Social Beag

25/09/2021

🤍 Diary Temporarily Closed 🤍

Thank you so much for the support over the last 5 months. I have decided to not take on any new clients for the time being. I take pride in my work and would not like to spread myself too thin and start offering less value to my current clients.

If you would be interested in setting up a meeting once my diary reopens please feel free to contact me to be placed on a list.

Again thank you all so much for the support, for anyone that may need a nudge with their social media stay tuned - I may just have a little guide coming in the next few weeks.

Feeling very grateful,
Jillian

20/09/2021

📣 Question Time:

👉 What do I always get asked?
Do I really need to do reels to grow online? 👈

I have good news and bad news - the answer is both yes & no!

You don't have to depend completely on reels to grow. But you do have to create fitting content that will add value to peoples lives in your sector.

However that being said, Reels are nothing to be scared of. Even though the stereotypical reel may look like you your self need to be in it - there are ways around that.

If you need help with what type of reels to create for your page please feel free to send me a message.

18/09/2021

Engage! Engage! Engage!

👉 A key component to building a reputation as a business online 👈

📣 How to Engage?
Reply to all DMs & Comments
React to stories
Comment, Like, Share, Save other posts on your feed
Communicate with those that like your post

✨ Pro Tip:
React to stories, Comment or like the posts of people that like your photo shortly after your post.

15/09/2021

Read it and read it again.

Without books and reading I probably wouln't have taken the step to set up this page and help so many local start up businesses.

This is just one snippet from one of my favourite books Good Vibes, Good Life by .. there are so many dog leaves in this book with sections that speak to me so much on certain days. It is a book that I have read from cover to cover but if I feel some doubt or even just a bit unsettled I will reach for it. Not only does the distraction help but it is simple short points that can speak to everyone.

What books have you read that you keep going back to?

07/09/2021

First post in a few weeks after having to take some time off and I just had to share this lovely ladies testimonial.

Katie has had great results - we have worked together where I focus on her main posts and send them to her for approval. Katie also takes her own initiative and supports the content with stories and showcasing a snippet of family life and amazing words of encouragement.

If you are in the area Katie from is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to holistic health and reflexology and indian head massage, be sure to follow for the amazing tips she gives.

12/08/2021

HOW TO CREATE A SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY?

1.Set goals that align with your business
2.Learn about your audience and who you are speaking to
3.Know and understand your competitors
4.Review and audit your social media regularly
5.Be inspired by others content, but make it unique
6.Create a Social Media Calendar, Start small weekly, then monthly

10/08/2021

A social media strategy is a plan outlining your social media goals, the tactics you will use to achieve them and the metrics you will track to measure your progress.

Your social media marketing strategy should also list all of your existing and planned social media accounts along with goals specific to each platform you’re active on.

Finally, a good social media plan should define the roles and responsibilities within your team and outline your reporting cadence.

If you need some help planning your strategy feel free to message me here with any queries.

03/08/2021

Feeling overwhelmed with creating your content all in 1 day?

Don't - spread your tasks over the week. Break it into each step.

This will allow you to plan more strategically and put out content that is needed by your followers. Always keep them in mind, will it add value for them?

Feel free to send me a message if you have any specific questions with scheduling or creating content, I would be happy to help.

01/08/2021

Hello August! 🤍

I love the feeling of a fresh start and a fresh focus to build all all the positive personal and business plans..

I have outlined some simple steps to follow, these are the steps I follow every month, week and day. You can use whichever ones resonate with you.

These are the steps that created my FREE focus planner that you can download here:
https://socialbeag.com/2021/06/30/freefocusplanner/
or you can use blank pages with your own headings - whichever feels right for you.

30/07/2021

F R I D A Y~F A C T:

Yes 44% of internet users search a brand on social media before making a purchase or booking an appointment.

This is the number one reason all brands need to refresh and review social media strategy on a regular basis.

▶️The number one recommendation I would have would be to look at what you post, are you posting just for the sake of it? Do you feel guilty when you haven't posted in a while and then make a post for the sake of it?

▶️Keep your clients in mind the next time your making a post and ask yourself these important questions. If a potential customer visits your social media will that post add value for them? Will it encourage them to visit or make a purchase?

If you would like a Social Media Refresh, please feel free to message me for a consultation and we can work out a plan with simple tips that will make your social media strategy less time consuming.

27/07/2021

My first written review 💃

Margaret has been with me since 1st June, not long started on her digital journey and has worked with other marketing companies that may not have tailored to her services and have also put budget behind her marketing. The statistics seen in this post are only the touch of the surface for Margaret and her profile, and whats better is these were achieved with organic posts. No budget was placed behind any advertising in the last few weeks.

Margaret and I sat down initially and had a call where we discussed the ideal scenario that would suit Margaret and that was that I become her social media manager. Content is created and sent for approval weekly. Margaret has great input into what we push through every week - at the end of the day I know Marketing and Margaret has the correct knowledge in her niche for her clients.

I look forward to continuing to work with Margaret and get her brand even more established and setting goals I know we can smash together.

20/07/2021

If you are waiting for a signal to go for it - then take this as it!

I waited months, and longer to go live with this page and the services I offer, every thought you had, I probably did too!

If you have an idea, then please just go for it.. There are so many in your shoes having the same thoughts and doubts as you but now look back and feel proud and hopeful! I know my business may not be 100% perfect but is anything? Is perfect real?

One thing I do know is I will keep working, keep trying and keep setting goals and smashing them! This is your sign that you can too!

If you want a sounding board - even if its not marketing related my messages are always open 🤍

13/07/2021

As promised some simple ways of implementing Reels and Video content into your social media plan.

Carousel with Voiceover - can be done in Canva - if you need help please message me.
Screen recording - can be done on your phone with no app installion needed most of the time
Before and After Videos - ideal for hairdressers, beauty salons, fashion stylists
Storytime - sit down and plan a chat for 15-30 second on a pain point that will connect you with your audience.

I know video can be daunting if you are just starting out - please feel free to reach out and message me for some simple support or advice if needed.

Jillian 🤍

12/07/2021

To get ahead of the Instagram update announcement last weeek you need to get your practice of these top 4 piece of content in.

Reels, IGTV, Instagram Lives & Video Posts.

If you are struggling with how to even begin please send me a DM I would be more than happy to help and give some simple tips and pointers in the right direction.

✨Stay tuned for some REEL ideas that you don't need to show your face for ✨

11/07/2021

Happy Sunday!! If you have followed me from the start you will know I LOVE planning ahead on a Sunday .. This is your reminder to STOP focusing on what you haven't done and start being proactive on your socials!

Here are 10 days of posts prompts for you to create content for... and if you really want to plan ahead download my FREE Focus Planner with the link in my bio now.. Lets smash some goals ✨

10/07/2021

The reason I set up Social Beag is to help Small Businesses and Profilers to GROW!

Help out a local business by tagging them below - I know there are so many out there that I haven't come across yet - I will share accounts on my stories too!. Lets support each other and build each other up, we see enough negativity online lets change it up and support each other for FREE, it doesn't cost anything to be nice!

09/07/2021

Digital Marketing Workshops now available:

▫️One to one learning environment
▫️No Minimum Booking
▫️Tailored Content to your needs
▫️Continued Support

For more information please feel free to send me a message or email with no obligation of commiting.

07/07/2021

Love this challenge - 5 Random facts about me 🙋‍♀️

1️⃣ I once booked a one way flight with my best friend to Majorca and ended up coming home after a very short amount of time 😅 - let’s just say I am definitely a homebird.
2️⃣ I am dog/animal OBSESSED! When I go for walks my other half and friends always say I acknowledge the dogs more than the people & say hello to them first 🙋🏻‍♀️ I have a Shihtzu called Miley (not Cyrus by the way🙄)
3️⃣ I am a very proud auntie to 3 nephews and a niece and they are the best craic! I am the youngest of 3 siblings with an older brother and sister.
4️⃣ I am a very loyal person and very lucky to have some of the most supportive friends and family.
5️⃣ I am obsessed with the moon and the stars, always have been.. I know I have some bright stars in the sky watching over me 🤍

I nominate my local girls making a way online to take part & share 5 random facts about them:

05/07/2021

Are you thinking of starting your own business or have you begun already and struggling to find your feet?

If you haven't made contact with your Local Enterprise Office make this a goal for this week! The support offered from the LEO is second to none with little to no charge for majority of services. With clients I have worked with they have made contact with Tralee & Listowel however, no matter where you are in Ireland there is one nearby.

For further information based on any of the supports mentioned follow or make contact with your local representative.

Find your local enterprise office online here -> https://www.localenterprise.ie/Find-Your-Local-Enterprise-Office/

02/07/2021

Just one of the reasons I love lists and writing my goals - it holds me accountable, keeps me focused and in return I achieve my goals or else I make them bigger.

Realise and achieve your goals with the Social Beag FREE focus planner that is now available to download here -> https://socialbeag.com/2021/06/30/freefocusplanner/

Any queries or questions please don't hestiate to contact me 🤍

01/07/2021

So happy to finally have this simple little tool ready for you to use at home.

Check out my website to download your free focus planner and find out how I use it here: https://socialbeag.com/2021/06/30/freefocusplanner/

Any feedback is greatly appreciated 🤍

FREE Focus PlannerDownload From my time on the job as a Social Media manager as well as managing an online store – the overwhelm was very real! I have spent my time following these headings o…

29/06/2021

Small start up businesses are my area of expertise and I love helping people and their brand grow.. I often wonder do friends know how easy it is to support those around them and just how rewarding it can feel?

In my locality alone there are so many people that have just started on their digital journey - and I wanted to share this post to show just how you can support those around you that have taken that plunge. Swipe right to see how you can support your friends for FREE online. Tag the people you support below - it helps😁

20/06/2021

O V E R W H E L M

This is the most common emotion when I am chatting to clients. The pressure that is felt when having your own business - yes you love what you do and the actual 'work' isn't the issue, it is all the other jobs that you need to manage - including social media!

Top Tips to help with Social Media Overwhelm:
PLAN - yes I know I keep saying plan and lists, but it really does take the pressure off.
GOALS - set some goals! Yes this may sound like you adding to your list - however this will give you focus and will help you create your plan.
RESET - Don't be afraid to reset, take time away from work life can sometimes be the most beneficial. I know it definitely helps me!
DELEGATE - you may be highly qualified at your service but that does not mean you are good at all the other aspects of running a business, ie accounting, advertising, marketing, human resources. Delegate the jobs when you can, it will help in the long run.

To delegate your social media don't hesitate to contact me, or even to help you set your marketing goals and plan ahead we can set up a call and get a plan in place - Removing some of the overwhelm and pressure.

16/06/2021

2 top tips I share with anyone starting out:

1 - PLAN - plan everything! Start big and drill it down, Month overview, week overview down to the day plan it all. Topics, Captions, Graphics. Schedule in an hour or 2 every week and get it done! It may seem daunting at the start but you will thank me later!

2 - List - similar to above keep a notepad or a notes sheet on your phone and write down ideas for posts as they come to you, this will be a list that you can fall back on when your not sure what you want to post or feel a bit demotivated. This is your backup plan. Also I don't know about you but sometimes I will think of things (espcecially when trying to sleep) and can't recall what my amazing idea was the next morning - Write it down!

These are two very simplistic tips that I recommend for anyone on their digital journey. It is often the easiest of tasks we put on the long finger, but I promise if you build these two habits it will make your marketing alot less stressful.

If you would like some tips to get you started please feel free to book a complimentary call now and we can chat through some plans for you and your brand.

Booking available here -> https://socialbeag.com/contact/

14/06/2021

3 Apps I Cannot Live Without!

For both my clients and my own content I love using these apps that make my life a little bit easier. If you manage your own social media then you need to become familar with these platforms.

1️⃣ InShot - Photo video maker with music. I love using inshot for creating, reels, adverts or even collages for family events. It is a free app that has so many hidden values. Including extracting sound from video to use over your own content.

2️⃣Canva - if you have a social presence and haven't used Canva then I think you may be living under a rock - download it now - Thank me later! There are so many simple ways using Canva can help save you time on your social strategy. Also canva allow you to stay consistant and on brand so easily. There is an option for paid or free, and the free gives you so much to start out that you won't need to pay.

3️⃣Unsplash - ever want a nice image so you can tell your story? Or can't find a suitable image on google/canva? Then look no further than Unsplash. The quality of images on this website are second to none. I also love that you can see the person that is behind the imagery and you can credit them. This is also a FREE App.

Happy Downloading and experimenting! If you become stuck with any don't be afraid to send a DM to ask any queries.

Jillian 🤍

08/06/2021

Having some chats on my story this evening with the Leaving Certificate beginning tomorrow this has been on my mind - I remember thinking that I had to know what I wanted to do for the rest of my life and how wrong was I.... Have a listen to hear my story.

The main point is it is ok to not know what you want to do for the rest of your life - it is ok to feel like you haven't done enough - I think everyone thinks this the night before!

All you can do is your best and everything will absolutely work out the way it is supposed to.

06/06/2021

My Diary is open 🤍

Lets chat through your business goals this month with a FREE consultation, Message me to book in now.

05/06/2021

A constant message I receive is from start up business people that are the accountant, the trader and the sole occupant of employees of their business, and their main concern is that Social Media is pushed to the bottom of the list of business objectives!

Especially at the moment I do think that businesses feel the pressure to be online but struggle to make time for all aspects in business - that is where I come in to help!

With anyone that reaches out I try do a follow up consultation chat with them - be it in email, on the phone or zoom. This free call is a short 30/40 min chat about what your pain points are, what your goals are and where you want to improve. After the call a plan is pepared and we go from there!

Some clients just need branding consitancy, some clients want a whole digital review, others like a one to one workshop on basics to change and help them with their social strategy and other clients just want the pressure taken away and all their social media channels managed.

If you have ever thought of any of the above please feel free to message me or email me to find out if we can collaboratively improve you digital presence.

More information available at socialbeag.com

01/06/2021

Happy June 1st! Cannot believe we are 6 months into 2021 already! Todays post is something I started out doing when I first became a Social Media manager over 6 years ago - National Days... When Planning content in advance I sometime would struggles to find content that wasn't sales driven so I turned to National Days to help entertain my audience.

I have just posted all the National Days in June on socialbeag.com, some really quirky ones that may just add the entertainment value to your page. Including Donut Day, Kissing Day and Leave the office early day - great excuses if you ask me :)

Do you use a content calendar? If not then stay tuned for something coming very soon ☺️