Stop Scrolling, Start Scaling® Podcast
The social media marketing podcast for busy professionals who want strategic, sustainable growth, not just more followers. Hosted by Emma Tessler, founder and CEO of Ninety Five Media, this show breaks down what’s actually working in digital marketing right now. From Instagram strategy and content marketing systems to algorithm updates and lead generation, Emma shares the behind-the-scenes strategies you need to know in order to see an ROI from your marketing today. No fluff. No chasing trends for the sake of it. Just proven marketing strategies and actionable steps you can implement immediately. New episodes drop every Monday and Wednesday!
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279. A Belief About Marketing That Is Holding You Back
05/20/2026
279. A Belief About Marketing That Is Holding You Back
Ignoring your marketing might feel easier in the moment, but it’s one of the fastest ways to lose opportunities without even realizing it. In this episode, you will learn about the hidden cost of avoidance and why outdated or inconsistent marketing can actively work against your business. Through real examples and clear data, this conversation reframes marketing as a responsibility, rather than an optional task. Because whether you’re actively showing up or not, your audience is still forming opinions based on what they find. And in today’s landscape, social media is often the first place they look. This episode also challenges the belief that doing nothing is neutral. It’s a decision that shapes how your brand is perceived, who reaches out, and who walks away. Instead, Emma introduces a more powerful mindset, one rooted in ownership, clarity, and intentional visibility. If your marketing has felt inconsistent, overwhelming, or easy to push aside, this episode will help you rethink your role, take back control, and start showing up in a way that actually supports your growth. Listen in as Emma explains: Why ignoring your marketing actively damages brand perception and client acquisition How outdated social media creates confusion and drives away ideal clients Why social media is now the primary first impression for most brands And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE AUDIT What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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278. How to Build a Marketing Strategy That Works (+ a New Offer!)
05/13/2026
278. How to Build a Marketing Strategy That Works (+ a New Offer!)
If your marketing feels inconsistent, frustrating, or like it’s not driving results, the problem likely isn’t effort, it’s strategy. In this episode, we break down why so many businesses struggle to see traction and how jumping between tactics is actually holding them back. From posting sporadically to outsourcing without direction to following generic advice online, these common habits create scattered messaging and inconsistent outcomes. The reality is that without a clear, long-term plan, it’s nearly impossible to gather meaningful data, refine your approach, or build real momentum. This conversation reframes marketing as a strategic function of your business, not a reactive task. Because when strategy is missing, everything feels harder. More importantly, it highlights what changes when a clear, customized strategy is in place: clarity, direction, confidence, and ultimately, consistent demand. Listen in as Emma explains: Why lack of strategy is the root cause of most marketing challenges How jumping between tactics prevents meaningful growth and data collection Why generic marketing advice fails without customization to your business And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! GRAB YOUR MARKETING GROWTH BLUEPRINT If you’re tired of throwing tactics at the wall and hoping something sticks, the Marketing Growth Blueprint gives you the clarity and direction to finally make your marketing work like a real growth engine. In one focused strategy session, we pinpoint what’s been holding you back, simplify your next steps, and map a marketing plan you can actually execute over the next 120+ days. You will walk away knowing exactly what to prioritize to generate more leads, convert more consistently, and stop wasting time on content that isn’t moving the needle. Get your Marketing Growth Blueprint here:
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277. The Messaging Mistakes Costing You Clients (And What to Say Instead)
05/11/2026
277. The Messaging Mistakes Costing You Clients (And What to Say Instead)
If your content is getting views but not converting, your messaging might be the problem, not your visibility. This episode breaks down the critical mistakes business owners make when talking about their offers and why unclear, passive, or overly broad messaging is costing you clients. When your audience doesn’t immediately understand who you help, what you do, and the result you deliver, they move on, no matter how often they see your content. Listen in to learn why vague statements fail to resonate, how soft language undermines trust, and why conviction is the key to driving conversions. Clear messaging is not about sounding clever or polished, it’s about being understood instantly. This episode also walks through practical ways to refine your messaging, and how to simplify your offer into a clear, outcome-driven statement. When done right, strong messaging builds trust, creates clarity, and makes it easy for the right people to say yes. Listen in as Emma explains: Why vague messaging prevents your audience from recognizing your value How passive language weakens trust and lowers conversions Why conviction in your offer directly impacts buyer confidence And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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276. May 2026 Marketing Updates: Instagram Analytics Upgrades, TikTok AI Video Tools & LinkedIn Search Expansion
05/06/2026
276. May 2026 Marketing Updates: Instagram Analytics Upgrades, TikTok AI Video Tools & LinkedIn Search Expansion
If social media feels like it’s changing faster than you can keep up, hop off the hamster wheel and tune in to this episode. In this May 2026 Marketing Updates breakdown, we’re bringing you clarity on the most important platform changes impacting your strategy right now. From Instagram expanding algorithm controls and rolling out new performance metrics, to TikTok doubling down on AI-generated video tools, and Pinterest proving its power as a revenue-driving ad platform. The episode also explores LinkedIn’s evolving role as a search engine, highlighting how AI-powered discovery is changing the way audiences find content, brands, and opportunities. More importantly, this conversation reframes how to approach constant platform changes without feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Instead of chasing every update, it’s about understanding what actually matters, what to test, and how to stay aligned with your audience. If you’ve been feeling behind, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and move forward with clarity and confidence. Listen in as Emma explains: Why Instagram’s new metrics signal a shift in content performance priorities How TikTok’s AI tools are changing ad creation and creative strategy How LinkedIn’s search evolution impacts discoverability and audience growth And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE AUDIT What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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275. The Truth About “Waiting for the Right Time” to Invest in Marketing
05/04/2026
275. The Truth About “Waiting for the Right Time” to Invest in Marketing
Hiring support is one of the most powerful decisions you can make in your business, and also one of the hardest. In this episode, Emma is unpacking why so many founders hesitate to delegate, even when they know it’s the next step, and what’s actually waiting on the other side of that decision. From fear of losing control to wanting to “figure it out first,” these thought patterns feel productive, but often keep you stuck in the same place. The reality is that growth doesn’t come from doing more, it comes from focusing on the right things and letting go of the rest. Through real client experiences and personal insight, this episode breaks down how hiring the right support creates structure, consistency, and momentum in your business. You’ll also hear why there is no perfect time to hire, how delaying decisions impacts your growth, and what it actually looks like when you bring in experts who can execute at a higher level than you can alone. If you’ve been sitting on the fence about hiring, this episode will challenge your mindset and help you take the next step forward. Listen in as Emma explains: Why fear and control are the biggest blockers to hiring support Why waiting for the “right time” to hire keeps your business stuck What actually happens when you invest in the right support And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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274. The ONE Change You Need to Make to Your Sales Message
04/29/2026
274. The ONE Change You Need to Make to Your Sales Message
Most brands don’t have a visibility problem, they have a conversion problem, and it all comes down to how you’re communicating. In this episode, Emma is breaking down the critical difference between marketing and sales, and why confusing the two is costing you revenue. While marketing is designed to build awareness and bring people in, sales is what actually drives action, and your messaging needs to reflect that shift. Through Emma’s recent real-life car buying experience, this episode highlights one of the most common mistakes brands make, focusing on what they think matters instead of what their audience actually cares about. It’s not about listing features or sounding polished, it’s about understanding how your customer thinks, what they value, and how your offer fits into their life. You’ll also hear a fresh perspective on using AI in your content process, and why it should support your ideas, not replace your voice. If your content is getting views but not converting, this episode will challenge how you approach messaging and give you a clear, simple way to fix it. Listen in as Emma explains: The key difference between marketing visibility and sales-driven conversion messaging Why most brands focus on the wrong details in their content How to shift your messaging to match your audience’s buying behavior And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! NEW QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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273. Social Media Can’t Be Your Only Growth Channel
04/27/2026
273. Social Media Can’t Be Your Only Growth Channel
If you’ve been relying on social media to drive all of your business growth, this episode will completely change how you think about your strategy. Social media is powerful, but it was never designed to do everything. When you expect it to generate awareness, nurture leads, and drive conversions all on its own, you set yourself up for frustration. The truth is, social media is just the entry point, not the full journey. In this episode, Emma breaks down the marketing funnel in a simple, actionable way so you can understand exactly where social media fits and what’s missing from your current strategy. You’ll learn why awareness alone isn’t enough, how to guide your audience through the consumption phase, and what it actually takes to convert followers into paying customers. We also walk through the essential growth channels every business should be using, including email marketing, free offers, and in-person experiences that build trust faster. Listen in as Emma explains: Why social media best serves as the awareness stage of your marketing funnel How the consumption phase builds trust and moves leads toward conversion Why relying on social media alone limits your ability to generate sales And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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272. What I No Longer Believe About Social Media Marketing
04/22/2026
272. What I No Longer Believe About Social Media Marketing
After a decade in social media marketing, we know that what used to work simply doesn’t anymore. The platforms have evolved, audiences have changed, and the way people build trust online looks completely different than it did even a few years ago. Yet so many brands are still operating from outdated beliefs without even realizing it. In this episode, Emma breaks down four of the most common social media marketing myths that could be quietly holding your business back – ones that she herself used to believe! From the obsession with aesthetic feeds to the fear of giving away too much value, these mindsets are keeping brands stuck in strategies that no longer convert. You’ll learn what actually drives growth today, why messaging matters more than visuals, and how to create content that builds trust and authority. Plus, we unpack the real role of paid ads and how to use them effectively without wasting your budget. Get ready to evolve your strategy and start seeing better results. Listen in as Emma explains: Why strong messaging now matters more than aesthetic social media feeds How giving away valuable content builds authority and long-term trust Why polished, scripted content performs worse than clear, authentic communication And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! NEW QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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271. Stop Posting Lifestyle Content That Doesn’t Convert (The Shift From Lifestyle to Leadership)
04/15/2026
271. Stop Posting Lifestyle Content That Doesn’t Convert (The Shift From Lifestyle to Leadership)
The market has shifted, and attention alone is no longer enough to convert informed, selective buyers. While lifestyle content builds connection and brand awareness, it rarely drives confident purchasing decisions. Today’s buyers are searching for certainty, clarity, and leadership. In this episode, you’ll discover why leadership content (not perfectly curated visuals) is what positions you as the obvious choice in your industry. You’ll learn how small mindset shifts can transform your content from aesthetic to authoritative, and why educational posts actually increase demand rather than replace your services. When done well, authority-building content guides your audience across the bridge from what they currently believe to what they need to believe in order to hire you. By understanding what clients are truly paying for - application, efficiency, expertise, and decision-making - you’ll see why stepping into leadership is the fastest path to higher-quality inquiries and stronger conversions. Listen in as Emma explains: Why lifestyle content builds awareness but not buyer confidence The four things clients are actually paying you for How educational content increases demand for your services And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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270. How Carolyn Haeler Raised $5M and Built a National CPG Cookie Brand from Scratch
04/15/2026
270. How Carolyn Haeler Raised $5M and Built a National CPG Cookie Brand from Scratch
What happens when burnout, a health diagnosis, and an obsession with baking the perfect gluten-free cookie lead to a multimillion-dollar business? In this episode, Emma speaks with Carolyn Haeler about the story behind her nationally distributed gluten-free cookie brand, Mightylicious. From walking into a grocery store with homemade samples to landing on shelves in Whole Foods, Walmart, and beyond, this conversation breaks down what it actually takes to scale a CPG brand. Emma and Carolyn discuss the realities most founders don’t see coming, including cash flow challenges, supply chain unpredictability, and the surprising truth that having a great product isn’t enough. It also unpacks the power of being forward, asking for feedback, and leveraging relationships to unlock opportunities, including raising $5 million through crowdfunding. If you’ve ever considered starting a product-based business, you’ll enjoy the deeper conversation around resilience, risk-taking, and navigating the emotional side of entrepreneurship, especially as a female founder. Listen in as Emma and Carolyn discuss: How one bold question led to national retail distribution opportunities for Mightylicious Why product quality alone is not enough to succeed in CPG How funding, cash flow, and distribution unlock scalable business growth And much, much more! Connect with Carolyn and try her cookies: Website: TikTok: Instagram: Facebook: Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! NEW QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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269. How Content Pillars Make Content Creation Faster + Easier
04/13/2026
269. How Content Pillars Make Content Creation Faster + Easier
You likely don’t need more IDEAS, you need more DIRECTION in your content. If your strategy feels scattered, inconsistent, or harder than it should be, this episode will show you why. Emma breaks down the real reason most brands struggle with content clarity: you don’t understand the difference between content buckets and content pillars, and you’re using them interchangeably. In this episode, you’ll learn how content buckets define the emotional role your content plays, while content pillars shape what you’re strategically known for. When those two concepts are confused, content either becomes unfocused or repetitive without purpose. When they’re aligned, everything clicks. After tuning in, you will walk away with a clear understanding of the three universal content buckets and how each one builds authority, trust, and connection. You will also discover how to choose three to six content pillars that support your positioning and align with the awareness, interest, and conversion stages of the marketing funnel. The result? Content that feels simpler to create, clearer to consume, and far more effective at driving sales. Listen in as Emma explains: The difference between content buckets and content pillars How to choose 3-6 strategic content pillars using the marketing funnel Why clear pillars make your content easier to create and convert And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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268. April 2026 Marketing Updates: “Instagram Plus” Rollout, TikTok Premium Ads & Reddit Shopping Tools
04/08/2026
268. April 2026 Marketing Updates: “Instagram Plus” Rollout, TikTok Premium Ads & Reddit Shopping Tools
April’s industry updates prove just how quickly the social media landscape is shifting. From long-awaited feature releases to major monetization pushes, platforms are doubling down on performance, visibility, and paid opportunities. In this episode, Emma reveals how Instagram is finally giving creators more control with post-published carousel edits, while also teasing a premium subscription tier that could completely change how we think about reach and conversions. Meanwhile, TikTok and Reddit are leaning heavily into advertising innovation, offering brands new ways to capture attention at high-intent moments and turn engagement into real revenue. You’ll also hear about how Pinterest is simplifying paid media with an easier entry point, and LinkedIn is quietly becoming one of the most powerful tools for SEO and AI discoverability through long-form content. The common thread? Social media is no longer just about showing up, it’s about strategy, adaptability, and knowing where to invest your time and budget. Listen in as Emma explains: Why “Instagram Plus” could reshape visibility, conversions, and story strategy How LinkedIn’s long-form content boosts AI discoverability and search presence Why paid media expansion across platforms signals a stronger pay-to-play future And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! NEW QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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267. You Have the Data, So Why Aren’t You Using It? How to Interpret and Leverage Your Social Media Analytics to Increase Your Revenue
04/06/2026
267. You Have the Data, So Why Aren’t You Using It? How to Interpret and Leverage Your Social Media Analytics to Increase Your Revenue
Data is the difference between guessing in your marketing and scaling it with confidence. Most brands are sitting on valuable insights, but very few are actually leveraging them to drive revenue. In this episode, Emma unpacks how data, when used correctly, becomes your most powerful tool for making smarter, more profitable decisions. You’ll understand how high-performing businesses use data to remove emotion from their decision-making, identify what’s truly working, and confidently choose their next steps. You’ll also hear one of the biggest mistakes brands make when it comes to the numbers: focusing on vanity metrics instead of data that reflects real buyer behavior. By hearing real-life examples of the impact of decision making by the numbers, you’ll walk away knowing how to interpret your social media analytics, refine your messaging, and create content that actually converts. If you’re ready to stop relying solely on gut instinct and start making decisions backed by real numbers, this episode will give you the clarity and direction you need to scale more strategically and profitably. Listen in as Emma explains: Why your data is useless if it doesn’t change your decisions How to spot the difference between vanity metrics and buyer behavior What your data should tell you to do more of, and what to cut immediately And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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266. What Scaling Brands Prioritize That Early-Stage Brands Ignore
04/01/2026
266. What Scaling Brands Prioritize That Early-Stage Brands Ignore
What if the thing keeping your brand stuck isn’t effort, but focus? In this episode, Emma breaks down the subtle yet powerful differences between early-stage brands and those that scale with consistency and revenue. She reveals why doing more isn’t the answer, and how prioritizing the right things is what truly drives growth. You’ll learn why unclear messaging, lack of systems, and relying on guesswork can quietly stall your progress, even when you’re showing up consistently. Emma walks through the four essential priorities that scaling brands get right, and introduces a free Social Media Health Check to help you identify exactly where your brand stands and what to focus on next. If you’ve been feeling like you’re doing all the things but not seeing results, this episode will help you simplify your strategy and move forward with clarity and confidence. Listen in as Emma explains: Why clear positioning attracts the right audience and speeds up conversions How conversion systems turn visibility into consistent revenue growth How to employ strategic restraint to grow faster And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them! FREE QUIZ! What if I told you your content isn’t converting, your audience isn’t engaging, and it feels like too much work - not because you’re failing, but because your social media needs a check-up? Take our FREE Social Media Health Check today to: ✅ See where your social media stands today ✅ Identify your growth stage ✅ Discover the next step to level up your results Just because you haven’t seen results yet doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. We’re here to help. Ready to find out how you're doing? Take our free Social Media Health Check:
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265. How successful was your Q1? 4 Key Metrics to Track That Actually Drive Revenue
03/30/2026
265. How successful was your Q1? 4 Key Metrics to Track That Actually Drive Revenue
Drowning in analytics and not sure what actually matters? We get it! In this episode, Emma simplifies the overwhelm of reviewing your Q1 marketing performance by breaking down the four essential metrics that truly tell the story of your results. Instead of getting lost in endless data points, she explains how to focus on reach, saves and shares, profile visits, and DMs to understand what’s working and what’s not. You’ll learn how each metric maps to a specific stage of your marketing funnel, from building awareness to driving real conversions. Emma also highlights how consumer behavior has shifted toward private engagement, making traditional metrics like likes and comments less reliable indicators of success. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel confident analyzing your data with clarity and purpose, so you can make smarter, more strategic decisions heading into Q2. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your content performance into actual business growth, this episode will show you exactly where to look and what to do next. Listen in as Emma explains: How to simplify your analytics and focus on what actually matters Why most brands are tracking the wrong performance indicators today How to interpret your data to make smarter marketing decisions And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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264. 7,200 Website Visits & 4K New Followers in 10 Months (Real Client Results)
03/25/2026
264. 7,200 Website Visits & 4K New Followers in 10 Months (Real Client Results)
Many brands are posting consistently on social media, but very few are turning that effort into real, measurable growth. In this episode, Emma pulls back the curtain on a real client success story, sharing exactly how one established brand generated over 7,200 organic website visits in just 10 months. Despite having a strong foundation of professional visuals, an engaged audience, and consistent posting, the brand struggled with a lack of strategy, minimal video content, and an underutilized founder presence. Three key shifts transformed their results, and you’ll hear a breakdown of each in this episode. You’ll also hear how these changes led to a 154% increase in reach, thousands of new followers, and a more aligned, ready-to-buy audience. This episode is a powerful reminder that growth doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from doing the right things with intention. If you’ve been posting without seeing meaningful results, this behind-the-scenes breakdown will show you what’s possible when you lock in the right strategy. Listen in as Emma explains: The strategic content shifts that led to 7,200 website visits in 10 months Why human-centered content builds trust and boosts engagement faster How video content increases reach and attracts new, aligned audiences And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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263. 5 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Content Strategy (And What To Do Next)
03/23/2026
263. 5 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Content Strategy (And What To Do Next)
Your content strategy isn’t supposed to last forever, and treating it like it should could be holding your brand back. In this episode, Emma breaks down one of the trickiest calls to make: realizing when the strategy that once worked is no longer the strategy that will move the business forward. As your brand evolves, your goals, audiences, and offers will change too, but many people continue operating with the same content plan that supported them months or even years ago. This episode explains why that disconnect happens and why outgrowing a strategy is actually a positive sign of growth, not failure. You’ll learn the key indicators that your strategy may no longer be aligned with your business stage, including when content decisions start feeling harder, engagement metrics stop translating into revenue, and your content no longer supports a clear customer journey. You’ll also understand the mindset shifts necessary to approach strategy as an evolving framework rather than a fixed plan. Tune in for practical questions every brand should ask when rebuilding a strategy so your content can support the next stage of growth. Listen in as Emma explains: The warning signs that your brand has outgrown its current content strategy How visibility, trust, and conversion require different strategic approaches The key questions to ask when rebuilding a strategy for your next stage And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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262. Five Q2 Social Media Themes + Content Ideas for Scaling Brands
03/18/2026
262. Five Q2 Social Media Themes + Content Ideas for Scaling Brands
The arrival of the spring season completely shifts how your audience thinks, shops, and engages online. As Q2 approaches, it’s the perfect time to refresh your marketing strategy by aligning your content with the seasonal mindset your audience is already experiencing. In this episode, you’ll learn how consumer behavior evolves as winter routines fade and people begin embracing renewal, planning, and more active lifestyles. Rather than chasing fleeting trends, understanding your audience’s mindset is one of the most powerful ways to create relevant and high-performing content. From the psychological “fresh start” energy of spring to the increase in outdoor activities and summer planning, Emma explains why these seasonal shifts create valuable opportunities for you to connect with your audiences in more meaningful ways. You’ll learn five key consumer behavior themes shaping Q2 marketing and how to translate them into engaging social media content, as well as practical content ideas that will help you create emotional connections with your followers and drive engagement. Listen in as Emma explains: How the spring “fresh start” mindset creates powerful marketing opportunities Why lifestyle and outdoor content performs better during the Q2 season How summer planning content attracts high-intent and forward-thinking audiences And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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261. What I Wish You Would Ask Me About Social Media Marketing
03/16/2026
261. What I Wish You Would Ask Me About Social Media Marketing
Most people are asking the wrong questions about social media, and it’s costing them real results. After several recent speaking engagements, Emma noticed a pattern: brands are looking for quick tactical answers when what they truly need are deeper strategic insights. Instead of focusing on algorithms, trends, and the “best time to post,” the real breakthroughs in marketing come from asking better questions about strategy, trust, and sustainability. In this episode, Emma shares the five powerful questions she wishes more people would ask about their content and marketing strategy. These questions shift the focus from chasing visibility to building a system that actually supports business growth. From understanding the true role of your content to measuring success beyond vanity metrics, you’ll learn how thoughtful questions can transform the way you approach social media. You’ll also get a breakdown of why building trust before selling is essential, how repetition strengthens your brand message, and why sustainability should be a priority in your content creation process. Listen in as Emma explains: How to define the real job your content should do for your business Why trust-building content must come before sales messaging Why sustainable systems are essential for long-term content success And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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260. How Kieryn Wang Built a Boutique Email Marketing Agency, Plus Her Strategy for 50%+ Open Rates
03/11/2026
260. How Kieryn Wang Built a Boutique Email Marketing Agency, Plus Her Strategy for 50%+ Open Rates
Social media is a powerful tool in building your brand - but what is even more strategic is thinking about your customer journey as a whole. That’s where email marketing comes in. Longtime listeners know that Emma advocates for building a strong email list, and in this episode, she sits down with email marketing strategist and ALLMOST founder Kieryn Wang to unpack why owning your email list is one of the most powerful moves you can make for long-term revenue growth. With over 12 years in digital marketing - including experience in highly regulated industries where accounts were constantly at risk - Kieryn shares why email offers more control, deeper data insights, and stronger community-building opportunities than social alone. You’ll hear Emma and Kieryn explore how to build an email list from scratch, what actually drives high open and click-through rates, and how brands can turn subscribers into loyal advocates. From subject line psychology to storytelling, this episode is your roadmap to making email marketing your most reliable growth channel. Listen in as Emma and Kieryn discuss: How email helps nurture and deepen relationships with your audience Where to begin when you’re starting an email list from scratch Subject line psychology that increases open rates And much, much more! Connect with Kieryn: Website: Instagram: Freebie: Download the Inbox-to-Revenue Toolkit — an email analytics tracker and annual content calendar for brands ready to turn inboxes into income. Link here: Freebie Download Bonus: Get an extra $30 off The Conversion Club, a monthly membership for founders ready to turn email into their most profitable and sustainable sales channel, with code SCALE. Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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259. Retention Is the New Attention: How to Win the Social Media Algorithm in 2026
03/09/2026
259. Retention Is the New Attention: How to Win the Social Media Algorithm in 2026
In 2026, simply getting attention isn’t the silver bullet it used to be. The new metric to optimize for? Retention. When competition was lower and algorithms were simpler, getting in front of new audiences worked well for growth, but in today’s landscape, retention is far more powerful. In this episode, Emma explains how metrics like watch time, completion rate, replays, saves, and returning viewers will now determine whether your content continues to be shown. If your audience drops off after a few seconds, the algorithm moves on, no matter how many new people you reached. But when viewers stay, rewatch, and engage, the platform recognizes value and serves your content again and again. Listen in to hear about why retention is what will build familiarity, trust, and ultimately revenue for your business. You’ll also take home some practical strategies to improve your hooks, tighten delivery, and create rewatchable content that drives long-term growth in 2026. Listen in as Emma explains: Why retention isn’t just a metric, it’s your competitive advantage Practical ways to improve hooks, pacing, and rewatchability How watch time and completion rate drive visibility And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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258. March 2026 Marketing Updates: Meta’s AI Video App, Reddit’s Explosive Growth & AI Search Changes
03/04/2026
258. March 2026 Marketing Updates: Meta’s AI Video App, Reddit’s Explosive Growth & AI Search Changes
AI isn’t just on the horizon for social media, it’s already reshaping it. From Meta testing a new standalone AI-generated video app, to major algorithm improvements boosting organic reach, the landscape is evolving fast. In this March 2026 Marketing Updates episode, Emma breaks down the biggest platform shifts you need on your radar right now to make your most informed marketing decisions. Reddit is experiencing explosive revenue and user growth, positioning itself as a powerful lower-funnel advertising platform, while LinkedIn is offering new guidance on optimizing for AI-driven search visibility as traditional Google clicks decline. Meanwhile, Pinterest has launched a built-in media planner inside Ads Manager, signaling serious investment in paid performance and future growth. If you’re marketing online in 2026, this is one episode you can’t afford to skip. Emma unpacks what these updates actually mean for your content strategy, where AI belongs (and where it doesn’t), and how to stay ahead as consumer behavior continues shifting toward AI-powered discovery. Listen in as Emma explains: Why Meta’s Vibes app signals a major AI shift How AI-powered algorithms are boosting organic video reach Why Reddit is becoming one of the highest-converting marketing platforms And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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257. The Content Role You’re Neglecting In Your Business
03/02/2026
257. The Content Role You’re Neglecting In Your Business
If you think you don’t have time to create content, this episode will completely change the way you see your role as a business owner. In today’s digital landscape, being a founder automatically means being a content creator, whether you’ve embraced it yet or not, and in this episode, Emma challenges the common belief that content requires hours of extra effort. In fact, most business owners are already generating valuable material throughout their day and just aren’t capturing it. From client meetings and team collaborations to problem-solving and decision-making, these everyday moments are exactly what audiences want to see because they build trust, transparency, and connection. Instead of hiding behind polished visuals or outsourcing your presence, this episode will explore how to show the human side of your brand and let consumers see what truly goes on behind the scenes. Tune in to learn how to stop overcomplicating your content, start documenting what already exists, and leverage your greatest business asset for long-term growth. Listen in as Emma explains: How everyday work moments can become high-impact marketing assets The connection between visibility, trust, and sustainable brand demand Simple mindset shifts that make capturing content easier and more consistent And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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256. Exactly What to Post This Week
02/25/2026
256. Exactly What to Post This Week
If you’ve ever stared at your phone wondering what on earth you should post this week, we’ve got your back with this episode. Emma is taking you through a realistic, agency-level weekly content plan designed to eliminate decision fatigue and help you show up online with clarity and purpose. Instead of chasing trends or reinventing the wheel every seven days, you’ll learn why repeating a core message is far more effective for building trust and driving conversions. You’ll also hear the three goals every strong content strategy should support, as well as the exact five-post weekly framework the Ninety Five Media team uses to position their clients as experts, build credibility, and create emotional buy-in from audiences. When you’re on the content hamster wheel, it’s easy to forget that posting with direction matters more than posting just to hit a quota, and leaving space for flexibility is actually what keeps your strategy relevant. Listen in to understand how to simplify your social media routine, strengthen your messaging, and create a week’s worth of content that truly works for your business. Listen in as Emma and Natasha discuss: The three content goals that move audiences from discovery to conversion A five-post weekly framework that removes guesswork from your strategy How authority, proof, and relational content accelerate trust with buyers And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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255. How to Get More Followers on Instagram (Social Bite)
02/23/2026
255. How to Get More Followers on Instagram (Social Bite)
If you’ve been pouring energy into Instagram but still wondering why your follower count isn’t reflecting your effort, consider this your reset. In this episode, Emma challenges the obsession with chasing followers and reveals why meaningful growth is actually the result of clear messaging, a consistent perspective, and trust-building content. Instead of creating posts for quick validation or fleeting dopamine hits, the most successful accounts focus on delivering value and making their message instantly understandable. When your audience can immediately identify who your content is for and the problem you solve, following becomes an easy “yes.” Tune in to discover how shifting social media behaviors are changing the way people follow accounts, pushing brands and creators to prioritize familiarity and repetition over randomness to stay memorable. You’ll learn pro insights you can implement right away to create content people don’t just see, but choose to follow. Listen in as Emma explains: The three critical questions your profile must answer before someone hits “follow” Why follower growth is an outcome of high-quality, trust-building content, not a tactic to chase How to strike the right balance between trending and evergreen content And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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254. How to Start a New Instagram Account in 2026 (The Strategy I’d Use Today)
02/18/2026
254. How to Start a New Instagram Account in 2026 (The Strategy I’d Use Today)
Starting a new Instagram account in 2026 doesn’t mean you’re late, it means you can do it smarter. With years of platform changes behind us, creators like you now have clarity on what Instagram actually rewards – and spoiler, it’s not volume, virality, or perfectly polished content. In this episode, Emma breaks down exactly how she would approach building (or restarting) an Instagram account today, using real client results and the proven Ninety Five Media Method. You’ll learn why intention beats frequency, why engagement metrics are misleading, and why trust (not discovery) should be your first priority. You’ll also hear how a dormant account revived by Ninety Five Media after six years saw explosive growth in just 90 days, and what that teaches us about goals, strategy, execution, and data in 2026. From creating for the lurker to using data as your growth compass, this episode reframes what it really takes to win on Instagram now. If you’re thinking about starting fresh, reviving an old account, or building a personal brand with long-term traction, this episode will give you the exact foundation to do it right. Listen in as Emma and Natasha discuss: Why Instagram rewards intention, clarity, and trust over posting volume Which content strategies work best for new accounts in 2026 The data points that matter most for sustainable Instagram growth And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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253. The 3 Workflows That Keep Our Marketing Running Without Me Touching It (Social Bite)
02/16/2026
253. The 3 Workflows That Keep Our Marketing Running Without Me Touching It (Social Bite)
Do you feel buried in the day-to-day details of your marketing? The truth is, with the help of some intentionally designed workflows, marketing can actually be one of the easiest areas for founders to step out of. It’s just a matter of getting strong systems in place. In this episode, Emma pulls back the curtain on the exact systems that allow Ninety Five Media to stay consistent with marketing without requiring her to be stuck in the weeds or sacrifice quality. You’ll learn the three non-negotiable workflows for hands-off marketing, why most long-form content fails at repurposing, and how filming with short-form distribution in mind changes results entirely. Emma also shares the technical fundamentals, including video ratios, lighting, and audio, that determine whether your content stops the scroll or gets skipped. Why not try automating one workflow this week? Discover how it helps you step out of daily marketing and scale with more focus and confidence. Listen in as Emma explains: Why founders must step out of day-to-day marketing to scale sustainably The technical mistakes that make content unusable on social media The three marketing workflows that keep your brand visible without constant founder involvement And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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252. How to Build a High-Converting Website: Copy-First Design, Web Dev Strategy, and Common Founder Mistakes with Natasha Golinsky
02/11/2026
252. How to Build a High-Converting Website: Copy-First Design, Web Dev Strategy, and Common Founder Mistakes with Natasha Golinsky
Building a beautiful website is easy these days. Building one that actually converts is where most founders go wrong. As the founder of a custom web and Shopify development agency, Natasha Golinsky knows how to launch a high-performing website. She joins Emma to break down how you should approach building a website that truly works for your business: what to focus on, what actually drives conversions, and what’s just noise. From the difference between web design and web development to why copy matters more than aesthetics, Natasha shares hard-earned insights from over a decade crafting sites clients love. Together, Emma and Natasha unpack common founder mistakes, why websites should be treated as living business assets (not one-and-done projects), and how marketing, copy, UX, and development must work together to create meaningful conversions. They also dive into Shopify vs WooCommerce, how to know when you actually need a dev team, and how AI is reshaping the future of web development. If you’re a founder investing in your website or wondering why your traffic isn’t converting, this episode will completely change how you think about web strategy. Listen in as Emma and Natasha discuss: Why high-converting websites start with copy, not design or development When you actually need a developer (and when you don’t) How simple UX decisions dramatically impact conversions and marketing results And much, much more! Connect with Natasha: Website: Linkedin: Chat with Natasha about your website: Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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251. Why Your Best Content Should Feel Boring (Social Bite)
02/09/2026
251. Why Your Best Content Should Feel Boring (Social Bite)
If you’ve ever worried that your content feels boring, repetitive, or like a broken record, this episode will completely change how you show up online. Feeling bored with your own content is often the clearest sign that it’s finally working. In this episode, Emma unpacks the myth that creators must constantly reinvent themselves to stay relevant and explains why repetition is actually the foundation of clarity, trust, and conversion. Audience behavior data shows us that content that might feel “boring” or repetitive to a creator, actually communicates discipline, confidence, and intentional brand leadership. With only a small percentage of your audience seeing each post – and most people needing to hear a message multiple times before taking action – repeating yourself isn’t lazy or salesy. It’s generous. When you consistently reinforce the same message in new ways, you help your audience understand who you are, what you stand for, and how you can help them, without confusion or friction. This episode is a powerful reminder that effective communication beats novelty every time. Listen in as Emma explains: Why consistent messaging helps your audience take action How repetition builds trust faster than chasing attention The difference between new information and effective communication And so much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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250. February 2026 Marketing Updates: LinkedIn + AI Visibility, Instagram Friends & Will OpenAI Acquire Pinterest?
02/04/2026
250. February 2026 Marketing Updates: LinkedIn + AI Visibility, Instagram Friends & Will OpenAI Acquire Pinterest?
AI-driven search is reshaping how your content gets discovered and most brands aren’t paying attention. In our February 2026 Marketing Updates episode, Emma breaks down four major shifts happening right now across AI, social platforms, and content discovery that could significantly impact your marketing strategy this year. From LinkedIn content showing up more frequently in AI search results to Instagram testing a major change that replaces “followers” with “friends,” these updates signal a clear move away from vanity metrics and toward relevance, trust, and real connection. Reports also suggest that OpenAI may acquire Pinterest, which could have huge implications for product discovery, e-commerce, and the future of AI-powered shopping. Listen in to understand how to prepare, whether you’re already on Pinterest or are thinking of joining. Finally, you’ll hear how Meta is improving Reels recommendations using direct user feedback and why this raises the bar for content quality moving forward. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve, rethink where and how you show up online, and make smarter, more strategic marketing decisions as AI continues to change the social media landscape. Listen in as Emma explains: Why LinkedIn content is increasingly cited in AI-driven search results What OpenAI’s rumored Pinterest acquisition means for e-commerce brands Why Meta’s improved Reels recommendations demand more intentional content And much, much more! Connect with Ninety Five Media: Check out our website: Follow us on Instagram: Grow your brand’s social media presence with us: Tell us about your business goals and explore how our social media management services can help you reach them!
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