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

How to Ask People to Follow You on Social Media Without Sounding Desperate content creation instagram instagramgrowth instagramtips social media social media strategy

🧲 How to Ask People to Follow You on Instagram—Without Sounding Like a Stage 5 Clinger 😉

We’ve all been there...

You’re pouring your heart into Reels, showing up in Stories, and delivering so much v...

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Content Ideas for the Social Media Action Figure Trend content creation engagement instagram instagramtips social media

In case you haven't yet seen, there's a new social media action figure trend. Using a prompt for ChatGPT's image creator, you fill in prompts to create a fun, engaging, personalized toy version of you...

April Post Ideas content creation engagement instagram social media

Here are a few April post ideas to help make your content creation a little easier.

All of these ideas can be made into reels, carousels or static posts. Just be creative in how you deliver the cont...

Why Going Viral Isn’t the Goal: What Really Builds a Successful Social Media Presence content creation instagram instagramtips social media social media strategy

This may ruffle some feathers, but let’s talk about it. 🫣

I’ve seen posts go viral for people, and guess what? That viral post didn’t automatically make their account successful. 😳

We have to rememb...

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Every Social Media Post is Like a Lottery Ticket content creation instagram instagramtips social media social media strategy

Every social media post is like a lottery ticket. The more you post, the better your chances of hitting the jackpot.

But here’s where most people go wrong👇

They post a few times, don’t see immediate re...

How to Sell More Using Instagram Stories engagement instagram instagramstories instagramtips sellingoninstagram social media social media strategy

Are you ready to make more sales?! 🤭 Then it’s time to get your Instagram Stories strategy in check! Stories are one of the most powerful tools for selling on social media. They feel more intimate, le...

Social Media Rules That Deserve Your Time content creation engagement social media social media strategy

When it comes to social media rules, I believe there are a few that absolutely deserve your time and your focus. If you start feeling overwhelmed with social media, these guides will help draw you bac...

Personified laptop computer walking with text: 2025 ins and outs from a social media strategist

2025 Ins and Outs From A Social Media Strategist engagement social media social media strategy

It's 2025 and we're talking about what's in and what's out when it comes to social media strategy. This is the year of true marketing, and doing that takes work, engagement, and storytelling.

I don't k...

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Instagram Reel Ideas for December content creation engagement instagram social media

Here are a few Instagram reel ideas December for you and your business. December is such a great month for content - have fun creating and engaging with your followers! Use these ideas to finish out t...

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How to Make Your Social Media Caption Go From Words to an Engagement Magnet captions engagement social media

Let's work through a few ways you can make your social media caption go from simple words to an engagement magnet.

Firstly, let’s not forget about the caption! You’re not making the most of it 👀.

Al...

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The Ugly Truth About Chasing Social Media Virality engagement social media

There is an ugly truth to chasing social media virality. This constant race doesn’t feel very good 😅

You know what does? Creating a connected and engaged community within your audience! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Think...

How to Utilize the New Instagram Carousel Text Feature instagram social media

Curious about how to use the new Instagram carousel text feature? Posts like these are doing so well! I’ve tried them out a few times and they get better views than my reels! 👀

Additionally, they’re ...

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