Reel it in!

Sponsor ????

Storyblocks is a video production platform that reimagines stock media to support rapid video creation with a truly unlimited model and easy-to-use tools that help you scale production to exceed your business goals.

Take back creative control with Storyblocks.

Happy Monday (or Lundi Gras for my southern celebrators)!

I’m not even gonna hold you, there’s so much good stuff in this week’s edition. But before you jump in, a lovely word (lil’ late V-day reference, my b) from author and activist bell hooks,”Living simply makes loving simple.” This is your reminder to chill and spread sweet vibes. Simple as that.

Reel it in!

Instagram is finally replying to their DMs and working to restore the balance of the algorithm for a better photo-to-video ratio. Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, admits that the app put too much emphasis on videos and Reels in 2022 and is making internal changes to harmonize feeds for users who still enjoy seeing photos.

Podcast News ??

Podcast changes with google Google removed the Google Podcasts tool from their search engine and instead is directing users to podcast websites pulled from high-ranking pages on the web. Brush up on those SEO strategies to boost podcast pages, blogs, and even directory listings!

Ready to start your journey creating content? @Lloydnotgeorge has a LinkedIn Learning podcast series that may be just what you need! Use the free 7-day trial to get insights on podcast planning, pre and post-production, and distribution all in less than 19 mins.

(PS. over 2,500 people have taken this course in the last 17 days).

Don’t just create content, get a brand strategy. I interviewed my TikTok friend Jada West. Not only has she accumulated over 46k followers on TikTok she really gave me a lot of advice on how I can grow as a creator. Listen here.

YouTube ??

Go Live Together on the Youtube App I’m ready to see some grassroots VERSZUZ battles with this new collab feature on Youtube’s mobile app! Creators with 50+ subscribers can invite anyone to be a guest on their livestream.

New Youtube CEO Youtube CEO Susan Wojcicki is stepping down and will be replaced by SVP Neal Mohan. This could indicate some new policy directions and changes on the horizon.

TikTok ??

TikTok creator @bloomieforcreators brings to attention a dangerous clause that could sneak its way into your next influencer contract. An Indemnification clause can hold you liable to indemnify the brand if they are sued for product liability. Please, watch your back outchea.

Event ??

A Conversation with Black Creators Pull Up! Patreon is hosting a free virtual event on Wednesday, Feb 22 at 1pm ET.

Creator Highlight ??

Honestly stoked to share this amazing woman, Angela Davis (lol, not that one). She’s a private chef, mother, and duck fat enthusiast. Seriously, she’s done things with ducks that I could only dream of.

Newsletter of the week ??

One of my favorite newsletters this week has been Founder! It literally takes one minute to read. If you enjoy founder stories and love entrepreneurship this newsletter is for you.

Written by Kori Doran | Edited by Ashley George