She made $40K in a day on TikTok. 👀 Here’s how you can monetize your brand, too!

Hey Glow Getters,

This week’s edition is all about turning your name into your next paycheck—because sis, your personal brand is a business!

With a smartphone, a strategy, and a little consistency, the Queen of launching brands on social, Tabitha Brown, has taught us that you can absolutely transform your creativity into cash. Case in point?

💰 Tabitha Brown Made $40,000 in T-Shirt Sales in 1 Day

Yes, you read that right. Tabitha recently shared that she made $40,000 in one day selling her "very good" T-shirts online—all from posting a simple video on TikTok. 👕💸

She didn’t have a big team or budget—just authenticity, consistency, and the confidence to sell. That’s the power of personal branding.

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🌊 The Beachside Authors Retreat is Calling Your Name

Glow-Up your writing career! I am hosting the ultimate creative upskilling event in one of the most chill locations ever—a Beachside Authors Retreat in Manhattan Beach, Calif. that is designed to fuel your next big children’s book idea. ☀️📚 Whether you’re writing your first book or trying to get a traditional publishing deal after self-publishing, it’s a space to recharge, refocus, and rebrand.

This hybrid event includes a manuscript review, 1-on-1 writing coaching over Zoom, an in-person networking event and a one-month follow-up over Zoom with guest speakers. Register via Eventbrite today.

But hurry, access is limited in order to give participants a high-value experience.

🔟 10 Ways to Monetize Your Personal Brand Online

Ready to start building your own $40K T-shirt moment? Below are 10 ways creative forces like YOU can monetize your talents on social media:

1. Start a digital product line: Sell guides, templates, or printables in your area of expertise.

2. Offer coaching or consultations: Share your knowledge 1-on-1 or in group sessions.

3. Host paid workshops or webinars: Teach your craft, your way.

4. Apply for creator funds: Platforms like YouTube and TikTok pay eligible creators monthly.

5. Create affiliate links: Get paid every time someone buys a product you recommend.

6. Launch a Patreon: Let fans support your work through monthly subscriptions.

7. Sell branded merch: Use platforms like Teespring or Shopify to sell T-shirts, mugs, and more.

8. Start an email list: Build your community and monetize through sponsorships or digital offers.

9. Partner with brands: Reach out for collabs or pitch yourself to brands in your niche.

10. Write and self-publish a book: You own the rights—and the royalties.

The key? Pick a lane, stay consistent, and show up as the REAL YOU.

💸 Get That Grant, Sis: $1,000 From The Awesome Foundation

Need a little capital to fund your next big idea? The Awesome Foundation gives out $1,000 grants every month—no strings attached. They’re funding creativity, community, and bold projects around the world.

Whether you're launching a business, writing a book, or creating art, this is your sign to go for it.

👉🏾 Apply here

Plus, here are 19 more grants to help fund your business, girl!

✨ One Last Glow-Up Thought:

You don’t need to go viral to be valuable. Your creativity, your knowledge, and your lived experience already have currency—and your personal brand is the vehicle to turn it into wealth. 🫶🏾

If this newsletter gave you life, knowledge, or your next idea—forward it to a friend. Sharing is a form of investing, too.

‘Til next time, keep glowing 💫

Markette Sheppard
Editor | The Financial Glow-Up | Founder, Glow Stream TV
@markettesheppard and @glowstreamtv on all the socials!

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