What does it take to succeed as a digital influencer (or dream driver in general) in 2018? So many of us often have a plan - or a vision/dream  - but face challenges when it comes to execution a.k.a  GETTING RESULTS. We chat with Atlanta-based Mattie James -  creator of MattieJames.com. Since 2010, Mattie has collaborated with household name brands like Macy’s, Cotton, H&M, Google and many more. With a social media following of over 175,000 lifestyle enthusiasts, the "Mattie James" brand has evolved into a 360 degree brand that includes a blog , 2 podcasts, a newsletter & YouTube channel, and a variety of physical & digital products. Mattie talks her early #dreamdriving journey which includes moving to NYC after dropping out of college to moving back to Atlanta and re-discovering her love for writing and realizing she had what it took to become a "full-time influencer". Mattie talks her processes/systems for staying focused &  getting things DONE. We zero in on Mattie's keys to building an audience, the art of hustling,  profitable revenue models, networking  & relationship building tips and much more!   Join in on the conversation on social (@dreamsindrive) and make sure to use the hashtag #dreamsindrive. Enjoy! ON THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:- Mattie's early inspirations - Remaining true and authentic  - Why entrepreneurship and motherhood work for Mattie - What happened when Mattie moved to NYC to pursue her entertainment dreams - What it takes to hustle and make it - Mattie's transition from performer to digital influencer - How Mattie learned to become a strong online storyteller - Putting your money where your mouth is - Mattie's keys to building your audience and staying committed - Successfully re-branding - Mattie's most profitable income stream - Is still feasible for newbies to work with brands? - Building relationships...and more ENTER OUR GIVEAWAY OF THE WEEK: www.dreamsindrive.com/win SHOW NOTES: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/mattie-james JOIN OUR DREAM DRIVER FACEBOOK GROUP: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/facebook FIND MATTIE JAMES ON: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/themattiejames Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/themattiejames Site: http://www.mattiejames.com FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dreamsindrive Twitter: http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive Web: http://www.dreamsindrive.com FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv JOIN THE #DREAMSINDRIVE COMMUNITY: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/JOIN BOOK A COACHING SESSION: http://www.dreamsindrive.com/session