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Awake Abroad Media

We are on a mission to help high-level entrepreneurs build a happier, healthier, and sustainable social media presence for their business, at any stage.

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The science behind irresistible hooks šŸŖ

Reader, It takes 3 seconds to make or break your business, so today I'm going to break down the science behind irresistible hooks. Your hook is just as important as your idea for making videos that lots of people watch. If viewers don't get hooked right away (first 3 seconds), they won't even watch the rest of your video- wasting the time and energy you put into making it! I think of the hook and the idea as the same thing. If your idea doesn't make a good hook, is it really a good idea?...

Best Amazon Prime Day DEALS For Content Creators (Video gear)

July 8, 2025 Reader, What if I told you some of the best content creator gear is on sale right now? It’s Amazon Prime Day 2025, and I’ve handpicked a few tools I actually use, to help you create better content, without the guesswork. iPhone 16 Pro: We're still filming all our videos on this. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to upgrade your phone-camera setup, this is it. FIFINE K688 Mic: This is the mic I’m using in the video you’re about to watch. Clean audio, easy setup, and it...

Professional iPhone Setup That Can Film Anything

July 5, 2025 Reader, If you’ve felt hesitant about filming with your phone, this professional iPhone setup will change your mind. In this video, I break down my high-capacity, modular iPhone 16 Pro Max setup designed for creators and entrepreneurs who want to shoot high-quality content fast, without hauling around heavy gear. Best of all its all MagSafe! Watch and learn how to turn your phone into a powerful video rig using a compact tripod, SSD storage, pro-level mics, and cinematic lens...

Batch content creating 30-posts in one day!

July 4, 2025 Reader, Two weeks ago, I shared our plan to film 214 videos in 5 weeks before heading to Europe. Well, I’m writing this from my home studio in Mexico, and here’s what’s been happening. We had a bit of a slow start. Only because we were delivering strategies for a couple of clients, and onboarding a new CEO to PBA. But this entire week has been dedicated to creating content. And here’s where we stand: Filming "The Best Content Calendar For Creators | AirTabe Tutorial + Template"...

What Nobody Tells You About Hiring Video Editors!

June 29, 2025 Reader, Here's something nobody talks about: video editors have lifespans. And most business owners have no idea how to spot the good ones from the bad ones. We've been managing hundreds of videos per month for our PBA members, and in the last 6 months alone we've worked with over 20 different editors. Some were amazing, others were complete disasters. In this conversation, Jazz and I walk you through everything we've learned about finding editors who actually deliver. The red...

Learn how to build a high-converting landing page with Kit (ConvertKit) to capture leads, boost sales, and grow your email list—step-by-step tutorial.

June 21, 2025 Reader, Most business owners believe that content on social media doesn't drive sales to their business. I agree. Views mean nothing if you don't have a lead generation system in place. In this video, I'm going to show you how to build high-converting landing page on Kit (formerly known as ConvertKit) so you can turn views into paying customers. If you you've been following the series, this is part three of the social media lead generation training I've been creating to help you...

June 20, 2025 Reader, What if I told you there are only 1000 days left of the internet as we know it? Two weeks ago while we were in Florida for the Attention Summit, we spoke to @iconicbecker, a leader in the AI clone space with over 76k followers on IG. Here’s what’s coming in 1,000 days... In 3-4 years, we won’t be using social media the same way. Nothing is real anymore. AI-generated faces, voices, and stories are making trust obsolete. The internet becomes a ā€œpost-truthā€ zone, where you...

In this insightful podcast, Miguel Bautista shares his journey from overcoming chronic fatigue syndrome to mastering content marketing and social media growth.

June 14, 2025 Reader, In this episode, Miguel Bautista shares his journey from overcoming chronic fatigue syndrome to mastering content marketing on social media. Miguel has built an international online business using organic content on social media which has opened up the doors to an abundance of opportunities for him in life and business. Get ready to learn about Miguel's mindset content workflow and guerilla marketing strategies that he uses to blow up his brand online. Watch until the...

This might be Apple’s best laptop for creators ?

June 7, 2025 Reader, M4 MacBook Air Worth It? If you’re a creator, editor, or entrepreneur wondering if this is the right upgrade for you, this video will help. I even edited the entire video on the M4 Air. In this video, I take you through my real-world review of the new 15-inch M4 MacBook Air. I bought it even though I already use an M2 Max Studio and honestly, I was shocked by what this machine can do. I tested it for video editing, content creation, multitasking, and travel—and it’s way...

Aaron Marino, Sebastian Lopez, Jazmina Lopez, Attention Summit 2025

June 6, 2025 Reader, I’ve been watching Aaron Marino since 2012. Back when he was filming YouTube videos in a dimly lit room, giving guys advice on style, grooming, and confidence. Nothing fancy. Just a guy who cared enough to put himself out there. Twelve years later, I met him in person. And the first thing I realized? None of what I thought his story would be actually matched what he shared on that stage. He didn’t start out trying to be an influencer. Or build a personal brand. Or pull in...

Make Your Videos Look 10x More Professional (Lighting Tutorial)

May 25, 2025 Reader, Think you need to buy a new camera to look professional? Think again. In this video, we show you how to make your videos look 10x more professional, with lighting. Learn our simple three-point lighting setup (key, fill, backlight) and learn how to adjust your camera or phone settings for a professional look. We’ll also cover: āœ… Color temperatureāœ… Exposure tipsāœ… How to use background lighting to reflect your brand By the end, you’ll know exactly how to light your social...