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The Inspired Media PodcastUNSELFISH SELLING: the strategies, methods, and lessons that got me $6K in 2 days passivelyHey Bestie 🤍🫶If you watched the last episode or you’ve been tuning into my content, you know I’m all about unselfish content — but today, we’re talking about unselfish selling and how the two actually come from the same place. I’m currently in a soft launch (July 2025 vibes), and I figured this would be the perfect time to give you the real behind-the-scenes on what it actually looks like to launch a course that connects, converts, and doesn’t make people roll their eyes.This episode is a mix of storytelling, live lessons, and strategy — no...2025-07-0326 minThe Inspired Media PodcastUNSELFISH CONTENT™ : the framework to get people to care about you and your lifestylewelcome to DAY 1 of your It Girl Content Rebrand!!! the first assignment: deep diving into SELFISH vs. UNSELFISH CONTENT. if you’re making vlogs, GRWMs, or “come with me” style content and wondering why it’s not growing your brand or building a real community, this one’s for you. you’ll learn the difference between selfish vs. unselfish content, and how to instantly elevate your lifestyle videos so they actually make people feel something.✨ THE NOTES: we’ve lost the plot with lifestyle content — it’s cute, but not always meaningful.selfish content = narrating your life w...2025-06-2513 minThe Inspired Media Podcastthe strategy behind a cult-like brand, influencer strategy, and angel investing ft. Kira Jackson (@kiramackenzie)Have you ever wondered what goes on behind-the-scenes your favorite brands? Strategy, product, influencer marketing, how to get noticed by them? In today’s episode we have a veryyyyy special guest, Kira Jackson, the chief brand officer at Set Active (yeahhhh SET ACTIVE!!!!), breaking the fourth wall and revealing it all for us to learn from. Whether you’re a founder or business owner wanting to stand out from the noise of socials or a creator who has a dream brand that you'd would luv to work with, we’re getting INTO ITTTTT! the BTS of brand strategy for Set...2025-05-221h 01The Inspired Media Podcastgrowing as a content creator *sustainably*, bad social media advice, youtube in 2025, and embracing the cringe with tess barclay (@tessbarclay)Today’s guest is extra, extraaaa special – literally the collab I’ve been counting down the days for! We’re sitting down with the founder of Busy Blooming, Tess, to talk about her journey from corporate 9-5 to full-time content creator and business owner. We’re ✨unpacking ✨ alllllll the social media tea on: Tess’ journey: from corporate marketing to running Busy Blooming & being a full-time creatorSocial media advice that needs to goooo (spoiler: you don’t need to post 6x a day to be successful)The biggest mistakes creators make & how to avoid themStarting a YouTube channel? Tess breaks it all down...2025-04-021h 02The Inspired Media Podcasta step-by-step guide to crafting your SIGNATURE STYLE SERIESThe episode you’ve all been waiting for: Signature STYLE Series! This episode is your step-by-step guide to crafting a series that you’ll be KNOWN for (well at least one way to do it). And trust me, the “STYLE” part? It’s everything!!!! So allow me to be your social media strategist for a day: Why This Works (Receipts Inside 👀)What happened when my clients started their own: Client A: Brand deal booked after just 5 episodes + increased engagement + increased website traffic Client B: 40K+ followers in 3 daysClient C: From 40K views to 400K+ on her SSSClient...2025-03-2732 minThe Inspired Media Podcastsuccess in your 20's (pt. 2) – the hard truths & uncomfy shifts from making $500k as a content ceothe creator economy is worth $250 BILLION dollars, so it’s safe to say THERE IS MONEY TO BE MADE, but let’s be soooo for real about the other side of “making a lot of money” as a creator (or should i say creator CEO). this episode is part 2 of the raw, unfiltered lessons from scaling to half a million dollars as a creator ceo. here’s what i wish i knew:1. you won’t always get the recognition you think you deserve—keep going anyway2. hustle is addicting, just bc something is “familiar” to do, doesn’t mean i...2025-03-1333 minThe Inspired Media Podcastsuccess in your 20’s: lessons from making 1/2 million dollars in 1 year as a founder, social media strategist, and content creatormy most nerve-wracking, shaking in my boots, i'm sweatinggggg episode, but i'm finally ready to share: after 3 years, i hit 100K followers on tiktok (now almost 100K on ig) in less than 2 years, i hit 6 figuresin 2024, i made 1/2 million dollarsin january this year, i made $70Kin 14 days i launched my podcast (now: 70K+ downloads)success in your 20’s is a balancing act: enjoy your youth but also take advantage of it. this episode will be part 1 on the lessons i learned through success milestones, mone...2025-02-2830 minThe Inspired Media Podcasttop ways creators self-sabotage their content: lessons from beginner to macro-influencers + 6-fig entrepreneursHAPPY VALENTINES DAY (well almost) ❤️‍🔥  and since my luv language is roasting you LOL, i thought it would only be fitting if that’s what we dedicated today’s post to be: a little tough luv for the toxic habits that might be holding you BACK! we’re calling it out so you can move forward with clarity.saying "just coming on here"—own your presence.quit apologizing for your looks—we literallyyyy didn’t even notice, and even if we do…more engagement helloooodon’t give up after one try—just bc it didn't work the first time, DOES NOT mean your ide...2025-02-1320 minThe Inspired Media Podcastunselfish vlogs + more ways to leverage your lifestyle in your contentso you wanna leverage your lifestyle and personality in you content? PPEERRIODDDDD. in this episode we’re talking through tangible ways to create YOU-CODED content that resonates with your audience.Episode Breakdown:Mindset First: Your brand isn’t just about you. Focus on the impact you want to make and the bigger picture beyond your own goals.Lifestyle Content That Hits: Stop making “selfish” vlogs that are just about you—invite your audience in with storytelling, conflict, and context that keeps them wanting MORE and allows us to connect with you 2025-01-0816 minThe Inspired Media Podcastthings to LEAVE BEHIND in 2024 (and the MUCH BETTER alternatives) to set your brand up for SUCCESSsay it with me: in 2025 we are ONLY ACCEPTING IT GIRL BEHAVIOR💅. buuuuut we cannot build that up without TAKING OUT THE TRASH so in this episode we’re going through the main social media “practices, habits, tips” (and some lifestyle as well) that DID NOT make the cut on the IT GIRL AGENDA as well as the farrrrr better alternatives🤌✨✨my verse of the year to you:Psalm 65:1111 You crown the year with a bountiful harvest;even the hard pathways overflow with abundance.i hope this year is so nourishing, fu...2025-01-0124 minThe Inspired Media Podcastyour IT GIRL new year rebrand: the step-by-step guide to bringing your vision board to lifewhat's going viral rn? the girlies are planning their new years rebrand at 1am...and honestly i get it LOL! BUT what if i told you i have the PERFECT next step to your vision boarding aka the ✨IT GIRL AGENDA✨: take last year lookseyyy👀focus on the 4 main categories: 💻BIZ, 🤝SOCIALS, 💸FINANCES, 🤍PERSONAL🖊️plan goals/focuses in each of the 4 main categories👟write AT LEAST 1 small action item per focus/goal🕊️pray over your plan (Jeremiah 29:11)as we're all in our planning era, just remember, you can't THINK your way to success, it's ACTION that makes the BIGGEST IMPACT (yes even the...2024-12-2311 minThe Inspired Media Podcastfrom $1K to $1 MILLION: the success, growth, and money mindset shifts you can start practicing today w/ @_samanthadailyi hate to say it but: if you want to BE successful, you have to ACTUALLY DECIDE to be successful. simple? yes. always easy? no.  in this episode with business mentor and podcast host, Samantha  (@_samanthadaily), we're getting into the most impactful success, growth, and money mindset shifts that will get you out of "that would be nice" to "oh I REALLY DID THAT!" (hello IT GIRLLLLLLL). throughout her career from living in Spain, making a thousand euro per month, to making her first million dollars, she has accomplished: — Built a $100,00 figure business in 1 year— Became...2024-11-2757 minThe Inspired Media Podcastselling is flirty: the strategy + tactics behind my FIRST minimind launch ($20K in sales + sold out group program)DONT BE ALARMED!!! this isn't some "make an extra $10K in 10 minutes" scheme BAHHAHAH no thanks. we talk A TON about a human-first POV to content and the same thing goes with selling. my first big launch of 2024 was a digital course, SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0, and because of that launch, i hit my highest sales month YET: $60K. we luv a "passive income" moment but WE EXTRA LUV "live-time" collaboration. the YOU-CODED minimind was an offer i've been sitting on for 1 year and i  finally brought it to life in 2024 aka THE BEST GIRL GROUP EVERRRRRR 2024-11-2129 min
Boujee Best Friend with KokoSuccessful Creators Move Differently: The Power of Vulnerability and Connection ft. Alyssa Chan Evangelista, Inspired Media CoEP98: In today's episode we're chatting with Alyssa Chan Evangelista, a brand builder and social media strategist. She discusses the importance of taking action and experimenting to build skills and a portfolio. Alyssa talks about ways content creators can stand out by focusing on how they deliver their message and make their audience feel.
She also highlights the importance of niching down within yourself and creating a you-coded strategy that reflects your personal brand. Alyssa provides insights on building a brand's social media presence and how to effectively use Instagram and TikTok to showcase different aspects of...2024-09-241h 01The Inspired Media Podcastlessons after 6 years as a social media manager with Mila Holmes (@bymilaholmes)my fellow SMM’s/VA’s/OSP’s THIS ONE’s FOR YOUUUUUUU! with 6 years of social media management experience, i sat down with Mila Holmes to dive deep into the growth of her career from freelance SMM to now starting an agency, her processes on booking clients, how she’s been able to craft effective workflows with clients today, ANNDDD answering some of your questions to become a successful social media manager. i literally have screenshots of Mila’s tiktoks from the beginning of my business so this episode was EXTRA special 2024-09-191h 07The Inspired Media Podcasttake hotter pics + how to prep for your brand shoot (hot pics academy)THIS TOOK ME WAY TOO LONG TO SPEAK ON BUT LET’S TALK ABOUT A FOUNDATIONAL PART OF YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY: THE HOT PICS. i’m listing out the essentials, tips, practices, and reminders to help you prep for your next brand shoot (and to practice on your own). make sure to binge my new series on IG and TT y📸 the hot pics academy📸 for more examples + visuals 2024-08-2922 minThe Inspired Media Podcastleveraging "controversy" to grow on socials + gaining confidence as a creator with KoKo (@kokobeaute)YET ANOTHER fantasticccc guest: Kornelija Slunjski shares her journey after immigrating to America at 22 years old, starting her social media journey in the beauty space, switching niches, becoming known as the "high maintenance influencer" who gives brutally honest beauty advice, AND what she did with these "controversial opinions" to grow a community of 175K followers on instagram, 212.6K on tiktok, and 14.7K subscribers on youtube as a full-time influencer!  we know a sure fire way to get more eyes on your brand is ruffling up some feathers but WHAT NEXT? what happens AFTER that viral video. can you really b...2024-08-1559 minThe Inspired Media Podcastthings i did right to make multi 6-figures in my business as a 20 somethingwho would've thought a failed wanna be actress would then grow into a social media manager who built a multi 6-figure social media agency, is getting booking out of 1:1's months in advance, booking dream, long-term partnerships, and working with the MOST INSPIRING, AMAZING, IT GIRL ENERGY creators and entrepreneurs (i definitely  didn't, but what i did know is: i would be a terrible employee LOL bc i hate when ppl tell me what to do (BIGGG ENNEAGRAM 3 ENERGY), i NEEDED a job where i could be creative, and i wanted to not only make money, but be in c...2024-07-1728 minThe Inspired Media Podcastbalancing being a content creator while working a 9-5 (content workflow, brand deals, habits to make the girlies rich in 2024)raise your hand if you work a full-time job WHILE ALSO being/trying to be a content creator (oof i wish i could treat you to a boba rn) but since i can't, today's episode is gonna be ALL ABOUT:balancing a 9-5 while being a content creatortips to work with brands (negotiation + GETTING PAID)tips to make the girlies rich in 2024 (not professional financial advice, please see a professional)with Jenny Park (@mohaewithjennypark). Jenny started monetizing with a smaller following of 12K followers on TikTok and has now grown to over 100K followers, has a talent...2024-07-0452 minThe Inspired Media Podcastways successful creators move differentlyit's SUMMER TIMMMEEE aka the time of year where social media slows down, people are on vacations, reach isn't the same, engagement dips, and THIS IS NORMAL, BUT that doesn't mean there's nothing we can do about it and after working with with some super successful creators (yes imma brag about my clients hehehehe), here are the ways they just move differently that make them so successful✨they got out a FILM (yes even in public): they don't SIT on an idea for too long, they TAKE ACTIONthey cut the fluff (uh's, um's, ar's,) it's second nature to th...2024-06-2623 minThe Inspired Media Podcastgrowing your page vs. growing your business + life and success after getting disabled on instagram with Natasha Zorykwhat would you do if your instagram disappeared? the lovely Natasha, 3X founder, business mentor, and self-made millionaire talks through how she has built 3 business without prioritizing socials (BIG GASP!). we talk about stepping away from socials, how she was able to hit $200K with just 3 IG story posts, a HUMAN-FIRST approach to content (infusing sales psych), her new tech baby, Azura ANNNND we finish each other's ✨sentences✨ (you gotta tune in to get all the tea). i hope you laugh and learn just as much as i did 2024-06-201h 01The Inspired Media PodcastTHE PUBLIC ROAST: "how can i increase engagement?"...THE new ❤️‍🔥 PUBLIC ROAST SEGMENT❤️‍🔥  IS OFFICIALLY HERE!!!  tiktok may have taken this down the first time but the show must go on so i asked you on instagram and tiktok to ask me a question and i'll roast you (with luv) and answer as many content creation + social media  questions as possible so you an take all the notes from this episode and TAKE ACTION + GET TO CREATING! i'll announce the next time i'm taking on questions on IG and TT so make sure to follow me there 2024-06-0533 minThe Inspired Media Podcastthe creator to business owner pipeline + the dark side of virality + dating/marriage in 2024in today's episode, we're getting a little spicyyyyyy with Karla, who went from certified image consultant to now online dating coach. we're deep diving into the bts of building a business out of content creation, dating in 2024, trad wives, red pill bros, dating + marriage in 2024, the girl boss hustler movement, the dark side of growth + virality, growth OUTSIDE of "social media growth", the roaches (LOL) yeahhhhhh we're talking about a TON, whether you're on your hot girl walk or sattttt with pen and paper in hand, we hope you enjoy, relate, resonate, and have a laugh during today's episode. 2024-05-291h 04The Inspired Media Podcaststarting your instagram from day 1 + selling online without feeling "salesy" with Mya Nicholthere truly is noooo better person to talk about instagram growth, success, and monetization than MYA NICHOL. she is one of my fave online coaches who has no only has the a heart of gold but reach 1 MILLION in sales, hit 6 figures within 4 months of starting her business, gained a community of 288K on instagram, and is also a new mom (yeah i told you she's IT!). In this episode we talk about: -Mya's IG growth journey to over 280K+ followers and how her strategy has changed over the years to match new seasons in business + life ...2024-05-201h 13The Inspired Media Podcastwhat i would do if i had to start over again: THE STAND OUT METHODone of my MOST HIGHLY REQUESTED EPISODES: what would you do if you had to start over? so for today, we're building the foundations of your social strategy together (and no i'm not talking about the viral hooks you need to use). the STAND OUT METHOD was creating to craft a social strategy that prioritizes YOUR PERSONAL BRAND (aka your secret to standing out): the why, the how, and and THEN the what (yes order is important here). and if after this episode, you're craving more step by step guidance whether you're starting from day 1 or needing a little...2024-05-0812 minThe Inspired Media Podcasthow social media has changed over the last 10 years + what you need to do to STAND OUT as a creator/business owner with Emily Duncansocial media really keeps us ON OUR TOES: algorithm changes, content updates, the latest tip to GO VIRAL, howeverrrrrr we play the long game here, so this convo with Emily, and Founder of Fenix Athletica, is talking all about the power of infusing your personal brand within your content as a business owner, what she's learned being on social media for 10+ years, creating content authentically, and juggling owning and business and being a content creator. hope you enjoy as much as i do 2024-05-0258 minThe Inspired Media Podcasthow to add more of your personality within your content: THE LIFESTYLE PILLARlet's make YOU-CODED content! step 1: creating your lifestyle pillar (aka an IMC essential when it comes to social strategy). TOO MANY TIMES i see creators + entrepreneurs over complicate their personal brand and SUCK THE FUNNNNN out of it. listen, YOUR BRAND IS YOUR VIBE and your strategy SHOULD leverage your authenticity.  call it little easter eggs of your personality within your feed (just like your favorite marvel movie). this is why i created the lifestyle pillar: to make room for YOU in your content, to avoid making you look and sound like a textbook, and to create those personal c...2024-04-1213 minThe Inspired Media Podcastcrafting your signature style series + being a STAND OUT lifestyle creator with Julia Montgomeryone of my mostly HIGHLY REQUESTED episodes, and i couldn't think of anyone better than Jules (@juliagmonty) to give us the inside tea of how to create a memorable signature style series AND what is truly means to be a lifestyle creator. a memorable signature style series is POWERRRRFUL for growth--not only in numbers, but IMPACT, and Jules talks all about the process behind creating multiple series, stepping away from trends + prioritizing her personalty within her content (from marketing content to e-commerce to lifestyle), and connecting with her community OUTSIDE of social media. bestie, this is one you're gonna...2024-03-261h 03The Inspired Media Podcastlessons fr. launching a podcast in 14 days: combatting perfectionism + taking actionMel Robbins said that most people give up on their goals 19 days into starting them. SOOOOO, i wanted to make it IMPOSSIBLE to be a quitter and decided to launch this podcast in 14 days (spoiler: WE DID IT) and i learned a TON in just those 14 days that i HAVE TO share with you.  whatever project that's been on your mind, the podcast, the youtube channel, the series, the new service, new product, WHATEVER IT IS....i hope these lessons light a fire under you to take action 2024-03-2016 minThe Inspired Media Podcastsocial media advice I'm TIRED of WHO wrote these "social media rules", bc WE ARE TIRED OF THEMMMMM!!! so, of course we are calling out social media advice that make the eyes roll to the back of my head and re-writing these social media rules with some wayyyyy better alternatives (IMO). Here are a few "rules" we're breaking down in this episode: niche down post 3-5X/day "they did it, do i should to"  instagram is for "perfect content" any other social media rules that give you the ick? LMK on IG stories, DM's, and TikTok 2024-03-1220 minThe Inspired Media Podcastbuilding a community that CRAVES YOUGetting a ton of eyes on you is great, but what about getting people to care, to not just hear you, but LISTEN, to get people coming back for MORE… building a community online. Get your notes about bestie bc we’re covering some mistakes to avoid when trying to build a community online and action items you can implement in your content to get deeper and not wider with your content.
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Join...2024-03-0512 minThe Inspired Media Podcastwhy authenticity feels hard online: the onion person theory 🧅WHY does showing up authentically online feel HARDER than IRL?!?  We're diving deep into this authenticity conundrum and how your personality plays a role in how you create content, AND how SOME PEOPLE, aka 'onion people' - with layers, just like Shrek said, have a harder time "being themselves" online. If you're adaptive, a perfectionist, or super tuned into your environment, you might be one of these onion people. We're talking self-awareness, and how understanding how others see you is crucial for your brand. If you've ever felt like a different person as soon you hit that record button, t...2024-02-2712 minThe Inspired Media PodcastNICHE DOWN…✨within yourself✨We’ve all heard it “NICHE DOWN TO GROW ON SOCIALS”…okay, fine let’s NICHE DOWN… within yourself aka one of my core principals in building a social strategy that puts your personal brand at the forefront of your brand. Call it “strategic authenticity”: framing your content in a way that's uniquely you (SO YOU-CODED).Here's the deal: instead of trying to cover everything under the sun, pick 3-5 topics that you're genuinely passionate about. Go deep, not wide. Think about how your own life experiences shape your perspective, and let that shine through in y...2024-02-2008 minThe Inspired Media Podcastday 1 of Starting your Personal Brand: THE FOUNDATIONSAhh yes, 2024’s new favorite marketing buzzword: *personal brand*. But WHAT DOES IT ACTUALLY MEAN FOR YOU? In this episode, we’re starting day 1 of building your personal brand (the foundations, and no, it’s not “film a get ready with me”, it’s the building blocks that will set you up for the long game). - debunking one of the biggest misconceptions about starting a personal brand- why personal branding has gained so much popularity- what a personal brand is vs. what it isn’t- let's...2024-02-1209 min
Life with MariannaHow to Elevate your Personal Brand + Content Strategy, Connect with Your Audience and Create Engaging Content with Social Media Strategist Alyssa Chan-EvangelistaDo you want to enhance your personal brand and content approach on Tiktok or Instagram? Alyssa Chan-Evangelista, a social media strategist and content creator, shares how to craft content and develop a personal brand to elevate your business. Alyssa discusses the significance of leveraging the "lifestyle pillar" and provides insights on authentic personal branding, content optimization, and audience engagement. We explore how to align your content with marketing priorities and foster genuine connections with followers. In a landscape where authenticity drives engagement, Alyssa's strategy, combined with actionable insights, empowers creators to establish lasting connections and maintain relevance in their content journ...2023-09-0540 min
Radical DisruptionNiching down within yourself w/ Alyssa @inspiredmediacoI’m thrilled to have Alyssa Chan-Evangelista, founder and CEO of Inspired Media Co. with us today. She is an ex-wanna be actress turned social media strategist, manager and content creator. We talk all things building a personal brand, niching down within yourself and building your content creation skills. In this episode, we cover: Building a personal brand What’s your vibe? What are you known to be a go-to for? How all of your content topics can be created through your “it factor” lens Niching down within yourself. Niches work! Creating content with your personal...2023-07-2555 min