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UGC does not have to feel so hard to break into.

In this episode, I’m sharing why Trybe has become such a big part of my creator workflow lately, what makes it feel different, and why it may be worth looking into if you are ready to start creating more consistently.

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Have you ever felt like you are doing a little bit of everything in UGC but still cannot figure out what you should focus on next?.

This episode will help you take a step back, look at where you are right now, and begin identifying what actually deserves your attention next.

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What if the thing keeping you stuck doesn’t actually sound like an excuse?

That’s what makes some excuses so hard to recognize.

They sound logical. They feel justified. And sometimes, you’ve repeated them for so long that you don’t even question whether they’re actually stopping you anymore.

In this episode of UGC Clarity, we’re talking about the excuses that hide in plain sight, the ones you might not even realize you’re making, and what happens when you finally start questioning them.

You might recognize a few of your own.

And if you do… good. 👀

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Dawn Cheryl Kohl, JD is back on UGC Clarity!

This time, we’re talking about Trybe and the contracts creators may encounter when accepting opportunities on the platform.

We discuss what you should be paying attention to before clicking accept, why additional brand agreements matter, and how to better understand what you’re agreeing to as a creator.*

Links & Resources:

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*This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

I walked away from a $1,000/month UGC retainer.

And even after I made the decision, I wasn’t completely sure I’d done the right thing.

In this episode of UGC Clarity, I’m talking about what happened, what the experience made me realize about the kind of work I actually want to be doing, and why the longer I’m in this industry, the more my perspective on UGC opportunities continues to change.

I’m also sharing a few places creators can look for ongoing and retainer-style opportunities, giving you a little peek into my experience with Trybe so far, and teasing TWO upcoming conversations that you’re definitely going to want on your radar.

If you’re trying to build a UGC business that actually fits YOU, this one’s for you.

And make sure you’re following UGC Clarity before you leave. Next week’s conversation is one you’re not going to want to miss. 👀

🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES

Join Trybe:
(iPhone & Android)

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Join SideShift:

(iPhone only I believe)


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Join Euka:

(This one is for TikTok Shop Affiliates!)

(And iPhone only!)

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Use my code: PA9TJ

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If you’re just getting started with UGC, this is the episode I wish someone had made for me.

Social media is full of creators sharing their biggest wins.

The $10,000 months.

The dream brand deals.

The stories about quitting their jobs.

Those things can absolutely happen.

But what we don’t hear enough about are the months of learning, rejection, mistakes, and figuring things out along the way.

In this episode, I’m sharing 9 things I personally would avoid if I were starting my UGC journey all over again.

None of these things guarantee success or failure, but avoiding them can save you a lot of unnecessary stress, money, and frustration.

Whether you’re still thinking about becoming a UGC creator or you’ve already started pitching brands, I hope this episode helps you build your business with realistic expectations and a little more confidence.

Resources Mentioned:

Dawn Cheryl Kohl, JD

If you’d like to learn more about UGC contracts, usage rights, and understanding what you’re agreeing to before you sign, I highly recommend checking out Dawn’s resources. She’s both a licensed attorney and a UGC creator, and she does a fantastic job making complicated contract language much easier to understand.

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If this episode encouraged you, I’d love it if you subscribed, left a review, or shared it with another creator who’s just getting started. It really does help more creators find the show.

Thanks so much for listening, and I’ll talk to you in the next episode!

I wanted to make it easy for you to find everything I mention in this episode.

If you’re enjoying the UGC Clarity Podcast, I’d love to invite you to join my free UGC Clarity Community, where creators ask questions, celebrate wins, share opportunities, and continue the conversation beyond the podcast. You can join by clicking here.

If you’re looking for personalized guidance, you can also book a Podcast Discovery Call with me to chat about your goals, your creator journey, or even being a guest or sponsor on the podcast.

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I hope this episode helped you see that very few UGC opportunities are simply “good” or “bad.” The better question is whether an opportunity makes sense for your business, your goals, and where you are right now in your journey.

If this episode helped you, I’d really appreciate it if you’d subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another creator who could use a little more UGC clarity.

Thanks so much for listening, and I’ll talk to you in the next episode. 💜

Every creator signs contracts sometime in their career…but how many of us actually understand what we’re agreeing to?

In this episode of the UGC Clarity Podcast, I’m joined by licensed Minnesota attorney, legal educator, and fellow UGC creator Dawn Cheryl Kohl, JD, for a conversation every creator needs to hear.

We talk about why contract ambiguity causes so many problems between brands and creators, the difference between licensing your content versus giving away ownership, contract clauses that should make you stop and ask questions, and how becoming more legally informed can help you negotiate with confidence.

This isn’t about fear. It’s about becoming a stronger business owner. The more you understand, the more confidently you can protect yourself, negotiate fair agreements, and build a sustainable creator business.

Learn more from Dawn:

✨ Stan Store

📱 TikTok 1

📱 TikTok 2

📸 Instagram

📘 Facebook

💼 LinkedIn

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Every creator makes mistakes. I know I have….

In this episode, I’m sharing some of the biggest lessons I’ve learned throughout my UGC journey in hopes that they help you move forward with more confidence,

and avoid some of the roadblocks that can keep creators feeling stuck.

I’d love to hear from you!

After listening, leave a comment and let me know which mistake resonated with you the most, or share one lesson you’ve learned on your own creator journey.

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The UGC industry is changing—and no, I don’t think that’s a bad thing.

In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about where I believe the creator economy is headed. From the rise of AI and the growing number of creators entering the space to the changing expectations of brands and why authenticity still matters more than ever, I’m sharing my perspective on what these shifts mean for creators and how you can position yourself for long-term success.

If you’ve been wondering whether there’s still room for you in UGC, or you’ve found yourself feeling overwhelmed by everything that’s changing, I hope this episode gives you clarity, confidence, and a fresh perspective on what’s possible.

If you’re ready to take your creator journey even further, check out the UGC Clarity Network, where you’ll get access to my 12 custom-built AI assistants designed specifically for UGC creators, along with exclusive trainings, resources, and a community of creators who are committed to growing their businesses together.

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Do you ever feel like everyone else has more time than you?

In this episode, I share some thoughts that completely changed the way I look at productivity, progress, and building a business while life is happening all around you.

We talk about excuses, priorities, showing up when things are not perfect, and why waiting for the “right time” might be holding you back more than you realize.

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Have you ever had a moment in life that completely changed the direction you were headed?

In this episode of UGC Clarity, I sit down with Tasha to talk about her journey from content creation into education, the lessons she learned along the way, and how the loss of her mom became a turning point that pushed her to pursue something that truly lights her up.

We talk about navigating grief, finding purpose in unexpected places, and what it looks like to pivot when you realize you’re being called toward something bigger than what you originally planned.

Whether you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or simply someone trying to figure out your next step, Tasha’s story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the most difficult seasons of life can lead us to exactly where we’re meant to be.

In this episode, we discuss:

• ​ Tasha’s transition from content creation to education
• ​ How losing her mom impacted her perspective and direction
• ​ Finding purpose through life’s hardest moments
• ​ The courage it takes to pivot and start something new
• ​ Building a career that aligns with what truly lights you up

If this episode resonates with you, please take a moment to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may need to hear it.

And if you’re a creator looking for support, guidance, and a community of creators who understand the journey, come join us inside the UGC Clarity Community by clicking here to join for free.

Until next time, keep creating, keep learning, and keep moving forward one step at a time. 💜🎙️

Have you ever felt like you’re building the airplane while you’re flying it?

In this episode, I share what it looks like to build something that is still growing, evolving, and taking shape. From new community initiatives to bigger plans for creator support, I talk about the reality of building a business while you’re still in the middle of the journey.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re figuring things out as you go, this episode is for you.

If you want support as you create your own path,

Click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Keep an eye out for our upcoming Group Missions, designed to help creators take action, build momentum, and stop feeling stuck.

I’ve noticed that one of the biggest things new creators seem to struggle with, is editing.

In this episode, I share why I’ll be adding a basic editing module to the community soon and why I think it will help a lot of creators feel more confident as they build their skills.

If you want support as you create your own journey, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Sometimes the most important thing you can do is keep going.

In this episode, I share my thoughts on perseverance after being a guest on Teresa Lopez’s podcast. We talk about what can happen when people stop waiting, stop overthinking, and finally decide to take action on the things that matter to them.

🎙️ Listen to the episode where I was a guest on Teresa’s podcast:

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A lot of people want the outcome, but avoid the process it takes to get there.

In this episode, I talk about the disconnect between wanting results and avoiding the learning that creates them, and why shifting that mindset can change everything.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

You might be tired of hearing people talk about hooks, but that does not make them any less important.

In this episode, I talk about why hooks still matter when it comes to creating content that gets attention, and why the people dismissing them are often the same people feeling stuck and wondering why their videos are not working.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Not every coach, course, or teaching style is going to align with where you are or how you learn, and that is okay.

In this episode, I talk about why finding the right guidance matters, how different approaches work for different people, and why you should not force yourself into spaces that do not truly support your growth.

If you want support as you create your own journey, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

This is a special episode. My 1st guest episode!

My business partner Mike and I decided to record one of our real UGC conversations, and it turned into a deep discussion about how advertising used to work before UGC was even called UGC, and how those same principles still apply to content today.

We talk about the hook trifecta, buyer psychology, why certain videos make people stop scrolling, and why other content disappears without making an impact.

If you enjoy real conversations around UGC, content creation, strategy, and growing as a creator, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

I get asked this a lot—“Is your course finished?”

The truth is, it’s not a one-time finished thing. It’s growing and evolving as I teach, learn, and add more.

In this episode, I explain why I chose to make it available now instead of waiting for it to be “perfect,” what you can expect inside, and how to know if it’s the right fit for you.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

If you’re ready to go deeper, access the course in the free community

You can have attention, views, and engagement… without making any sales.

In this episode, I break down why people can watch your content but still not convert, what’s actually missing between attention and action, and how to adjust your messaging so it leads somewhere.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

If you’re ready to go deeper, access the course in the free community.

Most people think success with content or UGC is just about strategy, consistency, or better ideas.

But there’s a shift that happens long before the results show up—and almost no one talks about it.

In this episode, I break down the identity shift that has to happen if you want to actually grow, what it looks like when you’re still stuck in the “old version” of yourself, and why things feel harder right before they start working.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

If you’re ready to go deeper, access the course in the free community.

If your content isn’t converting, it’s easy to assume you need better hooks, better ideas, or to post more often.

But in most cases, that’s not actually the issue.

In this episode, I break down the real reason your content might not be landing, what’s actually holding your results back, and the shift that changes everything about how you show up online.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

If you’re ready to go deeper, access the course in the free community

If people are watching your content but not taking action, it’s not always a “traffic” problem.

In this episode, I break down the real reasons viewers don’t convert into buyers, what’s usually missing in your messaging, and how small shifts in your content can change how people respond.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

If you’re ready to go deeper, access the course in the free community

Buying a course feels like the start… but then you open it and suddenly don’t know what to do first.

In this episode, I break down what actually happens after the purchase, why most people get stuck here, and how to move past the “now what” stage without overthinking or over-consuming.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

If you’re ready to go deeper, access the course in the free community

Not every brand experience is going to go smoothly…

In this episode, I talk about a time a brand disappeared after deliverables were sent, what I learned from the situation, and why experiences like this can still teach you something valuable.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Sometimes the small things behind the scenes end up becoming expensive lessons.

In this episode, I share the storage mistake that cost me money, what I learned from it, and why staying organized matters more than people realize.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Mistakes happen, especially when you are managing a lot at once.

In this episode, I share the story behind deleting client footage, what I learned from it, and why moments like this do not mean your journey is over.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Sometimes it is not lack of talent or ability that keeps people stuck. It is overwhelm.

In this episode, I talk about how overwhelm can quietly stop your progress and what helped me move forward without trying to do everything at once.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

There is a lot of noise online about how making money with UGC works.

In this episode, I talk honestly about the reality of earning with UGC, what people do not always see behind the scenes, and why consistency and clarity matter more than hype.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Not every opportunity online is what it seems, even when everything looks professional at first.

In this episode, I share a situation involving a brand that seemed completely legitimate until the red flags started showing up, and why learning to slow down and pay attention matters.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Once inside the community, you can find the course under the learning tab✨

The way you think might feel like a struggle sometimes, but it can also be your biggest advantage.

In this episode, I share how I started to see my own thought process differently and how leaning into it has helped me grow instead of holding me back.

If you want support as you create your own creator journey, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

There is always a reason that keeps you going, even when things feel hard.

In this episode, I share the deeper reason behind why I keep showing up and why quitting is not an option for me.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

UGC is not the only way I bring in income.

In this episode, I share other ways I make money online, how they fit into what I’m building, and why having multiple streams can make a difference.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Sometimes the simplest systems are the ones that actually work.

In this episode, I share why I chose to write everything down in notebooks, how it helped me stay clear and organized, and why it worked better than overcomplicating things.

If you want support as you create your own path, click here to join my free UGC Creator Community.

It’s easy to feel like you need a full setup before you can start creating.

In this episode, I break down what tools actually matter, what you can skip, and how to keep things simple so you can focus on creating.

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Not every opportunity is worth saying yes to, especially when it comes to PR and paid collaborations.

In this episode, I break down the difference, what to look for, and how to decide what actually makes sense for you.

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Not every clip is going to come out right the first time, and that is part of the process.

In this episode, I talk about the mistakes, retakes, and messy moments that happen while filming, and why they do not mean you are doing anything wrong.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Everyone starts somewhere, and sometimes it starts small.

In this episode, I share what it looked like going from low paying videos to earning real money, and the shifts that helped me move forward.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Things are not always going to go perfectly, especially when you’re creating consistently.

In this episode, I share a moment where my mic completely failed me, and what I learned from it.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Some of the things that actually make money do not look serious at all from the outside.

In this episode, I share the small, simple, and sometimes unexpected things I do that end up bringing in income, and why they matter more than people think.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

There comes a point where this starts to feel different.

In this episode, I talk about the shift from treating UGC like a side hustle to seeing it as something more, and what changes when that mindset starts to click.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Not every day feels productive or inspired, and that is normal.

In this episode, I share what I actually do on the days where motivation is low and how I keep moving forward without relying on how I feel.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Comparing yourself to other creators can quietly slow your progress without you even realizing it.

In this episode, I share what shifted for me, what helped me stop looking sideways, and how that change impacted the way I show up and grow.

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

There was a time where I felt like I needed to move faster, do more, and figure everything out as quickly as possible.

In this episode, I share what shifted and why slowing down has actually helped me grow in a more sustainable and clear way.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Not every deal is going to look perfect or make complete sense at the time.

In this episode, I share experiences with deals that felt confusing or unclear, and why they still played a role in growth, learning, and moving forward.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Building a course is not as simple as it looks from the outside.

In this episode, I share what the process has really looked like behind the scenes.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Raising your rates is not just about numbers, it is about mindset.

In this episode, I share what it took for me to raise my rates for the first time and the shift behind it.

If you want support as you create your own path, visit:

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

There is a shift that happens when this starts to feel real.

In this episode, I talk about what changes mentally and practically when UGC becomes something you are truly building.

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.

Building this does not always mean doing everything alone.

In this episode, I share how I involved my daughter in the process and what that looks like day to day.

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Click the Community tab to join my free UGC Creator Community.