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The Social Media Takeaway - Louise McDonnell

10 Game-Changing Social Media Tips for 2025 with Ross Brand

Jan 29, 2025
47:34

In this episode of The Social Media Takeaway, I sit down with Ross Brand, a trailblazer in live streaming and video podcasting. With over 1,000 live shows, bestselling books, (including “100 Livestreaming & Digital Marketing Predictions” series and  “Video Podcasting Made Easy”) and a career helping creators and businesses grow, Ross brings unmatched expertise to the table.

Together, we explore 10 cornerstone principles to elevate your social media strategy turning followers into leads and sales. This episode is packed with actionable insights for business owners, from building a thriving community to repurposing content, harnessing AI, cracking social algorithms, and more. 

You’ll also learn:
✅ Why personal branding is your secret weapon for standing out.
✅ How to measure success by real business results—not vanity metrics.

Whether you’re just starting or scaling up, tune in now as this conversation is a goldmine for simplifying your strategy and seeing results.

SHOW CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:24 Past Podcasts Reflection
01:59 Ross's Book and Predictions
03:45 Cornerstone Principles for Success
04:37 Building An Engaging Community
08:21 Creative Content Repurposing
13:52 Using AI for Efficiency
15:30 Mastering Social Algorithms
19:33 Promoting Others for Visibility
25:08 Personal Touch in Content
25:36 Recap of Key Strategies
25:55 Importance of Personal Connection
28:45 Outsourcing for Efficiency
31:47 Measuring Success Beyond Vanity Metrics
36:30 Your Business as Your Best Sponsor
40:16 Social Media Profiles as Digital Portfolios
46:04 Final Thoughts

Connect with Ross:
LinkedIn
Youtube
Website

Grab your copy today and start shaping the future of your digital strategy! : geni.us/100v5

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If you'd like to book a call to see how I can support you head over to my website here. www.sellonsocialmedia.academy/hello

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