Let’s Stop Pretending the New Year Magically Fixes Anything

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Every January, the same advice shows up everywhere you look. Fresh start. New beginning. New year, new you. And every year, by the time February rolls around, most people are right back where they started. Same website. Same message. Same frustration about why things still aren’t converting the way they hoped. I don’t think the…

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Sell Transformation, Not Information

Sell Transformation, Not Information

I have been in the online world for almost thirty years and there is a struggle I see over and over again. To be honest, it is a struggle I faced myself for a long time. Most of us think we are supposed to sell tasks or solutions. We think people want the service or…

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Want Instant Credibility and a Lead Machine?

Want Instant Credibility and a Lead Machine? Write the book!

Write the Book on It. If you’re trying to grow your business, land more clients, or build your authority in your niche, writing a book is one of the smartest moves you can make. And I know what you might be thinking… “I don’t have time to write a book.” “I’m not a writer.” “Nobody’s…

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Why Just Having a Facebook Page is Hurting Your Business

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In today’s digital world, if your business only has a Facebook page and nothing else, you might be sending the wrong message to potential customers. Now, I get it—Facebook is free, easy to set up, and doesn’t require any tech skills. But here’s the hard truth: relying solely on Facebook to represent your business makes…

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How to Create a Brand Style Guide: Keep Your Brand Consistent!

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Hey there, fellow business owner! If you’re running a business, you know how important it is to keep things looking sharp and consistent. That’s where a brand style guide comes in. Think of it like a playbook for your brand—keeping everyone on the same page, so your business looks professional no matter where people see…

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Insights Your Website Stats Should Uncover

Insights Your Website Stats Should Uncover

If you’ve followed me much you know I write a couple of columns Monthly for Marketing University. A recent article I think you might find useful is about how to Maximize your Websites Potential based on the insights your website stats should uncover. In the article found on the Marketing University website I explain different…

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Tips for Improving Your Online Presence as a Speaker

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In a recent interview on Bret Ridgway’s Spotlight On Speaking Podcast I shared Tips for Improving Your Online Presence as a Speaker. I’ve done a lot of speaking for various reasons whether it be on stage, workshops, webinars, podcasts, or even in the classroom teaching. Some are easier than others. but in this podcast Bret…

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