📸 Instagram - iPad app is finally live → opens straight to Reels, has a Following tab, and shows Reels + comments side by side. - Reels analytics got an upgrade → new retention charts + “skip rate” so you can see exactly where viewers drop off. - Editing tools got better → opacity keyframes, clip conversion, and saved sound effects now available. 👍 Facebook - News Feed is being redesigned to look more consistent across desktop + mobile. Cleaner experience for both organic posts and ads. 💼 LinkedIn - New analytics → you can now see Saves and Sends on posts. Perfect for spotting that “silent engagement” where people find your content valuable even if they don’t comment. - CapCut integration → you can export videos straight into LinkedIn. Big time saver for creators. - Privacy update → LinkedIn will start using member profiles, posts, and resumes to train its AI models by default. You’ll need to opt out if you don’t want your content included.

So happy and excited to be here! I am so proud of Amanda for creating this community and her classroom is packed full of value so far! I am diving in and loving it all so far! Great job Amanda! YAY!!

📢 New Free Guide: Now in the Classroom! Hey friends, The Beginner’s Guide to Social Media for Small Business is now live in the Classroom! This free 10-page PDF will help you: - Pick the right platform - Know what to post - Plan your week - Start using Reels - Stay consistent (without burning out) It’s super simple, easy to follow, and made just for small business owners like you. 📥 Head to the Classroom to download it now! Let me know in the comments: What platform are you focusing on first?

Welcome, small biz owner... you made it! Whether you're just getting started with social media or looking to show up more confidently and consistently, you're in the right place. The Small Business Marketing Lab is your space to learn, grow, and take action on your marketing — one post at a time. This community is built specifically for small business owners who want to simplify their content, show up online with clarity, and grow their brand using social media marketing strategies that actually work.