In this podcast, Justin Simon and Matt Minor discuss the challenges of marketing to technical teams. They explore the problem of distributing excessive content and the types of content being created. They also talk about their recent SEO progress, the launch of their TV channel, and their distribution strategy. Additionally, they share their process of creating and sharing podcast clips, aligning social media channels with the target persona, and redefining the relationship between output and impact in content creation.
Tailoring content to specific channels enhances engagement and reaches target audience effectively.
Creating a cohesive narrative and theme across multiple pieces strengthens brand identity and improves content memorability.
Deep dives
Build a Strategy for Each Distribution Channel
To maximize the impact of content distribution, it is important to have a specific strategy for each channel. Instead of simply posting content everywhere, focus on aligning the channel with the target audience. For example, LinkedIn might be a good channel for reaching technical leaders, while Reddit could be effective for targeting developers. By tailoring the message to each channel, you can create a more personalized and engaging experience for the audience.
Create a Narrative and Theme for your Content
With a wide range of content, it is crucial to establish a cohesive narrative and theme across multiple pieces. Identify common topics or ideas that can be woven together to create a consistent story. This helps to strengthen your brand identity and make the content more memorable. Additionally, by grouping related content, you can create playlists or compilations that provide a comprehensive experience for your audience.
Prioritize Quality over Quantity
In the pursuit of content distribution, it is easy to fall into the trap of focusing on output rather than impact. Instead of aiming to create a large volume of content, prioritize the quality of your content and the impact it can have. By aligning your content with your goals and desired impact, you can ensure that each piece holds value and resonates with your target audience. Quality over quantity will lead to more meaningful engagement and better overall results.
Repurpose and Remix Existing Content
Rather than constantly creating new content, look for opportunities to repurpose and remix existing content. This allows you to get more mileage out of your content library and reduces the pressure to constantly produce new material. For example, you can take snippets and highlights from longer videos and use them as standalone clips for social media. Be creative in finding new ways to present your content and make it easily digestible for your audience.
Join Justin Simon as he rolls up his sleeves on a behind-the-scenes coaching call with Matt Minor, the demand gen director at Directus. This episode is full of real talk as the pair sift through building a distribution strategy that hits the mark with technical leaders on LinkedIn and beyond.
They exchange battle stories, the pitfalls of cross-posting, and why sometimes less is a whole lot more in content marketing.
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In this episode, you'll learn:
How to batch social media content using Zoom calls.
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