Lil Mo Mozzarella joins the Mike Squires & Friends Podcast to talk about his journey from engineering to social media influencer, the rise of live streaming, and the challenges of making it in stand-up comedy. He shares insights on navigating social media algorithms, the ROI struggles of influencer marketing, and the importance of building genuine followers over chasing viral fame. Plus, we dive into the impact of brand recognition, handling negative comments, and the evolution of social media interaction.
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00:00:00 Touring Adventures with Lil Mo
00:01:35 Transitioning to Traditional Comedy
00:03:12 The Impact of Social Media on Stand-Up Comedy
00:04:59 The Rise of Live Streaming in Content Creation
00:06:00 Revolutionize Your Music Career with Drokid App
00:07:30 The ROI Challenges of Influencer Marketing
00:09:01 The Real Impact of Brand Recognition and Analytics
00:10:25 Navigating Social Media Algorithms and Engagement Dynamics
00:11:56 Transitioning from Engineering to Social Media Influencer
00:13:32 Mastering Workplace Dynamics: Humor and Personality
00:14:57 From Skits to EDM: My Journey in Music
00:16:24 Creating Viral Food Videos During the Pandemic
00:17:49 Navigating the Comedy Landscape: Personal Insights and Challenges
00:19:30 The Intersection of Comedy and Social Media
00:21:03 Embracing Insult Comedy and Being a "Cool Dad"
00:22:38 Social Media Success and Viral Moments
00:24:11 Building Genuine Followers Over Numbers
00:25:36 The Value of Long-Term Branding Over Viral Fame
00:27:01 Social Media Misconceptions and Virality
00:28:49 Dealing with Negative Comments on Social Media
00:29:54 Navigating Public Pranks and Social Media Perception
00:31:09 The Appeal of Unconventional Viral Stars
00:32:35 The Future of Social Media Interaction
00:34:04 The Impact of Online Comments and Polls
00:35:25 Exploring Lil Mo's Top Five Italian Pastries
00:37:49 Exploring the Best Italian Pastries
00:38:30 Life Lessons from Growing Up in Ridgewood and Middle Village
00:39:57 Growing Up in the 80s: A Different World Without Social Media
00:41:27 Navigating Parenthood in a Modern Career
00:43:46 Lessons Learned from a Hardworking Family
00:44:23 Humorous Bakery Talk and Semolina Smackdown
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