Connecting with your Audience Beyond Viral Trends with Marcel Floruss, Creator, Founder of One Dapper Street and Creative Director of Aetos Apparel
The Partnership EconomyShow Notes
When Marcel Floruss started his blog in 2013, it was because he had a passion for men’s apparel and fashion. Over the following years, he has built a massive audience on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube- with over 1 million subscribers on YouTube alone. He and host Dave Yovanno discuss Marcel’s journey as a creator, his connection with his audience and how he leveraged his success to become the Creative Director of Aetos Apparel. They also discuss the differences between social platforms, tips for brands and creators looking to build partnerships, and the importance of not seeking virality just for the sake of it.
This podcast episode was produced by Quill.
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