My view is the secret of success in the Championship is consistency, usually revolves around having a solid defence + keeper.
Also helps if a manager and fans can motivate the players to be focussed for every match giving 100% effort.
Also squad depth and not having bad luck regards injuries plays a part.
and finally quality is a factor too, we weren’t playing well against an excellent Preston team the other week, then N’Daeye scores a brilliant goal from nothing,
the goal changes the course of the match, PNE heads drop losing confidence and we end up comfortable and deserved winners.