by Stephen Robinson | Mar 19, 2025 | AI, Branding, Facebook, Instagram, Social Media
The rise of AI-generated content is changing the social media landscape, but for now, and likely for the next few years, real, authentic content still wins. Consumers are drawn to genuine, behind-the-scenes moments that showcase the real people and stories behind a...
by Stephen Robinson | Mar 13, 2025 | Facebook, Instagram, Social Media
For small businesses, attracting local customers is essential for growth, and social media ads provide one of the most effective ways to do it. Platforms like Facebook and Instagram offer powerful targeting options that allow you to reach people in your area who are...
by Stephen Robinson | Mar 11, 2025 | Facebook, Instagram, Lead Generation, Social Media, Targeting
At SMR Social, we specialise in running high-performance social media advertising campaigns that generate real results for small businesses. One of our latest success stories involves a kids football training facility in Feltham, UK, which hired us to improve its...
by Stephen Robinson | Mar 6, 2025 | Content, Facebook, Instagram, Social Media
Running a giveaway on social media is one of the most effective and affordable ways to boost brand awareness, increase engagement, and attract new customers. A well-planned contest encourages users to interact with your brand, share your content, and introduce your...
by Stephen Robinson | Mar 4, 2025 | Facebook, Instagram, Social Media, TikTok
A great social media post isn’t just about the image or video, it’s also about the caption. A well-crafted caption can grab attention, encourage interaction, and even drive sales. For small businesses, writing compelling social media captions is an essential...
by Stephen Robinson | Feb 13, 2025 | Facebook, Instagram, Social Media
Many small businesses focus on growing their follower count, believing that a higher number means greater success on social media. However, engagement (likes, comments, shares, and interactions) is a far more valuable metric. A highly engaged audience is more likely...