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Social media tips, insights and how-tos from Emily Avdem Nelson.

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Stuck in 200 View Jail? social media strategy social media tips social media troubleshooting

Feeling stuck in 200 view jail?
You're not being shadowbanned. You're not cursed by the algorithm gods.
Your content just isn’t landing — and here’s why:

Reason #1: You're overthinking every caption....

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Here's the number one social media strategy most people cannot do: you don’t need to go viral. You need to stay visible. 👀

Let’s talk about something a lot of business owners don’t want to admit…

Yo...

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Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about social media strategy.

And like so many things in business, hindsight really is 20/20. If I could go back and change one thing about my early social media...

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Social Media Content That Adds Value content creation social media strategy social media tips

If you're posting on Instagram (or any platform), you want to make sure you're not just showing up, you’re adding value.

Your content should do something for your audience. Whether that’s hel...

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Here’s your friendly reminder: you do not have to create brand new content every single day.

One of the biggest secrets to staying consistent on social media without burning out is repurposing yo...

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Ready to grow on social media without the stress spiral? I got you.

Social media can be an amazing growth tool for your business—but only if it’s rooted in the right strategy. I know how tempting...

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Writing engaging captions for your social media posts is super important. Your captions do more than just explain what’s in the photo or video, they help people connect with you, understand what y...

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Ultimate Guide to July Social Media Content Calendar: Engage Your Audience Like Never Before! july content ideas marketing tips social media social media calendar social media strategy

If you're looking for social media post ideas for July, I’ve got a list that’s going to save you time and spark engagement. These content ideas are easy to customize, fun to create, and designed to...

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Six Types of Social Media Content content creation social media social media strategy

Feeling stuck with what to post on social media😩 You’re not the only one! Running a business solo or juggling a team can make content creation feel so overwhelming.

Here’s the thing, showing up on...

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April Social Media Content Ideas content creation social media social media strategy

Need help with what to post this month? I’ve got you!

Whether you're planning ahead or posting as you go, these April content ideas are here to make your life easier. They're simple to custom...

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Not sure what to post this month? Let me take that stress off your plate.🙌🏼

Here’s a few strategic + seasonal content ideas that are so easy to personalize! Whether you’re booking clients, building...

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Want to Actually Make Money from Instagram? Read This. 💰

If you’re putting in time and energy on Instagram and wondering why it’s not translating into actual income — you’re not alone. A lot of busin...

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