Ep 290 How To Be Less Romantic about Your IG Posts and Get Unstuck with Leanne Barlow
Release Date: 02/27/2024
The Most Asked Instagram Questions Answered: Reposts, Trial Reels, Email Lists, and More
The Social Strategist
In this episode, I’m answering questions straight from Instagrammers just like! From strategy shifts to time-saving systems, consider this your behind-the-scenes coaching session to help you finally make Instagram work for your business. Join my Free Hooks Masterclass on September 25th Let's hang out on And as always, please leave a rating and review! It means the world.
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Stop Being Weird About Money
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Money. Let’s not be weird about it, okay? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the stories we tell ourselves about money—the guilt, the shame, the fear—and showing you how to rewrite those thoughts so you can finally step into abundance. You’ll hear real struggles women have shared with me, the money stories I’ve had to overcome myself, and the practical steps you can take to shift your mindset and actually welcome more money into your life and business. Because here’s the truth: we need more good people with more money. Get 30% off your 1st year of Honeybook and a 7...
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We're back, baby!
The Social Strategist
The Social Strategist Podcast is back, baby! We're jumping back in to talk about what it actually takes to grow a business, the tools that make it easier, building systems that keep you sane, and the mindset shifts you to step into being a full blown CEO. This is the place where we make Instagram your mic, grow a business that feels good, and talk honestly about what it takes to build success while holding onto the life you love. Let’s get to work! Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use code PODCAST100 for $100 off today! Let's hang...
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Permission Granted
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Building a business when no one around you really understands it can feel lonely. In today’s quick episode, I’m talking about one of the biggest mindset blocks I see: waiting for permission. If you’re building a personality-led brand while juggling real life, this one’s for you. You don’t need to shrink or wait for someone to say it’s okay. This is your permission slip—let’s go. Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use code PODCAST100 for $100 off today! Let's hang out on And as always, please leave a rating and...
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Top Influencer Secrets From Lindsay Nead From Parker Management
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In this episode, I sit down with Lindsay Nead, founder of Parker Management, to talk about the real behind-the-scenes of influencer life. We dive into burnout, comparison, setting boundaries, and what it really takes to turn content creation into a sustainable, thriving business. Whether you're just starting out or an Instagram OG, this one’s packed with real talk and practical insights. Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use code PODCAST100 for $100 off today! Let's hang out on And as always, please leave a rating and review!...
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Pass Me the Cannoli: How to Quiet the Inner Voice
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What does a missing cannoli have to do with fear and personal growth? In this 5-minute episode, Michelle shares how a simple moment at dinner revealed two very different inner dialogues and why understanding your own internal voice matters more than you think. If fear has been quietly calling the shots in your life or business, this episode will help you pause, reset, and move forward with clarity and confidence. Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use code PODCAST100 for $100 off today! Let's hang out on And as always, please...
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From a Trailer to Yale Law School: Mary Marantz on Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt
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In this inspiring episode, bestselling author Mary Marantz shares her incredible journey—from growing up in a single-wide trailer in rural West Virginia to graduating from Yale Law School. Mary opens up about the fears she’s faced along the way, how she’s learned to rise above them, and the tools she uses to keep moving forward. If you’ve ever felt stuck, afraid, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered and equipped to chase your own breakthrough. Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use...
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The Confidence Gap
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Have you ever doubted your expertise and let that hold you back from opportunities? In this episode, we're talking about why women often struggle with confidence despite having the skills. And you know Michelle is not sugar coating it! Listen to learn how to overcome these doubts, step into your power, and bridge the confidence/competence gap. Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use code PODCAST100 for $100 off today! Let's hang out on And as always, please leave a rating and review! It means the world.
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The Hill Blocks the View
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Recently, I noticed a new sign in my neighborhood, "Hill blocks view". I haven't been able to stop thinking about it since. Tune into this short episode, for a powerful metaphor you need to hear about growing your business. Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use code PODCAST100 for $100 off today! Let's hang out on And as always, please leave a rating and review! It means the world.
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The Real Reason People Don’t CARE About Your Content
The Social Strategist
In this episode, we dive into what it means to actually add value on Instagram using the CARE method: Connect, Actionable, Relatable, Entertaining. This will help you clarify if what you're posting is really what you should be posting to attract the right people. Come check out my Viral Hooks Masterclass Grow the Gram is OPEN! Sign up and use code PODCAST100 for $100 off today! Let's hang out on And as always, please leave a rating and review! It means the world.
info_outlineLeanne Barlow has been on Instagram for 15 years, but for the past five years, her growth has topped out. She would grow a hundred followers in a day and she would lose a hundred followers in a day. She was stuck and not growing. Then a few months ago, Leanne reached out to me and we did an Instagram audit and strategy call. Four months later, she has grown 50,000 followers. And she's not stopping. In this episode, we dive into the changes she made and how you can do it too. Just a few of the strategies she implemented are: making her bio more searchable, niching down, and becoming less romantic about the things she's posting. Listen in to hear the rest!
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