In the early growth phase (0–1,000 subscribers), consistency beats quality. After 1,000, quality becomes more important. Never sacrifice both simultaneously.
Short breaks (1–2 weeks) have minimal impact. Breaks of 1+ months can reduce algorithmic distribution. Announce breaks to your audience to maintain trust.
Batch create content 2–3 weeks in advance so you always have a buffer. Never publish your last piece of content without having the next one ready.