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Delusional: Confessions from One Intern's Rise to CEO
I Have a I Built a Global Influencer Agency with No Roadmap
Samantha Zink has witnessed the chaos of the fashion PR world in NYC and the wild, unpredictable nature of influencer management. Now, she’s ready to spill the tea. In Delusional, Samantha shares her unfiltered journey from working in fashion PR to taking a leap of faith and risking it all to start her own influencer talent agency, all because a little voice inside told her she deserved to take a chance on herself for once, that she was meant for something more extraordinary.
A running theme in her story, Samantha trusted her intuition, and got to work. She founded and became the CEO of Zink Talent, a global talent agency for influencers and digital creators. In Delusional, she dishes on everything from starting an agency with no money, signing clients, navigating brand deals, building her team, the evolution of social media creators, and the truth that no one shares about influencers and the industry.
Part juicy tell-all, part practical guide, this book is a must-read for any young professional who's ever dreamed of taking a chance on themselves and starting a business, or for anyone who’s simply interested in the real world behind the social media industry. Samantha holds nothing back as she shares the lessons she’s learned on her path to success, such
Trusting your instincts and embracing your “delusional” sideAdapting to industry changes and finding your unique opportunityCultivating a strong sense of self and finding your soul purposeUsing your platform and influence for goodSamantha also gets real about the personal struggles that she’s had along the way, from finding herself in her twenties, to falling into the NYC party scene, to the challenges of dating as a powerful woman, and to the heartbreak of losing a loved one. Through her own experiences, she shows us that it’s OK to be a work in progress, as long as you never stop striving for your dreams, and more importantly, that you never stop believing in your dreams—and in yourself.
With a voice that feels like your wiser, funnier, older sister, Samantha is the mentor you’ve always wanted on your journey to finding fulfillment and your own soul purpose. So, grab a latte (or a glass of wine, we won't judge), settle in, and get ready to laugh, cry, and learn from the confessions of a true industry insider. Delusional is the unfiltered, unapologetic guide to making it in the influencer world that you've been waiting for.
Samantha Zink has witnessed the chaos of the fashion PR world in NYC and the wild, unpredictable nature of influencer management. Now, she’s ready to spill the tea. In Delusional, Samantha shares her unfiltered journey from working in fashion PR to taking a leap of faith and risking it all to start her own influencer talent agency, all because a little voice inside told her she deserved to take a chance on herself for once, that she was meant for something more extraordinary.
A running theme in her story, Samantha trusted her intuition, and got to work. She founded and became the CEO of Zink Talent, a global talent agency for influencers and digital creators. In Delusional, she dishes on everything from starting an agency with no money, signing clients, navigating brand deals, building her team, the evolution of social media creators, and the truth that no one shares about influencers and the industry.
Part juicy tell-all, part practical guide, this book is a must-read for any young professional who's ever dreamed of taking a chance on themselves and starting a business, or for anyone who’s simply interested in the real world behind the social media industry. Samantha holds nothing back as she shares the lessons she’s learned on her path to success, such
Trusting your instincts and embracing your “delusional” sideAdapting to industry changes and finding your unique opportunityCultivating a strong sense of self and finding your soul purposeUsing your platform and influence for goodSamantha also gets real about the personal struggles that she’s had along the way, from finding herself in her twenties, to falling into the NYC party scene, to the challenges of dating as a powerful woman, and to the heartbreak of losing a loved one. Through her own experiences, she shows us that it’s OK to be a work in progress, as long as you never stop striving for your dreams, and more importantly, that you never stop believing in your dreams—and in yourself.
With a voice that feels like your wiser, funnier, older sister, Samantha is the mentor you’ve always wanted on your journey to finding fulfillment and your own soul purpose. So, grab a latte (or a glass of wine, we won't judge), settle in, and get ready to laugh, cry, and learn from the confessions of a true industry insider. Delusional is the unfiltered, unapologetic guide to making it in the influencer world that you've been waiting for.
174 pages, Hardcover
Published October 1, 2024
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November 15, 2024
Great book!
Interesting, engaging, flawless, well developed, and more are the words that I would use to describe this wonderful book. The author did an incredible job when writing this fascinating and psychological thriller that was based into the deep and intricate layers of the human mind. I really loved how this book embraced a character that found himself trapped into a series of strange events that would challenge his trajectory.
One of the main things that made this book stand out was the interesting and gripping themes, such as the fragility, the perception, the amazing power of the subconscious, and the many consequences of the different traumas that a person could suffer throughout his lifespan. Overall, I would recommend this book to all readers looking for an enjoyable read, with an intricate and psychological plot, with a mix of thrilling narrative, thought provoking read, and thrilling narrative twists.
Interesting, engaging, flawless, well developed, and more are the words that I would use to describe this wonderful book. The author did an incredible job when writing this fascinating and psychological thriller that was based into the deep and intricate layers of the human mind. I really loved how this book embraced a character that found himself trapped into a series of strange events that would challenge his trajectory.
One of the main things that made this book stand out was the interesting and gripping themes, such as the fragility, the perception, the amazing power of the subconscious, and the many consequences of the different traumas that a person could suffer throughout his lifespan. Overall, I would recommend this book to all readers looking for an enjoyable read, with an intricate and psychological plot, with a mix of thrilling narrative, thought provoking read, and thrilling narrative twists.
November 14, 2024
Incredible Story
This is a clear example of those books that hook the reader from the cover; I felt hooked with this book from the beginning because I am personally entering an age where I need to be calm in my professional career, not to rush and believe in myself, and this book was the perfect excuse to take a breath and just let things go. Likewise, I consider that reading this kind of inspiring stories are always necessary. I think it is very important because having serenity in the work aspect will also bring balance in the rest of our areas. The narrative used by the author is incredible which brings the reader closer to the book and makes him identify with it, because he does not feel it as a distant story but as something he can recreate himself. It is a touching story and highly recommended!
This is a clear example of those books that hook the reader from the cover; I felt hooked with this book from the beginning because I am personally entering an age where I need to be calm in my professional career, not to rush and believe in myself, and this book was the perfect excuse to take a breath and just let things go. Likewise, I consider that reading this kind of inspiring stories are always necessary. I think it is very important because having serenity in the work aspect will also bring balance in the rest of our areas. The narrative used by the author is incredible which brings the reader closer to the book and makes him identify with it, because he does not feel it as a distant story but as something he can recreate himself. It is a touching story and highly recommended!
November 8, 2024
A must-read for today's business world. Businesses nowadays need to find the best marketing strategy, and influencer marketing is key. This book opens up perspectives on how the world of influencer marketing works. Samantha Zink shares all the knowledge she has gained from her early days to her current role as CEO. What I appreciate most is that she shares her experience honestly, discussing not only the positives but also the challenges. I believe that understanding and knowing the challenges will help you avoid future mistakes or setbacks and will encourage you to stay on track and persevere. Her writing style is engaging, and her honesty and passion are noticeable, making this book a valuable source of knowledge and learning.
November 12, 2024
Inspiring book
This book inspired me in an unimaginable way, it really pushed me to believe in myself and helped me to take risks regardless of the outcome.
The author places an important emphasis on her own experiences, challenges and lessons learned throughout her personal and professional life. What caught my attention the most was the moment where she talks about persistence to reach our dreams and goals, even if we see it as impossible, we have to take the risk and take that leap.
This book definitely helped me to lose that fear, gain confidence and have the courage to open those doors in a highly competitive world.
So, after reading this guide, I just have to tell you: take a risk, ask for a raise, ask questions and don't be afraid. It will change your life!
This book inspired me in an unimaginable way, it really pushed me to believe in myself and helped me to take risks regardless of the outcome.
The author places an important emphasis on her own experiences, challenges and lessons learned throughout her personal and professional life. What caught my attention the most was the moment where she talks about persistence to reach our dreams and goals, even if we see it as impossible, we have to take the risk and take that leap.
This book definitely helped me to lose that fear, gain confidence and have the courage to open those doors in a highly competitive world.
So, after reading this guide, I just have to tell you: take a risk, ask for a raise, ask questions and don't be afraid. It will change your life!
November 12, 2024
You can do it, trust
In Delusional, written by Samantha Zink, you’ll find a series of insights that will help you realize that, despite adversity and what others may think, you can always achieve what you set out to do in life simply by learning to trust yourself and your instincts.
In my opinion, the author’s main message is that there is no universal manual for starting your own business, because each company has its own unique challenges. It’s about believing in yourself, giving your best, and doing things the right way with caution and a clear vision of where you want to go. The author emphasizes that you will face criticism, doubts, and adversities, but we must have the ability to turn these obstacles into strengths. So, trust yourself you can do it.
In Delusional, written by Samantha Zink, you’ll find a series of insights that will help you realize that, despite adversity and what others may think, you can always achieve what you set out to do in life simply by learning to trust yourself and your instincts.
In my opinion, the author’s main message is that there is no universal manual for starting your own business, because each company has its own unique challenges. It’s about believing in yourself, giving your best, and doing things the right way with caution and a clear vision of where you want to go. The author emphasizes that you will face criticism, doubts, and adversities, but we must have the ability to turn these obstacles into strengths. So, trust yourself you can do it.
November 14, 2024
An inspiring Story
Delusional tells the story of Samantha Zink, from her beginnings in the fashion industry in New York to the creation and founding of her company Zinc Talent, which is a global company for influencers and digital creators. It is an easy to read and understand book with some humor, where the author tells everything she had to go through. While reading, you can see the desire to want to share her story and thus help those who want to follow that path, not only tells the good, she also shares the adversities she had to go through. Samanta Zinc's story is inspiring, it is a clear example that with desire everything is possible, that the only limit we have as people are ourselves.
Delusional tells the story of Samantha Zink, from her beginnings in the fashion industry in New York to the creation and founding of her company Zinc Talent, which is a global company for influencers and digital creators. It is an easy to read and understand book with some humor, where the author tells everything she had to go through. While reading, you can see the desire to want to share her story and thus help those who want to follow that path, not only tells the good, she also shares the adversities she had to go through. Samanta Zinc's story is inspiring, it is a clear example that with desire everything is possible, that the only limit we have as people are ourselves.
November 15, 2024
great book!
Reading this book was very inspiring and pleasant. I found very enjoyable how the author, Samantha Zink, shares her personal experience while becoming a CEO with some learnings and advices from her path to get there. One of the things I liked the most about this book is the writing style. It is written in a very fast paced, easy to understand, engaging way and it includes every detail about Zink’s experience. It feels very familiar and personal, and I feel I’ve known Zink since forever.
I would truly recommend this book for those people who are aiming to start a new business, take any risk, or simply want to feel inspired by a woman who fought for her dreams.
Reading this book was very inspiring and pleasant. I found very enjoyable how the author, Samantha Zink, shares her personal experience while becoming a CEO with some learnings and advices from her path to get there. One of the things I liked the most about this book is the writing style. It is written in a very fast paced, easy to understand, engaging way and it includes every detail about Zink’s experience. It feels very familiar and personal, and I feel I’ve known Zink since forever.
I would truly recommend this book for those people who are aiming to start a new business, take any risk, or simply want to feel inspired by a woman who fought for her dreams.
November 16, 2024
After reading Delusional by Samantha Zink, I felt deeply inspired to pursue my dreams. It is a compelling journey that chronicles her path from a fashion intern to the CEO of Zink. She shares her unfiltered experience navigating the chaotic world of fashion, the rise of social media, and the challenges of building a business from the ground up. By reading this book, I learned the importance of trusting one's intuition, taking risks, and embracing a "delusional" perspective, which is essentially the belief in oneself despite doubt and adversity. I truly believe, based on this book, that the best way to pursue one's dreams is through perseverance, resilience, and the power of positive thinking.
November 8, 2024
“Delusional: Confessions from One Intern's Rise to CEO” is definitely a work that deeply inspired me. Samantha shares her journey from humble beginnings in the fashion industry in New York to becoming the CEO of Zink Talent, a global agency for influencers and digital creators. One of the fascinating things about this book is that it doesn't follow a traditional path, there is no clear plan, just the certainty that she had to bet on herself. What struck me most about the book is the way the author talks about the harder realities of the world of influencers. I recommend this book because I think it shows perfectly how intuition and self-confidence are the key to success in our lives.
November 14, 2024
A captivating blend of her memoir, her life and experiences and also a business guide that shows the journey without filters of a person that founded an influencer agency.
The book goes deep about the influencer world and how she went from an intern to becoming CEO with all the challenges she faced along the way.
I think it is a very complete book, the experiences she shares are really valuable for those trying to pursue the same path.
I enjoy her writing because it is very informal and conversational, like talking with a friend, with humor and honesty.
Overall, a great book to staying resilient when challenges come in the entrepreneur world.
The book goes deep about the influencer world and how she went from an intern to becoming CEO with all the challenges she faced along the way.
I think it is a very complete book, the experiences she shares are really valuable for those trying to pursue the same path.
I enjoy her writing because it is very informal and conversational, like talking with a friend, with humor and honesty.
Overall, a great book to staying resilient when challenges come in the entrepreneur world.
November 14, 2024
From my point of view, this book by Samantha Zink is a highly positive and optimistic guide that inspired me deeply. Along the pages, I could read about the author’s journey from her modest beginnings in the fashion world to the huge fact of becoming the CEO of Zink Talent. In this book, I found many interesting tips that helped understand that no matter the difficulties, I am able to reach my goals if I trust myself. I followed the book with no great efforts; I believe this is thanks to the writing style of the author. She kept the same pace and friendly and gentle language all along the pages. I will keep it at hand for further reading for sure, and I am recommending it as well.
November 14, 2024
What an amazing book! As a young person who has an entrepreneurial venture, I consider it a must read for anyone who is hesitant to jump in and make a dream or idea they have a reality. It is a practical guide to understand a little more about the social media industry or simply if you need inspiration to start your business and fulfill that dream that will surely change your life. I really like this kind of reading, a little more focused on young people, with a language that really connects you and makes an impact in your life, as many entrepreneurship readings are focused for people with much more experience and it is difficult to understand and connect.
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