Integrity Policy

No to Paid Sponsorship and Affiliate Deals

Published December 23, 2024 | Updated January 8, 2025

Building Trust Through Integrity

At the heart of everything I do is a commitment to building a genuine, trust-filled relationship with you. Your trust is invaluable to me and the foundation of a meaningful community.

Because of this core belief, I've chosen to forgo paid sponsorships, affiliate marketing, and even selling courses.


Mistrust in Sponsored Content

In today's digital world, it can be difficult to tell whether someone's recommendations are motivated by genuine belief in a product or a financial incentive.

Paid sponsorships and affiliate deals often blur the line between authentic advice and advertising, leaving audiences wondering whether they are receiving honest information or a sales pitch.

This dynamic can also put pressure on creators to prioritize profits over people, an approach that doesn't sit well with me.

Worse, there is always the risk of unknowingly endorsing a product or service that fails to deliver on its promises or, worse, turns out to be a scam.

Likewise, paywalls for essential knowledge create barriers to personal and professional growth, limiting access to only those who can afford it.

I believe knowledge should be free and accessible to everyone, without exceptions.


The Cost of Compromising Trust

When creators accept paid sponsorships or affiliate deals, the potential for conflicts of interest arises. Even with the best intentions, this can:

  • Erode audience trust.
  • Undermine the creator's credibility.
  • Lead to the promotion of products or services that may not align with the audience's best interests.

As one of my people, you deserve better: advice, insights, and recommendations free from outside influence or financial barriers.


A Policy of Unwavering Transparency

To maintain the integrity of my work and the trust we've built together, I've adopted this firm policy:

  1. No Paid Sponsorships: I do not accept payments from companies to promote their products or services. Every recommendation I share is based solely on my personal experience and evaluation.
  2. No Affiliate Marketing: I do not use affiliate links, which means I don't earn a commission if you purchase a product or service I mention. I have no financial incentive to recommend any product or service. I only recommend it if it offers real value to you.
  3. No Paid Courses: I will not sell knowledge behind a paywall. All my courses and learning resources will be free and accessible to everyone.
  4. Funding My Work Ethically: I fund my work through my own services (coaching and French classes), ad revenue from platforms like YouTube, and optional support from my people (one-time payments, subscriptions, or donations). This ensures my focus remains on creating value for you, not advertisers or sponsors.
  5. Transparency and Accountability: If my policy ever changes, you'll be the first to know. Transparency is the backbone of our relationship, and I promise to uphold it at every step.


How You Can Support This Policy

If you value this approach and want to support my work:

  • Explore my services designed to help you succeed.
  • Share my content with others who might benefit from it.
  • Engage with my work by subscribing, liking, commenting, and sharing on X and YouTube.
  • Consider supporting me through one-time tips or subscriptions (coming soon).

Your support allows me to continue creating authentic, high-value content without compromise.

Thank you for being part of a community that values trust, transparency, and integrity.

Together, we are proving that success is possible without sacrificing what matters most.