In episode 112 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host @MelRose_Michaels invites industry veteran Bella Vendetta to discuss the intricacies of creating and monetizing holiday-themed content. Bella outlines her meticulous approach to content creation, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning, consistency, and balancing creative inspirati…

In episode 111 of On the Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host, @MelRose_Michaels sits down with the Jelly Filled Girls, Alessia and Sasha, on changing the game for queer creators. The Jelly Filled Girls share their journey of transforming personal joy into a thriving career by creating authentic, relatable WLW content that emphasizes female pleasure an…

In episode 110 of On the Whorizon, host MelRose Michaels shares her ambitious 90-day content experiment, and what she is currently testing in her business as an adult content creator. MelRose also explores her own experiences with niche content while addressing the challenges of balancing authenticity with business strategy on social media.Join Mel…

In episode 109 of 'On the Whorizon, ' SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels gets personal with the intertwined fears of failure and success, especially for adult creators. MelRose shares her journey, emphasizing the importance of community-driven narratives and facing new responsibilities head-on. This episode covers her strategies for combating …

In episode 108 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host @MelRose_Michaels sits down for a compelling conversation with Joel Benjamin (Powers of Man) about the interconnection between sex, spirituality, and sustaining a long-lasting career in sex work. Joel shares his personal journey, including the struggles of being shadow-banned on Instagram a…

In episode 107 of On the Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels explores an intriguing strategy used by successful OnlyFans creator Bryce Adams: making content to sell your content. MelRose examines how Bryce’s unique approach—sending free, safe-for-work preview videos that detail the explicit content to come—enhances customer engagement…

In episode 106 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host @MelRose_Michaels sits down with legal expert Corey Silverstein to discuss the implications of Project 2025 for the adult industry. They explore potential legal threats, emphasize the importance of informed debate, and advocate for community activism to prevent regressive policies. ⌚ TIMEST…

In episode 105 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host @MelRose_Michaels delves into the importance of tracking and monitoring traffic for adult creators. She underscores the lack of effective tracking among creators and highlights how understanding traffic sources can significantly enhance conversions and subscriber count. ⌚ TIMESTAMPS00:00 In…

In episode 104 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels sits down with Bella Cummins, the longest-serving female legal brothel owner in America. Bella shares her pioneering journey at Bella's Hacienda Ranch in Nevada and discusses the evolution of the legal brothel industry, from regulatory changes to the rise of technology and …

In episode 103 of On The Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels explores the controversial topic of low subscription prices in the adult content industry and offers insights on more sustainable business models.MelRose discusses the common struggle of creators setting very low sub prices and shares her “controversial” opinion on why this …

In episode 102 of 'On the Whorizon' CEO founder and host MelRose Michaels is joined by the dedicated foot model and fetish content creator, Maleka Myprettyfeet8. Maleka opens up about her journey, the challenges, and misconceptions in the foot modeling industry. From learning the business through her husband's coworker to developing a brand charact…

In this podcast episode, host MelRose Michaels shares an innovative strategy for adult creators to monetize unsolicited dick pics. Inspired by a post in the CEO Society community, she delves into the concept of creating reactive content that can be sent as a locked response to these unsolicited pictures. MelRose also introduces the use of GPTease, …

In the milestone 100th episode of the On The Whorizon podcast, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels welcomes special guest Elle Stanger. They discuss Elle's diverse career in the adult industry, her journey from retail to adult work, and writing for major publications. Elle shares her advocacy work, insights on sex education, and overcoming stig…

In episode 99 of On The Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels sits down with industry veteran Kari Anthony of iheartbbw to discuss her two-decade journey in the adult entertainment industry, navigating career transitions, fan expectations and much more. Kari shares valuable insights on navigating career transitions, setting healthy boun…

In episode 98 of 'On The Whorizon,' host MelRose Michaels sits down with Mistress Malissia, a former dominatrix and founder of Mistress Mindset, to discuss the transformative power of stepping into one's feminine dominance. Mistress Malissia shares her journey from sex worker to empowerment coach, the importance of psychological and somatic practic…

In episode 97 of On The Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels proudly unveils GPTease, a groundbreaking uncensored AI GPT tool designed to transform your adult creator business. Drawing parallels to Chat GPT but without content restrictions, GPTease offers unlimited creative and personalized possibilities for generating adult content id…

In episode 96 of On the Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels interviews Mx Tomie, an NYC-based Taiwanese Dominatrix on Pro-Domme work, boundaries and the NYC BDSM scene. They discuss Mx Tomie’s journey into Domme work, client dynamics, the importance of setting boundaries, and the BDSM community in New York. Mx Tomie shares her methods…

In episode 95 of On the Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels tackles overcoming the fear of looking silly when starting something new. She encourages viewers to reframe this fear as an opportunity to inspire others. By sharing her own experiences and discussing the concept of 'quantum change,' Melrose aims to motivate adult creators—an…

What is CEO Society? In episode 94 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels unveils the exciting launch of CEO Society, an exclusive private community designed for adult content creators. This episode explores the benefits of joining this supportive network, details the application process, and highlights various features like c…

Finally! Taxes explained for OnlyFans Creators! In episode 93 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels speaks with Katherine Studley, founder of The Only Consultant and Prisma Tax Group about the unique financial challenges OnlyFans models and adult creators face. They discuss the importance of separating business and personal fi…

In episode 92 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels discusses why it’s important to stop being busy. She shares her insights on how to be more productive as an adult creator and tips on how to audit and reevaluate your daily tasks to ensure you are truly moving towards your long-term goals. Melrose provides examples from her e…

In episode 91 of “On The Whorizon”, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels interviews a group of seasoned adult content creators—Fallon Jane, Titania Orion, and Momma Blonde Bombshell—as they share their experiences and key takeaways from hosting their own booth at the Exxxotica Expo. Learn about the benefits of attending adult expos, the challeng…

Join host Melrose Michaels in episode 90 of 'On the Whorizon' as she chats with Zuri Love, a non-binary adult creator with a distinct goth, curvy style on mental health and how to stay authentic in the adult industry. In this episode, you'll get to know Zuri's unique journey as an adult creator, from their creative inspirations to their branding st…

In episode 89 of 'On the Whorizon,' host Melrose Michaels discusses how adult creators are redefining content creation and shedding the stigma of working in the adult industry to find mainstream success. She also shares how creators like Lena the Plug and Lana Rhoades have successfully transitioned to mainstream content creation. Melrose encourages…

In episode 88 of 'On the Whorizon,' host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels speaks with Taurus Jerelds from MPOWERR about how they are pioneering sexual health and STI testing for the adult industry. Taurus Jerelds, founder of MPOWERR, is a healthcare provider with a rich public health and epidemiology background to shed light on the significance o…

In this episode of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels discusses the truth about success in the adult industry with distinguished adult entertainment creator Cassie Curses. Cassie is a top OnlyFans earner with over a decade of experience, including success with premium Snapchat and OnlyFans. Cassie discusses her initial foray i…

In episode 86 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels welcomes Charlotte Stokely, a renowned adult performer and Chairwoman of the Cupcake Girls organization, to discuss the Cupcake Girls' transformative journey. Charlotte shares her unique perspective as both a sex worker and a sex trafficking survivor, detailing her contributi…

In episode 85 of On The Whorizon podcast, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels offers a comprehensive guide on how to start an OnlyFans for beginners. This episode serves as a mini-guide outlining steps to set up an OnlyFans account, from choosing a niche, creating a posting schedule, optimizing your profile setup, and promoting your page effect…

In episode 84 of On The Whorizon, host MelRose Michaels interviews adult performer and licensed mental health therapist Ryan Carter. They discuss the intersections of identity, profession, and societal impact within the adult industry. Ryan shares his unique journey from musician to mental health specialist and adult performer, emphasizing the impo…

In episode 83 of “On The Whorizon,” host Melrose Michaels interviews Paige Amaze, who represents Slushy, an innovative adult platform that enhances discoverability in the adult content space. The conversation covers Paige's transition from corporate roles to the adult industry, her devotion to overcoming industry stigmas, and her current role at Sl…

In episode 82 of 'On the Whorizon', host Melrose Michaels delves into the pressing legal challenges facing the adult industry, particularly focusing on the implications of the Fifth Circuit ruling and Texas's age verification laws. Featuring Corey Silverstein, a leading legal counsel for the adult industry, the discussion highlights the potential r…

In episode 81 of On The Whorizon podcast, SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels interviews male adult creator Conor Pills. Conor shares his journey into a female-dominated industry. Highlighting his early challenges and the success behind his unique brand, 'Horny Hiking,' Conor discusses the importance of authenticity, coping with stigma, and the art of a…

In this episode of On the Whorizon, host Melrose Michaels dives into adult content creation 101, offering tips & advice for new creators from adult industry pros. Drawing from her 12 years of experience and advice from industry pros, Michaels shares a range of valuable advice from veteran creators. Topics include the importance of education, buildi…

In this episode, Melrose Michaels, host of On the Whorizon, shares valuable insights into streamlining the content creation process to enhance the customer or fan experience for adult creators. Melrose outlines her personal content creation process, beginning with a photo shoot to get comfortable and warm up. She then creates 'sexting sets' or 'dri…

This episode, hosted by SWCEO Founder Melrose Michaels, aims to teach you how to make money on a free OnlyFans page and debunk the myth that free OnlyFans pages cannot be profitable. Melrose shares insights and personal strategies on building a successful adult creator business using a free OnlyFans page. The approach focuses on parking fans on a f…

In episode 77 of On The Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels engages in a crucial conversation with Mike Stabile, Director of Public Affairs at the Free Speech Coalition, about the dynamic political landscape of adult content creation and its implications for creators, platforms, and consumers. They discuss legislation that threatens c…

In episode 76 of ‘On The Whorizon' host Melrose Michaels discusses the concept of gamification and its application in building a profitable adult content creator business. Topics covered include what gamification is, why it is beneficial, and several strategies to implement it on fansites, such as achievement badges, tiered memberships, exclusive c…

In episode 75 of On The Whorizon, host Melrose Michaels shares insights from her experiences at XBIZ LA and AVN Las Vegas, discussing the networking opportunities, panels, and the success of the first in-person SWCEO workshop. She also provides a detailed breakdown of the workshop's interactive strategy, which aimed to give participating creators p…

Welcome to episode 74 of On The Whorizon “Monetizing Valentine's Day: Effective Strategies for Adult Content Creators”. SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels shares effective tactics to help adult content creators leverage Valentine's Day on OnlyFans, clip stores and other adult platforms to increase income. She presents ideas on how to create en…

In this episode, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels shares strategies to overcome Imposter Syndrome in the adult content creator industry. Emphasizing the importance of positive self-talk and affirmation, Melrose discusses ways to interrupt and transform negative feedback loops into positivity. She shares her own experiences and methods of com…

In episode 72 of On The Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels provides crucial information on protecting your online privacy as an adult content creator. She highlights the risks related to Exchangeable Image File Format (EXIF) data, which can pinpoint exact locations where photos were taken. Melrose suggests ways to scrub off EXIF data…

In episode 71 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels chats with award-winning male adult entertainer Ricky Johnson, discussing his extensive experience, successful career, key industry insights, and strategies for monetization as a male adult content creator. Ricky also gives advice on negotiating collaborations and the importa…

Melrose Michaels, SWCEO founder and host of ‘On The Whorizon’ podcast, examines critical lessons she has learned throughout her 12-year journey in the adult creator business. She stresses the importance of consistency, taking breaks, and understanding that learning often trumps earning in the pathway towards achieving long-term goals. Michaels also…

In episode 69 of On The Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels is joined by guest Corey Silverstein to discuss the implications of the Corporate Transparency Act for adult content creators. They cover what the Act is, who it impacts, potential effects, and mandates for compliance. Corey also gives advice to creators on retaining their an…

Welcome to Episode 68 of On The Whorizon “Business Advice For 2024 | Adult Creator Edition”. In this episode, host and SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels shares key strategies for growing your adult business in the upcoming year. Discover insights on diversifying revenue streams, building a professional brand with community engagement, and leveraging d…

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In this episode, Melrose Michaels, SWCEO founder and host of On the Whorizon, discusses how to make money on OnlyFans and other adult platforms during Christmas. She shares three effective holiday strategies to help adult creators maximize their earnings during the holidays. These strategies include innovative ways of leveraging popular holiday the…

Welcome back to On The Whorizon with host and SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels. In episode 65, Melrose talks about how to prepare your adult creator business for 2024. As the holiday season approaches, it's the perfect time to hit pause, reflect, and strategically position your business for success in 2024. In this episode, we explore crucial insight…

Welcome to episode 64 of "On The Whorizon" with your host, MelRose Michaels, proudly brought to you by SWCEO. In this insightful episode, Melrose discusses how to optimize adult content by sharing three top YouTube strategies successful YouTubers like MrBeast use. Discover the secrets behind the success of leading YouTubers as we explore three key …

Welcome to Episode 63 of "On The Whorizon" with your host, MelRose Michaels, proudly brought to you by SWCEO. In this episode, Melrose teaches you how to do market research as an adult creator. Understanding the importance of market research is crucial for any adult creator looking to connect with their fans and customers on a deeper level. It allo…