Shady Influencers are in Big Trouble: FTC Bans Fake Followers — Let’s discuss #218

Shady Influencers are in Big Trouble: FTC Bans Fake Followers — Let’s discuss #218

Author: Sidewalker Daily September 17, 2024 Duration: 9:34
If you’ve been tempted to buy followers to boost your numbers, let me STOP you right there. In this episode, we’re talking about the FTC’s new rules banning fake followers and why this is a huge deal for influencers and brands. Authenticity is key. Growing your account organically fosters creativity, builds trust, and pushes the true essence of community in the influencer space. Don’t let shady practices like fake followers ruin your brand deals and credibility!

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Ever wondered what really happens behind the perfectly curated feeds and brand deals? Influencer Confidential pulls back the curtain on the business of influence. Hosted by the team at Sidewalker Daily, a consulting agency with a unique dual perspective, this podcast goes beyond the surface. Each episode draws from direct experience working with both creators and the brands that hire them, offering a rare, balanced look at the mechanics of this modern industry. You’ll hear unfiltered conversations about the strategies, negotiations, and often unspoken challenges that define success and failure online. It’s about the practical realities-from crafting a sustainable career as a creator to understanding how companies navigate influencer marketing campaigns. The goal is to foster genuine transparency, replacing hype with actionable insight. Tune in for a candid exploration of what it truly takes to build, manage, and leverage influence in a crowded digital landscape. This isn't just theory; it's grounded in the day-to-day work of an agency operating on both sides of the equation. Find Influencer Confidential wherever you get your podcasts.
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