It's no surprise you want to become a paid Instagram influencer -- heck, the average price for a sponsored Instagram post is $300, and if you become more successful, like yogi Rachel Brathen, you could be making $25,000 per post.

Brand collaboration is one way a content creator can monetize their efforts, but it’s a competitive space..

Successful bloggers and influencers know how to pitch themselves. What’s more, understanding the fundamentals of pitching means you are more likely to win collaborations with the brands that you like the most. This helps your overall image to remain authentic and you keep the trust of your hard-earned fans. The reason this is so important is trust.