Quality over volume
I didn't buy a list or blast a database. I sourced and vetted every Creator by hand, 800+ across 2 cohorts, focused on the 10K to 100K range. The goal was never the most Creators. It was the right ones, making content people actually want to watch.
A 3 to 4 touch follow-up, and a real conversation before ever asking for a commitment. That's why the close rate held at 63% across both cohorts.
A program Creators wanted to stay in
Weekly sessions with guest speakers, 1:1 support, and a community where Creators actually got to know each other. At the end, 93% said the best part was connection with other Creators.
She joined at 44K followers. 3 weeks into the program, using the tactics from our guest sessions and the product itself, she hit 120K. To celebrate, I had a custom skateboard made around her brand. She filmed herself opening it and cried.