Today I’m doing something I’ve never done before: a group interview with three of my past students who are actively building real, sustainable UGC businesses.

We’re pulling back the curtain on what the UGC journey actually looks like — the wins, the dry spells, the imposter syndrome, the “is this even working?” moments… and the breakthroughs that happen when you don’t quit.

If you’re a content creator, aspiring UGC coach, or someone who wants to turn content creation into paid travel and consistent income, this episode is a must-listen.

✨ What We Cover in This Episode

• How Morgan, Haley, and Rachel actually got started with UGC (no overnight success stories here)
• What it feels like to land your first paid UGC deal — and what happens after
• Why inconsistent income is normal in UGC (and how to not spiral when it happens)
• The biggest mindset shifts that helped them keep going
• How pitching, negotiating, and confidence evolve over time
• Turning one-off UGC deals into long-term, repeat clients
• How to build a UGC business with 5–10 hours a week
• The truth about getting paid to travel through content creation
• What they’d tell themselves if they were just starting out again

This is a real conversation about building a UGC business brick by brick — not just highlight reels.

💸 Real Numbers, Real Growth

You’ll hear exactly:

• How much they’re making monthly with UGC
• Their biggest UGC deals so far
• How many hours they’re actually working
• Their income goals for the year (and why they’re 100% achievable)

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Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas

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Today is a mindset episode. I’m breaking down why pitching feels so scary for so many UGC creators, what your subconscious is doing behind the scenes, and how to finally move past the fear that’s keeping you stuck. If you’re a content creator, travel influencer, or aspiring UGC creator who wants to start pitching brands confidently, this one’s a must-listen.

In this episode, we get into:

• Why fear of pitching brands is completely normal as a UGC creator
• How imposter syndrome shows up when you start pitching
• The subconscious beliefs that make you doubt your worth and pricing
• Why rejection is actually part of the job (and how to build resilience fast)
• How your beliefs directly affect how often you pitch — and your results
• The mindset shift that helps you show up consistently, even when brands say no
• Why success in UGC isn’t about one “yes,” but about becoming resilient

This Perfect for you if you are:

• A UGC creator scared to start pitching brands
• A content creator struggling with imposter syndrome
• A travel influencer wanting to land paid UGC deals
• Anyone interested in becoming a UGC coach or building a sustainable UGC business

You got this!! <3

I'm offering a New Year listener-only discount on the UGC Accelerator Program to help you land paid brand deals faster.

✨ Save $250 on the UGC Accelerator
🗓 Promo ends January 31
💸 $250 off (pay-in-full option)
🏷 Code: NEWYEAR250

Enter the code NEWYEAR250 at checkout and $250 will be deducted from the total.

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For Talented A.F. Podcast Production:

Follow: @yourgirlmedia

Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com

Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach

3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator

Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas

FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

If getting paid to travel as a UGC creator has been sitting on your vision board but you don’t actually know what to do month by month… this episode is your roadmap.

Today I’m breaking down exactly what to focus on from now through the end of the year to become a full-time content creator — without burnout, overwhelm, or guessing what comes next.

In this super practical episode, I’m walking you through a month-by-month plan to scale your UGC business and start making consistent four figures a month. Whether you’re brand new to UGC or already dabbling, this is the structure I wish I had when I was starting out.

What We Cover in This Episode:

If you’ve ever wondered:

• How do I actually become a full-time content creator?
• When should I start pitching brands?
• How do people get paid to travel with UGC?

This episode answers all of that — step by step.

Resources Mentioned:

• 📁 50+ UGC Ad Study Folder
• 🎥 Editing apps: InShot & CapCut
• 💻 UGC platforms: Popfly, Cohley, Billo, Insense, Backstage, Vizi, Vidlo, Collabstr, Fiverr
• 📧 Bento (email pitching platform) use code: MADDY
• 🎙 Fiverr UGC episode with Nate Flake

I'm offering a New Year listener-only discount on the UGC Accelerator Program to help you land paid brand deals faster.

✨ Save $250 on the UGC Accelerator
🗓 Promo ends January 31
💸 $250 off (pay-in-full option)
🏷 Code: NEWYEAR250

Enter the code NEWYEAR250 at checkout and $250 will be deducted from the total.

APPLY HERE

For Talented A.F. Podcast Production:

Follow: @yourgirlmedia

Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com

Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach

3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator

Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas

FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library