Creators Are Getting Paid… But Attention Is EXPENSIVE

In this session, we break down what the latest creator economy data is really saying: yes, the opportunities are real, but the competition is heavier, distribution is more fragmented, and the old “post consistently and you’ll grow” playbook is getting expensive fast. We’ll unpack: - Why creators can be earning more while feeling stuck - What changes when *attention* becomes the bottleneck - How to think about growth when every platform is crowded - What to optimize for now: **reach, revenue, retention, and repeatable systems** - Why struggle can create growth if you build with intention **Question for you:** If attention is the new tax, what are you doubling down on this year—content quality, community, or conversion? Watch, take notes, and drop a comment: **What’s your 2026 creator strategy—Reach, Revenue, or Retention?** tek'na.le.gist FORUM - Conversations BY Creators FOR Creators // Check out each of our co-hosts channels