From Zero to Elite with Inigo Hawkings & The Creator Economy
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In this conversation, Inigo Hawkings shares his journey from discovering cycling during the London Olympics to becoming a competitive cyclist and content creator.
He discusses the impact of social media on cycling, his experiences in Italy, and the challenges of balancing training with personal life.
Inigo also explores the rise of gravel riding and its accessibility, emphasizing the importance of community and infrastructure in attracting new cyclists. In this conversation, Inigo Hawkings and Pedro Couto Lopes delve into the intricacies of cycling culture, the role of education in making cycling more accessible, and the evolving landscape of content creation.
They discuss the importance of building authentic relationships between brands and content creators, the challenges of making a living in this space, and the misconceptions surrounding the glamorous lifestyle of content creators.
Inigo shares personal insights on success, the need for a supportive cycling culture, and offers advice for aspiring creators.
Topics discussed:
- The Journey Begins: Discovering Cycling
- Social Media and Cycling: A New Era
- Racing: The Transition from Hobby to Competition
- The Impact of Training on Personal Life
- Finding Balance: Life Beyond the Bike
- Gravel Riding: The New Frontier in Cycling
- The Role of Brands in Attracting New Cyclists
- Building Relationships Between Brands and Content Creators
- The Art of Brand Collaboration
- Curating Brand Partnerships
- The Reality of Content Creation
Listen to the podcast:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2XhcMcW28Tuk7Vr4XK47TL
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ride-to-success/id1726829754
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtzjN9DhQi18kpAl-h6fuMA
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Social Links to Ride to Success:
Follow Pedro Couto Lopes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedro-couto-lopes/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_ridetosuccess/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridetosuccess/
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