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What’s a Digital Creator? And How You Can Become One

If you’re tapped into today’s digital world, you’ve heard all about digital creators (also referred to as content creators). A lot of the conversation revolves around what they’re up to: things like what interesting new trends and issues they’re talking about, and how they’re engaging with their fans and partners.

Perhaps one of the most interesting conversations is how they’re making a living financially. It’s true that many of the top digital creators we see are making millions of dollars a year putting out content.

So how do they do it—and how can you get a piece of the action? Sit tight, because we’re going to cover it all. 

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What is a digital creator?

Digital creators are individuals who create online content and share it across various platforms. Their content may feature images, video, and even written text. Digital creators distribute their content across channels like TikTok and YouTube, as well as owned websites, to reach a greater audience.

In recent years, independent digital creators have had greater opportunities to earn money from the audiences they’ve cultivated around their content. They achieve this through brand partnerships, advertising, merchandise, and gated …

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It’s hard to go even a week without hearing news about climate change and its effects on life as we know it. It’s also hard to go a week without hearing about sustainable, eco-friendly products that have been introduced to help combat climate change.

Not only do these products play their part in helping to preserve our future, they’re also in high demand from buyers who understand how important they are. For this reason, selling environmentally friendly products can be a win-win: helping the world while running a profitable business.

In this article, we’ll look at some of the top sustainable products you can start selling today, in niches such as tech, pets, fashion, and personal care.

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1. Sustainable apparel

“Fast fashion” is a buzzword that haunts the most environmentally responsible fashionistas. The fashion industry has been known to use unethical and unsustainable practices to quickly produce cheap, low-quality clothing.

But “slow fashion” is here to combat that. You can source your entire supply chain with more mindful materials and practices that go farther than just using organic cotton. For example, you can source products locally, or use vegan …

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Three Pitches. Three Major Retail Wins: Here’s How Clean Age Did it With ECRM & RangeMe

Clean Age is batting a thousand when it comes to landing major retail deals. The brand, which makes personal care products aimed at the teenage market, is on the shelves at Fred Meyer thanks to Kroger’s 2021 Natural & Organic Innovation Summit; it also scored a coveted golden ticket from Walmart’s 2022 Open Call; and this past month launched nationwide at RITE AID from the retailer’s 2022 Sustainability Summit.

Each of these opportunities began with a submission on RangeMe and — in the case of Kroger and Rite Aid — included a virtual meeting on ECRM Connect. Three at-bats, three home runs. 

I spoke with Clean Age Co-Founder & CEO Rachel Peters and VP of Sales and Operations Brady DeLong to uncover the secret behind their consistent success with these retailers, and by the time we wrapped up, it was clear why they did so well. First, the brand has amazing products made with natural, clean ingredients and sustainable packaging. The products are also gender-neutral, which aligns with the brand’s strong focus on inclusivity. What’s more, the company speaks well to the younger generation of consumers, a coveted market for any retailer.

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Top 4 Most Popular Types of Businesses for New Entrepreneurs

From developing your big idea and naming your brand to building a killer website and finding those first customers, starting a business is a thrilling journey. But something else also goes into the equation: establishing the proper foundation and structure for your business.

Incorporation may not be the sexiest part of entrepreneurship, but it’s a necessary step in setting up a legal entity recognizable by your state and the federal government. Think of it as the unglamorous but necessary grunt work of launching a successful new business venture.

In this post, you’ll learn about the different types of businesses and how to choose the best one for success.

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Why your business structure matters

Your business’s legal structure has a significant impact on its taxation, liabilities, and access to funding and capital. Different structures apply depending on whether you are forming a business partnership, corporation, or limited liability company. Despite these variations, incorporating your business can provide numerous advantages, such as:

Better chance to secure business funding Transferable business ownership Security of personal assets Limited liability in the case of legal issues related to the firm Potential for tax savings  Distinct …
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5 Unique Trends From Natural Products Expo West 2023

The 2023 Natural Products Expo West is an annual event that brings natural and organic products industry leaders and enthusiasts together worldwide. The event, which took place in Anaheim from March 7-12, was the perfect place for showcasing the latest trends, innovations, and breakthroughs in the industry. More than 100,000 attendees and 3,500 exhibitors gathered to discover new products or showcase their own, network with industry professionals, and attend informative sessions and workshops.

The RangeMe & ECRM team at Expo West 2023

As our RangeMe team strolled through the different exhibition halls, we were thrilled to witness many of our suppliers proudly displaying their products. Natural products continue to gain popularity, and we’ve compiled a list of the most promising trends from the show that we expect to pick up even more steam this year.

Asian fusion 

This year’s showcase was all about shaking things up with global flavors and funky takes on classic favorites. Condiments like Japanese miso barbecue sauce or Fila Manila®’s Filipino banana ketchup had mouths watering, and some brands got creative with their own versions of chili crisp and Asian-inspired bites like mochi, dumplings, and ramen. And don’t even get us started on the flavor explosion …

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Maybe you’ve heard the saying, “It takes money to make money.” But what happens when you don’t have much of it to begin with?

While the saying is generally true, it’s not as black and white as you might think. You can absolutely start a business with no money—as long as you have some patience, resourcefulness, and savvy. The capital you need at the beginning will also depend on the type of business you’re trying to start.

In this article, we’ll explore some of the best low or no-capital business ideas, how to create and launch your new business, and how to generate the funding you need to grow.

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How to start a business for free in 6 steps

1. Find no-cost business opportunities

Of course, some business ventures will require a lot more money upfront than others. We’ve put together a list of ideas that require little or no capital. Hopefully one of them will get your gears turning.

Create a service business

Do you have certain skills, talents, or specialized knowledge that you can capitalize on? What about things you wouldn’t mind doing for a living? Try selling …

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