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In Business 5

How Ingrid Nilsen Pivoted From YouTuber to … Candlemaker?

Ingrid Nilsen had over three million subscribers when she retired from influencer life in the summer of 2020. Last fall she reemerged for the next phase.

By Kate Lindsay
Trending

How Blogger Medina Grillo Pioneered the 'Ad Break' on Instagram Stories

The DIY blogger’s “ad break” technique has spread to influencers all over the world.

By Kate Lindsay
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Lurking on the Internet Is Ryan Broderick's Full Time Job

The former Buzzfeed writer’s Garbage Day newsletter explores some of the most fascinating (and ridiculous) corners of the internet.

By Kate Lindsay
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All These New Social Media Features Are Taking a Toll On Influencers

As Instagram and Twitter expand, “It can be so overwhelming that it feels easier not to create anything at all.”

By Kate Lindsay
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How Should Influencers Decide Their Rates? An Influencer Coach Explains

Lissette Calveiro answers six big questions about brand deals and reveals her tried-and-true rate formula.

By Kate Lindsay
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How Affiliate Influencers Make Money Now

Affiliate marketing is a lucrative revenue stream, especially during the pandemic

By Jay Barmann
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How Creators Make Money on Subscription Platforms and Services

Services like Patreon and Cameo and platforms like OnlyFans and Substack are giving comedians, reality stars, and journalists new ways to earn money from fans

By Jay Barmann
Making It

Lucie Fink on Turning Her Day Job Into Her Dream Job

The 27-year-old tells us how she leveraged her success at an influential women’s media company and set off to launch her own.

By Megan Buerger
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How to Make Money on (Almost) Every Platform

A highly unscientific ranking of the platforms that earn up-and-coming influencers and creators the most money

By Jay Barmann
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