11 tiny tasks to get you closer to your first (or next) brand deal
Issue #134
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Hey travelpreneur!
If you’ve been thinking about brand deals more than actually pitching... this one’s for you.
You don’t need to send 100 emails or rework your whole strategy this week.
You just need a spark—something small that builds real momentum.
That’s why I made you this list of 11 quick, actionable wins you can do this week to move closer to landing a collab.
Pick one. Set a 20-minute timer.
No pressure—just progress.
Update your IG bio to clearly say where you’re based + who you create for.
Brands want to know who you serve and where you are. Don’t make them guess.Add your email address to your social bio if it’s missing.
You’d be surprised how often this simple detail costs creators opportunities.Create a 'Collabs' or 'Travel Reviews' Story Highlight—even if it’s not sponsored.
Use past trips, hotel stays, or content that reflects your ability to showcase brands well.Film a short Reel or carousel post reviewing a recent stay, tour, or product.
Even if it wasn’t gifted, it builds credibility for future pitches.Spend 10–15 minutes researching one dream brand.
Check what they’re promoting, who they’ve worked with, and how you align.
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Need help structuring it? The Persuader™ can guide you in minutes.Engage with 3–5 dream brands on IG by commenting on their recent posts.
Start showing up before you pitch. It works.Search “[Brand Name] + press release” to find the right contact person.
Too time-consuming? Inbox Goldmine™ can automate that for you.Open that old DM or vague brand email and follow up.
No need to overthink it—just reopen the convo.Decide what deliverables you’re offering in your next pitch.
Will it be a Reel, a blog post, Stories? Don’t wing it.
Need clarity? Offer Alchemist™ helps you map out high-converting deliverables based on your niche and platform strengths.Send one pitch today. Just one.
Perfection doesn’t land deals—pitches sent do. Hit send.
You don’t have to do all 11.
You just have to start.
Each tiny action stacks. And when you stack enough of them, you land the thing you thought was out of reach.
You’re closer than you think—especially when you have tools to take the heavy lifting off your plate.
Here’s to your next (or first!) brand deal.
—Daniella ✨
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Until next week (or the next issue),
Happy pitching!
Daniella
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