Strut It: Bold Visibility through Instagram Marketing

Send us Fan Mail I am so excited for today’s conversation because it is one of my favorite kinds of episodes to record: a real, honest client success story told by the person who lived it. I am sitting down with Talia Schneiderman, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, Meisner-trained actress and acting teacher turned creative identity mentor, millennial mom of two, and someone who has spent the last 12 months in private mentorship with me building her coaching business from the ground up. And I m...

Send us Fan Mail I am sitting down with Keenya Kelly, a video and social media strategist who turned short-form video marketing into a seven-figure business. Keenya has helped over 10,000 entrepreneurs build brands on TikTok and Instagram, she has spoken on stages at Fortune 500 events and entrepreneurial summits, and she is one of the most energetic and knowledgeable people I know when it comes to making real money from short-form video content. Today we are talking specifically about TikTok...

Send us Fan Mail Are you still telling people to click the link in your bio? Or maybe you are dropping your full URL into your caption? No judgment, but there is a much easier way to share your most important links with your audience. Today I am showing you how I leverage DM automation to turn Instagram comments and interactions into leads and sales. And I have a pretty freaking fabulous birthday surprise waiting for you at the end of today's episode. You are not going to want to miss i...

Send us Fan Mail Last week I kicked off this two-part series on the key to making money on Instagram by walking you through why most business owners are missing a clear path from their content to their offer. Today I am pulling back the curtain on the exact Instagram sales funnel I have used to build two six-figure businesses without spending a single dollar on paid ads. I am going to show you what this funnel looks like in practice, how to build it for your specific business, and what ...

Send us Fan Mail I want to talk about something that I think is one of the most misunderstood parts of Instagram marketing for small business owners. People come to me all the time saying: I am posting, I have a great offer, I know my audience, so why is Instagram not making me any money? And what I have found, after coaching hundreds of business owners, is that the answer is almost never what they expect. It is not a better hook. It is not more reels. It is not a new trending audio. It is al...

Send us Fan Mail If you have ever wondered whether you are ready to run Meta ads, or whether ads are going to save your business or just speed up your losses, today's episode is for you. I am sitting down with Jenn Possick, known as The Ads Maven, a Facebook and Instagram ads strategist who has been in this space since 2015. She has helped hundreds of coaches, course creators, and service-based business owners grow their email lists, fuel their launches, and attract more clients using paid ad...

Send us Fan Mail If you have been using AI to create content and it still is not converting into sales, you are not alone and you are not doing it wrong. You are just missing one crucial ingredient. Today I am sitting down with Molly Mahoney, known as The Prepared Performer, a digital marketing strategist who launched the world's first AI-focused content membership back in 2021, long before AI became everyone's favorite buzzword. She has built a seven-figure business entirely on organic conte...

Send us Fan Mail Today is a special episode. I am celebrating 16 years in business and I want to do something a little different. Instead of teaching you a strategy or walking you through a framework, I want to sit down with you the way I would sit down with a good friend over coffee and share the things I know now that I wish I had known sooner. The lessons that changed my business, my mindset, and honestly my life. We are talking about Instagram, we are talking about coaching, we are talkin...

Send us Fan Mail Today I want to answer the question every entrepreneur quietly asks themselves: can I actually do this? I am introducing you to my Hot Reels graduate, Dani Alvarez. When Dani first joined Hot Reels, she did not know how to make a reel. She was not comfortable on camera. She did not know what a trending audio was, and she seriously questioned whether Instagram was ever going to work for her business. Fast forward one year later: she had grown her audience from around 1,800 to ...

Send us Fan Mail If I could wave a magic wand right now and give you one of two things: tomorrow morning you wake up and your Instagram account has 50,000 new followers, or tomorrow morning you wake up with an additional $100,000 in revenue for your business. Which one would you choose? Today I am sharing two stories that illustrate exactly what I mean, and I am answering the question every business owner is really asking: how does Instagram actually make me money? WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN ...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever spent 20 minutes writing the perfect Instagram caption, carefully choosing every word, making sure you sounded knowledgeable, only to post it and hear crickets? Then five minutes later, someone posts a reel that feels almost ridiculously simple, and somehow it takes off. People are commenting, sharing it, booking with them. And you find yourself wondering: how is that content outperforming mine? Mine is so much more valuable. After coaching hundreds ...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever looked at your Instagram and thought — I'm doing everything I'm supposed to do. I'm posting consistently, I'm showing my face, I'm making reels. People even comment that my content is helpful. So why isn't anyone actually converting into a paying client or customer? If that's you, you're not crazy and you're not alone. Today I want to challenge one of the biggest misconceptions floating around the online business world: that if you just create enough content, th...

Send us Fan Mail If you posted content consistently for five straight months and your follower count barely moved, would you keep going? Would you keep showing up every week if it felt like nobody was watching? Today I'm sharing the story of one of my Hot Reels clients who did exactly that. She joined my program with about 2,500 followers and a totally dormant account she hadn't posted on for years. She spent the first few months of Hot Reels wondering if any of it was working. By the end of ...

Send us Fan Mail I am so excited to bring on one of the leading Instagram strategists for business owners — Michelle Gifford. She helps six and seven-figure brands grow their audience, sell out their offers, and generate real revenue through Instagram. She's also a coach, agency owner, podcast host of The Social Strategist, and a mother of five proving every day that it's possible to build a thriving business without sacrificing what matters most. When I invited Michelle onto the show, ...

Send us Fan Mail Today I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing seven ways I've been using AI behind the scenes every single week to market my business, generate leads, increase sales, and save hours of work. Because when I'm learning a new tool or strategy, I don't just want the theory. I want to see how someone is actually using it inside a real business. This is the final episode of our four-part AI series, and it's the most practical one yet. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 00:44 Serie...

Send us Fan Mail Today I'm sharing something that sounds a little boring on paper but has changed everything about how I use AI. It's not a funnel, it's not a sales page, and it's not a complex system. It's a single living document. And it has become one of the most valuable marketing assets I've built in the last two years. If you've ever felt like AI gives you generic, forgettable content, this episode is going to show you exactly why that's happening and what to fix in your strategy moving...

Send us Fan Mail Every reel, every caption, every time you show your face on camera — you're building something you can't fully see yet. You never know where all of this will lead until you get into action and start finding your voice. This is part two of my four-part series on how to use AI to market and grow your business on social media without losing what makes you you. Last week I covered the three biggest AI mistakes small business owners make. Today I'm diving into the four things AI a...

Send us Fan Mail Instagram is filling up with AI-generated content. And as more small business owners and creators start using these tools, one thing is becoming really clear — everyone is starting to sound the same. So how do you use AI effectively without losing what makes you you? That's exactly what we're tackling today. This is part one of a four-part series on how to use AI in your marketing as a small business owner. We're going back to the basics, laying the right foundation, helping ...

Send us Fan Mail I am sitting down with Austin Armstrong, author of Virality, keynote speaker, founder of Syllaby AI, and someone who has generated billions of views across social media through short-form video strategy. We talked about what's actually working on Instagram in 2026 including how Austin uses trial reels to test content, his strategy for repurposing videos across platforms, and why collaborations are still one of the fastest ways to grow your audience organically. Bu...

Send us Fan Mail Today I'm pulling back the curtain on how I'm using AI in my business to reverse engineer viral hook formulas, generate stronger content ideas, and speed up my content creation process without losing personality or authenticity in my marketing. This is part three of our hooks and messaging mini series, and it might just be the most practical episode of the bunch. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 01:43 Why this hook series has been about so much more than just text on scree...

Send us Fan Mail You already know that strong hooks are one of the biggest things separating content that gets ignored from content that gets watched, shared, and remembered. But today I want to take this a step deeper because most business owners think a hook is only the text at the beginning of a reel. And honestly, that's just one piece of it. There are actually four different places you can hook someone inside of one piece of content. And once you understand this, you'll start seeing vira...

Send us Fan Mail If your brain feels a little overloaded right now, you are absolutely not alone. So many business owners are trying to keep up with content, trends, and algorithms while also running their actual business, life, and family. And I think a lot of us are over-complicating Instagram. This is part one of a mini series on hooks, messaging, and what's working on Instagram right now. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE 01:46 How speaking at Social Media Marketing World in Anaheim and t...

Send us Fan Mail We made it to part three of our three-part mini series on underrated Instagram growth strategies for 2026 and I saved two of my absolute favorites for last. In Part 1 we talked about growing without posting more. In Part 2 we covered how to create content that spreads. Today we're talking about how to get your brand in front of an entirely new audience — one strategy happening on Instagram and one happening completely off the app. These are two of the most overlooked gr...

Send us Fan Mail Last week we talked about how to grow your account without posting more — strategic commenting, leveraging your warm audience, and repurposing your content. Today we're going deeper into the content itself. If your posts are consistent but not getting shared, reposted, or reaching new people, this episode is going to be a game changer. I'm sharing three strategies, including a newer Instagram feature you should absolutely be using and a simple tool that turns the content you'...

Send us Fan Mail This episode kicks off a brand new three-part mini series all about underrated Instagram growth strategies that are working right now for small businesses and marketers who want to get seen and paid. Over the course of this series, I'm teaching you eight different strategies. My encouragement is to pick one or two that feel aligned, test them, and build from there. Let's grow sustainably, not frantically. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 03:38 Strategy 1: Strategic commenti...

Send us Fan Mail I'm sitting down with one of my beloved Hot Reels clients, Christa Rypins — a chronic pain relief specialist, Franklin Method practitioner, and former professional figure skater — to pull back the curtain on her incredible transformation. When Christa first came into Hot Reels, she was dealing with deep resistance to showing up online. Marketing her business felt emotionally overwhelming and, at times, completely shut her down. Now? She's signing clients directly from h...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve been struggling to show up consistently on Instagram, this episode reveals the real reason why—and it’s not your strategy! I'm breaking down the hidden visibility block that keeps business owners stuck, overthinking, and invisible: imposter syndrome. You’ll learn how this shows up in your content, why it has nothing to do with your capability, and how to move through it so you can finally post with confidence, get seen, and get paid. What You’ll Learn in This Episod...

Send us Fan Mail If you think TikTok is just dancing and trends, this episode will change how you see the platform. In this conversation, Mike Yanda breaks down how coaches, consultants, and service providers are using TikTok to generate real revenue. He shares the exact content strategy and simple funnel that helped one client generate over $75,000 in a single month. This is about building a system that converts TikTok views into clients. PS: Mike and I met because we are both sp...

Send us Fan Mail If your Instagram bio isn’t turning profile visitors into followers or clients, this episode is your fix. In this solo episode, you’ll learn exactly how to transform your bio into a 24/7 conversion tool using a simple AI prompt you can implement today. You can have viral content—but if your bio doesn’t convert, you’re losing clients every day. This episode walks you step-by-step through the exact prompt, structure, and strategy to fix it fast. What You’ll Learn in This Episod...

Send us Fan Mail Can Instagram actually lead to high-ticket clients without cold DMs or complicated funnels? In this episode of Strut It, I sit down with private client Dr. Amber Parks to break down exactly how she signed an almost $12,000 client using a simple organic Instagram strategy and a masterclass she launched in just two weeks. This is a real behind-the-scenes look at what changed—from unclear messaging and stagnant growth to a clear niche, stronger content, and a sales process that ...

Send us Fan Mail Today I’m joined by Instagram strategist Brock Johnson, and we go deep into the systems, workflows, and mindset that allow him to create hundreds of pieces of content each month while still running a full business. Brock shares how he batches content, how he separates idea generation from filming and editing, and how he decides what to delegate to his team. We also explore how Instagram content actually connects to leads and sales, including the different roles Reels and Stor...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” on Instagram and still seeing no growth? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own journey. I spent over a year stuck at 1,000 followers while posting reels every single day with almost no traction. Eventually, five specific shifts completely changed the trajectory of my growth. Those same shifts helped me grow my personal brand to over 35,000 followers, scale my brick-and-mortar dance studio account to mor...

Send us Fan Mail Two weeks ago, I shared a trial reels strategy that was working beautifully. In real time, Instagram adjusted. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what changed, what it means for your content, and how to adapt without spiraling. I’m also answering your questions straight from my DMs, including how to know if a trial reel is actually performing well and how to duplicate content the right way. But this episode is bigger than a feature update. I’m sharing a powerful lesso...

Send us Fan Mail I sat down with YouTube marketing strategist Jamar Diggs to talk about how coaches, consultants, and service providers can use long-form video as a strategic top-of-funnel engine. This is not about going viral. This is about visibility that converts. Jamar breaks down the difference between content created for views and content created for leads. He shares how to build an organic YouTube funnel. We also talk about how YouTube and Instagram can work together to build trust fas...

Send us Fan Mail Instagram is shifting again, and I’m breaking down exactly what you need to know so your content performs and converts. In this short, actionable episode, I’m sharing three key updates that can directly impact your reach, engagement, and sales: • A smarter way to use Trial Reels without killing your momentum • The new hashtag limit and what actually matters now • A simple authenticity shift that could completely change your results What You’ll Learn 01:40 - How Tr...

Send us Fan Mail Showing up online can feel vulnerable, awkward, and emotionally exhausting. If you have ever questioned your confidence, your relevance, or whether social media is even worth it anymore, this episode is for you. In this conversation, I’m joined by Chelsea Peitz, keynote speaker, author, and one of the most thoughtful voices in personal branding and human-centered marketing. We talk about why visibility feels so uncomfortable, what is actually happening in your brain when you ...

Send us Fan Mail Instagram does not need to feel chaotic anymore. In this final episode of my 2026 Instagram trends series, I bring everything together. I share a grounded roadmap for building a sustainable Instagram strategy that drives visibility, trust, and sales without burnout. I walk you through what to stop doing, what to focus on instead, and how to create content that actually supports your business goals in 2026. What You’ll Learn in This Episode 00:00 – Why Instag...

Send us Fan Mail Getting views does not guarantee sales. I see this every single day. In 2026, trust matters more than ever. In this episode, I break down what actually turns followers into paying clients. I explain the trust recession. I show you the difference between attention and connection. I teach you the three specific areas where depth drives real revenue. You’ll Learn: 00:00 – Why attention and sales are two different things 01:20 – Why most content does not connect...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk about how to stand out without burning out. We cover the shift away from generic content. We explore the rise of story-driven and mission-led marketing. We talk about how to grow your visibility in a way that feels human, sustainable, and aligned with your real life. You will learn why playing the long game matters. You will learn how to use storytelling to stand out in a crowded market. You will learn how to use AI as a strategic partner instead of a...

Send us Fan Mail Instagram feels harder than it used to. Your views might be down. Your reach might feel inconsistent. Your content might feel like it is disappearing into the void. This is not your fault. In this Strut It episode, I kick off a four part series on Instagram Marketing Trends and Predictions for 2026. I break down what is actually happening on the platform using real data from two massive studies that analyzed more than 44 million posts and nearly 2 million accounts. You will l...

Send us Fan Mail Marketing in 2026 looks nothing like it did even a few years ago. The traditional funnel assumes people move in a straight line from awareness to purchase. That assumption no longer holds. In this Strut It episode, I sit down with internationally known marketing consultant, speaker, and educator Becca Pountney. Becca works primarily in the wedding industry, but her strategies apply to every business and every niche. We unpack why attention is harder to earn, why trust is hard...

Send us Fan Mail As 2025 comes to a close, I pause to reflect on what this year truly taught me about business, visibility, and growth. Instead of another strategy-heavy episode, I share five unexpected lessons that reshaped how I think about success, consistency, and confidence as a business owner and leader. These lessons did not come from viral moments or overnight wins. They came from staying in the game, planting seeds, and learning how trust, safety, and clarity compound over time. My h...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever finished a full workday feeling exhausted but unsure what you actually accomplished? In this episode of Strut It, I sit down with Kelly Leardon, certified Director of Operations and founder of Walk Like Warriors. We talk about why traditional time management systems fail entrepreneurs and what actually works instead. Kelly breaks down her signature approach to theming your week, building rhythms that support focus, and reducing the mental load that keeps busines...

Send us Fan Mail If your Instagram growth feels stuck or you are posting without a clear direction, this episode gives you clarity fast. I break down the five Instagram growth hacks that are helping small business owners grow their accounts, tighten their messaging, and get more eyes on their work. Each strategy is simple. Each strategy is doable. Each strategy is relevant to your 2026 plan. I also share how these principles work inside Hot Reels, my high-touch content lab for business owners...

Send us Fan Mail Most people lose their ideal audience in the first two seconds of a video. That tiny moment determines whether someone keeps scrolling or thinks this message is for me. If your content feels ignored or flat, the issue usually starts with your hook. If you want stronger engagement, better watch time, and more qualified leads from your content, this episode gives you the exact tools to make that shift. What You’ll Learn [00:00] Why the first two seconds decide whether your cont...

Send us Fan Mail What if one year from now you could double your prices, expand your brand, grow your Instagram from under 2,000 followers to more than 22,000, and add more than $100,000 in revenue to your business. That is exactly what happened for my client, Dani Alvarez. When Dani and I first met, she was a homeschooling mom of three running a small farm in Northern Colorado and posting the occasional photo on Instagram. She did not know how to post a reel. She felt stuck and overwhelmed. ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I go deeper into the visibility work we started last week. I explore two blocks that show up for every entrepreneur I know: imposter syndrome and perfectionism. These patterns often present as hesitation, overthinking, procrastination, or feeling like you need everything perfect before you show up online. I share how they show up in life and business, how they have shown up in my own journey, and how you can move forward with confidence even when doubts and f...

Send us Fan Mail If people do not know you exist, they will not buy from you. It sounds simple, but visibility requires more than hitting publish on a post. It requires you to show up as your real self. It requires you to let your audience connect with your humanity. That means being honest. It means being a little messy in public. And that is where the fear kicks in. In this week’s episode, I share the first two visibility blocks that keep entrepreneurs stuck, silent, or overthinking every w...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m talking with Anthony Lambatos, owner of Footers Catering and founder of MIBE (Make It Better Every Day), a leadership and culture organization helping people build heart-led, people-first businesses. Anthony and his wife April have quadrupled their company’s revenue, achieved 50% higher employee retention than the industry average, and earned Best Places to Work honors eight years in a row. But the real story is how they did it, through heart leadership. We unp...

Send us Fan Mail If your content isn’t converting, it’s not your strategy, it’s your messaging. In this Strut It episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest shifts we’re seeing on Instagram right now: moving from generic to personal and specific content. The truth is, broad, how-to posts like “5 Ways to Grow Your Instagram” no longer perform. What’s working now are personalized, story-driven posts that speak directly to your ideal clients. What You’ll Learn [01:06] The biggest content shift...

Send us Fan Mail If your content isn’t converting, it’s probably not because you need a new strategy, it’s because your messaging isn’t connecting. In this episode of Strut It, I’m joined by marketing expert and wedding business strategist Heidi Thompson, the founder of Evolve Your Wedding Business and author of Clone Your Best Clients. Heidi breaks down exactly how to uncover what your audience really wants, thinks, and feels so you can write content that actually converts. Whether you’re a ...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever spent hours creating a reel you thought would crush it, only for it to flop, this episode is for you. I’m pulling back the curtain on one of my favorite Instagram growth hacks: trial reels. This is the exact method I use (and teach my clients) to A/B test hooks and uncover what kind of messaging actually stops the scroll, grabs attention, and converts. I’ll also share how one of my clients tested three versions of the same reel and tripled her views just by twe...

Send us Fan Mail People buy people, not products. That’s why your story isn’t just a “nice to have”; it’s the heartbeat of your visibility strategy. Today you’ll learn the art and strategy of storytelling, how to share your truth in a way that connects, inspires, and builds trust on Instagram. I even take you behind the scenes of my own story—my life as an actual showgirl (yes, with feathers and rhinestones!) — and what it taught me about visibility, perfectionism, and finding confidence in a...

Send us Fan Mail AI is here to stay, and it’s already reshaping the way we work and lead. But here’s the truth: most people are only scratching the surface, treating AI like a glorified Google search or copy assistant. That’s why I invited Geoff Woods, author of The AI Driven Leader and former VP of The One Thing to join me on the podcast. Geoff shares how small business owners, marketers, and leaders can use AI to think more strategically, accelerate growth, and step outside the box. You’ll ...

Send us Fan Mail You’ve got followers, you’re posting consistently, and people are engaging with your content. But here’s the million-dollar question: are those followers actually becoming paying clients? I’m teaching you how to build an Instagram sales funnel that turns engagement into revenue. You’ll learn how to design a clear customer journey, use lead magnets to grow your email list, and set up automations that nurture your audience while you sleep. Plus, I’m sharing my exact CRIT framew...

Send us Fan Mail You could have the perfect Instagram bio and a solid content plan, but if you’re not creating the right type of content, you’re basically invisible. That’s why in part three of my five-part AI Instagram series, I’m showing you the ONE format that’s still getting the most reach and engagement on Instagram right now: Reels. You’ll learn why Reels remain the fastest way to grow your audience, how to structure them for maximum impact, and how to use AI tools like ChatGPT (or my n...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like you’re throwing spaghetti at the wall with your Instagram content, this episode is for you. In part two of my five-part AI series, I’m breaking down how to create a client-centered content strategy that sells, without overcomplicating it. You’ll learn the one thing that separates content that converts from content that gets ignored, why messaging is everything, and how to use the CRIT framework to generate client-focused ideas. Plus, I’m introducing y...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever opened ChatGPT and thought, “What the heck do I even ask it?” this episode is for you. Welcome to part one of my five-part AI series where we’re diving into how to actually leverage AI tools like ChatGPT to grow your business on Instagram (and beyond). I’m teaching you how to optimize your Instagram bio so it does the heavy lifting for you—turning profile visitors into followers, leads, and clients. I’ll also introduce you to the CRIT framework from Jeff Woods ...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever wanted to show up on Instagram but found yourself paralyzed by “what should I post today?”, you are not alone. Even seasoned creators get stuck in overthinking, comparison, or falling out of rhythm. You’ll learn how to differentiate between internal intentions (like practicing being on camera, finding your voice, or building the habit of consistency) and external intentions (like growing your waitlist, deepening connections, or driving sales). Once you know wha...

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like showing up on camera or taking the stage was just too much, today’s episode is going to light a fire under you. I’m joined by the incredible Renee Dallo — founder of Moxie Bright Events, keynote speaker, coach, and all-around powerhouse who knows a thing or two about creating bold visibility. Renee went from actor to wedding planner to international speaker, and she’s sharing the exact mindset shifts and practical tips that have helped her speak...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re posting Reels without seeing growth, you’re not alone. Reels are still the #1 driver of reach on Instagram, but most business owners are missing a few key steps that make the difference between content that falls flat and content that attracts clients. I’m walking you through the three non-negotiable steps to creating Instagram Reels that grow your business. You’ll also hear how the newest Instagram updates—Trial Reels, reposts, and deeper analytics—impact your stra...

Send us Fan Mail If you're tired of creating content that goes unseen, this one’s for you. With Instagram posts now showing up on Google (yes, that’s a thing), it’s never been more important to use the right keywords. But what does that actually mean? In this quick-hit solo episode, I’ll walk you through a simple, actionable strategy for discovering what your ideal clients are already searching for, and how to use those exact words in your content. What You’ll Learn: [04:46] Why keyword...

Send us Fan Mail If you want to grow on Instagram or TikTok, your content has to be shareable, and that starts with better storytelling. Today I’m sitting down with Britney Crossan, queen of scroll-stopping, story-first content. Britney grew her following by over 57,000 people in less than a year using the exact storytelling techniques we talk about in this episode. We break down how to structure your short-form videos, what kinds of stories hook people immediately, how to move past perfectio...

Send us Fan Mail Today I’m calling out the single biggest mistake that’s keeping your Instagram stuck: treating your account like a glossy portfolio instead of starting real conversations. I know this mistake well because I made it, too. Once I shifted my content to speak in the language of my dream client, everything changed, my reels popped off, my audience grew fast, and my content finally converted into leads and sales. What You’ll Learn: [05:11] The #1 mistake that keeps your feed ...

Send us Fan Mail This month, Instagram dropped a game-changing update: your content can now appear directly in Google search results. What does that mean for your small business? More visibilityA longer shelf life for your postsAnd a brand-new, organic traffic channel that doesn’t rely on the algorithm alone.I’m walking you through why this matters, how to take advantage of it right now, and five practical steps to fully optimize your Instagram for search, including how to find your best keyw...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re still telling people to “click the link in bio,” it’s time to upgrade your Instagram strategy. I’m joined by Heston Roberts, a true wizard when it comes to building DM automations that actually move people from your Instagram content into your email list (and eventually, into paying clients). We go beyond the basics: how DM automation reduces friction, why it can outperform link-in-bio by 60% or more, how to keep things personal and scalable, and what common mistake...

Send us Fan Mail Still relying on “click the link in my bio”? There’s a better way. I’m breaking down how to use DM automation to grow your email list, increase engagement, and drive leads from your Instagram content, all without being glued to your phone. You’ll learn why this strategy works better than traditional link-in-bio methods, how I use it in both of my businesses, and exactly how to get started (even if you’ve never heard of ManyChat before). What You’ll Learn: [04:48] Why “link in...

Send us Fan Mail Reels are still your best friend in 2025 when it comes to reach, impressions, and visibility on Instagram, and I’ve got the stats to prove it. In this final episode of our 3-part growth hacks series, I’m walking you through exactly how to make Reels work for you and your brand, even if you feel awkward on camera. I’m sharing how to reverse engineer Reels to plug directly into your sales funnel, the one thing Reels do better than any other format, and why short-form storytelli...

Send us Fan Mail If your Instagram growth has stalled or you’re creating content that no one’s seeing, this episode is for you. In part two of our three-part growth series, I’m breaking down five underused Instagram strategies that are working right now in 2025 — including the truth about collabs, remix reels, outbound engagement, and how to use your platforms to boost IG followers (without sounding desperate). What You’ll Learn: [01:52] Why collaboration is still one of the fastest way...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part One of my three-part mini-series on Instagram growth hacks that work right now in 2025. Instagram has changed a lot since I first recorded this episode last August, from new features like trial reels to essential updates in strategy and messaging. We’re kicking things off with a back-to-basics reminder of what’s still working, plus new insights to help you grow faster and more strategically. If you’ve been frustrated with slow growth or content that’s no...

Send us Fan Mail Sure, Instagram strategy matters, but what about the energy behind the content? This week, we're hitting pause on the tutorials and getting real about the inner work and journey behind my biggest visibility win: Getting invited to speak on the Social Media Marketing Podcast hosted by Michael Stelzner. This didn’t happen by chance. It happened because I became the version of myself who could handle it, and I’m teaching you the exact 3 steps I followed so you can start ma...

Send us Fan Mail Trying to “keep up” on Instagram can feel exhausting. But what if you didn’t need to post daily to grow? What if there were a way to turn your content into real connections and real sales, without being chained to your phone? I’m joined by Shannon McKinstrie, founder of Boutique Social and co-host of the Good Content podcast. Shannon is a social media strategist who helps small business owners build strong, profitable content funnels that start with Instagram. We talk about: ...

Send us Fan Mail This is the final episode of our 5-part AI series, and I’m bringing it all home with the REAL framework. My go-to system for using ChatGPT as a true business partner. REAL stands for Recognize, Express, Assign, and Lead, and it’s the workflow that’s helped me finally stop treating AI like a tool and start using it like a teammate. If you’ve ever felt like AI was generic, clunky, or not quite helpful, this system will change that. We’ll cover: How to organize your prompts with...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 4 of the AI for Business Series! If ChatGPT has ever given you bland, robotic content that feels like it missed the mark, this episode is going to change everything. Introducing the CRIT Framework, a brilliant prompting system created by AI expert Geoff Woods, and walks you through how to use it to train ChatGPT like a team member who gets your brand, voice, and goals. You’ll learn: Why generic prompts are setting you up for failureThe secret to prompting Chat...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 3 of the AI for Business Series! This week, I’m sharing 10 behind-the-scenes ways I secretly use ChatGPT to run both of my businesses (and keep my sanity intact). We’re going beyond surface-level prompts and diving into how I use AI as a strategic thought partner, not just a task assistant. I’m covering: How I use ChatGPT to write, script, and repurpose my podcast into weekly contentThe surprising way I use it to set boundaries without sounding bitchyHow...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 2 of the ChatGPT for Business Series! I’m pulling back the curtain on the biggest mistakes I see business owners make with AI-generated content, and how to finally get content that’s clear, aligned, and sounds like you. In this episode, I’m diving into: Why most people get robotic, generic AI results (and how to stop it)How to “seed” ChatGPT with your brand voice, offers, and dream clientsMy 5-question brand voice exercise to help you train AI like a team memb...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 1 of the ChatGPT for Business Series! This week, I’m revealing how I use AI to save 10+ hours per week while creating high-converting Instagram content and running two businesses. We’re getting into: What ChatGPT is and how it works (without the tech confusion)The real reason so many business owners are avoiding or misusing AICommon fears and misconceptions holding entrepreneurs backMy honest story of hiring an AI coach and how it changed my workflow foreverTh...

Send us Fan Mail I’m joined by one of my Hot Reels students, Asli Wade, a wildly creative Etsy shop owner who took her Instagram from 2,500 followers to over 40,000 in just seven months—all through organic content. We’re diving into the truth behind what it takes to grow on Instagram in a way that actually feels aligned. From her remix strategy that brought in 19,000 new followers to the trial reels that helped her test her messaging without fear, Asli is sharing it all. If you’re in that e...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 4 of the Viral Videos for Business Series! Today, I’m walking you through an original piece of content that exploded to over 1.3 million views on Instagram. No remix. No trending audio. Just strategic content that worked. I’m breaking down: - How this viral video combined emotion, entertainment, and education - The on-screen text strategy that kept people watching to the end - How to prompt engagement in your videos to spark shares and comments - W...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 3 of the Viral Videos for Business Series. This week, I’m revealing the strategy behind a LinkedIn video that skyrocketed to 1 million+ views. Unlike Instagram Reels or TikToks, this post had no trending sounds, just powerful messaging and the right timing. I’m covering: Why LinkedIn is underrated for organic reach and how to leverage itThe exact messaging structure that made this post explodeHow to craft viral content with just text and video, no edits requir...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 2 of the Viral Videos for Business Series! This week, I’m pulling back the curtain on my most viral Instagram Reel ever. A remix that skyrocketed to 8.8 million views and brought in 8,500 new followers. I’m breaking down: What is a Reel remix, and how does it work?Why this remix strategy blew up and how you can use it for your brandThe biggest mistake people make with viral content (and how to avoid it)How to optimize your Instagram profile BEFORE your content...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to part one of my Viral Videos for Business series! Over the past two weeks, I’ve had three different videos blow up. Each with a unique strategy. One reel alone has nearly 8 million views and has brought in over 7,000 new followers (!!!). If you’re ready to reverse-engineer viral content for your brand, this episode is your starting point. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: [00:00] Welcome to the Viral Videos for Business Series! [03:20] What Does "Going Viral" Act...

Send us Fan Mail What if your next high-ticket client was already watching you on Instagram? I'm chatting with Paula Newlands, a business coach for personal stylists, about how she turned her content into real sales. Before working together, Paula had a vision for her program but needed help turning that vision into actual sales. She shares how she refined her content, nailed her messaging, and most importantly, closed a high-ticket client straight from her Instagram content. We’re breaking d...

Send us Fan Mail You’re running a business, serving clients, managing a million things. Who has time to wake up every day scrambling for content ideas? Not you! That’s why I’m sharing my exact rinse-and-repeat content system so you can create high-performing Instagram content with less stress and more confidence. This is the final episode of my four-part mini-series on making money with Instagram, and we’re bringing it all together. If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by content creation, ...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to part three of our four-part series on making more money with Instagram! Last week, we covered the five types of content that attract your dream clients and get them talking. And today? We’re diving into the most powerful sales tool on Instagram - your DMs. If you’re not actively having conversations in your inbox, you’re leaving money on the table. When done right, it’s about creating real connections, serving your audience, and making it easy for the right people ...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to part two of our four-part series on making more money on Instagram using organic content! If you’re tired of posting and hearing crickets, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down five content types that are working right now to attract high-value followers AKA, people who actually want what you sell. Plus, I’ll share how to create content in a way that feels aligned with your brand (not forced) and fits seamlessly into your schedule. What You’ll Lea...

Send us Fan Mail This episode starts a powerful four-part series on making more money on Instagram with your organic content. No paid ads required! If you’ve ever felt stuck, uninspired, or overwhelmed by Instagram marketing, this is for you. I’m pulling back the curtain on my Organic Content Funnel, the exact strategy I use to consistently attract clients and keep my business thriving—without being glued to my phone 24/7. You’ll walk away from this episode with a simple, clear roadmap to tra...

Send us Fan Mail AI isn’t the future - it’s happening right now, and it’s reshaping how we create, engage, and grow on Instagram. In this episode, I’m joined by Juan Galán, founder of AI Creator Academy, to discuss how AI can help you create content faster, automate engagement, and convert followers into customers. Juan has built multiple Instagram accounts into the tens of thousands using AI, and today, he’s sharing exactly how you can work smarter, not harder in 2025. What You’ll Learn in ...

Send us Fan Mail This is the final episode of our four-part mini-series on Instagram Marketing Trends for 2025 — and we’re ending with a big one: Trust and Transparency. Today, we’re talking about why these are essential for growth and how you can use them to build a loyal, engaged audience on Instagram. Plus, I’ll walk you through a simple exercise to help you implement these principles in your business. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: [00:00] Why Trust & Transparency Matter in ...

Send us Fan Mail AI is here, and it’s revolutionizing how entrepreneurs approach Instagram marketing. In part three of my Instagram Marketing Trends for 2025 series, I’m sharing the tools and strategies that have completely changed how I plan, create, and refine my content. From generating content ideas to streamlining workflows, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you leverage AI without losing your unique brand voice. Whether you’re a busy solopreneur or an entrepreneur read...

Send us Fan Mail If your Instagram engagement feels stagnant, it’s time to flip the script. I’m diving into a strategy that’s as simple as it is transformative: outbound engagement. This overlooked approach is about taking the initiative to connect with others, strengthen relationships, and create lasting impressions that convert viewers into loyal followers. I’ll show you how a few thoughtful comments can turn casual connections into clients and why being intentional in your interactio...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I kick off part one of a four-part series on Instagram Marketing Trends for 2025. We dive into Creative Bravery—how moving away from perfectly polished content and leaning into bold, relatable, and real storytelling can help you stand out in 2025. I share real-life examples, actionable tips, and inspiration to help you shake things up in your Instagram strategy this year. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Creative Bravery is the key to standing out on In...

Send us Fan Mail We’re starting the year with a bang, and I’m here to inspire you with a powerful personal story about how an Instagram DM helped me land one of my biggest PR moments yet—being featured in People Magazine! This episode is about dreaming big and making bold moves in your business. I’m breaking down the 3 strategies I swear by to stay consistent, refine my content, and attract the right followers who turn into clients. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, th...

Send us Fan Mail Reflection is one of our most powerful tools as business owners—it’s how we uncover what’s working, what isn’t, and where we want to go next. In this episode, I’m walking you through a simple but transformative exercise to close out the year with clarity and confidence. Whether riding high on this year’s wins or feeling like you’re barely holding it together, this practice will help you realign, recharge, and step into 2025 feeling like the visionary entrepreneur you are. &n...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling that end-of-year burnout creeping in? You’re not alone, and I’ve got your back. In today’s episode, I’m serving up two simple but powerful ideas for your Instagram strategy. First, we’re diving into Instagram’s newest feature, Trial Reels—what they are, how to use them, and why they might just change the way you create content. Then, we’re tackling something we all feel this time of year: exhaustion. I’m sharing three quick tips for taking a guilt-free pause, so you c...

Send us Fan Mail Are you tired of feeling stuck when it comes to selling on Instagram? I’m breaking down a simple, proven process to turn your followers into paying clients—without feeling sleazy or overwhelmed. You’ll learn how to create content that resonates, set up DM automation to streamline sales and nurture your audience every step of the way. Let’s simplify your sales strategy and get results! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: [02:27] The Sales Process You Need: A step-by-step s...

Send us Fan Mail If your Instagram content isn’t capturing your dreamboat client’s attention in the first three seconds, it’s not just failing—it’s invisible. But don’t panic! Today, I’m giving you the ultimate tool to change that: viral hooks. These little gems are your secret weapon for stopping the scroll, sparking curiosity, and driving engagement. Get ready, because I’m breaking it all down with actionable ideas you can swipe for your business and start using today! What You’ll Learn in...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re not creating Instagram Reels for your business yet, you’re leaving money—and clients—on the table. Do you feel Reels might be the secret sauce to growing your business, but you’re unsure where to start? This episode is for you! I’m breaking down why Reels should be central to your Instagram marketing strategy and sharing an easy-to-follow method to help you get started today. Plus, you’ll hear a real-life story about stepping out of my comfort zone during my biggest...

Send us Fan Mail Are Instagram mistakes silently sabotaging your growth? If you're struggling to drive leads and sales on Instagram, this episode is your wake-up call. I’m breaking down the 10 most common Instagram mistakes I see business owners make (yes, I’ve made them too). From hashtag blunders to engagement fails, I’m giving you actionable tips to fix these errors fast and start growing your audience with ease. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: [06:21] Hashtags Done Right: Why hashta...