Hello lovelies! It feels like forever since I’ve sat down and had a chat with you all! Tell me, how are you really? What are your, albeit tentative, plans for the Christmas season? My family and I usually host or attend a lunch/dinner party and then just soak up the festive season with music and…
An Interview with Grace Ariya: Chatting all things Youtube, Blogging, Mental Health and Jewellery Design
Hello Grace! Thank you for agreeing to this interview. First off, can you tell us about you and your YouTube channel? How did you get started and what are your passions? Hey everyone! Thank you, Maryam, for inviting me to do this interview on your blog. My name is Grace and I’m a 16-year-old…
A Content Creator’s Guide to Working with Brands: Here’s my version of a successful pitch. Now, let’s craft yours!
Wondering how to format your message? Here are some pointers and a successful pitch of mine to a skincare brand for reference. Hello there, I hope you’re well. My name is Maryam Vaseer and I’m a lifestyle, wellness and creativity blogger from sunny Sydney. As well as content creating for my website, I have…
Weekly Inspiration (14/12/20)
My, oh my. Suffice to say that this week held a lot of weight, both in promise and burden. I’ve tied up loose ends, chased new leads, closed doors for the last time, said goodbye even when I was afraid to, did a reading at my great grandma’s funeral, came to terms with my relationships…
A Content Creator’s Guide to Working with Brands: Developing an undeniable social presence, creating compelling content and finding your perfect industry fit
Influencer work is invigorating. Being scouted by a brand, being that perfect face. Working with companies and businesses, big or small, that align with your beliefs and ideals. Making a difference, sharing what you love, putting yourself out there- it’s exciting to be seen and recognised for what you bring to the table….
Coming of Age: Embracing Seventeen, the oldest I’ve ever been and the youngest I’ll be again
Being a homebody, I’d say my birthday was spent in a fairly cosy, comfortable way. That equates, more or less, to many hours spent sitting on the couch catching up on my YouTube subscriptions, eating pizza, responding to brand emails and doing a bit of creative work. I followed a new recipe…