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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | This is the last video of 2024 - so we thought we would end on a Q&A episode - anything from business, social media, and a bit into my personal life 😉 See you next year!

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Y’all know I spend a lot of time talking about the benefits of starting a YouTube channel, how to do it, and why I personally love YouTube so much... but the truth is, it’s not for everyone! Her are 5 questions to ask yourself before starting a YouTube Channel!

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | There is so much advice online about how to grow on social media - it can honestly be overwhelming if you’re trying to formulate a plan for becoming a full-time creator starting from zero. You don’t know what content you should be posting, where you should be posting it, or how you’re even going to make money off of doing this.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | I have chatted with a lot of you and I would say one of the biggest roadblocks I hear about is feeling embarrassed of making that transition to a content creator in the know those people you personally know might be judging you. But there comes a time where you just have to own it, and embrace the discomfort. Imagine if I let this stop me all those years ago, I would never be here telling you about my success and how being a full-time content creator is possible. So let’s chat about how you can get over your fears and finally stop caring about what others think about your journey.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Today, we're diving into a topic that's been on my mind for a while now: My content creator hot takes. Yes, we're going to discuss some strategies and trends that are a bit controversial in the creator world. So, buckle up, this is going to be a fun one!

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Brand partnership revenue was my largest revenue stream in 2023, coming in at $217,000 - but this took years to build! And the two hardest parts are: getting brand deal offers, and knowing what to charge. In my episode about my income streams, I talked a lot about how to start getting brand deals when you’re starting out. So, today I want to focus on what you should be charging. So, let’s take some time to go over how to determine your initial rate for brands, and how to increase it over time.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Trying to decide between a personal brand and creating a brand persona can be super overwhelming. Would you rather have an online presence as yourself - using your name and your face as the forefront of your brand - or - would you prefer to develop a brand that doesn’t rely on you personally being on camera, or having your name be your brand? So today I want to break it all down for you, so you make the choice that is best for you.

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If you are creating content with the goal of monetizing, then your content creation is a business. However, how you monetize or turn your content into a business is up to you - and there are two terms we hear floating around a lot to describe those ways of creating content as a means to make money - and that’s Influencer or Content Creator. While some people see these terms as synonyms (and truly there is not actual dictionary definition) but the way I see it - they describe two distinct ways of approaching a content business online. So today I want to break them both down for you - and help you figure out which approach will work better for you and your goals.

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If you want the tea on the legal side of content creation, this episode is for you! Today, I am interviewing Magi Fisher from The Artist’s Lawyer - and asking your burning legal questions. We chat about all things contracts, brand partnerships, trademarks, LLCs, copyright, and more.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | There’s a certain amount of financial instability that comes with the territory of being a content creator. One moment, you’re feeling super grateful because you can’t believe a brand is willing to pay you to mention them in your YouTube video - the next, you’re stressing out because you have no idea how much you’re going to make money next month.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Listen, you can change your niche without leaving your audience confused and overwhelmed. Trust me, I know from experience that it can be a struggle if you want to switch things up later on in your journey - but I have experimented and have some strategies to share with you today!

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | In 2023 I discovered a tried and true Reels strategy that helped me go from 35K followers to now 144K followers. This strategy starts with finding the balance between original Reels content and trendy Reels content. But it goes deeper than that - though this is the start of a viral Reel strategy, there are many ways you can leverage this strategy… which is what we are going to talk about today!

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | One of the most challenging parts of being a content creator is feeling stuck and not knowing what to post, and there’s one way that you can prevent this from happening and that is planning content in advance. Specifically, I am a fan of planning a month of content at a time - I find that’s the right balance of keeping your ideas fresh and relevant, while also maximizing on your ability to batch your tasks, which overall means spending less time on content creation.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | I'm going to start this episode by saying, you do not need to be on every platform. Not only would that be super overwhelming, especially if you were just starting out, but also, not every platform is going to be the best place for you to reach your audience.

There are a lot of different platforms out there, but I feel like the main ones that are used nowadays are YouTube, podcasts, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. So, in this episode, we are going to break all of these down and really chat about how to choose the best one for you and your brand.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | I see many creators throwing out the advice, "Consistency is key," but then they don't really provide much guidance on how to actually be consistent on social media. So, I want to walk you through my secrets to being consistent on social media and how that works in my weekly workflow.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Your first 1000 YouTube subscribers are going to be the hardest to obtain, once you cross that threshold, I promise things will start to feel a little bit easier. Okay - let’s be real, YouTube never feels easier - but, each and every subscriber will be easier to get than your first 1000.

Why are these early stages so difficult for growth? It’s because YouTube doesn’t know anything about you or your content yet. In the beginning, it’s like making your very first impression with someone; you don’t know each other yet, your background, your personality, or your expertise - all of that stuff you still need to share, and prove. You’ve gotta built trust.

Once you built that “trust” with the algorithm, it will start to recommend your videos more and more, which will help to grow your audience.

So today’s podcast, I really want to share with you five steps that will help you reach your first 1000 subscribers the right way, building trust with the platform (and your viewers) in a way that will help you grow more in the long term.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | This is maybe cringey to say, but my proudest accomplishment is that I am a full-time content creator. This honestly was always my dream job. I was an awkward 12-year-old when I first started my YouTube channel, and of course, it’s grown and changed a lot over the years, but one thing never changed: I was determined to do whatever it takes to make this work for me.

Now, I know a lot of y’all are working towards being a full-time creator as well - but at the moment, you’re most likely a full-time something else. And unfortunately, it’s not viable for most people to up and leave their job to focus on making content full-time. And look, I would not advise that, actually. It’s probably not going to be the most responsible move. So instead, you need to find ways to balance being a full-time whatever AND creating content, and creating enough content, consistently enough, that you grow an audience that can support you as a full-time creator.

I’ll be honest; I’ve never actually worked a “corporate job,” as an adult - but I do know what it’s like to balance content creation with other work. I started really focusing on creating content when I was a full-time student - I was doing a more-than-full course load, working a part-time job, doing extracurriculars, and making multiple YouTube videos per week. (They weren’t necessarily good videos, but hey - I was trying)

When coming out of university, I worked as a freelancer doing videography for weddings and even real estate. No matter what I was doing, in my spare time, I was working on building my own content creation business. Eventually, I grew my freelance work into an agency, Creatorly Media - with a team that works with our clients. So even now - I’m a small business owner, and a content creator - and now, I’ve started another brand on the side (my van life vlog channel) in addition to my YouTube channel, podcast, and Instagram.

All of this is to say - while I’ve technically never balanced an “adult full-time job” with being a content creator - I’ve certainly had times in my life where I have a lot of different things going on, and I’ve learned ways to prioritize content creation in the midst of all that.

Over the years, while working on this, I developed a few strategies that I think will help you grow as a content creator while balancing a full-time job. So let’s get into it!

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Honestly, it was only really in 2023 that I "saw the light" when it comes to digital products. I really started experimenting with digital products in 2022 - before that, I really hadn’t ventured into the space. However, my digital product strategy wasn’t very - well, strategic. I sort of was just making products here and there and seeing what stuck. But over the last year, throughout 2023, I learned a lot about how if you just simplify your offering and make sure that it will be actually useful to your community, you will see a change in sales.

Today I am excited to share how I went from $0 in digital product income in 2021, to $80,000+ in the last two years in digital product sales, and how you can implement the same strategies to make digital products a part of your income streams as a creator.

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | I feel like any online creator, at some point, has thought to themselves, "Hmm... maybe I should start an email list."

Perhaps you're not sure where to start or if you are doing it in the best way possible. The reality is, there are so many different ways you can learn about email marketing, and today I want to share the method that I think has performed the best and explain how to go about it. So welcome to email marketing 101 for creators - let’s go!

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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | Do you know how people say that when you're not looking for love, that's when it will find you? That's pretty much what happened to my Instagram in 2023. I thought to myself, "If I can hit 50K followers by the end of the year, that would be great." Just for context, I started with around 35K followers at the beginning of 2023.

But once I stopped putting pressure on growing, that's when I saw the most growth. It all started with trying something a little different, and honestly, this one thing shifted my entire Instagram strategy.

So, today, I want to walk you through this strategy and how it helped me reach 100K followers before the end of the year.

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There are so many content creators out there talking about how to become one and providing a wealth of information on how to grow. It's awesome; I am one of those people, and I wish I would’ve had access to these types of creators when I was first starting out. But I didn’t, and I figured it out the hard way. The problem with having so many different pieces of advice out there is that you may find yourself doing things because somebody told you to, not because it feels right or is even working for you. So, in today’s episode, I want to chat about some mindset shifts that can truly turn your content creation journey into your own.

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Instead, I want to help you create a realistic, well-rounded strategy for your Instagram in 2024. No hacks. No gimmicks. These are real strategies that anybody can implement, and that’s what we’re diving into in this episode!

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Today, I want to chat with you about something that's been on my mind a lot lately – what I'd do if I were starting fresh as a content creator in 2024. With a decent audience on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and my podcast, I often find myself wondering about the best approach if I had to build everything from scratch.

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Authenticity is the cornerstone of successful engagement on Instagram. It's about being genuine, true to yourself, and showing up as your authentic self. When you embrace authenticity, you create a space where your audience feels comfortable and connected. They can relate to you and trust you, which ultimately leads to loyal followers. Get ready to generate authentic engagement on Instagram. Let's get started!

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Today, I want to take you through my comprehensive weekly routine for scheduling my week as a content creator. As someone who manages multiple platforms, brand deals, and future projects, I've honed my organization and time management skills to ensure maximum productivity. If you're struggling to find the right balance between creativity and effective scheduling, this post is for you. Let's dive into my detailed weekly planning process!

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You know, as creators, we often find ourselves staring at a blank screen, waiting for that magical moment of inspiration to strike. We hope that the perfect idea will come to us out of thin air, but more often than not, we're left feeling frustrated and stuck.

But here's the thing: waiting for good content ideas is like waiting for a unicorn to show up at your doorstep. It's a nice thought, but it's not a reliable strategy for success. So, in today's episode, we're going to explore a different approach, one that will help you overcome this common struggle and unlock a world of endless content possibilities.

Alright, let's jump right in and explore how you can stop waiting for good content ideas and start creating amazing content. Are you ready? Let's do this!

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Are you stuck in that pattern of waking up each morning refreshing your YouTube studio stats to see if magically one of your videos finally went viral and your subscriber count and watch time has skyrocketed overnight? Yeah, I have been there. Heck - I still religiously obsess over my YouTube stats (not saying that’s healthy, but it’s the reality). I have been on YouTube for a long time and because of that - I have learned a lot about what NOT to do on YouTube and what can truly help you grow. So, today I want to share with your why I think your YouTube channel might be hitting a wall (and how you can push that wall down to finally see some growth).

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Despite what you might have heard, there is no perfect formula for calculating your rates as a creator - there are so many factors involved that aren’t just the size of your audience. The niche you’re in, the size of the brands that you’re partnering with, the deliverables you’re offering - and many other factors will help determine what you can reasonably charge (aka what brands will agree to)

But these same struggles surpass just setting your brand deal rates - we know as creators how important it is to have multiple streams of income - so as you expand into selling digital products, maybe offering services, or even opening a membership, you need to figure out how to price those things as well.

I’ve definitely struggled with setting prices in the past, but through my journey as an entrepreneur (if you didn’t know, I’m the founder of a creative agency called Creatorly Media) learning to negotiate, learning to know my worth - I’ve settled on some processes for coming up with pricing that I wanna share with you today.

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Instagram stories provide a unique opportunity for content creators to connect with their audience on a personal level. However, if you're not getting enough views on your stories, you're missing out on a massive opportunity to grow your audience and increase engagement. But I got you, I am going to share a proven strategy that will help you captivate your audience, provide value, and make them come back for more. Let's dive in!

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How would you like to transform your content creation hobby into an actual business? Whether you're creating content on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, or all of the above, these steps will provide you with valuable insights and strategies to monetize your passion and turn it into a sustainable source of income.

So, grab a cup of coffee, get cozy, and let’s chat about turning your hobby into a business.

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The reality is, the vast majority of YouTube channels will never become financially successful. In fact, out of the 100 million YouTube creators, only 10 million channels have surpassed 1000 subscribers. That means that if you have 1000 subscribers, you're in the top 10% of all YouTube creators. The other 90 million never made it that far.

In my over ten years of creating content on this platform, I've found that there are really 5 main reasons why the majority of YouTube channels 'fail' or fail to grow into a consistent form of income for the creator. And guess what? It has nothing to do with having the right camera, using the 'best' editing software, or even knowing the latest changes to the algorithm.

So in today's episode, we're going to dive deep into these 5 things that might be holding you back from seeing success on YouTube. But before we get started, I have a special announcement for you. The Instagram Road Map, a comprehensive course designed to help you master Instagram growth, has relaunched! And as a thank you for being a loyal listener, you can use the discount code IRM25 to get 25% off until Friday, September 22nd.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your Instagram game and take advantage of the discount. Now, let's jump into today's episode and uncover the secrets to YouTube success!

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Since then, brand deals have become an increasingly significant part of my own income, and it’s seriously such a pleasure to get to partner with brands that I personally love and respect - and share them with my audience. So I want to teach you how you can do the same (because for many of us creators, it means finally getting paid to make the content that we probably would have made for free anyway!) But here’s the thing: I’m not just going to talk about how you can start pitching brands - that’s great and all, but the real business is getting brands to come to you. And if you want to the end of the video, I’m going to tell you how to do just that.

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Being a content creator requires a wide range of skills, from copywriting to video editing to social media and marketing strategy. However, the most important and universal skill that creators need is confidence. I really think of it as a skill, not something you're necessarily born with, but something you can develop over time. It can truly make the difference between a successful creator career and being too scared to start in the first place.

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When I first started my YouTube channel, all I ever dreamed of was reaching 100,000 subscribers and receiving that play button - and finally feeling confident and fulfilled. News flash: that didn’t happen. Because frankly? Subscribers don’t matter. You don’t need a lot of subscribers on YouTube to be successful - and in fact, my only goal on YouTube has completely shifted, and it’s changed the way I think about my YouTube growth strategy in general. In today’s episode, we will not only cover why subscribers don’t really matter (and why you shouldn’t bother asking for them) and what actually matters instead. Let’s get into it!

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If you want to level up your game and build a social media strategy that works for you (not against you), you have come to the right place! In this episode, I'm going to give you the steps on how to get started, even if you're starting from scratch. So grab a cup of coffee, get comfy, and let's dive in!

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As a content creator, analytics are a powerful tool that gives you insights into how viewers interact with your videos and your channel. Without keeping your analytics in mind, it will be hard to adjust your strategy and pivot when needed. In this episode, we'll go over which analytics you should be paying attention to, how to access them, and the benefits of using them. So, let's get analyzing!

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We’ve all heard the advice at this point - posting consistently is key to growing on YouTube. But how do you actually implement that advice? What I’ve learned is: you need to treat YouTube like a habit. Just like brushing your teeth, or going for your silly little walks for your silly little mental health - you build up habits over time and eventually, it becomes second nature. That’s the beauty of the 8 habits I’m going to talk about today - once you start doing them, and you practice doing them over and over again - eventually, it does get easier. And posting consistently on YouTube will start to feel more like a normal part of your life- and less like a gargantuan task that you feel the need to procrastinate.

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Looking back on my more-than-a-decade on YouTube, I've realized that one major mistake has held me back from seeing much more growth, engagement, and more business opportunities than I've already had. And don't get me wrong: I feel really grateful for how far I've come. I just know that I could've gotten here faster and with less struggle had I not made this mistake. And hopefully, I can keep you from making it as well.

So, in this episode, we are going to talk about what I did wrong with my YouTube channel, especially in the early days, that kept me from growing faster. And what I'm doing now to fix it. Let's get into it.

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On today's episode, we have a special guest, Molly Keyser, founder of Freedom Creator, a company that helps business owners add passive digital products to their businesses.

As a college dropout with .81 cents to her name and living at her grandma's house in Wisconsin, Molly started her first business, a photography business, by knocking on doors. Within a few years, she had grown that to a multiple 6-figure per year photo studio, and other photographers started asking her how she did it. She then built a following through blogging & started selling digital products to help other photographers. She grew that into a $2M per year online education business. Today Molly helps content creators profit from their content & help their audience on a deeper level by creating & selling their own digital products!

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Are you tired of hearing conflicting information on how to grow your account or what Instagram is really doing behind the scenes? So many social media gurus will deliberately exaggerate or dramatize information about Instagram in order to get clicks, so it can be difficult to discern between myths and the truth. That's why it's important to do your own research and fact-checking, or tune in to podcasts like this one where we aim to provide accurate information and separate fact from fiction, which is what we will be covering today - plus, we'll be discussing what you should actually be focusing on instead of all these myths. So sit back, relax, and let's get started.

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You’ve probably heard the hype about the new app from Meta that’s a Twitter replacement… Threads. Today I’m answering all your initial questions about the platform, and what you need to know about it as a content creator or small business owner.

Will Meta get sued? Here’s the article I mentioned from Variety.

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Building a personal brand is an excellent way to showcase your unique identity and stand out in a crowded digital world. While there are similarities between building a personal brand and a business brand, the former requires a more personal touch, and you are the center stage of the brand. The content you create on your online platforms should have a direct connection to you - your interests, your skills, and your opinions.

Today, I will dive deeper into the process of building a successful personal brand online and share some tips on how to make it work for you. Let's do this!

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Building a community is more than growing your audience and following on social media - it’s about creating something powerful, something your community wants to be a part of.

One massive mistake that so many creators are making is focusing all of their effort on gaining more followers, increasing their audience size, and seeing that number next to their name go up and up. But then, the people who are already following them - their existing audience - are basically ignored.

Listen - you don’t need more followers. If you want to be successful as a creator, and grow a sustainable creator business - you don’t need a big audience. What you need is a community and to understand what they want from you.

So, today we are going to talk about how you can actually put this into action - this is how to turn your audience, into a true community and how you can integrate that strong community into your plan for monetization as well. Let’s do this!

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Video podcasts are becoming increasingly popular as people look for new ways to consume content. Many podcasters are now considering adding a video component to their show, and one of the most common questions they ask is whether they should create a separate YouTube channel for their video podcasts or use their existing one. In this episode, we'll explore the pros and cons of each approach, and help you decide which one is right for you.

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When you think about how content creators make an income, one of the first things that you think about is brand partnerships.

Personally, this is one of my biggest income streams each month and so regardless if you are a beginner or a seasoned content creator, when you see a brand partnership request come through your inbox, you can’t help but be a little excited. But one of the biggest mistakes I see beginner content creators doing is letting that excitement cloud their judgment and responding to, or accepting any and all brand requests.

We have all been there, most seasoned creators will probably tell you they were scammed at least once or twice. But the longer you do this, the more you can spot, not only scams but also brands that are disrespecting the creator with their lowball request. Today I’m going to share with you how to tell the difference between a legitimate brand partnership request, and how to avoid being scammed by the rest. Let’s do this!

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How do you land constant brand partnerships on YouTube? How does securing brand partnerships work in general? How do you plan your time so that you’re productive and consistent without burning out? These are just some of the questions I will address in today’s special Q&A-style episode! Don’t miss it!

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As a content creator, you might find it challenging to stay productive and focused, especially when there is a constant demand for fresh and engaging content. Procrastination is a common problem that can negatively impact your work and your ability to meet deadlines. But, with some simple strategies and a bit of discipline, you can overcome procrastination and become a more consistent content creator. Whether you are doing this as a side hustle or full-time, in this episode, we will discuss some effective ways to avoid procrastination and stay on track.

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In the past few months I went from having just over 30,000 followers on Instagram to 76,000 - and listen: I’m not using all the typical tips and hacks you hear. I don’t edit my Reels in the Reels editor, I’m not using a ton of hashtags, or being super specific about the time that I post at. And my top-performing videos aren’t necessarily even following trends! You don’t need to use all of those popular tactics to grow with Reels, and in fact, I think sometimes creators get so caught up in all those little tricks that it holds them back - because they miss out on implementing the strategies that actually help you grow.

So in this episode, I’m going to tell you how I make Reels that help you grow - Reels that get 20K, 50K, and even 100K views and healthy engagement. Let’s do it!

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Instagram has over 1.32 billion active users worldwide… and because of that, it’s a great way for content creators or brands to grow and widen their audience. However, starting from zero can be a daunting task.

But, as the Chinese philosopher, Lao Tzu, once said…“A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.”

And that couldn’t be more true. Honestly, I imagine where I would be now if I wouldn’t have just started all those years ago. It’s been a really long journey and there were many times when I questioned if it was worth it, but now, seeing where it has all taken me, I know it was. In my opinion, the hurdle of those first 1000 followers can be the hardest. If you can get over that hump sometimes it’s all the inspiration and momentum you need to get that ball rolling.

So today, I want to really break it down and give you some actionable steps that you can take to get to those first 1000 followers. This is a no-BS approach, no gimmicks, no hacks, just literal steps that you should be taking if you want to take this whole “Instagram thing“ seriously. so, let’s do this.

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It's easy to fall victim to the fear of judgment from others. We tend to hold back from expressing ourselves or pursuing our passions for fear of being labeled as "weird" or "cringy". But let me tell you… you should never let the fear of social judgment hold you back from pursuing a career in content creation. I know that can be easier said than done, but I have learned from experience - it’s worth it. I have been on YouTube for over 10 years and the majority of my older videos can only be described as awkward and cringy, but if I hadn’t started then (despite how others might have felt about it), I would never be where I am now. But, feeling cringe never truly goes away - it’s more about embracing it and loving yourself, cringe and all. Today, I want to talk to you about why I love being cringy, and why you should too…and I will give you some tips on how to get there. Let’s do this!

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The content you’re making might not be helping you grow on Instagram, and I don’t want that for you…. Look, Instagram has been around for over 10 years now, so obviously some of the growth strategies that used to work back in the day are not gonna be applicable anymore. But even beyond that, in the past several months we’ve seen some changes to how Instagram recommends content to users, what the culture of Instagram is like - and more. So all of these changes should really be considered when it comes to creating your content. So let me get you up to date so that you can adjust your Instagram content strategy to be as effective as possible.

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It's great that you're interested in becoming an influencer, but the question is… how? Nowadays, it's not as easy as simply posting once in a while and gaining followers. However, don't worry, we've got you covered! In this episode, we'll give you some comprehensive tips on how to get started. From figuring out your content pillars to landing a dream brand partnership, we'll cover it all. Let’s do this!

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When starting out as a content creator, it's easy to feel like you need to be everything to everyone. You want to appeal to the widest possible audience and cover as many topics as possible. But I know from experience that this approach can actually hinder your growth as a creator (and lead you straight to burnout) By trying to be everything to everyone, you end up diluting your message and losing the interest of your audience… and it’s just exhausting!

Instead, it's important to find your niche and establish yourself as an authority in that area. This allows you to attract a dedicated following of people who are interested in what you have to say and what you have to offer.

But how do you find your niche without feeling like you're putting yourself in a box? That’s what we will be discussing in today’s episodes!

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When somebody thinks of a content creator or business owner, you have these assumptions of what that might look like based on what you’ve seen or heard on social media. But, it truly is different for everyone and today I really want to squash some of those “myths” of what a content creator or business owner pathway has to look like and share some of my unpopular opinions! Let’s get into it!

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So you're thinking of starting a podcast in 2023? Even though the podcast world has the reputation of being oversaturated, we’ve all seen the memes, the fact is, there is still a lot of space for high-quality, well-produced podcasts to shine through. And before you get discouraged - it doesn't take a ton of money or years of expertise to create a great podcast. More than anything, you just need interesting subject matter, and a passion for talking about it - and all the other technical details will sort themselves out.

On YouTube, I made the ultimate guide to starting a podcast, where I go over all the technical bits. I’ll have a lead in the show notes. But today, we're going to talk about growth and how to set the foundation for a successful podcast in 2023. And what exactly does a successful podcast mean?

As you may be familiar with, creators are able to make pretty significant incomes from podcasts. According to this awesome video from Shelby Church, podcasts with high listenership can be making tens of thousands of dollars per episode. Even podcasts with more modest listenership, like mine, can generate sustainable revenue. Not only can you monetize a podcast in the traditional sense of selling sponsorship slots, but you can also use a podcast to generate leads to your business - which is a big part of my personal podcast strategy. Even without considering the financial side, podcasts can be a great way to grow your audience, funnel them to your other platforms like Instagram or Youtube, and make new connections and learn new creative skills.

If you weren't already convinced to start your podcast journey this year, now you might be - so let's get into my 5 steps for starting a growing a successful podcast!

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I have been the repurposing queen for years now and I am always recommending this to other content creators, especially when they’re first starting out. Most of us have heard the phrase “don’t reinvent the wheel”. If not, the definition is “attempting to duplicate—most likely with inferior results—a basic method that has already previously been created or optimized by others.” In this case, “others” is… well, you. Why always start from scratch when you have perfectly good content, thoughts, and ideas that you have already generated? Today I want to dive into the importance of repurposing but also set the record straight on how you’re supposed to be repurposing. Because from what I keep seeing online, most people are doing it wrong. Let’s do this!

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Most of you already know how important posting on your Instagram Stories is for engaging and nurturing your community. And yet, there is still so much resistance to actually doing it. In my opinion, people look at stories and think they’re intimidating and time-consuming, but they don’t have to be. Today, I’m going to tell you exactly how I create my Instagram stories to be super engaging for my audience without taking a ton of extra time out of my day - if you’ve been unsure about how to best use Instagram stories in your growth strategy, then this is the episode for you, let’s do this!

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Have you heard the buzz? YouTube is taking over TikTok. I am a long-time YouTube girly, so you know who I am routing for in this battle - but let’s be real, I don’t think it’s much of a battle. Curious? Let’s get into it!

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I try really hard to not care about my numbers and metrics on all platforms; YouTube, TikTok, & Instagram - but when I see confetti on YouTube or my Instagram Reels reach the 600ks - I can’t help to feel this rush of happiness, this dopamine hit that motivates me even harder to create content that will give me that same experience again. I am always experimenting with new strategies on Instagram and though sometimes they don’t work - sometimes they do, and this time specifically - it helped me gain 5k subscribers in just one week. And now I want to share this secret sauce with you! Let’s do this!

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People ask me all the time if I have a manager or someone who helps me secure brand deals and the answer is yes - myself. I have been creating content for more than 10 years and during that time, I have made adjustments and pivots in my content, routines, strategies, and workflows. Toward the end of 2022, I finally found the brand deal workflow that not only helps me manage myself in the most efficient way possible - but also helped me over $17,000 hit my bank in January. So today, I am going to share with you the multi-step process of how I did it (so that you can do it too)!

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For most of 2022, my TikTok growth was totally stagnant, but, in just a couple of months I have gained over 10,000 new followers - by implementing just one simple strategy.

I really feel like TikTok has changed a lot since it first blew up in early 2020 - and the way that creators are growing on TikTok has changed, too. For so long my growth was stagnant - I had a few early viral TikToks that had gained me around 14K followers, but I couldn’t seem to push past it. I was trying to follow trends, share videos off-the-cuff, since casual content seems to do better. But then I tried something new - and that’s what got me out of my TikTok rut and past 25,000 followers (and still growing). Today, I’m going to share my TikTok growth strategy for 2023 - and show you how it’s already working.

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Y’all - is anyone else feeling the winter blues? Once February hits and spring is around the corner, it’s almost like time stands still and your mental health takes a hit. You start the year with so much renewed energy and motivation and somehow a month later things start going downhill. I am all about the cozy winter vibes - hot drinks, warm blankets, and fuzzy slippers - but that can only help you so much. Staying happy and motivated through dark mornings, gloomy days, and early nights is a particular struggle for those who suffer from seasonal depression and who find the lack of sunlight disrupts their internal clock and reduces the amount of serotonin (the happiness chemical) their bodies produce. So… what can we do about it? That’s what I will be talking about in this episode, so stay tuned.

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It’s 2023 and you’re still thinking about starting a podcast - now is the time, my friend! My goal by the end of this episode is that you will have a definitive plan for producing and launching your podcast this year. If you’re still on the fence, let me tell you this: podcasting is one of the best ways to build a loyal audience who is interested in buying from you - second only to my YouTube channel, my podcast - which you’re listening to right now, is the biggest lead generator for my creative agency, Creatorly Media. If you’re an online business owner, a coach, consultant, or even just a creator - a podcast is the perfect way to establish your expertise, build an audience, and start making money online.

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How many of you have been daydreaming about quitting your full-time job and doing content creation full-time? It was my dream (and now reality) - so I figured why not give you a real, honest walkthrough on how you can become a full-time content creator too! Let’s get into it.

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Sometimes the thing that gets us the most stuck is just not knowing where to start. I can’t tell you how many countless hours I have just sat here thinking about what the best approach would be for my personal Instagram Strategy and the Creatorly Media Instagram Strategy. Today, I really want to walk you through the strategy we have established for Creatorly, so that instead of feeling stuck - you can start this year with an already planned-out for you strategy.

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In my personal opinion, YouTube is the most essential social media platform. YouTube is the 2nd largest search engine in the world, following Google of course… but when it comes to video content, YouTube beats them all. If you are wanting to grow a brand or market your existing business, it’s time to finally start that YouTube channel. Which, might already be something you’re considering if you are here listening to this Podcast. This episode will help those of you who want to start a YouTube channel for the first time or even refresh your strategy and try something new to help reach your YouTube growth dreams. Let’s get into it.

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Now that we have officially entered 2023, it’s time to set goals and keep on track to reach them. There are so many different theories and methods to goal setting, but I like to keep a more simple approach - as I truly believe this is what will help you actually achieve them… and I am going to tell you all about it, let’s get started!

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If you scour the Internet for helpful tips on growing as a creator, you might notice one thing. Most of those YouTube videos, podcasts, or other social media content is directed toward content creators in the educational niche. Not necessarily those of us who are in the lifestyle niche. So the question I want to unpack today is, how to grow as a lifestyle creator. Let’s get into it.

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Have you ever spent hours and hours planning, filming, and editing the perfect Reel - just to see it completely flop with a bunch of zeros following the important metrics? We have all been there. This result can be so discouraging and give you the feeling of … “what’s the point?” Have you been there? Today, I just want to walk you through a few reasons why your Reels might be flopping, let’s get into it!

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Confession time: I have never had a ‘real job’ - by that I mean, a full-time, post-grad, adult, work-for-someone-else job. Of course, I had many part-time jobs when I was a student from selling candles and lotions at the mall to waitressing at my hometown diner. But ever since I graduated in 2018, I dove straight into full-time freelance, and in the past nearly 5 years, I’ve grown a boutique social media marketing agency called Creatorly Media, that generates six figures in revenue. I’ll just be transparent, this was my first year passing $300,000 in sales, and while I know there are lots of gurus on social media bragging about making way more than that - I’m pretty proud of it. (Remember, that’s revenue - not take-home profit, or my salary)

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A couple of weeks ago I asked my Instagram community what topics would be helpful to them for me to share on my podcast and a few of you asked about how to script a travel video. Scripting a travel video might seem complex - because how do you script something that isn’t a sit-down, educational video, filmed in the comfort of your own home? That’s what I want to walk you through today.

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When you search “starting a vlog channel” one of the first results you’ll find is a video from ThinkMedia with a title saying “vlogging is dead” - and after watching I have one thing to tell you: vlogging IS NOT dead. Look, I have nothing against the guys in the video I am referring to - and I actually agree with a lot of what they shared, however, I really do believe that you don’t need to make another boring, hyper-niche, educational channel on YouTube in order to grow - people are growing with fun, lifestyle, vlog format content. You just need to know how to do it right - which is what I’m going to talk about in this episode.

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Last week I lost 400 followers within just a couple of hours and though I was confused, and a little shocked, I wasn’t scared. That is because over the years I have insulated myself from things outside of my control - like this recent hiccup we saw from Instagram last week - more on this in a bit. But today, I want to walk you through how to diversify and avoid putting all of your eggs in the Instagram basket.

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Over the years, I have seen so many people decide they want to become “content creators” not really understanding all of the time and energy (and patience) needed to be one. I think a lot of people assume being a content creator is easy - but that’s not the case. It’s a lot of work; planning, creating, posting, communicating, selling, maintaining - the list goes on. So today, I wanted to share four mistakes I see content creators making, so that you have a clear understanding of what you need to do (or not do) to find your rhythm as a content creator. Let’s get into it…

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It’s time to set the record straight. I see all of you out there working your butts off trying to build your content creation business - part of that is doing your research and following the advice of “experts”. But what if I told you that some of these so-called “Instagram Coaches” are leading you astray and honestly, wasting your precious time on outdated tips? I am all about saving your time and keeping your workflow efficient, so today I want to share with you the outdated Instagram tips you need to stop using in your strategy!

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So, you want to be an influencer? I don’t blame you - I wanted to be one too and here I am. I understand the feeling of seeing people on Instagram, YouTube, or other social platforms getting paid to share their thoughts, opinions, and lives on social media - and I remember always asking myself… how? How are they doing this? I learned the long way around so that you don’t have to - so today I want to provide you with some clear, initial steps on getting started as an influencer.

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I would say the majority of content creators start their content creation journey on the side of a full-time job or a big-time commitment - so saving time is crucial when trying to balance it all. Today, I want to share with you my top 3 time-saving tips - let’s get into it!

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We all know “video” has taken over social media and so it’s very likely you have added this to your strategy (and if you haven’t, you should). But creating tons of videos isn’t easy, right? It takes a lot of time - so you definitely want to make sure if you take the time to create a video, it’s going to perform well for you. With that in mind, today I want to give you a few tips on how to boost your video views on Instagram, let’s do it!

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We are heading into one of the busiest seasons of any business - Quarter 4. With the fourth (and final) quarter of the year, we are making a push to hit goals, we are trying to make time for the holidays - but also leveraging the holidays to help with sales, traffic, and more, and we are preparing our goals and plans for the next year. With all of this, it can seem overwhelming and hard to separate your work from your personal life, which is why I wanted to take a minute today to discuss the various boundaries you need to start setting know to create a strong work-life balance before heading into this next few months. Let’s do it!

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Starting from zero can be super overwhelming and discouraging - but what if it didn’t need to be? If I was starting from nothing - the biggest change I would make is actually taking my time to do the prep-work needed for success before diving into content creation. Let me explain!

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Networking has been around for years - it has played a huge role in the success of many businesses you know today and your content creation business shouldn’t be any different. Today, I want to share the importance of having a Content Creator Network (and a few tips on how to get one)! Let’s get into it!

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We are all familiar with the Sunday Scaries - you know, the sinking feeling you get when Sunday hits and you realize your work week is about to begin - yuck! Well, I get that similar feeling when Q4 hits, and I realize I still have a few Instagram goals I wanted to hit - but I feel like I am running out of time before the year ends. In this episode, I want to give you a few tips to help you reach your 2022 Instagram goals before it’s too late!

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You can have the best ideas in the world, but if you don’t have a proper system in place, those ideas might never come to fruition. When it comes to content, having a content creation system will allow you to stay consistent in your content creation journey. But don’t fear, today - I am going to walk you through how to build one that is customized to YOU.

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There is a reason behind the success of a lot of those huge Instagram accounts and influencers, you know - the ones we look up to and aspire to be someday. There is something there doing that is being unintentionally ignored by a lot of new creators - and that is focusing too much on an Instagram Strategy and not on your overarching brand strategy - both are incredibly important, but you can’t have a well-oiled Instagram strategy without first developing a strong brand strategy, which is what I want to walk you through today!

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There is a lot of advice floating around out there about growing on Instagram - but I don’t want anyone leaving this episode thinking - “this strategy doesn’t work for me” - I wanted to share an Instagram Strategy that works for everyone. So, let’s get on with it…

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There are so many different ways we can work on ourselves to build confidence in our work and personal lives - but one of the biggest secrets to being more confident is by having a clear understanding and strategy for what it is you’re trying to achieve.

If your goal is to grow on Instagram, then you have to stop caring and start posting. But how? How do you get over your own hesitation, how do you stop caring, and how do you find the confidence you need - that’s what we will be talking about in today’s episode - let’s dive in!

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If you have been trying to grow on YouTube, you have probably heard the advice to focus on SEO optimization and make videos that people are searching for … but I have a secret.

It might not be as helpful as you think.

Or at the very least, it’s not the whole picture.

It’s important to note that YouTube is about slow and steady growth - but, there are some strategies (some that I’ve recently been implementing) that can really help accelerate your growth, if you know how to use them.

So today I’m going to share the strategy that helped me go from getting about 5K views per video back in March and April, to now getting more like 20K views per video and sometimes, even more. Let’s do this!

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When it comes to being a “content creator” there are so many different directions you can take to grow and monetize. The question is, which path is right for you and your niche. Today, I want to walk you through three content creator different paths you can take to become a full-time content creator.

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One of the questions we get most often when working with a Podcast client is - “how do I create Instagram content to promote a podcast without just posting audio snippets”. Though you can share audio snippets or announcement posts when you drop a new episode, those aren’t the best post structures to grow on Instagram - so you have to build a strategy for Instagram based on your Podcast. Let me explain! Keep listening…

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One of the biggest mistakes you can make when you are first starting your content creator journey, is taking on too much all at once. There are so much interesting social media platforms, and it is hard to choose where to start - so a lot of times I will see folks trying to run 5+ social media platforms instead of just starting simple and focusing on a couple of platforms they could easily manage. Today, I want to talk to you about the various platforms and which pair well together - so you can be a bit more strategic when making your decision.

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Have you ever said, “I swear I won’t…. insert thing you think you’ll never do here”? We all do it. In all areas of our life, right? When we were kids, we probably said, “I swear I won’t do XYZ to my kids” or in this case, when I was just starting out with my business, there were SO many things I swore I would never do. But, guess what - I am doing them. Today, I want to share with you three things I SWORE I wouldn’t do in business, that I am definitely doing now.

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Maintaining your mental health as a content creator is the most important thing you should do. When we see other content creators (and influencers), the lifestyle can seem glamorous and exciting - but it’s way more stressful and demanding than it might appear. The hustle culture has made us feel like we have to go 24/7 to make movement in our business, but that’s just not the case. Actually, sometimes, taking a step back can lower your stress and enhance your creativity - which we talked about in our podcast episode last week. Let’s stop with the “go, go, go” and learn how to say “no, no, no” when it’s affecting our mental health. Keep listening as we dive deep into mental health for content creators and how to keep our sanity as we spend the majority of our team on social media.

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If you're a content creator, chances are you've hit that dreaded rut at some point. You don't feel inspired, your work doesn't excite you as it has before, and you feel unmotivated. Normally for me, it happens right when I just started feeling comfortable, and then things start feeling dull and I don’t feel like doing it anymore. Thankfully, there are a few ways to see things from different perspectives and feel motivated again!

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There are so many things that make up a solid business strategy. For me - there are a few things I couldn’t live without; the support of my partner (Dan), my amazing team, the internet (of course), and these 5 business tools that I use weekly (if not daily). These life-altering tools play such an important role in the success of my business (and my sanity). These tools are so crucial, they are worth a huge investment, but fortunately - they are all super affordable and some even have top-notch free versions as well. I am sure you are all eager to find out what tools I couldn’t live without, so let’s do this!

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Here are the 5 business tools I mentioned in the podcast episode:

Dubsado: https://www.dubsado.com/

Later: https://later.com/

Notion: notion.so

Flodesk: katiesteckly.com/flodesk

Canva: katiesteckly.com/canva

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So, it’s that time again. Time to plan your next batch of Instagram content, but you’re not really sure what post to make next. The best way to keep those creative juices flowing is by having a planning routine that you can follow each time you sit down to plan our your next set of content. Today, I want to walk you through the first three steps I take when determining what to post next on Instagram. Are you ready? Let’s get to creating!

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I don’t need to tell you that video on Instagram is important, by now - everyone knows the importance of video and how leaning into this format can positively affect your Instagram strategy, but today I want to break that down and share with your everything you need to know about video content on Instagram.

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There are times I stare at my content calendar and nothing ... my mind is blank. I will think to myself, I have already talked about everything there is to know about my niche, what value can I even bring to my audience. But let me tell you, there is always more value you can provide to your community, it can just sometimes be difficult to think of the ideas. In this episode I want to give you some actionable steps you can take with your juices aren’t flowing, so you never run out of ideas for your Instagram content.

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Be honest with yourself... is there something you do in your business over and over again, maybe it’s sending the same email each week. You tell yourself, I really need to make a template for this email, it would save me from having to type out the same email each week, over and over again. You make a mental note, but then you don’t do anything about it - so next week when it’s time to write that email again, you think to yourself, UGH - I really need to make this a template. But, again, you don’t. This might not be a big deal for one email, but imagine if there are multiple areas in your business you’re doing this, that time adds up. Today, I want to share with you some of the things you can automate in your business to save you tons of time! So, let’s stop wasting time, and just get to it!

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Dubsado: https://www.dubsado.com/

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Do you want to know two of the biggest reasons that folks cannot find success on Instagram? It’s because they are not willing to change and they listen to anyone who claims to be an Instagram guru. Instagram is everchanging, we have seen that more than ever this year. We have seen so many new Instagram updates come through since January of 2022, I can barely keep up. But to find success on the platform, you have to understand it - which means you have to be willing to change your strategy as the app itself is changing. Today, I want to break down some of those “hacks” that just work anymore and what you should be focusing on instead. Let’s do this...

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Do you hate selling? If you answered yes, which If you are listening to this podcast episode I assume you did, I couldn’t agree more! Selling is awkward, unnatural, and so overdone - that people aren’t very receptive to it anymore. But what if you are trying to sell a product? How do you sell without selling? Today we are going to ditch the sales pitch and talk about how to sell your products and services to people - without really selling anything.

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You might not know this, but some of the work needed to scale your business starts before you even start making an income. So if you are listening to this episode and feel like you might not be at the stage where you need to start scaling your business, you better keep listening - because it starts NOW!

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So, you want to run a 6 figure business as a digital nomad? The first step is to throw the goal of 6-figures out the window. Yep, I said it. The “making 6-figures” part really doesn’t matter. The only monetary goal that truly matters when building a business is that your business (and income) can support the life you want to live. I personally wanted the option to live as a digital nomad and guess what ... I am doing that now! Does my business make 6-figures? Yes. Do I personally... no. Today I want to walk you through how to run a business as a digital nomad.

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I know, I know - you already have so much on your plate with your business, the idea of adding one more thing to your strategy seems a bit overwhelming, but if email marketing isn’t in your current strategy, it needs to be! We talk a lot about growing your community on social media here on this podcast, but there is one major problem with social media - you don’t own those platforms. They could shut down at any time and you could lose everything you worked so hard to grow. That is why you should be sending over your followers and subscribers to your email list, so if something crazy happens one day and your social media platform of choice explodes, you have your core audience on your email list. Today we are going to be breaking down why email marketing is so important and how to grow your email list! Let’s do this!

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If you have been a content creator for while, you have probably experienced the ebbs and flows of burnout. 2021 was actually one of the hardest years for me and if you follow my YouTube Channel, you probably saw the entire thing happen. But, you can prevent burnout by looking out for the signs and taking action - which is what we will be chatting about in today's episode.

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One of the biggest struggles that most content creators have when it comes to growing on Instagram is being consistent. I am one of them. Whether you’ve had a hard time being consistent because of burnout or maybe just because you don’t have a solid system in place, this video is hopefully going to help you work through some of those barriers. and get consistent on Instagram.

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In December of 2021, I gained just about 200 followers on Instagram, but in January of 2022, I gained over 1200 new followers. Did your jaw just drop? I know mine did when I saw my Instagram scale using this one effective strategy. If you want to learn more about how I was able to increase my growth rate on Instagram by 500% in one month ...then keep on listening my friend.

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When you are looking at your online business role models - you might wish you already had their success - but honestly, most of the online business owners you see started from where you are right now - with a side hustle. Today, I want to go over my tips on starting and sustaining a side hustle.

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Building a community is more than growing your following - it’s about creating something powerful, something your audience wants to be a part of. But why bother? Investing time into building a strong, online community is all about creating a real, long-lasting bond between you and your audience.

You have heard of the “know, like, and trust factor” right? ” This concept is the journey that your audience makes when they are getting to know you and your brand.

Let’s dive into my three community-building strategies that can help you create long-term success for your business by building the “know, like, and trust factor”.

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Let’s play a game of truth or myth, ready? Here’s the statement: “it’s not possible to make a living as a content creator unless you have a ton of followers.” - That, my creator friends, is a myth. And today’s guest on the podcast, Kaya Marriot, has absolutely busted that myth. Kaya Marriot, aka ComfyGirlCurls, is a Vancouver-based creator with a deep love for storytelling and community. Starting as a Natural Hair blogger in 2016, aiming to help fellow Black women fall in love with their curls, her platform has not only expanded to share lifestyle content, beauty tips, and practical advice for fellow creators, but has seen her speak with Google at Vidcon Abu Dhabi, become a founding member of Pinterest Canada's Creator Class, and more!

In today’s episode of Creator Club, we’re diving deep into the strategies that Kaya used to grow her audience (slow and steady!) and to start working with brands, which led to her generating a revenue of over $70,000 with less than 10K followers. Tune in to hear her secrets!

Find Kaya Online:

Blog: https://comfygirlwithcurls.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comfygirlcurls/

Creation Tips YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3Vck7VMj066QQnCx87GhnQ

Lifestyle + Beauty YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ComfyGirlCurls

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When it comes to Instagram growth tips, usually you’ll come across a laundry list of things you should be doing - engage more often, post twice a day, use certain hashtags - it goes on and on. But in today’s episode, I wanted to dive into the deeper strategies behind growth, that aren’t necessarily directly about creating - but instead about analyzing. We’re going to talk about the 3 main factors you need to be paying attention to in your Instagram Insights if you want to grow.

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What if I told you you could grow by 300,000 new followers on Instagram in just one year by posting reels? Well, today's special guest just did just that. And I am so excited to be sharing this interview with you all today on the Creator Club podcast. I am interviewing Tina Lee from Of Leather and Lace on Instagram.

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I spend a pretty penny on various tools and services that I use to help with growing and sustaining my business, but let’s not forget all of the free ways that have helped me drive traffic to my business organically over the years.

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“It’s too late to start a YouTube Channel.” “There are already people talking about my niche.” I don’t know the first thing about having a YouTube Channel.” Do these thoughts sound familiar? I am here to tell you to STOP talking yourself out of starting a YouTube channel, because... it’s not too late, there is only one YOU, and you can learn all the things you don’t know. This is actually the perfect time to start a YouTube channel - honestly, it’s probably easier to start and grow a YouTube channel now than it was when I originally started. Back then, people and businesses didn’t look at YouTube as a way to earn an income or market a product - that has dramatically changed now and it’s probably the best time to hop on the YouTube bandwagon. Today, I want to chat about why you need to finally start a YouTube channel. Let’s dive in.

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Trends on TikTok and Reels are constantly changing - and, if you’ve listened to any TikTok or Instagram growth advice lately, then you’ll know just how important following these trends can be to increasing your reach, and seeing explosive growth on your account. But, here’s the link about these trends: you can’t just straight up copy a trend when you come across it on your For You Page. You need to find some way to make it unique, make it engaging, and make it your own. That’s why in today’s episode, I’m going to be taking you through my strategy for making TikTok trends your own. This is truly the key to taking advantage of current trends, being able to batch a high volume of TikToks and Reels, and keeping your account active and growing. Let’s get into it!

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I bet you think about me by Taylor Swift: https://www.tiktok.com/@sociallykels/video/7042025031685262598)

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As we now find ourselves in a new year, a lot of us are thinking of new ways we can grow and monetize our brands and one way a lot of folks are already doing this is through podcasting. As of April 2021, there were 48 million podcast episodes available to the world. 48 million. In this episode, I want to help you stand out from those 48 million episodes by sharing my tips on growing and monetizing your podcast in 2022. Let’s do this!

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Buckle your seatbelts, everyone, it’s the podcast you have all been waiting for - today I will be sharing my Instagram Strategy for 2022! I am laying it all out there. We will be chatting about the algorithm, post formats, mental health, and … we will be chatting about both my personal brand and my business, Creatorly Media. Two totally different strategies, exposed! Let’s do this!

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As we make our way into the New Year, it’s time to reflect back on 2021 and make a plan for our brands and businesses for 2022. When doing an annual review, most businesses focus on the bottom line and how much money they made - but it should really be more than that. We should focus on our achievements and downfalls outside of finances too! Information is key when making a roadmap for your 2022 marketing plan. What worked? What didn’t? What will you change? What will stay the same?

When making your plans for 2022, you need to do a full year-end audit. Maya Angelou said it best, “You can’t really know where you are going until you know where you have been.” Here are a few things you should plan to evaluate from 2021.

Your messaging and language.

Your connection with your audience.

Your current social media platforms.

Your advertising and email marketing.

...and your overall happiness with what you have achieved.

You might be surprised by the results!!!

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Building an online presence across multiple platforms is an important part of growing a brand on social media, but one word you need to keep in mind going into 2022 is balance. Balance is actually our word of the year for 2022, so it’s definitely on our minds when making decisions for our business and social media strategy. Some brands choose one social media platform and go all in, while others try to be on every platform. But honestly, neither route will give you the results that a well-balanced strategy can provide.

Today, we are going to dive into choosing the proper platforms, how to create a cohesive strategy on all platforms, and the tools you need to balance it all! Let’s get into it!

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If Reels aren’t already a part of your Instagram strategy - it might be time to rethink your plan going into 2022. But, there is more to it than that … you can’t just post to post, beyond just having Reels in your overall strategy - you also need to create a strategy for the Reels themselves. We talk a lot about repurposing here - which includes reposting your TikToks to Instagram as Reels and visa vera. But is that actually the right call? Does reposting TikToks still work? Are Reels developing its own set of trends, strategies, etc. that we should consider when posting? Let’s find out!

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Do you want to attract your target audience and grow on Instagram - a consistent brand is the first step to any successful Instagram strategy. Today, I want to cover the basics on how to create a cohesive brand on Insta, let's do it!

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Do you need a niche Podcast Episode here!

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You might think that because the platform has been out for a few years, it might be too late to grow or become "TikTok famous" ... but it's not. It’s all about putting in the time to learn about the app and taking the time to post. Well, you have already taken one big step by listening to this podcast, let’s get into it!

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Can you even “kill” a social media platform … I’m not sure, but I definitely came close. I might have almost destroyed my YouTube Channel, but honestly … It almost destroyed me first. Almost killing my YouTube channel was actually very essential for my personal growth. Let me explain …

If you have been following me for a while, you know I go through the occasional existential crisis (and in case you’re unfamiliar with the term “existential crisis,” it means - moments when individuals question whether their lives have meaning, purpose, or value, and are negatively impacted by the contemplation).

Keep listening for more!

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Though things have definitely changed over the last year, hashtags are still an effective strategy to get more eyes on your posts and profile. However; how you use them could make or break your strategy. This ultimate guide to hashtags will hopefully give you a better understanding of hashtags and how you can use them to build a community, increase your engagement, and yes … get more followers.

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Have you been wanting to start and grow a brand on Instagram, but decided against it because you don’t want to show your face? There are a lot of reasons someone might not want to show their face on their Instagram - maybe you don’t have the time to take photos of yourself that stay on brand, or maybe you’re just a little shy and lack the confidence - but no matter the reason, it’s 100% possible to grow a brand on Instagram without showing your face - so what are you waiting for? Grab your pen and paper or preferred note-taking device - and keep listening!

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Meredith Hill once said, “When you speak to everyone, you speak to no one.” The goal of having a business or brand is reaching someone, right? But if you're not clear on your main purpose and mission - how do you know who you’re trying to reach? If you are ready to get some clarity, keep on listening!

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Being productive helps us prioritize tasks, be efficient with our time and resources, and at least for me - keeps my mental health in balance. Paul J. Meyer, who many consider to be the founder of the self-improvement industry as it exists today said - “Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” If you are ready to commit and save yourself a lot of time and stress, keep on listening!

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We chat a lot about building your brand or business online, but what about a personal brand? What if you are trying to build a brand that is centered around you? Here is a quote by the ever so popular Gary Vaynerchuk, “Documenting your journey versus creating an image of yourself is the difference between saying “You should…” versus “my intuition says…”. Get it? It changes everything. I believe that the people who are willing to discuss their journeys instead of trying to front themselves as the “next big thing” are going to win.”

Gary is actually the perfect example of a personal brand - most of us know of him for his advice about social media and entrepreneurism, but did you know he was first known as a wine critic who expanded his family's wine business? But he is now more known for his work in digital marketing and social media.

If you want the formula for personal brand success, stick around and grab your pen and paper - because I’m going to tell you exactly how in this episode!

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90 million. That is the number of people that listen to or watch podcasts at least once a month. You obviously like listening to podcasts, since you’re here - but have you ever thought about starting your own podcast? Not only can podcasts provide you with a creative outlet, but they are also a great way to grow your brand or business. Today, I want to provide you with a step-by-step guide on starting a successful podcast. This episode is going to be jam-packed with helpful tips, so I would grab a notebook because this is going to be a good one!

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One of the possible revenue streams for influencers or content creators is brand collaborations - but how? You might feel pumped about securing brand deals until you sit down at your computer and realize you have no idea where to start; how do you get brand deals, what should I charge, how do I know if they’re legit … don’t worry, I got your back!

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In the past, when a child was asked "what do you want to be when you grow up" - you heard things like doctor, teacher, astronaut, or firefighter - which are all still on the list of some children's potential "grown-up" careers - but now you start hearing things like, Influencer, YouTuber or Podcast Host. It's natural that people are becoming increasingly curious about how to become an influencer, as it can be a great form of revenue and appear very glamorous from the outside looking in - but no one said it was easy. It can be a difficult task - which is why I want to share everything you need to know about the 2021 approach for being an Instagram influencer.

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Shhh… 🤫 I have a secret to tell you. There are so many lessons and hacks I have learned over the years while being a Social Media Manager, and I am now realizing how much I would have benefited from knowing all of these “secrets” from the very beginning. But alas, I have learned and developed my social media management skills over time and today, I want to share with you all of the secrets so that you can apply them to your own Instagram and business starting today!

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I am about ready to spill the tea on a content planning strategy that will change your Instagram life. ☕ I am not even joking!

But, before we dive in ...

I wanted to share a very exciting announcement with you: Creatorly Media is hosting our first-ever workshop this fall! Back to Social is your chance to get back on track with your Instagram goals for 2021 and crush it in the fourth quarter of the year. After a summer of relaxing, fall is the perfect time to get your content strategy back in order to finish out the year strong. In this one-hour-long workshop, we're going to be getting you up to speed on the latest Instagram growth strategies and walking you through our signature content planning process. With your registration, you'll get a copy of our Content Calendar template, which we'll walk you through filling out in the workshop - plus, an Instagram Strategy workbook, and 10 of our custom Canva templates that you can use to create all the content we plan together in the workshop. The workshop will be live on Saturday, September 11th at 10AM EST with a follow up Q&A later in the afternoon at 3pm EST - and don't worry, if you can't make it live, because everyone who registers will get access to the replay indefinitely after the workshop. If this sounds exciting to you - we can't wait to host you at our first-ever live workshop, you can register by clicking here - you'll get the hour-long workshop, the follow-up Q&A, the workbook, the content calendar template, and the Canva templates all for $85!!! 👏👏👏

Regarding the content planning strategy will change your Instagram life, let’s break this content planning strategy into 4 easy to follow steps!

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Step 1: Brainstorming Sesh

With our Creatorly Media Instagram Content & Strategy package, we sit down with our clients for a one-hour strategy meeting to discuss their goals, get a sense of their brand & voice, and get an idea of what they would like to share with their audience in that given month - but when you are doing this on your own, I think it’s important to have a “strategy meeting” with yourself.

Step 2: Identifying your Goals

It’s now time to take that information from your brainstorming sesh and figure out how that translates into an effective Instagram Strategy that will help you achieve the goals you early decided were important for you this month.

Step 3: Plan your content pillars

Creativity thrives under constraints, so this step in this strategy process is very important. It’s time to break down your niche into subtopics or what I like to call - pillars.

Step 4: Create the content calendar

Now that you have a general sense of the balance between the different types of posts you are going to use in your strategy, it’s time to build out our content calendar. You will actually get access to a free 90-day content calendar in the workshop so that you can plan your content for a full quarter.

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Have you ever struggled with coming up with content ideas for Instagram? We have all been there! It is very intimidating staring at a blank document, but there is a very simple solution to this problem - Content Pillars. Developing content pillars can help you stay organized, be more consistent for your audience, and ignite your creativity. Content Pillars really form the foundation of your overall content strategy. We like to think of content pillars as more of the intersection between your goals as a business and what your audience would find valuable. Keep listening to learn more!

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I launched my new Instagram account for my social media content creation agency, Creatorly Media, on June 3rd, 2021 - and now, as I record this on August 11, 2021, we've just hit 1700 followers on the account. Right now, the Creatorly Media account is growing at a faster and more reliable rate than my own personal account which was originally the driving force behind this business, and today I want to tell you why that's happening. Specifically - how I was able to get the Creatorly Media account to hit 1000 followers within a month of launching - and how we're on track to hit 2000 before the account hits 3 months old. This strategy will work best for you if you're also trying to grow a business or brand account, and even if you're growing a personal brand or influencer account, I think you'll find some helpful nuggets throughout this episode that will help you augment your growth as well. Don't hit that pause button - and let's get into it!

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Over the years I’ve spent making Youtube videos, I’ve met so many friends and acquaintances that tell me “I think it would be so fun to start a YouTube channel, I just don’t think I could do it.”

Can you relate? Have you ever found yourself saying that?

You have no idea how discouraging I find that response.

I want you to start a YouTube channel, heck, I want everyone who’s ever thought to themselves that they might like to start one, to start one. I honestly believe that everyone has something they can gain from it - it might not be a large audience or fame or fortune, but it could certainly be improving in their skills, finding a like minded community, or gaining confidence.

So why do so many people who have an interest in this platform have hesitations about starting it? I asked my Instagram audience if they had ever thought about starting a YouTube channel and over 80% said they had. Then, I asked them why they hadn’t started yet.

In this episode, I want to tackle the top 5 fears potential creators have when they are considering starting a YouTube channel, and I’m going to tell you exactly how you can move past them and start creating those videos you’ve thought about making for so long.

As mentioned in the episode, you can sign up for the waitlist for our first-ever content batching workshop at www.creatorlymedia.com/workshop

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In the current digital marketing landscape, there are a million and one ways that you can choose to promote your business online. Between all the big social media platforms, to content like YouTube, or blogs, it can honestly feel like a "choose your own adventure" book that has no clear ending. My team and I have worked with dozens of small business owners that are uncertain about how to approach content marketing, where they should start, and which platforms they should focus their time one - especially when you have limited time to invest in online marketing. In this episode, I want to share one approach to digital marketing that I think will help save you time, allow you to grow, network, make sales, and establish yourself as an expert in your field - all by using one platform, and that is: starting a podcast.

Keep on listening to hear my step-by-step strategy for using a podcast as the backbone of your content marketing strategy. And in case you're already feeling intimiated: don't worry, we're going to talk about how you can do this as a total beginner that doesn't know anything about audio editing, microphones, or RSS feeds. Let's get into it!

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Here's the honest truth: if you want to grow your online presence, on any social media platform, the hardest part is going to be creating enough content to get noticed, and doing it on a consistent basis. Over the years of working in social media marketing, chatting with clients or folks that I've done coaching with, the trend that seems to be present among pretty much much every creator or online entrepreneur is that they'd like to grow their following online quickly, but they don't have a lot of time to invest in content creation. And this is the ultimate problem, because you need to publish a lot of content over a long period of time to grow, and it takes a lot of time to create content - or does it? Okay, yes, it does take time to make good content, but there are some strategies and processes that you can use to make everything more efficient. And that's exactly what we're going to do a deep dive into in this episode.

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Let's talk analytics. Trust me, I know it can sound totally boring, and if you're like me you might resist looking at stats because you get into being a creator expressly because numbers were not your thing - but here's the deal: understanding your Instagram insights can be a huge benefit to your and your growth. Even though the conversation about insights and the algorithm often sounds like it's a case of creators versus our robot overlords, the truth is much less scary and a lot more boring. Your Instagram insights are simply a reflection of how your audience is responding to your content. Your Insights are a direct reflection of how your audience responded to your content, whether it was engaging and therefore whether the algorithms pushed that content to more of your audience or if it more or less stayed among only your die-hard fans.

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If you have spent any time on Instagram in the last couple weeks, then undoubtably you've come across the news that Instagram is changing! I know, it sounds so scary, and frustrating - but changes are a natural part of the evolution of any social media app, and while it might seem overwhelming at first, they will eventually feel second-nature. For example, remember when Instagram stories were introduced? Creators and businesses felt uncertain about the change, but now stories are the most popular feature of the app! The point is, you don't need to feel overwhelmed or intimidated, because we're going to walk through all the major changes coming to Instagram, as announced by the head of Instagram himself, Adam Mosseri, and how they are going to help you grow.

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As you're growing your business, chances are you will eventually reach a point where you realize you need help with your social media management. Even if you started off as a solo-preneur who ran everything from your bookkeeping to the business TikTok, eventually there will come a point where you just simply don't have the time anymore. For entrepreneurs passionate about social media, this can be a hard transition, but a very important one. When it comes to succeeding and scaling your business further, you've really got to focus your time in your areas of genius - the parts of your business that only you can move the needle on. And, most likely, social media will not fall into that category.

So, you need help with your social media management, you're ready to delegate, and you find yourself at a fork in the road. Should you outsource, maybe to an agency or a freelancer? Or, should you hire internally, and add either a full-time or part-time social media manager to your team? Both choices have advantages, and disadvantages, and in this article we're going to walk you through the three main categories of consideration, and how both options stack up. These categories are: systems, expertise, and cost - in my view, these are the three main areas where outsourcing and hiring differ. When it comes down to it, both of these options can be great, and offer wonderful results for your buisness, but it's important to understand how they can offer a different experience, and to figure out which experience is going to work the best with your style as an entrepreneur.

And finally, before we dive into the comparisons, as a personal disclaimer: obviously, I am the owner of a social media content creation agency. So, I'm going to be a bit biased in my reccomendations - however, I have also have had experiences with clients where I knew that hiring internally probably would have been a better option for them, and so we parted ways because of that. Yes, of course I would love for your to hire Creatorly Media to produce your Instagram content and beyond - but if you're truly in a position where hiring a social media manager internally would be the better choice for you, I'm going to be honest with you and tell you that's the case. So with that being said, let's get into the discussion: when you're looking for social media help should you hire internally, or outsource?

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Over the years since it's release in 2010, Instagram continues to get more and more complex all the time with different ways to post and browse content on the app. This leaves a lot of content creators, especially beginners, confused about which kind of content to create, when, and why. From feed posts, to Reels, to stories, and IGTV - there are so many ways to reach your audience on Instagram, and each of these different formats have advantages and disadvantages for how they generate reach, engagement, and convert followers into true fans. In this blog post, I'm going to give you the ultimate guide to all of the 5 main types of Instagram posts, what their benefits and disadvantages are, and how they should fit into your content strategy for growth!

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Reels are a powerful tool not only for entertaining your current audience and showing them a fun, more relatable side to yourself, they are also a powerful tool for discoverability. This is why in this episode, I want to go into detail with you about how to use Instagram Reels to grow your business - TikTok and Reels are such personality-based platforms, they're often used by regular people sharing funny or interesting moments, so how can they be utilized by a brand or a business? It may seem impossible but I promise you it's definitely in reach for you and your business and I'm going to tell you how.

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We all know that engagement is an extremely important indicator of a successful Instagram strategy. An Instagram account that has a ton of followers, but no real community, isn’t actually going to be useful for marketing at all. Whether you’re growing your account in order to sell your own products, or because you want to be able to do brand collaborations and market products for other companies, having a high engagement rate is essential to making those goals happen.

But how do you generate real engagement on your Instagram content? There are so many resources online that provide tips and advice on this topic - some of them more helpful than others. In this post, we’re going to run through the top five Instagram engagement strategies that DO NOT work - and at the end of the post, we’ll give you a few hints about what might.

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Want to know my time saving secret? Repurposing content. Repurposing is really just recycling valuable content and distributing it in different ways through your various platforms. Salma Jafri, host of Content Marketing Tips on YouTube, says - “You don’t have to create content day in and day out. You just have to work on getting the content you already have in the hands of more people.” So how can we breathe new life into old content? Keep listening!

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It's not easy to gain more followers on Instagram, especially with a new account. It’s all about finding the right Instagram strategy for you - the strategy you use differs a lot depending on where your starting. Today, I want to share the first five things I would do with a brand new Instagram account. If you’re starting from scratch, keep on reading.

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We all know 2020 was quite the year, and it certainly did not turn out how many of us expected it to. I went into 2020 with a few goals. I wanted to reach 70K on youtube, 15K on Instagram, 5K on my email list, 70K in sales gross, and visit 5 new places.

While my travel goals totally tanked (whos’ didn’t?) I actually blew my business goals out of the water. Now, this is something I hold with a light grasp, and also view with a lot of complex feelings because I know not everyone had a year like me. I saw so many amazing local businesses close because of the effects of the pandemic, and so I’ve always been a bit hesitant to share about how much my business has grown. But you know that I’m all about honesty and so, now that we’re a solid year into this I thought I would share a retrospective on my business and all the major changes it's made. Because even though this past year has probably been one of the hardest for me personally (like I’m sure is the case for many people), it was the most successful year for me professionally.

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Welcome back to the Creator Club Podcast! This week we have a very exciting interview with an amazing guest. Today we are chatting with Adam Greenberg, a fellow Canadian, who has had a really cool career history. Adam has been a content creator in many different forms, over the past 15 years - he has toured as a DJ, been a live event MC, a radio host, and most recently he has co-founded a size-inclusive men's brand called ONEBONE. With all of this cool experience, I couldn't wait to speak to Adam about the process of building an audience, the importance of body confidence for men, what it's like to start the first-ever size-inclusive big and tall brand, and how to balance being multi-passionate and changing careers. Has this piqued your curiosity? Great, then keep listening!

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So many people struggle with having the confidence to put themselves on social media. I always talk about the importance of being personal, vulnerable, and sharing yourself openly with your followers because that is what leads to true community growth and true relationships. But what if your followers only consist of your friends and family at first? What if it feels uncomfortable and awkward? Today, I want to provide you my confidence secrets on being brave and going after your dreams on social media. Let’s rip off that bandaid together.

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Over 200 million people visit the explore page every day to discover new ideas and find inspiration. But now, taking center stage is the well-known TikTok imposter … Reels. When I created my new content strategy for January, I knew it would be effective in theory - but now that I've seen the results in action, I can say confidently that it works. This strategy helped me gain over 1000 new followers in one month. Reels are absolutely essential to increasing your reach organically, and I’m going to tell you exactly how in this episode, so keep on listening.

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I feel like online there is this very strong narrative that you have to be an entrepreneur to be happy as a creative and I just feel like that's not true. In today's podcast, I am interviewing Kajal Bensal, the owner and founder of @sparkcareerco. She started Spark Career Company on a mission to instill candidates with confidence on their job search journeys by teaching them how to leverage their experience to stand out in a competitive talent market. She is going to be letting us know what the job market looks like for creatives and share her advice for those who are considering a career in the creative space. If you're on a creative career path, keep on listening!

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If you’ve been around this podcast for a while, then you’ll know that I talk a lot about content and growth strategies for content creators, influencers, and personal brands. Which makes sense - that’s what I am, that’s who I work with most often, so I have a lot of experience in that area. But I often get questions from small business owners, or makers, who want to know the best strategies for growing on Instagram when your face is not your business, and when you’re selling physical products. So that’s what today’s episode is going to be about! Keep on listening to learn my top three strategies for growing on Instagram as an e-commerce business.

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What does “authentic” really mean - and how you you ensure that you’re being authentic in your Instagram growth journey. That’s exactly what Daisy and I are discussing today on Creator Club. Tune in to hear about genuine growth strategies, how to build relationships through Instagram, and how to take a human approach to Instagram.

Find Daisy Online:

Follow on Instagram @the_self_hood

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So many people are intrigued by the idea of becoming a creator - and it’s no surprise, some of the most trendy pop culture icons of our time started as or are currently content creators - Emma Chamberlin, Charlie D’Amelio, Mr Beast, the Paul brothers - the list goes on.

And the coolest part is, being a professional creator doesn’t have to mean being the most famous person on the planet. More and more regular people like you and me are making an income creating content for the internet. In this episode, I’m going to talk about how.

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Okay, is Pinterest still a thing? Be honest, is that what you thought when you read the title of this episode?

For many of us, our time these days is being sucked up by creating short form videos for TikTok and Instagram reels, and marketing using Pinterest can feel like an artifact of the bygone era of blogging.

But trust me friend, Pinterest is just as important as ever when it comes to generating and driving traffic to your content. A lot of us creators spend 90% of our time creating content, and only 10% of that time promoting it - which makes sense. We love creating, and self-promotion can often feel icky.

But the fact is, that content that you worked so hard on, it needs some extra love and care to get the attention it deserves. This is where Pinterest comes in. In today’s episode I’m going to talk about how to use Pinterest to promote your content across platforms, drive traffic, and ultimately increase your following and your customers by using a simple, time saving system to promote your best content. Sound like a plan? Let’s get into it.

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Have you thought about starting a podcast? Chances are the answer is yes, because you clicked on this episode!

Starting a podcast can feel like an incredibly daunting task - especially to someone who is brand new to the space. Microphones, editing software, RSS feeds, and more can feel like insurmountable challenges to getting started.

Plus, doesn’t everybody have a podcast these days? Is it still even worth trying? If you’ve ever had these thoughts pop into your mind while considering starting a podcast, then this episode is for you my friend! Keep on listening to find out why!

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Another year, another strategy for Instagram growth! While truly every day is a chance for a new beginning, there’s something about a new year that just feels right - and I’m so excited to start trying out some new strategies on Instagram. I don’t know what 2020 looked like for your business, but for me it was such a huge opportunity for growth and learning.

I started out 2020 with one assistant, shout out to Taylor, if you’ve been listening for a while you’ve heard me talk about her before, she’s the best. And now I’ve just ended the year with a team of 6 in addition to myself - the client side of my business has grown a lot which has demanded a lot of my attention. And so, Instagram has kind of fallen to the wayside. So now, with a fresh new year start, I’m ready to put so much more love and effort into one of my favourite platforms.

Today we’re going to talk through my exact strategy for Instagram in 2021 - what content I’ll be creating, how often I’m posting, and what my engagement strategy looks like. I know this episode is going to be a fun one so keep on listening!

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We’ve all been there - bright eyed and bushy tailed at the beginning of a new year making big plans for our businesses. And we’ve also all been there, mid-May, looking back and wondering what happened to all those ideas we had. Life gets busy, and it’s always easier to keep doing what you’ve always been doing. Avoiding change is human nature.

So, today I’m going to share my best advice and strategies for actually implementing those goals - how I’ve done it in the past and how I plan to do it in the new year. I think we’re all ready for a change after the wild ride that was 2020, and so we all look towards the new year with hope. And I hope that this can be year to go after your social media and business goals, and I’ll be there with weekly advice, here on Creator Club, every step of the way. Alright, let’s roll the intro and get into our first episode of 2021!

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When’s the last time you heard someone say “I’m a Blogger”? Back in the early 2010’s, what we now call influencers, were then called bloggers. Being a blogger was Ωthe main way to be a professional content creator in the past, so what about now? I often get asked by clients or followers, “is blogging dead?”, “should I start a blog or is it not worth it anymore?”. In this episode join me as I share my journey with blogging, the benefits of blogging in 2020, and whether or not you should start one!

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Has it ever crossed your mind that you could be getting paid for those social media posts you love creating? In this episode I am going to show you how I did just that, by starting my own social media marketing agency, I know I shouldn’t /really/ be sharing how to create a direct competitor to my own company, but I am all about community over competition; so I’m going to spill the beans anyway. Let’s get into it!

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I’ll be honest… a question that I run into a lot myself is this: “How do I balance my personal brand with growing my business?” Now, in my case, my personal brand really is my business. However, even though both these areas are all working towards the same goals, the question still stands of how much to post about personal lifestyle content and how much to just straight up promote my business. It’s a delicate balance that can be hard to strike. I’ve done countless Instagram audits for my clients at this point, and a common question almost everyone wants to know is how can they better integrate more personal brand touches in with the business side of their brand. So, in today’s episode we’re going to talk through how to find that fine balance between the personal and the professional, and figure out what kind of content really serves you well in terms of your personal goals for social media growth and for business income. Let’s get to it!

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Nowadays, so many people are SO excited about the idea of building a business on the internet. It truly is amazing because you can really work from anywhere (although that mostly means you’ll be working from home right now), but you can also create a business that is something that you love to do, you find fulfilling, and is on your own terms! So of course it feels very attractive and flashy to have your own online business and brand, but it is a lot of work, and there is a lot of stuff that you need to think about if you are considering going down the path of entrepreneurship. Which is why today is all about learning how to develop your own online brand completely from scratch! I’ve had a lot of experience building up my own online brand, and my clients brands, and I’m going to tell you how you can do it too starting literally from zero. Let’s dive right in!

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When Instagram first started, you could only do 3 things in the app: post square photos, like square photos, and comment on square photos. Eventually this stream of squares would become known as The Feed, and over the years Instagram would add feature after feature; providing creators with more ways to share content. Fast forward to present day, Instagram now has 5 main features for creating content on their platform: feed, stories, reels, IGTV, and livestreams. Feeling overwhelmed yet? It can be hard to figure out what type of content to focus on creating when there are so many different format options. So today I’m going to be sharing with you some tips for creating the perfect balance of varied content, and telling you how I plan my content for my own Instagram account. Let’s dive in!

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Not sure how to use hashtags to grow on Instagram? You’re not alone. Despite the fact that hashtags have been a prominent feature on Instagram, almost since the app began, many creators are still puzzled when it comes to figuring out how to best utilize hashtags to increase their reach (and therefore following) on the platform. Keep on listening to learn all about how I craft and implement my own in depth hashtag strategy from start to end. With a little bit of practice, you can become a hashtag expert too. Let’s dive in!

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Today I want to sit down and chat with you about how you can grow your Instagram account when you’re starting completely from SCRATCH! Yikes! I know how just daunting it can be. If you’re new to this whole Instagram thing, or have just started a new profile for a new business that you’re working on, then you might be in this boat right now. Which is why I’m bringing it back to basics! Keep listening to find out what I would do if I were to start a brand new Instagram account that had zero followers. Let’s get to it!

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Hello, hello, hello everybody, welcome back to the Creator Club Podcast! You may have noticed that I have been on a little bit of a break the last few weeks, but I am ready to dive back in! This week I want to talk captions. A lot of us spend SO much time curating these aesthetically pleasing feeds visually, but then get stuck on figuring out what it is that we want to say. If this is you, trust me you are not alone! That is why today we are going to be talking all about how to write captions that convert your followers into customers. Let’s dive in!

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Today I am SO excited to introduce to you my friend Natasha from Sol Studio! Natasha is a super talented Instagram Strategist and Educator. I have been following her on Instagram for several months now, and it would be an understatement to say that I am obsessed with her content and the work that she is doing! Natasha’s brand is so impressive and professional, yet so authentic and down to earth. She’s one of those people that when you follow her you just feel like you’re friends. Keep on listening to hear all about Natasha’s journey and how Sol Studio began, how she balances client work with creating and launching digital products, her strategy behind planning a launch and making big moves in her business, and she’ll also be sharing with us some of her favourite tools and strategies for doing what she does!

Where you can find Natasha:
https://www.instagram.com/solstudiomarketing/
https://www.facebook.com/solstudiomarketing/
https://www.solstudiomarketing.com/

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In my time as a creator, I’ve made content for countless platforms. Since I’ve been obsessed with social media for over a decade now, I’ve seen it all: Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram, Vine, Periscope, FourSquare, YouTube, Twitter, YikYak, Musically, TikTok, and so many more that have gone to the social media grave. Even though all of these different platforms have very different formats and communities, the key to success is still the same: consistency. In order to successfully grow a community on any social media platform, you need to be consistent. So whether you want to grow on YouTube, Instagram, or anywhere else, keep listening to find out how to build a strategy of consistency.

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Hello Creators! I have another great interview to share with you today. It’s hot, it’s fresh, and ready to go! Today I am chatting with my friend Alex Gasaway, an incredibly talented YouTuber and Creative Founder in the video making space. Not only is she a super talented filmmaker, but she also has a passion for social impact, activism, and advocacy. I can’t wait for you to hear our conversation talking about her journey of becoming a filmmaker, YouTube content creator, and also how she is now working on creating her very own tech startup! Keep on listening because you are not going to want to miss all the valuable advice, inspiring stories, and nuggets of wisdom that Alex is about to drop in this episode!

Where you can find Alex:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yahsjzBmbK8Q3ysOzJlAA
https://www.instagram.com/alexgasaway/
https://twitter.com/imalexgasaway
https://www.alexgasaway.com/

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Are you the kind of person who just feels called to content creation? You are creative, you have something you’d like to share, but you don’t know what platform to share it on. This is the biggest pickle that creatives who are just starting out with online content creation often find themselves in. As someone who has been all over the social media map in terms of different platforms and different forms of content, I’m going to help you figure out where you should start creating! So, you want to become a content creator but you’re not sure where to start? Then this episode is for you, so keep on listening!

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I am SO excited to be bringing you a hot off the presses interview show today with my good friend Miriam Morales! Miriam is an actor and content creator, and in this episode we’re going to be chatting about her journey to becoming an actor, one that she started as a child, and how she’s been able to transform her passions for creating into a successful career through perseverance and resilience. We’re also going to hear all about what the behind the scenes is like being on a Netflix show because my girl Miriam landed her dream role of being on Orange is the New Black for not one, but two seasons! This women is a remarkable, passionate, dedicated creator and I can’t wait for you to hear more about her story. Let’s dive in!

Where you can find Miriam:
https://themiriammorales.com/
https://www.instagram.com/miriammorales/
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Thinking about starting a podcast, but have absolutely no clue where to start? Well, I’m SO happy you clicked on this episode then! Navigating the vast and saturated market of podcast creation can be very overwhelming. Yes, lots of people are making podcasts, but there are still tons of people out there who have no idea what goes into creating one. From finding the right microphone, to learning how to edit audio, to creating an RSS feed, and submitting your show to Apple Podcast and Spotify, there is a lot to know. But don’t stress because it is a lot less complicated than you might think! Keep listening to hear my best podcasting tips that will help make the process of starting a podcast so much easier for you.

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Raise your hand if you’ve ever started a business and had it take a completely different direction than what you had originally envisioned… did you raise it? Because you my friend are not alone! Today I’m chatting with Mariangelica Forero, the creator of Honest Hustle. She is a multi passionate creative entrepreneur who provides other entrepreneurs with a one stop shop creative services experience by creating beautiful branding and visuals for their businesses. Mariangelica is sharing the origin story of Honest Hustle, and what path she originally thought her business was going to take compared to what her business has blossomed into now, and she’ll also be spilling her tips and secrets on how she crafts an unforgettable client experience time and time again!

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https://www.instagram.com/honest.hustle/
https://www.facebook.com/honesthustle.ca/

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It’s time to dive deep! You know I’m all about giving instagram advice, and today I’m going to lay it out step by step exactly how to create an instagram strategy for your brand from start to finish. No guess work involved. Grab a pen and paper because you’re gonna wanna write this down, if you’re just getting started on IG, or your brand is in need of a refresh, then this episode is for you. Let’s go!

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The secret sauce to creating viral instagram content that will make you grow goes beyond just measuring the amount of likes and comments your posts get. There is so much more to engagement than just those two factors. Today, I’m talking about my key to creating viral instagram content: shareable graphics! Keep listening to find out why you should be creating them and how they will help skyrocket your growth.

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Today I’m sharing with you the one digital platform that you need to be leveraging right now in 2020… email list building! Click play to learn why you should be starting an email list for your business today, strategies I use to grow my own email list, and other tips that will help you get the most out of this useful automation tool.

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Ready to make a month of Instagram content in one day? Today I’m sharing my exact process for batch working Instagram content so I can be as efficient as possible, and provide as much value as possible. Click play to learn the step by step process I take to keep my instagram active and full of awesome content!

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Alright, we’re talking about it. I want to share with you my thought process when it comes to being an advocate online, and using your social media following for good. We’re addressing my own journey with recognizing my white privilege and getting past white guilt in order to take action and work towards justice.

Step one: get over your guilt

Step two: research and learn

Step three: examine yourself

Step four: take action

Step five: never stop

Resources I mentioned:

Why I’m no longer speaking to white people about race by Reni Eddo-Lodge

Me and White Supremacy by Layla F. Saad

White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo

13th (documentary by Ava Duvernay) available on Netflix

Spiritual Activism 101 by Rachel Ricketts

Check out Ivirlei on Instagram here.

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In this episode, I’m getting super honest with you. I dreamed of having a YouTube channel with a large audience ever since I was a cringey 12 year old obsessed with Harry Potter. And now, I’m a full-time Youtuber who also runs a small social media marketing agency. I want to tell you everything that happened in between. I hope that when you hear my story you’ll be inspired to keep on pursuing your own creative dreams.

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We’re going to be talking about why your business needs a personal brand, and what the heck an internal influencer is, and how you can use that concept to grow your Instagram profile like never before. Keep on listening - even if you already have a personal brand, you might just find some new tips and advice that will change your approach.

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We’re all a little obsessed with Instagram engagement, and for good reason. As the platform has become more saturated, and users are continually trying to find ways to trick the system in order to manufacture fake success for themselves - by using follower bots for instance - people who trying to do authentic business on Instagram have had to rely more and more on different metrics to determine who actually has an audience of engaged potential customers, and who is only posting for a crowd of bots.

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With a new year fast approaching, we all have the same thing on our minds: how are we going to set goals to push ourselves and our businesses forward in 2020? For some, goal setting can be intimidating, for others, it can be invigorating, and for others like me, it can be a fun and exciting place where you can easily get lost, lose direction, and maybe even have a bit of an identity crisis. Can you relate? Sometimes thinking big can make me feel like I need a whole new rebrand, or a new approach to life, or a huge lifestyle change.

Whatever your feelings are about goal setting, whether you love it or hate it, in today’s episode I’m going to tackle common problems and offer a few solutions to make sure that you can set yourself up for a successful new year. Let’s dive in.

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So, you might have heard of this new app called TikTok. What started as the trendy new app for teenagers that we all downloaded as a joke has taken the world by storm, and if you haven’t downloaded it yourself yet, then you have almost definitely have at least seen a TikTok video reposted to Twitter or Facebook.

For those who aren’t familiar, TikTok is a short form video sharing app, similar to Vine, rest in peace. Users swipe through a feed of 15 second to one minute long videos that show up in your their For You Page, which is determined by Tiktok’s Artificial Intelligence based algorithm. Popular video genres range from makeup tutorials, to lip synching, dance trends to comedy sketches. Anything goes on Tiktok, including copyrighted music inaccessible to creators on YouTube or Facebook and Instagram.

In today’s episode we’re taking a deep dive into the culture of TikTok and what kind of content excels there so we can determine if developing a presence on TikTok is right for you and your brand. Let’s do it!

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Here’s the thing: we’re probably all a little too obsessed with the shiny number that shows up next to our name in Instagram. It can consume us! Be honest with me: have you ever found yourself refreshing your profile minutes after you posted a new photo to try to see if there’s been any movement? Yeah me too! But it’s not productive. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 other things you should spend your time thinking about instead of your follower count on instagram.

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Today I am spilling the tea on how I grew my Instagram in lightning speed this year! Specifically, I am going to show you how I used external traffic sources to grow my instagram from 1K to 6K followers in under a year, and how you can use these strategies to grow your audience, too.

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Oh, Instagram. The platform that we all have a bit of a love/hate relationship with. It’s our gateway to growing our communities, building our businesses, and making new connections, but it can also be super frustrating.

On today’s episode of Creator Club, we’re diving into the truth behind the Instagram algorithm and that strategies you need to work with it instead of against it.

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YouTube has been my absolute passion for over a decade now, and I love to create new and unique content for the platform, as well as teach others the strategies that I’ve used to skyrocket the growth of my YouTube channel over the past year. So if you’re ready to learn how to maintain and grow and awesome YouTube channel surrounded by a community of supporters, then tune on it!

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