Have you ever heard the phrase, “Aging gracefully?” While I personally think that aging gracefully is a virtue, I can tell you one place where age really does matter: your website. After just a few years, even the most cutting-edge, beautiful, and well-designed website starts to look a little dated, or even worse, doesn’t function properly anymore! In fact, many websites look like they’ve gone without any updates for over a decade! Although, to be 100% honest, there are far fewer of them than there used to be. Over the last few months, COVID-19 has pivoted millions of small businesses…
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You want to know the real problem with content creation? It’s like being on a treadmill. Every single week, you need to have a new blog or a new podcast ready. This is accompanied by social media posts, an email campaign, and all of your other digital marketing content. It never ends! That’s one of the reasons why so many small business owners fall off the content creation train after just a few weeks. They start out strong, keeping up with the pace. But soon, they start to fall behind, maybe missing a single week. Then it’s two weeks. And…
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If you are running a service-based business, you might be wondering if AI is something you need to pay attention to right now. Maybe you feel like it is too advanced, too expensive, or not relevant to your work. Let me reassure you, AI is relevant to you, and the sooner you start, the more competitive you will be. Your clients have higher expectations than ever. They want timely follow-ups, consistent experiences, and personalized touches. Meeting those needs manually can burn you out fast. That is why in this episode, I want to break down why service businesses in particular…
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If you have been paying attention to marketing trends lately, you know that artificial intelligence is everywhere. From tools that write your social captions to software that promises to run your entire funnel, it can feel like you are being bombarded with promises of “plug and play” success. But here is the truth: if you are a small business owner, you do not need to become an AI expert or a programmer overnight. You can utilize AI to simplify and enhance the effectiveness of your marketing, but you need to do so intentionally. In today’s episode, I want to give…
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If you are a business owner, you have likely heard about artificial intelligence taking over the marketing world. Everyone seems to be shouting about how AI can do all the work for you, from writing blog posts to managing emails to even closing sales. It sounds like a dream, right? But here is the thing. AI is mighty, but it is not magic. And it is not a replacement for a smart, human-centered strategy. If you dive in without a clear plan, you might damage your brand instead of improving it. Today, I want to discuss what AI can do…
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In today’s business landscape, the demand for remote assistance is rising. If you’re a small business owner, you’ve likely contemplated hiring remote help to grow your business. Two key roles to consider when seeking assistance are the virtual assistant (VA) and the virtual digital marketing team. Here at Jennie Lyon Digital Marketing & Virtual Assistant Services, our virtual marketing agency offers both virtual assistant services and digital marketing services! While our virtual assistants and virtual digital marketing team provide remote assistance, these roles differ significantly in their areas of expertise, the tasks they handle, and their overall impact on a…
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When you see a “sign up for my newsletter” on a website, do you click “Yes?” I would put money on your answer being “No, of course not!” And I understand why. We are conditioned to HATE email. Every time you check your email, you likely have dozens of messages sitting in your inbox telling you that “Won a free cruise” or “Your Outlook Email is About to Be Cancelled!” Spam has ruined email, plain and simple. So, why on earth would anyone want to give their email out to a random website? With all of that in mind, when…
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You did it—you launched the offer, hit “publish,” and showed up everywhere. But now what? Whether you had a sold-out launch or a slow start, what you do next is as important as the launch itself. Post-launch momentum is where most entrepreneurs lose steam, miss significant opportunities, or fall into burnout mode. This is for you if you’ve ever felt exhausted or directionless after a launch. 🎯 In this blog, I’ll show you how to: 📌 Table of Contents The Importance of the Post-Launch PhaseWhat to Do in the First 72 HoursHow to Repurpose Launch Content for Evergreen UseKeep Leads…
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There’s a reason reality shows are still wildly popular—we’re all drawn to what’s happening behind the curtain. In business, your audience feels the same. People don’t just want to know what you offer… they want to know who you are, how you work, and why you do what you do. That’s where behind-the-scenes (BTS) content comes in. If your marketing feels too polished, too curated, or too distant, it may be missing the one ingredient that builds real connection: authenticity. 🎯 In this blog, I’ll show you how to use BTS content to: 📌 Table of Contents Why Behind-the-Scenes Content…
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You’ve probably heard this before: “The fortune is in the follow-up.” But if your lead nurturing depends entirely on manual emails, last-minute promos, or content you meant to send but never did… you’re leaving conversions on the table. The fix? An evergreen nurture engine—a series of automated emails and content that engage your audience, build trust, and convert leads on autopilot. And when it’s done right, it doesn’t feel automated—it feels like you’re showing up right when they need you. 🎯 In this blog, you’ll learn how to build a nurture engine that: 📌 Table of Contents 1. What Is…
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