If explaining what it is that you do in your business to family and friends *or even a stranger on an elevator*, causes you to want to bang your head against a wall, then keep reading, Buttercup! It may be a tough pill to swallow, but being able to explain your business to anyone and […]

>>Every day, social media becomes more important as more people join platforms, spending more and more of their time scrolling through their feed.<< Which of the following options best describes your relationship with social media? A. You are so overwhelmed with all of the different social media platforms that you said “forget it!”. B. You […]

I’ve got a little secret, boo boo, and it might surprise you! >>LinkedIn is NOT just for job seekers and corporate America!<< If you’re wanting to connect with more customers, this seemingly unlikely marketing platform should be your new best friend. I dove headfirst into learning the best-kept secrets of LinkedIn and I am SHOOK, […]

Imagine this… Your feet are in quicksand. You’re clawing the ground, trying to gain traction. No matter how hard you try, you’re slowly sinking further and further. You’re stuck. Friend, does this visual describe where you’re at in your business right now? Do you feel stuck, *even buried* within the tasks, responsibilities, and many hats […]

No. You’d think that two simple letters would be much easier to say, but when it comes to saying that one small word to potential clients, it can be HARD. Believe me, I’ve been there, too Buttercup!  There were too many times as a photographer that I made the mistake of taking on clients either […]

If you’re anything like me, you understand that testimonials are an incredible way to market your business. And you also know that it can be a struggle to ask for testimonials without sounding awkward. But it doesn’t have to be!  You work hard in your business, right hustler? You want to make your clients happy, […]

Buttercup, are you tired of nobody engaging with your posts? I know the frustration of writing an Instagram post…and then watching in agony as no one leaves a comment. *Not even my mama would talk back to me!* >>When people like, comment, or share your post, it’s their way of telling you that they enjoy […]

Let me cut to the chase, boo boo. I see you. 2020 may feel like it’s hot off the press, but you’re already overwhelmed.  The new decade should’ve brought a fresh start… There are so many things you could’ve done already this year in your business… If you could just start over, you would’ve done […]

Have you ever doubted if marketing on social media is right for your business? I’ve heard every excuse in the book: “I don’t sell a product, so I have nothing to post about.” “My business is focused on the finished product, so I have nothing to post during the in-between process.” “I don’t want to […]

This year, I’m adding another title to my resumè. >>I’m Jasmine Star: photographer, business strategist, and now, a proud used-to-be’r.<< Let me explain… When Social Curator was created, our dream was to create a community of people that supported, showed up, and helped one another.  Mission accomplished. >>Social Curator is made up of a bunch […]