Today we’d like to introduce you to Natasha Huggins
Hi Natasha, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I began taking social media seriously in 2014 with network marketing. I watched YouTube creators such as Jackie Aina, Raven Elyse, etc and soon realized social media was becoming more than coffee pics and Pinterest quotes. I watched and learned for years, but felt the growth was slow. Then along came TikTok and after 2 years of consistency, I grew a community of over 10k. In March 2023, TikTok launched Lemon8 and in less than 6 months, we reached 10k and climbing over 3 million impressions. I’m also part of the YouTube Shorts community, have attended amazing brand events such as Tyla’s first album release party and Pacifica’s premiere of The Little Mermaid in NYC, and attended my first NYFW show last fall. God gave me the gift of creativity and I’m blessed to be able to be in a position to express it
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It hasn’t been easy, from trying to find a niche to making time to film and edit content for 5 social channels. Anyone who thinks it’s not work, it is! There are days I spend 8 hours filming and editing. While it’s so rewarding, learning balance and managing myself has been a challenge I’m only just learning to work through as a wife and parent. In the end, the blessings outweigh the challenges and make the journey worthwhile.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
Currently I am pioneering the “neo influencer” era, in which account size doesn’t matter as much as it used to. This series on TikTok gained traction last fall, sparking conversation as to how to be an influencer with integrity and values. Great examples of this are Golloria, Bria Jones, to name a few. I strive to be a creator who uses her platforms to uplift the voices of the helpless, share brands that align with my values as much as possible, and encourage my fellow rising influencers and creatives to stop overthinking and show up!
What does success mean to you?
Social media has honestly been a whirlwind of a journey, but I am most proud of being consistent on YouTube this last year! We just surpassed 1,000 subscribers, and I am proud of my growing community and to have an opportunity to reach more people through a mutual love of beauty, hair, lifestyle content, aesthetic editing, Bible study, etc. I plan to be a full time YouTube creator by 2025 through consistent vlogging and who knows, maybe speak on a panel on staying consistent & motivated as a YouTube creator. Time will tell!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://v.lemon8-app.com/s/AwmsvfespR
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashaxhuggins?igsh=bXA2eWE3dDA1aXd0&utm_source=qr
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@natashaxhuggins?si=zcrPdaR45TFq9ZGz
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@natashaxhuggins?_t=8pcTPPsVBC2&_r=1
