In this exciting episode of deepfeed, Winter sits down with design legend Debbie Millman to uncover the secrets behind impactful branding.

From the power of differentiation to the challenges of staying authentic in a crowded marketplace, Debbie shares invaluable insights on how brands shape our beliefs, culture, and choices.

Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, marketer, or branding enthusiast, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about branding.

💡 Highlights include:

➠ How to define 'brand' ➠ Why values drives brand success ➠ How to build trust

Watch now to learn from one of the greatest minds in design and branding!

🌟 Follow Debbie: https://www.instagram.com/debbiemillman/

🔗 Links https://debbiemillman.com/

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In this inspiring conversation, world-renowned artist Shantell Martin reveals the philosophy behind her work and the truths about thriving as a creative in today's world. From her journey as an outsider in the art world to becoming an icon of self-expression, Shantell challenges the myths of the starving artist and redefines what success looks like for modern creators.

💡 Highlights include:

• Why live drawing creates honesty
• The core question driving her art: "Who are you?"
• The power of owning your process and your work
• Why artists need to treat their art like a business
• Breaking free from struggle and embracing success

This episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating the intersection of creativity and financial freedom. Don't miss Shantell's advice on building a sustainable creative practice, selling your work, and staying true to your vision.

🌟 Follow Shantell:

https://www.instagram.com/shantell_martin/

https://www.youtube.com/@ShantellMartin

🔗 Links

Podcast: https://whatsthepoint.art

Book: https://www.artbook.com/blog-shantell-martin.html

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In this episode of deepfeed, Winter chats with Brock Johnson, a social media coach who has built a 7-figure business on Instagram, gaining 400K followers in just one year.

Brock dives deep into his journey — from his early success on Snapchat to pivoting to Instagram and scaling his coaching brand.

You'll learn actionable tips on finding your niche, creating share-worthy content, and understanding Instagram's algorithm to grow authentically without gimmicks or shortcuts.

Brock also shares insights from InstaClubHub, the program he co-founded, where he's helping thousands of creators go viral and make money on Instagram by leveraging proven strategies.

If you're serious about building a real presence on Instagram, this episode is packed with practical insights and advice you won't want to miss!

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https://www.instagram.com/brock11johnson

🔗 Join InstaClubHub: https://instaclubhub.com

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In this episode of deepfeed Podcast, Winter sits down with pro makeup artist and content creator Karol Rodriguez. Karol shares their incredible journey from experimenting with makeup in high school to building a successful freelance business and personal brand through the power of content creation.

Discover how Karol turned their passion into a thriving career, the role social media played in attracting dream clients, and their advice for other creatives on showing up authentically online.

Whether you're an aspiring makeup artist, a content creator, or just someone looking for career inspiration, Karol's story is full of actionable insights and real talk about making it in the beauty industry.

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https://www.instagram.com/karolscorner/

https://www.tiktok.com/@karolscorner

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Are creators missing out on the potential of crowdfunding? In this episode of deepfeed, Winter sits down with Brett Dashevsky to explore the hidden power of crowdfunding for creators.

Brett is the the Head of Content Creators at Kickstarter as well as the Founder of Creator Economy NYC and comments analytics tool Siftsy. Here he reveals how crowdfunding goes beyond just raising money – it's a game-changer for marketing, product testing, audience engagement, and brand growth.

Throughout the conversation, Brett explains why many creators overlook the full potential of crowdfunding and how it can help turn your audience into investors and backers. He discusses the unique benefits of crowdfunding while also addressing common misconceptions. Brett shares real success stories from creators who leveraged crowdfunding to build lasting, successful brands.

If you're a creator, entrepreneur, or someone looking to scale your brand, this episode is packed with valuable insights into how crowdfunding can unlock new opportunities and transform your growth strategy.

🔗 Learn more about Creator Economy NYC: https://creatoreconomynyc.com/

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In this episode of deepfeed Podcast, Winter sits down for a virtual session with Oren John, a marketer and content creator who transformed his career through the power of consistent content creation and strategic marketing.

We dive deep into how Oren went from being a graphic designer to building multiple successful brands and growing a loyal audience across platforms. He shares his formula for creating a viral content strategy, the importance of testing and refining ideas, and why staying consistent is the real key to long-term growth.

Whether you're a content creator, entrepreneur, or marketer, Oren's journey offers valuable insights on how to scale fast and create content that truly resonates. Learn why small wins and incremental improvements matter and discover the secret strategies Oren used to turn followers into customers without feeling like you're "selling."

Follow Oren: https://www.instagram.com/orenmeetsworld/ https://www.tiktok.com/@orenmeetsworld

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In this episode of deepfeed, personal branding expert Nicky Saunders reveals her powerful strategies for growing a loyal audience and mastering content creation in 2024. Discover how Nicky has grown her own following using consistency, authenticity, and powerful AI tools for content creation. Learn how to build a strong online presence, grow your personal brand, and monetize your content through value-driven strategies. Whether you're a content creator, influencer, or entrepreneur, Nicky's insights will help you take your social media strategy to the next level. 🔗 Learn more about how Nicky can help you: https://www.videoask.com/fh6koo2b4 🔗 💌 Sign up for Creative Commerce, a newsletter featuring new podcast episodes and a weekly roundup of social media news, trends, and inspiration: https://creative-commerce.beehiiv.com

In this episode, Winter sits down with Ryan Fitzgibbon, the visionary behind Hello Mr., a groundbreaking print magazine that celebrated men who date men. Over its ten-issue lifespan, the incredible indie magazine became the first home for some of the most prestigious queer voices of a generation.

Ryan shares his journey in the world of queer media, the challenges and triumphs of self-publishing, and insights from his newly released book called 'A Great Gay Book: Stories of Growth, Belonging, and Other Queer Possibilities.' This book contains a gorgeously designed collection of art, essays, short fiction, poetry, interviews, profiles, and photography from the archives of the beloved queer magazine Hello Mr. as well as new material from today's biggest LGBTQ+ creatives.

🔗 Order 'A Great Gay Book': https://agreatgaybook.com/

In this episode of deepfeed, Winter chats with Gabriel Gomez, Verizon's Social Strategy and Brand Engagement Lead. Gabriel shares his journey transitioning from the PR agency Edelman to leading social strategy at one of the world's largest telecom companies. He reveals how his team strives to humanize the brand, engage the community, and leverage social media trends. Discover his unique approach to building an engaging and unified social media strategy.

In this insightful interview, Winter sits down with Lola Catero, investor and branding expert, to explore her journey from the tech world to revolutionizing the fashion industry with The Majority Group. Through The Majority Group, Lola focuses on shifting purchasing dollars to brands that are evolving the style-status-quo and building within their values and vision — without compromising vibes.

The Majority Group supports brands by spotlighting them on their podcast Style as Identity, writing checks through The Majority Group Investment Syndicate, and providing advisory and mentorship.

Here Lola shares her unique approach to building value-driven and sustainable fashion brands that resonate with diverse audiences.