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FOLLOW ME is hosted by Be Social founder Ali Grant and creative director Cole Moser. Each week, we sit down with inspiring bosses making moves in the digital space. Come follow along on their journey.

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    • Jun 17, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 40m AVG DURATION
    • 41 EPISODES

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    Ep 41: Remi Ishizuka + Nate Pontiou, HomeBodies: Creating a Company From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 32:54


    Influencer and entrepreneurs, Remi Ishizuka + Nate Pontiou join us today to share how they started their fitness company, HomeBodies, during the pandemic and how they have used this past year to reach a new audience, start a business, and grow their platforms.

    Ep 40: Mario Moreno, H&M: The Mind Behind Influencer Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 36:09


    Head of US Marketing at H&M, Mario Moreno, joins us today to share how he built his career working for top powerhouse brands such as H&M, Forever 21, L'Oreal, and Guess. Mario breaks down his best social media marketing strategies for brands and also shares how he created a successful brand and social media following of his own through utilizing these strategies for his personal use as well.

    Ep 39: Keltie Knight, The LadyGang: Building An Entertainment Empire

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 43:00


    Entertainment and entrepreneurial extraordinaire, Keltie Knight, joins us today to share her journey through the entertainment world. From serving as a professional dancer, television personality, host, and more, Keltie breaks down how she landed these roles and ultimately built her entertainment empire. Keltie also shares the journey behind creating The LadyGang and how she's used her entertainment expertise to also become a successful entreprenuer.

    Ep 38: Lauren Scruggs Kennedy, Stranded: Building Confidence within the Beauty Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 35:52


    Influencer and entrepreneur, Lauren Scruggs Kennedy, joins us today to share her journey and pursuit of clean living within the beauty and wellness space. She touches on the importance of using her social platform for good and how she has used her life events to spread confidence within the beauty industry. From launching her own dry shampoo line to providing women cosmetic coverings for prostheses, Lauren highlights the importance of an inclusive beauty space.

    Ep 37: Akash Mehta, Fable and Mane: Cultivating an Authentic Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 38:04


    Akash Mehta, British entrepreneur, social media influencer, and digital marketing specialist for beauty and fashion brands joins us today to share how he has successfully reached multiple audiences through his career in digital marketing. From serving as the Global Digital Manager at Dior Beauty to creating his own brand Fable and Mane, it is no shock that Akash's accomplishments placed him on the Forbes ’30 under 30’ List in Media & Marketing. He breaks down how to grow a side hustle into a full-time business, working for a global beauty brand, and his best digital marketing tips.

    Ep 36: Lauren Gores Ireland, Summer Fridays: Beauty Blogger to Brand Founder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 39:10


    Lauren Gores Ireland, co-founder of the popular beauty brand, Summer Fridays, joins us today to discuss all things skincare and social. From starting her blog to creating her dream brand, Lauren shares the process of becoming an influencer, launching a brand, and balancing motherhood.

    Ep 35: Brittany Hennessy, Carbon August: Influencing Influencers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 46:27


    We are back for Season 3 and joined by Brittany Hennessy! Brittany was the first Senior Director, Influencer Strategy & Talent Partnerships at Hearst Magazines Digital Media and is also the best-selling author of "INFLUENCER: Building Your Personal Brand In The Age Of Social Media." She breaks down the truth behind the influencer industry and shares helpful tips and tricks for those who are looking to break out in the industry, grow their own personal brand, or just simply step up their social media game.

    Ep 34: Lauren Elizabeth, XLE The Label: Diversifying Your Platform

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 36:53


    Influencer, YouTuber, Podcaster, actress, and brand owner, Lauren Elizabeth, joins us today to talk about her decade long journey through her digital platforms. From creating her blog in high school to creating her own clothing line, Lauren Elizabeth has done it all. She touches on the importance of mental health and breaks down what it takes to be successful on multiple platforms.

    Ep 33: Jackie Schimmel, The Bitch Bible: Podcast Popularity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 30:02


    Jackie Schimmel, host of The Bitch Bible, shares her unfiltered take on starting a podcast and building an online community. From quitting her job to pursue her podcast fulltime to getting blocked on Instagram, Jackie shares the road to her digital success and what really happens behind the scenes.

    Ep 32: Vanessa Lee, THE THINGS WE DO: The Business of Botox & Beauty

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2019 42:55


    Vanessa Lee, world-renowned Medical Aesthetic Provider and creator of THE THINGS WE DO, joins us today to discuss her journey within the cosmetic/medical field. She shares how she has built her own business AND her own skincare line. She also breaks down all things botox, skincare, and the power of influencers in helping grow a business.

    Ep 31: Natalie Ellis, Boss Babe: Growing a Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 43:42


    Natalie Ellis, co-founder of the global online community, Boss Babe, stops by to share how she has built a platform that inspires and supports women to turn their dreams into a reality through building successful businesses. She hits on how she built her business, the pressures of imposter syndrome, and the best social media practices for growing an Instagram.

    Ep 30: Nicole Lapin, Author: Burnout to Balance

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2019 48:05


    Nicole Lapin, New York Times bestselling author of Rich Bitch: A Simple 12-Step Plan for Getting Your Financial Life Together . . .Finally and Becoming Super Woman: A Simple 12 Step Plan to Go from Burnout to Balance joins us today to share how to become a super woman, not Superwoman. She breaks down how to avoid burnout, create balance in your life, and touches on her best financial tips as well.

    Ep 29: Sivan Ayla Richards, Tan Lines + Lux Unfiltered: Remaining Real Online

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 36:19


    Sivan Ayla Richards joins us today to share how she has built such a highly engaged following on Instagram through her unfiltered voice. She describes her journey as an influencer to brand owner, and walks us through the process of starting not only, one but two brands. If that wasn't enough, Sivan also shares how she balances motherhood and her online community.

    Ep 28: Sona Gasparian, Persona Cosmetics: The Brains Behind a Beauty Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 39:33


    Sona Gasparian, founder of Persona Cosmetics, join us today to talk about all things beauty! From creating her own beauty line, Persona, to working with brands such as Armani, YSL, and Dior, she touches on the balance between doubling as an influencer and brand owner. From working as a makeup artist to creating her own product line, Sona's beauty expertise has no limits!

    Ep 27: Cologne Trude and Cammy Miller, Show Me Your Mumu: Founding a Fashion Line

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 41:53


    Cologne Trude and Cammy Miller, founders of the clothing line, Show Me Your Mumu, sit down with us to discuss how they built their business from the ground up. From originally selling their clothes on Facebook, to ultimately creating a huge social following for their brand, these girls have done it all and looked cute while doing so!

    Ep 26: Jaclyn Johnson, Create & Cultivate: Creating a Millennial Workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 37:41


    Jaclyn Johnson joins us to kick off Season Three! She discusses the birth of Create & Cultivate and how she grew and scaled her company to what it is today. She also touches on what it is like not only managing, but working with millennials, her thoughts on creating an enjoyable work culture and work-life balance and what it is like to be the face of a company.

    Ep 25: Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, Almost 30: Garnering Podcast Popularity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2019 53:57


    Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the duo behind the massively popular podcast, Almost 30, join us to discuss how they have built a LOYAL community and growing brand. They walk us through the start of their podcast, tips on growing it into a successful business and... WE TALK MONEY as the girls dish on how serious podcasters make the dough.

    Ep 24: Stephanie Montes, Well+Good and More: Freelance Beauty Editor, A Look Inside the Media Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2019 28:38


    Stephanie Montes is a freelance beauty and fashion editor. Writing for publications such as Elite Daily, Byrdie, Elle, Brides, and more. She joins us today to talk through going from full time to freelance, the ups and downs of the media world, and what she thinks of the industry.

    Ep 23: Alex Georgy, Bloggers Who Brunch: Building a Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2019 34:09


    Founder of Bloggers Who Brunch, Alex Georgy, shares how she built her company straight out of college. She discusses the importance of networking within the influencer space and quick tips on how to stand out as a brand and as an influencer.

    Ep 22: Kirbie Johnson, POPSUGAR: Corporate to Freelancer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2019 56:14


    Kirbie Johnson joins us on her first official day as a freelancer after leaving her job at POPSUGAR after seven years. This beauty guru and host breaks down her decision to transition from a corporate setting to freelance, and shares her journey as a host, producer, and reporter.

    Ep 21: Katie Groover, REVOLVE: Secrets to Social Media Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 36:32


    Katie Groover, content and social media beauty specialist at REVOLVE Beauty, stops by to educate us on all things social. From getting her start at Too Faced Cosmetics, to her current gig at REVOLVE, Katie has always lived and breathed social media marketing. She gives us the lowdown on the best tips and strategies for influencer marketing and shares the success and techniques behind REVOLVE'S social platforms.

    Ep 20: Troy Solomon, Artist and Influencer: Do Influencers Need Managers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 55:18


    Troy Solomon, plus sized male recording artist and influencer, joins us with his manager, Deanna Ritter, to share how he has built his platform online to share his eclectic, gender-bending style, and vibrant personality with his followers. Together, they break down how an influencer campaign comes to fruition, how Troy built his music career, and how to spread body positivity online and IRL.

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    Ep 19: Lauren Paul and Molly Thompson, Kind Campaign: Kindness On and Offline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2019 49:40


    Co-founders of Kind Campaign, Lauren Paul and Molly Thompson, join us to share about their non-profit and their mission to help stop girl against girl bullying. They break down how social media impacts bullying and share tips on how to spread kindness offline and online.

    Ep 18: Kaitlynn Carter Jenner, MTV The Hills: Beyond Brand Deals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2019 49:12


    Kaitlynn Carter Jenner drops by to share how she transitioned from growing up in New Hampshire to gracing the screens of reality TV shows. From building her business and her blog, Kaitlynn has created a long term career beyond just brand deals. 

    Ep 17: Dean Unglert, The Bachelor: Vagabond Gone Viral

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 31:26


    Dean Unglert, The Bachelor, Bachelor in Paradise, and Bachelor Winter Games alumn, joins us to share how he built a career through his social media. Dean shares the importance of building relationships with brands and how he has turned full time travel into his full time job.

    Ep 16: Alex Michael May, Body Positive Advocate: Feeling Confident on Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 47:04


    Alex Michael May, body positive advocate, stops by to share her journey as an influencer and how she gained confidence to go from working behind the scenes as a creative director, to in front of the screen as a model and influencer for brands such as Nike, ModCloth, and Nivea. She highlights tips to control anxiety, practice self love, and accomplish your dreams.

    Ep 15: Caelynn Miller-Keyes, The Bachelor: Beauty Queen to Influencer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019 31:55


    Caelynn Miller-Keyes, who recently rose to fame from Season 23 of The Bachelor, joins us today to discuss her journey post Bachelor. This former pageant queen shares how she strives to use her platform for good while still continuing to grow her brand and presence online. She even shares her predictions for Hannah B's season.

    Ep 14: Thu Do, Benefit Cosmetics: All Things Influencer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2019 37:42


    Thu Do, Manager of Brand Relations & Digital PR at Benefit Cosmetics, joins us to break down all things influencer. From pitching influencers for campaigns, dealing with negotiations, and cultivating influencer relations, Thu gives an inside look on how brands navigate working with influencers. Although she may be known as "lazygirlglam" her bright personality and hustle are incomparable and have led to her success within the industry.

    Ep 13: Cammie Scott, YouTuber & LGBTQ+ Advocate: Finding Your Online Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2019 29:49


    Influencer and YouTuber, Cammie Scott, joins us to shed light on her journey as an influencer and how she uses her platform for good through advocating for the LGBTQ+ community.

    Ep 12: Becca Tobin, The LadyGang: Performer to Podcaster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2019 49:22


    Becca Tobin, widely known for her role of Kitty Wilde on Glee and co-host of the Lady Gang, joins us to discuss her journey in Hollywood. From her start on Broadway to building a podcast empire, Tobin shares how the digital world has shaped her career.

    Ep 11: Tanya Rad, KIIS FM: Makings of A Modern Woman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2019 44:17


    Tanya Rad, ultimate modern woman, co-host of "On-Air with Ryan Seacrest” morning show, and "Scrubbing In With Becca Tilley & Tanya Rad" joins us to share her journey to becoming the ultimate fangirl. From how she got her gig working with Ryan Seacrest to her biggest tips for becoming a modern woman, Tanya's advice, passion, and loyalty are incomparable.

    Ep 10: Shani Darden with Becca Tilley, Celebrity Esthetician: From Skincare to Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2018 34:20


    Shani Darden, skin wizard, joins us with special co-host Becca Tilley, to discuss her journey to becoming the secret behind Hollywood’s most flawless faces. From working with celebrities such as Jessica Alba, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Beyonce, to starting her own line of Retinol products, Shani does it all. She shares how she balances being a mom, while maintaining her title as one of Hollywood’s favorite estheticians.

    Ep 9: Jordan-Risa Santos, KKW Beauty: Navigating Social Media for Brands

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2018 39:10


    Jordan-Risa Santos, social media guru, joins us to share her tips and tricks for success on social media for brands and influencers. Whether you’re a brand or looking to start a career in social media marketing, Jordan educates us on the best practices for success. She highlights working in house for powerhouse brands like KKW Beauty as well as her experience taking the agency route.

    Ep 8: Scotty Cunha, Celebrity Hairstylist: Branding Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2018 42:13


    Scotty Cunha, the mastermind between celebrity hairstyles such as the Kardashian clan and Miley Cyrus, joins us to share his unfiltered story of hustling in the celebrity beauty world. From hilarious stories to important lessons like always being nice in business, Scotty shares how to not only brand yourself, but how to create an empire within your own personal domain.

    Ep 7: Rachel Zeilic, Who What Wear: Ins and Outs of Influencer Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2018 50:39


    Rachel Zeilic is VP of Influencer Marketing at Clique Media, the force behind Who What Wear, and Creative Director of Majorelle. She shares insider tips and tricks for brands looking to get into influencer marketing, creating your own clothing line, and her journey to working for today’s largest media company. She’s an all around cool girl with a resume that we all envy.

    Ep 6: Sarah Boyd, SIMPLY/NYLON: Selling Your Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2018 42:03


    Sarah Boyd, Founder of SIMPLY and President of West Coast Operations for NYLON, sheds light on starting her own business to the journey of selling her organization. Sarah shares how to find the right partner for your business, why being nice always opens doors and how to run it all while balancing home life.

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    Ep 5: Puno Puno, People Map: Growing a Targeted Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2018 36:56


    Puno Puno (yes... her last name is also her first name) is an all around tech queen and founder of People Map, an Instagram marketing tool. Today she shares her story of becoming a digital entrepreneur. From micro-influencers to brands and professionals, Puno shares how to strategically grow a targeted community by providing inspiration from background in the corporate world to launching Made with Map, I Love Creatives and People Map.

    Ep 4: Sarah Bahbah, Artist: Viral Content Leads to a Cult Following

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2018 39:57


    Sarah Bahbah, artist and internet sensation, joins us to share how she forged a following through her honest and compelling photo series on Instagram. From tips for aspiring artists and photographers, to emotional and raw advice, Sarah shows us how she’s utilized Instagram as a platform to share her art and her voice.

    Ep 3: Tiana Haraguchi, FORAY: Raising Money to Fund a Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2018 39:03


    Tiana Haraguchi, co-founder of FORAY, a social commerce platform that connects influencers and brands, joins us to share her insight on raising money from VC firms to launching a tech product. There’s ups and downs along the way, but Tiana’s journey is just beginning and her insight and experience is a great guide for fellow bosses.

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    Ep 2: Witney Carson, DWTS: Dancer to Digital Influencer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2018 28:36


    Witney Carson, professional on Dancing with the Stars, shares her story on starting a social media career and launching a new apparel brand utilizing her own personal influence. From finding the perfect brand partner to the ups and downs of juggling three careers while still going after the coveted Mirror Ball on DWTS. Come follow along on Witney’s journey...

    Ep 1: Becca Tilley, Bachelor: Monetizing a Social Following

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2018 38:13


    Becca Tilley stops by for our inaugural episode to discuss how she went from fresh Bachelor contestant to digital influencer and brand builder.

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