Socially Aware
Ethan Wasiejko
I'm Ethan Wasiejko (he/him/his), the owner of Aware Social Media Management. You can learn more about that right here: https://linktr.ee/awaresocialmediaI focus on creating effective branding and messaging for people and communities who are often left out of mainstream marketing. Part of that mission involves having a keen understanding of social awareness...and in my case, that meaning is twofold.Why is it so important to properly and effectively represent LGBTQ+ people and all people who might be considered "other" in society? Because being represented by someone who looks and IS like you—someone who shares your experiences—makes a difference. It makes you feel seen, heard, and understood for who you are as an individual…not just as a member of a group. When we feel seen, our self-esteem rises; we feel empowered; we have more confidence in ourselves and our abilities. And that confidence translates into success: career advancement, higher paychecks (if you're working), better relat