Why You Have To Hire People To Make More Money

Why You Have To Hire People To Make More Money

Tips and Tools
Have you ever looked up at the end of the day and wondered to yourself, what did I do all day? Between responding to emails, posting on social media, researching, following up with a prospective client, taking phone calls, and keeping your coffee cup full, the day is over and you haven't tackled half of your to-do list. And you still need to generate revenue today. Uh oh... it's going to be a long night. As you sit there running your biz on the solo, you know there has to be a better way. There are only so many hours in the day and you can't possibly get everything done, no matter how many hours you work. So then we have internal conversations. If we could only: stop wasting time…
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Supercharging Success: Digital Marketing Insights for Small Businesses & Beyond

Supercharging Success: Digital Marketing Insights for Small Businesses & Beyond

Marketing Strategy
I had the pleasure of being a guest on the mPress Conversations with Maggie Podcast, hosted by the amazing Maggie Phiri. We dived deep into the world of digital marketing and how it can make or break your business. Supercharging Success: Digital Marketing Insights for Small Businesses & Beyond Throughout the episode, I'm sharing valuable tips and insights on public speaking, conquering fears, and leveraging social media platforms effectively. And of course, I emphasize the need for a well-defined marketing strategy, which serves as the foundation for any successful social media campaign.  Here are my 3 key takeaways from the episode: First, don't make costly investments without consulting an expert. Investing in coaches, programs, and products may seem glamorous, but without a solid marketing strategy, it's like shooting in…
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My Interview On The Authors Lab Podcast: How To Brand Yourself As A Problem Solver

My Interview On The Authors Lab Podcast: How To Brand Yourself As A Problem Solver

Authors, Branding
We hire people to solve problems. We buy products we believe can solve our problem. With this in mind, what do you want to be known for? I dunno about you, but I want to be known as a problem solver. Customers are looking for solutions. Solutions that actually work and offer good value for money. They are constantly asking the question, “What’s in it for me?” With so many websites and businesses online, you need to answer that question from the moment they show up at your website or discover one of your products online. Once you know what your niche needs, offer it to them. There are a few ways to do this. My Interview On The Authors Lab Podcast: How to Brand Yourself As A Problem Solver  I had…
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Dear Entrepreneur: Stop Being Your Own Worst Client

Dear Entrepreneur: Stop Being Your Own Worst Client

Tips and Tools
Imagine you had a coaching client who consistently failed to complete her tasks for the week. She couldn’t find the time to get her email opt-in page completed. Her kids' extracurricular activities kept her too busy to write the next chapter of her book. Time slipped by, and she was working too hard and completely forgot to put together her webinar presentation. It wouldn’t take long before you sat her down for a serious talk about the future of your coaching relationship—and her business. This kind of coaching client is a frustrating waste of time. Why, then, do you continue to accept these and other excuses from yourself? Why is your lack of business development allowed to continue, even when you know how important those tasks are to your future…
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My Interview On The Authors Lab Podcast: How to Build Your Brand

My Interview On The Authors Lab Podcast: How to Build Your Brand

Authors, Branding
Building a brand can become an overwhelming experience for a small business. So oftentimes, when people the term "branding" they are referring to a logo. But if you're a regular here at Marketing Sparkler, you know this is not the case. And furthermore, building a brand is much more than designing a logo.  My Interview On The Authors Lab Podcast: How to Build Your Brand I had the pleasure of talking about all things branding for solopreneurs and small business owners recently on The Authors Lab podcast with Allison G. Daniels.  And I'm happy to share this interview with you! Join us for a 30 minute dive into branding, and what you should think about when it comes to your brand, including: 1) What to think about when building a brand…
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Do Your Customers Love You Or Just Tolerate You?

Do Your Customers Love You Or Just Tolerate You?

Tips and Tools
For companies, getting customers to love you is the holy grail or marketing. You want a situation where they sing your praises from the rooftops (figuratively speaking) and refer other people to your brand. In today’s world, being genuinely loved by customers is a rarity. Consumers have so much choice about where they spend their money that they can be incredibly fickle. You know you’re loved when a competitor sets up shop next door, but your customers just keep coming back to you regardless. However, many brands slip into the trap of believing that being tolerated is the same as being loved. You see this all the time in business. Companies with the highest revenues believe that they have the best customer loyalty. But that’s rarely the case. Do Your…
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8 Steps to Make Your Email Messages Convert Better

8 Steps to Make Your Email Messages Convert Better

Email Marketing
To create memorable email marketing messages, it’s important to focus on your audience while also aiming to promote your products and/or services in a way that appeals to them. You want them to remember you after they close the email, especially if they choose not to click through to answer your call to action. How to create those memorable messages is as easy as following these eight tips. No time to read the full post? Listen to it on the podcast here: 8 Steps to Make Your Email Messages Convert Better 1. Never Forget the Welcome Email Every new series and every new sign-up to your autoresponder should receive a welcome message or a message that explains the coming series. This will let your audience know that they succeeded in…
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How To Blog Your Way To A Book

How To Blog Your Way To A Book

Authors, Blogging
So many people dream of being a published author. Far more than I ever realized! However, I notice so many people that have this dream, simply keep it as such, a dream. Why is this? What holds most would-be authors back from publishing? It’s not a lack of writing talent. It’s definitely not a lack of knowledge. And for sure it’s not a lack of desire. If you asked most people why they have not finished their book, the answer is simple: time. Entrepreneurs are busy people. You have clients to serve, a business to run, a family to care for. Not only that, but you’re spending time creating new training courses, marketing on social media, managing your team…the list is nearly endless. When would you have time to write…
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