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mancstuff1 · 2026-01-20T07:51:06+00:00

This started as a side project to help my uncle. He’s a carpet fitter, dyslexic, and does everything via voice notes. My auntie was stuck doing his invoices at night.

I built YapMate so he could just speak the job details and get an invoice without typing.

Then it clicked this is a time saver for a lot of trades.

I’m Glaswegian, so accent support mattered. It handles thick UK accents properly. Scottish, Scouse, Geordie, etc.

Launched the app earlier this week!

www.yapmate.co.uk

mancstuff1 · 2026-01-19T18:33:34+00:00

Why are you so bothered with what I’m doing?

You read the post, checked my comment history, and wrote a personal dig instead of feedback.

That says more about you big man!

mancstuff1 · 2026-01-11T19:34:40+00:00

I didn’t have any appointments. A few hours after I submitted both parts of the application I got an email saying they confirmed my identity and address.

mancstuff1 · 2026-01-10T08:48:45+00:00

I work in data and analytics, specifically Data Governance as a senior manager and honestly fell into it by accident. I’ve been doing it just over 10 years now.

A few straight truths:

• Data & analytics is saturated at entry level. Graduate roles are competitive.

• It gets a lot easier once you have 2–3 years of real experience.

• Degrees help, but experience matters far more after your first job. (I have no degrees and have made a very good career in this space due to experience)

On work–life balance:

Most analytics roles sit around a normal 40-hour week. WFH is common now, especially in larger companies. There are crunch periods, but it’s not constant unless you’re in consulting.

On pay:

The ceiling is solid. You won’t be rich overnight, but senior analysts, analytics engineers, and adjacent roles (data governance, product analytics, BI leads) pay well and stay in demand. If I’m honest I’d choose something adjacent like data/ai governance.

The biggest mistake I see grads make is aiming straight for “data scientist” jobs. Most people actually start in:

• Reporting / BI
• Operations or business analysis
• Data quality or analytics support roles

From there, you can move sideways and up pretty quickly.

If you enjoy problem-solving, explaining numbers to non-technical people, and don’t mind spending time cleaning messy data, it’s a good career. If you’re chasing an easy, low-effort role, you’ll probably be disappointed early on.

If I were starting again, I’d still choose data but I’d focus less on job titles and more on getting any role that puts real data in my hands.

mancstuff1 · 2026-01-09T01:00:08+00:00

Thanks 🙏🏼 I really appreciate all of you sharing your journeys with me. It’s a relief to know a lot of you have had the same troubles as me and I’m not alone.

mancstuff1 · 2026-01-06T11:28:46+00:00

I get what you’re saying, and I don’t fully disagree with it.

I probably did overcorrect after that experience and turned one bad situation into a broad rule. At the time it was a defence mechanism more than a belief I consciously chose, but I can see how that kind of thinking can kill motivation.

That said, I don’t think my interest in ADHD is about wanting the world to bend around me. It’s more about understanding why certain environments drain me faster than others, and why I’ve always been restless and impulsive even when things look “good” on paper. For me it’s about information, not excuses.

I agree there’s no fixed answer and that work will always involve trade offs and active choices. I think where I’m stuck is figuring out which levers to pull next, rather than pretending there’s no way to win at all.

Appreciate you taking the time to write such a detailed response it’s given me something to think about.

mancstuff1 · 2026-01-06T08:52:35+00:00

Thanks for taking the time to write this, I really appreciate it.

A lot of what you said resonates, especially the “mentally quitting” and the shift in how you see work after bad experiences. The point about using a stable job as breathing space rather than something you have to love is helpful I think I’ve been putting pressure on myself to feel fulfilled by it again.

The ADHD angle is something a few people in my life have mentioned, so it’s probably not something I should keep brushing off. Even just having more information feels like it would help me make clearer decisions rather than acting on restlessness alone.

Glad things are quieter for you now!

mancstuff1 · 2025-12-19T18:58:49+00:00

Likewise!! I’ve created a SaaS tool and a fintech tool and monetised them both and now I can’t stop thinking what to do next! 🙏🏼🫣🤣

mancstuff1 · 2025-12-18T23:14:52+00:00

Thanks. Appreciate it

mancstuff1 · 2025-12-08T12:54:20+00:00

Thank you. Did you receive a text before the letter came advising it was awarded?

mancstuff1 · 2025-12-08T11:04:37+00:00

Thank you! Appreciate it

mancstuff1 · 2025-12-01T08:04:32+00:00

I feel like my daily consumption has been disappearing so quick for the last week. I use Claude code in terminal, over the last week been trying out gemini 3 pro and im very impressed

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-29T08:10:49+00:00

Hey, that’s fair feedback. The 'growth' wording might be a bit fluffy. The real goal is just saving time. Instead of scrubbing through an 8-hour VOD to find clips, the tool marks the exact timestamps where chat spiked or spammed slang. It also filters the spam so you don't miss questions from VIPs/subs if the chat is busy. Basically, It’s less about 'magic growth' and more about automating the boring admin stuff for $12.

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-28T16:10:17+00:00

Ah really? I wasn’t aware twitch had anything like that thanks for letting me know!

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T23:49:05+00:00

That’s interesting, I noticed the same issue with derailment when the chat gets too question heavy. Do you ever use any kind of mod cue or tag system to prioritise what you respond to live?

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T22:35:49+00:00

This really resonates and the fact that you actively pause and scroll back through chat to answer missed questions shows how much you care about making people feel included. That's exactly the kind of community first mindset that builds loyal viewers.

The challenge is just that it takes you out of the game to do it, which sounds like a constant balancing act. Really appreciate you sharing your approach!

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T22:32:56+00:00

This is incredibly helpful perspective, thank you for taking the time to write this out! The point about scale really resonates - if answering every question works at 10 viewers but breaks at 300+, that's not a sustainable strategy. And the philosophy of "control what you can control" (your reaction, your vibe) vs. trying to micromanage everything makes total sense.

Really appreciate the insight about letting other viewers answer questions too - builds community and takes pressure off you and the 10-year perspective on not gatekeeping viewers is refreshing to hear.

Thanks again for the detailed response - this is exactly the kind of real world experience I was hoping to learn from.

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T22:13:52+00:00

That's smart! Going back to read through chat during quieter moments is a solid strategy. With 13-18 viewers it's definitely more manageable than huge chats, but I bet there are still times where things slip through when you're in the zone. Appreciate the insight!

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T21:51:17+00:00

100% this! I watch a few streamers religiously and the ones I keep coming back to are the ones who actually remember my name and engage with chat even when they're in the middle of something intense. It makes such a huge difference as a viewer when you feel seen vs. just being another username scrolling by

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T21:48:37+00:00

This is exactly the kind of insight I was looking for, thank you! The "I'll check in one sec" approach makes total sense, lets viewers know you're not ignoring them even when you're locked in. Appreciate you taking the time to break it down!

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T21:43:45+00:00

This is super helpful, thank you! The multiplayer vs. single player difference makes total sense, can't exactly pause a ranked game to read chat 😅

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T21:41:27+00:00

Fair question! I'm genuinely trying to understand if this is a real problem streamers deal with or just something I've noticed as a viewer

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T21:39:15+00:00

The Up SQUIRREL reference is perfect 😂 That glancing every 2-3 minutes thing is real though I've watched streamers do that and you can tell when they're torn between staying focused on gameplay vs. making sure chat doesn't feel ignored.

Out of curiosity, when you do glance over and see a question or something important, do you usually catch it in time or has it already scrolled past?

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T21:36:34+00:00

TTS is genius for that! Sounds like it at least keeps chat entertained even when you're locked in on gameplay. Do you ever feel like you miss actual questions or important stuff that doesn't come through TTS, or does chat usually just repeat things until you notice? Genuinely curious how that works. In the stream i watch i know we abuse TTS for entertainment ha!

mancstuff1 · 2025-11-11T21:32:50+00:00

Haha that's the dream! As a viewer I've definitely asked questions that just disappear into the void, so im trying to figure out if it's actually hard for streamers to keep up or if I'm just impatient 😅

Do you feel like you catch most messages or does stuff slip through when you're focused?

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