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3.24 AVERAGE
3.24 AVERAGE
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Entertaining but as someone who has spent time on blogger/influencer snark sites, I didn’t learn anything new. Also, the author seemed to be very complimentary of influencers and didn’t ask the tough questions around the rampant consumerism that they encourage. The book mentions the issue of mommy bloggers using their children to create content and the lack of protection for these kids, but it didn’t go deep enough. This seemed like a fluff piece to promote influencers.
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Very influencer-centric but great look at the industry.
Swipe up for More! is an eye opening view of the lives of social media influencers - with a deep dive into three people: Shannon Bird (Mormon Mom), Mirna Valerie (runner, black and being content with her own body type) and Caitlin Covington (Southern mom and fashion blogger). I did not realize the amount of money these influencers make, and how they are showered with free stuff -from make up to destination trips. We are talking major money here folks - two of the influencers profiled live in massive homes and are the breadwinners in their families. The book also sheds light on some of the issues facing influencers - the most important one being how they use their children in their content and the effect of privacy and also profit sharing with their kids. What are the long term effects of having your life details all over the internet? I also did not realize that there are message boards dedicated to "hating on" these influencers and how influencers deal with the vitriol and also the endless stream of DM (direct messages) on their social media accounts. The book also goes into how one mistake can derail a whole career - in the case of Shannon Bird calling 911 to get formula delivered by the police, and also when YouTuber Myka Stauffer "re-homed" her adoptive son, Huxley. A really interesting look at a world I knew little about....recommend.