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Showing up online can feel vulnerable, awkward, and emotionally exhausting.
If you have ever questioned your confidence, your relevance, or whether social media is even worth it anymore, this episode is for you.

In this conversation, I’m joined by Chelsea Peitz, keynote speaker, author, and one of the most thoughtful voices in personal branding and human-centered marketing. We talk about why visibility feels so uncomfortable, what is actually happening in your brain when you post online, and how social media has quietly shifted from connection to consumption.

What You’ll Learn

00:00 – Why showing up online feels vulnerable and emotionally charged for most creators
02:19 – How Chelsea accidentally built a personal brand without trying to be an influencer
07:30 – Why the brain builds trust through screens the same way it does in real life
10:24 – The most common limiting beliefs that stop people from posting consistently
18:35 – How Instagram shifted from connection-based content to entertainment and discovery
21:54 – Why traditional engagement metrics are no longer reliable indicators of success
27:55 – How long-term growth comes from consistency, relationships, and not quitting
33:57 – Why Instagram works best as a relationship-building tool rather than a content machine

Key Takeaways

1. Visibility is not neutral and often triggers fear and self-doubt.
2. Your discomfort with social media is a human response, not a personal failure.
3. Trust can be built through a screen when communication is human and consistent.
4. Engagement has changed because people consume content like television.
5. Silent viewers still build connection over time.
6. Traditional metrics can undermine confidence and motivation.
7. Creating your own success metrics builds self-trust.
8. Long-term growth comes from relationships and consistency, not trends.

Resources Mentioned

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Chelsea’s book on human-centered communication

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Instagram does not need to feel chaotic anymore. In this final episode of my 2026 Instagram trends series, I bring everything together. I share a grounded roadmap for building a sustainable Instagram strategy that drives visibility, trust, and sales without burnout. I walk you through what to stop doing, what to focus on instead, and how to create content that actually supports your business goals in 2026.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

00:00 – Why Instagram feels overwhelming and how to simplify your strategy
01:21 – The leadership lesson that reshaped how I think about connection
04:16 – A recap of the three biggest Instagram shifts happening right now
05:36 – What to stop doing in 2026 if you want sustainable growth
06:06 – Why chasing trends hurts long-term trust and conversions
07:32 – Why every piece of content needs a clear job
08:53 – Why views do not equal sales
10:47 – Why depth beats being everywhere at once
11:44 – Why posting at 80% good enough is a growth strategy
12:43 – The mindset shift that creates real confidence on Instagram
13:38 – Why human-first content wins in an AI-driven world
15:33 – Why community matters more than follower count
17:54 – How social search is changing Instagram marketing
19:52 – Why conversation-based marketing is the future
21:21 – How to use AI without losing your voice
23:12 – Your simple three-month Instagram action plan for 2026
29:17 – Why trust will be the ultimate currency moving forward

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Getting views does not guarantee sales. I see this every single day. In 2026, trust matters more than ever. In this episode, I break down what actually turns followers into paying clients. I explain the trust recession. I show you the difference between attention and connection.

I teach you the three specific areas where depth drives real revenue.

You’ll Learn:

00:00 – Why attention and sales are two different things
01:20 – Why most content does not connect to a real sales funnel
04:37 – What the trust recession is and how it changes buying behavior
05:36 – Why hype, urgency, and discounts are losing power
07:01 – Why proof and clarity beat promises
08:57 – Why people buy people, not products
09:25 – How little time you have to capture attention
11:15 – Why attention is rented and depth is owned
11:42 – The three areas where depth actually drives sales
12:10 – Why captions convert warm audiences
13:08 – Why carousels are a hidden growth and conversion tool
14:33 – The carousel data most creators are ignoring
15:29 – How to structure carousels for authority and leads
17:17 – Why consistency of perspective builds trust
19:57 – Why your customer journey must be clear
20:48 – How Elizabeth uses content to drive podcast growth
23:09 – How to choose the right call to action for each post
24:27 – Why DM automation is the real conversion engine
24:56 – How ManyChat turns content into leads on autopilot
26:46 – How to use DM automation in feed posts and stories

Resources Mentioned

• HOT REELS VIP WAITLIST
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• Discover freshly roasted, specialty coffee delivered to your doorstep with Duality Coffee

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In this episode, we talk about how to stand out without burning out. We cover the shift away from generic content. We explore the rise of story-driven and mission-led marketing. We talk about how to grow your visibility in a way that feels human, sustainable, and aligned with your real life.

You will learn why playing the long game matters. You will learn how to use storytelling to stand out in a crowded market. You will learn how to use AI as a strategic partner instead of a replacement. You will learn why personal branding is now non-negotiable. You will also learn how DM automation connects your content to real leads and sales.

What You’ll Learn

00:05 – Why consistency with intention beats posting everywhere
06:13 – Why Instagram growth is a long game
09:04 – Why generic content is forgettable
10:02 – Why story-driven content is winning right now
11:27 – How to use storytelling to create connection and trust
19:22 – Why your brand needs a human face in 2026
21:33 – How direct-to-camera content builds authority
22:55 – How mission-led content creates loyalty and community
24:46 – How niching down makes your marketing stronger
13:44 – How to use AI as a strategic thought partner
15:32 – The CRIT framework for better AI results
26:59 – How to use DM automation to connect content to your funnel
28:28 – How ManyChat helps you grow your list on autopilot
27:58 – Why visibility without conversion is a trap
30:52 – The three big takeaways for your 2026 content strategy

Resources Mentioned

HOT REELS VIP WAITLIST

Hot Reels Full Program Details

Free Close Sales in Your Sleep, DM Automation Guide:

Get your First month FREE of ManyChat Pro.

Learn the CRIT framework that takes you into the top 1% of AI users

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Instagram feels harder than it used to. Your views might be down. Your reach might feel inconsistent. Your content might feel like it is disappearing into the void.

This is not your fault.

In this Strut It episode, I kick off a four part series on Instagram Marketing Trends and Predictions for 2026. I break down what is actually happening on the platform using real data from two massive studies that analyzed more than 44 million posts and nearly 2 million accounts.

You will learn why reach is down, why competition is up, and why this shift is secretly the best opportunity small businesses have had in years.

What You’ll Learn

00:00 – Why Instagram feels harder right now
03:02 – What two major studies reveal about reach, Reels, and competition
08:10 – Why more content means less average reach
09:27 – How the algorithm has shifted toward recommendations and DMs
12:21 – Why small accounts are growing faster than big ones
16:06 – What resonance over reach really means for your business
17:01 – Why views and income are not the same thing
15:09 – How I grew my business by 300 percent with lower average views
20:11 – Why niche content now beats broad content
20:41 – How shareable content wins in 2026
24:00 – Why community matters more than ever
24:56 – Why Reels still matter and how to think about them differently
25:51 – The three strategic takeaways you need to focus on this year

Resources Mentioned

• Join the Hot Reels VIP Waitlist:
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Marketing in 2026 looks nothing like it did even a few years ago. The traditional funnel assumes people move in a straight line from awareness to purchase. That assumption no longer holds.

In this Strut It episode, I sit down with internationally known marketing consultant, speaker, and educator Becca Pountney. Becca works primarily in the wedding industry, but her strategies apply to every business and every niche.

We unpack why attention is harder to earn, why trust is harder to build, and why customers now take multiple paths before buying. Becca introduces her Marketing Theme Park concept and walks through her S.C.R.E.A.M. framework, a practical way to rethink visibility, pricing, experience, and conversion in today’s landscape.

What You’ll Learn

[00:00] Why the traditional marketing funnel is outdated

[01:32] How the marketing theme park reflects modern buying behavior

[02:28] What it actually means to stand out in a crowded market

[04:44] Why transparent pricing builds trust faster

[07:05] How word-of-mouth still cuts through digital noise

[08:59] Why experience now drives conversions

[09:29] How to capture attention in a short attention economy

[21:46] Why customers need multiple ways to buy from you

Key Takeaways

• Visibility alone no longer converts
• Differentiation matters more than perfection
• Clear pricing builds confidence
• Small experience upgrades create big impact
• Attention is earned in seconds
• Simplicity increases sales
• Customers choose their own buying path

Guest Bio

Becca Pountney is an internationally recognized marketing consultant, speaker, and educator. She is the UK’s leading wedding industry marketing expert and the host of the award-winning podcast Wedding Pros Who Are Ready to Grow. Her work helps business owners simplify marketing, increase visibility, and build sustainable growth in a noisy digital world.

Links and Resources

• Get Tickets for Wedding Pros Live in London or Ireland in March of 2026!
• Follow Becca Pountney on Instagram
• Becca’s Podcast: Wedding Pros Who Are Ready to Grow

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As 2025 comes to a close, I pause to reflect on what this year truly taught me about business, visibility, and growth. Instead of another strategy-heavy episode, I share five unexpected lessons that reshaped how I think about success, consistency, and confidence as a business owner and leader.

These lessons did not come from viral moments or overnight wins. They came from staying in the game, planting seeds, and learning how trust, safety, and clarity compound over time. My hope is that this episode helps you feel steadier, more grounded, and clearer about what deserves your energy moving into 2026 and beyond.

This episode is an invitation to put the yardstick behind you and recognize how far you have already come.

What You’ll Learn

[00:00] Why this episode is a reflection, not a strategy lesson
[02:32] Putting the yardstick behind you and measuring real growth
[04:55] Lesson one: Why trust outperformed virality in my business
[09:14] How Instagram stories became my strongest conversion tool
[11:36] Lesson two: The work I resisted most expanded my future
[15:42] How the podcast created growth I could not predict
[17:31] Lesson three: Why safety matters more than hustle
[21:49] Lesson four: How visibility grows when you stop performing
[26:02] Lesson five: Why consistency is about staying the course
[29:18] Final encouragement for anyone feeling behind or tired

Key Takeaways

• Trust builds businesses faster than chasing attention.
• Long-term consistency creates compounding visibility.
• Resistance often signals meaningful growth ahead.
• Safety supports sustainable success better than hustle.
• Authenticity outperforms perfection in visibility.
• Growth happens beneath the surface before it becomes visible.

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Have you ever finished a full workday feeling exhausted but unsure what you actually accomplished?

In this episode of Strut It, I sit down with Kelly Leardon, certified Director of Operations and founder of Walk Like Warriors. We talk about why traditional time management systems fail entrepreneurs and what actually works instead.

Kelly breaks down her signature approach to theming your week, building rhythms that support focus, and reducing the mental load that keeps business owners stuck in constant busy mode. We also dive into how she generated over $30,000 from a single launch using Instagram Stories with fewer than 1,000 followers.

What You’ll Learn

[00:00] Why feeling busy does not mean you are productive
[00:27] Kelly’s approach to theming your week
[02:01] Why entrepreneurs struggle with traditional time management systems
[06:21] Why decision fatigue drains your energy and momentum
[07:15] The real cost of task switching and constant notifications
[13:24] Why theme days work better than task batching
[15:16] Kelly’s play, rest, and work philosophy
[25:54] How Kelly sold over $30,000 with a small Instagram following
[27:17] Why Instagram Stories build trust faster than posts
[29:40] A simple Monday through Friday Instagram Stories selling framework
[33:25] Why you do not need a large following to make sales
[36:05] The importance of clear calls to action
[38:51] Kelly’s final advice on designing a business you actually want

This Week’s Challenge

Choose one theme day for the upcoming week. Commit to it fully. Notice how your focus, energy, and clarity shift when you stop task switching and work in rhythm. Then share one takeaway from this episode in your Instagram Stories and tag Elizabeth and Kelly.

Guest Bio:

If you’ve got a brilliant brain but 47 tabs open - Kelly’s your girl. She's a business coach and strategist who teaches overwhelmed entrepreneurs how to manage their time and turn their chaos into calm with simple, no-fluff systems that stick. Kelly's superpower? Turning “hot-mess energy” into laser-focused action with simple, proven strategies for the ambitious-but-exhausted business owner.

Links and Resources

• Learn about the Success Squad with Kelly HERE
• Join the VIP Success Squad Waitlist HERE
• If you want {FREE!} daily business coaching Monday-Friday in Instagram Stories, click here
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