17: How Goldie Replaced Nursing with UGC—and Made $7K in a Month (student interview)

This episode is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to start over — and make it wildly successful.Today, I’m chatting with Goldie — a former nurse who swapped her scrubs for a camera and turned her creativity into a full-time UGC business. She’s now working with over 50 brands, getting paid to travel, and recently had a $7,000 month (yes, from content creation).Goldie shares how she went from scared to pitch anything… to landing retainers, working from the road, and getting videos with millions of views. We get super real about the mental shifts, income highs and lows, and what it actually takes to go full-time as a UGC travel creator.Whether you're just UGC-curious or already deep in the pitch grind, this convo is going to fire you up.Highlights & Time Stamps:[2:00] Why Goldie walked away from nursing after a back injury[6:00] Starting from scratch — no gear, no experience, just grit[10:00] What actually helped her build confidence + portfolio[18:00] Making $10K+, landing retainers, and getting paid to travel[26:00] The $500 video that went viral with 5.1 million views[34:00] How to shift from survival mindset to CEO energy[38:00] Goldie’s #1 advice for anyone starting UGC scaredThis episode is for you if…You’re burnt out from your job and craving freedomYou want to become a content creator without needing a huge followingYou’re curious how to get paid to travel through UGC (no, not just free products)You’ve started pitching but feel like you’re shouting into the void✨ Connect with GoldieInstagram (Travel + Creator): @goldie.venturesInstagram (UGC-specific): @goldie.inspired.ugcCheck Out Her UGC PortfolioThis podcast was produced by Your Girl Media.Follow: @yourgirlmediaFind us: www.yourgirlmedia.com START HERE: For beginners looking for a clear roadmap to making your first $1,000+ with UGC. Learn all the fundamentals, build your portfolio, create great pitches, and land your first UGC deals. Join the 3-Month UGC Accelerator Course.SCALE HERE: For the intermediate to expert creators ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months, without the burnout. Sign Up For UGC Basecamp—podcast listeners get 25% off for life (Code 'SAVE25').Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coachFREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library