Speaking very candidly, content creators have to navigate a lot of tension as an inherent part of their career. You’re constantly being told that “authentic” content is what performs the best, but then you have to mindfully curate your brand (which is to say…yourself). There is an urge to document your life in order to share what feels real in your day-to-day, but the very act of capturing these moments makes them lose some of their spark. So what’s the solution?
Well – we don’t know exactly. But if you’ve ever felt like you’re walking the balance-beam between your real life and your social media careerโincluding the joys, fears, and pressures that come along with itโthis conversation might resonate with you.
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