A Rant About Snobby Creatives and Social ‘Celebrities’

Day 16 of 31

This blog post is a bit more serious than the previous silly, light-hearted ones (but if you know me or follow this blog, you know this isn’t unusual at all.) Also, another warning, it’s gonna get a bit ranty up in here!

Since entering the creative world a few years ago after college, I’ve noticed a stank, vomit-inducing, high-level case of snobbery among creatives. This is not new nor is it exclusive to just the creative world, but I’m speaking from my own experience.

Basically there’s this “I’m better than you because [shallow reasons]” vibe going around and I can’t stand it. This empty elitism is further strengthened by social media…because followers. If your follower count is not in the thousands, it’s like folks won’t deem you worthy of basic respect. It’s so gross.

I’m steadily working towards my goals and I can tell you there are people who have treated me like I was nothing when I first started and are suddenly my supporters now that I’ve “proven” myself. There are no hard feelings, I’m always happy for the support. But as I climb up this proverbial ladder of success, I frequently come across professionals who will dismiss other professionals, deeming them “lesser,” just because they aren’t popular. I’ve seen people contemplate whether or not to follow someone back on Instagram because of follower count. Yes, I have heard actual adult people discuss not associating themselves with another because of low follower counts and low blog traffic. DEEZ-GUST-ING

“No basics allowed!”

“You can’t sit with us!”

These are the SM captions used by grown-ass people. Are we in high school?

Social media, popularity, social circles, and titles are all bullshit when it comes to your worth as a human being. Don’t wait on some stupid follower count or social relationship before you start considering yourself worthy enough for opportunities, support, access, and, most importantly, respect.

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Opportunities, connections, and good timing can change your life or elevate your business, but it means nothing if you don’t have a sense of self. Everything else is surface, but your confidence can be untouchable if you build it up to be.  Know that you are worthy of all that you work hard for. “Fame” is fleeting, but integrity and passion can last a lifetime.

Also, fame does not always mean fortune, so folks with higher social capital are probably just as broke as you are. Real talk.

I just wanted to write this because I’m sick of seeing popular “cool kids” of social media (or just the real life social scene) bully others for not being “popping” enough. During my Book Expo Chicago trip, I met too many aspiring writers who said they feel too intimidated to pursue their dream because they don’t have the right connections or clout.  Don’t let your lack of experience or resources scare you! Keep working on what you believe in until you are satisfied, and then keep working some more to surprise yourself.

I say all of this because I know how it is to feel inadequate. I know how it feels to have people belittle your vision.

Quick story time (All names have been changed): Years ago I had a popular/cool/successful/all-around-social-darling friend named Sam. Sam was nice. However, Sam did look down on others who weren’t “on their level,” but nonetheless Sam liked me. Sam liked me because of my “potential” to be as cool as they are. Sam’s friends did not see my potential, though. One particular friend, Alex, didn’t think I was popular or successful enough to treat with respect. Alex was a bitch. Alex treated me like shit every time we interacted. A year later, my writing career advanced and I wrote a huge story. Alex was impressed. Alex was now following me on Twitter. Alex wanted to be friends. FUCK ALEX.

You see, my worth didn’t suddenly appear now that I wrote a big story. I’ve always considered myself a great writer. I didn’t need Alex’s approval. I didn’t need to see the number of likes to know that I am worthy of access and opportunity. Does support make me feel good and motivated? Of course. But it doesn’t make or break my value.

You are worthy. You are valued. You are loved. Just because the world doesn’t see your magic, doesn’t mean it isn’t there. Excuse the aggressive passion in this post. It just pains me to see how this snobbery affects the mental health of so many aspiring/upcoming creatives. Twitter famous folks send their fans to attack unpopular users who disagree with anything they say or do. Insecure elites try to bully or shade aspiring creatives for trying to fulfill their goals. It’s annoying, tired, and pathetic. It really says more about them than it does about the folks they look down upon. Plus, their claim to fame heavily relies on the “basics” who follow them.  Ain’t that ironic?! Surely their fan base isn’t made up of other A-listers, as that group is just oh so select and exclusive. Point is, we all started somewhere and most times that place was not on top.

Shout out to all the influential, inspiring, and highly successful movers and shakers out there who encourage and motivate others.  Shout out to all the powerhouses out there who don’t have to dim another’s light to shine brighter. Shout out to all the good hearts out there, who return to the love that’s given to them on the daily.

Stay humble, stay confident, stay kind.
Check out tomorrow’s post (it won’t be ranty!) Thanks for staying with me. #BlogEverydayInMay