Self Made Babe

In this episode of Self Made Babe, I sit down with Nidia Gonzalez, the powerhouse co-founder behind Dream Studios Miami—a creative sanctuary designed “for creatives, by creatives.” Known for its stunning mid-century modern lofts, natural daylight, and panoramic city views, Dream Studios has become the hub for photographers, videographers, podcasters, and entrepreneurs looking to bring their visions to life.

Nidia opens up about what it took to build a space that feels both inspiring and intentional, the challenges of carving out a niche in Miami’s booming creative scene, and how she’s helping brands and creators elevate their content. We talk about her journey from idea to execution, her tips for balancing creativity with business, and what it really takes to create a studio that sparks imagination.

Whether you’re a content creator, a brand strategist, or just someone chasing their next big idea, this episode will leave you feeling ready to “create, capture, and inspire” — just like Dream Studios.

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From DIY to Stan: Qetsiyah Jacobson on Creator Marketing, LinkedIn Growth & Navigating Career Pivots. I had the pleasure of interviewing Qetsiyah Jacobson, Creator Marketing Manager at Stan, on the Self Made Babe® podcast! We dove deep into her DIY career journey, her tips for building a strong personal brand on LinkedIn, and how creators can leverage contact info, avoid common marketing mistakes, and stay ahead of trends — especially in a TikTok-dominated world.If you’re a creator, marketer, or small business owner looking for authentic career advice and actionable marketing wisdom, this episode is for you.🎧

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to Qetsiyah and Stan

02:58 – Qetsiyah's DIY Career Journey

11:10 – Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn

19:17 – The Evolution of Influencer Marketing

25:39 – Tips for Creators and Small Business Owners

27:01 – The Importance of Contact Info for Creators

29:18 – Common Mistakes in Marketing Strategies

34:00 – Staying Updated in Marketing Trends

38:00 – Career Transitions in Marketing

47:09 – The Impact of TikTok on Marketing

50:02 – Personal Accomplishments and Reflections🎧

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In this episode of Self Made Babe, I sit down with Yosef Martin, the founder of BoxyCharm—a beauty subscription empire that scaled from $1.9M in year one to a $500M acquisition by Ipsy.

We talk about how competition became his best mentor, why discipline and motivation are the ultimate success combo, and how scrappy SEO skills and community-led marketing laid the foundation for one of the biggest beauty brand exits of the decade.

Yosef breaks down the mindset, strategy, and daily decisions that led to his massive growth—and shares advice for any founder who's building with big dreams and limited resources.

Whether you’re scaling your brand, building your audience, or figuring it out as you go—this episode is your playbook. Visit our website at www.selfmadebabe.com and follow us on Instagram @selfmadebabe.co and TikTok @selfmadebabe

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Hi, I'm Marie Ann if you're new here, welcome to the Self Made Babe podcast and community! At Self Made Babe, we're on a mission to empower career-driven women, helping them unlock their boundless potential. With a dedicated platform that reaches over 90,000 amazing women online, we've had the privilege of partnering with major brands like Adobe, Logitech, Warner Bros., Vista Print, and many others. Join our vibrant community and embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and success. Together, we're redefining what it means to be a Self Made Babe!⁠www.selfmadebabe.com/⁠Join our lovely Facebook Group:  / selfmadebabe  Instagram: @selfmadebabe.coTikTok: @selfmadebabe

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Hi, I'm Marie Ann if you're new here, welcome to the Self Made Babe podcast and community!

At Self Made Babe, we're on a mission to empower career-driven women, helping them unlock their boundless potential. With a dedicated platform that reaches over 90,000 amazing women online, we've had the privilege of partnering with major brands like Adobe, Logitech, Warner Bros., Vista Print, and many others. Join our vibrant community and embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and success. Together, we're redefining what it means to be a Self Made Babe!⁠www.selfmadebabe.com/⁠

Join our lovely Facebook Group:

https://facebook.com/groups/selfmadebabe/

Check out Riverside.FM with code 'selfmadebabe' : https://creators.riverside.fm/selfmadebabe

Hi, I'm Marie Ann if you're new here, welcome to the Self Made Babe podcast and community!

At Self Made Babe, we're on a mission to empower career-driven women, helping them unlock their boundless potential. With a dedicated platform that reaches over 90,000 amazing women online, we've had the privilege of partnering with major brands like Adobe, Logitech, Warner Bros., Vista Print, and many others. Join our vibrant community and embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and success. Together, we're redefining what it means to be a Self Made Babe!
www.selfmadebabe.com/

Join our lovely Facebook Group:

https://facebook.com/groups/selfmadebabe/