TikTok Automation Tips: How Top Content Creators Boost Earnings While Save Time

Everyone wants to be a content creator, but just 1% achieve this dream:

• Wake up at 10 a.m. in your pajamas.
• Enjoy breakfast in a six-star hotel. 
• No need to create content by yourself.
• Take a swim in the Bali sun. 
• By the time you’ve dried off and grabbed a drink, your TikTok channel has racked up thousands of views, and your income is climbing—all while you were just enjoying your day. 
• Check your phone and see your content uploaded and your audience growing—all without you lifting a finger. 

If you want to achieve this freedom lifestyle as a content creator, then it's time to think like a boss. A few years ago, I was grinding away on YouTube, desperately trying to get views and make it big. It was exhausting! But I believed that with hard work, I could make it in 2 years. Can you believe it? I was even willing to create content for free during that time, even when I had no other job. Nowadays, spending 2 years building a channel without monetizing from the start is a losing game—no high-earning creator does that anymore. If you’re not naturally great at creating content, waiting to earn money can feel painfully slow. So today, I want to help you stay ahead of the curve, fast-track your success, and make your channel profitable sooner—earning more money, all on autopilot.

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Automation and AI Tools: Your Secret Weapon

HubSpot's State of AI in Marketing Report shows that 84% of content creators are already using AI tools in 2024. Why are they doing it? It's simple: AI helps you be more productive, save time, and even reduce costs. Sebastian Ghiorghiu, a 25-year-old millionaire YouTuber, says, "People leveraging AI tools are running laps around everyone else. They're able to not only save time but also have mental bandwidth, allowing them to use it elsewhere and be more productive. Those who are more efficient are simply going to win every time.”

If you want to earn money like a boss, not like an employee, it’s time to step away from manual content creation. That grind is for employees—or better yet, for AI. But before I dive into the AI tools I recommend, I need you to make a decision. Do you believe AI can help you go viral and earn more money on autopilot? I was skeptical at first. I had a conservative mindset and didn’t believe AI could produce anything but trash. But then I saw how creators like  @biz_thoughts (2M+ followers) have had great success creating AI storytelling videos. If they can do it, why couldn’t I?

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The truth is, I wasn’t trying hard enough to make the most of AI’s potential. AI is incredibly cost-effective compared to freelancers, and no matter how much you push it, it doesn’t get tired, slow down, or ask for a raise. It works tirelessly to produce results—faster and often better than any human could, and at a fraction of the price. Agree? If so, let’s move on to the tools that I’m excited to share with you. They’ve made a massive difference in my journey, and I’m confident they’ll do the same for you.

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Zebracat, a text-to-video generator

Look at this video:

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Do you believe that I created this video from a simple prompt in just 3 seconds? Zebracat did the research for me, wrote an excellent script that I couldn’t have done on my own, and generated a video from scratch. And yes, this video is ready to be uploaded immediately to social media.

So, what other benefits does Zebracat offer to create content for your TikTok channel on autopilot? 

• All-in-One Platform: With Zebracat, I can go from idea to finished video in minutes without switching between apps.
• Top-Notch Quality: The visuals Zebracat generates are professional-grade, making your videos stand out.
• Ridiculously Easy: If you can type, you can create amazing videos with Zebracat. It’s that simple.
• 100+ Voice Options: Zebracat’s AI voices are so realistic, you can’t tell they’re not human. With over 120 to choose from, you’ll find the perfect tone for your story.
• Awesome Music: The built-in music library has tracks for any mood or genre.

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Here’s how I use Zebracat to churn out viral stories:

• I start by pasting my story idea, like "promote Mental Mastery Group like Adonis Gang," or a script.
• I select a visual style—AI-generated visuals, stock clips, or a combination.
• I choose a voice that matches the story's vibe.
• I hit "Generate" and let Zebracat do its thing.
• After a quick review and any necessary tweaks, it's ready to upload.

But why it works:

• Short-form videos perfectly match TikTok's format.
• AI enables rapid content creation, keeping up with TikTok’s fast pace.
• Unique AI-generated visuals grab viewers' attention.

Tips for better AI videos:

• Focus on "twist" endings—TikTok users love surprises.
• Use AI to create multiple script variations and choose the best one.
• Experimenting with different types of videos, like educational content, entertainment, or relatable stories, to find out what really connects with your audience.

Don't just take my word for it. Zebracat has a 4.7/5 rating on Trustpilot, 4.8/5 on Capterra, and 4.7/5 on G2.

What else do you need? Create your first video using Zebracat right now (it’s free).

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Opus Clip

Oh yeah, so what if you sometimes want to repurpose your long-form content from YouTube into short-form content for TikTok? Easy. Do you know Opus Clip? Now you do. Opus Clip can take your long videos and automatically cut them into multiple engaging shorts. It doesn’t stop there—it also provides you with hashtags, captions, and everything you need for SEO optimization on TikTok. With tools like this, repurposing content is super easy, and you can maximize your reach across different platforms without breaking a sweat.

So now that you know the secret to creating viral content, how can you automate it even further? 

Scheduling Tools

Instead of being glued to your phone 24/7, scheduling tools let you create and post content in bulk. It's like meal prepping, but for your TikTok feed! Here are some of my favorites:

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📅 Later

This one's perfect if you're just starting out. It's user-friendly and won't break the bank at just $16.67/month. You can connect up to 7 social profiles and schedule 30 posts per profile.

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🦉 Hootsuite

Want to do more than just schedule? Hootsuite's got you covered. It helps with content curation, hashtag suggestions, stock photos, editing, and even integrates with Canva. Plus, you can track how your posts are performing.

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🚀 Buffer and SproutSocial

They're a bit pricier, but they're packed with features that'll make your TikTok life so much easier.

When it comes to social media scheduling tools, you have plenty of options to choose from. While most of these tools offer similar basic scheduling features, the best one for you will depend on your specific needs. Some tools focus solely on scheduling, while others provide additional features like tracking metrics, social listening, and other advanced capabilities. It's also important to consider your budget and how much you can afford to spend on a scheduling tool each month. 

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Do you know how to be a Youtuber without showing your face?! If your answer to this question is NO, then come to our guide for the camera-shy creators.

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Engagement Automation

Engagement is everything on TikTok. You could be posting the most fire content in the world, but if you're not getting comments and likes, the TikTok algorithm is going to give you the cold shoulder.

Social media algorithms prioritize content that receives high engagement. Posts with more likes, shares, and comments are more likely to be seen by a wider audience (SocialPilot, 2024)​

But who has time to respond to every single comment and DM? That's where ManyChat swoops in to save the day.

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ManyChat

With ManyChat, you no longer need to manually click on every comment to react or reply. ManyChat helps you engage with your audience automatically, so you can relax and enjoy your martini on a beach in Bali. HubSpot reports that ManyChat's AI Step feature helped one creator, Trilce Jirón Garro, boost her mattress company's sales by a whopping 35%. The bot doesn't just follow up; it actually asks customer-specific questions, gathers data, and hands it over to the creator on a silver platter.

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After 10 years in marketing, I have to admit—I never liked spending time engaging with audiences on social media. It always felt like a time drain when I could be creating content or connecting with people ready to invest in what I offer. For most social media viewers, it’s a long journey before they decide to buy, and I just couldn’t justify the time spent answering comments when I had so much else to do.

That’s why I started using ManyChat. It covers audience engagement for me, so I don’t have to. Sounds a bit cold, but if you want to earn big and not get bogged down in the daily grind of social media, automation is key.

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Hootsuite

If you prefer a platform that not only helps you engage with your audience and potential clients on social media but also combines other features such as scheduling, keyword research, content creation, and tracking metrics, then Hootsuite is one of the best options.

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You can also choose Sprout Social and Buffer or other options. Here is a detailed blog post about 10 other tools for social media engagement. When it comes to earning more money on autopilot as a creator, metrics are your best friend. Metrics like engagement rate, click-through rate (CTR), and conversion rate are where the money comes from on social media. Ignoring these metrics is like traveling to a different country without a map. Just as you would need a map to navigate unfamiliar terrain, metrics guide you in optimizing your content and strategy to ensure you're reaching and engaging your audience effectively.

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Analytics and Reporting Automation

If you're wondering why your videos aren't blowing up like you hoped, your metrics are the answer. When you look at the metrics, you can understand how well your content resonates with your audience. It combines likes, shares, and comments to provide a comprehensive view of audience interaction (Metricool, 2024). But how can you access metrics from different social media platforms all in one place? That's where analytics tools come in.

With tools like TikTok Analytics, Sprout Social, Buffer, BuzzSumo, and SEMrush, you can automate your reporting and get a bird's-eye view of your performance. You'll be able to see which videos are hitting the mark, which ones are falling flat, and where you need to step up your game. With these tools, you'll be able to make smarter decisions that increase your engagement and turn your followers into money!

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Don't over-automate!

Forbes reports: “62% of consumers are less likely to engage with content if they know it was created by AI”. So, while these tools can definitely make your life easier, don't let them take over your personality. Your unique voice, style, and sense of humor are what make your content stand out—no AI can replicate that!

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Anyway, you can read more about Best AI tools to create faceless channels in our blog too.

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Conclusion

Automating your TikTok channel can indeed help you achieve financial freedom faster. Content creators don't create content just for the sake of passion—they want to make huge money from it, turn it to passive income, ditch their 9-5 jobs, and retire early. But remember to balance automation with authenticity. Your audience loves you for who you are, so don’t lose that special connection. Ready to start making thousands of dollars in passive income like other top creators? Try tools like Zebracat, Later, and ManyChat. They’ll save you tons of time, help you work smarter and achieve your financial freedom dream faster than you can ever think of. Just keep an eye on your metrics and tweak your strategy as you go.