If you're a content creator and want to know more about these things...

• - When do I need an agent?
• - What does an agent help me with?
• - How does an agent get paid?
• - What's a standard vs. predatory split?

...this is the episode for you!

We sat down with our agents, Lissette Calveiro and Leslie Collins of Influence with Impact, to get you the scoop on the state of the creator industry, the importance of advocating for yourself, the benefits of (diverse) representation, key insights into navigating agency partnerships and fair compensation, and much more!

Whether you're a seasoned influencer or new to the space, this episode offers valuable knowledge on succeeding in the creator economy, and how to work with agents (representation).

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Chapters:

00:32 Meet Influence with Impact

00:48 The Creator Industry Landscape

01:20 Lisette's Journey to Influence with Impact

02:19 Leslie's Background and Role

04:27 Starting Influence with Impact

07:09 Addressing Representation and Pay Gaps

13:17 Agency Challenges and Business Management

18:51 Team Culture and Profit Sharing

25:02 Advice for Small Creators

26:09 Negotiating with Brands: Knowing Your Worth

26:31 Understanding the Role of Agencies in Influencer Marketing

27:44 Agency Fees and Payment Structures

28:06 When to Hire a Manager as a Small Creator

30:23 The Importance of Representation and Setting Boundaries

32:39 Red Flags in Agency Contracts

37:32 Exclusive vs. Non-Exclusive Agency Agreements

44:57 Tracking Agency Performance and Transparency

47:23 How to Contact Influence with Impact

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Welcome to Season 2 of the Two Cents Podcast!

This week, Hannah Williams and James Daniels interviewed Clay Simms (@TheCivDiv), a Marine Corps veteran who transitioned from the military to the federal service and is now a full-time content creator.

We discuss the impact of recent federal layoffs on veterans and the US workforce, the disparity between contractor and federal pay, and his successful transition to making videos for the veteran community on YouTube.

Let us know your two cents in the comments! Have you been affected by federal layoffs? Would you make the switch to YouTube if you could?

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📌 Watch Clay's videos  ⁨@TheCivDiv⁩ 

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

00:42 Military Background and Friendship

01:51 Transition to the Federal Sector

02:34 Contractor to Federal Employee

04:03 Pay Differences and Federal Workforce

06:50 Content Creation Journey

08:15 Decision to Leave Federal Job

10:23 Impact of Layoffs and Future Plans

15:18 Unexpected Layoffs in the Federal Workforce

15:59 Impact on Veterans and Federal Employees

16:46 Personal Reflections on Leaving the Workforce

19:36 Advice for Veterans Facing Layoffs

22:19 Government Support for Veterans

25:26 Future Plans and Content Creation

30:18 Final Thoughts and Farewell

#twocentspodcast #federallayoffs #governmentjobs #doge #federaljobs

This week on Two Cents, we're dropping a special bonus episode! Our amazing editor Amanda is on a well-deserved vacation, but we still wanted to show up for you all with an important discussion about women's sports. (Sorry it's audio only!)

We’re diving into whether the WNBA is doing enough to support its players—or if it’s actually holding women’s basketball back. With the rise of Unrivaled, a new 3-on-3 league founded by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, we can’t help but ask: are the WNBA the ops? 🧐

Plus, we have some exciting updates! Two Cents is moving to Tuesdays, and we’re bringing you new interviews with industry experts and key members of our team.

Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Should WNBA players consider a lockout? Are leagues like Unrivaled the future of women’s basketball?

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📌 Watch Unrivaled’s Playoffs & Finals on TNT & Max

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Welcome to a Bonus Episode!

1:32 - Exciting Podcast Updates: Two Cents Tuesdays!

4:15 - The WNBA: Is It Helping or Hurting Women’s Basketball?

6:22 - Unrivaled: A League Built For Players, By Players

9:45 - Unrivaled Players Make More Than WNBA Stars

12:10 - WNBA Teams Practicing in Public Rec Centers?!

14:38 - The Washington Mystics and Performative Support

18:55 - The WNBA’s History of Bad Ownership

21:30 - Should WNBA Players Consider a Lockout?

24:10 - How to Watch Unrivaled’s Playoffs & Finals

#twocentspodcast #wnba #womensbasketball #unrivaled #basketballnews

Major life update! Tune in to hear more about our home renovation update, a big change coming for Salary Transparent Street, exciting new laws passed in New York, and more.

Thanks to New York State for partnering with us on this week's pod! New York State started the year by making life more affordable for its residents! January 1 marked the start of three new laws to put more money in the pockets of New York families: eliminating insulin co-pays for those on state-regulated insurance plans, launching the nation's first paid prenatal leave benefit, and raising the minimum wage statewide. Learn more: dol.ny.gov

Who should we interview on Two Cents? Let us know in the comments!

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How did Hannah climb the corporate ladder, and why did she leave it all behind to start Salary Transparent Street?

On this episode of Two Cents, Hannah breaks down her career journey - from the moment she got bit by the entrepreneurship bug, to a major pivot into data analytics (and how much she made)!

Who should we interview next on Two Cents? Let us know in the comments!

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Before we started Salary Transparent Street, we had careers full of ups and downs, many job hops, and no straight paths.

In part 1, we're breaking down James' career path after high school, and how much he made along the way. James breaks down why he joined the military, what he would've done differently, the straw that broke his sales career, how he landed a desk job at the Pentagon, and much more.

Stay tuned for Hannah's career breakdown coming next!

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With Trump's recent executive orders, lots of workplace rights are up in the air, but we're here to fact-check and help you understand:

- Is discrimination legal in the workplace?

- Is the National Labor Relations Board being shut down?

- Are special observances like Black History Month now banned?

We also talk about the recent airplane/helicopter crash tragedy at our home airport, DCA, and why Air Traffic Controllers are also victims in this tragedy.

If you're interested in learning more about what it takes to become an Air Traffic Controller,visit this link.

And please call your representatives! Connect with them by dialing the US House switchboard: (202) 224-3121

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Chapters:

0:00 Teaser

0:21 Introduction

1:22 In defense of Air Traffic Controllers

1:53 DCA airplane/helicopter crash

5:15 Who's to blame?

6:29 What does it take to become an ATC?

10:46 Military members are DEI

13:20 Is discrimination now legal?

16:58 Is the NLRB being shut down?

20:09 Is Black History Month cancelled?

22:30 What should you do?

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In this episode, we're breaking down how we made six figures through brand partnerships and how you can, too!

We explain:

- How to get in contact with blue chip companies

- How to maximize the potential of partnerships

- Why long-term deals are important

- Our strategies to strengthen and renew brand deals

And if you liked this episode, we’d appreciate it if you gave us a follow and a review! Thanks, H & J 💚

Thanks to our newest sponsor, Glassdoor ! To learn how Hannah found out she was underpaid $25,000, as well as the top 3 tips she recommends so that you don't find yourself in a similar situation this year, connect with her on Glassdoor here 👉 https://bit.ly/4g8PnF8

Brought to you by @SalaryTransparentStreet

Podcast edited by Amanda Deisler

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0:59 Thanks to our sponsor, Glassdoor

1:35 Blue chip companies

2:25 How to get in contact with brands (inbound, outbound)

5:55 Offer multiple deliverables

7:56 Prioritize long-term partnerships

10:53 Find ideal partners within your niche

13:55 Listen to your audience

15:30 Be strategic about ad frequency

18:09 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Thanks to our newest sponsor, Glassdoor! To learn how Hannah found out she was underpaid $25,000 and the top 3 tips she recommends so that you don't find yourself in a similar situation this year, connect with her on Glassdoor ⁠here!

The episode you’ve been waiting for: how much did we make from our channel, Salary Transparent Street, in 2024?

We’re opening up our books and sharing:

- How much we made in 2024

- Where our sources of revenue come from

- What our expenses are, from largest to smallest

- Our net profit after deducting our expenses

What questions do you have? Let us know below!

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Chapters:

0:00 Welcome 💚

0:43 Thanks to our sponsor, Glassdoor!

1:40 STS revenue flashback

2:50 Gross revenue

3:52 Revenue breakdown

6:06 Which social platform pays us the most?

10:28 What were our expenses?

14:23 Check out our database and job board!

17:50 Net profit

18:30 "This money is going to run out by ____"

20:53 SHARE YOUR TWO CENTS

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Thanks to our newest sponsor, Glassdoor! To learn how Hannah found out she was underpaid $25,000 and the top 3 tips she recommends so that you don't find yourself in a similar situation this year, connect with her on Glassdoor here!

DETAILS:

For workers in California:

- How to file a retaliation/discrimination complaint

- How to file a workplace safety complaint

- Apply for disaster unemployment assistance

- Small business administration assistance

- Apply for equipment and instrument replacement with Guitar Center

- Get job search help with Grey Staffing LLC

For all workers:

- Workers' rights to refuse dangerous work

- Common frauds and scams in natural disaster fallout

- How to file a relation/discrimination complaint

If you're financially able, please consider donating to the fundraiser set up by our friends, Course Studio, who are matching all donations up to $3,000 to support LA firefighters and the LA Regional Food Bank.

And if you liked this episode, we’d appreciate it if you gave us a follow and a review! Thanks, H & J 💚

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Chapters:

0:22 Next week's topic

1:20 Thanks to our sponsor, Glassdoor!

2:12 Companies showing their cards

2:50 Amazon driver delivering packages in fire

5:33 Worker protections in California

7:15 Consequences from Hurricane Helene

8:18 What protections exist for all workers in natural disasters?

10:17 Resources if you've lost your job

13:15 What you can ask of your management

15:30 The power of workers working together

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