Utterly Social

03/09/2025

I don’t know about you, but September can bring a mixed bag of emotions. 
The back-to-school buzz. The bittersweet quiet. The pressure to “get back to it” while still trying to remember what day it is.
So here’s what I’m looking forward to… and what I’m absolutely not:

💛 5 things I’m excited for in September 
1. Quiet… like, actual quiet. That sweet silence after they head to the school bus feels borderline luxurious.
2. All my creative ideas from summer actually seeing the light of day. I might finally have the headspace to start that new project…
3. Routine, you beautiful beast. The return of structure means mornings that feel manageable when juggling multiple clients.
4. Hot tea, a tidy-ish desk, and a full to-do list that you may just be able to tick off.
5. Autumn energy and cosy jumpers. Crisp air, fresh notebooks, the joy of fresh starts.

🙃 5 things I’m not looking forward to…
1. The germs. The school petri dish is open for business, and you know it’s definitely coming home - an endless loop of sniffles, colds, and mystery bugs.
2. My eldest heading off to uni.… I’m proud, obviously. But also a little bit gutted. (Still pretending I’m fine but not sure I’m ready for this one 😢)
3. The admin. Forms, emails, logins, ParentMail, forgotten passwords. It feels like a frickin’ full-time job!
4. My tan fading. I was starting to get used to looking healthy...
5. Suddenly remembering everything I forgot. Oh yes, that client follow-up. That deadline. That form. That… 😬 

What about you? What’s on your list? x

13/08/2025

Before you post that graphic, caption, or Reel… PAUSE.

Ask: Would my ideal customer understand this without any context?

We’re all too close to our own content - clarity beats cleverness every time.

Want help pressure-testing a post? DM it to me with “quick win” and I’ll review one for you.

06/08/2025

Staring at a blank screen?
Scrolling through old posts for inspiration that just isn’t coming?
👉 Let AI give you a head start, without stealing your voice.

This week’s quick win:
Use this caption prompt formula to get quality content faster (without sounding like a robot):

“Write a [length] caption for a [platform] [format] about [topic], written for [audience].
The tone should be [tone].
The goal is to [engagement goal].
Include keywords like [insert 3–5 keywords].
Structure it with a strong hook, clear body, and a compelling CTA.”

🔁 Bonus: Ask ChatGPT to give you 3 tone variations so you can pick what actually sounds like you.

🎁 Want more like this?
My free Ultimate AI Caption Prompt Pack is packed with ready-made prompts for Reels, carousels, LinkedIn posts and more - all designed to save you time and sound human.

📥 Grab it via the link in comments / bio.



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18/07/2025

Out of Office, but not out of mind…
These days you really don’t need to be glued to your phone to stay visible.

That’s why I put together The Social Media OOO Checklist - to help you keep your content ticking while you’re off recharging.

It’s full of helpful stuff like:
✔️ 3 low-effort post ideas to batch before you go
✔️ A printable weekly planner
✔️ Plug-and-play captions + easy engagement boosters
✔️ What to tweak in your DMs, bio + pinned posts

No complicated systems. No stress. Just a simple way to keep showing up without burning out.

📌 Link to the full article + free download is in the comments.

Full disclosure: this post was scheduled. I’m currently taking a break, so I may be slower to respond than usual! 😉🏝️

16/07/2025

If you’re already writing solid captions, take the extra 30 seconds to describe your image in the ALT text box.

Why? It boosts searchability and improves the user experience.

1. Create your post as usual.
2. On the final screen (before you hit “Share”), scroll down and tap Advanced settings.
3. Tap Write alt text.
4. Write a short, clear description of what’s in your image e.g. “Flatlay of desk with laptop, notebook, coffee mug, and dried flowers.”
5. Tap Done and share your post.

Small tweak = bigger reach. 😊

03/07/2025

✈️ Booked the flights? Packed the SPF?�
But your content is still sitting in drafts? 😬

Taking a break shouldn’t mean losing momentum on your socials.

So I made something for you 👇�
The Social Media OOO Checklist�(That’s Out of Office for the acronym-averse 😆)

Inside you’ll get:�
✔️ 3 easy post types you can batch in under an hour�
✔️ A printable weekly content calendar�
✔️ Plug-and-play captions + Story ideas�
✔️ Tips to tweak your bio, DMs, pinned posts + more

It’s a stress-free plan for staying visible without being glued to your phone.

☀️ Whether you’re off to Cornwall or just logging off for a few days, this’ll keep things ticking. �Let your content work while you rest!

🔗 Comment CHECKLIST and I’ll send you the link 👇

09/06/2025

Excited to share my new look website!

I have been very remiss on my own socials recently.
I’ve spent over a decade helping other brands show up online - while Utterly Social quietly grew through word of mouth.

But now we’ve had a glow-up.

A new brand look - a shiny new website - and a clearer-than-ever way to say: we help brilliant, busy small business owners stop winging it on social.

So if you’re running your own show and feeling a bit “what do I even post?” - you’re in the right place.

Have a nosey at the new site (link in comments) and let me know what you think!
And if you know someone who could use a bit of Utterly magic - feel free to pass it on 💛

07/03/2023

‘Meta Verified’ will give you a blue badge along with several other benefits, including increased visibility, protection against impersonation, priority customer support, and more for a monthly $11.99 a month.
A big concern is that it could lead to some confusion between a Meta Verified account and a popular account. Also, Meta Verified’s prime offering is an increase in reach for paid users. Combined with verification, it could cause a lot of chaos, including amplifying hate speech or misinformation. So it’s going to be important to track how users react to the new subscription product in New Zealand and Australia.

Now you can pay for verification on Facebook and Instagram.

28/06/2021

It has been an awesome week, soaking up history in the sun whilst working hard of course!😉
After months of lockdown it was joyful to be with people having fun again at one of the first 'live' events of the summer.
Sad it's all over now..

26/02/2021

Coming soon to Twitter: Paid Super Follows to let you charge for access to additional content and the ability to create and join groups based around specific interests..

http://ow.ly/PBBI50DKxkx via

"This website is free" no longer applies.

29/04/2020

It's not all Zoom and gloom, there are other Apps out there to help you work from home.

To boost your quarantine routines check out these 5 new apps to help you connect with who you want and accomplish what you need.

30/03/2020

There's a coronavirus infodemic raging on social media and it's essential we all fight back! A free, new online independent, fact checking service for coronavirus launches today: Infotagion.

There’s a coronavirus infodemic raging on social media. But there’s also a way out