There is alot going on this month but I think it's time I address DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion), but specifically in terms of the creator economy and how I think it will be impacted because of the recent rollback of DEI initiatives. #diversityandinclusion #contentcreators #diversityequityinclusion #blackcreators #poccreators #contentcreatoradvice
Timestamps
1:12 - How I became interested in business
3:01 - Rewind to a summer vlog about influencer brands
5:05 - How Black brands get to retail shelves
9:29 - How influencers & creators are involved
9:18 - The reality of being a business owner
10:30 - Consumer behavior in 2025
11:39 - Genz’s role in consumer behavior
13:38 - Where trends come from
15:16 - Who DEI directly impacts
15:58 - The power POC creators have in this economy
17:26 - My advice to new creators
19:44 - Overall take home message
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