Short form video (aka Reels, TikToks, Youtube Shorts) have only just begun, and if you’re using social media for business, you don’t want to miss out on this style of video! In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley breakdown pro tips for creating short-form videos for social media platforms. They cover topics such as the basic format of a video, the use of hashtags, the importance of recognizable intros and closings, the role of captions, finding trending audio, and creating visually appealing cover images. They emphasize the importance of focusing on your audience and providing value in your content.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Jonathan reveals the basic 3-part format you should be using in your videos.
: Are hashtags still important? We go over that.
: Hooks are vital for stopping the scroll. Jonathan gives an example of what’s working right now.
: What kind of call to action works?
: Caption length - Oh, we dive into that! Don’t worry.
: How do I find real trending audio?
: The cover image - what should I include?

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Let’s be honest here, mindset is something you will continuously work on! Your brain has one job and that is to keep you safe. So anything that pushes you out of your comfort zone will cause your brain to throw up hurdles to keep you safe! In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley share different ways you can push through the hard to get to the good. They’ll share what’s been working for them when they find themselves stuck in a rut or feeling defeated. It’s an episode that you don’t want to miss.

Health Disclaimer: As mentioned in the episode, we are not mental health professionals. Anything shared in this episode is from personal experience and is not mandatory to do or try.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Start investing in yourself. Whatever that looks like for you. We share some examples of what we’re doing in the episode.
: Turn to your entrepreneurial friends who understand & can remind you of who you are.
: Keep creating. Keep pushing. Being in motion can help respark good energy & goals.
: Lean into your faith and/or motivational resources.
: You can do hard things. You have gotten through hard before. Take a moment to remember how far you’ve come.

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Why is it so hard to make a post? Is it because there’s always something going on and you just have no time to do it? Or maybe you just don’t feel like doing it?

In this episode of Coffee Social, Instagram Reels & Storytelling Coach Jonathan Howard & Social Audio Marketing Coach Mimi Langley share insights on how to stay top of mind for your audience & remain visible without feeling overwhelmed & burnt out. They start by talking about using Instagram stories and reels to maintain a consistent presence. They also highlight the benefits of social audio platforms like Clubhouse for engaging with your audience. The hosts emphasize the importance of scheduling posts in advance and repurposing content to save time.

Jonathan & Mimi walk you through the ways to batch and schedule posts that resonate with your audience, ensuring your social media game stays as fresh as your morning cup of joe. Jonathan's main mantra is reduce, reuse, recycle, and repurpose; it's not just for the environmentally conscious, but a savvy approach to keep your channels brimming with engaging content. With tips like maintaining a caption bank and repurposing your greatest hits, we're spilling the beans on how to optimize your online presence with minimal fuss. So, pour yourself a refill, and let's get your content strategy buzzing.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
: Instagram stories are easy to create on the fly & keep you insight in mind.
: Social audio is another way to easily show up. All you need is your phone & your voice.
: Scheduling posts in advance so you don’t have to think about them later.
: Repurposing content you’ve already created is a win-win for efficiency & repeating your message.
: Jonathan reveals his 4 R Method on how he saves time & shows up consistently.

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Social media posting consistency, Instagram content schedule, Reels and stories consistency, Instagram reels advice, Creating a content calendar, coffee social podcast, social media podcast, Building a posting routine, Social media growth tips, audio marketing, Scheduling posts in advance, Tips for consistent social media presence, Instagram engagement strategies, repurposing content