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Why Your 9-5 Job + Creator Side Hustle Is The Ultimate Career Strategy | Brandon Smithwrick
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them
Brandon Smithwrick, Content Director at Kickstarter, reveals how he built a thriving creator business alongside his 9-5 career. In this episode of the 9-5 Quitter's Club, Brandon shares his framework for creating high-impact content that resonates with audiences while maintaining professional credibility. Learn how to leverage your industry expertise into content that builds authority, discover why personal branding is essential career insurance in today's economy, and get actionable tactics for growing on LinkedIn even as algorithms change. Brandon's experience spanning Ralph Lauren, Squarespace, and Kickstarter provides unique insights for established creators looking to balance corporate identity with creator success.
#PersonalBranding #LinkedInCreator #9to5Creator #CareerCreator
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⏰ TIMESTAMPS
(00:00) Introduction: The Power of Personal Branding
(00:14) Welcome to the 9-5 Quitters Club
(00:21) Meet Brandon Smithwrick: Balancing Corporate and Creator Worlds
(00:42) Building a Personal Brand Without Burning Out
(01:57) Brandon's Journey: From Social Media to Creator Success
(06:43) Navigating Corporate and Creator Responsibilities
(09:53) Practical Tips for Aspiring Creators
(13:10) The Importance of Consistency and Authenticity
(16:07) Innovative Campaigns and Anti-Viral Strategies
(21:38) Fashion vs. Tech: Editorializing Content
(22:45) Transitioning from Fashion to Tech
(23:21) Innovative Social Media Strategies
(24:52) Building Community Engagement
(26:47) Measuring Success with Data
(32:05) Career Switching and Personal Growth
(35:52) Practical Tips for Content Creation
(40:04) The Importance of Starting Now
(42:09) Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion
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🌐 Website: https://www.brandonsmithwrick.com/
📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brandonsmithwrick/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonsmithwrick/
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By TeachableJoin the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them
Brandon Smithwrick, Content Director at Kickstarter, reveals how he built a thriving creator business alongside his 9-5 career. In this episode of the 9-5 Quitter's Club, Brandon shares his framework for creating high-impact content that resonates with audiences while maintaining professional credibility. Learn how to leverage your industry expertise into content that builds authority, discover why personal branding is essential career insurance in today's economy, and get actionable tactics for growing on LinkedIn even as algorithms change. Brandon's experience spanning Ralph Lauren, Squarespace, and Kickstarter provides unique insights for established creators looking to balance corporate identity with creator success.
#PersonalBranding #LinkedInCreator #9to5Creator #CareerCreator
RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE
→ Reverse Engineer Success For Your Career Pivot | Hanna Goefft
⏰ TIMESTAMPS
(00:00) Introduction: The Power of Personal Branding
(00:14) Welcome to the 9-5 Quitters Club
(00:21) Meet Brandon Smithwrick: Balancing Corporate and Creator Worlds
(00:42) Building a Personal Brand Without Burning Out
(01:57) Brandon's Journey: From Social Media to Creator Success
(06:43) Navigating Corporate and Creator Responsibilities
(09:53) Practical Tips for Aspiring Creators
(13:10) The Importance of Consistency and Authenticity
(16:07) Innovative Campaigns and Anti-Viral Strategies
(21:38) Fashion vs. Tech: Editorializing Content
(22:45) Transitioning from Fashion to Tech
(23:21) Innovative Social Media Strategies
(24:52) Building Community Engagement
(26:47) Measuring Success with Data
(32:05) Career Switching and Personal Growth
(35:52) Practical Tips for Content Creation
(40:04) The Importance of Starting Now
(42:09) Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion
CONNECT WITH GUEST
✉️ Newsletter: https://www.contenttocommas.co/subscribe
🌐 Website: https://www.brandonsmithwrick.com/
📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/brandonsmithwrick/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonsmithwrick/
CONNECT WITH TEACHABLE
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachable
📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachableTV
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teachable