Learn how I deprioritised social media in my business plus tips on how to focus your energy on marketing your business in other ways. Grow the slow, gentle and profitable business you crave.
Category: social media
One year later: reflections on 16 months without social media
I left Instagram in October 2021. Although leaving was something I stumbled into, I had been preparing my business for it for a while. In this post, I’ll look back at what happened before I left social media, how I prepared my business for it, and the impact it had on my business.
using social media in your small business: a blog conversation with Jo Dymock of Ochre and Flax
One of my key values is community: I love connecting with other small business owners and get inspired by how they run their businesses and live their lives. Before the summer I reached out to Jo Dymock of Ochre&Flax, which sells candles, stationary and more to help you add more slow and self care to…… Continue reading using social media in your small business: a blog conversation with Jo Dymock of Ochre and Flax
the marketing strategy that works for me in 2022
In mid-2021 I wrote a few posts about my marketing strategy and ecosystem. Since then I’ve made a few changes that make me feel even better in my business. I left Instagram, am writing more newsletters and am really investing in using my network and community. In this post I’ll share more about my marketing…… Continue reading the marketing strategy that works for me in 2022
what happened to my business when I left social media
In October 2021 I took a break from Instagram. I had just launched my business boundaries that feel good guide, and felt tired. I was tired of feeling like I needed to be ‘on’ all the time. I also really disliked how scrolling Instagram made me feel. I enjoyed catching up with friends, but those…… Continue reading what happened to my business when I left social media
how to trust yourself as a business owner (and human)
As a business owner, you get to set the rules. Hurrah, freedom! But, after a lifetime of being told what to do and when to do it at school and work, figuring out what your rules are going to be can be hard. In this post I share some strategies to learn to trust yourself…… Continue reading how to trust yourself as a business owner (and human)
why I’m taking a break from social media in my business
Over the past year, the role of social media in my business has changed a lot. I’ve become very clear on the role it plays in my business (more sharing, less selling), and feel good about it. Nonetheless, I’ve decided to take a break from social media, in particular Instagram, this Autumn. I’m increasingly craving…… Continue reading why I’m taking a break from social media in my business