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Social Media Marketing feeling a little extra challenging these days? You’re not alone.

In this episode of Not Nice. Clever., we are break down what’s really working on Instagram in 2025—from using keywords for Instagram SEO, to creating carousels that keep people swiping, to understanding why engagement is about more than just likes.

In This Episode We Share:

• How one luxury real estate agent used keyword-driven posts to go viral and attract new leads
• Why you should start thinking of Instagram as “interest media” (and how that shift changes your content strategy)
• The latest Instagram updates: carousels, mixed media posts, dubbing in other languages, and what’s changing with highlights
• Practical ways to boost engagement—without feeling overwhelmed or chained to the algorithm

If you’ve ever felt stuck, ghosted your account for a while, or wondered why your content isn’t getting seen, this conversation will help you reset, reframe, and grow with intention.

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Big companies buy, sell, merge, and rebrand all the time and with Compass Real Estate's recent acquisition announcement, now felt like the perfect time to talk about why personal branding is SO important for ALL entrepreneurs!

This isn’t just about real estate.

Your personal brand is your most reliable insurance policy, no matter what industry you’re in.

This episode is your reminder that if you’re building your career or while hiding behind someone else's logo, you’re building on borrowed land. This is true for brokerages, social media platforms or affiliate partners!

Check out Candice's Instagram carousel about this topic!

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Could personal branding make you internet-famous? This week we’re talking with Whitney Uland - celebrity life coach, podcast host, and founder of How To Be Famous, who is rewriting the rules of visibility and proving that fame isn’t reserved for a chosen few.

Whitney believes anyone can be famous, and she’s here to share how entrepreneurs, creators, and even introverts can claim their spotlight. Together, we unpack:

• Why social media has leveled the playing field when it comes to building influence.
• How to see fame as a neutral resource you can leverage for opportunity, business, and impact.
• The mindset shifts that create what Whitney calls “celebrity energy”—the magnetic presence that draws people in.
• How to navigate the vulnerability that comes with being visible online.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you really have “what it takes” to grow an audience, this episode will challenge the story you’ve been telling yourself and give you a new way to think about social media and fame.

Episode Notes:

• Checkout Whitney's Podcast
• Work With Whitney
• Follow Whitney on Instagram

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The loneliness epidemic is real — but it’s not hopeless. In this episode of Not Nice, Clever, Human Connection Specialist and TEDx speaker, Brian Miller shares his journey from magician to one of today’s leading voices on connection.

Brian opens up about overcoming social anxiety, reframing imposter syndrome, and discovering the power of small gestures that transform strangers into meaningful relationships.

He introduces his “Natural Networking Introduction” framework (you are going to want to take notes on this- trust us!), and why he says opportunities look like people — and how you can stop missing them.

This interview is packed with practical advice for introverts and all entrepreneurs who want to start conversations, build confidence, and create deeper connections in both personal and professional life.

• Brian Miller Website
• Brian Miller TedX Talk "How To Magically Connect With Anyone"

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Performance isn’t just for athletes, it’s the missing piece in your business playbook.

In this episode, we sit down with Khai McBride, business performance coach and former competitive gymnast who’s coached everyone from Olympic athletes to top-producing entrepreneurs.

Khai shares how 80% of success is mindset, why most people fail at implementation, and how his Shift, Grow, Scale framework can help you break through plateaus, reinvent your identity, and finally follow through on the strategies you already know you should be doing.

Whether you’re a real estate agent, a mortgage pro, or just tired of feeling stuck, this conversation will light a fire under you to stop overthinking and start performing at your highest level.

Work With Khai: https://www.khaimcbride.com/

Connect With Khai On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khaimcbride

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Entrepreneur fam, are you ready to transform your LinkedIn into a client-generating machine?

In this episode of Not Nice. Clever, we're revisiting our conversation with Brand Strategist and LinkedIn Wizard, Tyler Mount who shares the 3-step LinkedIn marketing strategy that took his business from startup to 6-figures in just 12 months!!!

Tyler doesn't hold back—he's sharing his complete LinkedIn playbook, including the mistakes that cost him thousands and the simple shifts that changed everything.

Conversation highlights:

• How to optimize your LinkedIn profile for maximum visibility
• LinkedIn networking tactics that don't feel spammy or sales-y (cause we've all been there!)
• The psychology behind LinkedIn algorithms and how to beat them
• Content marketing strategies that convert followers to paying clients
• Why setting boundaries actually increases your earning potential

If you're an Entrepreneur looking to scale their business and ready to master LinkedIn marketing in 2025, you'll want to be prepared to take notes!

• Work With Tyler: www.tylergmount.com | www. henrystreetcreative.com
• Instagram: / tylergmount

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Key Topics: LinkedIn marketing, lead generation, personal branding, B2B sales, content strategy, social media marketing, business growth, client attraction, LinkedIn optimization, digital marketing 2025

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Struggling with your social media content? What if the struggle you’re hiding is actually the story your audience needs to hear?

That’s exactly what happened to Eric Simon, aka The Broke Agent went from awkward open houses and commission panic… to running one of the most influential media brands in real estate.

In this episode, we go beyond the memes. Eric breaks down how he built BAM Media, why most agents are still getting content completely wrong, and what it actually takes to stand out online in 2025.

In this episode we are breaking down down:

• How Eric turned memes into viral real estate brand
• What most agents get dead wrong about content
• Why BAM Camp in Arizona this September is the place to be if you're serious about growing in this new era of real estate + media

If you’re an agent, creator, or entrepreneur who’s tired of boring content that doesn’t convert—this episode is your cheat code. Eric doesn’t hold back, and neither do we.

🎟️ Learn more about BAM Camp: bamcamp.live

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Is luck actually random—or can you create your own?

Today’s guest, Nicole Perone, says luck isn’t some mystical force reserved for the chosen few. It’s a strategy—and she’s living proof. As the SVP at the #1 retail mortgage company and host of The Billion Dollar Banker podcast, Nicole has been studying what she calls the science of luck!

In this episode, we dig into what it really takes to create your own opportunities, make bold moves, and build a reputation that opens doors. Nicole shares how she broke into a male-dominated industry at just 23, scaled to leading a $2B mortgage team by 33, and the mindset shifts that helped her rise fast and lead with impact.

We’re talking:

• The psychology of high performers
• How to build your own momentum when no one’s clapping yet
• Imposter syndrome (and what to do when it creeps in)
• The not-so-glamorous truth behind “overnight” success

If you’ve ever felt stuck, underestimated, or like you’re waiting for permission—this episode is your wake-up call to stop waiting and start owning your next big move.

Show Notes:

• Check Out The Billion Dollar Banker Podcast
• Follow Nicole On Instagram
• Nicole's Book Recommendation: Discipline Is Destiny

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