You're counting likes... but your wallet’s still on E?


"Is that really your priority?"​
What people see under your followers and likes… or the actual numbers in your bank account
?
This was a real convo I had with a potential client, and honestly? I imagined our convo like one of those ATM customer service videos. You know like this...

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I know TikTok is tired of me already, but every time I bring this up, social media vs. email marketing, my next question is always:
​"Cool, but can you show the receipts?"

Don't get me wrong, social media is powerful.
But it’s not a one-and-done strategy like most people think.
Social media is more like a search engine, but here’s the salsa:
​you don’t own that audience unless they’re on your email list.​
Can we agree on that, at least?

Before we dive in, I wanna know:

Where are you in your small biz journey?​
Still figuring it out? Side hustle vibes? Just trying to make extra cash?

I got you.

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Here’s a lil’ video breaking down some unconventional (and kind of wild) side hustles you’ve probably never considered. Oh, and YES, you need an email list to get these hustles poppin’ fast. Let’s not play.

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Business Ideas, Partnerships, Press Opportunities

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Real Strategies from Brands We’re Obsessed With

Pssst, Lead with Customers, Not Just Influencers

Don’t Be Like Poppi​
Poppi’s flashy vending machine stunt flopped,32 influencers got custom machines, but customers got left out. The backlash? It felt out-of-touch and wasteful.

Do This Instead​
Focus on customer-led campaigns: spotlight real buyers, use their feedback, and create shareable moments for everyday fans. It builds trust, drives loyalty, and stretches your budget way further than one-off influencer hype.

See ya next week!

MD Marketing

Wanna say hi, collaborate or have a question email me hi@mamasdinero.com

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