Actually Social

10/19/2025

Amazing event last night at the Seeds Of Change Gala! We were thrilled to be able to play a small part. 💜💜💜💜

10/11/2025

Who’s going to the SOC Gala?

More importantly, what are
you planning to wear?

10/11/2025

Check out this gorgeous vase!

I absolutely love it. The size, the sparkle, the blue color that makes me happy every time I look at it.

Fun fact: I’ve actually had this vase for years. It was a gift from one of my favorite people, someone I don’t get to see anymore. It’s precious to me, so I've been keeping it tucked away in its pretty, protective velvet box because I didn’t want anything to happen to it.

I thought I was protecting it, but really, I think it was more about control.
If I kept it safe, I couldn’t accidentally knock it over.
If I kept it hidden, nothing bad could happen to it.

After a very intense year, I am finally asking myself:
Why am I keeping the things that bring me joy locked away?
Why am I self-sabotaging my happiness?
Has control been more important than joy?

Enough is enough.

Today, I took it out of its box, filled it with fresh flowers from our local Sprouts, and set it where I can see it every day, where it can actually brighten my space and my mood.

It made me realize I do this in other parts of life too.
I save things for later and end up missing out on enjoying them.
I hold back joy, connection, and even creativity for “another time.”

Drop a ❤️ or let me know if you do this too.

So today, on World Mental Health Day, I’m reminding myself (and maybe you too):

Eat dessert first.
Wear the sparkly shoes.
Hit send on the post.
Say yes to the plans.
Show up for the people who matter.

Have a magical weekend, and don’t forget to do something for YOU!

09/27/2025

YAS!!! Another puppy friendly biz in Maricopa!!!

That fact alone will earn our business. 🩵🩵🩵🩵

09/22/2025

Stay away from the link, Carol Ann.

They’re back and hoping to scare you.
But those fake Meta messages are nothing more than smoke and mirrors.

Click? Nope.
Respond? Not today.
Best move? Delete, report, and keep on keepin' on.

Have a question about staying safe while marketing your biz online? Drop it in the comments!

08/29/2025

OMG! He’s got a point!

Hump Day Smile:

05/11/2025

Wishing all the moms, the moms-to-be, and the moms who don't get to be with their "short-people" this year,

a beautiful, magical, wonderful Mother's Day,

no matter where in the world you are.

All our love-

Slim & the KJ Family 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵

04/28/2025

Typical Monday at the offices

04/20/2025

If you're scrolling this morning while still in pajamas or sneaking a scroll between mimosa refills... hi, you're my people.

Today’s not about algorithms or analytics. It’s about pausing. Breathing. Maybe not even posting (unless your dogs are wearing bunny ears like Slim here, then totally go for it - and be sure to tag me).

Whatever Easter looks like for you, whether it's a holiday or just another Sunday, I hope it includes rest, snacks, and zero guilt for not “doing more.”

Happy Easter from Actually Social, where social media doesn’t have to be scary.

04/07/2025

This little figure made me laugh, because honestly? It kind of says everything I believe about marketing.

It’s not about fitting into a box. It’s about stepping out of one.

This one-of-a-kind Funko Pop version of me has all the essentials: a planner, laptop, a hashtag tumbler, and even a tiny skeleton (let’s be real, there’s always something spooky about showing up online, right?).

But the truth is, your marketing should feel just as custom.
Just as you.
Whether you’re running the show solo or wearing too many hats, your message shouldn’t blend into the background.

You don’t need a formula. You don't need a hack. You need a strategy that fits. One that’s Actually Social.

03/24/2025

Sunday night cheers to our friends at Hands Of Silk Massage 480-522-6505 for sharing some of her ridiculously yummy homemade lemon cello with our team!

WOW! What a delicious way to wrap up a weekend! Thank you Shannon & Mike!

02/18/2025

Hey Maricopa Biz Peeps!

Did you attend the Maricopa Chamber of Commerce Awards Ceremony last month? Our Events Committee would love to hear your thoughts and ideas as they start planning for next year's event.

Fun Fact: if you didn't attend but have in the past, or are thinking of attending in the future, you are welcome to fill out the survey as well.

Did you make it to the "Big Game" last month?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Did you have to skip it this year? We'd like to hear from you, too!

Our fantastic Events Committee is hard at work making plans for the next Chamber Awards ceremony, and they would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions.

Please head on over to https://forms.gle/VSJ2A8EgqfTGiyxZ8 and take a few minutes to share your feedback with the team! Your opinion is invaluable to us!