<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Elevate - Brand Development]]></title><description><![CDATA[Socials, Systems & Support for busy business owners wanting more structure, professionalism and growth in their business and live their best life!]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:16:58 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Plan Ahead with a Social Media Content Calendar]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the constant need to post on social media, you’re not alone. Juggling content ideas, posting schedules, and engagement can quickly become chaotic. But what if I told you there’s a way to bring order to the madness? That’s where a solid plan and a smart system come into play. Today, I’m diving into how you can plan ahead with a social media content calendar  to streamline your marketing content organization and boost your brand’s presence. Imagine having your...]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/plan-ahead-with-a-social-media-content-calendar</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f5f070a6f2484f3c9b1232</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:18:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_1caa2ad38acb4a778f7d13c609f48518~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enhance Brand Visibility with Social Media Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Building a strong brand presence online is no longer optional. It’s essential. But how do you cut through the noise? How do you make your...]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/enhance-brand-visibility-with-social-media-management</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ecb595cff9c06b824a0b94</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:33:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_5846d3d0865246c78d336c4a7e188caf~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transform Your Online Presence with Web Design]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your website is often the first impression people get of your business. Whether you run a fitness studio, a wellness brand, or a creative...]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/transform-your-online-presence-with-web-design</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e9119215335a80a82cf720</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:02:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_fcca8e2e86284ce68901846892c2472b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why I’m Absolutely Obsessed with the Elevate Brand Academy]]></title><description><![CDATA[I know the power of a strong brand.
It can be the difference between blending in… and becoming unforgettable. But how do you get it right?]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/why-i-m-absolutely-obsessed-with-the-elevate-brand-academy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e68b4e3e07638762dd3cf2</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:09:54 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Business vs. Brand: Why One Thrives and the Other Flops]]></title><description><![CDATA[You could have a business without a brand. But you cannot have a brand without a business. But the thing is, businesses without brands don’t last! So what's the difference?]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/business-vs-brand-why-one-thrives-and-the-other-flops</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c2e2fc375b48ad52e5da82</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Social Media]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:58:12 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Future of AI &#38; the Revival of Human Connection: Why Now Is the Time to Show Up in Real Life - Human connection is becoming priceless.]]></title><description><![CDATA[As AI begins to automate tasks, speed up our systems, and make our online world more efficient than ever before… something quietly beautiful is starting to happen - Human connection is becoming priceless.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/ai-and-human-connection</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68922d0a70d5fdc372e7b36f</guid><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 16:24:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_27a8b3ffcf504a3c9c78a65c6f0db1eb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are You an Award-Winning Business… Or Are You Hiding?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s this moment I’ve seen over and over again. A business owner sits across from me—brilliant, talented, full of potential—and says:
“I just don’t want to look like I’m showing off.”
Sound familiar?
Maybe you’ve thought it too.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/are-you-an-award-winning-business</link><guid isPermaLink="false">685a8ccc7d1366099bbd5fbb</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Social Media]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:43:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_28fbd0329eae4220b603b4c2e6c02681~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What the Hell Is a Funnel – and Why You 100% Need One]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’re running a business — especially online — you need a funnel. Because without one, your business relies 100% on you.

]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/what-is-a-funnel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6814efd7a1d29689527bc509</guid><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 17:29:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2969486719904e41854bc9a7773bbd19.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s Going On with TikTok in the US (and Why Everyone’s Talking About RedNote and BlueSky)]]></title><description><![CDATA[TikTok facing a possible ban in the U.S? Yes, that’s right. The app that’s been your go-to for video content could be coming to an end!]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/tiktok-ban</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67899d0990cfc25db2720cc8</guid><category><![CDATA[Social Media]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:16:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_49f30bf9ec9f4d0d9922021b240dfc93~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Okay to Want Money (And To Say So Out Loud)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The whole “money can’t buy happiness” line is well-meaning, but it’s missing the point.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/it-s-okay-to-want-money-and-to-say-so-out-loud</link><guid isPermaLink="false">671c1fba5dc0eddc3331b30d</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 22:54:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_70db763483034410a15d75dce92c27e9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Growing a Business as a Busy Parent: The Struggles, The Growth, and The Power of Your Tribe]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a mum growing a business, I know all too well the struggles, the insecurities, and that constant mum guilt in the back of your mind.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/growing-a-business-as-a-busy-parent-the-struggles-the-growth-and-the-power-of-your-tribe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">670ad3ce37b3f5baaa58e153</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 12 Oct 2024 20:12:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_64b84e9a4d37458c931e8cac1d716db6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The ‘Know, Like and Trust’ Factor in your business marketing]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to growing a successful business, the strength of your relationships can often determine your success. Know, like and trust!]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/know-like-and-trust</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f5d837b4de65236522b3e9</guid><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Social Media]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 22:08:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_9abfe77334f647fd933fd8a951f5d746~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taking Care of Yourself as a Business Owner: Why It’s Time to Put Down the Hustle Badge and Pick Up a Pillow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ah, the entrepreneur life! You've got the vision, the passion, the drive—and apparently, you're also running on four hours of sleep, cold...]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/taking-care-of-yourself-as-a-business-owner-why-it-s-time-to-put-down-the-hustle-badge-and-pick-up</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66ce5c99c5a135e34eb03302</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:26:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c4f9f2fa280a47b5a8ac79d52721635b.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why a Marketing and Social Media Strategy is Crucial for Success]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simply posting content sporadically without a clear marketing strategy can often do more harm than good. Here's how and why planning helps…]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/why-a-marketing-and-social-media-strategy-is-crucial</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66ce44faf4925891a54d1a03</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[Social Media]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 21:45:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c2f0b7280953414496944628fcf4506c.jpg/v1/fit/w_509,h_339,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Feeling Unmotivated to Get Back to Business After a Holiday?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Regaining your motivation doesn’t have to be difficult. With the right mindset and some practical strategies, you can smoothly return.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/feeling-unmotivated-to-get-back-to-business-after-a-holiday</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66be65046cb48256484a9543</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 20:45:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_39c345fbe2d949138ca2d0afc27f01ed~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surrounding Yourself with Positive People Will Unlock Your True Potential!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you know, you could be far more successful if you cut out the negativity and surround yourself with positive people?]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/surrounding-yourself-with-positive-people</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6693cdc27a5489833a6badc4</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jul 2024 13:25:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_b8f678d0891e4b7ebf74176c49d43268~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_828,h_828,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The facts and the nitty gritty of hiring a social media manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[The importance of a strong online presence cannot be overstated proving the undeniable value of hiring a social media manager.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/the-facts-and-the-nitty-gritty-of-hiring-a-social-media-manager</link><guid isPermaLink="false">664d16903477ac1e6e405d96</guid><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Social Media]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 20:07:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_f1120f9a6c4441b79ccacfa37f5b5baa~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ethical Importance of Investing in Quality Virtual Assistants and Social Media Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Elevate, we firmly believe in the importance of investing in quality skills, paying them ethically and equally. Here's why.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/the-ethical-importance-of-investing-in-quality-virtual-assistants-and-social-media-management</link><guid isPermaLink="false">662943e69fab084ff6f56ce7</guid><category><![CDATA[Virtual Assistant]]></category><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><category><![CDATA[small business]]></category><category><![CDATA[Productivity]]></category><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2024 10:28:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_afff28a32c4a49e29ea2ed7594a3d331~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_958,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hiring a Virtual Assistant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finding the right VA requires careful consideration and planning. 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Here is why you  should stop using AI in your captions.]]></description><link>https://www.jesskeene.co.uk/post/stop-using-ai-in-your-social-media-captions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6622ea2c6d08c6f0ea033aa4</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2024 14:55:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/acb54e_08a7c019c89b4aa089a47621edebe4d9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_850,h_315,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jess Keene</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>