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How do I grow my brand on social media? How do I come up with content to post? Can I become an influencer? Is it possible to make money online? Welcome to Social Media Decoded a podcast dedicated to helping creatives, influencers, business owners and entrepreneurs simplify social media and thrive online. Hosted by Michelle Thames a social media strategist, influencer, and owner of Thames Media Solutions. Michelle brings you all the best tips to help you understand social media better. Sharin ...
Welcome to the Soul Ascend Podcast where best friends and business partners Megan McCann and Jennifer Ludington have locked arms to create a sacred place for you to mega-manifest and generate your soul’s highest ascension in business, spirituality, relationships, money and health. Remember the slumber parties you used to have when you painted your toes, popped all the popcorn, snuck into your parent’s liquor cabinet and talked about all the things you didn’t want your parents to hear? Think ...
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Going Viral and Being Prepared with Jenell B Stewart
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How to go viral? That's the big question on social media these days. In this episode, host Michelle Thames is joined by Jenell B. Stewart of Stewart Digital LLC. They discuss going viral when you didn't plan on it, as well as intentionally creating content to appeal to large audiences. Jenelle shares her tips for preparing to go viral and the syste…
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How To Create A Podcast That Resonates With Your Target Audience
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Connect with your target audience through podcasting using these tips. In this episode, host Michelle Thames explores the steps you need to take when creating a podcast to ensure you create content that your target audience will want to consume. Follow these tips, and you will be well on your way to making a binge-worthy podcast! —— Get the podcast…
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3 Ways A Fractional CMO Can Help You In Your Business
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If you want a chief marketing officer on a budget, you should look into getting a fractional CMO. In this episode, host Michelle Thames shares how small businesses can get ahead in their marketing efforts by hiring a fractional chief marketing officer. Make sure to tune in if a full time chief marketing officer is out of your budget but you still w…
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The Mistakes I Made that Cost Me Thousands In My Online Business
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If you want to maximize your profit and minimize your business costs, you have to listen to this episode. Host Michelle Thames shares the business mistake that cost her thousands of dollars and what she did to ensure she never makes that mistake again. Learn from Michelle's mistakes and increase your conversion rates and customer satisfaction. —— C…
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Instagram Prioritizing Photos Again And How You Can Work With The Algorithm And Not Against It
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The latest updates from Instagram. Host Michelle Thames talks about how you can work with the Instagram algorithm to grow your Instagram. She digs into the latest shift back into photos and what that means for your content strategy. She shares her top 3 tips for always staying on the algorithm's good side. —— Create your own podcast Book a growth a…
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The Benefits Of Starting A Podcast For Creative Entrepreneurs
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Have you been wondering how a creative entrepreneur can grow their business? Host Michelle Thames shares five ways a podcast can help you grow your business. Podcasting is a great way to share your ideas, connect with like-minded individuals, and grow your business. Michelle also shares a discount code for her favorite podcasting platform to help y…
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Understanding The Psychology of Sales and Marketing
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The key to a successful marketing campaign is to understand the psychology of sales and marketing. In this episode, host Michelle Thames discusses key aspects you need to know about your audience before you can convert them into customers. Michelle dives into the big three you need to know when marketing: persuasion, emotion, and motivation. Tune i…
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Building Brand Awareness and Engagement on Social Media with Leila Taha
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If you want to see growth on your client's social media, you must stay true to their brand and vision. Host Michelle Thames is joined by Leila Taha to discuss brand identity and why it's crucial on social media. Leila shares how to take the community aspect to the next level to create a loyal following on social media. Stay true to your (or your cl…
If you want to grow your business, you can't rely on social media or email marketing alone. The secret sauce is to have both. Host Michelle Thames shares how having a weekly newsletter can help keep you and your business relevant to your community. —— Create your own podcast Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your own Stan…
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3 Ways To Use Live Streaming Video For Your Business
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Here's why you should use live streaming to grow your business. Host Michelle Thames shares the benefits of incorporating video content in your social media strategy, and how to make the most of live streaming for your business. —— Join the Online Biz Growth Society Create your own podcast Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Star…
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How Your Health Can Impact Your Business with Amanda Hinman
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If you want to optimize your energy, mental clarity, and vitality so you can show up in life and business to maximize your positive impact, this episode is for you. Host Michelle Thames is joined by Amanda Hinman to speak about holistic health and how your internal health impacts your mental health and clarity. Amanda shares how you can improve you…
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Unlock the Secrets to Monetizing Your Creative Passion: Join the CEO Summit 2023 with 30+ Inspiring Speakers
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I am so excited to be hosting the 1st inaugural CEO Summit! This year's summit features over 30 inspiring speakers who will share their insights and strategies on how to monetize your passion and grow your business in the creator economy. From successful creators to industry leaders and marketing gurus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from the…
There are many ways you can make money online as a creator. Host Michelle Thames shares different ways creators with varying skills can make money in the creator economy. These tried and true methods can help you make a living as a creator and even help you start your own online business. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle St…
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How To Establish Yourself In The Influencer Space And The Business Of Blogging with Sydney Socias
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Here's how you can establish yourself as an influencer. Host Michelle Thames is joined by Sydney Socias who shares actionable tips for aspiring influencers across various industries. Sydney shares her advice on building credibility as an influencer and how blogging can elevate your business and online presence. Sydney started her blog in 2014, afte…
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How Podcasting Can Help Grow Your Business
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An easy way to grow your business is through podcasting. In this episode, host Michelle Thames shares why podcasting is good for business growth and what you need to get started with your own podcast. Tune in to get some actionable tips for your own podcast. —— Ultimate Podcast Playbook Create your own podcast Book a growth and marketing clarity ca…
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Podcasting & Email Marketing and How They Go Hand in Hand with J. Immanuel
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Debating if you should have a podcast or email list for your business? Host Michelle Thames and J. Immanuel chat about why you should have both. They discuss the benefits of having a podcast and how email marketing can go hand in hand with it to help you grow your business. J also shares tips and resources that have helped him over his 11+ years as…
Make money with a podcast using these simple tips from host Michelle Thames. In this episode, Michelle gives you a step-by-step breakdown of how to create your own podcast and start monetizing it. If you want to create passive income, a podcast is a great way to make some money. —— Ultimate Podcast Playbook Create your own podcast Book a growth and…
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Setting Yourself Apart As An Online Coach By Harnessing Your Coaching Superpower with Jess Glazer
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You can turn your side hustle into a profitable business. In this episode, host Michelle Thames is joined by former celebrity fitness trainer Jess Glazer. Jess shares how social media played a role in the successful launch of her business. She shares her best tips for entrepreneurs and creators who want to level up in their businesses or create the…
Maximize the potential of every piece of content you create. Host Michelle Thames is a huge fan of repurposing content, as it is a more efficient way to create content, including for multiple social media channels. Michelle shares three genius tips for how you can repurpose your content online. —— Create your own podcast Book a growth and marketing…
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Creating Quality Content As A Beginner with Tiffani Denham
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Learn how to create high-quality social media content even as a beginner. In this episode, host Michelle Thames is joined by Tiffani Denham to chat about how new creators can show up on social media and level up their content creation. Tiffani Denham is an expert traveler and digital content creator. She helps travelers identify unique travel desti…
You don't have to have a website to sell your products or services! In this episode, host Michelle Thames shares alternatives to a website you can use to sell your offers, including some free ways to market and sell for your business. —— Ultimate Podcast Playbook Create your own podcast Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start y…
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How To Use YouTube As A Way To Grow An Organic Reach & The 4 Video Strategies Every Entrepreneur Should Have with Gulce Onganer
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Grow your audience organically through YouTube. Host Michelle Thames is joined by Gulce Onganer, who shares how she took YouTube by storm to grow her community. She also shares the video strategy she uses that every creator and entrepreneur should adopt to grow their business. Gulce Onganer is a YouTuber, YouTube marketing strategist, and the found…
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Ideal Posting Schedule For Social Media Growth In 2023
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The secret to growing your social media account in 2023 is out. In this episode, host Michelle Thames shares the ideal posting schedule you should adopt across all your social media platforms if you want to see growth. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your own Stan Store Visit My Stan Store Follow Michelle on Instagra…
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How to Protect Your Small Business Online with Andrea The "Legalprenuer"
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Every business should have legal protection from the beginning rather than waiting for their business to blow up. In this episode, host Michelle Thames speaks with Legalpreneur Andrea Sager about the legal side of running a small business and what resources entrepreneurs can benefit from. Andrea Sager is the CEO and founder of Legalpreneur, a legal…
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Whats The Difference? Social Media Strategist vs Social Media Manager
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Do you know the difference between a social media strategist and a social media manager? Many business owners think that it's the same job, and while some social media strategists are also social media managers, that's not always the case. Host Michelle Thames dives into the differences between the roles to help you determine what you need for your…
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Being Profitable On Social Media Through Organic Marketing
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You can make money on social media without running ads! Host Michelle Thames shares how you can connect with your ideal client on social media using organic content to grow your business and increase sales. Michelle dives into how she used social media to make $20,000 in a single month using only organic marketing. —— Book a growth and marketing cl…
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How To Easily How To Promote Your Podcast On Social Media
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If you want to easily promote your podcast on social media, you need to follow these steps. Host Michelle Thames guides you through the steps of promoting your podcast so you can connect with your ideal client and build your audience. Michelle's advice applies to multiple social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. —— Ultima…
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How To Not “Stress” About Instagram Updates + Changes
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The latest Instagram updates and changes may be making your head spin, but host Michelle Thames shares the latest changes to Instagram and how you can make them work for you. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Visit My Stan Store Follow Michelle on Instagram Join The Marketing Minute - We send weekly marketing and online busi…
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Profitable Online Business Models You Can Start Today
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Making your online business profitable doesn't have to be impossible. You can get started today with these tips. Host Michelle Thames shares how she went from working a 9-5 to being a successful online business owner. She also shares ideas for business models that you can implement using the skills and resources you already have. —— Join the Online…
Get more eyes on your social media content without paid ads. Host Michelle Thames shares her three top tips for increasing your social media visibility to attract more clients and grow your business. Monetizing your social media doesn't have to be hard when you follow these tips. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your …
Using social media, particularly LinkedIn, can be a great way to market yourself for future employment opportunities. Host Michelle Thames speaks with Nick Guillory about leveraging social media to boost your career and how his social media was the key to meeting Oprah. ______ Nick's Store Connect with Nick on Instagram Connect with Nick on TikTok …
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How To Make Money On Instagram Without Posting 3-5 Times Per Day
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You can make money on Instagram without having to live on the platform. In this episode, host Michelle Thames shares her best strategies for making money on Instagram. She also shares how to reach your ideal client on Instagram without having to use paid ads. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your own Stan Store Visit …
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3 Ways To Position Yourself As An Expert Plus Grow Your Community
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Make money using your expertise. In this episode, host Michelle Thames shares three simple tips you can use to position yourself as an expert in your field to connect with your ideal customer and build a loyal following. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your own Stan Store Visit My Stan Store Follow Michelle on Instag…
Grow your business by starting a podcast. Host Michelle Thames shares how you can grow your brand with a podcast, whether you're a business, creator, expert, or influencer. She shares the benefits of podcasting and how you can start a podcast. —— Get your profitable podcast kit Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your own S…
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Community Through Podcasting with Amanda Cupido
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You can make your business a better place to work through internal podcasting. In this episode, host Michelle Thames speaks with Amanda Cupido about how companies, organizations, and startups can leverage the power of internal podcasting to help foster relationships with their team and spread important messages. Amanda Cupido is an award-winning po…
Should a business jump on reels trends or create original content? Host Michelle Thames talks about how you can use reels to grow your business on social media. She shares some advice for business owners about when to follow trends and when to create original content. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your own Stan Sto…
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How To Get Started Using TikTok For Business
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Want to learn how to use TikTok to grow your business? Listen in as host Michelle Thames speaks with branding and marketing expert Joanne Bartolome about how to elevate your marketing and how to grow your business on TikTok. As a brand strategist, online collaborator, and connector, Joanne is the owner of a marketing business in Edmonton. She recen…
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Precision Marketing; Trends Vs. Original Content
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How to market your business is a very individual problem. Host Michelle Thames shares how business owners can market their businesses by following the competition and trending marketing tactics and covers when business owners should make original content. Listen for advice to see what's best for your online business. —— Book a growth and marketing …
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Social Media Predictions To Guide Your 2023 Strategy
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Everything you need to know for your 2023 social media strategy is here. In this episode, host Michelle Thames dives into her predictions for various social media platforms for next year. Listen in and set yourself up for success. —— Book a growth and marketing clarity call with Michelle Start your own Stan Store Visit My Stan Store Follow Michelle…
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Playing the Long Game to Make SEO a Channel to Grow Your Business to 8 Figures and Beyond with Bryan Clayton
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Increase sales and grow your business with an SEO strategy. In this episode, host Michelle Thames speaks with Bryan Clayton about how SEO has been a game-changer for his business and how you can use it as part of your marketing strategy. Bryan Clayton is CEO and co-founder of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn …
Grow your social media following without burning out. Host Michelle Thames shares tips for maintaining your growing social media following while also caring for your mental health. Follow these tips to improve your relationship with social media. —— Follow Michelle on Instagram Join The Newsletter - We send weekly tips to grow and market your onlin…
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Reach Your Dream Audience on Autopilot: How to use the audience you already have to create Facebook Ads that are a raving success with Luan Jardine
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Create successful Facebook Ads with your existing audience! Host Michelle Thames speaks with Facebook and Instagram ads specialist Luan Jardine about how to create high-converting Facebook ads at a low cost. Luan also shares the social media mindset shift that can change the game for you and your business! Luan Jardine is a self-employed Facebook a…
The creator economy is a new way for you to generate income. Host Michelle Thames shares current trends within the creator economy, including strategies creators use to shift to full-time creators. She also shares how you can make money as a creator and what tools you need to start. —— Stan Store- A Stan Creator Store is an all-in-one-App that you …
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Entrepreneurship, Juggling Business with Babies, & Building an Online Business with Brooke Vulinovich
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How to balance owning a business with family life, that is the question. Host Michelle Thames speaks with Instagram specialist and creator of Social Club Brooke Vulinovich about building your brand through Instagram without sacrificing your family life. She shares how to generate more leads through Instagram and work from anywhere in the world. Bro…
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TikTok Best Practices W/ Brooklyn Dinesen
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Grow your brand on TikTok with help from Brooklyn Dinesen. Host Michelle Thames speaks with Brooklyn about everything you need to know before developing your TikTok strategy. She shares how to grow your brand on TikTok, tips for creating great video content, and how to connect with your audience. Brooklyn Dinesen is an expert in TikTok marketing, v…
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TikTok vs Reels - Which One Is Best For Your Brand
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Should you use TikTok or Instagram Reels for your online business? Host Michelle Thames shares the benefits of using each platform and breaks down the differences you'll want to consider as you include TikTok or Instagram Reels in your social media strategy. Tune in to figure out which strategy will work best for your online business! —— Follow Mic…
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How I Quit My Job to Build My Online Marketing Agency
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Start your own online business with these tips from Host Michelle Thames. Michelle shares what it took to build a successful online marketing agency as well as the pros and cons of being in a service-based industry. —— Riverside - The online recording studio for podcasts and videos Buzzsprout - Podcast publishing platform Clickup - The ultimate org…
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Proven Influencer Marketing Methods w/ Terrah Holder
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Influencer marketing can be an essential aspect of growing your online business. Terrah Holder joins host Michelle Thames to chat about all things influencer marketing. They discuss different types of influencer marketing to help you choose the right marketing strategy for your business. Terrah also shares how to get the most out of influencer coll…
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How Creators Can Make Passive Income Selling Your Expertise
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Make passive income as a content creator using information and content you already have! Host Michelle Thames shares how you can leverage your knowledge and expertise to start making passive income. —— Stan Store- A Stan Creator Store is an all-in-one app that you use as your link in bio. It is your very own digital store. Check it out here. Follow…
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The All-In-One App That Makes Running An Online Business Easy with Stan Store creator, John Hu
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Run your online business and scale to new heights with the all-in-one app Stan. In this episode, host Michelle Thames speaks with Stan creator John Hu. John shares how he started in business and grew his online business to over $5M. He also shares why he started Stan and how he leverages social media to continuously grow his online business. —— Sta…
