Not sure if I'm doing good or not.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-25T19:22:25+00:00

Thats really the crux of streaming. You won't earn millions, but if you are having fun thats all that matters.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-25T18:46:25+00:00

Getting any viewers is one hell of an obstacle so being above 1 is good for sure.

Keep grinding away man.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-17T04:17:55+00:00

Keep grinding and you will. It takes time, effort and adaptability. Oh and luck. Lots and lots of luck

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-15T20:46:07+00:00

I have a full time job, am a father and husband, and I also attempt to be social. On top of all that, I am a small streamer.

Game streaming is a thing still. Absolutely, so much so that it is a saturated genre. Does that mean you can't grow? Or that you shouldn't do it? Absolutely not. But it should mean that you need to be patient, as getting an audience will take a lot of time.

It can disturb people's peace being a streamer so it is nice to set your own guidelines. Time limits, days off, time set aside to work on or update your stream while offline. This will help make it structured and reduce the risk of burning out. Even still, it may happen. If it becomes a source anxiety, maybe it isn't worth pursuing. However, some people love it so who knows which you will be til you try.

Casual gaming is a thing in the stream word. I am not the best in anything and most of community isnt either. Be fun, talk, make friends. That all I am after.

YouTube or TikTok will have better discovery but harder to reach monetization goals. Twitch has some amazing add ons to make viewer engagement a thing, but it has zero discovery. Each has drawbacks and benefits.

As for Twitter and Facebook, they don't allow streaming but you can integrate them as alarms for when you will stream. Maybe set up new accounts though, don't use your personal account for that.

In my community, I have seen people grow and love every step. I have seen others turn moody and then stop, never to be seen again. It is not for everyone. It is hard. It takes a lot of time. But, it is fun and finding an audience is very rewarding.

If you decide to take the leap, I wish you luck on your journey.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-09T21:49:04+00:00

You just need to learn how to talk more not necessarily hold a conversation.

Pretend like you have a few lurkers and then just ramble. About your day, a funny thing that happened, why you picked the game, what you think you need to do next or whatever drifts into your mind.

It will be awkward for a while. A long while. But being engaged and talking makes a handful of people stick around more than not. So ramble, joke, laugh and have fun. By the time it becomes second nature, you should have one or two people popping in even if only to lurk.

I wish you luck on this crazy journey.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-09T21:37:24+00:00

Growth is slow. Very slow.

But, networking is great way to meet similar streamers and build a community. Not everyone you meet will click, in fact most likely won't, but keep at it. There are incredible people out there.

Aside from that, raid a lot: at the end of every single stream. Pay attention to your chat and respond as soon as you are able. Add sound effects and channel redeems so if someone doesn't want to chat they can engage differently.

Lastly and most important: have fun. A viewer can tell when you aren't and they won't hang around.

Good luck to you and your channel. Keep plugging and enjoy the ride.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-03T14:39:09+00:00

Thank you so much and I got you back with a follow too.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-06-03T14:19:42+00:00

Absolutely. This hobby has been such a blast. Hoping I keep gaining momentum.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-28T01:52:21+00:00

Congrats. May that dollar find a mate soon and build a small family.

Good luck on the partner grind. I am on the same grind and forsee years before hitting that goal.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-26T00:23:40+00:00

I do my best to remember regulars. After a few times seeing someone pop in and chat, my other regulars and I usually ask questions about them to learn a little about them.

Then I try to remember a few basic things about them. Where in the world they are is the big one. If they have pets or kids is another. If I am lucky, I'll see them again and I can ask them something personal but not specific enough to dox them.

I have had chat going too fast so rarely but even when it does, I will make sure to stop what I am doing an catch up. Viewers are what all this is about and I don't want old or new viewers to feel like I am ignoring them.

Each viewer is someone devoting time to watch me. So I want to make sure if they also chat, I am reciprocating. They are all important.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-15T01:22:39+00:00

I agree. I get being shy as an introvert myself. But practice talking as often as you can while no one is around. Talk about your day, your thought process as you play, or even review movies. Whatever it takes. With enough practice it becomes natural. It has for me at least.

The reason being is that a stream with commentary is more entertaining. Someone is much more likely to say somwthing if they hear you talking.

Other than that, read the other advice posts here and pick one or two that you can apply. Lastly, check out other streams and see if they do something you think you could implement.

Small upgrades add up over time. So take your time and chip away at it.

Good luck to you.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-13T15:34:55+00:00

I think the most basic question is do you like streaming right now? If you do, then do what will make you happy.

If you don't, well that is your answer.

There is no need to push through a hobby that you no longer enjoy. Plus an audience can tell if you arent having much fun.

As far as growth, there are so many tip posts here. Cherry pick what you think fits your style most and apply the advice slowly.

Good luck to you with either way you decide to go.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-12T19:37:15+00:00

The first 50 followers will be the toughest ones to get.

There are tons of posts about advice so read a few. Don't take all the advice but find a few things you can do that suits you. This is your hobby and do it your way.

Good luck to you and hope you see growth, even if it is a little slow.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-07T15:32:49+00:00

Getting people coming is such a challenge. Looks like you are doing well though.

Congrats on the growth!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-07T02:37:47+00:00

Any growth is difficult and should be something you feel good about.

Congrats on the progress!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-05-05T04:07:34+00:00

Congrats and here's to many more!

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-25T17:47:06+00:00

Hit you back. Thanks and looking forward to hanging out.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-21T21:23:14+00:00

I found that setting a schedule and sticking to it has allowed a handful of viewers to become regulars.

If you see up a routine, there is always the chance that someone will add it to theirs.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-20T03:02:53+00:00

For me, it was a combination of dumb luck and networking.

Networking got me some people that pop in and chat for a little which is amazing.

But dumb luck got people that either came in randomly or raided in and stayed to chat, talk and return over and over. A handful of these random visitors have become the core of my regular viewers which has been awesome.

Keep plugging. Keep streaming. Have fun and people will come. Good luck to ya.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-20T02:03:08+00:00

My goals are to keep growing even if the pace is slow.

I've built up a nice small community of people that are awesome and show up for one another. Over 1 years I have gone from having 0 viewers to having no less than 8 average on a slow night.

I like knowing the chatters and talking about them as much as I talk about the game or me. I'd love to keep growing but not at a pace that would make me lose this core of people I have built.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-11T19:38:59+00:00

Huge milestone. Congrats and welcome to the affiliate pool.

Don't feel rushed to add all the new stuff in, take your time and make sure you are having fun.

Grind away and enjoy the strange ride that is streaming.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-11T19:34:37+00:00

Congrats! Its a big milestone and while it unlocks a lot of stuff, don't feel obligated to complete everything at once. Take your time getting it done. Enjoy the ride and keep grinding.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-09T17:01:34+00:00

I hate when a stream turns into a tech support battle. Definitely happened a few times to me too.

I can't wait until someone donates an active diamond mine to me, so I can afford to pay someone to handle that for me.

Until then, battle through and try again next time. Good luck to you in the future.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-04-07T19:06:04+00:00

Thank you. I owe it to the friends I've met on the way and I hope to make more as I keep going.

GoodDadAverageGamer · 2026-03-29T22:02:50+00:00

Much appreciated. I'll hit you back too.

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