I no longer exploit myself because I'm no longer The Product
new convo about setting boundaries as a public figure
I’m done exploiting myself and calling it self-promotion.
I no longer shapeshift to please algorithms that make billionaires richer.
I no longer work for free since I learned how to negotiate higher rates.
I no longer see myself as the product because I make products and provide services.
I discuss all of this (and more!) on a recent episode of
’s Peripeteia1 podcast.
I share my journey from writing op-eds in my teen years to the complexities of creating "The Sober Sexpert” persona while writing/promoting my book. I dive deep into my experiences of being a public figure, the reality of building a career using self-exploitation, and the importance of setting boundaries.
I even share insights on how to establish yourself as an expert in a field without losing yourself in the process. Highlighting my pivot from Instagram to more intimate newsletters, I also discuss the value of replacing algorithms with real-life connections.
Listen to this episode on Apple and YouTube. Read the transcript here.
Cofounder Life
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Consider supporting our hyper-indie non-alc brand by buying (parentheses) or asking your local specialty foods shop to carry us.
September Classes w/
Learn how to develop your own card deck concept to enhance your personal brand, business, or create a resource for your community.
Learn how to promote your writing and expertise without that cringey OMG-I-hate-self-promotion feeling. I’ll discuss some of my media strategies while sharing what worked, what didn’t, and what I’d do differently.
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tawny ✊🏽
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peripeteia - a sudden or unexpected reversal of circumstances or situation especially in a literary work (Merriam Webster)
I loved our conversation! So empowering, and I recommend it to everyone! Thanks for your bold authenticity, Tawny!
Can't wait to give that episode a listen!