"The thing about who are and are not the 'Cool Kids' never goes away...

it never leaves us."

In today’s episode, I discuss Mean Girls, how to spot them, what you should do about them, and why, as adults, we are still having to experience them. I also explain how to avoid being thought of as a “Mean Girl” in Social Media and social events. 

If you’ve had a run-in with a Mean Girl on social media or want to share a Mean Girl story of your own, leave me a message on my Speakpipe. If you want to get more of the behind-the-scenes of my podcast you will find it in The Social Media Marketing Cafe. It is designed to help you with loads of tutorials and information to help grow your business. Please also feel free to share this episode with anyone who you think might benefit.

Show Notes 

In this episode, I discuss Mean Girls in digital marketing

• What is a “Mean Girl” and why are they on social media? [3:25]
• Why it’s important to have a...

“You never have to put up with the Trolls, Haters or Bots.”

In today’s episode, I explain how to deal with an ugly side of having an online business : dealing with trolls, haters and bots. I discuss how to spot them and what to do about them on each platform, whether it’s Instagram, Facebook, on your blog or inside a Clubhouse room. 

I had a recent hater in my Clubhouse room, which I detail  in a special behind-the-scenes episode in the Social Media Marketing Cafe. There are loads of podcast behind-the-scenes there! The Social Media Marketing Cafe will help you grow your business with loads of audio and video tutorials and downloadable pdfs. Please also feel free to share this episode with anyone who you think might benefit.

Show Notes 

In this episode, I discuss how to deal with trolls, hater and bots

• How to hear the behind the scenes story of my Clubhouse room? [3:22]
• Where trolls might show up in social media? [5:26]
• What...

Creating content and posting on social media can take a huge amount of time for online business owners. Find out what you should post on social media here!

In today’s episode, I explain simple and effective ways to decide what to post on social media.  It's easy to get caught up in the latest craze on social media and follow trends, but is that what your ideal clients want to see from you? You really need to understand who your ideal client is and what they want from you. In this episode, I break down some of the criteria you should be thinking about when you post including goals for your posts and how to determine if you're meeting those goals.

If you are feeling confused about your ideal client on social media, feel free to reach out to me. You can also get more information in the Social Media Marketing Cafe. It includes loads of video and audio tutorials and downloadable pdfs to help grow your business. Please also feel free to share this episode with anyone who...

Today’s episode is the final part in a two part series on sales where I discuss five additional secrets that increase online sales.

“Whenever you make any piece of content, you need to make it for that same person…that's how you'll consistently reach your target audience.”

Today’s episode is the final part in a two part series on sales where I discuss five additional secrets that increase online sales. 

In today’s episode, I take a deeper dive into how you can sell more without reading from a sales script or being “salesy.” Your ideal clients should resonate with your content, your messaging and what you have for sale. Sales is a part of any business and it doesn’t need to be scary or complicated.

If you’d like to grow your business and are looking to find a very supportive online group, you’re welcome to join the Business Fabulous Facebook group.  Please also feel free to share this episode with...

Today’s episode is the first part in a two part series on sales.  In today's episode, I discuss the five secrets you need to know to increase your online sales.

Many people in business find the whole idea of selling very difficult, but it doesn’t need to be. You need to change your mindset and strategies if you want a different outcome when it comes to sales. These tips will help you think about sales in a new way. 

If you’d like to grow your business and are looking to find a very supportive business group to join, you are always welcome in the Business Fabulous Facebook group.  Please share this episode with anyone who you think might benefit from the Business Fabulous podcast. 

Show Notes 

In this episode, I discuss online sales secrets

• When is it important to not focus on your sales quota? [2:17]
• What does efficiency have to do with sales? [4:25]
• Why should you study successful people?   [7:47]
• How can you better serve your...

You can find meaningful friendships online and offline and many of those friendships can help you grow your online business. Get the details on exactly which friends can do that in episode 121.

 “You need to be able to sell without even meeting your customers!”

-Bonnie L. Frank 

In today's episode, I discuss attributes of friendship, how you can find meaningful friendships offline and online and how many of those friendships can actually help you grow your online business. You may not have friends who understand your business (or business in general) and that’s why it's so important to find friends and colleagues who understand what you're going through in business and/or have been through it themselves. You can find these groups on Facebook, LinkedIn, on audio only platforms like on Clubhouse, Twitter Spaces, Facebook audio rooms, etc.

If you're looking to find a truly supportive business group and you're ready to grow your business NOW, check...

It's time to grow your business and is TOTALLY possible in 2022!

 “You need to be able to sell without even meeting your customers.”

-Bonnie L. Frank 

In today's episode, I discuss four simple ways to grow your online business in 2022. You must make sure that your social media channels and your website are optimized for clear messaging and sales. The pandemic has accelerated the use of online education and commerce and your business needs to be positioned for customers worldwide.

If this sounds overwhelming to you, please book a free chat with me at bit.ly/talktobonnie. If you're ready to level up your business, get on the waitlist for the Business Fabulous Academy at bit.ly/bfalist.

Show Notes 

In this episode, I discuss four simple ways to grow your online business

• Why should you pivot your business in 2022? [2:35]
• Why do you need a website that is optimized for sales? [4:26]
• Why is it important to keep your message consistent?[7:47]
• What do you...

 “Are you giving your audience what they want?”

-Bonnie L. Frank 

In today's episode, I discuss several simple ways to effectively grow your online business. Finding clients isn’t always easy, but if you follow these simple steps and engage with your audience you'll find that your business will grow.

If you'd like some help planning your growth for 2022, join my free challenge. The Think-Plan-Do Challenge will help you turn those ideas into actionable steps and business growth. It’s free to join. Make 2022 your year! Join my Think-Plan-Do Challenge here at bit.ly/thinkplandonow.

Show Notes 

In this episode, I discuss simple ways to grow your online business

• Why should you join the Business Fabulous Facebook group? [3:38]
• Why is removing obstacles in your business a must? [5:26]
• Why is it important to know your audience?[9:12]
• What is a great way to get feedback from your audience? [15:37]
• How do you know if you are making a difference...

In today's episode, I discuss some easy ways to increase your online visibility and brand awareness and grow your audience—all at the same time!

 “Are you giving your audience what they want?”

-Bonnie L. Frank 

In today's episode, I discuss some easy ways to increase your online visibility and brand awareness and grow your audience—all at the same time!  

Many people post on social media without a plan for what they’re going to post. Without goals for your posts, you may wonder why engagement is so low. If this is something you are having trouble with then this episode is for you!

If you’d like to discuss this topic or any business topic feel free to reach out to me at bit.ly/talktobonnie. If you would like to grow your business, get on the waitlist for the Business Fabulous Academy–just go to bit.ly/bfalist.

Show Notes 

In this episode, I discuss simple ways to grow your visibility and your audience

• What are the...

YOU are the engine that keeps your business moving and self care is crucial for any entrepreneur's personal and professional success. Episode 117 gives lots of great (free) ways to take care of YOU.

 “I am telling you...when you do this, you will feel better.”

-Bonnie L. Frank 

In today's episode,  I discuss some of my top non-negotiables regarding self care for any online business owner and how they've helped me. Entrepreneurs are often very driven individuals, so they tend to just work until they drop...not realizing that business is really a marathon and not a sprint. If you're going to outlast your competition, you will need to take care of your greatest asset: YOU.

All of these tips I give in this episode are easy, actionable and free. If you're feeling overwhelmed in your business and would like some help or advice, feel free to schedule a strategy call with me at bit.ly/talktobonnie. To find more resources and see the behind the scenes of my...