The Creative Bodega | Content Marketing and Instagram Growth for Solopreneurs (Em Connors)
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| 20 Feb 2025 | Welcome to The Creative Bodega | 00:01:07 | |
Hi there! I’m Em Connors, and welcome to The Creative Bodega—the podcast for female service-based solopreneurs who want to grow their business without burning out. Let’s be honest for a minute: creating content, growing your Instagram account, and building a personal brand can feel superrr overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to take over your life. Each week, I’ll share actionable tips, expert advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to run a multi-six-figure business – while raising a family. If you’re ready to turn your content into clients and build a business that works for you, you’re in the right place. Hit subscribe now, and let’s start building your dream business together. Visit The Creative Bodega website. Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 03 Mar 2025 | Steal My Instagram Stories Strategy: Build Relationships, Boost Engagement & Increase Sales | 00:22:50 | |
Struggling to show up on Instagram Stories? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m diving into why Stories are the secret weapon for nurturing your audience, building trust, and increasing sales—without feeling salesy. Learn how to increase story views, create engaging content that resonates, and show up confidently (even if it feels awkward at first). Plus, I’m sharing the biggest mistakes to avoid and how to turn casual followers into loyal customers. Ready to make Stories work for your business? Tune in now! Check out the full show notes for this episode. ✨ How to increase your story views using engagement tools, captions, and strategic storytelling. ✨ Overcoming the fear of showing up – tips to get comfortable and consistent with posting stories. ✨ The biggest mistakes to avoid in Stories (like too much selling, negativity, or lack of engagement). ✨ How to use Stories to lead followers into your DMs, email list naturally, and offers – without feeling pushy. Resources & Links Mentioned in this episode: Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 03 Mar 2025 | How I Built a Six-Figure Business with Instagram & Canva (Without Burning Out!) | 00:18:29 | |
Struggling to create content consistently? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m sharing my journey from gym owner to content marketing expert and how I built a six-figure business using Instagram and Canva—without burning out. Learn how I found time to grow my business while juggling motherhood, the three key strategies that helped me scale, and why authenticity is your biggest asset online. Check out the full show notes for this episode. Things I cover inside the episode: ✨ How I built my business from scratch using Instagram & Canva—and why I started before I had an offer. Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 03 Mar 2025 | 5 Common Instagram Posting Mistakes That Are Hurting Your Engagement (& How to Fix Them) | 00:25:18 | |
Struggling to get engagement on Instagram? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m breaking down the five biggest Instagram mistakes solopreneurs make—and how to easily fix them. If you're tired of posting consistently with little results, this episode is for you. Learn how to optimize your bio, improve your captions, diversify your content, and engage with your audience in a way that builds real connections and leads to sales. Check out the full show notes for this episode. Things I cover inside the episode: ✨ Why posting without a clear message is hurting your reach—and how to fix it. Resources & Links Mentioned in this episode: Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 03 Mar 2025 | Streamlining Your Canva & Content Workflow: Organize, Batch, and Create Social Media Posts with Ease | 00:19:53 | |
Struggling to keep your Canva designs organized? Spending way too much time creating content from scratch? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m breaking down my best tips for streamlining your Canva workflow so you can design faster, stay on-brand, and free up hours in your week. Learn how to create an efficient folder system, set up a brand kit, and make reusable templates that keep your content creation process smooth and stress-free. Check out the full show notes for this episode. Things I Cover Inside the Episode: ✨ Why an organized Canva workflow will save you so much time. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction – Why this episode matters Resources Mentioned: Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 03 Mar 2025 | 8 Powerful Boundaries Every Solopreneur Needs to Avoid Burnout & Protect Their Energy | 00:22:43 | |
Feeling drained by social media? Struggling to balance your business without burning out? In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m sharing eight game-changing boundaries that have helped me protect my energy, stay present in my life, and build a sustainable business—without feeling like I must be "on" 24/7. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by Instagram engagement, client expectations, or the pressure to produce content constantly, this episode is for you. Learn how to set boundaries around social media, redefine success on your own terms, and create more balance in your daily life. Check out the full show notes for this episode here. Things I Cover Inside the Episode: ✨ Redefining success on your own terms—so you no longer feel pressure to chase external validation. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction & My Burnout Story Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: 🔗 Hatch Alarm Clock (pricey, but SO worth it for a better phone-free bedtime routine!) 👉 DM me on Instagram (@the.creative.bodega) and let me know which boundary you're going to implement this week! Let’s protect our energy and build a business that supports our life—not consumes it. 💛 Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 10 Mar 2025 | ChatGPT & AI: Exactly How I'm Using it to Boost Creativity & Save Time as a Solopreneur | 00:20:01 | |
AI Won’t Replace You—But It Can Be Your Best Sidekick Feeling overwhelmed by just the thought of using AI? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m diving into how AI—especially ChatGPT—can become your ultimate business sidekick. From brainstorming Instagram post ideas to writing captions, emails, and even blog posts, AI can help you save time, spark creativity, and stay consistent—without losing your unique voice. I’m sharing exactly how I use AI in my daily workflow, how to create your own personalized AI assistant, and why this tool is a game-changer for solopreneurs. Ready to streamline your content and work smarter? Tune in now! Check out the full show notes for this episode here. 📌 Things I cover inside the episode: 📌 Resources & Links Mentioned in this episode: Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 17 Mar 2025 | Instagram Analytics Made Simple: What To Track and Why It Matters | 00:21:25 | |
Are You Tracking Your Instagram Analytics the Right Way? Obsessing over Instagram analytics? Or maybe you’re avoiding them altogether? In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m breaking down a simple, stress-free way to track your Instagram performance—without getting lost in the numbers. Learn which key metrics actually matter, how to repurpose top-performing content, and why checking analytics too often can do more harm than good. Plus, I’m sharing my personal tracking system that makes content planning so much easier. If you want to grow your reach and engagement without overcomplicating things, this episode is for you! Check out the full show notes for this episode. Things I cover inside the episode: Resources & Links Mentioned in this episode: 🔗 Check out Later.com, where I schedule & post my content! Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 24 Mar 2025 | Overcoming Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome as a Female Entrepreneur: Why the World Needs Your Business | 00:27:25 | |
Struggling with imposter syndrome? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m diving into why self-doubt holds so many solopreneurs back and how you can finally break free from it. Learn how to reframe negative thoughts, build confidence through action, and start showing up as the expert you already are—even if you don’t feel like one yet. I’m also sharing my personal journey with imposter syndrome; the mindset shifts that helped me push through, and practical steps to stop doubting yourself and start owning your value. Ready to silence self-doubt and step into your expertise? Tune in now! 🎧 👉 Check out the full show notes for this episode here! Things I cover inside the episode: ✨ What imposter syndrome is and why it affects female solopreneurs at every stage of business. Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 31 Mar 2025 | No Stress Guide to Email Marketing for Solopreneurs: Grow & Engage Without Overthinking | 00:27:15 | |
Feeling overwhelmed by email marketing? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m breaking down the real reasons solopreneurs avoid starting an email list—and how to finally take action without the tech headache. You’ll learn why email marketing is not as scary as it sounds, how to build a list that actually grows your business, and simple systems that make hitting “send” feel second nature. I’m also sharing my own email journey—from resisting it for years to now sending weekly newsletters that drive real results. You’ll hear the mindset shifts, tools, and strategies I used to go from totally stuck to 16,000+ subscribers (with a 53% open rate!). 🙌 Ready to finally get your email list off the ground and make it work for you? Tune in now! 🎧 👉 Check out the full show notes for this episode here! Things I cover inside the episode: ✨ Why every solopreneur needs an email list—even before they have an offer Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 07 Apr 2025 | Instagram Engagement is Down: How to Turn It Around Fast in 2025 (Without Ads) | 00:20:09 | |
Why No One Is Seeing Your Content (And What to Do About It) Feeling like you're posting into the void lately? You're not alone—and you're definitely not doing it wrong. In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m breaking down the real reasons your content isn’t getting seen and the exact steps to fix it—without pouring money into ads. From outdated growth strategies to algorithm shifts (yep, Reels are showing up to more non-followers than ever), I’m giving you the inside scoop on how to work with the algorithm, not against it. Plus, I’m sharing my go-to content tweaks, my take on platform changes, and why I’ll never stop sending voice DMs or writing my weekly newsletter to 16k subscribers. If you're ready to get your content in front of the right people and finally see some traction again, this episode is your action plan. 🎧 Check out the full show notes for links, resources, and a few bonus tips! Things I cover inside the episode: ✨ The biggest reason your content might be getting buried—and how to fix it (no ad spend required). Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode: 🔗 My Instagram Analytics Tracker – ditch the guesswork and finally know what’s working, just $19! Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 14 Apr 2025 | The Truth About Creating Offers: How to Start Small, Build Proof, and Grow With Confidence | 00:32:22 | |
In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m sharing a real-time peek into my thought process around building offers—and why bigger isn’t always better. If you’ve ever felt pressure to launch a huge course or membership before you’re ready, this episode will help you breathe easier. I’m breaking down why starting small is powerful, how to price your offers with confidence, and what to listen for in your audience to create aligned, profitable offers that actually serve. This isn’t about rushing or doing what everyone else is doing—it’s about growing at your own pace with intention. If you’re in the messy middle of figuring out your next offer (or your first!), grab your coffee and tune in. You’re not alone in this. Check out the full show notes for this episode. Things I cover inside the episode: ✨ Why launching a massive course or membership right out of the gate can backfire Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||
| 21 Apr 2025 | Feeling Stuck on What to Post? 5 Steps to Defining Your Content Pillars | 00:28:27 | |
Still wondering what to post on Instagram? You might be missing this one crucial step. In this episode of The Creative Bodega, I’m breaking down the exact process I use (and teach!) to define your content pillars — aka the foundation that will simplify your content creation and bring consistency, clarity, and connection to your brand. No more guessing games or posting random tips that don’t lead to sales. When your pillars are locked in, your messaging becomes sharper, your audience knows what to expect from you, and your content starts doing the heavy lifting for you. If content feels scattered, inconsistent, or just plain exhausting, this episode is your starting line. Let’s define your pillars once and for all. 👉 Check out the full show notes for this episode HERE. Things I cover inside the episode: ✨ What content pillars really are (and what they’re not — spoiler: "educate, inspire, entertain" is not it). Resources & Links Mentioned in this episode: 🔗 Content Analytics Tracker Connect with me: Be sure to hit "Subscribe" or "Follow" so you never miss an episode! | |||