The best marketers are storytellers. They sell the emotion, not the product It doesn’t matter whether you sell houses, cupcakes, yoga sessions, or treadmills, you are a media company. Or, at least should be thinking you are. Let’s look at today’s consumers… They care about… Read More »You’re a Media Company Now
When we try something new – especially when that something is public – the loud, internal critic highlights the cracks, flaws, and mistakes. The internal critic triggers self-doubt, false narratives, and – occasionally – paralyzing fear. The fear of being “found out” as a fraud;… Read More »Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
With so many things competing for your time, it can be hard to prioritize and get everything done. Fortunately, there are tons of great productivity apps for entrepreneurs to help streamline your workflow. Whether you’re just starting out, or find yourself drowning in a sea… Read More »The Best Productivity Apps for Entrepreneurs (2022 Edition)
Preface: This week I am doing something very different. I came across an interview with filmmaker, Matt D’Avella, about the stress of constantly creating content. He articulates this so well that I feel it best just to share the introduction of the interview. I encourage… Read More »Matt D’Avella on Creator Burnout and Building an Audience for the Long Run
At first glance, UTM parameters might seem like a confusing mess, but they’re actually a lot simpler than you think. In this post, we’ll explain what UTM parameters (sometimes referred to as UTM Tags or UTM Codes) are and how you can use them to… Read More »What are UTM Parameters? And how to use them to track your marketing efforts
Writing is important for any business. In the world of online branding and presentation, strong copy is the backbone of your company blog, website, and social media posts. But while some people are born with a knack for writing, others struggle with it. Becoming a… Read More »5 Strategies to Becoming a Better Writer
Have you ever received a message from a business associate, brand, or vendor that started with, “It’s been a while, but …” where they then launch into a pitch of their new product or service offering? How does that make you feel? The, “It’s been… Read More »It’s been a while … But
Thank you to everyone who has responded, shared their stories and struggles, and taken control of their content strategy. I believe content is more than just a marketing gimmick, it is a way to share your knowledge, to impact your customers, to solve problems. For… Read More »The Best Content is Consistent
Content, Content, Content! But what do you publish? Without a doubt, experts and service providers understand the importance of creating and publishing content. When we share our knowledge and expertise, we attract an audience of prospective clients and build brand awareness. But what do we… Read More »What Should I Write About?
I’d rather have 10 dedicated contributors than 100 random followers Last week I talked about choosing between being a generalist or defining your professional niche. One of the forgotten benefits of choosing a niche is the increased efficiency of attracting the right clients. See, when you… Read More »Attracting the Right Visitors