Custom Geekery

12/02/2024

1,000 designs in Canva. 🎉💻

For someone who tends to brush off her own skills, this milestone feels like a gentle reminder to celebrate progress. ✨ Each design has been part of a journey—learning, growing, and creating something meaningful. 🖌️💡

Here’s to showing up for your dreams and realizing you’re better than you give yourself credit for! 🚀💖

09/24/2024

Curious about where your website traffic is coming from? In this video I walk you through how to analyze traffic sources using Google Analytics. Whether you're running Google Ads, Facebook Ads, or Instagram Ads, or driving organic traffic through social media, newsletters, or local display ads, it's important to understand which sources are producing results.

You can follow along with your own Google Analytics account, or use the Google Analytics Demo Account. Access the demo account, by clicking one of the following links in the first comment.

09/18/2024

😤 Ugh… Facebook Ads Error Messages! 😤

You’re all set to launch that awesome ad, and then BAM—you’re hit with something like "Param video_id is not a valid video_id ID." 😩 Anyone else feel the frustration?

But here’s the good news: Sometimes, it’s as simple as refreshing the page. Yup, that’s all it takes to fix this one! 🌀 It’s a quick fix for what feels like a tech nightmare. 💻

Anyone else feel the struggle? Share your craziest error message moment in the comments! 💬 And if you're ever stuck, just hit refresh (or send us a message) sometimes it's all you need. 🔄

Custom Geekery provides Web Design, Social Media Management and software training.

09/17/2024

🌍 4.75 BILLION pieces of content will be shared just on FACEBOOK today. 😮 That’s right—today alone!

If you think just one post or one amazing piece of content will magically grow your business, it’s time to rethink your strategy. 🤔 Your audience is swimming in content, so how do you stand out?

Here’s the secret: It’s not about one thing—it’s about consistency, showing your face, building connections, and leaning into strategies that WORK (hello, Facebook ads 👋). 💡💻

Your website, your social posts, your ads—they all work together to create awareness and drive results. You can’t sit back and hope one post or a beautiful website will bring in all your customers. It’s time to put yourself out there! 📱✨

Let’s get real—people connect with people, not just brands. So let’s see more of YOU online, and use the right tools to make sure your message gets heard! 🔊🎯

Ready to show up and grow your business? 🚀 Drop the word “guide” in the comments below, and I’ll send you my FREE Facebook Ads Guide to help you get started! 💥 Let’s take your digital strategy to the next level.

09/16/2024

🚀 Are you struggling to take the next step in your business journey? 🌟

In 2001, I built my very first website… for my offline business that had NOTHING to do with tech! Fast forward, I ended up with an unexpected tech business that’s been a blessing in disguise. 💻✨

Here’s the truth: It’s not always easy. Starting out, you might feel overwhelmed or unsure, but the key is to just take the first step. You don’t need perfection, you just need progress. 🙌💪

In this video, I’m sharing my story and why it’s SO important to push forward even when the path seems unclear. Trust me, taking action can lead you to places you never imagined! 🌈

If you’re feeling stuck or unsure about your website or marketing strategy today, this is your sign to keep going. You’ve got this! 💥

👇 Watch the full video and take that next step today! Your future self will thank you.

09/13/2024

🚀 "Every time you close the gap between idea and action, you elevate your game." 🚀

How many times have you thought about creating that website or running a Facebook ad for your business? 🤔 Maybe you're waiting for the perfect time or feel like you're not quite ready... but the truth is, there’s no better time than right now! ⏳

👉 Whether it's launching a fresh website to showcase your brand 🌐, starting that first Facebook ad campaign 🎯, or building out your social media strategy 📲 – every step forward helps you level up.

Don’t let the "what ifs" hold you back – take action today and watch your business grow! 💥

09/12/2024

🎯 Want to get more out of your Facebook Ads without overspending? 💰 In this video, I break down the 3 main factors that drive the cost of your ads on Facebook:

1️⃣ Campaign Objective: What do you want to achieve? Awareness campaigns cost less, while sales campaigns can be more expensive. 📈

2️⃣ Audience Targeting: The more precise your audience, the less you’ll pay. Know your ideal customer and use tools like the Facebook Pixel to reduce costs. 🎯

3️⃣ Creative Elements: Your ad’s visuals and messaging matter! 🖼 Make sure your creative resonates with your audience to boost clicks and conversions.

👇 Want to dive deeper into Facebook ad costs? Comment "guide" below and I'll send you my FREE Facebook Ads Guide, filled with tips and insights to help you maximize your ad budget! 🚀

01/29/2024

Ever felt like a magician trying to change out a photo on your WordPress site? 🎩✨ Well, say goodbye to pictures that don’t fit correctly! 🚫⚪

In today's video, I'm unlocking the secret of changing pictures in your WordPress template without playing a game of 'resize and hope for the best.' 🖼️🔍

I'll walk you through how to identify the original picture size like a pro 📏👓 and then whisk you away to the magical land of Canva, where we'll create a perfectly sized photo ready to slide into your site like Cinderella's slipper! 👸💫

🎥👉 [Don't forget to check out the video for all the picture-perfect tricks!]"

Need some help using WordPress, Canva, or Facebook Ads … get 1 to 1 personalized support by grabbing a spot on my schedule: https://calendly.com/customgeekery/consulting

01/25/2024

Ever feel like your social media posts are playing hide and seek with your followers? 😅🙈 You're not alone! Many clients share their frustration that despite their "post and hope people see it" 📡🤞" strategy, their content seems to be playing hard to get. But fear not, the social media algorithm isn't playing favorites—it's just a bit picky about who sees what and when. Remember, your followers aren't glued to their screens 24/7 (we hope!).

To boost your chances of catching their eye, here are three pro tips that'll make your content the life of the party: 🎉

1. Mix It Up! Give your message a makeover by tweaking the text, jazzing up the visuals, or switching up the delivery. Keep it fresh, keep it fun, and most importantly, keep it true to your message. 🔄✨

2. Timing is Everything! Don't unleash all your gems at once. Schedule your posts to grace your followers' feeds at just the right moments. It's like planning the perfect surprise party! 🕓🎈

3. Repetition is Key! Got something big on the horizon? Don't be shy to share it multiple times (think 10 over 30 days). It's not nagging; it's ensuring the memo gets around. 📢👀

Embrace these steps, and watch your engagement soar! 🚀 Remember, in the world of social media, visibility is king (or queen!). 🌟📊👑

Need some ideas to help you get started? Get my FREE course on using ChatGPT to grow your business: bit.ly/3EaIAdA

01/19/2024

Social media is great 🌟 but how many sales do you really make ON your social platforms? 💻📱 The truth for most businesses is ZERO! 0️⃣

Social is great for creating awareness 📣, when it comes to making the actual sale 💰, 60% of buyers purchase only after receiving a marketing email 📧 from a brand.

So if you haven’t started building your email list 📋 now is the time ⏰.

Not sure how? Comment "Email" and I will help you get started.

01/10/2024

😱 Beware! The scammers are working overtime with messages like this! 🚨

"Your page is scheduled for permanent deletion ..."

👀 Actual messages from Facebook will be in your "support inbox" 📬 and not via regular messages. Stay alert!

🔍 For more details about how to navigate to the Support Inbox (be sure you are in your business profile first), check out this helpful article: https://www.facebook.com/help/195906499396292 📖

09/23/2023

🎉**Exciting News Alert!**🎉

We're beyond thrilled to share the spectacular results from our recent Facebook Ad campaign for one of our clients. 🚀

🔥 Facebook labeled our campaign as "High Performing" - and for a good reason! 🔥

In just a short span, we've achieved: ✅ Over 600 page likes ✅ Boosted online visibility ✅ Engaged an amazing community around our client's business.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported and liked the page. Your engagement truly made a difference! 🙏

Looking to achieve similar results for your business? Let's chat! 💬

08/24/2023

If you are a small business owner or entrepreneur and are not yet familiar with ChatGPT, this is your class! Join us for this exciting and informative online event where you can discover the power of ChatGPT!

Interested in learning more? Check out the ChatGPT course: https://bit.ly/3EaIAdA

Want a 1 to 1 training or consultation? Here is the link to my calendar: bit.ly/45GyVXP

08/16/2023

Ever notice how the most beautiful sunsets follow the slowest sunsets? Or how the strongest trees grow from the tiniest seeds over time? Just like nature, our goals and dreams don't blossom overnight. 🌱➡️🌳

Whether you're working on a personal goal, a business venture, or a life change, remember: Real, lasting results take time. It's the little steps, the daily efforts, and the persistent dedication that lead to the biggest transformations. ⏳💪

Stay patient. Keep pushing. Your time will come, and when it does, the results will be worth every moment of the wait. 🌟🌟

08/02/2023

If you're waiting to feel ready, or for the perfect time, or for your nerves to go away, you might miss out on great things in life.

👉 You are ready right now!
👉 Say YES to trying new things.
👉 Believe in yourself just like you believe in others.

Let your fears point you to your next big win. It's right there, past the things that scare you the most.

Feeling confident comes from trying things even when they're tough or scary. So, don't be afraid to dive in! 😊👍

11/16/2022

Have you updated your Holiday Hours on Google My Business yet? Or do you need to set additional hours for your business? This video explains how to update your hours on Google My Business.

09/19/2022

Did you know that there is currently a $3,500 grant available for businesses in Bradford County that can help your business build a website? Let me know if you want to learn more.

12/10/2020

Today we are dishing the details on why you should be using engement posting, and what you really need to do to get more comments and interactions with your engagement posts.