Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast

Today I’m breaking down how to pitch yourself for holidays and seasonal campaigns — from Black Friday to Valentine’s Day — so you can land more UGC brand deals and grow your income doing what you love. This week we’re diving into how to tailor your UGC pitches for holidays and special seasons to stand out in brand inboxes. I’ll walk you through: ✨ How to tweak your general pitch for Q4, Black Friday, or Christmas campaigns  💌 What timeline to use when pitching for each season  ⚡️ A simple strategy to make your outreach more effective (and stress-free)  💸 How to use discounts and incentives to book more brand deals Plus, I’m sharing my go-to pitching tool — Bento [https://www.onbento.com/]— that helps me send 50+ personalized pitches in an hour! (Use code MADDY for 10% off your subscription 💌) Whether you’re a new creator or already landing UGC gigs, this episode is your crash course in leveling up your UGC pitching strategy — so you can spend less time at your desk and more time exploring the world. 🌎 🔗 Resources Mentioned * Book: The Big Leap by Guy Hendricks — my yearly mindset reset 📚 * Tool: Bento [https://www.onbento.com/] — my go-to platform for email pitching (code MADDY for 10% off) For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  [https://yourgirlmedia.com/] Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach [https://www.instagram.com/maddyoutdoors.coach/] 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator [https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator] Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass] Free UGC Guide: https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide] Book A Free Discovery Call: Chat with me 1:1 to see if the UGC Accelerator is the right fit for you. https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8 [https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8] My UGC Portfolio: https://maddyoutdoors.com/ [https://maddyoutdoors.com/] For Brands | Hire Me for UGC: Book a 15-min intro call with me so we can discuss your content needs. https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05 [https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05] 50+ UGC Example Videos: ... [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8klpmy2o0wiktk2gtebhf/AOMz33eHpMAWAcPEQLJu2nQ?rlkey=01r6zraptwnxm623y8pys1ew9&st=zvby6jiu&dl=0]

If you’ve ever wished brands would come to you instead of spending hours pitching or think "Fiverr doesn't work for me" Your mind will be changed after today's episode.  My guest, Nate Flake, just landed a $3,000 UGC deal on Fiverr minutes before hopping on this interview. And he didn’t cold pitch. He didn’t chase brands. He simply set up his Fiverr gigs strategically — and let inbound UGC deals roll in. We’re diving deep into: * Fiverr vs. Pitching — Which One Gets Faster Results? * How to Set Up a High-Converting Fiverr Gig  * The exact pricing strategy Nate used to go from $60 videos to charging $475 for videos  * The brutal truth about “low-paying” UGC gigs  * 5 Mistakes That Kill Your Fiverr Visibility * Unexpected UGC Niches You Can Cash In On Right Now Connect with Nate Flake * Host of UGC 101 Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/4PzbtPlUOfoTAKMyIN5fVF?si=77d778810da947ec] *  Instagram: @nateflakecreates [https://www.instagram.com/nateflakecreates/] * Use code PODCAST for 15% off his Program and Discord Community  [https://stan.store/nateflakeugc/p/master-ugc-on-fiverr] Check Out:  The Travel Creator Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/29k8CvPIzku8KBkbnwWzQB?si=061d46fb16254caa] For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  [https://yourgirlmedia.com/] Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach [https://www.instagram.com/maddyoutdoors.coach/] 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator [https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator] Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass] Free UGC Guide: https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide] Book A Free Discovery Call: Chat with me 1:1 to see if the UGC Accelerator is the right fit for you. https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8 [https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8] My UGC Portfolio: https://maddyoutdoors.com/ [https://maddyoutdoors.com/] For Brands | Hire Me for UGC: Book a 15-min intro call with me so we can discuss your content needs. https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05 [https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05] 50+ UGC Example Videos: ... [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8klpmy2o0wiktk2gtebhf/AOMz33eHpMAWAcPEQLJu2nQ?rlkey=01r6zraptwnxm623y8pys1ew9&st=zvby6jiu&dl=0]

Today we are sitting down with my UGC student Lana to unpack how she went from seasonal work to building a thriving UGC (user-generated content) business that funds her travels across the U.S. She shares how she started small — filming $50 videos from her RV — and grew her confidence, her client base, and her income to over $3,600 a month within three months. We talk about the real journey of becoming a content creator, the power of mindset, and the practical tools that helped Lana stay consistent and focused. If you’ve been dreaming of getting paid to travel, this episode will show you how to turn that dream into reality — without needing to become a full-time influencer. We dive into: * You don’t need to be an influencer to make money online as a UGC creator. * $50 gigs can turn into $500+ deals when you build relationships and stay professional. * Confidence grows from action — not perfection. * UGC can give you freedom, flexibility, and a way to get paid to travel.  Resources Mentioned: * $100M Offers by Alex Hormozi * UGC Platforms: Billo, Fiverr, JoinBrands, Cohley Follow Lana: Her Website [https://lana-lillyexplore.my.canva.site/] For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  [https://yourgirlmedia.com/] Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach [https://www.instagram.com/maddyoutdoors.coach/] 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator [https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator] Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass] Free UGC Guide: https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide] Book A Free Discovery Call: Chat with me 1:1 to see if the UGC Accelerator is the right fit for you. https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8 [https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8] My UGC Portfolio: https://maddyoutdoors.com/ [https://maddyoutdoors.com/] For Brands | Hire Me for UGC: Book a 15-min intro call with me so we can discuss your content needs. https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05 [https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05] 50+ UGC Example Videos: ... [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8klpmy2o0wiktk2gtebhf/AOMz33eHpMAWAcPEQLJu2nQ?rlkey=01r6zraptwnxm623y8pys1ew9&st=zvby6jiu&dl=0]

Today I’m spilling all the details on exactly what I made from UGC in September plus some seriously inspiring wins from my students inside the UGC Accelerator. From landing four-figure retainers to snagging their very first deals through cold UGC pitching, my students are proof that this industry is not too saturated—you can 100% do this too. If you’ve ever wondered:  ✨ How much you can really make as a beginner in content creation  ✨ What UGC pitching looks like in action  ✨ And what kind of deals are possible within just weeks or months of starting… …then this episode is going to give you all the motivation you need. What you’ll hear in this episode: * Real student wins from September (including retainer deals + big-name brand partnerships!) * My own September UGC income breakdown—exact numbers, deals, and deliverables * Why UGC is still such an incredible opportunity right now * How you can get started with UGC pitching even as a total beginner For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  [https://yourgirlmedia.com/] Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach [https://www.instagram.com/maddyoutdoors.coach/] 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator [https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator] Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass] Free UGC Guide: https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide] Book A Free Discovery Call: Chat with me 1:1 to see if the UGC Accelerator is the right fit for you. https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8 [https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8] My UGC Portfolio: https://maddyoutdoors.com/ [https://maddyoutdoors.com/] For Brands | Hire Me for UGC: Book a 15-min intro call with me so we can discuss your content needs. https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05 [https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05] 50+ UGC Example Videos: ... [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8klpmy2o0wiktk2gtebhf/AOMz33eHpMAWAcPEQLJu2nQ?rlkey=01r6zraptwnxm623y8pys1ew9&st=zvby6jiu&dl=0]

What if I told you that sending cold emails as a UGC creator could actually land you thousands of dollars in deals—without ever hopping on a sales call? Yep, it’s possible. Today I am sitting down with Jaclyn, the co-founder of Bento, the #1 UGC app that has completely transformed the way I pitch.  What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * Why pitching is a numbers game and how to stay consistent * The secret to creating portfolios that brands actually want to click on * Common mistakes new creators make in their UGC pitches * How Bento automates pitching so you can focus on creating * Why communication and negotiation skills matter as much as your content * Tips to increase your email response rate and close more deals BENTO AFFILATE CODE:  >>https://app.onbento.com/?acode=MADDY [https://www.google.com/url?q=https://app.onbento.com/?acode%3DMADDY&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1758921649125986&usg=AOvVaw03naA8ZPiYjVVdo-fJfi4r] Use the Code : MADDY  Connect with Jaclyn and Bento: * Instagram: @onbento [https://www.instagram.com/onbento/?hl=en] * TikTok: @onbento [https://www.tiktok.com/@onbento] * Website: Onbento [https://www.onbento.com/] 🎧 Listen to Laura’s show: The Travel Creator Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/29k8CvPIzku8KBkbnwWzQB?si=af853d0632134afc]: if you want even more strategies for travel content creators.  For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia [https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlmedia/?hl=en] Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  [https://yourgirlmedia.com/] Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach [https://www.instagram.com/maddyoutdoors.coach/] 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator [https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator] Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclass] Free UGC Guide: https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide [https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/ugc-guide] Book A Free Discovery Call: Chat with me 1:1 to see if the UGC Accelerator is the right fit for you. https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8 [https://calendar.app.google/6o6354FTDNsjGtTQ8] My UGC Portfolio: https://maddyoutdoors.com/ [https://maddyoutdoors.com/] For Brands | Hire Me for UGC: Book a 15-min intro call with me so we can discuss your content needs. https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05 [https://calendly.com/maddyoutdoors/ugc-discovery-call?month=2025-05] 50+ UGC Example Videos: ... [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8klpmy2o0wiktk2gtebhf/AOMz33eHpMAWAcPEQLJu2nQ?rlkey=01r6zraptwnxm623y8pys1ew9&st=zvby6jiu&dl=0]