
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 14, 2026
Thank you for sharing your journey, Jessica! It’s awesome to hear how much progress you’ve made in just a few months. From overthinking every video to batching and scheduling weeks of content is a huge win! We’re glad the coaching has helped simplify the process. We’re excited to see your analytics catch up with all the hard work you;ve been putting in. Keep it up!
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Karen
I'm just starting a You Tube channel
I'm just starting a You Tube channel, and I love the information in this class! It has given me all the information I need to get started and grow my business, plus the confidence to get going.
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 14, 2026
Thank you for the kind words, Karen! We’re glad the program has given you the knowledge and confidence to get started. Wishing you lots of success as you grow your channel and business!
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Stephen B.
A Wealth of Training
I’m finishing the 6‑month Shane Hummus Content Growth Engine program and it delivered exactly what it promised. I went from a complete YouTube beginner to a solid intermediate creator with a working system.
The program offers a large amount of up‑to‑date training, live sessions, and coaching. There’s more material than one person can get through, and it’s all practical.
I put in the hours and made real progress: 100 long‑form videos and a full sales funnel built from scratch — lead magnet, landing page, and digital product. If someone is ready to do the work and take YouTube seriously, this is a strong program.
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 14, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience, Stephen! It’s amazing to see how much you’ve accomplished in six months. Going from a complete beginner to building a channel is a huge achievement. We’re grateful to have been part of your journey and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next!
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Alison M.
Love the step by step training
The step by step training that is provided is excellent. Each step builds on the prior module, and positions the Youtube steps from a different angle than the 'same old' education often presented elsewhere. The training is especially good for those with a business to promote.
I like the contact from the coaches, and the encouragement. I would love to see where you can pick how much contact or follow up you require from a coach, eg monthly check ins (self driven and already quite skilled), or fortnightly (quite new with YT and need regular contact).
The CGE community is positive, encouraging and also very generous in offering their own skills to help other members. Or to give their expert opinions. This is a bonus I was not expecting and it is great to be a part of a supportive like-minded community.
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 14, 2026
Thank you for the review, Alison! We’re glad you’ve found the training valuable and that the community has been such a positive part of your experience. We appreciate your feedback on our coaching support and follow-up options. Thanks for being such a great part of the CGE Community!
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Andrew A.
Intense workload, burnout, and no $10k/month results
I was a full time college student and calisthenics athlete with multiple external commitments. The CGE coaches told me to create YouTube videos 1 to 3 times per week. I did not achieve the advertised $10k a month outcome.
During the webinar and sales process, I was told that many full time students and working individuals were making $10k/month or more within 6 months through YouTube. I was also told that reaching $10k/month within 3 to 4 months was highly likely if I followed the program.
The 1 on 1 monthly check in calls with a coach lasted 30 minutes, which was not enough time to address all my questions. Weekly group calls were 1 hour or more, but it was difficult to get personalized feedback due to the number of participants.
The coaching often emphasized experimenting and finding your own niche and style.
The coaching approach required a significant amount of self-directed experimentation within a recommended niche, rather than providing a fully structured step-by-step system, which made it difficult for a beginner to know exactly what to execute.
I extracted familiarity with online income systems, motivation to post content, and I became more comfortable with consistency under pressure.
I initially wanted to learn the full system of making money on YouTube before creating content. The offer creation module felt generalized, and I was unsure of next steps.
When asking for feedback on improving my videos, I received mostly general YouTube growth advice rather than specific guidance tailored to my situation or strengths.
My experience was that the program’s pace and coaching style were not well-aligned with my circumstances as an overwhelmed student, and there was strong emphasis on consistent output before I felt prepared.
Based on my experience, I strongly encourage future buyers to think carefully about whether you:
1. Enjoy creating YouTube videos
2. Are comfortable with slower-than-expected progress
3. Have enough time and energy to consistently execute while balancing other commitments
Based on my experience, students with limited time and multiple commitments should carefully consider whether the required level of consistency is realistic for their situation.
This review reflects my personal experience with the overall structure and fit of the program for my situation and is not a reflection of any individual coach.
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 15, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, Andrew.
I'm truly sorry that the program wasn't the right fit for you and that your experience didn't meet your expectations.
After reviewing your journey with us, we can see that you joined the program in September 2025 and completed your onboarding in October.
Throughout your time with us, you worked with multiple coaches, including Murray, Marta, and Tina, and received ongoing support through coaching sessions, assignment reviews, and implementation guidance.
On February 26, Marta reconnected with you for a 30-minute follow-up call to help you get back on track after a period of inactivity. On March 26, after another follow-up conversation, we provided you with a one-month extension so you could continue making progress.
On April 6, Tina reviewed your Muse assignment and invited you to book a follow-up coaching call, and on April 14, she shared two Holy Trifecta examples to help with implementation.
After you let us know your school workload had increased, we extended your access again on April 21 through May 10 so you could work through the program at a pace that better suited your circumstances. When your Trustpilot review changed from 3 stars to 1 star, our team continued reaching out on June 1, June 2, and June 3 by phone, SMS, email, and a follow-up call invitation because we genuinely wanted to better understand your concerns and see how we could improve your experience.
If we could have done a better job setting expectations around the level of commitment required or providing additional structure for someone just beginning their YouTube journey, we take full responsibility for that.
It genuinely disappoints us to know that you left feeling the program wasn't the right fit, because our goal is to help every student build a sustainable YouTube business while providing the guidance and support they need throughout the process.
We also appreciate the thoughtful feedback you shared with us regarding beginner guidance, coaching frequency, and expectation-setting, as feedback like yours helps us continue improving the experience for future students.
We'd still welcome the opportunity to continue the conversation and see if there's anything more we can do for you. Please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] so we can discuss how we can best make this right.
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B. C. H.
Enjoyed working with Shane Hummus’s…
Enjoyed working with Shane Hummus’s group. The program helped me understand YouTube in a much clearer way especially how to think about titles, thumbnails, and audience interest. Coaches available and ready to help. I appreciated the support, encouragement and useful feedback from the entire team.
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 17, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that the program helped you gain a clearer understanding of YouTube, especially when it comes to titles, thumbnails, and creating content your audience wants to watch. It means a lot to know that our coaches and support team made a positive impact with their guidance and encouragement. We truly appreciate you being part of the community, and we wish you continued success with your channel!
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Casey J.
The CGE team has been amazing to work…
The CGE team has been amazing to work with! At the start, we had no idea how to create a YouTube channel, how to make videos, how to create titles / thumbnails - really all things YouTube. The team helped us lock in our niche, develop a process for creating videos, and optimize titles / thumbnails. We went from posting videos with 2 views to videos with hundreds. We are still learning everyday, but have the guidance and support from CGE to make what we're doing meaningful and effective!
Response from Content Growth EngineJul 16, 2026
Casey, it’s inspiring to see how far you’ve come since starting with the CGE program. From learning the basics of YouTube to now posting videos with hundreds of views, your progress is remarkable. We’re so glad the team could help you lock in your niche and build a process that works for you. Keep up the amazing work!