This week on Hello Frances, the content team talks about Social Media Trends for 2022. Listen as Hillaree, Kayla, Jodie, and Nicole dive into a discussion about the popularity of video content such as Tik Toks and Reels and their belief in the growth of bite-sized content next year. The team analyzes the rise of influencer marketing and how it has evolved over the years, predicting even more success for influencers in the upcoming year. What are your social media predictions for 2022? Email [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!

What are the benefits of visualization? Here at Frances Roy Agency, we implement an annual vision board day that allows us to slow down and visualize our short-term and long-term goals for the upcoming year. Setting time apart during the hectic holiday season for visualization is a meditative practice that allows us some time for self-reflection. There is no wrong way to create a vision board so we challenge you to make time, gather your items and let your vision evolve.

Giving generously is a core value we practice at Frances Roy but this time of the year giving peaks for many. Most nonprofits receive a lot of their yearly contributions during this period and heavily rely on the monetary support that comes during the holiday season. Everyone has something to give whether it's time, money, or talent, so be sure to research organizations that you can contribute to this holiday season. No matter who you support or how much you donate, we challenge you to support organizations that align with your values on this Giving Tuesday!

Are you a member of an industry association? Shantelle records this Hello Frances Podcast episode at the American Advertising Federation regional conference. No matter your trade, we’re confident there’s an organization that is a good match for you. Listen to the full episode to discover the many benefits we have received from prioritizing association memberships in our organization. Are you involved with any industry groups? What credentials have you received through these associations? We’d love to hear your feedback. Let us know on any of our social platforms or email us at [email protected].

Is the phone call dead? Should we primarily communicate through text messages? What about email? We’re here to tell you that the phone call is still alive, and in this episode, we state our case of why it should still be a part of your daily life. In our heavily digital world, phone calls allow us the human connection that we need to build genuine relationships. Do you still talk to people on the phone regularly? We encourage you to pick up the phone this week to connect. You might be surprised to see where the conversation leads you. What do you think of this week’s podcast? Shoot us an email at [email protected] to let us know your thoughts.

The CEO of the Emerald Coast Autism Center, Heidi Blalock, and the Executive Director of the Emerald Coast Autism Center, Stacy Berryman, join Shantelle on the podcast this week. They share their story of pursuing their purpose to bring a full-time school for autistic children to our community. They also share the story behind starting the school, their vision for the nonprofit’s future, how they have continued to expand, and an upcoming event you can attend to support the organization’s future plans. As Frances Roy Agency’s pro bono client for the year, we are thrilled to work with the enthusiastic team at ECAC. If you’d like to join us in supporting them, donate online.

Sometimes it’s helpful to have some insight into what other business owners and entrepreneurs are prioritizing. Shantelle dives deep into three topics she is focusing on at the moment. Listen to the full episode to learn more about how she is ensuring our hybrid team is engaged and connected, how she manages her calendar to make sure she has time for herself, and what she includes in the business succession plan she is currently crafting for Frances Roy. Did you like this episode? Let us know! Email us at [email protected] to chat.

This week on the Hello Frances Podcast, we chat with British artist, Matthew Callaby, also known as Callaby. Currently based in Montenegro, Callaby uses acrylic on canvas to create cute, chubby characters in a strange, vivid world. His work often features anthropomorphic characters painted in his unique, illustrative style. Despite see-sawing between adorable and disturbing, Callaby’s goal is to create a sense of fun within his work. Shantelle and Callaby discuss his creative journey, what led him to create Based Fish Mafia, the future of digital art, and so much more. If you want to learn more about Based Fish Mafia or Matt, give both accounts a follow on Instagram!

Shantelle and Hillaree wrap up our Hello Frances Podcast series on intrinsic motivation with a discussion about purpose. Those motivated by purpose care about the work they do for the sake of giving to a mission bigger than themselves. Those driven by purpose often find themselves drawn to nonprofit work, feeling successful when they contribute to the greater good, and often have a hard time turning work off. Are you motivated by purpose? Listen to the full episode and let us know what you think by sending us an email at [email protected].

We continue our series on intrinsic motivation with a conversation about mastery. Shantelle, Hillaree, and Gregory talk about what it means to be motivated by mastery, how to pinpoint what motivates people, tactics to keep team members intrinsically motivated, and more. In addition, they share how goldilocks tasks are the perfect way to keep employees challenged, engaged, and inspired. Listen to the full episode to learn more about goldilocks tasks and how to boost intrinsic motivation. Are you motivated by mastery? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] to chat about this week’s episode.