• 2025 Starts Here: Get Unstuck Now
    Jan 1 2025

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    Feeling stuck in your marketing in 2025? It’s not about adding more platforms or chasing endless ideas—it’s about refining your strategy and authentically reconnecting with your audience. 🎯 In this episode, we’ll tackle key marketing hurdles and show you how to build momentum in your business with practical, actionable insights.

    What You’ll Learn:
    • How to create a solid content plan that works
    • Simple strategies to overcome imposter syndrome
    • Tips for identifying and connecting with your ideal customer
    • Why authenticity is the foundation of modern marketing
    • The power of visual marketing in driving engagement
    • Building a supportive network to grow your business
    • Encouragement to explore coaching and mentorship opportunities

    Let’s make 2025 your breakthrough year in marketing! 🚀

    #MarketingTips #SmallBusiness2025 #AuthenticMarketing #VisualMarketing #ContentStrategy #SmallBusinessGrowth #OvercomeImposterSyndrome #MarketingCoach

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  • How To Grow Your Local Business Fast When Traffic Is Down
    Dec 11 2024

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    Are you stuck trying to figure out how to grow your local business? Has foot traffic been down? Just posting on social media isn’t enough anymore—but don’t worry, I’ve got you covered!

    In this video, we’re diving into simple strategies that actually work to market your business and attract local customers.
    ✔️ Transform your entire marketing strategy in just one hour a month
    ✔️ Game-changing approach to content creation that fits into the busiest of schedules
    ✔️ Feel more confident in organizing your digital content
    ✔️ Turns heads on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube Shorts.

    Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take things to the next level, this video is packed with actionable tips you can use right away.

    Hit play to learn how to grow your local business and start seeing real results! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share—let’s grow together! 🚀

    Key Moments:
    00:00 - Introduction
    Marketing your local business: What’s the key?

    00:48 - Overwhelm in Marketing
    Acknowledging the challenges of juggling it all.

    01:00 - The 1-Hour Content Plan
    How spending one hour a month can revolutionize your marketing.

    01:27 - Creative vs. Analytical Approaches
    Tailoring content creation strategies to your strengths.

    02:50 - Organizing Content for Success
    Using folders to simplify and strategize your visuals.

    04:00 - Capturing Great Photos and Videos
    Practical tips for creating calming, engaging visuals.

    05:50 - Choosing Your Platforms
    Where to start: Instagram, Facebook, and beyond.

    07:00 - The Power of YouTube Shorts
    Why YouTube is essential for local visibility.

    08:29 - Leveraging Pinterest for SEO
    How Pinterest can save you when Google reshuffles.

    09:30 - Google Business Basics
    The importance of optimizing your Google Business profile.

    09:50 - Bing and ChatGPT Integration
    Why Bing matters for local search visibility.

    10:19 - Repurposing Content
    Making your photos and videos work harder for you.

    10:48 - Planning for Seasonal Success
    Preparing during slower seasons to stay ahead during busy times.

    11:23 - Closing Thoughts
    Final tips and encouragement to take action.

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    🚨 Feeling stuck when it comes to finding new clients? 🚨

    Discover a fresh approach in my video, "How to Get Unstuck: Mindset Shift." I'll show you how to transform your FREE content into a steady stream of high-paying clients using a game-changing framework for lead generation.

    👉 Watch now and start seeing results: https://youtu.be/6fB5ssqy5Ws?si=fyhnAzEpGOVA_KBM

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    About Brenda Eckhardt:
    Brenda Eckhardt is a seasoned photographer and marketing strategist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and businesses shine. Known for capturing timeless senior and family portraits, Brenda’s work goes beyond photography—she empowers small business owners and social media managers to confidently grow their online presence. Through personalized consulting, captivating content creation, and strategic guidance, she combines creativity with proven marketing techniques to deliver results. Brenda’s mission is to build meaningful connections, inspire clarity, and help you lead with confidence in your work while finding a healthy balance.

    #localbusiness #marketing #contentmarketing #socialmediatrends #socialmediatips #contentcreation

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  • How To Build a Photography Business in 2025: What I Did vs. What I'd Do
    Nov 19 2024

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    Ever wonder what it really takes to build a thriving photography business in today’s fast-paced world? Everyone has a camera, and this career is not for the faint of heart. Looking back at my 20-year journey, I’ve managed to evolve, scale, and continuously bridge the gap between how I started my business and how I’d do it if starting from scratch 2025. In this episode, I get real about the steps I took back then—the wins, the mistakes, and everything in between—and compare them to the strategies I’d use today to launch and grow a successful photography and marketing business in 2024.

    From learning to adapt to social media trends to building lasting client relationships, I’ll share the lessons that have shaped my approach to entrepreneurship. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your current strategy, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you navigate today’s business landscape.

    Stay tuned as I uncover the strategies that have helped build my successful photography business. From leveraging the power of Google reviews to maintaining consistent branding and engaging effectively on social media, I’ve learned the importance of adapting to trends and client preferences. Discover the significance of genuine five-star reviews and the evolving nature of social media engagement, especially among high school seniors. By understanding these dynamics, I’ve managed to connect better with clients and maintain a balance between professional success and personal fulfillment. I invite you to engage with our conversation further, and your feedback is invaluable as we continue on this journey together.


    Let’s dive into the evolution of business-building together, and as always, I’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own journey. Because sometimes, the biggest breakthroughs come when we reimagine what’s possible. #entrepreneurjourney #smallbusinesssuccess #photographerlife #marketingstrategies #businessgrowth

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  • My Story: Senior Photographer to Social Media Success
    Oct 17 2024

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    How I grew my business without Paid Ads. What if the key to future business success lies in the hands of today's high school seniors? Join me as I explore how my journey from x-ray tech to thriving entrepreneur can inspire your own path. In this kick-off to season two of Boost Your Visibility, I share the deeply personal story of building a photography business from scratch in a town where I knew no one. With the help of community connections, and my family, I've translated the art of capturing senior pictures into empowering business owners with the tools they need to shine online. You'll hear how the insights gleaned from working with teenagers have become the compass guiding businesses towards the trends of tomorrow.

    Get ready to uncover the symbiotic relationship between photography and social media marketing, as I reveal the strategies that turned simple photo sessions into powerful marketing campaigns. Discover how collaborating with local businesses transformed my perspective and allowed me to create dynamic social media strategies that truly tell their stories. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this episode is packed with lessons on authenticity and growth. Tune in for an authentic conversation about balancing family life, entrepreneurship, and the ever-evolving landscape of digital visibility.

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  • How to Find and Work With a Virtual Assistant in 2024
    Jul 31 2024

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    Guide to finding, hiring, and working with a VA. ➡️ http://www.boostyourvisibility.net

    If you're an overwhelmed small business owner, a virtual assistant might just be the answer. I wish I had hired one sooner, which is why I recorded this interview with my video editing VA, Jessie.

    Learn more about him here: www.jessiepaano.com. Let us know if you'd like to hear more on this, and drop your questions in the comments!

    Follow along here: / boostyourvisibility
    and my photography account: / brendaeckhardt


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  • Marketing Blueprint: How To Build Your Content Plan
    May 23 2024

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    Ever wonder how to craft a marketing strategy that's as solid as a well-built house? This is exactly what we're unpacking in today's episode. Picture your marketing efforts as a home construction project, where the foundation is your hard work, your website and reviews form the walls, and social media is the roof – crucial, yet not the core living space. But it's the email marketing, the cozy interior where real connections are made, that truly transforms visitors into devoted fans. We're laying out the blueprint to turn your online brand into a home, where customer loyalty isn't just a visitor, but a permanent resident.

    As we draw back the curtain on these strategies, we also shine a light on the importance of focusing on the most profitable areas of your business, ensuring that every marketing move is an efficient step towards a higher revenue. And just like a chimney allows smoke to escape, this approach lets you cast off less profitable ventures. With these insights, you'll have the tools to build an engaging digital domicile that beckons customers back like a family gathering. So, pull up a chair, and let's furnish your marketing strategy with lasting impact.

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  • The Refresh Button: Fitting Self-Care into a Full Schedule
    May 8 2024

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    Ever felt like the constant grind leaves you drained and ready to crash? That's what hit me after wrapping up my latest project, and it led to a revelation about the power of stepping away. In this heart-to-heart episode, I peel back the layers of my own life to reveal how crucial time off is for our mental well-being and overall productivity. From repainting my studio to dealing with the chaos of life's little surprises, I'll share how breaks not only refresh our minds but also bring into focus the neglected corners of our personal lives.

    Join me as we explore ways to weave self-care into the busiest of schedules, proving that even the most packed calendar has room for a breather. Listen as I uncover techniques to make room for what truly matters, without succumbing to the pressure of life's demands. And as always, I'm eager to hear how you're incorporating these strategies into your life. So, let's embark on this journey of transformation together and remember, a well-timed pause might just be the secret to your next big leap forward.

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  • Viral Storytelling: Reesa Teesa and More About Tiktok
    Mar 12 2024

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    Unlock the secrets to creating viral content as I bring you behind-the-scenes insights from TikTok storytelling phenomenons Reesa Teesa and Brooke with the car. Ever wondered why some stories captivate millions and escape the dreaded '200 views jail'? This episode is your guide to understanding the raw power of authentic storytelling and how it can catapult your content to new heights. Join me in a candid conversation from my living room floor as we dissect the magnetic pull of genuine narratives that resonate with audiences far and wide.

    Hear the compelling chronicles of ordinary people whose extraordinary tales have dwarfed even top television series in viewership. We'll explore Reesa Teesa's incredible 50-part saga of a chaotic relationship and Brooke's surreal dealership dilemma that turned them into viral sensations. Their unfiltered approach to sharing life's twists and turns has not only shattered the viral ceiling but also fostered a community of engaged followers. Authenticity is the new shift. Discover how our own unpolished stories could be the ticket to viral success, but more importantly, make an impact on others who may be really be helped by our shared human experiences.

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