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My work lives at the intersection of creative practice, food, and business. As a biracial, first-generation American, I write from lived experience—reflecting on labor, care, and what it takes to build work that is sustainable and honest.
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How I Find Trending Music on Instagram for My Reels (And How You Can Too)
Discover how I find trending music on Instagram to elevate my Reels. Simple steps, easy tips—get the right soundtrack for your content!

Rachel Averitt
Aug 21, 20243 min read


How I Set Up a Creator Account on Instagram to Access the Full Music Library (and How You Can Too)
Ever wonder why some people have all the cool, trending music on their Instagram Reels, and you’re stuck with the basics? Same here—until...

Rachel Averitt
Aug 21, 20242 min read


Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance as a Consultant
When I first launched my consulting business, I quickly realized that two major obstacles stood in my way: imposter syndrome and a scarcity

Rachel Averitt
Aug 15, 20243 min read


Navigating Client Relationships: Protecting Your Creative Work with Tailored Licensing Solutions
As a mentor to talented creatives, I often address the complexities of our industry. Recently, one of my mentees reached out with a...

Rachel Averitt
Aug 6, 20244 min read


48 Hours in Lima, Peru with Qhali Kitchen
After a year of volunteering and navigating systemic racism in Rhode Island, I felt the need to step back.

Rachel Averitt
Jun 22, 20245 min read


Transforming Dialogue: How "I" Statements Advance Equity and Understanding
Turns out, that in our journey toward equity and equality, the language we use matters a whole heck of a lot. It shapes our interactions...

Rachel Averitt
Apr 22, 20243 min read


Hiraya Studios Logo Story: A Foundation for Creative Dreams and Aspirations
At Hiraya, we believe in the power of visual storytelling not just to capture the eye, but to touch hearts and open minds. Today, I'm...

Rachel Averitt
Apr 4, 20243 min read


10 Incredible Big Island, Hawaii Experiences I can't stop thinking about (in no particular order)
I'm absolutely still swooning from our 2-week long Hawaiian excursion and coming home to the bare branches certainly has me missing the...

Rachel Averitt
Mar 5, 20242 min read


Empowering Creatives: Secure Your 1st Partnership While Protecting Creative Careers
In the world of creative pursuits and collaborations, you've probably encountered the enticing offer: free products or promises of exposure

Rachel Averitt
Sep 21, 20233 min read


Food Styling: Elevating Food Photography
In a world where every scroll unveils mouthwatering culinary creations, food photography has become an art form of its own. My journey...

Rachel Averitt
Sep 10, 20233 min read
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