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Welcome The Back Nine Golf - Sayreville to the EPYK world!We can’t wait to crush grand opening with you! 👊🏼
09/11/2026

Welcome The Back Nine Golf - Sayreville to the EPYK world!

We can’t wait to crush grand opening with you! 👊🏼

Tuesday Tip: Don't put money behind content that isn't connecting.Before you throw more money at your marketing, can we ...
09/08/2026

Tuesday Tip: Don't put money behind content that isn't connecting.

Before you throw more money at your marketing, can we talk? 😂

If people aren't stopping, clicking, commenting, asking questions, or showing some kind of interest in your organic content, putting more money behind it probably isn't going to magically make it work.

We get it... you're trying to grow your business and think that getting more eyes will solve the problem.

But ads aren't magic and sometimes the problem isn't how many people are seeing your message or content. It's the message or content itself.

So before you spend the money, take a step back and look at what you're putting in front of your audience:
Is this clear?
Does it speak to the right people?
Does it actually give them a reason to stop, pay attention, or care?

More eyes and reach won't fix content that isn't connecting. So fix your message and content first. Then put the money behind it. Your marketing budget will probably thank you. 😉

So what about Beth? The real boss of EPYK Media. Let’s be real. 😂 Sometimes they say opposites attract…and if you know D...
08/30/2026

So what about Beth? The real boss of EPYK Media. Let’s be real. 😂 Sometimes they say opposites attract…and if you know Drew and Beth, there might be a little truth to that.

Beth’s path to EPYK hasn’t exactly been a straight line and that’s probably one of the reasons she brings such a unique perspective to what we do.

Raised on a farm, Beth learned pretty early that hard work was just part of life. She started teaching fitness before eventually stepping into Corporate America, where she spent nearly 10 years leading teams, managing projects, and even helping build a change management department.

Then she did something that wasn’t necessarily part of the plan. She walked away from the steady paycheck and benefits, trusting that God would lead her where she was supposed to go next. And He did.

That next chapter brought her back to teaching fitness, but also into a whole bunch of things she probably never would have predicted - working in kids ministry, helping in a family business, owning her own yoga business, diving into entrepreneurship, and eventually becoming a big part of EPYK. She’s worn A LOT of hats!

And maybe that’s why she connects so well with the people behind the businesses we work with. She knows firsthand that there usually isn’t one perfectly mapped-out path. Business and life can be exciting, messy, rewarding, stressful, and occasionally complete chaos. 🤣

At the heart of it, Beth loves people. She loves helping business owners believe in what they’re building, remember the why behind it, and trust that God is working in the details, even when the path doesn’t make perfect sense yet.

And yes, she still loves a good process, an organized spreadsheet, and having a plan.
Which comes in handy because one of her most important roles at EPYK is still keeping Drew in line. 🤭

If you guess Drew was the one who- Says, “I have an idea…” and completely derails the day?- Has 17 tabs open at once?- C...
08/25/2026

If you guess Drew was the one who
- Says, “I have an idea…” and completely derails the day?
- Has 17 tabs open at once?
- Considers caffeine an essential part of 3 meals a day?
You were spot on! 😂

Beyond these things, Drew's really passionate about helping small business owners chase the thing they started their business for in the first place.

With 15+ years working in small business, focused on brand management, digital advertising, event planning, and strategic growth, he has a knack for finding the story behind the business. Because your story is unique to you. Your brand isn't supposed to look like everyone else's.

His job is to help you find what makes your business matter, bring that story to life, and get it in front of the right people. That work has helped grow brands to more than 1M social views and 10K+ followers, and generated real community impact and fundraising through event planning and promotion.

Drew isn't your typical marketing guy. He's the guy in your corner reminding you that your business matters, your story is worth telling, and it's time to go share it.

We’ve realized that we’ve been doing a pretty good job of helping businesses grow behind the scenes… but we haven’t done...
08/20/2026

We’ve realized that we’ve been doing a pretty good job of helping businesses grow behind the scenes… but we haven’t done such a great job of sharing about the heart, soul, people, and business of EPYK.

So, hi. We’re Drew & Beth. 👋

And between the two of us, we bring a pretty unique combination of experience to the small businesses we work with.

But before we share all the business stuff here (that’s boring anyways… 😂), let’s have some fun getting to know us and maybe you’ll relate to our personalities along the way!

Who is more likely to…
- Say, “I have an idea…” and completely derail the day?
- Have 17 tabs open at once?
- Have a spreadsheet for the spreadsheet
- Consider caffeine an essential part of 3 meals a day?
- Forget to eat because they’re working?

So… who do you think is who?

3 Small Things Managers Can Do to Prevent Employee BurnoutWhen it comes to employee turnover, one phrase seems to come u...
07/30/2026

3 Small Things Managers Can Do to Prevent Employee Burnout
When it comes to employee turnover, one phrase seems to come up over and over again: burnout.

It's a challenge for nearly every small business. Limited resources, lean teams, and ambitious goals often leave employees carrying more responsibility than ever before.

The fitness industry is especially vulnerable. Membership-based businesses live in a constant cycle of attracting new members, retaining current ones, and delivering an exceptional experience every single day. It's easy for employees to feel like they're only as valuable as what they accomplished today.

The good news? Preventing burnout doesn't always require major changes. Often, it's the small, consistent actions that have the biggest impact.

1. Communicate for More Than Just Work
Take a look through your recent texts or emails with your team. Are they all about schedules, problems, or things that need to get done?

If the answer is yes, it's time to change the pattern.

Send an encouraging message on Monday morning. Share something funny that happened during your day. Call an employee just to ask how they're doing. These small moments remind your team they're valued as people…not just employees.

The goal isn't to blur the line between manager and friend. It's to make sure your name appearing on their phone doesn't automatically create anxiety.

2. Involve Your Team in the Planning Process
Your employees don't need access to every financial report, but they should understand where the business is headed.

Most small businesses have a handful of key employees who keep the day-to-day operations running. Invite them into conversations before rolling out new promotions, changing processes, or introducing new initiatives.

People naturally support what they help create.

Whether it's a monthly planning lunch, an off-site strategy session, or simply asking for their input before making decisions, involving your team builds ownership. Employees who feel heard are far more invested in helping the business succeed.

3. Make Quarterly Check-Ins Non-Negotiable
Performance reviews shouldn't be something employees dread once a year.

Quarterly check-ins create space for honest conversations before small frustrations become major problems. They allow managers to provide encouragement, recognize wins, identify roadblocks, and address signs of burnout early.

Don't make every review feel like a formal evaluation. Consider taking two of those meetings each year off-site over coffee or lunch. A different environment often leads to more open, authentic conversations and stronger relationships.

The Bottom Line
Burnout rarely happens overnight. It's usually the result of employees feeling unheard, undervalued, or disconnected over time.

The managers who retain great people aren't necessarily the ones with the biggest budgets or the fanciest perks. They're the ones who consistently invest in relationships, invite their teams into the journey, and create opportunities for honest conversation.

Small actions, repeated consistently, build strong cultures. And strong cultures keep great people around.

Something new is on the horizon for us...
07/17/2026

Something new is on the horizon for us...

Congrats to EPYK Media driver Nathan Butterfield Racing on picking up his first career win at Mississippi Thunder Speedw...
05/30/2026

Congrats to EPYK Media driver Nathan Butterfield Racing on picking up his first career win at Mississippi Thunder Speedway tonight. A long time coming!

Great job buddy!

As you start planning content for the holiday weekend, here’s a quick reminder for Memorial Day social media posting:Mem...
05/18/2026

As you start planning content for the holiday weekend, here’s a quick reminder for Memorial Day social media posting:

Memorial Day is NOT Veterans Day.

Memorial Day exists to honor and remember the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.

A few quick DO’s & DON’Ts for your social media:

✅ DO: Lead with respect
If you’re going to post, acknowledge the meaning of the day first. Even a simple message of gratitude and remembrance goes a long way.

✅ DO: Keep it thoughtful and simple
You don’t need an elaborate post. Often, the most impactful content is short, respectful, and genuine.

✅ DO: Take a moment to educate your team
If multiple people touch your social media, make sure they understand the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day.

❌ DON’T: Say “Happy Memorial Day”
While your intention may be solid, many military families view Memorial Day as a solemn day of remembrance rather than a celebration.

❌ DON’T: Treat it like just another sales holiday
“BIGGEST MEMORIAL DAY SALE EVER!!!” without acknowledging the meaning behind the day can feel tone deaf.

A better approach?
“Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We are grateful for their sacrifice.”

You can still acknowledge a sale or business times, just don’t lose sight of why the day exists.

Sometimes the best marketing move is simply showing respect. 🇺🇸

Random thought this week…Remember in Toy Story when Buzz Lightyear showed up?Buzz was the shiny new object. Cooler. New ...
05/14/2026

Random thought this week…

Remember in Toy Story when Buzz Lightyear showed up?

Buzz was the shiny new object. Cooler. New features. Flashy...and could fly!

And Woody? He started questioning where he fit.

Honestly, it made me think about business.

Every industry has a “Buzz Lightyear” moment.

New technology. New trends. AI. New competitors. New ways of doing things. The next “big thing” everyone suddenly starts talking about.

And sometimes businesses respond like Woody:

🤠 Staying the same because “this is how we’ve always done it”
🤠 Getting a little too comfortable
🤠 Watching the shiny object instead of improving what already makes them great
🤠 Forgetting to evolve

But here’s the part of the movie we forget…Woody didn’t win by trying to become Buzz Lightyear.

He evolved. He leaned into what made him valuable, adapted, and realized there was room for both.

And Andy? He never stopped loving Woody. He just valued him for different reasons.

That feels a lot like business. Trends will come and go. New tools will show up. The shiny object will always exist.

But people still value:
💡 Trust
🤝 Relationships
📈 Consistency
🔥 Great experiences
❤️ Feeling understood

You don’t have to become the shiny new toy. But you also can’t stay the same toy collecting dust on the shelf.

Stay true to what makes you different.

Just keep evolving.

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