Sciensha by Shammah

24/07/2022

Mastering the art of saying ‘NO’ is a life skill. Change my mind. 😌

Have you tried working even on a weekend off when you’re supposed to be celebrating with family? Answered calls from your phone that won’t stop ringing even in the middle of the night? Made endless revisions then end up settling for the first product? 🤔

If so, then you probably should start saying ‘NO’ to those clients and set healthy boundaries! Here are some things I do to draw a line:

💚 Use a separate channel of communication for work and personal matters.
NEVER give your personal number out. Communicate and coordinate with your clients through productivity tools such as Asana, Slack, Trello, Gmail, etc.

💚 Set clear office hours.
Let your client know what hours you will be available and not. It’s best to establish this so that they will know not to contact you on your off hours.

💚 Establish the scope of work and specific number of revisions.
Make sure that you both agree on the things that you will and will not be doing so that you won’t have to work on tasks that are outside of your expertise. Also, you have to agree on the number of revisions so that you won’t have to waste time and effort on indecisiveness.

How about you, what are some boundary-setting practices you have? Share your tips below! 👇🏻

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24/07/2022

Here’s your Sunday affirmation! 🌻

"𝙄 𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙣𝙤 𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙗𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨."

As this day ends and as you greet a new week, may you let go of anything that is weighing you down. Focus on looking forward to the next big thing rather than staying stuck with something that doesn’t give you fulfillment. 🍃

It’s so easy to be sucked into the abyss especially in this fast-paced digital world. 😵 We take so much information in a shorter period of time and while most of them do just pass through our minds, we still retain a huge amount of information that directly affect our ability to create sound judgments.

If that is something that you struggle with, remember that it is okay to let go of things! 😉 It sometimes even does you more good than harm. Let this week be that fresh start for you.

So, what do you plan on letting go? Reveal them to us in the comments below! 👇🏻

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24/07/2022

23/07/2022

So, should you buy fake followers? 🤔

The short answer is no. Big, fat NO. ❌

The long answer is no, because of the following reasons:

👉🏻 It will do more harm than good to your account.
Social media platforms detect spammy behavior, and that includes fake followers. This will lead to your account getting shadowbanned or worse, permanently banned.

👉🏻 It is a waste of money.
Sure, you can immediately see a massive amount of following as soon as you pay, but these followers will eventually unfollow you because they don’t have a connection to your brand at all.

👉🏻 You will not be able to connect with your target market.
You don’t know the demographic of these bought followers, so it will turn into Russian roulette. Some might become buyers (although there’s a very low chance of that), and most will simply just ignore your content.

That’s it! Instead of buying fake followers, build foolproof social media strategies that will bring your target market to your page. If you’re unsure how to do that, invest in social media managers and marketers like us! 😎

Just send us a message, click the link in our bio, or go to our website to book a discovery call! Let’s start growing your accounts 💚

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23/07/2022

It’s finally the weekend! 🥳

Wow, this week was hectic. But what week isn’t hectic for us who work in social media, right? 😂 That’s why taking a few days off and taking care of yourself is a must!

For me, I like wrapping up work and preparing everything I need for the next week on Fridays so I can freely do whatever I like to do by Saturday. Here are some of the things I enjoy doing:

🌻 Catching up on my favorite sitcoms or dramas
Recently, I’ve been into ‘Young Sheldon’ and ‘Why Her.’ I watch as many episodes as I can over the weekend while eating some good food.

🌻 Trying out new cafes or restaurants
I am a HUGE foodie. I like trying out new (and if possible, bizarre) food from cafes or restaurants that I haven’t been to before.

🌻 Going on a trip
Who doesn’t like going to the sea or hiking up the mountains? It’s the perfect getaway and reset. Nowadays, though, I haven’t been doing it much because the gas prices are crazy high!

🌻 Reading books
Aside from food, I’m also addicted to books. My shelf is full of unread books but that doesn’t stop me from buying more books though, lol. I just try to finish what I can.

🌻 Upskilling
As long as there are learning opportunities for me, I will never stop learning! Nowadays, I’m into programming, coding, and web development.

How about you? What do you like to do during the weekends? Let us know in the comments below! 👇🏻

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22/07/2022

Want to establish a website specially tailored for your brand? Eyes here! 👀

In today’s market, a well-made website can increase the likelihood of your business succeeding. Websites serve as a backbone, propping up all of your digital marketing initiatives. 😉

Just think about it: As a customer, you will more likely lean towards buying from a brand or a company that has a website where you can find all of their products with detailed information, contact details, shipping options, and such, right? Right.

👂 …What’s that? You want to start working on your website now?

Well, you’re in luck! Sciensha offers website creation services, including:
✅ Fully-functioning Web Development and Design
✅ Chatbot Automation
✅ Third-party Integrations
✅ SEO Analytics
✅ …and so much more!

Just leave us a message through our DMs or book a discovery call through our website! We are looking forward to hearing from you and working with you! 💚

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22/07/2022

Want to DIY your own website so you can showcase your products and services? 🧐 Here are some good website builders for you. (Bookmark this! 🔖)

But first, what are website builders?
Website builders are platforms that make it easy for users to make their own websites even if they have little to no coding experience at all. These builders give you access to templates, useful elements such as shopping carts or appointment bookings, integrated media storage, and sometimes even SEO analytic tools! Isn’t that just dandy? 😎

If you’re planning to create your own, here are the top 10 website builders you can try according to Forbes Business Advisors (as of June 2022):

1️⃣ Weebly, 4.4 out of 5
2️⃣ GoDaddy, 4.4 out of 5
3️⃣ 1 & 1 IONOS, 4.3 out of 5
4️⃣ Squarespace, 4.2 out of 5
5️⃣ HostGator, 4.1 out of 5
6️⃣ Wix, 4.0 out of 5
7️⃣ Shopify, 4.0 out of 5
8️⃣ Zyro, 3.9 out of 5
9️⃣ WordPress, 3.7 out of 5
🔟 Duda, 3.5 out of 5

Have you tried any of these website builders before? Let us know in the comments below what you think about this list! 💯

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21/07/2022

Not sure how to create engaging reels? Don’t have enough time to create one on your own? This one’s for you! 📢

In our previous post, we talked about ⭐️ content ideas ⭐️ for your reels, but sometimes it takes more than just ideas to create compelling reels. It needs action!

We understand that curating reels and coming up with unique ideas can be challenging especially if you are managing a business full-time, so we are here to help you! 💪🏻

We can:
✅ Brainstorm unique ideas for your brand
✅ Research reel trends
✅ Compile your footage into one video with music
✅ Curate videos for Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
✅ Schedule and upload the finished reels at optimal times

If this is something that your brand needs, don’t hesitate to leave us a message in our DMs or book a discovery call with us! 📩 Let’s get your reels rolling! 📽

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21/07/2022

Don’t know where to start with your reels? 🤔

Here are some foolproof ideas for you! Make sure to bookmark this for future reference. 🔖

📌 Introduce yourself and your team or organization
By letting them meet you and your team, your audience will feel like they are a part of your family! People like the feeling of belonging somewhere.

📌 Show a day-in-the-life as a business owner or seller
By being transparent about your processes and activities, you’re building trust and rapport between you and your audience.

📌 Offer a useful hack or tip to your audience
You don’t have to keep on hard-selling to keep them around! Give them valuable information that they can use in their day-to-day lives. Make them WANT to stay.

📌 Present a before and after
Your audience wants to know how effective your products or services are.

📌 Answer frequently asked questions
New people will always be coming into your social media pages. Make it convenient for them, make a video answering all the FAQs, and then pin it!

📌 Talk about your product or services
Of course, we shouldn’t forget the main reason why you’re even active on social media — to sell your products and services! Make sure to highlight all the best parts of ‘em.

📌 Give a sneak peek into something you’re working on
Giving people something to look forward to can make them buzz with excitement!

Which of these ideas do you think you will be using the soonest? Comment them down below! 👇🏻

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06/07/2022

Take note: Consumers are buying from brands that sell to them the least! 📝

Consumers receive thousands of marketing messages every day just about anywhere and most especially on social media, but rather than attracting people, it’s pushing them away.

Have you tried seeing the same advertisement over and over again on a YouTube video? What did you feel right after? 🤔 I don’t know about you but it annoyed the hell out of me. It pushed me to install an AdBlocker immediately even though I love supporting my favorite content creators and sites.

And I guess it’s not just me because entire industries built around blocking such marketing messages are thriving nowadays. 🤷🏻

With that, more and more marketers are realizing that the best marketing is positioned to build tighter relationships with their target market. When you connect well with your target market, the 💸 sales 💸 will eventually follow.

Instead of selling your products or services as hard as possible, why not create experiences for your target market that make them want to talk and share your product with the world? Keep in mind that the best marketing feels more like a conversation rather than a grueling lecture. 😉

Loved this insight? Share it with your friends and tag someone who needs to know this! 💚

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06/07/2022

Who else suffers from imposter syndrome? Raise your hand! 🙋🏻‍♀️

Do you often have these thoughts?
💭 “What am I doing here?”
💭 “I don’t belong here.”
💭 “Do I deserve any of these?”

Well, you just might be like me.

I often doubt my capabilities despite having a sufficient amount of experience, mentors who often always lift me up, and skills that have been tested through time.

Even when others praise my work or when clients come to me without me even sending a proposal, I write it off as good timing and luck.

But today, I was so relieved to find that my mentors also felt this way when they were just starting out and that there are ways to overcome it.

Maybe I’ll talk about ways of overcoming it next time but for now, tell me, do you also suffer from imposter syndrome from time to time? What do you do to quell that feeling? Share them down below! 👇🏻

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05/07/2022

We’re halfway through 2022! 🎊

So far, 2022 has been a year of immense growth for me. Coincidentally, it’s my Chinese zodiac year — The year of the Tiger — so I’m taking advantage of it! 🐯

The biggest choice I made so far this year was when I decided to take a huge leap from being an employee to starting my own business. Admittedly, while it’s exciting, it’s also nerve-wracking. But, so far, the support and love I have received were overwhelming and it’s pushing me to go harder! 🥺

I’m still in the early stages and still improving everything throughout the process.

So, to future me, I am working hard right now to make you proud. I promise you, we will get there!

How about you? What are you going to promise to your future self? Do you believe that you can make your future self proud too? Then go ahead and share this post, then comment down your goals! 🪐💫

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05/07/2022

Are you hitting a plateau? Making zero progress on your social media marketing strategies? Don’t worry, Sciensha got your back! ✨

It’s never too late for you to re-strategize and get your social media profiles up and going again!

We are here to help you optimize your business strategies and no no no, we’re not just going to simply post on your social. We will be doing so much more than that!

That means:
✅ Responding to all customer queries and concerns
✅ Setting up brand awareness campaigns that span months
✅ Proofreading content before release
✅ Planning strategies for product launching
✅ Reaching out to possible partners
✅ Develop promotional videos and graphics needed for your products and/or services
✅ …and so much more!

If this seems like what you need, head on over to our website (sciensha.com) and our Instagram bio to book a discovery call, or just simply shoot us a DM! 📩

We can’t wait to formulate solutions with you! 🧪

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04/07/2022

The key to seeing progress is having the courage to start DOING.

You cannot move on to the next level if you're stuck thinking:
💭 "Now is not the perfect time."
💭 "This design is not perfect yet."
💭 "I still have to perfect my skills."

I hate to admit it but I used to think like this, and it was a struggle to overcome. As someone who was ✨obsessed✨ with perfection, I often became paralyzed and ended up in a rut.

Don't be like past me. Just 👏🏻 do 👏🏻 it 👏🏻 like 's iconic slogan says.

However, JUST doing is not enough. Not striving for perfection doesn't mean that you have to settle for ordinary. Do things, but do them WELL. Make an effort to create value. Let others assess your work. Be open to feedback. Keep in mind that while you can never achieve perfection, you can always improve to become objectively better.

Especially with and — If you are sacrificing quality for speed, then you are strategically and purposefully ruining your audience's experience.

⁠If you're not willing to cross the threshold of mediocrity, it's better not to do it at all. 🤷🏻

Tag your social media bestie or business buddy below to remind them to take action! 👇🏻

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04/07/2022

AAAAAAAAND SCIENSHA.COM IS FINALLY LIVE! 🥳

After weeks of tweaking and improving to make the best experience for you all possible, it’s up at last! 🔊 *velociraptor shrieks*

I have to say, I’ve had so much fun editing this website! It’s so different from the ones I used to edit way back when I was still on Tumblr lol. I prefer minimalistic and neutral themes so this was a challenge to come up with, but I was able to finish it nonetheless, and I’m so proud of it! 💚

Here are the main features you can try on the website:

📌 You can read more about what Sciensha is on the About page.
📌 You can check out the services we offer on the Services page.
📌 You can leave me messages if you have questions, concerns, or specific requests on the Contact page.
📌 You can book a discovery call with me on the Work With Me page.

Can't wait to add some more in the future too! For now, head on over to my profile and click on the link to my website! I can’t wait to hear your thoughts in the comments below! 👇🏻

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03/07/2022

This made me LOL! 🤭

I cannot emphasize how true 's tweet is. It's CRAZY how much work do every day. Here's a reminder that you shouldn't settle for less and should know your work's worth!

Respect your expertise enough to set boundaries and say NO when needed. 🙅🏻‍♀️

And to owners, I hope you realize just how valuable your social media managers are. Remember, foster a good give-and-take. It will be helpful for you and your ventures in the long run. 😉

Are there kickass social media managers or awesome clients that you would like to thank? Mention them down below! 👇🏻

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03/07/2022

Planning ahead gives me soooo much peace! 😌🍃

Finding a way to automate things and focusing on matters that need my urgent care is one of the ways I keep deliverables in check. Here are some of my best pals when it comes to planning and posting:

📌 Meta Business Suite
With 's planner and publishing tools, posting to Facebook and Instagram is so much easier! You can plan your marketing calendar plus it also reminds you of important holidays so you can plan relatable content.

📌 Sprout Social
is very much like Meta Business Suite. You can actually manage all of your here, but I only use this for Twitter and LinkedIn. The bit I like the most with Sprout Social's planner is that they suggest optimal times for you to post. One less concern to think about!

📌 Google Workspace
With just about everything under the sun, is tough to beat. You can create content calendars, set up meetings, automate emails, gather responses, and so much more. No doubt that it's my most used tool every day.

How about you, what are some tools that help you maximize your ? Share them down below. 👇🏼

📷: MB vids on YT

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02/07/2022

Your social media pages have so much untapped potential. Why don’t we unlock it together? 🤗

I understand how challenging it is to do it all on your own — I mean, managing your business, crew, and your social media presence on top of all that? 😵 That’s burdensome.

It takes up so much of your precious time that you could’ve spent going out with your family, doing your hobbies, or taking a well-needed rest, too.

Well, that’s what a social media manager like me is here for! With my assistance, you don’t have to stress about your social media any longer.

I can monitor your social media profiles in their entirety. That means that I can respond to all customer queries and concerns, set up brand awareness campaigns, proofread your content before release, plan strategies for product launching, and even reach out to possible partners. As a creative designer, I can also develop all the promotional videos and graphics that you need.

If you've finally decided to value your freedom and invest in your business, shoot me a message, and let’s work something out! 💚

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02/07/2022

Say it with me: NUMBER OF FOLLOWERS IS NOT EQUAL TO SALES! 📢

People obsess over the number of followers most of the time, so much so that they buy them or do a promo-4-promo with an account that is completely irrelevant to theirs.

If this is you, STOP. ✋🏼

Your follower count does not directly translate to sales, especially if your followers are not really interested in your products or services.

Instead of hyper-focusing on the rise and decline of that vanity metric (I said what I said 🤪), be invested in your target audience. Identify them clearly, study their interests, create content that you think they will appreciate, and then engage with them genuinely on social media.

In no time, you will see the sales that you’ve been waiting for come in. 😉

Don’t believe me? Bookmark this post, try this out, and then come back here in the future when it starts working out for you. I bet it will! 🔖

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01/07/2022

Have you optimized your social media profiles? 👀 If you haven’t, follow these 5 steps and bookmark this post for later! 🔖

🛠 Keep your profile photos updated.
Use a high-resolution updated photo as your profile photo that sets you apart from the others. It helps your audience identify you and triggers recall. Make sure that it encapsulates what your business is about.
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🛠 State your identity clearly.
Your username and display name are directly searchable on social media platforms, so you have to make sure that you put your business in your display name. For example, if you are a company of architects, you can use this template: [name of company] | Architectural Services. It makes it so much easier for your audience to stumble on your pages!
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🛠 Make your bio memorable.
Bios are usually limited to only 150 characters, so you have to be precise and wise when it comes to making your bio. It should sum up what your brand or company is about. Make it stand out and leave an impression too by highlighting your unique aspects!
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🛠 Invite with a call-to-action.
You might not realize this, but CTAs are very important not just in your posts, but also in your bio. Invite your audience to take action — it could be signing up for your mailing list, going to your website, booking your services, or acquiring a freebie.
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🛠 Curate your social media feed.
Make sure that your posts always scream your brand — that means that they should show your brand colors, font pairings, and focal messages. Include emojis and space breaks when necessary, it eases your audience’s eyes.
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If you’re struggling to optimize your social media profile, maybe it’s time that you get a social media manager. 😉

Do you know some more tips about stepping up your social media profile game? Leave them down below and let’s pool ideas! 👇🏻

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01/07/2022

As a social media marketer and manager, people often ask me, “When is the best time to post?”

My answer is always, “It depends.”

There is no one right answer for all social media pages. It depends on several factors:

✅ Demographic. Who is your audience? What are their daily activities? When are they most active on social media? You have to find out the answer to those questions first. Thankfully, nowadays, it has become easier to do so because of post insights.

✅ Location. You shouldn’t just focus on your location, but also on your audience’s location! Where do they come from? Maybe your audience is concentrated in one area, but they could also come from other places. If so, you can try posting with their time zones in mind. Don’t include all of the places though! Just the top 2 places would be good.

✅ Goal. What is the goal of your post? Pair this with a fitting timing. For example, if you want people to buy something from your flash sale, you should post in the evening when people are already at home and not when they are busy at work.

Did you find this helpful? Let us know in the comments below and bookmark this future reference! 🔖

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30/06/2022

Pride month may be coming to an end, but pride has no boundaries! 🌈

Let's continue supporting LGBTQIA+ creatives, personalities, pages, and businesses regardless of what month of the year it is.

As someone who has friends from the whole spectrum, it gives me joy seeing people go out and celebrate pride every June but I have to admit, it’s kind of disappointing when people dip as soon as the clock strikes 12 on July 1. It just seems so performative.

Sometimes, brands only use it as a marketing tactic but in reality, they’re not supporting LGBTQIA+ people behind the scenes. Hopefully, we, as marketers and business owners, learn how to be sincere with our message to our audience. It’s a disservice to pretend.

With that said, who are your favorite LGBTQIA+ creatives or personalities? Drop their @ below so I can check them out! I love getting fresh content on my feed! 👇🏻

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