Small Steps Big Moves

Small Steps Big Moves

On the business of influence and content creation, hosted by Carmen Sognonvi. Every episode is jam-packed with practical, real-world information that creators and influencers need to know. Carmen tackles topics like how much to charge for brand deals, how to get an influencer manager, negotiation secrets every creator should know, money mistakes to avoid, tips and tricks of the influencer marketing industry and more. Carmen Sognonvi, founder of Top Flight Family, is a serial entrepreneur and world traveler. Carmen’s insights on influencer marketing have been featured in Business Insider and Buzzfeed, while her expertise in luxury travel has been featured in Travel + Leisure, Conde Nast Traveler and The Washington Post. Be sure to subscribe now, and follow the show on Instagram and TikTok at @smallstepswithcarmen.

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S01E12 This style influencer stands out in a sea of sameness - Ashley Ballard Interview
February 15, 202401:03:33

S01E12 This style influencer stands out in a sea of sameness - Ashley Ballard Interview

[VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE] Ashley Ballard of @closetvomit started making fashion content when she was just 17. They've been tapped by brands like H&M, Doc Martens and Ray Ban and in an indu...

S01E11 Brand deal negotiation secrets every creator should know
February 08, 202429:11

S01E11 Brand deal negotiation secrets every creator should know

[VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE] Imagine this: You’ve just landed a brand deal and the client has sent over the contract. You open the document but realize that they sent over another creator’s c...

S01E10 5 reasons you will regret becoming a creator
February 01, 202443:45

S01E10 5 reasons you will regret becoming a creator

[VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE] Don’t become a creator... unless you’re willing to face some harsh realities. Listen, being an influencer or content creator is highly glamorized. But it’s not al...

S01E09 From the natural hair niche to the brand deal big leagues - Tyla Lauren Interview
January 25, 202401:16:54

S01E09 From the natural hair niche to the brand deal big leagues - Tyla Lauren Interview

[VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE] Tyla-Lauren Gilmore is a beauty and style influencer who’s at the top of her game. She's been the face of brands like H&M, Nike, Abercombie and Maybelline, just t...