Author: Tesni Kendell

  • The new platform: Threads

    The new platform: Threads

    Just over a month ago a new social media platform called Threads launched – and it was chaos! I spent most of that first day on the app and started out asking myself how long I could get away with it before I had to get some work done. I soon realised that I was…

  • Setting yourself a challenge | ft. Angela Blanco

    Setting yourself a challenge | ft. Angela Blanco

    Consistency is key. You’ll hear many social media experts saying it – including myself. But sometimes, you need to break from your usual and challenge yourself to try something new. That’s exactly what Angela at Light Spanish has done. She challenged herself to post every day on Instagram! “It sounded crazy at first, but I…

  • LinkedIn Algorithm Update (2023)

    LinkedIn Algorithm Update (2023)

    “This isn’t Facebook!”. Have you ever seen those angry comments on LinkedIn? Most small business owners that I’ve talked to about it have actually enjoyed seeing more personal posts on their feeds – and so have I. Unfortunately, those who disagree have apparently shouted louder and LinkedIn has responded to them with an update to…

  • Why bother with Social Media | ft. Sharon Parry

    Why bother with Social Media | ft. Sharon Parry

    Social media is a necessary evil. I’ve lost count of the number of small business owners who’ve told me that, and I get it. You didn’t start your business to worry about the algorithms and engagement rates. But did you know that 57% of internet users turn to social media to research products? I love…

  • How and why to create Reels

    How and why to create Reels

    Posting Reels is probably the number one thing that small business owners ask me about. And, I’ll be honest with you, Reels are my least favourite type of content to create – but it is worth it, I promise! The benefit of Reels Each part of Instagram has its own algorithm. If people are scrolling…

  • Scheduling your posts | ft. Michelle Webster

    Scheduling your posts | ft. Michelle Webster

    Do you ever get that nagging thought at the back of your mind reminding you that you haven’t posted for a while? The less consistent you are, the more difficult it is for you to think of what to post about, isn’t it? Scheduling your posts in advance can help take that pressure off yourself!…

  • Are your posts aimed at the right people?

    Are your posts aimed at the right people?

    I’m often surprised when my dad says that he found one of my posts really interesting because I forget that although he’s not my target audience, he might still see some of my posts. Creating posts for a small business can give a weird feeling that nobody and everybody is watching – so who are…

  • How to repurpose your posts

    How to repurpose your posts

    Repurposing content can be a very powerful social media marketing hack. Done well, it can save you a lot of time and effort. Unfortunately, there’s a fine line between repurposing and repeating yourself. The last thing you want to do is drive potential clients away by being ‘boring’. How to repurpose your posts When you’re…

  • Be the face of your brand | ft. Sarah White

    Be the face of your brand | ft. Sarah White

    Being a small business owner often means competing with huge companies. People choose to do business with us, even though it can be more expensive, because they receive a more caring and personal service. What makes our small businesses great is us, and that’s something that should come across in our marketing. I’ve had a…

  • Overcoming the fear of being on camera | ft. Sarah Fish

    Overcoming the fear of being on camera | ft. Sarah Fish

    For many, myself included, talking to the camera, recording ourselves or even taking selfies isn’t always easy. I have a fear of public speaking, but I’d much rather introduce myself at a networking event than press record and talk to the image of myself on a screen. However, it is something I’m working on. I’ve…