What do a Henry Ford reference, Seth Godin, the Spice Girls, and my husband have in common? They connect for an important marketing lesson. We need to use what our customers “really, really want” in our marketing so they see how we can help them reach their goals. “If Henry Ford canvassed people on whetherContinueContinue reading ““Tell me what you want, what you really, really want!””
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To the Established Company Wanting an Updated Marketing Strategy
Marketing a new business is easy compared to changing a well-established marketing routine. In a company that’s been around the block a few times, the leader has done some experimenting, tried different strategies, and found some they like. Now it’s outdated but deeply integrated with how the business runs. How do you find a newContinueContinue reading “To the Established Company Wanting an Updated Marketing Strategy”
Best Marketing Advice: Help People
People buy solutions. More than that, they respect organizations willing to provide actionable guidance or tools regularly, purchase made or not. The content that receives the most engagement for my clients continues to be the pieces that help people. It’s not inspirational quotes (though, in my personal circle, that’s where I get high engagement). It’sContinueContinue reading “Best Marketing Advice: Help People”
A Business Is Its Marketing
Marketing is so intertwined in building and growing a business that I’m almost starting to think they’re the same thing. “No, I don’t own a business. I make gadgets, and, to get the word out about them, I have to have a few streams of communication.” A business is its marketing. Thus, it seems everyContinueContinue reading “A Business Is Its Marketing”
Marketing at a Glance
There’s a lot more to it than this, but I’m trying to simplify marketing for myself so I stop stressing over everything there is to do and learn. One of my main goals right now is to improve my skills in digital marketing as a whole. Starting as a content writer, I have come aContinueContinue reading “Marketing at a Glance”
Starting Small
Every business owner, entrepreneur, marketer wants to jump to the biggest marketing endeavors. That is unnecessary and likely not feasible. I want to do videos and audio and share motivational posts with awesome images while continuing to write daily. I want to experiment with ads, social media, and lead generation tools. I do not haveContinueContinue reading “Starting Small”
The Perfect Marketing Plan
“Can’t you just tell me what the best marketing strategy is so I can implement it myself?” No. I can’t. Trust me when I say that I am just as disappointed I don’t know the perfect strategy for everyone. Individuals have unique situations! Marketing isn’t one-size-fits-all and, honestly, it shouldn’t be! How would you standContinueContinue reading “The Perfect Marketing Plan”
Engagement Sells
It’s not about constantly pushing it on people. It’s talking to people, relating to them, understanding their needs and wants and offering what you can to help.
Entrepreneur Podcasts: Surprising Marketing Goldmines
Entrepreneur, side hustle and small business podcasts = marketing goldmines. Find a podcast to fill your chore-time with more value.
What This Marketer Doesn’t Like to Tell You
What does your marketing strategy need to have? How much will that cost? What if it doesn’t generate sales? It’s hard to admit, but…