Season 2, Episode 26: Show Up and Be Heard In today’s episode of the podcast I discuss the significance of hashtags on Instagram, their evolving role due to algorithm changes, and practical strategies for using them effectively. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: What hashtags are and how they have changed Whether hashtags are still worth the effort Top tips for knowing which ones to use and how to use them effectively If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really app...
Nov 26, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Season 2, Episode 25: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode exploring the reasons that people hit the unfollow button on social media, whether you should care and what you can do about it. I also discuss the emotional impact of losing followers on social media and offer some reassurance that not all unfollows are negative in fact, some of them are a good thing. If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a ...
Nov 19, 2024•18 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Season 2, Episode 24: Show Up and Be Heard If I do say so myself, today's episode of the podcast is brilliant! I am chatting to the wonderful Wendy Hill, all about how to improve your focus and energy. I am so excited for you to listen to this episode, because I can't wait for Wendy's knowledge to benefit you as much as it has benefitted me. Not convinced? Let me tell you a little bit more about who Wendy is and what makes her so qualified to talk about this... Wendy is a Qualified Nutritional T...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Season 2, Episode 23: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode talking all about how to keep your social media active over the Christmas season, without sacrificing your time off. The episode is filled with practical content ideas that you can use on your socials over Christmas, as well as content creation tips, advice and strategies to help you survive the festive season on social media, ready to hit the ground running in the new year. If you enjoyed this episode or...
Nov 05, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Season 2, Episode 22: Show Up and Be Heard In this episode, I dive deep into the importance of social media engagement, discussing various metrics beyond likes and comments, and emphasising the need for both proactive and reactive engagement strategies. I also share practical tips for building meaningful connections with your audience, the significance of consistency, and how to effectively manage time spent on social media to enhance engagement without feeling overwhelmed. LINKS YOU DEFINITELY ...
Oct 29, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Season 2, Episode 21: Show Up and Be Heard I am so excited for you to listen to today's episode, where I am talking to the incredible Dominique van Werkhoven, all about embracing diversity, difference and uniqueness in business, and maintaining your own identity. We discuss personal stories, the ripple effect of seemingly small actions, and the significance of intentionality in business. Dominique also shares her experiences of running a business with her husband, the highs and lows, and the les...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Season 2, Episode 20: Show Up and Be Heard In this episode I reflect on my 5 year journey in business, sharing the key lessons I have learned along the way. These are lessons about life, mindset, and the growth that comes from being a woman in business. Also tune in to hear about the five-day flash offer for new members of The Boss Your Socials Club, which means that until midnight on 18th October 2024, you can join for just £5 for your first month instead of £24. Use the code 'five' at checkout...
Oct 15, 2024•35 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Season 2, Episode 19: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast where I answer some of the most commonly asked questions I get about social media - so get comfy and get listening! BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: Why your posts may not be seen How to get more comments on your content How much time you should be spending on social media If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whate...
Oct 08, 2024•25 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Season 2, Episode 17: Show Up and Be Heard Do you find writing captions for your social media posts tricky? Do you know what you want to say, but get in a muddle when you start to write? Or maybe you don’t even get that far and end up staring at a blank screen. Then today's episode is for you! Because I break down the simple steps to writing better social media captions, so that you can get the job done and get on with your day. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: The 3 components every soc...
Oct 01, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Season 2, Episode 18: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with Gemma Overend, all about how to feel less overwhelmed in business! Gemma and I share our top tips for being more organised and ways we have learned to better manage our time. We also chat about the significance of setting boundaries and how to stand strong with them, and prioritising personal and family life alongside business. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: What systems and tools we use to h...
Oct 01, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Season 2, Episode 16: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the fabulous Katie Cope, and we are talking all about why the world needs more women owned businesses. Katie shares with us some fascinating facts about female founders, highlighting the positive contributions they make to both society and the world and giving us all a well needed reminder of just what a rockstar we are, for running a business! We also chat about our views on the way that women are rep...
Sep 24, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Season 2, Episode 15: Show Up and Be Heard We’ve all seen the posts and reels that enthusiastically tell us ‘consistency is key’ when it comes to managing our socials. But have you ever wondered what that actually means? If you’re nodding your head then this is the podcast for you – because I’m about to dig a little deeper into the why and the where – and also give you actions to take on your own socials so that you can ensure you’re being consistent! BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: Wha...
Sep 17, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Season 2, Episode 14: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the brilliant Camilla Collins, all about self awareness, confidence and the tools we need to nail both! Camilla shares the 5 I Methodology that she created to help her clients to lead a happier and better life, and explains how it can help you too. This episode is packed full of useful tips and advice for all women, whether you are a business owner or not, so tune in and take the first step to being a ...
Sep 10, 2024•58 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Season 2, Episode 13: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode, where I share my favourite mindset shift that can help you enjoy using Instagram for your business, and give you practical tips on how to implement it. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: How to build relationships and nurture your followers How to create content that your audience need The key boundary you need to stick to on social media If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would...
Sep 03, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Season 1, Episode 12: Show Up and Be Heard In the final episode of the first season of Show Up and Be Heard, I am here to remind you to give yourself permission to slow down and stop glorifying being busy. In this episode I provide some practical tips for taking a break, because you deserve it! If you found this reminder helpful, please share it with another business owner or another mum who might need to hear it, because I know there are lots of us out there who do. LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO...
Jul 30, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Season 1, Episode 11: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with Helen Hill, from UnlikelyGenius & Be The Future. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: How embracing the title of entrepreneur has helped Helen navigate the business world and access new networks and communities. Why finding support and resources, such as accelerators and partnerships with local councils, is crucial for entrepreneurs. How being vulnerable and open about the ups and downs of runn...
Jul 23, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Season 1, Episode 10: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast dives into the magic of utilising the 'pinned posts' feature! The episode focusses specifically on Instagram, but actually most of the tips and advice in this episode will also work across the main social media platforms, as pretty much all of them allow you to pin or feature your posts in some way. So tune in to find out how you can get the most out of this feature so that you can engage your audience and convert your fol...
Jul 16, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Season 1, Episode 9: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the wonderful Lucy Critchley, from Untold Creative. In this episode Lucy shares her journey to becoming a business owner and the influence of her Mum's entrepreneurial spirit. Lucy also opens up about the unexpected loss of her Mum in March 2022, and the challenges of navigating grief whilst running a business. Lucy Critchley is the founder of Untold Creative, a creative comms agency that offers podcast...
Jul 09, 2024•54 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Season 1, Episode 8: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode all about how to use Instagram Highlights to their full potential. I explore the must-have highlights for any business, tips on making them visually appealing, and strategies to keep them fresh and engaging, so that you can turn your Instagram profile into a powerful tool for conversion, ensuring your core content stands out and attracts the right audience. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: What Ins...
Jul 02, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 8
How to create a brand for your business, with Katie Caldwell Season 1, Episode 7: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the fabulous Katie Caldwell. In this episode, we talk all about what branding actually is and how to get started with creating a brand for your own business. We also dive into why being clear on your values is so important and Katie gives some incredibly helpful tips around how you can do it yourself, if you're not in a position to outsource y...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Season 1, Episode 6: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode all about the importance of a well created Instagram bio, including some simple, actionable tips that you can go away and do right now. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: Why your Instagram bio is like your digital business card 5 simple tips that you can go away and action right now How to strike the right balance between professional and personal If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then...
Jun 18, 2024•19 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Season 1, Episode 5: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the wonderful Ange Lyons. In this episode we explore our thoughts on networking, time management, and the tools that keep our businesses organised. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: The systems we use to stay organised in business The community groups that we wouldn't be without The Customer Relationship Management tool Ange has fallen in love with Ange is a British-born East Londoner, with West ...
Jun 11, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 5
The truth about Imposter Syndrome and self-doubt, with Laura Bremner Season 1, Episode 4: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the brilliant Laura Bremner. In this episode, we talk all about the origins of imposter syndrome, and strategies for overcoming self-doubt and fear of failure. We also dive into the impact of learned responses on our behaviour, the concept of EMDR therapy and the importance of staying in our own lane in business and life. BOSS THINGS Y...
Jun 04, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Season 1, Episode 3: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode all about my BOSS Framework, that was designed to help you simplify your content, show up and be heard on your socials. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: What the framework is and how you can apply it to your business The importance of boundaries on social media and how to set them The key part of engagement on social media that you're probably forgetting If you enjoyed this episode or found it usef...
Jun 04, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Season 1, Episode 2: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is an interview with the fantastic Suzanne Frear. In this episode we chat all about what showing up in our business looks like for us, and our top tips for doing it with confidence. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: How to overcome the fears and doubts you have about showing up How to motivate yourself on the days you just don't feel like doing it The mindset shifts we have had, that has helped us to show up in our b...
Jun 04, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Season 1, Episode 1: Show Up and Be Heard Today’s episode of the podcast is a solo episode all about why it is important to show up on social media. BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN: The benefits both you and your business will get from showing up on social media Why not being on social media can raise red flags for potential clients or customers How social media can lead to customer loyalty and repeat business If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate...
Jun 04, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to Show Up and Be Heard, launching on 10th June 2024! Hosted by Becci, founder of Be Heard Socials, this show is a mix of short bite-sized episodes to help you navigate your way through marketing your small business on social media with confidence, authenticity, and balance and interviews with incredible women who are on a mission to support each other and normalise the highs and lows of being a woman, a Mum and a small business owner. So, if you want to cut through the noise and BS and ...
May 07, 2024•2 min