Kristen Bousquet

Kristen Bousquet

Contributor|Creator Economy

Kristen Bousquet is a creator monetization coach and the founder of Your Soulcialmate. She focuses on the intersection of content creation, monetization strategies, and the evolving creator economy. 

Based in Charlotte, NC, she covers topics such as income disparities among

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Jun 29, 2026

The Administrative Work No One Warns Content Creators About

Administrative tasks, while daunting to some, are the foundation of creative longevity for creators of all sizes because many operate as solopreneurs.

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Jun 18, 2026

How Slack Is Helping Marketers And Creators Land Deals

Online communities are vital to help marketers grow their business, and Slack is at the forefront, transforming from a communications tool to a networking vehicle.

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May 28, 2026

Creators Have A Love-Hate Relationship With AI

94% of creators are using it, but maybe not how you'd think.

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May 14, 2026

How To Land A Brand Deal In 30 Seconds Or Less

Follower count isn't everything in the creator economy. Brands are looking for creators who have a clear and engaging audience and a high level of professionalism.

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Apr 29, 2026

Why Brands Are Ditching One-Time Influencer Campaigns For Long-Term Partnerships

A recent survey found that only 12% of consumers purchase after one ad or post, shifting how brands approach influencer marketing campaigns.

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Apr 23, 2026

8 Ways Creators Can Make Money Away From Social Media

The creator economy has matured well past the era of sponsored posts being a creator’s only income stream.

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Mar 31, 2026

Why Your Cold Pitch Emails Aren’t Getting You Brand Deals

Cold pitching isn't dead, but the old way is outdated. Here's how to make your efforts effective—and actually get a response in 2026.

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Mar 5, 2026

Why Do Brands Hire Creators?

Brands are using creator partnerships strategically across multiple goals, not just to convert their followers into immediate purchasers.

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May 31, 2025

Why Creators Are Saying ‘No’ To Perpetual Usage Rights

Creators want to maintain control over their image and future partnerships, while brands want to ensure longevity and security in the content they invest in.

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May 18, 2025

7 Monthly Subscriptions That Help Creators Save Time And Earn More

These monthly subscriptions can be the difference between barely keeping up and actually scaling your creator business.