Hand on throttle unless trimming until safe altitude and history behind this. 
Treat every takeoff as a crosswind takeoff. The technique works even if no crosswind. 
Only way to properly perform emergency procedures on takeoff is to brief actions beforehand 
Pre-departure and takeoff briefing to include normal procedure, emergency procedures especially engine failure on upwind climb and selection of emergency landing area and/or use of BRS, sterile cockpit, and passenger responsibilities 
Increasing aircraft visibility on the runway: Offset from runway centerline at night, landing light on when cleared for takeoff, all strobe lights on when on runway 
Climbs at Vx, Vy, and cruise climb