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Welcome to Slow Brew Sunday, the podcast that encourages you to take things slow, one cup at a time. Join YouTuber and entrepreneur Jules Acree as she shares intentional shifts, mindful productivity tips, and personal stories that will help you ease into your week. Whether you're looking to slow down and take a break from the daily grind or just need a little encouragement, Slow Brew Sunday will be your new favorite feel-good show to kick off your week with a clear mind and full cup. So, gra ...
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Demystifying influence in the digital space. Follow Me is for the corporate cuties, the fierce freelancers and anyone else trying to figure out their career off and online. Join hosts, Ali Grant and Jess Yoo–powerhouses from The Digital Dept.–each week to hear conversations with industry experts, creators turned entrepreneurs, and brand executives who are demystifying the business side of the influencer space. Ali and Jess also share their own relatable, real life experiences working with br ...
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In this episode, I'm sharing how I'm approaching maternity leave, as a content creator and small business owner. This is something I was very curious about and wished there were more stories and resources out there in my niche! This video has two parts: Part one is a Q&A, answering questions you asked me on Instagram. Part two is a rundown of what …
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Today, I'm sharing 5 not-so-conventional self-care habits that have *drastically* improved my relationships and wellbeing. I hope sharing these inspires you to think outside the box when it comes to your own self-care routines. Thanks to Skillshare for sponsoring today's episode! The first 500 people to use my link will receive a one-month free tri…
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In this week’s episode, I dive into my recent nostalgic trip down memory lane and share tips on how to navigate our fast-paced digital world. Tune in as I explore how we can find balance, embrace the joy of creation, and rediscover the beauty of simpler times.✨ Subscribe to Slow Brew Sunday, the weekly newsletter that inspired this podcast!: https:…
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Hi friends, it's been a while. :) Let's catch up! In this 'Life Lately', I share some big life updates (if you didn't already know), my "strategy" for the future of this podcast, and how I'm approaching this next season of life. Mentioned: ⊹ My Pregnancy Journey (YouTube Video) ✨ Subscribe to Slow Brew Sunday, the weekly newsletter that inspired th…
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In today's bookish episode we are trading the self-improvement grind for a sprinkle of magic and dragon fire haha. Have you ever found yourself drowning in a sea of productivity tips and life hacks, feeling like reading is more of a chore than a joy? You're not alone. Join me as I share my personal journey of navigating through book burnout and re-…
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In this episode, I take you through a day in my life where I felt overwhelmed, burnt out, and unmotivated. I walk you through *exactly* what I did, step-by-step, to completely turn my day around. I actually surprised myself with how GOOD I felt in the end! Let’s dive into it ~ ultimately, it’s all about meeting ourselves where we're at, working wit…
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In this special episode, join this candid conversation with my mom about reclaiming our Korean roots together, going through this journey of identity, and the things we struggled with growing up, as well as the things that we celebrate and are so proud of. During this chat, we also touched on some emotional topics, including the incredible story of…
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Let's dive into a nuance that's often missing from typical productivity discussions -- our cycles & how it plays into the idea of consistency, habits, and routines. In this episode, we discuss: how I've been rethinking the idea that "consistency is key" my personal experience with cycle syncing & symptothermal method (*this is not medical advice*) …
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Are you tired of feeling chronically overbooked and overwhelmed? In this episode, I share my personal struggles with overbooking and how I use a simple, yet very powerful tool to break free from it: the power of pause. Tune in to hear more about the subjectivity of urgency and actionable tips and insights on how to manage your commitments to avoid …
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Welcome to the first-ever episode of Slow Brew Sunday! Starting a podcast was a step I never envisioned taking, but here we are, and it's exactly what we're going to delve into today. In this kick-off episode, I open up about my personal limiting beliefs and share actionable tips on how to conquer these thoughts. I unfold the story of my own journe…
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Welcome to Slow Brew Sunday, the podcast that encourages you to take things slow, one cup at a time. Join YouTuber and entrepreneur Jules Acree as she shares intentional shifts, mindful productivity tips, and personal stories that will help you ease into your week. Whether you're looking to slow down and take a break from the daily grind or just ne…
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If you’ve been following us for a while, you know how much we love talking about LTK, which is why we’re so excited to be joined by Reesa Lake, VP of the Head of Creator Agency & Partnerships at LTK. We discuss her role in bringing economic opportunities to creators across various platforms, categories, and demographics. Reesa is known for being a …
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Today, we’re chatting with April Lockhart, a clean beauty expert, marketer, lifestyle creator, and former Director of Influencer & Partnerships at ILIA. With six years of experience in the influencer space, April has a deep understanding of social media marketing and how to inspire a digital audience. She is also a passionate advocate for disabilit…
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Today, we are joined by Callen Hamilton, founder of Sway Social and a long-time collaborator, to discuss the world of influencer project management, adjusting to the algorithm, and affiliate marketing. With her extensive experience working with creators, Callen highlights the importance of building a collaborative team to grow your brand. In our co…
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When Jenny Park was rejected by the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, she set out to create her own opportunities. Now, she is a personal finance content creator and leader of brand partnerships at LinkedIn, collaborating with high-profile talents like Ryan Reynolds, Mindy Kaling, and Mr. Beast. Jenny joins us today to discuss how she bridges the gap betwee…
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In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Chelsea Becker, the founder of Becker Editorial, to unpack the behind-the-scenes content curation of your favorite creators. Becker Editorial specializes in helping creators, influencers, and small brands grow by planning their digital content, strategizing Instagram feeds, aligning creativity …
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Maddie Raedts, a creative entrepreneur who launched her first company at 21 and is now working on her new venture, Bond, joins us today to discuss her career in entrepreneurship and her goal of revolutionizing influencer marketing. Maddie introduced Bond to disrupt the traditional commerce model. In our conversation, Maddie breaks down the details …
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On today's episode, we’re chatting with our new haircare bestie, Dianna Cohen! She is the founder and CEO of Crown Affair, a haircare brand empowering people to redefine their relationship with their hair through accessible luxury products, guidance, and community. In our conversation, Dianna shares her journey building the brand and her approach t…
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In the current digital space, it's more crucial than ever before to diversify your online brand and develop multiple revenue streams, because you never know if platforms like Instagram or TikTok will suddenly shut down. Today we're joined by Jules Acree, a multi-platform digital content creator and entrepreneur, as she shares her insights on mindfu…
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Between the dwindling follower counts and unpredictable engagement, Instagram is one of the most frustrating platforms for creators right now. We invited social strategist Taylor Loren onto the pod to learn about how to cut through the noise on Reels and grow on Instagram. Taylor is the brilliant mind behind @reelstips, which she organically grew t…
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There are three main ways to monetize your social media following: in-app, external apps, and brand collaborations. In this episode, I touch on how to flex into each area and diversify your revenue as a content creator. Some of these approaches are more lucrative than others, but the idea is to be in the driver’s seat of your personal brand and max…
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Kinya Clairborne is an award-winning content creator and the founder and editor-in-chief of STYLE & SOCIETY Magazine. Not only is she an amazing example of how to transition from corporate girlie to full-time influencer, but she’s also managed to heavily diversify her brand and work with big names like Honda, Macy’s, and L’Oreal. In our conversatio…
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Rocsi Diaz is best known for hosting major network shows like BET’s 106 & Park and ABC’s Good Morning America, but she’s stepping into a new chapter of her career as a content creator and brand founder. In our conversation, Rocsi looks back on her career highlights and shares how she’s taking those experiences into her latest ventures: a podcast an…
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Siffat Haider, co-founder of the natural supplements brand Arrae, joins us on this episode to unpack the ‘it factor’ that drives her company’s success. She walks us through exactly how she launched a DTC brand and what her day-to-day looks like now that it’s really taken off. Siffat has such a unique perspective on influencer marketing as someone w…
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Jennifer Walker, co-founder of Walker Drawas, joins us on this episode to chat about her career evolution from VP of PR and Marketing at AllSaints to now spearheading some of the most epic experiential marketing campaigns, including VIP Coachella parties and Revolve Festival. Jennifer reflects on how she’s worked through some of the biggest challen…
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Kira Jackson is a highly successful investor and Head of Partnerships at RX3 Growth Partners, the consumer-centric Growth Equity firm co-founded by Aaron Rodgers. She’s also killing it on TikTok where she shares all her insight about brand strategy and consumer investing. In our conversation, Kira talks about her transition from public relations to…
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Lindsay Silberman, luxury lifestyle blogger and founder of Hotel Lobby Candle, joins us on this episode to walk through exactly how she went from brand ideation to a sold out launch in under a year. She shares how she got started with finding the right designer, fragrance chemist, and manufacturer, and how she overcame the many roadblocks along the…
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Meta just rolled out the new Meta Verified feature (aka the blue checkmark), which was once reserved for top celebs, influencers, and brands, but can now be on your profile for $14.99/month. We’re breaking down the enhanced features and exclusive extras that the subscription offers, and share our take on if creators should invest in it or not. IN T…
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One of the biggest pain points of the creator economy is the lack of stability and predictable income. But, it doesn’t have to be that way. We’re joined by James Nord, the co-founder of Fohr, a tech company at the forefront of ambassador marketing. They’ve been the go-to campaign platform for years and have a real touch point on beauty programs, mo…
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Marketplace e-commerce is considered the future of retail, but up until recently, it’s mainly been available to major stars like Gwyneth Paltrow and Kourtney Kardashian. Now, there’s a way for content creators to cash in on the trend, too. Pontus Karlsson is the founder of Off Script, an easy solution for creators to build a curated marketplace sel…
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As a creator, one of the hardest questions to get a straight answer for is: “how much should I charge?” That’s where Cynthia Ruff comes in. After years of wingin’ it and piecing together her personal rates, she created HashTag Pay Me, the only tool that helps creators streamline their brand outreach process. We chat with Cynthia on all things start…
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Pamela Zapata, CEO and founder of Society 18, takes us behind the scenes of what it’s *really* like to be a talent manager. After working in major branding, marketing, and casting departments, Pamela noticed a pattern with BIPOC influencers: they were mostly self-representing and leaving a lot of money on the table in doing so. She shares how she t…
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As CEO and founder of Rare Global, Ashley Villa and her team manage top influencers like Michelle Phan, Jenn Im, Chloe Morello, and Nicol Concilio. In our conversation, we get into how Ashley transitioned from corporate attorney to talent manager and has since scaled Rare Global into the only female-owned, female-run talent management company in th…
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Manifestation Coach and LA-based influencer, Candice Nikeia, joins us on this episode to break down the basics of affirmations and manifestation. She shares actionable steps for transforming your mindset and becoming an energetic match for your personal and professional goals. Candice also gets real about the disparities for BIPOC content creators …
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Torrie subs in for Jess because she is at NYFW (fancy!!) to chit chat about the Superbowl. We aren't talking sports though... we are unpacking our favorite ads and the ROI behind running an ad of that magnitude. I mean, we obviously have to talk about the Jennifer Coolidge and E.L.F. ad, am I right?! It's a quickie... so we hope you enjoy! IN THIS …
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She is back! A lot has happened since Becca Tilley was last on the podcast, so as a long-time client of Be Social, we thought it was a good time to see how Becca has evolved as an influencer over the last few years, how she creates content in a fast-changing social media landscape and what she has planned for the near future. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TA…
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One of our favorite influencer trends are BRAND TRIPS! These are a hot topic right now––primarily because of the extravagant Tarte Cosmetics trip to Dubai. So today, Jess and I are breaking down our take on brand trips and why they are such an effective marketing strategy. We also cover the best ways to approach creating a brand experience if you’r…
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Thu Do is a corporate cutie turned full-time freelancer and influencer, so truly, she is living the best of both worlds. Previously employed at notable brands like Benefit and Summer Fridays, Thu now owns her own brand consulting business, That’s Over Budget, in addition to creating content full-time on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. In our convers…
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Welcome to our new segment, Trend Report! As you know, the digital and social media landscapes are changing constantly. It’s hard to keep up, but that’s why we’ve created this segment. As professionals who live and breathe social media, it’s our job to keep you up to date. So today, we’re talking about the exciting launch of the YouTube Shorts Crea…
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The Queen of Confidence, Serena F*cking Kerrigan, joins us today to hone in on how she navigates rejection and finds confidence online. Serena has always known that she is a creator, so she got her start creating content for Refinery29 and ultimately, left the job just before the pandemic to––in her own words––”start her empire”. She is the ultimat…
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Head of US Marketing at H&M, Mario Moreno, joins us today to share how he built his career working for top powerhouse brands such as H&M, Forever 21, L'Oreal, and Guess. Mario breaks down his best social media marketing strategies for brands and also shares how he created a successful brand and social media following of his own through utilizing th…
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Entertainment and entrepreneurial extraordinaire, Keltie Knight, joins us today to share her journey through the entertainment world. From serving as a professional dancer, television personality, host, and more, Keltie breaks down how she landed these roles and ultimately built her entertainment empire. Keltie also shares the journey behind creati…
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Influencer and entrepreneur, Lauren Scruggs Kennedy, joins us today to share her journey and pursuit of clean living within the beauty and wellness space. She touches on the importance of using her social platform for good and how she has used her life events to spread confidence within the beauty industry. From launching her own dry shampoo line t…
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Akash Mehta, British entrepreneur, social media influencer, and digital marketing specialist for beauty and fashion brands joins us today to share how he has successfully reached multiple audiences through his career in digital marketing. From serving as the Global Digital Manager at Dior Beauty to creating his own brand Fable and Mane, it is no sh…
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We are back for Season 3 and joined by Brittany Hennessy! Brittany was the first Senior Director, Influencer Strategy & Talent Partnerships at Hearst Magazines Digital Media and is also the best-selling author of "INFLUENCER: Building Your Personal Brand In The Age Of Social Media." She breaks down the truth behind the influencer industry and share…
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Influencer, YouTuber, Podcaster, actress, and brand owner, Lauren Elizabeth, joins us today to talk about her decade long journey through her digital platforms. From creating her blog in high school to creating her own clothing line, Lauren Elizabeth has done it all. She touches on the importance of mental health and breaks down what it takes to be…
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Vanessa Lee, world-renowned Medical Aesthetic Provider and creator of THE THINGS WE DO, joins us today to discuss her journey within the cosmetic/medical field. She shares how she has built her own business AND her own skincare line. She also breaks down all things botox, skincare, and the power of influencers in helping grow a business.…
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