My Thoughts About Marketing 

Meet Brown Bag Best Seller, a creative small business owned by Angie Colten that offers wrapped books, gift boxes, bookish events, and a fun way to discover your next favorite read.

Just because someone posts on their personal account does not mean they know how to manage a business account. Business social media needs more than activity. It needs clarity, strategy, and intention.

Small businesses don’t need more marketing, they need better focus. Here’s how to stop trying to do everything and start building a strategy that actually works.

Trying to figure out if social media ads are worth it for your small business? This guide breaks down the good, the bad, and the costly mistakes that lead to wasted ad spend, plus what to fix before you run ads so you can get real results.

Social media is no longer just about posting—it’s about selling. Here’s what’s changed in 2026 and how small businesses can turn content into a real sales channel.

If social media feels harder lately… you’re not imagining it. The strategy has shifted. Here’s what actually matters right now for small businesses.

Uploading a video to YouTube involves more than just clicking publish. Learn the anatomy of a YouTube upload, what details matter most, and grab a free checklist to use every time you post.

Online marketing is powerful, but real relationships still drive business growth. Here’s why showing up in real life is becoming essential for small businesses aga

Once a marketing audit gives you clarity, the next step is building a plan. This post breaks down how to turn insights into a focused, intentional marketing strategy.

A marketing audit shouldn’t leave you with more questions or overwhelm. Here’s what actually happens after the audit, and how clarity turns into a focused, realistic plan.

Not sure where to start with marketing? Learn why a website, social media, and branding audit should come before spending time or money.

As 2025 came to a close, I made a very intentional decision: to slow down, step back, and truly reset before stepping into the new year. Rather than rushing into January with a packed schedule and a long to-do list, I gave myself permission to rest, reflect, and reconnect with the people and moments that matter most. That space created clarity, and that clarity is now shaping everything I’m building in 2026.

A strong website is the foundation of your online presence. This guide breaks down the essential parts of a great small business website and explains why each one matters for building trust, improving SEO, and converting visitors into customers.

This brand isn’t just a business, it’s the culmination of my creative roots, my education, my experiences, and the people who shaped me.