An Inspired Chat with Brianna Lynn of Redondo Beach

We recently had the chance to connect with Brianna Lynn and have shared our conversation below.

Brianna, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What are you being called to do now, that you may have been afraid of before?
Right now, I’m being called to fully return to photography and content creation—something I started years ago but stepped away from after burnout. For the past 13 years, I’ve worked in social media, and for almost 7 years at INTUITIVE SOCIAL, helping brands grow online. While I loved the work, I realized that managing full social media for clients was no longer sustainable for me.

Returning to photography and content creation feels like starting over in many ways, but it’s also incredibly freeing. When I first began my photo business, I was young and didn’t know how to protect myself professionally. Now, with experience, I can approach this work intentionally, with boundaries and confidence.

Change is scary—it means leaving the familiar, even when it’s no longer serving you. But I’ve learned that growth, both personally and professionally, requires those leaps. Stepping into the work I’m truly called to do isn’t just about business—it’s about honoring my journey and showing up fully as myself.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Brianna Lynn, founder of INTUITIVE SOCIAL, where I help brands tell their story through photography, content creation, and strategic social media support. I started in social media over 13 years ago and have spent almost 7 years building INTUITIVE SOCIAL into a full-service content and branding studio.

What makes my work unique is that I combine strategy with creativity—helping brands not just show up online, but truly connect with their audience in a meaningful way. I recently pivoted back to full-time photography and content creation, returning to my first love after years of managing social media for clients. This shift has allowed me to focus on high-quality visuals and storytelling that capture the essence of a brand, while also creating work that feels sustainable and authentic for me.

Right now, I’m working with brands across lifestyle, beauty, and wellness, creating content and visuals that help them stand out, grow, and connect with their communities. INTUITIVE SOCIAL is all about crafting thoughtful, intentional content that elevates brands while honoring the human side of business.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Before the world told me who I “had to be,” I was someone deeply curious, creative, and independent—someone who wanted to explore, create, and connect without worrying about metrics or validation. For a time, I chased being an influencer, building a following of 30k+, but I realized it wasn’t aligned with who I truly am. That life required me to perform constantly, and I lost the ability to just be in the moment.

I deactivated that account and started over, choosing a path that allows me to travel, experience life fully, and create work I genuinely love. I want to be present in my experiences, not just documenting them for an audience. This shift has been both terrifying and liberating, but it’s given me the clarity to prioritize authenticity, joy, and human connection over external expectations.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes—three times in my career, I almost gave up. The first was when I was young and running my original photography business—I loved it, but I didn’t know how to protect myself or set boundaries. The second was during my years in social media; managing platforms and expectations burned me out. And the third was as an influencer with 30k+ followers—I realized the performative life wasn’t me, so I deactivated that account to reclaim my peace.
Each time felt like an ending, but they were actually turning points. Those moments forced me to pivot, rebuild, and return to work I truly love—photography, content creation, and creating human connection. Almost giving up showed me what I really value and gave me the courage to follow it.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Where are smart people getting it totally wrong today?
I think smart people often get it wrong by confusing attention with impact. It’s easy to chase likes, followers, or trends and call that “success,” but none of that matters if it isn’t tied to meaningful work, connection, or sustainable growth. People can be brilliant at building metrics but miss the human side—the storytelling, authenticity, and strategy that actually move the needle for a brand or business.

Another misstep I see is undervaluing patience. In a world obsessed with virality and instant results, many overlook the power of consistency, thoughtful planning, and long-term creative investment. The smartest strategies are often the ones that look boring on the surface but compound over time into real, lasting impact.

Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What do you understand deeply that most people don’t?
I understand deeply that most people don’t: you need everything working together to truly grow a business—branding, strategy, social, PR, ads. You can’t just pick one and expect it to carry the rest. Everything is interconnected, and missing one piece means the whole system underperforms. Success comes from a thoughtful, cohesive approach where every element supports the others, not from chasing a single tactic or trend.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://intuitive-social.com
• Instagram: intuitive.social

Image Credits
Brianna Lynn / INTUITIVE SOCIAL / STUDIO INTUITIVE