Having pre-determined monthly content themes can make developing content as a small business owner, so much easier!

Content planning is the process of developing a strategic plan for the content you publish. This includes identifying what content will be created, on what platform it will be published, when it will be published, and how it will be presented.  Depending on the size of your team, your content plan will also include who […]

A 2021 study conducted by the American Psychological Association found that over 60% of Americans agree that work and money are significant causes of stress in their lives. As a small business owner, where work and money can sneakily become associated with your self-worth, mental health statistics become quite worse. According to an article in […]

Social media is a powerful tool for connecting with customers and promoting your business, although it can be tricky if you don’t understand your audience and share the wrong content. Here are a few tips to help you successfully utilize social media: 1. Know Your Audience Inside and Out When it comes to social media, […]

As Stress Awareness Month is coming to a close, I felt it was important to talk about how to handle the stress of constantly being able to create content. Setting realistic goals is the best way to manage the stress of constantly creating content. First, make sure you are focusing on small goals that you […]

What is Marketing Psychology?  Through the combination of behavioral science, neuroscience, and psychology we’re able to create effective marketing messages. These three fields work together to influence a comprehensive strategy that attracts, convinces, and converts more customers. Once you understand how the human brain works, it is much easier to connect with your ideal customers […]

What is Consumer Behavior? Consumer behavior is the process by which individuals make choices about what to purchase.  According to Harvard professor Gerald Zaltman, most purchasing decisions are subconscious and solely based on how a consumer feels.  By understanding how consumers think, feel, and behave, you can better tailor your marketing efforts to appeal to […]

How Psychology Plays a Significant Role in Marketing and How You Can Use It to Improve Your Results Psychology plays a central role in marketing. Too often we forget that the human brain has evolved and adapted over thousands of years. All of our thoughts and actions are rooted in survival.  When presented with any […]

What do you think of when you hear the words “Content Creation”? Is your first reaction to think about blog posts, podcasts, or social media posts? Chances are, you’re either thinking of your favorite type of content format or your least favorite type of content. When creating content for your own business, it’s important to […]

A brand experience is the culmination of your customer’s thoughts, feelings, and perceptions, as they relate to your business. It’s the ultimate combination of your business’ brand strategy, customer experience, and user experience. When a strong brand experience is implemented, you’re helping your small business stand out from the competition. This is increasingly important as […]

You need to stop wasting all your time creating social media content. Social media isn’t the endgame. Yes, the girl with multiple social media marketing certifications is telling you to stop spending so much time on social media. Don’t get me wrong, there are, of course, many benefits of social media for your small business. […]

Struggling to determine the type of content you should be posting to social media as a small business owner? You can start by outlining your Instagram content with five content pillars for your small business.  Content pillars are key topics that drive your content strategy in the right direction.  As a business owner, social media […]

What is evergreen content and how can creating this type of content benefit your small business? Simply put, evergreen content retains its relevancy, regardless of when it’s consumed. As a small business owner, creating content is often a daunting task. While content creation requires your attention, this task often gets pushed to the back burner.  […]

Collectively, last year, Black Friday promotion resulted in a record-breaking $9 BILLION in revenue from online sales. And according to data from Fohr, over 71% of consumers will be using Instagram to shop for their holiday gifts this year. What’s that mean for you?? It’s your turn to grab a piece of the Black Friday […]

Congratulations, you started a new business! Take a load off my friend, because we both know you’ve just inherited one too many hats to wear.  Whether you’re trying to keep costs down or struggling to find employees to hire, you and I both know you’re working harder than you ever have before. This new business […]

If your marketing isn’t converting, chances are you’re having thoughts like: “My digital marketing strategy doesn’t work. Marketing is a waste of money. I feel like digital marketing is one big bamboozle.” As a digital marketing coach, I constantly hear clients say their marketing basically sucks. If you feel your marketing efforts aren’t working either… […]

What if I told you I haven’t had a sales call in over 6 months but I’m closing higher-ticket products and services more frequently now than ever before? Content marketing and using social media strategically (specifically Instagram marketing!) are all I’m doing to make an income. Hold onto your pants, because I’m about to spill […]

Stuck in a content drought? Below you’ll find an entire month’s worth of content ideas for you to use throughout your small business’ social media accounts. Grab these plug-and-play content ideas, integrate them into your social media scheduler, and start showing up consistently for your audience. Consistent, high-quality content on social media will not only […]

Most small business owners don’t struggle to create content. They struggle to create consistent content for extended periods of time. Successful content marketing isn’t defined by a one-hit-wonder, or one piece of content going viral overnight. True success is derived from continually being your ideal customer’s go-to source for information. It’s clear that you need […]

Honestly, is there anything better than being efficient? My motto for life and business has always been to work smarter, not harder. When I discover a new time-saving app, you can bet your bottom dollar I’m trying it out. Over the years I’ve found some gems (and quite a few clunkers) when it comes to […]