Coffee Social | Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, & Entrepreneurship

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Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or a seasoned one, AI… ChatGPT… can save you a ton of time & clear up a lot of overload in the mind. It’s basically like having a business bestie by your side. But here’s a ? to think about is… Is AI ruining creativity in content creation, or is it a valuable ally? In this episode of Coffee Social, Signature Style & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Strategist Mimi Langley dive into the unexpected ways that AI can be used & ways to avoid unethical practices. Grab a cup and enjoy!

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Be careful with AI & creating your social media content.
: Use ChatGPT for direction.
: AI can help you with math & pricing.
: Suck at titling? Try asking ChatGPT.
: Podcast AI saves so much time!
: Using ChatGPT ethically?

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Signature Style Playbook (examples of ways to make you standout in your social media & business)
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It feels like lately everyone has been taking advantage of live streaming on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn… You name the platform and they’re live streaming on it. What’s the big deal about creating a live experience anyway? In this episode of Coffee Social, Signature Style & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley dive into the power and importance of connecting with your audience in a real and unfiltered way by going live! It can bring on major growth and help build that like, know, and trust even more! They cover preparing for a live, how to repurpose a live, and so much more! Grab a cup and enjoy!

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Mimi opens up about her love for the WWE because of the live experiences.
: You’re creating an extra special experience!
: There’s no editing so it’s real & raw material.
: Preparing for a live helps a lot. Don’t worry, we give tips.
: Lives are great for repurposing! It’s a win win!

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Signature Membership (Instagram, Storytelling, Signature Style)
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LinkedIn Audio Like a Pro Training (instant access)
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Signature Style Playbook (examples of ways to make you standout in your social media & business)
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Keywords
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Collaboration is a great way to grow your name, brand, credibility, following, and more! Collaborating should be part of your overall business strategy. In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley dive into the world of working with someone else.

Whether it’s being a guest on someone’s podcast or working together on Instagram or TikTok Live, there needs to be things set in place for it to run smoothly.  They also highlight the significance of clear communication, setting expectations, and establishing a leader in the collaboration. Enjoy! 

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: How can you collaborate? We give examples.
: You don’t always have to say yes to a collaboration.
: It should be a win-win for both parties collaborating.
: What is the goal for the collaboration?
: Create a communication channel. 
: Write out all of the specifics (time zone, date, length)
: Who is taking the lead on the collaboration?
: We go over post collaboration insights.
: How do you know you should collaborate again?

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Coworking + Brainstorming Community for Aspiring & New Female Entrepreneurs (join the waitlist)
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Signature Membership (Instagram, Storytelling, Signature Style)
bit.ly/signaturemember 

LinkedIn Audio Like a Pro Training (instant access)
https://bit.ly/3yVsy7P

Signature Style Playbook (examples of ways to make you standout in your social media & business)
https://sunny-builder-4038.ck.page/9a29bc2df4 

*  Podcast Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. We may earn a commission from the links listed in this description.

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Guesting on a podcast, participating in a live discussion, collaboration marketing

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Things that irritate us on social media - we’re pretty sure you have your own list too! And we just couldn’t resist sharing even more social media practices that are probably causing more damage than good. In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley they cover topics such as the annoyance of Stanley cups, the overuse of the word 'authentic', the use of faceless accounts, the pitfalls of clickbait titles, and the inappropriate pitching of oneself in unrelated spaces. They emphasize the importance of being genuine, thoughtful, and considerate in social media interactions.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Jonathan goes in on Stanley Cups!
: Cold DMs can feel very robotic & not genuine.
: The word authentic may be decreasing in value to some.
: Faceless accounts… Let’s talk about them!
: Leaving just emojis in the comments. Uh oh!
: Clickbait titles make us want to scream.
: Pitching yourself when it’s not appropriate is just a no-no!

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Mimi’s Girl, You’ve Got This: Action over Perfection Community (join the waitlist)

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Where would we be without our favorite apps & tools to help run our businesses?! It’s not even just social media apps. We’re talking apps to help edit graphics and video, organize our thoughts, clean up our phones, email our lists, etc. In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley are dishing out the apps that are helping their businesses thrive.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Canva is every entrepreneur’s best friend!
: Notes app is a fast way to jot things down.
: Apps like Clubhouse, LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads get a mention.
: We would not survive without our Google Drive.
: Video editing apps like CapCut are a must!
: There’s so many extras packed into this episode like our email service provider!

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Mimi’s Girl, You’ve Got This: Action over Perfection Community (join the waitlist)

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A woman created Canva. Her name is Melanie Perkins.
Great article: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/01/09/canva-how-melanie-perkins-built-a-3point2-billion-dollar-design-start-up.html 

SOME APPS MENTIONED
Convertkit
Canva
ManyChat
CapCut
Lightroom 
Discord
Arc Browser
Gemini

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Short form video (aka Reels, TikToks, Youtube Shorts) have only just begun, and if you’re using social media for business, you don’t want to miss out on this style of video!  In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley breakdown pro tips for creating short-form videos for social media platforms. They cover topics such as the basic format of a video, the use of hashtags, the importance of recognizable intros and closings, the role of captions, finding trending audio, and creating visually appealing cover images. They emphasize the importance of focusing on your audience and providing value in your content. 

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Jonathan reveals the basic 3-part format you should be using in your videos.
: Are hashtags still important? We go over that.
: Hooks are vital for stopping the scroll. Jonathan gives an example of what’s working right now.
: What kind of call to action works?
: Caption length - Oh, we dive into that! Don’t worry.
: How do I find real trending audio?
: The cover image - what should I include?

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Let’s be honest here, mindset is something you will continuously work on! Your brain has one job and that is to keep you safe. So anything that pushes you out of your comfort zone will cause your brain to throw up hurdles to keep you safe! In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley share different ways you can push through the hard to get to the good. They’ll share what’s been working for them when they find themselves stuck in a rut or feeling defeated. It’s an episode that you don’t want to miss.

Health Disclaimer: As mentioned in the episode, we are not mental health professionals. Anything shared in this episode is from personal experience and is not mandatory to do or try.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Start investing in yourself. Whatever that looks like for you. We share some examples of what we’re doing in the episode.
: Turn to your entrepreneurial friends who understand & can remind you of who you are.
: Keep creating. Keep pushing. Being in motion can help respark good energy & goals.
: Lean into your faith and/or motivational resources.
: You can do hard things. You have gotten through hard before. Take a moment to remember how far you’ve come.

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Keywords
how to have a positive mindset in business, how to stay positive for entrepreneurs, Mindfulness in business, Motivational resources for entrepreneurs, Entrepreneurial support, investing in yourself, Overcoming challenges in business, Self-care for entrepreneurs, Faith in entrepreneurship, Resilience in business, Goal-setting for success, Overcoming fear of failure, Personal development for business owners

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Why is it so hard to make a post? Is it because there’s always something going on and you just have no time to do it? Or maybe you just don’t feel like doing it?

In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley share insights on how to stay top of mind for your audience & remain visible without feeling overwhelmed & burnt out. They start by talking about using Instagram stories and reels to maintain a consistent presence. They also highlight the benefits of social audio platforms like Clubhouse for engaging with your audience. The hosts emphasize the importance of scheduling posts in advance and repurposing content to save time.

Jonathan & Mimi walk you through the ways to batch and schedule posts that resonate with your audience, ensuring your social media game stays as fresh as your morning cup of joe. Jonathan's main mantra is reduce, reuse, recycle, and repurpose; it's not just for the environmentally conscious, but a savvy approach to keep your channels brimming with engaging content. With tips like maintaining a caption bank and repurposing your greatest hits, we're spilling the beans on how to optimize your online presence with minimal fuss. So, pour yourself a refill, and let's get your content strategy buzzing.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Instagram stories are easy to create on the fly & keep you insight in mind.
: Social audio is another way to easily show up. All you need is your phone & your voice.
: Scheduling posts in advance so you don’t have to think about them later.
: Repurposing content you’ve already created is a win-win for efficiency & repeating your message.
: Jonathan reveals his 4 R Method on how he saves time & shows up consistently. 

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Jonathan’s Instagram Signature Reels Membership
Mimi’s Girl, You’ve Got This: Action over Perfection Community

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Keywords
Social media posting consistency, Instagram content schedule, Reels and stories consistency, Instagram reels advice, Creating a content calendar, coffee social podcast, social media podcast, Building a posting routine, Social media growth tips, audio marketing, Scheduling posts in advance, Tips for consistent social media presence, Instagram engagement strategies, repurposing content

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Are you thinking about launching a podcast? Maybe you want to do it with somebody else. In this episode, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley reflect on the first 10 episodes of their podcast and share their top tips for starting one. They break down the process even before they started recording and what they’ve learned working with one another. They talk about where they record and edit the podcast episodes and how they keep everything on time and organized. This episode is packed with a lot of points for podcast beginners. Grab your cup of coffee, tea, or matcha, and enjoy the show!

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: How long should a podcast episode be?
: Figure out a show format beforehand.
: Choose topics ahead of time for your first season.
: Google Drive is our best friend when it comes to organizing & coordinating the podcast.
: Figure out where to record & edit.
: Have show notes when recordings to stay on track.
: How to really work with someone else on a podcast?
: Have fun, be flexible, and give yourself grace! No burnout over here!

Mimi's Microphone: https://amzn.to/3TSgWKU

Riverside

Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2258723

Definition of Superfluous: unnecessary, especially through being more than enough.

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Mimi’s Action over Perfection Community for Aspiring & New Female Entrepreneurs 

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Podcasting Tips, podcasting collaborations, Time-Saving Podcasting Tips, Podcasting Best Practices, coffee social podcast, Podcasting Planning, Podcasting Growth Strategies, Podcasting Strategies, Podcasting Productivity, Podcasting Techniques, Podcasting Efficiency, Starting a Podcast Together, Podcasting Workflow, Podcasting Success, Podcast Editing, Riverside, Buzzsprout

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Imagine a form of social media where you wouldn’t have to edit & upload a video or create a graphic or even write a post to reach your target audience. That form of social media exists, and it’s called social audio! In this episode of Coffee Social, Mimi Langley and Jonathan Howard discuss the untapped potential of social audio. They explain what it is and how it can be used for business purposes, such as gaining leads and selling products. They also discuss how it can be used for market research and gaining confidence in public speaking. Overall, social audio offers a convenient and flexible platform for connecting with others and growing your business or personal brand.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: There are a few apps that offer social audio including LinkedIn & Clubhouse.
: It’s audio! It doesn’t matter if you look like a hot mess or if your background is messy!
: You can make sales & grab leads while you’re hosting.
: You can network with people all over the world.
: Social audio is a great space to grow your public speaking skills!

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Mimi’s Action over Perfection Community for Aspiring & New Female Entrepreneurs 

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Episode Keywords:
Social audio, Social media trends, LinkedIn, Business growth, Personal branding, Coffee Social, Market research, Public speaking confidence, Lead generation, Product sales, Networking opportunities, Communication platforms, Digital marketing strategies, Audience engagement, Content creation, Online presence building