Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

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Wednesday, 12 March 2025

Influencer boom fuels demand for managers

 

Article link: The Secret Struggle Behind India's Influencer Explosion

Extract from the article:

The article delves into the exponential growth of influencers in India, with their numbers soaring to almost 5 million individuals.

This surge has created a challenge in talent management and marketing agencies that are now struggling to keep up with the demand for influencer representation.

The comparison to Finland's population hints at the sheer magnitude of this influencer boom, signifying a significant shift in India's creator economy.

The article highlights the emerging adulting issue within this expanding influencer landscape, where agencies are faced with the task of effectively managing a population equivalent to a small country.

My Take:

TEN MILLION ENTREPRENEURS ?

"Reflecting on the concept of empowering a vast number of individuals to become entrepreneurs, I can see parallels between the need to nurture 10 million entrepreneurs and the management of a burgeoning influencer population.

Just as we proposed concrete actions in the past to empower individuals through entrepreneurship education, a similar proactive approach could assist in handling the influx of influencers and their representation challenges.

Introducing structured programs to train and support these influencers akin to teaching entrepreneurship in schools could enhance the sustainability and impact of this new wave of content creators."

Who are the Unknown ?

"In addressing the issue of job creation failing to match workforce growth, the scenario outlined in the blog resonates with the struggle faced by talent management agencies in handling the vast pool of influencers.

The article's emphasis on the need for solutions to known problems aligns with the current endeavor of finding effective strategies to manage the burgeoning influencer economy.

By recognizing the challenges and actively seeking solutions to bridge gaps in employment, similar proactive measures can be adopted in managing and supporting the burgeoning influencer community."

Call to Action:

To the talent management agencies mentioned in the article, I urge you to consider implementing structured training programs and support systems for influencers to navigate the challenges of representation effectively.

By proactively addressing the adulting problem within the creator economy, you can foster a more sustainable and empowered influencer ecosystem.

Let's work towards equipping influencers with the tools and resources they need to thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape.

With regards, 

Hemen Parekh

www.My-Teacher.in

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