Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast

Maddy Garrett
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Welcome to the side of the internet where we get paid to travel. In this podcast, I will teach you how to create UGC content so you can work part-time creating fun content and spend the majority of your days exploring the world, rather than sitting at a desk. All while making MORE money than we did at our soul-sucking 9-5. Does that sound like a dream? Well, it’s my reality and it can be yours too.  I’m your host Maddy Garrett, your UGC Travel Bestie. I help everyday people just like you start their own UGC digital nomad business so that they can achieve this kind of life-changing freedom, too. I’ve taught over 2,000 students in my Masterclasses, Programs, and 1:1 Coaching, and I educate my audience of 40,000+ ambitious dreamers daily on social media.  So tune in every week so you can quit your job and start getting paid to travel.

  1. 18H AGO

    47: The BEST Ways to Become a Full Time Travel Creator (So You Can Quit Your Job)

    If you’ve ever wondered how the hell creators actually make money without having 100K followers and are able to do this full time?  This episode is your cheat code.  Today is a episode swap with Laura Haley from the Travel Creator Podcast to talk about monetization as a content creator — UGC, affiliate, influencer partnerships, group trips, digital products… all of it. And she’s here to tell you exactly what works right now — especially if you’re a travel creator trying to make this your full-time thing. We dive into: The REAL ways content creators make moneyMaddy breaks down every single path she’s used over the years: UGC (user-generated content)Micro-influencer partnershipsAffiliate marketingHosting group tripsDigital products + coachingIf you’ve been thinking you need a massive audience to monetize — this episode will change your mind.  Why UGC is the BEST place to start (especially for travel creators)Growing into bigger monetization as content creators Are group trips worth it for travel creators? Why Digital products are the most underrated monetization toolConnect with Laura: Travel Creator PodcastFollow her @travelcontentwritingCheck our her membership: Sign up for UGC Basecamp! Grab the lifetime discount before March 31st and start building a more sustainable UGC business. 🔗 Join here: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30#landing-page  💻 Save 30% Use code:  SAVE30 For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    1h 4m

  2. MAR 16

    46: Use This Stupid Simple Strategy to Double Your UGC Income Overnight

    Want a super simple way to increase your income as a UGC creator and land bigger brand deals?  In this quick tip episode, I share a powerful strategy for creators who are already booking work and want to scale their UGC business, make more per client, and move toward becoming a full time creator. If your goal is to land paid brand deals, get paid to travel, and grow your creator income, this one small change can make a big difference. Here is my UGC Rate Card & Package Generator, which helps creators: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/offers/jdzGVFRe/checkout  • Set their base rates • Price add-ons and usage • Build brand packages • Feel confident pitching brands If you want help structuring your rates and landing higher paying UGC brand deals, grab the generator here is the UGC Rate Card and Package Generator  For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    7 min

  3. MAR 9

    45: These 3 Things will Get You to $5k Months as A UGC Creator (+ New UGC Community Launch)!!

    Join UGC Basecamp as a founding member (discount code in episode!!)  Ever see a creator say they made $3K–$5K in a month with UGC and immediately think… what am I doing wrong?  If you’re trying to grow as a UGC creator, land consistent brand deals, or build a sustainable content creation business (especially in Travel UGC), this episode is your reminder that there is no magic hack — but there are three things that will change everything. In This Episode I break down the 3 C’s that help UGC creators scale their business: 1. Confidence Stop chasing the “one hack” for success. The real key is building the mindset of a $5K+ per month UGC creator and trusting your own strategy. 2. Consistency UGC is a business. That means showing up to pitch brands, film content, and work on your content creation even when motivation is low. 3. Community Trying to grow a UGC business alone is hard. Having other creators for accountability, feedback, and support can make the difference between staying stuck and scaling. ✨ Sign Up For  UGC Basecamp – My new membership designed to help creators grow through confidence, consistency, and community. Inside you’ll get: Weekly pitching hoursGroup coaching callsAccountability partnersContent review sessionsCreator community + in-person meetupsSpecial Launch Offer You can join UGC Basecamp as a founding member and get 40% off for life. Use code: SAVE40 Offer ends March 31, 2026. For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    13 min

  4. MAR 2

    44: How to Get a Free Vacation this Summer Using UGC

    Want to get paid to travel and lock in free Airbnb stays or free hotel stays by this summer without being an influencer? Today, I’m giving you the exact 5-step method I use as a content creator to travel for free. We are talking about the  5 steps to get a free vacation with UGC and content creation.  I’m walking you through the exact system I use to land free stays — and this is the same strategy my students use to secure gifted trips all over the world. We’re covering: How to create hotel/Airbnb sample content (even if you’ve never done it before)How to choose which stays to pitchHow to build a high-converting pitch deck (yes, I’m giving you the template)Where to find properties to contactWhat to say in your DM + email pitchHow to structure your content offer so it’s a fair value exchangeDownload my FREE Pitch Template and use it to land your next paid stay.  For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    14 min

  5. FEB 23

    43: How This UGC Creator 9x’d Her Income in 6 Months: Interview w/ Student Goldie Choi

    Join the waitlist for Pando-  a high-quality UGC marketplace designed for both brands and creators. If you’re a UGC creator wondering whether this can actually turn into a real business… this one’s for you. Six months ago, Goldie was capping at $2K months.  Last February? She made $1,350. This February? She’s sitting at $9,890. Same creator. Same niche.  Different systems. Different boundaries. Different mindset. In today’s episode, I’m re-interviewing Goldie (go listen to Episode 17 first if you haven’t 👀) and we’re breaking down exactly how she scaled her UGC business, raised her rates, landed retainers, and built real stability as a full-time content creator. What We Talk About 💸 From $50 Videos to $500 Minimums Goldie shares: Starting at $50–$200 per videoRaising her base rate to $500 minimum for organic usageHow she structures pricing for ad usage & whitelistingWhy negotiation strategy changed everythingOkay… here’s the fun part. Goldie and I are building Pando — a high-quality UGC marketplace designed for both brands and creators. What makes it different? Brands apply + are vettedCreators apply + are vettedNo race-to-the-bottom pricingMinimum rates enforcedStreamlined workflow inside the platformBuilt-in systems for ad usage tracking + metricsPassive discovery (brands find you — not constant applying)It’s the platform we wis Sign up for UGC Basecamp! Grab the lifetime discount before March 31st and start building a more sustainable UGC business. 🔗 Join here: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30#landing-page  💻 Save 30% Use code:  SAVE30 For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    1h 1m

  6. FEB 16

    42: The 5 Things $10k/m UGC Creators Do

    If you want to get paid to travel, land consistent paid brand deals, and scale your income as a content creator, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down the five real shifts that took me (and my students) from inconsistent $2K months to consistent $10K months with UGC. These aren’t hacks — these are the strategic moves that actually grow your business. We talk about how to build a portfolio that attracts higher-paying brands, why raising your rates is essential, and the exact systems that help you scale without burning out. I’m also sharing mindset shifts, UGC tips, and business strategies that separate beginner creators from full-time earners. If you’ve been stuck in inconsistent income or ready to level up your paid brand deals, this episode will show you what to focus on next. In this episode: How to build social proof that attracts better brand dealsWhy raising your “floor” is key to earning moreHow tracking your time helps you scale fasterThe secret to consistent income: returning clientsSystems that help content creators grow to $10K monthsMexico UGC Retreat, Anyone? 🌴 Guyssss I’m hosting a UGC Retreat in Mexico this April and it’s literally designed to help you build your travel portfolio while living it up with the girlies.  We’ll be shooting content, staying at a stunning Airbnb, going on adventures, and creating the kind of assets that actually help you land travel partnerships. If you’re serious about leveling up as a content creator and stepping into your “paid to travel” era, come join us. Spots are limited (and already filling), so grab yours before they’re gone. If you have questions, DM me on Instagram Sign up for UGC Basecamp! Grab the lifetime discount before March 31st and start building a more sustainable UGC business. 🔗 Join here: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30#landing-page  💻 Save 30% Use code:  SAVE30 For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    26 min

  7. FEB 9

    41: Consistency is Key: The Real Stories of 3 Creators Who are 6+ Months into their UGC Journeys

    Today I’m doing something I’ve never done before: a group interview with three of my past students who are actively building real, sustainable UGC businesses. We’re pulling back the curtain on what the UGC journey actually looks like — the wins, the dry spells, the imposter syndrome, the “is this even working?” moments… and the breakthroughs that happen when you don’t quit. If you’re a content creator, aspiring UGC coach, or someone who wants to turn content creation into paid travel and consistent income, this episode is a must-listen. ✨ What We Cover in This Episode How Morgan, Hailey, and Rachel actually got started with UGC (no overnight success stories here)What it feels like to land your first paid UGC deal — and what happens afterWhy inconsistent income is normal in UGC (and how to not spiral when it happens)The biggest mindset shifts that helped them keep goingHow pitching, negotiating, and confidence evolve over timeTurning one-off UGC deals into long-term, repeat clientsHow to build a UGC business with 5–10 hours a weekThe truth about getting paid to travel through content creationWhat they’d tell themselves if they were just starting out againThis is a real conversation about building a UGC business brick by brick — not just highlight reels. 💸 Real Numbers, Real Growth You’ll hear exactly: How much they’re making monthly with UGCTheir biggest UGC deals so farHow many hours they’re actually workingTheir income goals for the year (and why they’re 100% achievable)Follow them on Instagram! Mor Sign up for UGC Basecamp! Grab the lifetime discount before March 31st and start building a more sustainable UGC business. 🔗 Join here: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30#landing-page  💻 Save 30% Use code:  SAVE30 For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    54 min

  8. FEB 2

    40: The Fear of Pitching to Brands and How to Overcome it by Training Your Subconscious

    Today is a mindset episode.  I’m breaking down why pitching feels so scary for so many UGC creators, what your subconscious is doing behind the scenes, and how to finally move past the fear that’s keeping you stuck. If you’re a content creator, travel influencer, or aspiring UGC creator who wants to start pitching brands confidently, this one’s a must-listen. In this episode, we get into: Why fear of pitching brands is completely normal as a UGC creatorHow imposter syndrome shows up when you start pitchingThe subconscious beliefs that make you doubt your worth and pricingWhy rejection is actually part of the job (and how to build resilience fast)How your beliefs directly affect how often you pitch — and your resultsThe mindset shift that helps you show up consistently, even when brands say noWhy success in UGC isn’t about one “yes,” but about becoming resilientThis Perfect for you if you are: A UGC creator scared to start pitching brandsA content creator struggling with imposter syndromeA travel influencer wanting to land paid UGC dealsAnyone interested in becoming a UGC coach or building a sustainable UGC businessYou got this!! 3 For Talented A.F. Podcast Production: Follow: @yourgirlmedia Find us: www.yourgirlmedia.com  30% off for LIFE — Join by March 31st: UGC Basecamp exists for the creator who knows she's capable of more but keeps getting in her own way — whether that's inconsistent pitching, undercharging, or just feeling totally alone in the process. It's the community that turns "I think I can do this" into "I can't believe this is my business now." Ready to start hitting consistent 4-figure months? Use code 'SAVE30' at checkout: https://app.heartbeat.chat/ugcmastermind/invitation?code=4AFJA2&promo_code=SAVE30  Follow Me on Instagram: @maddyoutdoors.coach 3-Month UGC Accelerator Program: https://maddyoutdoors.mykajabi.com/ugc-accelerator Free UGC Masterclass: I've distilled my 3-month process into an easy-to-understand training that will give you clarity on your next steps to becoming a successful UGC creator, so you can work less and travel more! https://maddygarrett.myflodesk.com/accelerator-masterclas FREE 50+ UGC Ad Examples Library

    15 min
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Welcome to the side of the internet where we get paid to travel. In this podcast, I will teach you how to create UGC content so you can work part-time creating fun content and spend the majority of your days exploring the world, rather than sitting at a desk. All while making MORE money than we did at our soul-sucking 9-5. Does that sound like a dream? Well, it’s my reality and it can be yours too.  I’m your host Maddy Garrett, your UGC Travel Bestie. I help everyday people just like you start their own UGC digital nomad business so that they can achieve this kind of life-changing freedom, too. I’ve taught over 2,000 students in my Masterclasses, Programs, and 1:1 Coaching, and I educate my audience of 40,000+ ambitious dreamers daily on social media.  So tune in every week so you can quit your job and start getting paid to travel.

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  • Creator
    Maddy Garrett
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast
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    Paid To Travel: The UGC Podcast

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