Ghanaian-born content creator Mohammed Ali, known online as IAM_ALMED, shared how he transformed criticism into celebration—turning early cyberbullying into a stepping stone for his success.
Rising Above Cyberbullying
When he first launched his skits on social media, Mohammed faced heavy mockery and discouragement. Rather than give up, he pivoted—pausing to reflect on his approach and connecting with his audience on what truly resonated. What began as hurtful comments eventually turned into admiration, as fans who once ridiculed him became some of his most loyal followers.
Building a Strong Online Presence
Today, Mohammed commands a large and engaged following across platforms:
105,000 Instagram followers
110,000 Snapchat subscribers
131,000 Facebook followers
1.2 million TikTok followers
He attributes this dramatic shift to focusing on content that brings joy—content that he genuinely enjoys making and that doesn’t hurt anyone.
Learning, Adapting, and Finding His Niche
Mohammed explains that early in his career he struggled with engagement—not knowing his niche left him creating content in the dark. But once he tuned into his audience’s preferences and refined his style, things began to click. He credits this period of growth for paving the way to the recognition and financial stability he now enjoys.
The Power of Character Comedy
A defining move in his creative journey was dressing as female characters to capture comedic personalities. In 2020, a friend, also known for cross‑dressing comedy, mentored him on TikTok editing. Together, they realized how much their audience enjoyed their collaborations, prompting more joint character sketches.
Why Mohammed Ali’s Story Resonates
Resilience in adversity: He didn’t let negativity define him, instead, he evolved.
Strategic content focus: He found success by creating what he loved and what his fans wanted.
Collaboration and authenticity: Partnering with others and staying authentic helped him stand out.