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Are you frustrated with social media marketing? Or maybe you don't understand how to use some of the social media platforms? Social media takes work but implementing quick tips daily can help launch your social media into success. Leslie McDermid with The Social Launch brings social media tips, tools and strategies to implement into your marketing strategy and improve your online presence. Leslie discusses Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Snapchat, as well as visual marketing tips, advertising options and more.

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Are you frustrated with social media marketing? Or maybe you don't understand how to use some of the social media platforms? Social media takes work but implementing quick tips daily can help launch your social media into success. Leslie McDermid with The Social Launch brings social media tips, tools and strategies to implement into your marketing strategy and improve your online presence. Leslie discusses Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Snapchat, as well as visual marketing tips, advertising options and more.

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English


Episodes
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Using Social Media to Put Yourself Out There

12/31/2021
This week, I discuss how to use social media to put yourself out there on social media and put a face to your business. Topics discussed: This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Duration:00:08:11

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Google My Business Listing- Do I have to Pay?

10/22/2021
This week, I discuss claiming your Google My Business listing, and paying for Google. Topics discussed: Links mentioned in this episode: This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Duration:00:12:12

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Idea Generation Tools

4/17/2021
This week, I'm sharing some idea generation tools if you're stuck not knowing what to post on social media, or you need blog post ideas, etc. Links discussed: https://www.socialmediamarketingtipscanada.com/50-creative-social-media-post-ideas/http://bit.ly/trypromorepublichttps://www.quora.comhttps://answerthepublic.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Duration:00:10:16

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Instagram: Posts, Stories, Reels and IGTV

4/9/2021
When you’re getting started on Instagram, or you’ve been using it for awhile but you’re a bit confused about the different ways you can share posts, here is a rundown. Today I discuss Instagram posts, Stories, Reels, and IGTV. Topics discussed: Links mentioned in this...

Duration:00:10:34

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Creating a More Positive Facebook Newsfeed

7/23/2020
This week, I share some quick tips to create a more positive Facebook Newsfeed. Every once in awhile, we might need to change up our content, or who we follow, so I share 3 ways to do that. Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.socialmediamarketingtipscanada.com/create-a-more-positive-facebook-newsfeed/https://youtu.be/9Fx39y0aHPUhttps://www.socialmediamarketingtipscanada.com/best-social-media-management-tool-business/http://bit.ly/trypromorepublic This podcast is powered by...

Duration:00:09:53

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Social Media as a Networking Tool

3/10/2020
This week, I share some tips for using social media as a networking tool. I share some best practices for selling on social media, and some things not to do on social media. People and Links mentioned in this episode: https://instagram.com/mrsdukesfitspohttp://bit.ly/FreedomMentorship This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Duration:00:17:11

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The Biggest Reason Your Business Needs to Have a Website

11/29/2019
This week, I discuss the biggest reason your business needs to have a website, even if you are doing awesome on social media. Topics discussed: Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/thesociallaunch/http://wix.com This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Duration:00:11:24

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What to Post to Social Media on Holidays

10/18/2019
With Halloween coming up I thought it would be fun to share some ideas for what to post onto social media on specific holidays. Get Halloween specific ideas here https://www.socialmediamarketingtipscanada.com/13-easy-halloween-social-media-marketing-ideas/ Use these discount codes on Promo Republic to save up to $50. Standard (Best for small businesses). Original price $49/month $10 discount coupon - prstandard10 Solo (Best for personal use). Original price - $108/ year $20 discount...

Duration:00:09:33

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What is IGTV and How Do I use it?

7/22/2019
Today we are talking all about IGTV and before you say oh well I don’t need another platform, this is more of an episode about how to repurpose your existing videos and use on instagram, while getting more views on IGTV. IGTV is basically YouTube for Instagram. So if you’re creating videos, you might a well be getting as much use of them as possible and that means using IGTV Quick IGTV FAQ’s https://help.instagram.com/381435875695118How to upload videos to IGTV Create an IGTV channel From...

Duration:00:10:39

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Resizing Videos for Instagram and IGTV

1/21/2019
In this episode, I share a new podcast I'm working on and a tool to help you resize your videos and reuse on Instagram and IGTV. Links mentioned: Follow Your Bliss Podcast: https://www.blissfinity.me/podcast Kapwing: https://www.kapwing.com Let's connect! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheSocialLaunch/?fref=ts | Twitter https://twitter.com/lesliemcdermid | Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesociallaunch/ Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/socialmediatips/ YouTube...

Duration:00:09:34

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Adjusting Your Social Media Strategy

1/2/2019
In this episode, I share my thoughts on adjusting your social media strategy to save time from spending your time on things that aren't working. How to get organized on social media for 2019 5 Steps to a Social Media Strategy http://www.socialmediamarketingtipscanada.com/5-steps-to-a-social-media-strategy/ Social Media Frameword (FREE Course!) http://thesociallaunch.thinkific.com/courses/social-media-framework How to Create a Social Media Strategy...

Duration:00:11:13

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Tools to Create Super-Fun New Years Graphics for Social Media

12/26/2018
In this episode, I share 3 tools to use to create graphics and videos to share for New Years! (or anytime of year) Social Media Tools I mention: https://crello.comhttps://videos.pexels.com/search/new%20yearshttps://biteable.com/templates/How to get organized on social media for 2019 Social Media Frameword (FREE Course!) http://thesociallaunch.thinkific.com/courses/social-media-framework How to Create a Social Media Strategy https://media.zencast.fm/the-social-launch/101.mp3 Guide to...

Duration:00:09:15

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Planning Your 2019 Social Media

12/19/2018
In this episode, I discuss how you can start getting organized on social media for the new year! We discuss how you can: Promo RepublicHow to get organized on social media for 2019 Social Media Frameword (FREE Course!) http://thesociallaunch.thinkific.com/courses/social-media-framework How to Create a Social Media Strategy https://media.zencast.fm/the-social-launch/101.mp3 Guide to Setting Goals on Social Media...

Duration:00:17:54

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Promoting Your Business During the Holidays (The Right Way)

12/10/2018
In this episode, I share some ways to promote your business during the holidays that your customers will actually like, versus pushing ads in their face the whole time. Here are some of the ideas we discuss: If you are liking this podcast, remember to subscribe (that can be your gift to me ;)) it lets me know you are enjoying this content and I know to create more of it! Thanks for listening!

Duration:00:14:56

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The Benefit of Giving Away Content for Free

11/9/2018
Are you afraid of sharing too much of your content for free? Think your content is too valuable and you should be selling all your information? Here are a few reasons why giving away content for free could grow your business and bring you new clients, plus, how to share content for free and still have content available to sell. Links mentioned Social Media Optimizer course http://www.socialmediasuccesscourse.com/courses/social-media-for-business Thanks for listening! Let's connect!...

Duration:00:17:34

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Using Social Media to Inspire Positivity

10/12/2018
Do you need more positivity in your life? In this episode I share a few stories of how people are using social media to inspire positivity. Links mentioned Killian's Courage https://www.facebook.com/courageforkillian Go Fund Me Campaign for Killian Mather McKessock Waddell https://www.gofundme.com/killian-mather-mckessock-waddell Thanks for listening! Let's connect! leslie@thesociallaunch.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheSocialLaunch/?fref=ts | Twitter...

Duration:00:12:03

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Facebook Ads versus Google Ads: Which is best for your business?

9/21/2018
Are you trying to create an effective social media marketing campaign but don't know where to allot your ad spend? I get asked often which is better, Facebook ads, or Google Ads. In this episode, I discuss how to determine which advertising option is best for your business, how to find data that shows you which option is best, and a few things to do once you run a Facebook or Google Ad. Links mentioned Facebook Blueprint https://www.facebook.com/blueprint Google Adwords...

Duration:00:15:13

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3 Quick Strategies to Use in Your Business When You Stopped Posting to a Social Media Platform

9/14/2018
Has it been months since you posted to social media? Are there certain social media platforms that you've neglected and want to get back into? In this episode I share 3 quick and easy strategies for getting back into those social media platforms. Links mentioned: Buffer www.buffer.com Hiplay App www.hiplayapp.com Thanks for listening, let's connect! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheSocialLaunch/?fref=ts | Twitter https://twitter.com/lesliemcdermid | Instagram...

Duration:00:10:09

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3 Things to Invest In to Uplevel Your Business

8/22/2018
If you're like me, you are hesitant to spend money when you don't need to, but there are somethings you need to invest in, in order to grow yourself and your business. In this episode I discuss: Books and audio booksSign up to Audible for free https://amzn.to/2Ms2p7GRead my blog about some of my favourite business books http://www.socialmediamarketingtipscanada.com/one-book-a-month-my-review-of-12-business-books/ Conferences. If you want to learn more about social media, attending Social...

Duration:00:11:54

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How to Create a Social Media Strategy for Your Business

7/31/2018
In this episode I talk about creating your own social media strategy for your business. Links Mentioned http://thesociallaunch.thinkific.com/courses/social-media-framework https://media.zencast.fm/the-social-launch/37.mp3 Social Media Optimizer http://thesociallaunch.thinkific.com/courses/social-media-for-business SAVE 50% with coupon code ****podcast100 Thanks for listening. Let's connect! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheSocialLaunch/?fref=ts | Twitter...

Duration:00:13:24