Using Sponsorships to Grow Your Brand

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Picture this: Your dream client is scrolling through their favorite newsletter over coffee and, nestled between this week’s best curated resources, is your offer. Not a random ad, but a thoughtful feature — perfectly aligned with the content they were excited to read!  Now imagine the newsletter’s author (a voice they trust), personally endorsing your […]

How to Create a “Tripwire” Funnel

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Someone just grabbed your freebie and they’re thrilled to have found it! With a tripwire, you can keep building on their excitement and take this golden opportunity to turn a new lead into a loyal customer. A tripwire starts with a small, irresistible offer — think a $7 guide or $9 template pack — that […]

Creating Mockups for Your Digital Products

Woman in pink suit holding a blank business card — the perfect example of an image you might use when creating mockups.

Mockups are a great way to make your freebies and digital products shine. They not only help visitors understand what they’ll receive, but they also make your offer feel more tangible and credible.  The good news? With today’s advanced tools, you don’t need to hire a graphic designer or boot up Adobe InDesign to create […]

Writing an Effective Email Sequence

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Getting people on your list is great, but the real magic happens when you start sending them an email sequence, which should not only deliver value, but gradually move them toward the next conversion event or milestone.  Whether you have a list already or you’re building out your first funnel, here’s what you need to […]

Designing The Perfect Opt-In Page

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Your opt-in page doesn’t need to be the most beautiful or comprehensive page on the internet. But it does need to be created with clear intention. Like any good landing page, every element must work together to take visitors from curious about your offer to convinced that they need to be on your email list. […]

Creating an Irresistible Opt-In Offer

Creating an irresistible opt-in offer

An enticing opt-in offer is key to convincing someone to fork over their email address. To work, it needs to feel relevant, timely, and highly valuable to your ideal customer — but it does not have to be difficult to create. Since your opt-in offer falls within your zone of genius, the creation process should be straightforward. […]

How to Build an Email Marketing Funnel

Woman mapping out an email marketing funnel for her business.

Are you building your business on rented space? Having an email list means you can reach your audience without being reliant on the rules and algorithms of third-party channels like Facebook. With email marketing, you can serve up timely and personalized content that’s able to connect more deeply and convert more easily. The best part? […]

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