In this follow-up conversation, Nicole sits down with Jessica Bruno to unpack the truth about building a sustainable business online — beyond the metrics and algorithms. They dive into why virality doesn’t equal success, the myths around follower growth, and how to be intentional about collaborations, leads, and content strategy.
Jessica shares practical tips on creating content that feels easy, saves time, and sparks real conversations — without resorting to cold DMs or burnout. They also explore what it really looks like when growth happens in your business and how to create momentum that lasts. It’s an honest, refreshing look at how to grow your business with strategy, alignment, and ease.
Host & guest info:
Nicole Engelmann
Nicole is a London-based personal branding photographer and videographer, working with small business owners and creatives across the UK and beyond. She’s here for the camera-shy, the visibility-dodgers, and the “I’m not photogenic” crowd - turning nerves into magic with scroll-stopping visuals that feel so you. Whether it’s in the streets of London or on a retreat in Ibiza, she’s got your best angles (and your brand) covered.
Nicole's website: www.londonbrandingphotos.com
Follow Nicole on Instagram: www.instagram.com/londonbrandingphotos
Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-engelmann
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Jessica Bruno
Jessica Bruno helps small business owners turn side hustles into full-time income by building social media strategies that are sustainable, confidence-boosting, and aligned with who they are. She encourages creators to own their personality, step into the spotlight without stress, and stop being ruled by vanity metrics. She helps designing marketing systems that convert followers into customers - especially for people who want to build without burnout.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/growwithjessbruno
