In today’s Vlogmas Day 25 video, I’m sitting down and sharing my real, no-fluff thoughts on how to become an influencer in 2026—based on what I’ve learned from actually showing up every day during Vlogmas. This is part recap, part pep talk, and part realistic advice for anyone who keeps waiting for the “perfect time” to start. I talk about how consistency taught me more than overthinking ever did, and why you truly don’t need to be perfect (or have a huge following) to begin building something. I also get into the mindset piece—because so much of influencing is just deciding you’re going to start and then staying consistent long enough for it to compound. I share why starting before you feel ready is usually the move, how opportunities can come from simply posting and improving as you go, and what “being consistent” can realistically look like if you’re balancing life, work, and everything else. And yes, I touch on income too—like affiliate platforms (LTK is a big one) and why setting up those basics early can help you grow into earning over time.