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Why Most Businesses Don’t Get Results from Social Media (And How to Fix It)

Why Most Businesses Don’t Get Results from Social Media (And How to Fix It)

I see this all the time. “Social media just doesn’t work for my business.” But when we dig deeper, it’s usually one of these: • They post randomly• They never talk about their services• They disappear for weeks• They copy what everyone else is doing And...
Busy content feels productive. Effective content converts

Busy content vs effective content

A lot of small businesses are creating content all the time. They are posting regularly.They are trying different formats.They are staying visible. And yet, enquiries still feel inconsistent. That is usually the difference between busy content and effective content....
How to Educate Your Clients (Without Sounding Like a Teacher)

How to Educate Your Clients (Without Sounding Like a Teacher)

I used to over-explain everything. Like… EVERYTHING. I’d send long voice notes, detailed emails, screenshots with arrows pointing at things. Helpful? Yes. Overwhelming? Also yes. What I learned is this:People don’t need all the information.They need...
Effective Strategies for Localised Social Media Marketing in the UK

Effective Strategies for Localised Social Media Marketing in the UK

Social media marketing is the most cost-effective way to boost your brand presence, engage with customers and increase sales. However, without proper targeting, your social media campaign may miss the mark. Especially when it comes to local businesses, you must cater...

Top 10 Emerging Social Media Trends in the UK for 2024

Top 10 Emerging Social Media Trends in the UK for 2024

Social media is a constantly evolving landscape, with new platforms, features, and user behaviours emerging all the time. As a small business owner in the UK, staying on top of these trends is essential to ensure that you're making the most of your social media...

REELS REELS REELS

REELS REELS REELS

🤳🏼REELS, REELS, REELS Honestly, I was up in the night trying to think how to help you out and word this one! The first question you have to ask yourself is - why do I feel I need to be doing them? If you truly hate them, can't get your head around them, then is it...

Tips for starting Social Media from Scratch

Tips for starting Social Media from Scratch

🤔 Starting Social Media from scratch may sound daunting, but it's actually a FANTASTIC opportunity! Your engagement will never be better than in those early days, so use that time to really say who you are, what you're offering and why they should follow you (even if...

The Ultimate Guide to Creating an Effective Small Business Website

The Ultimate Guide to Creating an Effective Small Business Website

In today's digital age, having a website for your business is crucial. Your website is your digital storefront, and it's often the first point of contact customers have with your brand. As a small business owner, your website must be effective, engaging, and easy to...

Will I ever stop going on about consistency?

Will I ever stop going on about consistency?

TL/DR - no.But seriously, also no. All too often I hear business owners who ignore the need for a marketing strategy, because they’ll pick their phone up and post on social media ‘when they have time.’Here’s two issues with that…Sporadically posting on social media...

The Importance of Consistent Blogging for Small Businesses

The Importance of Consistent Blogging for Small Businesses

When it comes to marketing small businesses, one of the most frequently overlooked strategies is consistent blogging. This is largely because most people think it's too time-consuming or outside of their expertise. However, creating a blog for your small business can...