1. Make sure your mic isn’t horrible.

The reason people are watching live streams is to listen to the commentary, not the game. So be sure not to appear like you're sitting in the middle of a wind tunnel, next to a construction site. The microphone you use doesn't have to be flawless; just ensure it doesn't have lots of static and your voice is crisp and clear. Make sure to use earbuds or a headset to ensure no feedback from the speakers.

2. Have a good internet connection.

Your internet doesn't need to be super-fast, but it should be reliable. Check to see if your internet is speedy enough to allow you to stream your video in the resolution of 720p or higher. Good connection will help you ensure your viewers are not getting delayed stream. You can even ask your friends to check the stream. If you don't know How to Add Friends on Twitch, visit twitchtips.com

3. Get a webcam.

The purpose of live streaming is for the streamer to engage with their viewers. Your viewers want to know who you are. Therefore, webcam-equipped streamers tend to outperform those that do not. Like your microphone and internet connection, your webcam needs to be of good quality. You must ensure that it can record at 720p or better, and the footage it records appears professional.

4. Make a HUD.

After we have the hardware in place, we can move to the software aspect of streaming. I'm using OBS for all this; however, there are alternatives such as xSplit. Make sure your stream appears professional and stands out from the crowd. Set a border around the area where your camera is located and ensure that you get a pop-up message when someone follows or makes a donation. This will inspire others to follow suit.

5. Stream something that people watch but don’t stream.

If you're looking to broadcast Starcraft, Minecraft, League of Legends, or Hearthstone, you should give up on these games. It is important to broadcast something many viewers watch but not many gamers stream. Visit the games list on Twitch; you can skip those first 10-15 games listed on the list. When you've got you're down the list in a few ways, begin looking at games that you like, Click on them, and check out how many people are streaming. If at least 30 players are streaming the game, try something different. The purpose of this is to make sure that you are on the first page of the game. You want people to notice your stream. If you're on the top page, you're a lot more likely to attract viewers rather than getting lost in thousands of other streams of the identical game.

6. Get a chat bot.

Use the view bot with caution, as you could be blocked. If you've watched several streams, you might have seen someone identified as Nightbot or Moobot in streams. These are chatbots. They monitor the chat to ensure there aren't any links posted or any other content which could be harmful. It is not advisable to have bots entering your chatroom, only to send a malicious link to someone who is a viewer clicks it, then acquiring the virus. It's better safe rather than regretting.