How Much I Made My First Month Streaming on Twitch

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One month ago, I embarked on a little experiment to try out streaming on Twitch as a side hustle. 30-days later, in todays video I reveal the results of this experiment, letting you all know whether or not it was a success.
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[@Patchy]

If you're reading this, scroll back up and click that big juicy subscribe button please 🍊

[@needfortweed8734]

But then I will be unsubscribed! That doesn't sound very juicy...

[@gkrefft]

Been there, done that.

[@normajeanmcdaniel4491]

@Patchy I can't. I subbed yesterday, remember?😂 Your stuff doesn't stink, etc.? From Harry 🐈. FWIW, I liked this vid! 👍 Great content!- just me in Palm Springs 🌴

[@SuperDolly64]

already done my friend I do enjoy your fillums

[@amethystarthur7499]

Thanks for the reminder 👍

[@e.d.3729]

here's what's wrong with you: nothing. you're fine. you're a lovely person which means you're even better than most.

[@suzelysabadini9845]

I totally agree.

[@koelschequeen]

Most heartwarming comment I’ve ever read on social media 🥰

[@macelven]

Hear, hear.

[@jmk1962]

I love how transparent you are about your income from social media.

[@Patchy]

Glad to hear it!

[@StanleyKubick1]

absolutely agree. it's very informative

[@Julia-zj2ch]

It's refreshing to watch someone who knows how to focus on one task at a time. Your ability to do that has a lot to do with why I enjoy your videos so much and why they are peaceful.

[@amandagreen4332]

I’m an introvert. Talking to an invisible live audience for 2 hours (without a script) would be horribly draining. You’re much better at this than I would be!

[@Miapetdragon69]

You're doing a wonderful job George 😊 The hell with what everyone else thinks, grow at your own pace 😊

[@Patchy]

Thank you! :)

[@gittank-sson3074]

Agree with you, Mia!😃🤗

[@MildlyEducational]

Your attention thing sounds actually pretty relatable man. At least personally I have a hard time focusing on multiple things at once as well, not necessarily a bad thing I don't think. Being pointed and focused on one thing at a time can be very good.

[@msnisperos]

I had content go viral and stopped posting because I did not like people commenting on my appearance and being icky. I am sad that people feel ok doing that. I am glad to watch your videos and hope you’ll keep posting here.

[@georgielancaster1356]

Couldn't you just block any weirdos/nasties? You grow slower, but you should be happier.

[@eveb446]

You had the courage to try Twitch, so congratulations, on doing so. Thank you for explaining the process you went through and for your honest opinion.

[@hn6634]

I am so happy for you and Junior. ❤ I haven’t had any income since getting really sick (ME/CFS) and homebound, but seeing Junior always make me smile. She is just so cute with her heartpatch❤

[@Patchy]

Aw I'm sorry to hear that and hope you get something figured out. Appreciate the support!

[@hn6634]

@@Patchy Thank you, I have the support of my family and pets and I am very grateful for that. We all love to watch Junior lending a helping paw in whatever you do😅😍 P.S. You could try the peewee litterbox system (with biodegradable pellets) to help with Juniors stinky💩 it worked for our kitty, aswell as shifting to the royal canin gastrointestinal kibbles (vet recommended to try).

[@overthecounterbeanie]

Hi George! I don't know if this is a genuine change or something I am projecting, but you seem happier and healthier than when I first saw your tiny house renovation video.

[@Patchy]

Well that's nice haha. I think you're probably right!

[@mortenwellhaven]

Great and insightful post. Enjoyed and learned a lot. About multitasking, scientists seem to agree that there is NO such thing. Some people are just better at switching back and for. But that decreases productivity. The people that study such things say, Be organized and stick to one task at the time. We will get more done. I guess that makes your style brilliant!

[@mmm8455]

BTW love your channel on KZbin. You are so calm and it’s refreshing how normal you are. Love Junior, her heart and how you are twins. ❤ Your review of her snd remodel was excellent. Keep up the good work.

[@MarieForet]

I just saw your last video "Reviewing my cat after 1 year" is close to 720K views... Wow, good for you! And of course Junior totally deserves it ; ) We'll be there next year for the "Reviewing my cat after 2 years" video!

[@Patchy]

Haha I'll definitely be making a third iteration of that! It's become something of a cash cow... or cat.

[@sdouglas9003]

Love your KZbin channel just fine. I don’t even know what Twitch is, and really don’t want to. Don’t change a thing, you’re you!

[@Sessa.]

Glad you gave it a shot! I enjoyed the cozy streams and was always super sweet to see Junior on cam 😊 but happy to continue watching your videos here as well.

[@lauranellburch9774]

Males are often one track focused. Most don't multitask well. You're a charming young man, your parents raised you well. I have shoes older than you, but just love your channel. I got a kitten this year too, enjoy seeing junior and pretty much anything you upload.

[@saltburner2]

Just keep doing what you are very good at, and forget the rest - it's too much hassle with precious little return.

[@Patchy]

I quite like trying different things and making these videos tbh!

[@DF12]

The video we have been waiting for! Appreciate the time you put in and transparency on how you feel about it, I know myself and several others enjoyed hanging out and had a good laugh amongst the odd weird comment! $228 less food expenses of course lol - Darryn

[@Patchy]

Cheers Darryn! Really appreciated you showing up for every stream. All is forgiven for the “9” hob peer pressure as well. 🔥

[@DF12]

@@Patchy I'm a bad influence, but it was a funny segment 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@dees3179]

I really appreciate your breakdowns of how these things work. So many people don’t think to really take stock until they so emeshed in the system they can’t seem to explain or understand which bits of money come from which place anymore. It’s great to see that even porting an audience and getting that affiliate boost still only gets you so far, which helps make people understand a bit more how much harder it must be to start from the ground up. you are a natural teacher and investigator as well as being good fun to watch. Sorry you were plagued by people with very little to think about except being gross who made you and the other viewers uncomfortable. Moderators do unfortunately seem to be necessary.

[@denisearens3347]

Interesting breakdown, thank you. I don't know anything about Twitch, only what you have said in this video. I don't use Instagram or snapchat, I barely use FB, not going anywhere near tiktok. I like watching your videos here on youtube.

[@CJG1419]

Your videos are always so interesting. Can’t wait to see more on the remodel and always love seeing Junior.

[@MoneyPitCastle]

Hey George. Loved your tiny house rebuild. You're an inspiration. Keep up the good work 🏰🏰🏰

[@Patchy]

Thank you!

[@magn630]

Love your honesty and straightforward talk - I think people call that transparency these days, not sure. Anwhoo, just wanted to say that I can't even follow a live stream without getting stressed out - too many comments that don't relate and can't follow what the host is saying while trying to read the comments -- so all that to say that doing live stream seems to be stressful to the max. I thoroughly enjoy your though-through videos and I would not be able to follow you over to a live stream platform without giving myself a panic attack. A huge squeeze hug to fluff-ball Junior.

[@joyfaithlove]

Really love all your videos, but especially this one in particular. I started streaming on Twitch a year and a half ago and I do love it. I've been working really hard towards Partner and I'm nearly there. Wish I got a time to see you live stream, but I appreciate your breakdown as I've definitely gone through some similiar situations and learning from that has been important. Developing a little community from the content you created is just amazing!

[@boredpotato182]

Thank you so much for doing the streams! It was nice to have in the background during my summer classes.

[@MaximilianIsNice]

Great job, keep going man, you’re doing amazing

[@sketchingheather]

That was very interesting and thanks for telling us so much about your experience. I used to be a graphic designer and, like you, I couldn't listen to the radio and solve problems at the same time. :)

[@livclarkmusic]

I always get so happy to see your videos pop up! This was a great experiment and an honest reflection on what money people could make from twitch as they start out!

[@mckaylasmuts9570]

You seem like such a kind soul it’s amazing to see

[@7728abbott]

Always a pleasure to see your videos, George.

[@joseperez-ig5yu]

Hey George, my mind functions like yours does which I call mine a one track mind. There are many people that are only able to concentrate on one thing at a time aside from the things we do automatically. There are always anomallies in the ways function or don't function, but we just have to take them in stride or we will go bananas! That's why there is the saying that "no one is perfect." We all enjoy what you and Junior do and how y'all do it, otherwise we wouldn't spend our time watching your YT videos!😊

[@condianemcmonagle3630]

Don’t give up George ! It will get easier as you are a pro so far 🤩

[@carlosmelendez394]

You do a great job and i feel blessed to have you as a connection a window to my old past, yet not forgotten ancestry's far Scottish roots

[@curly2smith133]

You are you and that is so special. Don’t let anyone----including yourself---bring you down to think that you are a lesser human being. Keep doing what you are doing and being who you are. Xx

[@okayheykae]

I got to watch a few of the baking livestreams and I'm glad you did them. I also don't like being the center of attention either, the idea of people live commenting on me makes me anxious, and I can't concentrate on two things at one, so you've confirmed that I shouldn't bother thinking about doing livestreams 😅, and it's completely understandable that it isn't something you want to continue. This was a really interesting experiment to hear about - thanks for doing a wrap up of your experience!

[@dccook1000]

Thanks buddy. I find your voice and demeanor very calming.

[@MrKnotWright]

Whew, that took some pressure off, :-D it was tough making time to watch you stream, I really enjoy your YT videos and keeping up on the new renovation with your builder on Instagram. Keep up the things you enjoy and give Junior an ear scratch for me.

[@Patchy]

Haha well I appreciate you making any time at all! Thank you though, thankful for the support. And will do!

[@Dorwynn]

I was able to catch a few of your live streams and had a fun time. That being said I agree that it's not worth your time and energy. I'm glad you don't feel the need to try to get better or push yourself into a media that doesn't fit your "style". Good vid, keep it up.

[@clickmyface]

Thanks for the temporary community! It was fun hangin out with chat and the t-rex! We will miss you!

[@monicateeling810]

Just subscribed and already love your vlogs because you are the best ✅✅✅✅

[@cs3742]

I see other YT presenters mixing voice over and direct delivery, with very little talking while doing. Not being good at doing several things at once is NOT a disorder, or even a disability. It is absolutely normal. Furthermore you are NOT ADHD. You have the ABILITY to focus on a task, and are smart enough to recognize and screen out distractions. BTW my family members and I are so attuned to music that none of us can work on something requiring focus with music playing. Often we have to stop what we are doing to listen. When we are listening to music we hate having chit-chat going on or the tv jabbering away. I love your quiet delivery while talking to the camera, and your calm narration during voice overs.

[@jama211]

Thank you for this!

[@charliecox6701]

So glad you mentioned about keeping up with the chat. It proper stresses me just watching livestreams and how they keep up with it. It’s deffo not for everyone

[@scotthorn2362]

I always enjoy your vlogs! ❤👍🏼👍🏼

[@dianadickson6791]

Just be you. That is why we love and respect you

[@lunazmom_meg]

Hey George!! I’m actually surprised by those results lol 😅 it was a fun and interesting way to get to hangout with one of your favorite KZbinrs! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@Patchy]

Good or bad surprised!? Appreciate you hanging out! :)

[@lunazmom_meg]

I was definitely expecting you to make at least $500 from ad revenue after a month!! So bad surprised I guess?! Lol in all honesty though, loved your live streams ❤ ((and seeing what shenanigans that Darryn was going to get you in 😂😂 )). Give my love Junior! 😻😸

[@lvanderwaal5625]

Thanks for your videos! Greetings from The Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@crestedargo4663]

I have a brother with ADHD and years ago I secretly took some of the tests he sat through to be diagnosed and it turned out that I have NOT any level of ADHD. However I cannot multi-tasking, even if my life would depend on it... And I'm sure I would be terrible at streaming 😅 so I'm sure that you being not the best at streaming doesn't automatically mean that you have some form of ADHD. You are such a wonderful person, I found your videos some days ago and I have been watching a lot of them!! They are so calming and refreshing, keep up the good work!

[@craigmyers4269]

Junior makes more than you do. What a great cat!

[@Patchy]

Haha she certainly does!

[@frankgyure3154]

George,,its always good to hear from you. And Junior too. 🐱

[@AutoMotivate]

Interesting takes man. Id be happy making that as a side hustly since I would already be gaming

[@zachalger]

I didn't get a chance to watch any live, but I did enjoy watching your stream recordings after. Like you say, there are a lot of things outside your control when streaming which I think'd put me off doing it. The topic of TV shows came up at one point and you said you were thinking about watching Twin Peaks, I'd highly recommend! It is a bit marmite, be interesting to hear your thoughts

[@PaulRansonArt]

Brilliant video George. I'm with you on the multi tasking. I find trying to edit / work online and listen to music almost impossible. I focus on one task and the rest is a distraction so your not different or have a disorder. Love your channel - Paul 😃😃😎😎

[@Drawlen]

Funny, I just bought that same laptop 😊 Also great video, love watching!

[@AngelavengerL]

It's true there were some pretty creepy people in your stream chats. Definitely mods would have helped with that as they could have given them a warning and timed them out and if it kept going than banned them. Over all though i loved your streams. They were relaxing. As a gamer i would have liked to see more gaming but i realize this channel is mostly older viewers that aren't as into that. Really cool experiment. Thank you for always being so transparent with the money side of things.

[@dougcrawford6967]

i have to stop music or youtube videos to answer text messages too. you're quite lucky to recognize so early in life that multitasking is not your strong suit. it took me decades to figure that out. but once i did, and stopped trying, life got so much easier. i often encourage my easily-stressed clients to try less multitasking as well.

[@leandrawwz]

It’s a good thing to have the ability to focus. I can’t really work or write with audio music or shows playing and work better in silence because I recognize my attention has to be focused on what Im trying to do. A lot of twitch (and the internet) is very “ busy” for me so I think that’s why being this way can feel weird

[@daiseldesigns3826]

Love your vids George and I love Junior too 😻

[@CricketsBay]

It's great to try new things. That's how we find out what works, what we like or don't like, and learn stuff. And if it's not good for us to continue with that specific thing, then it's fine to kick it out the door and try something else.

[@user-id5bd3ul9x]

Hi George! I love your videos, I've been binge watching them for a few days now. You mentioned that streaming on twitch wasn't a good side hustle, maybe you could do a video about what you think is a good side hustle, that will hit that $ 1000 mark you mentioned. Other than that, love your work, esp. the ones with B-roll from the Scottish countryside!

[@the14thmoonofuranus]

An interesting experiment, thank you

[@millywood6801]

Good morning George. 10 / 10 for this video, I'm glad your not going over to the other side, I would miss you. I'm looking forward to see more of the renovation of the new house. Have a good day George, Cheers Millysue

[@highpsi11]

Evidently, most people DON'T perform well when they're "multi-tasking". Probably busy parents do it automatically, but many of us don't, especially at work. What you're really saying about yourself is that you prefer to focus - that sounds just as it should be. I would never give myself any sort of diagnosis at all based on anything that people say online. There just too many people who think that the existence of the internet gives them license to be malicious or anti-social while hiding behind the illusion of anonymity. And there are an awful lot people who know enough popular psychology to be dangerous. They label, indulge in armchair diagnosing and are comfortable in their anonymous criticism of others. As you've experienced, even people with actual degrees in counseling can be dangerous. Don't accept any negativity - you seem to be a decent human being, who tries to both entertain people, educate them and to share what you're learning. That works for me!

[@dominicblakeartwriter]

Hi George, another amazing video! Thanks for sharing, please can you let me know where you bought your grey sweatshirt from? It's really cool ... :)

[@baharrrr]

Oh, I'm kinda sad I missed your cupcake baking. That would have been fun to participate in! You did achieve the cozy atmosphere you were going for! But I understand completely why you'd want to avoid it as an introvert here 😄

[@alexmiles40]

Very good video. Now I understand Twitch. Glad you are still youtube-ing. Peace Out.

[@helenjohnson7583]

You seem to wake up my sleepy math mind. Thanks for producing a good program.

[@davedublin1]

I'd say subs would have gone up to expectations had it become a permanent thing or semi permanent but if the effort was too much and you found it uncomfortable, you made the right decision! It was enjoyable though while it lasted!!

[@Patchy]

Reckon you're right! Really appreciate the support you and the other regulars showed. Made it much more fun than it would have otherwise been! :)

[@davedublin1]

@@Patchy you'll have to find a less intensive, less stressful way of keeping up with the regulars whilst making money out of it!! Thinking cap on!! 😀

[@diannehardwick950]

An interesting experiment. You do learn new things about yourself when you try new activities. I did when I put together a poetry book for self publishing. People are different and just because you can’t “multitask” doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with you. In fact many religions would say that not focussing on one thing at a time is harmful to the mind. You and Junior are the twin stars of your films. Enjoy yourself George. Being happy is what counts most.😀

[@zmiem9556]

Lol! I’m the same with having to pause music when I’m texting or working. I can have ambient noise audio very quietly though.

[@davidcattin7006]

Interesting. I'm otherwise clueless about these kinds of things. Thank you, from Indiana!

[@randylls5341]

You are amazingly okay. 👍 I find your videos refreshing. Does anyone really multi-task? Even computers do only one tiny thing at a time, just faster than most humans.

[@DavidMCheney]

I enjoyed the one's I was able to catch. Sometime when you try new things, they just aren't right - no worries.

[@jacobwebb5371]

Stay wholesome man. The internet is flooded with creeps these days.

[@poodlegirl55]

Just stay the way you are. I like it.

[@guyscudamore4930]

Interesting kit you use, what software do you use for editing?

[@colleenbrown3366]

I don't have a video channel, I more have a face for radio, but I'm certain to hate live streaming. I imagine it would be like having guests who won't go home, exhausting. My love to Junior. ❤

[@michaelconeys3843]

Don't worry about your Twitch experience, because I love ❤ your KZbin videos. I hope you'll continue your special KZbin content. May God bless you 🙏 and your family always in your life journey.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Hi George! I am so glad that you survived your streaming experiment without too much damage from being sexualized. I do enjoy your videos and I think that you are left handed like me, unless the picture is projecting a mirror image like on so many other channels.

[@Patchy]

I am indeed left handed (for writing!). Right handed for sports etc.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@Patchy Maybe that is why I am so terrible at sports, because I never tried to do them right handed! My mom wrote right handed but all sports like tennis and bowling were done left handed! She always thought that her mother forced her to be right handed because left handers were treated like they were from the devil. Supposedly, well at least how prejudiced people wrote it, Jesus is on God's right side. But I am not a believer except that old men men made up this stuff to control the population by scaring them to obedience. No offense to anyone's beliefs here.

[@cricketmcclure3458]

@@mitchellbarnow1709 I was schooled in a catholic environment - where left was forbidden, and punished with a ruler cracked across the knuckles! "Left" hand was the devil's doing, and engendered pain and suffering . . . As a senior citizen? I have become ambidextrous . . . Thanx papists!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@cricketmcclure3458Thank you so much for your input.

[@mabelkraut6652]

Im glad that I found your videos in youtube...... I like to see aspects of your life...... I think in my daughter while watching your videos, she is lovely as well :-)

[@jillcrowe2626]

People who THINK that they can multitask crash their cars while texting. There are plenty of those people on the roads around me. If you already know that you CAN'T multitask, you are wise and you get to survive to drive your car another day. You are a joy to view on occasion and I'm 67 years old. Also, I'm intelligent and can program calculations in Excel and use databases.

[@elenapianoprogress]

I have the same issue with music, can't really work or text while listening 😅 I figured that's because I normally listen to music only when I enjoy a particular song a lot and my brain is so focused on the song itself that I will find myself humming along and feeling completely immersed in the music, since when something interrupts me I have this urge to stop the music 😂

[@violinwithRosemary]

Very interesting!

[@lenalee89245]

Sometimes I think you're soo good to be real. 😂😂❤ Cook, love cats, fix things, youtuber.

[@Patchy]

Thank you haha! 😄

[@zachparade2791]

Hey George, Sorry you were being sexually harassed on stream. You didn’t call it that, but that sounds like what it was. Although it is no doubt worse for a lot of women, it is still a sad reality for guys too. Thanks for bringing awareness to that. Anyway… hope you’re having a great day! And I LOVE that little animation of Junior at the end of the video. So cute! 😻✌️

[@fluffycritter]

I tried streaming for a little while and the big thing that I hated about it is that it made it difficult for me to do things normally, because I started to think about everything in terms of whether I should be streaming it or not. It made it especially hard to just play video games for fun, because I always had this nagging voice in the back of my head saying I should be streaming it.

[@janicelaurin7263]

You are a Uni-tasker, not a Multi-tasker! Nothing wrong with that. Your cat is so sweet. A good cat.

[@ljay7920]

This makes sense. I go out of my way not to ever be the centre of attention.

[@CamOstrom]

Hi George! It sounds like you may enjoy streaming a little bit more without a webcam fixed on yourself. Considering you enjoy doing something crafty and meticulous, content-wise, there's a niche for that kinda thing. And it would remedy 2/3 of your issues with streaming. Just a thought. Take care! :)

[@davidwilson1043]

I like the way you present your information and views openly and honestly. Also don't knock yourself, there's people on unsociable media that love to do that. Keep being you, a good person.

[@foppelycklamaanijeholt7396]

You should do ASMR. If you already put that in your title people would hardly notice that its now unintentional (which is usually better than intentional). You have a perfect voice and relaxing posture.

[@rather_be_a_cat]

Hope you're feeling good today fella

[@enders357]

Sounds like you could add a two grand laptop for your streaming payment, and then it starts to look like a pretty good month ;) Seriously though, I think Twitch income jumps quite a bit when you make Partner which might not be too hard if you can take a chunk of your KZbin audience over there with you regularly.

[@elizabetherwin1315]

Yes, an extra $1,000 per month would be most agreeable and worth the effort, George. I must comment as well that understanding the Scottish brogue has always been a bit of a challenge for me however your mastery of "English" is formidable. Thank you for that!!

[@lazygardens]

You tried it, you didn't like it ... experiment was a success. You prefer the control and slower pace of video blogging where you can plan and edit. That's good to find out about yourself.

[@anitahamil7474]

How old is Junior? Enjoy your channel and wishing you the best going forward….🇨🇦

[@anitahamil7474]

@@spaceghost2227 thank you…a

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

It was a fun experiment.

[@Patchy]

Appreciated you hanging out (if you've got the same username on Twitch...!)

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

same @@Patchy

[@pierrefitch]

Question I can stream using my PS5 for the game part but for the camera can I use my phone ?? So stream my game on Ps5 and use camera on my Phone is this possible or do I need to use the ps5 cam 📷 🤔

[@rebeccabaradas7699]

I don’t think that is a disorder. Each of us is created uniquely! I have read somewhere too that people who do a lot of multitasking end up overwhelming their brains. So don’t put yourself down but embrace your unique abilities! It’s totally ok to be different!❤️😍💕