Hitting 1,000 followers on Instagram is one of those milestone moments we all chase. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how I did it for my new account, Busy with Books.

I launched the account in August 2024 and reached 1k followers in May 2025 — all without posting every day, dancing on Reels, or using “hashtag hacks.” This episode walks you through the sustainable strategy I used to grow an engaged audience and how you can do the same.

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“I’m too old for TikTok!”, “Isn’t it just dance videos?”, “My kids use it!” – sound familiar?

In this episode, I am busting some myths. Breaking down whyTikTok isn’t just for Gen Z. And show you why I genuinely think it’s one of the most exciting platforms out there for growing your business - especially if you value reach, community, and not having to post perfectly curated, polished content every day.

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Think PR is old-school and social media is the only way to grow your brand in 2025? Not quite.

In this episode, I’m joined by PR consultant Fiona Fraser to unpack how traditional media coverage and social content don’t compete - they complement each other. We dive into why getting featured in the press still matters, how to make those wins work harder on social, and why the best visibility strategies don’t choose sides.

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It's been all over the headlines: the proposed social media ban for NZers under 16. In this episode, I unpack what this proposed ban is all about, what the research really says, and why I think we might need a different approach.

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Links mentioned in the episode:

• • The proposed social media bill
  • My thoughts on the ban on my blog
  • The SpinOff: Banning teens from social media won't keep them safe. Regulating platforms might
  • NZHerald: 10 reasons why banning social media is a bad idea
  • B416 website & Instagram
  • Youthline report: State of the generation 2023
  • Horizon Poll: 74% in favour of limiting child access to social media

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Video content is a must on social media in 2025. In this episode, we unpack why video is so important, what to prioritise when you’re just starting out, and how to create scroll-stopping content (even if you're awkward on camera or filming with your phone). If you’ve been putting off video, this conversation with Chy might be the nudge you need.

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Wondering whether you should invest in influencer marketing or UGC for your next launch? In this episode, we’re going to break it down — what’s the difference, what’s the actual goal behind both approaches, and how to choose the best option for your next launch.

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Meta ads can be very powerful when done right — and equally frustrating when they're not... Love ‘em or hate ‘em, they can seriously support your launch if you know how to use them. In this episode, I’m gonna walk you through how ads can actually work with your launch, instead of feeling like a confusing, expensive experiment.

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Planning your next launch and have no idea where to start with the social media side of things? This episode breaks it all down step-by-step — from mapping out your overall launch timeline to planning content that actually supports your goals (instead of just filling the grid).

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