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Say goodbye to the traditional, boring business advice and hello to game-changing strategies that will bring your passion to life. No more guessing or wasting time with unnecessary fluff that doesn't *actually* move the needle. We're talking actionable tips on social media, productivity hacks, and marketing insights that will elevate your business so that you can reach your goals. Join your host, Kristina, as she takes you on a deep dive into the world of what it really looks like to grow an online business from scratch in 2024. From building an engaged audience on social media to optimizing your time and efforts with productivity tips, Cut the Fluff has got you covered. We'll also discuss unconventional business hacks that can help you nail your marketing and share inspirational stories to fuel your entrepreneurial journey.Kristina started studying Instagram six years ago and went all in on her Instagram growth journey in 2023 gaining 325K followers in two completely different niches in about 9 months. On September 25, 2023, Kristina launched 'Kristina Social', she had a 62K launch just four months in. And within six months, she hit the six-figure mark. Now, she's ready to share her unfiltered truth about social media growth and entrepreneurship as you navigate through the noise with clarity and conviction.Are you ready for growth? Tune in to Cut the Fluff and let's make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality.

Kristina Chauhan


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    How I Nearly Matched Last Year's Revenue in 6 Months (and What's Actually Working in 2025)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 16:39


    In this raw, no-fluff episode, Kristina pulls back the curtain on the six powerful reasons her business is scaling rapidly — even while others are seeing stalled launches and shrinking profits.You'll hear:The deeply personal why that fuels her success (and how to find yours)The overlooked factor behind her students' jaw-dropping results (it's not fancy systems)Why building a large audience with the right problem changes everything — and how she did it for freeThe ruthless focus she keeps on what actually moves revenue (hint: it's not Canva graphics)The power of having multiple levers to pull when things shift (and how to create this in your own business)The mindset shift she credits for making her success inevitableIf you've been craving clarity on how to scale without burning out, this episode will challenge you to think bigger — and act like the version of you who already made it happen.

    Is Instagram Dead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 14:39


    In this episode, Kristina dives into the question so many business owners are asking: “Is Instagram dead?” — and reveals why the platform isn't the problem, but your strategy might be. She shares real client stories, breaks down the most common mistakes people make when growth stalls, and offers clear, practical shifts you can make to revive your Instagram in 2025. If you've been showing up, posting content, and still not seeing results, this episode will help you reconnect with what actually works, without burning out or relying on paid ads.Follow me @Kristina.Social on InstagramWork with me: www.Kristinasocial.comFree Instagram Growth Resources

    Instagram Growth LIES that Will Keep You Stuck

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 20:02


    I remember trying to grow my Instagram and feeling stuck. I was listening to all the things the "experts" said and nothing was happening for me when it came to growing my account. Turns out, I wasn't listening to data driven and research backed facts when it came to Instagram growth. I had fallen into a trap of believing some common misconceptions and these held me back for way too long. In this episode, I'll break down what the common lies I see on Instagram these days are and I'll tell you what you need to know instead in order to create growth on Instagram. I'm teaching a Free Masterclass this Month REGISTER HERE. Follow me @Kristina.Social on InstagramWork with me: www.Kristinasocial.comFree Instagram Growth Resources

    The Secret to Making Your Business Feel Easier

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 22:14


    In the beginning every day felt hard. Putting together every social media post felt hard. Making a sale felt hard. And honestly? It sucked. But once I overcame a few key things everything in my business transformed and it went from hard to fun. These things held me back from the business I have today and here's exactly how I worked through them (including all the mistakes I made along the way). If it feels hard friend, it's because what you're doing is not easy. But as you'll see in this episode the quicker you work through these things the easier it will become and the more your business will grow. Follow me @Kristina.Social on InstagramWork with me: www.Kristinasocial.comFree Instagram Growth Resources

    How | Core Values That Exponentially Grow Your Revenue

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 20:46


    Ready to make some decisions that will set you apart from your competitors? Having core values embedded in every part of your business is the fastest way to stand out with your ideal buyer. Core values are more than words that we place on the wall of our office, they are the framework by which we make every decision and the lever that we can use to scale quicker than anyone else. They also make decision-making so simple when it comes to growing our business and expanding our offers. I can't wait for you to hear about the ones that have completely changed my business and learn how you can implement them to grow your business quickly in a way that feels good to you. Follow me @Kristina.Social on InstagramWork with me: www.Kristinasocial.comFree Instagram Growth Resources

    How | Investing in Your Business to Accelerate Six Figure Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 20:34


    What investments *actually* grow your business and which ones are a waste of money? When should you hire a team or upgrade your tech? I break it all down in this episode. I remember starting my business and seeing so many ways that I could spend money to grow my business. It felt like practically everyone told me I needed "this thing". Fast forward, and I've learned what areas were great investments and which ones were a mistake. I'm also sharing the investments that are helping me most when scaling to seven figures!  Follow me @Kristina.Social on Instagram Work with me: www.Kristinasocial.com Free Instagram Growth ResourcesUse my Flodesk Discount My favorite personal development books - You are a Badass (Jen Sincero) - Atomic Habits (James Clear) - Awaken the Giant Within (Tony Robbins) - High Performance Habits (Brendon Burchard)- Dream Big (Bob Goff)- The Miracle Equation (Hal Elrod) - The 5AM Club (Robin Sharma) - Girl on Fire (Cara Alwill) 

    How | Stuck to Multiple Six Figures

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 17:56


    In today's episode, it's all about the massive mistakes I made that kept me stuck in my businesses and how I moved past them. If you've ever felt like I'm doing "all the things" and I'm still not where I want to be today's episode is for you. Packed with tactical strategies and action items you can implement today's episode is a transformative one if you take the opportunity to listen, have an honest conversation with yourself, and then move forward. Follow @kristina.social on IG for more instagram and business-building tips. 

    10 Ways Your Sabotaging Your Instagram Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 19:46


    In today's Episode, it's all about Instagram Growth and why you aren't seeing success. I'll be breaking down the 10 biggest reasons that your Instagram isn't growing, and what you can do to start fixing them. Spoiler alert: these have nothing to do with "trending audios that will blow up your account" or "hiding random words in your reels", because contrary to what other "experts" want you to think - these things do not work.As always, I'll give you a tactical action plan at the end so that you can implement what you learn here and start seeing growth on Instagram. Resources and Links:- 100 Viral Hooks to Stop the Scroll [Free] - 7 Day Step by Step IG Growth Guide [Free]- Daily Grind Planning System I use and Love [Code: Kristina10 for 10% off - this is an affiliate link for something that I personally have used for over 18 months. This helps to support the podcast and other free content.] - Work 1:1 with Me - Waitlist for 0-100K Buyers Instagram Growth Accelerator Connect with Kristina: - Follow on Instagram: @kristina.social Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

    5 Steps to Hitting 100K Followers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 22:29


    On today's episode, I'm sharing the five-step process I created and implemented to exceed my goal of gaining 100K followers in 2023. This episode is packed with tactical advice and action items on how to implement each part of this system. And spoiler alert: you can use this system to break down and hit almost any goal that you have! In this episode, we cover: - how to figure out what to do to hit your goal - how to set up a system to hit that goal - the system I used to measure my follower growth progress - the secret to unlocking massive success on your growth journey - the thing you *need* to know if you're going to succeed You'll leave with action items for each step of the process so that you can take what you've learned here and apply it to your business to see growth. Resources and Links: - 7 Day Step by Step IG Growth Guide [Free] - Daily Grind Planning System I use and Love [Code: Kristina10 for 10% off - this is an affiliate link for something that I personally have used for over 18 months. This helps to support the podcast and other free content.] - Work 1:1 with Me- Waitlist for 0-100K Buyers Instagram Growth Accelerator Connect with Kristina: - Follow on Instagram: @kristina.social Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

    325K Followers in ONE Year

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 21:11


    I can't believe I'm sharing this, but...When I was stuck + frustrated on Instagram, I used to think that having 100,000 followers was everything. It was my big goal for 2023.But after growing one instagram account from 2K to 90K in 9 months, and another from 0-200K in 65 days, my perspective changed. It's no longer about a number, it's about what that number can do.That number can help me reach new clients whom I can help grow their Instagram following and create a pipeline of leads in their business. That number can help me build a relationship with an incredible audience I get to serve for years to come. That number is about the impact I can have.In this episode, I'm breaking down the ONE decision I had to make that changed everything and took me from stuck to 325K followers in one year and skyrocketed my business growth along with it. We'll also cover: - some backstory on my instagram growth journey, and how I struggled for years before finally cracking the code - why I wanted to build an audience of buyers on Instagram in the first place- how building an audience of interested people changed my business overnight  - how to figure out what the one decision you need to make in order to change your business and grow your revenue quickly And as always, you'll leave with an action item so that you can implement and grow your business! Resources & Links: - 7 Day Step by Step Instagram Growth Guide [Free] - Work 1:1 with Me- Waitlist for 0-100K Buyers Instagram Growth Accelerator Connect with Kristina: - Follow on Instagram @Kristina.Social Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

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