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Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast55: From $1K to $6K Months: How Jess Built a Full-Time UGC Creator BusinessWhat happens when you stick with UGC long enough to let it actually work?Today's episode is a special one because Jess is back on the podcast for a one-year update, and honestly... so much has changed.When Jess first came on the podcast (Episode 13), she had made about $5,000 total from UGC and was averaging around $1,000/month. She was still working as a massage therapist, trying to balance two businesses, and figuring out if becoming a UGC creator could really turn into something sustainable.Fast forward a year later, and she's officially left...
2026-06-0844 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast54: Listen to This First Before You Quit Your UGC BusinessFeeling like your UGC business isn't working? This episode is your sign to keep going.If you're in the first few months of building your UGC business and questioning whether you're cut out for this, I need you to hear this:Don't quit yet.I know it feels frustrating when you're putting in the work, sending pitches, building your portfolio, creating content, and not seeing the results you expected. But what if the only thing standing between you and success is time?In today's episode, I'm sharing...
2026-06-0208 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast53: UGC Taxes 101: Advice From A Tax Expert That Will Save You THOUSANDSIf taxes make you want to close your laptop and pretend your bank account doesn’t exist… this episode is for you . In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Tommy from Prime to break down all things taxes for UGC creators, freelancers, and content creators in a way that actually makes sense. We’re talking LLCs, write-offs, travel deductions, gifted collaborations, how much money you should actually be setting aside for taxes, and the biggest mistakes creators make that end up costing them thousands.Whether you’re a brand new UGC creator or already makin...
2026-05-1842 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast52: Stop Obsessing Over Your Hooks As a UGC Creator ( Do this Instead )Today I’m talking about why obsessing over viral hooks, viral hooks for Instagram, and how to go viral is actually hurting so many creators. Because honestly? A crazy good hook means nothing if the rest of your content falls flat. And I see this all the time — especially in the UGC creator space.I’m breaking down why focusing only on hooks is basically the same thing as love bombing in dating, how this mindset shows up in your UGC creator business, and why your pitch is NOT the thing you should be obsessing over most.In...
2026-05-1110 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast51: You Can’t Build a Dream UGC Business If You’re Afraid of THISI just got back from hosting my first-ever travel UGC retreat in Mexico, and it shifted a lot for me not just in my business, but in how I see myself and what I want next.Being in a room with women who get it who are building their UGC businesses, chasing freedom, and thinking differently was such a powerful reminder of how important it is to surround yourself with people on the same path. We created so much content, built out travel UGC portfolios, and had real, in-the-moment coaching that you just can’t re...
2026-05-0423 min
Your Girl: The High Ticket Coach Podcast: Scale Your Business, Marketing & High Ticket SalesIntroducing My Travel Podcast..I am still on vacation in the south of France, drinking wine and frolicking through lavender fields! I will be back April 20th, but in the meantime.. enjoy my other podcast the Culture Cult Show. ( yes I have 2 podcasts!? ) We are learning about every country in the world and people's craziest travel stories. To listen to more of the podcast:Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Today we are joined by my client and travel UGC Queen, Maddy Garrett and her crazy and unforgettable trek in Peru that went sideways. We...
2026-04-2059 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast50: Is Cold Pitching Dead? What's Working for UGC Creators Landing Brand Deals in 2026🏔 Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Sign Up For UGC Basecamp—podcast listeners get 25% OFF your membership: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE25#landing-pageToday we’re getting real about what’s actually working right now when it comes to cold pitching, landing brand deals, and monetization as a content creator.I’m recording this from my hotel room in Edinburgh and while I’ve been out here living my best life… my business has still been WORKING. Like, thousands of dollars in inbound UGC deals just casual...
2026-04-2018 min
The Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers117: How to Create Scroll-Stopping Hooks as a Travel CreatorToday we’re doing something fun: an episode swap with the Paid to Travel Podcast hosted by Maddy Garrett.If you’ve ever wanted to level up as a content creator or UGC creator, this episode is packed with actionable advice—especially when it comes to one of the most important skills for landing brand deals: creating powerful hooks.🎧 What You’ll LearnIn this episode, Maddy breaks down exactly: What a hook is and why it’s critical for UGC success How to create hooks tha...
2026-04-1616 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast49: I Had a Bad Month in UGC.. Here’s What I Did Instead of Spiraling🏔 Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Sign Up For UGC Basecamp—podcast listeners get 25% OFF your membership: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE25#landing-pageToday we’re getting real about what actually went down in Q1 of my UGC journey—and the mindset shift that kept me from spiraling.If you’re trying to land paid brand deals, become a UGC creator, or build a content creator business that lets you travel for free—this episode is a MUST listen.✨ What We’re Getting Into: The behind-the-s...
2026-04-1318 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast48: My Q1 UGC Income Report: $10K Working 8 Hours/Week🏔 Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Sign Up For UGC Basecamp— podcast listeners get 25% OFF your membership: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE25#landing-pageIn today’s episode, I’m breaking down my full Q1 income as a content creator—every deal, every brand, where it came from, and how much I charged. And the best part? I did this working part-time hours.We’re talking UGC, brand deals, paid stays, inbound leads, and how this all adds up to a $10K+ quarter… without grinding 24/7.Let’s get into it...
2026-04-0617 min
Culture Cult Travel ShowTravel Story: The Trek in Peru She Will NEVER ForgetToday we are joined by mu client and travel UGC Queen, Maddy Garrett and her crazy and unforgettable trek in Peru that went sideways. We also talk about how to build a location-independent income with UGC (user-generated content)… to the truth about van life burnout and nervous system overload… to one of the most unhinged travel stories I’ve ever heard. If you’ve ever dreamed about getting paid to travel, starting an online business, or living a more flexible life—this episode is your reality check and your inspiration.✈️ What We...
2026-04-0653 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast47: The BEST Ways to Become a Full Time Travel Creator (So You Can Quit Your Job)If you’ve ever wondered how the hell creators actually make money without having 100K followers and are able to do this full time? This episode is your cheat code. Today is a episode swap with Laura Haley from the Travel Creator Podcast to talk about monetization as a content creator — UGC, affiliate, influencer partnerships, group trips, digital products… all of it.And she’s here to tell you exactly what works right now — especially if you’re a travel creator trying to make this your full-time thing.We dive into:
2026-03-301h 03Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast46: Use This Stupid Simple Strategy to Double Your UGC Income OvernightWant a super simple way to increase your income as a UGC creator and land bigger brand deals? In this quick tip episode, I share a powerful strategy for creators who are already booking work and want to scale their UGC business, make more per client, and move toward becoming a full time creator.If your goal is to land paid brand deals, get paid to travel, and grow your creator income, this one small change can make a big difference.Here is my UGC Rate Card & Package Generator, which helps creators: h...
2026-03-1606 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast45: These 3 Things will Get You to $5k Months as A UGC Creator (+ New UGC Community Launch)!!Join UGC Basecamp as a founding member (discount code in episode!!) Ever see a creator say they made $3K–$5K in a month with UGC and immediately think… what am I doing wrong? If you’re trying to grow as a UGC creator, land consistent brand deals, or build a sustainable content creation business (especially in Travel UGC), this episode is your reminder that there is no magic hack — but there are three things that will change everything.In This...
2026-03-0913 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast44: How to Get a Free Vacation this Summer Using UGCWant to get paid to travel and lock in free Airbnb stays or free hotel stays by this summer without being an influencer? Today, I’m giving you the exact 5-step method I use as a content creator to travel for free. We are talking about the 5 steps to get a free vacation with UGC and content creation. I’m walking you through the exact system I use to land free stays — and this is the same strategy my students use to secure gifted trips all over the world.We’...
2026-03-0214 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast43: How This UGC Creator 9x’d Her Income in 6 Months: Interview w/ Student Goldie ChoiJoin the waitlist for Pando- a high-quality UGC marketplace designed for both brands and creators.If you’re a UGC creator wondering whether this can actually turn into a real business… this one’s for you.Six months ago, Goldie was capping at $2K months. Last February? She made $1,350. This February? She’s sitting at $9,890.Same creator. Same niche. Different systems. Different boundaries. Different mindset.In today’s episode, I’m re-interviewing Goldie (go listen to Episode 17 first if you haven’t 👀) and we’re br...
2026-02-231h 00Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast42: The 5 Things $10k/m UGC Creators DoIf you want to get paid to travel, land consistent paid brand deals, and scale your income as a content creator, this episode is for you.I’m breaking down the five real shifts that took me (and my students) from inconsistent $2K months to consistent $10K months with UGC. These aren’t hacks — these are the strategic moves that actually grow your business.We talk about how to build a portfolio that attracts higher-paying brands, why raising your rates is essential, and the exact systems that help you scale without burning out. I’m also sha...
2026-02-1625 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast41: Consistency is Key: The Real Stories of 3 Creators Who are 6+ Months into their UGC JourneysToday I’m doing something I’ve never done before: a group interview with three of my past students who are actively building real, sustainable UGC businesses.We’re pulling back the curtain on what the UGC journey actually looks like — the wins, the dry spells, the imposter syndrome, the “is this even working?” moments… and the breakthroughs that happen when you don’t quit.If you’re a content creator, aspiring UGC coach, or someone who wants to turn content creation into paid travel and consistent income, this episode is a must...
2026-02-0953 minPaid To Travel: The UGC PodcastUntitled EpisodeSign up for UGC Basecamp!Grab the lifetime discount before March 31st and start building a more sustainable UGC business.🔗 Join here: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30#landing-page 💻 Save 30% Use code: SAVE30 For Talented A.F. Podcast Production:Follow: @yourgirlmediaFind us: www.yourgirlmedia.com 30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own w...
2026-02-021h 03Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast40: The Fear of Pitching to Brands and How to Overcome it by Training Your SubconsciousToday is a mindset episode. I’m breaking down why pitching feels so scary for so many UGC creators, what your subconscious is doing behind the scenes, and how to finally move past the fear that’s keeping you stuck. If you’re a content creator, travel influencer, or aspiring UGC creator who wants to start pitching brands confidently, this one’s a must-listen.In this episode, we get into:Why fear of pitching brands is completely normal as a UGC creatorHow imposter syndrome shows up when you start pitchingThe subconscious beliefs that make you doubt...
2026-02-0214 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast39: Your 2026 Roadmap To Becoming A Full-Time UGC Creator: Month-By-Month BreakdownIf getting paid to travel as a UGC creator has been sitting on your vision board but you don’t actually know what to do month by month… this episode is your roadmap.Today I’m breaking down exactly what to focus on from now through the end of the year to become a full-time content creator — without burnout, overwhelm, or guessing what comes next.In this super practical episode, I’m walking you through a month-by-month plan to scale your UGC business and start making consistent four figures a month. W...
2026-01-2623 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast38: UGC Q&A: Most Common UGC Creator Questions AnsweredToday I’m answering your most-asked UGC questions as we head into the next year — everything from getting comfortable on camera, landing hotel and Airbnb deals, andwhether AI is coming for our jobs.Let’s get into it.✨ What We’re CoveringHow to stop feeling awkward on camera (without sounding like a robot)The easiest way to practice UGC when you’re brand newHow content creators and UGC creators can land non-product dealsHow to get paid to travel with hotels, Airbnbs, and tourism boardsThe real secret to turning rand...
2026-01-1930 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast37: Goal Setting in 2026: Do This Exercise to Actually Hit Your Goals This YearManifestation without a plan is just a wish. If you’re serious about your 2026 goal setting, especially as a UGC creator, this episode will help you turn big dreams into actionable steps you can actually follow through on.If you’re someone who loves short-term wins but struggles with long-term planning (sameeee), this episode is for you. I’m sharing the goal-setting method I personally use to break big-picture dreams into quarterly milestones, weekly action steps, and realistic expectations, especially for UGC and content creators.We’re talking about how to set goals...
2026-01-1416 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast36: How to Land Paid Stays Without Being an InfluencerToday we are sharing our most POPULAR episode of 2025 with Emma—Airbnb content creator and social media manager—who went from free stays to fully booked and fully paid… all without a massive following or photography degree. If you're ready to land paid stays, build your travel creator portfolio, and break into the UGC (user-generated content) world—this one’s PACKED with actionable tips. In This Episode:Exactly how she landed her first free and then paid Airbnb staysWhy professional photography isn't required to get started (but what helps!)What kind of content packages actually con...
2025-12-2948 min
The Ambiguous TruthEp 8: Curiosity, Freedom, and Building Life on Your Terms with Maddy GarrettJoin host Anthony Mistretta for an energizing conversation with Maddy Garrett — an entrepreneur, UGC creator and coach, and adventurer who's built a life around intentionality, curiosity, and refusing to accept "normal." From growing up in conservative Orange County as a straight-A student to deconstructing her religious upbringing and quitting her nine-to-five without a backup plan, Maddy shares her journey of discovering who she truly is beneath all the rules and expectations. This honest episode explores the power of changing your external reality, why meeting new people is the antidote to feeling stuck, and how money wounds from religious and ca...
2025-12-231h 17Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast35: The Realities of Being a Travel UGC Creator ( What Instagram Isn't Showing You)Everyone wants to be paid to travel ( that is why you listen to this podcast)… but no one talks about what it actually costs you. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on travel UGC, burnout, and why I stopped chasing free hotel stays (even though I still make money as a content creator.)If you’ve ever scrolled Instagram thinking, “I want that life,” this episode is for you.Today I’m getting very real and very honest about my journey as a UGC creator and what three years of being a full-time tr...
2025-12-2217 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast34: My 5 Biggest Takeaways From Meeting 9 Top UGC Coaches in NashvilleI met up with 9 top UGC creators in Nashville and that weekend changed the way I see the UGC industry, and today I’m spilling everything.Welcome back to the Paid to Travel Podcast, where we talk all things content creation, getting paid to travel, and building a freedom-first life as a UGC creator.Let’s dive into what really went down at the Nashville UGC meetup… and the biggest lessons YOU can apply to grow your own creator business.We talk about:1. What is the #1 important thing to grow in the UGC Ind...
2025-12-1517 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast33: How to Grow Your UGC Career Without BurnoutIf you’ve been grinding so hard in your UGC or content creation journey that you can’t tell the difference between hustle and full-body burnout… this episode is your permission slip to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and build a business that doesn’t drain your soul.Today, I’m sitting down with my friend Jordan Flynn — a life transformation coach and somatic practitioner — to talk about the real reason creators burn out, what “high-functioning burnout” actually looks like, and how to get back into alignment so your creativity (and confidence) can come back online.Jord...
2025-12-0834 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast32: The Breakdown of A 5-Figure UGC Month: November Income RecapNovember was one of my biggest months ever . Today I want to show you how I made $14k in one month in UGC so you can too while working an average of just 20 hours a week. We’re diving into: ✨ The exact breakdown of every deal ✨ Where each client came from (inbound, returning, or Bento cold pitch) ✨ How I crossed my Q4 goal early with $22,150 earned so far ✨ What this means for YOU as a new or growing UGC content creatorIf building a lifestyle where you can travel, create, and ge...
2025-12-0118 minThe Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers97: The BEST Ways to Make Money as a Content Creator (So You Can Quit Your Job)If you’ve ever wondered how the hell creators actually make money without having 100K followers and are able to do this full time? This episode is your cheat code. Today, I’m sitting down with the one and only Maddy Garrett (yes, again) to talk about monetization as a content creator — UGC, affiliate, influencer partnerships, group trips, digital products… all of it.And she’s here to tell you exactly what works right now — especially if you’re a travel creator trying to make this your full-time thing.We dive...
2025-11-271h 02Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast31: How To Make Your First $100 with UGC In The Next 14 DaysIf I had to start your UGC journey completely from scratch, here is what I would do to make my first $100. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the exact 14-day game plan I’d follow to make my first $100 in UGC, even with zero experience, zero portfolio, and zero connections.Whether you dream of getting paid to travel, want to become a UGC creator, or you’re ready to finally start landing paid brand deals, this episode is your no-fluff roadmap.✨ What We Cover in...
2025-11-2411 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast30: How To Handle Rejection As A Content Creator w/ Boss Babe Reset Ericka NicoleIf rejection has ever made you want to curl up and never pitch a brand again and you want better pitching strategies, and the confidence to run your business like a CEO, this one's for you.Today I’m joined by my girl Ericka, founder and CEO of Silkenn, and host of the Boss Babe Reset Podcast. We dive deep into how to handle rejection (as a founder and as a creator), emotional regulation, and stepping into your role as a business owner, not “just” a UGC creator.What We Talk A...
2025-11-1735 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast29: UGC Is Not 'Too Good To Be True' — Krista Signed Her First Paid UGC Deal Within A Week Of StartingIf you’ve ever wondered, “Can I actually make money doing UGC?” this episode is your proof. Krista joined the UGC Accelerator just two months ago and made $1,000 in her very first month—all through Upwork. Now she’s landed over $2.5K in paid brand deals and is turning UGC into her dream remote career (all while being a mom of three.)In today's epsiode, Krista shares exactly how she discovered UGC, built her first portfolio, and landed her first $1,000 project on Upwork within 30 days.We dive into:The step-by-step of how Krist...
2025-11-1037 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast28: October UGC Income Recap: How I Signed $5,175 in UGC Deals Working 10 Hours/WeekThis month, I averaged $130 an hour working part-time as a UGC creator.Today I’m breaking down exactly how I did it — every brand deal, every deliverable, and how I balanced it all while only working around 10 hours a week. This isn’t influencer content. This is real, sustainable user-generated content (UGC) that pays you to travel, create, and work remotely. If you’ve ever dreamed about landing paid brand deals or building a flexible remote work lifestyle, this is your episode.In This Episode:💸 The exact breakdown of my $5,1...
2025-11-0308 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast27: How To Tailor Your UGC Pitch For Holidays: Q4, Black Friday, Christmas, Father's Day, etc.Today I’m breaking down how to pitch yourself for holidays and seasonal campaigns — from Black Friday to Valentine’s Day — so you can land more UGC brand deals and grow your income doing what you love.This week we’re diving into how to tailor your UGC pitches for holidays and special seasons to stand out in brand inboxes. I’ll walk you through:✨ How to tweak your general pitch for Q4, Black Friday, or Christmas campaigns 💌 What timeline to use when pitching for each season ⚡️ A simple strategy to make your o...
2025-10-2711 minThe Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers92: How to Land UGC Brand Deals Without a Large FollowingThink you need 100K followers to land paid brand deals? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down the exact system I use to work with brands and make money through UGC — even without a massive audience. Today we’re diving into one of my favorite topics — how to land brand deals without a huge following. Whether you’re just starting out as a content creator or looking to grow your paid partnerships, this episode is packed with actionable steps to help you start pitching and landing deals today.Here’s what we cover...
2025-10-2313 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast26: How to Land UGC Deals on Fiverr: 5 Proven Tips from UGC 101 Nate FlakeIf you’ve ever wished brands would come to you instead of spending hours pitching or think "Fiverr doesn't work for me" Your mind will be changed after today's episode. My guest, Nate Flake, just landed a $3,000 UGC deal on Fiverr minutes before hopping on this interview. And he didn’t cold pitch. He didn’t chase brands. He simply set up his Fiverr gigs strategically — and let inbound UGC deals roll in.We’re diving deep into:Fiverr vs. Pitching — Which One Gets Faster Results?How to Set...
2025-10-2056 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast25: How Lana Went from $292 to $3,600/Month with UGC (While Doing Van-Life)Today we are sitting down with my UGC student Lana to unpack how she went from seasonal work to building a thriving UGC (user-generated content) business that funds her travels across the U.S.She shares how she started small — filming $50 videos from her RV — and grew her confidence, her client base, and her income to over $3,600 a month within three months. We talk about the real journey of becoming a content creator, the power of mindset, and the practical tools that helped Lana stay consistent and focused.If you’ve been d...
2025-10-1351 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast24: How I Made $125/Hour In September Doing UGC ( + Student Wins!)Today I’m spilling all the details on exactly what I made from UGC in September plus some seriously inspiring wins from my students inside the UGC Accelerator. From landing four-figure retainers to snagging their very first deals through cold UGC pitching, my students are proof that this industry is not too saturated—you can 100% do this too.If you’ve ever wondered: ✨ How much you can really make as a beginner in content creation ✨ What UGC pitching looks like in action ✨ And what kind of deals are possible within just weeks or months of starting…
2025-10-0614 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast23: Pitching Strategies To Land More Brand Deals: Interview w/ Bento Founder Jaclyn LingWhat if I told you that sending cold emails as a UGC creator could actually land you thousands of dollars in deals—without ever hopping on a sales call? Yep, it’s possible. Today I am sitting down with Jaclyn, the co-founder of Bento, the #1 UGC app that has completely transformed the way I pitch. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why pitching is a numbers game and how to stay consistentThe secret to creating portfolios that brands actually want to click onCommon mistakes new creators make in their UGC pitchesHow Bento automates pitchin...
2025-09-2950 minThe Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers88: How to Pitch Smarter (and Get Paid Faster) with BrandsIf you’ve ever stared at your inbox wondering how the heck to pitch a brand without sounding awkward (or getting ghosted), this episode is for you, bestie. Today I’m joined by Jaclyn, the CEO and co-founder of OnBento, the AI tool that has completely transformed how I run my UGC business. Whether you’re a travel creator, a UGC content creator, or just trying to figure out how to pitch without second-guessing yourself, this conversation will change the way you look at pitching.We cover: ✨...
2025-09-2547 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast22: UGC Rates: What To Charge As A Content Creator in 2025In today’s episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about UGC rates in 2025—from base pricing to ad usage, whitelisting, raw footage, bundles, and more. Whether you’re a brand-new UGC creator or an experienced travel creator looking to scale, you’ll walk away with a clear picture of how to price your work with confidence.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The truth about beginner UGC rates and why there’s no one-size-fits-all answerHow to structure base rates, ad usage, and whitelisting feesWhy pitching brands directl...
2025-09-2219 min
UGC 101 - Build Your Content Creation BusinessExploring Travel UGC: Building Community and ContentIn this episode of the UGC 101 podcast, I dive into the fascinating world of travel UGC with Maddy Garrett. We chat about her inspiring transition from a corporate job to a full-time UGC creator and coach, highlighting the pivotal moments that shaped her journey. Maddy shares her experiences of living the digital nomad lifestyle, building a community, and the lessons learned from her early days of freelancing to becoming a sought-after content creator. Her story underscores the importance of authenticity and community in the ever-evolving UGC landscape.If you're curious about how to get...
2025-09-1647 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast21: What You NEED To Know About Finances As A Content Creator: From A Small Business Tax ExpertOkay, let’s be real — no one becomes a content creator because they love thinking about taxes. But if you’re making money with UGC or content creation, the IRS still expects their cut. And trust me, not knowing the basics can come back to bite you hard.That’s why I brought on today’s guest, Catina Borgman. Catina has been a tax professional for nearly 20 years. Today, we’re covering them all — from filing as a sole proprietor vs. LLC, to what you can actually write off, to the sneaky truth about “gifted” collabs..
2025-09-1552 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast20: August UGC Income Recap: How I signed $6,460 In UGC DealsToday, I’m breaking down exactly how I made $6,460 in UGC contracts in August—what brands I worked with, what the deliverables were, and how I actually landed those clients.Whether you’re just starting your UGC journey or you’re already booking deals, you’ll see how doable it is to turn this into a steady income stream while keeping your freedom. And spoiler: I’m only working about 10–15 hours a week on this right now!Inside this episode you’ll hear:My August UGC income breakdown (and how I landed each deal).Why i...
2025-09-0813 min
Boss Babe Reset: For 9-to-5 Founders Building a Business Without Burnout115: Hate Your Job? Burnt Out? How to Pivot Your Career as High AchieversEver felt like you’re stuck in the “dream job” everyone envies, but deep down you’re burned out and know it’s not for you?
In this episode of Boss Babe Reset, we sit down with entrepreneur and content creator Maddy Garrett to talk about what every high achiever needs to hear: how to recognize the signs of burnout, why hustle culture isn’t sustainable, and how to trust your gut when it’s time to pivot. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re pushing yourself for success at the expense of your peace, this conversation is your permission slip to...
2025-09-0147 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast19: 10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started UGCToday I’m spilling the tea on what no one tells you about how to start UGC, what it really takes to make it as a content creator, and why those first six months are the hardest—but also the most transformational. This episode is here to save you from self-doubt, wasted time, and unnecessary freebies (seriously, no more than five gifted collabs, okay?).What We Cover in This Episode: The real difference between UGC and influencer marketing Why it’s normal to get ghosted... a lot How rejection therapy makes you stronger (and richer) ...
2025-09-0121 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast18: How to Make Consistent 4-Figure Months with UGCEver wonder why some creators are landing four-figure deals while others are stuck chasing $200 one-off gigs?Today I am sharing a recent live webinar I hosted — all about scaling your income as a UGC content creator.If you’re tired of feeling stuck in the “mid-tier” creator zone and ready to break into consistent four-figure months, grab your matcha and let’s dive in.Inside this episode, you’ll learn:The 5 biggest mistakes holding most UGC creators back (and how to fix them).How to shift from one-off deals to retainer c...
2025-08-2552 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast17: How Goldie Replaced Nursing with UGC—and Made $7K in a Month (student interview)This episode is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to start over — and make it wildly successful.Today, I’m chatting with Goldie — a former nurse who swapped her scrubs for a camera and turned her creativity into a full-time UGC business. She’s now working with over 50 brands, getting paid to travel, and recently had a $7,000 month (yes, from content creation).Goldie shares how she went from scared to pitch anything… to landing retainers, working from the road, and getting videos with millions of views. We get super real about the mental shift...
2025-08-1843 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast16: How To Overcome The Fear Of Starting Something New w/ Trauma Therapist Erin ValenteStarting something new like becoming UGC content creator is exciting—but it also stirs up a lot of fear, self-doubt, and straight-up discomfort. In today’s episode, I sat down with Erin Valenti, a trauma-informed therapist, to break down why that happens and what you can actually do about it.We dig deep into how the nervous system and unprocessed trauma can quietly shape your decisions, your fears around visibility, and even your ability to hit “record” and film your first UGC video. Whether you’re a new creator dreaming of g...
2025-08-1129 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast15: July UGC Income Recap: How I Signed $5,700 In DealsToday I want to talk about how I made $5.7K in UGC Deals this month (without personally pitching.)In this episode, I’m giving you the full behind-the-scenes look at exactly how that happened—what kind of brands I worked with, how I landed the deals, how much they paid, and what kind of UGC content they wanted from me.If you're a content creator who dreams of getting paid to travel, or you're just getting started in the UGC space and wondering what’s actually possible—this episode is the one for you. I'm walking...
2025-08-0418 minThe Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers80: How to Start Your Content Creator Business and Make MoneyIf I had to start my content creator business all over again, here’s exactly what I would do — no fluff, just the real behind-the-scenes steps that actually build momentum. Whether you're trying to figure out how to find clients, want to leave your 9–5, or just need to know what works now in the content creator space — this episode is your kickstart. In this episode, I cover: ✅ The exact platforms I’d use to land clients (yep — even the weird ones that take 20%) ✅ Why you should post less and pitch more (and what type of po...
2025-07-3115 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast14: Travel For Free: How Everyday People Are Working With Hotels, Tourism Boards, and BrandsYou do not need a million followers to get free stays, dreamy adventures, or actual money just for showing up somewhere with your phone. Yes, this is real. And in this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to get paid to travel using UGC (user-generated content), even if you're just getting started.This is the step-by-step, no-fluff breakdown of how I (and my students!) have landed free hotels, Airbnb stays, and PAID brand deals — all while traveling the world. Whether you’re planning your next trip or daydreaming about one, this episode gives you the actual bluepr...
2025-07-2817 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast13: How to Make $1k a Month as a Part-Time UGC Creator: Student InterviewWhat if you could start a side hustle that gives you the freedom to travel, reduce your hours at work, and still make bank—all without being an influencer? Today we hear from my UGC student, Jess, a professional massage therapist turned successful UGC creator who proves it’s 100% possible.✨ What We Talk About:How Jess went from full-time massage therapist to building a profitable side hustle as a UGC creatorWhy you don’t need to be an influencer to get paid to travelThe moment a random Instagram reel inspired Jess to take actio...
2025-07-2142 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast12: How To Land Paid Stays As A Content Creator (Without A Large Following): With Full-Time Airbnb Creator Emma BrubakerEver dreamt of getting paid to stay in dreamy Airbnbs around the world?Today we sit down with Emma—Airbnb content creator and social media manager—who went from free stays to fully booked and fully paid… all without a massive following or photography degree. If you're ready to land paid stays, build your travel creator portfolio, and break into the UGC (user-generated content) world—this one’s PACKED with actionable tips. In This Episode:Exactly how she landed her first free and then paid Airbnb staysWhy professional photography isn't required to get started...
2025-07-1448 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast11: How to Make PASSIVE Income with UGCWhat if ONE brand could pay you nearly $10k... and some of it was passive income?This week, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of my longest-running UGC partnerships—the kind of deal that feels like a paycheck from the universe. Yep, passive income with UGC is real, and I’m showing you how to make it yours too. I’m sharing the real story behind a UGC deal that brought in $9,865+—and it's still paying me to this day with zero extra work. This deal literally funded my trip to Portugal this month. Whet...
2025-07-0717 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast10: $2,500/m Doing UGC 10 Hours A Week: UGC Student Interview w/ Ashleigh (A Fellow Van Lifer!)Today, I’m chatting with Ashleigh — one of my UGC Accelerator students who went from thinking about UGC for months… to actually doing it and getting results. We’re talking about exactly how she made her first $16,000 as a total beginner UGC creator, what’s working for her now, and how she built a flexible part-time income that fits around her life (not the other way around).🌟 What You’ll Learn:How Ashleigh made $13K in just five months as a part-time UGC creatorWhat it's really like filming UGC while doing van life across the U.S.Her strategy...
2025-06-3030 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast09: Invoices, Contracts, and Getting Paid On Time: UGC Interview w/ DUPAY Founder Grace TabibIf you’ve ever been ghosted by a brand, stressed about late payments, or totally overwhelmed by contracts—this episode is for you. Because let’s be real: this stuff will happen. And today, we’re diving into how to protect your income and your energy as a UGC creator.Whether you're new to UGC or knee-deep in brand deals, this convo with Grace from DuPay breaks down everything you wish someone told you when you started: how to send invoices that actually get paid, red flags to look for in contracts, and what to do when a brand...
2025-06-2336 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast08: UGC Terms You Need to Know to Land Brand DealsToday I’m breaking down the must-know UGC lingo that’ll make you sound like a pro in your brand deals — and help you get paid like one too.Whether you're just starting your UGC journey or looking to level up your conversations with brands, understanding the language of the industry is a total game changer.From “organic UGC” vs. “ad-style videos” to conversion metrics and what the heck a content brief is — I’m walking you through it all. I’m also giving you real tips on when to ask brands for data, how to track your perfor...
2025-06-1621 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast07: $450 In Her First 3 Weeks, With 2 Kids, School, And A Job: UGC Student Interview with RuchelMeet Ruchel – a college student, working mom, and UGC creator who’s building her dream portfolio between diaper changes and homework deadlines. If you’ve ever thought “I’m too busy for this,” this episode is going to change your mind.Ruchel, who has only been in the UGC world for just two months and is already landing paid brand deals — all while juggling mom life, school, and a full schedule. Today we get real about what it actually takes to start creating UGC content and break the myth that you need an aesthetic home to succeed.What Y...
2025-06-0932 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast06: How To Land Paid Brand DealsAre you wondering how creators actually land brand deals? If so, this episode is your cheat code. I’m breaking down the 3 best (and shockingly simple) ways to find UGC jobs—even if you’re just getting started. Whether you're pitching UGC for the first time or looking to get off the content-creation hamster wheel, this one's for you.What You’ll Learn: 📌 The top UGC job platforms that are beginner-friendly and easy to use 📌 How to attract inbound brand deals without constantly cold-pitching 📌 My exact process for pitching UGC via email...
2025-06-0212 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast05: How To Create Great Hooks As A UGC CreatorSo many beginner UGC creators are messing this up... and frankly it’s costing them paid deals. In today's episode, we're tackling the #1 reason your content isn’t converting: your HOOK. If you want your videos to grab attention, build trust, and drive sales, this episode is your new playbook.🎧 What You’ll Learn Today:🔥 What exactly a hook is and why it’s the most important part of your UGC video.🧠 How to speak to your target audience’s pain points and desires in the first 3 seconds.💬 Steal my ChatGPT script for writing killer hook...
2025-05-2617 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast04: How To Make Your First $500 Online This MonthIf you’ve got a phone and a favorite product, you're already halfway to your first $500. In this episode, I'm breaking down how anyone (yes, even you) can start creating UGC content and land paying gigs this month.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The real, no-BS definition of UGC (User Generated Content) and why brands love itWhy you don’t need fancy gear or a huge following to make money onlineHow to film your first UGC video using stuff you already ownThe best UGC platforms to find paid o...
2025-05-1911 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast03: The Mindset Shift That Saved My UGC CareerEver feel like the UGC industry is too saturated and there’s no room for you to succeed? Like every other content creator has already figured it out, and you're just late to the game? You're not alone—and you're not too late. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact mindset shift that took me from self-doubt to six-figure UGC creator. This simple but powerful belief changed my career—and it can change yours too. 🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:The exact mindset shift that changed everything in my UGC journeyWhy you do...
2025-05-1208 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast02: How to Make Money with UGC ( in just 4 months)Imagine waking up on a beach in Mexico, filming content for a $1,700 brand deal — and realizing that your travel expenses are covered. Sounds like a dream? It's not — it's the power of UGC (User Generated Content). In this episode, I’m spilling everything about how I built a six-figure UGC business that lets me get paid to travel the world — and how you can start today, even if you have zero followers. I'm taking you behind the scenes of how I got started with UGC and scaled to $5,000 months — all while living out of my Subaru and traveling a...
2025-05-1218 minPaid To Travel: The UGC Podcast01: How I Get Paid to Travel: What is UGC?Have you ever dreamed of getting paid to travel while creating simple content with just your phone? ( and you don't have to be a influencer with thousands of followers!) The world of UGC (User-Generated Content) creation is exploding, and everyday people—not just influencers—are cashing in. If you love traveling and want a flexible, location-independent income, this episode is for you. Learn how brands are paying UGC creators for authentic content and how you can start landing paid collaborations with hotels, tourism boards, and travel brands.Understand what UGC content creation is an...
2025-05-1223 minThe Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers67: How to Create Profitable Digital Products That Actually SellDreaming of passive income through digital products, but don't know if it's actually possible? This episode is for you. Today we have Maddy Garrett, the UGC content creator expert back on to tell us how a simple $17 digital product catapulted Maddy into a six-figure business and why digital products might be the missing piece in your creator journey. Maddy breaks down her journey from creating UGC full-time to building a sustainable income with digital products that serve and scale. 🔑 What You’ll Learn:How to find and validate your digital product idea before...
2025-05-0146 minPaid To Travel: The UGC PodcastPaid to Travel TrailerCOMING MAY 12th. Welcome to the side of the internet where we get paid to travel. In this podcast, I will teach you how to create UGC content so you can work part-time creating fun content and spend the majority of your days exploring the world, rather than sitting at a desk. All while making MORE money than we did at our soul-sucking 9-5. Does that sound like a dream? Well, it’s my reality and it can be yours too. I’m your host Maddy Garrett, your UGC Travel Bestie. I help everyday people just like you s...
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One Bills LiveOBL 2/5: Bills 2024 Maddy Awards, How Do You Feel About Watching The Super Bowl?Chris Brown and Steve Tasker shared the latest on NFL news & notes including Myles Garrett’s trade request from the Browns and technology to track first downs. We asked the listeners how do you feel about watching this year's Super Bowl? Bills team reporter Maddy Glab shared The Maddy Awards for the Bills 2024 season. She handed out honors for team MVP, biggest surprise, game breaker, most improved, most promise, biggest steal, best play and best comeback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-02-051h 29The Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers15: Learn How To Pitch ( From a Top UGC Creator)Our guest today is a UGC queen and she specifically knows how to pitch well, gain long term brand deals, and even land free vacation stays. I am so excited to have on Maddy Garrett from @maddyoutdoors.coach. She teaches creators how to work part-time, but travel full time and she is spilling the tea all things UGC. Become a UGC Creator in 3 Months (affiliate link)In this episode we are covering:Best and simple tips to get started in making UGC contentHow many pitches should you be sending to brands a monthly ( The n...
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The Stride ReportBlue Oval Podcast: Could Sam Whitmarsh Win an NCAA Title? Plus, What Maddy Elmore’s 5k Means for the FutureWell, that was one heck of a weekend, huh? Ben and Garrett have returned to their mics, ready to dive into some potential NCAA-altering results that we saw over the weekend! Key discussion points included Sam Whitmarsh incredible 800-meter effort, Maddy Elmore's all-time 5k mark, Evan Jenkins' 10k debut and more! Be sure to rate, review and subscribe!
(2:21) Sam Whitmarsh Run's NCAA #7 All-Time 800m Mark of 1:44.56
(6:48) Tyrese Reid Runs 1:45 (800m)
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(21:04) Flockhart & May Go 1-2 in 1500m
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(25:48) Charlie O'Donovan Runs 3:39 (1500...
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We Signed An NDAScare Bear (w/ Garrett Palm)"Another fight, another vehicle." Amanda and Ann wade into the icy waters of Lake Tahoe as Superstorm Sandoval wreaks havoc on the VPR friend group. There are various altercations in various locations. Brace yourselves.Then they're joined by multi-talented horseboy Garrett Palm (25:36) for a delightful conversation covering everything from YouTube wormholes to karaoke with your boss to the fascinating social dynamics of bears and horses.Lastly, the gals try out a new couples therapy segment (1:34:45) and share their perspective on Kyle and Amanda's relationship in Summer House (another Bravo favorite) Season 8.Check out:
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No to Normal27 - UGC 101: How to Get Paid by Brands WITHOUT Being an Influencer If you want to make money by creating content but you don’t love the idea of pitching products to your followers or you have a small audience, then UGC is your ticket to money and time freedom!Unlike influencer marketing, UGC (user generated content) is a way for people to get paid to create authentic content for brands to post on social media, and the brands in turn are able to build more trust and engagement with their followers. Win-win!Oh, and did I mention that UGC even applies in the travel niche and can le...
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Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review PodcastWinnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023)Send us Fan MailThis week we're venturing into the 100 Acre Woods with Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023). We explore the film's daring transformation from beloved children's story to horror spectacle, debate its artistic merits and divisive audience reception, and consider its future as a franchise. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 26:39.Mentioned in the EpisodeWatch the Movie Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey (2023)Main Episode What will enter the US Public Domain on January 1, 2024? 'Wi...
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Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review Podcast2023 Slasher's Choice AwardsSend us Fan MailThis week we recap the 79 episodes we produced in 2023 and highlight the best and worst in show with the annual Slasher's Choice Awards. We look back on the content we made throughout the year, reflect on our show's success, and set goals for 2024. This episode contains spoilers from movies throughout the year.Support the ShowWe've launched our Patreon to have a place for listener support to help keep our show going. We are accepting support in the form of small monthly donations from our audience. The...
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Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review PodcastAnna and the Apocalypse (2017)Send us Fan MailThis week the patrons have voted for us to review Anna and the Apocalypse (2017). We assess its quality as a musical, unpack its approach to a zombie apocalypse, and debate the likability of its characters. This episode contains spoilers, starting at 24:28.Mentioned in the EpisodeWatch the MovieAnna and the Apocalypse (2017)Main EpisodeI've Just Seen a Face - Jim Sturgess, Across the UniverseWe're Gonna Score Tonight Scene - Grease 2 (1982)Support...
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Hack or Slash - A Horror Movie Review PodcastBetter Watch Out (2016)Send us Fan MailThis week we're commemorating the holiday season with Better Watch Out (2016). We unpack the film's approach to its premise, assess the quality of its performances, and dissect its use of classic horror tropes. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at 41:44.Mentioned in the EpisodeWatch the MovieBetter Watch Out (2016)Main Episode Why are door handles so high in Australia?Easy Explanation of Australian Door Knobs Movies that are the same as Ho...
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