by Mandy Barker | Jun 29, 2023 | Small Biz Tips
Where on earth has 2022-23 gone? I swear that I just wrapped up Christmas and yet here I am finalising EOFY bits and pieces. Are you satisfied with the year that was? When I look back to this time last year I’m quietly pleased with myself. While I really...
by Mandy Barker | May 31, 2023 | Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Small Biz Tips, Social Media Tips
Do you struggle with coming up with fresh content ideas for your social media platforms? Well, I’ve got you covered for the month of June! 📅👍 As a content creator and social media professional, I know how challenging it can be to consistently come up with new...
by Mandy Barker | Apr 27, 2023 | Instagram, Small Biz Tips, Social Media Tips
The Instagram Gods smiled on us last week, and just in case you didn’t already know, I have to share the news with you. Instagram has announced you can now have up to 5, yes 5, links included in your Instagram Bio. This new feature is huuuuuuuuge and long...
by Mandy Barker | Apr 13, 2023 | Small Biz Tips, Social Media Tips
I hope that you had a great Easter, and enjoyable school holidays so far 🐰🐣 Here’s a little-known creative place on the intergoogles that is well worth sharing… Creative Market is for you if you ever need:👉🏼 fonts👉🏼 graphics👉🏼 stock photos👉🏼...
by Mandy Barker | Mar 30, 2023 | Small Biz Tips, Social Media Tips
Here’s a quick and dirty tip to get your social media, emails, and other content, looking a whole lot more eye-catching and easier to digest for your reader. Try using emojis like bullet points. After all, a list like this one: 📌with short punchy sentences📌is...
by Mandy Barker | Mar 16, 2023 | Small Biz Tips, Virtual Assistant
In the past, I’ve had friends that have called me Monica. This started waaaaaay back in the 90s when Friends was fresh and being a ‘Monica’ indicated that you were a little OTT and particular, just like the character. And I’m a proud Monica...
by Mandy Barker | Mar 2, 2023 | Small Biz Tips
I’m a huuuuuge proponent of personal development and so I’ve jumped in and learned lots of things over the years across many areas of business and personal interest. I love a good book to learn from, in-person, online courses, webinars and workshops. I...
by Mandy Barker | Feb 23, 2023 | Small Biz Tips
I attended a women’s business event on the Sunshine Coast in January. It popped up online, it looked interesting and it was a new group of business owners that I’d never met before. So, I drove over an hour to get there, walked (late) into a room of complete strangers...
by Mandy Barker | Feb 16, 2023 | Small Biz Tips
I am an unashamed Michael Portillo fan, but I’m sad to say that he won’t be on the 2-week train. At least, not THIS 2-week train. Cherie Clonan taught me about this concept and it’s one to keep in mind when you are creating your socials, or if...
