Social Without the Spiral
How to Use This Guide
Full Guide Overview
The Social Ecosystem Map
Glossary
Start here
Intro
Why Social Feels Awful
What Actually Matters
Minimum Viable Presence
Weekly Rhythm
Foundation
Foundation
Profile Checklist
Brand Basics
Persona and Audience
Messaging Pillars
Voice and Tone
Bio, Links, and CTAs
Content
Content
Pillars and Themes
Formats Without Burnout
Repurposing One Idea
Batching and Scheduling
What Not to Post
Platforms
Platforms
Choose Your Platforms
LinkedIn
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube
X (Twitter)
Settings
Settings
Privacy and Visibility
Account Security
Notifications and Boundaries
Accessibility and Captions
Cross-Posting Traps
Profile Photo and Banner
Measure
Measure
Vanity vs Useful Metrics
Monthly Review
When to Change Nothing
Feedback Loops
Templates
Templates
Messaging Worksheet
Profile Audit
Content Calendar
Monthly Review Sheet
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Social Without the Spiral
How to Use This Guide
Full Guide Overview
The Social Ecosystem Map
Glossary
Start here
Intro
Why Social Feels Awful
What Actually Matters
Minimum Viable Presence
Weekly Rhythm
Foundation
Foundation
Profile Checklist
Brand Basics
Persona and Audience
Messaging Pillars
Voice and Tone
Bio, Links, and CTAs
Content
Content
Pillars and Themes
Formats Without Burnout
Repurposing One Idea
Batching and Scheduling
What Not to Post
Platforms
Platforms
Choose Your Platforms
LinkedIn
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube
X (Twitter)
Settings
Settings
Privacy and Visibility
Account Security
Notifications and Boundaries
Accessibility and Captions
Cross-Posting Traps
Profile Photo and Banner
Measure
Measure
Vanity vs Useful Metrics
Monthly Review
When to Change Nothing
Feedback Loops
Templates
Templates
Messaging Worksheet
Profile Audit
Content Calendar
Monthly Review Sheet
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Choose Your Platforms

A decision framework for picking one or two platforms instead of five mediocre ones.
Updated 1mo ago
Intro
LinkedIn

Choose Your Platforms

Being "everywhere" is a full-time job. You likely have a part-time budget. Choose deliberately.

Decision matrix

Score each platform 1–5 for your business:
Question
Weight
Are your buyers active here?High
Can you make native content weekly without misery?High
Does your proof format fit (text, visual, video)?Medium
Can you link to your site or book easily?Medium
Is organic reach viable for your niche?Medium
Highest total wins primary. Second place = optional secondary. Ignore the rest for 90 days.

Persona shortcut

Where does your persona already spend time? Go there first — do not plant flags on TikTok if your buyers live on LinkedIn.

Role-based defaults (starting points, not laws)

Role
Often primary
Often secondary
B2B SaaS founderLinkedInYouTube for demos
Freelance designerInstagramLinkedIn
Local caféInstagramFacebook local
Developer toolsX + LinkedInYouTube
Coach / courseYouTubeInstagram
Adjust for where you can sustain quality.

Anti-patterns

  • Choosing platform because competitor is there (they may be wrong too)
  • Choosing because you personally scroll it (you ≠ buyer)
  • Adding platform before fixing profile on current one

Exit criteria

Drop a platform if after 90 days:
  • Zero inbound conversations attributable
  • You resent every post
  • Audience is entirely wrong persona
Keep if metrics are flat but right people engage — B2B can be slow.

One-page commitment

Primary platform: Secondary (optional): Deprioritized until date: Success metric for 90 days:
Post this note where you plan content. Open your platform guide: LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X.