Chandra Spangler, Social Media Mentor

Get a Handle

Business EN ↓ 3 episodes

Tired of burnout, gimmicks, or chasing every trend? Get A Handle is your go-to podcast about social media strategy for entrepreneurs and small businesses who want a sustainable, community-focused, organic online presence. Whether you’re building a business near cornfields or skyscrapers, this show helps you simplify social media, clarify your message, and create content that feels manageable and authentic. Hosted by Chandra Spangler, social media manager and coach, Get A Handle breaks down social media into practical, real-life strategies you can actually use. If you’re a business owner, nonpr...

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Chandra Spangler, Social Media Mentor

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How to Write Captions That Stop the Scroll and Sound Like You 09.07.2026 15:38

You’ve finished up the planning, so you know what you’re posting and why. Yet, you’re still staring at a blank caption box and a blinking cursor. In this episode, I’m breaking down the hardest part - actually writing the thing. We’ll talk about why captions feel harder than they should, the four ways to write a hook that stops the scroll, and what you owe your reader after they’ve got your attent...

Ditch the Content Calendar Spreadsheet and Try This Instead 29.06.2026 15:06

Ever opened your laptop to plan content, looked at a blank calendar, and immediately wanted to close it again? In Episode 1, we talked about why planning ahead matters. But planning ahead doesn't have to mean a complicated content calendar. In this episode, I'm sharing a simpler alternative, the Running List Method, for business owners who find that the "proper" planning tools crea...

Why Social Media Is Taking Up So Much Brain Space 05.06.2026 11:16

Welcome to the very first episode of Get a Handle! 🎙️ If you've ever sat down to create content and immediately thought, "What am I even supposed to post?" You're not alone. In this episode, we're talking about one of the biggest reasons social media feels overwhelming for business owners: constantly starting from scratch. I'll walk you through a simple mindset shift that c...