Painless Posting Podcast

Facebook is shutting down Community Chats in groups — and that’s a big deal if you’ve been using them to connect, collaborate, or build engagement.

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey breaks down what’s really happening with Meta’s latest update, why it matters for small business owners, and how to keep your community connected without missing a beat.

Maggie also shares her personal story...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey explores the impact of AI on content creation. She addresses key ethical concerns, including job displacement, originality risks, and copyright issues. Maggie offers practical advice on using AI responsibly through the 'draft and polish' method, emphasizing the importance of human oversight and maintaining creativity. She promotes transparency, continual learni...

Did you know your audience speaks a secret language of engagement? Understanding audience behavior and consumer motivation will make your content creation more effective. This knowledge is key to a successful digital marketing strategy and audience engagement.

In this episode of The Painless Posting Podcast, hosted by Maggie Carey, discover the hidden psychology behind social media engagement and learn how to use it ethica...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey delves into the importance of setting boundaries on social media for business owners. She discusses the pitfalls of oversharing and presents the POST framework to help creators post strategically. With steps to protect peace, own your message, simplify your strategy, and trust your gut, Maggie emphasizes that personal boundaries are not a weakness but a strategic asset f...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey introduces the 'scroll test,' a method to audit your social media profiles to ensure they are clear, consistent, and compelling. She outlines five steps for performing the scroll test: examining your profile from a stranger's perspective, conducting a three-second bio check, ensuring visual consistency, checking the tone of your captions, and including cal...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, hosted by Maggie Carey, listeners will learn why the traditional 'link in bio' CTA is no longer effective and discover actionable strategies to increase social media engagement. Maggie breaks down common CTA mistakes and provides practical replacements that are more conversational and urgent, ensuring higher click-through rates. The episode also explores platform algorithms...

Ever click on a social media post expecting value—only to get a sales pitch in disguise?
 You aren’t alone. And if you're a business owner or entrepreneur? Your audience may feel that, too.

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, we’re diving into why so much content falls flat: it promises help but delivers hype. You’ll hear the real story that sparked this conversation—and walk away with clear, tactical tips to f...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, host Maggie Carey reveals a systematic approach to creating a comprehensive evergreen content library for social media.

You’ll learn how to build three months of content in just a few hours using Canva for graphics and AI for captions. Maggie walks you through selecting evergreen categories, writing captions with fill-in-the-blank prompts, batching your visuals, and scheduli...

You’ve got three seconds—maybe less. If your video doesn’t stop the scroll instantly, you’re invisible.

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, we’re diving into the fast-paced world of short-form video—why it’s everywhere, how to make it work without burnout, and what you can do today to stand out (even if you’re not big on dancing TikToks 😉).

You’ll learn three powerful ways to make short-form work for...

Feeling stuck on what to post? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey shares smart, time-saving strategies to simplify your social media content — without the overwhelm.

From easy-to-use content ideas to powerful AI shortcuts and a framework that makes video creation feel doable (yes, even for non-creatives), you’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and a calendar you can actually...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey shares a powerful strategy to amplify the reach and engagement of your LinkedIn posts through strategic engagement before publishing. She explains how interacting thoughtfully with key profiles and industry-related content before posting can enhance your visibility and attract the right audience, offering step-by-step instructions to employ this technique.

Maggi...

Does social media ever feel like a mystery? One day, you're told one thing, and the next, it’s the complete opposite. So, how do you know what really works and what’s just bad advice?

In this episode, we’re breaking down some of the biggest social media myths that might be slowing you down. If you've ever wondered why your efforts aren’t paying off the way you expected, this one's for you.

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In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, host Maggie Carey tackles the common frustration of creating social media content that quickly fades into obscurity. Discover the magic of content repurposing to maximize your efforts by transforming one strong idea into various formats across multiple platforms, ultimately reaching broader audiences with less effort. 

Maggie shares practical examples and a step-by-step workflow, high...

In this SPECIAL episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey discusses Facebook's significant policy change that impacts live videos on the platform. As of February 19th, 2025, all new live videos on Facebook will be automatically deleted after 30 days. Maggie explains multiple methods to save your live videos from deletion, including downloading them directly to your computer, transferring them to cloud storage, and ...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, host Maggie Carey shares her favorite content creation strategy — content categories. She explains how organizing your social media posts into themes or pillars can simplify the creation process, making it more consistent and less stressful. The episode covers benefits, popular content category ideas, and a step-by-step guide to tailoring categories for your business. Additionally, M...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, host Maggie Carey delves into the importance of crafting compelling calls to action (CTAs) for social media content. Maggie explains that CTAs can significantly influence whether a post gains a customer or gets lost in the feed. The episode covers the final step in her HELP framework, focusing on 'Prompt the Action.' Listeners will learn how to create clear, concise, and co...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, hosted by Maggie Carey, learn how to present your solutions effectively on social media without sounding salesy. Dive into the third step of the HELP process: Laying Out the Solution. Maggie provides five strategies to showcase your solutions in a way that builds trust, creates clarity, and encourages action. From sharing your vision to addressing common objections, this episode is p...

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey dives into the importance of identifying your audience's pain points to create truly resonant content. Explore five key pain points and learn how to leverage them to build trust and engagement. With practical examples and actionable tips, this episode will equip you with the knowledge to craft content that speaks directly to your audience's struggles and needs....

In this episode of the Painless Posting Podcast, Maggie Carey explains the importance of creating powerful hooks for social media posts to grab attention within just three seconds. She outlines the psychological elements behind effective hooks, including emotion, surprise, relevance, and curiosity. Listeners are provided with ten examples of hooks tailored to various industries and strategies for implementing them. The episode conc...