Ladylike media

30/06/2024

Interesting take - using social media in a positive way is possible!

New research shows that social media might not be the reason you feel so sad and depressed while scrolling Instagram, Twitter or Facebook – the problem might be you.

29/05/2024

Our team made our mark, did you? 🗳️

08/03/2024

On International Women's Day, we celebrate the resilience, not the silence. ✊

We see the girls told they can't, and the women judged for dreaming too big. We see the women who have been silenced and the ladies standing up for what's right.

We are the scientists, the artists, the CEOs, the mothers, the daughters, and the dreamers who defy limitations. ‍‍‍‍‍We carry it all for one another.

This International Women's Day, let's celebrate the journeys, not just the victories.

22/02/2024

Ready to elevate your brand's digital presence? ✨

We have 2 exclusive openings for new clients seeking to craft a distinct and captivating online identity. We offer strategic expertise and creative flair to help you spark engagement, build a loyal community, and achieve your brand goals

Imagine...
🔹 Engaged communities (think comments, shares, and leads galore!)
🔹 Content that stops the scroll (bye-bye boring!)
🔹 A brand voice that resonates ❤️ (hello, loyal community!)

Stop dreaming, start DOING and email us at [email protected] to chat about how we can take your brand from meh to MAGICAL! ✨

15/02/2024

Ready for a sneak peek into the world of captivating copywriting? 🖋 Here's why our wordsmith extraordinaire, Jayde, is passionately devoted to her craft at our creative agency:

"Creativity has always been in my blood. I was told from a young age to do something with it and as much as I fought against it, I now realise how much I enjoy being in a space where I can use my natural talents to produce unique and captivating designs and copy.

I especially enjoy when clients give me the free reign to be cheeky (honestly that's my best work). Nothing is singular, the clients are dynamic and stimulating in what they search for, requiring me to dig deep and think outside the norm."📝

12/02/2024

Is the customer always right? Well, not quite, but when they speak up, it's worth a listen! 💪

Your audience holds invaluable insights that can steer your business toward success, making attentive listening an indispensable practice. As an agency, we frequently receive ideas about what customers want from the client's perspective. However, our market research often reveals that what the client envisions isn't always aligned with the genuine wants or needs of the audience.

Your customers or audience are your golden light, leading the way to business success and sales - so when they take the time to tell you what they want, we suggest considering it. Their words could very well be the key to unlocking new opportunities and driving your business forward. After all, in the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, listening is not just a skill – it's a strategic advantage.🥳

02/02/2024

Ready for a peek behind the curtain? Here's why our digital designer, El, is head over heels for working at a creative agency:

"Each day has fresh challenges - one moment I'm weaving social media magic and the next, I put on the graphic designer hat, crafting some seriously cool designs for our clients. 🎨💻

What makes it even better? The relentless pursuit of excellence and attention to detail - because, let's face it, we thrive on being extra here! ✨

Lastly, the diversity in our clientèle is the cherry on top, from various industries to different corners of the world."

Every project is a unique journey, and we're here for it!

22/01/2024

We are currently in search of a Junior Content Creator, with a particular focus on students or interns, for a project-dependent role within our agency team. While this position is not a full-time commitment, it is crucial for the candidate to possess proficiency in the following areas:

1. Videography (must have your equipment)
2. Video editing specifically for short-form video
3. Social media management
4. Adobe Suite, Chat GPT and Canva

Your main responsibility in this role will be to create short-form video content with different products that will be used across various platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. There is alot of space to grow within this role as our agency is always growing and adapting to client needs.

This is a remote job however, applicants must be based in Johannesburg and able to travel.

Please email your CV, portfolio and motivation to [email protected]

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only candidates meeting the specified requirements will be contacted

10/01/2024

✨Hello 2024 ✨

After a well deserved break we are SO excited to get stuck into the new year 💜

Looking forward to countless cups of coffee and creating new and invigorating strategies with our wonderful clients ☕️

This year, we’re unstoppable 🦸🏼‍♀️

20/12/2023

🎄🌟 Holiday Break Announcement! 🌟🎁

The team will be taking a break from Dec 20th to Jan 8th, 2024. While we'll be enjoying some downtime, rest assured, we'll keep an eye on your pages for any urgent needs.

Wishing you a fantastic holiday season! We've loved working with you all this year and can't wait for 2024!

07/11/2023

We are thrilled to share a wonderful milestone for our little agency. We had the honour of driving the dynamic digital media campaign for the inaugural Excellence Awards in Jewish Education with the Academy of Jewish Thought and Learning. 📚🌟

This project has been a true labour of love, celebrating the dedication, innovation, and unwavering commitment of educators in the Jewish community.

Together, we've shone a spotlight on excellence, and we couldn't be more excited to continue this inspiring partnership.

02/11/2023

Social media has been a pretty toxic space recently. The hatred and misinformation that has been and continues to be shared is causing massive havoc around the world. Many are feeling traumatized, exhausted, scared, and disheartened, and unfortunately, social media is often the platform where these issues fester.

I firmly believe that social media platforms have the potential to be used for good and to spread positivity. Each of us has the capability to reshape our online experiences. We possess the power to promote light and love, and this is achievable through the intentional and mindful use of social media.

Here are my top tips for curating a more positive social media feed for yourself and, in turn, contributing to a space filled with love and enlightenment

🔹 Don't be afraid to unfollow: Remember that unfollowing someone doesn't notify them, and they likely won't even notice. However, the impact it can have on your mental health, by eliminating offensive or negative content from your daily scrolling, can be truly transformative.

🔹 Use your space intentionally: Share content that resonates with your beliefs and values. Be a beacon of positivity and authenticity on your platform.

🔹 Exercise caution: In an era of rampant misinformation, it's crucial not to trust everything you see on your feed. Verify information from credible sources and experts in the field. Don't hesitate to reach out to community leaders and mentors to verify the accuracy of the information you find.

🔹 A private profile is a safe profile: In a personal capacity, a private account is always preferred. This gives you more control over who follows you and sees your content and acts as an extra barrier between you, your feed, and negative content.

Each one of us has the power to transform the narrative swirling around on our social media feeds. Together, we can make a significant impact on the digital landscape. 🌟💕

23/08/2023

We absolutely loved being a part of this project and helping to coordinate each special detail! 💜

Surprise! We have a brand new website!

You'll find details of all our services, how to find us, all our contact detail and even get to meet the team.

Check it out!

24/07/2023

Just a friendly reminder to always rewrite content written by AI. 🤖

Make sure to check brand-specific details such as menu items, services and offerings as well as the adjectives used. Make sure what you post makes sense and always keep in mind that AI does not sound like a human and your brand should...

We know when you copy and paste 😉

08/06/2023

🌟 Breaking Free from Chronological Constraints!⏰✨

Let's debunk a common myth in the social media world: the belief that posts follow a strict chronological order. ⏳🚫 When it comes to sharing time-sensitive information like event dates or limited-time specials, relying solely on the Instagram or Facebook grid might not cut it. Let us explain why!

Social media platforms operate on various tactics, each with its own objective and functionality. Not all of them are designed to effectively showcase time-focused content. So, if you're planning an event or offering a special promotion, here's a tip: avoid posting it as a grid post. Instead, dive into a strategic stories approach that aligns with your timeline, ensuring your message reaches the right audience at the right time! 📆🎉

Here's the thing: Facebook and Instagram don't display posts in chronological order anymore. So, if you share your special on Monday, the chances of your audience seeing it on that same day are quite slim. However, stories, on the other hand, only last for 24 hours. This means your time-sensitive content will be seen within that desired timeframe!⌛📲

Ready to bring your brand into the 21st century? Send us a message, and let's join forces to navigate the ever-evolving world of social media! 🌐💫

11/05/2023

There is no doubt that Chat GPT is changing the way we use the internet. It is making a difference in almost every industry and every person has a unique outlook on the programme. However, just like anything, there is a good way to use something and a bad way.

So here are 3 ideas on how to utilise the programme the RIGHT way.

1) Ask the AI to help generate calls to action - every marketer knows the importance of a good call to action. So why not ask for a little help creating something unique for your product?

2) Use AI to create social media captions from your originally written blog posts. All content is valuable and one well-written piece can easily become 2 or 3 different social media posts.

3) Last but not least, ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS rewrite the captions you receive from the AI. I have noticed too many brands simply copying what Chat GPT provided them as a caption, which ends up looking generic and lazy. Rewrite the suggestion in your brand's voice and make sure it is relevant and unique to your brand or product.

Chat GPT is making our lives easier but never discredit the value of the unique human experience... You are convincing other humans to invest in your offering so don't leave your language up to a robot.

03/05/2023

🌟NEW TEAM MEMBER ALERT 🌟

🎨 Meet Jayde (aka JD) ✍️

Our newest team member and resident copywriter. Copy, content, script you name it she’ll write it. She is also one of our Social media managers and is hands-on with community management and content creation from graphics to reels.

“ I have never been satisfied with wearing just one hat, I excel at all things creative. Especially writing. That’s what I do at Ladylike, a bit of everything, but I’m the go-to gal for all things written. I am so grateful that I get to utilise my talents and passions within a business I truly love”

11/04/2023

Hey 👋🏻

If you need a hand making a splash online, let us know 😉

16/03/2023

Hey, small business owners! 🙋‍♀️

Here's a top tip to up your Instagram game: make sure your feed doesn't look like a brochure! 📖

Instagram is all about the visuals - not the words! Use your space wisely and focus on what makes your product or service beautiful and eye-catching. Your captions are the place to add your words and should equally be used just as wisely.

Remember, social media is all about building connections with your community, not just posting ads! 🤝

Need some help taking your social media to the next level? Give us a call, we're here to help! 📞

25/01/2023

Anyone who runs a small business knows how stressful it can be to keep up to date with trends, accounts, content, services and resources but luckily, we have a pretty smooth ecosystem that helps us keep everything in check.

The 3 tools our business can't live without are:

1) ClickUp - ClickUp is our holy grail project management tool. Essentially if it is not on ClickUp, it doesn't exist!
2) Canva - Canva is the greatest tool for all things content!
3) Google Drive - Cloud space is a constant panic when you are trying to execute many pieces of work but investing in Google Drive gives us the chance to bring everything together in an organised manner.

Our team work with these tools every single day so that we can execute each one of our client's strategies as flawlessly as possible.

So, let us use our tools to worry about your content while you take care of your customers and keep your business ticking!

18/01/2023

Does your brand need a refresh this year? Are you looking to get a fresh new perspective and reach your target audience creatively and positively?

Get in touch with us to find out more about how we can help you elevate your brand with exciting digital content, communications and marketing!

16/01/2023

Many creators and professionals in the social media space have pointed towards a trend of authenticity for 2023. But what does being authentic online really look like? Because it isn't 'just' having spontaneous content on your profile.

I believe that authentic content and an authentic presence encompass 3 main things, and they might not be what you think...

My top 3 tips for curating an authentic social media presence:
1) Always like the content you share. If you don't like it, don't post it.
2) If you wouldn't say it or endorse it in real life, don't share it.
3) Lastly, always ensure that if a family member, friend or even potential employer found your social media account you would be proud of what they found!

Stay true, stay kind and be authentically you! ✨

15/12/2022

Our team will be taking a well-deserved break from 16h December - 6 January 2023! ✨

Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season, see you on the flip side.✌

12/12/2022

Thank you 2022!

You allowed us to shine bigger and brighter than ever before - we loved working on each project we got the privilege of being involved with this year and we are so excited to find out what is in store for 2023!

23/11/2022

✨ If the bandwagon doesn't suit your vibe, there is no need to jump on it! ✨

A common question I hear this time of year is always "Should we do black Friday?" And my answer is always the same - if this strategy aligns with your brand value and goals then sure. But if it doesn't, don't feel pressurised to jump on the trend. Black Friday can work when done right but often small businesses can't afford to lower their prices dramatically just to compete with the sales.

Never give in to pressure when it involves lowering your standards and what you stand for - there are plenty of other ways to reward or treat your customers and sometimes, your customers appreciate it when you stand up for who you are!

Sincerely,
Social media managers everywhere ✌

14/11/2022

✨ ASAP is not a timeline ✨

I am sure that most social media managers would back me up when I say that adding ASAP to the end of a brief cannot ensure that the work gets done any quicker...

November is a stressful time of year and often brands want to rush to get content out before the holidays. However, work cannot be completed ASAP - ASAP work is work that is rushed and often is not up to the standard that we, your content creators, aim to give you.

We want your content to be thought out, effective and helpful when achieving your goals online. So before adding those 4 letters to the end of the brief, please think about your objective and why that piece of content needs to be done as soon as possible. Usually, if you can add some rhyme and reason to your thinking, the work can be completed properly and quickly and no one needs to lose out.

Sincerely,
All social media managers and content creators✌️

01/11/2022

❌ INSTAGRAM MALFUNCTION ❌

As you all know (or don't yet) by now, Instagram has been experiencing a bug that causes some users to be locked out of their accounts, to loose followers or even in some cases both. This has sent infuencers and brands into a panic as accounts have lost thousands of followers. 🙈

There is no rhyme nor reason to explain why this is happening or how it will stop but at Ladylike Media, we pride ourselves on growing communities by the book and are happy to report that our clients have not experienced this problem to the extent that others have. 🥳

If we had to pinpoint one factor that could be influencing this experience, it is because we have a STRICT anti-follower buying rule. We do not believe in buying followers, engaging in engagement pods or partaking in the follow/unfollow philosophy to grow our client's communities. We grow by using original, good-quality content, authentically engaging with other users as well as paid advertising that is facilitated by Meta and completed honestly and transparently.

As social media managers, it is our responsibility to guide our clients in the right direction so that we can avoid bugs and inconveniences such as this one. ✨

If you have noticed a drop in your numbers, be aware that this can be bots who are designed to appear as followers - So the message here is NEVER BUY FOLLOWERS 😎

24/10/2022

✨ SOCIAL MEDIA IS A STRATEGY ✨

Your social media manager may not be able to tell you how a post goes viral but they should be able to guide you according to a thoughtful and curated content strategy. Spontaneity isn't the right strategy when it comes to social media marketing but there should be space in your overall strategy for it.

Thinking of levelling up your social media? Contact us and we would love to guide you in the right direction!

13/09/2022

We celebrate each win - big or small - for our clients. Each result is representative of their hard work and dedication and the support and encouragement we provide them. 🎉

Over the past 2 months, we have seen wonderful progress for many of our clients when incoperating short bursts of paid advertising into their digital strategies. 😎

Want to find out more? ☕️

Check out these wonderful results and follow along! ✨

29/08/2022

We offer a variety of options to suit any and every budget! 🌟

From our starter pack aimed at helping you get online to our Quintessential package which covers all your monthly social media management and content creation needs!

Get in touch with us if you are looking to update your social media and breath new life into your small business or request to see our full-price list! ☕️