Five Reasons Your Should Always Credit Creators

Have you ever come across a piece of content that perfectly conveys something you want to say?

It could be something lighthearted or it could be something more serious in tone, either way, it perfectly articulates a message you want to share.

(Full disclosure, I've done it myself, and why not? Tik Tok and Instagram a full of gems!)

So you re-post it and watch the  engagement on the post blow up.

But wait, did you forget a step?

Did you remember to credit the creator?

You may think it’s not a big deal but it is.

I came across an article on blkcreatives.com that summed up why you should credit the creator. 

✔️ Creators work really hard on their stuff

✔️ Social media is their marketing tool

✔️ Crediting shows appreciation of their work

✔️ Their work is documenting history

✔️ It could be their big break

I paraphrased a bit but you get the idea. 

So how do you credit creators properly?

On most social media platforms you can use mentions, hashtags or links.
How to Create A Mention

In the comment section of the post, simply add @ before the username of the person you want to mention. 

For example @blkcreatives

It only takes a few seconds but that recognition goes a long way.

So go ahead and re-post, re-purpose, and re-mix but always give the creator the credit they’re due.