Research before you record
Search YouTube and Google for topics your audience cares about, and note the phrases suggested in autocomplete. Build videos around real questions.
Title and thumbnail work together
Use a clear title with your main phrase early, and a thumbnail that is easy to read on a phone. Together they decide whether people click.
Optimize the description
Write a helpful description in the first lines, add timestamps and relevant links, and include your main topic naturally rather than stuffing keywords.
Keep people watching
Open with a clear promise, cut filler and deliver on the title. Audience retention is one of the strongest signals for growth.