It's easy to get lost in the process of trying to make the "perfect" content for our socials. We overthink our posts, worry about what people will think, and try to be someone we're not. But I'm here to tell you that there's a better way!
The best way to connect with your followers is to be yourself. Show up as your human self - essence shimmering through your content, with all your quirks and imperfections.
People are attracted to your energy, so don't try to be someone you're not - Just be you!
And don't forget to engage with your followers! Comment on their posts, ask them questions, and get to know them. The more you engage, the more connected you'll feel, and the more likely they are to stick around.
The world needs YOU to be on social media shining light on your gifts and how you can make an impact in people’s lives and businesses.
Are you ready? Comment below!
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Ways You Can Use the Pinned Posts Feature:
If you haven't already started to take advantage of pinned posts, use this list as a reference for when you’re ready to add something valuable to the top of your grid.
• Welcome Messages
• FAQ
• Past Training
• New Openings
• a Introductory Business Post
• a Trending/Popular Post
• START HERE Guide
• CTA Post
For now we’re only allowed to pin up to 3 posts at the top of our feed but you don’t HAVE to if you don’t want to. Switch up your pinned posts and peep your analytics to see what translates and what does not. Don’t get too attached to a post being permanent; it should be used in flow with your business and what you have on the horizon.
Do you use this feature? Tell me what you have pinned and why!
Step-by-step tutorial on how to use memes in CapCut
You’ve been wondering how to use those fun meme videos for your brand that you’ve seen on Reels and TikTok… Here’s wow to add MEMES on CapCut for iPhone!
Over at Seven Willows, we love using CapCut for fun transitions and video edits.
When it comes to memes, we think it’s safe to say that they have COMPLETELY changed the game for the way creators and small businesses are posting on social media.
Taking advantage of a trending meme is an excellent way to get more views in your content and grow your following. Hello increased reach and brand awareness!
We hope you enjoy this quick tutorial from our team member, Morgan!
If you like this kind of tutorial content, please let us know what you’d want to see next!
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Do you ever feel just overwhelmed by the PRESSURE of social media?
Who says you HAVE to post at least 3x a week to have a successful Instagram page? 🤨
Who says you HAVE to post a certain number of Reels a week to gain new followers and grow your audience? 🤨
Who says you HAVE to show your face on stories daily to keep your audience warm and engaged? 🤨
No one actually.
Here’s the thing: none of these things are required to build a successful and sustainable business.
Leave behind all of the “have to’s” of social media and turn your focus to what makes sense for YOU, your energy, your time, and your business.
Are you ready for your social media to align with YOU? Shoot me a DM and let’s chat!
It’s time for your social media to work FOR you, instead of the other way around!
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When it comes to your business you know you need to build your online reputation but it can be difficult to know if you should be using organic, paid marketing or both.
The truth is it’s really up to you. Lot’s of businesses use both.
Now you’re just getting started or working with a budget, organic marketing is a high-impact, low-cost strategy you can use to start growing your business online right now.
Organic marketing campaigns involve working with a social strategist, content creators, engagement specialists and social media managers. Their jobs are to help develop, produce, post and organically share your story online.
Benefits of Organic Marketing:
- Creates brand awareness & develops brand authority
- Taps into your target audience's emotions
- Builds trust
- Establishes pathways for long-term relationships
- Develops brand loyalty.
Targeted ads will get you clicks, views and maybe even some new followers but the chances of attracting your forever audience this way are quite slim. If you want to build a community and boost your natural engagement, organic marketing is the way to go.
Here are few things you can focus on when developing your social media organic marketing plan:
- Social Media Platforms / Posts
- User-Generated Content
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Email Marketing
- Blogs
- Natural Link Building
- Guest Spotting on Podcasts
Keep in mind that your organic marketing metrics may be slow to ramp up. If you’re a new business or going through a rebrand, it could take a while before you see a return on your investment.
You didn’t build your business overnight and you won’t gain an audience overnight either. There’s no magic trick to “going viral”; most successful social media accounts take strategic planning and continuous nurturing.
Organic marketing takes time and the best time for you to start is always right now!
What’s stopping you from developing an organic marketing strategy for your business today?
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You don’t have to do reels for 30 days to grow.
You don’t have to cold DM people to make sales.
A successful strategy can be built around your favorite ways to show up.
So what SHOULD you be doing?
1️⃣ 30 Minutes of Daily Engagement.
Perform at least 30 minutes of engagement each day. Social media is about relationship building.
2️⃣ Participate in Facebook Groups.
You know all those Facebook groups you’re in? Pick 5 groups and start utilizing those to show off your smarts. Establish yourself as an authoritative figure in your industry.
3️⃣ Batchwork Content Creation.
By batch-working your content, you have a streamlined focus on one project. Spend a few hours one day a month to set yourself up for success, and free up brain space!
4️⃣ Review Analytics Each Week.
When reviewing your analytics each week, you can see what content your audience is aligning with. You can re-strategize according to these analytics and create more content your audience wants.
5️⃣ Establish Content Pillars .
These are the blueprint of your content. This eliminates the "what should I post?" question. You can have 3-6 content pillars based on behind the scenes, products, services, industry news, and relatable posts.
Do you have your content pillars established?
Here’s 3 Quick Tips on how you can beat the algorithm:
1⃣ You can’t. Let’s just get that out of the way. There is no “beating the algorithm” while creating original and authentic content that’s uniquely you so don’t try. There are better ways to use your time.
2⃣ Focus on what you can control - your content. Having great content is the best way to “beat the algorithm” because if you are putting out content that resonates with people, they won't wait for it to be pushed into their feeds because they’ll be searching for you directly.
3⃣ Check out the latest features (ie reels & close friends) and keep doing what you do there and in a style that fits the functions the platform is promoting. If the platform has released a new feature, they want it to go well and that’s where you should be creating but it should still always be in your style.
🎗 Remember “the algorithm” isn’t against you. It’s not a conscious being but those who code for it are and most of the time they are definitely on your side because the goal is to keep you and your audience engaged on the platform.
So keep making engaging content that’s true to you, provides value to your audience and eventually even the algorithm will lead people your way.
Want more tips on how to work with the algorithm, post trending reels & grow your engagement? Send us a DM to book a 60 minute consultation call with a Seven Willows today!
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What platforms should I be on? We get this question a lot and we understand why!
There are so many options and opportunities across a multitude of platforms - it can be really hard to choose.
Here are 7 things to consider when deciding what platforms should be in your unique Social Platform Mix:
👉 How many platforms can you realistically handle?
Everyone’s flow is different but a typically goes something like this: brainstorm→ strategy → create→ post → engage → analytics.
It's a lot. Try starting out with 2 or maybe 3 MAX.
You’ve got other parts of your business to run too!
👉What types of media are you comfortable making?
Writing? Twitter, Linkedin & Reddit could be great platforms for you.
Live streaming? Get on Twitch and do some IG Lives!
Audio based content? Perhaps you need a podcast!
👉 Where is your target audience?
Different platforms fulfill different needs. More people use FB to stay connected with family and friends than to keep up to date with news and trends.
👉 How can you repurpose one piece of content across multiple platforms?
You don’t have to make all original content for every single platform!
For example: take a live stream and export that out into a Youtube video. You can take that video, use it for a series of videos on your IG. As you release these videos, you could send out a tweet with the link.
💥1 piece of content across 4 platforms 💥
👉 Visualize running a multichannel campaign - what do you see?
Seriously close your eyes and imagine - what does it look like for you? What platforms are you excited to be on? What platforms do you dread? Why?
👉 Are you prepared to do engagement on all the platforms in your mix?
It’s not just about posting people! We know this by now right? You can’t just post content and share it. You need to respond to comments, keep up with your DM’s and engage with other accounts on the platform.
👉 Know when to outsource
Let’s say you totally get how much
STOP DOING THIS RIGHT NOW ⬇️
Just here to drop into your feed with a friendly reminder you’ll definitely thank me for later. These are 3 things that you can stop doing right now that will make your biz (and your life) so much better. Seriously.
🖐 STOP going all in on freebies & cheap courses.
Once upon a time, we all thrived off those freebies and $19 courses. But to be real, you’ve outgrown them. They won’t answer your questions or do the work for you.
Pinpoint what you’re struggling with and invest in the solution. Stop wasting your time.
🖐 STOP doing the absolute most all the time.
Put the hats away.
The only hat you should be wearing is the one that says “BOSS BABE”, “CEO” or “SPIRITUAL GANGSTER.” It’s time to outsource your accounting, social media, graphic creation, and website maintenance so you can focus on scaling your business. When you burnout, you lose your spark and romantic vision of your business.
Protect your time.c⏰
🖐 STOP skipping out on investing in yourself/your business
By not investing in your business, whether it be a business coach, SMM, VA, or a system, you are holding yourself back.
In order to make money, you gotta spend it, honey! Investing in a program that fits your needs and learning process will help you step into your CEO. Investing in a SMM gives you the time to work on new programs, services, or products to launch. The limit does not exist!
You've heard the phrase "you cannot pour from an empty cup." right? You cannot service your clients, grow your business, or tap into your zone of genius when you have no energy or time left in the day? ☕
What can you begin outsourcing today? 🤔
WE'RE GOING LIVE 🎉
This Friday, August 20th - I'm going LIVE with @ashlireneehealing to discuss Burnout and the Pressures of Female Business Owners
Here's some topics we will be touching on ⬇️
▫️What burnout is and what it can look like
▫️Stepping into your feminine energy
▫️Walking away from hustle culture
▫️Boundary setting & stigmas
▫️Expectations as a woman and the mental load
Mark your calendar and leave a question for us in the comments 💬
Clubhouse FOMO? 🗣️
#fearofmissingout
It sucks when you feel like you can’t do the cool stuff because you’re running out of bandwidth all the time.
It can get frustrating when you’re wearing all the hats and all you want to do is collaborate with other business owners, continue your education, and talk great ideas on Clubhouse.
Imagine waking up with the energy to do the things you want to do like joining the fun in Clubhouse, listening to that podcast you’ve been putting off and collaborating with other people 👏
Do you want to gain clarity and content mapping on how to achieve your marketing goals in the next 30 days? 👋