Growth Ending MISTAKES Small Streamers Make And How To Avoid Them!

With so many new people subscribing to the channel and joining the Stream Scheme discord, we’ve been asked to check out a lot of streams and today I want to talk about the things that I think are stopping most streamers from growing when they start out
These are growth ending mistakes that we see so many streamers making, these mistakes or misconceptions can completely stop your growth and burn you out, so let's fix that!
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Why You Need Experience In Marketing To Grow On Twitch?
Marketing your content can be as simple as creating an eye-catching and engaging title for your stream, covered in my titles video in the description and cards, or it can be much larger by creating content off-platform on KZbin as a way to be discovered.
No don’t worry, you don’t need to go out and get a whole marketing degree in order to grow your stream, but understanding basic marketing concepts such as Key Demographics - meaning who you want to make content for, what that demographic likes, dislikes, what they are searching for, or in need of and then Targeting that demographic meaning how you are going to reach them. Doing some research into marketing, and knowing even the basics of these things goes a long way.
When I first started learning about marketing I was told the major question is, “What need are you filling and why do you stand out from the others filling that same need?” so when I write scripts for this channel, I still ask that question.
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0:40 - Introduction
1:45 - You Have No Marketing Experience!
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6:00 - Streaming Grind Is Destroying Your Stream
8:18 - The Skill EVERY SINGLE STREAMER NEEDS!
Why The Streamer Grind Is Stopping You From Growing?
If you stream every single day for multiple hours or even 4 - 5 days a week, and you aren’t seeing real growth in your viewership, revenue, and retention rates then it is important to take a step back and decide if you are spending your time and energy on the right aspects of streaming.
I am not saying give up, but say you stream 7 days a week, for 3+ hours each day. If you cut that back to 3 nights a week, for 2 - 3 hours, you’d get 12 hours back to work on your content.
Those 12 hours a week could go to creating 1 KZbin video designed to target a single search term, which is explained in my video on creating KZbin content which I highly recommend, not biased or anything though, or it could go to writing out jokes, and planning fun new ways to engage with your audience.
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[@StreamScheme]

Are you making any of these mistakes? Do you need to improve anywhere? Comment below! The timecodes are below and if this video helped let me know in the comments! If you want to join our growing community check out our other content: bit.ly/JoinTheStreamScheme 🕘Timestamps: 0:00 - Video Start! 0:40 - Introduction 1:45 - You Have No Marketing Experience! 3:54 - Small Streamers Rushing To Grow 5:45 - FREE ANIMATED OVERLAYS 6:00 - Streaming Grind Is Destroying Your Stream 8:18 - The Skill EVERY SINGLE STREAMER NEEDS!

[@sekular1271]

My mistake is being to scared to upload/start streaming

[@StrangeMix_]

I struggle to stay positive, especially since i don't have much people to talk to and those I play with start annoying me and just being awful often

[@sekular1271]

@@StrangeMix_ You have to find a better community/friend group

[@StreamScheme]

@@StrangeMix_ I'd say stream solo if that's the case. Also, spend 10 minutes talking to a camera offline, just set up your camera, record yourself for 10 minutes. No prep or planning. The next day, watch it back for the first time, then right after record another 10 minutes. Continue this every day, and it will build your confidence!

[@SquirrelOfTime]

Probably making these mistakes and more! It is a learning experience after all. Lovin' the vids, by the way. The thing that's holding me back is fear of change. If nothing happens then nothing happens and that's okay but if something happens will I be ready for it? I've frittered like this on many other decisions and always regret not starting sooner, ay caramba.

[@itskyguy]

I swear to god listening to Eljay reassuring me really calm my nerves with streaming.

[@StreamScheme]

Hahaha Never had that said before, just hope they help!

[@itskyguy]

@@StreamScheme holy crap how is your reply game so strong

[@Ravenex2]

He is so calm and tactical......love it. :)

[@Kintato_]

i need to talk more, need to smile more, need to laugh more, need to joke more. i look back at my vods and i realize im too serious when playing games. i wouldnt even watch myself haha

[@StreamScheme]

Hahaha but now you know! Good luck make!

[@joshangrian]

I’m in the same boat- just started adding face cam to my streams and realized I’ve got a bad case of resting bitch face- whenever I’m not actively reacting to something it looks like I don’t want to be there, so I’ve definitely got to practice smiling more lol

[@govnaglub9130]

I am also very guilty of this lol, but it's all a learning experience, we'll all get better at it as we go! :D

[@oogen__]

i do this same thing i always have a blank face and dont look happy streaming

[@notreal6032]

Great vid. Another thing I've noticed is that when you tell the stream "grinders" that they need to introduce new tactics in order to grow, they'll often defensively insist that they don't actually care about growth and that it's just a hobby and if they do grow then "that's a bonus". While this may be true for a rare few I think most people who say this are lying to themselves. They *do* want to grow and make money streaming but instead of admitting that and trying new things and risking failure, they stay the same and tell themselves they're indifferent to whether or not they grow.

[@StreamScheme]

You’re very close to the truth of how a decent number of people respond when I tell them to stop streaming intensely oversaturated games... It’s a tough one but sometimes the advice is needed.

[@quicksense]

@@StreamScheme The downside to that, at least in my experience is that the games I enjoy playing tend to be the oversaturated streamed games. I don't like random games that don't have a strong player base. I'm thinking about maybe streaming Hell Let Loose or Planetside 2 but what are some FPS games do you think would be a good game to stream for low follower affiliate accounts such as myself? Great video as usual by the way man. Thank you for all the tips and advice you continuously provide.

[@laner.845]

@@quicksense I like and own ONE game for PC: World of Warcraft Classic. I know it's oversaturated, but I'm not going to learn a new game, and I'm not going to play games I know but don't like. I'm going to have fun with my favorite game, and if people watch, great. If not, well, this isn't my job so who cares!

[@tyson5794]

@@laner.845 Exactly

[@quicksense]

@@laner.845 Ahhh okay, thank you for that!

[@neppyshub]

Definitely confidence holds me back, I'm constantly pointing out if the stream seems dead or if I'm too quiet or repetitive Overcoming it by just catching myself BEFORE I can say those things, and trying my best to be confident and interesting on stream

[@themaskednobody]

Hey, I just wanted to say that I've watched a majority of your videos on my transition back into streaming. They have helped me a tremendous amount both tech wise & by settings goals and keeping those goals grounded. So thank you very very much, your channel is such a blessing for new streamers!!!

[@StreamScheme]

Glad I could help! Keep up the hard work!

[@lonkworld2545]

You have the best "stream advice" channel I've ever seen. Thanks to these videos, I'm making a new content plan considering things I've never thought about. Keep up the good work!!

[@StreamScheme]

Everyone has different skills! There are a lot of topics in Stream Education I don't cover because I don't consider myself an expert! Not the best, just focused on my niche (for now!)

[@CJBolton83]

i'm in prep for streaming next year, lot of the info has been really helpful especially now when its getting close to doing my first own stream, i have been jumping into couple of my friend's streams as a way of getting confident but also to be accountible for each other and helping. as you said being critical of mistakes or what works to help the growth.

[@StreamScheme]

Sounds like you have a lot planned and you've been thinking hard about how you can be the best! Good luck! Keep it up!

[@jamseats1093]

I’ve been streaming for a few months rn and I’m growing very very slowly but I think my biggest flaw or thing I can work on, is knowing the mechanics of OBS studio or knowing how to edit my VODS. Another thing that I need to work on is actually talking during my streams, when there’s no one in the chat idk what to say so I’m silent

[@StreamScheme]

Hey! Check out my video on streaming to 0 viewers! It will help a lot with planning and keeping active while chat is quiet! Hope that helps!

[@nathankarcher4207]

This channel has helped me so much! Thank you!

[@StreamScheme]

Happy to help! Seriously, just hope you can take something away from the videos!

[@epren3002]

I think the thing holding me back the most is my fear of diversifying my content. ive started growing pretty quickly lately but because i stream in a very specific niche, i'm worried that if i try to branch out i will get less chat interaction and lower average viewership. and honestly, while i hide my viewer count and don't pay attention to the numbers while i stream, i think i've become a little too invested in them.

[@StreamScheme]

It is really important to focus on engaging your viewers, it is okay to stay in your niche for now. It’s small steps essentially. Create a culture where chat engagement is huge while gaming, then once you have that, go live as normal but spend the first part of the stream talking to them in the game category only. Once that is natural, create just chatting segments where you do things outside of the game. It transitions people out of “I watch this guy play THIS game” and into “I watch this streamer because of the streamer” Hard work but it is worth it!

[@BootySweat4491]

Great advice as always. I’ve taken a slight hiatus from streaming to really push out a slew of KZbin content and I’m back in the Twitch saddle this week. Your videos always have some good input. Thanks bud

[@StreamScheme]

Good stuff! Glad to hear I can help!

[@JoshBearheart]

Enjoying your channel a lot. I just started streaming a little over a month ago, and while I am not overly focused on growth, I do want to get better and your tips have been really helpful to me for that. Kind of limited on means right now and whatnot, but doing what I can and having a lot of fun when I am streaming. I have managed to get to 47 followers, and usually average about 3-5 viewers per stream and hoping to grow that a little bit in the coming months. Thank you for taking the time to share what you know and keep up the great work!

[@StreamScheme]

Thanks for the kind comment! Honestly, sounds like you are off to a killer start! Keep up the momentum!

[@TjsharkeyG]

This channel is awesome, it has made me really think and strategize whenever I stream. My friends say that I interact with chat really well but I believe that I can do a ton better. I am naturally introverted but streaming really hasn't made me want to hide in my shell, rather it's made me want to connect with people and form friendships with them. I had been streaming for so long but just about a month ago I got into this discord that I feel is really supportive. I also feel like I can ask them what or how I could make the stream better. I have been sharing this channel with a bunch of people because you have a unique view and ideas on how to grow streams. I never would have thought that just changing my title to a question would make people wanna join just to answer it. Thanks for providing content for us and truly trying to harbor a positive community. When you said that to stream less saturated games is better, it made me think.. I'm a Star Wars fan, I should be streaming those kinds of games, however.. I really love Call of Duty, so after a few times of streaming Star Wars, i try to do some entertaining trick shots with snipers. I try to clip any of the good looking gameplays and send them to Twitter. I just wanna say thanks again for making this content. I have been trying to adapt and see other areas that I could improve on.

[@StreamScheme]

Glad to hear you've been feeling more motivated and supported! Keep it up! And thanks for the kind words!

[@aidanfn8780]

I luv this channel it helped me grow from1-2 viewers to around 10 viewers in less than three weeks

[@StreamScheme]

Absolutely smashing it!

[@sundancesound]

My biggest struggle is just implementing all the things you just reassured me of. I knew damn well that my random streams, vague content, and the lack of personalization is a detriment to my growth. Thanks, mate!!!

[@StreamScheme]

Time to smash it then! Good luck man, hope the videos continue to help!

[@akari2378]

Almost 3 weeks into streaming, and your videos are helping so much. Always looking to improve and look forward to these every week, thanks man!

[@StreamScheme]

Great to hear! You got this!

[@mysstoggan]

Ive been learning so much from these videos and they really are making me look at streaming in a different light and it’s actually making me excited for the future of my experience with content creation And as much as you don’t like the “grind”, I will be “grinding” watching these videos Thanks for all the effort you have put in with helping everyone who’s just starting out keep up the good work :)

[@StreamScheme]

Thanks for the kind words! Grinding isn't grinding if you are adding new things, and improving yourself! That is developing! Changing the language!

[@marcusdavies2268]

Thanks Stream scheme all the advice you have given me has been really helping!

[@StreamScheme]

Just happy to be helpful!

[@aurorax985]

Thank you so much, I'm a streamer who's just starting out and your videos has helped me get a way better perspective on streaming. I've seen multiple channels that would help me stream better but yours's is the best EVER. Thanks so much! 😊

[@StreamScheme]

Glad I could help! Thanks for the kind comment!

[@ParkeraNZ]

Thanks for this and many of your other videos that I've saved to a guides playlist to refer back to. Im in my first week streaming so value the advise you provide in your videos!

[@StreamScheme]

Glad I could help! You got this, Parkera :)

[@grilledcheesesandwich5572]

Dang I got here fast. Knowing you, this will be some good info!

[@StreamScheme]

Hope it helps! It is a bit of a different video today!

[@Hi-sc1zs]

I haven’t actually streamed yet but I am learning all of this now so when I start and get a PC, I will hopefully succeed on my first stream

[@StreamScheme]

It takes time, don't forget that! Patience is the second tip of this video, so your first stream might not go great but you can improve from there!

[@Hi-sc1zs]

@@StreamScheme For sure! Thanks for responding!

[@angryjamboy4313]

Same here (-_-)/

[@izadays4280]

Honestly just starting is just the first step, i work with a laptop

[@WilliamWhyles]

Same here

[@wackklo9648]

God, I love your content!! I've been watching your content since I started streaming (~1 month ago) and a couple of other creator's advice videos and I've been sticking to it and seeing it work, I think!! I started a month ago and I'm affiliate, have a couple of subs and some friendly people that drop bits in my chat, and 71 followers!! I keep a schedule, I'm always talking and keeping the stream alive whenever chat's quiet (more often than not HAKSHSK but I'm not complaining!! i love talking about the things i love and what im into so it just gives me more time to do that) but when chat interacts I make sure to pay attention to everyone who's chatting!! It's been such an amazing experience and I can't wait to keep on growing! I think next stop is an overlay lmaoo (currently I've only got the game I play on screen and nothing else but I plan on changing that!! im setting up to get a webcam at 100 followers >:D) I just wanted to thank you for your content and everything you do, stay awesome!! It's really helped me and alot of other people out and I couldn't be more grateful for it.

[@StreamScheme]

You're absolutely smashing it! Keep up the hard work mate, that's brilliant to hear!

[@hammerbrothatypecast680]

Been watching all your videos. So helpful. Finally caught your live stream too the other day!

[@StreamScheme]

Hope it was enjoyable! :)

[@angedawgx2062]

I feel like the biggest thing holding me back is my own laziness. I watch all these videos and tell myself what I need to change but I never take action. TLDR: I’m lazy af

[@StreamScheme]

I feel that, for me its deadlines and other people that motivate me. I once in university finished 2 months of work in 2 weeks because somebody else was relying on me, I didn't sleep or eat properly just head down got it done. This isn't me bragging because I actually think it's stupid to do that, but the point is to find your core drivers. What makes you become productive? I don't use the word motivation because I feel its thrown around like a state of luck these days. Start small, take a little step at a time, and snowball them into larger steps. I believe in you!

[@angedawgx2062]

@@StreamScheme the community that I do have is amazing and once someone clicks on my stream and interacts with my chat, they feel welcome and they often stay and I’ve been seeing some amazing returning viewers stream after stream. The problem is that I have upwards of 100 unique viewers and only ever talk to a few, resulting in so many lost cuties out there. What have you done to grab those passing by viewers and make them want to watch? I know that had nothing to do which this comment or the video but it my big hang up at the moment. Thanks man your content is high quality 💕💕 much love

[@tak_gh0st]

The only thing that hold me back I believe is keep talking during stream, like I ran out of things to talk about. I need to keep the flow going even when there’s no one there, but it’s hard for me. This I’m working on tho

[@StreamScheme]

Prepping, planning, and taking notes as much as you can so you always something to say! Good luck!

[@StoneDogEntertainment]

Yo! Been watching for about 6 months and wanted to let ya know you’re definitely a help to me. I’ve taken some tips from you that have helped me grow, and this video (especially the part about this being a marathon not a race) really helped me out. I’m constantly trying to fix things from one week of data at a time and as you know there’s so much we can’t control week to week. Thanks for the help and keep the content coming!

[@Chickentotts]

Tons of great tips in this video! I've had a personal challenge since I started streaming: make the stream a little better every day. Some days it's related to overlays, sometimes channel points, other times it's an improvement to the discord server - it's not always an improvement that directly impacts the look of my stream. It's kept my mind searching for what I could be doing better and stops me from thinking I've got it all figured out. Thanks for the video, very insightful and encouraging -- I don't think you came across harshly at all.

[@StreamScheme]

Thanks for the kind words! I really appreciate them, I hope I can keep making content that helps where it can! Glad I didn't come across as harsh, I was very worried hahaha

[@TheHonestClimb]

I have a hard time with confident content creation with others. Idk why

[@StreamScheme]

You have to just practice at the end of the day, that is the only way to become more confident!

[@ra2alfool]

Don’t let how how slow your numbers rise get to you either, they’ll come

[@zaidahmed501]

I freaking love your videos. It really helps me understand what content creators do (successful ones) and how i too can aspire and become like them. Thanks soo much

[@StreamScheme]

Glad to be helpful! Keep up the hard work!

[@thetechyearth7537]

The thing that is holding me back is social anxiety. I am very bad at talking to people but love sharing my love of games with others so I really want to stream, I streamed for the first time yesterday and am scared that I wont be entertaining enough to keep a viewer or a follower Something I have learnt after watching this video is to be patient, with time my social skills will get better, talking to 0 people is hard for me, but is needed and can be a skill that can be developed and practiced. Along with that I should also start watching my content after the stream or before I upload a video so I can learn where I need to improve Your videos have helped me gain so much more confidence! Thank you so much!

[@StreamScheme]

Sounds like you've got a solid plan in place! Good luck! Keep it up!

[@grandepaps]

I am really looking forward to the feedback video. If I was chosen or not I know that I will definitely learn a lot. I only did follow for follow to hit affiliate quickly (I needed ~20 followers) and ever since I hit affiliate I have been working really hard on my *brand*. The most difficult part I'm having is that I'm overly critical on myself. After a stream hits I have major imposter syndrome. I need to find that balance between constructive criticism and being too mean to myself. Anyways I digress lol great vid!

[@StreamScheme]

That’s tough, being critical helps you improve but too much will really hurt as you said! Everyone’s been there man! That’s really the only advice, we all feel that way and just do our best! Good luck!

[@hsr32008]

My PS4 but I use what I can use I don't have really good equipment right now so that's my only option for streaming I have a very bad laptop or PC

[@StreamScheme]

That is a tough place to be starting off, sorry to hear that!

[@dragonflyer098]

I just started streaming and your channel has been amazing! All of your amazing guides have helped me set up my stream, and all of your advice is so helpful. What an amazing guy!

[@StreamScheme]

Glad I could help! Just doing my best!

[@DonChenuka]

Really enjoyed this video man! I realized that streaming is a marathon (like you said) and you need to learn to react to certain situations as you grow. Love this ❤

[@StreamScheme]

Keep up the good work!

[@DonChenuka]

@@StreamScheme thanks a lot!

[@loudziggy7454]

I've been wanting to stream and getting my stuff set up my problem is just interaction since i rarely get just 1 viewer i dont notice right away so i think that's why they leave because of the lack

[@StreamScheme]

I have videos on streaming to 0 viewers that talks about how you can keep yourself talking! Hopefully it helps!

[@shralrust]

I feel like what's holding me back the most is me having a hard time turning the first time viewers in to regular viewers. From what I've observed is I have around 2-3 regular viewers and 1 viewer that's beggining to also be a regular viewer. I always watch my vods to create clips to upload on different platforms and try to make my streams better. But still having that kind of hindrance

[@StreamScheme]

What categories are you streaming in? also, Vods/Clips barely do anything to get you growth. People tell you to grab them and share them around but in reality it is wasted effort if you don't have a following on other platforms. It is the same with socials. Social media doesn't do much unless you have a following, its the catch 22 of streamer advice that is going around these days. They say "Post on socials! Grow on socials!" but Twitter is impossible, Instagram is oversaturated, and most people don't understand KZbin or have the skills to grow on it. Everyone says, "Start KZbin" but nobody explains that clips and vods are a waste of time for KZbin when you start out. The video I did on KZbin growth, 0 - 1000 Subscribers, it's on the channel and if you are looking to actually grow and use other platforms it might be a good starting point. Hope that helps!

[@shralrust]

@@StreamScheme Before, I was only streaming Valorant, but when I realized it was an oversaturated game, I switched. Now, I mostly stream Genshin (because I noticed that my current viewers are really interested in Genshin), Minecraft (because we currently have a SMP), and Stardew (because I've been hearing a lot of people that it's one of the best games to grow in) Another thing why I upload my VODS on youtube because I feel like it would be interesting to go back some day and rewatch my old streams and maybe have a laugh or two while watching on how different I used to be

[@JackShepardPlays]

uhm, i dont know if this is true but i can see form stats on big streamers is that in my area Call of duty Warzone. To get form 10 to 100 viewers watching your stream you need about 3000 followers and you have to stream in the peak hours of the day (on facebook). This can be a lot different form game to game tho. I guess i am trying to say that maybe it's better to just get your stream out there then focusing to much on regular viewers when you start streaming? I am asking because i am honestly not sure.

[@AngeloJGiannone]

Man, another stellar video... One of the major things holding me back right now I think is my hectic work schedule. I'm primarily an actor here in NYC which means a lot of random catering shifts all over the place for survival work. Especially after the pandemic, I need to take all the work I can get, but that makes it challenging to set a consistent time to stream. It's a work in progress, but I'm lucky enough to always have Sundays off and then a floating day during the week that I have to update every time.

[@malayfellaz]

Your video have always help me in some way to better myself for my stream. Sorry for not joining the stream that much busy with work for the holidays.

[@StreamScheme]

No need to say sorry, I am just glad the videos help in some way! Keep up the hard work!

[@cappaco239]

Your tips are very helpful, I've integrated some ideas and things that makes my stream feel like I have a better purpose. Now I'm just having trouble exposing myself, any thoughts or tips to help that? I have 28 followers and I'd say the average viewers is 1.4/1.3.

[@StreamScheme]

Discoverability is a bit difficult for new streamers, focus on getting the hang of your content, gain your core audience. Then find what skills you have that you can use to grow off the platform, do you have great ideas for Tiktoks, do you know a lot about a game you can make KZbin guides on? Etc, etc. If you want help on something like KZbin growth, I have a video on that as well!

[@sadisticfarts]

I think what's holding me back is me being insecure about my voice and how I act. I'm afraid I'll come off as cringey or I'll say the wrong things. // after the video: i think this goes to what you said about how you grow as your stream grows, I can't do anything about my voice (aside from adding a filter LOL) but maybe I'll start to be more comfortable with myself the more i stream

[@StreamScheme]

Take it from someone with anxiety, it never goes away but it does get easier the more you do it and the harder you work!

[@JoyfulAvenger]

I think what's holding me is actually the lack of content. I mean, I talk a lot, interact with chat and so on. But honestly, I don't provide much/enough when it comes to knowledge about the game, skills etc. I went from a guy who played a game on stream, to a guy who streams. I think the next level is to not only stream, but become a content creator. Great vid!

[@StreamScheme]

This is a great outlook on your next step and great self evaluation! Good work, keep it up!

[@ZayneTardif15]

Your videos have made me set up a stream schedule and many other things and it relieves a ton of stress knowing when your going live and what days, so thank you

[@StreamScheme]

Glad I could help

[@DoomDude2]

Thank you so much your such a good man

[@StreamScheme]

Nah, just a guy making videos! It helps me as well, it's not like I am doing this without gaining anything!

[@DoomDude2]

@@StreamScheme wow the legends are true you respond

[@StreamScheme]

@@DoomDude2 250 comments this morning.... and I am out of coffee so this was a tough one hahaha

[@DoomDude2]

@@StreamScheme hahaha Keep up the grind

[@bluishgameboy1217]

The biggest thing holding me back is my inability to smoothly transition between games.

[@StreamScheme]

That comes down to building a core community and engaging audiences as individuals, it takes time and hardwork!

[@govnaglub9130]

Your videos are awesome my dude! I just started streaming Friday, did a fair bit of streaming over the weekend and checked out a ton of your tips and guides, and I feel like I'm actually making a fair bit of progress! Just wanted to say thank you!

[@StreamScheme]

Glad to be helpful :)

[@chopperdoobie_tv8790]

I think the thing holding me back most from growing is the whole getting used to talking to yourself. I just don't really know how to keep myself talking the entire time I'm streaming. I start to feel like I'm just saying the same things over and over again, and I feel like I'm not maintaining viewers. I feel like most of my vods end with a lot of dead air, even when I'm trying to talk a lot.

[@StreamScheme]

Video coming tomorrow all about how to keep yourself talking!

[@Hi-sc1zs]

Can you please tell me how small ant and other big streamers blew up? I haven’t actually started streaming yet, but I’m trying to learn so I have a head start hopefully

[@StreamScheme]

Working on it!

[@Hi-sc1zs]

@@StreamScheme I love your content and I watch every video at least two times! You will blow up on KZbin and your twitch will sky rocket one day!

[@StreamScheme]

@@Hi-sc1zs It just takes time for the videos to be shared around, but I am glad! They are helping! :)

[@mixbitz7587]

i stream alot but to no viewers, the content i make relys on talking to chat or to friends, but no-one has pc

[@StreamScheme]

Have you watched my video on streaming to 0 viewers? It might be a helpful place to start!

[@bezarregaming]

I've been watching your videos here and there working to better myself and my stream. I work full time so streaming gets to be hard at some points. I'm trying to base my content on old nostalgic games from the PSone era, I even play some PS2 and PS3 games, but I will also occasionally play recent or newly released games. I want to say thank you for the videos, I feel like they have helped me a lot.

[@_itzwagz_]

Sheesh imma little late on this one but If I’m being honest I feel like I spend way too much time focusing on the game or waiting for my chat to say something. I guess you could say I lack conversation but that’s why I decided to stream just so I can get better at conversing with new people and hopefully build a community of my own. I watched like 5 of your videos about “what to do and what not to do”, “improve these mistakes”, “how to add betterTTV” and so many others to try and learn and plan out everything you suggest but it’s gonna take time for me to process it and actually put it into action. I love your videos and I’m glad I found your channel 💯. So one day I’ll make it in the streaming biz.

[@Hi-sc1zs]

Sorry for all the questions I’m asking but. If you make overlays on phone, can you transfer it to a PC to use it?

[@StreamScheme]

Not sure, I’ve never done it before but I’ll look into it!

[@Hi-sc1zs]

@@StreamScheme Thanks!

[@mutanthorrorshow]

I did, works good. Not that it can't be better. Make sure you have right aspect ratio

[@Hi-sc1zs]

@@mutanthorrorshow Thanks!

[@Atellas]

The thing holding me back in streaming is that I haven’t...streamed....yet.....

[@StreamScheme]

Hahahaha that'll do it!

[@Syhnc]

First off, thank you for providing these powerful nuggets of wisdom! The only thing holding me back from growing is my poor marketing. The most I've done before watching this video was post on my social media stories 24h before the stream so that it can be fresh in people's minds the next day and again the day of or post the links in community stream discord sections. *After Watching Yep, I still got far to go lol. To over come this, I'm having my 'avatar' re-vamped to become more eye-catching, adding clips to social media platforms, re-wording my titles, and finding what makes my streams unique and embracing it. Every week, I take my friend's harsh critiques as well as my own and apply them next week so that I can steadily improve my content.

[@StreamScheme]

Smashing it! Great critiques of yourself, and solid plans in place to solve them!

[@AtomicYin]

This KZbin channel is absolutely fantastic. Realistic & genuine advice. I've used your tips to develop & grow my content. Keep up the great work!

[@StreamScheme]

Great to hear! Just glad I can be helpful!

[@AtomicYin]

@@StreamScheme you're going places my friend! Keep doing what you're doing!

[@AI-maginative]

Do you check out twitch channels anymore, I would love for you to skim through a vod and give me some pointers! The biggest mistake I make is not knowing what game to stream.

[@StreamScheme]

Hey I have a video on game selection that I am pretty proud of! Also we do, there’s a sign up form in the discord! Linked in the description!

[@voidaurora1616]

The biggest mistake I make is probably not venturing out beyond my small circle of other streamers

[@StreamScheme]

Tell me more about what you mean!

[@voidaurora1616]

I’m going to try to host and raid a bunch of other people with a similar viewer count and engage with their chats as well!

[@voidaurora1616]

@@StreamScheme I have a small discord of people I stream with and I never really advertise much anywhere else

[@BenjiDWJ]

An awesome video as per usual, El Jay. 😆👍👍 Cheers to you, my man! 🍻

[@StreamScheme]

Thank you! Cheers back!

[@Pagwii]

I'm starting to stream and I'm finally learning what I need to do and what good and what's bad. Thanks you're a big help

[@StreamScheme]

Happy to help!

[@jazzxcaptain]

I think the biggest mistake is playing the big games cause they are fun and I want to have fun on stream

[@StreamScheme]

That’s fair, it’s a big one a lot of people make!

[@jazzxcaptain]

@@StreamScheme I actually had a small community 2 years ago and got lucky with a raid but had to stop to focus on school. Now I'm trying to grow it again with my youtube and consistent stream schedule, but I'm not sure what steps by looking at my statistics I need to do. Also thanks for the videos super awesome

[@noam15A]

I think school, laziness, and my tiny editing knowledge are holding me back from creating the best content

[@StreamScheme]

If you have them outlined, then its time to smash it!

[@crimson9641]

You don't need to edit. You don't have to move the content to yt or other platforms

[@StreamScheme]

@@crimson9641 Learning a new skill like editing is a great thing to do, and down the line having a KZbin channel is important to every streamer looking to grow.

[@crimson9641]

@@StreamScheme yeah. I'm just saying you don't need to edit when you start off because you should focus on building your channel first, not learning to market it and edit it and stream

[@O4C209]

Thank you for this video. I know my issue is the opposite of "the grind". I stream once a week, trying to improve a little with each stream. Issue is, I stream playing a DnD game and the group has decided to take off Christmas Eve and New Years Eve (we stream on Thursdays). I was like, "well, I guess this Thursday is our last stream for 2020". Thanks to this video I realize I need to reassess what content I'm bringing. I need to offer more than a weekly game. Perhaps another game or more likely info regarding playing DnD or modules I'm familiar with. Thanks for reminding me that I need to constantly look for value to offer.

[@StreamScheme]

You can do it! You seem to be on top of what you need to do! Now just to be the work in!

[@O4C209]

@@StreamScheme I'm going to do streams on Tuesdays about prepping for my game on Thursday. Starting today. Thanks again.

[@devonjoerger5944]

Hey eljayem, so I learned about smart goals in a leadership course I went to. We also used another tool called SSC (Start, Stop, Continue) it’s a great self assessment tool. Idk if it’s a video idea or not, but I thought to put it out there. Keep up the great tips, they are really helping me. ❤️

[@StreamScheme]

Hey! Thanks for sharing! I'll look into it! Goals video is coming later this week and already filmed but I'll look at the other idea as well!

[@josuegonzalez6092]

I feel like I’m not as entertaining

[@StreamScheme]

What do you want to do to overcome that worry?

[@theprince435]

I need to learn how to figure out how to entertain even with 0 viewers

[@StreamScheme]

It's tough but if you watch my Streaming To 0 Viewers video that is a great place to start!

[@janinepartington447]

What is your twitch

[@theprince435]

@@janinepartington447 thanks for asking :) it's @Insidergaming1

[@lizjoon88]

Turn your viewer count off so that you can't see it and then always assume there are 50 lurkers, that's what I do 😂😂

[@mytchill5492]

As of the moment due to my job I’m not as consistent as I could be and that’s something I need to work on. I just finally got affiliated on twitch after streaming for a few years of trying and I’m still learning how to improve my streams. I stream mostly console stuff but since I’ve gotten a nice pc overlays and learned how to set these things up I feel myself Improving and becoming more knowledgeable and I watch these videos so I have an idea on what I could be or should be doing better. Thank you!!

[@StreamScheme]

Sounds like you're smashing it and working away! Good luck mate! Hope I can keep helping!

[@CodyHollis21]

These videos have been really great! I started in October. Had 15 follows the first 6 weeks. I have 54 in the last 5.5 weeks. And averaging 6-7 viewers each stream. For me two big things helped. Your tip of streaming a community that is passionate but not as large (NCAA 14) and supporting other streamers around my size. Using my time off stream to watch and chat with them. Thus they’re doing the same for me. For where I need to be better...customizing the live experience more. Been on Twitch Studio because it was easy to get rolling. However I am very limited in what I can customize. So I’ll be working hard to learn OBS and give my viewers an experience unique to my stream in the coming weeks/months!

[@CodyHollis21]

The first big step for me in 2021 is a stream schedule as well. This coming week is the first week of my community knowing I will be live every Monday and Wednesday. Already had people reach out saying they love that I’m going to set a schedule. Hoping to hit 80 followers by end of January, but if not, the improvements coming to my stream and community interaction are an amazing positive!

[@StreamScheme]

Sounds like you've got some ideas and plans out there! Hope it goes well! Good luck!

[@aidanwd]

ayy first 5 mins!! BTW 4th

[@StreamScheme]

Welcome to the early gang, you get a badge!

[@Stoobz01]

Everyone of your videos is helpful and insightful keep it up I’m so glad I found u :)

[@StreamScheme]

Glad you like them!

[@kierlet1353]

Thank you for making these videos! I first started watching your videos about a month and a half ago and though I haven't started streaming yet, I took your advice to market on other social media platforms and I now have over 1,000 twitch followers pre-first stream! I appreciate it, you give really good, straight forward advice!

[@StreamScheme]

Smashing it! Now you just need to make a big hype event for your first stream! Good luck!

[@lizjoon88]

Following on from the last point you made. I try to make my stream 1% better everytime! Like you say it is a marathon and so a little improvement everytime will help my stream in the long run but without the pressure or stress of changing everything and getting it all 100% right everytime.

[@bernonjohn]

I don’t watch much KZbin videos nowadays but I do watch your channel religiously and it’s helped me immensely. Every single video has been helpful and I always look forward to the next one. My biggest challenge right now is how to balance the two things I love doing (talking about fantasy basketball and playing video games) and not lose any of my current following, while still gaining new ones. Mostly I’m just being afraid and overthinking things. But that anxiety is there and right now don’t know how to overcome it.

[@StreamScheme]

Take it from someone with anxiety, it never goes away! It always is there but it does get easier. The only thing you can do is be proud of your content and do your best.

[@BandsmenGAMES]

Thanks so much eljay!

[@StreamScheme]

Happy to help!

[@micyclev]

late but, i think for right now the main thing is trying to find a niche that doesnt burn me out and trying to create SPECIFIC content that has a goal, if that makes sense. a personal problem i have is not wanting to pull the trigger on an idea unless i'm convinced it's perfect, and this holds me back from trying things out and getting a feel for it. i have some things planned and your videos are very helpful, so i know i can improve and keep moving forward 🤝💪

[@StreamScheme]

You got this mate! I have the same issues with perfection, but you'll smash it!

[@oriannasmom]

It‘s so nice that you take the time to make this time thing stuff so that we can jump to the steps we are interested in (I always watch the whole video tho)

[@StreamScheme]

Timecodes are just better for the user! They tend to hurt the overall retention rate but that’s okay as long as you guys have an easier time!

[@MichaelaBelle]

Great tips as always my guy 😊 my college degree program was very intensely critique based so I've gotten really good at objectively looking at my work and finding weaknesses and where to improve 😂 for example, I know my audio is trash bc I'm using my cellphone to record lol but I got a blue yeti and will be setting it up soon! (Waiting for it to be delivered haha)

[@StreamScheme]

Hell yeah! Blue Yeti works great, you can use my Microphone video to make it sound good as well! ;)

[@justwanttobeabnormal]

I just started streaming a week ago but I have been watching and I have been able to make a lot of improvements by just by watching you. Thank you!

[@StreamScheme]

Good stuff! It's your own hard work thats making the improvements! No thanks needed!

[@Phlare]

I love when you say stuff against the concept of grinding. I hear this from my peers SO often, especially in the pre-affiliate crowd and it always rubbed me the wrong way. I've said that if it feels like a grind, you're probably doing something wrong. That doesn't mean it's not gonna be hard, but grinding isn't gonna do what you think. Love your content man.

[@Phlare]

To answer the prompt - i need to script my videos ahead of time. I've been afraid of the time it would add to my process to spend time scripting ahead of time, but I bet it'll save me time in the long run, and result in better flow.

[@juandavidhesjedal972]

My struggle is follow gain and what to stream. Now I do stream I love but they are popular from before. I did recently start, and got 30 followers which of course is a good start. It’s just hard to know how to make sure people “stay” and actually want to follow me. I’ve seen several of your videos and ur tips are absolutely top tier. I’ve also seen people say I should promote myself on several social platforms, however I’m afraid this will rather have a “come by and leave” effect than “enjoy and stay” effect. I’m planning to start with a webcam soon however and hope this helps

[@StreamScheme]

Starting out it is tough to keep people directly engaged, but it takes practise to connect with them as individual viewers, while also making great content. Do your best, and follow my How To Grow Followers videos tips on creating a community if you are struggling, good luck! Keep it up!

[@lurkinpineapple5453]

The last tip is so good. Originally I played a lot of Among Us (which is popular and I enjoyed), but obviously there was nothing I was doing better than the top streamers during it. Your tip about Stardew certainly helped, and I now go back and truly watch my content to see if I'd truly tune in, and it's starting to help. Also, completely agree about a schedule, it's one of the simpler things to stick to to help things. Really appreciate the work you're doing!

[@StreamScheme]

Glad to know it's been helpful! Seriously, that means the world to hear!

[@lurkinpineapple5453]

@@StreamScheme It really has been above and beyond! So much better than the recycled stuff that other YT channels say. Raids can definitely be overwhelming as well like you said. I'm lucky to have had some broadcasting experience in a different area of content before and it can be such a hassle to keep up with things! Like you said, it's a process of growth.

[@xAlbatr0ss]

I have been trying to grow my twitter and I've moved over to tik tok as well but I'm still learning that, however a few problems i run into is when i make clips and i download those to tweet later, they are glitchy, or have skipped frames and it takes away from what I want to make, however I'm determined and I'm still learning everyday, in the past month I've almost reached my 50 with no webcam yet and just being as interactive as i can, however when i get one i know my stream will be at a whole new level, i am excited and i like your videos they help a lot !

[@StreamScheme]

Twitter really is only growable through other platforms, and then pushing people from those to follow you, or from doing some kind've scummy methods that I try not to recommend but Tik Tok is a great tool for growth! Sounds like you're smashing it man! Let me know how many of the Followers also come back as viewers, I'd be curious on the Tiktok to Twitch conversion rate of 50 followers. Good luck! Keep it up!

[@xAlbatr0ss]

@@StreamScheme So far the followers that come back as reoccurring viewers is about 7/45 so im still working on bringing back my followers to my stream As well, ive got an avatar i put at the bottom left since thats the best i can do without a cam, i will take your advice of tik tok, i just have to learn how to use it, ive only downloaded it yesterday !

[@xAlbatr0ss]

@@StreamScheme Update ! i posted my first tik tok and it got almost 1000 views in a day !

[@JackaldudeVR]

This video gave me a +3 inspiration buff 💪! Thanks man! I schedule a video every week so I should also be scheduling my stream.

[@StreamScheme]

You got this! Good luck out there!

[@infinitelegends4588]

Man I’m gonna say it since no one else will, this guy would make an EXCELLENT speaker for a TED Talk. He’s honestly so down to earth and honest to you about everything. He gives good advice and has a calming voice and is able to point out your flaws and mistakes without actually hurting you but also being brutally honest at the same time

[@grizzleygangkush504]

Love the content man keep it up favorite stream channel in my opinion!

[@StreamScheme]

Glad you enjoy it! Appreciate the kind words!

[@d1stone775]

Thanks for the tips. I will take notes on the big streamers an learn so I do a little more.

[@StreamScheme]

Happy to help!

[@GabeeLucky]

I really appreciate you for these vids.

[@RamikRizwanGamer]

Applying these tips already and can see stream grow really fast ;)!

[@StreamScheme]

Great to hear! Amazing man!

[@matthewluzitano]

Thanks for these videos, Eljayem! First, these videos are terrific. Thank you for taking a different approach than what I see from a lot of other folks who recommend streaming strategies. I have kind of a unique situation in that two of my three streams I do every week are with my kids. We have a lot of fun on there, and people seem to enjoy it (those streams are usually 8 to 15 viewers or so), but I struggle with getting to that next level because I'm having trouble figuring out how to market it. I've tried a few different thing, but I really don't want to be "using" my kids to gain followers, you know? I think the streams are fun, and I want to show other parents how gaming can be a great bonding experience with their kids. Like, I could post a bunch of cute photos of the kids on Instagram (or wherever) and probably get more of a following, but that just feels wrong to me. Do you have any advice?

[@StreamScheme]

Hey! Sorry to hear you are struggling! I think, and I am so sorry if I am wrong but I can only base my response on your comment but it feels like in your gut you know it isn't the best idea to post photos or have the kids be the main feature to help you grow. I've had a few parents reach out and I do think I will stick to the same answer. You should try to limit how much you expose your children on the internet. I won't go into detail but the awful situations that happened on KZbin over the past two years are a key example of this. The rule of thumb is if you stream with your kids, they don't appear on camera, it is just audio. If they don't feel like being there, they obviously don't have to be there. Never mention their name or what city they live in, and it is always better to wait until they are much older to decide for themselves if they want to be apart of something as public as this. Sorry if this isn't the best answer, I've spoken about this with a lot of streamers, content creators, and parents who have grown online with/without their kids, this has always been the general consensus that it is safest and best to follow. Good luck with however you move forward!

[@gianl3351]

started streaming a pokemon plat nuzlocke for my twitch beginning two days ago and i have an avg viewer of 2-3 with little engagement, but i think watching your vids will help me grow in the long term :)

[@StreamScheme]

Good luck! Hope I can keep helping!

[@scarxm3796]

What’s holding me back I think is branching my channel out to different social media platforms. That and I’m only running my stream off an Xbox and an iPhone, so a pc upgrade is much needed to make my channel look clean and professional. Love the content btw

[@StreamScheme]

Sounds like you've got a plan in place! It'll be tough till you get it but do your best!

[@VexxKing]

Another great video, as always. I agree. Gotta take away the streamer grind mentality. I believe one should save those long streams for charity events or milestones. I've seen people do 12 or 24 hour streams just cause and it probably hurts more than helps. After watching your videos I'm doing 2 streams a week and I've seen some growth. 2020 has been crazy and my schedule had to keep changing cause of IRL things. I'm hoping to keep this schedule for the rest of the month and reevaluate if I have to change it on a monthly basis. Thanks again!!!

[@StreamScheme]

I think grinding is just the act of not improving yourself, Iif you are adding new things, and improving yourself! That is developing! Changing the language today! Glad the video has helped! Keep up the hard work! Sorry to hear its been tough with the IRL schedule changes.

[@rzbOwO]

I've been streaming for 3 months now. And managed to have an avarage of 8 viewers on stream. Looking into adding a webcam to streams now and your tips are really helping.

[@StreamScheme]

Glad the videos are helpful! :)

[@StoneSaysHello]

I'm not streaming right now, I am actually waiting on my cheap capture card to get to me, but in the meantime I'm trying to set everything up. These videos are so insightful, along with the help my streaming friends give me, I feel like I can make a nice place to stream.

[@lukdanar4984]

There's no need to be toxic. Whenever i look at a bigger streamer and find a ''mistake'' or anything that I'm doing better even if it's the tieniest detail i feel proud and more confident. This encourages me a lot because i know I'm doing something right and be successful with it.

[@StreamScheme]

Absolutely, putting others down or being toxic is a quick way to end your stream

[@iOmen]

I think what is holding me back is my small stream times and not having a stream schedule they only way ppl get notified for it is there followed or in my discord. but once i get some equipment at my other house i should be able to have a consistent show! there yah go eljay ima continue watching the video now

[@StreamScheme]

Perfect! You know the problem, now we just need to solve it!

[@iOmen]

@@StreamScheme Just took your tip of watching through i do it but i never follow through so i made a list LOL - Fix Lighting Fix microphone volume its too loud when i yell Talk about the game more dont hum with the music there is a slight delay and i sound bad anyway carry on conversation i never stay complete quiet but i have frequent pauses while playing the game and it kinda breaks immersion UPDATE CATEGORY AND STREAM NAME don't repeat chat messages that i have already read out it seams awkward i should fill this gap with a question for chat to get them chatting again webcam was off set last stream save the channel point redemption that take a bit like push ups till the end of the stream so its not awkward with resetting camera and i can make it like a bit. get a stream schedule LOLL

[@ashenclovr6922]

Your channel has helped out a lot and given me much to think about! I think one of the things holding me back that you covered in this video is marketing. I've got a good idea of the content I want to stream but now must work on a good strategy to reach reach the audience that will enjoy the content. I plan to start by watching your video on stream titles and from there look up other videos on YT covering different marketing strategies and see what works for me.

[@StreamScheme]

Hey sorry! KZbin flagged this for no reason, so I missed it! Manually approved it now though :) Glad to hear the videos have helped! Thanks for the kind comment!

[@sinbyt3844]

Been loving the tips so far You think making a schedule for different languages on different days of the week would be alienating?

[@StreamScheme]

I think it would sadly yeah!

[@ahtohinn8303]

Hello there, greetings from Estonia! I love Your content. You keep it very simple and clean and easy to comperhend. I am currently still learning and hoping to try my first stream this year. Since I am still choosing my platform between Twitch and Facebook gaming, I would like to hear Your thoughts (maybe even separate video?) in streaming on Facebook? Forward thanks and happy arriving holidays!

[@StreamScheme]

Glad you like them! Full video coming soon the short of it is this: Twitch: Has a community culture, and is established KZbin: No community culture, better to be discovered if you make great content as well Facebook: Easiest to make content and grow but no culture, and the longevity of the platform is probably lacking.

[@aussierozzie9375]

You truely do help a lot , thank you

[@StreamScheme]

Glad to hear that! Just happy to help!