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Text a question to Victoria!Have you felt frustrated and overwhelmed trying to grow your business on social media? Are you fully convinced the algorithm is out to get you? Chelsea Flower is the founder and CEO of Scott Social, a boutique social media marketing agency that helps brands turn their online presence into something strategic and engaging. She's seen firsthand how social media has changed over the years, but it hasn't stopped her from getting huge results for her clients.In this episode, Victoria and Chelsea sit down to discuss what to prioritize on social media in 2026, strategies to grow, the algorithm, AI, and everything in between. They talk about how Instagram specifically has evolved over the years, and what it really takes to grow today.If you've considered throwing in the towel on social media marketing for your business, take a listen to this episode first. This conversation is a breath of fresh air and full of actionable advice you can take and run with today. Whether you're procrastinating filming that reel for your feed or doing a deep clean of your house, this episode will reignite your passion for social media and give you the tools you need to grow in 2026.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Work With Scott SocialFollow Scott Social on InstagramFollow Chelsea on InstagramWatch Chelsea's Interview on YouTubeFor show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram.Save on your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link!Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!
For years, business owners have been told they need to post more, engage more, and spend more time on social media.But what if that's the wrong strategy?In this episode of Show Up Better, CJ Williams shares why he believes many business owners are wasting time, energy, and money chasing social media metrics that rarely translate into real business growth.Drawing from his experience as a business owner, content producer, and podcast creator, CJ breaks down three reasons why relying heavily on social media may be keeping you stuck in a cycle of constant content creation without lasting results.You'll learn:Why social media posts have an incredibly short lifespanThe "feast or famine" problem created by content-driven lead generationWhy likes, followers, and engagement don't automatically lead to salesHow search engines, websites, and long-form content create lasting authorityWhy being discoverable matters more than being visibleThe difference between entertainment content and authority-building contentIf you've ever wondered whether all that time spent posting is actually worth it, this episode will challenge the way you think about content marketing.Key Takeaways✅ Social media content is temporary.✅ Engagement is not the same as revenue.✅ Businesses need discoverability, not just visibility.✅ Search traffic often converts better than social traffic.✅ Long-form content compounds over time.✅ Authority comes from being found when people need you.Mentioned in This EpisodeShow Up Better PodcastPodcast TitansQC AmplifiedConnect With CJIf you're looking to build authority through long-form content, podcasting, interviews, and strategic content systems, visit:PodcastTitans.comDiscover how one conversation can become weeks of content that continues working long after it's published.Quote From This Episode"Real authority isn't measured by likes and followers. It's measured by how easy it is to find you when someone needs your help."
Hier kannst du die Keynote bewerten: https://www.provenexpert.com/thetraveleo/5evq/Du hast keine Lust mehr auf deinen 9-5-Job und möchtest lieber frei & ortsunabhängig als Social Media Manager arbeiten? Dann sei gerne bei meinem nächsten kostenlosen Social Freelance Online-Training dabei: https://www.thetraveleo.eu/social-freedomMeld dich gerne bei Fragen aller Art per Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetraveleo/Oder per Mail: mail@thetraveleo.comWarteliste für die Content-Pipeline:https://warteliste.soulcialful.de_________________________________________Manchmal kommt im Leben ein Anruf, mit dem du absolut nicht rechnest.Und 72 Stunden später stehst du plötzlich auf der Mainstage der größten digitalen Nomadenkonferenz, vor über 400 Menschen, und merkst, dass gerade ein richtig großer Traum von dir wahr wird.Genau das ist mir letzte Woche in Berlin passiert.In dieser Folge bekommst du meine komplette Keynote inklusive Anmoderation und meiner Learnings der vorherigen 72 Stunden. Spoiler: Es war wild.Was dich erwartet:- Wie ich eine 30-minütige Keynote in 72 Stunden vorbereitet habe- Warum Communities das vielleicht wichtigste Asset überhaupt sind, wenn du frei leben und arbeiten willst- Und warum du dem Leben unbedingt sagen solltest, was du von ihm willstMein Tipp: Schau dir die Folge als Video an. Und wenn dir die Keynote gefallen hat: Hinterlass dem Podcast gerne 5 Sterne. Das hilft mir wirklich sehr!Hier findest du außerdem den Link zur offiziellen Bewertung der Keynote — falls du auch da kurz Feedback hinterlassen magst, würde mich das wahnsinnig freuen
Should cartoonists hire a social-media manager? Brad and Dave discuss the pros and cons of outsourcing social media and ultimately argue that most creators should handle it themselves. They explain why social media is an extension of a creator's voice, how direct engagement provides invaluable feedback about audience-building and marketing, and why improving your promotional skills makes you a better cartoonist overall. Along the way, they discuss shyness, self-promotion, audience growth, and the dangers of trying to be everywhere at once online. Topics Covered • The ComicLab newsletter and the “Five to Grow On” feature • Whether cartoonists should hire a social-media manager • Why social media is part of a creator's artistic voice • The value of learning promotion instead of outsourcing it • Why creative people often resist marketing and business skills • How marketing skills can improve artistic skills • The dangers of trying to maintain every social-media platform at once • Brad's “2-2-1” approach to social media • Platform-specific posting strategies and why one-size-fits-all promotion fails • Social-media feedback as a tool for improving your work • Shyness and discomfort with self-promotion • The “lipstick on a pig” problem: when promotion can't compensate for weak work • Why making a great comic remains the most important marketing strategy • Dave's upcoming Reddit AMA and his Hugo Award nomination • Using award nominations as promotional opportunities • Hugo Awards promotional support versus other industry awards • BlueSky starter packs and audience growth • Why cartoonists should do more cross-promotion • Whether creators should put award nominations on book covers • How long to keep promoting a completed comic project • Managing inventory and promoting older books • Long-tail sales and evergreen products • Using older books as bonuses, stretch goals, and loss leaders • When it makes sense to retire promotional efforts • Whether different creative projects need separate Patreons, newsletters, Substacks, and social-media accounts • The benefits and drawbacks of splitting projects into separate brands • Cognitive load, burnout, and managing multiple audiences • Using separate platforms to measure the success of different projects • When creators should keep projects under one roof and when they should branch out You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.
The future of Marketing? It starts with being social-first. In this special episode, Daniel sits down with Eric Stark, Co-founder of Slate and former NFL social media leader, to break down why every modern brand needs a social-first content strategy. Eric shares his journey from managing digital and social content at the NFL and the San Francisco 49ers to building Slate, a content creation platform designed specifically for social teams. They dive into: - Why social teams are becoming in-house media companies - How organic social should validate paid marketing campaigns - The rise of serialized content and creator-led brand marketing And, the title of Social Media Manager is becoming outdated…they reveal what to use instead. This episode is packed with actionable insights for marketers, creators, and brand leaders looking to build content strategies that actually perform TODAY. Slate is the one stop content creation platform for social media teams. With AI assisted video and image editing, branding, and collaboration all in one platform. No more switching between 10 different tools. Slate is built for how social teams actually work. Click here for more. Follow Eric: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericdstark/ Follow Daniel: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themarketingmillennials/featured Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Dmurr68 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-murray-marketing Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
AI is everywhere right now, and so is the advice telling you to use it to replace your social media manager entirely. In this episode, Andrea gives her honest, unfiltered take from someone who uses AI every single day inside her agency: what it genuinely does well, where it falls short, no matter how sophisticated your setup, and the one thing AI simply can't replicate, no matter how good your prompts are.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN→ What AI is actually useful for inside a social media agency and where it has to hand back to a human→ Why AI plus a non-marketer is not the solution you think it is→ The real reason so much content looks the same right now and what your audience is craving instead→ Why AI will replace some social media managers and exactly which ones are safe→ What experienced strategic thinking gives your content that no AI tool can replicateLINKS MENTIONEDBook a content shoot (Illawarra businesses, June only): https://r0zov660ttj.typeform.com/to/khP778b4 Follow Andrea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreamareecreativeENJOYED THIS EPISODE?If this episode made something click for you, take a screenshot and share it on your Instagram stories. Tag @andreamareecreative so I can celebrate you.If you haven't already, follow the show so you never miss an episode. And if you've been listening for a while, leaving a rating and review takes two minutes and helps Instagram for Bosses reach more business owners just like you.ABOUT INSTAGRAM FOR BOSSESI'm Andrea, founder of Andrea Maree Creative, and my mission is to help established service-based business owners turn Instagram into a profitable enquiry channel. Instagram for Bosses is a globally top 2.5% podcast dedicated to simplifying Instagram marketing so you can consistently attract ready-to-invest clients without posting every day or living on your phone.
Du hast keine Lust mehr auf deinen 9-5-Job und möchtest lieber frei & ortsunabhängig als Social Media Manager arbeiten? Dann sei gerne bei meinem nächsten kostenlosen Social Freelance Online-Training dabei: https://www.thetraveleo.eu/social-freedomMeld dich gerne bei Fragen aller Art per Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetraveleo/Oder per Mail: mail@thetraveleo.comWarteliste für die Content-Pipeline:https://warteliste.soulcialful.de_________________________________________Maren hat im Mai 2025 die Diagnose Brustkrebs bekommen. Ein paar Monate später hat sie angefangen, ihr eigenes Business aufzubauen — heute betreut sie fünf Kunden.In dieser Folge erzählt Maren, wie sie das durchgestanden und warum sie sich mitten in der härtesten Phase ihres Lebens für ein eigenes Business entschieden hat.Ganz ehrlich: Das ist eine der emotionalsten Folgen, die ich bisher aufgenommen habe. Und gleichzeitig eine der wichtigsten. Weil Maren zeigt, was möglich ist, wenn man 'JA' zum Leben sagt.Viel Spaß mit dieser Folge — und ganz viele Momentimpulse.
Sarah, Social Media Manager at ManyChat, has grown the brand's Instagram to over 600K followers as a B2B company — and she did it by leading with value instead of product pitches. In this episode of Beyond Social, Sarah joins hosts Chris Cunningham and Reggie Azevedo to break down the content strategy behind ManyChat's social growth and what it really takes to build an engaged audience in the creator economy. Sarah covers why an 80/20 split between educational content and product promotion is the formula that actually converts, how ManyChat uses comment automations to drive massive engagement (and why their followers trigger keywords even when they're not asked to), and how she manages YouTube and Instagram with a lean but structured team workflow built inside Asana. The conversation also gets into AI and where it actually fits in a social media workflow — as a brainstorming partner and efficiency tool, not a replacement for the creativity that makes content stand out. Sarah also shares her framework for evaluating what's working, from watch time and engagement rate to iterating on hooks that consistently outperform. If you're a social media manager trying to grow a B2B brand without sounding like every other brand account, this episode is packed with actionable perspective.Try Vista Social for FREE todayBook a Demo Follow us on InstagramFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on Youtube
Martin Stummvoll, Social Media Manager with the Dublin Arsenal Supporters Club, on Arsenal winning the Premier League.
(Episode 250): The AJ Ewing Era has officially begun and the New York Mets hold bragging rights in New York after a Subway Series win over the New York Yankees. Hector Beauchamp and Subway To Shea's Anthony Rivera discuss it all!Hector Beauchamp is the Social Media Manager, On Field Journalist & Content Creator for Latino Sports. He also is the Creator and Founder of Uptown Sports TV and Host of Yanks Morning Brew!____________________________________________Hector Beauchamp on X: https://x.com/projectnerdHQ Yankees Morning Brew on X: https://x.com/YanksBrew Uptown Sports TV on X: https://x.com/uptownsportstv Latino Sports on X: https://x.com/LatinoSports____________________________________________Follow on X, Instagram, & Tik Tok: @SubwayToSheaSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@subwaytoshea
Host Bill Calkins is catching up with different people in the professional horticulture space and find out a little bit about their careers, passions, journeys in the world of plants and much more. He sent each potential guest a list of 12 questions and they picked four to answer and discuss. This episode, Bill is joined by Samuel Di Rito, a grower and social media manager at Collier's Greenhouse & Garden Center, a third-generation family-owned business in Jackson, Georgia. Follow Collier's on Instagram @colliersgreenhouse Here are the four questions Samuel selected: Q: What was your first exposure to horticulture and how did you feel, react, respond? Q: What's something about professional horticulture that annoys you and how would you change it? Q: What advice would you give to a young person considering pursuit of a career in horticulture? Q: What do you love most about your job? This episode is sponsored by Prospiant—leaders in greenhouse design, manufacture and build. Learn more and connect with the expert team at prospiant.com.
Drop us a message!Taking a beloved British brand across the Atlantic is no small feat, especially when your brand's identity, heritage, and tone of voice are core to everything you do.In this episode of Social In 10, we sit down with Grace Noice, Social Media Manager at Hotel Chocolat, to explore what it really takes to launch an established brand in a new market. Grace shares the biggest challenges of introducing a heritage brand to a US audience that may have little to no awareness of it, how she balances staying true to Hotel Chocolat's brand identity while adapting content, tone, and cultural references for American consumers, and what she's learned about translating brand storytelling across cultures without losing what makes the brand disctinct.We also explore the role social media plays in building both awareness and emotional connection from day one when entering a new country, and why getting that balance right is critical for long-term brand equity.Plus, Social Media Manager Lucy Torrance from the Giraffe Social team joins us for the news segment, where we tackle one of the most debated topics in marketing: how to effectively balance brand building with performance-driven campaigns, and why the strongest strategies integrate both rather than treating them as separate disciplines.You can contact Grace directly by emailing grace.noice@hotelchocolat.com, as well as follow Hotel Chocolat on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok at @hotelchocolatusa. Want to be featured on the pod? Drop us a voice note on Instagram at @GiraffeSM.About Giraffe Social's Social in 10 PodcastGiraffe Social is a multi-disciplined digital marketing agency specialising in social media marketing based on the South Coast of the United Kingdom. We work with a wide range of industries, spanning from Fintech and L&D, to Beauty and Retail.Social in 10 is a weekly podcast about all things digital marketing. We discuss all the things social media managers want to know, including the latest platform updates, emerging trends, campaign ideas, and best practices to help you stay ahead of the curve. Whether you're managing multiple clients or growing your brand in-house, each episode is packed with actionable insights… all delivered in under ten minutes.Hosted by the Giraffe Social team, this is your fast, fun, no-fluff guide to making sense of social. New episodes every week, so tune in and level up your marketing game!
The Sacred Sanctuary Podcast Instagram: @sacredsanctuarypodcastJonathan's Instagram: @tumtumsongDavid's Instagram: @k1mdavid00:00 - start 09:00 - What prompted YOU to be in Youth Ministry? 26:00 - What kept us grounded in our identity in Christ while leading Youth? 43:12 - Walking in Community 53:10 - The struggle of boasting with David Kim 01:01:40 - How do we not stay prideful while watering the next generation? 01:30:00 - What is Kintsugi?01:34: 40- Advice to Youth PastorsHi y'all, this is Jonathan, who is typing this. I remember when I first asked Rai and David to be on the podcast to share their perspectives and personal journey regarding youth ministry. My hope for listeners, especially youth preachers, as they listen to this episode, is that they are aware that we are literally all in this together. I was personally convinced to talk about this topic because one of the main reasons was that I haven't seen much exposure to youth ministry. Not only do you have 1 perspective, but 3. Obviously, the main goal for this channel is to be peacemakers for the kingdom, and to do that is to stand on God's truth, yet simultaneously have some real and difficult conversations or questions. I hope this helped you in some sort of way, and I'll catch y'all next time. Peace:)See you all on August 1st with the 23nd episode of Season 2:) Our mission at The Sacred Sanctuary Podcast is: Matthew 5:9: " Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the Children of God.See you all soon, and catch you on August 1st with Episode 23Please don't forget to like and subscribe :)TO WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: / @jonathanysong For business inquiries / Ad placement: email: thesacredsanctuarypodcast@gmail.comCheck The Team Instagram Out: Host/Producer:@jonathanysonggSound Operator: @nahtand_Social Media Manager: @nahtand_ and @alyssashealyVideographer: @zeke.barrera | @nahtand_ | @alyssashealyEditor: @tumtumsong | @zeke.barreraTo listen to this podcast, check it out onSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AWYKLt...Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Music by Epidemic SoundsLink: https://www.epidemicsound.com/
Scaling as a social media manager or freelancer: it's simple math and a simplified business. In this video I'm breaking down exactly how many clients you need (at $1,500, $2,000, and $2,500/month) to hit six figures, why simplicity is your biggest competitive advantage, and the mindset shift that changed how I run my entire business.In this video:✨ The exact client math behind a $100K social media management business✨ Why offering fewer services actually makes you more money✨ The lean tech stack and business structure that keeps things simple✨ How to stop overcomplicating your path to six figures✨ The permission slip you didn't know you needed
Gigio Rancilio"Vite digitali"Storie, domande e strumenti per restare umani.Avvenire / Vita e Pensierowww.avvenire.itwww.vitaepensiero.itDai social all'intelligenza artificiale, dall'identità online alle nuove forme di informazione e disinformazione: il digitale modella ormai la nostra vita. Ma quanto conosciamo i meccanismi che lo regolano? Partendo da spunti di attualità, il giornalista Rancilio ha indagato per anni rischi, opportunità e trasformazioni culturali che la tecnologia introduce nella società contemporanea. Il volume, che nasce dallo sviluppo di una rubrica curata sulle pagine di «Avvenire», raccoglie i nuclei più significativi di queste riflessioni, organizzandoli per temi – come ad esempio il rapporto genitori-figli, i social e le guerre contemporanee, le solitudini online – e affiancandoli a testi inediti, capaci di misurare la rapidissima evoluzione della scena digitale negli ultimi anni. Ne emerge una guida ricca di consigli, riflessioni e strumenti per genitori, insegnanti ed educatori; una mappa lucida e accessibile di ciò che stiamo diventando mentre viviamo sempre più immersi nel digitale.Luigi "Gigio" Rancilio, già caposervizio della redazione spettacoli, è stato a lungo Social Media Manager del quotidiano «Avvenire». Agli albori di internet ha cofondato e diretto RockOnLine, il primo sito di informazione musicale. È oggi formatore e divulgatore di comunicazione e cultura digitale, con particolare attenzione ai giornalisti, agli educatori e al mondo cattolico.Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/
Du brauchst Hilfe beim Start in dein eigenes Social Media Business? Dann sei gerne bei meinem nächsten kostenlosen Social Freelance Online-Training dabei: https://www.thetraveleo.eu/social-freedomMeld dich gerne bei Fragen aller Art per Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetraveleo/Oder per Mail: mail@thetraveleo.comInstagram-Profil von Flo: https://www.instagram.com/floriankusche.social_________________________________________In diesem Podcast ist Florian Kusche zu Gast. Flo war die letzten Monate Teil meines Mentorings und konnte sich als Social Media Manager 5 Kunden aufbauen, für die er heute alle ortsunabhängig arbeitet. In dieser Podcast-Folge erfährst du: - Wie er das geschafft hat- wie seine Kundenarbeit aussieht - warum du keine Tausende Follower brauchst, um zu starten - und welche Schritte er dir als Einsteiger als erstes empfehlen würde Wenn du darüber nachdenkst, dich als Social Media Manager selbständig zu machen, dann ist diese Folge für dich
Y'all, this episode is proof that you can be a present mom AND have a thriving business. It's not either/or. It's AND.Laura found me in the most random way possible (let's just say it involved a Facebook mom group and me getting into it with a troll). When we first met, she was a social media manager running content for five businesses but only getting paid for two clients. She was maxed out at $2,400 a month with zero room to grow.Fast forward one year, and Laura just hit $9,800 in January. She's transitioned to ad management, she's landing local clients through networking, and she's doing it all while getting her kids off the bus and being present at home.In this episode, we're breaking down:The moment Laura realized social media management wasn't going to get her where she wanted to goWhy she was terrified that making more money would make her a worse mom (and how she got past it)The 60 days where everything changed and her income more than doubledHow she's finding clients through local networking, cold emails, and Facebook groupsThe two skills from Strategist Society that made the biggest differenceWhat she'd tell someone sitting on the fence about investing in themselvesIf you're a service provider who feels maxed out, burned out, or stuck at an income ceiling, Laura's story is going to light a fire under you.Resources Mentioned:Apply for Strategist Society: https://thestrategistsociety.comGet started with Conversions for Clients: https://conversionsforclients.comConnect with me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/brandimowlesFollow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/serve-scale-soar/id1477998650Follow Brandi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandimowlesFollow Brandi on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brandiandcompany
In this episode the Team talks about Dan's fancy shirt, Egg Timer News, the Satori YouTube channel, and how your job is almost certainly safe from AI. Links for this episode:Satori Graphics - The ULTIMATE Graphic Design Guide for 2026TourboxHost, Producer, & Editor - Mark CelaHost, Director, & Script Writer - Kristen PericleousHost, Social Media Manager, Social Media Content Creator, & Editor - Dan Lawson
Today on the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega sits down with Caitlin Brasel, Social Media Manager and Proofreader for Blue Frog Den Comics, to talk about the chilling Webtoon horror series There Are Houses in the Woods. We dive into indie comics hustle, horror storytelling, social media strategy, proofreading nightmares, and what it takes to build fear one panel at a time. Indie comics fans—this one's for you! Visit the website at: https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/there-are-houses-in-the-woods/list?title_no=1048185 Follow on social on: Instagram: @bluefrogden.comics Bluesky: @bluefrogden Ko-Fi: @bluefrogden Thank you for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega
Duncan Tout, a carpenter, has given up his job to become his dog's social media manager. Yes, you heard that correctly!Duncan joins Andrea to talk about TJ the French Bulldog.
What do you do when you're tasked with launching an employee advocacy program from absolute zero? If you're Keara Klose, the Social Media Manager at TTEC Digital, you roll up your sleeves and go "super duper grassroots". In this episode, Keara joins us to share her incredible journey of building a pilot program manually, using nothing but Teams chats and pure tenacity, and how she eventually leveled up to a professional-grade strategy with Oktopost.Keara dives into the early days of coaching advocates on LinkedIn basics and profile polishing, all while acting as a human "copy-paste" machine to get posts live. While her manual efforts were a massive success in proving the concept, Keara explains the "aha!" moment when scaling required a real solution. We discuss how moving to a dedicated tool transformed the advocate experience from a time-consuming chore into a seamless "two-click" process.Beyond just sharing content, Keara reveals how she uses the tool to track explosive growth and foster friendly competition through automated leaderboards. Whether you're looking to move away from manual spreadsheets or want to learn how to bake feedback into your program to avoid burnout, Keara's tactical advice is the secret ingredient you've been looking for.Hot Topics:Why starting scrappy is often the fastest way to prove and scale an advocacy programHow making advocacy effortless is the key to driving real, consistent adoptionWhy visibility, results, and a little competition dramatically boost engagementHow balancing structure with flexibility helps advocates show up more authentically
In this special episode of the Social Success Series Podcast, host and Travel Media Group Brand Ambassador, Cassady Quintana, sits down with the Brand Social Media Manager at Arlo Hotels, Dino Jevric, so discuss the ever shifting landscape of social media and how hoteliers can optimize their digital presence on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and booking sites. Cassady Quintana: Welcome to the Social Success Podcast, where we have conversations with top hospitality professionals about successful digital marketing strategies, emerging trends, and how to connect with today’s travelers. I’m your host, Cassady Quintana. Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Social Success Podcast, a Suite Spot Podcast powered by Travel Media Group. I’m your host, Cassady Quintana, and today we’re gonna be talking about the importance of having an authentic social media strategy. Joining me today is Dino Jevric, Social Media Manager at Arlo Hotels. Dino, thank you for joining me. Dino Jevric: Thank you for having me. So excited. Cassady Quintana: Yeah, me too. So, to start, tell us a little bit about your role, maybe some of your history and how you got involved at Arlo Hotels. Dino Jevric: Yeah, so, I’m the social media manager at Arlo, so I lead social media brand wide, across multiple properties and outlets. And basically my role sits at the intersection of brand content and performance. So, from day to day, as you probably know in social, it’s a different challenge every day. There are some days where I’m working on the production side of things. Some days I’m working on planning performance on other days. So it’s a constant mix of creative and analytical work. And I think ultimately in my role, I’m not just focused on making things look good, I’m focused on how our content actually influences our guests journey. And that’s all the way from discovery to conversion. And kind of how social plays a role in every step of that process. So that’s basically my role at large. And yeah, that kind of sums it all up. Cassady Quintana: Yeah, no, totally. That’s awesome. And kind of, we’re seeing this evolution of social media. So in your experience, how are you seeing how people are discovering hotels through social media now versus maybe how we used to through Google or OTAs? Dino Jevric: I think that there’s definitely a very, very big shift of how people have been discovering hotels, especially in recent times. You know, historically people have always gone to, you know, straight to Google and asked, you know, best hotels in X area, right? Or they go straight to the OTAs, like TripAdvisor and stuff to find out what people are saying and, you know, different reviewers and stuff. But I think that now what we’re really seeing is that people are using social media in its place, and they’re using social media as a search engine, and people are turning to platforms like TikTok or Instagram to, you know, examine their options and see what hotels look like in real life and hear experiences of what it’s like to stay there. And not only are we like, and that’s only from, you know, the top of the funnel, what we’re really used to seeing, but we’re now actually seeing it move down further into the funnel into actual booking behavior. So with platforms like TikTok where they recently integrated booking.com and Expedia directly into the app, it’s allowing viewers to book without ever having to leave the platform. So they’re discovering hotels there, they’re seeing what the hotel stay is like, but then they’re also now a lot of the opportunity to book through these apps. And on top of that like we’re seeing this gap between OTAs and social media really closing, Expedia did a report recently where they found that 80% of travelers still use OTAs,at some point in the booking journey. However, social media isn’t falling far behind with nearly 60% of travelers also using social media in their path. So I think that we’re really starting to see that gap shorten, and yeah, that’s kind of what the future of social media with the travel industry is where it’s going. Cassady Quintana: And it’s kind of crazy to see because those integrations, like you mentioned with Expedia on Instagram, booking.com, on TikTok, like how quickly that happened and how quickly it’s gonna continue to happen. So I always think about hotels that aren’t on social media all, or still haven’t bought into how important social media is, and like how far they’re falling behind, and it’s just gonna continue to get worse. So as we see that kind of shift happening, what do you think hotels should be thinking about the most when they’re starting to plan their social media content for the upcoming month? Like, what’s really important and what should they keep in the front of their minds? Dino Jevric: I think ultimately hotels need to realize that social media is more than just a marketing channel. I think, you know, historically social media has just been a place for hotels to kind of post pretty photos and, you know, showcase the spaces in their hotels. But I think that content is now moving away from being aspirational. And it needs to, now, because of this introduction of being able to book on these platforms, it needs to now be way more informative and decision driving. So, you know, instead of those static, you know, luxe polish content and photos, hotels need to invest in reality. And that’s a really big thing that we’ve been doing at Arlo, is really showcasing the hotel from a real standpoint and really showcasing the experience that you get before you even step onto property. So yeah, in the end, the hotels that are really gonna win are the ones that are treating social as a bridge between inspiration and conversion, rather than just a place to post content. Cassady Quintana: Absolutely. I agree. And I kind of like this shift in Instagram, right? When Instagram first came out, it was super, you gotta add a filter, it’s gotta be the perfect shot. Like it needs to look its best. And now it’s the total opposite because of AI and because of all this fake things we’re being fed, Instagram’s kind of reverting back to, well, no, we wanna see real people. We wanna see real events, we wanna be able to see ourselves in those experiences. So kind of what type of content do you think is performing best when people are in that discovery phase or when they’re actively looking for somewhere to stay? Dino Jevric: I mean, the answer is very, very obvious. I think it needs to feel real. The type of content that you need to be showcasing is stuff that feels real. You know, no one really wants to see another photo of, you know, a perfectly made bed. No one wants to see, you know, those still life images of, you know, your lobby. People really want to know what the experience actually looks like rather than just a polished version of it. And I think targeting concepts like a day in the life, or even like taking people around the neighborhood are different ways that people can showcase that and that brands can really capitalize on these things. We’ve implemented this a lot at Arlo and we’ve seen like very sizable results from it. So yeah, I think that that’s really the key is kind of just showcasing the real side of hotel content. Cassady Quintana: Yeah, it’s interesting ’cause some of the properties we work with here at TMG, it’s like they have these wonderful photos that are, you can definitely tell they had a photographer come and take these photos, right? And we’re like, that is so great for your website, but this is not gonna move the needle on social media, right? This, there’s nobody in this photo that’s, it’s empty, it’s an empty room, it’s an empty lobby. Like that’s not how your hotel feels on a regular basis. So how can we make that feel better? And, you know, sometimes we’re implementing AI, Hey, can you add a person at the front desk? Or we’re finding ways to make it feel a little bit more real. So I wanna shift gears a little bit, and you know, another part of your role is you’re managing multiple properties within one brand. So what do you think is like the biggest challenge for people that are in that kind of position? Dino Jevric: I think personally the biggest challenge for me, I mean, managing the social for all these different properties is a challenge within itself. But I think that personally the biggest challenge for me has always been balancing those different voices and personalities. For those who are not familiar with the Arlo brand, we are lifestyle hotel brand with seven properties in the United States. We have four in New York, we have a Chicago location, Miami and DC which is newly opened. And all these properties really shine in their own way. Williamsburg is known for its nightlife, Miami, it’s known for its leisure and laid back vibe. DC is known for his its historical perspective. So we really wanted to find a way to make all of these brands unify under this umbrella social media account, but then also just showcasing what makes each property unique. And that was a really big focus for me when I joined Arlo was kind of trying to build that consistent brand voice. And I think that’s where a lot of hotels, especially hotels that are managing more than one property, tend to struggle a lot, is kind of protecting the individuality of each location and really making location shine. And there are some brands that, you know, venture in the way in the path of creating different accounts for different locations. And I think that for us, the number one thing was, you know, Arlo is a brand, Arlo is a community at its highest point Arlo is, it’s more than just separating properties. It’s all about Arlo as a brand. And I think that’s something that each property does withhold, but they each showcase it in their own way. So yeah, I just, I wanted everything to feel cohesive and not copy and pasted. So yeah that would be the biggest challenge. And I think that we’ve definitely succeeded in that. Cassady Quintana: Well, I don’t wanna make you give away any of your secrets at Arlo, but how do you find that balance between the brand voice, but also letting each property still show some of their personality? Dino Jevric: I think, and I think the number one thing that people would think about is, you know, that there has to be some sort of like guideline. There has to be like this of rules that we have. You know, you can’t talk about this about in regards to this hotel, you can’t do this in regards to this hotel. And I think that it’s not, it’s less about strict, a strict set of rules and it’s more about a framework. There are things that stay consistent across the board. You know, when we’re talking about a brand, like, the service that we provide is consistent. The community that we cater to is consistent. And there are things that do change each property, like I mentioned, like we have Williamsburg that is very historically known for its rooftop parties, for its nightlife. And we’d like to cater to that. However, when we have a property like Miami who also does activate and does have these nightlife events and stuff, we find that we’d like to talk about that and we’d like to, to capitalize on that, but we gotta do that in another, in a different way because of the difference in personality. So the consistency comes from the foundation, but the personality comes from the location. So that’s kind of what that balance is and what makes the content feel both cohesive and still authentic in each space. Cassady Quintana: Oh, I love that. That’s awesome. And I feel like a lot of hotels, ones that we’ve talked to, they understand the importance of social media, but a lot of the time they get stuck because they feel like they’ve already talked about every single, every single thing there is to talk about their property, right? We’ve already posted about our rooms, we’ve already posted about our pool, we’ve already posted about our events, but I feel like a lot of the time hotels forget that their hotel is just one small part of a person’s trip where their experience and there’s a lot of things happening around the hotel, right? So do you guys ever tailor content differently depending on the location, which you touched on a little bit, or the audience for that specific property? Dino Jevric: Yeah, I mean, we do it all the time. I think that’s a really big part of our strategy. Like I said, each location has a different audience. It different expectations, different reasons people are staying there. In Midtown we probably have a lot of people who are staying, it’s their first visit to New York, it’s in a very central location. You’re, you know, minutes away from 42nd street or minutes away from Madison Square Garden. So that could be a reason that people are staying in Midtown. But then when we have, you know, our other New York City property, Williamsburg, people say there are a lot for leisure, people say there are a lot to experience the nightlife aspects. So there are lots of different demographics that we’re targeting and different reasons that people are staying there. So our content needs to reflect that while the brand does remain consistent, the way we’re bringing it to life on our social media is really tailored to the audience that we’re trying to reach. So yeah, we’ve done this in a different, in different ways of showcasing the different locations on our property, on our social media accounts. And I think that we’re doing a great job in that. Cassady Quintana: And I think even beyond just the location, there’s a lot of opportunity for hotels to partner with other local businesses or the culture that’s in that area. So for you and for Arlo Hotels, how important is it to highlight that local neighborhood or that culture in the social media content? Dino Jevric: I mean, Arlo is always culture first. I think that for us, it’s really, if you go on our social media, you’ll understand what I’m talking about. We really do put culture and the community at the forefront of everything that we do. And I think that it’s an essential part of our social strategy there. People aren’t just booking a room, people aren’t, I always say Arlo isn’t just a place that you rest your head at the end of the day. It’s not just a place that you come to crash and stuff like that. You know, we have so many activations, we have so many cultural moments happening on property. So ultimately people are booking our locations for an experience. And if you aren’t showcasing the neighborhood and culture, you’re really leaving out a huge part of that decision making process. So to kind of work on that and to kind of capitalize on that, we developed a series that we do on our social media called ,Know the Neighborhood. And that’s our way of bringing that concept to life. So we basically take our followers throughout the neighborhood of our different properties, and we showcase boutiques in the area, monuments in the areas, sightseeing, attractions in the area, and try to really highlight these different neighborhood gems and, and spotlights so that people can actually picture what their stay would look like beyond the hotel itself. So at the end of the day, like as much as we’d love to just showcase the hotel, I think that the neighborhood does really add a different element to that. And I think that a lot of brands need to really be focusing on that as well. Cassady Quintana: I absolutely agree. I feel like that’s something hotels forget a lot about. Again, like you said, it’s not just a place you’re laying your head at night. That’s just a small piece of your experience and it’s even important for people that may be from that area. I love that. Know Your Neighborhood series you guys are doing, because I live in Florida, I haven’t been to your property in Miami, but I would love to watch and I’d love to learn more about the area, especially if I ever do go down there and visit. Like now I feel like I know what to expect and I don’t feel as nervous. And it’s comforting to feel like you know, what the property’s gonna be like and the area too, because it can be overwhelming, especially you guys in New York, like those properties, that’s a lot. New York is a lot. So if you can feel a connection to the property, connection to the area before you even go, you’re already, you know, five steps ahead. So shifting gears a little bit, are there any trends right now? I love to talk about trends in social media because I feel like we could talk about something right now and in a few weeks it’s gonna be something new. So what trends are you noticing in hospitality, social media right now? Dino Jevric: I think a trend that is here and is here to stay, and that is really shape reshaping the social landscape in terms of hospitality, is showcasing authentic human content. And I know people might be thinking like, that’s not necessarily a trend that isn’t like, you know, a fast moving pace moment. But I think that when it comes to trends in social, in hospitality, social media, that is one of the biggest that people really do miss out on because they’re really focused on what’s culturally happening in… And that doesn’t, that, you know, that doesn’t mean that brands shouldn’t focus on what’s happening in culture and really honing in on that. I am someone who loves going off of all these different cultural moments and what people are talking about. But I think the real big general trend that we should be following is showcasing authentic human content, things that people can connect to, things that people can emotionally connect to. Dino Jevric: I think that on social media, a big issue is that we find trouble in emotionally connecting to content, which is why it’s hard for people to then book a hotel. So yeah, that’s really the key there, so doing things from showcasing your team, going behind the scenes of a big moment or event that you’re doing on your property, interviewing your GM or guest experience team, these are all things that people are really drawn to and that really promote the au authenticity and story driven moments that give them an inside look into your brand and how it actually operates. And something that we’ve actually done recently is we launched a Behind the Door series where we take our audience into these big brand moments and these behind the scenes, restaurant openings and living room gallery installations, and it really builds a connection between a brand and an individual before they even stay with you. And I think that it’s definitely important now that we are in Arlo’s tenure anniversary, that we’re leaning into this even more and bringing people closer to the brand through things like behind the scenes content and social first campaign. So really excited about, things that are coming within the next year, but this is something that we’re really, really, using as the backbone to our social media strategy. Cassady Quintana: Oh, I love that. And it’s awesome. It’s kind of the same thing I mentioned of, if you feel like, you know, the area or the property, you’re already five steps ahead. But beyond that, if you feel like you resonate with the people that work at that property, I talked about, previously in a webinar I did that, I went to resort in Mexico last year and I stalked their social media. And when I got there, I feel like I already know, I already knew the people that works there, even though I had never met them. But because that property was so adamant on posting their people, because your people is what makes your property special, right? You could have the most beautiful hotel, it could be having, it could have the most stunning amenities, but if your service and your people don’t match up to that, the experience falls short. So I love that you guys are doing that. I feel like people first is the way to do social media because of course we’re gonna connect with real people other than just a still image of an empty room. So kind of as we wrap up a little bit, I love to ask all my guests this, if you could give hoteliers that are trying to improve their social media right now, one piece of advice, what would you give them? Dino Jevric: I think that the biggest piece of advice that I would give is really focus and hone in on the ever shifting landscape that is social media. You know, social landscape is always shifting and you really need to be shifting alongside of it. It’s important to stay curious. It’s important to be culturally aware and have your finger on the pulse of all things that are happening within the hospitality industry. But it’s also important to not get too comfortable with one approach of social media. I think more importantly though is really focus on content that’s actually valuable to your audience, and not just visually appealing. I think going back to what we were talking about in terms of people just, or brands just posting images of a bed, images of an empty lobby, it’s really not driving people to your hotel. It’s probably driving them away because they really can’t connect to that. And I think that if you consistently create content that makes someone say, I could see myself staying here, or I could really see myself enjoying this experience, you’re really already ahead of most brands. So those are two pieces of advice that I would really give that are really, really important to succeeding in hospitality, social media. Cassady Quintana: I love that. And previous, you mentioned Arlo’s coming up on its 10 year anniversary. First of all, congrats to you and to the team. That’s such an awesome place to be. It’s super exciting. Do you have anything you can share with us, maybe some exciting campaigns or announcements coming up? Dino Jevric: Yeah, I mean, it’s been a long time coming. We’ve really developed as a brand over the past 10 years and we’ve succeeded in so much. But yeah, this year is our 10 year anniversary. We have amazing, amazing, amazing offers coming very, very soon. I’m pretty sure that they’re probably gonna be launched by the time this is posted, so I’ll just go ahead and talk about them. But for social specific, we’re actually launching a 10 year throwback drop. So you’re gonna be able to stay like it’s 2016 and we’re gonna be dropping $100 same day rooms every day from 10 to 11:00 AM hotel local time for those that are in different areas. But yeah, that’ll be happening every day for the rest of the year. We’re partnering with some huge social media partners to kind of get this campaign going. So yeah, I’m just really excited to see where that goes. Yeah, the brand is really happy with where we are. We owe it to the community. We owe it to the people who have been loyal guests and people who we continue to welcome every day. And yeah, we’re just really, really happy to be in this position celebrating 10 years, with you guys. Cassady Quintana: As you should be. That’s an awesome place to be and it’s super exciting. We’ll make sure we stay up to date on everything you guys are launching. So Dino, thank you so much for joining. For our listeners that are here, where can they find you? Dino Jevric: Well, you can find me. I actually just launched a new newsletter, called the Pickup Report and where I dissect what’s happening in social media, specifically within hospitality, and I dissect topics like the one that we discussed today from a creative and performance perspective. So you can find that on substack and LinkedIn. But personally, you could find me on LinkedIn, first and last name. Be happy to connect with all of you. And yeah, if anyone has any questions or anything, I’d love to discuss. Cassady Quintana: Absolutely. Well, thank you Dino, again for joining me. This is such a valuable conversation and I hope our listeners get something out of it. But thank you for taking the time to join me today. Dino Jevric: Thank you so much for having me. Appreciate this opportunity. Cassady Quintana: Perfect. And thank you to all our listeners. We will see you next time on the Social Success Podcast. Be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcast so you don’t miss an episode. The Social Success Podcast is produced by Travel Media Group, our editor isBrandon Bell, with Cover Art by Bary Gordon. I’m your host Cassady Quintana, and we hope you enjoyed this episode.
Host Richie Tevlin and Co-Host Evan Blum talk with Jose Manchola and Scott Novick of Alternate Ending Beer Co., a brewpub in Aberdeen, New Jersey built inside a former movie theater. Scott is the co-founder and owner, who honed his brewing skills at Other Half Brewing in Brooklyn and was named InsideHook's 2026 Brewery of the Year. Jose, known as @YankeeRunner77, is the brewery's Social Media Manager, a craft beer content creator, and the founder of Melesa's Wings, a cancer fundraising campaign that has mobilized over 20 East Coast breweries to raise funds for Memorial Sloan Kettering's Cancer Research Center. https://www.alternateendingbeerco.com @aebeerco @yankeerunner77 _____________________________________________ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!: The Beer Accountant: https://www.paddymaccpa.com/brewerysolutions Patrick McDonald Email: pmcdonald@paddymaccpa.com 267-566-4077 - Licensed CPA Norris McLaughlin P.A. https://norrismclaughlin.com/ted-zeller Ted Zeller Email: tzeller@norris-law.com (484) 765-2220 - Liquor Attorney _______________________________________ EPISODE NOTES: Mentioned Breweries Horus Aged Ales - Oceanside, CA Tree House Brewing - Charlton, MA Troon Brewing - Hopewell, NJ Creature Comforts Brewing - Athens, GA Other Half Brewing - Brooklyn, NY Trillium Brewing - Canton, MA Kane Brewing - Ocean Township, NJ Carton Brewing - Atlantic Highlands, NJ Wayward Lane Brewing - Schoharie, NY Hudson Valley Brewery - Beacon, NY Finback Brewery - Brooklyn, NY The Seed: A Living Beer Project - Atlantic City, NJ Icarus Brewing - Epi 85 - Brick, NJ Human Robot - Epi 10, 15, & 62 - Philadelphia, PA Equilibrium Brewing - Middletown, NY Saurez Family Brewery - Hudson, NY North Park Brewing Co - San Diego, CA Sgraffito Beer - Epi 92 - Philadelphia, PA The TEST Brewery - Brooklyn, NY Esker Hart Artisan Ales - High Bridge, NJ Wild East Brewing - Brooklyn, NY Schilling Beer Co - Littleton, NH Hill Farmstead Brewery - Greensboro Bend, VT Space Cadet Beer - Epi 22 - Philadelphia, PA Mentioned People Sam Cox ‘Mr. Doodle' - Famous Artist Kyle Harrop - Founder at Horus Aged Ales Lisa Haney - Beer Can Illustrator Steve Grodzinsky - Assistant Brewer at Alternate Ending Beer Sam Richardson - Founder of Other Half Brewing Matt Monahan - Founder of Other Half Brewing Andrew Burman - Founder of Other Half Brewing Ken Correll - Epi 15 - Co-Owner of Human Robot Brendan Arnold - Head Brewer at Alternate Ending Beer Jason Goldstein - Epi 85 - Owner of Icarus Brewing Craig Melvin - American Broadcast Journalist Dave Portnoy - Founder of Barstool Sports Will Guidara - American Restaurateur & Author Larry Horwitz - Director of Brewing at Crooked Hammock Brewery Danny Meyer - American Restaurateur & Author Emily Crosby - Events Planner at Alternate Ending Beer Hillary Barile - Manager at Rabbit Hill Farms Ben Clayton - Founder of The TEST Brewery Bob D'Angelo - Owner of Esker Hart Artisan Ales Lindsay Steen - Co-founder of Wild East Brewing Brett Taylor - Co-founder of Wild East Brewing Jan Havránek - Global Sales Director of Lukr What We Drank? Mount Doom Rauchbier | 4.9% Alternate Ending Beer Co. --------------------- The Royal Rug Pilsner | 4.8% | Mittelfrüh Alternate Ending Beer Co. --------------------- My Only Friend Imperial Stout | 9.8% Alternate Ending Beer Co. --------------------- Re-Animator Lager | 5.2% | Saaz Shine Alternate Ending Beer Co. (Collab w/ Horus Aged Ales) --------------------- Cottonmouth Session IPA | 4.0% Alternate Ending Beer Co. _______________________________________ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: @brewedat / @thebrewedatpodcast Tik Tok: @brewedat / @thebrewedatpodcast YouTube: @brewedat / @thebrewedatpodcast LinkedIn: BrewedAt Website: www.brewedat.com
Caroline Callicutt, Social Media Manager, National Center on Sexual Exploitation, talks about their Dirty Dozen list that includes Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Shrines and Wonders takes us to Castel Gandalfo, and Joan Lewis checks in from Rome. Plus, Fr. Robert Spitzer visits to discuss his research on the Shroud of Turin.
Drop us a message!In this episode, Marisa Scullion, Head of Marketing at Angel Investment Network, explains how marketing can bridge the gap between founders and investors. We explore how storytelling, positioning, and brand visibility help both sides recognise the value in each other's ideas and opportunities.Plus, we also speak to Elena Nikiforova, Social Media Manager at Giraffe Social, to get her thoughts on why social media success is shifting from reach to conversation and community.Want to be featured on the pod? Drop us a voice note on Instagram at @GiraffeSM.About Giraffe Social's Social in 10 PodcastGiraffe Social is a multi-disciplined digital marketing agency specialising in social media marketing based on the South Coast of the United Kingdom. We work with a wide range of industries, spanning from Fintech and L&D, to Beauty and Retail.Social in 10 is a weekly podcast about all things digital marketing. We discuss all the things social media managers want to know, including the latest platform updates, emerging trends, campaign ideas, and best practices to help you stay ahead of the curve. Whether you're managing multiple clients or growing your brand in-house, each episode is packed with actionable insights… all delivered in under ten minutes.Hosted by the Giraffe Social team, this is your fast, fun, no-fluff guide to making sense of social. New episodes every week, so tune in and level up your marketing game!
Catalyst is a Creative Industries podcast, from Chapman University. Each episode features Chapman students who have completed a Podcasting course through the Center for Creative and Cultural Industries at the university. Students who had no podcasting experience or technical ability in the genre before taking the course were able to contribute all the segments to Catalyst this season with the goal being that they will take this 'hands-on' experience and carry it over to the launching of their very own series. Each episode of Season 15 will feature one to two different interviews conducted by CCI students, exploring different aspects of the Creative and Cultural Industries. Our season starts off with a real kick when Jayne Towers sits down with Cal Hunter, a Digital Media professional with the NFL, to explore what happens when creativity, culture, and communication converge on one of the world's most recognizable stages. Cal shares how an unconventional background in media and culture shaped his path to the league, offering an honest look at what it actually takes to build a career at the intersection of storytelling and strategy. Jayne and Cal also examine the cultural forces that quietly shape the league's creative direction and keep its digital team moving. Their conversation digs into how fan engagement is built not through highlights alone, but through the kind of authentic storytelling that turns casual viewers into loyal communities. Cal closes with grounded, practical advice for students eyeing careers in media, marketing, and entertainment. Concluding our first episode of the season, Producer and Social Media Manager for Will & Rusty's Playdate Podcast at Almost Friday Media, Andrew Nelson, speaks with Tessa Weir about Nelson's unique career trajectory. They discuss the path that led Andrew from college graduation to running a show almost entirely on his own. Andrew reflects candidly on the stops that shaped him: cutting his teeth under David Dobrik's company, transitioning to the Los Angeles Chargers, grinding through a freelance stretch as a photographer and editor, and ultimately landing at the tight-knit startup. The pair dig into the unglamorous realities behind the mic and what it actually means to shepherd two two-hour episodes from record to release every single week. For students hungry to break into content creation and social media Andrew offers advice that lands with the credibility of someone who hasn't been out of their shoes all that long—and hasn't forgotten what it felt like to be in them.
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Thinking about using Notion to run your social media management business? Watch this review first.I tested Notion for two months inside my own workflow to see if it could replace my task manager, planning system, and content calendar. And while it's one of the most powerful free productivity tools online, there are a few limitations social media managers don't talk about enough.In this video, I'm breaking down my honest review of Notion after using it with real client work. We'll cover the free plan, the steep learning curve, why templates completely change the experience, and the biggest reason Notion might not be the all-in-one solution social media managers are looking for.Because when you're managing client work, your systems matter. The fewer tabs, tools, and workflows you need to juggle, the easier it is to execute consistently.
What is being a social media manager in 2026 REALLY like? The latest study from Metricool dives into the pros and cons of being a social media manager. Check out the full study here: https://metricool.com/social-media-well-being-report-2026/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260306_latasha-james_2026-smm-study_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q1Thanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260306_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=audio&utm_term=q1Book a coaching call with me: https://www.latashajames.com/coaching
Brian sits down with life coach and motivational speaker Valorie Burton to talk about what it really takes to endure pressure — and come out wiser and stronger on the other side. Valorie breaks resilience down into a learnable, diagnosable system: adaptive skills (what's happening inside you), protective resources (what you can draw on), and preventive measures (the proactive choices that reduce future stress). In the second part of the podcast, Anna Buffini, Buffini & Company's Social Media Manager, (and Brian's daughter) asks Valorie questions previously submitted by Buffini clients about the challenges they're currently facing. YOU WILL LEARN: How to build a resilience system with adaptive skills, protective resources, and preventive measures. A simple process to interrupt rumination and replace unhelpful thoughts with strengthening ones. How to discern when to grit and when to quit — the difference between “hard” and “burdensome.” MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Brian Buffini ShowRules of Resilience: 10 Ways Successful People Get Better, Wiser, and Stronger, by Valorie Burton NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “We also need resilience when the opportunity is in front of us...it's also necessary for success.” — Valorie Burton “What a system also does is it helps you diagnose — where you could strengthen elements of your system that would lift you to the level where you need to be.” — Valorie Burton “The most important adaptive skill to have is thought awareness.” — Valorie Burton “When you start saying different things to yourself, it results in different choices and different actions.” — Valorie Burton “Coach yourself with that question — “What am I saying?' Write it down. Write down the most persistent thought.” — Valorie Burton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Here's my step-by-step plan for becoming a social media manager an earning your first $5K a month! Join the Social Media Management Accelerator: https://courses.latashajames.com/courses/smmaThanks to Metricool for sponsoring this episode. Get 30 days free on any Metricool plan with code LATASHA using this link: https://metricool.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=20260227_latasha-james_sign-up_en&utm_content=video&utm_term=q1Try HoneyBook FREE for 7 days + 30% off for your first year: http://share.honeybook.com/latasha
Jenny Li Fowler sits down with Rachael Hagerstrom of the University of Massachusetts Amherst to explore an often-overlooked yet critical area of institutional communications: issues management. In this conversation, Rachael shares how her journalism and social media background uniquely prepared her for a role focused on monitoring, anticipating, and mitigating potential reputation threats before they escalate. This episode is a must-listen for any higher ed communications pro wondering what's next in their career.Guest Name: Rachael Hagerstrom, Director for Strategic Communications, University of Massachusetts AmherstGuest Social: LInkedInGuest Bio: Rachael Hagerstrom is the director for strategic communications at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Over a decade in social media management—including at Smith College and Amherst College— she created multiple award-winning campaigns, served on national social media boards, and provided research and counsel to senior leaders on emerging issues.At UMass, she works on helping the university team future forecast by staying on top of trends and news in the social media landscape. Rachael has also co-authored a travel guide to Nicaragua and once worked as a reporter at the Daily Hampshire Gazette and Watertown Daily Times. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jenny Li Fowlerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylifowler/https://twitter.com/TheJennyLiAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this episode of For the 23%, host Dielle speaks with Ellen Yin, an entrepreneur who transitioned from a social media manager to a successful business owner. They discuss the importance of sales calls, the evolution of Ellen's coaching business. Ellen shares insights on brand partnerships, the challenges of scaling a media business, and the significance of intuition in making business decisions. The conversation emphasizes the need for consistency in content creation and the importance of understanding one's goals in entrepreneurship. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:34 The Art of Sales Calls 04:53 Ellen's Journey from Social Media Manager to Entrepreneur 10:04 Building a Coaching Business 15:14 Transitioning to a Media Company 19:58 Navigating Brand Partnerships and Sponsorships 24:54 The Importance of Intuition in Business Decisions 30:05 Challenges of Scaling a Media Company 34:49 The Role of Content Quality and Consistency 40:10 Final Thoughts and Advice for Entrepreneurs For the 23% is the women of color business and entrepreneurship podcast hosted by multi-million-dollar entrepreneur Dielle Charon. Each week you'll learn how to grow your sales, money, and freedom so we can increase the 23% of business owners who are women of color. Website: forthe23percent.com Instagram: @forthe23percent Membership: forthe23percent.com/membership
Awards, nominations, accolades, keep your business visible.In this solo episode of Community, Kristina is shifting the way you think about self-promotion.So many entrepreneurs struggle with the embarrassment or the fear to self promote but ‘closed mouths don't get fed' and Kristina is breaking down not just if you should self promote but why you should, and how it can transform your business.Tune in to hear:How modesty culture is holding you back from the visibility you deserve.Why women especially feel resistance to self-nomination for awards, PR opportunities, and stages.Why embarrassment is the cost of entry in entrepreneurship.How self-nomination is actually a strategy, not a brag.How to align award opportunities with your values and audience.The secret to writing strong applications (hint: keep a brag folder!).Why YOU might be the one who inspires others by going first.Marketing isn't just about Social Media content, it's also about putting yourself out there to be seen and heard, even when it feels awkward.This episode is about empowering you to take that step.DM Kristina on Instagram and tell her what you're finally going to nominate yourself for, we'd love to celebrate with you!Mentioned in Episode:LinkedIn Starter PackWork with The Social Snippet!Join The High Vibe Women Online CommunityVictoria Mae Photography - Book a brand session for a free HVW ticket!Small Business School with Staci MillardTop tips for getting speaking gigs!Give The Social Snippet A Google Review!Send me a text!Support the showFor Your Information: • Host your podcast on Buzzsprout! •Join The High Vibe Women Online Community! • Join our favourite scheduling platform Later • FLODESK Affiliate Code | 25% off your first year! Don't forget to come say hi to us on Instagram @thesocialsnippet, join the Weekly Snippet or follow us on any social media platform! Website . Instagram . Facebook . Linkedin
In this episode, Julia Campbell discusses the evolving landscape of nonprofit social media management in 2026. She shares insights on the challenges faced by social media managers, including low engagement rates and the importance of community building.Julia provides five essential tips for effective social media management, emphasizing the need for time management, mental health breaks, and the acceptance of imperfection in content creation. She encourages listeners to advocate for themselves within their organizations and highlights the significance of marketing as part of the nonprofit mission.Take my free masterclass: 3 Must-Have Elements of Social Media Content that Converts
TIME STAMP INFO:00:00:01 Intros00:00:35 NO Geoff Keighley Xbox Developer Direct Poll? Xbox's Sr. Social Media Manager, Stein Asks The BIG question!00:35:00 Q2 Number's For 2026 Are IN | Can Phil Spencer and Xbox Course Correct?01:05:00 Let's talk NEW Xbox next generation hardware! 01:35:00 Outros Video eXtas1stv suggest we are getting a reveal.......SOON! The BIG question is how soon?
Today's show features: Margaret Henney, Vice President of Marketing at CoVideo Taylor Mazock, Social Media Manager at Cavender Auto Group Jason Espin, Automotive Technician at Benzel-Busch Motor Car Lauren Clarke, RV Sales Assistant at Airstream of South Florida Chris Escalante, Finance Assistant at Suburban Buick GMC of Troy This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – Stream Companies is a full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled advertising agency that drives measurable results through performance marketing, creative and content development, and proprietary AdTech solutions. Our innovative platforms, including the Retail Ready platform and Integrated Marketing Cloud, empower brands to optimize performance and accelerate growth. To learn more, visit StreamCompanies.com. CoVideo – Covideo is the leader in video lead response, helping dealerships convert more internet leads into appointments and vehicle sales through fast, personalized follow-up. Dealers using Covideo consistently see stronger engagement, higher appointment rates, and more vehicles sold. With AI-powered innovations coming soon, Covideo is continuing to help dealers move faster and win earlier in the sales process. Visit https://www.covideo.com/ to learn more. Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG Circles ➤ https://cdgcircles.com/ CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683
In this episode of Social Media Decoded, Michelle Thames breaks down the real difference between a social media manager and a social media strategist — and why confusing the two can cost businesses time, money, and momentum. Michelle explains how strategy and execution serve different purposes, the most common hiring mistakes business owners make, and how choosing the right support at the right time can dramatically change results. This episode is essential listening for entrepreneurs, founders, and brands deciding how to invest in their marketing and visibility in 2026. Topics Covered The difference between social media management and social media strategy Posting content vs planning a visibility ecosystem Why execution without strategy leads to wasted effort How strategy saves money long-term Common hiring mistakes business owners make When to hire a strategist vs when to hire a manager How clarity impacts content, growth, and conversion Why roles, timing, and expectations matter Key Takeaways A social media manager executes content, a strategist designs the plan Posting consistently does not equal strategic growth Strategy provides direction, focus, and measurable outcomes Hiring the wrong role at the wrong time creates frustration Clear strategy makes execution more effective and efficient Who This Episode Is For Business owners hiring marketing support Entrepreneurs confused about social media roles Brands struggling with inconsistent results Founders preparing to scale visibility in 2026 Creators transitioning from DIY to professional support If you need clarity before hiring or scaling your marketing, explore working with Michelle's agency for strategic support. www.thamesmediasolutions.com For ongoing proximity, feedback, and visibility guidance, join the Collective. https://michellethames.com/elevate-and-empower-collective About the Host Michelle Thames is a marketing strategist, podcast host, and community builder with over 15 years of experience helping brands and entrepreneurs build visibility systems that convert. She specializes in strategy-first marketing, community-led growth, and sustainable brand ecosystems. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Malcolm Nance is an American author, national security commentator, and former U.S. Navy Officer specializing in naval cryptology and intelligence. After serving in the Navy from 1981 to 2001, he became a prominent public analyst on terrorism, intelligence operations, and authoritarian threats — frequently appearing on U.S. television as a counterterrorism and foreign policy voice. In 2022, Nance drew major international attention by traveling to Ukraine and publicly joining the country's International Legion effort, saying he believed in defending democracy — an episode covered widely in the U.S. and UK press. In recent years he has continued publishing and broadcasting commentary that connects the war in Ukraine, drone-enabled warfare, disinformation operations, and the risk of democratic backsliding in the US.----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------LINKS:https://x.com/MalcolmNance https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmnance/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malcolm_Nancehttps://www.youtube.com/@MalcolmNanceMedia https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/black-man-spy-with-malcolm-nance/id1810151258 https://www.spymuseum.org/host-an-event/spy-speaker-series/malcolm-nance/ https://nsarchive2.gwu.edu/torturingdemocracy/interviews/malcolm_nance.htmlhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B001JS05RKhttps://www.waterstones.com/author/malcolm-nance/2135428 ----------PLEASE HELP US GROW IN 2026! THANK YOU! This channel happens because of your support - The interviews, the news episodes and live events. And especially the trips to Ukraine that enable me to make videos on the ground, and connections that lead to better and more insightful conversations. We are looking to scale up operations next year, as Putin's aggression is not going away, and authoritarians align to attack democracies and rule-of-law worldwide. We want to take on a Social Media Manager to amplify the impact of the channel, and grow it faster. This role will be recruited in Ukraine, to help the wartime economy.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------Silicon Curtain is a part of the Christmas Tree Trucks 2025 campaign - an ambitious fundraiser led by a group of our wonderful team of information warriors raising 110,000 EUR for the Ukrainian army. https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtainThe Goal of the Campaign for the Silicon Curtain community:- 1 armoured battle-ready pickupWe are sourcing all vehicles around 2010-2017 or newer, mainly Toyota Hilux or Mitsubishi L200, with low mileage and fully serviced. These are some of the greatest and the most reliable pickups possible to be on the frontline in Ukraine. Who will receive the vehicles?https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain----------DESCRIPTION:Global Democratic Struggles: Malcolm Nance on Ukraine, Trump, and Authoritarian ThreatsIn this compelling episode, Malcolm Nance, an American author and national security commentator, discusses a range of global security issues. After highlighting his journey from a US Naval Officer to a renowned public analyst, Nance details his experiences in Ukraine and draws global parallels to historical and modern authoritarian threats. The conversation dives into Trump's impact on national security, comparing his tactics to those of historical figures and discussing the implications for democracy. Nance warns about the global rise of neo-fascism, the risks to the Western order, and the pressing need for cohesion in Europe and beyond. The episode emphasizes the importance of ongoing support for Ukraine and concludes with appeals for continued community and global support for efforts defending democracy.----------
Welcome to our monthly conversation with Konstantin, who is one of the most respected voices on YouTube about what is happening Inside Russia. Konstantin Samoilov is a well-known YouTuber whose channel ‘Inside Russia' comments insightfully on Russia's decent into authoritarianism over the last few years. But now, like many others, he's outside Russia, with no idea of when he can return there. ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------LINKS: @INSIDERUSSIA https://www.patreon.com/insiderussiaINSIDE RUSSIA is a source of current news on Russia - Konstantin carefully selects 9 news stories that are important and really matter, with commentaries and analyses by Konstantin delivered daily to channel patrons at Patreon.comGet your access to daily news updates at patreon.com/INSIDERUSSIA----------PLEASE HELP US GROW IN 2026! THANK YOU! This channel happens because of your support - The interviews, the news episodes and live events. And especially the trips to Ukraine that enable me to make videos on the ground, and connections that lead to better and more insightful conversations. We are looking to scale up operations next year, as Putin's aggression is not going away, and authoritarians align to attack democracies and rule-of-law worldwide. We want to take on a Social Media Manager to amplify the impact of the channel, and grow it faster. This role will be recruited in Ukraine, to help the wartime economy.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------Silicon Curtain is a part of the Christmas Tree Trucks 2025 campaign - an ambitious fundraiser led by a group of our wonderful team of information warriors raising 110,000 EUR for the Ukrainian army. https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtainThe Goal of the Campaign for the Silicon Curtain community:- 1 armoured battle-ready pickupWe are sourcing all vehicles around 2010-2017 or newer, mainly Toyota Hilux or Mitsubishi L200, with low mileage and fully serviced. These are some of the greatest and the most reliable pickups possible to be on the frontline in Ukraine. Who will receive the vehicles?https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain----------
Elizabeth Bullock had a career in technology start-ups, including tools for defence intelligence. She has the unique distinction of spending 3 years full time in frontline areas of Ukraine, running an independent British Expeditionary Aid & Rescue operation. It is designed to be a quick-response unit, executing strategic operations to solve acute civic crises. Her intimate experience of the war spans the eastern Donbas (Lysychansk, Bakhmut), the southern front (Kherson, Mykolaiv), the northeast (Kharkiv, Izyum) and the north (Bucha, Hostomel). Her work has gained international coverage by BBC News, The New York Times, Le Monde, Sky News and The Washington Post. She returned to the UK and founded Prammavox Ltd. ----------LINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/e-bullock/https://www.prammavox.com/https://mast-security.com/team/elizabeth-bullock/----------PLEASE HELP US GROW IN 2026! THANK YOU! This channel happens because of your support - The interviews, the news episodes and live events. And especially the trips to Ukraine that enable me to make videos on the ground, and connections that lead to better and more insightful conversations. We are looking to scale up operations next year, as Putin's aggression is not going away, and authoritarians align to attack democracies and rule-of-law worldwide. We want to take on a Social Media Manager to amplify the impact of the channel, and grow it faster. This role will be recruited in Ukraine, to help the wartime economy.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------Silicon Curtain is a part of the Christmas Tree Trucks 2025 campaign - an ambitious fundraiser led by a group of our wonderful team of information warriors raising 110,000 EUR for the Ukrainian army. https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtainThe Goal of the Campaign for the Silicon Curtain community:- 1 armoured battle-ready pickupWe are sourcing all vehicles around 2010-2017 or newer, mainly Toyota Hilux or Mitsubishi L200, with low mileage and fully serviced. These are some of the greatest and the most reliable pickups possible to be on the frontline in Ukraine. Who will receive the vehicles?https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------
Ready to quit your 9–5 and become a full-time social media manager in 2026? This is your roadmap.In this episode, I'm giving you a full 12-month plan to go from beginner (or part-time side hustler) to booked-out and thriving in your SMM business.You'll learn exactly what to do in each quarter — from landing your first client without an Instagram following, to building a portfolio that converts, to finally setting income goals that make quitting your job realistic.We're not guessing. We're building. Month by month, phase by phase.Let's go full-time—together.Inside this episode:✔️ Why 2026 is the best time to go full-time✔️ The biggest mistake new social media managers make✔️ How to land your first 3–5 clients without a following✔️ Pricing, packaging, and portfolio tips✔️ When to build a website and brand shoot (not at the start!)✔️ How to reverse-engineer your income and make quitting realisticWatch or listen now to get the full plan and start strong this year.xx Ellen
This week on the podcast, we're diving into Peloton's potential partnership with ChatGPT Health and what CEO Peter Stern has to say about the future of the company. We're covering all the latest news, from new hardware sightings and program updates to major marathon collaborations. Get ready for a deep dive into everything you need to know about the world of Peloton fitness.Peloton might be partnering with ChatGPT Health. What could this mean for your fitness routine?CEO Peter Stern addresses the future of Peloton.A mysterious bench was spotted in a regular Peloton class.Peloton closes its Insights Lab.PSNY & PSL are hosting special January Run Club events.Peloton teams up with the Berlin Half Marathon, expanding its fitness event partnerships.We take a look at the Tysons Corner pop-up store.Is Peloton struggling with math? We break it down.What is HiLit training, and could it be coming to the platform?Peloton is hiring a Director of Global Marketing Measurement Strategy.The company is also searching for a Technical Design Lead for Hardware.A look at Matt Wilpers's exciting 2026 racing schedule.Instructor Kirra Michel appeared on Good Morning America.Robin Arzón is looking for a Social Media Manager to join her team.Former Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy has joined the board of Strava.TCO Top 5: Don't miss these listener-recommended classes.This Week at Peloton: We recap the biggest highlights from the world of Peloton.TCO Radar: We're watching these upcoming classes and fitness trends.A new 12-week Hyrox program is on its way to the Peloton platform.Matt Wilpers is tweaking the Power Zone program for newcomers.Matty Maggiacomo announces changes for his popular Walk & Talks.Happy Birthday to Peloton instructors Cliff Dwenger (January 19) and Ben Alldis (January 22).See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ben Hodges is a retired United States Army officer, who became commander of United States Army Europe in November 2014, and held that position for three years until retiring from the United States Army in January 2018. Until recently he was the Pershing Chair in Strategic Studies, at the Centre for European Policy Analysis, specialising in NATO, Transatlantic relationship and international security. ----------LINKS:https://twitter.com/general_benhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Hodges https://cepa.org/author/ben-hodges/ https://warsawsecurityforum.org/speaker/hodges-ben-lt-gen/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hodges-1674b1172/ ----------PLEASE HELP US GROW IN 2026! THANK YOU! This channel happens because of your support - The interviews, the news episodes and live events. And especially the trips to Ukraine that enable me to make videos on the ground, and connections that lead to better and more insightful conversations. We are looking to scale up operations next year, as Putin's aggression is not going away, and authoritarians align to attack democracies and rule-of-law worldwide. We want to take on a Social Media Manager to amplify the impact of the channel, and grow it faster. This role will be recruited in Ukraine, to help the wartime economy.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------Silicon Curtain is a part of the Christmas Tree Trucks 2025 campaign - an ambitious fundraiser led by a group of our wonderful team of information warriors raising 110,000 EUR for the Ukrainian army. https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtainThe Goal of the Campaign for the Silicon Curtain community:- 1 armoured battle-ready pickupWe are sourcing all vehicles around 2010-2017 or newer, mainly Toyota Hilux or Mitsubishi L200, with low mileage and fully serviced. These are some of the greatest and the most reliable pickups possible to be on the frontline in Ukraine. Who will receive the vehicles?https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------DESCRIPTION:Analyzing the US Peace Process and Ukraine Conflict with General Ben HodgesIn this episode, David and Jonathan welcome General Ben Hodges, former Commander of US Army Europe, to explore the intricacies of the US administration's approach to the Ukraine conflict and peace process. The discussion covers the missteps by the US administration, the resilience and strategy of Ukraine, and the implications of various geopolitical maneuvers. They dive deeply into the current state of US-Russia relations, the role of European allies, and potential future outcomes. Additionally, the conversation touches on domestic US issues like federal law enforcement activities and the potential for martial law. The episode concludes with a look at ongoing support initiatives for Ukraine and reflections on the broader state of global democracy.----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Initial Critique of the Peace Process00:27 Welcoming General Ben Hodges01:28 Discussion on the Performative Peace Process02:44 Analysis of US and European Roles in the Conflict07:25 Ukraine's Military Strategy and Innovations10:32 Support for the Channel and Future Plans12:42 Impact of Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Infrastructure18:26 Speculations on Russia's Future and Hybrid Warfare27:16 Discussing the Future of European Politics29:37 US Foreign Policy and Greenland34:11 Domestic Issues in America37:36 Military and Legal Implications42:08 International Relations and Consequences45:55 Optimism and Future Outlook51:47 Fundraising for Ukraine----------
Happy Wednesday! We are so excited for this week's episode! Today, we are sharing one of our co-host story, Ana! Ana has been part of Finding Something Real since the very beginning. Janell and Ana met at a small group when she was a senior in High School in 2019. They've formed a beautiful friendship since then. Ana was born and raised in Chelan, WA. She is currently the Social Media Manager for this Podcast and a co-host this season. She graduated from Northwest University and got her Bachelor's in Business Administration. Ana is one of the founders of Valley Collective - a moment to unify the Churches in the Greater Chelan Valley. She's involved in many other ministries, including this one, using her gift and talents to build His Kingdom. Ana loves the Lord with all her heart. It doesn't mean she hasn't gone through anything hard. Her dad had a stroke her sophomore year in High School. He was handicapped for four years until he passed away at the end of 2021. She shares her story about breaking a generational curse that was associated with to her dad's stroke. She also opens up about her struggle with self-hatred and suicidal thoughts. Ana's relationship with the Lord is so rich and so deep. If you relate to her story or want to ask more questions, please reach out! Message us - we would love to talk with you! We hope you love Ana as much as we do! -- -- -- -- -- LINKS I Have Seen the Goodness of God in My Life You Don't Have to Have All the Answers with Lindsey Medenwaldt Why People Really Don't Believe in Jesus with Xandra Grieme Dealing with Grief and Church Hurt with Jason Schmidt How to Love People in Truth and Love with Drew Berryessa Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MuVWFbZzue3ZLgCtIJGzB Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-something-real-podcast/id1481017856 www.janellmwood.com Follow us on: Instagram: finding_something_real Facebook: Finding Something REAL with Janell Wood Tiktok: @findingsomethingreal Youtube: Finding Something REAL with Janell Wood
Motivation is flaky. Discipline and habits are what actually get you paid. In this episode, I'm breaking down the boring, repeatable daily habits that help you act like a $100K-a-year social media manager before the money shows up. Because six-figure businesses aren't built on vibes. They're built on systems, ownership, and habits that signal: this is a real company.If you want to grow faster, more sustainably, and without burning out, it starts by treating your own business like a client, not an afterthought.We're covering:
In this episode, I interview Brittany Roberts, the mastermind behind the Instagram Launch Lab, about her innovative product launch methods that emphasize simplicity and creativity.Brittany helps online coaches and creatives build launches that everyone wants a piece of — by turning Instagram into their hottest launch asset.She's an award-winning Social Media Manager and the creator of Instagram Launch Lab, where she teaches a show-stopping, scroll-stopping strategy that transforms casual followers into paying clients.Brittany has led organic strategy for multiple six- and seven-figure women-led brands, and created standout campaigns for names like My Muscle Chef, Royal Caribbean, and Later.Since starting her own brand in 2020, she has coached hundreds of women internationally and grown an engaged Instagram audience from scratch.Brittany is a creativity-led strategist, and the host of The One Woman Show — which debuted at #3 in the Australian Marketing Charts.Key takeaways from this episode include:Evolving Launch Strategies: Brittany shares her shift from traditional funnels to using Instagram's "Close Friends" for more relaxed audience engagement.Curated Content: Short, engaging videos allow followers to learn without feeling overwhelmed, making content digestible.Simple Launch Processes: A three-day training series can effectively foster engagement without complexity.Boosting Participation: Gamified elements and exclusivity enhance interaction rates with her audience.Soft Selling Techniques: Gradual calls to action lead participants through a nurturing process to a final offer.Feedback for Improvement: Continuous refinement of her approach based on audience reactions drives success.Brittany's success illustrates how simplifying launches can lead to substantial results. Tune in for actionable insights to elevate your launch strategy!Chapters:0:00: Introduction to a New Launch Strategy1:16: The Shift Away from Fancy Funnels5:10: Embracing Instagram Stories for Engagement9:24: Building Exclusivity with Close Friends14:58: Innovative Ways to Opt-In19:59: The Close Friends List Strategy25:59: Adapting to Changing Marketing Strategies27:14: Content Structure for Instagram Stories30:48: Educational Challenges and Takeaways38:48: Call to Action and Conversion Strategies46:55: Planning and Prep for Launch Series52:21: Wrapping Up and Resources AvailableEmail Brittany: brittany@thesocialbritify.comShe can be found on socials @thesocialbritifyThe Instagram Launch Lab: https://thesocialbritify.com/instagram-launch-labCan We Be Honest About Launching? Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/bb/podcast/can-we-be-honest-about-launching-the-campaign/id1857551172Want to grow your business with YouTube? It's a great option! Learn my strategy here: https://creatorfasttrack.com/workshop-registrationFREE Resources to Grow Your Online Business:The $100K Method Podcast Series: https://www.gillianperkins.com/the-100k-methodGrab our free course, Small Business 101: https://www.gillianperkins.com/small-business-101-free-opt-inWrite a Profit Plan for Your Business : http://gillianperkins.com/free-profit-plan Want to quit your job in the next 6-18 months with passive income from selling digital products online? Check out Startup Society.Have you already started your business, but it isn't generating consistent income? Schedule a free, 30-minute strategy session with our team to get unstuck!Work with Gillian Perkins:Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermind Get your online biz started with Startup Society: https://startupsociety.com Learn more about Gillian: https://gillianperkins.com Instagram: @GillianZPerkins
This episode contains spoilers for Age of Imprisonment!! Welcome back for another episode of The Zelda Cast! This week, Andy is off handling Metroid business now that Metroid Prime 4 has released. That leaves Al to play host, and she is joined by the podcast's Social Media Manager, Jules! We discuss Jules' overall impression of Age of Imprisonment, as well as answer some thought provoking Daily Debates. Do the comparisons to Zelda game design make us want to play Metroid Prime 4? Should the stable system return in future Zelda games? Is Calamo a response to the “Korok Space Program”? Alasyn and Jules discuss these topics and more, so come hang out! Support The Zelda Cast on Patreon! Subscribe to receive the monthly bonus show ‘The Zelda XL featuring Andy and Gooey”! Follow The Zelda Cast! The Zelda Cast (@TheZeldaCast) Andy Spiteri (@Spiteri316) Alasyn Eletha (@AlasynEletha) Twitch x Facebook x Discord x Tik-Tok x BlueSky Advertise on The Zelda Cast! See Options Here! Subscribe to The Zelda Cast! Apple Podcasts x Podbean x Spotify x iTunes x Google Podcasts x iHeart Radio x PlayerFM