When you try something new, you’re bound to make mistakes, and content creation is no different. Today we’re discussing the top 5 things I wish I knew when I first started building my personal brand on Instagram, including: - how important networking really is - why you should be reaching out to brands ASAP - the SECRET to growing a small account - the reason you should be showing your followers your real life - the difference between followers and true fans - the TRUTH about deals and negotiations and more! If you’re just starting your account, you NEED to hear this to make the most out of your time and effort in this journey!

Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee (@ofleatherandlace) I'm sharing some of my expertise and industry information, to help you decode social media, and create content that helps aspiring creatives like you become full-time influencers so you can also do what you love for a living! 

CHECK OUT THE SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: https://www.fulltimeinfluencer.co/blog/episode-3

-----------

Download the FREE Ultimate IG Monetization Guide HERE

If you want to make influencing a successful side hustle or profitable career then you need this guide! We cover the 11 ways that you can make money from Instagram right now (even if you don't have a ton of followers!)

👉🏻 CLICK HERE TO GET THE ULTIMATE IG MONETIZATION GUIDE👈🏻 

-----------

Timestamps:

(1:40) - Networking is key for influencers.

(6:18) - Outreach is important for brand deals.

(8:48) - Trends and what works bring growth.

(14:53) - Authenticity and value keep followers.

(18:49) - Negotiation is key for brand deals.

-----------

Don't forget to follow the Full-Time Influencer on: Instagram | YouTube