What It’s Really Like Being a Content Creator, Launching a Product Line, and Prioritizing Yourself with Alexis Barber

It’s challenging to stay balanced and relevant as a Black woman content creator and business owner with a full-time job. That’s why in today’s episode we’re continuing our discussion of side hustles with Alexis Barber.Alexis is a full-time tech industry employee, content creator, and owner of Too Collective luxury robes. She’s also the host of the podcast Too Smart for This and lives a bi-coastal lifestyle between New York City and Los Angeles. And even with all that on her plate, she reminds us that it’s imperative to put yourself first.Join us as we discuss the realities of transitioning from content creator to business owner and how to practice self-care and setting boundaries in the digital realm.We Also Talk About… The shifts in how content is consumed. Quality vs. Quantity in your follower count. How to get brand deals that are aligned and successful. Launching a physical product as an influencer. Resources: Follow Alexis on IG Follow Too Collective on IG Follow Alexis on TikTok Preorder your Too Cozy Robe Check out Norby Watch Alexis’ YT video the truth about becoming an INFLUENCER and getting PAID deals in 2022 Listen to Alexis' podcast Too Smart for This Sponsors: Framebridge | Visit Framebridge.com and use the code “BALANCED” for 15% off your first framing order. Healthy Happy Hippie | Try their high-quality herbal blends to supplement your lifestyle. Visit healthyhappyhippie.com/balanced for 50% off your first subscription. Luna | Get better rest with Luna Weighted Blanket. Visit lunablanket.com/balanced to get 20% off your first order. Willmaker | Protect your financial assets with Willmaker. Visit willmaker.com to take their free quiz and use code BALANCED10 for 10% off your first document. balancedblackgirl.com ◉ IG: @balancedblackgirlpodcast @balancedles 〆Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyOur Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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It’s challenging to stay balanced and relevant as a Black woman content creator and business owner with a full-time job. That’s why in today’s episode we’re continuing our discussion of side hustles with Alexis Barber.Alexis is a full-time tech industry employee, content creator, and owner of Too Collective luxury robes. She’s also the host of the podcast Too Smart for This and lives a bi-coastal lifestyle between New York City and Los Angeles. And even with all that on her plate, she reminds us that it’s imperative to put yourself first.Join us as we discuss the realities of transitioning from content creator to business owner and how to practice self-care and setting boundaries in the digital realm.We Also Talk About… The shifts in how content is consumed. Quality vs. Quantity in your follower count. How to get brand deals that are aligned and successful. Launching a physical product as an influencer. Resources: Follow Alexis on IG Follow Too Collective on IG Follow Alexis on TikTok Preorder your Too Cozy Robe Check out Norby Watch Alexis’ YT video the truth about becoming an INFLUENCER and getting PAID deals in 2022 Listen to Alexis' podcast Too Smart for This Sponsors: Framebridge | Visit Framebridge.com and use the code “BALANCED” for 15% off your first framing order. Healthy Happy Hippie | Try their high-quality herbal blends to supplement your lifestyle. Visit healthyhappyhippie.com/balanced for 50% off your first subscription. Luna | Get better rest with Luna Weighted Blanket. Visit lunablanket.com/balanced to get 20% off your first order. Willmaker | Protect your financial assets with Willmaker. Visit willmaker.com to take their free quiz and use code BALANCED10 for 10% off your first document. balancedblackgirl.com ◉ IG: @balancedblackgirlpodcast @balancedles 〆Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyOur Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donations See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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