Authentic Online Marketing with Ruthie Gray

I just did a search in Google.  I typed in “How to grow on Instagram”.  Guess what I found out?  There are a lot of people out there willing to take your money in exchange for fake followers.  Should you purchase followers for quick growth?  Is there ever a time when this would be beneficial?  How can I grow my following?  It seems like my growth has been slower than molasses. What’s the point if...

Have you ever wondered how to choose the right social media thought leader to follow? Look no further! Welcome to Episode 32 of Instagram Insider Hacks where today I’ll be discussing with Lisa Yvonne on this very topic. Lisa is the founder of @CoffeeandKeyboardco on Instagram, and she's a friend of mine and Business coach here to share some wisdom with us!   (Click below for show notes) https://ru...

My guest today speaks about building an Authentic Instagram Platform, and her name is Belinda Letchford, my good friend and parenting coach. Today we're discussing learning how to implement an IG strategy without compromising your calling. She has learned valuable insights from our pro member hot seats like how to better use stories, make connections with your target audience, and more.    Belinda...

Have you wondered how to build marketing trust on Instagram?  Today we'll show you how from a former coaching session with my Insider Intensive Community!  (Click below for show notes.) https://ruthiegray.mom/build-marketing-trust/ Resource Cited: Instagram Live for Marketing with Wren Robbins   3 Uncommon Prompts to build marketing trust on Instagram When trying to build marketing trust on Instag...

Looking for a way to simplify your Instagram posting schedule?  Listen in!  (Click below for shownotes) https://ruthiegray.mom/simplifying-instagram-posting/   Simplifying Instagram Posting Processes Ruthie: Today I have a very special guest, my daughter Hayley who works for me and has been helping me with my coaching and clients. She's going to share some things that she's already learned from th...

Today we're chatting about podcast Growth From the Ground Up with Founder of the Christian Podcaster's Association, Eric Nivens!  (Click below for show notes). https://ruthiegray.mom/podcast-growth/   Christian Podcaster's Social Media Summit https://christian-podcasters-association.mykajabi.com/a/39941/MCYmFNcf   Episode Outline The Early Stages of Podcast Growth  Using Facebook to Promote Podcas...

Do you want to learn how to decipher Instagram Analytics? You’re listening to Part 3 of my series with Amber Cullum from the Grace Enough Podcast. (Click below for show notes.) https://ruthiegray.mom/decoding-instagram-analytics/ Amber Cullum @GraceEnoughPodcast_Amber on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/graceenoughpodcast_amber/ Christian Podcaster's Social Media Summit https://christian-podcas...

Do you wish you knew how to generate Instagram traffic? Learn how in this episode today with proven methods you can incorporate into your regular routine! (Click below for show notes) https://ruthiegray.mom/generate-instagram-traffic/ Amber Cullum: Grace Enough Podcast (Follow her on Instagram by clicking below!) https://www.instagram.com/graceenoughpodcast_amber/   Christian Podcaster's Summit (R...

Do you realize the importance of an Instagram community for follower growth?  This is the first of a 3 part series with fellow podcaster and friend, Amber Cullum of the Grace Enough podcast. Amber is also a member of my Instagram Insider community and she’s been learning how to grow her Instagram tribe by cultivating friendships. (Click below for show notes.) https://ruthiegray.mom/instagram-commu...

Every once in a while you hear of a Christmas miracle and last Christmas, I received mine. You see, 25 years ago, I made a snap decision I would later regret. https://ruthiegray.mom/christmas-miracle/     A young wife with 2 kids and a baby, I was packing our house up for a job relocation back home. As is often the case, one accumulates tons of junk when raising little ones, so I feverishly off-lo...

Instagram growth collaborations can propel your business faster than almost any other targeted action! (See links below for shownotes!)   https://ruthiegray.mom/instagram-growth-collaborations Christa's podcast, Just One Simple Thing https://doanewthing.com/podcast/?ap_id=ruthiegray123 Christa's Quiz, "What Type of Stuck are You?" https://doanewthing.com/quiz/?ap_id=ruthiegray123 Before we get sta...

Do you wonder how to get real followers?  You know - the ones that stick around instead of doing the follow for follow thing? And then...they unfollow? (Click below for shownotes) https://ruthiegray.mom/get-real-followers-on-instagram/   Sign up for the IG Insider Newsletter (and get your free Caption Blueprint) below! https://ruthiegray.mom/7nwn     In today’s podcast I'm pulling back the curtain...

Ever wonder how to use Instagram live for marketing?  This episode will give you 5 clear benefits and explain what to do before going live so you can make the most of your time!  (Click below for shownotes) https://ruthiegray.mom/instagram-live/ [00:00:06]  Featuring Instagram pro coaching  member, Wren Robbins from Friends of a feather podcast. Wren is my podcasting coach. And let me tell you a l...

Here are 3 {simple} Instagram hacks to boost engagement that work if you feel like you’re wasting time on Instagram! Planning posts only to watch them fall flat is no laughing matter.  And frankly, I see way too much of this - it makes me sad because I remember a time when I felt the same way.   But the reason this was happening to me was because I was missing the point;  I didn’t realize the stra...

If you're having trouble with engagement, you need these copywriting prompts to get followers engaged! [Click below for shownotes] https://ruthiegray.mom/copywriting-prompts-to-get-followers-engaged/   Today we're talking about learning to write good copy. We need this for Instagram, email, captions, and headlines. And I have talked a lot lately about how to step up your game when it comes to writ...

Want to know how one homeschool mom gets top blog traffic from Instagram? Featuring pro-coaching member, Pat Fenner, from @breakthroughhomeschooling on Instagram.  These interview episodes highlight pro-coaching members, sharing their personal triumphs and how they made Instagram work for them. (Click below for show notes) https://ruthiegray.mom/top-blog-traffic-from-instagram/ GO LIVE! Jumpstart...

5 Best practices for writing killer captions; click below for shownotes  https://ruthiegray.mom/writing-killer-captions/ Instagram Caption Blueprint https://creative-creator-6398.ck.page/ab5350d864   See Episode 12 for information on  Linktree   What I’m about to share with you can apply to not only captions, but titles for going live, reels, and IGTV.  You can also use these tips to craft your bi...

Ever wonder how to use reels and stories for your brand? Today we'll cover Instagram reels, stories, live video, & what to share in each. Click below for full show notes https://ruthiegray.mom/how-to-use-reels-and-stories/ Links: 7-Day Instagram Story Challenge https://ruthiegray.mom/7-day-instagram-story-challenge/ If you’re new to stories and want to start reaching your target followers, then yo...

Need some easy Instagram story ideas to attract followers?  In this episode, you will find 3 Keys to using stories that convert followers to friends to eventually...customers! Case Study: Easy Instagram story ideas to attract followers (Click below for full show notes) https://ruthiegray.mom/easy-instagram-story-ideas/   7-Day Instagram Story Challenge https://ruthiegray.mom/7-day-instagram-story-...

Instagram Ads in 5 Easy Steps will get you up and running without wasting time! Click below for show notes https://ruthiegray.mom/instagram-ads-in-5-easy-steps/ Allie Bloyd Media https://alliebloydmedia.com/ How to create an effective offer for your local business, Part 1 https://alliebloydmedia.com/advertising/create-effective-offer-local-business-part-1/ How to create an effective offer for your...

Listen for the very latest on Reels, IGTV, & Story Updates (what's new on Instagram) Click below for shownotes   https://ruthiegray.mom/reels-igtv-story-updates/ Nolan Gray, podcast editor at Indigo Sound @nolangray https://www.instagram.com/indigosound.mp3/ 3 Tip Reel Post: How to leave quick and efficient comments on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CEt1sGWn871/ Episode 7:  New IGTV Updates...

How she secured a book deal from her Instagram platform; client case study from Jamie Bailey from @expeditionmarriage Click below for shownotes: https://ruthiegray.mom/secured-a-book-deal/   7-Day Instagram Story Challenge https://ruthiegray.mom/7-day-instagram-story-challenge/ Featuring pro-coaching member, Jamie Bailey, from @expeditionmarriage on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/expedition_m...

Do you wish you knew how to find the best Instagram filters for stories and live video?  Recently I did a live video on Instagram and used a black and white filter. If you’d like to learn how to use filters and more importantly, how to find filters you really like, stay tuned for today’s episode and I’ll share why you may want to use filters, as well as tips for your bio link and Instagram caption...

You need these 3 Proven ways to explode engagement on Instagram (and stop hearing crickets)! Start attracting your ideal follower today. Click below for shownotes: https://ruthiegray.mom/explode-engagement-on-instagram/ Grab your 7-Day Instagram Story Challenge below! https://creative-creator-6398.ck.page https://ruthiegray.mom/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Explode-Engagement-on-Instagram-P1.mp4 How...

Ever wonder if the strategy of Instagram for podcasters is the same strategy for everyone else?  In today's episode, Christian podcaster, Misty Phillip, answers this question by sharing what works for her.  Misty wears many business hats, including author, founder of Rocket Podcast Community, and Spark Christian Podcast Conference founder. Learn Misty's tips for organizing social media to all of t...