In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Kristen and David, the travel-loving couple behind @upscaleadventurers, who grew from just 107 followers to nearly 60,000 in under a year, all while working full-time jobs.

They prove that you don’t need to quit your job, travel full-time, or be a Gen Z to become a successful creator. By leaning into their strengths (hello Type A systems!) and building a niche around upscale adventure travel, they’ve built a brand that converts with one Reel alone gaining 34,000 followers and over 18 million views.

We're diving deep into the strategies that helped them get traction fast, how they monetized their page before hitting 10K followers, and what mindset shifts helped them finally stop procrastinating and go all in.

We’re covering:

• How Kristen and David grew from 107 to 60K+ followers in less than 12 months

• Their viral Patagonia video that gained 34K followers overnight

• How they built a monetization system with affiliate links (yes, even with under 10K)

• The mindset blocks they had to overcome (and how a podcast episode changed everything)

• Their exact weekly schedule for content creation while working 9-to-5

• How being Type A and organized became their superpower

• Why their niche pivot from points & miles to upscale hiking paid off

• Their take on batching, repurposing content, and editing on desktop vs phone

• What they wish they knew before starting as creators in their 30s

If you’ve ever thought, “It’s too late for me,” or “I don’t have enough time,” this episode will give you a real look at what’s actually possible with a plan and a little mindset magic.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES Free 4-Figure Creator Masterclass: https://upscaleadventurers--theloverspassport.thrivecart.com/4-figures-in-4-weeks-webinar/ Follow Kristen & David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upscaleadventurers/ 

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with Liz and Leon, winners of our 2024 Breakthrough Creator of the Year award, who grew from just 6,000 to over 82,000 followers while working full-time jobs and living in the UK.

They’re proving that you don’t need to live in the U.S., be in your 20s, or travel full-time to become a successful content creator. In fact, they built a thriving page by leaning into everything they once thought disqualified them, from repurposing old safari footage to owning their UK-based lifestyle and turning it into a pillar of their brand.

In this conversation, we’re diving deep into how they’ve stood out in the saturated travel niche, balanced content creation as a couple, and restructured their lives to avoid burnout while still posting every day.

We’re covering:

• How Liz and Leon grew from 6K to 82K followers while working 9-to-5s

• What finally gave them the confidence to start after years of excuses

• How they landed on a safari niche (without constantly traveling abroad)

• Their unique system for repurposing content without annoying their audience

• Tips for working together as a couple without burning out your relationship

• The mindset shifts that helped them go all-in, even in their 30s

• How they manage energy and time when their “vacation” is now work

If you’ve ever thought, “I’m too old for this,” or “I don’t live somewhere exciting enough,” or “My partner’s not on board,” this episode is going to change the way you see what’s possible.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

Free 4-Figure Creator Masterclass: https://mrandmrsdadventures--theloverspassport.thrivecart.com/4-figures-in-4-weeks-webinar/ 

Follow Liz and Leon on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mrandmrsd.adventures/ 

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we are going through all the BIGGEST problems that see with content creations and why they aren’t growing. We asked our Creator Passport Challenge Facebook page of over 2,000 content creators what their biggest problems were, and this is what they said they were struggling the most with. 

We’re covering:

• Why so many creators struggle with Account Blindness 

• How to increase your views on Videos 

• Does trending Audio actually matter? 

• How long it takes for you to start to see results from posting

• Why you may not be gaining new followers daily 

• How to increase your conversion data 

• The difference between posting on Instagram and TikTok 

• How to post consistently with a 9-5 job

• Whether you should post old content or new content 

Whether you’re working full-time, feel stuck in your growth, or you’re just looking for a way to start getting more views on Instagram, this episode is for you. 

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

Join our Free Workshop: https://checkout.theloverspassport.com/4-figures-in-4-weeks-webinar/ 

Join TCP 4.0 Priority Waitlist:  https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/khtke8bt9o 

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sitting down with LoriAnne, one of our most inspiring TCP students, who went from 40 to over 12,700 followers in just a few short months, while working a full-time 9-to-5 job.

We’re diving into how LoriAnne used her Type A travel planning skills and creative storytelling to carve out a unique niche in the saturated travel creator space. From being stuck in analysis paralysis for nearly a decade to finally taking the leap into content creation and growing fast, LoriAnne shares what finally pushed her to start, and how she’s built real momentum without quitting her day job or constantly hopping on a plane.

We’re covering:

• How Laurieann grew from 40 to 12.7k+ followers in just 70 posts

• Her simple system for planning high-converting, helpful travel content

• How to stand out in a crowded niche without reinventing the wheel

• The mindset shifts that helped her overcome fear and finally hit post

• Her tips for balancing a 9-to-5 while building a personal brand

• What to do when you feel like you’ve “missed the boat” or are starting too late

• How she uses data (without getting overwhelmed) to create viral, authentic content

Whether you’re working full-time, feel stuck in your growth, or you’re just tired of waiting for the “perfect time” to start, this episode is your permission slip to stop overthinking and just start.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

Free Creator Masterclass: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp 

Follow Laurieann on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderwithpassion/

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re diving into one of the most heartwarming and viral success stories from our community, how a full-time teacher grew from 900 to over 80,000 followers by sharing her creative classroom adventures.

We’re joined by Trisha, an inspiring educator who combined her love of travel and teaching to build a unique content niche that’s now impacting classrooms around the world. From transforming her classroom into a full-blown flight to China, to building out an educational series that went massively viral (hello, 45 MILLION views!), this episode is packed with tangible lessons for anyone looking to grow while staying true to their purpose.

We’re covering:

• How Trisha turned one classroom activity into a signature video series

• The behind-the-scenes strategy that led to explosive growth (without burning out)

• How to grow as a creator with a full-time job

• Her best tips for storytelling, batching, and building community

• How she handled the viral hate comments, and what kept her grounded

• The mindset shift that changed everything for her content

• Why consistency > perfection, and how it paid off

If you’re a creator juggling a 9-to-5, looking for inspiration to find your voice, or dreaming of launching a series that sticks, this episode is for you.

🎒 LINKS & RESOURCES

TCP Masterclass: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp 

Follow Trisha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsdepasquale/ 

Check out her educational travel guides: www.mrsdepasquale.com 

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down one of the most important (and most confusing) parts of growing as a content creator: nailing your niche.

Whether you’re a beginner who loves everything and doesn’t want to choose, an intermediate creator ready to pivot, or an advanced creator looking to expand your audience, we’re covering exactly how to figure out what niche makes sense for you and how to grow within (and beyond) it without confusing your audience or the algorithm.

We’re sharing:

• Our own niche evolution from California road trips to international bucket list adventures

• How to choose a niche you’ll actually enjoy long-term (without getting stuck or bored) 

• Why a niche matters for building a loyal following and landing brand deals

• The difference between a pivot and a U-turn, and when it’s time to start a new account

• The biggest mistakes we see creators make when picking or changing niches

• How to shift your content without losing your audience

• Actionable exercises to help you narrow down (or refine) your niche today

If you’ve ever felt stuck posting the same thing, worried about changing directions, or overwhelmed by “niching down” advice, this episode is your roadmap to clarity.

✨ LINKS & RESOURCES

LINKS: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp 

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re breaking down the real cost of becoming a full-time content creator, no fluff, no BS, just the actual numbers, tools, and sacrifices it takes to build a travel creator business from the ground up.

Whether you’re just starting out and bootstrapping your journey with $30 or scaling to a six- or seven-figure brand with employees, software, and taxes galore, we’re walking you through everything we’ve spent (and what we’d do differently) so you can budget smarter and grow faster.

We're diving into:

• The true startup cost of becoming a travel content creator (spoiler: it can be under $50!)

• The must-have gear to start creating high-quality content, with just your phone

• Our go-to editing apps, photo tools, and where to save vs. splurge

• A full breakdown of the software stack we use (and which are actually worth it)

• How we reinvested early income to scale our business sustainably

• Hidden costs most creators don’t talk about: taxes, insurance, employee benefits & more

• The mental + physical toll of full-time travel and how to set healthy expectations

• Our top advice for making travel content when you can’t afford to travel yet

• How we turned a $20K honeymoon into thousands in blog & YouTube revenue

Plus, we’re sharing the time commitment it really takes to build a successful creator brand, and how to know when it’s time to invest in help or go full-time.

LINKSJoin the Creator Passport Priority Waitlist to get exclusive access: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp 

$30 Amazon Tripod: https://amzn.to/4iH8ibp 

ManyChat (free month): manychat.com/creators?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=cold&utm_campaign=TLP&utm_content=IG 

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sharing everything no one tells you about what actually happens when your content goes viral on social media, whether it’s your first time or your tenth. From hitting millions of views overnight to navigating hate comments, crashing your inbox, and even landing in the Washington Post and Fox News, we’re breaking down the real-life aftermath of virality. More importantly, we’re giving you the exact strategies to prepare, capitalize, and protect your brand when your post takes off.

We’re diving into:

• What “going viral” really means (and the 3 types of virality no one talks about)

• How our first viral video gained us 30k+ followers in 24 hours

• The biggest mistakes we made after going viral and how to avoid them

• The power of timely CTA's, pinned posts, and optimizing your link in bio

• Why having something to promote is essential BEFORE you go viral

• How one viral Coachella video led to news interviews and thousands in sales

• What to do when the wrong audience (or haters) starts showing up in droves

• Why Manychat can both supercharge AND temporarily crash your account 

• The viral video that nearly tanked someone’s niche and how to prevent that from happening to you

• What to do when your analytics go haywire and brand deal demographics shift

• How to mentally protect your peace as a creator when hate starts pouring in

Plus, we’re sharing a checklist of the 5 things you should set up TODAY to be ready for your next viral moment.

👉 BONUS: Want our viral-ready checklist and tools?

Grab our FREE Paid to Post Blueprint to start monetizing your content, even if you’re just starting out:

https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp

🛠️ Tools & Resources Mentioned:

ManyChat (Get your first month free): manychat.com/creators?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=cold&utm_campaign=TLP&utm_content=IG

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on what really happens when you post on Instagram every. single. day. for three years straight. Spoiler alert: it completely changed our lives—and our business. From launching The Lovers Passport to scaling to a million followers and building a 7-figure brand, we’re sharing the full journey—raw, unfiltered, and jam-packed with takeaways you can apply right now.

• We’re diving into: How a 30-day posting challenge sparked three years of daily content

• The growth trajectory from 30k to 1M+ followers

• How daily content helped us quit our full-time jobs and go all-in

• What actually went viral (and why)

• The top systems that made posting daily possible

• How we batch content in under 1 hour per day

• Why consistency always beats talent (yes, always)

• What separates the top 1% of our students from the rest

• How to improve every post by just 1% and why it matters

• What not to do if you want long-term growth and momentum

• The truth about burnout, creative block, and taking intentional breaks

Plus, we’re giving you a step-by-step breakdown of the exact system we used to stay consistent—even while working full-time, traveling the world, and building multiple brands at once.

👉 BONUS: Grab our free Paid to Post Blueprint to learn how to land your first (or next) brand deal—no matter your following: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp 

Show Notes:

In this episode of The Creator Passport Podcast, we’re sharing the exact systems we use to save time, avoid burnout, and post daily, even while running three businesses, traveling 5+ months out of the year, and still making time for real life (yes, even pickleball). Over the past four years, we’ve grown from full-time jobs and side hustles to full-time creators managing The Lovers Passport, Creator Passport, and now our newest brand, Assistynt. These time-saving hacks have helped us build a 7-figure creator business, and today, we’re giving you the inside scoop so you can do the same.

We’re diving into:

• Our exact batching schedule (how we post daily with just 1 hour/day)

• The pyramid system for content pillars that makes idea generation so much faster

•  How we trend forecast every Monday & stay ahead without losing flexibility

•  Why you should stop editing Reels on your phone (and what to do instead)

• The productivity tools we swear by (Asana, Otter.ai, ChatGPT & more)

• How to use AI to write captions, scripts, and blog outlines in your voice

• The truth about burnout, hustle culture, and why taking breaks matters

• When (and what) to outsource as a creator to scale your business faster

• Why realistic expectations = sustainable success

Plus, we’re sharing our favorite hacks for deep work, task switching, time tracking, and Monday Hour, the tool that’s helped us take control of our schedule and finally get our time back.

👉 BONUS: Want our exact trend forecasting system? Join the waitlist for TCP 4.0 and get a free lesson: https://theloverspassport.myflodesk.com/tcp