Growth Addicts | Social Media Strategy for Small Business Owners

Amanda Hughes
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Amanda Hughes is an award winning social media mentor for small business owners. She specialises in helping small business owners grow their business on Instagram and all other social media platforms. This show delivers social media strategy tips on how to DIY your social media as a small business owner including how to launch, grow and convert followers to paying customers. Small business growth addicts is a show for small business owners of any niche, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, content creators, online coaches, consultants and online marketers. If you want to learn how to make social media easy, fun and profitable, you’re in the right place! We’ll cover the answer to questions like: *How to confidently sell on social media? *How to set up a brand new Instagram account *How to post about your guises during challenging worldwide times *How to stay consistent on social media when no one is engaging And more 

  1. 1D AGO

    Get over awkwardness of selling

    Do you feel awkward every time you have to promote your offer? Do you worry about sounding “too salesy” on social media? Do you know your product or service is good… but still hesitate to actually ask for the sale? If that’s you, this episode is for you. Today I’m helping you get over your fear of selling so you can stop hiding, start confidently talking about your offer, and finally make sales without feeling pushy or cringe.  We’ll unpack the mindset blocks around money, why knowing your ideal client changes everything, and how to create content that sells without sounding salesy. Go deeper on this subject with my eBook "Get Sales Confident" here Need help getting clear on your ideal client? This episode is for you Get daily support with all of the above in GSGS, our incredible Social Media Mentorship for Small Business Owners here Send a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    18 min

  2. FEB 9

    Set up a brand new Instagram for your Small Business

    Brand new small business and wondering how to get started on Instagram? Setting up a fresh account and want to do it right from day one? Staring at a blank profile and thinking… where do I even start? This episode is for you. I’m walking you through exactly how I’d set up a brand new Instagram business account in 2026 from choosing the right username and profile name, to writing a bio that actually helps you get seen, and planning your first posts with intention. This isn’t a step-by-step button-click tutorial (because Instagram changes constantly) Instead, you’ll learn the why behind every decision so your account is set up to attract the right people and turn followers into customers based on what's working well on Instagram right now. If you’re at the exciting “blank page” stage of business, press play. If you want help implementing all of this and having support while you grow, you can join my small business mentorship community, Get Seen Get Sales here Find out more about your ideal client in this episode of Small Business Growth Addicts here Send a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    24 min

  3. FEB 2

    Posting about your business during challenging worldwide times

    The world feels heavy right now and a lot of small business owners are quietly asking themselves the same question: is it wrong to keep posting about my business on social media when so much is going on? In this episode, I talk honestly about the guilt, the pressure to speak up, and trying to stay financially stable while everything feels uncertain. This isn’t about telling you what you should do. It’s about compassion, mental health, and finding a way forward that feels right for you. Learn more: Resources, free downloads, and links mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at smallbusinessgrowthaddicts.com If you’re craving support right now, join us inside Get Seen Get Sales, my small business community for people who want to grow sustainably, without pressure or shame. Send a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    17 min

  4. JAN 26

    Stay Consistent on Social Media When No One Is Engaging

    Posting on social media and getting nothing back? No likes. No comments. No replies. Just silence. If you're a small business owner who needs to know how on earth you stay consistent on social media for your business when it's crickets out there, this is for you. In this episode, I’m talking about how to stay consistent on social media when no one is engaging, and why low engagement doesn’t mean your content isn’t working. This episode will help you understand what’s happening, rebuild confidence, and keep showing up in a way that actually works. Want more strategies for Social Media Growth? Join my incredible Social Media Mentorship Community for Small Business Owners right here Links mentioned in todays show: Morning ritual reel Facebook group intro template Ideal client podcast episode Finding your community podcast episode Free downloads Sponsor of This Episode This episode is sponsored by Claire from Word Craft a website strategist and copywriter based in the North East of Scotland, working with clients across the UK and beyond. Claire helps small business owners and creative entrepreneurs get their website’s words, structure, and flow right, so they attract those “I couldn’t-have-asked-for-better” clients. You can work with Claire via: Done-for-you website copy & blog writingA strategic website audit (with a clear action plan)One-to-one advisory support so you can confidently DIY your copyConnect with Claire on Instagram → @wordcraftclaire Send a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    26 min

  5. JAN 19

    Finding The Right Community For Your Small Business

    Are you a small business owner feeling like you’re doing everything alone, wondering if there’s an easier, more supported way to grow? There is!  Community is becoming essential for small business growth. Today I'm talking about what it really means and how being part of the right community can help you grow faster, feel less overwhelmed, and actually enjoy running your business again. Whether you’re craving connection, clarity, accountability, or simply people who get it, this episode will help you rethink how community fits into your business and why it can be the difference between struggling alone and growing sustainably. Why not start by joining my incredible email community! Every Monday and Thursday a fun, helpful email will land in your inbox. Join Us Here and get 30 FREE Content prompts and hooks too Sponsor of This Episode This episode is sponsored by Claire from Word Craft a website strategist and copywriter based in the North East of Scotland, working with clients across the UK and beyond. Claire helps small business owners and creative entrepreneurs get their website’s words, structure, and flow right, so they attract those “I couldn’t-have-asked-for-better” clients. You can work with Claire via: Done-for-you website copy & blog writingA strategic website audit (with a clear action plan)One-to-one advisory support so you can confidently DIY your copyConnect with Claire on Instagram → @wordcraftclaire Send us a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    31 min

  6. JAN 12

    Boost Reach & Engagement on Instagram with candid photos

    Are you a small business owner wondering if photos even work on Instagram anymore or if it’s all Reels, video, and Canva graphics now?  I’m breaking down why candid, casual photos are officially back on Instagram, what’s driving the shift, and exactly how you can use them to get more reach, saves, and real connection without Canva, fancy cameras, or perfect lighting. If you’ve been feeling pressure to constantly create polished Instagram content or show up on video just to stay visible, this episode will give you a refreshing alternative that actually works right now. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Instagram is favouring real, imperfect photos againWhat “candid content” actually means for business accountsHow to use photo-based carousels to boost reach and savesWhy trust and connection matter more than polish in the age of AIHow to create Instagram content quickly using photos you already haveWhen to use photos vs Reels and how to keep both simple and effective👉 Example mentioned in the episode: My New Year’s Eve carousel post (created in minutes, no Canva)   Free Resource for Small Business Owners Want help writing hooks that actually stop the scroll? Grab my FREE content hooks to attract, nurture, and convert your ideal clients on Instagram and beyond here Sponsor of This Episode This episode is sponsored by Claire from Word Craft a website strategist and copywriter based in the North East of Scotland, working with clients across the UK and beyond. Claire helps small business owners and creative entrepreneurs get their website’s words, structure, and flow right, so they attract those “I couldn’t-have-asked-for-better” clients. You can work with Claire via: Done-for-you website copy & blog writingA strategic website audit (with a clear action plan)One-to-one advisory support so you can confidently DIY your copyConnect with Claire on Instagram → @wordcraftclaire Send a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    18 min

  7. JAN 5

    Run a business with kids without burning out with Claire Creirie

    Are you a small business owner out there wondering if running a business & raising young kids is even possible without the burnout? I’m joined by Clare Crierie from Calm With Clare for a real, honest conversation about running a business and being a mum, the mental load of motherhood, and what it really takes to build a business while raising young children. We talk about business and motherhood without burnout, the guilt that comes with juggling work and family life, and why learning how to look after yourself as a mum isn’t a “nice to have” it’s essential if you want your business to be sustainable. If you’ve felt like you’re constantly putting yourself last while trying to make your business and family life work, this episode will feel very familiar. This episode is sponsored by Claire from Word Craft - a website strategist and copywriter based in the North East of Scotland who works with clients across the UK and beyond. Claire helps small business owners and creative entrepreneurs with their website’s words, structure and flow to help attract those “I couldn’t-have-asked-for-better” clients. Choose from done-for-you website copy and blog writing, a strategic website audit (with an action plan so you know what you need to do to improve), or one-to-one advisory support so you can DIY your copy and content with greater confidence. Connect with Claire on Instagram - @wordcraftclaire Connect with Calm With Clare on Instagram here @calm.with.clare Learn more: Resources, free downloads and links mentioned in this episode can be found at smallbusinessgrowthaddicts.com Connect with Amanda Hughes on Instagram at @amandahughes.uk Free small business downloads: Access all of Amanda's freebies in one place at https://www.amandahughes.uk/free-smallbusiness-downloads Send a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    45 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    Social Media Strategy You Need in 2026 (The Get Seen Get Sales Method®️)

    Posting daily but not seeing sales? Exhausted from chasing trends and watching competitors “go viral” while your content flops? If you’re a small business owner ready to quit the algorithm game and finally build a social media strategy that actually converts — this is for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down the Get Seen Get Sales Method — the 5-pillar framework I use in my own businesses and teach inside my mentorship community to help small business owners worldwide turn social media into a sustainable revenue engine. This isn’t about quick wins or viral moments. It’s about building a profitable social media presence that works for the long game — without burning out. Learn more Resources, free downloads, and links mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at smallbusinessgrowthaddicts.com Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Send a text Small Business Community: Join Get Seen Get Sales and get the support, strategies & accountability you need to grow your business on social media with confidence. Learn more Connect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.uk Growth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest links Free Small Business Downloads: Access all of Amanda’s freebies in one place → Get them here Exclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

    22 min
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Amanda Hughes is an award winning social media mentor for small business owners. She specialises in helping small business owners grow their business on Instagram and all other social media platforms. This show delivers social media strategy tips on how to DIY your social media as a small business owner including how to launch, grow and convert followers to paying customers. Small business growth addicts is a show for small business owners of any niche, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, content creators, online coaches, consultants and online marketers. If you want to learn how to make social media easy, fun and profitable, you’re in the right place! We’ll cover the answer to questions like: *How to confidently sell on social media? *How to set up a brand new Instagram account *How to post about your guises during challenging worldwide times *How to stay consistent on social media when no one is engaging And more 

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