Strut It: Bold Visibility through Instagram Marketing

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 Instagram does not need to feel chaotic anymore. In this final episode of my 2026 Instagram trends series, I bring everything together. I share a grounded roadmap for building a sustainable Instagram strategy that drives visibility, trust, and sales without burnout. I walk you through what to stop doing, what to focus on instead, and how to create content that actually supports your business goals in 2026. 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode 
00:00 – Why Instagram feels overwhelming and how to simplify your strategy
 01:21 – The leadership lesson that reshaped how I think about connection
 04:16 – A recap of the three biggest Instagram shifts happening right now
 05:36 – What to stop doing in 2026 if you want sustainable growth
 06:06 – Why chasing trends hurts long-term trust and conversions
 07:32 – Why every piece of content needs a clear job
 08:53 – Why views do not equal sales
 10:47 – Why depth beats being everywhere at once
 11:44 – Why posting at 80% good enough is a growth strategy
 12:43 – The mindset shift that creates real confidence on Instagram
 13:38 – Why human-first content wins in an AI-driven world
 15:33 – Why community matters more than follower count
 17:54 – How social search is changing Instagram marketing
 19:52 – Why conversation-based marketing is the future
 21:21 – How to use AI without losing your voice
 23:12 – Your simple three-month Instagram action plan for 2026
 29:17 – Why trust will be the ultimate currency moving forward
Resources Mentioned: 
HOT REELS VIP WAITLIST
Hot Reels Full Program Details
Free Close Sales in Your Sleep, DM Automation Guide: 
Get your First month FREE of ManyChat Pro. 
WORK WITH ELIZABETH MARBERRY
Apply for your FREE Instagram Breakthrough Session with Elizabeth
Free guide to Monetize Your IG: Seven Simple and Proven Ways to Finally Make Money on Instagram
Follow Elizabeth Marberry on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook

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 Getting views does not guarantee sales. I see this every single day. In 2026, trust matters more than ever. In this episode, I break down what actually turns followers into paying clients. I explain the trust recession. I show you the difference between attention and connection. 
I teach you the three specific areas where depth drives real revenue. 
You’ll Learn:
00:00 – Why attention and sales are two different things
01:20 – Why most content does not connect to a real sales funnel
04:37 – What the trust recession is and how it changes buying behavior
05:36 – Why hype, urgency, and discounts are losing power
07:01 – Why proof and clarity beat promises
08:57 – Why people buy people, not products
09:25 – How little time you have to capture attention
11:15 – Why attention is rented and depth is owned
11:42 – The three areas where depth actually drives sales
12:10 – Why captions convert warm audiences
13:08 – Why carousels are a hidden growth and conversion tool
14:33 – The carousel data most creators are ignoring
15:29 – How to structure carousels for authority and leads
17:17 – Why consistency of perspective builds trust
19:57 – Why your customer journey must be clear
20:48 – How Elizabeth uses content to drive podcast growth
23:09 – How to choose the right call to action for each post
24:27 – Why DM automation is the real conversion engine
24:56 – How ManyChat turns content into leads on autopilot
26:46 – How to use DM automation in feed posts and stories
Resources Mentioned
HOT REELS VIP WAITLIST
Hot Reels Full Program Details
Free Close Sales in Your Sleep, DM Automation Guide: 
Get your First month FREE of ManyChat Pro.
Discover freshly roasted, specialty coffee delivered to your doorstep with Duality Coffee
WORK WITH ELIZABETH MARBERRY
Apply for your FREE Instagram Breakthrough Session with Elizabeth
Free guide to Monetize Your IG: Seven Simple and Proven Ways to Finally Make Money on Instagram
Follow Elizabeth Marberry on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook

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In this episode, we talk about how to stand out without burning out. We cover the shift away from generic content. We explore the rise of story-driven and mission-led marketing. We talk about how to grow your visibility in a way that feels human, sustainable, and aligned with your real life.
You will learn why playing the long game matters. You will learn how to use storytelling to stand out in a crowded market. You will learn how to use AI as a strategic partner instead of a replacement. You will learn why personal branding is now non-negotiable. You will also learn how DM automation connects your content to real leads and sales.
What You’ll Learn
00:05 – Why consistency with intention beats posting everywhere
06:13 – Why Instagram growth is a long game
09:04 – Why generic content is forgettable
10:02 – Why story-driven content is winning right now
11:27 – How to use storytelling to create connection and trust
19:22 – Why your brand needs a human face in 2026
21:33 – How direct-to-camera content builds authority
22:55 – How mission-led content creates loyalty and community
24:46 – How niching down makes your marketing stronger
13:44 – How to use AI as a strategic thought partner
15:32 – The CRIT framework for better AI results
26:59 – How to use DM automation to connect content to your funnel
28:28 – How ManyChat helps you grow your list on autopilot
27:58 – Why visibility without conversion is a trap
30:52 – The three big takeaways for your 2026 content strategy

Resources Mentioned
HOT REELS VIP WAITLIST
Hot Reels Full Program Details
Free Close Sales in Your Sleep, DM Automation Guide: 
Get your First month FREE of ManyChat Pro. 
Learn the CRIT framework that takes you into the top 1% of AI users
WORK WITH ELIZABETH MARBERRY
Apply for your FREE Instagram Breakthrough Session with Elizabeth
Free guide to Monetize Your IG: Seven Simple and Proven Ways to Finally Make Money on Instagram
Follow Elizabeth Marberry on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook

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Instagram feels harder than it used to. Your views might be down. Your reach might feel inconsistent. Your content might feel like it is disappearing into the void.
This is not your fault.
In this Strut It episode, I kick off a four part series on Instagram Marketing Trends and Predictions for 2026. I break down what is actually happening on the platform using real data from two massive studies that analyzed more than 44 million posts and nearly 2 million accounts.
You will learn why reach is down, why competition is up, and why this shift is secretly the best opportunity small businesses have had in years.
What You’ll Learn
 00:00 – Why Instagram feels harder right now
 03:02 – What two major studies reveal about reach, Reels, and competition
 08:10 – Why more content means less average reach
 09:27 – How the algorithm has shifted toward recommendations and DMs
 12:21 – Why small accounts are growing faster than big ones
 16:06 – What resonance over reach really means for your business
 17:01 – Why views and income are not the same thing
 15:09 – How I grew my business by 300 percent with lower average views
 20:11 – Why niche content now beats broad content
 20:41 – How shareable content wins in 2026
 24:00 – Why community matters more than ever
 24:56 – Why Reels still matter and how to think about them differently
 25:51 – The three strategic takeaways you need to focus on this year 
Resources Mentioned
Join the Hot Reels VIP Waitlist: 
Free Guide: Monetize Your IG Guide: 
WORK WITH ELIZABETH MARBERRY
Apply for your FREE Instagram Breakthrough Session with Elizabeth
Free guide to Monetize Your IG: Seven Simple and Proven Ways to Finally Make Money on Instagram
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Marketing in 2026 looks nothing like it did even a few years ago. The traditional funnel assumes people move in a straight line from awareness to purchase. That assumption no longer holds.
In this Strut It episode, I sit down with internationally known marketing consultant, speaker, and educator Becca Pountney. Becca works primarily in the wedding industry, but her strategies apply to every business and every niche.
We unpack why attention is harder to earn, why trust is harder to build, and why customers now take multiple paths before buying. Becca introduces her Marketing Theme Park concept and walks through her S.C.R.E.A.M. framework, a practical way to rethink visibility, pricing, experience, and conversion in today’s landscape.

What You’ll Learn
[00:00] Why the traditional marketing funnel is outdated
[01:32] How the marketing theme park reflects modern buying behavior
[02:28] What it actually means to stand out in a crowded market
[04:44] Why transparent pricing builds trust faster
[07:05] How word-of-mouth still cuts through digital noise
[08:59] Why experience now drives conversions
[09:29] How to capture attention in a short attention economy
[21:46] Why customers need multiple ways to buy from you

Key Takeaways
Visibility alone no longer converts
Differentiation matters more than perfection
Clear pricing builds confidence
Small experience upgrades create big impact
Attention is earned in seconds
Simplicity increases sales
Customers choose their own buying path
Guest Bio
Becca Pountney is an internationally recognized marketing consultant, speaker, and educator. She is the UK’s leading wedding industry marketing expert and the host of the award-winning podcast Wedding Pros Who Are Ready to Grow. Her work helps business owners simplify marketing, increase visibility, and build sustainable growth in a noisy digital world.
Links and Resources
Get Tickets for Wedding Pros Live in London or Ireland in March of 2026!
Follow Becca Pountney on Instagram
Becca’s Podcast: Wedding Pros Who Are Ready to Grow
WORK WITH ELIZABETH MARBERRY
Apply for your FREE Instagram Breakthrough Session with Elizabeth
Free guide to Monetize Your IG: Seven Simple and Proven Ways to Finally Make Money on Instagram
Follow Elizabeth Marberry on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook

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