HOW I GREW CONFIDENT TO START CONTENT CREATION🥰

Growing up in the world of social media and surrounded by influencers, i won’t lie im envious of them at times. I always wanted to adapt the “don’t care about others and post whatever” but i’m self conscious and scared that ppl will think i’m an influencer wannabe or try hard LOL. As such, i decided to try it out on lemon8 first! The reason why is because ; it’s not as big as Tiktok/IG (though it’s growing now!) , love the vibes of the community & not a lot of my acquaintances or friends use it; which equals to less judgement in my head 🥺🥺🥺

Oh and! I love designing and doing digital illustration! I already had procreate on my ipad so i decided to use it to advantage 🤍

Having lemon8 for almost over a year now, here’s some of the little wins that push me to continue coming up with content on this platform :)

Firstly; the campaign prizes! Unlike other platforms, Lemon8 occasionally announces campaigns that gives out super attractive prizes! I use that as my initial motivation to start posting, and sure enough, i won some sephora vouchers and classpass credits <3 Though small, it certainly gave me more motivation to continue posting:) Keep an active lookout for the on-going campaigns! When i ran out of content ideas, i fall back on the campaign to see what i can post!

Secondly, brand opportunities. I love how Lemon8 recognises small creators. I mean, before Lemon8, i don’t even do content creation elsewhere so i’m very thankful that despite the small amount of followers i have, i am still able to receive brand collaborations here and there. 🤍

Thirdly, mindset. After posting for a while, i realised i cared lesser about what people think, and the number of likes/saves on my post. I mean it still affects but not as much now. Last time whenever i see a particular post of mine not getting alot of likes or saves, i’ll delete them = hard work put in gone 🥺🥺 Hence, now i try to brush past those numbers! I also just post whatever i want even if it’s TMI sometimes HAHAHA

Lastly, by reading other people posts! I love lemon8 because creators here are so transparent with their challenges and encouragement. Through others, i realise i’m not the only one who is self-conscious or struggling at times 🤗 That made me feel better as i’m not alone and there are people who face the same problems as me!

Well there you go! Here are some of my #lemon8tips that helped me to continue posting on this platform / continue my content creation journey ✨ Feel free to pm for a chat or any other problems you’re encountering on the platform <3

#MyLemon8Diary #Lemon8Tips #risingchallenge #contentcreation

2023/9/11 Edited to

... Read moreStarting content creation can feel intimidating, especially when you're worried about judgment or feeling like an influencer wannabe. From my experience, a great way to ease into it is by choosing a platform like Lemon8, which offers a friendly environment with less pressure due to its growing yet smaller community compared to giants like TikTok or Instagram. Another great motivator is staying alert to campaigns and contests hosted on the platform. These campaigns can provide not only fun challenges to spark creativity but also tangible rewards such as gift cards or credits, which boost your enthusiasm to post regularly. When stuck for content ideas, participating in these campaigns can give you fresh inspiration. Brand partnerships are also an exciting aspect for new creators. Even with modest follower counts, Lemon8 recognizes and supports small creators by offering collaboration opportunities. These experiences not only enhance your portfolio but also build confidence. An important mindset shift I noticed over time was learning to care less about likes and saves. This mental adjustment allowed me to post more freely and authentically without the fear of judgment or the pressure to delete posts that didn’t perform well. It’s refreshing to express yourself fully, even sharing personal or relatable moments. Lastly, engaging with the community and reading others’ stories revealed I wasn’t alone in my struggles or hesitations. The openness of fellow creators provides encouragement and a sense of belonging that’s invaluable for anyone starting their content creation journey. If you're just beginning and feel hesitant, consider these tips: choose a welcoming platform, participate in campaigns, embrace small wins, focus on authentic self-expression, and connect with others. Remember, content creation is a journey of growth—one post at a time!

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