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