šŸ’„ MrBeast Sparks Twitter Debate

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Jimmy Donaldsonā€”aka YouTube stunt, tech, and philanthropy sensation MrBeastā€”is known for his scale, flashiness, and at times, controversy.

Back in February 2023, for example, Donaldson sparked debate after posting a video saying he ā€œcuredā€ 1,000 people of blindness. While some users accused Donaldson of ā€œcharity porn,ā€ other loyal fans flocked to his defense.

Donaldson drew controversy once again on Friday after he tweeted a request to his followers asking them to fix up the displays of his Feastables candy product at Walmart stores. Passionfruit Contributor Patricia Grisafi breaks down the myriad of responses creators shared on Twitterā€”ranging from those impressed with this latest marketing ploy to those upset by how creators can take advantage of their fansā€™ loyalty.


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MrBeast sparks debate on Twitter after asking fans to clean up Feastables candy displays at Walmart


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FROM THE INSIDE

Pinterest CMO AndrƩa Mallard joins the Kajabi board (Exclusive)

Mallard shared advice for creators and shared how she thinks Kajabi is transforming the creator economy.

By Stephen Laddin, Passionfruit Contributor


TIPS AND TRICKS

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Meet an influencer who turned being a good friend into a 6-figure a year job as a content creator

TikToker Danielle Bayard Jackson explains how sheā€™s managed to turn her advice about being a good friend into a six-figure yearly salary.

By Jen Glantz, Passionfruit Contributor


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