How Social is Your Media?

Joe sits down with creative entrepreneur Pete Bella to talk about building multi-venture businesses, SEO in 2025, AI-powered search, networking, and the realities of content creation. Pete shares how he relaunched his DJ business, rebuilt his brand after relocating, and why small businesses need consistency online more than they need ads. They also break down the future of social media, freelance...

Nothing like spending 60 minutes with an energized, brilliant creator that gets the entire cycle. TR from Destin Whales took time to share his thoughts on topics ranging from AI to algorithms. We also shared how we both view having a stable or squad of talent that is deep and rich helps support a company's growth. Be sure to check out TR at DestinWhales.com or who_else_tr on Instagram. Want to be...

I discuss how I plan out the focal points for Pixels and Peeps for a year. Having points that that be altered, dropped, or continued is a part of any business's success. Do you have challenges keeping your small business or creator work flow focused? Let's chat. Be sure to rate the show a 5 and give it a follow. More social media or business content can be found by following @pixelsandpeep...

Owning a small business today is challenging enough. Trying to sort out which social media platforms to use makes it even more challenging. Well in this episode I discuss the different platforms out there and what ones I focus my social media marketing company on. This casual episode can help you with some of the thoughts maybe going through your head as the owner or you the social media manager f...

Ever get stuck trying to figure out what gear or tech you should use to create content for your small business? This includes basic posting to social media all the way to full blow branding. Well I have you covered from a simplistic and casual discussion in this episode. Your business DOES NOT have to keep up with all of the YouTubers opinions and break your bank doing so. Want to save a few bucks...

Casual discussion of how to market your small business on social media for this episode. Focusing on three areas: organic, paid, and partnerships. These three way to market your small business can be used separately or in conjunction with each other. Have questions on which your small business should use? Reach out to Joe from Pixels and Peeps on Instagram or at pixelsandpeeps.com.

In this episode I discuss marketing your small business with a small business marketing company. From researching who to making a marketing budget, I casually discuss why it is important to use a small business marketing company. Trying to be more informal in these solo podcasts to bring the information to your ears in a relatable way. Pixels and Peeps supports small businesses of all types, so be...

Season 5 is kicking off with a reboot and thoughts on what Pixels and Peeps has going on. Thanks for ALL of your listens. Cannot thank ALL of you enough for your support as I ramble on about social media and small business marketing. Be sure to subscribe and rate the show a 5. Have questions about how I recorded the podcast? DM me on Instagram @pixelsandpeeps. Other gear used for content creation...

Well I think I will have some social media managers or "gurus" coming at me after this one.  Wanted to take time to discuss social media metrics, especially vanity ones. Are you only making small business content to get likes and follows?  Take the time to listen to this episode to understand why maybe you should be looking at metrics in a different light. We want to help your small busi...

Engaging your community on social media can be confusing and challenging for small businesses.  Already being involved in running your business, interacting with your community adds to it.   Hope you enjoy this casual take on small business community engagement.   This is where being social on social media can improve your small business' place in your community.  Drop us a com...

Many small business owners struggle to create their own content or do not know how to get help making it. Well this off the cuff, casual chat will give you some basic insights into what type and how you can ease this struggle. As a content marketing company, we sometimes have our own challenges.  We thought we would be candid with this subject. Thanks for being a listener and be sure to submi...

Owner of Twist Creative Studio, Peter Bella, joined me to share his passion for being a creator.  We discussed what he has been up to, challenges in the creator space, and shared experiences.   Discussing how to be social with your social media was fun and Pete shared his perspective.  Be sure to catch the part about marketing your own business via Google. Pete's work can be found a...

How does your small business strategize?  Does your business have a strategy?   In this episode I chat casually about the need for a strategy.  Nothing in-depth, just quick quips on the importance of using a strategy for your business and also having a marketing budget.   Ever have questions about using a small business marketing company or how to strategize on a budget for you...

Many small businesses go along with what they think they know about social media, including posting photos only.  With many social platforms using short and/or long form video, its time for your small business to post more video.  This off the cuff podcast discusses Instagram Reels for the majority of the episode, but also the use of video in general.   Want to learn tips and tricks...

This is a solo episode where I discuss having impostor syndrome and how it challenges me to remain creative.  Being a content marketer, creator, and business owner has its struggles.  Impostor syndrome discourages me from thinking I can do my best for clients, so I discuss how it has hindered me and what I am doing to battle it.   Have you struggled with impostor syndrome?  Sen...

What a time it was getting to discuss how Sean Clementz is motivated to be his best and to help others.  Full of energy and desire to do his best was infectious during our time on the show.   Sean is using a new way to get fitness direction with a program call Obsesh.  Those of you wanting expert help with your fitness goals or positive support should check out his Obsesh page at ht...

What a fun chat with Kimberly Ellis of Kimberly Ellis Marketing based in Indianapolis.  We discussed our love of social media marketing, the challenges, and overall dynamics of being a social media manager.   Insightful and uplifting are just two words that describe Kimberly.   Check her Instagram @kimberlyellismarketing to see how she is making her social media more social or to DM...

Kicking off season 3 and celebrating 2 years of How Social is Your Media? with Darius "D-Mac" Hamilton.  We took a ride around Indy and discussed life, music, and social culture.  What a great time to catch up after the past year of the pandemic.   Follow Darius @d.mac_hamilton on Insta / d-mac1990 on Snap / @dmac or Music Scene-Life of D-mac on FB Follow PixelsandPeeps on ALL socia...

Luis "DJ Cupcake" Rivera dropped by to discuss school, music production, and social media.  He is releasing a new, yet to be named album, and a new single call "Dark Road" drops 3/31/21. Be sure to blow up his social media @djcupake on Instagram and add his music to your Spotify, Soundcloud, or Apple Music library.   Check out more on ALL @pixelsandpeeps social media accounts.  

Sometimes you have to take a break from the normal show to discuss your business.   This podcast has allowed Pixels and Peeps, LLC discuss small business ventures and the stories of how opportunity started the entrepreneurial journey. During 2021, this show will be showcasing different aspects of marketing for small businesses and discuss the need to alter our use of social media. Find us on...

Multimedia personality Tommy Geraci joined me to discuss social media and his new podcast, Prelude to Positivity.  Tommy's outlook on social media is inspiring.  Laughing it up about the changes we have both seen in multiple social platforms was a good time. His new podcast has only just started, but is more than worth a listen to hear his interactions with the guests he brings to others...

Took some time to sit down and discuss life with our oldest daughter Kaden and how she is helping me with Pixels and Peeps.  Some discussion about her involvement, her life so far, and her use of social media.  Find out how social she is with her social media. Follow Pixelsandpeeps on ALL social media or get social with us at pixelsandpeeps.com.

Enjoyed the discussion of how Julie Deem got her different endeavors going.  We chatted about how covid-19 has changed multiple facets of our businesses.  Having fellow podcasters on like Julie is insightful and allows both of us to share our journeys and tell listeners she behind the scenes info.   Check out Julie's businesses on Instagram @greaterKokomomassage, @thebusinesspodcasteditor, and her...

Quick podcast to share some thoughts on how social media needs to be social.  Been hearing more and more about why their needs to be a return on the investment, not just engagement.

Wonderful story from Nikki Manning and Anchored Vibes. Her journey and what she is doing for her clients is amazing.