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The Top Instagram Reel Tips for 2026: Why Watch Time Is the Secret to Reels Growth in 2026

Want your Instagram Reels to actually get views in 2026? You don’t need to be a video editing pro or have 100K followers. You just need a few simple strategies that increase watch time (the #1 metric Instagram is prioritizing right now). And good news: most of them take less than five minutes to implement. […]

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Keep the Weird. Lose the DIY. Get a Real Brand.

My friend, Frankie Angotti, guest wrote this post, and I know you’ll love it. In her post, she’s covering: Keep the Weird. Lost the DIY. Get a Real Brand. Be real. Be intentional. But don’t DIY your brand. There’s something beautiful about owning your weirdness, embracing your story, and letting your personality shine through your […]

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What Happens in a Social Media Audit (A Real Example for Service Providers)

If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens in a social media audit, what I look at before taking over someone’s social media, and how a little strategy can make a BIG difference in your visibility and engagement, this post is for you. 👇 I see this question all the time: “What will you do with my […]

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5 Common Objections to Hiring a Marketing Strategist or Fractional CMO (And Honest Answers That Might Surprise You)

Overview / Here’s What You’ll Learn in this post: Overview / Here’s What You’ll Learn in this post: Let me start off by addressing the elephant in the room. You may be thinking: “Can’t someone on our team just do our marketing?” I hear that phrase a lot, especially from business owners who’ve already told […]

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What Happens When You Hire a Marketing Strategist, The Real Behind‑the‑Scenes Breakdown

Before I invest in anything, especially when it comes to my business, I ALWAYS want to know: “What really happens once I sign the contract? What’s going on behind the curtain?” These are great questions to ask. And if you want hours of your time back plus a marketing strategy that actually brings in clients this […]

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5 Common Objections to Social Media Management (And Honest Answers That Might Surprise You)

Overview / Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Post: Let’s get into it… 5 Common Objections to Social Media Management Couldn’t someone on our team just do social media?” I hear that phrase a lot, especially from business owners who’ve already told me they don’t have the time to plan content or show up consistently. […]

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A question that my social media management clients ask a lot is how to use an Instagram hashtag strategy for their small business. Yes, they do! BUT the way you’re using hashtags might not be ideal. Don’t worry: in this post, I’ll break down how to create a hashtag strategy that gets more views and […]

How to use an Instagram Hashtag Strategy for Your Small Business

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Best Hallmark Christmas Movies

I’m a Hallmark Christmas junkie. Like, print-off-the-movie-schedules-and-put-them-on-the-refrigerator type junkie. What can I say? They’re good to watch on family movie night or while I work or just to have on in the background. If you’re also a #Hallmarkie, then you’re in the right place. I’m here to share 12 of the best Hallmark Christmas movies. […]

12 Must-See Hallmark Christmas Movies

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Christmas marketing ideas for small businesses

Christmas is coming! And if you’re a small business or entrepreneur, you know what that means: gearing up for the most wonderful (and the busiest) time of year. Whether it’s prepping for Small Business Saturday, thinking of social media campaigns for Black Friday, or transforming your store for the Christmas season, let me give you […]

Marketing Ideas Every Small Business Should Put Into Action This Christmas

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Madelyn Victoria holding Amy Porterfield Two Weeks Notice Book

If you’re an entrepreneur or small business, chances are you’ve heard of Amy Porterfield’s Two Weeks Notice book. I’ve followed Amy, who’s a marketing expert, for a while and recently read her book about leaving the traditional workplace and building a successful online business. I thought it might be helpful for me to do a […]

Book Review: Amy Porterfield’s Two Weeks Notice

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outside of the red lion inn in Stockbridge, MA

If you’re planning to visit New England, of course, you’ll want all the best restaurant recommendations and tips. We ate at a lot of different spots during our trip to Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts, and I consider myself a foodie at heart (or, at least a wanna-be foodie!). Keep reading to get my […]

Best Restaurants in New England

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girl looking at lower falls on kancamagus highway

A couple of weeks ago, our family flew to New England to see the fall foliage, and it was a DREAM. Everything you’ve heard about New England’s beauty and charm is true. But where are the best spots for leaf peeping? What activities should you do? What towns are good for shopping? Where should you […]

The Ultimate 7 Day Itinerary to New England in the Fall

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why your business needs a social media manager

It’s no secret that social media is expanding its reach, and because of it, social media managers are more in demand.  But have you ever wondered why this demand is growing? Quick show of hands if you’ve ever asked a co-worker or friend, “Why hire someone when I or a team member can do it?” or “What’s […]

5 Reasons Why You Need a Social Media Manager

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black and white striped fall sweater from Amazon

I’ve been seeing cute fall bucket list ideas on Pinterest, so for this post, I thought it would be fun to share what I’m reading, listening to, eating, buying, and loving.  Some of these favorites directly relate to my job as a Social Media Manager, but some I’m just sharing because I’m a fall enthusiast. […]

Cute Fall Bucket List Ideas | Recipes, Books, Clothes

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content ideas for when you don't know what to post on Instagram graphic

Ever feel unsure and overwhelmed about what to post on Instagram? Maybe, you’re staring at your Notes app, trying to come up with a caption, but the blank page taunts you instead. Or maybe, you’re scrolling through the Instagram app to see what other brands are posting, but you end up just feeling inferior and […]

30 Content Ideas for When You Don’t Know What to Post on Instagram

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Why should you care about reading a social media manager’s blog? How will it help you with your business + marketing strategy? Will I only be writing blog posts that tell you how to make your social media accounts better (spoiler alert: the answer is no—I have some really fun lifestyle content planned, too!) Keep […]

Your Guide for Success on Social Media | Spilling the Tea as a Social Media Manager

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