Hold the drill steady with both hands, keeping the shaft almost vertical. Start at the very centre of the cedar, the spot where the grain runs longest, and apply a firm, even pressure that follows the grain’s natural path. Rotate in a smooth, clockwise rhythm—don’t rush, but don’t stall either. Keep your wrists straight and let the weight of the drill do the work; you’ll find the best bite when the drill’s tip sits just deep enough to feel the wood give, not so deep that you gouge it. Remember, a cedar will speak back louder if you treat it like a stubborn guest; give it the courtesy of a measured touch and it shall cooperate.

Glad it helps. Just keep the drill's rhythm, and the cedar will tell its story in a steady tone. Good luck.