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FaceBook Event Page – Allow Comments by Guest

Posted on September 11, 2020 by sheryl

When you are making an event page on Facebook some setting are made by default and they really can hurt your engagement if you don't change them. Allowing others access to ask question on your event page is sooooo important and in this video I tell you why and show you how and what to watch for, so you aren't leaving people out of the conversation! Allow Guest Posting on Facebook Event Page Video Transcript - Hi...Read More

How many views do Google Maps Images get?

Posted on May 9, 2020February 1, 2022 by sheryl

During the shutdown, I have been going out to get images for local businesses. I normally get 1 still image and 1 360 image of each business. I then upload the pictures to the Google Maps listing of that business. These images are great for each business since it updates their listing and having user generated content helps validate the business. One of the things I am seeing is how many views each of my images is...Read More

Why You Should Claim Your Google My Business

Posted on May 3, 2020January 31, 2022 by sheryl

Google is giving you the chance to show off your business and many are not taking advantage of it. It is amazing that you have an opportunity to be easily found on Google Maps, yet some must not need the traffic. If you are looking to bring more customers to your store, then you need to claim that listing. If you aren’t sure what you are missing out on by not claiming it…watch the video! If you...Read More

How to Add a Facebook Page Manager

Posted on April 24, 2020February 1, 2022 by sheryl

Everyone said your business needed a Facebook Page, but they probably didn’t tell you how much time it takes to run one. Making post, finding pictures, linking up videos and replying to comments can take up a lot of your time, especially when you are trying to run your business, if you are running your own business you may be interesting in this paying guide. Well, it may be time to add some help to manage your...Read More

How to See Facebook Ads for Any Page

Posted on April 18, 2020February 1, 2022 by sheryl

Do you need ideas for Facebook ads? Maybe you want to see what ads the big brands are running? Maybe you want to see the ads your competition is running? Maybe you have seen some political ads and you want to know more about the site buying the ads and how much they are spending on the ads? It is easy to find the ads for any Facebook page once you know where to look and that...Read More

Do NOT Cancel Your Facebook Event

Posted on April 13, 2020 by sheryl

For those of you who manage social media for events or are event planners for public gatherings, this is a strange place to e right now. The Corona Virus has put us all in a place we have most likely never been. Event halls are closed, cities, counties, and states have restricted gatherings and that hits us all hard. We have events planned and they have been on Facebook for a while and now we can’t hold...Read More

Build Your Local Business During the Shutdown

Posted on April 5, 2020September 26, 2022 by sheryl

Many business are temporarily closed due to the Cornavirus shutdown and if you are not doing anything other than just sitting around waiting for the government to let you reopen your business, you are missing out, so you need to learn how businesses work or for example how to make a 1099 MISC which is important for employees and business as well. This is the perfect opportunity to get things done! You know, all those things you...Read More

Will People Buy Tickets to Your Event? Analyze Your Audience

Posted on March 30, 2020September 18, 2022 by sheryl

Saying you want to have an event is easy. Coming up with general ideas of what and why you want to have an event is easy. Figuring out if people will want to actually come to your event is not as easy and finding out if people will pay to attend your event takes even more work. I sit down with Lany Sullivan to talk about “getting butts in seats” for your event. We look at analyzing...Read More

Event Landing Page Tips

Posted on March 29, 2020 by sheryl

The reason you plan an event is so you can bring people together for a common cause. Your main goal is to fill your event with people, it doesn’t matter if it is a free event or a paid event, you want people to participate and your landing page can make draw people in to register or it can turn them away. If people get the info they want and it appeals to them, they will register...Read More

Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar 360 Images

Posted on February 26, 2020February 26, 2020 by sheryl

Restaurants and bars are always at the top of the list for local searches. People love to go out to eat and hangout with friends, but when it comes to choosing where they are going to go, a few things come into play. Of course everyone has their favorite spot, but as you know, sometimes you want something different or maybe you are new to the area and haven’t had the chance to pick your spot yet....Read More

Now You Can Add a Link to Your TikTok

Posted on February 19, 2020 by sheryl

TikTok has hit the main stream and it seems as if they have now seen the light and are going full speed ahead. At this time they have no real competition and they are taking advantage of that by listening to their users and adding features ask for. Now if you don’t already know what Tik Tok is, you may want to see my post and video – What is TikTok. But, if you are already on...Read More

Post to Your Facebook Top Fans Only

Posted on February 14, 2020February 17, 2020 by sheryl

Having loyal fans on Facebook is a must if you want engagement and shares on your post, which in turn, increases your reach. If you have low or no engagement, then it takes a lot more work to get your post seen and to grow your following. So if you have even a few top fans, you want to keep them. Everyone likes to feel special and rewarded for their efforts and you have that option by...Read More

Facebook Is Testing an Updated Layout 2020

Posted on February 14, 2020February 17, 2020 by sheryl

It has been a while since Facebook has enraged the masses, so they are beta testing a new layout. While it says it is easier to use, I’m not so sure about that. I tested the new layout and found a few issues that don’t make it better (Yes, I know it is called beta for a reason.) As you watch the video showing you all the glitz and glory, a few things I noticed right off...Read More

What is TikTok

Posted on February 10, 2020November 23, 2022 by sheryl

You’ve got questions, I’ve got answers. When it comes to being a social media manager, most people think of Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, but there is MUCH more to it if you really want to help your clients be seen when they’re needed. Not all clients do well on those “normal” platforms, so we have to think outside the box. We have to do testing on a variety of platforms and then we know what may get...Read More