After six years of working with entrepreneurs and small business owners, I know that social media marketing can be an lonely journey, with no one to turn to for guidance. That’s where I come in — I offer the practical, no-nonsense social media training that entrepreneurs need to propel them to the finish line. To get them ahead. And, best of all, my students not only get my help, but they help each other. It’s a tight little community – there’s really no other place to go for it!
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About Liz Woods
I’m Liz Woods, mom of 4 kids, and founder of Ryemarkable Moms!
The number one question I get is, “How did you start Ryemarkable Moms?”
Before I had kids, I was an elementary school teacher, but when I had my first son in 2004, I decided to put my career on hold and become a stay-at-home mom. Over the next decade, we had another son, a daughter, and another son. These years were filled with sleepless nights, dirty diapers, time at playgrounds, and not much energy by the end of the day to do much else. And, looking back, I think I believed that I would never emerge from that stage of life.
But, in September 2017, my youngest entered kindergarten, and I nervously enrolled in classes at Manhattanville College to get re-certified to teach. I was required to teach in a classroom, take video of myself teaching, and submit the video to the state for assessment.
Major fear set in. I love to teach kids, but I have a huge fear of public speaking, especially on video–and to be assessed by the state!? I didn’t know how to take video, how to look good on camera, or how to upload videos to a computer and send them somewhere!
So I decided to try to conquer this fear.
I’d make videos at home. I’d practice.
I started by making cooking videos with my kids. We called it Mom & Me Cooking. For fun, I posted them to Youtube. By doing this, I learned how powerful of a vehicle Youtube is, and could be for spreading a positive message. My videos were being viewed by my family…and people around the world! I was conquering my fear (wow!), having fun with my kids (bonus), AND learning new skills!
That same fall, my husband and I were enjoying coffee on our back patio one beautiful fall afternoon, and I was sharing how I frustrated I was with the news coverage in our country. So much negativity! “Why are we letting negative news get in the way of our relationships with family and ruin our holidays?! Why aren’t we talking about the remarkable moms here in Rye?” I said. My husband said, “Ryemarkable.”
And I thought, “Ryemarkable Moms.” What a great idea for a video!
I’m a firm believer that if I don’t like something, I should not sit and complain. I should take action. Instead of letting negative news consume my thoughts, why don’t I take my newfound skill of making home videos and create one about the awesome moms in our town…and post them on Youtube?
My son had a tutor at the time, the very humble, extremely kind, Anne Mottola. I emailed her and asked if she would let me interview her…call it Ryemarkable Moms…and post it on Rye Moms Facebook page!?
Anne said yes…and since then, the recommendations for other moms to interview have never stopped coming!
September 9, 2024 @ 10:30 am
Social Media Toolkit for Small Business September 2024
Instructor: Liz Woods
Promoting yourself on social media is hard! It can create anxiety, fear, and feel plain icky. I know, I’m right there with you!
In this course, I will teach profitable strategies, and we will also network with other members of the class and foster a supportive community environment!
Bring your coffee and let’s get it done! Let me show you my successful and profitable strategies I’ve learned over the last six years as I’ve grown my Ryemarkable Moms business.
Week One – Marketing yourself on Instagram
Week Two – How to create Reels in Instagram
Week Three – How to use Capcut for video design
Week Four – Writing for social media – how to promote your product and use Chat GPT
This 4 week course will meet September 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th at the Rye Arts Center. Each session will run from 10:30am – noon.
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About Patricia Stark
It’s Patricia Stark’s passion to help people communicate with a calm confidence inside and out. Patricia brings her years of experience as a veteran broadcaster (WABC, Fox, PBS), as well as a SAG/AFTRA on-camera and voice over talent for over 2 decades to her coaching and training strategies. Her book – Calmfidence: How to Trust Yourself, Tame Your Inner Critic, and Shine in Any Spotlight brings wisdom and lessons she and over 1000 clients and students have learned along the journey. As President of Patricia Stark Communications and Calmfidence® Workshops she provides Personal & Professional Development coaching and training focusing on public speaking, media training, leadership, talent development, body language, emotional intelligence, stress & anxiety relief, and peak performance. Clients include: Hearst Health, ESPN, Smithsonian, Amazon, BET, Turner Broadcasting, CBS, OWN, NASCAR A Health & Wellness Anchor, TV & Radio Host, Patricia has also been a featured actor on Law & Order
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September 24, 2024 @ 10:30 am
LIVE interview with Patricia Stark, author of Calmfidence: How to Trust Yourself, Tame Your Inner Critic, and Shine in Any Spotlight
Instructor: Patricia Stark
Join me for a LIVE interview with Patricia Stark, author of Calmfidence: How to Trust Yourself, Tame Your Inner Critic, and Shine in Any Spotlight, where you’ll learn powerful strategies to conquer your fear of public speaking and become a confident communicator. Drawing on her experience as a veteran broadcaster and communication coach, Patricia will guide us through practical tools to overcome self-doubt, manage anxiety, and master essential speaking skills like body language and stress management. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your fears into strengths and step into the spotlight with calmfidence!
Breakfast and coffee will be provided. The event will take place on September 24th, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, at Serendipity Labs, Rye, NY.
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About Liz Woods
I’m Liz Woods, mom of 4 kids, and founder of Ryemarkable Moms!
The number one question I get is, “How did you start Ryemarkable Moms?”
Before I had kids, I was an elementary school teacher, but when I had my first son in 2004, I decided to put my career on hold and become a stay-at-home mom. Over the next decade, we had another son, a daughter, and another son. These years were filled with sleepless nights, dirty diapers, time at playgrounds, and not much energy by the end of the day to do much else. And, looking back, I think I believed that I would never emerge from that stage of life.
But, in September 2017, my youngest entered kindergarten, and I nervously enrolled in classes at Manhattanville College to get re-certified to teach. I was required to teach in a classroom, take video of myself teaching, and submit the video to the state for assessment.
Major fear set in. I love to teach kids, but I have a huge fear of public speaking, especially on video–and to be assessed by the state!? I didn’t know how to take video, how to look good on camera, or how to upload videos to a computer and send them somewhere!
So I decided to try to conquer this fear.
I’d make videos at home. I’d practice.
I started by making cooking videos with my kids. We called it Mom & Me Cooking. For fun, I posted them to Youtube. By doing this, I learned how powerful of a vehicle Youtube is, and could be for spreading a positive message. My videos were being viewed by my family…and people around the world! I was conquering my fear (wow!), having fun with my kids (bonus), AND learning new skills!
That same fall, my husband and I were enjoying coffee on our back patio one beautiful fall afternoon, and I was sharing how I frustrated I was with the news coverage in our country. So much negativity! “Why are we letting negative news get in the way of our relationships with family and ruin our holidays?! Why aren’t we talking about the remarkable moms here in Rye?” I said. My husband said, “Ryemarkable.”
And I thought, “Ryemarkable Moms.” What a great idea for a video!
I’m a firm believer that if I don’t like something, I should not sit and complain. I should take action. Instead of letting negative news consume my thoughts, why don’t I take my newfound skill of making home videos and create one about the awesome moms in our town…and post them on Youtube?
My son had a tutor at the time, the very humble, extremely kind, Anne Mottola. I emailed her and asked if she would let me interview her…call it Ryemarkable Moms…and post it on Rye Moms Facebook page!?
Anne said yes…and since then, the recommendations for other moms to interview have never stopped coming!
October 7, 2024 @ 11:00 am
Instagram for Small Business Beginners (on Zoom)
Instructor: Liz Woods
In this class, you’ll learn how to set up your profile, connect and engage with your clients by creating content they want, and gain followers organically.
Who should attend?
Local business owners, artists, start-ups, nonprofits, real estate agents, and anyone who wants to learn how to use Instagram more effectively.
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About Liz Woods
I’m Liz Woods, mom of 4 kids, and founder of Ryemarkable Moms!
The number one question I get is, “How did you start Ryemarkable Moms?”
Before I had kids, I was an elementary school teacher, but when I had my first son in 2004, I decided to put my career on hold and become a stay-at-home mom. Over the next decade, we had another son, a daughter, and another son. These years were filled with sleepless nights, dirty diapers, time at playgrounds, and not much energy by the end of the day to do much else. And, looking back, I think I believed that I would never emerge from that stage of life.
But, in September 2017, my youngest entered kindergarten, and I nervously enrolled in classes at Manhattanville College to get re-certified to teach. I was required to teach in a classroom, take video of myself teaching, and submit the video to the state for assessment.
Major fear set in. I love to teach kids, but I have a huge fear of public speaking, especially on video–and to be assessed by the state!? I didn’t know how to take video, how to look good on camera, or how to upload videos to a computer and send them somewhere!
So I decided to try to conquer this fear.
I’d make videos at home. I’d practice.
I started by making cooking videos with my kids. We called it Mom & Me Cooking. For fun, I posted them to Youtube. By doing this, I learned how powerful of a vehicle Youtube is, and could be for spreading a positive message. My videos were being viewed by my family…and people around the world! I was conquering my fear (wow!), having fun with my kids (bonus), AND learning new skills!
That same fall, my husband and I were enjoying coffee on our back patio one beautiful fall afternoon, and I was sharing how I frustrated I was with the news coverage in our country. So much negativity! “Why are we letting negative news get in the way of our relationships with family and ruin our holidays?! Why aren’t we talking about the remarkable moms here in Rye?” I said. My husband said, “Ryemarkable.”
And I thought, “Ryemarkable Moms.” What a great idea for a video!
I’m a firm believer that if I don’t like something, I should not sit and complain. I should take action. Instead of letting negative news consume my thoughts, why don’t I take my newfound skill of making home videos and create one about the awesome moms in our town…and post them on Youtube?
My son had a tutor at the time, the very humble, extremely kind, Anne Mottola. I emailed her and asked if she would let me interview her…call it Ryemarkable Moms…and post it on Rye Moms Facebook page!?
Anne said yes…and since then, the recommendations for other moms to interview have never stopped coming!
October 29, 2024 @ 10:30 am
Social Media Power Circle: Mastermind for Small Business Growth
Instructor: Liz Woods
Join a dedicated mastermind group (maximum of 6 members), focused on small business growth with a special emphasis on social media strategies. Each session provides every member with dedicated 10 minutes to: share weekly business struggles and triumphs, ask for support, and receive personalized guidance and encouragement from fellow members. The group will offer diverse perspectives, fostering innovative ideas and keeping you accountable to your goals.
In addition to the support and feedback, each session will include a 30-minute social media tutorial led by Liz, helping you stay updated on best practices and trends. You’ll also benefit from networking, building valuable connections, and drawing inspiration from others’ experiences. In the final session, guest speaker and life coach Janet Muller will provide expert insights and motivation to further enrich your journey.
This mastermind group is a unique opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a supportive and collaborative environment.
This 4 week course will meet October 29th, November 5th, 12th, and 19th at the Rye Arts Center. Each session will run from 10:30am – noon.
You need answers.
What should I put in my profile?
How do I gain followers?
How do I create engaging posts that people will engage with?
What should I post about?
How often should I post?
What are hashtags? Do I need to use hashtags?
When is the best time to post?
How do I make video content confidently?
Frequently Ask Questions
Who is Liz Woods?
Liz Woods, mom of four, is the founder Ryemarkable Moms (2018). Her social media platform is dedicated to showcasing the inspiring journeys of Rye Moms. It has a mission-driven approach, striving to support women through the challenges of motherhood, empower women to embark on entrepreneurial endeavors, and use social media as a tool for spreading positivity within the community. Explore it all at ryemarkable.com.
Where will classes be held?
All group classses will be held at the Rye Arts Center.
If I sign up what is my commitment?
No refunds will be made for withdrawals if less than one week’s notice is given prior to the first class. No refunds will be made once the class begins. No refunds or credits will be issued due to outside schedule conflicts once a class has begun.
Does Liz offer one-on-one sessions?
Yes! To set up a time, email Liz at [email protected].