The holiday season is in full swing and it's time to start thinking about your plans for the final quarter of the year. Here are a few tips to help you prepare and plan for the fourth quarter of 2017.

1) Start planning your holiday content early - this is the time when people are most engaged with their social media feeds, so it's a great time to post content that will get in front of your audience and give them inspiration. Holiday content can take many different forms, from recipes to gift guides, so think about what you enjoy creating and choose a topic accordingly.

2) Consider collaborating with brands that align with your values - this goes hand-in-hand with planning out your holiday content. You might want to create something around the holidays that ties into your personal brand or a related topic, such as food or fashion. If you're interested in partnering with brands, start by reaching out to them on social media or emailing them directly if you know someone who works at...