Social Media Decoded

In this episode of Social Media Decoded, host Michelle Thames discusses the latest updates from Instagram, focusing on new features that enhance user engagement and community building. Key updates include the ability to comment on Instagram stories, new Reels functionalities, and direct messaging improvements. Michelle emphasizes the importance of utilizing these features for businesses to foster...

GET THE WEBINAR TOOLKIT HERE VIDEO INSIDE WEBINAR TOOLKIT  In this episode of the Social Media Decoded podcast, host Michelle Thames discusses the art of crafting compelling webinar titles that attract and engage audiences. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychology behind effective titles, which should promise transformations, evoke curiosity, and resonate with the target audie...

In this episode, Michelle discusses the importance of website security, privacy, and user experience. She emphasizes the need for a secure and private website to protect against hackers and data breaches. Michelle also highlights the significance of providing a good user experience to keep visitors engaged and encourage conversions. She introduces Porkbun, a domain registrar that offers essential...

In this episode, Michelle discusses the importance of personal development and continuous learning in marketing and social media. She shares her experience with using Magic Mind to improve focus and cognitive function. Michelle emphasizes the need for a growth mindset and the ability to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of marketing. She provides inspiring stories of individuals who have achiev...

In this episode, Michelle discusses the importance of choosing the right domain name for your online presence. She emphasizes that a great domain name is a powerful branding tool and key to discoverability. Michelle introduces the rise of the .bio domain extension and highlights its benefits, such as clarity, memorability, and professionalism. She also mentions Porkbun, a domain registrar that off...

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In this episode, Michelle shares her experience with influencer marketing, highlighting the challenges and exploitation that creators often face. She recounts a troubling collaboration that began with excitement but quickly became frustrating due to unclear expectations and a lack of respect from the brand. Michelle emphasizes the importance of knowing one's worth as a creator, advocating for clea...

In this episode, Michelle discusses strategies and insights to thrive in the fast-paced digital marketing and social media world. She focuses on productivity and how to fuel creativity and long-term success in business. Michelle introduces Magic Mind, a mental performance shot, and shares her experience using it. She provides tips on staying focused, managing time, and overcoming procrastination....

GET THE WEBINAR TOOLKIT HERE VIDEO INSIDE WEBINAR TOOLKIT  In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the power of webinars as a marketing tool. She highlights the benefits of webinars, such as lead generation, building authority and credibility, and direct sales and promotions. Michelle emphasizes the crucial role of social media in promoting webinars and attracting the ideal audience. She provid...

In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the myth of overnight success in entrepreneurship. She explains that the myth persists because of the highlight reel effect on social media, where people only share their wins and not the struggles. Michelle emphasizes the importance of hard work, resilience, and consistency in building a successful business. She shares her own journey as a full-time entr...

Summary In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the latest Instagram updates for August 2024. She covers a range of new features and functionalities, including expanded carousels, DM from story mentions, story comments, revamped highlights, views metrics, AI-powered chatbots, AI characters, music sharing via Spotify, and AI chatbot capabilities. Michelle provides insights into how these updates...

Summary In this episode, Michelle discusses the limitations of using the 'link in bio' strategy on Instagram and introduces MannyChat as a game-changing solution. She explains that asking people to leave the app and click on a link disrupts their flow and decreases engagement. MannyChat, on the other hand, allows for direct engagement within Instagram's messaging system, automates conversations, c...

JOIN THE SOCIALLY SAVVY CIRCLE In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the importance of building a community on Instagram and provides actionable tips for cultivating a thriving community. She emphasizes the power of community in driving engagement, loyalty, and advocacy for brands. Michelle also introduces her exclusive community, the Socially Savvy Circle, and highlights the benefits of join...

Summary In this episode, Michelle interviews Bobby Robinson, an attorney and entrepreneur, about leveraging strategic growth and networking opportunities. They discuss the importance of networking on social media and attending events, as well as Bobby's upcoming event, the Millie CEO Summit. They also explore the future of entrepreneurship and the role of AI and automation. Bobby shares some book...

Summary In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the social media algorithm and how it affects our social media experience. She debunks common myths about the algorithm and provides strategies to increase visibility on social media platforms. The key takeaways include the importance of consistency, engagement, experimenting with different formats, researching relevant hashtags, and collaborating...

In this episode, Michelle explores the attention economy concept and how to navigate the noisy digital landscape. She emphasizes the importance of relevance, value, emotion, uniqueness, and visual appeal in capturing attention. Michelle provides actionable strategies such as prioritizing quality over quantity, being consistent, building a community, and experimenting with new formats. She reminds...

In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the importance of digital marketing for small businesses during the Black Friday season. She emphasizes the need to reach the target audience, build relationships, and track results. Michelle provides actionable strategies such as creating compelling offers, leveraging email marketing, generating social media buzz, and utilizing paid advertising. She also...

In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the July 2024 updates on Instagram. She covers new features such as the ability to add 20 audio tracks to Instagram Reels, the upgraded notes feature, the testing of ads in Reels, the expanded access to broadcast channels, and the development of AI chatbots by Meta. Michelle provides actionable steps for leveraging these updates, including experimenting w...

JOIN THE SOCIALLY SAVVY CIRCLE In this episode, Michelle shares proven strategies for organic Instagram growth. She emphasizes the importance of organic followers who are genuinely interested in your content and brand. Michelle highlights the power of authenticity and building a community on Instagram. She discusses the types of content to create, the importance of consistency, and the use of hash...

JOIN THE SOCIALLY SAVVY CIRCLE In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the power of community building through Facebook groups. She emphasizes that Facebook groups are not outdated and can be a secret weapon for brands. The main reasons to invest in a Facebook group are direct engagement, creating a sense of community, and gaining valuable insights. Michelle provides tips for building a thrivin...

In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the secret sauce to social media success and reveals the three biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make on social media. The first mistake is content chaos, where entrepreneurs post sporadically without a plan. The second mistake is the 'me, me, me' message and mess, where entrepreneurs constantly self-promote without providing value to their audience. The thi...

In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the benefits of starting a podcast and shares her secrets to podcasting success. She emphasizes the importance of positioning yourself as an expert, building trust and credibility, and growing your audience organically. Michelle also highlights the value of podcasting for content creation and networking. She then explains her lazy approach to podcasting,...

Are you tired of chasing followers and wondering why your brand isn't popping?  In this episode, your girl Michelle Thames is spilling the tea on why follower count is overrated and how to build a community that will ride for your brand till the wheels fall off!  We're talking about the myth of follower count, the power of community, and practical tips for building a tribe that loves your brand as...

In this episode, Michelle Thames discusses the power of evergreen content and its benefits for content creators, influencers, and entrepreneurs. Evergreen content is content that remains relevant and useful to new and returning visitors, regardless of the current news cycle or season. Michelle explains that evergreen content can drive sustained traffic to your site, boost your SEO, and help you es...

In this episode, Michelle Thames shares tactics to increase visibility on Instagram through Instagram Reels. She emphasizes the power of Instagram Reels in reaching a broader audience and engaging with users. Michelle discusses the importance of using trending audio and having an engaging start to your reel. She also highlights the value of offering valuable content in each second of the reel and...