Toes & Snooze: The Hustle of Feet Pics and Early Mornings

In this episode of 'Are We Doing This?', hosts Lauren Parajon and Lauren Butler share their progress on their current challenges. Lauren Butler has been trying to wake up early to write, but her kids are waking up early to make that impossible. Lauren Parajon gets rejected from Amazon Merch on Demand yet again, but gets approved for a different Amazon content community, and still has no idea what she's doing.Then both Laurens dive into the wild (and wonderful?) world of selling feet pics, and discover how surprisingly sophisticated the feet pic market truly is.Useful links:Get paid to take surveys/participate in studies: ⁠https://app.respondent.io/r/laurenparajon-3ac24e424bd2⁠Books by Christina Lauren: ⁠https://christinalaurenbooks.com/books/⁠Lauren's Etsy Store (Merch for Book Lovers)⁠ https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoLosApparel⁠TakeawaysJanuary felt like nine months long.Family life can be unpredictable with sick kids.Finding time to write is a challenge for many.Morning routines can be disrupted by kids.Self-promotion can feel uncomfortable.Writing for fun is important for creativity.Sleep struggles are common among adults.Side hustles can provide extra income opportunities.Paid focus groups can be a viable side hustle.Collaboration in writing can be a fun exercise. Brands can match products with influencers for extra commissions.Authenticity is crucial in influencer marketing.Requesting product samples can enhance content creation.Social media communities influence marketing strategies.Amazon Merch on Demand presents unique challenges.The feet pic industry is a sophisticated market.Creating a separate account for niche products can be beneficial.Engaging with followers authentically can drive sales.Understanding customer preferences is key in niche markets.Digital marketing strategies are essential for success.Chapters00:00 Introduction and High Energy Start00:45 Weekend Updates and Family Life04:18 Challenges and Writing Goals08:39 Reflections on Writing and Creativity12:53 Sleep Challenges and Routines18:29 Concluding Thoughts on Life's Challenges19:53 Navigating Side Hustles and Productivity24:03 Exploring Paid Opportunities and Focus Groups26:05 Challenges in Online Selling and Merchandising27:26 The Journey of Influencer Marketing36:44 Diving into the Feet Pick Economy37:39 Exploring Feet Finder and Its Market43:20 Navigating the Challenges of Selling Feet Pics49:40 The Business of Foot Content Creation52:46 AWDT Podcast Intro Video (1920 x 1080 px).mp4Keywordspodcast, challenges, writing, family life, sleep struggles, side hustles, parenting, productivity, self-improvement, creativity, influencer marketing, affiliate programs, authenticity, Amazon Merch, feet pics, social media, content creation, digital marketing, online selling, influencer strategies