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ELAS Marketing Services, 401 Hall Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI (2025)

04/25/2025

THIS wasn’t just my time to shine.

Yesterday, I had the incredible opportunity to join the Adobe team and work alongside some truly inspiring minds who brought their A-game, shared their stories, and poured so much heart into the room.

We were able to connect with students and future creatives navigating content, careers, and everything in between.

It wasn’t just about tools or strategy. It was about mindset. About meeting people where they are and helping them see what’s possible.

From real talk on imposter syndrome to the power of showing up authentically online, we covered all of it.

And I’m here for all of this.

Always.

Thank you for another fun event. I already can’t wait for the next one.

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

04/14/2025

🚨Baby we’re golden with this editing platform! Here’s what you didn’t know👇🏻

Instagrams new video editing app is being released on April 30th and besides it being fully integrated with your Instagram Insights you can also download with NO WATERMARK to repurpose on EVERY social media platform.

Best part, it’s owned by IG which makes it a US based platform!

And since we all know what that means, it’s seriously an app to consider.

✨ So will this be the end of CapCut!?

Let me know your thoughts and make sure to SAVE, USE & REORDER Edits now!

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

04/09/2025

🚨10k+ people copied my post and claimed it their own!

Trends come and go. But leaders? They last.

You can chase the algorithm, copy what’s viral, and constantly scramble to “keep up”…

Or you can decide to build something that others want to follow!

The people we admire most didn’t follow the crowd.

They created the blueprint.

The blueprint is more than a moment. It’s a mindset.

It means:

- You lead with vision, not validation.

- You trust your ideas before they’re popular.

- You create with intention, not imitation.

🚨Trends are loud. But originality echoes.

With every post I share I aim to help people and that’s what I want to be known for.

Every post is intentional, every post is original! Even though I know people will copy it and some will even do way better than my own. Unfair!? Yes. But as long as you own it, you still win the “race” long-term.

I‘m not here to keep up.
I‘m here to set the standard.

Cheers ☕️

And thanks for coming to my TED talk✌🏻

-Daniela

04/07/2025

🚨NEW SOCIAL MEDIA TREND! Save & use this now!

I used this for two of our clients yesterday and both posts are doing AMAZING! Feel free to check out for another example.

It’s such a great way to introduce yourself, celebrate a team member for their birthday or employee of the month or use it for a new job posting.

Did you try this yet? It’s honestly so fun!

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

And yes, I have 3+ active social media accounts besides this one 😅

04/06/2025

It’s the to-go coffee cup and the two tripods for me. Here’s how you’ll make yourself hot to go👇🏻

Please create a picture of me as a real-life action figure dupe.

Include my name and social media handle at the top of the packaging, and my titles or roles at the bottom. I typically wear [describe your go-to outfit]. I typically wear [list any signature items].

My hair is [describe your hairstyle], and my body type is [brief description]. I’ve attached reference photos for accuracy.

Add accessories that represent my lifestyle or profession, like [list 3–5 relevant items].

And that’s it.

Honestly, what a fun way to (re) introduce yourself to your social media audience ;)

✨Now have fun and feel free to tag me in your post if you used the prompt. I’d love to see what yours looks like.

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

04/03/2025

Oh well, happy Spring Break everyone 😅✌🏻

And please don’t expect me to post anything next week other than my effortless Spring Break photo dump and a reel teaching you how I DID NOT make 6-figures during spring break, because in reality I’ll be busy filming trends with my client because our Airbnbs are 15 minutes apart from each other *no joke, but kinda funny 🤣😂🤣

Wish me luck.

Cheers 🥂

-Daniela

03/31/2025

THIS is for your April in snapshots. SAVE & USE these photo dump captions now and don’t forget to follow the perfect photo dump recipe👇🏻

- A standout outfit or fashion moment
- A candid or unposed shot for authenticity
- A scenic view or landscape that sets the mood
- A close-up detail shot
- A group photo or social moment that captures connection
- A playful or unexpected behind-the-scenes image
- A reflective or quiet moment, like a journal, book, or sunrise

And don’t forget to start off with a summarizing first photo as your hook!

Oh, and for everyone wondering, yes you can also use these for your lifestyle Reels and Stories!

The more unexpected a caption hook is, the better ;)

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

03/24/2025

You asked for this. Now start blooming in every way🌷☀️

SAVE & USE these caption ideas now for your Springtime snapshots and reel moments 😉

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

03/19/2025

THIS is how you give your pink pony club some country vibes👇🏻

In February, one of our clients launched a new product and we literally sold out in week one, we roasted quite a few Instagram profiles and are constantly optimizing for SEO purposes.

But, everyone can sense a caption or post written by ChatGPT from a mile away.

🚨So STOP using it to write your posts and start working smarter.

Fun fact: I still audio text ALL of my captions and comments. Hence ALL the typos and misspelled words 😅

🚨Anyways, make sure to SAVE & USE the prompts and go ahead and roast your profile grids in one paragraph.

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

03/17/2025

🚨Choosing the right words that can do more than just 10x your engagement👇🏻

When it comes to Instagram captions, the first 125 characters matter way more than you think.

I’m sure you’ve seen all the “STEAL these viral hooks” reels, but honestly, screw those.

🚨The majority of them are everything else but original!

🚨They are copied and overused.

A REAL “hook” doesn’t just stop just the scroll.

Its relatable, creates curiosity, and makes people want to take action.

Whether you’re telling a story, sharing value, or selling a product; how you start sets the tone for everything that follows.

🚨Be Real, Not Perfect:

People connect with people, not polished brands.

When your hooks sound conversational and genuine, they’ll feel like you’re speaking directly to them.

Instead of a generic “Here’s something you’ll love,” try something like, “I have to admit, this is my secret to…”

That’s it!

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

03/10/2025

I said it before and I’ll say it again: STOP saying follow me! Here’s the true reason why👇🏻

Remember that Reel when Instagram said stop begging for engagement!

🚨Don’t worry, you won’t get shadow banned or flagged when you say:

1. Follow me
2. Comment below
3. Like this post
4. Share this post
5. Save this post

🚨But here’s why you shouldn’t say that:

It’s boring.

It’s SO 2019.

It doesn’t give me ANY reason why I should follow you.

And actually turns people off BIG TIME.

🚨You have to give people more than that.

Giving people a true reason why they should follow you, doesn’t just give them more context but also supports your mission on Instagram.

AND helps the algo understand who you are and what your content is about!

🚨Now make sure to FOLLOW ME for more tips, facts and honest social media and marketing talk 🤣✌🏻

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

03/05/2025

Okay, let’s talk about why example 2 is my most purchased posting schedule👇🏻

🚨Posting more doesn’t always mean you’ll grow faster!

I offer 3 different content creation and social media management packages and most people ask about the least expensive one, example 1, until they understand what that actually means...

If you want to see growth, you gotta be committed. Fully committed.

This includes:

Posting high quality content consistently
Showing up
Connecting with people
Engaging
Collaborating
Going Live..

🚨There’s not one social media manager who can do it all for you!

If you are a business owner or personal brand managing your own socials, work on your own mindset and expectations along with it.

Learn what it takes to reach your goals, how to manage your socials, and how to simplify it.

The sooner you understand growth doesn’t always mean x amount of followers, the sooner you’ll see it happen.

Social Media Managers:

Your number 1 rule is to communicate with your client!!!

Talk about realistic exceptions, goals and how to achieve them.

No social media strategy schools ever be the same!

🚨Invest in a custom strategy that works for you!!! And don’t go by average examples and recommendations.

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

03/03/2025

The first one’s my favorite but to all those competitors out there, feel free to use them as your own and mom, don’t forget to like this post 🤣✌🏻

Cheers 🥂

-Daniela

02/27/2025

THIS is March Madness but make it aesthetic.

SAVE & USE these March photo dump captions now and use them for your:

1. Photo dumps *obviously 🤪
2. Recap reels
3. Lifestyle reels

And as caption hooks for literally anything.

Remember, the more unexpected your caption hook is, the better 😉

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

02/26/2025

🚨Here’s what the Instagram gurus don’t tell you about👇🏻

The old way to hashtag might be dead but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use them.

The problem:
People don’t understand how hashtags work and are using them wrong.

So how in the world does she know all of this!?

Valid question!

1. I used to work in IT, am a hashtag nerd and love digging into algorithm and app changes.

2. I have THE best hashtag nerd friend Matt .so who actually has access to the Instagram API and gives me all the backend info I need and don’t even ask about 🫶🏻

3. I have always used this page to experiment and only talk about changes when they’re valid and not after they went viral on a competitors page 🤣✌🏻

Next up I’ll be sharing some more ways on how to use Instagram hashtags in 2025.

Also, if you wanna learn more about this join Matt .so and me for an Instagram Live at 3:30 pm EST and get your questions answered.

We might even be able to show you some bts 😉

Questions? Feel free to ask.

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

02/24/2025

It’s the responsive content strategy and on-site video shoots for me.

I’m sorry, but the $500 social media management service you’re thinking about isn’t gonna do it for ya!

Creating content that actually resonates and converts takes way more than just a Canva template and a trending sound.

Also, hot take:

Every social media manager hiding their prices or making you fill out a form just to get them is a red flag.

No gatekeeping is a trend for a reason 😉

Btw if you’re thinking of hiring a self-proclaimed social media manager in-house because it’s cheaper!? Think again.

You always get what you paid for.

Also, no you do not have to post every single day to grow your account or build authority. It just might take a little longer. But slow growth is healthy growth 😉

Oh, and last but not least, yes, these are our actual social media management packages.

These packages are based on our individual expertise and not competitor pricing 🤣👌🏻

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

✨If you are looking to simplify your content creation process, or need help with your social media management, feel free to book a consulting session with me.

02/23/2025

If your marketing manager is always posting, they’re probably not that busy.

I know, I know; controversial.

But let’s be real: when you’re deep in the trenches, scaling brands, launching strategies, and making clients go viral, your own content takes a backseat.

So, here’s a life lately recap of why I haven’t been posting:

- Welcomed two powerhouse team members to our agency, Jarmosco & Zuiderveen

- Built and executed a brand-new marketing strategy for Mallory Strotheide, Loan Officer NMLS 177925 including podcast, YouTube channel, and archiving over 3,000 Instagram posts.

- Launching a podcast for another new client and taking content of THE quirkiest photoshoot ever.

- Had three client posts go viral (because strategy > trends).

- Signed two new retainer clients who are ready to level up and more in the pipeline.

- Traveled to Chicago to meet the team and take social media content for

- Started working on our own YouTube channel for our local content creation studio.

- Hosted our monthly GR Creator Coffee event at GR Creator Studio because community matters.

- Took more UGC for major brands like Living Proof, Inc. Inc. and BOOM Beauty

- Got officially accepted into the LTK Creator Community

…and helped a client and friend of mine launch his clean candy company

Moral of the story?

The best marketing isn’t always what you see, it’s what’s happening behind the scenes.

So here’s to life lately and being too busy to post!

Cheers ☕️

-Daniela

ELAS Marketing Services