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🎙️ Social Media Success in 2026: Creating Valuable Content🎙️ Social Media Success in 2026: Creating Valuable ContentHey bestie 🤍 Today we’re breaking down the very loud conversation around 2026 being “the era of value” and the rise of the so-called intellectual influencer. Spoiler: this isn’t new, but there is something important to learn from it. ✨ In This Episode• Value isn’t trending, it’s returning Educators, strategists, and thought-leaders have always existed. What’s changing is what people are paying attention to. • Your algorithm shapes your mindset What you consume influences what you create. If your feed is all entertainment, you might miss the creators who are building depth and longevity. • Audiences are more aware than ever People can spot clickbait and shallow content quickly. As more creators and consumers focus on wellness, growth, and the future, educational and thoughtful content feels more aligned. • Community over clout Instead of asking “How do I get more views?” try “How do I increase my impact?” Depth builds trust. Trust builds longevity. • What counts as valuable content? Value can look like: Educating Entertaining Inspiring Every piece of content should have a clear goal, whether that’s teaching something new, making someone laugh, or helping them feel seen. • Depth is available to every niche Even lifestyle, fashion, and beauty creators can go deeper through values, opinions, and real conversations. Substance is what makes content memorable. 🎧 Final ThoughtBefore you post your next piece of content, ask yourself: How can I make my audience’s life, brand, business, or mindset just 1% better today? That’s the real formula for social media success in 2026. LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide Click to browse all the social strategy digital resources  SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs: ShopMy Fave content + life recs: Amazon Storefront

🎧 DIY Your Content Plan With Intention (Not the Algorithm)If you’ve ever downloaded a content calendar, tried to follow someone else’s posting routine, or felt overwhelmed by all the “you should be doing this” advice… this episode is for you. In this solo episode, we break down how to DIY your own content plan so you’re creating with clarity, confidence, and intention, not chaos, burnout, or algorithm anxiety. ✨ What You’ll Learn In This Episode• The difference between a content plan vs a content strategy and why confusing the two keeps creators stuck • Why creating for the algorithm sets you up for inconsistency and frustration • How to choose a sustainable posting cadence you can actually maintain • What content pillars really are (and why “educate, inspire, entertain” isn’t it) • How to build a simple weekly content schedule that removes decision fatigue • How to review your content monthly and pivot intentionally using real data • The difference between your creative brain vs CEO brain and when to let each one lead • Why repetition is not boring, it’s strategic • How to lean into what’s working instead of constantly chasing new ideas 🔗 Resources Mentioned👉 FREE Notion Content Calendar  👉LISTEN NEXT: IT GIRL AGENDA podcast episode (planning the new year together)  👉 Digital blueprints to craft your social strategy

🎧 Episode: Creating Your It Girl Agenda for 2026Welcome to the first episode of the Inspired Media Podcast of 2026 🤍 We’re kicking off the year with our annual tradition: creating your IT GIRL AGENDA!!!! 2026 isn’t about burning everything down or starting from scratch. This is a refinement year. We’re building on what already works, learning from 2025, and stepping into a more intentional version of ourselves. In this episode, I walk you through my updated It Girl Agenda framework so you can plan the year without overwhelming yourself. ✨ What We Cover• Why you should plan for the year but focus on the quarter • How to do a real audit of 2025 (results and feelings) • The four categories every It Girl Agenda needs • Why identity matters more than goals • How to set one focused goal per category without burnout • A simple system to stay consistent all year 🧠 The It Girl Agenda FrameworkRule #1: Plan the year, but hyper focus on the quarter Step 1: The Audit Review your calendar, camera roll, finances, and notes Audit how things felt, not just what happened Step 2: Set goals in four categories Business Socials Finances Personal Step 3: Identity first Start with “I’m the type of person who…” Goals follow identity, not the other way around Step 4: One goal per category Attach one to two realistic weekly action items 🤍 Final ThoughtsYour value is not defined by what you accomplished in 2025. Ambition is honorable. Wanting more is honorable. Planning is honorable. But the pressure doesn’t have to come from you. Give it to God and let 2026 show you how good it can be. 📌 Pro Tips• Film yourself creating your It Girl Agenda in January • Make a phone folder titled “2026” for ideas, milestones, and memories • Share this episode with a friend who needs a fresh start Save this episode, send it to your people, and tag me when you’re creating your It Girl Agenda so I can hype you up 🤍

Holiday sale details + breakdown in here: In this episode, I’m breaking down what it actually means to build a personal brand in 2026 without chasing trends, niches, or virality. If you’re entering a new era, planning a rebrand, or craving clarity, this episode is your Personal Brand Starter Pack. What I Talk AboutWhat a personal brand really is (and what it’s not) Why followers and views don’t equal trust or impact How to stop copying what everyone else is doing and start building something that feels like you The Personal Brand Starter PackYou-Coded Content™ – how you say something matters more than what you say Unselfish Content™ – lifestyle content that invites people in instead of showing off Signature Style Series™ – repeatable formats and visual cues that build recognition Lifestyle Pillar™ – the subtle details that make your brand memorable Passion + Purpose – building from intention, not validation Scalability – creating a brand that supports where you’re actually going It Girl Mentality – taking action from confidence, not comparison   A personal brand isn’t built by following rules. It’s built by knowing who you are, how you want people to feel, and showing up consistently from that place. When your foundation is clear, every content decision gets easier. 🎁 End of Year SaleI have a TONNNNNN of free resources but if you were looking for something a little extra, we're on the last days of the holiday sale 2025. ✨ Discounts on: 3 for 30% off bundles on:  Unselfish Content™Signature Style Series™Social Stand OutYOU-CODED Minimind (Backstage edition)And 15% off standalone  The sale ends December 31st. Last 3 days of the sale are live: Gift your brand something that will give back Let’s make 2026 the “I can’t believe I did that” year, not the “I should have” year 🤍

Hey Bestie 🤍🫶 If you watched the last episode or you’ve been tuning into my content, you know I’m all about unselfish content — but today, we’re talking about unselfish selling and how the two actually come from the same place. I’m currently in a soft launch (July 2025 vibes), and I figured this would be the perfect time to give you the real behind-the-scenes on what it actually looks like to launch a course that connects, converts, and doesn’t make people roll their eyes. This episode is a mix of storytelling, live lessons, and strategy — no gatekeeping, just real tea from the trenches. If you're planning to launch your own digital product or you’ve been side-eyeing the course world wondering if it’s still worth it... this one’s for you. 💻 🖊 WHAT WE'RE COVERING:  Why courses have been getting canceled on social media — and why that’s kind of fairThe exact numbers from my soft launch: 50+ sales in 2 days, 80+ in 6 days, $8K+ in revenueWhat I focused on to make the course actually valuable — content, structure, deliveryMy IG-first marketing approach: what worked, what surprised me, and what I’d do differentlyA breakdown of the entertaining vs. inspirational vs. educational content angleHow I built trust and prepped my audience before launch without being annoyingLessons in selling through serving (and why your offer isn’t about you — it’s about them)Tangible tips for building and launching your own digital product in 2025If you’re in your course era, or even just thinking about it, this episode is your permission slip to do it ethically and intentionally — while still getting paid. 💸 Let’s normalize launching without scamming, shall we?   LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Get the UNSELFISH CONTENT guide  Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs

welcome to DAY 1 of your It Girl Content Rebrand!!! the first assignment: deep diving into SELFISH vs. UNSELFISH CONTENT. if you’re making vlogs, GRWMs, or “come with me” style content and wondering why it’s not growing your brand or building a real community, this one’s for you. you’ll learn the difference between selfish vs. unselfish content, and how to instantly elevate your lifestyle videos so they actually make people feel something. ✨ THE NOTES:  we’ve lost the plot with lifestyle content — it’s cute, but not always meaningful. selfish content = narrating your life without a story or point.unselfish content = still about you, but for your audience.a framework to help you turn a selfish vlog into a cohesive, engaging, and unselfish vlogthe content anglesentertaining – funny, chaotic, engagingeducational – tips, takeaways, what you’ve learnedinspirational – shift a mindset or share a powerful moment📌MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  NOW LIVE: The Unselfish Content™ Guide — visual examples + deeper breakdowns + actionable frameworks: OPT IN  unselfish vlog example: @InspiredMediaCo

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind-the-scenes your favorite brands? Strategy, product, influencer marketing, how to get noticed by them? In today’s episode we have a veryyyyy special guest, Kira Jackson, the chief brand officer at Set Active (yeahhhh SET ACTIVE!!!!), breaking the fourth wall and revealing it all for us to learn from. Whether you’re a founder or business owner wanting to stand out from the noise of socials or a creator who has a dream brand that you'd would luv to work with, we’re getting INTO ITTTTT!  the BTS of brand strategy for Set Active influencer marketing (what they look for when working with influencers) angel investing work-life balance as a working mom  🤍 CONNECT WITH KIRA Instagram @kiramackenzie)  TikTok (@kiramackenz)  ✨LET'S YAP  Instagram (@inspiredmediaco)  TikTok (@inspiredmediaco) 🔗RESOURCES  Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide  Free Notion Content Calendar SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint  🛒SHOP  Fave content tools  Fave lifestyle recs 

Today’s guest is extra, extraaaa special – literally the collab I’ve been counting down the days for! We’re sitting down with the founder of Busy Blooming, Tess, to talk about her journey from corporate 9-5 to full-time content creator and business owner. We’re ✨unpacking ✨ alllllll the social media tea on:  Tess’ journey: from corporate marketing to running Busy Blooming & being a full-time creatorSocial media advice that needs to goooo (spoiler: you don’t need to post 6x a day to be successful)The biggest mistakes creators make & how to avoid themStarting a YouTube channel? Tess breaks it all down step by stepManaging YouTube vs. short-form content & workflow hacksThe reality of being a content strategist – the behind-the-scenes, struggles, and sustainability Sharing "edu" content without feeling ickAnd as Tess always says EMBRACE. THE. CRINGE. (it's giving IT GIRL ENERGYYYYYY) Connect with Tess:  Instagram: @tessbarclay TikTok: @tess.barclay LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs    

The episode you’ve all been waiting for: Signature STYLE Series! This episode is your step-by-step guide to crafting a series that you’ll be KNOWN for (well at least one way to do it). And trust me, the “STYLE” part? It’s everything!!!! So allow me to be your social media strategist for a day:  Why This Works (Receipts Inside 👀) What happened when my clients started their own:  Client A: Brand deal booked after just 5 episodes + increased engagement + increased website traffic Client B: 40K+ followers in 3 daysClient C: From 40K views to 400K+ on her SSSClient D: A 5.5M views viral hit from 2023 that’s still performing stronggggg in 2025How to Build your Signature Style Series Creating content around YOUR life, not changing your life for contentIntentional InspirationFocusing on YOUR style (editing, catchphrases, music, fonts—your signature elements).Examples of signature style seriesQuick tips to get you into ✨production mode✨Signature Styles Series has become one of my favorite parts of working with creators and business owners on their socials. Now, if you''re inspired to started your own: DM me on ig/tiktok and keep me updated on your progress! I LUVVVV seeing your SSS success stories, and who knows, maybe I’ll feature yours next LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs

the creator economy is worth $250 BILLION dollars, so it’s safe to say THERE IS MONEY TO BE MADE, but let’s be soooo for real about the other side of “making a lot of money” as a creator (or should i say creator CEO). this episode is part 2 of the raw, unfiltered lessons from scaling to half a million dollars as a creator ceo. here’s what i wish i knew: 1. you won’t always get the recognition you think you deserve—keep going anyway 2. hustle is addicting, just bc something is “familiar” to do, doesn’t mean it’s the best way to do something. 3. it’s one thing to make money, it’s another to manage it: your mind needs to catch up to your bank account 4. there’s a lot of waiting 5. don’t rely on brand deals 6. people-pleasing will hold you back 7. taxes are actually the worse thing ever (i cried) 8. success may not feel like what you imagined 9. cultural expectations around money make things complicated 10. grit is IT!!!   LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs

my most nerve-wracking, shaking in my boots, i'm sweatinggggg episode, but i'm finally ready to share:  after 3 years, i hit 100K followers on tiktok (now almost 100K on ig)  in less than 2 years, i hit 6 figures in 2024, i made 1/2 million dollars in january this year, i made $70K in 14 days i launched my podcast (now: 70K+ downloads) success in your 20’s is a balancing act: enjoy your youth but also take advantage of it. this episode will be part 1 on the lessons i learned through success milestones, money milestones, growth, and what it REALLY took to get here. not just the "everyone can do this!!" narrative, but the real, raw, vulnerable, hard conversations on success and how at 25 years old i was an am able to build a successful online business and a life that 10 year old me only dreamed of. i've been holding off talk about money and success bc in all honestly, most conversations give me the ick, most conversations are all about the flashy numbers, but lack TRUTH and SUBSTANCE. so my goal in sharing these wins is to offer that to you: to hopefully inspire, show you what's possible, but also to create a space where these conversations are OKAY TO HAVE. and lastly, my "top secret", i give this all to God: He is my co-founder, my partner, my #1 mentor, it is through Him all biggest, wildest, most ambitious dreams are possible no matter where you come from, no matter what stats are against you, no matter how impossible it seems, there is NO WASTED POTENTIAL when we are fulfilling His purpose. i blessed and honored you're here   p.s if ANY of this resonated with you, i would LUV to know your feedback, experience, thoughts on here, ig, tt, whatever feels best for you!!!    LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint Join the waitlist for Social Media Management Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Social Strategy Coaching SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY (well almost) ❤️‍🔥  and since my luv language is roasting you LOL, i thought it would only be fitting if that’s what we dedicated today’s post to be: a little tough luv for the toxic habits that might be holding you BACK! we’re calling it out so you can move forward with clarity. saying "just coming on here"—own your presence.quit apologizing for your looks—we literallyyyy didn’t even notice, and even if we do…more engagement helloooodon’t give up after one try—just bc it didn't work the first time, DOES NOT mean your ideas aren't worth trying AGAIN.stop assuming people “already know” something—they don’t, meet us where WE are.more value ≠ more valuable—sometimes simplicity is best.trying too many new things = let’s not confused distraction with experimentation.going wide instead of deep—there’s a difference between being multi-faceted vs. being chaotic.boundaries fuel creativity, not kill it.create with intention—let's talk about having REAL goals to set up your socials for the LONNNNNG game. you know what to do to get more views, but does it ACTUALLY align with you?feeling called out? GOOD. that means you’re self-aware enough to fix it. you have more control than you think, so focus on what is in your hands—your habits, persistence, and mindset. if this hit home, send it to a bestie who needs a luving roast and if you had a big takeaway, dm me on IG or email me—i would LUV to it hear it LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Free Lifestyle Pillar Guide Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint Pre-Book your 1:1 Social Strategy Intensive Join the Waitlist: Apply for Social Media Management  Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Social Strategy Coaching SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs

so you wanna leverage your lifestyle and personality in you content? PPEERRIODDDDD. in this episode we’re talking through tangible ways to create YOU-CODED content that resonates with your audience. Episode Breakdown: Mindset First: Your brand isn’t just about you. Focus on the impact you want to make and the bigger picture beyond your own goals.Lifestyle Content That Hits: Stop making “selfish” vlogs that are just about you—invite your audience in with storytelling, conflict, and context that keeps them wanting MORE and allows us to connect with you Set Intentional Goals: Think beyond going viral. Use lifestyle content to grow your brand, flex your creativity, and nurture with your audience.Methods: Create memorable catchphrases, use unique branding elements that showcase YOUR personal style, and catch the influencer accent.lifestyle content isn’t just about showing your life—it’s a way to connect, inspire, and share multiple sides of who you are authentically send this to a bestie, and of course I’d LUVVVV to hear your thoughts, notes, wins, whatever on IG + TT @inspiredmediaco LET'S YAP: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint Social Media Management Application  Pre-Book your 1:1 Social Strategy Intensive Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Social Strategy Coaching SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs

say it with me: in 2025 we are ONLY ACCEPTING IT GIRL BEHAVIOR💅. buuuuut we cannot build that up without TAKING OUT THE TRASH so in this episode we’re going through the main social media “practices, habits, tips” (and some lifestyle as well) that DID NOT make the cut on the IT GIRL AGENDA as well as the farrrrr better alternatives🤌✨✨ my verse of the year to you: Psalm 65:11 11 You crown the year with a bountiful harvest; even the hard pathways overflow with abundance. i hope this year is so nourishing, fun, exciting, and progressively challenging for you. 2025 is ours and as always i’m so happy you’re here what’s next: tune into the IT GIRL AGENDA episode where we are step-by-step planning the new year together (11 min) browse my fave content/lifestyle recs THOUGHTS? FEEDBACK? WINS? LET’S YAP ABOUT IT: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint Pre-Book your 1:1 Social Strategy Intensive Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Social Strategy Coaching Join the Waitlist for Social Media Management   

what's going viral rn? the girlies are planning their new years rebrand at 1am...and honestly i get it LOL! BUT what if i told you i have the PERFECT next step to your vision boarding aka the ✨IT GIRL AGENDA✨:  take last year lookseyyy👀focus on the 4 main categories: 💻BIZ, 🤝SOCIALS, 💸FINANCES, 🤍PERSONAL🖊️plan goals/focuses in each of the 4 main categories👟write AT LEAST 1 small action item per focus/goal🕊️pray over your plan (Jeremiah 29:11)as we're all in our planning era, just remember, you can't THINK your way to success, it's ACTION that makes the BIGGEST IMPACT (yes even the small steps). and if you're tuning it/working on your OWN it girl agenda, i'd LUV to see it so tag/dm me @inspiredmediaco MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR! here's to becoming the IT GIRL version of ourselves 😌 next steps:  podcast episode: launching a podcast within 14 days want a little more social strategy support for the new year? Opt into SOCIAL STAND OUT 2.0: the social strategy blueprint LET'S VIBE: Instagram @inspiredmedico TikTok @inspiredmediaco RESOURCES: Apply for Social Media Management  Pre-Book your 1:1 Social Strategy Intensive Join the Waitlist for 1:1 Social Strategy Coaching SHOP (affiliate link) : Fave content + life recs