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Fuck the Algorithm: How to Create Content That Actually Connects with Melanie Whittaker


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If you’re ready to create content that actually feels good again, this episode is a must-listen. I’m joined by Melanie Whittaker — a PR and marketing expert who helps business owners get people interested in who they are before they ever try to sell what they do.

We’re talking all things energy, authenticity, and the real future of marketing, because your audience doesn’t need “perfect,” they need you.

In this episode, we dive into:

  • Melanie’s journey into marketing and how she started her own business

  • Showing up as your real self online — not just “professional” or polished

  • The difference between posting to post vs. creating from good energy

  • Why your energy matters just as much as your strategy

  • Creating content for real-ass humans, not the algorithm

  • The direction marketing and social media are heading — and why connection is everything

  • Using AI in your marketing (our spicy opinions 👀) and how to keep your own magic in your content

  • Balancing AI-created vs. original content without losing authenticity

  • Why Melanie loves Threads — and how to use it strategically

  • Mixing personal and business content to build trust and connection

  • Decluttering your space, energy, and online presence to make room for what’s next

  • Protecting your peace, setting boundaries, and being real — not just showing the highlight reel

  • Navigating EOY comparison, “perfect year” posts, and why compassion is key right now

  • The rise of entrepreneurship — and what that means for marketing and mindset

  • Avoiding the comparison trap and staying true to YOU — mistakes, experiments, and all

    Connect with Melanie on: Instagram, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn and her website!

     

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    FREE RESOURCES: You know I’m here for YOU and your success, boo. And that includes offering a few different free resources to help you get there!

    1. Instagram Audit: This free audit is your chance to get personalized feedback on your profile + content — so you can stop guessing and start showing up in a way that actually feels like YOU and connects with the right people.
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    4. 5-Day Spark Reset Challenge - To reset your energy & mindset, refocus on your goals, & reignite your spark to show up on socials. Each day, you’ll receive an email with 3 tasks to do that can be done in 30 min or less!
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