Email marketing is a powerful tool in your marketing arsenal. It connects directly with your audience, nurtures relationships, drives sales, and boosts revenue. Now, the million-dollar question is, how do you get your first 1,000 email subscribers? To fully harness the power and benefits of email marketing, one must first focus on building a solid and engaged email list. Understanding the importance of starting on the right foot when building an email list can significantly impact the success of your email marketing campaigns. This article will discuss the key strategies and tips for acquiring your first 1,000 email subscribers and…
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In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, small businesses must harness a wealth of resources to navigate the ever-evolving realm of online marketing strategies. When executed with precision and foresight, online marketing can be a powerful tool for attracting new customers and expanding your business. Today, I’m offering insights and practical strategies to elevate your online presence affordably and effectively. Content Overview Why Online Marketing Matters for Small BusinessesEstablish Your Online BrandingOptimize Your WebsiteMobile ResponsivenessSEO OptimizationUtilize Social MediaInvest in Email MarketingCollaborate with Other BusinessesUse Google My BusinessCreate High Quality ContentThis Week’s Homework Why Online Marketing Matters for Small Businesses Online marketing has…
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The pending TikTok ban has caused quite a stir among small business owners who have relied heavily on the platform to build their businesses. With the potential loss of a significant marketing channel, it has become even more critical for small business owners to diversify their marketing strategies and explore other options. One such option is email marketing, which has been a reliable and effective way to reach customers for decades. Businesses can maintain direct customer communication and drive sales by building a solid email list and developing engaging email campaigns. Additionally, email marketing can be personalized and tailored to…
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As a small business owner, you know how important having a solid online presence is. However, online marketing mistakes happen, especially with so many different marketing strategies available, it can take time to determine where to focus your efforts. This comprehensive guide will dive into the five online marketing mistakes I often see small business owners and entrepreneurs make. I’ll highlight the marketing strategies you can use to fix them. Join me as we journey to enhance your digital footprint and propel your business to new heights. Whether you’re a novice entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this guide is…
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Hey there, friends! Today, we’re diving into a topic near and dear to my heart – social media and the myths and misconceptions surrounding it. It’s hard to imagine a world without it now, as social media has transformed how we connect and share information in our personal lives and reshaped the landscape of online business. By seamlessly fitting it into your digital marketing strategy, social media is a game-changer for achieving online success. So, let’s delve deeper to help you unlock its incredible potential and debunk some myths and misconceptions. Overview: Debunking Common Social Media Misconceptions Before diving headfirst…
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Hey there, my fellow digital creators! I’m thrilled to dive into the exciting world of short-form videos with you. As entrepreneurs, we know that grabbing our audience’s attention in a heartbeat is the name of the game. Today, we’re embarking on an epic journey to utilize the unique powers of two short-form video giants: TikTok Reels and YouTube Shorts. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee, get cozy, and let’s immerse ourselves in the captivating realm of bite-sized content with short-form videos! Content Overview Understanding TikTok Reels and YouTube Shorts: Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to know our…
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Creating a strategic social media monthly content plan is essential to achieving your business objectives and engaging your target audience. With the ever-changing landscape of social media, it can be difficult to know where to start. We get that. That’s why in today’s episode, I will walk you through the steps of creating a plan that will help you to increase brand awareness, drive website traffic, and generate leads. Blog Overview: Define Your Social Media Goals Before creating any content, it is important to define your social media plan’s objectives clearly. This will help to ensure that all of your…
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How often do you check out the Instagram Stories that show up at the top of your account? As a digital marketing expert, I think that Instagram Stories are a brilliant addition to Instagram (and the other platforms like Twitter that are introducing similar features). Instagram Stories are a limited-time form of social media: short-form videos only available for 24 hours. While this might seem like a downside, it’s actually a big plus! People rush to watch the Stories while available, boosting the number of eyes on your posts! As videos tend to have a well, video component to them,…
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Want to know an online business secret? Content equals growth! It’s true! Content creation has been the core of everything I’ve done with my businesses for the past 20 years. However, when I took my content creation to the next level that is when my business really took off. Take my green lifestyle blog, Sweet Greens. Haha! Are you thinking, What? She has a green lifestyle blog too? Sweet Greens was born of my passion for environmental causes and green products. It started as a simple blog (I thought it would be a fun way to document the fun eco-friendly…
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So let me ask, how many years have you been building your email list? Time and time again on consultation calls, I hear from potential clients who want to focus ALL of their marketing efforts on social media. But here’s the thing: you don’t “own” your social media followers. I’ve tragically seen clients’ accounts closed down by Facebook & Instagram (sometimes for no reason, just a simple mistake), meaning that they lose those followers forever or at least until they can get a hold of someone who can help! Plus, as you know, Facebook likes to choose who sees your…
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