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The Biggest Social Media Trends Small Businesses Should Watch in 2026

The Biggest Social Media Trends Small Businesses Should Watch in 2026

Forget chasing every trend.Focus on what actually drives growth. 1. Short-form video (still king) Reels aren’t going anywhere. But:• Raw beats polished• Talking to camera performs• Education wins You don’t need fancy edits.Your phone is enough. 2. Personal brands >...
How to Turn Social Media Engagement Into Real Business Results

How to Turn Social Media Engagement Into Real Business Results

Engagement is great, but if it’s not leading to enquiries, something’s missing. Here’s how to bridge that gap: 1. Make your offer crystal clear People can’t buy what they don’t understand. Ask yourself:• Do I clearly say what I do?• Who it’s for?• What problem I...
The 6-step content plan for busy business owners

The 6-step content plan for busy business owners

If you are running a business, social media often ends up being the thing you squeeze in around everything else. You post when you remember.You post when you feel guilty.You post when enquiries slow down. That is not a content plan. It is a stress response. The goal...
The Simple Framework to Plan Your Social Media Content for a Quarter

The Simple Framework to Plan Your Social Media Content for a Quarter

Content planning doesn’t need to be complicated. Here’s the exact framework I use with clients: Step 1: Choose your 3 content pillars These are your main topics. For example:• Education• Behind the scenes• Offers and services Everything you post fits into one of...

How to Prioritise Your Marketing Channels for Maximum Impact

How to Prioritise Your Marketing Channels for Maximum Impact

If you’re trying to be everywhere at once, let me save you some stress: you don’t need to be. One of the biggest mistakes I see business owners make is spreading themselves too thin. Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, email marketing, blogs, TikTok… it’s exhausting just...

What Makes the Cut? The Art of Not Executing Every Idea

What Makes the Cut? The Art of Not Executing Every Idea

Running a business often means generating countless great ideas, whether it’s a new digital marketing campaign, an innovative product, or a clever way to reach your audience. But here’s the catch—not every idea is worth executing. When you try to pursue every concept...

6 Steps to Build a Bulletproof Marketing Strategy

6 Steps to Build a Bulletproof Marketing Strategy

A strong marketing strategy is the backbone of any successful business. It provides focus, consistency, and direction as you work towards your goals, ensuring every effort contributes to your overall success. Whether you’re a growing business in Lincolnshire,...

How to Juggle All of the Marketing Tasks on Your To-Do List

How to Juggle All of the Marketing Tasks on Your To-Do List

Managing a busy marketing to-do list can sometimes feel like spinning plates—just as you focus on one task, another demands your attention. From planning social media campaigns to analysing data or creating content, marketing involves a wide range of responsibilities...

Getting a job was the best thing that ever happened to my business…

Getting a job was the best thing that ever happened to my business…

It may seem a bit backwards, and when I first started Trax Media I had a job and was working tirelessly to build my business up enough for me to quit. But 7 years on, here I was starting my first day at ‘work’. Now, in the interest of full transparency, it’s not an...

How Often is Too Often to Rebrand Your Business?

How Often is Too Often to Rebrand Your Business?

Rebranding can be an exciting opportunity for a fresh start, allowing businesses to refine their image, connect with new audiences, or better align their goals with their brand story. However, rebranding isn’t a decision to take lightly. Done too often, it can confuse...