Social Media Entrepreneurs

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Are you "crushing" it on social media in every category apart from sales? Here's what you may not be considering when making choices of where to put the majority of your social media marketing efforts. I give examples of how this information would apply to multiple different businesses but if you are  unsure how it would apply to yours, book a complimentary call with me below and I&...

Have you thought about using Instagram growth services like Trusy Social, Simplygram, or Managergram? Or perhaps you've thought of purchasing influencer shoutouts? Here are the pros and cons of each of them so you know which to avoid and which are safe to try. You can watch along with me on YouTube HERE instead https://youtu.be/DWIb71HHQbo Listen to the aforementioned Episode 146 HERE: How to...

Holy failure guys wait until you hear about my month. Not even my mom's gonna love me after this one. Sarcasm? Perhaps... perhaps, not. Listen to this episode to hear what "failing" as an entrepreneur really looks like and if it's something you have to be fearful of or not. Visit socialbamboo.com for the latest and greatest social media resources I have to offer. Derek Videll @...

Got an eCommerce store or looking to start one? Here's what I see as the best eCommerce opportunity in 2022 and for the foreseeable future. You can listen to my previous episode called 3 Major eCommerce Opportunities in 2022 HERE: https://kite.link/168- New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Subscribe to be a part of the Social Bamboo community! Derek Videll @socialbamboo_ socialbamboo.com O...

Jenny Melrose of the Influencer Entrepreneur's podcast shares some amazing info on landing promotional deals with brands! Whether you're an influencer or personal brand, this is a great way to make some extra income or potentially even a full time income. What's Covered: • How to reach out to brands you want to work with • What to say in your opening message • What to charge brands...

Here is an episode I almost feel overdue on. I've talked about this only once before on the show. This is a marketing podcast but I have to share with you from personal experience that great marketing is not able to overcome bad market selection or product selection. Here are multiple examples of businesses including my own to demonstrate this point and help clarify to you Quote from the epis...

Instagram rolled out yet another new feature to kick off 2022?! 😳 When is enough, enough?? I don't know but they're far from it it seems like! Here are the pros and cons that I see coming with the new Instagram subscriptions feature... What are your thoughts on this? Comment on the YouTube version of this podcast episode to let me know! Watch or Comment on the YouTube Version of this Po...

The question on everyone's mind... that has an answer with a lot of variables. Let me help you break down this question for your business so you know which social media marketing strategy is best for your business to put the most effort towards. For more social media growth resources, visit www.socialbamboo.com Derek Videll @socialbamboo_ ----- Hosted by Derek Videll Want to Get Interviewed o...

Ever question everything you're doing as a content creator? I'd be shocked and impressed if you said you didn't. On this episode, I'll discuss some of the patterns I've noticed among content creators when it comes to feeling negative about their own work and progress. For me, it's more so been about judging the design of my content and for some it's being embarra...

AT THE MINIMUM, everyone should at least optimize their LinkedIn Profile so if people choose to search for you and your business on there, you have something positive to show for it. On this episode, you're going to learn exactly that! Bill McCormick of the Making Sales Social Podcast is one of the top LinkedIn experts right now. Check out his LinkedIn Profile HERE and be sure to connect with...

Have you been getting less impressions on your Instagram story? Here's how the story engagement algorithm works as well as 3 common things people do that hurt their story views. Get more views on your Instagram stories by ditching these 3 killers and understanding exactly how the algorithm works. ----- Hosted by Derek Videll Want to Get Interviewed on this Show? Book Here 3 Ways to Run Profit...

Yes, this is a social media podcast but it's a social media MARKETING podcast and sales kind of falls under marketing so... we're talking about sales! We'll get back to social media info next week but what I've learned from coaching business owners is that their lack of sales skills is more common to be found in failing businesses than their lack of ability to create beautiful...

Here's how to look at your social media marketing and online business efforts in a much simpler way than what most new business owners minds are going through. Looking to fix all of the little things in business is a recipe for never-ending tweaks that don't really do much. In this episode, I'll give you the 3 components to a successful online business that are the only real reasons...

Most goals are won or lost in the first quarter of the year... The time of year where you have the most perceived time ahead of you to hit your goal is the easiest time to put off the work. In this episode, I'll show you a productivity hack to make more of your goals a reality in 2022. Message me on Instagram for any social media marketing or entrepreneur questions you may have @socialbamboo_...

Have you been posting religiously on social media but your sales months are still all over the place? This episode should clarify what's going on. Stay confident out there my friends. You are right where you need to be! Leave a Comment on the YouTube Video Checkout more Free and Paid Social Media Growth Resources at socialbamboo.com ----- Hosted by Derek Videll Want to Get Interviewed on this...

Stressed out from the daily grind and the 99 problems you didn't think of that just came up in your business? Not anymore! Okay maybe you'll still be a little stressed after the episode but this interview is seriously one of my all time favorites. Erica Weiner was brought on for her expertise in dealing with mental health and for being an entrepreneur in the same position as a lot of you...

The rumors are true! The chronological Instagram feed is coming back in the first quarter of 2022. It may be a slightly different chronological feed than how it was before so I'll mention the 3 different options they are debating for it to be Connect with me on Instagram @socialbamboo_ and view more social media growth resources at socialbamboo.com ----- Hosted by Derek Videll Want to Get Int...

Kendall is an online dance coach with an impressive track record for growing her Instagram page @trainwithkendall. Listen to the social media tactics she's used to amass her audience as well as how she's adjusted her offers to meet the demands of her market overtime. If you're someone who needs help creating trending Instagram Reels consistently, this is an episode you're going...

Want to grow on Instagram? Try never removing your followers then! Outside of harassment there are 0 reasons you should remove followers from your Instagram, or any social media for that matter. "What about to fix my account's engagement percentage?" ABSOLUTELY NOT. Outside of harassment there are 0 reasons you should remove a ghost, bot, or un-engaging follower. For more social med...

Ready to become an expert marketer in 15 minutes? I'm serious! This is really going to make things a lot more clear to you of how your first thought when planning how to market anything should go. The book referenced is called "Breakthrough Advertising" by Eugene Schwartz (1966) Apply for my Marketing Mastery program to become an expert marketer yourself in the most effective way po...

The first half of the podcast, I talk about my reasons for recently switching my Instagram content style as well as my Instagram handle from @derekvidell to @socialbamboo_. Then I talk about a few very impactful changes you can make to your own branding. If you would just like to hear the second portion, you can skip to 16:20 For information about my 1 on 1 marketing mentorship program, click belo...

Have you run a social media giveaway before that didn't turn out like you hoped? Here are the 5 main reasons to why your giveaway probably didn't go as planned as well as how I would recommend to run  giveaways moving forward. If you would like to run a massively successful Instagram giveaway right now, book a complimentary strategy call with me first and I'll show you how I can hel...

 Is it a good idea to repurpose your content onto multiple  social media platforms? Sorry to give you this answer but... "It depends". There's a lot of different factors to consider but in this episode I'm going to be breaking down some of the ways that it works and why in a lot of cases it may not be the best idea. You can see the adjustments I'm making to my Instagram Re...

Here's 2 other Reels Episodes to listen to after... 174: How many Hashtags to Use on Instagram Reels 162: 3 Instant Improvements to your Social Media Videos Are your Reels not going as far you'd like them to? Here are 4 quick fixes to keep in mind that a lot of people aren't doing. For more Instagram growth resources, checkout SocialBamboo.com ----- Hosted by Derek Videll Want to Ge...