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We excel in the art of creating and growing a meaningful social media presence for small businesses

09/10/2025

By the end of 2025, Google Ads will remove manual language targeting in Search campaigns. Instead, their AI will automatically detect and target languages for you.

👉 What this means for small businesses:

Simpler setup – less time spent tweaking settings.
Less control – you won’t be able to choose specific languages anymore.
Higher stakes – especially in bilingual or multilingual communities where accuracy matters.

💡 Takeaway: If you run Google Ads, keep a close eye on campaign performance once this rolls out. Automation can be a powerful tool - but without monitoring, it could mean missed opportunities with your audience.

At Cakewalk Social, we track these changes so your business can stay ahead - because even small shifts in platforms can have a big impact on how you connect with customers.

09/08/2025

YouTube just admitted it’s been quietly altering some Shorts using machine learning - smoothing out details, changing skin tones, even reshaping features - without telling creators.

On the surface, “better quality” sounds like a win. But here’s the problem: creators lost control of their own content. Their work was edited, and their audiences saw something they never approved.

👉 For small businesses and nonprofits, this is a critical reminder: transparency matters more than polish.

Your audience values authenticity over AI-perfection.
Clear communication builds trust.
And when technology changes the rules, you need to stay in the driver’s seat.

✨ Takeaway: Always choose platforms, partners, and tools that let you tell your story your way.

09/05/2025

Over Labor Day, California Governor Gavin Newsom’s team leaned into memes - casting political figures as Hunger Games and Harry Potter characters - to spark conversation online. Love it or not, the tactic worked: people noticed, shared, and debated.

So what’s the takeaway for small businesses and nonprofits?

👉 Visual storytelling sticks. A clever image often travels farther than text alone.
👉 Humor + pop culture = reach. Relatable references help your message connect beyond your core audience.
👉 Bold gets remembered. Even if not everyone agrees, creativity keeps you top of mind.

You don’t need politics - or The Hunger Games - to make this work. The next time you post, ask: What pop culture hook or playful visual could I use to make my message more shareable?

09/03/2025

When even Taylor Swift’s website struggles with accessibility, it’s a reminder for all of us: good design isn’t just about looking good - it’s about being usable by everyone.

A recent review of her site pointed out some critical issues:
⚠️ Low contrast colors that are nearly invisible to people with color blindness
⚠️ Tiny, hard-to-read fonts (especially in ALL CAPS)
⚠️ Glittery animations and effects that overwhelm instead of inform
⚠️ Missing ALT text and broken HTML

These mistakes don’t just hurt aesthetics - they shut people out.

💡 The lesson? Accessibility shouldn’t be an afterthought or a “nice to have.” It needs to be built into your brand and web design from the very beginning. When we design with inclusion in mind, we make digital spaces more welcoming and more effective.

👉 If you’re building a brand or refreshing your site, prioritize accessibility first - it’s good ethics and good business.

09/01/2025

Today we celebrate the heart of every mission-driven organization - the people who make it happen. From nonprofit teams working long hours to volunteers showing up rain or shine, your labor fuels change.

Whether you're a social media manager juggling campaigns, a founder writing grants, or a board member spreading the word - your work matters.

Rest. Reflect. Recharge. You’ve earned it.

08/29/2025

Cracker Barrel recently tried to modernize its look by rolling out a sleek, text-only logo. But customers didn’t bite. The backlash was immediate - social feeds lit up with complaints, conservative voices piled on, and even the stock price took a hit. Within days, the brand backtracked and announced the old “Uncle Herschel by the barrel” logo would stay.

The takeaway? Rebranding isn’t just about aesthetics - it’s about identity. If your brand’s history and nostalgia are central to customer loyalty, stripping them away can feel like erasing what people love most about you.

When you update your branding, don’t just ask “does this look good on mobile?” Ask:
👉 Does this reflect our values?
👉 Will our audience still recognize themselves in us?
👉 Are we preserving what makes us us?

Because a rebrand should move you forward - without leaving your customers behind.

08/27/2025

Here’s the thing: AI search engines don’t show all your reviews. They summarize them into just a few sentences.

If your last 10 reviews are glowing, that becomes your story. If they’re negative? That’s your story too.

Make sure the story being told reflects your best work → ask for reviews consistently, not just when things go wrong.

08/25/2025

Forget complicated SEO hacks. Fresh reviews are pure gold for getting found online.

Google favors businesses with:
⭐ Plenty of reviews
⭐ Recent reviews
⭐ Positive engagement

That means a steady trickle of feedback from happy customers can boost your local search visibility more than you think.

Pro tip: After a purchase, send a short follow-up email or text with a direct review link. Keep it short and simple.

08/22/2025

👀 Did you know AI tools like Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, and Perplexity are already summarizing your reviews when people search for your business?

That means your online reputation is no longer tucked away on Google - it’s being pulled into AI search results, Reddit threads, and even TikTok.

✅ Tip: Make it a habit to reply to every review - positive or negative. Engagement shows you care, and that matters just as much as the stars.

08/20/2025

MSNBC just announced it’s rebranding to MS NOW - and the internet had a lot to say. While the network wanted to highlight a “fresh identity,” the response shows how tricky naming and branding can be.

👉 What went wrong?

Acronyms can carry unintended meanings (in this case, some people read it as “multiple sclerosis now”).
Removing heritage names (“NBC”) risks losing brand equity audiences already trust.
The new logo rollout sparked more mockery than excitement - proof that timing and messaging are everything.

💡 Takeaway for small businesses:

Before you change your name, logo, or branding:

1. Test it with real people (not just your internal team).
2. Consider what equity you might be leaving behind.
3. Make sure the story behind the rebrand is clear and compelling.

Your brand is more than a new logo - it’s how people feel when they see it.

08/18/2025

People don’t want to be marketed to. They want to feel part of something.

The difference between an audience and a community?
👂 You listen more than you sell
🤝 You build trust before asking for action
💬 You create space for others to be seen and heard

At Cakewalk Social, we help nonprofits and mission-driven brands build true community - one post, one conversation, one connection at a time.

08/15/2025

🤫 Confession time: Running Cakewalk Social hasn’t always been smooth sailing.

In our early days, we tried to be everywhere - posting daily, joining every trend, offering every service. Guess what? We burned out fast.

✨ Here’s what we learned:
→ Clarity beats hustle. Focus on what you do best.
→ Not every platform deserves your energy. Pick your lanes.
→ Community matters more than vanity metrics.

Today, we’re thriving because we help clients build intentional brands.

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