I've spent 10 years producing videos on YouTube, creating over 20 channels with less than 1,000 subscribers each, but I've learned that success lies not in going viral, but in targeting the right audience and creating quality content. The key to success is focusing on search views by showcasing knowledge while serving relevant keywords, using autosuggest to find new keywords, and leveraging Google Trends to find timely keywords. To boost performance, automate post-production processes, increase engagement rates with the 15-second rule, integrate clear calls-to-action, use video descriptions to your advantage, and make the most of cross-platform promotion. By doing so, you can turn viewers into customers and maximize your YouTube channel's potential without relying on viral hits.