Drumroll Please... Announcing The Most Liked Instagram Photo from The Profit Goddess!

It's the end of the year and everyone loves a countdown or top 10 list... or both! So that's what we're doing this week. We're giving a recap and counting down to our most liked Instagram photo, although we shortened the list to our top 6. Because these are the images and quotes our followers liked the most, we thought it would be interesting — and hopefully worthwhile — to revisit them a second time.

Test your social media savvy: MySpace vs. Instagram?

Hmmm, tough one! OK, not really. I'm gonna guess you don't think MySpace is still a big thing. So what is it about Instagram and other social media that's so great? Well, I'll start with the super obvious: You can reach a really wide audience. (Like I said, so obvious!) That audience could be your existing customers, or those who know about you, but have yet to hire you or make a purchase. It could also be people who've never even heard of you, but, thanks to the magic of the Internet, are just a few clicks away from discovering you. And when they do, naturally, you want to make sure that they're intrigued enough to check you out. Kinda like a dating site, only without the swiping!

Having a strong social media presence can drive traffic to your website, and foster loyalty with customers and clients. It'll also increase your brand recognition. All for pretty cheap! Speaking of brand recognition, when those potential customers visit your site, you want to give them a reason to "swipe right," so to speak.

It's all about the brand, baby!

Make sure your social media content reflects your brand and the image you want to convey. Maybe that means hiring someone to create the look and feel you're going for. Or sharing some quirky info about yourself and how your company got its start. (Which is exactly what I do. Have you seen it? I tell the whole crazy story, divorce included! Yes, you read that right.) Whatever you do, try to have content that lets people connect with you and your brand. Oh, I could go on and on... but I won't! For some interesting reading on using social media to your advantage, have a look at this Forbes article, check out the Social Media Examiner website, and don't miss my Social Media Tips & Tricks Pinterest Board.

Now, back to our countdown! Interestingly, several of the year's top images or quotes on The Profit Goddess! Instagram are from me (or of me, in the case of the photo!). Thank you for following The Profit Goddess! on this blog and on Instagram, and for liking our photos and images so we know what kind of content to continue posting! We want to make The Profit Goddess! social media something that enhances your week with helpful info and business tips. Also, don't miss the countdown to our most liked Instagram image for The Party Goddess! Cheers fellow business owners and here's to a great — and profitable — 2017!

Check out the summary of last week's business tips and motivational quotes from my Instagram page which you hopefully got to see in real time! If not, let's make sure we're following each other on Instagram!! So...here is this week's roundup of Instagram images of My Top Business Tips and Motivational Quotes.

Most Liked Instagram Photo – #6:

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Well there I am, reading my book! Glad to know people aren't tired of looking at my picture! This photo was originally posted as an introduction to the Jasmine Star #INSTA180 7-Day Challenge.

Most Liked Instagram Photo – #5:

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"Be a self-starter." – H. Jackson Brown Jr.

Most Liked Instagram Photo – #4:

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"The better you become at tracking, evaluating & managing your time, the more profitable you will be."

Most Liked Instagram Photo – #3:

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"Nail Your Pricing. 7 Easy Steps to Charge What You're Worth, Get More Clients & Take your Business to the Next Level, Yesterday!"

Most Liked Instagram Photo – #2:

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"Commit yourself to constant improvement." – H. Jackson Brown Jr.

And... Our #1 Most Liked Instagram Photo:

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"HEY! Looking for party & decor ideas? Follow us @The PartyGoddess." In addition to the Profit Goddess!, I also run a successful full-service event planning company called The Party Goddess! That inspired me to launch The Profit Goddess! so I can help you take your business to the next level. I'm thrilled to see that so many followers checked out The Party Goddess!... and liked what they saw!

Do you use Instagram for your business? What about other social media? I'd love to hear YOUR tips for attracting followers!

There are so many ways you can harness the power of social media to boost your online presence and your business! Which tips above did you find helpful? What's your strategy for analyzing how social media helps your business? I would LOVE to hear from you!

Anyhoo...I publish these business tips and motivational quotes to get you fired up for your work week! And, if you want more business tips, get my book, But Are You Making Any Money? or contact me. Maybe you can add my book to your reading list for 2017 for suggestions that will really take your business to the next level!

xoxo M

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