You don’t need a large following on Instagram to get paid brand deals. But there are a few things you do need! In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the things that brands actually care about when working with an influencer on a brad deal. 

If you’re ready to start charging brands for the content you make or if you're ready to make more money as an influencer then today’s episode is for you. Tune in to hear my first had experience about working with brands as a smaller influencer and learn how you can earn money without having tens of thousands of Instagram followers.  

Points Worth Listening To: 

• “To work with brands you do not need tens of thousands of followers.” (0:55) 
• By 2022, the influencer industry will be a $15 billion industry. (1:23) 
• Charging based on your engagement rate. (2:23) 
• The truth behind quick hacks to increase following (6:57)
• Why consistency matters (8:09) 
• Earn more by pitching (10:39) 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• How to Charge Brands Episode 
• Lightroom presets 
• Pitch Pro Academy 

Final Thoughts: 

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