In this episode of The Creator Money Show, Abby sits down with Megan Collier to talk about the untapped opportunity in UGC,  especially for creators who think they might be “too old” or too late to start.

Abby and Megan talk about why brands need creators of all ages, how UGC can create both income and purpose, and why comparison can actually become proof that there is room for you too. 

They also discuss the business side of content creation, including staying organized, outsourcing bookkeeping, investing in support, and building a business that gives you more freedom in your life.

This episode is a reminder that your age, personality, story, and lived experience are not things you need to hide, they may be exactly what makes you valuable.

Key Moments:

00:00 Why Comparison Can Become Proof

02:21 How Megan Found UGC

06:00 The Brand Deal That Changed Her Future

08:43 Why Brands Need Older Creators

16:34 Building a Community for Gen X and Boomers

17:50 What UGC Has Made Possible

20:16 The Systems That Helped Megan Scale

25:31 The Best Investment in Her Business

31:20 The Mistake That Holds Creators Back

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Investment advisory services are offered through Creator Money, a DBA of Forefront Advisor Network, an Investment Adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The presence of this podcast shall not be directly or indirectly interpreted as a solicitation of investment advisory services to persons in another jurisdiction unless otherwise permitted by statute. FAN/FWP will not provide follow-up or individualized responses to consumers in a particular state when rendering personalized investment advice for compensation without first complying with jurisdiction requirements or pursuant to an applicable state exemption. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel before implementation. Investing in securities involves risks, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

What happens when success comes faster than you’re ready for?

In this episode of The Creator Money Show, Abby sits down with Kirsten Tyrrel, a performance coach for female entrepreneurs, to talk about building success that actually feels good.

Kirsten shares her story of making over $1 million a year, leading a team of more than 6,000 women, and realizing that the business she built no longer felt aligned.

Abby and Kirsten discuss sudden success, money beliefs, burnout, nervous system capacity, confidence, and how to build a business that supports your life instead of consuming it.

This episode is for creators and entrepreneurs who want to make more money, grow with intention, and build success they can actually enjoy.

Key Moments:

00:00 What Happens When Success Comes Too Fast?

02:23 How Kirsten Built a Million Dollar Business

07:50 The Struggles of Overnight Success

15:18 Building a Solid Foundation for Success

21:07 The Deeper Meaning of Wealth

22:59 Embracing Deservingness and Joy in Success

25:14 Building with Intention: The Importance of Self-Audit

27:31 Alignment Journaling Brings Clarity

29:00 Why Financial Planning is Never Finished

30:18 Aligning Mind and Body for Business Success

34:03 Authenticity in Business: The Power of Being You

39:54 Your Business Can Feel Calm and Easy

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In this episode, Abby shares a real client case study to show what financial planning actually looks like beyond just investing.

Abby walks through the story of Jane and Ben, a couple with a successful YouTube channel, four kids, growing cash, and some big financial questions. She explains how holistic financial planning helps organize all the moving pieces like business cash flow, retirement accounts, kids’ savings, life insurance, estate planning, taxes, and major family decisions.

The episode highlights why financial planning is an ongoing relationship, not a one-time plan, because life and business are always changing.

This episode is for creators who are earning more money and starting to wonder, “What should we actually be doing with it?” and “When should I hire a financial advisor?”

Key Moments

00:00 What Is Financial Planning?

03:18 Coordinating Financial Professionals

04:30 Client Case Study: Jane and Ben

08:38 Creator Money Onboarding Process Explained

09:00 Organizing Financial Information

11:06 Do I need an Estate Plan or Life Insurance?

12:48 Deciding on the Right Plan

16:11 Implementing the Financial Plan

16:54 When To Start Working with a Financial Planner

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Investment advisory services are offered through Creator Money, a DBA of Forefront Advisor Network, an Investment Adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The presence of this podcast shall not be directly or indirectly interpreted as a solicitation of investment advisory services to persons in another jurisdiction unless otherwise permitted by statute. FAN/FWP will not provide follow-up or individualized responses to consumers in a particular state when rendering personalized investment advice for compensation without first complying with jurisdiction requirements or pursuant to an applicable state exemption. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel before implementation. Investing in securities involves risks, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

In this episode of The Creator Money Show, Abby is joined by Paige Haynes to talk about something every creator needs but many avoid: sales.

Whether creators are pitching brands, following up with potential partners, negotiating repeat work, or trying to build long-term business relationships, selling is part of building a creator business. But it does not have to feel pushy, awkward, or sleazy.

Paige shares how creators can shift their mindset around follow-up, stay top of mind without annoying people, and create a simple outreach system that helps build real opportunities. 

Abby and Paige also talk about using social proof, making thoughtful connections, outsourcing wisely, and why business owners do not get a medal for doing everything alone.

This episode is for creators who want to confidently sell themselves, follow up with brands, and build stronger relationships in their business.

Key Moments:

00:00 Selling Without Feeling Sleazy

03:57 Sales: Start With Who You're Talking To

05:18 The Importance of Mindset in Sales

08:48 Make Your Outreach Actually Helpful

10:39 Adding Value Through Follow-Ups

14:04 Use Social Proof to Build Trust

16:06 Sending Physical Products to Create Connection

17:21 The 20-10-5 Outreach Framework

22:28 Keeping Your Networking Organized

24:35 Leveraging Others Expertise and Community

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• Thanks.com

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Investment advisory services are offered through Creator Money, a DBA of Forefront Advisor Network, an Investment Adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The presence of this podcast shall not be directly or indirectly interpreted as a solicitation of investment advisory services to persons in another jurisdiction unless otherwise permitted by statute. FAN/FWP will not provide follow-up or individualized responses to consumers in a particular state when rendering personalized investment advice for compensation without first complying with jurisdiction requirements or pursuant to an applicable state exemption. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel before implementation. Investing in securities involves risks, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

What’s the difference between being rich and being wealthy?

In this episode of The Creator Money Show, Abby breaks down why making more money does not automatically create financial security; especially for creators with unpredictable income and short peak earning windows.

You’ll hear real-life examples of high earners who spent too much, everyday people who quietly built lasting wealth, and why simple repeated habits often matter more than one big paycheck, viral moment, or “perfect” investment.

Abby also shares a simple four-step framework creators can use to start turning income into wealth: know your numbers, save first, invest, and repeat.

Because wealth is not built by looking rich. It is built by creating systems that help your money last.

Key Moments:

00:00 The Lie Creators Believe About Money

01:26 Rich vs. Wealthy

02:41 Johnny Depp's $2M Monthly Lifestyle

04:06 The Janitor Who Built $8 Million

05:29 You Can't Outrun Bad Spending Behavior

07:49 Why High Earners Still Live Paycheck to Paycheck

09:06 Why Income Doesn’t Equal Wealth

10:05 Wealth Comes Through Systems

12:03 Why Wealth Feels More Complicated Than It Is

12:57 A Simple Wealth Framework for Creators

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• Goldman Sachs 2025 Retirement Survey and Insights

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Investment advisory services are offered through Creator Money, a DBA of Forefront Advisor Network, an Investment Adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The presence of this podcast shall not be directly or indirectly interpreted as a solicitation of investment advisory services to persons in another jurisdiction unless otherwise permitted by statute. FAN/FWP will not provide follow-up or individualized responses to consumers in a particular state when rendering personalized investment advice for compensation without first complying with jurisdiction requirements or pursuant to an applicable state exemption. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel before implementation. Investing in securities involves risks, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

In this episode of The Creator Money Show, Abby sits down with Anna Mongiello of A+ Socials to talk about the real business behind UGC, not just the highlight-reel version we see online.

Anna shares how she went from high school teacher to full-time UGC creator, why she believes UGC is “50% business and 50% content,” and what creators need to understand before the brand deals start coming in.

They talk about personal branding, income fluctuations, retainer clients, multiple revenue streams, and the behind-the-scenes work that often gets left out of the conversation.

Anna also opens up about the tax mistakes that cost her thousands, why creators need to know their monthly number, and the importance of building a financial foundation before your business takes off.

This episode is a realistic, encouraging conversation for creators who want to build a sustainable UGC business, not just chase the next brand deal.

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00:00 The Truth Most UGC Coaches Don't Talk About

03:32 She Started UGC for Free Stuff… Then Built a Business

04:56 From Teaching to Full-Time Creator

05:58 Why Personal Branding Helps UGC Creators Get Paid More

12:26 Build the Business Foundation Before the Brand Deals Come

17:03 What Is A+ Socials?

18:18 How Much Money Can UGC Creators Actually Make?

22:01 Navigating Income Fluctuations and Multiple Streams

28:08 The Tax Mistake That Cost Anna $20k

30:11 One of the Biggest Financial Mistake Creators Make

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Investment advisory services are offered through Creator Money, a DBA of Forefront Advisor Network, an Investment Adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. The presence of this podcast shall not be directly or indirectly interpreted as a solicitation of investment advisory services to persons in another jurisdiction unless otherwise permitted by statute. FAN/FWP will not provide follow-up or individualized responses to consumers in a particular state when rendering personalized investment advice for compensation without first complying with jurisdiction requirements or pursuant to an applicable state exemption. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel before implementation. Investing in securities involves risks, including the potential for loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment plan or strategy will be successful.

Welcome to the first episode of The Creator Money Show.

This show is here to help creators make the money side of their business feel simpler, cleaner, and less overwhelming.

In this episode, I’m sharing why I started the show, why creators face such unique financial challenges, and why making money online is not the same thing as building lasting wealth.

We’ll talk about taxes, cash flow, contracts, inconsistent income, emotional money decisions, and how to turn your influence into something that supports your family for the long term.

You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let me be your money buddy and we’ll figure it out together.

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