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Have you ever felt like you're showing up online but nothing is really clicking? Like you're doing all the things but still not seeing the results you want? 😩

I hear this from so ma...

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🎯 Are you actually paying attention to your social media insights?

If not, let’s change that.

Your insights are literally a built-in cheat sheet for success. They show you what your audience is lo...

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I might get a little side-eye for saying this, but I’m saying it anyway…

Nobody is going to remember how many followers, views, or likes you had.

They’ll remember how you made them feel.

💡 Read t...

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Let’s talk about the real secret to keeping up with social media content without burning out.

Reusing your content. Yep. I said it. Reuse. Repurpose. Repeat.♻️

If your content is high quality and ...

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I bet you’ve been thinking about “consistency” all wrong 🫣

Let’s reframe it. What if consistency meant showing up a certain number of times each week that YOU choose and that actually works for YO...

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Let’s be real, social media growth can feel super complex and a little overwhelming. And yes, even I still feel that way sometimes!

But here’s what I’ve learned: growth doesn’t have to be chaotic o...

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An important reminder for you and your business: track your progress.

It’s so easy to feel like things aren’t moving fast enough, especially with social media. Maybe you’re thinking, “Is this even...

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Organic social media growth. Such an important topic, and one I get asked about all the time!

Recently someone asked me, “How do I grow my social media following organically?” And let me tell you...

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Trying to step up your social media game but not sure where to focus? I’ve got you! 🙌🏼 Here are five of my favorite go-to tips to strengthen your strategy and boost your visibility.

1. Use the r...

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If you’ve been feeling unsure about your current social media strategy, a Brandakin Social Media Audit might be the clarity you’ve been needing.

We’ll take a deep dive into your current content, ...

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Top Ten Tips for Social Media Growth

Whether you're feeling stuck with your growth or just looking to boost your presence online, these ten tips will help give your social media the refresh it needs....

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What’s the best strategy to grow your social media following organically?

I love this question so much, especially because it includes the word organically. That’s the real secret behind lasting ...

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