Tastefully Inspired Podcast

Today we talk about how to find and connect with local social media influencers.  If you are a local business finding these account and brands are huge to your local market.  it is not as hard as you think.

Today we talk with designer Heather Bates on how to better educate clients through social media.  Make sure to show you clients that your time is valuable before they even pick up the phone.

Today we talk about how to create buzz around your social media.  This involves some good content and a whole lot of teasing.

Learn how often you should post a photo of yourself on your brands social accounts.  It might be hard but it really does help.  We give you some tips on how to do it right.

Learn how to get views from using Instagram location tags the right way.  We go over this easy method to get more attraction to your stories today at the podcast.

Learn why and how to create some amazing cover images for your videos.  Get more of an audience and more views for your videos today with some simple tricks.

Learn about what a Bot is and what it means to your social media efforts.  So many people are talking about them why not go over what they really are and why they mean business. 

Today we talk about what you can do if your Instagram account has been hacked.  In this age of huge online companies what can you do to be heard?  We talk about our options.

Before installing anything on your phone, tablet or computer make sure you do some background checking.  These apps can create havoc on your passwords and for your contacts.  

3 Steps to Closing Your Dream Client is what we are going over at the podcast today.  We focus on what a close should mean to you and how to connect with your future client.

Video is key to any marketing strategy so we talked to former broadcast journalist and video coach Tori Toth.  She goes over how important is for your brand and why you need to do it right.

How Facebook Suggest Friends is something that has confused people for the longest time.  I took a month of my life to examine this and here are the results I found. 

Why Instagram is Good for Marketing?  Today we dive into this question and give you the answers to how to solve this problem through a solid foundation and lots of story telling.

Picking the Right PR Firm: Today we talk with PR Guru Matt Walker with Period Media who's clients include Martyn Lawrence Bullard and Kathryn M. Ireland. He talks about social medias impact in design and when is the right time to call a PR specialist. About Matt Walker: Matt joined Period Media as a Principal in 2009 to oversee the firm's public relations practice. In this role, Matt plans and implements high-profile publicity campaigns, directs VIP outreach, and oversees communication for a range of individuals, brands and events in the design, fashion, lifestyle and entertainment industries. About Period Media: Period Media is a full-service public relations and creative agency operating at the intersection of the worlds of fashion, entertainment, design, hospitality and luxury lifestyle.

Setting Up the Perfect Instagram Profile: Today we talk about the right way to setup your Instagram profile photograph. We will be doing an actual test with our method to show you how it works LIVE. Don't just hear it but see if it works. Yian is our guest and he weighs in on the topic and fuels the bet!

How to Boost Facebook LIVE Engagement - Tell Your Audience - Have Fun with It - Ask for People to Subscribe or a Call to Action - It is Alright to Pay to Get Additional Eyes on Your Video - Respond to Everyone

Today we talk about some simple tools for tracking your visitors to your blog. Social Media is tough to track but we break it down and make it easy for you.  

Video vs Audio Podcasting Today we talk podcasting and which method is the best for you.  Audio podcasting has been a staple online for some time now but with the advances in video it makes it tough.  I go over the pros and cons of both models and break it down for you to make the call.

Blog Tips to Live By Today I wanted to focus on some of the tips that have helped me create my blog.  We are approaching 1 year and our numbers have exceeded expectations so I wanted to share. 1. Know Your Audience 2. Ask Your Audience 3. Create a Solid Newsletter 4. Write for Yourself First 5. Give Away Your Knowledge 

Explode Instagram Today I reveal my new method I have been using to gain at least 70 new followers a week on Instagram.  These followers are clean and the best part is that it is easy.  

Find Your Happy Place Today we talk about how getting into a happy and relaxed state allows your blog, podcast and digital media to really get to the next level. Creativity is sometimes a hard thing to muster but if you can find a method to draw it out prior to your media creation it really pays off with clear and fun messages. 

Designing Your Brand Easy Spend your coffee money on your brand Facebook marketing is the key Combine marketing and branding effectively  Testing is the key to making an impact Focus on then the end goals and not the short sale

Today at the podcast we cover is going LIVE or producing you videos is best for your brand and audience.   - You Can Have Your Own TV Channel - Produced Intro - No Sponsors on FB LIVE Videos...sort of - Make Millions with YouTube - LIVE is Scary but Worth It - Facebook LIVE Videos Get More Traffic - Buy Some Makeup and Get Pretty Fast

Interior Design vs The World Today we discuss how to grow your audience past the design world.  Create an audience that grows at the pace you set for it. – Expand Your Reach by Blogging with Related Topics – Plug New Topics in Your Email Newsletter – Use Facebook Ads to Target Similar Niches to Your Own - Why Travel Tuesday Makes Sense for Tastefully Inspired - It Is All About Bringing New People to Your Blog - Introduce People to Interior Design and Create Loyalty Learn how to think big and not only be a super star in the design world...think global!

LIVE Videos Today I talk about the proper setup, use and the best way to maximize your digital media in the LIVE video arena. - Proper Video Setup - Lighting Does Matter - We Still Love YouTube - How to Best Shoot a Facebook LIVE Video - Why LIVE Video is Here to Stay  - Adding a Podcast to the Mix - Embed Video to Your Blog Interior Design and the entire design industry is changing and we want to stay ahead of the pack.  Enjoy these tips so you and your business can as well.

Interior Design & Home Decor Business Podcast   Our Favorite Friend Has a Sale: Courteney Cox Today we will be going over Courteney Cox's Interior Design Sale at One Kings Lane. Actress Courteney Cox has an expert eye for interior design—and she's filled her Malibu beach house with an enviable mix of Mid-Century Mod seating, sleek lighting, and bright global textiles. In the spirit of starting fresh, she's offering up a few favorite pieces from her collection to you. Trust us: This is one sale you won't want to miss.  Las Vegas Market Then we move to Las Vegas as we talk about Las Vegas Market (Winter Edition).   Las Vegas Market is home to two signature events each year -- Winter and Summer Markets -- as well as many off-markets events and Las Vegas Design Center, open year-round to the trade and the public.   Facebook Pixel We close the show going over how and why all design firms should be using the Facebook pixel. Start now and own your marketing in 6 months or sooner. Install video link include with Newsletter Signup at Tastefully Inspired.

Today I had the chance to interview top interior designer and blogger Karina Jones.  She owns Karina Jones Designs based out of Charlotte, North Carolina.  She also is one of the forces behind the hit blog Tastefully Inspired. Karina is so talented that we wanted to pick her brain on a few items that might help all of us start the year off right! We asked her opinion on the following:   1. Interior Design and making it kid proof 2. How to pick an amazing blog topic 3. Her opinion of the color of the year choice by Pantone 4. Colors that are on her palette for 2017 5. Trends that she sees emerging in 2017 6. Her opinion on the use of brick inside the home

Here are some tips for blogging the right way   - blog at least 1-3 times a week - use dictation - be relatable - give assignments to yourself or clients based on popular keywords - make sure your blogs are SEO friendly - include at least 3 images - do not repost blogs or duplicate content - make sure you are having fun

1. Brand your Instagram  - your name - your bio - your style of photos - your hashtags - geo tags   2. Focus on the people clicking your bio link - track - aim for 10%   3. Constant quality content - it represents you - people want constancy   4. Engage - know your audience - be a follower and a fan (it is ok I promise)   5. Have fun and be creative