Hey #NotificationSquad and #earlygang! I've made a lot of videos about my new process to growth but realised they are all seperate, wanted to put EVERYTHING in one single video outlining my entire strategy in 2023, with specific examples! Hope you're all having a great mid year! And enjoying the content creation process!
Step 5 hits hard. I've always loved telling stories and saw streaming as an avenue to express it. The more I get into it the more I love it but I can admit growth has been slow. But hearing "content gets you growth, streaming is the "win/fun" part of it" puts it in the correct perspective. GOING LIVE is the win, everything else is to make that win taste so much sweeter. Good job and love the videos. I know I can kill it and its content like this rthat renforces it over and over.
engaging bright thumbnail, catchy click baity title. you do those two things (i checked out your channel) you will easily have over 1000 subs in two weeks, good luck friend and lmk how it goes
I'm so happy I came across this video. I've seen hundreds of videos all which say just start streaming, be crazy, be insanely good at gaming. But this one really does inform about all the different things we can be doing before we even start streaming wish I found this sooner.
Thank you for these steps! I've just started my streaming journey and I'm actually still planning my niche and what type of content to create, but it's thanks to your videos that have encouraged me to finally start after putting the thought off for years. To anyone reading this and planning to start, this is the sign! You're already one step closer by watching this video. Hoping for everyone's success 🙌
This man has single handedly been the best resource for me as a content creator. I'd been streaming for the past 2 weeks on twitch and it's been horribly demoralizing. I needed this. Thanks
I've recently returned to streaming, I have cerebral palsy and the last few years it has gotten worse and worse so 1 of the big things for me was getting back the confidence to put myself back out there so this will help a lot, thank you :)
I've been trying to apply all your advice on stream planning, and short form content. I feel like I'm finally starting to build a stronger and bigger community here on UA-cam! Thank you so much for every single video you make! Q1 Topic: Things I've learned and experienced because of playing videogames (tech, friendships, life lessons, etc.) Q2: Value Prop.: I can be very expressive, exaggerated, loud, entertaining and always positive, and at the same time, I can care for someone at a deeper level.
I have a monetized channel and lost motivation because I was "too late" post-pandemic. I kinda knew all this info in the video already, but you executed it so well that this was the video I needed to inspire me to make content again. Thank you ❤
Thank you for the advice. This is quite honestly the best advice I've heard. I've tried starting a channel a few times in the past and as you mentioned, it's so demoralizing spending hours of time editing videos or going live for hours at a time with no one to talk to. I'm going to follow your advice and hopefully I'll be able to come back to this comment one day and thank you again. Cheers bud!
2:24 This is the route i took back in 2016 and still do it in 2023. Its not a road that will necessarily have you grow faster but i didnt care how fast i grew my content . i live a simple life and i wanted to continue that stress free life in my content making as well . Happiness will always trump Stress :) Definitely make yourself happy first. Your viewers will see that and will wanna watch a happy streamer
I know that choosing your niche is very important step but the idea of it just kills me inside. Every week I want to do something different and I just don't have fun doing something I'm not in the mood for. I don't know how to get past this problem yet but I know I probably have to if I want to grow. My every attempt to choose a niche goes like this. "I love TTRPGs and worldbuilding so I'll do that. I want to do some art as well and it goes well together so why not. I can also play rpg games because it's mostly the same audience... But they might not necessarily want to watch gameplay. And I also like anime and do some videos about them, well about other non-anime series too. On top of that I would like to be a vtuber..." And so it goes...
I totally feel this. A niche is great and all, but when I look at some of the popular Vtubers, I'm like "ooh sweet, a cooking stream! I could do that! Ooh, a singing stream? Can do! Gaming? yeah, I got that! Art? .... it'll be a comedy, but okay!"
@@Daymond42 Yeah I feel you, I know it's gaming I want to do but similarly to @mihau_ part of what I like is flicking! Just can't nail down that "initial niche" that he describes which I know I need to!
You could make 2 channels, one that focuses on media commentary, and one that focuses on TTRPG and art. You can start with anime at first, then slowly start covering other stuff. If people like your anime commentary enough they might watch your commentary of the other stuff. I don't recommend doing it when starting out but it is something you can consider for later. TTRPG and art sounds great. Some ideas for what you could do with it are: You could make streams about designing characters for your TTRPG with input from your viewers. You could stream playing TTRPG with friends, take the best moments and add illustrations for them, and upload them to youtube. Maybe a visual novel-style presentation with backgrounds, character sprites that change expressions and some unique illustrations to elevate those special moments. As you get better with drawing you could maybe add some animations. Add in your shitpost humour. Reference memes and draw them. It'll make your TTRPG content stand out from others and could be your niche. You can also make a story that plays out in your TTRPG streams and TTRPG series to make it more interesting. Also gives people a reason to want to tune in for the next streams and shows, because they want to see what happens next. Think outside the box. You can always create your own niche that combines other things to create something unique. Don't be afraid to experiment.
@@Amelia_Starlight Yeah, two channels is the way to go but not really at the start. I still need to focus on one thing at the beginning. We'll see what future me does.
you only loose if you give up. if you never give up you never loose. Look into programs they really help and give you an idea how and where to start on bring people in.
Your videos have always been really helpful and i was streaming for a while, (couple months), everyday trying to hit affiliate…and never accomplished my goal, even being soooo close one thing killed me; and that was average viewers, it sucked i was sooo close; and didnt know a good way of hitting it and this video makes me want to try again ❤️💯 (dont know if youd pop in at times) but my twitch is the same as my yt; really appreciate your videos and the way you help others
Thank you for a very educational video. I started my channel back in 2013ish. But had a very long break due to a huge depression. I remember back then it was difficult getting momentum but I did starting to reach an audience that enjoyed my videos. But I was also all over the place, I wanted to do everything at the same time and didn't have patience while trying to hard which in retrospect I now see was me not being true to my self. Consistency is key, and all your tips to reach new potential followers are golden. Thank you!
I've done UA-cam and streaming (on Twitch) since 2015. I have made many mistakes over the years, probably all of the mistakes you can make. But somehow I still have this passion for it. Before I used to not care about following the trends and was lazy with titles and thumbnails. Always thought it just took the right people to find my content. I've been looking into starting a new channel with new ideas lately and this popped up on my feed. You make great content with great advice. Thank you for being awesome!
I really liked the simplicty and editing of your video. I've heard this stuff a so many times, but the way you did this was very clear easy and authentic. You win!
Your videos are awesome dude. I’ve been flip flopping between YT and Twitch for a long time now, and this has finally made me realize that Twitch is not a good platform for streaming, and I’ve been trying to convince myself that Twitch is good. tysm dude, you’ve helped me so so much
If I had to give a presentation on the fly with out any prep, it would be on anything nursing, or from the concept of games, healing and healthcare. Just completed nursing school so I get easily interested about anything healing in games. Also been a long while since watching your videos again and being on the stream scene, so I’m glad to be on the streaming trail again! Thank you for your content man!
Thank you so much for this video! This brought me back to realizing that I can’t just be streaming to have actual growth. Thanks as well for getting me to finally start on actually editing the short form content instead of using my clips. Now I just need to hope I can stick to what I want to work on
This guy honestly deserves so much more attention.This dude is teaching us " the people that want to know and learn how to be what we want to be" how to STEP BY STEP make shit happen. You never see the people that we watch all the time tell us shit.This guy is awesome , he's amazing.
love your content and have been following the last couple weeks and franticly taking notes as im starting this awesome journey myself in 2023. Lots of love!!
video really helps a lot , I was thinking about getting into content creation & streaming since i work from home already & i planned on streaming 1 day from 12pm-4pm and the next day from 7:30pm-11:30 every single day . People don’t get consistency beats out the “grind” every time.
If I had to give a lecture on something with zero prep it'd probably be about the importance of being kind to people. I work with kids and one of the things I've found myself repeating over the years when bullying becomes a problem is, "people aren't going to think you're cool in the future because you're mean to someone else now. That person you're picking on is going to remember you being mean to them. Wouldn't you rather be remembered positively for being kind and understanding?" Although idk if that really has much relevance to streaming or content creation past being a good way to look at the world imo. I guess I'm mostly trying to have fun on stream, but trying to figure out what that means content wise still. I'm a slow burner and find it takes me many tries before things start clicking. I'm Simplexis on every platform.
I stream at least 3 times a week. But for the last two weeks ive had time to stream almost every day and ive slowly been moving into a niche. Skyrim is just too much fun to play on stream. With the lore, glitches, and bugs. And the gameplay in it of itself is amazing. And thats with out mods! Thanks for the videos you make. Theyve been super helpful.
LOVE your content as always. finally making the livestream switch from Twitch to UA-cam, because of the discoverability. Some of my audience isn't keen about the switch, but I have to do what's right for me. I love the advice about having a niche. I didn't do that when I started Twitch, but now I specifically play horror based games, so that I can edit those down into scare compilations!
#1 - plan out your journey with streaming. Content map. What do you want to see, what do you like, what do you love making content about? Niche it down. #2 - make youtube shorts & tiktoks - short form content brings a lot more viewers. Allows you to develop editing skills in small chunks. #3 - Ideas for videos - ask a question, provide an answer. Make a challenge, show the journey. HOOK the audience. #4 - Content is king. You can't hack the algorithm. #5 - Make longer form youtube videos to gain a following. Use the editing skills from your shorts in your long form content. #6 - Community memes. Make em.
Truly Thank you for this informational video. You hit home on a lot of my "incorrect" angles. I am gonna learn YT shorts today, and editing this week lol. I will take this advice. Listen in streamers. He is onto something!
Again, Truly Thank you eljay! I made my first YT short, Got over 2k hits overnight! Me and the wife were literally crying! lol. I've watched your videos on new streamer setups, how to use streamlabs, how to setup panels, my stream, and many others. As a thank you I have a personal shoutout to you on my Twitch channel, as well as view him when I'm offline! Thank you for taking the time to help us try to create something worth watching my friend.
I just started getting back into streaming after 8 years off. The competition is crazy out there. Really appreciate your videos. They have helped me a lot
The good thing about UA-cam vids is that even if you have no viewers at start the vid will be around and get more and more people want thing it over time. A stream is for the moment. I guess best is streaming and making videos.
I knew I needed the information in this video when you started saying things that made logical sense, and that my brain was initially resistant to because it will be more work than "Hit the button and stay on for lots of hours". This is the video I was looking for. Really appreciate you being real about the process.
I have ADHD and running a twitch channel, UA-cam channel, discord, Instagram, Tiktok and Twitter was too much for me. I got overwhelmed and avoided all the work to even make a video because it made me anxious. I eventually killed all my socials except Twitter and stopped being active in Discord and I was at least able to consistent with streaming. I agree Discord is too time consuming. I tell my community and any new person who joins that I'm not usually there but I'll pop in sometimes. ALL just to say that I think this method is SUPER friendly for people like me who can't juggle a lot at once and is only working by themselves. Thanks for the tips! I'll definittely start making some Shorts. :)
Just wanted to say your videos are awesome. I'm new at this and just doing it as a hobby as a way to not be at the bars every night. You make this fun!!!
Can’t agree with you enough! I thought it would be hard to livestream but I started doing long form videos and shorts and now I livestream once a week and average 50-70 views total (peak 8-10) but leaving the stream up and public I gain way more traction and views then a normal video post which is wild! I appreciate your advice! I did learn a little more from this video that I will definitely implement 😊
I have learned alot in this video, you have set me straight, this isn't my main account just viewing on it, but when it was getting to the end and the lofi music was happening it all clicked, i love how you tune the music to your tone
I started streaming on UA-cam instead of Twitch after a few years of hiatus and I'm glad I seem to have made a good decision (≧∀≦) Thanks for the wonderfully grounded, actionable advice ❤
I use streaming as a way to get better at speaking to people as I have social anxiety, and I've been finding that streaming is giving me the motivation to practice speaking. I've slowly been getting better at speaking while hiding behind an avatar I made and it's great.
I am so incredibly upset right now I've spent the last 2 months constantly streaming on twitch trying to grind everyday, playing different games i thought would be fun and entertaining, even posting clips from the streams to tiktok with my own little edits.. only to gain nothing. Now after watching this video i see now i was doing everything all fucking wrong and wasted my time digging myself a deep ass hole. I loved this video but now im just upset with so much wasted time that i just want to give it up. Even though i know i won't and just needed somewhere to write this
You're the one out here giving legendary advice that if you apply will only lead to growth. I will be trying this on my channel! In 3 years ill send you a check for this!!💪
@@HatedVidsIsAreNation my sister encouraged me a while back and I eventually used her encouragement and started! Its been a fun and chaotic experience and I usually try to use the bumps in the road to make my streams fun. 😊
I enjoy your content. I am not actually looking to have streaming be my job. I like to use it to play new games I haven’t played before. These videos have helped me with some information to make streaming more entertaining. Thank you.
This is actually really similar to what Vtubers do. When a company gets a new crop of v-tubers, before the debut stream for each one face bend a ton of time on posting social media content first. They'll tweet announcements, each individual creator will have their own stuff to post, there's shorts and reveals that just help to build up hype. Finally, the big debut, and they already have a steady audience. A lot of times they don't even reveal their voice until the first stream. And I'm learning about how these guys all generate hive before their first dream and wondering why don't regular non-virtual content creators do that? Virtual UA-camr Ren Penrose literally started invading the feet of people who don't even watch that type of content because of her shorts, which didn't even have anything to do with her regular content and mostly had to do with talking about what life as a V tuber is like, sometimes spilling the beans about what it's like behind the scenes and how it isn't just playing games all day and nothing else. She accidentally became one of the biggest new Vtubers entirely off the power of UA-cam shorts. You've got to build that hype, people.
This has given me a good deal of perspective. I started streaming some two months ago, strictly on TikTok -- hardware limits to try other platforms as they would deter my fps and playing experience too much, only tt was compatible. I have made a great community these two months, a great deal of paid subs now since I earned the option a month ago. To me, a decent 20-30 avg viewers, with plenty in n out that I've gotten to know pretty well. Due to my schedule, I felt I didn't have time to make content, and focused solely on the streaming experience. But, it might be a good idea to sacrifice one of my streaming slots for content, maybe even two slots. I usually stream a good 36-40hrs a week. "streaming is the win/fun part of it" gives me a lot of perspective -- my community sends me personal messages often of what I and the space/community have created has done for them, and if I focus on the content and really spread our moments from stream, it can only do good, bring more to the community who want to be a part of it. Thank you for this!
Hello! I am just going to stream for the first time using my laptop (no funds for pc). And still preparing. No idea with editing vids. This vid gives me things to learn.
Loving this video so far. I'm trying to make a go of streaming, but I feel like I'm in for a rough ride making worldbuilding content (or trying to). I definitely need a solid plan.
I'm starting to stream and your videos are helping me a lot I have issues on the camera but im shure u coverd that Defenetly the best youtuber about here!!!
Your videos are so helpful! Not just the information yoi provide but also it kinda motivates me. I still haven't started doing short form content because I'm still planning it out. I'm trying to build a niche around indie games and for now I'm having a blast just streaming. On twitch sadly but it's because I already build a relationship with many other small streamers on the platform and I don't want to loose it.
A topic i could talk 15 mins about with no prep? Elder scrolls hands down. I used to stream ESO pretty exclusively until recently. I keep hmming and hawing what to do with my channel, i have so many ideas. But youre right, I could pick some quick topics about elder scrolls for shorts and edit those instead of banging my head against a wall trying to edit 20 min videos with little to no experience. That method is absolutely genius!
That's not true. Working with other small streamers, lurking, has increased my views exponentially. Getting that help from the lurking support gives you exposure to get the viewers that will then be attracted to your content if you make it good.
I'm late to the party but I can say I've seen several of your videos and really enjoy it. It's apparent you enjoy what you do. I haven't even owned a computer for years. Recently received a laptop and have a pc+several other things on the way. I plan to start streaming/making videos soon. I'm happy to know, several points you mentioned I've already been doing without realizing it. To start I plan on streaming/recording just 1 simulator. My goal isn't even to become big, just have fun streaming what I'd be doing anyway. My "niche" or "catch" is to start with nearly no knowledge of or experience with the game I'm playing so people can watch me suck and mess up and watch me (hopefully) get better over time. The same applies to my stream. I'll have very little experience with the software I'm streaming with (obs) and with crappy equipment so people can really see me evolve over time. Not set in stone but I'm also considering using NO addons/plug-ins for my game and possibly use keyboard only and not use my gaming controller for a true, real experience the way the game was designed to be played. Maybe this will help show people you CAN game without fancy, expensive add-ons and equipment. Also, since I go by rawkn (pronounced rock-in) I have several phrases I can use with my name. Will this raw, barebones game play and evolving from no knowledge and experience be fun for anyone else? Who knows. Honestly, I just hope to have fun doing it and if I have fun, maybe it'll be contagious and others can have fun. Will anyone read this whole thing I typed? Probably not, but hey I had fun!
thanks. good tip about what the thing to do a presentation on for 15 mins with no prep. hip hop would be my topic oldschool to newschool, producers and rappers and everything with it. im a nerd though oldschool runescape is my niche first time streamer wish me luck
If I had an average of 80 views I would be one happy man, I am thankful for videos like this because my dream is to be a fulltime streamer and help pay my mothers cancer bills ect thank you for taking the time to make this I'd love to get a community going and meet some more people.
your question of 'speak on a topic 58 minutes, no prep, what would it be' has my mind blown. or my answer to that question at least. i had no idea. i can't really talk about it yet but, damn. that was clutch for me, thanks bro
I focus mostly on twitch, and I am about to release my "first" youtube vid, I see slow but steady growth (although I gained 60 followers from one 20 hour stream lol). But I am going to start applying a lot of these to hopefully see some more drastic growth, and see you at the top 😉 lol
With me I like role playing and making characters, as well as just being stupid. I RP on GTA as a character named Mable Appleberry and at first I didnt think much of it but now Im in love with that character and wanna do more. These tips of yours are really gonna gonna help me grow and hopefully more people can have fun with Mable and I!
Thanks for the tips! Still working on building my brand myself and a niche can be hard to find being a variety gamer but I’m gonna continue to push out what I can and keep being me! The hope is people will eventually like me and what I’m saying more than the game I’m playing. I’m still working on and getting better with every video being comfortable on camera and having my commentary be funny/good and add to the video but I have faith that with time and good continuous content and motivation it’ll happen!
I've always been a believer in being to help each other out in terms of getting better at our craft for example I'm just starting but thanks to the community that I've become a part of I'm learning and growing little by little
I’ve been doing TikTok for years. I’m at over 19k followers but TikTok hasn’t been pushing my videos for about a year now. I only get about 300 views a video now. So now I’m trying to upload more to UA-cam. But I do car content so I don’t upload often. So I’m looking into streaming games to twitch.
What I've observed is that discovery on Twitch is through participating in existing communities before starting to stream. I know of someone who made Affiliate in a single month, the literal minimum possible time, because she was already well known and liked in a number of overlapping chat and Discord communities before she started streaming. I've also seen someone who streamed to nobody for months, but never showed up in any other streamer's chat, ever.
I like asking myself questions. Like, "What would happen if I did blank" in a game. I love branching narratives so often it is all approvals on one character or making only choices that are one type of category, heck even - what if I only pick choices on the left side. IDK if anyone else likes it, but I enjoy myself playing games in challenge mode (after playing t normally obvi) in branching narratives to see all the options.
This video, like all of your videos, is packed full of helpful info. It also makes me realize I struggle with one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle - making short form content. I just don’t have the vision or the creative mind for it. Making something interesting in less than a minute?! My brain goes blank.
One thing that motivated me to make better stream content on UA-cam is the fact that when you're streaming on UA-cam, you're competing against the Mr Beasts and other edited content in the sidebar. It's motivated me to actually have a plan when I stream and put on a show that's engaging enough for someone to stay and watch! Oh and to answer your questions too: 1. I think the topic I could give a presentation on is Indie Games. I've always loved trying new games that no one's heard about and sharing them with others! 2. I think my "unique value" would be my passion for gaming. Whenever I start a new game, I want to see everything the game has to offer. Secrets, easter eggs, achievements, details, etc. I like showing people things they may not have known about and searching every corner for secrets. I've been streaming here on UA-cam for almost two years now and I absolutely love it! This video was great, thanks for putting it together!
I was literally just counting how many subscribers I have gotten from lives vs. videos vs. shorts and was really surprised to see most came from my shorts. So I was just thinking I should bump them up. Thanks for the info :)
LOVE this video bro! I wish more creators were to the point and engaging like you. I am in the shorts phase now for my 2nd channel where I play hearthstone, and I’m having the time of my life. I will use the shorts as “ads” for my longer videos, and then use both as ads for my future livestreams. I figured I should probably have 500 subs before I start live-streaming, but we’ll see!
Amazing tips! The idea of "creating the content for people like me" is the entire reason why I started looking into becoming a content creator! I'm so happy I'm on the right track and I can't wait to get started!
Hey #NotificationSquad and #earlygang! I've made a lot of videos about my new process to growth but realised they are all seperate, wanted to put EVERYTHING in one single video outlining my entire strategy in 2023, with specific examples! Hope you're all having a great mid year! And enjoying the content creation process!
And we're all here for it, even if we've watched all the others individually 😂🙌
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What's your mic? I have really big issues with that😑
Step 5 hits hard. I've always loved telling stories and saw streaming as an avenue to express it. The more I get into it the more I love it but I can admit growth has been slow. But hearing "content gets you growth, streaming is the "win/fun" part of it" puts it in the correct perspective. GOING LIVE is the win, everything else is to make that win taste so much sweeter.
Good job and love the videos. I know I can kill it and its content like this rthat renforces it over and over.
good luck bro
that’s the thing tho you started to be able to express your stories not for the views , maintain that mindset & they will come to you .
engaging bright thumbnail, catchy click baity title. you do those two things (i checked out your channel) you will easily have over 1000 subs in two weeks, good luck friend and lmk how it goes
I'm so happy I came across this video. I've seen hundreds of videos all which say just start streaming, be crazy, be insanely good at gaming. But this one really does inform about all the different things we can be doing before we even start streaming wish I found this sooner.
Glad I could help!
"Be insanely good at gaming" is the worse. Lots of people, like me, prefer watching entertaining noobs to someone who knows how to play.
Thank you for these steps! I've just started my streaming journey and I'm actually still planning my niche and what type of content to create, but it's thanks to your videos that have encouraged me to finally start after putting the thought off for years.
To anyone reading this and planning to start, this is the sign! You're already one step closer by watching this video. Hoping for everyone's success 🙌
Same here i always wanted to stream too
This man has single handedly been the best resource for me as a content creator. I'd been streaming for the past 2 weeks on twitch and it's been horribly demoralizing. I needed this. Thanks
I've recently returned to streaming, I have cerebral palsy and the last few years it has gotten worse and worse so 1 of the big things for me was getting back the confidence to put myself back out there so this will help a lot, thank you :)
I've been trying to apply all your advice on stream planning, and short form content.
I feel like I'm finally starting to build a stronger and bigger community here on UA-cam!
Thank you so much for every single video you make!
Q1 Topic: Things I've learned and experienced because of playing videogames (tech, friendships, life lessons, etc.)
Q2: Value Prop.: I can be very expressive, exaggerated, loud, entertaining and always positive, and at the same time, I can care for someone at a deeper level.
I have a monetized channel and lost motivation because I was "too late" post-pandemic. I kinda knew all this info in the video already, but you executed it so well that this was the video I needed to inspire me to make content again. Thank you ❤
I love this comment, you motivated me with your comment, thank you 🥰
Thank you for the advice. This is quite honestly the best advice I've heard. I've tried starting a channel a few times in the past and as you mentioned, it's so demoralizing spending hours of time editing videos or going live for hours at a time with no one to talk to. I'm going to follow your advice and hopefully I'll be able to come back to this comment one day and thank you again. Cheers bud!
"I'm my audience" hell yeah! that perspective is how I have so much fun 😭😭😭 and the rest is coming naturally. just have fun!!
To all this people reading this, keep grinding your channel will make it ❤️
But in reality, it won't 😅 It's just statistics that only very small percentage do well and most of the people do not.
Well yours didn’t make it, sadge
@@Lollamo I stopped for a while lmao, idiot
@@Lollamo you get dead views lmao, gg
@@GamingWithAmo I don’t even post
2:24 This is the route i took back in 2016 and still do it in 2023. Its not a road that will necessarily have you grow faster but i didnt care how fast i grew my content . i live a simple life and i wanted to continue that stress free life in my content making as well . Happiness will always trump Stress :) Definitely make yourself happy first. Your viewers will see that and will wanna watch a happy streamer
I know that choosing your niche is very important step but the idea of it just kills me inside. Every week I want to do something different and I just don't have fun doing something I'm not in the mood for. I don't know how to get past this problem yet but I know I probably have to if I want to grow.
My every attempt to choose a niche goes like this. "I love TTRPGs and worldbuilding so I'll do that. I want to do some art as well and it goes well together so why not. I can also play rpg games because it's mostly the same audience... But they might not necessarily want to watch gameplay. And I also like anime and do some videos about them, well about other non-anime series too. On top of that I would like to be a vtuber..." And so it goes...
My exact issue at the moment as well!
I totally feel this. A niche is great and all, but when I look at some of the popular Vtubers, I'm like "ooh sweet, a cooking stream! I could do that! Ooh, a singing stream? Can do! Gaming? yeah, I got that! Art? .... it'll be a comedy, but okay!"
@@Daymond42 Yeah I feel you, I know it's gaming I want to do but similarly to @mihau_ part of what I like is flicking! Just can't nail down that "initial niche" that he describes which I know I need to!
You could make 2 channels, one that focuses on media commentary, and one that focuses on TTRPG and art. You can start with anime at first, then slowly start covering other stuff. If people like your anime commentary enough they might watch your commentary of the other stuff. I don't recommend doing it when starting out but it is something you can consider for later.
TTRPG and art sounds great. Some ideas for what you could do with it are: You could make streams about designing characters for your TTRPG with input from your viewers. You could stream playing TTRPG with friends, take the best moments and add illustrations for them, and upload them to youtube. Maybe a visual novel-style presentation with backgrounds, character sprites that change expressions and some unique illustrations to elevate those special moments. As you get better with drawing you could maybe add some animations. Add in your shitpost humour. Reference memes and draw them. It'll make your TTRPG content stand out from others and could be your niche. You can also make a story that plays out in your TTRPG streams and TTRPG series to make it more interesting. Also gives people a reason to want to tune in for the next streams and shows, because they want to see what happens next.
Think outside the box. You can always create your own niche that combines other things to create something unique. Don't be afraid to experiment.
@@Amelia_Starlight Yeah, two channels is the way to go but not really at the start. I still need to focus on one thing at the beginning. We'll see what future me does.
This video has single-handedly got me out of the WORST slump I’ve ever experienced. I think it’s time to try again.
Thanks, Eljay! 🔥
you only loose if you give up. if you never give up you never loose. Look into programs they really help and give you an idea how and where to start on bring people in.
Your videos have always been really helpful and i was streaming for a while, (couple months), everyday trying to hit affiliate…and never accomplished my goal, even being soooo close one thing killed me; and that was average viewers, it sucked i was sooo close; and didnt know a good way of hitting it and this video makes me want to try again ❤️💯 (dont know if youd pop in at times) but my twitch is the same as my yt; really appreciate your videos and the way you help others
Thank you for a very educational video. I started my channel back in 2013ish. But had a very long break due to a huge depression. I remember back then it was difficult getting momentum but I did starting to reach an audience that enjoyed my videos. But I was also all over the place, I wanted to do everything at the same time and didn't have patience while trying to hard which in retrospect I now see was me not being true to my self. Consistency is key, and all your tips to reach new potential followers are golden. Thank you!
Bro your videos are literally the bible of streaming. Thank you goat!
He has more than 66 videos though
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Definitely checking out this bible!
Streaming jesus
Man his vids have helped me yes bible of streamin
I appreciate your videos! I just started out streaming and working on building out a niche around cod warzone & my progression as an average player.
I've done UA-cam and streaming (on Twitch) since 2015. I have made many mistakes over the years, probably all of the mistakes you can make. But somehow I still have this passion for it. Before I used to not care about following the trends and was lazy with titles and thumbnails. Always thought it just took the right people to find my content. I've been looking into starting a new channel with new ideas lately and this popped up on my feed. You make great content with great advice. Thank you for being awesome!
Hows it going?
I really liked the simplicty and editing of your video. I've heard this stuff a so many times, but the way you did this was very clear easy and authentic. You win!
Glad it was helpful! :)
Your videos are awesome dude. I’ve been flip flopping between YT and Twitch for a long time now, and this has finally made me realize that Twitch is not a good platform for streaming, and I’ve been trying to convince myself that Twitch is good. tysm dude, you’ve helped me so so much
If I had to give a presentation on the fly with out any prep, it would be on anything nursing, or from the concept of games, healing and healthcare. Just completed nursing school so I get easily interested about anything healing in games. Also been a long while since watching your videos again and being on the stream scene, so I’m glad to be on the streaming trail again! Thank you for your content man!
Thank you so much for this video! This brought me back to realizing that I can’t just be streaming to have actual growth.
Thanks as well for getting me to finally start on actually editing the short form content instead of using my clips.
Now I just need to hope I can stick to what I want to work on
This guy honestly deserves so much more attention.This dude is teaching us " the people that want to know and learn how to be what we want to be" how to STEP BY STEP make shit happen. You never see the people that we watch all the time tell us shit.This guy is awesome , he's amazing.
love your content and have been following the last couple weeks and franticly taking notes as im starting this awesome journey myself in 2023. Lots of love!!
video really helps a lot , I was thinking about getting into content creation & streaming since i work from home already & i planned on streaming 1 day from 12pm-4pm and the next day from 7:30pm-11:30 every single day . People don’t get consistency beats out the “grind” every time.
If I had to give a lecture on something with zero prep it'd probably be about the importance of being kind to people. I work with kids and one of the things I've found myself repeating over the years when bullying becomes a problem is, "people aren't going to think you're cool in the future because you're mean to someone else now. That person you're picking on is going to remember you being mean to them. Wouldn't you rather be remembered positively for being kind and understanding?" Although idk if that really has much relevance to streaming or content creation past being a good way to look at the world imo. I guess I'm mostly trying to have fun on stream, but trying to figure out what that means content wise still. I'm a slow burner and find it takes me many tries before things start clicking. I'm Simplexis on every platform.
Great video! It’s crazy how much streaming has changed in just 7 months. It’s taking over!
I stream at least 3 times a week. But for the last two weeks ive had time to stream almost every day and ive slowly been moving into a niche. Skyrim is just too much fun to play on stream. With the lore, glitches, and bugs. And the gameplay in it of itself is amazing. And thats with out mods! Thanks for the videos you make. Theyve been super helpful.
LOVE your content as always. finally making the livestream switch from Twitch to UA-cam, because of the discoverability. Some of my audience isn't keen about the switch, but I have to do what's right for me. I love the advice about having a niche. I didn't do that when I started Twitch, but now I specifically play horror based games, so that I can edit those down into scare compilations!
#1 - plan out your journey with streaming. Content map. What do you want to see, what do you like, what do you love making content about? Niche it down.
#2 - make youtube shorts & tiktoks - short form content brings a lot more viewers. Allows you to develop editing skills in small chunks.
#3 - Ideas for videos - ask a question, provide an answer. Make a challenge, show the journey. HOOK the audience.
#4 - Content is king. You can't hack the algorithm.
#5 - Make longer form youtube videos to gain a following. Use the editing skills from your shorts in your long form content.
#6 - Community memes. Make em.
So just do UA-cam instead of twitch 🙄
@@Red-qv4nb essentially. lol
Thanks!
No worries hope it did help! :)
Truly Thank you for this informational video. You hit home on a lot of my "incorrect" angles. I am gonna learn YT shorts today, and editing this week lol. I will take this advice. Listen in streamers. He is onto something!
Again, Truly Thank you eljay! I made my first YT short, Got over 2k hits overnight! Me and the wife were literally crying! lol. I've watched your videos on new streamer setups, how to use streamlabs, how to setup panels, my stream, and many others. As a thank you I have a personal shoutout to you on my Twitch channel, as well as view him when I'm offline! Thank you for taking the time to help us try to create something worth watching my friend.
I just started getting back into streaming after 8 years off. The competition is crazy out there. Really appreciate your videos. They have helped me a lot
So to recap: don’t become a streamer, become a UA-camr instead.
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Dude, streaming is demoralizing. It's tough to reach viewers
The good thing about UA-cam vids is that even if you have no viewers at start the vid will be around and get more and more people want thing it over time. A stream is for the moment.
I guess best is streaming and making videos.
Just stream and edit or use ai to turn your streams into clips and longer videos
@@djdjdax2253 what ai can do that? not asking in the i dont believe this way, asking in the PLEASE I NEED THIS this would be so useful!
I knew I needed the information in this video when you started saying things that made logical sense, and that my brain was initially resistant to because it will be more work than "Hit the button and stay on for lots of hours".
This is the video I was looking for. Really appreciate you being real about the process.
I have ADHD and running a twitch channel, UA-cam channel, discord, Instagram, Tiktok and Twitter was too much for me. I got overwhelmed and avoided all the work to even make a video because it made me anxious. I eventually killed all my socials except Twitter and stopped being active in Discord and I was at least able to consistent with streaming. I agree Discord is too time consuming. I tell my community and any new person who joins that I'm not usually there but I'll pop in sometimes.
ALL just to say that I think this method is SUPER friendly for people like me who can't juggle a lot at once and is only working by themselves. Thanks for the tips! I'll definittely start making some Shorts. :)
Just wanted to say your videos are awesome. I'm new at this and just doing it as a hobby as a way to not be at the bars every night. You make this fun!!!
Can’t agree with you enough! I thought it would be hard to livestream but I started doing long form videos and shorts and now I livestream once a week and average 50-70 views total (peak 8-10) but leaving the stream up and public I gain way more traction and views then a normal video post which is wild!
I appreciate your advice! I did learn a little more from this video that I will definitely implement 😊
I have learned alot in this video, you have set me straight, this isn't my main account just viewing on it, but when it was getting to the end and the lofi music was happening it all clicked, i love how you tune the music to your tone
I started streaming on UA-cam instead of Twitch after a few years of hiatus and I'm glad I seem to have made a good decision (≧∀≦)
Thanks for the wonderfully grounded, actionable advice ❤
Words will not do me any mercy with how much of a legend you are for this. This is some serious gold.
Great advice & tips! I rebranded and started from ground zero. So glad to have come across this video 😊
I use streaming as a way to get better at speaking to people as I have social anxiety, and I've been finding that streaming is giving me the motivation to practice speaking. I've slowly been getting better at speaking while hiding behind an avatar I made and it's great.
I am so incredibly upset right now I've spent the last 2 months constantly streaming on twitch trying to grind everyday, playing different games i thought would be fun and entertaining, even posting clips from the streams to tiktok with my own little edits.. only to gain nothing. Now after watching this video i see now i was doing everything all fucking wrong and wasted my time digging myself a deep ass hole. I loved this video but now im just upset with so much wasted time that i just want to give it up. Even though i know i won't and just needed somewhere to write this
This is probably the best video I’ve seen that explains everything. Thank you so much
Out of everything I have looked into this was the only video that gave me information... Thank You, you have just eared a lifetime sub.
You're the one out here giving legendary advice that if you apply will only lead to growth. I will be trying this on my channel! In 3 years ill send you a check for this!!💪
I started encouraging my viewers to make clips of my streams so that I can post them to my UA-cam and so far its been pretty fun!
How did you get started streaming? Was it slow at first or did you come from another platform? (:
@@HatedVidsIsAreNation my sister encouraged me a while back and I eventually used her encouragement and started! Its been a fun and chaotic experience and I usually try to use the bumps in the road to make my streams fun. 😊
I enjoy your content. I am not actually looking to have streaming be my job. I like to use it to play new games I haven’t played before. These videos have helped me with some information to make streaming more entertaining. Thank you.
This is actually really similar to what Vtubers do. When a company gets a new crop of v-tubers, before the debut stream for each one face bend a ton of time on posting social media content first. They'll tweet announcements, each individual creator will have their own stuff to post, there's shorts and reveals that just help to build up hype. Finally, the big debut, and they already have a steady audience. A lot of times they don't even reveal their voice until the first stream. And I'm learning about how these guys all generate hive before their first dream and wondering why don't regular non-virtual content creators do that? Virtual UA-camr Ren Penrose literally started invading the feet of people who don't even watch that type of content because of her shorts, which didn't even have anything to do with her regular content and mostly had to do with talking about what life as a V tuber is like, sometimes spilling the beans about what it's like behind the scenes and how it isn't just playing games all day and nothing else. She accidentally became one of the biggest new Vtubers entirely off the power of UA-cam shorts. You've got to build that hype, people.
This has given me a good deal of perspective. I started streaming some two months ago, strictly on TikTok -- hardware limits to try other platforms as they would deter my fps and playing experience too much, only tt was compatible. I have made a great community these two months, a great deal of paid subs now since I earned the option a month ago. To me, a decent 20-30 avg viewers, with plenty in n out that I've gotten to know pretty well.
Due to my schedule, I felt I didn't have time to make content, and focused solely on the streaming experience. But, it might be a good idea to sacrifice one of my streaming slots for content, maybe even two slots.
I usually stream a good 36-40hrs a week. "streaming is the win/fun part of it" gives me a lot of perspective -- my community sends me personal messages often of what I and the space/community have created has done for them, and if I focus on the content and really spread our moments from stream, it can only do good, bring more to the community who want to be a part of it.
Thank you for this!
Great tips and awesome content! Got a good game plan thanks to some of your tips and you just helped reinforce some things I already had in mind
Hello! I am just going to stream for the first time using my laptop (no funds for pc). And still preparing. No idea with editing vids. This vid gives me things to learn.
thanks for these great insights- a year into the streaming game, looking to keep going!
I risently started streaming on youtube and it has helped me grow my channel so this video has helped understanding streaming a bit more. thank you
Loving this video so far. I'm trying to make a go of streaming, but I feel like I'm in for a rough ride making worldbuilding content (or trying to). I definitely need a solid plan.
I'm starting to stream and your videos are helping me a lot I have issues on the camera but im shure u coverd that
Defenetly the best youtuber about here!!!
Your videos are so helpful! Not just the information yoi provide but also it kinda motivates me.
I still haven't started doing short form content because I'm still planning it out. I'm trying to build a niche around indie games and for now I'm having a blast just streaming. On twitch sadly but it's because I already build a relationship with many other small streamers on the platform and I don't want to loose it.
A topic i could talk 15 mins about with no prep? Elder scrolls hands down. I used to stream ESO pretty exclusively until recently.
I keep hmming and hawing what to do with my channel, i have so many ideas. But youre right, I could pick some quick topics about elder scrolls for shorts and edit those instead of banging my head against a wall trying to edit 20 min videos with little to no experience. That method is absolutely genius!
I’d say elder scrolls is a great niche! It also expands easily into other RPG’s by Bethesda!
That's not true. Working with other small streamers, lurking, has increased my views exponentially. Getting that help from the lurking support gives you exposure to get the viewers that will then be attracted to your content if you make it good.
Ok Mr 14 subscribers
@@thegforever8273 my twitch is bigger. Not that it matters, I'm not trying to make this shit a career like an idiot, i do it for fun, big difference.
@@thegforever8273bro said streaming not youtube 😭😭
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I’m new here and have a few more questions to better my stream. Love the tips btw
Always appreciate the time you take to help us all out. Thank you!
Thank you for the Help!!!! I’m new here and im going to try this 6 steps!
Is that Danny DeVito standing behind you?
IT IS!!! HAHAHAHA!!!
You did absolutely amazing on this video ...
Great job brotha 💯
I'm late to the party but I can say I've seen several of your videos and really enjoy it. It's apparent you enjoy what you do.
I haven't even owned a computer for years. Recently received a laptop and have a pc+several other things on the way. I plan to start streaming/making videos soon. I'm happy to know, several points you mentioned I've already been doing without realizing it. To start I plan on streaming/recording just 1 simulator. My goal isn't even to become big, just have fun streaming what I'd be doing anyway.
My "niche" or "catch" is to start with nearly no knowledge of or experience with the game I'm playing so people can watch me suck and mess up and watch me (hopefully) get better over time. The same applies to my stream. I'll have very little experience with the software I'm streaming with (obs) and with crappy equipment so people can really see me evolve over time. Not set in stone but I'm also considering using NO addons/plug-ins for my game and possibly use keyboard only and not use my gaming controller for a true, real experience the way the game was designed to be played. Maybe this will help show people you CAN game without fancy, expensive add-ons and equipment. Also, since I go by rawkn (pronounced rock-in) I have several phrases I can use with my name. Will this raw, barebones game play and evolving from no knowledge and experience be fun for anyone else? Who knows. Honestly, I just hope to have fun doing it and if I have fun, maybe it'll be contagious and others can have fun.
Will anyone read this whole thing I typed? Probably not, but hey I had fun!
thanks. good tip about what the thing to do a presentation on for 15 mins with no prep. hip hop would be my topic oldschool to newschool, producers and rappers and everything with it.
im a nerd though oldschool runescape is my niche first time streamer wish me luck
If I had an average of 80 views I would be one happy man, I am thankful for videos like this because my dream is to be a fulltime streamer and help pay my mothers cancer bills ect thank you for taking the time to make this I'd love to get a community going and meet some more people.
This was incredible. Thank you so much.
You’ve motivated me to believe in an old dream. Thank you✊🙏 God bless you
your question of 'speak on a topic 58 minutes, no prep, what would it be' has my mind blown. or my answer to that question at least. i had no idea. i can't really talk about it yet but, damn. that was clutch for me, thanks bro
Stream Scheme, This is amazing! I can't stop smiling!
This was so helpful! Thank you! 🙌
This is super helpful, thank you!
I focus mostly on twitch, and I am about to release my "first" youtube vid, I see slow but steady growth (although I gained 60 followers from one 20 hour stream lol). But I am going to start applying a lot of these to hopefully see some more drastic growth, and see you at the top 😉 lol
With me I like role playing and making characters, as well as just being stupid. I RP on GTA as a character named Mable Appleberry and at first I didnt think much of it but now Im in love with that character and wanna do more. These tips of yours are really gonna gonna help me grow and hopefully more people can have fun with Mable and I!
I actually needed to hear this. Thank you for posting this.
Thanks for the tips! Still working on building my brand myself and a niche can be hard to find being a variety gamer but I’m gonna continue to push out what I can and keep being me! The hope is people will eventually like me and what I’m saying more than the game I’m playing. I’m still working on and getting better with every video being comfortable on camera and having my commentary be funny/good and add to the video but I have faith that with time and good continuous content and motivation it’ll happen!
Out of all the videos I've watched on this topic yours is one of the best, thanks for all the info and look forward to enjoying more of your content
I've always been a believer in being to help each other out in terms of getting better at our craft for example I'm just starting but thanks to the community that I've become a part of I'm learning and growing little by little
I’ve been doing TikTok for years. I’m at over 19k followers but TikTok hasn’t been pushing my videos for about a year now. I only get about 300 views a video now. So now I’m trying to upload more to UA-cam. But I do car content so I don’t upload often. So I’m looking into streaming games to twitch.
What a great video! Thank you!! Enjoying what you do is key!!
Thank you for your Content, For someone like me who has no experience in streaming, I am currently trying to start becoming a game streamer.
What I've observed is that discovery on Twitch is through participating in existing communities before starting to stream. I know of someone who made Affiliate in a single month, the literal minimum possible time, because she was already well known and liked in a number of overlapping chat and Discord communities before she started streaming. I've also seen someone who streamed to nobody for months, but never showed up in any other streamer's chat, ever.
I like asking myself questions. Like, "What would happen if I did blank" in a game. I love branching narratives so often it is all approvals on one character or making only choices that are one type of category, heck even - what if I only pick choices on the left side. IDK if anyone else likes it, but I enjoy myself playing games in challenge mode (after playing t normally obvi) in branching narratives to see all the options.
This video, like all of your videos, is packed full of helpful info. It also makes me realize I struggle with one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle - making short form content. I just don’t have the vision or the creative mind for it. Making something interesting in less than a minute?! My brain goes blank.
Watch my video from 2 weeks ago on how I got millions of views on a new gaming channel :) it’s not a you problem, it’s just a need to learn
This helped so much. I stream pokemon on UA-cam as well and thoroughly enjoyed looking through your challenges 😂
One thing that motivated me to make better stream content on UA-cam is the fact that when you're streaming on UA-cam, you're competing against the Mr Beasts and other edited content in the sidebar. It's motivated me to actually have a plan when I stream and put on a show that's engaging enough for someone to stay and watch!
Oh and to answer your questions too:
1. I think the topic I could give a presentation on is Indie Games. I've always loved trying new games that no one's heard about and sharing them with others!
2. I think my "unique value" would be my passion for gaming. Whenever I start a new game, I want to see everything the game has to offer. Secrets, easter eggs, achievements, details, etc. I like showing people things they may not have known about and searching every corner for secrets.
I've been streaming here on UA-cam for almost two years now and I absolutely love it! This video was great, thanks for putting it together!
You're making my day an 8/10, and hopefully will make my streaming 10/10
Definitely the best of these videos I have ever seen. Great job man
Great insight mate, thank you!!
Also all my subs are Lizzards! (yes I know it is spelt wrong!) have a great day buddy!
Thank you for making this it’s a big help you are awesome
Using every tip you've taught us. Going to post a short soon.
What program do you recommend for editing? Which one do you use for shorts?
I know this is a year old, but this had helped me IMMENSELY. I stream Sea Of Thieves gaming, and IRL / reaction streams soon. Thanks man ❤
I was literally just counting how many subscribers I have gotten from lives vs. videos vs. shorts and was really surprised to see most came from my shorts. So I was just thinking I should bump them up. Thanks for the info :)
Well spoken ill defenitly be back for more!
LOVE this video bro! I wish more creators were to the point and engaging like you. I am in the shorts phase now for my 2nd channel where I play hearthstone, and I’m having the time of my life. I will use the shorts as “ads” for my longer videos, and then use both as ads for my future livestreams. I figured I should probably have 500 subs before I start live-streaming, but we’ll see!
Amazing tips! The idea of "creating the content for people like me" is the entire reason why I started looking into becoming a content creator! I'm so happy I'm on the right track and I can't wait to get started!
I forgot to enjoy my stream. Thank you for the reminder