Building the Premier Accounting Firm Edu-Marketing Mastery: Turning Knowledge into Profits w/Sarah Cordiner
In this insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht sits down with Sarah Cordiner to delve into the art of transforming intellectual property into lucrative online courses, particularly for accounting professionals. She emphasizes the role of edu-marketing in enhancing market positioning and business opportunities through effective education.
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Passion for Education: Sarah shares her personal journey and passion for education, underscoring the importance of engaging learners to effectively market services, especially in the accounting field.
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Edu-Marketing Concept: Roger and Sarah discuss the innovative idea of edu-marketing, which involves sharing knowledge to generate leads and income. Sarah uses relatable analogies, such as chefs sharing recipes, to demonstrate how knowledge sharing can lead to business success.
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Building Trust and Attracting Clients: Sharing valuable information is likened to offering samples in a deli, where transparency fosters trust. This approach, like sharing financial tips, strengthens client relationships and attracts customers.
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Creating Monetizable Courses: Sarah highlights the significance of organizing knowledge into monetizable courses or curriculums that align with business models. Marketing strategies are crucial for promoting these courses effectively.
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Utilizing Tools and Trends: Tools like Google Trends are recommended to identify market demand, guiding the creation of tailored content. The progression from free resources to comprehensive materials and the rise of micro-learning post-COVID are highlighted.
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Membership Models and Community Building: Membership models provide ongoing access to expertise and create a sense of community among clients, with emphasis on adapting educational content into bite-sized segments for better engagement.
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Encouragement for Business Owners: Business owners, particularly in accounting, are encouraged to overcome self-doubt and create educational resources. Success in this area requires patience and an understanding of business models across industries.
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Brand Recognition and Long-Term Strategies: Establishing brand recognition now demands more interactions, with a focus on long-term strategies and relationship-building.
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Embracing Video Content and New Technologies: The potential for experts to create engaging video content and educational products is explored, alongside the challenges of adapting to new technologies and strategies.
This episode is a must-listen for business owners looking to leverage their expertise through educational marketing and online courses, providing practical insights and strategies to enhance their market presence.
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