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Practical advice for shop owners, tradespeople and independents who run their own social media.
3 November 2026
Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn: which network is right for your business?
You don't need to be everywhere. Depending on your trade and your customers, one or two networks are enough. A guide to choosing where to focus your efforts.
27 October 2026
How often should a small business post on Instagram and Facebook?
Every day? Once a week? The right posting rhythm for a shop or an independent, and how to keep it up without giving up your evenings.
20 October 2026
Instagram hashtags: how to choose the right ones for a local business
Too generic and your posts drown; too rare and nobody searches for them. A simple method for choosing hashtags that bring in customers near you.
13 October 2026
Planning your Christmas posts when you run a shop: the timeline to follow
Christmas is won on social media well before 25 December. Here's what to post and when, week by week, so your customers think of you at the right moment.
8 October 2026
What to post on Instagram when you run a shop: 12 ideas that work
Never know what to post? Here are 12 simple post ideas, tried and tested by local businesses, to keep your Instagram going without giving up your evenings.
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