1. Start With Keyword Research

Before you upload your video, ask yourself:

“What words would people type when searching for this video?”

These words are your keywords.

Where to find keyword ideas:

• Akemshow search suggestions

• Google search suggestions

• YouTube search bar

• Trends in your niche (e.g., comedy, tech, beauty, fitness)

• Related videos from top creators

Example:

If your video is about “how to dance Amapiano,” potential keywords include:

• Amapiano dance tutorial

• Learn Amapiano steps

• Amapiano 2025 dance

• African dance styles

Use these keywords in your title, description, and tags.

2. Write SEO-Friendly, Click-able Titles

Your title is the most powerful ranking factor.

A good title should:

1. Contain your main keyword
2. Be clear and specific
3. Spark curiosity

Examples of optimized Akemshow titles:

• “Amapiano Dance Tutorial for Beginners (2025 Step-by-Step Guide)”

• “How to Cook Jollof Rice Like a Pro — Nigerian Recipe Explained”

• “10 Skincare Mistakes Africans Must Avoid in 2025”

• Avoid:
  One-word titles like “Dance”
• Overly long titles
• Misleading clickbait

3. Optimize Your Video Description

Search engines scan your description for keywords and context.

What to include:

• A short keyword-rich summary

• Timestamps (if needed)

• Extra keywords naturally blended

• Links to your other content

Example:

Description (optimized):
“Learn the latest Amapiano dance moves with this beginner-friendly tutorial. In this video, I break down each step slowly so anyone can follow. If you enjoy African dance tutorials and want to improve your skills, subscribe for weekly videos!”

Notice how the keywords “Amapiano,” “dance moves,” and “African dance tutorials” appear naturally.

4. Add Relevant Tags

Tags help Akemshow understand your content category.

Use:

• Primary keyword

• Alternative phrases

• Broad niche tags

Example Tag List:

Amapiano dance, Amapiano tutorial, African dance, South African music, Amapiano 2025, dance lessons

5. Create High-Quality Thumbnails

SEO is not just text — engagement affects rankings too.

A clickable thumbnail will increase:

• Click-through rate (CTR)

• Watch time

• Search visibility

Good thumbnail tips:

✔ Use a clear face or action
✔ High contrast colours
✔ Big readable text (3–4 words max)
✔ A consistent style

6. Increase Watch Time & Audience Retention

Akemshow ranks videos higher when viewers stay longer.

Boost retention by:

• Starting strong (first 5 seconds matter)

• Eliminating long pauses

• Using storytelling

• Adding captions and visuals

• Delivering value quickly

If people click your video but leave early, your ranking drops.

7. Encourage Engagement

Comments, likes, and shares are strong ranking signals.

Say things like:

• “Let me know in the comments what move you struggled with.”

• “Like this video if you want a part two.”

• “Share this with someone learning Amapiano!”

Make engagement easy and fun.

8. Upload Consistently

Creators who upload regularly rank better because:

• They attract more returning viewers

• Akemshow sees them as active creators

• Their videos cross-promote each other

Aim for at least 1–2 uploads per week.

9. Promote Your Videos Externally

Akemshow rewards traffic coming from outside sources.

Share your video link on:

• WhatsApp groups

• Facebook

• TikTok

• Instagram Reels

• Twitter

• Telegram communities

The more people click, the higher your ranking climbs.

10. Use Analytics to Improve

Akemshow analytics tells you:

• Which keywords bring viewers

• Which videos people watch more

• Which thumbnails have the best CTR

• How long people watch

Double down on what works, improve what doesn’t.

Final Thoughts

SEO is not magic — it’s a strategic way of telling both the platform and viewers what your video is about.

• When done correctly, SEO will:
  Increase your ranking
• Help more people discover your content
• Boost your views
• Increase your earnings

Apply these steps consistently and you will see fast, measurable growth on Akemshow.