Mood when your @Forbes feature goes live! One thing I always want to make sure people understand about my journey is that nothing about it came easy. Most people only post their highlight reels, but I'm always happy to pull back the curtains and talk about living on bread and butter for months to remind people there's nothing sexy about following your heart while you're broke. I'm so passionate about encouraging people to chase their wildest dreams despite what their parents, circumstances, or bank account says. It was never about the money, but when it started piling in, I was reminded of how the universe truly conspires in your favor when you meet it halfway. Big thanks to @Forbes for sharing my story! As always, forever humbled by everyone's support ❤ Link In Bio | bit.ly/GloForbesFeature Written By | @fromheretosunday Photo Credit | @adeiraleesherpa

“When you have more than you need, build a longer table, not a higher fence.” Your platform is in vain if you amass riches and do nothing to give back. Because of my recent @forbes article (almost 20,000 hits, WOW!) and @dearalyne video (620,000 views 😭), it’s been inspiring to see how many people of color have hit me up, as there’s not nearly enough representation of us in the travel media space. So I’ve been sending tips, pointers, and advice all weekend. BUT! If information alone made us rich, we’d all be billionaires. It’s information, application, and dedication that are the three components to success, so I hope these 3 quick tips will give further inspiration and context. 1. CHANGE YOUR CIRCLE. We’ve all heard the quote by Jim Rohn, “You’re the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.” I didn’t truly understand the power of that until I made it a goal this year to aim to be the dumbest person in the room. That sounds foolish, but think about it — how are you growing if you’re always the one giving information? I had to start connecting with people who not only made more money than me, but had more experience in more areas. You don’t have to cut everyone out of your life, just be a bit more selective with who you’re giving your best energy to. 2. START JOURNALING. I started journaling because I was constantly throwing myself into foreign territory — whether the food, the currency, or the culture, everything about my life was a never-ending cycle of adaptation. I needed some way to center myself and meditation and journaling was the best answer. 3. TAKE MONEY OUT OF THE EQUATION. This sounds counterintuitive, but I need people to understand that if you’re in a profession solely for the money and perks, then you’ll never truly be happy or satisfied. How I know blogging is for me? Because I’d still be doing it if I never made a single dollar from it. I started my first blog when I was 11, and even though my hard-hitting content was about cute boys at my school 😅 I developed a voice and sense of liberation from feeling like there was a corner of the Internet I could call my own. Tag someone who could use this info below! ❤

Networking Up: When's the last time you reached out to someone who was 10x more powerful than you? How intimidating was it and did your email have 💩 smears from the virtual pants-sh*tting? I recently had to look at my network and reach out to the 10 most powerful people in it and ask for a favor, because with these new goals I have, I'm not foolish to think I will ever get there on my own. It'll require others to vouch for me, connect with me, and constructively criticize me and I can't tell you how humbled I've been by it. I'm not a name-dropper, but I'm blessed to know a few millionaires on a first-name basis. In comparison, lil' ol me has nothing of equal weight to offer, but here's why they respond to my requests 99% of the time. I treat them like a human, not a dollar amount. I respect their time. I don't assume a YES. I've interacted or engaged with them dozens of times without ever asking for anything. I've supported their work in the past. I share my goals and my mission. I let them know how grateful I am for their time/consideration, even if they can't help. One thing that's the most disheartening about people who email me asking for favors, is that they do none of the above. They treat me like a step on a ladder/a way of getting ahead. They demand a response immediately. They assume a YES. They've never engaged with a single social media post. They've never supported my work. They don't share their goals. They rarely answer back after I've helped them out. E-mail etiquette is a thing y'all. Study it and implement those habits into your everyday virtual interactions. The same goes for DMs and FB messenger. There are ways to network with powerful people, you just need to learn to come correct. Feel free to drop any other tips below! Photo Credit | @dearalyne

Life is a never-ending balancing act and I get asked a lot whether travel is still fun for me since 90% of it is technically "work". Without missing a beat, I always say OF COURSE! The thing is, what I do doesn't feel like work half the time, because I'd still be taking photos and sharing stories for leisure and for friends if it weren't my job. Sure, there are days I kick my feet up and bask in my nothingness, but more often than not, I can't wait to explore a new desination, or open up my laptop to a full inbox of new opportunities! There is no greater feeling in the world than having purpose behind your passion. At the same time, I've been hustling like hell this year and I'm looking forward to a bit of personal/downtime travel and new destinations! Bali, you're my second home, but new adventures await! So tell me a place to visit before December that's warm, unique, or random!

I hope everyone finds a destination that does to them what Bali does to me 🌴 #ShortCaptionWhoDis #NoNovelToday #SecretlyHungoverButIDigress

Are we seriously in the final 3 weeks of summer already? Like most people, summer is my favorite season not only because the weather is optimal for my glo(w) 😁 but most people are in vacation mode and the good vibes are nonstop! I'm throwing things back to this photo from Lisbon, Portugal (one of my favorite European cities) and easily the best street parties in the world, sippin' on my favorite summa drank! Comment below with your favorite season & why and I'll judge, I mean, reply, in a bit! 😅 ad | #ad21+ | @Aperolusa | #AperolSpritz | #SummerSolSpritz

Life is all about balance. You see, my collar bone might be poppin, but so are the wrinkles in my skirt #bihhhbehumble #bihhhsiddown 😭 Lamar taught me. Anyyyyyways, I've been running into so many designers and architects in Bali lately and we've all been talking about the same thing. A restaurant can have the best food in the world, but if it's not photogenic, no one will ever come or hear about it. Like @cassavabali. It's a hidden gem in Canggu that I've been coming to every day to work and it's the perfect mix of delicious (and healthy) food with that Boho-Balinese vibe that make for picture-perfect moments like this one I took on my tripod. If any of you are looking into opening up a cafe, restaurant, or lounge of sorts, spend that extra mulah and make sure the interior design is poppin'. Think about it, millennials drive business with their instagrams on both a personal and professional level. Say what you want about our social media habits, but it is THE best form of marketing out there. And the goal is to make people talk about your business without you needing to encourage them to do so. This morning, a chipper Austrian man walked in and greeted us, legit wearing the biggest smile I'd ever seen. His energy was infectious and I wondered just how many coffees it took to get to that level by 8AM 😅 Turns out, he was the owner! I love that about Bali. Both locals and expats are so chill, down to Earth, and welcoming that half the time you can't tell a business owner from a tourist. And his genuine warmth led me to share this spot with all of you guys to make sure you add it to your list of restaurants in Bali. Soaking up my final few days on this island while I can and this pocket of zen has been my saving grace 💛🌴

What keeps life exciting for you? Believe it or not, even people with "dream jobs" have to find ways to stay motivated and hungry. We have lapses in creativity, random slumps, and the writer's block is real (as evident of my caption yesterday) 😅 Ways to combat this? Do something different every day. One of the best parts about this lifestyle is that no two days are the same. Sure there's routine in the mornings (the #1 key to enhancing productivity in my opinion) but after that, the day can swing however you want it. Most bloggers are a combination of writers, photographers, videographers, marketers, graphic designers, coders, SEO machines, and overall digital hustlers. It takes a lot to keep this engine running, but when you exhaust your energy doing one thing, you can always pivot and have fun doing something else. Video editing is something I really enjoy but don't have nearly enough time to dedicate more mental energy towards. For context, for every 1 video I edit, I could pump out about 10 blog posts. But don't get me wrong, blog posts can also take anywhere from 3-8 hours depending on the research and compiling of data involved. All that to say I've been shooting a lot this year and I'm working on my consistency with publishing. And hoping you guys can help hold me accountable. So here's to finishing out 2018 on a high note! What's something you do to keep work exciting for you? Even if you hate your job 😭 And what are some final goals you have for the rest of the year? Photo Credit | @adeiraleesherpa

So I spent the weekend in Singapore celebrating @dearalyne's birthday courtesy of her boyfriend @nasdaily who flew me out as a surprise to kick off her bday celebrations! I've known Alyne for a couple years, and she was the one who introduced me to Nas back in 2016. By themselves, they're driven, financially independent, and incredibly talented. Together, they're a powerhouse of inspiration, mental stimulation, and constant growth. I hope you've enjoyed my IG stories this weekend showing a bit of the behind-the-scenes into their lives, but even that doesn't feel like an accurate glimpse into the absolute dedication they have for their brands. I've said this before and I'll say it again, you won't meet a harder worker than @nasdaily. He is a literal machine. What other content creator is packing out theaters in every city they tour? His Singapore meetup was INSANE. And Alyne balances him out perfectly. Seeing the way they complement each other's styles and brands is so refreshing, and I encourage you to go to their Facebook pages and stalk their content if you don't already: "Dear Alyne" and "Nas Daily" A much needed weekend of laughter, fun, and madness courtesy of these two and I wouldn't want it any other way! Photo Credit | @rometheworld_

This past weekend, we had the audacity to come together as a collective and a community under the vibrant and bold leadership of the one and only @evierobbie, founder of @nomadnesstribe. It's been a beautiful 3 days of fellowship and fun - laughing, learning, and loving on each other the way we do best. I'm so humbled by the beauty and intelligence around me, and had the immense honor of speaking on a panel with industry legends like @wanderwomaninc and @jubril8. As the African Proverb says, "If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." So over the years, we've joined hands virtually to uplift, support, and motivate each other on our respective journeys from @kelleesetgo being the first black TV host on the @travelchannel to @thebudgetnista building a million dollar+ business teaching financial literacy to others. There is no shortage of greatness in this space, and I cannot feel more honored to be in association with people I've looked up to for years. To go from drooling over their wisdom behind a screen, to rubbing elbows on stage in real life, God is out here teasing for what's to come and what a blessing to feel like I'm stepping into my purpose more and more each day. I type this as my second @Forbes article just dropped this morning (link in bio), so if you'll excuse me, as I reduce myself to a puddle of happy tears. Evita, bless you for bringing this incredible vision to life. @audacityfest was everything and more. You put your heart into this and we are forever indebted to your unparalleled dedication to the culture. Love you! [SWIPE] for more action #notinder 😂 Photo Credit | @visuals.by.bri (thank you boo for capturing so many special moments throughout the day!) 💛