Full-Time Influencer Podcast

Have you ever seen content creators sharing their amazing lives online, and wondered, “How can they afford to do all this”? In today’s day and age, you can actually make a living just by posting on social media! Sound too good to be true? What if I told you influencers are actually making multiple 6 or even 7 figures? Today we’re diving deep into the ways that influencers can make money (brand deals, affiliate income, and more) and how you too can also do what you love for a living.

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-11

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Timestamps:

(4:24) - Primary influencer income: brand deals.

(13:00) - Other sources: affiliate income.

(18:43) - Ad revenue, another common income stream for influencers.

(25:18) - Physical products as another income stream.

(35:25) - Coaching/memberships: another full-time income option.

(41:37) - Host/speaker income: another option for influencers.

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If you had the opportunity to ask an influencer with 500K+ followers any question, what would it be? Keep that question in mind- today we’re answering 21 questions from followers, covering topics like what to post when you’re starting out, how to land brand collaborations, and even an influencer’s salary! Whether you’re just curious about the lifestyle or a full-fledged influencer already, the info shared today will definitely be valuable.

(Correction: the amount of money YouTubers take home is RPM, not CPR!)

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-10

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Timestamps:

(2:25) - Are you an influencer, a content creator, or...

(7:19) - What do you think you should start posting to establish yourself?

(10:15) - How long it took Tina to get to her first 100K followers

(12:16) - Do you specifically have a budget set for travels?

(24:05) - Worst nightmare as an influencer

(25:14) - The most difficult part of your job?

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

As both a true crime junkie and an influencer in the public eye, personal safety is something I think about every day. Influencer’s lives include many aspects of physical safety that you wouldn't have to worry about if you didn’t have a following, including public solo shoots, meeting up with photographers, and posting your daily life, but online safety can’t be forgotten either: account security, social media scams, and the legal security of your content. Today we’re doing a deep dive into everything you should be aware of to stay safe as a content creator. 

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-9

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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👈🏻 

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Timestamps:

(1:02) - Story about Oregon trip from a few years ago

(7:49) - Be prepared when traveling to areas without signal

(9:18) - Safety tips for creating content and traveling alone

(20:43) - Safety measures when meeting new people online

(22:54) - Privacy concerns and internet safety

(41:16) - Legal and intellectual property safety: be aware and educated

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

Everyone has to multitask, but influencers do it more than most, and Lindsay Silberman might do it most of all. Balancing a personal brand on Instagram, an extensive lifestyle blog, and a small business that grows every day could easily lead to burnout, but Lindsay is surviving and thriving, and she’ll be sharing her top tips for balance with you. 

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-8

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Timestamps:

(4:15) - Lindsay's move to Miami and what sparked it.

(5:24) - How journalism background helped transition to content creation.

(13:50) - Value of adding blog posts to campaigns for influencers and brands.

(23:36) - Transition from travel to beauty and skincare.

(29:41) - Journey of creating and selling hotel lobby candles

(45:49) - Breakdown of income streams: brand sponsorships, hotel lobby candle, affiliate income.

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

"How are you able to travel so much?" "How can I become a travel influencer?" "How many followers do I need before I pitch to hotels?" In today's episode we will be answering all of these questions and more as we discuss how influencers are able to travel for free (AND get paid on top of that!).

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-7

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Timestamps:

(3:51) -We are powerful marketing sources for travel industry.

(5:38) - Influencers save money by reaching specific audience demographics.

(9:28) - We show behind-the-scenes and unedited realities of locations.

(9:57) - We drive traffic and provide repurposable content for brands.

(12:31) - Online advertising is cheaper and more effective with influencers.

(24:08) - Number of followers is less important than audience and brand fit.

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

We may be living the perfect insta-worthy life now, but did you know that my husband (then boyfriend) actually did NOT think that my Instagram page was going to go anywhere? And now he is my biggest supporter! In this episode I interview my OWN husband - Mr. D! We talk about navigating relationships as a content creator, what to do if your SO doesn't support your social media goals, how to find balance while traveling, what you can do to make it as easy as possible for them to help you out, and more!

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-6

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Timestamps:

(2:03) - How Tina met Mr. D

(18:38) - Started the blog, Mr. D was skeptical at first

(29:40) - Ways to take better photos & getting S.O to help

(41:28) - Explained how Mr. D came to understand social media

(46:25) - Mr. D quit his job and career changes during Covid

(53:57) - Advice on finances and the difficulty of creating & working for money

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

I’ve met so many successful influencers and content creators in my time on the Instagram platform, and after a while, I began to realize that quite a few of them have some very similar traits in common. In this episode, I’ll be discussing those traits, which include: - being self-aware about your skills and experience - willingness to experiment and try new things - the TRUTH about talent - why consistency in showing up is SO important in the beginning - why you NEED to be willing to make yourself uncomfortable.

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-5

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Timestamps:

(3:49) Self-awareness is the first key to becoming an influencer.

(15:44) Key 2: Talent or willingness to learn.

(20:55) Key 3: Hard work and persistence.

(28:33) Key 4: Passion for what you do.

(31:48) Key 5: Willingness to change things up.

(33:45) Last point: Adaptability and risk-taking are important.

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

Everybody wants to get paid more, but negotiating that pay increase is easier said than done- unless you’re Oneika Raymond. Nobody knows the art of the deal better than Oneika, who’s turned her small travel blog into a multiple six-figure brand, and she’s here to teach you how to negotiate your way into getting PAID to live your best life!

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-4

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Timestamps:

(1:26) - From educator to TV host, writer, and travel influencer.

(7:30) - Quit her teaching job with only 10k Instagram followers.

(9:25)- Consistency and authenticity were key to her growth as an influencer.

(20:52) - Starting on Instagram was a turning point in her career.

(36:56) - Her income as an influencer is far better than as a teacher.

(41:58) - Instagram campaigns, and valuing work & time

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

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

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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👈🏻 

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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.

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

We all dream of getting paid to do what we love, but what exactly can you get paid for as a content creator? Sarah Funk (@sarahfunky)is sharing all the details of her many income streams as a content creator: the struggles she faced during her first year - the multiple sources of income she now generates - her best tips for getting started and getting PAID For those who want to go full time as content creators but are worried about the financial implications, this episode is a must-hear!

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-2

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Timestamps:

(8:37) - Consistent, quality content for 5 months before channel blew up

(11:46) - New York Sports Tourist Traps video went viral, grew followers

(13:13) - GoDaddy recognized her, became show host for School of Hustle

(18:15) - Next step was virtual tours, made multiple six figures

(24:57) - Income walkthrough, break down streams of revenue

(33:53) - Travel concierge service, private and IG tours

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