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How To Create A Successful Marketing Strategy For 2019

November 6, 2018 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Guest Article As we approach the end of the year, many businesses are beginning to plan their marketing strategies for 2019. What are the best ways to promote your business moving forward? In addition to thinking through what’s worked well in the past, it’s important to look towards the future and take advantage of any […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Guest Articles Tagged With: creative marketing, define goals, marketing strategy

Best of Blogs of 2023

December 18, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Welcome to the “Best of Blogs 2023” on SucceedAsYourOwnBoss.com! Discover the insights and strategies that stood out this year, covering essential topics for entrepreneurial success. From crafting a powerful brand position to mastering email marketing, diving into profitable podcasting, leveraging the impact of video marketing, unlocking the art of writing a book, and building a […]

Filed Under: 10 Things Lists, Become Your Own Boss Tips, Branding & Marketing, Customer Service, Grow Your Business, Starting A Small Business Tagged With: attract corporate sponsorships, brand positioning, Create Customer Value, customer value, email marketing, launch your business, monetize your podcast, professional speaking, video marketing

How to Drive Sales Leads When Word-of-Mouth Referrals Dry Up

December 11, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In the world of business, word-of-mouth referrals are often considered the gold standard for acquiring new customers. There’s nothing quite like a glowing recommendation from a satisfied customer to instill trust and credibility in your brand. However, even the most reliable sources of referrals can sometimes run dry. When that happens, it’s essential for businesses […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Grow Your Business, Solopreneurs Tagged With: drive sales leads, online marketing, partnerships, word-of-mouth referrals

12 Pinterest Tips for Boosting Your Brand with Pinterest

November 27, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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In the dynamic world of digital marketing, Pinterest has emerged as a powerful platform that can significantly enhance your brand’s visibility, engagement, and, ultimately, its success. With over 482 million monthly users worldwide, Pinterest isn’t just another social media site – it’s a visual search engine that allows users to discover and share ideas through […]

Filed Under: 12 Things, Branding & Marketing Tagged With: boost your brand's visibility, canva editor, digital marketing, Pinterest tips, stunning pinterest content

8 Video Marketing Ideas to Build Better Relationships

November 13, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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If you want to forge stronger connections with your audience, video is the way to go. In this article, I’m sharing eight creative video marketing ideas to help you build those crucial relationships. From the first hello on your homepage to a warm “thank you” post-purchase, I’ll show how swapping text for video can bring […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Grow Your Business Tagged With: lead magnets, sales page, social media, video marketing ideas, video newsletter

Marketing Qualified Leads vs. Sales Qualified Leads

October 30, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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When it comes to lead generation, all leads are not equal. There are Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) and Sales Qualified Leads (SQLs). They represent two distinct stages in the lead generation and conversion process. Both terms are used to categorize leads based on their readiness to move through the sales funnel, but they represent different […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Grow Your Business Tagged With: buying signal, direct sales engagement, lead scoring, Marketing Qualified Leads, Sales Qualified Leads

How to Write a Marketing Plan in 7 Simple Steps

October 2, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Jumping into the world of small business? Kudos to you! It’s a thrilling ride, but you need a game plan to make the journey smoother. If you’re wondering how to write a marketing plan, you came to the right place. This guide will break down how to write a marketing plan in seven easy-to-follow steps. […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Grow Your Business Tagged With: competition, market size, Marketing Plan, niche, world of small business

How to Use a Book to Promote Your Brand

September 11, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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While digital marketing strategies dominate the advertising world, there is still something powerful about using traditional methods to promote your brand. One such method is writing a book. Publishing a book can establish your brand’s authority, showcase your expertise, and help you reach a wider audience. In this post, I’ll share ideas on how you […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Grow Your Business Tagged With: brand promotion, brand-promoting book, promote your brand, publishing a book, writing a book

Getting Started with Profitable Podcasting

August 14, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Podcasting has become an increasingly popular medium for sharing content, reaching audiences, generating revenue, and building a national brand. If you’re passionate about a topic and want to dive into the world of podcasting, this post will teach you how to build a brand through podcasting and monetize your podcast successfully. Part 1: Getting Started […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Grow Your Business Tagged With: Affiliate marketing, build a brand, monetize ayour podcast, podcasting for small business, profitable podcasting

How to Create Brand Positioning

July 31, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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In today’s competitive marketplace, brand positioning plays a vital role in differentiating your business and capturing the attention of your target audience. To effectively position your brand, you must consider four essential elements: your customers, channels, pricing, and competition. A deep understanding of your product, service, solution, and unique value proposition is crucial. This post […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Grow Your Business Tagged With: brand positioning statement, compelling brand positioning, customer analysis, differentiation strategy, quality-based positioning strategy

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