And honestly? There are A LOT.

We’re talking about delayed gratification, client rejection, self-trust, networking, burnout, CEO time, making more money by doing less, and why sometimes the best thing you can do for your business is… go outside.

In this episode, we’re talking about:

• Why the clients you sign today might have been watching you for months
• The reminder that business is basically one giant lesson in delayed gratification
• Why you should never celebrate until the money is in the bank
• How to stop taking client rejection personally
• The difference between someone rejecting your offer and rejecting you
• Why people can say yes on a sales call and change their mind afterward
• How setting boundaries can completely change the way you show up in business
• Why your network is probably much closer than you think
• How “one degree away” relationships can lead to clients, referrals, friendships, and opportunities
• Why you should stop forcing yourself into a productivity schedule that doesn't actually work for you
• The weird realization that sometimes the less I work, the more money I make
• Why successful business owners can become addicted to being busy
• The importance of creating actual CEO hours instead of spending every second doing client work
• Why you need to work on your business, not just in it
• Giving yourself permission to have hobbies, travel, go to the beach, and have a personality outside of your business
• What it looks like to let your business grow up a little so it doesn't need you 24/7
• Why self-trust becomes absolutely essential when you're making big life and business moves

Want to check out more from Marie?

🎧 Listen to her podcast about scaling your business: Your Girl 

👉 Follow her on Instagram: @yourgirlmedia 

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If the word “website” makes you want to crawl under your desk and never come out, this episode is for you.

Because apparently, you do not need a giant, expensive, perfectly designed website to start building your business online. 

You just need somewhere on the internet that you actually own.

In this episode, I’m chatting with my friend Andrea, owner and lead designer of Merveille Creative Studios, about websites, SEO, branding, and what creators actually need when they’re building a business.

And honestly? We are making websites feel way less overwhelming.

If you’re a travel content creator, UGC creator, influencer, or creator who wants to work with brands, tourism boards, and businesses, this episode is packed with practical advice for building an online presence that makes you look legit — without spending your entire life trying to figure out your website.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why you should stop relying entirely on Instagram and social media to house your business
• Why a simple landing page is better than nothing
• Why you should have your own domain instead of relying on platforms like Linktree or hosted landing pages
• What your website actually needs if you're just getting started
• When it's time to graduate from a landing page to a full website
• The essential pages every creator website should have
• Why your UGC portfolio should NOT live on Canva
• How your website can help you get discovered through SEO
• Why having a website can help creators look more legitimate to brands and tourism boards
• Website platforms including Squarespace, Wix, Showit, and WordPress
• Why Andrea personally prefers WordPress for SEO and customization
• The difference between easy-to-use website platforms and platforms that give you more flexibility
• Why website speed matters for SEO
• How to check your website speed with Google PageSpeed Insights
• The biggest website mistake creators make in their hero section
• Why you need to tell people who you are and what you do immediately
• How to use analytics to understand who's actually visiting your website
• Why you should have an email opt-in on your website
• What platform you should use if you're selling digital products vs. physical products
• How your website can become a home base for your travel content creation business

🎧 Want to listen to my producer's podcast all about scaling your business to the next level? Check our her podcast, Your Girl 

Connect with Andrea:

• Follow her on Instagram: @merveillecs
• Check out her website
• Want a FREE website audit? Click HERE 
• Want to Book a VIP Day? Click HERE

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What would happen to your business if Instagram disappeared tomorrow?

For travel creators, social media can feel like the entire business — the content, the audience, the brand deals, the money. But there’s one major problem: you don’t actually own your Instagram audience.

In this episode, we’re talking about why email marketing might be one of the most overlooked tools in a travel creator’s business — and why building an email list can completely change the way you grow, connect with your audience, and make money.

Because being a successful travel creator isn’t just about creating beautiful content. It’s about building a business you actually own.

In this episode, we’re diving into:

• Why your Instagram followers aren’t actually your audience
• The difference between rented audiences and owned audiences
• Why travel content is especially well-suited for email marketing
• How your audience is already using your travel content to plan trips
• Why hotel recommendations, packing lists, visa tips, and destination guides can become the foundation of your newsletter
• Why email can be more valuable to brands than your Instagram following
• How a newsletter can support your brand deal strategy
• What makes a travel newsletter actually worth opening
• Why consistency matters more than sending emails every week
• How to create short, conversational emails that don’t take hours to write
• Why your newsletter needs a clear purpose beyond “here’s what I’ve been up to”
• How to stop overthinking your emails and actually hit send

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A free 25-min workshop on building a newsletter that feels as easy as texting — structure, consistency, and how to turn readers into clients.

For creators who know they need a newsletter and just need it to feel doable.

Today I’m sharing the apps and tools I think you are absolutely sleeping on if you want to grow your business, save time, and stop doing everything manually.

I’m a big believer that the right tools can make running your business so much easier and there are a few that I use constantly that I think more travel creators need to know about.

In this episode, I’m breaking down my favorite creator tools, business systems, AI tools, and apps for everything from project management and pitching to email marketing, time tracking, content creation, and staying organized.

We’re talking about:

• Why Asana is one of my non-negotiable business systems and how I use the desktop app to quickly capture tasks
• Why I use Instagram on desktop instead of my phone to avoid the doom-scroll trap
• How I use LinkedIn as a more intentional engagement activity
• The dictation tool I’m OBSESSED with and why WhisperFlow is a game changer for writing emails and YouTube scripts. 

👉 USE MY WHISPERFLOW LINK TO GET STARTED

• How I use Airtable as a lead tracker for my more complicated pitching system
• The simple Google Chrome tab organization trick that makes my life way easier
• Why I’m moving from Fathom to Granola for meeting notes
• How I’m experimenting with Claude to clean up my desktop and take some of those annoying manual tasks off my plate
• Why the humble Notes app is one of my favorite business tools
• The new Kit MCP feature and why I’m excited about connecting AI directly to my email marketing
• How Subscriber Signals can help you identify potential collaborators and opportunities hiding inside your email list
• New design features, landing pages, and forms inside Kit
• Why I think you should be using Google Sheets and Google Forms instead of constantly adding another paid platform and another login to your life
• How I’m using Toggl to track exactly where my time is going
• Why I’m doing a time audit to figure out what I should be automating, delegating, or using AI to help with

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
• Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5
• Say hi on Instagram

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  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
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In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of two recent email marketing projects I’ve been working on and breaking down the exact strategies we’re using to turn subscribers into warm leads, create FOMO, and ultimately convert people into paying customers.

Because your email list should not be an afterthought.

I’m walking you through how I’m building a waitlist strategy for Cocktails & Clothes, including the welcome sequence, weekly newsletter, segmentation, speed networking events, early-access offers, and the systems that keep the waitlist warm.

I’m also sharing how I took a business strategist from basically zero to a fully automated newsletter system in just three weeks — including why I chose GoHighLevel over Substack, how we’re using different signup forms and welcome sequences based on where someone came from, and why having a content strategy behind your newsletter matters SO much.

And honestly? This is the unglamorous backend stuff that actually works.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

• How to build an email marketing strategy that turns followers into paying customers
• The influencer strategies and creator tips you can use to create FOMO around your offer
• How to create a waitlist that actually stays warm and converts
• The email sequence I’m using to nurture people from waitlist signup to purchase
• Why segmentation from day one is non-negotiable
• How to use a weekly newsletter to consistently showcase wins, testimonials, events, and social proof
• Why your newsletter should have a goal beyond simply “sending content”
• How to create different welcome sequences based on where your subscribers came from
• Why you may need multiple signup forms for your email list
• How to build a newsletter content bank so you’re never starting from scratch
• Why I chose GoHighLevel instead of jumping on the Substack train
• How to build automated email marketing systems without adding another million tools to your business
• The importance of documenting your backend systems so you actually know how everything works
• How I took a newsletter system from kickoff to launch in just three weeks

Want to see behind the scenes of my client Marie's waitlist email strategy for Cocktails & Close? 

👉 Sign up HERE

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 creators spend years figuring out how to make more money... but almost nobody teaches us what to do once the money actually starts showing up.

In this episode, I'm sitting down with my friend Jillian Todd from The Money Confident Podcast to talk about the financial side of running a creator business that nobody prepared us for. If you've ever looked at your bank account, shrugged, and thought, "I think I'm doing okay?"—this episode is for you.

We're talking about the numbers every creator needs to know, how to stop running your business on vibes, why recurring revenue is one of the most underrated ways to reduce stress, and how to actually build wealth without giving up the things you love.

Because here's the truth...

Knowing how to create content and knowing how to run a profitable business are two completely different skills.

And it's time we started treating our creator businesses like actual businesses.

In This Episode We Cover:

• Why so many successful creators still feel anxious about money
• The four financial numbers every creator should know
• Revenue vs. expenses vs. profit (without the confusing finance jargon)
• How to stop running your business "on vibes"
• Creating a monthly income minimum that gives you peace of mind
• Financial systems that actually work (even if you hate spreadsheets)
• QuickBooks vs. Google Sheets vs. Monarch Money
• Why recurring revenue creates financial freedom
• Smart tax planning for creators and freelancers
• Investing your money instead of letting it sit
• How to build wealth while running a creative business
• Why pricing—not working more hours—is often the key to scaling
• Setting realistic income goals that your brain can actually believe
• How to reward yourself while still building wealth
• Becoming your own "sugar daddy" (yes... we went there.)

💸 Join Jillian's FREE live class on August 17:
$50K Goal in 12 Months: The 3 Steps to DONE
Learn the exact framework she teaches creatives to hit big financial goals without burning themselves out.
👉 https://jilliantoddcoaching.com/50k

📈 Grab Jillian's FREE Cash Flow Planning Worksheet
Finally get a clear picture of what's coming in, what's going out, and plan your income months ahead.
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🎙️ Binge The Money Confident Podcast
If you loved this conversation, you'll love Jillian's podcast packed with practical money advice for creative entrepreneurs.
👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-breadwinner-success-stories-retirement-cash-flow/id1518160629?i=1000776168731

✨ Want hands-on support?
Check out Breadwinner, Jillian's signature group coaching program designed to help creative entrepreneurs build wealth, hit big financial goals, and create a business that actually supports the life they want.
👉 https://jilliantoddcoaching.com/breadwinner

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  You’ll get:
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You don't need another content strategy.

You don't need another trending Reel.

And you definitely don't need 47 open tabs, six Notes app lists, and random ideas living in your Instagram DMs.

If you're a travel content creator who feels busy all the time but still wonders why your business isn't growing, this episode is your wake-up call.

Because chances are... you don't have a content problem.

You have a business systems problem.

In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to build an Operations Hub—the boring backend system that actually helps you make more money, stay organized, and finally start running your creator business like a CEO instead of constantly putting out fires.

Yes, it's boring.

Yes, it works.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why most travel influencers don't actually have a content problem—they have an infrastructure problem.
• What an Operations Hub is (and why every creator needs one).
• How to organize your business using Asana, Notion, Google Sheets, or whatever works best for your brain.
• The three things every Operations Hub should track.
• How to stop recreating content from scratch every week.
• The simple weekly operating rhythm that actually moves revenue.
• How to organize leads so you stop letting opportunities go cold.
• Why building boring business systems is one of the biggest business hacks successful creators use.
• The mindset shift from creator to CEO that changes everything.

Resources Mentioned

• Asana ( myfavorite free project management tool)
• Notion (great alternative if it fits your workflow better)
• Google Sheets
• Notes App
• Airtable

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  You’ll get:
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Some days you're the smartest, most beautiful person to ever grace the earth. Other days you want to crawl into the back of a dumpster and hope somebody sets it on fire. This is an episode for the second kind of day.

Okay so. Real talk: running your own travel creator business does not come with a "smartest and most beautiful person alive" setting every single day. Sometimes it comes with a "maybe I should just go polish up my resume and see if I could even get hired as a barista" setting. And if you've never had a barista day, congratulations, I don't believe you.

In this episode I'm walking you through exactly what I do when I hit one of those days — when the highs are high, the lows are LOW, and I genuinely consider giving it all up for a full-fledged coffee bar situation instead. This is not a "hustle harder" pep talk. This is the actual toolkit I use to get myself off the floor and back to running my travel influencer business like the boss I am 80% of the time.

We're talking:

• Why baristas get up at 4 AM and what that has to do with anything (spoiler: it's about structure, not caffeine)
• Letting yourself actually feel the barista feelings instead of toxic-positivity-ing your way past them
• Why your best ideas never happen while you're sitting at your computer — get the fuck out
• The Parkinson's Law trick I use to get killer work done before 3 PM so I can have my whole evening back
• My feel-good folder — the one piece of proof that you've won before and you'll win again
• Scheduling movement, changing your environment, and giving yourself something (anything) to look forward to
• Why phoning a friend in the business-building world might be the most underrated business hack nobody's talking about
• Letting yourself do the "unnecessary" fun work — yes, even the mean-girl-style carousels — because it gets you excited to come back

This episode is basically permission to have a bad day, followed by an actual plan to get out of it. Because knowing how to create good content and knowing how to run a content creation business are two completely different skills — and nobody's talking about the second one. Except me.

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  You’ll get:
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 I had to build my creator business all over again, I'd make way fewer things... and a whole lot more money.

Seriously.

There are so many things I spent time worrying about that didn't actually grow my business. Looking back, there are only a handful of things that truly moved the needle, and if I were starting from zero today, I'd ignore almost everything else.

In this episode, I'm sharing the six things I'd do differently so you can skip some of the mistakes, avoid productive procrastination, and build a creator business that actually pays you.

Whether you're building a UGC business, growing a travel content business, or working toward becoming a full-time creator, these are the lessons I wish someone had told me years ago.

In this episode, we talk about:

•  Why following too many business experts slows your progress 
•  How to choose one content platform and stay consistent 
•  The backend systems every creator should set up from day one 
•  The handful of tasks that actually generate revenue 
•  Why networking creates more opportunities than posting more content 
•  How to stop wasting hours creating content that doesn't lead to monetization 
•  The biggest mindset shift that helped simplify my business 

If I could give you one piece of advice...

Figure out how you've made money before.

Then keep doing those things.

It's honestly that simple.

Not easy—but simple.

Too many creators assume they need more content, another strategy, or another course when what they actually need is to repeat the activities that already produce results.

Resources Mentioned

•  Toggle (time tracking) 
•  Claude AI 
•  Google Sheets 
•  Canva 

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If you've been spending hours trying to create the perfect Reel while completely ignoring your Instagram Stories... we need to have a chat.

In this episode, I'm sitting in the trunk of my car (yes, really) while Alyssa records from what sounds like an actual cave. The audio? Not our finest work. The content? Absolutely worth it.

Alyssa Moorhead  host of The DM Sales Gal podcast is the queen of Instagram Stories, DM sales, and helping business owners stop relying on endless content creation to make sales. She shares exactly how she uses simple, five-minute Stories to generate leads, start conversations, and even close $16,000 sales—all without complicated funnels or endless sales calls.

If Instagram has started to feel exhausting, this episode will feel like a giant sigh of relief.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why Instagram Stories are often more powerful than Reels for converting followers into clients
• The simple five-minute daily habit that can completely change your lead generation
• What to actually post on Stories (even when you think you have nothing to say)
• The biggest Instagram Stories mistakes keeping people from buying
• How to turn Story viewers into genuine conversations (without being weird or salesy)
• The four types of Stories that consistently bring in clients
• Why sharing your client work is more valuable than creating perfect content
• How to build trust without scripts, polished videos, or fancy editing
• Alyssa's five-step DM sales process that replaces traditional sales calls
• Why fewer Story viewers can actually lead to more sales
• How to organize and nurture leads without overcomplicating your systems
• Calls-to-benefit vs. calls-to-action (this one changed how I think about content)

Memorable Moments

"You literally don't have five minutes?"

That sentence lives rent-free in my brain now... and honestly? It's why I've been consistently showing up on Stories.

We also talk about:

• Why your audience doesn't care if your hair is messy or you're wearing yesterday's T-shirt.
• Why your business is far more interesting than you think it is.
• How simply talking about your client work can fill your inbox with inquiries.
• Why Instagram Stories should feel more like FaceTiming a friend than performing for strangers.

Resources Mentioned

• Alyssa's Free Lead Tracker
• Alyssa's Five-Step DM Sales Flow
• Cocktails & Close networking community
• The DM Sales podcast

Connect with Alyssa Morehead

If you loved this conversation (and I know you will), go binge Alyssa's podcast, The DM Sales Podcast, where she shares practical strategies for selling through Instagram DMs, creating Stories that convert, and building a business without complicated sales funnels.

You can also find Alyssa on Instagram, where she's showing exactly how she uses Instagram Stories to generate leads and sales in real time.

Loved this episode?

If this episode gave you that little kick you needed to finally start posting on Stories, I'd love it if you'd:

• Follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode.
• Leave a rating and review—it helps more creative entrepreneurs find the show.
• Share this episode with the business owner who's spending three hours editing Reels instead of spending five minutes talking to their audience.
• And if you start showing up on Stories after listening... tag me and Alyssa! We want to cheer you on.

Now quit overthinking it.

Go make the Story.

You've got five minutes. 💛

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  You’ll get:
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Ever catch yourself trying to reinvent your travel creator business when what’s actually working is staring you right in the face?

This month I sat down with my my podcast producer Marie from Your Girl Media to unpack our biggest business lessons from June, and honestly, the theme was pretty clear: boring works. Not sexy. Not groundbreaking. Just effective.

We talked about the habits, systems, and mindset shifts that are actually moving the needle in our businesses right now—from lead tracking and hiring support to selling through stories and treating your business like a real storefront.

If you've been feeling pulled toward shiny new ideas instead of doubling down on what's already working, this episode is your reminder to keep it simple.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why “boring is profitable” and the simple business activities that create the biggest results
• The mistake entrepreneurs make when they keep adding more offers, systems, and complexity
• How hiring a virtual assistant changed the game (and why most people don't know how to use one effectively at first)
• What happened when Marie finally started using her lead tracker consistently
• Why successful businesses iterate instead of constantly reinventing themselves
• The mindset shift of treating your online business like a brick-and-mortar store
• How to handle pricing, discounts, and boundaries with more confidence
• The power of Instagram Stories for lead generation and relationship building
• Why showing up online isn't actually about you
• Laura's surprisingly simple list of business activities that drive growth
• The private newsletter trainings generating high-converting sales conversations
• How warm leads convert differently than cold audiences
• The difference between growing a business and actually scaling one
• Capacity, pricing, and the hidden challenges that come with increased demand
• Why entrepreneurs need to brag about their accomplishments more often

Key Takeaways:

✨ Boring builds businesses. The activities you want to skip are often the ones producing the best results.

✨ Stop fixing what's not broken. If something is working, your job is usually to improve it—not replace it.

✨ Showing up consistently matters more than showing up perfectly.

✨ Your business doesn't need 100 strategies. It needs a handful of proven actions repeated consistently.

✨ Scaling isn't just making more money—it's increasing revenue while decreasing the amount of time required to earn it.

Resources & Mentions:

• Michelle ( Our Business Coach)
• The DM Sales Gal Podcast with Alyssa
• Check out our VA we are obsessed with, Glen ( tell him you came from my podcast!)

Connect with Marie:

Want more business lessons? Check out Marie's podcast: Your Girl 

Want more business lessons from us? You'll love this episode 

Follow her on Instagram: @yourgirlmedia

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Yeah. I know.

This episode absolutely broke my brain in the best possible way.

Today I'm sitting down with Alexis Campisi, attorney and founder of Life & Lemons Legal, who specializes in helping content creators, influencers, and online business owners stay legally protected while building their businesses online.

And let me tell you—if you've ever thought, "I'll deal with the legal stuff later," this episode is your sign.

From FTC disclosures and affiliate marketing rules to privacy policies, trademarks, LLCs, contracts, and the surprisingly scary things hiding in brand agreements, Alexis is sharing the legal foundations every creator needs to know before something goes wrong.

Don't panic. This episode isn't here to scare you out of entrepreneurship.

It's here to help you protect the business you're working so hard to build.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why "I didn't know" is never a legal defense
• The FTC disclosure rules creators often get wrong
• What affiliate marketers and course creators need to know
• Why every website needs an up-to-date privacy policy
• The hidden risks of collecting customer data online
• What terms of use and terms of purchase actually do
• Contract red flags every creator should watch for
• The truth about usage rights and "in perpetuity" clauses
• Why DMs can sometimes become legally binding contracts
• How to protect your personal assets with an LLC
• Trademark mistakes that can force an expensive rebrand
• What content creators should review annually to stay compliant
• The legal foundations every online business should have

Key Takeaways

✨ Being gifted a product is still a form of compensation—and disclosure is required.

✨ Privacy policies are living documents that should be updated as your business evolves.

✨ Many creator contracts heavily favor the brand, which is why reading every clause matters.

✨ An LLC helps create separation between your personal and business assets.

✨ Trademark issues can become incredibly expensive if you discover them too late.

✨ Legal compliance isn't about being perfect from day one—it's about building a stronger foundation as your business grows.

Resources Mentioned

• FTC Disclosure Guidelines
• Privacy Policies
• Terms of Use
• Terms of Purchase
• LLC Formation
• Trademark Registration
• Creator Contracts
• Affiliate Marketing Compliance

Connect with Alexis:

Website: lifeandlemonslegal.com

Instagram:
@lifeandlemonslegal
@abcampisi

If you have questions about creator contracts, trademarks, privacy policies, or building a legally sound online business, Alexis is an incredible resource and someone I highly recommend following.

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And if this conversation made you immediately want to go update your privacy policy (same), send it to a creator friend who needs to hear it.

Because protecting your business today is a whole lot easier than fixing a legal mess tomorrow.

Happy creating.

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What happens if your brand deals dry up tomorrow?

Not in a dramatic, end-of-the-world way. Just a normal slow season. A budget cut. A campaign that gets postponed. A client who ghosts after saying, "We'll circle back."

If that thought makes you uncomfortable, this episode is for you.

Too many successful travel creators have built businesses that look solid on the outside but rely almost entirely on rented income. Brand deals can be lucrative, but they're still income streams that someone else controls. And if brand deals are your only revenue source, you're not really running a business—you're running a very successful freelance operation.

In this episode, I'm breaking down why every travel creator needs owned income alongside brand partnerships and how to start building revenue streams that you actually control.

In This Episode:

• Why brand deals are "rented income" (and why that's a problem)
• The difference between rented income and owned income
• How to create more stable travel creator income streams
• Why an email list is the foundation of every sustainable travel creator business
• The simplest way to start building travel influencer passive income
• How to identify products, services, or offers hiding inside your existing content
• Questions to ask yourself before creating a course, membership, or digital product
• Why waiting until you need additional revenue is already too late
• How successful creators build long-term travel influencer income beyond sponsorships

Mentioned in This Episode:

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Key Takeaway

Brand deals should be part of your business—not the entire business.

The creators building sustainable, long-term wealth aren't just negotiating bigger sponsorships. They're building owned assets, owned audiences, and owned income streams that continue generating revenue regardless of what brands decide to do this quarter.

If you've already mastered brand partnerships, the next level isn't more content.

It's building a business.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If this episode got you thinking about your own revenue strategy, send me a DM on Instagram and tell me:

What's one thing you could create that you would actually own?

And if you're ready to build a travel creator business that isn't dependent on your next brand deal, come join us inside The Travel Creator Business Plan.

Happy creating. ✈️

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Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on one of my highest-income months ever and sharing the business lessons that came with it. From unexpected income streams and client conversions to content positioning, productivity, and the mindset shifts that helped me grow, I'm walking you through exactly what happened and what I'm taking with me into the next season of business.

If you're building a travel creator business and wondering how to increase your revenue without adding more to your plate, this episode is for you.

In This Episode:

• What actually contributed to my highest-income month
• Why looking at your data matters more than chasing new strategies
• The surprising timeline behind client conversions
• Why travel creators need to share more of their behind-the-scenes work
• The shift from content strategist to revenue strategist
• How I evaluate content through a revenue-generating lens
• The importance of focusing on income-producing activities
• The lesson I learned about travel creator income streams
• Why "boring" business activities often create the biggest results
• My new daily sales habit that's helping move the needle
• How EFT tapping helped me manage stress, imposter syndrome, and anxiety
• Why I do my best work when I have travel plans on the calendar
• The "Save the Day" practice that's helping me avoid burnout
• Key Takeaways for Travel Creators

One of the biggest lessons from this month was realizing that revenue doesn't always arrive the way you expect it to. While I was focused on growing one area of my business, some of my biggest wins came from completely different travel creator income streams.

Another reminder? Content alone isn't the goal. Revenue is.

Every piece of content should support a larger business objective. Whether you're creating content for brand partnerships, affiliate marketing, digital products, services, or UGC, the question isn't "What should I post?" It's "How does this support my business goals?"

The most successful travel creator businesses aren't built on doing more—they're built on doing the right things consistently.

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If this episode resonated with you, send me a DM on Instagram @travelcontentwriting and tell me:

What's one thing you're doing this week to "save the day"?

And if your email marketing systems feel like a complete nightmare behind the scenes, reach out. Helping creators simplify their email funnels, automations, and revenue systems is literally what I do.

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• Why Pinterest is one of the most underrated marketing platforms in 2026
• The difference between short-term marketing and sustainable marketing
• How Pinterest traffic compounds over time
• Why creators and business owners should think like search engines, not social media algorithms
• The Pinterest SEO strategy every beginner should know
• How to use Pinterest Trends to predict future search traffic
• Common Pinterest mistakes that hurt reach and visibility
• How travel creators can use Pinterest to drive blog traffic, affiliate sales, and inquiries
• Why linking directly to affiliate links can hurt your Pinterest strategy
• How to create Pinterest boards that actually help the algorithm understand your brand
• The role of keywords, alt text, and SEO in Pinterest growth
• Why LinkedIn and Pinterest are Laura's favorite sustainable marketing platforms
• The surprising reason most creators quit Pinterest too early

Key Takeaways
Pinterest is a Search Engine, Not a Social Platform

Most creators approach Pinterest like Instagram. That's the mistake.

Pinterest behaves much more like Google, meaning users are actively searching for solutions, inspiration, and products. The content you publish today can continue generating traffic months—or even years—from now.

Sustainable Marketing Beats Constant Content Creation

Instead of constantly creating content that disappears after 24 hours, Laura encourages creators to build marketing assets that continue working long after they're published.

Think:

Pinterest
Email marketing
Blogging
LinkedIn
Podcasts
YouTube

These channels compound over time rather than requiring daily visibility.

Pinterest Rewards Patience

Unlike TikTok, where content can go viral overnight and disappear just as quickly, Pinterest content often takes 2–3 months to gain traction.

But once it starts ranking, it can continue sending traffic for years.

Pinterest Trends Is Your Secret Weapon

Pinterest literally tells you what's going to trend before it trends.

Using Pinterest Trends allows creators to publish content months in advance and position themselves at the top of search results when demand peaks.

Your Website Should Be the Destination

Laura recommends sending Pinterest traffic primarily to:

Blog posts
Podcast episodes
Email opt-ins
Long-term content assets
Evergreen sales pages


Resources Mentioned:
Pinterest Trends
Pinterest Business Accounts
Pinterest SEO
LinkedIn Marketing
Email Marketing Strategies
Sustainable Marketing Frameworks
Connect with Laura England

NEXT: Check out Episode 119 on why you need to be on LinkedIn like YESTERDAY

Laura England is the founder of The Writer's Harbor, where she helps female founders market sustainably through Pinterest marketing, email marketing, and strategic copywriting.

Her philosophy is simple: build marketing systems that continue working even when you're not.

Find Laura and learn more about The Writer's Harbor:

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Are you building a travel creator business… or just creating content and hoping the next brand deal lands in your inbox?

In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest mindset shift travel creators need to make if they want more freedom, stability, and income that doesn’t rely on the algorithm. Because there’s a huge difference between being a creator and becoming a founder — and most people never talk about it.

If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of chasing engagement, waiting on paid campaigns, or feeling like you’re starting from zero every single month, this episode is going to hit home.

I’m sharing:

• The difference between rented income vs owned income
• Why a following alone is not a business
• The shift from creator thinking to founder thinking
• The “boring” backend work that actually creates freedom
• Why email lists, digital products, and recurring revenue matter so much
• How to start building a travel creator business that works even when you’re offline

This episode is your reminder that you became a travel creator to travel — not to spend 12 hours hunched over your laptop refreshing analytics and hoping a post performs.

In This Episode:

• Why content creators burn out without business systems
• How to stop relying entirely on brand deals and UGC income
• The importance of building owned revenue streams
• What travel creators should focus on instead of just posting more
• How founder decisions differ from creator decisions
• Simple ways to start building a sustainable online business

Key Takeaways:

✨ A following is an audience. A business is a system.
✨ Brand deals are great — but they shouldn’t be your only income source.
✨ Email lists, memberships, affiliate income, and digital products create long-term stability.
✨ “Boring” backend business work is what actually creates freedom.
✨ You don’t need more followers — you need better systems.

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If this episode helped you, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another creator who’s ready to step into founder mode.

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You do not need another productivity app. You do not need a prettier Notion dashboard. And you definitely do not need to spend another six hours researching “the perfect creator setup” instead of actually pitching brands, sending emails, or making offers.

Today, I’m breaking down the best tools for content creation that I actually recommend to travel creators in 2026 — but more importantly, I’m talking about the mindset shift you need if you want to make money as a travel creator and finally learn how to become a full time content creator.

Because the truth is: tools don’t build businesses. Actions do.

If you’re trying to figure out how to quit your job as a travel content creator, build recurring revenue, and stop treating your creator business like a hobby, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I talk about:

•  Why “productive procrastination” keeps creators stuck 
•  The biggest mistake travel creators make when trying to grow income 
•  Why your email list matters more than social media followers 
•  The exact tools I use and recommend to creator clients 
•  How to organize your creator business without feeling chaotic 
•  Why Threads is wildly underrated for market research and audience growth 
•  The boring business habits that actually create recurring revenue 
•  What revenue-generating activities creators should focus on every week 
•  How to stop obsessing over tools and start acting like a business owner 

The Tools I Recommend for Travel Creators in 2026

Email Marketing + Selling Products

•  Kit

Business Organization

•  Airtable

Workspace + Communication

•  Gmail + Google Workspace

Screen Recording Alternative

•  Google Vids

Audience Growth + Market Research

•  Threads

Key Takeaways From This Episode

The creators making consistent money are not the ones with the fanciest tech stack.

They’re the creators:

•  sending the pitch emails 
•  following up with warm leads 
•  building relationships 
•  talking about their offers 
•  emailing their audience 
•  repeating what works 

Boring builds businesses.

And honestly? That’s the shift nobody talks about when teaching people how to become a full time content creator.

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Today I’m breaking down how travel creators can build real passive income through trust, storytelling, and content that actually converts — without turning into a walking ad.

If you’ve been wondering how travel influencers are monetizing their content in 2026, this episode is your reminder that affiliate marketing still works… when you do it right.

I’m diving into the real reason affiliate marketing is still exploding for creators — and why travel creators have a massive advantage when it comes to content monetization. Instead of spamming “use my code” links everywhere, I’m sharing how I think about affiliate marketing in a way that feels authentic, useful, and profitable long term.

I talk about:

•  Why affiliate marketing is still growing in 2026 
•  How I think about passive income as a travel creator 
•  The biggest mistake I see content creators making with affiliate links 
•  How to choose affiliate products without losing your audience’s trust 
•  Why storytelling converts better than random product promotion 
•  The difference between quick commissions and long-term recurring revenue 
•  How I use evergreen content for affiliate marketing 
•  The right way to disclose affiliate links 
•  Why micro creators often outperform huge influencers in affiliate sales 

I also share practical ways I’d integrate affiliate links naturally into newsletters, blogs, YouTube videos, podcasts, and short-form content while building a sustainable creator business.

If this episode helped you rethink affiliate marketing as a travel creator, send it to another creator friend who’s trying to figure out content monetization and passive income online.

And if you’re ready to stop operating like “just a content creator” and start building an actual business, check out my Travel Creator Business Plan community linked below. Inside, I teach the systems behind building a sustainable creator business — not just chasing the next viral post.

Happy creating ✈️

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And whether you’re a content creator, UGC creator, or figuring out how to grow on Instagram, there’s one theme here:

Boring builds businesses.

🔥 What I’m Seeing Work Right Now

1. Your Warm Network Is Everything

2. You Don’t Need to Force Instagram

3. Threads = Growth + Market Research

4. Get More Specific

5. Start Before You’re Ready

🚀 Work With Me

If you’re feeling stuck or confused about your next step, I do have a few open spots for one-on-one coaching this month.

DM me on Instagram @travelcontentwriting and I’ll tell you honestly if it’s a good fit.

And if you’re ready to stop just being a creator and actually become a business owner, my membership—The Travel Creator Business Plan—is where we do that.

Monthly systems, co-working, Q&As, and a community of travel creators building real businesses.

You can join through the link in the show notes—I would love to see you inside.

Now go talk to your warm network.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Rachael Perry, a social media strategist who’s breaking down why LinkedIn is one of the most underrated platforms for travel creators right now — and how it can actually bring you inbound leads, brand deals, and real business growth.

We talk about why followers don’t matter as much as you think, how to create more touchpoints with your audience, and the simple way to start showing up on LinkedIn without overcomplicating it.

If you want to grow your social media as a travel creator and turn your content into a business… this one’s for you.

We are diving into this episode..

•  Why LinkedIn for travel creators is a major opportunity for social media growth 
•  How to grow beyond Instagram with a smarter content strategy
•  Why engagement > followers in 2026 
•  How to build an inbound strategy for brand deals and leads 
•  What to post on LinkedIn as a travel creator 
•  How to connect with decision-makers (not just marketers)
•  Easy ways to repurpose content for better social media growth
•  Common mistakes hurting your growth (and how to fix them) 
•  How to optimize your profile for lead generation
•  Why consistency is key to growing on LinkedIn

Connect with Rachael:
Instagram: @chateaumarigold

Connect with Rachael on LinkedIn

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Guess what guys..you don’t need more content to make more money. You can start getting paid from the content you already created.

Today we’re flipping the script. Because while everyone else is screaming “post more, create more, do more,” we’re doing what we do best over here: less, but better.

If you’re a content creator or travel influencer sitting on months (or years) of content… this episode is your wake-up call. That content? It’s not dead. It’s not outdated. It’s not “just sitting there.” It’s unpaid. And we’re fixing that.

We’re diving into how to actually unlock content monetization from what you’ve already made—so you can get paid to travel without burning out trying to keep up with the content hamster wheel.

What You’ll Learn

• Why creating more content is NOT the fastest path to making more money
• How to audit your existing content (yes, I know… but it matters)
• The easiest way to start earning passive income with affiliate links
• How to turn old posts into email marketing that actually converts
• Why your email list is your biggest power move as a travel influencer
• How your top-performing content is basically free market research
• Simple ways to turn past content into paid products (without overcomplicating it)

🔥 Key Takeaways

1. More content ≠ more money
More conversion is what actually pays you. And that doesn’t require new content.

2. Your old content is a goldmine
If it performed well once, it can perform (and convert) again—with the right strategy.

3. Affiliate links are the lowest lift win
Seriously. Brands hand these out like candy. Add them to your existing content and start earning.

4. Email is where the money is
If you’re not building an email list yet, you’re leaving money—and brand deals—on the table.

5. Your audience is already telling you what to sell
Your saves, shares, and DMs? That’s your product roadmap.

Alright, go make some extra cash from content you’ve already created. I’ll see you next week.

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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 Learn

In this episode, Maddy breaks down exactly:

•  What a hook is and why it’s critical for UGC success 
•  How to create hooks that stop the scroll in the first 2–5 seconds 
•  The psychology behind pain point marketing and desire-based content
•  How to speak directly to your target audience as a UGC creator
•  Real hook examples you can use for your next video 
•  How to create curiosity gaps that keep viewers watching 
•  How better hooks lead to higher-performing content and more brand deals

🌍 Want to connect with Maddy? 

Maddy Garrett is a successful UGC creator who has generated six figures creating travel and outdoor content. She’s helped thousands of students start their own UGC businesses and get paid to travel.

🎧 Listen to more from Maddy on the Paid to Travel Podcast

📺 Watch Paid to Travel on Youtube
📱 Follow Maddy on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach

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💬 Final Note

I'll be back next week, but in the meantime, this episode is your crash course in creating high-converting hooks that can transform your UGC content and help you land more brand deals.

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Hot take: your follower count is not the reason you’re broke as a creator. 

If you’ve been obsessing over how to grow on Instagram or trying to go viral thinking that’s the key to becoming a Full Time Creator… we need to talk.

Today, I’m a little fired up in this episode

Because I need you to hear this, followers do not equal money. And the sooner you stop building your entire strategy around that idea, the sooner you can actually start to make money as a content creator.

I’m coming to you as someone who works behind the scenes in creator businesses every single day, and I’m telling you right now: I know creators with 100K+ followers who are barely making anything… and creators with under 2K followers who are bringing in consistent income.

So what’s the difference?

It’s not growth.
It’s not going viral.
It’s not posting more.

It’s strategy.

✨ What We’re Getting Into:

• Why chasing followers won’t pay your rent (and what actually will)
• The truth about becoming a Full Time Creator (hint: it’s not about numbers)
• How to grow on Instagram without making it your entire personality
• Why “going viral” is not a business model
• The biggest mistake travel creators make when trying to monetize
• How to make money as a content creator without waiting on brands
• Real, sustainable travel creator income streams you can start now
• What it actually looks like to quit your job and become a travel content creator

Let me say this louder for the people in the back:

You do not need 10,000 followers to make money.
You do not need brand deals to validate your business.
And you definitely do not need to wait around for the algorithm to pick you.

That whole narrative of:
“Grow your audience → get brand deals → make money → repeat”

…it’s not wrong, but it is the hardest way to do this.

Because here’s a wild concept—you can make money without a massive audience and that is what we are talking about today. 

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Today, I’m breaking down what’s actually going on with TikTok right now—from the ongoing TikTok ban conversation to the shifts in reach, content style, and creator burnout. This is not me telling you to panic or delete the app. It’s me giving you the real strategy behind what it means to be a content creator in 2026.

If you’re trying to become a full time creator and relying on TikTok for your monetization, this episode is your wake-up call. Because TikTok might not be dead… but it’s also not something I’d build my entire business on.

What I Cover:

• My honest take on “is TikTok dead?”
• What’s really happening with the TikTok ban in the U.S.
• Why TikTok still works—but feels more unpredictable than ever
• The biggest mistake I see content creators making right now
• Why relying on one platform is risky for your monetization
• The difference between building on “rented land” vs. owned platforms
• How I’d protect my business if TikTok disappeared tomorrow

Key Takeaways:

• I don’t see TikTok as a home—I see it as a tool for growth
• I don’t own my audience on social media (and neither do you)
• If I want sustainable monetization, I need owned platforms
• Every piece of content I post should lead somewhere deeper
• Building a business > just being a content creator

Resources & Next Steps:

• Start an email list (even if it feels early)
• Create a simple lead magnet to turn followers into subscribers
• Audit where your audience actually lives

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We’re talking everything from brand deals and pitching, to building content creator income streams, to whether you actually need a website as a UGC creator.

Because here’s the truth:
 Knowing how to create content and knowing how to run a business as a full time creator are two completely different skill sets—and most people are only learning one.

✈️ What We Cover

→ Do you actually need a website as a UGC creator?

→ Where to sell your digital products (like travel guides)

→ How to pitch brands + land brand deals without wasting time

→ The smartest way to build content creator income streams

→ Lead magnets that actually convert

→ How to find brands that will pay you

→ The biggest mistake creators make when trying to grow

💡 Key Takeaways

•  You don’t need everything set up perfectly to start making money 
•  Your time is your most valuable asset—protect it 
•  Your audience will literally tell you what to sell (if you ask) 
• Brand deals, UGC, and digital products should all work together as income streams 
•  Growth is easier when you stop trying to “go viral” and start getting in the right rooms 

🔥 Mentioned in This Episode

•  Building UGC creator portfolios (without overcomplicating it) 
•  Using email platforms like Kit to grow + sell 
•  Creating scalable content creator income streams
•  Transitioning from creator → thought leader → business owner 

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• Why email marketing is the most stable and profitable platform you own
• The biggest mistake creators make when starting an email list
• How to start a newsletter (even if you’re overwhelmed or short on time)
• The easiest way to send emails without creating more content (hello RSS hack)
• Jessie’s highest-converting lead magnets (and why they work)
• How to turn your newsletter for creators into a revenue stream
• What to send after someone joins your list (welcome sequences made simple)
• The perfect balance between nurturing vs. selling in your emails
• How to use your email list to land brand deals + sponsorships
• Why shorter emails = better results (yes, really)

If this episode lit a fire under you and you’re ready to finally start (or actually stay consistent with) your newsletter…

I’m hosting a live training on how to create a newsletter for creators that’s as easy as sending a text message 👀

👉 DM me “newsletter” on Instagram @travelcontentwriting to get on the waitlist and come hang out live, ask questions, and build your email list the right way.

🌍 Connect with Jessie
Her website: jessieonajourney.com
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The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
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Today, I’m breaking down my 12-month roadmap for turning your creator brand into a real, scalable business. Month by month, I’ll walk you through what to focus on so you can stop winging it and start building something that supports your remote work lifestyle and long-term digital nomad freedom.

Whether you’re a travel creator wanting more brand deals, scalable income, or a business that runs beyond just posting, this roadmap will show you exactly where to start.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why most content creators stay stuck in “posting mode” instead of CEO mode
• The first 3 months every travel creator should focus on to build a solid foundation
• How to create a clear brand identity (so people instantly know what you do)
• The 5 goals that should guide your entire year as a creator
• Why organizing your content strategy is the fastest way to grow
• How to stop chasing shiny opportunities that don’t move your business forward
• The shift from “creator” to business owner that supports real remote work income

If you want a sustainable creator career that supports your digital nomad lifestyle, you need more than content—you need a plan.

And this episode will help you build one.

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This is where we shift out of “go viral” energy and into real business strategy. See you inside. 

Hate to break it to you.. If you think posting more is the thing that’s going to make you more money… I love you, but we need to talk.

In this episode, I’m breaking down why content creation is not your most important task — even if you’re building a content creator business.

Content is a lead generation tool. It’s not the whole business.

I walk you through the difference between creator thinking vs. business owner thinking, why going viral doesn’t automatically mean getting paid, and how to reverse engineer your revenue goals instead of obsessing over posting five times a week.

We’re talking about:

• Why pitching, following up, and selling matter more than trending audio
• How to build a real content strategy that supports income
• The busy work you need to stop doing
• The one task that will actually move the needle in your content business

You don’t need to post daily.
 You don’t need perfect content.
 You don’t need to go viral.

You need to treat your travel creator business like a business.

Happy creating.
 Or honestly… maybe don’t create this week. Repurpose instead.

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If you’re a travel creator getting brand deals, posting consistently, and technically “making it”… why does it still feel unstable?

Because knowing how to create content and knowing how to run a content business are two completely different skills.

In this episode, I’m walking you through the 5 shifts that take you from just posting online to becoming a true full time content creator who gets paid to travel sustainably.

We cover:

• Leveraging content instead of constantly creating
• Moving from unpredictable brand deals to real revenue assets
• Tracking your numbers and setting non-negotiable rates
• Protecting your genius zone and managing your time
• Building simple business systems that let you step into CEO mode

If 90% of your income requires you to personally show up every day, you don’t have a business yet — you have a freelance gig and a ring light.

Happy creating. Now let’s build the business that funds it. ✈️

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Buckle up. We are talking about my favorite subject, how and why you should start your newsletter for your travel content business in 2026.

If you’ve been putting off starting an email list because it feels overwhelming… this episode is your sign to keep it simple.

I am breaking down how to start a newsletter as a travel creator in a way that feels sustainable, fun, and actually doable - not polished and perfect.

We dive into: 

• The easiest structure for your newsletter (4–5 repeatable sections)
• Why 600 words is the sweet spot
• The 80/20 rule for newsletter content
• Subject line + preview text tips that get opens
• Why email is the only platform you truly own
• How to grow your list using Instagram

If you’re building a content creator business and want long-term stability beyond social media, this is your foundation.

And if your newsletter has been sitting on your back burner — I have ONLY two open spots for my 1:1 newsletter services. Learn more about it here 

Questions? DM me on Instagram @travelcontentwriting to chat about what we can do with your newsletter and how we can grow your email list. 

Happy newsletter writing. It’s really not that deep. 💌

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I’m sharing why I’m building in public and my current pants on fire challenge to grow my travel creator community, The Travel Creator Business Plan  to 100 members by MARCH 1st- less than 30 DAYS. 

Today I’m breaking down exactly what I’m doing to grow my content, attract aligned travel influencers, and turn creators into real business owners who get paid to travel. But more importantly why you need to set challenges for you content creator business and sharing it with everyone, makes you hit your goal faster. 

We are talking about:

• Why public goals accelerate your growth
• How I’m using Threads + DMs to grow
• The systems every travel creator needs
• How to turn content into consistent income

🎉 Grab your free 2-week trial of the Travel Creator Business Plan below.
 Let’s grow your content — and your business — on purpose: https://app.heartbeat.chat/travelcreatorbusinessplan/invitation?code=E6J23C 

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Today I am sharing exactly how I  cold pitch brands, tourism boards, and partners — without sounding desperate, spammy, or like every other travel creator in their inbox. We’re talking mindset, strategy, real examples, and the systems that make cold pitching scalable (because no one is copy-pasting 100 emails by hand in 2026).

If you’ve ever thought:

• “My cold pitch sucks”
• “Brands never respond to me”
• “I just want one brand deal so I know this works”

…this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• ✨ The mindset shift that changes everything
•  📊 Why cold pitching is a numbers game
•  🧠 How to research and find the right people to pitch
•  📩 The exact cold pitch structure that works
•  🔁 Follow-ups that don’t feel annoying
•  🖊️ Email signature + PS strategies creators overlook

Resources Mentioned

• Apollo.io – email scraping + lead building
• Hunter.io – find brand and marketing emails
• LinkedIn – warming leads + finding decision-makers
• The Travel Creator Business Plan- Our business-building community for travel creators
• Done-for-you pitching systems (inside the community) to send 100+ personalized pitches without losing your mind

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In this episode, I’m breaking down how to stop treating your travel content like a hobby and start running it like a real business — one that pays you, supports your lifestyle, and doesn’t rely on you posting 24/7 just to stay afloat.

If your goal is to be a paid to travel content creator (without burning out), this episode is your roadmap.

What We’re Talking About in This Episode

By the time summer hits, you don’t need more followers — you need systems, strategy, and sustainable income. In this episode, I walk you through what separates creators who get stuck from creators who actually build something long-term.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The difference between being a travel creator and being a travel creator business owner
• Why relying on one income stream (or just brand deals) keeps creators stuck
• How UGC creators and travel creators can build diversified, predictable income
• The systems you need so your business doesn’t fall apart every time you travel
• Why an email list is the most underrated asset in your content creator business
• How to track your numbers (without overcomplicating it)
• A realistic plan to build multiple revenue streams before summer

If you’re a content creator, travel creator, or UGC creator who wants consistent income and freedom — this is the shift you need to make.

If this episode clicked for you:

• DM me on Instagram and tell me which income stream you’re starting with
• If you want support, accountability, and real systems, check out The Travel Creator Business Plan — all the details are in the show notes
• Join a coworking session if you need help actually sitting down and building this (body doubling works)

I can’t wait to see where you are this summer — both physically and in your business.

Happy creating, happy building, and I’ll see you in the next episode ✈️

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No one tells you this when you become a content creator: not every paying client is worth keeping. In this episode, I’m giving you permission to fire bad clients—and showing you how to do it professionally.

We’re breaking down the biggest red flags, how to exit a client relationship without burning bridges, and how to protect your reputation as a content creator or travel creator.

What You’ll Learn:

• Clear red flags it’s time to fire a client
• How to handle boundary violations and scope creep
• What to do when a client won’t take no for an answer
• How to protect your content creator business with better contracts
• How to avoid bad clients in the future

Final Thoughts:

You’re allowed to say no. You’re allowed to protect your peace. And you’re allowed to run your business in a way that doesn’t make you miserable.

If this episode helped you, come say hi to me on Instagram and make sure your contracts are locked in and up to date.

Happy creating—and happy firing ✨

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 So today, we’re cutting through the bro-marketing fluff and having a real conversation about what passive income for content creators actually looks like — especially if you’re a travel creator who wants a business that works while you’re offline.

If sipping a margarita on a beach at 2pm on a random Tuesday sounds like the goal… this episode is for you.

What We’re Talking About in This Episode

In this episode, Laura breaks down:

• What passive income is (and what it absolutely is not)
• Why “just make a course” is terrible advice without strategy
• The best passive income streams for travel creators
• How to turn your content into long-term digital assets
• The upfront work required — and why that’s actually a good thing

This is a must-listen for any content creator looking to build passive income through digital products, affiliate marketing, and automated systems — without burning out.

Want more UGC Tips? 

🎧 Listen to Paid to Travel and learn more about UGC:

• Podcast: Paid to Travel
• Follow Maddy: @maddyoutdoors.coach

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 Yep. I said it. This is one of my hottest takes—and 12 months later, I still stand by it.

In this rerun episode, I’m breaking down why January is actually the worst time for travel creators and content creators to set new goals, routines, or systems—and how waiting just a little longer can completely change your momentum, your mindset, and your long-term success.

If you’re a travel creator, juggling constant movement, post-trip slumps, family time, inbox overload, and way too many “new year, new you” messages… this episode is your permission slip to breathe.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why January goals set most content creators up for failure
• The post-trip slump (and why ignoring it kills productivity)
• How travel and the holidays drain your creative energy more than you think
• Why “hitting the ground running” on January 1st is unrealistic for a content creator business
• How to use January as a reset month instead of a pressure cooker
• The real reason 80% of New Year’s goals fail by February
• How to set smarter, more sustainable travel 2026 goals (yes, starting now—but executing later)

If this episode hit home:

• DM me on Instagram and tell me—do you agree that January goals are BS?
• Share this episode with a fellow travel creator who’s putting way too much pressure on themselves

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We are talking all things burnout, boundaries, branding, money, and why “doing it messy” might be your biggest advantage in 2026. 

Whether you’re scaling your offers, rethinking travel, or trying to make your business feel easier (and more fun), these business lessons for 2025 will hit home.

🎧 What We Cover in This Episode

• Why travel burnout is real (even when you’re living the dream)
• The hidden cost of being a digital nomad for too long
• Why doing what you actually want beats choosing the “smart” business move
• How a single rebrand or identity shift can unlock momentum
• Why “less but better” is the secret to scaling as a content creator
• How attraction, energy, and fun play a bigger role than strategy alone
• Why community is the future of creator businesses in 2025
• The power of being in the right room (one networking event can change everything)
• How client experience matters more than price
• Why selling identity — not features — is the key to consistent sales
• Why “doing it messy” can outperform perfection
• The money systems every creator needs before they scale
• Trusting that things can be easier (even when your brain wants control)

LISTEN to this episode of Jamie Sea's podcast: 4 Steps to Reach $100k

📍 Connect With Marie:

Want to learn about every country in the world? Check out her travel podcast:  Culture Cult Show ( pst.. Laura is the writer and researcher) 

Want more business lessons? Listen to her business podcast: Your Girl 

Follow her on insta: @yourgirlmedia 

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I’m not exaggerating when I say this might be one of the most action-packed, note-taking-required episodes I’ve ever recorded. If you’re a content creator, a travel creator, or building a real content business (not just vibes), this conversation is one to get your notepad out. 

Today I’m sitting down with Sam, nomad copywriter and founder of Nomad Copy Agency, to talk all things sales messaging, sales psychology, and why most sales pages are doing way too much — and still not selling.

We break down what actually makes people buy, how to write sales copy that doesn’t feel icky, and why “learn more” might be the worst CTA of all time.

✈️ What We Cover in This Episode

• Why Your Sales Page Is Probably Too Long
• The Biggest Sales Page Red Flags
• Sales Psychology for Content Creators
• What Your Welcome Email Should Actually Do
• Selling Identity, Not Just Information
• Will AI Replace Copywriters?

Who This Episode Is For

• Content creators who want their content to actually convert
• Travel creators building a sustainable content business
• Anyone rewriting a sales page and thinking “why isn’t this working?”
• Creators who want better sales messaging without feeling manipulative

🔗 Where to Find Our Guest

You’re going to want more of Sam after this episode :

• 🎙 Podcast: Copy And — a marketing podcast for entrepreneurs
• 📸 Instagram: @nomad.copy

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Today is a bit of a special episode as I have my boyfriend Matt interview ME about our past year travelling out west in a rootftop tent and some of my spiciest travel opinions. 

This episode is basically a collection of my most unfiltered travel stories, weird “how is this my job?” moments, and personal opinions I usually keep to myself. Consider this a thank-you gift to everyone who’s been here listening, DM’ing me, and building this community with me over the last two years! 💛

✈️ What We Talk About in This Episode:

• Why recording a podcast episode from a Walmart parking lot in 100-degree heat felt completely normal at the time
• The reality of van life and working from anywhere (libraries, cars, laundromats… you name it)
• The most chaotic travel moment of my life
• My biggest non-negotiables when traveling 
• The strangest client requests I’ve ever gotten as a travel creator
• What I think are the most overrated travel destinations

💌 A Huge Thank You

If you’ve ever listened to a single episode, sent me a DM, shared the show, or told a friend about it, thank you! Truly. This podcast is my favorite thing I’ve ever created, and it exists because of you.

📣 Call to Actions

• If you loved this episode, take 30 seconds to leave a review — it helps more travel creators find the show
• Share this episode with a friend who loves travel stories or dreams of van life
• DM me on Instagram and tell me your most chaotic travel moment
• Got ideas for future episodes? My DMs are always open

Thank you for being here for 100 episodes. I’ll see you next week  💛✈️

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Whether you’re listening from a plane, a hostel bunk, or the world’s loudest café, these books will shape how you think, create, and build your business in 2026.

In This Episode: My 2026 Creator Booklist

I’m pulling back the curtain on the physical books sitting on my desk and the digital ones on my to-read list. These are the titles I believe every travel creator, content creator, or creative business owner needs to read in 2026.

📘 Physical Books on My Shelf (A.K.A. The Non-Negotiables)

1. Mindset — Carol Dweck

2. Clear Thinking — Shane Parrish

3. Essentialism — Greg McKeown 

4. Effortless — Greg McKeown

5. The Art of Persuasion — Bob Burg

6. Do Nothing — Celeste Headlee

7. Alchemy — Rory Sutherland

📱 Books on My Digital Reading List (2026 Edition)

8. Slow Productivity — Cal Newport

9. 10x Is Easier Than 2x — Dan Sullivan

10. The 12-Week Year Field Guide — Brian P. Moran & Michelle Lewington

11. Never Not Working — Melissa Clark

12. A Healthy State of Panic — Farnoosh Torabi

13. Please Unsubscribe, Thanks — Julio Vincent Gambuto

14. Crossing the Unknown Sea: Work as a Pilgrimage of Identity — David Whyte

15. The Great Stewardess Rebellion — Nell McShane Wulfhart

💬 Episode Highlights

• Why creators need business books, not just “creator inspiration”
• How reading fits into my business planning for 2026
• The books I reread every year (and why)
• What fiction I’m reading behind the scenes (DM me if you want the list!)
• My nerdy love for surveillance capitalism and attention economy
• Why creators must learn business skills if they want sustainability
• How these books align with the systems we’re building inside my community

🎙️ Want to Talk Books With Me? Join the Community.

Travel creators weren’t meant to spend 12 hours hunched over a laptop in Croatia stressing about the algorithm. You became a travel creator to travel.

Inside The Travel Creator Business Plan, we focus on building an actual business—not just content.

You’ll get:
 ✨ One new monthly business system
 ✨ Co-working sessions
 ✨ Live Q&As
 ✨ A private community of creators building sustainable businesses
 ✨ And yes… book discussions

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Come nerd out about business, books, and building your dream creator life.

📚 Full 2026 Booklist 

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• Mindset — Carol Dweck
• Clear Thinking — Shane Parrish
• Essentialism — Greg McKeown
• Effortless — Greg McKeown
• The Art of Persuasion — Bob Burg
• Do Nothing — Celeste Headlee
• Alchemy — Rory Sutherland
• Slow Productivity — Cal Newport
• 10x Is Easier Than 2x — Dan Sullivan
• The 12-Week Year Field Guide — Brian P. Moran
• Never Not Working — Melissa Clark
• A Healthy State of Panic — Farnoosh Torabi
• Please Unsubscribe, Thanks — Jul

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 I’m breaking down the pitch mistakes that are tanking your chances, the exact process I use as a travel creator and UGC creator, and how you can confidently pitch—without needing a massive following.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

•  Why tourism boards love working with UGC creators
•  How to build a pitch-ready portfolio in one afternoon
•  The correct way to find decision-makers at tourism boards
• The 4 elements every winning pitch needs
• The truth about email volume (it’s a numbers game)
•  The follow-up strategy that gets me responses on my 4th, 5th, and even 7th email
•  Mistakes killing your pitching

💌 Tools + Links Mentioned

✨ Bento – My favorite pitching tool (400–600 automated emails/month)

I use Bento to send hundreds of pitches on autopilot for just $50/month. The ROI is actually wild. Grab my Bento discount code in the show notes to get 10% off anything you choose.

The affiliate code is: LAURA1
The  affiliate link is: https://app.onbento.com/?acode=laura1

✨ Email-finding tools

• apollo.io
• hunter.io

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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 into:

• The REAL ways content creators make money

Maddy breaks down every single path she’s used over the years:

• UGC (user-generated content)
• Micro-influencer partnerships
• Affiliate marketing
• Hosting group trips
• Digital products + coaching

If you’ve been thinking you need a massive audience to monetize — this episode will change your mind.

•  Why UGC is the BEST place to start (especially for travel creators)
• Growing into bigger monetization as content creators 
• Are group trips worth it for travel creators? 
• Why Digital products are the most underrated monetization tool

Where to Find Maddy:

 Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach
Podcast: Paid to Travel — The UGC Podcast
✨ Save on Maddy’s UGC Program
Use my link below to save: Use 10% off with code LAURA

 👉 AFFILIATE LINK

✨ Shelby Sapp's Alter Ego YouTube Video (Thanks, Marie!)
Learn how to create and step into your alter ego:

 👉 WATCH HERE

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It feels like everyone and their aunt has a podcast and should you start one too? 

Today, I’m sitting down with the guy who’s been podcasting since before most creators even knew what an RSS feed was.

This episode is pure gold for content creators, travel creators, and anyone who’s ever said, “I want to start a podcast… but where do I even begin?”

Today, I’m joined by David Brodie, long-time travel podcaster, founder & CEO of the Voyascape Podcast Network, and the literal grandfather of travel podcasting. 

We dive into:

•  How to tell better stories as a travel creator
• How to research destinations in a way that stands out
• The biggest shift in podcasting since 2005
•  Should travel creators use video?
•  Podcaster mistakes David sees constantly
• How to monetize a travel podcast beyond sponsorships

Including:
 • podcast networks
 • tours
 • memberships
 • community building
 • digital products
 • high-ticket offers
 • affiliate marketing
 • and the hyper-local creator strategy that blew my mind

Want to start your own travel podcast?

I am literally obsessed with my producer Marie from Your Girl Media.

Jump on a 15 minute strategy call with her to brainstorm your podcast ideas!  

(And tell her I sent you)

Email Marie: yourgirlmedia@gmail.com

Send her a DM: @yourgirlmedia

Check out her podcasts: Culture Cult Show / Your Girl 

📍 Find David Online

Voyascape Podcast Network: voyascape.com
David’s Podcast: Travel in 10
Find it on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

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  You’ll get:
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Whether you’re a travel influencer, UGC creator, or building your personal brand on the go, these five business systems will help you go from chaotic to CEO mode.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to finally organize your content files (without losing your mind)
• My go-to method for batching content before a big trip
• The easiest way to start and grow your email list as a creator
• What analytics actually matter — and how to use them
• How to repurpose your content so it keeps working for you

💻 Systems We Cover:

1. Content Organization: Where (and how) to store your travel footage without chaos.
2. Content Calendar & Batching: How to plan ahead before you go off-grid.
3. Email Marketing: Why every creator needs a newsletter — and how to start yours.
4. Analytics & Optimization: Learn what’s actually performing and how to double down.
5. Content Repurposing: Turn one video or blog into five new pieces of content.

🔗 Mentioned in This Episode:

• 🎧 Marie’s show: The Culture Cult Show
  — check out “The Cocaine Catastrophe of the Azores” episode
• 🎙️ My episode on Content Organization Systems — listen to it here
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• 💌 My go-to email tool: Kit
• ✈️ Join The Travel Creator Business Plan – $37/month to build your backend systems → DM me @travelcontentwriting to secure your spot. 
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key points: travel creator systems, travel content creation tips, content batching for creators, email marketing for travel influencers, how to repurpose content, creator business plan, organize content for social media, travel influencer workflow, content strategy for travel creators, creative business systems

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

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  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I knew this sooner,” this episode is going to hit home. 

Today I’m diving into the real talk on what I’d change if I had to start my business all over again. Whether you’re just starting to monetize your travel content or you’ve been creating for years and want to operate like a real business owner, this episode is your permission slip to slow down, reflect, and build smarter.

We’re talking about:

• Why you should make time to work on your business, not just in it 
• The systems I wish I’d built earlier (and the chaos I could’ve avoided)
• Why you don’t need a five-page website on day one 
• The power of “learning days” and how to actually use all those free webinars and masterclasses
• How to stop wasting time on tasks that don’t tie to your goals

Plus, I share why I created the Travel Creator Business Program — the only business-building community for established travel creators who want to save time, scale sustainably, and make a bigger impact online.

👉 DM @travelcontentwriting on Instagram today to secure your spot in the Travel Creator Business Plan — limited spaces available!

💬 Listener Challenge:

I want to hear from you! What’s something you wish you’d done differently when starting your creator business? Message me on Threads or Instagram @travelcontentwriting
— I’d love to feature your story in a future listener-led episode.

🎧 Featured Resources & Mentions:

• Travel Creator Business Program — DM me on Instagram to join or get details.
• Check out the  Paid to Travel Podcast — Hear how Maddy’s student made $450 in her first 3 weeks with UGC HERE 

key points: travel creator business, content creator tips, creator systems, travel content strategy, UGC creator podcast, how to start a content business, travel creator education, build a creative business, creator entrepreneurship, content monetization

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• Say hi on Instagram

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  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
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 I break down the exact business systems and tools I use daily, weekly, and monthly to manage my travel creator business. If you’re a travel influencer or content creator who’s ready to turn your creativity into a streamlined business, this episode is packed with tips, tools, and insider tricks.

What You’ll Learn:
💻 The best tools to manage your business as a travel creator
📧 How I automate pitching and follow-ups for UGC deals
🧠 Why Airtable is my new secret weapon for automation and CRM setup
🗂️ How I use Asana and Apple Notes to organize content ideas and random inspo
🎬 My go-to apps for editing, time tracking, and creative workflow

Tools Mentioned:

• Bento – Pitching software for creators (Laura’s affiliate link in show notes!)
• Airtable – For automating pitches, follow-ups, and CRM setup
• Zapier – Connects all your tools and automates workflows
• Asana – Content and project management
• Apple Notes – Her “Dumping Ground” for random ideas, pitches, and notes
• Descript – Podcast recording and editing
• Edits App – Video editing + analytics tracking
• Google Sheets – Analytics tracking
• Google Meet – Replacing Zoom for client calls
• Kit (formerly ConvertKit) – Email list, landing pages, and lead forms
• Claude – AI brainstorming and system setup help
• Libby & Hoopla – Free business education through your local library
• Toggle – Time tracking and productivity insights

Resources & Links:
🔗 Try Bento – Laura’s favorite pitching software (code in show notes)Your unique Affiliate code is: LAURA1
Affiliate link is: https://app.onbento.com/?acode=laura1

 📘 Check out Libby & Hoopla through your local library
🧠 Explore Kit (ConvertKit) for growing your creator business

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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 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:

•  Why clarity in your niche matters (luxury traveler vs. hostel hopper — pick your lane!)
•  How to build a portfolio that sells even if you’re new or have zero followers
•  Setting up your landing page the right way for SEO
•  My exact pitching spreadsheet setup to organize your brand outreach
•  How to write custom openings that actually get responses
•  Using mail merge to scale your outreach without losing that personal touch
•  Why volume and follow-ups are key to landing paid brand deals
•  How UGC content can be your secret weapon for consistent income

Tools + Programs Mentioned:

• Bento — the email tool I use to manage my pitching system. Grab my affiliate link below for an exclusive discount!
• Maddy Garrett’s UGC Program — my go-to resource for creators wanting to master UGC and start landing paid brand deals. Get 10% off when you use code LAURA10 (link below 👇).

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
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She is a graduate and certified closer from Shelby Sapp's SheSells program and is here to give you the tea of what she learned. 

Whether you’re a coach, content creator, or just starting your content business, these sales tips will change how you show up on calls and help you sell like a pro. { Pst.. you can also use these tips on your next brand deal call.}

What You’ll Learn

• How to structure your sales calls so you stop discounting your offers.
• The secret to question-based selling (aka the “therapy session” that makes people buy).
• Why “frame” and body language matter more than you think.
• How to find the real reason people hesitate to buy — and what to do about it.
• How to temperature check before dropping your price (never skip this!).
• Shelby Sapp's “Be F***ing For Real” framework that gets clients to finally commit.

 Resources Mentioned

• Shelby Sapp’s High Ticket Sales Program 
• Your Girl Media — Marie’s boutique agency that helps coaches and creators scale through podcasting, social media, and high-ticket sales.

Work with Marie for:

• Podcast Production to gain more leads
• Hire Marie for  1-1 High Ticket Sales with Marie 
• Get matched with certified setters and closers for your business:

 👉 [DM @yourgirlmedia]

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Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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These next 90 days can make or break your year as a content creator, influencer, or UGC travel creator. Today, I’m breaking down exactly how to squeeze every last dollar out of 2025 while setting yourself up to make more money online in 2026 — without the hustle culture burnout.

In this episode, I walk you through my exact Q4 strategy — the one I’d use if I were starting over today as a travel creator:

• Reignite those old brand collaborations. I’ll show you how to turn one-time deals into repeat partnerships — and why “no” isn’t really a no in Q4.
•  Audit those unpaid invoices and finally collect that cash. You did the work — now get the reward.
•  Stop waiting for January 1st to start fresh. I’ll share my mindset shift on why New Year goals are overrated and how to start implementing your 2026 strategy now.
•  From client onboarding to pricing packages and payment setup — this is your chance to clean up the backend so you can scale smoothly into the new year.
• I’ll walk you through my week-by-week roadmap to finish the year strong and build momentum for your next big income leap as a content creator.

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
• Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5
• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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Today we are digging into the real strategies behind standing out online and growing your content into a business. Today I’m joined (again!) by one of your all-time favorite guests, the queen of messaging herself — Lucy from My Write Hand Woman.

Lucy is a messaging strategist and copywriter who helps creators stop sounding like everyone else and start standing out with stories, personality, and messaging that sells. And in this episode? She’s here to call us all out.

We dive into:

• How to know if you’re stuck in the “business bestie zone” (aka your content is fun but not converting).
• Why being relatable isn’t enough to grow your content or land travel creator brand deals.
• The importance of adding dissonance and a point of view in your sales copy and messaging.
• Why 2025 is actually the easiest time to get attention online (hint: the bar is low).
• The balance between behind-the-scenes content and strong storytelling that connects to your offers.
• What the Nike Super Bowl “So Win” campaign can teach us about brand messaging.
• Why you don’t need to wait until everything is perfect before launching something new.

Lucy is a breath of fresh air, giving us the reminder that content creation doesn’t have to be formulaic or over-polished. Sometimes, it’s the messy, human stories that move your business forward.

👉 Take Lucy’s Superpower Quiz to find out your unique messaging style and how to use it
👉 Rewatch the Nike Super Bowl “So Win” ad we mentioned: [link in show notes]
👉 Connect with Lucy on Instagram at @myrighthandwoman
👉 Check out her website for all things copy, messaging: HERE

Check out the Culture Cult Show

Check Out the Episode about The Man with Nine Lives in Croatia

And don’t forget — if you’re ready to get serious about scaling your content creation into a business, start with the Travel Creator Business Plan. DM me “travel content writing” on Instagram for all the details.

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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 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:
 ✨ The most common mistakes creators make when pitching (and how to fix them)
 ✨ Why UGC creators need to niche down (but also keep it fun!)
 ✨ Bento’s backstory and how Jaclyn built it in just 18 months
 ✨ How to use pitching analytics to improve your response rate
 ✨ Tips to humanize your emails so brands actually reply
✨ How to re-engage past partners and keep the UGC deals rolling

Oh—and if you’ve ever wondered how to land long-term partnerships as a travel creator or UGC pro, you’ll want to take notes during this one.

Where to find Jacqlyn & OnBento:

• Instagram: @onbento
  
  
• Website: www.onbento.com

AFFILIATE CODE: Use my code LAURA1 for 10% off any Bento plan, use this CODE LINK

Want more UGC tips?
Go listen to my girl Maddy Garrett on her show Paid to Travel: The UGC Podcast, where she shares everything about making money as a UGC creator without being an influencer.

And if you loved today’s episode, don’t forget to follow the podcast wherever you listen, so you never miss insider tips on building your travel creator business.

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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We get into:

• Why ebooks are an underrated income stream for travel creators (and how they can position you as an expert)
• Danielle’s strategy for repurposing podcast episodes into blogs, ebooks, and lead magnets that actually convert
• How to pitch tourism boards (and deal with hearing no more times than you can count)
• The truth about podcast promotion—why social media isn’t the golden ticket and what really works instead
• Why storytelling and relationship-building matter way more than follower count when it comes to brand deals

This episode is a must-listen if you’re a content creator trying to grow your podcast, figure out content repurposing that doesn’t burn you out, or just want some behind-the-scenes podcast tips from someone who’s been in the game since 2018.

✨ Resources & Mentions

• Danielle’s Podcast: The Thought Card Podcast (Travel + Money tips!)
• Website: thoughtcard.com
  
  

If you’ve been thinking about starting your own travel podcast or want to scale the content creator business you already have, don’t forget to check out my Travel Creator Business Plan—the membership where I help successful travel creators build a business that’s manageable, scalable, and way less work. DM me on Instagram @travelcontentwriting to learn more.

And hey—if you’re reading these show notes, I have a tiny favor! Linked right below is a quick Google Form (3 questions only!). I want to know how you found this podcast—was it SEO, Instagram, or a friend? Your feedback helps me create more of the content you love. 💌

👉 https://forms.gle/PiR8QnaQvFYivF5a6 

If you loved this episode, you’ll also want to check out Episode 84: Why Building an Audience is Not the Same as Building a Content Business.

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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We get into:

• Why follower count ≠ real opportunity (spoiler: it’s all about alignment).
• The red flags to look out for when pitching UGC services.
• The art of how to pitch so you actually get a response.
• Why networking is just making friends (yes, it’s that simple).
• Shifting from desperation to fun when you’re building your content creation business.

You’ll walk away with practical pitching tips, mindset shifts for content creators, and a reminder that genuine connections will take you further than any vanity metric ever will.

Connect with Marie:

Follow her biz: @yourgirlmedia

Follow her digital nomad life: @culturecultshow

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Let’s connect:
I’m building something I’ve never seen before for creators — a community just for travel creators who are ready to scale beyond the basics. If you’re a travel creator who knows how to get the views but is stuck on “what’s next,” DM me on Instagram @travelcontentwriting and I’ll send you all the details on my new Travel Creator Business Plan Community.

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The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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Today, I’m breaking down what actually works when it comes to building multiple streams of income as a content creator—without burning yourself out.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why too many income streams can actually hurt your business.
• The three types of income streams that complement each other perfectly for travel creators.
• How to know when you’re ready to add a new income stream.
• Why “less but better” is the secret to sustainable passive income.
• How to choose offers that serve your audience AND fit your long-term vision.

Key Takeaways for Travel Influencers + Content Creators:
👉 Your core offer is your foundation—master it first before adding anything else.
👉 Not all income streams are created equal. Focus on ones that align with your skills and your audience.
👉 Passive income is amazing, but only when it’s built on top of something sustainable.
👉 Shiny object syndrome is real—say no to monetization paths that don’t serve your long-term goals.

Call to Action:
If you’re ready to build multiple income streams as a travel influencer or content creator—but want to do it in a way that feels sustainable and smart—this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been craving.

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
• Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5
• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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As a travel creator and content strategist, I see this all the time: talented content creators chasing follower counts instead of setting up systems that actually generate revenue. Having 100K followers doesn’t matter if you don’t know what you’re selling, who you’re selling it to, or how your business makes money when you’re not glued to Instagram or TikTok.

Inside this episode, we’ll cover:

• The big lie about “just grow your audience and the money will follow.”
• The real difference between an audience and a content business.
• Why “going viral” doesn’t guarantee income (and what does).
• The business systems you must have in place if you want to stop chasing followers and start creating freedom.

f you’re tired of feeding the content machine without seeing results, this is your reminder to shift your focus from vanity metrics to sustainable business growth.

✨ Want to stop acting like “just” a content creator and start building a real business? Send me a DM on Instagram @travelcontentwriting

to learn more about the community I’m creating for travel creators who are serious about turning their content into income.

Until next time—don’t just create content. Create a business.

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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And honestly? Coming back to the laptop has been… jarring. If you’ve ever been a digital nomad, a travel influencer, or a content creator who tries to balance “living the adventure” with “posting the adventure,” you know that feeling.

In this episode, I’m sharing why stepping away from your phone and actually touching some grass is the best thing you can do for your travel creator business and your mental health. We’re talking:

• Why your best ideas don’t happen in front of your laptop.
• How your audience can feel your burnout—and why you need to reset.
• Practical tips to ease back into work after being offline.
• Why low engagement isn’t the enemy—boring content is.
• How I’m building boring-but-beautiful systems so creators like you can run your business while you’re out exploring the world.

If you’re a travel creator or digital nomad who wants to build a sustainable business (so you can go climb that mountain or turn your phone off for a week without panicking about engagement), come hang out with me on Instagram @TravelContentWriting

DM me the word SYSTEMS and I’ll get you on the list for early access to my systems-based community for travel influencers and creators.

Because your business doesn’t need you to hustle harder. It needs you to have a life. 🌎💻✨

Now—go touch some freaking grass.

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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 In This Episode, You'll Hear:

• Why viral content strategies often miss the mark
• The real reason you're not seeing growth (hint: it’s not the algorithm)
• The truth about “engagement hacks” and why they’re burning creators out
• What you should focus on instead: audience clarity, service-based content, and sustainable systems
• A sneak peek into the systems and automations I’m building for travel creators
• Why replacing the word “algorithm” with “people” will transform your content strategy

Key points: travel creator, content creator, how to go viral, tiktok growth trends, build a travel content business, tiktok algorithm myth

Resources Mentioned:

• The episode about why I think viral content is BS (feat. Justin Welsh’s newsletter)

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
• Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5
• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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Today I’m pulling back the curtain on something I’ve been building quietly behind the scenes—a travel content creator community that isn’t about chasing trends, but about building smart, sustainable systems that let your content business run even when you’re off the grid in Santorini or sipping mezcal in Tulum.

✨ In This Episode, I Spill:

• The real reason so many successful content creators are secretly burning out
• Why this community is going to be deliciously boring—and why that’s a good thing for your business
• What kind of systems are saving me 6+ hours a week (hint: Airtable + Zapier + Gmail = 🤯)
• Why this isn’t another course you’ll never finish—or a noisy mastermind you’ll ghost in 3 weeks
• How YOU can be a founding member and even land a spot on the podcast 💁‍♀️

If you’re a travel creator or content creator who's tired of feeling like your business depends on your WiFi signal, this episode is for you. Whether you’re cashing brand deals or paddling along in your raft-level earnings (you’ll get the joke when you listen), we are building something powerful—and you're invited.

Keypoints:

travel creator, travel content community, content creator, sustainable content business, creator systems, off-grid content creation, build a creator business, UGC brand deals, passive income for travel creators

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
• Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5
• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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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 posts actually matter)
✅ How to treat your Instagram like a billboard, not a scrapbook
✅ Why a simple one-page portfolio beats a fancy site every time
✅ How sending 10 emails a week can completely shift your creator business
✅ The power of outreach — and why asking is your biggest secret weapon
✅ Why being boring builds your business faster than trendy ever could
✅ How to scale once you’re booking consistent work
✅ Why your mindset around pitching matters more than your pitch itself

🛠 Tools & Platforms Mentioned:

• Job platforms: Upwork, Contra, Fiverr (plus Maddy'a tip: Coley, Popular Pays, PopFly)
• Portfolio sites: Canva , AI builders, simple one-pagers

🎧 UGC Tip of the Day – From Maddy Garrett
 

Want to make your first $500 with UGC?
Go check out Episode 4 of her podcast for the exact steps.
🎙 Listen to Paid to Travel: The UGC Podcast

🌍 New Travel Creator Membership Coming Soon!
I’m building a travel creator community focused on systems and sustainability — not just algorithm hacks. If you're tired of piecing together info from a million courses and want real, actionable systems to grow your business so you can go backpacking (like I’m about to do in the Tetons 👣), then this is for you.

👉 DM me on Instagram with the phrase "travel content writing" if you’re interested in joining the waitlist or just wanna chat about it. It's gonna be GOOD. Like, boring-but-life-changing good.

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
• Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5
• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

Sign Up HERE

💬 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why virality is not a strategy for long-term growth
• How one creator got 11 million views… and less than 10 customers 😳
• The massive difference between information and transformation
• What kind of content actually grows your brand (hint: it’s not Canva quote graphics)
• How to build an Instagram presence that gets you paid, even with a small following
• Real-world results from content creators who ditched viral dreams for authentic impact

✨ Key Takeaways for Travel and Content Creators:

• If your content is built for everyone, it's for no one
• The truth about how to grow on Instagram without chasing the algorithm
• Why followers ≠ dollars—and how to stop falling for the vanity metric trap
• What kind of stories actually transform your audience and create long-term relationships
• The power of vulnerability in a world chasing perfection

Listen to Paid to Travel: UGC Podcast 

Ep 12: How to Travel for Free and Land Free Airbnb's 

 This episode is packed with insights on how to go viral, why it's not worth it, and the real playbook for sustainable success as a travel creator, UGC creator, and content creator trying to grow with purpose.

💌 Ready to create content that connects instead of chases?
DM me on Instagram (@travelcontentwriting) and tell me what your biggest takeaway was from this episode. Let’s chat about your goals, growth, and content that doesn’t just look good—but feels good too.

🔗 Find Justin Welsh and his content magic:
Subscribe to his newsletter and follow him at justinwelsh.me for more no-BS writing advice.

✈️ Until next time—happy creating and please, for the love of God and captions, stop chasing viral. I miss you already. 💕

• Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass, the weekly newsletter for travel creators who are already landing brand deals and are ready to build the business behind their content.
• Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5
• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

Sign Up HERE

Whether you're a new content creator, a seasoned travel influencer, or just wondering how to grow on Instagram without losing your mind, this episode will help you reconnect with the humans behind the numbers. You’re probably doing way better than you think—and I’m here to prove it.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• Why 47 likes is not a failure—it’s a whole restaurant full of people.
• How to reframe your metrics using “the living room rule.”
• The mindset shift that will help you stop chasing the algorithm and start creating for actual people.
• Why smaller engagement often means deeper trust (especially in travel content).
• Practical perspective shifts to get you out of your engagement rut—fast.
• The surprising power of word-of-mouth growth (yes, it still exists!).

🧭 For Travel Creators Who Want To:

• Understand how to grow on Instagram without burnout
• Get out of a creative slump and back into aligned content creation
• Focus on real impact over vanity metrics
• Build deeper relationships with their existing audience
• Learn the difference between chasing viral trends and building sustainable influence

💌 Resources Mentioned:

• Want to get off the hamster wheel of Instagram and into sustainable strategy? Join my 7-Day Newsletter Challenge and start building your own list of raving fans.
• Check out the The Culture Cult Show where we covered Denmark’s: Mad King and Royal Affair . 

If this episode hit home, I want to hear from you!
 👉 Slide into my DMs with your next trip or episode idea over on Instagram @travelcontentwriting
👉 Share this episode with a fellow travel creator who needs a reminder that their content is making real impact.

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• Say hi on Instagram

Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community!

The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators.
  You’ll get:
  ✔ monthly business systems
  ✔ coworking + Q&A calls
  ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses
  ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy”

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