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Finding Joy Through Creativity and Conversation: A Refreshing Podcast Episode
Lately, life has been a whirlwind. I’ve been running on autopilot between work, parenting, and school. I haven’t felt that creative spark in a while, and to be honest, I’ve missed it. I’ve missed doing the things I love—those moments where I get lost in my world, creating just for the joy of it. But when juggling so many responsibilities, it’s easy to let those passions slip to the back burner. As a creative, I’ve realized that expressing myself isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. It’s how I stay connected to who I am beyond the daily grind. I’m so excited to share that I’ve started podcasting again with Yam…
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Are social media influencers really celebrities?
Who knew a messaging faux pas on TikTok could trigger this level of attention? Yapper and beauty influencer Jools Lebron went viral in a post about struggling to pay for dental needs. She used her platform to ask her community for help, but the message didn’t resonate as she’d hoped. In theory, a creator should be able to draw from the community they’ve built creatively. Building a brand online allows an influencer to develop brand trust, credibility, and equity. In this case, brand trust and equity took a hit because of the rhetoric. Jools said “I am internet celebrity and can not get a regular job.” Jools continued to double…
