UGC Podcast: How to Make Money as a Content Creator

Stop Selling "1 UGC Video" (The Add-Ons Brands Actually Pay For)

When a brand asks "what's your rate for one UGC video?" that's not a $200 question. That's an opportunity. In this episode, Tami and Becca break down every legitimate UG

How to Build a UGC Portfolio in 2026 (The Updated Guide)

We did an episode on building a UGC portfolio from scratch. It was one of our most listened to episodes ever. But things have changed. The bar has gotten higher. Brands

You're Ready. You're Just Scared. | The Real Reason You Haven't Launched Your UGC Business

You have the videos. You have the knowledge. You've been consuming content for weeks, maybe months. So why haven't you launched yet? In this episode, Tami and Becca get

10 UGC Questions Beginners Always Ask (Rapid-Fire Answers)

You have questions about UGC. We have answers. In 15 minutes. This is our rapid-fire FAQ episode covering the questions we get asked constantly from beginners, side hust

How to Batch Film for Multiple Brands (Without Taking Over Your Life)

When you hear Tami makes $20K+ months as a UGC creator, the question everyone has is: how many hours is that? Are you filming constantly? Is your entire house a film set?

Fiverr for UGC Creators: The Real $300K Numbers (What We Left Out Last Time)

Making $300K on Fiverr sounds like the only way when you are . It's not, and we didn't realize how big that piece was until after the episode went live. In this episode,

How to Go Full-Time With UGC: From Corporate Job to $257 to $25K+ months (With Nate Flake)

How to Turn UGC Into Full-Time Income: The Real Timeline & Numbers Can you actually go from a comfortable corporate job to full-time UGC creator? Our first guest, Nate

When Should You Go Full-Time With UGC? (Real Timeline & Income Numbers)

Everyone talks about making money with UGC. Nobody talks about what it actually looks like to go from "making a little on the side" to "this is my actual income." The re

Flat Rate vs. Commission vs. Canvas UGC: Which Model Should You Say Yes To?

"Canvas UGC" is everywhere on UGC TikTok right now. So is "Tech UGC." And half the people using those terms don't even know they're describing completely different jobs.

What Brands Actually Want From UGC Creators (And What's Killing Your Chances)

You're pitching brands. You're filming content. You're following the advice you've heard. But nobody's saying yes. Here's why: you might not know what brands are actual

From DoorDash to $20K Months: Tami's Real UGC Story (No Luck, Just Consistency)

This is Tami's origin story. The one she doesn't always like to look back on. The one where everything changed. Three years ago, Tami was DoorDashing. No followers. No c

Cold Pitching Reality Check: Why Contracts Matter More Than Volume (And What Actually Works)

You've been cold pitching for months. Your inbox is full of rejections. You're wondering if you're doing it wrong. Maybe the problem isn't you.. maybe the strategy is br

The 5 Videos You Need to Film First for Your UGC Portfolio (No Overthinking Required)

You want to start UGC but you're stuck. "What do I actually film? How many videos do I need? What if they're not perfect?" Stop. You don't need 50 videos. You need five

Creator Confessions: The Brand Nightmare Stories Every UGC Creator Needs to Hear

If you've ever had a brand experience go sideways, you're not alone. In this episode, Tami and Becca are reading real Reddit posts from UGC creators sharing their worst

Creator Truths: The Advice That Actually Matters (What We Wish We'd Known)

If you've been waiting for permission to do this your own way.. this is it. Tami and Becca are getting real about the advice they wish they'd gotten when they started. N

AI Is Not Taking Your UGC Job. Here's the Truth (What Brands Are Actually Buying)

The fear is real. But the story everyone is telling about AI replacing creators? That's not what's actually happening. In this episode, Tami & Becca breaks down what AI

How to Find Brand Deals Without Waiting to Be Discovered (The Complete Platform Guide)

Stop waiting for brands to find you. Here's exactly where to look instead. In this episode, Tami & Becca walks you through every major platform built to connect UGC crea

How to Negotiate with Brands & Charge What You're Worth (Real Scripts You Can Use)

Most creators undercharge.. not because they don't know their worth, but because they're scared to ask for it. In this episode, Becca and Tami give you the exact psychol

From $0 to $10K+ Months: The Real UGC Income Progression (Real Numbers & Timeline)

You want to know: Is it actually possible to make real money with UGC? The honest answer is yes. And in this episode, we break down the REAL timeline and REAL numbers.

How to Price Yourself as a UGC Creator: What to Charge Your First Year + When to Raise Rates

Pricing is the #1 question we get and most creators are leaving thousands on the table. In this episode, Tami and Becca break down exactly how much to charge, when to ra