The mindset here strikes me as the social-media/content parallel of "solution in search of a problem". If you're looking for money: You should focus on making c

The mindset here strikes me as the social-media/content parallel of "solution in search of a problem". If you're looking for money: You should focus on making content you know there is demand for, ideally with customers lined up to pay and/or distribution channel deals. The fundamentals here are the same as for any business. If you're making content creatively you should be ready doing that without financial compensation. This influencer-hustle mindset is not helpful and a distraction for both approaches. Get your priorities straight.