I knew not to buy fake followers, but a giveway brings in real people right?! Unfortunately not. I even thought I found a good one that promised US and Latin American followers. I paid to have one lucky person get the chance to win some fancy prize if they followed me and at least ...
For Influencers – Should I Give Up My Copyright?
Before I started blogging, I did acting and modeling on the side. The way the castings work is you're paid for the size of the brand, where the video or photo will be displayed (commercial tv, local shop, all of the US or one small region) and for how long (anywhere from a week to ...
Things I Wish I Had Known When I Started Influencer Marketing
Having been a blogger full time for over 4 years, there's so much I still hope to learn, but there's also a lot I wish I had known from the start. The truth is, you can't do everything in the beginning (see my first tip), but there are small things you can do from the ...
Influencer Platforms Are Now Rating How Risky or Safe Your Account Is
It’s been long known that influencer platforms track engagement rates, brand affiliation, and other relevant statistics. Some claim to be able to tell how real your following is. Most of them struggle in some manner and it’s hard to tell which ones are most accurate. (My bio literally says based in Dallas and yet one ...
My Favorite Photography & Video Equipment as a Travel Blogger
One of the biggest questions we get asked as travel bloggers is what photography & video equipment we shoot with. It's quite an investment to get a camera and the additional lenses. Then of course there's figuring out how to actually use it. Some people say you can just shoot with an Iphone and be ...
Why Instagram Videos Are More Than Just A Trend
Instagram videos are more than just a trend – they’re a powerful marketing tool. Find out why you should use them to your advantage in this post.
The Basics: How to Get Started Blogging in Three Easy Steps
It seems like one of the hardest parts to blogging is just getting started. We're always looking to have things perfect, to be ready, and any number of excuses we can put off getting started. However, it's in jumping in, making mistakes, and learning that you get to experience the joys of blogging. Even now, ...
3 Ways You’re Already Sabotaging Yourself On Tik Tok
Last year we all heard the little whispers of the importance of Tik Tok and it's growing numbers. Some excited for the new challenge hopped on immediately. Other scoffed at a platform that was supposedly just a bunch of teens dancing. And yet now, there's no denying the impact of Tik Tok. Trends that started ...
Best Photography Accessories for Bloggers on a Budget
Sometimes all you need to make a bad photo good or a good photo great is a small item. These photography accessories have made a huge difference in photo quality and some are even under $10! So keep reading for the best photography equipment for bloggers on a budget. If you get nothing else, this LED ...
On Blogging: An Interview with Boss Girl Bloggers Founder EllDuclos
One thing I love about Ell and why I absolutely wanted to have her on here is because she started from nothing. She didn't work in the fashion industry, have a background in photography, or all the connections. She is proof that hard work and a good strategy can make you successful. Check out our ...