I went viral twice.. what did I do after?

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[@Senpai]

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[@Jayplaysdrums_]

Harris, Thank you for this video. I needed this today... was close to giving up on my dream and I'm going to take the three steps you've given to heart and continue toward my dream.

[@dougf1249]

The only problem i see wit Sizzle currently is that you can only use them for specific games. Otherwise it’s great

[@rickycano3596]

Hey man I just wanna say I really do enjoy your videos no matter what it is cause you are genuine and open 😄 I plan to do the same as you with KZbin as I’m 25 and hearing this helps a lot thank you!😌

[@Danny-Lightning--Audio-Tech]

Great video man, I have two gaming channels and a small audio tech channel I wish I could figure out how to get something going that really takes off, having an autoimmune disease, doing a couple gaming channels as rough and only got so much time I can set my chair per day before everything spasms up on me so it's hard to really do a lot but, maybe one day I'll figure out how to make a video completely blow up I don't know. But hey man you make great videos. Thanks for posting

[@ChloeAmerican]

10:54 "If you're in a race, you only have to win by this much👌🏻to be called a winner". This hits DEEP!

[@DammitIvaldi]

To quote the late great Dominic Toretto.. It doesnt matter if you win by an inch or a mile, winning's winning.

[@Lewi_Jay]

@@DammitIvaldi Torreto is dead? :O

[@mattdori6563]

Took the words out of my mouth haha @@DammitIvaldi

[@NinjaMaiku]

I feel at 38, soon to be 39 my ship has sailed. I inspired my cousin to pursue content creation and he's making enough money to support him and his partner and their baby on the way purely off ad revenue alone. They bought a house, 2 cars and go on loads of vacations. I work 40hrs a week have 2 kids and by the end of the day I have a few hours to decompress. I have virtually no energy to start a side project. I got to bed at 2am and wake up at 7am almost every night, yet somehow, this video has inspired me. Thank you, Harris ❤

[@TwistedGeek]

Your ship has not sailed, stay strong and stay the course, find what you can do in the time you have, as there is still time, for you and for all of us, have a great day :)

[@NinjaMaiku]

@@TwistedGeek thank you for the kind words ❤️

[@SnappyScience]

The ship has never sailed. There is still a joy to be found in the adventure of creating regardless of how it turns out. I create for joy more these days than 'a break'. That's coming from a 46 year old with 2 kids and a full time job. I totally get the challenge.Stay inspired! 😊

[@ShakeMistake]

I'm in the same boat as you. I turned my decompress time into content creation, and let me tell you, it GIVES me energy now. Start small. Start simple. Start with something fun! It doesn't have to be a painful grind.

[@saiyanprynz26]

Dude there is so many content creators that are way older than you and they make a great living!! Don’t ever count yourself out!! If you want it you continue, and failures are just lessons learned and you change through them. Analytics are huge!! Keep yourself motivated and good luck to you!! You always have a chance!!

[@DadVader]

It's so hard not to give up. Especially when you do something with passion but see no effects. But small things can make you happy. I've streamed recently and after stream I saw my numbers of followers going from 24 up to 26. Many of you will laugh at it but for me it was a lot and it made me excited. Probably I will never be a successful Twitch streamer but I do it because it makes me happy and it is my therapy to fight my mental breakdowns Good luck to everyone who's trying Peace!

[@RBLPodcast]

after getting 40 followers in 3 years, lost 1 recently :/ all good

[@RomeTheSlobbber]

Even the smallest things can make us happy

[@riveralvarez7517]

Awesome video. The key is finding winning combination, and I always said that being a content creator is very similar to running your own business. You should upload things people want to see, same like business owners offer products/services that people need in their life... Fulfilling demands creates success, that's how life works in general. The most difficult part is starting and growing on social media, but consistency and hard work (with a bit of Famester) will always pay off at the end 💪

[@boostedmedia]

Pushing past the point where most people give up is the key here. Great video!

[@es0516]

The crazy part is I REMEMBER THAT VINE and thinking how awesome that video was. Nobody had really done transitions like that before, now it’s so common. Loved hearing the story of how you stuck with it even when money got tight and morale was a little low. Great advice to not give up unless you absolute have to. I think about being a part time streamer/content creator, but I always get intimidated/overwhelmed and put it down. Might have to try again. Even if it’s just close friends and family who watch I still love doing it, might be worth a shot.

[@dougf1249]

I always seem to find your videos when I’m at that “about to give up” point. Thanks for reminders that it’s worth going for

[@TroyACampbell]

Man...this is so messed up. I'm exactly where you were...a decade of making content. Went super viral and now after everything ,realizing the ride is over ...is crushing me. Except I don't think I can push through. A few days ago I made all the videos on my channel private. Deleted my Instagram ...and the main channel (the family channel that went viral) is hanging on by a thread. Nothing but love to you for making it happen man...I don't know you. but man knowing this story makes me proud of you. go get it brother.

[@ShakeMistake]

Hey man, I've been there. I'm a fellow deleter of content after going viral and falling off. I've started again, and I'm not pushing to get viral again. I think virality gets into your head and makes you feel entitled to more virality, and depressed when you don't have it. Don't forget, even if you can inspire 100 people per video, that's not nothing. 100 people you inspire can change the world.

[@jadenanjara]

Love those type of videos, a little bit of story time (and motivational, right before school, it’s 8 here in France). Good for you Harris !

[@Mr.OVERLORD]

Thanks Harris, this is honestly all I needed hear. Going to set-up my obs again for streams tomorrow.

[@kkhunterger]

I just took a 2 week full vacation of work, university and content creating, right after when things got too much overall plus my streaming didn't go as well as I experienced it through last year. My views dropped by 50%. I then was out of energy. Now I'm coming back (it feels weird after 2 weeks but it's been the first 2 weeks on a 100% holiday for over 2 years now) and I still have doubts. Now this video pops up in my feed, I hear you talking about that one point that we have all to get past. And I read all those comments. And suddenly my doubts just went flying away. So thank you Harris, thank you wonderful people of KZbin. We can do this!

[@GabzitoHD]

4:20 fun fact: "Take on Me" also had two music videos along with like 5-6 different versions and mixes of it before it went big. Never give up on a good song is the lesson I guess.

[@halulife35]

good shit. i needed that. steady on

[@kratosmvn_]

Great message in this video, very insparational. Thank you Harris!

[@Happylachia]

Inspirational af, man. Really needed this

[@Underpredator]

Thank you for sharing this, I love your videos and knowing your story def has inspired me. Keep the content coming!

[@hrgodspeed]

This was beautiful video man , appreciate your content and story !

[@UnwantedCommentary]

I really appreciate when you share this stories Harris!

[@Max_Ivanov_Pro]

Your videos have been a source of inspiration for me since 2018. Thank you for the motivation to keep going, even when things get tough.

[@tohruleonis]

I've watched as many of your videos since 2019 and a lot of them shaped what hardware I considered when looking at streaming. I know I still have a boatload of things I can still learn or improve but I've always found your content to be very insightful and informative. Happy to have been here for the journey but we're only getting started!

[@KSmithGenY]

I really love the insight you shared, the stories behind your success and the challenges you faced! Great advice and it shows. Keep up the hard work!

[@beeblet2]

As always - thanks for the inspiring message. Always seems timely. Got into your streams during the first lockdown and your advice back then stays with me. Thanks. I hear the same fundamental and solid thoughts here too.

[@zacharyryan_art]

Thanks for this. Some stuff I just needed to hear. And the guitar emotional music in the back was a nice touch :)

[@FischtankProductions]

Im so glad you made this video bro. I have been following you for years and you were the inspiration for me to start both of my channels. Its now a full time gig. I appreciate you.

[@poppyandfernando]

This is exactly what I needed today. Thank you!

[@OccipitalVision]

Thank you for sharing. I may not be striving for a big break in the media space, but have definitely been discouraged as of late in moving forward in life. This was timely for me today and will be saving this to watch when needed.

[@PhaseShifter]

Fantastic video, Harris. Thank you for this - very motivating and resonated a lot!

[@aer0]

You've been an inspiration and huge help in my hobby-turned-career. Thanks for all the content

[@Ron_Ipach]

Perfect timing to hear your story! Thanks!

[@ShenanigenPlays]

this was great! - and I must have stumbled on your youtube in its infancy in 2018 - and you are like my go-to guy. This was very inspirational and we are around the same age and shows me I can keep going...thank you x

[@BeauTheBub]

This made me cry. That last line rocked me. "Don't give up unless you absolutely have to, because giving up before then is just called quitting." Sometimes I don't think I'm good enough and that I don't work hard enough, but I'm going to keep fighting for as long as I can. Thanks, much love.

[@Pablo_Col]

Ty sempai for sharing this, great story. I am almost 3 months without an official company place, but working so hard on my project, I feel so confident and quiet atm. Ty

[@plucksy]

I really needed to hear this. Thank you so much for the great content you provide

[@CapsLockKeyon]

Honestly, pretty great video. Been here since the time of the blow up, I remember when you were streaming to only a handful of people and not much was happening in chat. I was always STUNNED that your stream which looked so great was quiet. And then it happened! The big bang. Got a little star struck when I saw you at TwitchCon in 2019 so I didn't come up and say anything, but that was also the year I started to do work with Nerd or Die, Gaming Careers, and even had been putting out my own little tutorials that people really liked (I even got recognized which was wild). Sadly I stopped doing that because I'm an idiot who didn't like where it was going. But I've been video editing since and doing the whole live stream thing. Then of course the typical "why am I trying" thing happens and things slowed down a bit post 2020 when streaming was booming. But I've recently found myself "trying" again and seeking those opportunities. So your words at end hit home man. Over the years I've gotten tons of great ideas and tips from you, and I wanna say thanks for the ride Harris.

[@seanmartinflix]

This gave me chills. Needed to hear this I'm going through one of those faces have just a lot of self doubt. A lot of questioning my direction. Kind of burnt out on the super edits I've been doing. I don't know. I'm just gonna keep going and try my hardest not to stress. But it's hard when I'm broke... Always love what you got to share. Also, that last video with the Nas was awesome.

[@KawandeTV]

I appreciate the inside look into what you do, Man. Thanks for inspiring us all. You’re amazing. 🤘🏾

[@stewdotart]

As always, banger advice Harris. Thank you.

[@oelomatic]

So much respect for you man 🙏🏼 That story.. I needed that. Currently combining 2 jobs and trying to do my very best as content creator. So your story hits hard. You’re awesome.

[@LowEndUniversity]

Great watch. I'm in a totally different niche but your insight is always so inspiring. Thanks for doing what you do, Harris!

[@moochi4287]

you're such an inspiration harris 💯😭 ty for sharing!

[@Nanocyde]

Thank you putting out this video. I have been questioning my next move. This video is the equivalent of that half-time locker room pep talk from the coach that gets your head back in the game.👍

[@Wizzardoftime]

Thank you so much for always being so transparent about your content, creation journey. It’s been inspiring for me for the entire five years that I’ve been at this while working full-time at Microsoft and taking care of my family. I’ve decided that this year I would invest more time into researching on how I can grow the community more efficiently because I feel like I’ve either hit a wall or plateaued and you’ve always been one of my top three idols. You don’t need to hear this from me but keep doing what you’re doing and thank you for using your platform For good, awareness, inspiration, and creativity!

[@thehaydnpaterson]

great, wholesome and personal video. nailed it

[@ShireenPlays]

I remember seeing your 'cool kids' video on Vine and then realising you were the guy in the video years later when I found this channel (it was still called Alpha Gaming). Your journey is truly inspiring. I'm still a small KZbinr, but I can 100% remember the moment two of my videos blew up (both when I was unemployed and had no money) - it was also at the point where I almost gave up wanting to be a "KZbinr" but saw an opportunity to do something different or better. I need to find that moment again, I hope it happens soon.

[@MintCity]

I needed this. Thank you.

[@panpan23tv]

I needed this video. Thanks brother ❤

[@CragDyna]

That was very encouraging! As a small creator with a very busy schedule, I'm trying to push through to get content out as much as possible and hopefully eventually quit my part-time job and go part-time on youtube, but we'll see!

[@RealTimtationz]

Awesome vid Harris. Been following you for a few years and your guides and tips have gone a long way for the growth of my YT channel. Here's to everyone's big video break!

[@AndrewChambersDesign]

Needed to hear that, thanks brother.

[@archvaldor]

"I don't think I am any good at this" You literally have off-the-charts interpersonal charm, confidence and a bunch of other skills most of us dream of having.

[@ShishaWG]

What an amazing Video! Thank you so much for sharing this :)

[@alexxortv]

This came at the right time! I have been thinking of switching jobs a lot recently, but it'll likely takeaway from my time for YT and streaming. Just KEEP PUSHING!

[@maxadrums]

Holy hell, that resonates so extremely well with me. Been spending 20+ years going for drums specifically, so much time in school and working towards it.. 2019, it was finally time. Saw success on Twitch, hit partner, was able to FULLY focus on streaming. Then tendonitis happened.. Had to quit drumming and music for a full year, tanking both my youtube and twitch channels. THEN, my arm got better. And for 4 months, I pushed hard. Had the most amazing month I could ever have imagined - 28 day subathon, over 2 million live views and then... Nerve impingement hit the next month. That's now over two years ago. I have yet to be able to do what I LOVE and am really good at. But I "succeeded" twice. I'm having to bet on being able to do it a third time. It's been two years in recovery, and I'm doing my best holding on to hope of eventual long-term success that I've worked towards since I was 10. Just gotta recover first 😅

[@sirashtown902]

Thanks for the encouragement and self reflection. Always love your videos.

[@5elect5creen]

Harris. This video literally brought me to tears. I’ve been watching your videos and putting your advice to use for my channel for years. Recently, I considered quitting bc I’ll need to take a second traditional job, but this video provided exactly what I needed. HOPE. Thank you for this.

[@casualsenpaitv]

Such a great video. Thank you so much for sharing your stories that help keep us inspired and motivated.

[@ImmortanG]

I've been on a hiatus from making content and the self doubt to return to it has been a challenge. It was nice to hear your journey for a bit of inspiration, thanks for sharing!

[@BrandonShere]

This was a beautiful video, very insightful and helpful. thank you.

[@solokain]

stoopid harris, you always know how to cheer me up, thanks man

[@Ance]

I started streaming back in 2018 and your early videos on growing a stream and streaming setups changed my life, no exaggeration. I was able to grow my stream enough to support me as a full-time streamer now turned FT KZbinr. Wouldn't have been possible without some of the early knowledge I gained from your content on just simply how to approach actually being a creator and not just a "gamer" with a camera.

[@iamdusk_official]

I would definitely say you are my idol my guy, I follow as many tips you give to improve anything I do in life. I appreciate what you do and keep it up Harris!

[@theJustScience]

This is a great story...thanks for sharing!

[@NeuroDAVErgent]

How did I not know you were from my town? Good ol' Small Lake City! I look at your videos and streams with admiration, and I use each one as a textbook example of what I should apply to mine. Thank you for that invaluable information.

[@PillsMayhem]

Such a great video. Keep being goated man. You're an inspiration to many💜

[@corycosta6257]

Highly underrated attribute of successful people is dedication and perseverance. Key part of your story, you’ve been at it since 2014 with plenty of chances to give up. All the best in the future!!

[@MysticSage732]

I love your content Harris. As a new streamer, youve helped alot and i really appreciate that ypu put yourself out there to help and make other people better. Your the prize not the content.

[@AresTakeoff]

This is so inspiring Harris, thank you for this

[@PoTheTatoMan]

Thank you for sharing this. You're a beast and I hope one day to connect with you on something more than just a person in your comments.

[@fcfdroid]

I love these sentimental talks 😊

[@spartanis2929]

"If it happened to me twice. It can happen to you once." I started to get teary eyed with that statement.

[@StormHydraugr]

Always appreciate your videos

[@samurai_JD55]

It’s about time we get a new video 😂. I knew you did vine, but man didn’t know all the extra details you gave this video. It’s hard to grow on any platform. You’ve done it on several so congratulations. I’ve been following this channel since the beginning of 2018.

[@consciousmuzik]

MAN THIS WAS INSPIRING!!!! THANK YOU HARRIS!!!!!

[@twizlette]

i needed that, thank you

[@zephyrrebel]

That last bit hit me. I am currently in a similar situation where I am almost spent up on my savings. I was laid off by my previous work 2 years ago cause the company went bankrupt. I used that opportunity to become a content creator. Which is something that I've only realized couples of years back, that it's something that I want to do. My savings are running out and I am tempted to get a job instead... It really hurts me thinking of giving up... since i finally found something that I am very passionate about and something that i really wanted to do. Your words inspired me a lot and yes, I felt like giving up but I will continue to do my best. Thank you Harris.

[@brokenpatriotvideos]

Just Keep Moving Forward.

[@LucaDePazzi]

Part of the success due to the lovely haircuts! You’re a true inspiration Harris =) Thanks for the your videos

[@andrewpellegrini]

The quality of you're videos has gotten so good I'm honestly furious about the amount of dust that is visible on your monitor throughout this video.

[@SnapandBoomGaming]

You have always been an amazing support to all. When I met you with my son at PAX East years ago we had 40 subs on YT and 3 viewers in stream. After taking some time off to grow and settling in we have moved up to almost 5K subs on YT and looking into getting back to streaming now that my son is older. You are always someone I admired and wish you and your family the best!!!! Thank you for all you do!

[@commongroundvr]

❤dope story broski ,o needed that. Thank you .

[@KameTrick]

This was a great and heartfelt video, I enjoyed your delivery, style and story for this one. As a fellow video maker I find tutorials and "knowledge transfer" videos so comfortable to make, but vids that lean into storytelling, life lessons, or motivational / uplifting content feels harder to do, even though it's not that different on paper. I'm sure is a sign that I'm still leveling up in that area. You ever feel that way? Also a gentle critique: the ad integration at 0:57 came so out the blue that I thought the transition was still part of the video's storyline--to a clip from a life-changing video. Maybe it was just the timing, as it seemed like you were setting up to cut to a related vid from the past, but it took me out of flow for the video as I began to question what happened to the narrative and slowly realized what was going on. I've been following you since 2018, probably since that "why you can't grow on Twitch" video--learned a lot and also inspired by your consistent effort and success. Wishing you all the best in the future, too, I always recommend streambeats to my buddies getting into content creation!

[@TechNicolas]

Harris - I got to you when I started streaming, your great advice helped a lot, your streambeats went thorugh my streams, I used a track for my intro.... it is so great to hear your story and inspired and pushed me again.. At the moment I just focus on youtube, but thanks for the inspiration today! Crossing fingers, that one of my vids will be kissed by the algorithm soon and can go fulltime into this Best regards from germany - Cheers Nic

[@luffydragan]

Amazing video and also very motivational

[@Wintorez45]

Needed that! Thx ❤

[@MeanMachineRadio]

Thanks Harris for that honest and sincere video. It's not "fake it till you make it" stuff..it's actual work and summoning up what is inside. Bravo!

[@HeppiSims]

one of the things im most grateful for is not giving up when I started out. the weeks that I was at 10 viewers, pushing for 15. But now at 100 viewers, full time, but only juuuust big enough to keep going every month its really hard to have the renewed energy 3 years later to just believe that the next thing I try might make that 'I can do 6 more months' into 'this will comfortable pay above my bills for as long as I want'

[@mortonpower]

That’s always been my favorite cover of that song and when I first found your channel I never knew that was you

[@Soraldor]

Thank you for this motivational video!

[@HuZero]

Hey man, I've been seeing your videos for about 3 years now. I'm thankful for everything that I've learned. I just wanted to say this. Thank you for being on KZbin

[@prosocialdistancer]

Thanks for the motivation

[@simpletechreview3632]

Thanks for the insight!!!!

[@AlexBooster]

Damn! Absolutely LOVE the story! Very inspiring. I reckon the third thing might have something to do with that. 😀

[@druidactual]

Amazing stories!

[@iLL_WiLL_]

I'm glad you mentioned your strength, which is a super huge one I might add. To have the ability to recognize a need or opportunity for something is an insanely valuable skill. It's not something many of us develop in our life times. So to those that do, please use and capitalize on it like Harris did here. The world becomes a much better and funner place when there's new ways of doing things more effectively.

[@seksi_batman]

thank you, you legend! very motivational !!!

[@ShakeMistake]

After going semi-viral twice in the past 10 years, I really needed to hear this. I didn't seize those opportunities! I've finally come to terms with it and I'm trying to stay humble so I don't get entitled if I see unusually large growth, or depressed if don't, and see it as an opportunity to learn!

[@FlatLanderTech]

Thahaha, "can you match that" XD nice one

[@JCsReviews]

Man this video was super inspiring

[@JerridFoiles]

A couple things to note (well, changes, actually): 1) KZbin is not the same platform it was in 2014. Nowdays the algorithm is more robust, Google has mined PETABYTES of data on its users. So it knows now who is watching what creator. So reaching an audience is now easier than it was a decade ago. 2) Vine is gone, but Tiktok and KZbin shorts is here. And I would argue they can/should be the replacement. In fact, I love finding old Vine montages on TikTok, and recently Thomas Sanders has been resurrecting some of his more popular schticks from Vine on TikTok. It's a wonderful time to be a content creator. And, I think thanks to you, some people have realized that streamers are also content creators rather than just "professional gamers."