My first YouTube paycheck upended everything I thought I knew about science communicators and their impact on the mining and geosciences industries.

MineLife Media was featured as the cover story in Mining the West magazine's Summer 2025 issue! The feature explores how mining companies are increasingly recognizing that transparent, authentic storytelling isn't just beneficial—it's essential.

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MineLife Media founder Jessica Scanlan has been named a Medal of Merit recipient by MMEF, honored alongside pioneering women Clara Clark and Isabel Little. A Montana Tech graduate like her predecessors, Scanlan transforms mining communication by helping companies share authentic stories.

HubSpot's 2025 Global Social Media Trends Report reveals shifts that mining companies can't ignore. In an industry often cautious about digital communication, authenticity is now the biggest advantage. Learn how relationship building, video content, employee advocacy, social search optimization, and community building can transform your mining company's social presence.

Are you missing the secret to effective mining communication? As a former mine tour guide, I've discovered that historic mine tours hold the key to understanding what the public really wants to know about mining. Hint: it's not production numbers or technical specs! Learn how the questions visitors ask at mine tours can transform your approach to mining communication and help you connect with the public.

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A guide for mining companies to move beyond performative DEI posts and create meaningful social media content backed by real action.

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Dive into real mining industry social media data from 2024 to discover what drives engagement and how to optimize your strategy.

MineLife Media founder Jessica Scanlan recognized in WIM100, celebrates the diverse voices driving mining industry forward.

Wondering what equipment you need for industrial content creation? Your phone is enough to get started. Here's what you actually need!

From nano-influencers to AR tours, discover five innovative social media trends reshaping mining industry communication in 2025.

Learn when it's time to hire a social media manager for your mining company and how to choose between in-house or external expertise.

Set your industrial company's social media up for success in 2025 with this free optimization checklist. Simple steps, big impact!

Explore how mining companies can leverage influencer marketing to boost visibility, improve public perception, and attract talent.

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It's a common question I get here at MineLife Media: "Jess, how can we make our social media better, perform more, or bring in more leads?"