Marketing Misconceptions, Owning Your Content, and Avoiding Marketing Scams: A Guide for Small Creative Businesses
Marketing for small creative businesses is often misunderstood. Many business owners think marketing equals direct sales or fall for flashy promises like MLMs, high-ticket coaching funnels, or “free” masterclasses. At Modern Social, we believe marketing starts differently: with your audience, your data, and your story. This post shows you how to avoid common pitfalls, build a solid marketing foundation, and grow your business sustainably.
How Expertise, Strategy, and Purpose Drive Real Digital Brand Growth
The story behind Modern Social. Modern Social was born from experience, expertise, and purpose.
After nearly a decade working in marketing and social media, spanning fiction and nonfiction books, publishers, authors, artists, and various brands, Ashley Durrer has extensive experience in content strategy, social media management, digital marketing, and paid advertising across platforms like META, Instagram, Facebook, and more. She knows what it takes to grow visibility, engagement, and measurable results for diverse brands.
Marketing Near Me in Santa Monica, CA — Support for Retail, Creatives, and Nonprofits
Need marketing support in Santa Monica? I support retail shops, nonprofits, artists, and writers with daily or weekly social media, content creation, and brand strategy. I work remotely but can meet in person for our first session to understand your business or creative project.
Marketing Near Me in Lynn, MA — Daily or Weekly Marketing Support for Retail
If you’re a retail business in Lynn and have been searching for “marketing near me in Lynn, MA,” you’re in the right place. I work directly with shops and boutiques that need daily or weekly marketing support, primarily remotely, but I’m happy to meet you in person for our first session at your store.
My mission is simple: help you stay consistent, visible, and connected to your customers — without adding stress to your day.
Looking for Marketing Near Me in Saugus, MA? You’re in the Right Place.
I’m excited to share that I’m now offering in-person marketing and strategy sessions right here in Saugus, MA! If you’ve been searching for “marketing near me in Saugus, MA,” I’d love to help you strengthen your brand, simplify your social media, and create a strategy that actually works for your business.
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