Jules Acree Of Om And The City: Finding Your Om As A Wellness Blogger and Instagram Influencer

Jules Acree of Om And The City is a rare gem. Having had to deal with being unhappy in a fashion job and wanting to delete her blog because she felt like she wasn’t making an impact, she’s become an expert on getting “unstuck”.

That led her to create Om And The City, one of the fastest growing mindful lifestyle platforms, and landing partnerships with Allbirds, Athleta and Whole Foods.

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Topics discussed in this episode:

THE BUSINESS OF SOCIAL MEDIA

What does a wellness blogger actually do?
How to run a profitable wellness blog in the oversaturated world of Instagram (it’s not too late to enter the game)
Getting compensated for your time, energy and art as a blogger
Creating sponsored content in a genuine way
Using social media to manifest a lifestyle that you want

EXPANSION

Getting unstuck and finding your “om”

CONFIDENCE

Not letting opinions stop you

FUN FACT

You’ll never believe what Jules’ first YouTube channel was dedicated to!

STRATEGY

The importance of having a plan when you quit something
From working in fashion to finding the courage to do what she loves through staying true to herself
How to give your community what they want while fulfilling your needs
How to set healthy boundaries between growing your personal brand and having personal life
Strategy VS intuition

PRODUCTIVITY

The power of monotasking

SOCIAL MEDIA

A 4-year relationship that started in 8th grade thanks to AIM messenger
The most important lesson social media has taught Jules

SELF-CARE

The power of morning and evening routines

QUOTABLES:

“Once you find your core and your center by asking yourself the tough questions, the rest unfolds around you.”

“More things don’t necessarily make you happier.”

“Sometimes you need a kick out the door to keep moving and set on the path you’re meant to be on.”

Resources:

Om And The City Blog
Saje Wellness non-toxic essential oil and home products
@omandthecity morning routine on YouTube

About Jules Acree (nee Jules Hunt):

Jules Acree (@omandthecity) is a wellness entrepreneur and creator of the mindful lifestyle blog, Om & The City. Through her platform, Jules shares real actionable advice, inspires personal growth, and empowers women to lead a meaningful life filled with love and intention. Jules has been featured on Arianna Huffington’s Thrive Global, The Daily Mail, Well+Good, mindbodygreen, and more. Beyond the blog, Jules is a certified yoga & mindfulness teacher, crazy plant lady, and proud dog mama.