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March 08, 2025

How to Have a Stress-Free & Productive Content Day

 

 

Peace, blessings, and love to you all. Creating content can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re juggling multiple brands, social platforms, and the need to show up consistently. But with the right plan, you can maximize your content day in less time while still getting high-quality photos and videos that make an impact.

 

Whether you're a business owner, influencer, or creative, a well-organized content day can save you hours of scrambling each week. Here’s how to make it happen!

 

1. Plan Your Content Ahead of Time

 

Before you pick up a camera, outline exactly what you need to capture. Ask yourself:

 

✔️ What content do I need for my brand or business?

✔️ What outfits, props, or backgrounds align with my message?

✔️ Which platforms will I be using this content for?

 

Having a clear vision helps you stay on track and avoid unnecessary retakes.

 

2. Batch Your Photos & Videos by Theme

 

Grouping similar content together makes the process smooth and efficient. Instead of bouncing between different styles, try:

 

🎥 Recording all video intros first

📸 Taking all headshots in one go

💡 Capturing lifestyle shots for multiple uses

 

This approach saves time and energy while ensuring your visuals look cohesive.

 

3. Optimize Your Setup

 

Make sure you have:

📷 A fully charged camera or phone

💡 Proper lighting to avoid dark, grainy shots

🎭 Easy outfit changes for variety

 

A little prep goes a long way in making your content look professional without the stress.

 

4. Download the Ultimate Content Day Checklist

 

To make your content days even easier, I’ve put together a FREE Content Day Checklist that breaks down everything step by step! 🎯

 

👉 Download it now and make your next content shoot effortless! Link Here

June 27, 2023

List of Places To Get Birthday Freebies or Discounts

As the candles on my own birthday cake begin fade, I couldn't help but reflect on the fantastic time I had being showered with freebies and discounts. It was an absolute blast, and now I'm here to spread the joy to you! That's right, I've compiled an extraordinary list of places that are all too eager to make your special day even more extraordinary by offering delightful treats and incredible deals. So buckle up and get ready to celebrate! Here are the list of places that gives out freebies and discounted items for your birthday and birthday month.

 


  1. Nothing Bundt Cake: Free Bundt cake of your choice, must show email. 
  2. Chic fil a: Free desert item of your choice
  3. Bath and boyd works: Free gift up of your choice up to 17 bucks.
  4. Texas Roadhouse: Free appetizer
  5. BB's Cafe: Free appetizer 
  6. Target: 5% off purchase
  7. Ultra Beauty: Free Birthday Gift
  8. AMC Theaters: Free Popcorn and Beverage
  9. Starbucks: Free birthday drink or treat through their rewards program.
  10. Sephora: Free beauty gift or discount through their Beauty Insider program.
  11. Denny's: Free Grand Slam breakfast.
  12. IHOP: Free stack of pancakes.
  13. Benihana: Free $30 gift certificate for use during your birthday month.
  14. Red Robin: Free burger during your birthday month.
  15. Chili's: Free dessert or appetizer.
  16. Olive Garden: Free dessert or appetizer.
  17. Cold Stone Creamery: BOGO (Buy One, Get One) coupon for a cold treat.
  18. Baskin-Robbins: Free scoop of ice cream or discount on a birthday cake.
  19. Buffalo Wild Wings: Free snack-size wings.
  20. Panera Bread: Free bakery item or pastry..
  21. P.F. Chang's: Free appetizer or dessert.
  22. TGI Fridays: Free dessert or appetizer.
  23. Hard Rock Cafe: Free dessert.
  24. Krispy Kreme: Free dozen of doughnut.
  25. Jersey Mike's: Free sub and drink.
  26. Smashburger: Free side or shake with purchase.
  27. Firehouse Subs: Free medium sub.
  28. Wingstop: Free order of fries.
  29. Sprinkles: Free cupcake. 
  30. Chipotle: Free Guac for your birthday 
Let me know your favorite place to receive your freebies and discounts. I hope you have a fabulous birthday month and year. Praying the peace of God shower you like never before. Enjoy!

January 21, 2022

How to Overcome Anxiety

 


Hi sis! I did a live Instagram post this past Tuesday that talked about How to Identify the weapons, so they won't prosper that led to a Q&A session of someone dealing with anxiety. God led me to tell one of the listeners a strategy he gave me after I had my baby boy. Did you know google has 265 million searches on this top. All that tells me is that we have some work to do.

I remember being so anxious and feeling jittery that I couldn't control myself. I just had my baby boy, just got out of the hospital from chronic pneumonia, and my husband told me he wanted a divorce. My stress levels were so high for about 6 months until I began healing.

Anxiety came from the multiple emotions from breastfeeding, I didn't feel safe in my own home, and I didn't know what was going to happen next in my life. But God! Thank you for your peace, grace, and mercy.

During that time, I asked God to heal me from this cup because I knew that this wasn't the life and mentality he wanted me to live. So he gave me this small strategy that made a huge impact in my life. See below.

1. He told me to take the negative word I was feeling and look up the antonyms for it. After I saw the antonyms he told me to take the opposite of what that word means and apply scriptures that can back them up.

Example: If you are feeling like you are dealing with anxiety. Look up the antonym which is: Belief, blessing, calm, calmness, confidence, ease, faith, happiness, joy, peace, trust, peacefulness, assurance, and tranquility.

Whew!!!

2. Read those scriptures daily until something changes and even after

3. Meditate on the scriptures

4. Pray that God will heal you from that negative feelings.

When I tell you that was everything to me. To this day from 2019, I am totally healed from fear, anxiety, depression, and suicide. I thank God for his healing.

Final advice:
  • Make sure you stay in your word and learn God for yourself.
  • Find a church home.
  • Find a therapist near you to help with these emotions.
If you need to know where you can find scriptures, try the following below:
Want to deepen your victory in overcome emotions/feelings? Grab the guide below to start the process of healing from negative feelings below.


June 19, 2020

How to Celebrate Juneteenth


Happy Juneteenth everyone!


Today marks a day that freed black people out of slavery. 

If you're unaware of this holiday, here’s a quick history lesson:

  • In 1776, slavery still existed when the Declarations of Independence was signed (4th of July).
  • June 19, 1865, was the date and year of the ending of slavery in the U.S. 
  • It took another 2 years for slaves to be freed after Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Bill.
  • Juneteenth has not yet been declared as a federal holiday but is celebrated greatly in the black community.
  • Want to celebrate? This is a great opportunity to celebrate black culture.
  • And lastly, when you know better, you do better. I’m not celebrating the 4th of July ever. Thee End.

How to celebrate Juneteenth

How to Celebrate Juneteenth?

  • Support black-owned businesses
  • Learn the history
  • Check on your black friends
  • Black People Takeoff (even if your company doesn't celebrate this day)


If you were wondering what to wear on Juneteenth, here are 3 things you can wear.


1. Incorporate the Pan- African Flag colors in your wardrobe.



The colors are red, black, and green. If you're not sure what they represent, check out this article that speaks greatly of the history of the Pan- African Flag colors.


https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2017/06/14/532667081/on-flag-day-remembering-the-red-black-and-green


2. Create or support a black-owned business who sells Juneteenth shirts.


Juneteenth shirt


The shirt I'm wearing is from Crowned Creatives 



If you need inspiration, use Pinterest as a guide.



3. Keep it simple and have fun.



Don't overthink this, its a celebration, its the summer so grab your favorite shorts or skirt and have fun styling and celebrating the black culture. 



With everything going on, God has me on a style of looking into my roots and understanding my history as black women. With all the chaos, I am truly grateful for God of awakening my spirit man to know that there is so much more that needs to learn about myself and happy to be on this journey of discovery. Black Lives Matters, I suggest if you're black that God awakens your mind to know that you're better then your now. Oppression isn't just physical its mental as well.

Take care of yourself, understand your history, and I hope you're encouraged.



April 03, 2020

Corona Virus Home Hacks



Hi guys, with all the craziness going on God but it on my heart to help others out there if you're having trouble finding goods for your home during this pandemic. Ive always been a DIY queen so these things are some things I do on the regular throughout life. I hope this helps someone out there. I am praying for the families of all those affected by the virus and praying for a full recovery for each family. Be encouraged. My Blog: https://www.authenticallyz.com My Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Connect with Zak! Instagram: @authenicallyZ For Business with branding and product reviews ONLY, please contact me at: styleguruzak@gmail.com Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored video. 



February 05, 2020

Press on Nails Tips


The Secret to Press on Nails Tips

Hi guys,

First thing first I AM NOT a professional! I have a love for press on nails. There fun, different and a glow up for your hands. Read tips below.


Cleaning: When you’re cleaning and washing dishes, use gloves.

Glue: I use both glues a lot of times for secure hold. This has not damaged my nails The glow I use is: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C680N28/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8OdnEbMTVNS96 also found at Dollar Tree

And:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AX2XVL4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8PdnEbX6GHJZQ

Cuticles: Oil your cuticles everything to avoid dryness

Where can you find nails?
You can find press ons at the hair store, all dollar stores (even dollar tree), Walmart, amazon, target, and wish.com. 



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August 31, 2019

Big CHOP!!! Watch Me Rock this Short Hair


Let’s just say its 2020 already and my baby will be 1. Times is just going by. But despite the time, I wanted to share my “Watch me Rock this short hair” story.
Ok guys so first thing first! I love love lovveee my hair. In my last trimester, I started noticing my hair follicles and roots. The moment I had my baby boy I noticed month after month, my hair was falling out.
By month 4 I was contemplating then I felt the urge to do it. So I called my brother, I had my clippers so went to slicing and dicing my hair. I didn’t wear my real hair out for 2 months after because I wanted to figure out how I wanted it styled. And I found the perfect haircut for Zak.
I get questions like: Why I did it?, am I ok?,  am I having a midlife crisis? And to answer those questions it more about me and where I am in life. I’m to a place where I don’t care about the opinions of others because most people give advice based off their own experiences and fears.
You have to do what’s best for you. I honestly don’t have time for hair. I have an 8 month old, a 9-5, and a business to run. The holy spirit whispered, cut that off. So guess what?!?!? I cut it.
I wanted something different. I was entering a new journey in my life (my 30th) and the cut just added a spike to my life. I feel great, I’m taking care of me, reading books, and feeding my spirit man.
It’s funny that folks always think you’re going through something to make you do something dramatically different. I love change, in change comes opportunities. I am not my hair but not having much of it has surely has me in a good space spiritually, physical, emotionally.
Do what’s best for you. Be the change you want to see, pray, and let the holy spirit guide you.

I’m loving my new look and I hope you guys too as well.

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August 01, 2017

HOW TO GET THROUGH LIFE + UNEMPLOYED





Hi guys, welcome back,

So I was recently laid off and was quite happy to be separated from the type of environment I was in. I felt like I know I'm not the only person that’s has been through things as such so I just wanted to be an encouragement to others to let you guys know that there is something better in store. So thank guys for watching hope you enjoy.

Thank you for visiting here, please be sure to check out my YouTube Style channel at StyleGuruZak where you'll find my top style tips, fashion hacks and favorites on everything from top product reviews to my stylish lookbooks. Whether you're looking for a new product review, tutorial, style tip, fashion haul or maybe some life hacks, I hope you stay awhile.

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July 26, 2017

HOW TO: MAKE CURLY WIG INTO YOUR OWN




Hey guys! Happy Hump Day! I wanted to share this cute bushy wig that I love. Hope you guys are having a splendid week this far. Like, Subscribe, and any question you may have, don't hesitate to ask. 


Thank you for visiting here and watching this video. If you like, please give me a thumbs up. Please be sure to check out my YouTube Style channel at StyleGuruZak where you'll find my top style tips, fashion hacks and favorites on everything from top product reviews to my stylish lookbooks. Whether you're looking for a new product review, tutorial, style tip, fashion haul or maybe even a giveaway, I hope you stay awhile.

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HOW TO MAKE SYNTHETIC WIG LOOK REAL

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February 27, 2017

HOW TO: GET MARDI GRAS READY!




Hi guys, just stopping by to get you ready for your “Big Easy” trip! Happy Mardi Gras. If you need some help about Mardi Gras or just need to know what to pack? Take a look at my How to get Mardi Gras Ready! Hope you guys enjoy because I did. If you like this video give me a thumb up. Thanks for watching and don’t forget to subscribe and come follow me on all my social media’s below.

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January 23, 2017

Easy Eyebrow Tutorial


Eyebrows


Hi, I'm Zak! thank you for visiting here, please be sure to check out my YouTube Style channel at StyleGuruZak where you'll find my top style tips, fashion hacks and favorites on everything from top product reviews to my stylish lookbooks. Whether you're looking for a new product review, tutorial, style tip, fashion haul or maybe even a giveaway, I hope you stay awhile. This Particular video is a highly requested videos on how to get your eyebrows on fleek. So here you have it! Thanks for watching!



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