In our journey as seasoned marketers navigating the corporate landscape, we couldn't help but be bewildered by the seemingly irrational backlash faced by creators who dared to earn a living from their craft. We emphasize "appear to make money" because the reality was that only a select few were actually reaping any rewards from their hard work. It's a notion that should be as straightforward as a slice of pie, yet it often sparks a deluge of vitriolic comments, particularly in the tumultuous terrain of Twitter.

Picture this: diligent individuals dedicating themselves full-time to master their chosen domains, crafting YouTube videos, penning insightful books, and curating top-notch content. But, when they announced an event, released a new book, or promoted a movie, the virtual peanut gallery would chime in with labels like "sell-out" and demands that their wisdom should flow freely like a public water fountain. Seriously? 

To add a dash of absurdity, we even found ourselves castigated online for the egregious crime of helping these creators sustain themselves financially. It begs the question, "What's going on here?" The irony is as thick as a brick wall. After all, what if none of us got paid for our hard-earned work? Let's ponder that for a moment. 🤔