Show notes
This episode is a special one, as I will be interviewing my daughter Krystal. She is not an educator; she is a college graduate with a communication degree. But what I wanted to bring to light today is how my daughter has built an online community in The Twitch Platform and how she takes a relational approach to build a community in the virtual space.Let’s dig in and learn more about Krystal’s relational approach so we can bring it to our classroom, whether it’s online or offline.[00:01 – 07:14] Opening SegmentLet’s welcome Krystal to the show. Why I asked Krystal to be on the show.Krystal talks about how she started live streaming and build her community on Twitch.Krystal gives a brief description of what the Twitch Platform is.Turning followers into a community.[07:15 – 18:04] Building Community in The Virtual Space Turning Followers into Discord Community Making people feel important and creating a safe place for people to shareWhen you make people feel important, seen, valued, and heard, you will keep them coming back.Treat people like you want to be treated.Making people feel welcomeThe disconnection in the virtual space.[18:05 – 27:44] The Challenges of building Engagement in Virtual Setting Social things to be considered in the virtual setting vs. in personThe extra effort in building relationships in a virtual spaceThe challenges of building engagement in virtual settings.[27:45 – 42:50] Creating An Impact through Live StreamingMaking an impact through virtual community settingsKrystal shares some of the testimonies she received from her followers about the impact she has been making through her platform.The average length of period that streamers spent on the platform.The entertainment piece in the streaming worldKrystal talks about the support she received from her community on the Twitch Platform.The mutual support between streamers and followers in the platform.The reciprocation from her followers.[42:51 – 59:19] Community builds Community Krystal shares her thoughts on the inclusivity and welcoming nature of her virtual community.The resistance of some people to engage in the virtual community (Lurking).Helps people that are struggling with mental health.Relationship-centered streaming.Putting relational approach into the streaming community.Krystal talks about the gifts that her followers sent to her on her birthday.The impact of allowing her community and audience into her personal life through the webcam.[59:20 – 01:12:29] Closing SegmentKrystal shares some of her final thought and takeaways about today’s discussion. Final thoughts and words of advice Tweetable Quotes:“It is my want and needs for every each one of you guys to feel seen, valued, and heard.” – Krystal“In building a community, you have to be communicative, willing to share about your life, and listen to what they want to say about it.” – Krystal.“There is a little extra effort that you have to take to build relationships in the virtual space.” – KrystalTo know more and connect with Krystal via Twitch, Instagram, and Twitter.Visit www.Rclfirst.com to join the Educator Circle Calls that happen three times a week! Join our Facebook Group for more stories and communication about our work. Want a FREE download of 25 GTKY questions? Visit www.rclfirst.com and sign up for our newsletter!