90 Days in: What I Built, What I Learned, and What Comes Next
Ninety days ago, I took one of the biggest leaps of my life launching Carnes Agency. It’s been a fast-moving, faith-filled, purpose-driven season that’s challenged me, stretched me, and reminded me just how much can change in three short months. It’s been an incredible whirlwind of learning, growth, and surprises! As I look back, here […]
Why the Best Marketers Have Stopped Marketing on Social Media
Let’s talk about something that sounds completely backwards at first: The best way to grow your business on social media is to stop trying to sell anything. I know what you’re thinking – that sounds crazy, right? But here’s what I’ve been watching play out over and over again. The brands absolutely crushing it right […]
Outdated Branding = Red Flag: If Your Look Feels Stuck in the ’90s, People Assume Your Thinking Is, Too
Even in 2025, with all the tools and resources we have available to us, I’m still seeing it from time to time: a brand that looks like it’s stuck in the dial-up era. Perhaps it’s because the owner or founder is “too busy” to make a change. Doesn’t know where to begin. Or their business […]
Can You Tell When Your Favorite CEO Uses AI? (Spoiler: Yes.)
This week, I saw a prominent industry CEO post something meaningful on LinkedIn. The photos were great… real people, real moments. But the words? Flat. Generic. Painfully obvious AI. What’s interesting is that the post still got great engagement, but after reading it… the real people and real moments were sabotaged by hollow thoughts that […]
Hospitality Leaders, You’re Built for LinkedIn’s New Era
I’ve been wanting share something that’s been quietly shifting under our noses: the way LinkedIn actually works in 2025. I’ve found this shift to be truly fascinating. LinkedIn’s algorithm has completely flipped the script, and honestly? This change is amazing news for those of us in hospitality who understand that real relationships matter more than […]