Creator Q&A
@thefinchfamilylife shares her story & tips

Q1: How did you become a creator?

After my second son Roman was born I wanted to create a space to put pictures up and show him growing. I then started to post more of everyday family life which people seemed to really like. I did a little research and decided to start blogging and creating content which followers would like. The rest is history 😁

Q2: What inspires your posts?

My everyday life, struggles and my children and other mums and creators too. I wouldn’t be where I am now if it wasn’t seeing other mums posts – they inspire me to create positive posts.

Q3: What has been your biggest challenge as a creator?

Not feeling good enough and overcoming fears in front of the camera. When I first started creating content, I was nervous in front of the camera and I would never feature in my stories. I’m much more confident now (yay!).

Q4: And your biggest achievement?

Speaking to a lady who messaged me saying that my post had inspired her and that I gave her a boost that day. That was an amazing feeling. To know I’m doing what I love and making friends whilst I’m doing it too is a great achievement! 

Q5: What would be your advice to anyone wanting to become a creator?

Do it! Haha, honestly, it is such good fun. First things first, be yourself. Don’t feel like you need to copy other accounts as your authentic self works best.

Q6: Your fave Instagram filter?

Slumber! (gives me a fake tan😁)

Q7: Your fave Instagrammers?

I have quite a few! Thelambfamilyadventures, _staceylouxo, savingmovingmummy, natashacherie_xo

Q8: Which camera/lighting techniques do you use?

Usually flash on camera, but recently I’ve been using ring light. My favourite is natural outside lighting. No techniques as such, but a nice background helps!

Q9: What’s your hashtag strategy?

I use hashtags that relate to my content (family, mumlife, parenting). The best thing that works for me is to use half popular hashtags and half unpopular.

Q10: The best thing about being a creator is…

Connecting with brands, trying new posts and making friends!

Thanks so much Corinne – you can follow her inspiring journey here.