Kelly's Tech Lounge

Kelly Reynolds Socials

Kelly's Tech Lounge: The podcast for children's activity providers who want to simplify the tech, master their marketing and grow a business around family life.  I’m Kelly Reynolds, and every week I’ll be sharing simple, practical advice to help you grow your business without adding more hours to your day. From social media and content creation to email marketing, tech, mindset and practical how-tos, each episode is packed with easy-to-follow tips you can put into action straight away. No jargon, no overwhelm, just realistic strategies designed for busy business owners juggling classes, customers and family life. Whether you’re looking to fill more classes, simplify your systems, build your online presence or finally get to grips with the tech behind your business, you’ll find honest conversations and practical support to help you move forward with confidence. So grab a cuppa, pop your headphones in and join me.

Episodes

  1. 6 days ago

    Episode 11 - How to create a link in bio page

    Ever wondered how influencers and big brands get that slick “link in bio” page that sends people exactly where they need to go? You don’t need a website (or any tech skills) to do the same thing for your activity business. In this episode, Kelly shares two completely free ways to set up a simple, professional link in bio page in under 30 minutes, so you can stop losing bookings to a website people can’t quickly navigate, and start directing people straight to your current offer, class, or waitlist. In this episode you’ll discover: •Why a link in bio page can outperform your website, even if you already have one •A free way to build a branded one using Canva •The best free tools if you want something even quicker (plus which one to pick if you want analytics) •The 3 things every link in bio page needs to actually convert If you’ve ever sent someone a DM link or told them to “check your bio” and hoped for the best, this one’s for you. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  2. 18 Aug

    Episode 10 - What to actually put on your website when you’re starting out

    If the thought of building your website has you drowning in Google searches about funnels, SEO and lead magnets, this episode is here to simplify it. You don’t need a 10-page site or fancy design to get started. You just need one simple page that gives people the confidence to book or get in touch, and in this episode I break down exactly what that page should include in 5 easy steps: 1. A clear statement of what you do and who you help 2. A simple about you section, so people can get to know the person behind the business 3. What you offer and why it’s great 4. How to book or buy, made as easy as possible 5. Your contact details, even if you already have a booking system I also shares a quick tip on the one extra thing worth adding if you have time, and why it makes such a difference to trust. Have a listen and let this be the episode that finally gets that website off your to-do list. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  3. 10 Aug

    Episode 9 - Create a Month’s Worth of Content in 1 Hour

    Feeling overwhelmed by content creation?  In this episode I share a repeatable, time-saving workflow for busy small-business owners, especially parents running children’s activities that lets you plan a month of content in roughly one hour.  Follow five practical steps: choose 3–5 content pillars, set a timer for a brain dump of ideas, place posts on a calendar with daily themes, repurpose each idea into reels/carousels/graphics, and batch-create visuals in Canva and scheduling tools.  Tune in for real examples, batching tips, and a straightforward plan to stay consistent without sacrificing your time off. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  4. 4 Aug

    Episode 8 - You Don’t Need to Do It All Yourself

    Feeling overwhelmed running a children’s activity business alongside family life?  In this episode I explain why outsourcing tech, admin, and content first frees your time and energy, how VAs and simple AI can help without losing your voice, and gives quick action steps to start delegating today. Key points •  Outsource tasks you dread: tech (automations, booking), admin (inbox, invoices), and content (templates, repurposing). •  Use VAs or AI as assistants - keep oversight to protect your brand voice. •  Small delegations = more time with family and sustainable business growth. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  5. 28 Jul

    Episode 7 - 5 Automations Every Children’s Activity Provider Needs

    In this episode I outline five simple automations to save time and reduce overwhelm so you can enjoy more family time this summer. Key takeaways •  Auto-replies (social & email): answer FAQs, share hours and booking links. •  Welcome email sequence: 2–3 automated emails to introduce you and your services. •  Booking confirmations: automatic details and welcome PDFs to avoid back-and-forth. •  Content scheduling: batch posts with Meta Business Suite, Metricool, or Buffer. •  DM automations: use ManyChat to send links, boost engagement, and keep conversations on-platform. Quick tip Start with one automation this week - small changes add up. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  6. 21 Jul

    Episode 6 - Setting up Canva templates

    In this episode I walk you  through a simple, practical four-step system for creating Canva templates that save time, reduce stress, and keep your content consistently on-brand.  I explain why templates matter, how to choose content pillars, and how to design and organise reusable templates so you never start from scratch.  I also covers batching strategies to stay consistent without burnout and gives tips for using Canva’s AI features to speed up design updates and idea generation while preserving your creativity. Key points: •  Why templates help: faster creation, consistent branding, less decision fatigue. •  Step 1: Pick 3–5 content pillars (e.g., tips, behind-the-scenes, testimonials, promos, relatable mom content). •  Step 2: Design 1–2 templates per pillar; use a simple brand system (one brand font, one accent font, 2–3 colors). •  Step 3: Create a master template file in Canva (make copies for edits; use Brand Kit/brand templates if on Pro). •  Step 4: Batch-create weekly or monthly — copy the master file, plug in captions/images, download and schedule. •  AI tips: use AI to break copy into slides, update dates or text across designs, and generate quote ideas—use as a time-saver, not a creativity replacer. •  Franchise note: check brand guidelines or head office permissions before customising franchise-branded templates. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  7. 14 Jul

    Episode 5 - How to Start Your Online Presence: 3 Key Steps for Children’s Activity Providers

    In this episode Kelly share’s three no-nonsense steps to get your online presence working for you.  If you’re launching a business (or running children’s activities) and feel overwhelmed by logos, platforms and marketing buzzwords, this episode is for you.  I’ll walk you through how to: •  Clarify exactly what you offer and who it helps •  Show up consistently to build trust with your audience •  Make it effortless for people to book and pay  Packed with practical tips for children’s activity business owners, this episode cuts through the fluff so you can get visible and get bookings. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  8. 7 Jul

    Episode 4 - Is Canva Pro worth the upgrade?

    In this episode of Kelly’s Tech Lounge, Kelly Reynolds explores the Pro features that can transform how you create content bulk create, brand kits, Canva AI, Magic Studio tools (like background remover), and a huge library of premium templates and assets.  Learn how these tools speed up batch content creation, help keep client work consistent and on-brand, and solve common headaches like resizing AI-generated graphics.  Kelly shares real-world examples, tips for using Canva AI without starting from scratch, and when the free plan is still a smart choice. Tune in to decide whether Canva Pro will save you time (and stress) or if the free version is all you need. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  9. 30 Jun

    Episode 3 - Why scheduling social media is essential

    In this episode of Kelly’s Tech Lounge, Kelly Reynolds explains why scheduling your social media is essential not just a “nice to have” especially as the summer holidays approach.  She shares real-world lessons from running classes, practical strategies to stay visible and fill autumn sessions, and time-saving tips to avoid last-minute panic.  Kelly also walks through popular tools and systems (Meta Business Suite, Buffer, CRM options like Funnel Sketchers, and Metricool) and how to use them to plan posts across platforms, duplicate content, and schedule weeks or months in advance.  Tune in for actionable advice to keep your audience engaged while you focus on family time or holiday clubs and leave with a simple plan to keep your social feeds working for your business. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  10. 30 Jun

    Episode 2 - When everything changed

    Episode 2 - When Everything Changed  In this empowering Short, Kelly Reynolds shares the moment she stopped treating messy-play classes as a hobby and began owning the title “business owner.”  Juggling nap times, bookings and finances solo, Kelly invested in marketing, became the face of her brand, and learned to set boundaries filling classes, increasing income, and reclaiming family time.  Practical tips included: update your bios, use affirmations, and stop minimising what you do. Perfect for parents running small ventures who want quick, actionable encouragement. Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

  11. 30 Jun

    Episode 1 - My Journey

    Episode 1 - My Journey:  In this debut episode of Between the School Run, Kelly Reynolds shares her personal story of switching from a long corporate career to running a Messy Play franchise, surviving lockdowns, and ultimately following her passion for digital marketing. Hear how early career choices, parenting priorities, and unexpected setbacks, like running into multiple lockdowns and a broken car, shaped her path to creating Kelly Reynolds Socials and becoming a children’s activities business strategist. Why listen: If you run children’s activities, juggle work around school life, or want practical, real-world advice on turning a love for kids’ services into a sustainable business, this episode is for you. Kelly explains the tough decisions, the pivots that mattered, and the marketing skills she used to rebuild and scale her business, then turned into a new mission to help others do the same. Tune in for inspiration, honest lessons from the frontline of small business, and a preview of Kelly’s Tech Lounge, the membership designed to help activity providers save time, get noticed online, and grow their income.  Want to fill more classes? Email marking is a great way to stay in touch with parents. Want to know where you’re at with email marketing? Take my free Email Marketing Quiz and find out what stage you’re at, what you might be missing, and where to focus next. 👉 Take the quiz here: https://online.kellyreynoldssocials.com/email-marketing-quiz If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a review. It really helps support the show.

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About

Kelly's Tech Lounge: The podcast for children's activity providers who want to simplify the tech, master their marketing and grow a business around family life.  I’m Kelly Reynolds, and every week I’ll be sharing simple, practical advice to help you grow your business without adding more hours to your day. From social media and content creation to email marketing, tech, mindset and practical how-tos, each episode is packed with easy-to-follow tips you can put into action straight away. No jargon, no overwhelm, just realistic strategies designed for busy business owners juggling classes, customers and family life. Whether you’re looking to fill more classes, simplify your systems, build your online presence or finally get to grips with the tech behind your business, you’ll find honest conversations and practical support to help you move forward with confidence. So grab a cuppa, pop your headphones in and join me.

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  • Creator
    Kelly Reynolds Socials
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kelly's Tech Lounge