Stop Linking Out: The DM Automation Fix ...

If you’re still telling people to “click the link in bio,” you might be losing sales. In this powerful Fast-Fix Friday episode, host Michelle Thames breaks down why DM automation is outperforming traditional links—and exactly how to use it to convert more leads and boost engagement on Instagram.

Michelle shares:

• The psychology behind why “comment to buy” works
• A 3-step strategy to set up keyword-triggered DMs (without being techy)
• Real examples for coaches, product-based brands, and service providers
• How to hack the IG algorithm using DMs

• The secret to turning your content into a 24/7 lead machine

Plus, get her Done-for-You DM Automation Mini-Kit—with pre-written templates you can plug into ManyChat or Meta’s native tools for just $10.

If you’re tired of low clicks and zero conversions, this episode is your sign to stop linking out—and start closing inside the DMs.

🧩 Resources Mentioned:

• 💬 DM Automation Mini-Kit – $10 Templates
• 🧠 Power Hour: IG Audit & Fix Session

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• Instagram: @michellelthames
• Threads: @michellelthames
• LinkedIn: Michelle L Thames
• YouTube: Michelle L Thames
• Podcast: Social Media Decoded

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