Social Media Decoded

By: Michelle Thames
  • Summary

  • How do I grow my brand on social media? How do I come up with content to post? Can I become an influencer? Is it possible to make money online? Welcome to Social Media Decoded a podcast dedicated to helping creatives, influencers, business owners and entrepreneurs simplify social media and thrive online. Hosted by Michelle Thames a social media strategist, influencer, and owner of Thames Media Solutions. Michelle brings you all the best tips to help you understand social media better. Sharing the best tips like social media strategies, business tips to help you succeed. Michelle shares actionable tips that you can implement and see results. Michelle's strategies have helped her and her clients build multiple six-figure businesses utilizing social media. Michelle also has over 11 years of experience as a content creator and influencer. She has worked with brands such as Lenovo, Dollar Eighty, Toyota, Olay, Subway, Country Financial, and many more. Michelle loves spending her time researching social media and how it affects businesses online and brings a wealth of knowledge to this podcast. Michelle delivers her best social media advice every week, so make sure you bring your pens and notepads because gems will be dropped. She also interviews some of the best experts in the industry bringing you all the secrets to help you grow and succeed on social media. Social Media Decoded is the place for real conversations. Get inspired and take real action! Are you ready to thrive on social media? Tune in!
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Episodes
  • The Domain Name Dilemma: Choosing the Right Foundation for Your Online Empire
    Sep 18 2024

    In this episode, Michelle discusses the importance of choosing the right domain name for your online presence. She emphasizes that a great domain name is a powerful branding tool and key to discoverability. Michelle introduces the rise of the .bio domain extension and highlights its benefits, such as clarity, memorability, and professionalism. She also mentions Porkbun, a domain registrar that offers .bio domains at an affordable price. Michelle concludes by encouraging listeners to consider the power of a .bio domain and choose wisely to build a strong online empire.

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    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Domain Names
    02:12 The Rise of .bio Domain Extension
    03:09 Benefits of a .bio Domain
    04:32 Introducing Porkbun: A Domain Registrar
    06:51 Choosing the Right Domain Name
    07:19 Conclusion

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    8 mins
  • The Mind-Body Connection in the Digital Age
    Sep 16 2024

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    In this episode, Michelle discusses the mind-body connection in the digital age and the impact of social media on mental and physical health. She shares her experience with Magic Mind, a mental performance shot, and how it has helped her with brain fog, fatigue, and stress. Michelle emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, taking mindful breaks, and practicing stress management techniques. She also addresses the impact of negative feedback and the need to develop healthy coping mechanisms. Overall, Michelle highlights the significance of prioritizing holistic well-being in the digital world.

    Takeaways

    The constant connectivity of social media can take a toll on mental and physical health, leading to stress, anxiety, and burnout.
    Setting boundaries and creating time for disconnecting and recharging is crucial for marketers and social media professionals.
    Negative feedback on social media can trigger self-doubt and anxiety, but it's important to develop healthy coping mechanisms and remember that not all feedback is valid.
    Nurturing the mind-body connection in the digital age involves taking mindful breaks, scheduling digital detoxes, establishing healthy boundaries, seeking support, and practicing stress management techniques.
    Prioritizing holistic well-being is essential for improving creativity, productivity, and overall success in one's career.

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    9 mins
  • 50 Shades of Exploitation: My Collab Nightmare
    Sep 12 2024

    In this episode, Michelle shares her experience with influencer marketing, highlighting the challenges and exploitation that creators often face. She recounts a troubling collaboration that began with excitement but quickly became frustrating due to unclear expectations and a lack of respect from the brand. Michelle emphasizes the importance of knowing one's worth as a creator, advocating for clear brand contracts and accountability. The conversation aims to raise awareness about the darker aspects of influencer marketing and empower creators to stand up for themselves.

    Takeaways

    • Influencer marketing has a glamorous facade but a dark side.
    • Clear communication and contracts are essential in collaborations.
    • Creators often face exploitation and undervaluation from brands.
    • It's important to know your worth as a creator.
    • Brands should respect creators and their work.
    • Many creators have similar stories of exploitation.
    • Ethical brands value clear agreements and fair compensation.
    • Creators should not be afraid to walk away from bad deals.
    • Sharing experiences can help hold brands accountable.
    • Building relationships with brands should not come at the cost of self-worth.
    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Influencer Marketing Challenges
    02:51 The Dark Side of Influencer Collaborations
    06:02 Empowering Creators: Know Your Worth

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    9 mins

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