I dont really feel pressured, no. If I have an idea, I just execute it. Usually people enjoy them, but sometimes it can fall a little flat, but I dont think Ive had a bad gimmick, just a mediocre at worst.
As for the second bit, its no different than a player. I ahelp, and stew a little in my salt if its sufficient to fill a tub with, heheee.
But yeah, we're just players too, trying to have a good time. Good happens to us and bad happens to us just like everyone else.