[VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE] Ashley Ballard of @closetvomit started making fashion content when she was just 17. They've been tapped by brands like H&M, Doc Martens and Ray Ban and in an industry where so many creators can end up looking carbon copies of each other, Ashley really stands out from the crowd. In this episode, Ashley and I talk about the danger of "relatability" becoming a social media performance, how real fashion challenges gender norms, and how to decide when it's time to go full-time as an influencer. Ashley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/closetvomit/ Ashley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@closetvomit Ashley's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@closetvomit Sign up to take my free masterclass, How to Make It as a Travel Influencer Without Being Young, Hot or Rich: https://topflightfamily.mykajabi.com/2023-webinar-podcast Small Steps Big Moves is a podcast on the business of influence and content creation, hosted by Carmen Sognonvi. Every Thursday, we release a brand-new episode jam-packed with practical, real-world information that creators and influencers need to know. We tackle topics like how much to charge for brand deals, how to get an influencer manager, negotiation secrets every creator should know, money mistakes to avoid, tips and tricks of the industry and so much more. Plus, we'll be sitting down with some of our favorite creators to learn from them practical strategies you can apply in your own career.  Be sure to subscribe now and follow us on... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smallstepswithcarmen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@smallstepswithcarmen