Meet Firebelly: The Sam Gieseking Interview

As Firebelly Marketing continues to grow, from dull embers to a towering inferno, we’re introducing you to the people that spark our ideas. 

We are always adding the best and the very brightest, expanding our agency in order to provide unique creative strategies for our clients. Since social media is social in nature, we want to communicate on what exactly makes our people here at Firebelly tick and we’re continuing the series with Sam Gieseking!  

Meet Sam. Sam is our content planner! She grew up in Whiteland, Indiana, a rather small town. For college, she wanted to go somewhere big so she chose Michigan State, then ended up not liking that so much, so she came back to Indy and finished out at Butler with a degree in creative writing.

How Do You Start Your Day?

I usually wake up and scroll social media for like 10-15 minutes before making an easy breakfast and showering because morning showering is superior.

What Is Your Daily Media Diet?

The platforms I spend the most time on are Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok. They're the most fun and I can get a diverse array of content and conversation. I also love podcasts and usually scroll through AP news.

How Do You Get Past Creative Blocks?

When I'm struggling to feel creative I like to take a second and regroup. I'll usually step away from the work and do something else for a minute. Even if it's just going to grab a glass of water. I'm around screens so much that I can often come up with better ideas when I let my brain relax from staring at one.

What's The Most Interesting Social Media News Story You’ve Seen Lately?

Twitter/X has made so many controversial changes in the last few years. I saw that they're beginning to test getting rid of like, comment, and repost buttons altogether... What's the point of Twitter/X then? Lame.

What Pet Peeves Do You Have?

I very much dislike when people lick their fingers after eating, ha. I'm sorry, but can we just use a napkin instead?

What’s One Piece Of Advice You’d Give To Anyone?

I once read a quote that went something like, "Stand up and speak your mind even if your voice shakes." It's still one of my favorites. I used to struggle to openly voice my opinion. I didn't want to upset anyone, interrupt a flow, or embarrass myself, but learning how to properly speak up for yourself and others will go a long way. Don't let yourself get minimized. You're important.

What’s The Strangest Talent You have?

I can tie a cherry stem with my tongue.

What’s One Thing You Would Change About Social Media?

I wish people would use social media for a more positive sake. Yes, people and corporations should be held accountable for their actions, but it makes me sad when people who lightheartedly post online get so much hate for how they look, eat, talk, or whatever. The small things. Being polite doesn't cost anything