March 28, 2024 • 10 mins
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Victoria B. Glass (00:00):
If I
told you being opened is what makes you
stand out?
Welcome to the Contagious Victory's
podcast. Each week, we talkinspiration, explore
possibilities, and shareinsights from creative
perspectives. I'm Tori Blackmon,and I'm here to remind you that
your purpose in life is tocelebrate the victories because
(00:23):
victories are contagious.
Have you ever wondered why some content on the
Internet seems to stand outamong the rest? What if I told
you that the key to making yourcontent truly resonate with your
audience lies in being open andvulnerable about your own
experiences and challenges. Ifyou wanna let more of yourself
(00:44):
and your story shine throughyour content, then know this.
The missing piece that you'vebeen trying to figure out is
trust. Creating a bond that goesbeyond just words on a screen
can build a level of trust withyour audience that is hard to
achieve through other means.
Your content can pave the wayfor meaningful interactions that
(01:05):
resonate with your audience andleave a lasting impact in their
lives if you take the time tocreate a deeper connection. So
if you're ready to develop thecourage to truly open up in your
next post and go beyond surfacelevel interactions, then you're
gonna love this episode. Let'sdo this. So here's the deal.
(01:38):
You're gonna have to share yourtrue self.
When it comes to creatingcontent, it's all about finding
our groove and embracing who weare. Let me drop some wisdom.
Don't be afraid to show yourtrue colors. Share your journey,
your wins, your struggles. It'swhat makes you, well, you.
Even though vulnerability mayfeel uncomfortable or scary at
(02:02):
times, it's often necessary forpersonal growth and deeper
connection. Embrace thediscomfort as a part of the
process and remind yourself ofthe potential benefits of being
more open and authentic withothers. Some of those benefits
might include building moreresilience and being better able
(02:23):
to face challenges andcommunicate. You're gonna wanna
start with small dailyreflections. Before you can
start creating content that ismore vulnerable, take a moment
to understand your ownperspective, beliefs, and
experiences.
Think about what matters to youand what you're passionate
about. Also, think about youraudience and their interest.
(02:47):
When you open up and createcontent that is more vulnerable,
do it in a way that connectswith their interests and values
while still staying true to yourown. When you express yourself
authentically, others can betterunderstand your perspective and
it leads to better mutualunderstanding and fewer
misunderstandings. What youdon't wanna do is create content
(03:10):
that doesn't resonate with themor you.
Bottling up who you really areand pretending to be someone
you're not can lead to stress,anxiety, and feelings of
isolation. So it's important toplay the guide in our audience's
journey, so that we can helpfrom a place of confidence
because we've gone through whatthey've gone through. Being
(03:32):
genuine allows you to expressyourself fully, which can lead
to greater emotional well-beingand a sense of fulfillment. In
doctor Meg Jay's book, TheDefining Decade, Why Your 20s
Matter and How to Make the Mostof Them Now, she explains why
(03:54):
the lottery question isn'texactly helpful. You know the 1.
Right? It's when you askyourself what you would do with
your life if you won thelottery. Some might believe that
by asking ourselves thisoutlandish question, then you
would know what you would wantto do in life. It's a fun
question to ponder, but it maynot be the most reliable way to
(04:15):
determine your life goals. Haveyou ever thought about what you
would do with your life if youwon the lottery?
What do you think? Doctor Jcounters with this. The lottery
question might get you thinkingabout what you would do if
talent and money didn't matter,but they do. The question we
should ask is, what would we dowith our lives if we didn't win
(04:39):
the lottery? What might you beable to do well enough to
support the life that you want?
And what might you enjoy enoughthat you won't mind working at
in some form of another foryears to come? Her point of view
is certainly a starting pointfor us to gain clarity about
ourselves. Alright. Let'scontinue to learn how to develop
the courage to be truly open inour next post and go beyond
(05:04):
surface level interactions. Mynext recommendation is to
develop a voice that attracts.
Developing a writing andspeaking voice that is both
sincere and entertainingrequires practice and self
awareness. Take it from me. Itis not always easy to open up
(05:25):
and share personal stories orstruggles when creating your
content. However, by taking theleap and truly opening up, you
have an opportunity to connectwith more people on a deeper
level and create things thatchanges people's lives in a more
meaningful way. So here's mycourageous tip.
When in doubt, add humor. In myopinion, that's the most
(05:51):
courageous and vulnerable thingthat you can do. And making
someone laugh and feel goodabout themselves is definitely a
way to engage with yourcommunity. Adding humor to the
things that you create canreally lift the mood on your
audience's feed and make yourcontent more enjoyable to
consume. It's important to findthe right balance though between
(06:13):
sincerity and entertainment sothat your wit enhances rather
than distracts from yourmessage.
Another good way to captivatethe people who are consuming
your content is to incorporatestorytelling. This is a great
way to convey your message withhonesty and depth and, like I
said, also entertain youraudience whether they are
(06:35):
listening to your message orreading your content via blog or
Facebook post. Opening up meansinteracting with the right
people at the right times in theright places too. In order to
create real relationships withyour targeted audiences,
actively engage with themthrough comments, messages, and
(06:56):
other social media interactionslike tuning in to their live
streams and sharing theircontent on your story and
profile. Respond to theirfeedback, ask them questions,
and address any concerns thatmight be going on in their
comment sections to show thatyou value the content that they
make.
This is a good way to show thatyou are willing to interact on a
(07:17):
more personal level. Remember,social media is a 2 way
communication street. In orderto build that rapport and that
loyalty, you've gotta put in theeffort and make your audience
feel heard and appreciated. AndI know for all you introverts
out there, you're thinking, howin the world am I gonna do this?
Listen.
If you flounder or fumble, it'sokay. Just take a breath and
(07:43):
embrace all of your mistakesbecause if they're human, if
they're not bots, if they'rehuman, then they're gonna be
making mistakes too. Embracingyour mistakes can strengthen
these connections that you'retrying to make because it shows
that you are real and that youare human just like everybody
else. Well, except for the botsthat are out there. And,
hopefully, at this point, likeme, your audience is just so
(08:05):
sick of bots.
Alright. I think that's enoughfor this week. Remember, in
embracing vulnerability andsharing your struggles, you can
build a genuine connection withyour online audience. Just open
up in your content. The onlything that's missing is that
trust factor.
And by being open in yourcontent, you are paving the way
(08:27):
for more meaningfulconversations and interactions
and opening up the door forlasting impact with your
audience. So right now, I praythat you have the courage to
share your victory storyauthentically, in your own way,
however that may look, and watchas your content starts to stand
(08:48):
out online. The key to successlies in opening up and letting
your true self shine through. SoI challenge you to do this in
your next post. I've beenlearning lately that the most
powerful stories are often themost honest ones.
Over here at Contagiousvictories, that's what we're all
about. Having the courage toshow up and share our authentic
(09:12):
selves online. Because we knowthat the world is waiting to
listen. So let's keep it real,keep it supportive, and watch as
the Lord takes pleasure in ourlives. I hope something good
happens to you this week, and Ihope these tips for opening up
online resonate with you in ameaningful way.
Until next week, I'm Victoria bGlass, and I will talk to you
(09:34):
later.
Thanks for joining us for this week's
episode of the contagiousvictories podcast. If the show
inspired you to hear your ownvictory story, I'm here to tell
you the world deserves to hearit. Submit it to me online at
Toriblackmon.com. Review andsubscribe if that feels right.
(09:56):
Telling a friend about the showhelps continue his victories to
grow.
Plus, we all appreciate a littlesunshine. I'm Tori b. Thanks for
listening. I'll catch you soon.
If I
told you being opened is what makes you
stand out?
Welcome to the Contagious Victory's
podcast. Each week, we talkinspiration, explore
possibilities, and shareinsights from creative
perspectives. I'm Tori Blackmon,and I'm here to remind you that
your purpose in life is tocelebrate the victories because
(00:23):
victories are contagious.
Have you ever wondered why some content on the
Internet seems to stand outamong the rest? What if I told
you that the key to making yourcontent truly resonate with your
audience lies in being open andvulnerable about your own
experiences and challenges. Ifyou wanna let more of yourself
(00:44):
and your story shine throughyour content, then know this.
The missing piece that you'vebeen trying to figure out is
trust. Creating a bond that goesbeyond just words on a screen
can build a level of trust withyour audience that is hard to
achieve through other means.
Your content can pave the wayfor meaningful interactions that
(01:05):
resonate with your audience andleave a lasting impact in their
lives if you take the time tocreate a deeper connection. So
if you're ready to develop thecourage to truly open up in your
next post and go beyond surfacelevel interactions, then you're
gonna love this episode. Let'sdo this. So here's the deal.
(01:38):
You're gonna have to share yourtrue self.
When it comes to creatingcontent, it's all about finding
our groove and embracing who weare. Let me drop some wisdom.
Don't be afraid to show yourtrue colors. Share your journey,
your wins, your struggles. It'swhat makes you, well, you.
Even though vulnerability mayfeel uncomfortable or scary at
(02:02):
times, it's often necessary forpersonal growth and deeper
connection. Embrace thediscomfort as a part of the
process and remind yourself ofthe potential benefits of being
more open and authentic withothers. Some of those benefits
might include building moreresilience and being better able
(02:23):
to face challenges andcommunicate. You're gonna wanna
start with small dailyreflections. Before you can
start creating content that ismore vulnerable, take a moment
to understand your ownperspective, beliefs, and
experiences.
Think about what matters to youand what you're passionate
about. Also, think about youraudience and their interest.
(02:47):
When you open up and createcontent that is more vulnerable,
do it in a way that connectswith their interests and values
while still staying true to yourown. When you express yourself
authentically, others can betterunderstand your perspective and
it leads to better mutualunderstanding and fewer
misunderstandings. What youdon't wanna do is create content
(03:10):
that doesn't resonate with themor you.
Bottling up who you really areand pretending to be someone
you're not can lead to stress,anxiety, and feelings of
isolation. So it's important toplay the guide in our audience's
journey, so that we can helpfrom a place of confidence
because we've gone through whatthey've gone through. Being
(03:32):
genuine allows you to expressyourself fully, which can lead
to greater emotional well-beingand a sense of fulfillment. In
doctor Meg Jay's book, TheDefining Decade, Why Your 20s
Matter and How to Make the Mostof Them Now, she explains why
(03:54):
the lottery question isn'texactly helpful. You know the 1.
Right? It's when you askyourself what you would do with
your life if you won thelottery. Some might believe that
by asking ourselves thisoutlandish question, then you
would know what you would wantto do in life. It's a fun
question to ponder, but it maynot be the most reliable way to
(04:15):
determine your life goals. Haveyou ever thought about what you
would do with your life if youwon the lottery?
What do you think? Doctor Jcounters with this. The lottery
question might get you thinkingabout what you would do if
talent and money didn't matter,but they do. The question we
should ask is, what would we dowith our lives if we didn't win
(04:39):
the lottery? What might you beable to do well enough to
support the life that you want?
And what might you enjoy enoughthat you won't mind working at
in some form of another foryears to come? Her point of view
is certainly a starting pointfor us to gain clarity about
ourselves. Alright. Let'scontinue to learn how to develop
the courage to be truly open inour next post and go beyond
(05:04):
surface level interactions. Mynext recommendation is to
develop a voice that attracts.
Developing a writing andspeaking voice that is both
sincere and entertainingrequires practice and self
awareness. Take it from me. Itis not always easy to open up
(05:25):
and share personal stories orstruggles when creating your
content. However, by taking theleap and truly opening up, you
have an opportunity to connectwith more people on a deeper
level and create things thatchanges people's lives in a more
meaningful way. So here's mycourageous tip.
When in doubt, add humor. In myopinion, that's the most
(05:51):
courageous and vulnerable thingthat you can do. And making
someone laugh and feel goodabout themselves is definitely a
way to engage with yourcommunity. Adding humor to the
things that you create canreally lift the mood on your
audience's feed and make yourcontent more enjoyable to
consume. It's important to findthe right balance though between
(06:13):
sincerity and entertainment sothat your wit enhances rather
than distracts from yourmessage.
Another good way to captivatethe people who are consuming
your content is to incorporatestorytelling. This is a great
way to convey your message withhonesty and depth and, like I
said, also entertain youraudience whether they are
(06:35):
listening to your message orreading your content via blog or
Facebook post. Opening up meansinteracting with the right
people at the right times in theright places too. In order to
create real relationships withyour targeted audiences,
actively engage with themthrough comments, messages, and
(06:56):
other social media interactionslike tuning in to their live
streams and sharing theircontent on your story and
profile. Respond to theirfeedback, ask them questions,
and address any concerns thatmight be going on in their
comment sections to show thatyou value the content that they
make.
This is a good way to show thatyou are willing to interact on a
(07:17):
more personal level. Remember,social media is a 2 way
communication street. In orderto build that rapport and that
loyalty, you've gotta put in theeffort and make your audience
feel heard and appreciated. AndI know for all you introverts
out there, you're thinking, howin the world am I gonna do this?
Listen.
If you flounder or fumble, it'sokay. Just take a breath and
(07:43):
embrace all of your mistakesbecause if they're human, if
they're not bots, if they'rehuman, then they're gonna be
making mistakes too. Embracingyour mistakes can strengthen
these connections that you'retrying to make because it shows
that you are real and that youare human just like everybody
else. Well, except for the botsthat are out there. And,
hopefully, at this point, likeme, your audience is just so
(08:05):
sick of bots.
Alright. I think that's enoughfor this week. Remember, in
embracing vulnerability andsharing your struggles, you can
build a genuine connection withyour online audience. Just open
up in your content. The onlything that's missing is that
trust factor.
And by being open in yourcontent, you are paving the way
(08:27):
for more meaningfulconversations and interactions
and opening up the door forlasting impact with your
audience. So right now, I praythat you have the courage to
share your victory storyauthentically, in your own way,
however that may look, and watchas your content starts to stand
(08:48):
out online. The key to successlies in opening up and letting
your true self shine through. SoI challenge you to do this in
your next post. I've beenlearning lately that the most
powerful stories are often themost honest ones.
Over here at Contagiousvictories, that's what we're all
about. Having the courage toshow up and share our authentic
(09:12):
selves online. Because we knowthat the world is waiting to
listen. So let's keep it real,keep it supportive, and watch as
the Lord takes pleasure in ourlives. I hope something good
happens to you this week, and Ihope these tips for opening up
online resonate with you in ameaningful way.
Until next week, I'm Victoria bGlass, and I will talk to you
(09:34):
later.
Thanks for joining us for this week's
episode of the contagiousvictories podcast. If the show
inspired you to hear your ownvictory story, I'm here to tell
you the world deserves to hearit. Submit it to me online at
Toriblackmon.com. Review andsubscribe if that feels right.
(09:56):
Telling a friend about the showhelps continue his victories to
grow.
Plus, we all appreciate a littlesunshine. I'm Tori b. Thanks for
listening. I'll catch you soon.
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