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Things we talk about in this episode: Reading from Hashtag Authentic's introduction How I started out on Instagram by seeking beauty in an uncompromising environment My previous job, working in speech therapy for the NHSWhy communication is central in everything I do  Why I believe it's ok to create a 'highlight reel'Why visuals are the best communication tool My chronic illness (dysautonomia), and how this impacts on my workWhat  my average day looks like Spoon theory My initial vision in setting up my business, and my career path The need for a new wave of honest marketing and business Why I don't need a digital detoxHow to start out on Instagram from scratch (audience question) Why there will always be an Instagram community for you, no matter what your interest (audience question) My future dreams and ambitions (audience question)The importance of not being soley led by what your audience wants Who inspires me (audience question)Why going "off piste" in search of inspiration brings the best results Links mentioned in this episode: My book, Hashtag Authentic My Instagram (@me_and_orla) Laura's Instagram (@laurajaneauthor) Our sponsor for the event, Mirabeau wine  The rosé deliciousness scale  Laura's writing courses POTS Spoon theory Ira Glass quote - The Gap Pet crows and ravens Tori Amos Ani Difranco Elizabeth Day - How to Fail podcast espiode Raven Smith