UGC 101 Episode 5 - Balancing UGC and a 9 to 5
Mar 28, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Mehr Rajput, a part-time UGC creator and creative strategist, shares her journey from corporate life to the UGC space while maintaining a full-time job. She provides valuable tips on personal branding and diversifying content. Mehr explains the significance of discipline and community in balancing her commitments. As trends shift toward authentic content, she emphasizes skill development and adaptability for long-term success. Her insights are both practical and motivational for aspiring creators navigating this dynamic landscape.
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From Toxic Job To First UGC Payday
- Mehr Rajput quit a toxic sales job, built a UGC portfolio during a two-week break, and landed paying clients within months.
- She earned ~$2,500 USD in her first active month and used it to cover moving expenses back to Toronto.
Maintained Corporate Role While Scaling UGC
- Mehr kept a high-paying corporate role while growing UGC part-time, later taking a creative strategist role paying competitively.
- She simultaneously runs UGC work, a mentorship, and a community called Six Figures After Five.
Trade Short-Term Fun For Momentum
- Sacrifice leisure and rely on discipline rather than motivation to build UGC part-time.
- Treat UGC like a lifestyle commitment and obsess over consistency to compound results.