Inspirations

7 seconds. According to researchers, that’s ALL the time you have to capture someone’s attention and convince them that your business is EXACTLY what they need.  *Are you as shocked as I was?!* Those 7 seconds are PRECIOUS, so you better use them wisely. Whether you’re…  Meeting someone new at a networking event,  Making conversation

Are you constantly feeling burnt out and finding it hard to obtain consistency and attain your goals? Luckily, I have 5 tips to align your priorities with your goals… But before we dive into how you spend your time, we need to define what success really is and understand that it’s not a one-size-fits-all.  >>Your

Do you have perfect pitch? If your business pitch is out of tune, I’ve got the 4-1-1 on what you should (and shouldn’t do!) so that your pitch is music to your Ideal Client’s ears. Ready to improve your sales pitch? Let’s dive into my best 3 tips! Tip #1: Increase clients saying YES. You

If you knew the side effects you’d experience from having a business before you started, would you keep going? Oh, friend. If your answer isn’t, “HECK YES!” allow me to share what’s in store if you keep chasing that dream of yours… After taking a daily dose of scrappy action and hustle, the side effects

If you knew you were being robbed, what would you do? Well, sound the alarm, because I’m here to let you know something valuable is being stolen from you. But before you dial 9-1-1, let me give you the 4-1-1 on some good news…  We’re going to outsmart this thief – together. Ready for some real

This just in… Making Reels just got SO much easier and more engaging!  >>After sharing a Reel on Instagram, you can now reply to comments people leave on your video with a new Reel.<<  How delightfully sweet is that? Before I show you how easy it is to create your own Reel reply, I’ve got

“Where do I start? I feel overwhelmed, and have no idea how to do it.” Social Curator user Amanda had tears in her eyes as she asked me this question.  Have you been there? Are you there right now? Can you relate to her feelings of overwhelm, frustration, and anxiety?  If you’ve ever been where

It’s time to get Reel tactical.  Yes, you heard me right. I’m talking about Reel tactics that will help you increase your reach and engagement!  Before we dive in, let’s do a quick reality check: Video is here to stay.  Short-form videos (like Reels) are only growing in popularity. All that to say… It’s time,

“Does my Ideal Client need to be emotionally connected with me?” This thoughtful question came from a recent Q&A I hosted on Facebook Live, and I know you could also benefit from the answer.  Ready? Let’s dive in!  Should your Ideal Client be emotionally connected to you? My answer may surprise you… Simply put: No.

You won’t believe how… This will be your new addiction… Psssst I’m spilling a secret… Have I got you hooked yet? Keep reading, because I’m sharing 4 scroll-stopping hooks that will catch your follower’s attention and grow your engagement no matter what kind of business you have! If you’ve been around the block with me

Can I deal it to you straight? People have opinions. Or maybe I should say people have O. PIN. IONS. *with a little extra flavor because we all know how vocal everyone is on the internet!* No matter what you do, someone will have something to say about it: If you decide to start a

“I have a lot of competition.” “My market is so saturated.” “There are a lot of people who do what I do.” Have you ever uttered any of those phrases, friend? If we are being honest with ourselves, we know that there is not a single person in the world who doesn’t do what other

Want 3 no nonsense, no fluff, super specific things to do on social media TODAY to get more engagement? I gotchu! Seriously… If you have just 5 minutes to market your business on social media today, do one of THESE three things and watch your audience begin engaging right before your eyes! But before we

Do you ever wish you could charge luxury prices in your business but don’t know where to start? *I get it, Buttercup… we all want to make the big bucks!* >>Contrary to popular belief, charging luxury prices isn’t only reserved for those who’ve been in business twice as long as you and who are winning

Can I make a confession? I can’t handle awkward silence. *maybe that’s why I speak so loud and so fast, okayyyyyy?* Whether it’s in person or on social media, silence doesn’t jive with me, and I’m guessing you can relate, Buttercup. Recently I was asked how I respond to getting ghosted, and considering what I

Were you the cool kid that everyone liked? The one with the best outfits, perfectly styled hair, and a sense of humor that was widely appreciated? Yeah, I wasn’t either. *Actually, I was homeschooled, and my siblings could be brutal!* Despite our progression to adulthood, that desire to fit in and be liked often lingers.

Are you up for a challenge that will boost your social media engagement and get engagement with potential customers… oh, and it’s FREE?!   >>Here’s your challenge: show your face on Instagram Stories every single day for 5 days in a row to conduct market research for your audience.<< A lot of business owners use Instagram

Have you ever been asked a question that forced you to pause and truly think about the answer? That happened to me recently during a Facebook Live where someone asked: What do you wish you would have done sooner? *Talk about food for thought, am I right?* I could have answered in a variety of

Wanna see me flash an attitude?!  I’m sorry (not sorry), but I need to step on my soapbox for a minute today. Do you know one of the most common statements I hear from business owners? “Jasmine, social media just doesn’t work for me.” *Lemme put on my hoop earrings for this next part…* >>Tell

Ugh… Why is posting on social media SO HARD?! Do you find yourself thinking this every time you sit down to write a post? *Listen, friend, I feel you.* Posting on social media used to be difficult for me, too. But over time, I noticed patterns in what content was successful and turned it into

Hustler, do you want to get your posts seen (even if you don’t have a million followers, a picture-perfect life, or TikTok dance moves)? I hope so, because you’re about to learn how to beat the algorithm! Now before that, I do want to be real with you: I’ve coached over 25,000 business owners on

Do you have a pet peeve? *Come on, I know you do!* While I have some personal pet peeves, I also have professional ones, too. *I know, diva much?* Let me explain…. From a professional standpoint, I hate to see business owners waste their time or money on strategies and tactics that do more harm

Can I make a confession? Once upon a time, I envisioned building a company to be thrilling, exciting, and fulfilling. While it is all of those things, it also comes with a darker side that few talk about. Sometimes I battle with doubt. Sometimes (oftentimes) I feel unqualified to do what I do. Sometimes I

Do you ever find yourself saying, “Why is it so hard to post on social media?” *Friend, I have been there, done that.* Then I got tired of singing the same song on a one-string fiddle.  It definitely used to be hard for me, but now I have a fail-proof formula for writing captions that

JD and I have been together for 22 years.  *You would think after all that time that we would know each other like the back of our own hand, right?!* Well, recently, the Social Curator team put us to the test by quizzing us about our first date, pet peeves, favorite meals, and more to

Have you ever had a best friend that doesn’t know you exist? *I know, I know, that sounds ridiculous.*  I have many of those friends, but one of my BEST friends (unknown to her) is Brené Brown. Today, I want to share three leadership skills that my bestie Brené taught me recently. Rumble With Vulnerability

Do you feel like life is running you ragged and you lack the time to dedicate to building the business of your dreams? *Friend, me too.* >>The reality is this: we all have the same 24 hours in a day. By being judicious with how we spend small pockets of time can have a large

Have you ever wondered what makes a good Reel?  Maybe you’re waiting to post until you have the perfect idea, or maybe you’ve started experimenting with Reels but you are having a hard time discovering what works. *Believe me, I have been there, too.*  Since Instagram released the Reels feature, I’ve continually published a minimum

Do you want your posts to be seen, your followers to engage, and your audience to be primed to be customers? *I thought so.* But I’m going to deal it to you straight: >>Social media platforms rely on user behavior to create unique feeds.<<  You and I could follow the same 100 accounts, but our

Do you want 10,000 followers on Instagram? When we started the Social Curator Instagram account, we started with 0 followers on August 28th, 2020. By October 26th, just a couple days shy of the 2 month mark, we hit 10,000 followers on Instagram… And the 3 simple steps that got us to this milestone are