Livestreaming tips to build community and boost retention 📱

James and Mel hang out live on a chill Thursday and talk real creator stuff: getting back on camera, the “trifecta” (shorts, long form, and live), when to run ads, vertical vs. landscape streams, Ecamm vs. StreamYard, Substack, and simple lighting tips. It’s fun, honest, and all about community. As Mel says, be scrappy, just don’t be crappy. What we cover: - Easing back into livestreaming and fixing broken gear - The trifecta strategy: shorts, long form videos, and live shows - Ads on live streams: why many turn them off during and on after - Vertical vs. landscape: comments, UX, and viewer feel - Ecamm vs. StreamYard: layouts, templates, and omni-comments - Multi-destination ideas (public vs. unlisted, members-only, RTMP) - Facebook personal vs. professional mode changes - Substack 101: newsletters, going live, notes, tiers, and auto clips - Building community and culture - Simple camera and lighting wins (hot spots, hair lights, grids) - Focus, boundaries, and keeping it simple while you grow Enjoy the convo? Like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts below. Tell us where you watch most: vertical or landscape. #Livestreaming #ContentCreation #YouTubeTips #CreatorTips #Ecamm #StreamYard #Substack #ShortForm #LongForm #Community