#003: Lindsey Gamble’s Path from Hip-Hop Blogger to Influencer Marketing Leader

Summary

In this insightful episode of The Conscious Hustler podcast, Tiffany Hardin sits down with Lindsey Gamble to explore the evolving world of B2B creators and the critical role of representation in the industry. Lindsey shares his journey and ambition to become a leading voice, offering actionable advice to creators and professionals navigating this space. They dive into the power of self-belief, the importance of building genuine relationships, and the essential balance between work and personal life. Tune in to discover how to thrive in the creator economy while nurturing meaningful connections and prioritizing what matters most.

Keywords

influencer marketing, creator economy, consultant, advisor, speaker, newsletter, hip hop, writing, relationships, time, hard work, human aspect, B2B creators, future, representation, aspirations, belief in oneself, relationships

Takeaways

  • Influencer marketing goes beyond sponsored content and can involve working with creators as consultants, advisors, and focus group participants.

  • Understanding both the creator and marketer perspectives can lead to successful collaborations and finding a middle ground.

  • Bringing your human self to the workplace and valuing relationships can create a positive and productive environment.

  • Time, hard work, and doing work that you're proud of are important values in Lindsay's career.

  • Being a new dad has motivated Lindsay to pursue his passion and provide for his family. B2B creators have a unique opportunity to tap into both consulting/advising and content creation

  • Believing in oneself and having confidence is crucial for success

  • Building relationships with peers in the industry is important for growth and learning

  • Balancing work with other aspects of life, such as family and relationships, is essential

  • Representation in the industry is important for diversity and inclusion

Sound Bites

  • "I'm a B2B creator."

  • "You can work hard, value the time, value stuff outside of work, and be a good person."

  • "This newsletter is like your breakout, your breakout album."

  • "We can't just be practitioners of this. Like we have opinions on this."

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