Kristen Bousquet

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Creator Monetization Coach at Your Soulcialmate 📱 Host of “Soulcial Scoop Podcast”🎙Helping entrepreneurial creators become profitable biz owners 📊IG: @kbousq

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Why Creators Are Saying “No” To Perpetual Usage Rights

1 week ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

Perpetual usage rights have become one of the most polarizing clauses in modern brand-creator contracts. For many content creators, these clauses spark immediate hesitation, even when attached to “dream brand” partnerships. At a time when creators are being more intentional about how their work and likeness are used, perpetual usage is often a hard “no” for many. But brands, especially those managing long-term campaigns and large creative investments, continue to push for these rights.
7 Monthly Subscriptions That Help Creators Save Time And Earn More

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

For most creators, time is your most valuable currency. Since many influencers also work full-time, they’re left to manage an entire second business during their nights and weekends. Between managing invoices, reading contracts, creating content, negotiating with brands, and running a business, there’s rarely enough time to go around. Thankfully, with the expansion of the creator economy, more subscription-based services are popping up to help make running a creator business that much simpler.
How To Become A Product Tester (And Make Money Doing It)

3 weeks ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

If you’re wondering how to become a product tester or reviewer and make money online, you are not alone. Thousands of people every month search for ways to get paid to review products and explore opportunities to get paid testing products. For creators, side hustlers and everyday consumers, becoming a product tester can be a flexible way to score free items, earn cash or land gift cards in exchange for honest feedback.
6 Must-Read Books For Creators In Celebration Of Indie Bookstore Day

1 month ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

Creators today aren’t just making content. They’re building businesses. As the creator economy evolves, more creators are stepping into entrepreneurial roles, creating their own digital products, courses, memberships, and services to build sustainable income streams. In honor of Indie Bookstore Day on April 26, it's the perfect time to support independent bookstores and invest in your business knowledge.
Why Creators Are Making More Money Off Social Media Than On It

1 month ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

In 2025, the term “influencer” no longer tells the full story. According to Kajabi’s new State of Creator Commerce report, over half of content creators now identify as entrepreneurs. This is a shift that marks a new era in the creator economy.
How To Make Money From Surveys – 10 Paid Survey Sites

1 month ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

For those looking for an easy way to make money online in their spare time, taking surveys for money is one of the most accessible side hustles. Just about anyone with an internet connection can sign up for paid survey-taking websites to earn cash, gift cards or rewards by sharing their opinions. Thousands of users each day use their spare time during lunch breaks, while watching TV or during downtime, to take advantage of this low barrier to entry, flexible money-making option.
How Creators Are Pricing For Small Businesses Versus National Brands

2 months ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

When a creator sends over their rate card, one thing often gets left out of the conversation: the size of the brand. Most creators aren’t charging a multi-billion dollar company the same rate they’d quote a neighborhood coffee shop—and for good reason. While every creator deserves to be fairly paid for their time, effort, and expertise, many understand that not all brands are operating with the same level of resources.
How Five Marketers Would Pay The Same Content Creator

2 months ago | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

When it comes to influencer marketing, there’s no universal rate card. A brand might laugh off a creator’s rate, while another might approve it without hesitation, making it nearly impossible for creators to determine what they should charge. The lack of standardization leads to confusion on both sides, leaving brands to wonder whether they’re overpaying or underpaying and forcing creators to navigate a pricing landscape that feels like the Wild West.
How To Make Money From Podcasts - 7 Methods

Feb 4, 2025 | medium.com | Kristen Bousquet

Kristen Bousquet·Follow5 min read·--Starting a podcast can not only be an incredible way to build stronger connections with your audience, but it’s also a lucrative business opportunity. When considering starting a podcast, many wonder, “How do podcasters earn money?” Starting a podcast can not only be an incredible way to build stronger connections with your audience, but it’s also a lucrative business opportunity.
How To Make Money From Podcasts - 7 Methods

Jan 25, 2025 | forbes.com | Kristen Bousquet

When considering starting a podcast, many wonder, “How do podcasters earn money?” Starting a podcast can not only be an incredible way to build stronger connections with your audience, but it’s also a lucrative business opportunity. When figuring out how to make money from podcasts, you can consider everything from sponsorship to live events, no matter your experience level.