Actually Social

05/25/2026

DAY 5: GO BE AMAZING

OK… last one.

I friggin’ loved watching this challenge take off!.

So many people showed up.
So many people encouraged each other.
And honestly? Some of us needed those reminders more than we probably realized.

So let’s wrap this up with a big one:

What’s one thing you’re ready to stop talking yourself out of?

Speaking up?
Speaking in public?
Showing your face on camera?
Posting the thing?
Taking up space?
Raising your prices?
Trying something new?
Actually going after what you want?

Drop it below 👇

Then ... (you know what to do) go encourage (tag) somebody else who you think is ready to stop playing small, too.

Go be amazing.

05/23/2026

DAY 3: GO BE AMAZING CHALLENGE

It sure seems like life has been “life-ing” lately. Are you feeling that too?

I know a lot of us are feeling like we have too much to do, not enough time, and most definitely not enough bandwidth.

Fun fact: that’s a big part of what this challenge is about.

We hear:
“Be consistent!”
“Show up!”
“Post 47 times a day!”

But showing up doesn’t have to look perfect. And it should never come before your REAL life.

So for the Day 3 challenge:

What’s something you’ve handled lately that took more strength than people probably realize?

Chances are, someone else needs to read it too… so tag someone who could use a little positivity right now.

Go be amazing.

05/19/2026

DAY TWO: GO BE AMAZING

Tag a friend or a business owner you genuinely admire.

Not because they’re “successful.”

But because of how they show up.
How they treat people.
How they keep going.
How they make others feel.

Tell us why.

The internet could use a little more genuine support and a little less comparison.

Go be amazing.

05/19/2026

DAY ONE: GO BE AMAZING

Here we go ...

We’re starting simple.

Tell me one thing you’re proud of right now.

Big. Small. Personal. Business. Doesn’t matter.

Maybe you finally posted that Reel.
Maybe you made it through a crappy Monday.
Maybe you’re building something quietly behind the scenes.
OR, maybe you simply survived today.

It all counts. Let's celebrate YOU!

Drop yours below, and then go hype up someone else in the comments.
(Don't worry, I'll go first)

Because sometimes people just need a reminder that they’re doing better than they think they are.

Go be amazing.

05/18/2026

I shared a reel from Aletha Crimmins on my stories the other day.

It was a simple reminder to pick your crown back up, put it back on, and keep going.

What I didn’t expect was the response.

I received more messages from that one share than I have from any story in a long time.

And every single one said the same four words:

“I needed this today.”

Every. Single. One.

And all of those messages came from female business owners.

I’m glad I could share something that landed…

But if that many of us needed that reminder, then maybe it’s something we need more often.

So…

Starting tomorrow, I’m kicking off a 5-day “Go Be Amazing” Challenge.

Nothing complicated.
Nothing scary.
Nothing polished.

Just simple reminders to show up for ourselves, support each other, and remember who we are a little more often.

If you’re in, drop a “I’m in” below.

Let’s spend the next five days hyping each other up instead of tearing ourselves down.

Go be amazing.

05/14/2026

I love it when other people recognize how amazing our clients are!

Also, if you haven't checked out Mandy's Wine Bar, you are seriously missing out!!!

AZDCMA MEMBER "VENUE" OF THE WEEK ~ Mandy's Wine Bar

This week, we’re proud to spotlight one of Maricopa’s favorite gathering places!

More than just a wine bar, Mandy’s was built with one mission in mind:

Creating a place where community gathers.

Owner Amanda “Mandy” Atler brought her passion for people, food, wine, and hospitality together to create an elevated yet welcoming dining experience right here in Maricopa. Inspired by travel, culture, and connection, Mandy’s offers incredible food, wine, craft cocktails, coffee, and a space designed to bring people together.

But what makes Mandy’s especially meaningful to us at AZDCMA?

🎶 They support local Arizona artists and provide a stage for live music in the community.

Venues like Mandy’s help keep Arizona country music growing by giving local musicians a place to share their talent and connect with fans. Whether you’re looking for date night, girls’ night, a relaxing evening with friends, or great live music paired with amazing food and drinks — Mandy’s Wine Bar deserves a spot on your list.

Want to learn more about Mandy’s story, Amanda’s vision, their amazing menu, rewards program, events calendar, and why this venue is becoming such a special part of the Maricopa community?

👉 Read our full AZDCMA spotlight blog on Mandy’s Wine Bar here: https://www.azdcma.com/news-blog/azdcma-member-venue-of-the-week-mandys-wine-bar-where-community-great-food-and-arizona-music-come-together-in-maricopa

05/01/2026

True story:

I was doing social media marketing before social media marketing was a thing.

But now, I get to pick and choose who I work with.

Want to see if we’re a good fit? LMK in the comments and I’ll send you the link to book a chat with me.

04/19/2026

Getting this random shout out was such a wonderful surprise!

Shoutout to and Shannon Kleinjans for helping local brands and businesses show up with confidence and connection online. In a world where social media can feel overwhelming, having someone who truly understands strategy, storytelling, and community makes all the difference.

If you’re a small business owner trying to grow your presence, this is your reminder that you don’t have to figure it out alone. Local talent like Shannon is here to help you get seen, get consistent, and actually connect with your audience.

Let’s keep supporting the people who support our local economy. Have you worked with Actually Social yet?

04/16/2026

YIKES!

This is scary. And it happened right here in Maricopa.

Not a big brand.
Not some random account.

Someone people know and trust.

Kevin, who runs the Copa Farmers Market, recently had his Facebook account hacked. Scammers used his profile and the pages connected to it to post fake listings and collect money.

Someone in our community lost $3,000.

He was completely locked out.
Password, phone number, email tied to the account… all changed.

That is so scary for a business owner relying on socials to reach their community!

It’s the kind of thing most business owners don’t think about… until it’s too late.

Your personal profile is the key to your business page.

If that gets compromised, everything connected to it can be affected.

Your page.
Your audience.
Your ability to communicate.

This is why proper setup matters.

More than one admin on your page
Business Manager set up the right way
Backup access
2FA actually turned on
Verification if you can get it

If your social media disappeared tomorrow, how would you reach your people? Even with the right setup, access can disappear. What do you do?

You need an email list.

Because your email list is yours.

No platform. No lockout. No starting over.

One more thing.

If you see a post that feels off or too good to be true, pause. Reach out directly before sending money.
If you’re not sure your setup is solid or you’ve been putting off your email list, now’s the time to fix that.

I get it. Social media marketing can be scary.
Actually Social takes the fear out of marketing your business online.

Want to learn more about how to protect your relationship with your community? Drop me a DM. Or better yet, an email, and I’ll add you to my email list.

[email protected]

The Copa Farmers Market organizer is warning residents after his hacked Facebook account led to scams targeting locals.

02/06/2026

Hey Maricopa!

Looking for a FUN place to work? Mandy's Wine Bar is looking for Servers and Bartenders.

Serving experience and ready to level up? Come refine your hospitality skills with us at Mandy’s Wine Bar. 🥂

https://payroll.toasttab.com/jobs/mandyswinebar/default/V/NzA2Jl9fX2g9LTE3NjYzMzE3NDk=

01/30/2026

Did you get the new Book of Faces profile design yet?

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