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I'm Brianna, your new get-it-done friend

I'm a social media strategist who believes your brand deserves to stand out above the digital noise, not blend in. After years of helping businesses find their voice online, I know that the best results come from strategies that are as unique as you are!

Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or just ready for a fresh approach, I'm here to help you build a social presence that feels authentic and actually gets results.

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Personalized coaching to clarify your social media goals and create a roadmap that works for your unique business.

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Get expert eyes on your brand with tailored advice, audits and actionable strategies to boost your social presence.

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"Brianna was able to help me to understand the power of social media marketing, and her advice and support demystified the whole process and helped me to “crack the code” of using social media for my company. Since working with Digital Flamingo, I have almost tripled my lead generation in a few months."
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"Both our Instagram and FB pages have gone from strength to strength. Many of our followers and clients have commented on how great our social media looks. Brianna is honest, reliable and easy to talk to. Thank you, Brianna."
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LinkedIn 101

LinkedIn is one of the most powerful platforms for growing your business, but only if you know how to use it well. In this practical, jargon-free workshop, I'll show you how to make LinkedIn work for your business. Whether you're starting from scratch or already posting regularly, you'll leave with clear, actionable ideas you can put into practice straight away. Together, we'll cover: How to optimise your LinkedIn profile so it reflects your expertise. Ways to build genuine connections with the right people. What to post (and why) to stay visible without feeling salesy. How to create authentic content that helps you stand out for the right reasons. Simple habits that can help you grow your network and create more business opportunities. My workshops are designed to be relaxed, interactive and packed with practical advice. I won't bombard you with buzzwords or complicated strategies—just honest guidance, real-life examples and plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Alongside the workshop, you'll also have the chance to network with other local businesses and access additional support from the Tameside Talks Business team, whatever stage your business is at. If you've been wondering how to get more from LinkedIn, this session will give you the confidence, clarity and strategy to start using it with purpose.

30 Jul 2026
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Planning

Planning Your Social Media Content Calendar

A step-by-step guide to creating a content calendar that keeps you consistent without burning out.__You sit down to post…Open Instagram…Stare at the caption box……and suddenly you’ve forgotten everything you’ve ever done in your business.So you close the app, tell yourself you’ll come back to it later…and a week goes by.Sound familiar?This is exactly where a content calendar helps. Not to make things rigid, but to take away that "what on earth do I post?" feeling and give you a bit of structure that actually works in real life.Here’s how to create one without it becoming another thing you can’t keep up with. Step 1: Start with your actual capacityFirst question: How often can you realistically show up?Not in your most motivated week…your normal one.For most businesses, 2–3 posts a week is more than enough. Consistency will always beat a burst of daily posting followed by silence. Step 2: Pick a few go-to content themesThis is where things get easier.Instead of asking “what should I post?” every time, give yourself a few themes to rotate between.For example:Helpful tips or insightsBehind the scenesRelatable moments or opinionsThe occasional reminder of what you offerYou don’t need loads. Just enough to avoid staring at a blank screen. Step 3: Give your content a jobEvery post should do something.Build trust. Show your expertise. Help people understand what you do.Or gently remind them you exist and can help.When you know the purpose, writing the content becomes much simpler. Step 4: Map out your week (loosely)No complicated system needed. Think something like:Monday - Helpful content that gives the audience some valueWednesday - Behind the scenes to show some personalityFriday - Relatable or promotionalSimple, repeatable and far less guesswork! Step 5: Plan ahead - but keep it flexiblePlanning ahead helps. Overplanning makes it feel like a chore.Aim for 2–4 weeks in advance, with room to adjust, because ideas change and evolve. Life happens. Your content should be able to move with that. Step 6: Keep a running list of ideasYou’re not short on content...you’re just not capturing it!Start noting:Questions you’re askedThings that come up on callsEveryday moments in your businessCommon misconceptionsThis is where your best content usually comes from. Step 7: Make it easy to stick toYour content calendar should support you, not stress you out.Keep it simple. Batch where you can. Don’t overthink every post. “Done” will always outperform “perfect”. Final thoughtsA content calendar isn’t about being rigid or posting for the sake of it. It’s about knowing what you’re doing, feeling more in control, and making social media feel manageable.Start simple. Keep it realistic. Adjust as you go.And if you’re thinking “this makes sense, but I still wouldn’t know where to start”, that’s exactly what I help with in my strategy sessions and Power Hours.No overwhelm. No fluff. Just a plan you can actually stick to.

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Branding

The Power of Authentic Storytelling

Why being genuine on social media is your greatest competitive advantage in a world of polished perfection.___Ever read a post that’s technically “good”, but you forget it almost immediately?It’s well written, it flows nicely, it probably even sounds a bit clever, but it doesn’t actually stay with you. And that’s becoming more common.Content is easier than ever to create now, and while that’s not a bad thing, it does mean a lot of posts are starting to sound very similar. Nicely put together, but missing the thing that makes someone pause and think, oh, that’s me.That’s where authentic storytelling comes in. Why authenticity stands out more than everThere’s no shortage of content. Your audience is scrolling past polished posts, helpful tips and well-structured captions all day long.But when everything starts to look and sound the same, people don’t connect with what’s technically “good”. They connect with what feels real.A perspective they recognise. A moment they’ve experienced. Something that sounds like a person, not just a post.That’s what makes someone stop. What authentic storytelling actually looks likeThis doesn’t mean oversharing or turning your content into a diary.It’s about bringing more of you into what you’re already saying. Sharing real experiences, explaining your thinking and saying things in a way that feels natural rather than overly polished.It’s the difference between content that fills a gap and content that actually lands. Why this is your advantageIf you’re a small business or service provider, this is where you don’t need to compete on volume or perfection.People aren’t just buying what you do - they’re buying how you think, how you communicate and whether they feel like they get you. That’s what builds trust, and that’s what leads to people choosing you.Authentic storytelling helps create that connection long before a conversation even happens. How to start using it (without overthinking it)You don’t need to start from scratch. Most of your best content is already there.Think about the conversations you’re having, the questions that come up, or the small moments in your business that make you pause or rethink something. These are often the pieces of content that resonate most.The key is not to over-polish it. Keep the meaning intact and let it sound like you. Final thoughtsIn a space where content is easier than ever to create, sounding like yourself is what makes the difference.It’s what helps people remember you, trust you and feel confident choosing you.And if you’re trying to figure out how to bring more of that into your content without it feeling forced, that’s exactly what I help with in my strategy sessions and Power Hours. Simple, practical, and built around you.

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Community

Building a Community, Not Just a Following

The difference between vanity metrics and genuine engagement and how to cultivate the latter.____It’s easy to get caught up in numbers.Follower counts, likes, views…they’re often the first things people look at when they’re trying to figure out if their social media is “working”. And while those numbers can feel important, they certainly don’t always tell the full story.Because a large following doesn’t automatically mean people are engaged, interested or ready to buy.That’s where the difference between a following and a community becomes clear. Why vanity metrics don’t tell you muchVanity metrics aren’t completely useless, but they can be misleading.You can have thousands of followers and still struggle to get enquiries. You can have posts with high views but very little interaction. And you can spend a lot of time chasing growth without actually building anything meaningful.On the flip side, a smaller audience that regularly engages, responds and trusts what you say is far more valuable.Because those are the people who remember you, recommend you, and eventually work with you. What a community actually looks likeA community isn’t defined by size - it’s defined by connection.It’s people replying to your stories, commenting on your posts, sending you messages, or even referencing something you’ve shared before. It’s that sense that your audience isn’t just watching, they’re in it with you.It also feels different from your side. You’re not just posting and hoping for the best—you’re having conversations, recognising names, and building familiarity over time.That’s what turns content into relationships. Why this matters for your businessIf you’re a service-based business, this is where social media starts to work properly.People are far more likely to work with someone they feel connected to. Not just someone they’ve seen pop up a few times, but someone they feel like they understand.When you focus on building a community, you’re not just increasing visibility - you’re building trust. And trust is what leads to enquiries, referrals and long-term clients. How to start building a communityThis doesn’t mean doing more. It means being more intentional with how you show up.That might look like creating content that invites conversation rather than just broadcasting information. Asking questions, sharing opinions, or talking about experiences people can relate to.It also means actually engaging back. Replying to comments, responding to messages, and treating your audience like people rather than numbers.Over time, those small interactions are what build something much bigger. A shift in focusMoving from “growing a following” to “building a community” is often a mindset shift.It’s less about reaching as many people as possible, and more about connecting with the right people consistently. It’s about quality of interaction over quantity of views.And it tends to make social media feel a lot more enjoyable to show up for as well! Final thoughtsA following might look good on paper, but a community is what actually drives results.It’s what keeps people coming back, engaging with your content, and choosing to work with you when the time is right.And if your content feels like it’s going out into the void, or you’re getting views but not much else, it’s usually not a reach problem - it’s a connection one.That’s the bit worth focusing on.

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