Who to give Counties to

Quick way to find weak people to give counties to:
Search people for:

• Non rulers
• Your Religion
• Male
• Your Culture
• Your Dynasty

See http://crusaderkings-two.wikia.com/wiki/Keeping_Your_Vassals_Weak

How to advance from Count

See this article:
http://guides.gamepressure.com/crusaderkingsii/guide.asp?ID=14403