The Ups & Downs of Social Media Influence

In this episode of the Hats Off podcast, join host Amanda Rae as she talks with her friend and talented photographer Leslie Cervantez. Leslie shares her personal journey navigating the world of social media, extending from her initial forays inspired by her daughter to building specialty content and adapting to the ever-changing social media landscape. 

Imparting lessons learned from her experiences with platforms like TikTok and Instagram, Leslie provides heartfelt advice for those navigating their own journey and dealing with criticisms and challenges along the way. Tune in to this humorous, candid and insightful discussion on the role of social media in personal and professional growth.

“I think the interesting thing about social media is people can go on social media and see who's authentic. People can see who's genuine, who's there to enjoy, who's there to have fun, who's there to really connect versus people who're there just for the ROI.” - Amanda Rae

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What You'll Learn:

02:32 The Impact of Social Media on Self-Discovery
04:23 The Challenges and Rewards of Being Authentic on Social Media
05:39 The Intersection of Health and Social Media
07:26 The Power of Persistence and Growth in Social Media
08:44 The Importance of Authenticity and Genuine Connections in Social Media
13:31 The Struggles and Triumphs of Being a Solopreneur
18:13 The Value of Trusting Your Gut and Enjoying the Journey
20:55 The Art of Giving and Receiving Critiques
23:23 The Power of Social Media and Personal Growth
24:00 The Concept of False Starts and Persistence
25:05 The Art of Balancing Multiple Social Media Accounts
28:03 Behind the Scenes: Organizing and Managing Content
29:39 The Challenge of Managing Multiple Social Media Accounts
36:28 Overcoming the Fear of Judgment and Embracing Authenticity

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