YouTube to SEO Blog Workflow with NotebookLM

Step 1: Upload the Transcript Go to NotebookLM > Create new notebook Click 'Add source' > Paste your video transcript or link the YouTube video directly Step 2: Plan Your SEO Strategy Before writing, drop in a short keyword brief: - 1 primary keyword - 3-5 related secondaries - Common search questions Example: - Primary: AI automation software - Secondary: automation ROI, business process automation, AI workflow tools Step 3: Guide the AI with a Real Prompt Give NotebookLM a detailed instruction set: - 'Write a 1200-1500 word blog post' - 'Use intro, H2/H3s, conclusion' - 'Include a meta description + keyword integration' - 'Summarize cost savings, productivity, and tool tips' Step 4: Review + Refine Check: Are keywords naturally placed? Does it follow SEO best practices? Does it sound like something I'd actually publish? Tweak sections if needed. Step 5: Final SEO Polish Before publishing: - Add keyword alt-text images - Insert internal + external links - Break long paragraphs for readability - Add a CTA (sign-up, download, next post) - Optional: Table of Contents + glossary