In this engaging conversation, Kaila O'Connor interviews Mia, a commerce editor at the Daily Beast, exploring her personal life, career journey, and insights into the evolving landscape of journalism. Mia shares her passion for thrifting and vintage shopping, her experiences navigating the challenges of Google algorithms and AI in journalism, and her thoughts on personal growth and energy healing. The discussion highlights the intersection of personal interests and professional responsibilities, providing a holistic view of Mia's life and work. In this conversation, Kaila O'Connor discusses the importance of immersive brand experiences in creating authentic content, the challenges of maintaining work-life balance while working from home, and her unique approach to beauty and wellness writing. She also shares insights on navigating affiliate marketing and expresses excitement about her upcoming podcast, highlighting the value of meaningful conversations.

Takeaways

• Mia identifies herself as a commerce editor at the Daily Beast.
• She has a passion for thrifting and vintage shopping, often visiting Goodwill bins.
• Mia has eight animals, showcasing her love for pets.
• She emphasizes the importance of personal identity beyond career roles.
• Mia's career journey includes working in fast fashion and transitioning to media.
• She discusses the challenges of SEO and Google algorithms in journalism.
• Mia finds joy in analytics and reporting, enhancing her editorial work.
• The conversation touches on the impact of AI on journalism and content creation.
• Mia expresses interest in energy healing and personal growth.
• She believes in the power of community and collaboration in her work. Immersive brand experiences enhance the authenticity of content.
• Traveling for brand events can lead to richer storytelling.
• Setting boundaries is crucial for avoiding burnout while working from home.
• A morning routine can help create a mental separation from work.
• Writing about unconventional topics can resonate with readers.
• Affiliate marketing can be challenging but is essential for monetization.
• Building relationships with brands can lead to better commission rates.
• Podcasting offers a platform for sharing valuable conversations.
• Authenticity in writing fosters a deeper connection with the audience.
• Self-care practices contribute to overall productivity and creativity.

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In this conversation, Kaila O'Connor and Sonia Elyss explore the intertwining of personal and professional journeys, touching on themes of reinvention, loss, and the evolution of content creation. Sonia shares her experiences of navigating significant life changes, including her entrepreneurial journey, motherhood, and the impact of grief on her work and creativity. The discussion emphasizes the importance of authenticity, creativity, and the courage to share one's story while addressing content creators' challenges in today's digital landscape. Kaila and Sonia explore themes of manifestation, community building, resilience, and authenticity in content creation. They discuss the importance of creating supportive environments for creators, especially mothers, and share insights on navigating the beauty industry with innovative products. The conversation highlights the joy in everyday moments and the significance of being true to oneself online.

Takeaways

• Sonia's entrepreneurial journey is deeply intertwined with her personal life.
• Authenticity in content creation is more valuable than perfection.
• Creating and not posting is the only real mistake in content creation.
• Sonia's experiences with loss have shaped her perspective on life and work.
• Moms can find balance in content creation.
• Innovative beauty products can simplify routines.
• Community support is vital for creators' mental health.
• It's okay to prioritize personal life over content creation.

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• Listen to Kaila’s episode on Sonia’s Brand Meet Creator podcast discuss how-to show up as a better creator using Human Design: open.spotify.com/episode/41zNofaut6OndV9KJSyJuy
• Follow Lip Service on IG: instagram.com/lipserviceworld/
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• Follow Sonia on Tiktok: tiktok.com/@sonia.elyss

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In this conversation, Gabriela Lopez, an actress and director, discusses her background growing up in Alabama and her move to Los Angeles to pursue acting. She shares her experiences on set and the challenges she faced as a self-projected projector. The conversation also delves into Gabriela's current project, a short film that combines her personal traumas with surrealism. The discussion highlights the importance of self-expression and the need to meet one's own needs in the creative process. In this conversation, Kaila and Gabriela discuss the power of metaphor and surrealism in art. They explore how metaphor can be deeply personal yet relatable to others, and how surrealistic elements in films and TV shows can evoke different emotions and interpretations. They also touch on the importance of staying true to one's artistic vision and not compromising for others' opinions. Gabriela shares her favorite filmmaker, Jodorowsky, and his influence on her work. They discuss the process of making Gabriela's film and her goals for its release and festival screenings.

Takeaways

• Gabriela is currently working on a short film that combines her personal traumas with surrealism.
• The conversation emphasizes the significance of self-expression and the need to honor one's own creative process. Metaphor can be deeply personal yet relatable to others, serving both the artist's ego and the collective experience.
• Surrealistic elements in films and TV shows can evoke different emotions and interpretations, adding depth and complexity to the storytelling.
• It is important for artists to stay true to their artistic vision and not compromise for the sake of others' opinions.
• The process of making a film involves collaboration with talented artists and the celebration of their collective achievements.
• Setting specific goals and manifesting them can lead to success and fulfillment in one's artistic journey.

Get In Gabriela’s World <3

• Follow Gabriela on Instagram: instagram.com/gabrielajlopez/?hl=en
• Support Gabriela’s Independent Film “Sovereign” via her GoFundMe Campaign: gofundme.com/f/fund-gabriela-lopezs-visionary-film-sovereign
• View Gabriela’s past roles and projects as an actor: imdb.com/name/nm4388400/

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