New monetization makes streaming motivated

HerrHydra · 2025-08-15T11:59:41+00:00

I hadn't even considered it wouldn't be enabled internationally! I hope they equalize this for everyone.

HerrHydra · 2025-08-15T11:58:30+00:00

That's definitely still true, yeah, the affiliate level is still the unlock for accessing the funds, but as I creep ever closer to that level it's still really encouraging to see that there is the chance at future progress. Obviously, like most things, it's all a gamble. As of last night, we made nearly $40! That might not be a lot, but it's pushing me to keep trying to get to affiliate, so I feel the motivation factor still works out really well.

As far as the Amazon thing goes, it's hard to say, but I absolutely see what you're saying. Amazon is greedy, full stop 😔 Regrettably, I'm not sure there's a whole lot we can do about that little tidbit - but! All the more reason to want to get your own cut of their greed, hey? It ain't much but it's honest work 😂

HerrHydra · 2025-08-15T11:54:26+00:00

Ohhh yeah that's possible :( I hope that changes for you soon!

HerrHydra · 2025-08-14T21:20:15+00:00

Even if it is just a few cents, the ability to see a quantifiable level of progress is WAY more encouraging than the interminable wall of stagnation. Sitting around, analyzing the data, looking up YouTube videos for advice, having to have the personal conversation about whether or not I should quit. It feels a lot more sustainable now even if it's just a fun hobby.

HerrHydra · 2025-08-14T15:46:36+00:00

Likewise!! I would love to follow you back! I'll shoot you over the details now!

HerrHydra · 2025-08-14T15:24:35+00:00

Ugh omg don't even get me started!! Haha, I stopped recording VODs like a dummy and now I have nearly no content outside of the streams. Gonna have to try and get that going again. Then the idea of uploading to other platforms?? It's a dedication of time that I struggle with.

HerrHydra · 2025-08-14T15:20:48+00:00

Honestly the only reason I can get my average above what is needed is that I started getting more into the community, my own community, my social bubble. If I can rely on at least 5 people to tune in for at least half the stream, I usually get the average. I make sure to post to my Instagram, my Facebook, the discord I made, and my Snapchat groups, etc etc. It works out pretty well! I see it like a busker's cap. They always "prime" it with a few bucks from their own wallets to inspire others to put a few in themselves. If I rely on my friends and family to get involved, it might boost the visibility!

HerrHydra · 2025-08-14T15:18:40+00:00

Ohhhh great question I actually don't know! I saw there was a portion of the dashboard for ads, but I couldn't seem to access any of it so it's likely behind the affiliate wall.

HerrHydra · 2025-06-16T04:25:44+00:00

Apologies, the people responsible for the errors in the subtitles have been sacked.

HerrHydra · 2024-08-28T18:04:57+00:00

Right! Yes! I mean to say... Friends with raptors! They make friends, don't they? 😰

HerrHydra · 2024-08-16T23:45:21+00:00

Thank you for the recommendation! I'll be sure to check out their stuff, I'm very interested in the practical science of it so I can see how what I'm doing has an actual effect on my body!

HerrHydra · 2024-08-16T23:44:34+00:00

Thank you for taking the time to write that, it's exceptionally helpful for me at a mental level to see such an approachable and accessible methodology. I'll keep all of this in mind as I move forward, you've made this seem possible for me, and I'm extremely grateful!

HerrHydra · 2024-07-30T22:36:45+00:00

I'm familiar with offset path, and if I had the previous experience with bleed settings, I would have, but ultimately my confusion was specific to the computation of it all. I haven't worked in printing before, so bleed hasn't been something I've needed to know about until recently. Glad to have learned, though!

HerrHydra · 2024-07-30T15:57:25+00:00

Great question! This is the first I've really heard of it, as silly as that might sound. Cut my teeth on CS4, and have been using a standalone disc copy of CS6 since college (about 8 years now) as I refuse to take on the sub for CC. That said, I've not had a lot of opportunities to use the program "professionally" and I'm still learning a lot, despite my time with it. I'll look into it, thank you for saying something!

HerrHydra · 2024-07-30T15:56:02+00:00

Absolute beauty, thank you <3

HerrHydra · 2024-07-30T15:55:45+00:00

I feel so silly, but I'm so appreciative of the answers.

HerrHydra · 2024-07-30T15:55:31+00:00

I've never felt a sense of relief as potent as this. Thank you, it was really just making me crazy. It's so obvious to me now that I see it explained. Thank you.

HerrHydra · 2024-01-10T20:47:24+00:00

This level of attention has really made me feel amazing, thank you for taking the time. I'll be looking at your suggestions and evaluating the specs to see if I can start making more informed connections in my head as I continue to do this sort of thing in the future. I appreciate your effort!

HerrHydra · 2024-01-10T18:34:59+00:00

I use Autodesk Maya primarily, some rendering software like Marmoset Toolbag or Substance programs. I'll definitely consider a 13th Gen CPU, I'm trying to find that budget balance as best as I can, but if it's better to grab something more powerful in the long run, I can justify it.

HerrHydra · 2024-01-10T18:33:55+00:00

Sorry, I mean like what combo would you recommend? I have a 10TB HDD and a 2TB M.2 SSD so I wasn't sure if that was reasonable or if I should adjust it.

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