Nicole the Intern: The Weight of Going Viral and Leading a 500k Army

The Rainmaker Podcast

Ever wonder what it’s really like to go viral overnight? In this episode we get the inside scoop from Nicole the Intern, the mastermind behind the social media account that exploded to hundreds of thousands of followers in just six months—and even grabbed the attention of Gary V.
Nicole shares her journey from intern to internet sensation, revealing the hidden struggles behind her viral success. We dive into the pressures of being known as "Nicole the Intern," the weight of representing the Smash Army, and how her identity evolved behind the scenes. From mental health challenges to breaking through stigmas in the professional world, this conversation is raw, real, and eye-opening.
Tune in for an honest dialogue about navigating viral fame, personal growth, and the reality of success in the digital age.
Learn more about Nicole:

Nicole Wingard is a young professional from Dallas, Texas working for the fastest growing beverage company in the world, SMASHD! A new face to the marketing world, Nicole helped lead an explosive social media campaign with her boss Mike and the whole team at SMASHD that accrued over 500,000 followers in a span of 60 days. In her free time Nicole competed in the Miss Texas Organization for the last four years where she placed in the top five twice and completed over 300 hours of community service. When she is not working, Nicole enjoys trying new coffee, anything outside, spending time with family and friends, dogs, and good food.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebestmarketingstrategyever

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