Turning Social Media Into a Side Hustle

Attention Nurseprenuers: We’re talking about how we have turned Instagram into a side hustle! Regardless of what you are wanting to build community around, Nursing related or otherwise, Instagram is such a good way to reach people that will resonate with YOU. In this episode, we share how we started growing a following on Instagram and how that has translated into multiple side hustles. As nurses who love their full-time careers, having side hustles and creating content on Instagram have been amazing ways to connect with like-minded people, have a creative outlet, and create other streams of income! Tune in to hear our stories of organically growing community by sharing our journeys, and tactical ways you can grow a side hustle on Instagram yourself!   02:15 When did you start sharing more of your nursing journey on Instagram? 04:40 What does it really look like creating content for Instagram? 06:00 Was your intention of creating your nursing page to become an influencer? 08:00 Pro’s and Con’s of building a community and following! 10:15 What are ways to stand out and grow a following? 13:30 What about the algorithm? Are static posts or stories better? 15:15 How do you plan the content you want to share? 17:00 Do you need to have a specific camera or professional photos? 20:15 What apps do you use to edit your photos? 24:30 Do you reach out to brands to collaborate?  26:30 What is a Media Kit? What do you include in it? 29:15 How important is follower count vs engagement? 31:00 Do this to see post analytics! 32:40 How important is it to have a niche vs sharing your daily life? 35:00 What are the side hustles you have grown?  36:00 When is the best time to start a side hustle?   …………………………..   Connect with us on Instagram: @lifeinscrubspodcast https://www.instagram.com/lifeinscrubspodcast/?hl=en   Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too! @thenursekristen  https://www.instagram.com/thenursekristen/?hl=en @nurse.maddi   https://www.instagram.com/nurse.maddi/?hl=en

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Welcome to Life In Scrubs Podcast – a podcast hosted by nurses, for nurses! Our podcast is mainly geared toward nursing students and new graduate nurses, however, we hope all healthcare professionals can find our information helpful. Our goal is to inspire, educate, and empower future and current nurses as they navigate the world of nursing. Join us weekly as we share our insights and experiences, answer common nursing questions, and dive into all things related to life in scrubs!