I usually participate in online groups by being both a contributor and a listener. For example, in campus forums or class discussion boards, I’ll share helpful resources, summarize key points from lectures, or answer questions when I can. In food pages or social media groups, I tend to post reviews, share photos, or comment with tips when I’ve tried a recipe or restaurant. I also make an effort to respond positively to others’ posts to keep the community supportive and engaging.

One time I wrote a detailed product review on Amazon for a kitchen tool I use often. Instead of just saying whether I liked it, I broke down the pros and cons, compared it to a similar product I had tried, and gave practical tips for getting the best results with it. Other shoppers found it helpful because it was specific and honest—within a week, over 50 people had marked it as ‘helpful.’ That experience showed me the value of writing clearly, thinking about the audience’s needs, and adding extra details that make the content useful to others.

I have filmed over 100 Instagram reel videos for a niche creator. I also have training in photography and filming.