In this Best of Series, I'm thrilled to help you level up your monetization game. Today is all about spilling the secrets to pitching like a pro and securing those sought-after brand partnerships. I’ll also be debunking a big myth that suggests you need a massive following to land brand deals on platforms like Instagram. Spoiler alert: it's not all about the numbers game. I'll also share insights from over 4,000 successful cases that prove smaller followings can also cash in on brand collaborations, as well as the timing and strategies behind building strong relationships with brands. I'm on a mission to help you break down those self-imposed barriers and get you actively pursuing those game-changing brand collaborations. Get ready to absorb some invaluable insights and take your creator game to the next level! Trust me, this episode is a total game-changer. [APPLICATIONS OPEN] 🚀 Ready to take your brand to the next level? Applications are open for my 6-month Brand Mastery Mastermind starting in January 2024! If you're an experienced entrepreneur, content creator, or online coach who's crossed the 6-figure mark and is ready for 7-figure success, this opportunity is for you.  KEY POINTS: - Dispel the notion that a massive following is required for brand deals [01:55] - The value of relationship-building and personal connections when circling back with brands [07:38] - Why you should focus on problem-solving and your audience’s emotional needs [10:47 ] - Stop fixating on your growth limitations and start focusing on monetization opportunities [12:10] - Find joy in your work, embrace opportunities, even if it’s not well-paying [14:25] - Be consistent on your follow-ups, have patience, and don’t take rejection personally [17:10] QUOTABLES: "You do not need to have some massive follower number to land brand deals at all." -Julie Solomon "Keep up your relationship with people and then ask, even if they're going to say no. Ask, because you never know." -Julie Solomon "There's no scarcity when it comes to opportunities." -Julie Solomon "You don't need to be hooked up with the right people. You can do it wherever you are right now with what you have. All you need is an idea worth sharing a story to tell, or something informative, engaging, or helpful to share." -Julie Solomon RESOURCES:  [APPLICATIONS OPEN] 🚀 Ready to amplify your impact and profit? Join me in 2024 for the Brand Mastery Mastermind, a 6-month mastermind designed for experienced entrepreneurs, content creators, and online coaches aiming to elevate their brands to the pinnacle of success. Applications open in November for our 2024 cohort! - Get on the waitlist now. [FREE] Are you a content creator ready to take your brand collaborations to new heights? Grab the Brand Deal Playbook and unlock the secrets to securing paid partnerships with confidence. You'll gain free access to pitch templates, essential questions, and expert strategies that will propel your content creator journey to new heights, including immediate and lifetime access!  [FREE] Want the step-by-step roadmap to grow your following, monetize your content, and land paid brand deals? Click here to join my brand new free class! This is perfect for you if you want to turn your social media into a profitable & fun career… even if you’re starting from scratch! [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence.