A UGC creator made an extra $25,000 in 10 months explains what it takes to start making an income: 'This is a business, not a get rich quick scheme'

Sun, 03/12/2023 - 06:30

Woman drinking juice and smiling — The hotel chain Crowne Plaza gave Aziz's family a three night stay at their Oman location in exchange for UGC work from Aziz.
Salha Aziz

Salha Aziz made nearly $25,000 in ten months creating "user-generated content," she told Insider.
She's turned making TikToks into a small business that helps her pay her mortgage and travel.
She said it's a fun and profitable job that lets her be her own boss — and others can join the hustle.

Salha Aziz, 31, has been teaching Zumba classes for ten years. When TikTok came around, she thought her dancing skills would help her build an audience on the app.