College of Influence
Welcome to the College of Influence podcast, your personal resource and guide for all important business lessons on becoming the most successful, most lucrative influencer you can be! Created by business managers, talent agents, press gurus, and digital marketing experts, College of Influence is here to help you take control of your career as a digital influencer.
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Creating Colorful Worlds of Groovy Content, with @aww.sam
03/18/2021
Creating Colorful Worlds of Groovy Content, with @aww.sam
In our LAST episode of season 2 of the podcast, we interview the donut queen herself: Sam Ushiro, AKA @aww.sam. Tune in to hear us talk about how she creates more than just content by building new worlds in each post that is filled with color, time-traveling, and some retro-inspired movie scenes here and there to create absolute content magic. Guest: Samantha Ushiro Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Building a Robust Bilingual and Bicultural Audience, with @nany
03/11/2021
Building a Robust Bilingual and Bicultural Audience, with @nany
Daniela Ramirez, aka @nany, is a blogger and influencer from Venezuela who has strategically made both Latinxs and Americans fall in love with her fun, fashionable, and family-friendly content. Listen in as her and Kyle discuss the best strategies for growth across diverse cultural audiences, and what it's like to live in her colorful, Miami vibes, world. Guest: Daniela Ramirez Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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The Family that Creates Together, with @themotheroverload
03/05/2021
The Family that Creates Together, with @themotheroverload
In this episode, Kyle chats with hyper creative family influencer Gladys Jimenez of @themotheroverload. Let Gladys inspire you to be a more creative parent in this session packed with a little bit of everything. From creating incredible Halloween photoshoots, juggling family life while working with huge brands, to keeping kids safe from negativity on social media. Guest: Gladys Jimenez Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Minimalism in Creation, with @lindseylouie
03/02/2021
Minimalism in Creation, with @lindseylouie
On today's episode we have minimalist life and style expert @lindseylouie whose easy-going attitude is a breath of fresh air in the influencer world. Her experience both working a 9- 5 on some of the most coveted companies like Google, and her love of content creation as a creative outlet, inspires us to do what we enjoy in life. Guest: Lindsey Louie Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Postpartum and Politics, with @neelykins
02/25/2021
Postpartum and Politics, with @neelykins
In this podcast, Kyle speaks with Neely Moldovan, aka @neelykins, a blogger and influencer who has been part of the Dallas blogging scene for a few years now. From her quarter-life crisis chronicles to her actual more self-care and family-oriented content, Neely keeps it real for her community speaking about her struggles with postpartum depression and strong political opinions, but always with a coffee in hand. Guest: Neely Moldovan Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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When Business is a Party, with @cakeandconfetti
02/23/2021
When Business is a Party, with @cakeandconfetti
This podcast turns into a vibrant, happy party as Kyle interviews influencer and creator Meredith Staggers, aka @cakeandconfetti. Tune in to learn from her experiences, from everything about creating amazing sets to learning the business through sports management and how all these wrapped into a colorful and vibrant package to feel like it's a party every day! Guest: Meredith Staggers Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Growing A Loyal Community, with @celeste_wright
02/19/2021
Growing A Loyal Community, with @celeste_wright
In today's episode Kyle interviews Pasadena blogger and influencer, Celeste Wright, who stumbled into her influencer business as a result of her ventures as an entrepreneur, and has since cultivated a loyal community of followers that have grown alongside her beautiful family. Join us in this conversation about balancing life, business tips, and a whole lot of golden nuggets on how to engage with your audience, and much more! Guest: Celeste Wright Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Crossover Success, TV and Travel Influencing , with @getlostwithlindsay
02/16/2021
Crossover Success, TV and Travel Influencing , with @getlostwithlindsay
Want to know how you can become a travel influencer and experience life to the fullest? Find out in today’s episode of the College of Influence podcast, where we talk with Lindsay Myers, creator of @getlostwithlindsay. Let Lindsay show you that you don’t need to pay top price to experience all that life has to offer. Guest: Lindsay Myers Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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From Entrepreneur to Influencer, with @polymathmom
02/12/2021
From Entrepreneur to Influencer, with @polymathmom
Karla Lu is a businesswoman and entrepreneur, turned content creator. In today's episode she talks with host, Kyle Hjelmeseth, about how her entrepreneurial mindset and hard-working attitude got her to be the successful businesswoman she is now. Guest: Karla Lu Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Diversifying your Content Strategy, with @adaatude
02/10/2021
Diversifying your Content Strategy, with @adaatude
In this episode, we speak with Adaleta Avdić, a blogger, influencer, and YouTuber known for her beauty product reviews and funny take on life. Learn how to make important decisions and how syndicating your content can build a loyal community throughout different platforms. Guest: Adaleta Avdić Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Finding Self-Love through Astrology Memes, with @cogey
02/08/2021
Finding Self-Love through Astrology Memes, with @cogey
In this episode Kyle interviews the talented Cogey, who can make us laugh and stare in awe at magnificently created vintage photography, videos, and Reels used for her famous astrological memes. She talks about huge election campaign with Instagram, her journey out of an abusive marriage, and how creating her social media persona based on the things she loves helped her find her own value. Guest: Cogey Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Making Sustainable Living Inclusive, with @jhanneu
02/04/2021
Making Sustainable Living Inclusive, with @jhanneu
In this episode, we talk to Jhánneu Roberts, a leader in the conversation about using your influence to educate and make sustainability inclusive. Tune in to learn how an intentional and low-impact life gave her a bigger purpose and a mission to teach people to be better through helping the environment and living an intentional life. Guest: Jhánneu Roberts Host: Kyle Hjelmeseth (Talent Management) For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Changing Business Lanes, @officialkimberlydawn
02/02/2021
Changing Business Lanes, @officialkimberlydawn
In today's episode, Kyle has a fun conversation with one of his favorite Texas micro-influencers, Meg Owen of @mego, an established beauty and lifestyle blogger from Houston, who keeps it real and true to her niche. Enjoy this friendly chat with this charismatic, funny, and overall real woman, who not only teaches you how to get attainable makeup looks, but also inspires with her empathy towards others. Guest: Kimberly Dawn For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Reinvention of Self, with @laurahuntstyle
01/28/2021
Reinvention of Self, with @laurahuntstyle
In today's episode, we talk to Laura Hunt from @laurahuntstyle, an incredibly talented stylist, and entrepreneurial badass who creates anything she sets her mind to. She is responsible for TV segments, set styling, fashion show interviews, massive marketing events and reinventing herself in many ways. Even before she was a digital influencer, she was a great influence and inspiration for many, and in many ways started host Kyle down his path. Dive in to hear her story. Guest: Laura Hunt For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Embracing Your Unique Voice, with @jaglever
01/26/2021
Embracing Your Unique Voice, with @jaglever
In this podcast, we speak to one of the greatest OG bloggers, Rachel Iwanyszyn of @jaglever. We dig in with how Rachel got started, has found longevity in the game of influence, her love for Dr. Martens, and her unique artsy perspective when creating content. Find out how keeping your style is key for not only making it in this business but also to just enjoy your life to the fullest. Guest: Rachel Iwanyszyn For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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The Funny Side of Life, with @haelywhite
01/21/2021
The Funny Side of Life, with @haelywhite
In this podcast episode, we chat with Haely White, one half of the hilarious “Don’t Call Me Mommy” duo (with ) about how she discovered comedy was her calling, her break in social media, and how life just takes you where you need to go to learn in the process. Guest: Haely White dcmm.tv/ For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Reels, Influencer Life and Family, with @astoldbymichelle
01/14/2021
Reels, Influencer Life and Family, with @astoldbymichelle
In this episode, we chat with Michelle Hsu, creator of @astoldbymichelle on everything from her book blogging days to her amazing take on home decor, and new found love for Reels, TikTok, and motherhood. Tune in for Michelle's tell-all on the influencer business and her unique content creation methods. Guest: Michelle Hsu For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Life as the Mother of Superstar Influencers, with @jaqi_m_clements
01/07/2021
Life as the Mother of Superstar Influencers, with @jaqi_m_clements
Joining the podcast today is Jaqi Clements, the mother of superstar Clements twins, Ava and Leah, who have taken the internet world by storm. In this episode, Jaqi tells us all about what it was like for her family when the girls became influencers, and what they have learned from their family’s struggles after a harrowing battle with cancer. A powerful conversation, full of wisdom for aspiring influencers, and wisdom for life. Do not miss this episode! Guest: Jaqi Clements instagram.com/kevin_r_clements/ instagram.com/cut2thischase/ For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Bridging Acting to Influence, with @gutstadt
01/05/2021
Bridging Acting to Influence, with @gutstadt
Joining Kyle today is actor, model, comedian, influencer, and even true-crime podcast producer Samantha Gutstadt. What doesn't she do!? Anything she doesn’t want to! Sam is one serious comedian with a head for business and is ready to tell us all about her journey from playing professional tennis in Canada to movie thrillers, and finally, to your phone’s screen with her funny sketches on social media as an influencer. Guest: Samantha Gutstadt For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Raising a Big Little Influencer, with @janess_84 and @simply_madisonjade
12/29/2020
Raising a Big Little Influencer, with @janess_84 and @simply_madisonjade
On today's episode we catch up with JaNess Strickland, the proud mother of Madison Jade, Texas’ own bubbly influencer who is unapologetically herself and we wouldn't want it any other way! “We allow Madison to be herself, and we do it so she knows that her voice matters, what she has to say matters, and who she is matters,” JaNess says when talking about how it is to work with her little daughter in creating super fun content that has made Madison viral and a rising star. With a different upbringing than other kids, Madison is allowed to express herself in any way she finds necessary. This is something that she has agreed on with her husband; “Madison has a vote in the things we do, and we ask her how she feels about things, especially when it comes to her social media presence.” Find out more about Madison's life through the eyes of her mother JaNess, and dig into the story of what it's like to be the mom to a six year influencer! Guest: JaNess Strickland For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Success After Struggle, with @flashesofstyle
12/22/2020
Success After Struggle, with @flashesofstyle
In our new episode, we interview Flashes of Style creator, Bonnie Barton. With her incredible style and positive attitude, she has made everybody fall in love with the content she creates. She hears from a lot of women about how her blog has had a positive influence on them. "I feel that this year more than ever, everyone is very aware of quarantine weight and stuff like that. So I feel that everyone can use the extra affirmations, inspiration, and just be kinder to ourselves because this year we've all been dealing with so much." Join us as Bonnie shares her human struggles and how she overcame them to inspire others to do the same. Guest: Bonnie Barton For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Balancing Family, Hard Work & Gratitude, with @ Momma Mandy Cox
12/17/2020
Balancing Family, Hard Work & Gratitude, with @ Momma Mandy Cox
On today's podcast we chat with Mandy Cox, the creator of the Momma Mandy lifestyle blog is a Florida blogger who has made a loyal community fall in love with her entire family and life. In this podcast, she shares all of her struggles and wins in this marathon called life. Her success rises due to her authenticity, hard work, a loving family, and strong faith. Guest: Mandy Cox For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Less Clutter Creates More Creativity, with @whitneyleighmorris
12/15/2020
Less Clutter Creates More Creativity, with @whitneyleighmorris
In today's episode of the podcast, Kyle interviews Whitney Leigh Morris, designer, author and creative mind behind the famous Tiny Canal Cottage. With dreamy photos of her beautiful house at Venice Beach, Whitney has created a very successful business and tells everyone what it’s like to live in her 400 sq ft home with her loving husband, her five-year-old, two of the cutest beagles, and a baby on the way. Join us as we learn about growing a brand and supporting her family through her content creation. Each of her photos is a tiny, beautiful dream, so it's no wonder she has built an incredible community that hangs on every one of her inspirations! Guest: Whitney Leigh Morris Book: For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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Finding Your Niche, with @mego
12/10/2020
Finding Your Niche, with @mego
In today's episode, Kyle has a fun conversation with one of his favorite Texas micro-influencers, Meg Owen of @mego, an established beauty and lifestyle blogger from Houston, who keeps it real and true to her niche. Enjoy this friendly chat with this charismatic, funny, and overall real woman, who not only teaches you how to get attainable makeup looks, but also inspires with her empathy towards others. Meg, being the amazing teacher that she is, gave us a formula that she uses to create a successful strategy for her business that you can use in yours: Guest: Megan Owen For more information on today's episode, visit ** and unlock over 50 lessons on everything you need to know to grow your following, get brand deals and find success as an influencer at . Why College of Influence? We’ve built a team of influencers, agents, lawyers, accountants, and artists, to provide you with the best resources and make sure each lesson will help you grow your audience and turn your passion into profits!
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How to Work with PR Agencies, with Kelly Howard of EightSixtySouth
09/15/2020
How to Work with PR Agencies, with Kelly Howard of EightSixtySouth
This week we had one of the most insightful conversations of this entire season with friend, and business leader Kelly Howard, CEO of EightSixtySouth. Kelly served as Post+Beam’s West Coast Director for several years, Kelly acquired the company in October 2016 and has since led the company through a full rebrand - introducing the new EightSixtySouth in 2017. The established firm handles PR for some of the biggest names in the game like Modibodi, Moroccanoil, Sephora, Facebook, Make Up Forever, W Hotels, and many others. This interview is filled with golden nuggets and we tried our best to list the biggest takeaways below, but we suggest you grab a notebook, listen to the full episode and take all the notes you can! Guest: Kelly Howard ** For the access to our learning community and lessons our favorite College of Influence interviews and more, sign up at **
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Building Community Beyond Numbers w/ @davidmeltzer
09/10/2020
Building Community Beyond Numbers w/ @davidmeltzer
If you’ve heard interviews and other introductions to in the past, he always gets described with more or less the same adjectives: Legend, idol, inspiration, innovator, etc. But we decided that we wanted to give David the chance to introduce himself in his own words-- how he feels the world should know him. On the podcast this week we had a quick, but incredibly insightful talk with a person that has built the pillars of the talent management industry. He’s the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire! He’s a best seller author, speaker, coach, and incredibly humble; we’re talking about the one and only David Meltzer. Listen in to hear how David would give his own introduction, and many insightful nuggets of his wisdom that will help take your business and relationships to new levels. Guest: David Meltzer ** For the access to our learning community and lessons our favorite College of Influence interviews and more, sign up at collegeofinfluence.com **
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Self Expression and Mom Blogging, with @mommydiary
08/25/2020
Self Expression and Mom Blogging, with @mommydiary
Before Angela Kim of started her blogging life, she was a full-time mom juggling her own desires and a budding family. She was teaching, building on her dreams, but at the young age of 24 that all changed quickly, leading to one of the lowest points in her life. Fast forward almost 16 years from that point, we sit down with Angela who has since become one of the most successful full time bloggers, and now podcasters, today. From motherhood to iconic fashion content-- you name it, she’s done it all. Join us for this deeply interesting conversation, with many personal and professional insights, directly from a working mother/wife/icon, and the many more hats she wears to keep her community and family engaged. Guest: Angela Kim ** For the access to our learning community and lessons our favorite College of Influence interviews and more, sign up at **
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Fashion, Influence and Cultural Revolution with @nycxclothes
07/28/2020
Fashion, Influence and Cultural Revolution with @nycxclothes
Shelcy and Christy Joseph are a fashionable and stylish duo behind NYCxClothes. Born in Haiti but now locals of New York, they created a fashion and lifestyle platform turned into a community that encourages women from all cultures to live up to their full potentials and to believe in their dreams. The vibrant duo brings everything they touch to life and generate content with flawless aesthetics, turning their account into instant fashion goals. Recently, we sat down with Shelcy Joseph to discuss her perspective as a rising star influencer, a creative force during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a strong voice for diversity, equity and inclusion across the influencer industry. Quotations have been edited for clarity. Guest: Shelcy Joseph Blog: Dear Brands: [ For the access to our learning community and lessons our favorite College of Influence interviews and more, sign up at ]
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Influence during COVID-19, with @chloetessmiller
07/15/2020
Influence during COVID-19, with @chloetessmiller
University of Southern California student and micro-influencer Chloe Miller is known for her beauty and fashion content. However, since the global coronavirus pandemic hit earlier this year, Chloe has branched outside her niche to advocate for social distancing and the importance of keeping one another safe. This mixing of desperate content might scare some influencers, but Chloe believes her willingness to break molds makes her unique—and she hopes more influencers follow suit. Recently, we sat down with Chloe () to discuss her experiences as both a college student and micro-influencer during the COVID-19 pandemic. Guest: Chloe Miller Instagram: Blog: COI Interview: < > [ For the access to our learning community and lessons our favorite College of Influence interviews and more, sign up at ]
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Your Unique Value, with Cole Zucker of Hey Hero
05/20/2020
Your Unique Value, with Cole Zucker of Hey Hero
In 2007, Cole Zucker made what might have seemed like a risky decision. After graduating college, he purchased a one-way ticket to Shanghai, China, checked into a hostel, and started searching for work. This life-altering experience eventually led to Cole co-founding Green Creative, a multi-million dollar commercial LED lighting company. He’s since exited Green Creative and started Hey Hero, a platform that enables influencers to offer personalized, expert advice to their followers. In the latest episode of College of Influence’s podcast, we talked with Cole about how he started Green Creative, lessons he discovered along the way, and how influencers can benefit from his learnings. Guest: Cole Zucker More on Cole Zucker: LinkedIn: Sign up to join Hey Hero: [ For the access to our learning community and lessons our favorite College of Influence interviews and more, sign up at ]
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