There has been a lot of advice on how to become a successful streamer, including this site, VarietyStreamer. However, none of it has actually been good. Sure, step out of your stream, make a youtube channel, practice consistency, network, and make friends. While that's not the worst thing to tell someone, it's also tired, worn-out advice that'll get you nowhere. So today, we … [Read more...] about 5 Simple Steps to Actually Find Success on Twitch
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Playing with Viewers — Should You Do It?
Playing games both on and off-stream with viewers is a personal decision. Depending on the circumstances and how you approach it, this can be rewarding or very taxing. Let's go through a few scenarios where playing games with your viewers can help grow your channel. Also, how it can possibly hurt your channel. When playing with viewers can hurt your channel Some … [Read more...] about Playing with Viewers — Should You Do It?
No Viewers on Twitch? Let’s Talk About It!
It happens to everyone at some point, and it can strike at any point in your streaming journey. You go live and then look over at your statistics and it hits you—you've been streaming for 0 viewers. It's important to know why this can happen, why it's not always your fault, and why sometimes you might need to evaluate how you approach your streaming. Dance like nobody is … [Read more...] about No Viewers on Twitch? Let’s Talk About It!
Is Twitch Growth Easier for Women?
We've all heard someone say it at some point—women have it easier on Twitch. The idea is that twitch growth is easier for women. But is it true? No, it's not, but read on. The evidence doesn't support the claim Take a look at the top streamers on Twitch. Spoiler alert: it's a sausage-fest up there. There are very few women who are holding a viewership in the five-digit … [Read more...] about Is Twitch Growth Easier for Women?