Between the Coronavirus and politics, social media is just not as fun as it used to be. I still check Facebook in the morning, but now it's more of a quick scroll through my notifications and then I leave before getting annoyed. I have unfollowed and even blocked more people than ever the past few … Continue reading Social Media is Just Not as Fun Anymore
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Blogging and Social: Choosing Quality Over Quantity
I haven't been blogging and posting as much as lately. I've just been busy with life and not feeling the urge to share every detail. Unfortunately it seems in the world of social media, overshare is the norm and an expected part of being an "influencer" even if I am reluctant to call myself that. … Continue reading Blogging and Social: Choosing Quality Over Quantity
Does Anyone Really Read Long Instagram Posts?
I keep seeing these long Instagram posts that go on and on as you scroll. Does anyone really read those to the bottom? Does anyone actually type in the link if one is included? I'm just curious. Please chime in. From my own experience on my posts, people either read just the first line and … Continue reading Does Anyone Really Read Long Instagram Posts?
10 Steps to Boosting Your Instagram Followers and Engagement
Follow these easy steps to quickly boost your follower numbers and engagement with more likes and comments. Instagram made the announcement a few months ago they were going to warn and limit accounts that were using third party apps or growth services to grow their account with fake likes and followers. This caught my attention … Continue reading 10 Steps to Boosting Your Instagram Followers and Engagement
Why Inspiring Content is the Worst Instagram Comment Ever
We live in an age of social media influencers, where bigger follower numbers on Instagram mean bigger campaigns and more money. Building a following and improving engagement takes a lot of time and effort, so many individuals and companies looking for a better presence are turning to bots instead of humans to get the job … Continue reading Why Inspiring Content is the Worst Instagram Comment Ever
I Got a Felt Letter Board, Now What?
When I first saw bloggers posting about upping their Insta-game with a felt letter board, I didn't really get it. And then when I saw it, I was like, well now I have to have it! It's a framed felt board with little slots to stick in letters and numbers. The more I looked, the … Continue reading I Got a Felt Letter Board, Now What?
Storytellers, The Secret Behind Brand Success
Word-of-mouth has always been the most valuable tool for generating brand success, but how do you get people talking about your brand? When I worked in promotions marketing 15 years ago, we relied heavily on street teams handing out fliers, samples and coupons. I worked in San Francisco and it seemed like every street corner … Continue reading Storytellers, The Secret Behind Brand Success