Influence used to be a different type of ‘currency’. Back then, before the internet blew up, credibility and reputation weren’t easily acquired through simply posting aesthetic images or quirky, viral videos, but through hard work, testimonies, and track records. The bookstore and local libraries were the ‘Googles’ of the old days, and the big wigs and known people in suits were the first ‘Influencers’.

Gone are the times when you had to be a tried, tested, and tempered entrepreneur to receive the acclaim and support of thousands, sometimes even hundreds of thousands, of admirers. The rise of Social Media influencers marks an inflection point in history where more of the traditional practices most of us have come to grow up with have started ‘digitizing’. To be fair, this ongoing shift has produced some very good names who are great at what they do, and you might just need to check a couple of them out if you really want to get your bearings on social media, especially when starting out.

Know The Names

Tristan Ahumada

Founder of several high profile companies, including A Brilliant Tribe, The Organization, Drunk on Social, and Lab Coat Agents, Tristan is a world-leading real estate-professional-turned-influencer who wants to make a change one process at a time. Tristan was able to build his own empire at a young age and is now wanting to digitize and make his practice and career more relevant and impactful to more people, professionals and amateurs alike. A proven entrepreneur and successful businessman, Tristan is a good example of how you can seamlessly blend moral values with grit and wise decision-making.

Follow and learn more about Tristan on Instagram and TikTok.

Jeff Pfitzer

Jeff is a known name within the real estate lending industry in the USA and is an influential leader in the mortgage space. New to the whole influencer space, Jeff is constantly on the lookout for creating differentiating strategies to stand out and earn more business. Jeff is keen on trying out new trends each time they pop up, which is akin to his adventurous spirit and progressive way of thinking. Content creation, primarily short videos, is one of his specialties, and you can definitely learn a thing or two by simply browsing his video catalog.

Follow and learn more about Jeff on TikTok and Instagram.

London Lazerson

You might be familiar with London – he’s the dude that many people say looks like Macaulay Culkin! More than that, London is a TikTok megastar, now with over 8.3 million followers. London came to be known for his viral and comedic content, which later became his blueprint and brand niche. Eldest of five siblings and born in South Jordan, London has directed, produced, and edited thousands of entertaining videos.

You can follow and learn the most about London on TikTok and YouTube.

Kennedy Hart

Born in Brooklyn, New York, ‘King’ Kennedy Hart is a growing TikToker with a following that’s now over 650k strong. Kennedy came onto the scene in 2019 and often recreated popular songs at his fans’ request. Kennedy has a passion for music – an interest he used to build a unique and compelling Social Media brand. A self-made leader and communications expert, Kennedy Hart is a key figure you should check out if you want to grow online while following a field you’re really passionate about.

Learn more about Kennedy Hart and check out some of his works on TikTok and Beacons.

Gigi Robinson

Gigi is a leading champion in health advocacy fields and has taken strong stances on the intersection of digital technology and thought leadership in the creator economy. At just 24 years old, Gigi is already making waves as an influencer who speaks up for upholding mental health and introduces new ways for aspiring influencers to add an entrepreneurial touch to their efforts. Gigi is a busy girl, but she also always has time to squeeze in time for family and friends.

Follow Gigi on both TikTok and Instagram.

Keenya Kelly

Keenya is the CEO of You Brand It – a marketing and consulting firm based in San Diego, CA. Keenya loves nothing more than to help her clients understand the value of marketing for their business through online video. Keenya, hilariously, said that she discovered TikTok in 2020, deducing that the platform made for a viable marketing channel during the pandemic. Keenya has managed to grow her following from 0 to more than 400k followers in just 12 months and has helped her clients reach millions.

Reach out and follow Keenya on TikTok and Facebook.

Dylan Huey

Dylan is perhaps the youngest influencer on this list. At just 21, Dylan has made himself out to be a multi-faceted professional who talks the talk and walks the walk. As a creator, he has garnered over a million cumulative followers on Social Media under his unique moniker, ‘Rodin Flash’. To add, Dylan is also a TEDx speaker and runs three different tech startups, as well as a Social Media content creation organization called Reach that spans five different universities.

Learn more about Dylan on his Website or TikTok.

Austin Armstrong

Austin Armstrong is a lifelong digital marketer, public speaker, and CEO of SocialtyPro – a digital marketing agency specializing in TikTok marketing for businesses and SEO. Austin has over 740k followers on TikTok and has also begun branching out to YouTube. Austin loves helping individuals and companies grow their online presence to generate brand awareness, customers, and thought leadership. This man is literally the embodiment of ‘creative sales’ techniques.

Follow Austin on TikTok and Facebook.

The Wrap

There are many good influencers out there, but for us, these are some of the most flexible ones that you should start with. You might be familiar with some of them, while others might be completely new to your ear. Social Media can be an advantageous space, but it’s also rather fickle and easily swayed. As such, you have to know who to follow and stick with so that your own Social Media decisions are at least guided.

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