What can a self-described “bop” and OnlyFans creator's story teach you about having a thick skin, finding your confidence, and turning negative stigma into a successful brand? A lot more than you'd think.

Let's talk about the brilliance of Ari Kytsya—a 24-year-old digital powerhouse who turned a stigmatized label into a thriving digital brand. With millions of followers, contracts with major mainstream brands like Urban Decay, and even speaking about her unusual journey at Universities, Ari has cracked the code on how to build a creator economy-driven business by being radically transparent, smartly strategic, and completely herself.

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Give me 25 minutes, and I’ll show you how to accomplish your goals in 2026, with a "soft hustle, lazy girl" approach. We are working smarter, not harder, and making progress without the burnout spiral a serious flex (because we’re not suffering for success anymore).

No guilt, no complicated frameworks, or 47-step routine necessary.

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In 2026, everything you know about content is going to change. I’m going through some of the biggest 2026 content trends that I see shaping how brands and creators will show up and actually connect in a content-saturated digital world.

From livestreaming and “unpolished” storytelling to AI co-creators, mixed reality, and the rise of the virtual influencer, these are real shifts already happening across industries. And most importantly, they’ll impact how you build a relevant, consistent, and trustworthy brand presence in the year ahead.

RESOURCE FROM THIS EPISODE: 50+ Custom Video Ideas to Create Content for Your Niche: https://bit.ly/4pq1EKY

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This episode was originally created as part of a separate video-only series called “Everything I Know, I Learned from _____,” where I explore the presence that make certain icons in pop culture, history, and more, so magnetic. But the takeaways were too good not to share, and as I'm currently recording more episodes for season 2 (!!) I wanted to leave this with you as you're coming out of your Thanksgiving coma.

Blake Lively may be making headlines for all the wrong reasons lately, but one thing's for sure: she knows how to keep people talking about her. From her IDGAF energy and unique ability to command a room to her secret to "disarming" criticism, Blake can teach us a thing or two about subtle power.

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Craving a fresh start in a new city? Wondering if it’s time to finally pack up and go—or if you’re just romanticizing the escape? In this honest, heartfelt episode, I’m sharing the emotional side of moving—from that initial spark of “Could I actually move here?” to the very real challenges of starting over in your 20s and 30s.

Whether you're moving to find yourself, considering a solo move for personal growth, or feeling stuck where you live, this episode will help you gain clarity on your next chapter. I’ll unpack the geographic cure (spoiler: moving doesn’t magically fix everything), the pros and cons of relocating, how to reinvent yourself without losing your grounding, and how to build community when the loneliness hits after a big move.

You’ll walk away with tangible reflection prompts and mindset tools to figure out if you’re moving to escape… or to truly grow.

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Emma Chamberlain reinvented what it means to be a digital creator in the modern world, crossing over niches from YouTube vlogger and content creator to met gala host to coffee entrepreneur behind Chamberlain Coffee. This is the Emma Chamberlain story about how a relatable teen with a camera grew from creating silly videos to a household name. I’ll share why every creative should take notes, such as the genius moves behind her editing style, her unapologetically relatable vlogging approach, and how she turned her love for coffee into a multimillion-dollar business.

Emma Chamberlain’s journey will leave you inspired (and probably craving an iced latte).

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Rihanna impacted the makeup, skincare, and fashion industries, building her billion-dollar empire through Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, and Savage X Fenty. This is how she did it her way, using humble beginnings growing up in Barbados to infuse her identity into every product to build brands that actually mean something. Plus, I reverse engineer the takeaways that you can apply yourself so you can build a creative empire of your own.

We love a good self-made billionaire story! Besides, it's great inspo if you’re a creative professional, entrepreneur, or multi-passionate woman who’s tired of playing small and curious how you can create an iconic brand. 

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What if the most magnetic thing about you... isn’t how loud you are, but how tuned in you are? I’ll share how a tiny moment at a gym of all places revealed a powerful truth: being present, perceptive, and energetically aware can transform how people respond to you: at work, in relationships, and in creative spaces. I’ll share micro-practices to build trust, boost confidence, and deepen connection. Plus, real-life examples of awareness in meetings, conflict, friendships, and creative collaboration.

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Forget playing it safe. The brands winning (and going viral) right now aren’t the ones following the rules...they’re the ones breaking them with humor, chaos, and unapologetic creativity. From Chipotle’s genius collaboration to Duolingo’s chaotic owl, Scrub Daddy’s dark humor, Nutter Butter’s fever-dream TikToks, and Sour Patch Kids’ snarky genius, I'll get into why these campaigns prove that being "unhinged" works.

You’ll learn how these viral marketing campaigns turned weird ideas into massive engagement, what makes chaotic marketing actually strategic, and how to use these lessons to build a brand people love.

Whether you’re a content creator, social media manager, brand strategist, or just a creative obsessed with the latest content marketing trends, this episode is your cheat code for standing out online. Discover what unhinged marketing, meme marketing, and Gen Z humor can teach you about authenticity, virality, and creative risk-taking in 2025.

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• How chaos became a marketing strategy (and why it works)
• The formula behind iconic viral brand moments
• Why humor and weirdness are dominating marketing trends
• Practical ideas to spark engagement and loyalty — even from your couch

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Social media has made it easier than ever to feel connected—but what if that connection crosses boundaries? This is the dark side of parasocial relationships—those one-sided bonds between fans and creators that can blur reality, spark obsession, and, in extreme cases, end in tragedy.

From parasocial relationship examples involving everyday creators to high-profile cases of celebrity stalking—including Ryan Gosling, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Selena Quintanilla and more—this episode breaks down how these bonds form between artist and audience, why they’re so powerful, and what happens when admiration turns dangerous. You'll learn about  10 famous cases of scary celebrity fandom, plus how parasocial relationships work as both a brand-building tool and a cautionary tale for anyone growing an audience online.

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