@shiralazar: So, why am I in Dubai? 🌍 This trip was fully covered, but not directly paid. And honestly—that’s the point. In the creator space and for many businesses, not every opportunity comes with an immediate paycheck. Sometimes it’s about: ✨ Access to communities you wouldn’t otherwise meet ✨ Building relationships that lead to future collaborations ✨ Putting yourself in rooms where decisions (and deals) happen It’s easy to say no if the money isn’t on the table. But sometimes the ROI is long-term, not short-term. And that’s part of playing the game differently. Would love to hear—do you only say yes when it’s paid upfront? Or do you see value in these types of opportunities too?

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Tuesday 26 August 2025 03:21:30 GMT