How can you help your team members advance in their Creator Economy careers?

I work at a company that went through a dramatic growth transition. I manage team members that have creative, operational, and data and analytics roles. As a leader I try to do the following, which ultimately allows team members to succeed: 1) I solely own the failures 2) they own the successes of what they do. This allows team members to be more willing to take risks, which in turn pulls them out of their confort zones and allows them to grow. In addition, if they know they will be recognized for the wins they will strive for over performance.

To help team members advance in their Creator Economy careers, foster a culture of continuous learning by providing education, training, and networking opportunities. Encourage personal branding because people relate and resonate with those who hold gravity. Recognize and celebrate their achievements, provide necessary resources, and promote a healthy work-life balance. Stay informed about Creator Economy trends and incorporate discussions about their creative pursuits into performance reviews.

In my experience as a creator who also works at a creator economy company, I always make sure I do the following to help my team members advance in the space: - Ask about their creative vision for their role and share my own - Define how progress is made - Clearly outline goals both personally and professionally in the business - WHY do you love this space

I run a small creator economy business centered around an online membership community and book. I work with a team of 4 people: social media manager, customer success rep, video editor, and ops person. I definitely think I could do a better job of communicating the visiion more clearly and consistently. But something I tell each of them are the non-negotiable values of the business, so we're all aligned on that. I also always make it a point to share the thought process I go through while taking a decision, especially if it's different from how they would do it, so they know what to do next time.

To assist your team members in advancing their careers in the Creator Economy, foster an environment that encourages creativity collaboration,&skill development.Provide opportunities for continuous learning, such as workshops, webinars, or access to relevant courses. Support them in building a personal brand by showcasing their work within the organization and externally. Foster a culture of experimentation, allowing them to explore new content formats or platforms. Encourage networking within the Creator Economy community and offer mentorship programs. Recognize and reward their achievements, reinforcing a sense of accomplishment. Lastly, stay attuned to industry trends to guide them in staying relevant and adaptable in this dynamic space.

Giving feedback and recognition is VERY important. We need to do both, not just point out mistakes but also praise good work. This can be easy to overlook, so we must make time for it. Quick feedback helps people learn. Don't wait a week; tell them right away so they can improve. Also, explain how you would do things differently and why. Share your thought process with them. Remember these three points when giving feedback and recognition will make a difference in others' lives.

It is important that team members get feedback that is: - timely (once a week, bi-weekly) - specific - tied to timelines KPIs or goals - bi-directional I once had a boss that told me if the first time he is telling us about something we aren’t doing right is in our annual review that is a huge fail on his part. This is by far the hardest things for managers to do because 1) requires active involvement in what your team is doing 2) makes you face conflict if there are difficult conversations that need to be had

Feedback always matters. Constructive feedback after analysing the SSI (Social Selling Index) can bridge the gap by going through the weak corners of the Creator. Recognition also does matter, as if it motivates the creator himself to do things out of the box without making chaos. ??

Collaboration is a huge factor in helping other team members succeed in my experience working in creator economy roles. This is because the space is meant for collaboration, and everyone's perspectives contribute to the greater whole. Making sure you are actively collaborating when you can is essential.

The collaboration and learning is key. The creator economy is often times very lonely and can feel isolating. The best way to overcome that is to create a team like atmosphere where there is idea sharing, support, and positivity.

In my experience being in the creator economy for over 7 years, celebrating team members and supporting them is so important. Making sure you are a cheerleader to your peers and coworkers will help them improve and also feel like they are getting positive reinforcement. Make sure you are uplifting everyone you come across, you never know what it will mean to them!

To help my team members advance in the space, I simply offer them opportunities! What's that old saying..."You can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink." I say here's this opportunity, do you want to be a part of it? If they decline, I KEEP GIVING THEM. It's about consistently showing up. However, if they KEEP declining, at some point you have to revert your energy elsewhere... but they can never say I wasn't helpful. Another thing I like to do is offer resources. I am great at networking and opening up resources through conversation, research and education. Sharing resources makes us all better and all thrive. Whatever is in my toolkit, I want it in yours also!

A creator once asked me, "Can you share your editor's number? I want him to edit my videos as well." I could have very well refused or made an excuse since the creator was in the same industry, but I happily shared his contact, and here's why: ?? My editor's advancement in his career is more important than my insecurity or competition. ?? His success will help build more trust between us. Understanding is the key among team members. ?? If he ends up working with more creators you recommend him to or who ask for his services, he is a KEEPER, nurture him further so that he can venture out into his own agency/business.

In the past, I have been offered many opportunities and resources from my team members and managers. I always make sure to do this to anyone I work with. Whenever you see an opportunity for further learning, events, or resources, make sure to immediately send that to someone who you think will need it. This is great because it shows you are watching out for them but also they may send some opportunities or resources to you that could assist as well.

Beyond sharing your vision, offering feedback, promoting collaboration, delegating and empowering, celebrating achievements, and providing resources, consider cultivating adaptability. Encourage continuous learning, involve them in strategic decisions, and foster a supportive culture that embraces experimentation. Prioritize work-life balance and mental well-being, recognizing their pivotal role in sustained creativity. By addressing these aspects, you not only propel your team forward in the Creator Economy but also fortify their resilience in the face of evolving challenges.