Not So Meek, The Podcast

In this episode, I get real about where my business is right now, low sales, nearly no visibility, and little to no engagement. But I also share what keeps me going through it all.You’ll hear me reflect on:Why I still believe in my dreams when everything feels slowHow I’m shifting my perspective from focusing on the outcome to big picture goals and metricsWhat I’m doing to grow even when it’s hard, focusing on mental health, creating things I love, experimenting with marketing strategies, and trying new creative outlets like podcastingThe mindset that’s helping me push through and how I hold on to hope and my dreams when I don't know the outcomeIf you’re feeling stuck or discouraged I hope this episode reminds you that you’re not alone, and your dreams are worth holding on to.---🔗 Tools & Resources Mentioned❗DISCLAIMER:Some of the links are my favorite recommended resources, and if you use them, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you. Your support means the world to me. 🫶🏾Riverside FM: the platform I use for recording & editing podcasts/videohttps://riverside.fmPodCastle: another tool I mention for editing or audio/video productionhttps://podcastle.aiDescript: The last editing for an audio podcast. I haven't tried this one but I've heard great things about it.https://www.descript.com💸Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk: https://flodesk.com/c/ND98Z5🗞️ Subscribe To The Tuesday Journal:https://gallery713.myflodesk.com/bio🎤 Wireless Lavalier Microphone: https://amzn.to/4hU7jFK---🙋🏾‍♀️ More about me:I also share more behind the scenes over on YouTube, Instagram, and through my newsletter. If you want to you can check out my other episodes or drop me a message and get back to you real soon! 🧡📱 Join Me on Social Media📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tmikamarie📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_gallery713?igsh=cjI5cDF0eTJ0dGxl📌 Pinterest:https://pin.it/2ZYs7NXRi---🌱 Support the showIf this episode aligned with you, it helps so much when you:Subscribe or followLeave a review or ratingLeave me a messageShare it with someone who might also need to hear itThank you for being here and listening.🧡☺️👋🏾

Show Notes: Hey y'all! In today’s episode, I'll be sharing my personal journey with Instagram and why I decided to leave the platform in the last quarter of 2024, and what’s next for my business moving forward. 🚚📦🚶🏾‍♀️ If you've been feeling on the fence about Instagram, social media in general, or just unsure about your strategy, I hope my story will give you a little clarity and maybe even inspire you to make a decision that feels right for you. 🫶🏾 A little about today's episode: 1. Why I started using Instagram in the first place. I talk about the initial role Instagram played in my business strategy and how I used it to connect with my audience. 2. When I knew it was time to let Instagram go. I dive into the signs that made me realize Instagram wasn’t serving me and my goals anymore, and why I decided to move in a different direction. 3. What my focus looks like now. With Instagram off the table, I’m shifting my energy elsewhere—tune in to find out where I'm focusing my attention now and how I plan to show up on social media in new and creativity fulfilling ways. --- Resources Mentioned in this episode: My Website: https://www.gallery713.com/ The Blog: https://www.gallery713.com/blogs/blogs YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@tmikamarie?si=YhHXNIfmXm6zLlX7 (Don't miss the upcoming podvlog!) Free passion to profit workbook: https://gallery713.myflodesk.com/resources (Join the get instant access to the passion to profit workbook Designed to help early stage entrepreneurs like you build memorable and meaningful brands and thriving online businesses of your dreams.) Newsletter: https://gallery713.myflodesk.com/gallerynews The place for inspiring pep talks, branding advice, and empowering conversations for early-stage entrepreneurs and small business women, delivered straight to your inbox. Pinterest: https://pin.it/1DaZggUWw --- Let's Get In touch.💌 If you've been on the fence with your own decision to stay or leave Instagram, I’d love to chat! You can leave me a comment on Spotify or send me an email, and who knows? Maybe I can help you find some clarity! 🫶🏾✨

Welcome to Not So Meek, the podcast! I'm Tamika Marie, your host and fellow entrepreneur on this wild journey with you. As someone who’s building a brand, business, and life I love, I’m here to inspire and guide you to do the same. This is a space where early-stage entrepreneurs can come for real, down-to-earth advice on building memorable, meaningful brands, and thriving online businesses of their dreams while embracing who you truly are. Expect plenty of inspirational stories, and relatable advice I’ve learned along my personal growth journey. We'll embrace our creativity, tap into what makes us unique, and grow the brands, businesses, and a life we genuinely love and desire!