Full-Time Influencer Podcast

Do you let your identity and taste shape your social media, or does social media shape your identity and taste? Today, I got the chance to talk with Hannah Dahl ( @hannahelenadahl ), a content creator and owner of The Dahl House, to talk about her unique pink branding online, how she fell in love with interior design, how she came up with the idea to build her unique photo studio, where she gets h...

Every Thursday, I answer questions about anything and everything related to being an influencer. For today’s question, I’m answering “If I'm bilingual, should I speak in my local language or in English on my page?” and I'm sharing with you potential outcomes along with their scenarios in order to help you decide if your local language or English is most suitable for you! Welcome to the Full-Time I...

It's all about adapting to change while still being yourself. From a YouTube Fashion creator to blogger extraordinare, Wendy ( @wendyslookbook ) shares how her personal brand has evolved over the years, her biggest challenges as an influencer, and the hardships of balancing work and personal life.  Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @tinalee ) I'm sharing so...

"Don't think of yourself as like this is a creator brand deal. Think of yourself as a startup." Today, I got the chance to sit down and talk with Tejas Hullur ( @tejashullur ), a 22-year-old content creator who has this hunger for content creation, business, and innovation that many seasoned influencers have now lost. In this episode, I nerd out with him about the creative economy, talk about how...

“If it doesn't interest the viewer in the first millisecond, they're gone”. Today, I got the chance to sit down and talk with Tejas Hullur ( @tejashullur ), a 22-year-old content creator who has this hunger for content creation, business, and innovation that many seasoned influencers have now lost. In this episode, I nerd out with him about the creative economy, talk about how he plans to recessio...

Every Thursday, I answer questions about anything and everything related to being an influencer. For today’s question, I’m answering “Is it really possible to find a balance between work and rest as a content creator?” Listen to the very end to find out what I think about this topic! Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @ofleatherandlace ) I'm sharing some of my ex...

Should you reinvent the wheel or just go with the flow? Today I’m sitting down with Rachel Martino ( @rachmartino ), a content creator based in New York and the founder of Dream Life Studio, to talk about her creator journey, how she grew her affiliate income during the pandemic, built a six-figure photo studio business, and where she wants to take her business in the future. Welcome to the Full-T...

"You will never know unless you try". Today, I’m excited to share with you why I've decided to start my YouTube Channel after being in the online space for more than six years, the different factors that held me back, what sparked me to finally begin this new journey, and how I plan to grow my channel. Let's dive in... Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @ofleathe...

It's all about the hustle! Today, we're sitting down with Sarah Funk ( @sarahfunky ) as she shares with us how she manages to have 13 revenue streams while juggling her YouTube Channel and NYC Tourism agency, & what she plans for the future! Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @ofleatherandlace ) I'm sharing some of my expertise and industry information, to he...

Are you bringing value to the content you create? Today I’m sitting down with Alex Costa ( @alexcosta ), a men's fashion content creator & entrepreneur, as he shares his journey from starting out as a content creator on YouTube to honing his niche in men's fashion, his thoughts on short-form content & the changing landscape of Youtube, and his ultimate goal of building his own online...

Have you been stuck on Instagram Reels? Not knowing how to get views or convert views into followers? Then you’ve come to the right place. I break down some of the most common questions so you can up your IG Reels game and even create your own viral video. Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @ofleatherandlace ) I'm sharing some of my expertise and industry informa...

In celebration of my 35th birthday this week, I wanted to record an intimate solo episode to share 5 significant lessons that have revolutionized my outlook on both my personal and professional life. I hope that my reflections can help to shed some light on your own journey, whether that be on social media or just in general. Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @o...

It is not every day you get to speak to someone who has been present in the influencer industry for over a decade. Neil Waller, the co-founder of the influencer platform Whalar, joins me today to break down the ins and outs of the creator economy.  Find out more about Whalar here: https://www.whalar.com/ Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @ofleatherandlace )...

Do you feel frustrated with the changes happening on social media? We do too! This is one of the most open and honest conversations on the Full-Time Influencer podcast where we discuss with Grace Mattei ( @thegracemattei ) the ups and downs of being a full-time influencer and the mental struggles that we go through. One of the most intimidating things about being a freelancer and an influencer is...

From family food blog to entrepreneurial empire, Jenny Melrose ( @jenny_melrose ) took a leap of faith and it paid off. In a world where content creators emphasize social media over anything else, Jenny shares why owning a blog can only strengthen your personal brand. Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @ofleatherandlace ) I'm sharing some of my expertise and indu...

So you want to become an influencer but what’s holding you back is, well, I nstagram . You might be feeling a little slumped from the lack of growth or reach lately and wondering if IG is worth it after all?  Well, a s I see it, there is still the best place to grow a strong online personal brand in 2022. (p.s. I am NOT sponsored or paid by Instagram in ANY way. These are my personal opinions...

Did you know can land paid brand deals with 0 followers? In this episode, we dish the details on how you start making money from social media (no following required). Madi ( @creativelymadi ) shares what UGC (User Generated Content) is and how you can get started in this emerging industry today. Get 30% off her UGC Master Guide using code "FTIUGC30" HERE Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast...

Chelsea ( @chelseaasoflate )  has cultivated a supportive, loving community on social media thanks to her strong personal branding and genuine passion for creativity.  Through her unique outlook and out-of-the-box approach to content creation, Chelsea was able to monetize her love for photography and has been unstoppable ever since. In this episode, she shares her tips on finding success...

Now, more than ever, is the best time to become a creator thanks to short-form content, enthusiastic viewers, and the reach of multiple different platforms. From professional filmmaker for some of the biggest brands to becoming a full-fledged content creator (all at the ripe age of 25), Will ( @Willkyaw ) shares how he managed to successfully pivot careers. He also reflects on how his business sav...

Now, more than ever, is the best time to become a creator thanks to short-form content, enthusiastic viewers, and the reach of multiple different platforms. Chances are if you have not heard of Vanessa, AKA @vivacious.honey , you would definitely recognize her content. She has been killing it across the likes of Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for the past two years with no apparent signs of slowin...

The ‘recession’ buzzword is being thrown around a lot right now. As an influencer, what are the steps we can take to protect ourselves if this becomes reality? Mr. D (my husband) sits down with me to break down what changes to expect in this industry. Additionally, we share how content creators can mitigate the potential recession in order to come out on top. Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Po...

Mr. D (my husband) is back once again to weigh in on all your burning finance inquiries. In this episode, we talk about all things related to budgeting, saving, and investing. As well as the lessons we learned along the way so you can start building your own wealth.  (DISCLAIMER: This is NOT financial advice. Please do your own thorough research before making any investments) Welcome to the F...

Ever wondered what company structure you should set up as an influencer? What can you expense as expenses and how to reduce taxes? Mr. D (my husband) and I will tell you everything we know in this episode! (DISCLAIMER: Please consult a tax specialist for your tax needs - we share as much as we can, but we are not tax experts!) Welcome to the Full-Time Influencer Podcast. I'm your host Tina Lee ( @...

You may have noticed that I haven’t been very consistent with my podcast lately... Well, the truth is - I was totally burnt out. And... I know I’m not the only one going through creator burnout. Even if you are just starting out to grow on one platform, you could be experiencing burn out too! In this episode, I talk about why creators so frequently experience burnout, the paradox of permission, an...

Have you ever thought about starting fresh? Maybe your account health has suffered or you decided to change niches? Well, a brand new account might actually be the answer you are looking for. We sat down with Ariel of @ ariel.land , a student of my Full-Time Influencer program, so she could share how starting over on Instagram, coupled with the lessons from FTI, were the gateway to her social medi...