Manage episode 522440717 series 3700751
Ever wonder if you need a huge following or perfect video skills to actually make money as a creator?
Nate sits down with Megan (aka Meg the Creator), a working mom who went from small-town job hopper to full-time content creator without chasing viral fame or pretending to be an influencer.
Megan breaks down what she calls the "anti-influencer method," a practical approach to making real money through UGC, Amazon reviews, and TikTok Shop. She started with zero followers, zero portfolio, and zero fancy gear.
Chapters:
00:08:20 - Beginners Quick Wins
00:12:45 - Finding Products That Actually Make Money
00:16:58 - Building Confidence as a Creator
00:25:40 - How to Stand Out When Pitching
00:29:55 - The Power of Retainers
00:33:18 - Data Brands Actually Care About
00:36:42 - The Reality of TikTok Shop
00:39:58 - Evergreen Products That Never Stop Selling
00:43:10 - Turning UGC Into Long-Term Freelancing
What she did have was curiosity, consistency, and a willingness to figure it out as she went. Now she's built a thriving community where she helps everyday creators land their first paid gigs fast.
If you've ever felt stuck wondering where to start, how to get confident on camera, or what brands actually want from creators, this conversation clears it all up. Megan walks through the exact platforms she used to land quick wins, the tools that helped her scale, and why agencies aren't as intimidating as you think.
By the end, you'll see how getting started is simpler than you thought.
Listen and learn how everyday products, simple setups, and consistent reps can build real momentum in the creator space.
Connect with guest: https://megthecreator.com/
Download FREE GUIDE: 10 Steps to Becoming a UGC Creator from Scratch → https://nateflakecreates.myflodesk.com/10steps
MORE FROM NATE FLAKE
Nate’s UGC Fiverr Pro Course + Community — Black Friday - BF30 for 30% off. https://stan.store/nateflakeugc/p/master-ugc-on-fiverr
Valid until December 1st
Join UGC Creator Connect — March 14, Park City UT → https://ugccreatorconnectevent.com
Connect with Nate
Instagram: @nateflakecreates
YouTube: UGC 101 Podcast
Contact / Collabs
For guest pitches, partnerships, or sponsorship inquiries.
https://ugcbynate.com/
Chapters
1. Anti-Influencer Method: She Made $60K on TikTok Shop Without Going Viral with Meg the Creator | EP 30 (00:00:00)
2. Beginners Quick Wins (00:08:20)
3. Finding Products That Actually Make Mone (00:13:18)
4. Building Confidence as a Creator (00:17:31)
5. How to Stand Out When Pitching (00:26:13)
6. The Power of Retainers (00:30:28)
7. Data Brands Actually Care About (00:33:51)
8. The Reality of TikTok Shop (00:37:15)
9. Evergreen Products That Never Stop Selling (00:40:31)
10. Turning UGC Into Long-Term Freelancing (00:43:43)
30 episodes