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Amanda Hughes is an award winning social media mentor for small business owners. She specialises in helping small business owners grow their business on Instagram and all other social media platforms. This show delivers social media strategy tips on how to DIY your social media as a small business owner including how to launch, grow and convert followers to paying customers. Small business growth addicts is a show for small business owners of any niche, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, content creators, online coaches, consultants and online marketers. If you want to learn how to make social media easy, fun and profitable, you’re in the right place! We’ll cover the answer to questions like: *How to confidently sell on social media? *How to set up a brand new Instagram account *How to post about your guises during challenging worldwide times *How to stay consistent on social media when no one is engaging And more

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May 25, 202627 min

How to Get Free PR for Your Small Business

Think PR is only for celebrities, huge brands, or businesses with massive budgets? Nope.In this remixed “old but gold” episode of The Growth Addicts Podcast, I’m joined by Chartered PR expert and ex-TV reporter Jane Griffin to break down how small business owners can start getting featured in the press without hiring an expensive PR agency.We’re talking simple DIY PR strategies, how to pitch your story confidently, what journalists are actually looking for, and why your business is probably far more interesting than you think.If you’ve ever said: “Who would even care about my story?” …this episode is for you.Chartered PR Expert | PR Coach | Ex-TV ReporterWith over 30 years of experience in the industry, Jane helps small business owners take the mystery out of PR and feel confident putting themselves and their business out there.Grab Jane’s free PR eBookConnect with Jane on Instagram: @janegriffinprSend us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

May 18, 2026Episode 7032 min

Signs of burnout and practical tips and advice to help

Not been feeling yourself lately? Tired? Losing the joy in things you used to love? These could be signs of chronic stress aka burnout.Burnout is a real problem amongst small business owners and we need to talk about it. Join me (Amanda Hughes) and my guest Lauren Young Psychotherapist at The Burnout Therapist as we talk all things burnout for small business owners. Lauren knows all too well how burnout can affect small business owners and so today we talk about how to recognise the signs of burnout and importantly, how to avoid burnout in your business.Lauren can be found on Instagram @the.burnout.therapistSend us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

May 11, 2026Episode 6928 min

Manage Your Time as a Small Business Owner

Something I discuss often with small business owners is time management.How are you doing it all?Spoiler, none of us are doing it all, we're doing our best!In this episode I'm joined by Sarah Stewart, Time Management Coach, who is going to crack the nut of time management right open. Giving up practical tips and advice as to how we can best manage out time as small business owners.Send us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

May 4, 2026Episode 6832 min

Work With Your Menstrual Cycle

Have you noticed there are some days and weeks of the months where you're more focused on your business than others?Some days where content creation comes naturally and some weeks where you'd rather live in a cave for the rest of your life than show up on video but, you can fire out emails like it's an Olympic sport?That's not a fluke, it's likely your menstrual cycle at work!I crack this subject wide open in todays old but gold episode with Renae Fieck. Let's get you working alongside your menstrual cycle instead of against it.Connect with Renae Fieck on Instagram hereSend us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

April 27, 2026Episode 6715 min

Views on Instagram Are the Least Important Metric for Small Business Success

Most small business owners measure social media success by vanity metrics like views but what if you're actually missing the point? In this episode, I flip the script, revealing why views are a misleading benchmark and how setting your own, purpose-driven standards can transform your social media, business results and mindset.I dive deep into the mechanics behind Instagram metrics, explaining why views can be inflated and misleading and why they definitely shouldn't determine your worth. Links mentioned in this episode:60 min content planningWeird sh*t postEasy social media strategySend us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

April 20, 2026Episode 6614 min

Instagram Stories to Build Connection and Make Sales

Wondering what to post on Instagram Stories… or if they’re even worth your time?If you’ve been focusing on Reels and grid posts but completely ignoring Stories, this episode is your wake-up call.I’m breaking down exactly what Instagram Stories are, who actually sees them (hint: they're like an exclusive hotline) and why they’re one of the most powerful tools you have for building trust and making sales on social media.Simple. Repeatable. And actually works.Send us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

April 13, 2026Episode 6517 min

Do Follower Numbers Even Matter Anymore?

Do you really need thousands of followers to grow a successful business on social media.. or has that idea completely changed?In this episode, I'm unpacking what your social media follower count actually means in 2026 and why it might not be the trust signal it once was.If you’ve ever felt imposter syndrome because your follower count isn’t where you think it “should” be… this will take the pressure right off.Send us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

April 6, 2026Episode 6410 min

A Low Energy Plan to Stay Consistent on Social Media

Kids are sick, you’re run down, your brain’s not braining… but your business still needs to show up?If you’ve ever stared at your social apps on your phone thinking “I just can’t today” this episode is for you. Maybe you're a busy mum (Heyyyy!) and on days like this you just haven't a clue what to post on Instagram.I’m sharing simple, realistic content ideas you can use to still be consistent on social media like Instagram, Facebook etc on those low energy days. They don’t require loads of creativity, time, or effort… but still keep your business visible on social media and moving forward.Send us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

March 30, 2026Episode 6313 min

Introduce Yourself on Instagram

Staring at a blank screen trying to write a (what should be!) simple introduction post on Instagram?Overthinking the photo… what to say… how personal to go… and whether anyone even cares?Or maybe you’ve been meaning to do one for ages… but keep putting it off?You’re not alone.In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to create an introduction post for your business that actually works without the overwhelm, awkwardness, or overthinking.Plus, I’ll share the introduction post that went viral for me, and why it worked!If you’ve been putting this off, this episode will help you finally get it done (and actually enjoy it too)As always, if you want to get support to grow your business on socials, we're saving you a seat in GSGS! Join us hereSend us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts

March 23, 202614 min

Facebook Groups - How to use them to grow your business

Trying to grow your small business on Facebook group but getting nothing back?Dropping your link in Facebook groups and hearing crickets?In this episode, I’m breaking down how to actually grow your business using Facebook groups especially when you’re using other people’s Facebook groups to reach your ideal clients.If you’re sitting in Facebook groups thinking “my ideal clients are all here… so why am I not getting any sales?” this one’s for you.This is your reminder that Facebook groups are still one of the most powerful tools for small business growth… when you know how to use them properly!Send us Fan MailThe Small Business Community: An online membership community for small business owners to learn, connect and grow Learn moreConnect with Amanda on Instagram: @amandahughes.ukGrowth Addicts Show Notes: Read the blog + grab freebies + guest linksExclusive Discounts: Exclusive discounts on Amanda’s favourite small business tools & services → See discounts