INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP043 - Carolyn, a 72 year-old female model who's been gracing the runway for decades joins this episode to share her journey and give thoughtful advice to anyone joining the industry. - Carolyn has done all kinds of amazing shows, including organizing her own African-America "model squad" long before the main stream got a hold of the idea, walking in a cruise-ship fashion show, an Oscar's show, and working with countless designers and brands along the way. - Carolyn attributes her faith as a large part of her success in the industry and always remembers to give God the glory for all he's done. - Join me in thanking Carolyn by giving her a follow on Instagram! You'll find links to her other socials there! IG: https://www.instagram.com/carolyn.m.phillips.5/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/carolyn.phillips.75873 - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today! 👉 ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠⁠ - Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!-As always, please Like Share & Share with a friend if you enjoy these episodes!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP042 - Mistry joins me from Pueblo, Colorado where she works as a burlesque performer, show producer, and spent 35 years working as a model. - Misty, also known as Lolita Shadows on stage, is also a mom of two children and shares her journey in navigating those discussions by working in an unconventional profession. - Misty's story inspires as she continues to make waves and find new places to perform to collaborate and mentor others through her burlesque dancing coaching program. - Lots of stories, insights, and wisdom shared throughout this episode. Hearing Misty's story certainly is one podcast not to miss! - Join me in thanking Misty by giving her a follow on Instagram! You'll find links to her other socials there! IG: https://www.instagram.com/shadowslolita/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/SLolita70 - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 ⁠⁠- Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! - As always, please Like Share & Share with a friend if you enjoy these episodes!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP041 Lois joins us from Saskatoon where she took up modelling after having a 9-5 career. Being a photographer, artistry was in her nature and therefore moving into the modelling space was an easy transition. - Lois is a big proponent of just taking action and making things happen. She shares many tips regarding modelling and how to make things happen regardless of where we're from. - If you're from or travel to Saskatchewan, Lois has her own photos and cards in local shops across the province. So, look out for her work and support her where you can! - Join me in thanking Lois by giving her a follow on social media! IG: https://www.instagram.com/fabulois.05/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠⁠ - Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! - As always, please Like Share & Share with a friend if you enjoy these episodes!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP040 // Nigel Gascon From Calgary, AB, Nigel joins the podcast to share his journey from being scouted on the Calgary C-train when he was only 15 to making his modeling career a real success!. He's had the opportunity to walk runway, complete multiple shoots and will be headed to Chicago to share his vocal talents in July 2024. - Nigel is a great example of someone who continues to pursue dreams and reach the goals he sets. In his mid-thirties he works to provide new value in the entertainment space as he fulfills his day job in the health care field. - Nigel shares of the great inspiration his mom has been and she's supported him throughout his journey. That has given him the confidence to continue on! - Join me in thanking Nigel for his time in sharing an inspiring story and making this podcast episode full of truths, inspiration, and great examples of how to approach life. - Check out and follow him Instagram to say thanks!!! https://www.instagram.com/nigelcarbonell/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠⁠ - Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP039 // Carla Kovac - From Calgary, AB Carla joins us to share her journey in overcoming anxiety and building confidence by becoming an actor and acting coach. She explains much of her past trauma experiences have built her into a stronger person giving her a greater purpose in being the hope that others see and are inspired bu. -Carla is a great example to watch as someone who is on the path to success. Every day she is building the experience, connections, and knowledge she needs to have a very successful career in the in the entertainment world. -In her down time she loves finding the best places to eat, snowboarding, and walking her dog(s)😁.-Join me in thanking her for her time and expertise in making this podcast episode full of fun, learning, and inspiration! -Check out and follow her Instagram to say thanks!!! ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/carla.r.kovacs/ Also check out her classes at the Universal Talent Film School in Calgary. -https://www.instagram.com/universaltalentfilmschool/ or on the website: https://utfs.ca/ -MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠⁠ - Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP038 // Debbie Diablo - From Orlando Florida, Debbie Diablo joins us to share her journey of walking into her first burlesque show to becoming a top-performer! - It's not an easy path to embark on as croaked show producers, competition, and production preparation are a huge obstacles that require deep dedication and optimism to overcome. Not to mention the negative feedback that others give when breaking the mold! - Debbie has an infectious smile and real desire to have others see her as her authentic self as she shares in vulnerability as a performer, model, and now podcast guest. - We thank her for sharing her story and being apart of a great movement of creators across the globe! - Check out and follow her Instagram to say thanks!!! ⁠   / thedebbiediablo   - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠⁠ - Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP037 - Destiny Fomekung. After moving to Calgary, Alberta, Canada Destiny found high-school to be a major change. Racism and cyberbullying forced him to turn his focus onto higher pursuits, including acting, singing, dancing, and now modeling. - Since graduating he has taken a gap-year to develop his creative endeavors and see how far he can go. We're very excited to catch up with him to discuss his journey and how a very horrific situation has turned around for the better! - We look forward to seeing Destiny expand his influence and land some international gigs in the coming year! Take some time to check out his Instagram to say thanks for sharing and being the light in the darkness! ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/destiny.fomekung/⁠ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠⁠⁠ - Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠⁠⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP036 - Hannah Parkhouse. From Vancouver, British Columbia Hannah's joins the podcast to share her journey into modeling and how she's used it to show others how they can overcome insecurities by being more confident. - Hannah is a recent graduate and looking to find her path in the career world, send her a DM if you need any help in post-secondary education organization, she's got you covered! Would love to get into academic advising. - Hannah claims she's a part-time model, but only starting 3 years ago, it's very apparent she's taken it on with full-force and set out to become the best, learning all aspects of what it takes to become a successful in the industry. We're incredibly grateful to have her share her experience as she provides a ton of insights on how to get started modeling. Check out and follow her Instagram to say thanks!!! https://www.instagram.com/hannah_parkhouse/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠ - Also please JOIN our group on Facebook here 👉 ⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP035 - Brandy Scibelli - On this episode, Brandy joins me to share her journey of beating the odds coming from a less fortunate background and becoming a model in Richmond Virginia. She always had natural height, loves meeting people, and taking great photos so modeling was a natural fit for her. - Brandy's built a stunning portfolio full of fashion, commercial, and influencer work. She's also a student studying to be in the medical field, building a model coaching practice, and learning how to program apps in between! - Brandy shares how going through therapy has helped her become more confident and fight the inner battles that so many face. She's a great advocate for positive mental health and an example to be followed! - Go give her a follow on IG, and reach out to her if you're interested in developing as a model yourself. https://www.instagram.com/b_scibelli - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 - Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP034 - Celina Epp On this episode, Celina joins me from small town, Duck Lake, Saskatchewan! Celina is a model, intimacy coach, and mom! - She shares some real truth in life, fashion, and relationships! Her thoughtfulness and in experience in dealing with couples challenges with intimacy is a a real gift and something that anyone in a relationship will benefit from! - Celina is a "men's advocate", a real rare quality in the current state of the world, and brings new awareness to men's mental health and helping them find their masculine role. - It was such a great opportunity to talk, share, and discuss some of these intense issues of life. - If you're interested learning more about Celina, or talking in some of her coaching programs, check out (& follow) her Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/iamcelinaepp/ - - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 ⁠https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3⁠ - Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 ⁠http://bit.ly/3TWqTni⁠ - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! - Listen on your favorite podcast platform https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/benq7

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP0033 - Ashley Belanger On this episode, Ashley joins me from Calgary Alberta where she is currently a women's fitness coach, graphic designer, cheerleader, mom, and mentor to so many. Ashley has done the pageant scene, worked many photographers on building her portfolio and has worked hard to beat the many odds against here. - She shares insights on how to get started as a model, what to watch out for, and how overcoming the challenges leads to a much better story ending. - We appreciate all she's shared and recommend you go follow her to say thanks and stay motivated! - If you're in the Calgary area and looking for a new fitness coach, send her a message! - https://www.instagram.com/hiitfitab2023/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP032 - Gabriella Lester On this episode, Gabriella joins me from her home in Vancouver British Columbia. But don't be fooled, the grass does not grow under her feet as she often jets off to destinations like, L.A., New York, and over the pond in Europe taking her straight-jacket act to the big stage. - She is a travelling magician who fell in love with the industry at a young age and has performed around the globe including being on hit-tv shows like Penn and Teller's Fool Us in Las Vegas. - When she's not travelling you'll find her in the garage or on her motocross bike enjoying the freedom and adrenaline rush of high-speed. - Gabriella has an enchanting personality and it's little wonder she's got the talent for it all, magician, model, rider, and entrepreneur. Even though her talents are many, she expresses great wisdom and gives quick credit to her parents for allowing herself to grow into her ambitions.We had a great chat before she was jetting off. I look forward to catching up again soon! - Thanks Gabriella! Go give her a follow on IG, and do as the lady asks, let her know if modeling is going to be a secondary career. https://www.instagram.com/thegabriellalester/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP031 Nabil Royez is naturally a very sensitive as he shares in this episode. But he gained huge confidence by becoming a model! - He attributes this confidence gain to the many mentors in his life who've supported and coached him. Because of what people have poured into him, he's using his influencer to encourage others in their own mental health journey's. - Nabil's a model, a student, a business man and has an incredible story of getting into the modeling world at home in India but quickly made a huge splash as he landed in Canada and got scouted by agencies right away. Great story shared by a great advocate for personal growth. - We look forward to seeing Nabil's success continue! - Give him a follow on Instagram to say "thanks!" https://www.instagram.com/nabilrofficial/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP030 - Dr. Loretta Breuning On this episode we learn about the power of our brains and how we can use it to control our emotions, positive or negative. Dr. Loretta brings her extensive research and shares how to find the balance in being confident in ourselves but also how to deal with the realization that we must co-exist with others in the world. Dr. Loretta is the founder of the Inner Mammal Institute which shares research on the parallels of other mammals behavior and how as humans, we can better understand ourselves and have a "happy brain". Say thanks to Dr. Loretta but going to her website and checking out her books and FREE resources as a way to develop happy brain habits. https://innermammalinstitute.org/ MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 Also JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni Filled with opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community!

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP 029 - Jessica Reed - Jessica joins us from Tacoma, Washington to share her journey of losing her job during cov|d and facing homelessness due to her situation. Through this scary time she went to work on herself, experienced incredible weight loss and improved her mental health by working on her thought life.She's a fitness coach, entrepreneur, and model and has a whole future of exciting plans ahead.We thank Jessica for joining this episode to share her story and look forward to seeing her accomplish many things in the future. - Say 'Thanks' to Jessica by following her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessica_l_reed/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 - Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! - Want the audio version?! - Listen on all your favorite PODCAST apps! 👉 https://anchor.fm/benq7

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP028 - Sarah B - Sarah joins us from Melbourne, Australia! She a model part-time and loves the creative outlet and having a way to express herself outside of the busy career in the medical science world. Strange thing is, Sarah was told she was 'too pretty' to be a scientist at an earlier stage in her career and that didn't slow her down, it inspired her to push harder to live a life of purpose and fulfillment in every area. - She has a keen-sense of the current events going on around the globe and is a lot of fun to hang out with! So, enjoy this episode then...Then Go Give Sarah a follow on Instagram. - https://www.instagram.com/iamsarahhhb - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today!👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 - Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! - Listen on all your favorite PODCAST apps! 👉 https://anchor.fm/benq7

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP027 - Celeste Tremblay shares her story of coming from small-town Saskatchewan and making the big to Toronto to pursue modelling after a 20 year career in the army. - Celeste has a unique tenacity that has really helped her build her career in the fashion industry. From model coaching to walking runways there are so many stories and insights that Celeste shares. - Be sure to catch all the fun in this episode. - Make sure to give Celeste a follow on Instagram to say 'thanks' for sharing! https://www.instagram.com/celeste_danielle_/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today! 👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 - Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! - /Ben - Want the audio version?! - Listen on all your favorite PODCAST apps! 👉 https://anchor.fm/benq7

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP26 - Isabelle Bethany Isabelle is a Calgary local who has pursued a career in modeling after her mom encourage her to starting shoot when she was young. Largely Isabelle's experiences have been great and she's been able to accomplish some great goals and create some great work in her career. But that doesn't mean there hasn't be challenging moments in the past. Listen to this episode to gain a whole lot of insight into the modeling world, what to watch out for, where to start, and how to increase your reach on social media! Then Go Give Isabelle a follow on Instagram @isabelle_bethany MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today! 👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! /Ben Want the audio version?! Listen on all your favorite PODCAST apps! 👉 https://anchor.fm/benq7

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP25 - Wendy Lynn When a High school teacher gets fired after becoming a model, she finds herself and continues to teach others. This time by assisting in body dysmorphia and trauma coaching. Wendy Lynn is your all around success story as she become a hugely successful bikini model almost overnight by going viral on Instagram. She used those achievements to build a coaching program where she helps other women beat the battles she faced for many years of her life. She talks, modeling, mom life, loving while releasing, and the best ways to get in shape and stay fit naturally. Please go and give Wendy a follow on her Instagram to say "thanks" for sharing on this episode! https://www.instagram.com/wendylynnmy... -------- MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today! 👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! /Ben Want the audio version?! Listen on all your favorite PODCAST apps! 👉 https://anchor.fm/benq7

INFLUENCER INSIGHTS EP024 - Shina gained her first experience as a model after being scouted in West Edmonton Mall. This opened the door to big opportunities early on to work with large brands like H&M and Simons department stores. She has an affectious personality, driven ambition, and a heart for those around her. - Listen to this interview as she shares not only insiders secrets to becoming a model, but how to become a successful content creator in the growing digital world. - All this success hasn't come without it's own struggles as Shina shares the battles she's faced with depression and how she's been able to overcome. - Incredible journey and we are so looking forward to seeing her continue to develop in her influence as she pursues greater and greater opportunities. - Shina's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shinakasongo/ - MODELS: If you want to FastTrack your way to getting published, grab this Publication Tracker sheet that includes 100+ magazines ready to take your submission! Yours free to download as a thanks for hanging out today! 👉 https://bit.ly/3nXY3t3 - Models, photographers, influencers please JOIN our group on Facebook here! 👉 http://bit.ly/3TWqTni - Opportunities for networking, growth, podcast interviews, mental health support and more are available only for the cost of joining the community! - /Ben