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Got Marketing?How to build an engaged community with Tori KopkeWant to build a brand that stands the test of time? Start with an engaged, loyal community.
In this episode of Got Marketing?, Mia chats with Tori Kopke, a business coach and strategist helping rural and regional women grow thriving businesses despite challenges like isolation and limited resources. Tori pulls back the curtain on how to create communities that amplify your brand’s reach and drive real growth.
Here’s what you’ll learn:✨ How to foster a value-driven, inclusive community✨ The role of word-of-mouth marketing in building trust and loyalty✨ Why an active co...2024-12-1142 min
Live, Laugh, Log Off02: Thriving Online: Manu Muraro’s Tips for Sustainable Social MediaJoin us for a refreshingly honest chat with Manu Muraro from 'Your Social Team,' where we’ll explore how to thrive in the fast-paced world of social media without losing your sanity. From the art of slow social media to finding joy beyond the screen, and how 'The Reelies Awards' is sparking creativity, this episode is all about balancing the hustle with some real-life happiness.Check out “The Reelies Awards” and grab tickets to join in personCheck out Manu’s work at "Your Social Team" for more tips on making social media fun and effe...2024-09-0137 min
SEEN. KNOWN. PAID: Build Your Vivacious Personal Brand18. Starting a business at 40 & beating breast cancer with Manu MuraroManu Muraro is the founder of @yoursocialteam, one of the top leaders in the social media education world and the few legit social media experts I love learning and taking advice from. 📌 Join our next business retreat in Egypt ( my beloved homeland), APPLY ASAP!Today we chat about...1. Navigating "feeling behind" in life and business2. How to prioritize what's important when life throws you curveballs like an illness 3. Tips on launching and being salsey in your content 📌 Get Manu's 5 free Reels templates: Connect with Manu: @yoursocial...2024-03-1152 min
Advanced Maternal PodcastEp 3 Manu's Story: Business, Battles, and BabiesIn this episode, host Desiree Nathanson, chats with Manu Muraro who gave birth to her first baby at 38.8 and 42 when she gave birth to her second. Manu talks about giving bith later in life, starting a business and her succesful battle with cancer. You can follow Manu on Instagram at @yoursocialteam and be sure to check out her website www.yoursocialteam.com!2023-11-2837 min
Girl Gang Craft The PodcastMaximize your Business by minimizing your time with Manu MuraroManu Muraro, the ultimate creative entrepreneur, is the founder of one of GGC’s fav content management programs “Your Social Team” and “Your Template Club” which encourages femme forward businesses to confidently burst through the algorithm bubble and promote with pride by offering scroll-stopping post templates and individualized curated campaigns to make your business thrive. In this episode, Manu gives us a lesson on why handing off your content management to Your Social Team is the way to bring engagement back to your Instagram so you get that valuable time back to focus on business growth. Plus...2023-10-1247 min
Social Media Marketing PodcastHow to Be More Creative With Your Instagram ContentWant your brand to stand out on Instagram? Wondering how to create content that stays in people’s minds? To discover how to be more creative with your Instagram content, I interview Manu Muraro.Guest: Manu Muraro | Show Notes: socialmediaexaminer.com/580Review our show on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-09-1445 min
DAVI THE SCAPEGOATSPiTE; An Underrated Fuel $ource - Part 2Davi The ScapeGOAT is back with founder of @YourSocialTeam, Manu Muraro. Check her out - and join her template club! Manu is a mommy, hustler, fighter of cancer, and all around boss a$$ baddie. And today they've got some beef to add to the grill! Davi and Manu are discussing discrimination against moms, adding up all the "bad days", deciding when it's officially time to quit, investing in yourself sooner than later, hiring only women, and call a search party!! MiSSiNG: All the female leadership. If found please SHOW IT TO US! WE DON'T KNOW H...2023-06-0649 minDAVI THE SCAPEGOATSPiTE; An Underrated Fuel $ource - Part 1Season 1 of this podcast was all about comfort! Davi The ScapeGOAT was surrounded by comfort humans - but now it's time to get uncomfy! Davi is surrounding herself with Girl Bosses in all different stages of metamorphosis. Women that inspire us to step outside of our comfort zone fiercely & often! Davi introduces us to founder of @YourSocialTeam, Manu Muraro. Manu is using her Instagram coaching and social media template business to teach us how to put our mental wellness ahead of the social media likes. Manu is a superhero/mommy to two beautiful girls, hustler of helping busines...2023-05-3040 min
Purpose & Profit Club® – The Nonprofit Fundraising Podcast38. Confidence Unleashed: Embracing Your Salesy Side with Manu Muraro from Your Social TeamMeet Manu, the founder of Your Social Team and Your Template Club. She's unafraid of selling, launching, and is a powerhouse organic marketer. She's the creator of my favorite Instagram templates that are designed to boost engagement with the latest trends in mind. Revenue growth starts with selling -- whether it's a service, product, or donations, creating more campaigns, and actively embracing your salesy-side is the key to unlocking $$. "Unpopular opinion: Quantity over quality! People need lots of touches with your offer."You're doing your audience a disservice by not being salesy. You...2023-05-1846 min
The Wit & Wire PodcastOnline Courses vs. MembershipsWhich digital product is right for your business right now: an online course or a membership? Both have the potential to multiply your revenue as a creator or entrepreneur. And since I don’t believe that business is one-size-fits-all, I’m excited to share the opportunities and challenges for membership sites vs. online courses to help you decide which one is right for you right now.Today's guest is Manu Muraro (Your Social Team). Manu helps ethical brands with a sense of humor grow engagement in sales on Instagram and not worry too much about ever...2022-10-2728 min
Close Friends, No FilterEP. 24: Launching and Selling on InstagramOn this, the final episode of Season 2, your Close Friends are getting real about what it takes to launch and sell on Instagram! And who could be better to share wisdom than the absolute Queen of Launches, Manu? We’re diving deep into strategy, mindset traps to avoid, and achieving the balance between quantity AND quality. Soak it all in until next season! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-09-0517 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 23: How to Stop the ScrollWith more content being posted than ever before, it’s imperative to stand out and stop the scroll. Lucky for you, your Close Friends are masters at creating thumb-stopping content that attracts and converts! Listen in for tips you’ll want to try and mistakes you’ll want to avoid. For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-08-2912 minClose Friends, No FilterBONUS EPISODE: The Videos and Reels Merge on InstagramWe know, another change on Instagram! But before you start rolling your eyes, take a few moments to hear out your Close Friends. Today on the podcast Manu and Laura are dishing everything we know about the Video and Reels merge on Instagram. Harnessed correctly, could this change be exactly what we’ve been looking for? Tune in to find out. For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ Episode Links: Stop the scroll with Your Social Team Template Shop! Use code: NOFILTER for 10% off your order...2022-08-2210 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 22: Adjusting Your Expectations with InstagramWhen it comes to Instagram, it often feels like there’s so much we can’t control. Today your Close Friends, Manu and Laura, are going to fill you in on what you CAN control, starting with your expectations. Managing expectations on Instagram is essential for a healthy and tactful approach to using social media to grow your business. Listen in for your Close Friends’ favorite perspective shifts. For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ Episode Links: Stop the scroll with Your Social Team Template Shop! Use...2022-08-1512 minClose Friends, No FilterBONUS EPISODE: Dealing with the Endless Instagram ChangesAnother day, another change on Instagram. It’s easy to get flustered every time the Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, posts a new reel. That’s why your Close Friends, Manu and Laura, are dropping this bonus episode on how to hone your mindset when it comes to changes on Instagram. So don’t panic! Take a deep breath with your Close Friends and let’s navigate these changes together. For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-08-0723 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 21: Viral Reels, Yay or Nay?Going viral: the good, the bad, the ugly. Today your favorite Viral Reel Queens are discussing it all! Sure, we all want to go viral…but are you ready to attract the right audience? Is your messaging clear or is it just another dance trend? Tune in for the hot take from your Close Friends! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-08-0114 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 20: Embracing The Suck on TikTokOkay, we’ve all been thinking it…What even is the TikTok algorithm? Well, today your Close Friends take the “If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em,” approach by embracing the suck on TikTok. Listen in as Laura and Manu dish about lazy TikTok, trolls, and deciding just to have fun! Have a topic you’d love your Close Friends to discuss on the podcast? Reach out on Instagram @closefriendsnofilter! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-07-2512 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 19: Are Feed Posts Having a Comeback?Not so fast! Before you hit the archive button, you might want to give that flopped feed post a closer look. Today your Close Friends are discussing the renaissance of feed posts and how to tell if your post is making a comeback. Plus, are we prioritizing the wrong metrics? Listen in to learn more! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-07-1814 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 18: Our Favorite Business ToolsToday your Close Friends are going green…reusing, recycling, and repurposing content! Listen in as Stephanie, Manu, and Laura share their most valuable tips when it comes to making content last longer. Because why should your brilliant posts make one short appearance and end up in the trash? Time to start working smarter across platforms with your Close Friends! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-07-1117 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 17: Time Management on Social MediaTime waits for no one, especially during an Instagram doom scroll! But how does one set boundaries when social media is their job? Cue time management tips with your Close Friends! Listen in as Steph, Manu, and Laura share their time management tools as well as reveal how much time they’re actually spending on the apps. You don’t want to miss this! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-07-0419 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 16: Where is My Mindset? Adjusting Your Social Media MindsetWhen it comes to the social media game, mindset is everything. Just take it from Steph, Manu, and Laura on today’s episode! They’re discussing their own mindset journeys and the most important tips to keep grounded on this crazy algorithmic ride. Maintaining a healthy mindset is a practice, so take the first step today with your Close Friends!For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-06-2722 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 15: You Better Work, BatchYou heard ‘em! Time to work smarter by batching tasks in your business. Today the Close Friends break down the science behind batching work and reveal exactly how they use it in their own businesses. You don’t want to miss out on these tips. You know what they say, “Happy brain, happy content calendar!” And by “they” we mean Laura. Enjoy! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-06-2016 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 14: Interview with “Work in Social They Said” Pt. 2Welcome back for Part 2 of the Close Friends No Filter interview with the anonymous creator behind @workinsocialtheysaid! Join in to discuss the platforms we love (and love to hate) and the difference between Mean Girls memes, and mean girl memes. You don’t want to miss the fun with the Close Friends and our special guest! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ Episode Links: Use the CODE: CFNF20 to save 20% at The Social Media CEO Template Shop!Get a FREE training from Your Social Team...2022-06-1321 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 13: Interview with “Work in Social They Said” Pt. 1Your Close Friends are back with a brand new season and they’re kicking it off with an exclusive two-part interview! For the very first time, the anonymous creator behind @Work in Social They Said steps to the mic. Listen in to hear about what inspired this account, the benefits (and challenges) of remaining anonymous, and some lol-worthy confessions from other social media managers around the globe. You do not want to miss this! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/ 2022-06-0618 min
It's Part of the ProcessBeing Authentic & Impactful on InstagramHow can you be authentic and impactful on Instagram for your creative business without spending all your time planning content, mastering every new feature and feeling overwhelmed? KatieMac our online operations director joins Nicole for this special episode where they sit down with Instagram strategist Manu Muraro, the founder of Your Social Team and answer that question and more. They talk about the benefits of being salesy on Instagram, time management, new features, what metrics you should analyze, how to know if a post is successful, reposting guidelines, the question you need to ask yourself before every single post...2022-05-311h 16Close Friends, No FilterEP. 12: Social Media Management vs StrategyIt’s the Season 1 Finale and we are getting wildly strategic over here. What’s the difference between a social media manager and a social media strategist anyway? Are you clear as a provider? As a client? Today the Close Friends are breaking it all down. Providers and clients alike should be crystal clear on this difference to make sure everyone is on the same page, getting what they pay for, and in service of “the goal”. You’ve got one of those right? Tune in for some valuable insight and find out where you can become the master...2022-04-0422 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 11: Social Media x BoundariesIf you’re going to listen to one episode of this podcast, let this be it! Setting boundaries in your business, on and off social media, is crucial for a balanced life and successful biz. It seems particularly easy for social media managers to let these boundaries fly out the window. Trust us, we see you. Today on the pod, the Close Friends discuss their own boundaries, tips for keeping them in place, and ways you might be crossing the boundaries of others without even realizing it! Social media never sleeps, but you should. So take a nic...2022-03-2825 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 10: Instagram vs RealityFalling into the trap of compare and despair isn’t just triggered by Instagram filters. Oftentimes we set unrealistic expectations for ourselves and our accounts by comparing ourselves to others online. But is “overnight success” even a thing? And if it is, is your business ready for it?Join the Close Friends today as they share the growth journeys of their own accounts, how to avoid unhealthy expectations, and how to set realistic goals that support your profile and your business. Get ready to shake off old mindsets and set new goals. We’ve got your back here on...2022-03-2134 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 9: Random Shadowban or Instagram Terms Infringement?We all knew the boy who cried wolf, and now we know the Instagram account that cries “Shadowbanned!” But are you actually shadowbanned or just violating the Instagram Community Guidelines? This week the Close Friends are cluing us in on why our content may not be getting as much engagement and how to find out if we’ve been violating the terms of service. Tune in for the advice, features, and fun you’ve come to expect here at Close Friends, No Filter! For more info + resources, head to https://www.closefriendsnofilter.com/2022-03-1422 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 8: Permission to Ignore the Experts (Including Us)While it may seem that the most viral reels out there are the ones telling you how to make a viral reel, today the Close Friends are reminding you to think twice before taking click-baity advice. Is it really enough to be consistent and authentic? Is being first and being right more important than having a life?Let’s ditch the 30-day challenges and create sustainable social media practices that align with your business and bandwidth. Join Laura, Stephanie, and Manu as they share important tips, traps to avoid, and why your stubbornness could ultimately serve you! Yo...2022-03-0728 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 7: Before You Slide Into My DMs...Do’s and Don’ts and Bots galore! Today the Close Friends are serving up the DM etiquette reminders you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re reaching out to your favorite thought leaders, or a business owner on the receiving end, this episode is for you. Is it possible to harness the power of DMs to grow your business without burning out? Is there a non-weird way to use voice memos? Listen in as the Close Friends set the record straight and reveal some DM horror stories of their own. You don’t want to miss it! 2022-02-2829 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 6: Instagram is NOT Your Whole Business...Face it. We’re all guilty of falling victim to the endless Instagram to-do list in the name of “growing a business”. But do 10k followers equate to 10k dollars in the bank? Not necessarily. We’ve got A LOT to do to ensure our businesses survive and thrive, and our time is valuable! Today the Close Friends share tips and insight around prioritizing what matters most in this chapter of your business and setting boundaries around social media. Forget everything you think you know about how to be “successful” on Instagram and redefine what success looks like to you o...2022-02-2129 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 5: Rumor, Feature, or Hack?This week the close friends are calling BS and putting viral rumors to rest once and for all! They’ve said it before, and they’ll say it again, social media “gurus” need to start reading the Instagram terms of service and stop calling features a hack. But what is a hack, really?Tune in to learn the difference and even discover a few hacks of your own! Come for the truth bombing, stay to witness Manu’s Scorpio side, to hear what Laura and her therapist are talking about these days, and to learn what Steph and your g...2022-02-1434 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 4: Vanity Metrics vs. KPIsIt's easy to lose sight of what’s important when it comes to your social media metrics and the “why” behind it all. If you’re using social media to grow your business, then it’s all about the Benjamins. So why are we all stressing over our like counts? Time to weed out the vanity metrics from the KPIs.In this episode, the close friends drill down, debate, and debunk everything you’ve been told about the metrics that matter. Listen in to get the DL on vanity metrics, the ugly truth about buying followers, and the VIP KPIs...2022-02-0734 minClose Friends, No FilterEp. 3: The New Rules of EngagementRaise your hand if you panic when engagement is down. Keep it up if the phrase “My content sucks!” has ever crossed your mind. Lucky for you, you’ve got close friends like us to break down the fundamentals of social media engagement and reveal the mindset shifts that will help you stop the scroll and keep your cool. How do we deal with moments of low engagement? What kind of engagement actually matters as a business owner? And why do bots keep calling Stephanie “Bert”?! All will be revealed in this episode of Close Friends, No Filter!...2022-01-3130 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 1: Why We Started a Social Media PodcastWelcome to the very first episode of Close Friends No Filter! On this podcast, we want to help you stop the endless scroll of IG BS and give you real talk on how to grow your business with social media. Get to know your hosts and new close friends, Manu, Laura, and Stephanie. We dive into the archives of their pasts, why NOW is the perfect time for this podcast, and how they plan to vanquish the social media gatekeeping once and for all. Follow along for all the fun!For more info + resources head to https...2022-01-2428 minClose Friends, No FilterEP. 2: What’s the Deal with Instagram Reels?Today we’re dishing real talk on Instagram Reels! When Reels first dropped we felt the collective eye-roll of all social media managers. In time, we’ve seen the kind of engagement that can be had when we harness the power of Reels to boost our brands and businesses in a way that feels authentic to us. But why brave it alone?!Listen in to hear Stephanie, Manu, and Laura give their two cents on Instagram Reels, as well as some of their favorite advice. We even spill some hot tips from Laura, our very own Reels Quee...2022-01-2430 minClose Friends, No FilterClose Friends, No Filter!Tired of listening to social media "gurus" spitting the same old tips, tricks, and hacks? Exhausted by all of those self-proclaimed experts desperately trying to sell you a one-size-fits-all strategy? Wish there was a way to cut through all the noise, so you can focus on creating real and lasting results in your business using social media? Introducing the Close Friends, No Filter Podcast. With a combined 25 years in the industry, our hosts, social media experts Stephanie Gilbert, Manu Muraro, and Laura Bitoiu will help you sift through all the social media madness and get to the truth. So...2022-01-0701 min
The Marketing Guide#60 - (Rebroadcast) Secrets To Standing Out On Instagram With Your Social TeamHave you ever wondered how you can create content that gets engagement and shares on Instagram, how you can create a feed that helps you stand out from the competition and convert followers to paying customers? Then this episode is just for you. This week I interviewed Manu Muraro from Your Social Team and this episode is soooo good!Manu is an Instagram expert and shares with us her thoughts onThe latest features on InstagramMistakes that may be hurting your accountHow you can get started with...2021-06-2853 minThe Marketing Guide#42 - 10 Common Instagram Mistakes you might be making (and how you can fix them)In this week's episode I am talking all about common mistakes we all make from time to time on Instagram. We all know that Instagram can be a minefield and it is hard to keep up with the day to day changes on the platformI am breaking down 10 of the most common mistakes I see on the platform and giving you quick tips and hacks to fix these mistakes if you are guilty too of making them. In this episode you will learn:The one thing you need to ensure your content is s...2021-02-2225 min
It’s A TRIBE Thing — Behind The Scenes of Successful Membership SitesSocial Media Specialist Helps Entrepreneurs Master the Art of InstagramManu Muraro spent 15 years as a creative marketer for Cartoon Network. After she got laid off, she went to a startup, but the experience of being on all the time while holding a baby in her lap left her feeling exhausted, burned out, and unsatisfied. She decided to look slowly for another job and freelance until she found her next role. However, freelancing naturally led her to launch a membership business. Now, at Your Social Team, she helps social media managers and entrepreneurs use Instagram to take the guessing game out of content creation and generate top-performing p...2021-01-2619 min
being BALANCED podcastManu Muraro, explains the importance of social media boundaries and the impact of influencers being authenticManu Muraro is the founder of Your Social Team. She helps marketing professionals and entrepreneurs use Instagram to grow their businesses. She has 20+ years of experience in Creative, Marketing and Strategy and has worked full time for brands such as the Cartoon Network and King of Pops. She's taught over 100 classes, created several online trainings and started a membership program to support business owners and social media managers with innovative tactics and new ways to leverage Instagram.
In this episode, Manu shares how to have social media boundaries, the real deal life of an entrepreneur and how...2020-12-0148 min
Lazy Millionaire with Amie Tollefsrud56. Myth Busting Instagram: Is the algorithm hiding your posts? Is it possible to grow your account in 2020? + more ft. Your Social Team's Manu MuraroCreating Instagram content and posts that engage, sell and grow your online wellness business is an art - truthfully!
With so much that goes into curating our Instagram business accounts - you may be left with TONS of questions about what to do to make the most out of your social posts. Manu Muraro of Your Social Team has the answers!
Manu Muraro is an Instagram wizard - seriously! This conversation is sure to give you insights into ways to make the most out of your posts and to reach your audience in a way t...2020-11-0455 minThe Marketing Guide22 - 10 Hacks to Increase your Instagram EngagementHands up if you can resonate with this? You spend ages coming up with the perfect Instagram post and write what you think is a fantastic caption you press post and then nothing happens. You can nearly feel the tumbleweeds drifting across your post. The next time you go to create a post you remember that nobody liked it or you might have got one or two pity likes (this is worse than anything) nobody commented, not a single save or share so you overthink your post. You make it complicated. you hesitate to post. You doubt y...2020-09-2842 minThe Marketing Guide20 - Secrets to Standing out on Instagram with Manu Muraro of Your Social TeamHave you ever wondered how you can create content that gets engagement and shares on Instagram, how you can create a feed that helps you stand out from the competition and convert followers to paying customers? Then this episode is just for you. This week I interviewed Manu Muraro from Your Social Team and this episode is soooo good! Manu is an Instagram expert and shares with us her thoughts onThe latest features on InstagramMistakes that may be hurting your accountHow you can get started with...2020-09-1453 min