Sisu Social Media

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Whether you need help building, maintaining or growing your online presence, we can help deliver traffic, leads and sales.

We all know consistency matters—but when client work piles up or the holidays hit, content can slip to the bottom of the...
12/16/2025

We all know consistency matters—but when client work piles up or the holidays hit, content can slip to the bottom of the list. Staying consistent doesn’t mean producing more; it means building smarter habits that keep your brand visible even when you’re busy.

Here’s how to make that happen:

📌Plan Ahead (Just a Little): You don’t need a massive content calendar—just a simple outline of what’s coming up. For example, block one hour at the start of each month to plan your next three posts or newsletters. This small step helps you stay on track without feeling overwhelmed.

📌 Repurpose What’s Working: Look at your analytics and identify your top three performing posts from the last quarter. Turn one into an email, another into a Reel, and the third into a carousel post. Repetition with intention reinforces your message and saves time.

📌 Automate Strategically: Schedule posts or emails during your busiest weeks so your audience still hears from you. Tools like Later or Zoho Social can help you keep content flowing while you focus on client work.

📌 Set a Minimum Standard: Instead of aiming for daily posting, commit to something that works for your schedule—like one solid post per week or two emails per month. Consistency isn’t about volume; it’s about reliability.

📌 Engage with Purpose: Spend five minutes a day responding to comments or messages. This quick touchpoint builds connection and keeps you visible even on days you don’t post.

Remember, consistency isn’t about doing more; it’s about showing up with clarity and purpose.

Strategy only works if you stick with it.Consistency isn’t about posting every day or showing up perfectly. It’s about b...
12/15/2025

Strategy only works if you stick with it.

Consistency isn’t about posting every day or showing up perfectly. It’s about being reliable in how you communicate, market, and connect with your audience—even when business gets busy. Those steady touchpoints are what build trust and keep your brand top of mind.

Think of it this way: your audience doesn’t need a constant stream of new content; they need consistent reminders of your expertise, your values, and the problems you solve.

This week, we’re breaking down how to stay visible during busy seasons with strategies that are realistic, sustainable, and aligned with your bandwidth. Because showing up with intention beats showing up out of obligation every time.

Your testimonials, reviews, and client wins aren’t just “nice to have”—they’re some of the strongest proof of the result...
12/12/2025

Your testimonials, reviews, and client wins aren’t just “nice to have”—they’re some of the strongest proof of the results you deliver.

But on many websites and content systems, that social proof ends up hidden, scattered, or underutilised.

This is a common gap I uncover during a Website Audit: great feedback… sitting in the wrong places. Or nowhere at all.

From SEO to performance & security, we’ll look at what’s helping - and what’s quietly hurting - your site’s ability to turn visitors into potential customers.

The goal isn’t to overhaul everything—it’s to uncover the small but powerful changes that make your marketing work better.

📩 Want clarity on what’s working and what’s holding your website back? Book your audit today: https://www.sisusocialmedia.com/services

Testimonials do more than boost credibility—they reduce hesitation and build trust before someone ever books a call with...
12/09/2025

Testimonials do more than boost credibility—they reduce hesitation and build trust before someone ever books a call with you. According to BrightLocal’s 2024 Consumer Review Survey, 84% of people trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations, and nearly 70% say positive testimonials make them more likely to purchase from a business.

Here’s three ways to use testimonials to help your business shine:

1️⃣On Social Media: Don’t just post a client quote—add context. Share the problem they faced, how you helped, and what changed after working with you. For example:

"Excellent service! Rebecca helped me create a social media strategy that I was able to implement and consistently stick to for the past year. She really takes time to understand your business and how you want to represent your services digitally." ~ Cathryn P.

2️⃣ In Email Marketing: Include testimonials in a short welcome series, newsletters, and launch emails. A quick client story in your email builds trust right at the moment your reader is considering your offer.

Tip: Rotate 3–4 different testimonials in your automations so repeat subscribers don’t see the same story every time.

3️⃣On Your Website: Strategic placement matters. Don’t bury testimonials on a separate “Reviews” page—embed them near your Calls-to-Action (CTAs) or pricing sections. Data from Nielsen Norman Group shows that users are 60% more likely to take action when they see third-party proof near a decision point.

🌟And one bonus strategy: ask better questions. Instead of “Can you write a testimonial?”, try “What changed for you after working with me?” or “How did our work make your day-to-day easier?” These prompt stories, not summaries.

Social proof is about connection, not perfection. Real voices from real clients are your best marketing asset.

“If you don’t tell your story, someone else will tell it for you.” – UnknownEvery client win, transformation, or result ...
12/08/2025

“If you don’t tell your story, someone else will tell it for you.” – Unknown

Every client win, transformation, or result you create is part of your story—and it deserves to be told intentionally. When you stay quiet about your success, you leave the narrative up to assumptions.

Sharing testimonials and client stories isn’t about bragging; it’s about showing your audience what’s possible when they choose to work with you. When told with authenticity and context, those stories build trust, reinforce your values, and invite the right clients to see themselves in your work.

At Sisu Social Media, we believe strategy should feel like connection, not chaos. Whether you need help with social medi...
12/05/2025

At Sisu Social Media, we believe strategy should feel like connection, not chaos. Whether you need help with social media management, website copy, email marketing, or ads, our approach is the same: clear, sustainable, and designed to build relationships that last.

We work with small business owners who are ready to:
✔️ Get consistent online without spending every waking hour creating content
✔️ Build systems that support growth instead of burnout
✔️ Show up with confidence, clarity, and strategy across every platform

From social media and websites to emails and paid campaigns, we help you stop guessing—and start showing up with purpose.

📩 Ready to build a marketing strategy that feels like you and works for you? Explore our services here: https://www.sisusocialmedia.com/services

Most small business owners treat social media like a stage—but it works better as an intimate conversation. The goal isn...
12/02/2025

Most small business owners treat social media like a stage—but it works better as an intimate conversation. The goal isn’t to broadcast information; it’s to start genuine, ongoing dialogue that keeps your audience connected and coming back.

Here’s how to make your social media presence more conversational and meaningful:

💬 Ask Specific, Relatable Questions: Instead of generic prompts like “What do you think?”, ask something rooted in your audience’s day-to-day experience. For example, a wellness coach could ask, “Share your most unhinged habit that helps you feel less chaotic in the morning. Mine is 30 minutes of burning my retinas in front of a lamp as bright as the sun.” Specificity invites real answers.

👀 Engage Before You Post: Spend 10–15 minutes engaging with your audience before you share your own post. Comment on client updates, respond to peers, or join relevant discussions. This boosts visibility in the algorithm and builds goodwill within your community.

🤝 Respond Like a Human: Skip copy-and-paste replies. When someone comments, reply by name and add something personal or insightful. A thoughtful response signals you actually care—and turns a one-off comment into a real exchange.

🎯 Turn Comments Into Conversations: If someone shares a great question or insight, reply publicly and then follow up in DMs to keep the dialogue going. That’s how conversations turn into relationships—and relationships into leads.

⚡ Re-share and Spotlight Your Audience: Share your followers’ stories, celebrate their wins, and tag them when appropriate. This makes your social presence feel like a community rather than a sales channel.

Authentic engagement doesn’t mean spending hours online—it means showing up with curiosity and intention. When you treat social media like a conversation instead of a commercial, connection (and conversions) follow naturally.

Social media isn’t a megaphone—it’s a meeting place. If you’re treating your feed like a digital billboard, you’re missi...
12/01/2025

Social media isn’t a megaphone—it’s a meeting place. If you’re treating your feed like a digital billboard, you’re missing a powerful opportunity for connection.

Every comment, DM, or reply is a chance to build trust and deepen relationships with the people you actually want to serve. The goal isn’t to talk louder—it’s to listen better.

This week, we’re diving into how to turn your social presence into genuine conversation that builds community, credibility, and long-term loyalty.

Most small business owners know they should be emailing their audience—but knowing what to send (and how often) can feel...
11/28/2025

Most small business owners know they should be emailing their audience—but knowing what to send (and how often) can feel like a guessing game.

That’s where we come in.

Our Email Strategy & Copywriting Services are designed to help you build stronger client relationships and consistent communication. Here’s what that looks like:

- Strategy with Substance: We map out a 3–6 month email plan that balances education, community engagement and soft promotional content.

- Done-for-You Copywriting: We write every email for you, in your voice. Whether it’s a monthly newsletter, a short welcome series, or a seasonal update, your audience will feel like you’re speaking directly to them.

- Clear Results, No Marketing Jargon: We’ll show you what’s working—how many people are opening your emails, clicking through, and replying—so you can see exactly how your emails help you stay connected and build stronger relationships.

You don’t need more emails. You need the right ones—the kind that make people look forward to hearing from you.

📩 Ready to bring consistency and connection to your inbox? Let’s build your email strategy together: https://www.sisusocialmedia.com/services/

Your subscribers don’t want constant pitches—but they do want to hear from you. Email lists aren’t about selling every w...
11/26/2025

Your subscribers don’t want constant pitches—but they do want to hear from you. Email lists aren’t about selling every week; they’re about staying relevant, useful, and human.

Here’s how to build trust and connection in your inbox:

✅ Educate & Inspire (with purpose): Share practical tips, mindset shifts, or industry insights that help your audience improve something in their business or life. For example, a financial planner might send a short email titled “3 End-of-Year Tax Moves to Make This Month”—valuable, timely, and easy to act on.

✅ Personalize Beyond the First Name: Use segmentation to send the right message to the right people. If you’re a service-based business, create mini-lists—past clients, prospects, and general subscribers—and tailor each message. According to Campaign Monitor, segmented campaigns can boost revenue by up to 760% compared to one-size-fits-all blasts.

✅ Share Micro-Stories: A quick behind-the-scenes moment or client win goes a long way. Example: “Last week, I helped a client repurpose one blog into five posts—that small shift saved her hours of work.” These snippets make your brand relatable and credible.

✅ Add a Soft CTA: Every email should give readers a next step, even if it’s subtle. Instead of “Book Now,” try “Read more on the blog,” “Reply and tell me your thoughts,” or “Here’s a free checklist that helps with this.”

✅ Stay Consistent (and realistic): Consistency matters more than volume. Aim to reach out once or twice a month with something genuinely useful—like a quick tip, client story, or timely reminder. The goal is to stay visible and valuable, not overwhelming.

If your emails have been silent, it’s time to reconnect—not with a hard sell, but with something helpful, thoughtful, or inspiring. That’s how relationships are built—one email at a time.

Relationship marketing isn’t about posting more or staying visible between promos. It’s about retention — building the k...
11/24/2025

Relationship marketing isn’t about posting more or staying visible between promos. It’s about retention — building the kind of long-term loyalty that grows your business more sustainably than constant acquisition ever could.

Research shows that increasing customer retention by even 5% can increase profits by up to 95%. Why? Because people stay loyal to businesses that make them feel valued — not just sold to.

Strong relationship marketing is built on the “three R’s”: Retention. Relationships. Referrals.

And it shows up in small, human moments like:
- Remembering a client’s birthday or business anniversary
- Following up after a project to see how things are going
- Sending a genuine thank-you note
- Giving returning clients early access to something new
- Offering thoughtful, helpful customer service (not canned responses)
- Creating experiences that make clients want to refer you without being asked

These interactions may seem small, but they build trust, deepen loyalty, and turn happy clients into natural advocates for your business.

This week, we’re exploring how to bring more intention into the way you care for your clients — not just during the sale, but long after.

🎃Does your social media feel a little… haunted? It’s not you—it’s the lack of a plan. That’s where our Social Media Audi...
10/31/2025

🎃Does your social media feel a little… haunted?

It’s not you—it’s the lack of a plan. That’s where our Social Media Audit & Strategy Service comes in. We’ll review what you’re doing now and give you a clear roadmap so your content isn’t left wandering in the dark.

Here’s what you get:
✔ Who you’re reaching—and if it’s the right audience
✔ How your posts, visuals, and videos are landing
✔ Which platforms are worth your energy
✔ A simple plan to keep your content alive (and thriving)

👀 Ready to take the fright out of your feed? Explore our Audit & Strategy services here: https://www.sisusocialmedia.com/services/

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