@ixamarpalumbo: Big sister tip for every content creator juggling a 9–5: you’re already running a business, even if you don’t call it that yet. 🎬📈 I spent way too many years posting on nights and weekends with no manager, no rate sheet, and no clue how much value I was bringing to the table. Fast forward: I now land continuous four-figure brand deals for just one post…because I learned how to treat my content like a business (and now I know how to charge for usage 😉). Here’s what I wish someone told me sooner: ✅ Learn to read your contracts. ✅ Ask about usage rights (especially if the brand wants to run paid ads). ✅ Raise your rates when scope increases. ✅ You don’t need a huge following. you need strategy. ✅ You are the strategist. The talent. The production team. The brand. Even if you’re not ready for a manager yet, start acting like your own. Protect your time. Know your worth. Charge for the value, not just the content. 🎥 Whether you’re pitching UGC, posting reels for fun, or finally getting paid collabs…this is your sign to stop playing small. You’re not just a creator. You’re the business.

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Monday 07 July 2025 15:46:58 GMT