Being a Disney Influencer

[TrainsOfDisney]

so if the influencer is making good money it’s a job? Or it’s never a job?

Not actually trying to give you a hard time - just curious

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

so if the influencer is making good money it’s a job? Or it’s never a job?

Not actually trying to give you a hard time - just curious

If framed right…it’s a Hobby that can generate some income

Many people walk the “tightrope” of education and employment and such hobbies.

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

If framed right…it’s a Hobby that can generate some income

What’s the difference between a hobby and a job if they pay both money?

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

What’s the difference between a hobby and a job if they pay both money?

What answer are you looking for so we can stop with the parsing?
Or maybe you don’t agree with me…which I usually recommend

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

What answer are you looking for so we can stop with the parsing?
Or maybe you don’t agree with me…which I usually recommend

I’m not looking for any answer - was just wondering what the difference was.

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

I’m not looking for any answer - was just wondering what the difference was.

Asking almost the same question 3 different ways sure seems like it…

 

[JIMINYCR]

It's the same in many industries. Hang in there for a time until you realize you're going nowhere in that position and either move on or resign yourself to stay in a job you hate that never satisfies. You accept a lifestyle that stagnates and you never feel like you reached your potential. You hate your life and blame everyone for your bad fortune.
With the influencers, the top 1% or so who made it in first and were good enough, made the bucks in time. They developed and hung onto their followers and developed more over time, adding to their notoriety. Those new names, start ups, following behind with hopes they too could make it pretty much copy the others and maybe get a modicum of followers. The big well known names continue on staying on top.
People have to realize the situation they are in and make the timely choice to stick it out or move on. Many had poor education or bad breaks or bad circumstances beyond their control which limits their ability to get anywhere and stay stuck in place. Unfortunately many wait too long or fear to make the change which could improve their status and end up with lives they eventually regret.

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

Asking almost the same question 3 different ways sure seems like it…

It takes 2 to tango! You’re dancing around as much as I am. haha

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

It takes 2 to tango! You’re dancing around as much as I am. haha

Not really…I think I’ve gone as far as I can go without being “too honest”

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

It's the same in many industries. Hang in there for a time until you realize you're going nowhere in that position and either move on or resign yourself to stay in a job you hate that never satisfies. You accept a lifestyle that stagnates and you never feel like you reached your potential. You hate your life and blame everyone for your bad fortune.
With the influencers, the top 1% or so who made it in first and were good enough, made the bucks in time. They developed and hung onto their followers and developed more over time, adding to their notoriety. Those new names, start ups, following behind with hopes they too could make it pretty much copy the others and maybe get a modicum of followers. The big well known names continue on staying on top.
People have to realize the situation they are in and make the timely choice to stick it out or move on. Many had poor education or bad breaks or bad circumstances beyond their control which limits their ability to get anywhere and stay stuck in place. Unfortunately many wait too long or fear to make the change which could improve their status and end up with lives they eventually regret.

@TrainsOfDisney

He’s doing a much better job of explaining what I think…the Same ballpark…at least

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

@TrainsOfDisney

He’s doing a much better job of explaining what I think…the Same ballpark…at least

Gotcha - I’m not here to encourage anyone to become a content creator. But it is a job in that it’s fairly easy to make money doing it. If you make money for your time - that’s a job in my definition.

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

Gotcha - I’m not here to encourage anyone to become a content creator. But it is a job in that it’s fairly easy to make money doing it. If you make money for your time - that’s a job in my definition.

Right…we don’t agree. Which is fine

.

 

[easyrowrdw]

What’s the difference between a hobby and a job if they pay both money?

Profit lol I think the IRS gives you 3-5 years to turn a profit, otherwise it’s a hobby

There’s more to it but that’s a key part of it

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

So for those interested in the idea -
The #1 thing is you need to post short form daily. Long form can be weekly.

If you have a consistent voice and style - the platforms will find your audience for you.

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

Profit lol I think the IRS gives you 3-5 years to turn a profit, otherwise it’s a hobby

There’s more to it but that’s a key part of it

How long did it take Disney+ to turn a profit?

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

How long did it take Disney+ to turn a profit?

Wall Street doesn’t believe that’s a viable business either

 

[danlb_2000]

We’ve had this discussion before

It requires no experience, training and the “job” has no professional standards

Tough sell there. And they are being used by corporations for little compensation

To do it well enough to make a living is most certainly a job.

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

To do it well enough to make a living is most certainly a job.

It’s a fantasy…more than a job. Opinions vary.

There is no “demand” for this…there never was and there certainly isn’t now. Therefore no one will ever be “hired” for it.

Now I give the early ones full credit for cracking the code…like the pet rock and the piece of the wall. They scored…

But what on earth does every fool with a selfie stick do now? They function as an unpaid wing of companies as it stands now…no guardrails really at all. And since all the “information” provided is publicly available …and there is no official sanction…how can you even classify what it is that they are selling?

If anything…they’re entertainers. I can see that. There’s a good argument. Anything more than that? Nah.

But opinions do vary.

 

[Baron Von Capybara]

To do it well enough to make a living is most certainly a job.

Agreed. No matter how much waffle is given to denying it , if you are making a living off content creation it's a job.
No it's not a hired position .
Still a job.

 

[Sirwalterraleigh]

This doesn’t scream “dignified professional” to me…unless the role of the kings fool has returned.