I’ve never sold anything online, but I shared my experience taking advantage of the Build-A-Bear offer on Teddy Bear Day, and it actually sparked a lot of interest. People asked for more details and said they’d try it when the offer came around again.

Even though I wasn’t trying to sell anything, I learned that sharing personal experiences in a genuine, non-salesy way can still influence others and create engagement, especially when it’s something relatable or a good deal.

My video creation process usually starts with random ideas that come to me from my hobbies, daily life, trending content or in the shower. I like to write down my ideas, visualize how I want the final video to look, note how I would use any trend or give it a twist, and plan out how I’ll film it so I have a clear guide when I start creating.

One piece of my content that got more engagement than usual was my video trying an F1 simulator with a voiceover, it felt like a mini vlog of the day, and the funny narration paired with the popular topic of Formula 1 made it really relatable and entertaining.

Another was my video about getting a Build-A-Bear for $9 on Teddy Bear Day; it did well because it was a quick, informative vlog that shared a fun deal people could take advantage of, especially for gifting or special occasions.