The Social Dialogue

We're a mother/daughter team both working in the world of social media management. Join us as we share our different perspectives on life today, including trends, fashion, friendships and career, and how social media impacts it all. Together, we bring two perspectives to one conversation.

The Social Dialogue is a society podcast hosted by Shane & Jenna, with 36 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Shane & Jenna hosts The Social Dialogue, a society show with 36 episodes published.

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  The Social Dialogue

  How to Lead Like a Coach, with guest Suzanne Sitrin

  Aug 18, 202630 min

  This week's Great Big Client Conversation features Suzanne Sitrin, founder of Blue Birch Consulting and a leadership coach for more than 30 years. Suzanne has been a Big Voice Social client for a few years, and this conversation is packed with the same coaching wisdom she gives her own clients. Shane and Suzanne dig into what actually separates good leaders from bad ones: setting clear expectations up front, running real one-to-ones instead of annual-review ambushes, and building the emotional intelligence that research shows matters more than IQ for leadership success. Suzanne breaks down her "ask and listen" philosophy, why "busy is not a metric," and how companies set new leaders up to fail by promoting great individual contributors without ever teaching them how to lead people. They also talk through the real gaps between Gen Z employees and the leaders managing them, and what both sides can do to close them. Whether you're a first-time manager or you've been leading teams for decades, this one is full of practical, no-fluff advice you can use immediately. Guest: Suzanne Sitrin, Blue Birch Consulting (bluebirchconsulting.com) Topics: leadership development, one-to-ones vs. annual reviews, emotional intelligence, onboarding, Gen Z in the workplace, building a thought leadership brand Need help with your company's social media? Reach out at bigvoicesocial.com.

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  The Social Dialogue

  Listen Again: The business of sorority recruitment, with guest Sloan Anderson

  Aug 11, 202645 min

  Sorority recruitment can feel overwhelming, confusing, and at times, really upsetting. In this episode, Shane and Jenna sit down with Sloan Anderson, sorority recruitment consultant and founder of Getting the Bid , to talk about what’s really missing from traditional recruitment advice - and what girls actually need to know heading into the process. Sloan shares her own challenging sorority recruitment experience, how outdated resources left her feeling unprepared, and why she created Getting the Bid as a modern, realistic resource for potential new members. Together, they dive into the importance of preparation that goes beyond outfits - focusing instead on networking, conversation skills, confidence, and finding a chapter that truly fits. If you (or your daughter) are approaching sorority recruitment, this episode offers honest insight, practical tips, and reassurance that you’re not alone in feeling nervous - and that the right preparation can make all the difference. Our advice? If you're getting ready to participate in this process and you have no idea what you're doing, trust us: you've never been through something like this before. Get someone who can advise you with solid information and take the stress out of it. If either of us were to go through it again, we'd be on the phone to Sloan at Getting the Bid right now. ✨ What You’ll Hear in This Episode Sloan’s personal sorority recruitment story Why so much recruitment advice feels outdated The inspiration behind Getting the Bid Why networking matters more than most people realize How practicing conversations boosts confidence Preparing in a realistic (not perfect) way What “finding the right fit” really means Keywords sorority life, recruitment, personal experience, modern resources, networking, blog, advice, college life, confidence, getting the bid Reach Sloan directly at her website: https://www.gettingthebid.com/ Or connect with her on Instagram @gettingthebid Need help with your company's social media? Reach out at bigvoicesocial.com.

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  Workflows that Work, with guest Ronna Belinky

  Aug 4, 202632 min

  Ever feel like your to-do list is setting you up to fail? This week Shane sits down with Ronna Belinky, founder of Workflows by Ronna, to talk overwhelm, productivity, and why the system that works for your best friend might be wrong for you. Ronna built her business on a simple idea: teach the process, let people pick their own tool. She and Shane get into monthly vs. weekly planning, why "morning brain" and "evening brain" are not the same person, time blocking around your energy cycles, and the checklist habits Ronna carried over from her years working in TV sitcom production (Will & Grace included). They also swap stories on parenting two very different planners under one roof, and Ronna opens up about how uncomfortable she was showing up on social media when she started her business, and what finally got her in front of the camera. Guest: Ronna Belinky, Workflows by Ronna Topics: productivity systems, time management, task planning, energy cycles, checklists, small business social media Need help with your company's social media? Reach out at bigvoicesocial.com.

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  Gen Z Catch Up, with Guest Rachel Applefield (and Jenna's back!)

  Jul 28, 202628 min

  Shane and Jenna are back after a summer break, and this time they're not alone. Rachel Applefield — the guest everyone remembers from November — returns to the podcast after spending her entire summer living in Shane's basement between her first and second year of law school. What started as a favor between friends turned into Rachel basically becoming a second daughter, complete with her own Love Island debriefs, Pilates recommendations, and a framed photo status in the family. Meanwhile, Jenna checks in from her new life as an official New Yorker: her top three restaurants, how she landed a second job at a Pilates studio job on day one, walking everywhere, and what it actually looks like to support yourself post-grad with two part-time jobs instead of the traditional "one job, off the payroll" plan parents picture. In this episode: how Rachel landed the perfect law internship through a quick phone call, the reality of the post-grad job hunt, Love Island and Call Her Daddy hot takes, and what it's really like when your kid's close friend becomes your friend too. Rate, review, and share if you enjoyed this one. Follow along on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube. Looking to up your social media marketing efforts? Reach out to Big Voice Social at bigvoicesocial.com Need help with your company's social media? Reach out at bigvoicesocial.com.

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  Listen again! Building Community Around a Brand - with guest Meredith Buchwald

  Jul 20, 202633 minS2

  When Shane gets on a fandom bandwagon, she is literally driving the bus. From day 1 of learning about the jewelry and the woman behind the brand, she was hooked. And she got Jenna hooked too. In this engaging conversation, Meredith Buchwald, founder of MB Styles, shares her journey of launching a successful jewelry business during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses the importance of authenticity in social media marketing, the challenges of scaling her business, and the significance of building a community around her brand. Meredith also highlights her collaborations with influencers and her future plans for MB Styles, emphasizing the need for genuine connections in the entrepreneurial world. Takeaways Meredith launched MB Styles during the COVID-19 pandemic as a response to her desire to create something meaningful. Her background in design and merchandising played a crucial role in her business journey. Authenticity is key in social media marketing; showing up as your true self resonates with audiences. Building a community around her brand has been essential for growth and customer loyalty. Meredith emphasizes the importance of finding genuine influencers to promote her brand. She faced challenges in scaling her business but learned to delegate and seek help. Collaborations with influencers like Sunny and Jen have been pivotal for MB Styles' visibility. Meredith's connection with Bethany Frankel opened new opportunities for her brand. She is exploring new product lines, including clothing, to expand MB Styles. The brand's success is measured by repeat customers and their love for the products. Keywords MB Styles, jewelry, entrepreneurship, social media, authenticity, influencer marketing, business growth, women empowerment, fashion, community, Sunny and Jenn Looking to up your social media marketing efforts? Reach out to Big Voice Social at bigvoicesocial.com Need help with your company's social media? Reach out at bigvoicesocial.com.

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