As a small business owner and Twitch streamer myself, I understand the desire to grow one‘s platform and audience. However, we must balance growth with ethics. I believe the healthiest approach is to focus on providing value for one‘s own viewers while building connections with other positive streamers.
Best Practices for Community Building
There are a few best practices I follow in my own streaming community:
- Obtain consent for raids or shares. Never assume another streamer wants your audience – ask first. Unwanted traffic can be disruptive.
- Match tones thoughtfully. Consider whether your community‘s vibe will integrate well before promoting another stream.
- Time raids strategically. Raiding during a lull helps new viewers acclimate. Sudden spikes can overwhelm small streamers.
- Set expectations for politeness. Remind your community to respect the streamer‘s rules and chat culture when visiting a new channel.
- Support others generously. Sharing small, talented streamers helps them grow. And they may be happy to reciprocate down the line.
Organic Growth Takes Time
It‘s tempting to want one‘s platform to explode overnight. However, the healthiest communities experience organic growth over years by consistently offering value to their core viewers.
By being selective and respectful in how you interact with others, you can form fruitful partnerships with likeminded, positive streamers. With engaging content and outreach, your community will grow sustainably in due time. Patience and perseverance are key.
