We'll cover the organizational side of your future live streams and what you should consider before getting into it!
Some streamers jump head-first into the cold water, while others prefer proper planning and organizing. The first might sound more exciting and adventurous, but it might bring a downfall with it. The second option, planning and proper organizing, it is!
What should you pay attention to, what items must be included in your streaming checklist, and what is something you should consider in the future? Discover the juicy answers to ensure your Twitch stream checklist is comprehensive and flawless!
Offline Preps Before Going Live
Wait to think about how many viewers you'll have. Think about the content creator you want to be! Sit down, take a notebook, pencil, or tablet, and start brainstorming. It would be best to start with the basics - yes, we refer to administrative organizing.
Your Streaming Schedule
Sit down and check how much time you have a week. What are your routine tasks across the week, when do you have to work, and what time would be available for you to stream? These would be the most important questions to cover.
Develop and draft a consistent streaming schedule. It is highly recommended to have regular streaming times and a fixed schedule—this way, new viewers are attracted, and existing members are maintained.
Time Management For The Win!
It is not only about streaming on camera. It would be best to consider taking time before and after the stream. Effective time management has saved lots of live streamers from avoiding burnout.
You should find and have a balance between streaming and other commitments, i.e., planning your streaming content for the next month.
The One Who Has Content Planned
When you have your content prepared, it is much easier for you. Let's say some Juicy Poker tournaments are going on next month; then, you can incorporate those into your streaming plan. If no events occur, you can stream and talk about strategies and give more info on hand ranks, creating an overall educational atmosphere. It is possible to plan, which takes away a lot of pressure and unnecessary stress.
When your viewers give you feedback, let their voices be heard. Adapt their suggestions into your stream planner. They want to see you playing more sit-and-go's - go for it. It goes hand in hand with one of the later points. This will earn you their trust and the sympathy of your audience.
The Stream Is Yours!
Once the administrative part has been ticked off your list, like the how and when it is time to focus on your channel. The users should recognize your Twitch live stream. Here are important items you should add to your list:
Brand Building
You definitely should add "Building a unique and recognizable streaming identity" to the organizational list. It is vital to establish a brand as a streamer. The best thing is if you maintain the same layout, basically the whole brand, on all the platforms you are reachable at.
Think of a captivating stream title, create a banner for your stream channel, and add your streaming schedule. Remember to add a nice intro in the "about" category of the channel so new viewers know what to expect. Perhaps you want to think about background music that gives your channel a characteristic touch.
Viewer Interaction
You probably will have the chat enabled when you run a Twitch stream. This is an interactive and essential tool you should utilize. Engage with your viewers on the Twitch chat. Answer their questions and engage with their comments in your stream. This will build a strong community. Most importantly, consider their suggestions and their feedback about your work. When they see that you incorporate it, they will likely be to return and watch you win!
Promotion and Marketing
It is crystal clear that you have to work on gaining visibility across the platforms. Get a base of followers everywhere and start promoting your streams on social media. Announce when you are streaming, tease the next stream topic, and interact with your followers there.
If it works for you, you can initiate a collaboration with other streamers. This will gain visibility and connect you with others because of the mutual promotion.
Preparation and Setup
Of course, the technical part should be noted on the checklist for streaming! Get an excellent webcam, have noise-canceling headphones, and remember to get a working microphone. Then there are also plug-ins, fantastic internet speed, a high-tech computer processor to run the gaming and additional software, a graphics card for high-resolution gaming content, and so on and so on ... we are getting lost in detail.
We'll cover the technical aspects of the live-streaming checklist in an upcoming article. All you need to know for now is that you should organize equipment, a stable internet connection, and a comfortable and efficient streaming space. Give yourself ten to twenty minutes before each stream to prepare and collect yourself. This will support a stream as smoothly and juicy as the decks on Juicy Stakes Poker.
The Future Path
When you start streaming, you live in the here and now. Living for the day gives a free feeling; however, you should consider the near future. "What happens in 5 years?" might be too much in the future, so think about a year. Here are a few items to consider adding to your list before streaming.
Goal Setting
Streaming should be a thing that brings you joy and fun. However, we suggest it would still be good to set yourself some realistic goals for streaming. Start small and then increase the steps toward the set goal. This has two huge advantages for you:
You can easily track your progress. You will have difficulty checking how far you've come when you have nothing set. If you select a goal too big, you can review and adjust it if necessary.
Once you reach your goals, you can celebrate them with your audience! Show them what you have achieved so far. We are sure they will genuinely be happy with and for you!
Consistency And Commitment Are Key Tools
Hard work pays off, it is said. But you know what else? Consistency and Commitment! Sometimes, the number of viewers might be below your average. When this happens, it is essential to keep going. Stay consistent! It's the same as if you are doing workouts; although you may not be motivated, keep going - the result will blow you away positively!
Additionally, a consistent schedule is good to keep Twitch users tied to your channel. Consistent streamers have a higher average of watchers than a streamer that only lives streams here and there.
Monetization Strategies
Last but not least, the checklist would include thinking about monetization. That means how much you can earn from live streaming. Are you able to make a living out of it, or is it just a little extra money in your pockets? We think it is an aspect that should be considered at the very end of the planning, if not even paused, until reaching specific goals and numbers.
Initially, it should be about fun and joy; once a stable amount of viewers and followers has been established, you can level up your game and balance your passion with an income on your streaming journey!
Happy Streaming!
We hope these short tips will help you set up a good preparation list for your streaming plans.
If you are searching for an opportunity to grow with poker streams - you know where the juiciest streams are! Get in touch with us and start a collab with us! Great rewards await you.
