The Lora Shipman Show - Social Media Transformation Strategies for Busy Entrepreneurs and Business Owners

In this episode,  Nettie Owens, CPO-CD, Owner of Sappari Business Solutions and creator of Momentum Accountability takes us through her framework "9 Principles of Sustainable Success." The timing of this interview couldn't be better!  Nettie's framework is the perfect tool for you to use when planning for a successful 2019! Important Episode Link:  Webinar. MomentumAccountability.com

Have you tried Instagram Highlights?  Not sure what they are?  This episode has all the deets!  Get cozy and get ready to learn some amazing nuggets! Holiday Social Media Survival Kit:  https://mailchi.mp/cc5783a14a6b/qvlokwft6v  

Growing an Instagram account can be a struggle!  In this episode, I reveal 6 things you can start doing today to get true followers.  Spoiler alert: This does not include tactics like the "follow-unfollow" game many people play! Important Links: Holiday Social Media Survival Kit:  https://mailchi.mp/cc5783a14a6b/qvlokwft6v Carousel Posts:  http://lorashipman.libsyn.com/episode-42-why-you-should-be...

Now that you have been practicing and working on your Instagram Stories, it's time to get some traction.  Tune in this week to learn what you can add to your stories to get even more exposure! Don't miss my FREE Holiday Social Media Survival Kit.  Get instant access HERE:   https://mailchi.mp/cc5783a14a6b/qvlokwft6v  

Continuing on our Instagram training series... This episode is all about Optimizing your Instagram Stories for Optimum exposure!  Get all the tips and tricks - listen in NOW! Don't miss my FREE 2019 Holiday Social Media Survival Kit.  Gain instant access here:   https://mailchi.mp/cc5783a14a6b/qvlokwft6v  

Instagram is on fire these days!  Everyone is using it and everyone is talking about the 'Gram!  But, some are having a hard time getting the engagement they desire.  Good news!  Over the next couple of weeks, I am going to teach you tools and tactics to help you get better results for your Instagram efforts! Important show links:   https://mailchi.mp/420faafd3d62/instagramcarouselposts

Are you truly aware of how much your mindset really impacts your personal life and your business life?  Today I speak with Frank Demming of Local Business Marketing Solutions and we take a look at how your mindset plays an integral part of your success and happiness! Listen in now! Important Links: FREE Gift from Frank Demming:  https://www.lbmsllc.com/book/  Website:  www. LBMSllc.com

We all have 24 hours in a day - its how we spend them that makes the difference.  As a solopreneur, I have A LOT of things I need to get accomplished in a day.  In this episode, I share all my favorite time-saving hacks.

How do you know if your Instagram post is really working and reaching the people you want to reach?  There is 1 Instagram metric that no one ever talks about and it's easy to miss! It's the blue "View Insights" text positioned under the left corner of every Instagram picture you post to your business account.  Grab your phone, fire up Instagram, and let's get this training started!   Important Lin...

Have you ever wanted to get serious about setting a vision and accomplishing your goals? I know I have but have gotten lost along the way. Well, today, you are in for such a treat. Today I am interviewing Leland Jones. He will take us through the process of setting a vision and he will give us the steps we need to achieve our goals. Get ready to be motivated, The Lora Shipman show starts right now...

Are your social media efforts working for you?  Are you getting the ROI (return on investment) for the hours you put into writing and designing posts, engaging with people etc.?  How would you know? There are LOTS of things you can  measure  when posting on social media to determine if your efforts are paying off. Tune in to find out what you should be measuring FREE Download:   30 Days Of Social...

Are your social media efforts working for you?  Are you getting the ROI (return on investment) for the hours you put into writing and designing posts, engaging with people etc.?  How would you know? There are LOTS of things you can  measure  when posting on social media to determine if your efforts are paying off. Tune in to find out what you should be measuring FREE Download:  30 Days Of Social M...

We've all been there.  We have procrastinated getting a project, task, or job done.  But why do we do it and how can we overcome procrastination.  Listen now to find out! Do you have a show idea, question, or would like info on a certain topic?  Leave me a message in the comment section!  I'd love to hear from YOU! Don't miss: FREE Resources Click HERE NEW Instagram Course Click HERE Check out wha...

Need to know exactly what to do in order to get the most engagement possible out of your social media accounts?  This podcast is for you! Don't miss:  Instagram MUST Be You Jam by clicking HERE

Do you ever get stumped or struggle with how to price your product or service?  I know I have in the past, and if I am going to be honest, I still struggle with it from time to time.   Great news!  On today's podcast, I have returning guest and marketing coach Jill Celeste with us to take us through the steps of how to set pricing, how to change pricing, and we even get into a discussion about ret...

Does any of this sound like you? You don't bounce out of bed every morning excited to tackle the day Have you lost touch with what truly makes you happy? Or you have forgotten what it means to be happy Maybe you're just settling and not going after the life you want Today, I have a fascinating interview for you with Susan Rose of GustyHappiness.com .   She takes us through her Intentional Joy Syst...

Is your website pulling its weight?   Is it doing everything it needs to in order for your business to be seen on the search engines?   Find out during today's podcast when I interview Frank Demming from Local Business Marketing Solutions.   Frank takes us through the ins and outs of SEO / Search Engine Optimization and gives us some great insight and tips to ensure we are being found on popular s...

Curious about what Facebook groups can do for you and your business?   This podcast episode has all the answers!   Learn from Jill Celeste of the Celestial Circle as she teaches us: Why you need a Facebook group How to start and grow a group What to do when you get a group started How to stay consistent And so much more!   Important links from this episode: That First Client - www. ThatFirstClient...

Have you ever just wanted to live life on your own terms.   Really take the time to design a life that you would be excited about living?   In my podcast interview with Dr. Gwen Schiada, we talk about how to design a life on your own terms using Dr. Schiada's 7L Framework.   Tune in now to get started. Important links: Dr. Gwen Schiada's Podcast Life On Your Terms:   http://www.loytinnercompass.co...

Branding your business can be confusing and complicated if you don't know how to get started.  In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing Rachel Dunham of Your Brand Therapy.  During the interview Rachel takes us through: What a brand actually is How to build your brand Thinking through your brand - all the way to an exit strategy How to build a brand hierarchy  5 elements to developing you...

Have you ever felt you really could use an extra hand in your business but you weren't really sure if you could afford an assistant?  Or, what if you did think you could keep an assistant busy full time?  There is a solution!  In today's episode, I interview Judy Fritz of VIP Services and she gives us the low down on what Virtual Assistants are, they different types of Virtual Assistants, what to...

Joining a social media platform for your business is a BIG commitment.  If you are not active or consistent with the content and connecting with users on the platform, your brand can pay the price! Before you go jumping into the next new social media platform, ask the following 5 questions to help determine if you  really  need that new social media account! Listen NOW!

Have you noticed something new and different about Instagram?  It is boasting a NEW feature called Instagram TV or IGTV for short.  Ready to learn all that you need to know about IGTV? Great!

This week both my guests and I stepped out of the comfort zone and went into unchartered territory...  My guests are 5 teenagers who agreed to sit down with me and talk candidly about how they use social media.  If you are a parent, educator, or anyone who works with kids, this is a "MUST-LISTEN" episode.  It's guaranteed you will learn something about how teens use social media, how they communic...

It's here!  The NEW Instagram algorithm is finally here and I am going to help you understand how it works so that you can get the most out of your feed and the most out of your posts. Listen in now!