Struggling with boring edits, slow pacing, or videos that just don’t pop? Give me 8 minutes, and I’ll show you the exact editing tricks creators use to make their videos smoother, faster, and instantly more watchable. How an editor’s brain works when deciding what grabs attention Why certain cuts feel satisfying and others feel awkward The psychology behind pacing that keeps viewers watching longer How to structure your timeline so viewers get hooked instantly Simple visual choices editors use to make videos look clean and cinematic The tiny sound cues that make your edits feel “pro” even if you’re a beginner If you want editing that looks cleaner, sharper, and 10x more engaging, this 8-minute breakdown will fix your workflow fast. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:31 The human brain wasn't built for youtube 1:13 The brain's love for change 2:41 The 3 second rule of Brain 4:10 The science of focus 4:56 The power of sound 5:46 Editing emotion not footage 6:27 Zeigarnik effect 6:55 The art of invisibility