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Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 14min

#234 Evergreen Sales Funnels with Gemma Bonham-Carter

Funnel Series #10Ever had a launch that didn’t quite hit the mark? Sometimes other factors can throw things off, but that’s where evergreen funnels come in. These powerful tools help create consistent revenue streams, aligning perfectly with your client’s ultimate goal: building a funnel that generates income around the clock.Of course, it’s not entirely passive—my guest Gemma Bonham Carter (I call her the Funnel Queen) dives into the effort involved in setting up and maintaining a successful evergreen funnel. Gemma is a trusted expert helping entrepreneurs build lifestyle-first online course businesses for greater flexibility and balance. Since founding her company in 2017, she’s grown it into a 7-figure business. Known for her expertise in online courses, email marketing, and AI, Gemma has guided over 15,000 students and hosts The Course Creator Show podcast and the AI Unlocked Summit.Listen to learn more about:How to evolve your messaging and product suite to keep your evergreen funnel running smoothlyGemma's Triple Threat method: combining evergreen funnels, forever funnels, and live launches The role of marketing assistants in supporting evergreen funnels, from copywriting to project managementHow to structure a funnel that feels authentic and not overly “salesy”The significance of using tools like Deadline Funnel to add urgency while maintaining transparency with your audienceGemma’s advice on building trust with your audience and rewarding early buyersFrom testing and tracking to continuous optimization, there’s always work to be done. Tune in to hear how Gemma explains the vital role marketing assistants can play in managing and refining these funnel systems behind the scenes.I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link.Links Mentioned in the Show:Episode 230: Lead Funnels Made Easy: Get the Most From Facebook Ads with Kwadwo Sampany-KessieEpisode 228: How to Personalize the Customer Journey with ActiveCampaign Specialist Janelle HarlanEpisode 227: How to Use Gated Content and Forms Strategically with Liz CoralliRecording/presentation tool: https://www.mmhmm.app/home Create and multistream live video: https://restream.io/ Connect with Gemma:Instagram: @gemma.bonhamcarterWebsite: https://gemmabonhamcarter.com Grab her freebies:Evergreen Funnel Kit: Make More Sales of Your Course... on autopilot! Learn what actually works from an Evergreen Funnel that's made well over $600K $100k Swipes Series of Emails for a 6-figure live launch: The 27 emails Gemma sent during her live launch that brought in $100k in revenueConnect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services
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Dec 10, 2024 • 57min

#233 Designing Sales Pages that Convert with Samantha Burmeister

Funnel Series #9"Babe, where’s your call-to-action button? You’re never going to make a sale if people can’t click through and buy!" It’s a simple mistake, but one that can cost you big time. We’re digging into one of the most important elements of your funnel: the sales page and what makes it truly convert.My guest is Samantha Burmeister, a skilled Sales Copywriter and the owner of Nomad Copy Agency. Sam writes really freakin good copy for service providers, especially when they're launching a new product or brand. She also runs Copy On Demand, a done-with-you copywriting membership where every business she works with learns to write copy that sounds like them but converts better. Sam is sharing her expertise on creating high-converting sales pages and what to expect in 2025 for sales page design and copywriting.Listen to learn more about:How to avoid common mistakes like overusing pain points and "introducing" in sales page copyWhy the "8 and 80 rule" is essential for writing compelling sales copyHow to know when to hire a professional copywriter for your business and the ROI of doing soThe shift from pain-point marketing to transformation-focused marketing and how it impacts your audienceThe role of data analysis in understanding and improving your sales page conversion ratesTune in so you can also learn how to position yourself in the high-value marketing space. The closer you are to the sale, the more you can charge—this is why top copywriters charge $10k-$20k for high-converting pages!I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link Links Mentioned in the Show:Sign up for Samantha’s Copy On Demand Membership: Write copy that sounds like you – but converts better! Join here with my affiliate linkMy list of recommended Copywriting Books for Digital Marketing Assistants to skill up, provide better services, and charge more.Check out my blog: 5 Things I Wish I Knew About Copywriting ServicesListen to the Copywriting Series Playlist hereEpisode about legal compliance with testimonials with Lawyer Autumn Witt BoydConnect with Samantha:Instagram: @nomad.copyFacebook: Samantha BurmeisterWebsite: http://www.nomadcopyagency.com/ Freebie: Flash Sale Email Guide Write a flash sale in an hour or less! Boost your income and get your name (and work!) in front of more people.Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services
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Dec 3, 2024 • 60min

#232 Facebook Group Funnels with Michelle Vroom

Funnel Series #8Are your clients using Facebook groups to grow their businesses the right way? Many aren’t and they’re missing out on a powerful way to bring new leads into their world! Today, we’re talking about how Facebook groups fit perfectly into the awareness stage of your marketing funnel. And no, this isn’t just about posting random memes or being a group moderator—it’s about turning engagement into conversions.Facebook groups have often been written off as “dead,” but they’re alive and thriving for business owners who know how to foster authentic connections and build a community. My guest, Michelle Vroom, shares how to use them to grow your client’s business (or your own). Michelle is a seasoned business coach with 20 years of marketing and PR experience and helps service providers and coaches reach six figures by building visibility and authentic relationships. With 3 boys at home, she knows the challenges of limited time and shares proven methods to boost visibility and secure clients.Listen to learn more about:The key difference between managing a Facebook group and building a thriving, high-converting communityHow to use Facebook groups to gather “Voice of Customer” data and create content that resonates with your client’s audienceThe step-by-step process of nurturing group members from cold leads to loyal customersKeeping Facebook groups lively and engaging—even reviving dormant onesChallenges of transitioning communities to platforms other than FacebookFacebook Groups are goldmines for audience insights, content ideas, and—most importantly—sales. Tune in to find out why they’re so effective at building a loyal community of clients and how they can fit perfectly into your client’s funnel strategy.*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link Links Mentioned in the Show:Grab Michelle’s Freebie: 30 Days to New Clients This calendar will give you daily steps you can take in an hour or less to sign new clients! Plus, you’ll get daily emails to guide you through the process so you can make money faster.Join The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Are you already doing marketing work but need more clients and a stronger referral network? Join a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply here!Connect with Michelle:Instagram: @marketlikeabossmvFacebook Group: Market Like a Boss: Female Service Providers Growing to 6-Figures & BeyondWebsite: https://michellevroom.com/ Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services
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Nov 26, 2024 • 43min

#231 AI Chatbots and Quiz Funnels with Josh Haynam

Funnel Series #7Quiz funnels have been one of the most profitable tools I’ve created for clients, and in this episode, we’re diving deep into their potential. Joining me is Josh Haynam, CEO and co-founder of Interact, a platform that helps businesses create interactive experiences designed to guide customers toward the right products and services for their unique needs.This conversation builds on what we discussed with Janelle Harlan in episode 228 about segmenting your audience and delivering the right message at the right time. Josh takes it further, sharing how AI is revolutionizing the process by enabling businesses to ask key questions and instantly recommend tailored solutions in real-time.Listen to learn more about:The difference between quiz funnels and chatbots in terms of customer engagement and experienceHow quiz funnels streamline lead generation and customer decision-making compared to traditional marketing methodsThe advantages and potential pitfalls of relying on AI for customer interactions and lead generationHow quizzes and AI chatbots can be more effective by focusing on guiding and understanding customers rather than pushing for sales (and why this approach leads to stronger long-term engagement)This episode is packed with Josh’s expert insights into creating interactive experiences that convert. Whether you're working with clients or building your own business, adding quiz funnels to your skill set will help you level up and command premium rates.*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link Links Mentioned in the Show:Take Emily’s quiz: Find Your Ideal Marketing Assistant Niche Unlock your potential & find out where your strengths lie and how you can excel in the freelance world.Get started for free with Interact: Use their AI quiz maker to create a beautiful quiz for your brand in a minute.Join The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Are you already doing marketing work but need more clients and a stronger referral network? Join a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply here!Connect with Josh:Instagram: @tryinteract Facebook: InteractWebsite: https://www.tryinteract.com/ Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services 
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Nov 19, 2024 • 59min

#230 Lead Funnels Made Easy: Get the Most From Facebook Ads with Kwadwo Sampany-Kessie

Funnel Series #6Are you struggling to get enough traffic to your client's email list or wondering how ads can fit into the marketing funnel? In this episode, we're diving deep into the top of the funnel and exploring how ads can help not only with traffic but also with nurturing leads through the middle and bottom of the funnel. Ads play a huge role in funnel strategy, but getting it right can be tricky. I have always loved having a source to learn about ads and somebody to keep me up to date, so I brought in my guest Kwadwo Sampany-Kessie to help make all this easier to understand. He’s the host of The Art of Online Business podcast and a Facebook Ads Manager & Strategy Partner. Kwadwo specializes in helping course creators scale their businesses, guiding them through effective ad strategies that get results. He’s worked with clients making anywhere from $250,000 to over $1 million annually and knows exactly what it takes to create high-quality leads. Kwadwo is living in central Mexico with his family, and brings a global perspective to his work, being fluent in Mandarin and Spanish. Listen to learn more about:How ads and funnels work together and how you can use them to boost traffic and conversionsThe latest trends in ad funnels, and what’s working (and what’s not) in the world of Facebook adsWhat you need to know to assess if a client is ready for ads and when it’s time to bring in an expertHow to track and report on ad performance, including how to identify if an ad was responsible for a conversionKwadwo’s Olympic Gold Medal Testing Framework and how marketing assistants can assist in the testing process to improve ad resultsTune in because we're getting into how Facebook ads can really assist the funnel, help our clients make more money, and create a smooth, effective customer journey for everyone discovering their business.*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link Links Mentioned in the Show:Get Kwadwo’s Freebie: “The 7 Biggest Facebook Ad Mistakes Course Creators Make That Burn Through $$$ And Kill Results” email series and stop your ads from burning through your hard-earned money.Join The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Are you already doing marketing work but need more clients and a stronger referral network? Join a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply here!Connect with Kwadwo:Instagram: @quayjoFacebook: Quayjo  Website: https://theartofonlinebusiness.com/ Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services 
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Nov 12, 2024 • 41min

#229 Pitch Sequences with Allison Hardy

Funnel Series #5What the heck do we say when somebody submits a form? What do we need to email them back? If you remember my conversation with Jen Robbins earlier in the series (ep.226), we talked about how most business owners don’t even have these crucial follow-up emails in place. So if you’re a budding unicorn marketing assistant, this is a perfect opportunity to flex your muscles, take the lead, and gain valuable copywriting experience by writing the sequence yourself.My guest is Allison Hardy, an Email Marketing Strategist who helps coaches and experts enroll more clients into their courses or memberships—on autopilot. She’s also the founder of the Funnel of the Month Club and host of the 6-Figure Secrets Podcast. Her expertise has been featured in Huffington Post, YFS Magazine, and she was even named one of Washington, D.C.'s most influential professionals under 40 by Washington Life Magazine. Listen to learn more about:The seven must-send emails in your pitch sequence and why they are essential for conversionsWhy Allison isn’t a huge fan of traditional welcome sequences and what she recommends insteadHow to personalize and customize email funnels for your client’s business (hint: it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach)Tips for ensuring your emails guide subscribers smoothly through the customer journey without overwhelming themTune in to find out exactly what info subscribers need next to make a solid buying decision—and just as importantly, what you shouldn’t be sending them.*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link Links Mentioned in the Show:Grab Allison’s Freebie The $80,000 Email Template: This is the email that was directly responsible for over $80,000 in sales in 2023. Get a copy and paste template to make your own and include in your next Email Pitch Sequence.Join The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Are you already doing marketing work but need more clients and a stronger referral network? Join a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply here!Connect with Allison:Instagram: @allison_hardy_ Website: http://www.allisonhardy.com/ Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services
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Nov 5, 2024 • 50min

#228 How to Personalize the Customer Journey with ActiveCampaign Specialist Janelle Harlan

Funnel Series #4Are your email marketing funnels feeling flat? Let’s fix that! We’re continuing our Funnel Series by breaking down how to send the right message to the right person at the right time so your clients' marketing feels personal, not robotic. Emails should stand out and actually connect with people—because no one wants to be just another unread email. If “tagging” and “segmenting” sound daunting, don’t worry—we’re breaking it down into simple, actionable steps.I’m excited to have one of my unicorns back on the show! Janelle Harlan is an ActiveCampaign Specialist, Fractional OBM, and Funnel Builder. She’s the kind of expert you want in your corner when your clients need emails delivered on time and on target. Before moving into online business strategy and tech, Janelle led corporate sales teams for 20+ years, so she knows how to drive results. When she’s not automating and optimizing, she’s out whitewater kayaking, mountain biking, or hunting down hidden swimming spots. Listen to learn more about:How to map out a customer journey that makes your emails actually matterWhat it takes to properly tag and segment your audience (without overthinking it)Strategies for making sure emails get delivered and readWhy having a high-level marketing mindset helps you stand out as a marketing assistantTips from Janelle’s playbook to elevate your clients’ automations and workflowsJanelle’s got the insights you need to make your tech work harder for you. This episode is packed with tips that’ll help you confidently step into the marketing role for your clients and show them what’s possible with email personalization.*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here. Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link Links Mentioned in the Show:Grab Janelle’s freebie Get It Launched Tech Guide here: Ready to move past tech overwhelm and get it launched? Get organized with assets checklists and tech guides for List-Building, Live-Launch, and Evergreen funnels. Join The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Are you already doing marketing work but need more clients and a stronger referral network? Join a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply here!Connect with Janelle:Instagram: @janelleharlan1 Facebook: Janelle Harlan, Digital Marketing ServicesWebsite: https://janelleharlan.com/ Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services
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Oct 29, 2024 • 59min

#227 How to Use Gated Content and Forms Strategically with Liz Coralli

Funnel Series #3We’re diving into two hot topics in the online business world: when to gate your content and how to make forms work for you. To help us nerd out, I’ve brought in Liz Coralli, the training manager at ActiveCampaign. I was at this training this past spring, where she mentioned she could chat about forms for an entire episode—so of course I had to have her on!Liz runs Study Halls—multi-day, in-person workshops where she helps attendees dive deep into ActiveCampaign’s powerful features. She makes this tech feel approachable and fun. Based in Colorado, she loves exploring the Rocky Mountains but is also traveling the world with ActiveCampaign, leading workshops that I highly recommend for anyone looking to level up their skills by specializing in the tech that the higher-level entrepreneurs are using.Listen to learn more aboutThe difference between gated and ungated content and the value each bringsWhen to consider gating specific types of contentThe questions you should and shouldn’t include on an opt-in form to avoid scaring off potential leadsThe age-old dilemma every marketing assistant faces: to double opt-in or not?Why specializing in high-value platforms like ActiveCampaign is better for enhancing client engagement*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by ActiveCampaign*: Save hours each day by automating your email marketing, allowing you to focus more on growing your business. With AI-powered automations that suggest, personalize, and validate your marketing campaigns, you can streamline your efforts and achieve greater results. Sign up for ActiveCampaign here* with my referral link Links Mentioned in the Show:Check out the next ActiveCampaign Study Hall events: https://www.activecampaign.com/eventsJoin The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Are you already doing marketing work but need more clients and a stronger referral network? Join a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply here!Connect with Liz:Instagram: @activecampaignFacebook: ActiveCampaignLinkedIn: Liz CoralliConnect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services 
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Oct 22, 2024 • 51min

#226 Marketing Funnel Strategy Essentials with Jenn Robbins

Funnel Series #2We’re diving into the three different types of funnels and how to know when your client is ready for one. I’ve brought on Jenn Robbins, a conversion copywriter with over 13 years of experience, who’s also racked up hundreds of millions of views with her fun GIFs. Jenn has worked with a variety of high-level clients, including NYT bestselling authors, 7-figure digital educators, learning management system companies, and non-profits. She’s a funnel and launch expert here to help us simplify the funnel process so you don’t feel overwhelmed, and you’ll leave with the three key steps to building a successful funnel to think on your feet inside your client’s business. Her big theme for funnels is flexibility. It’s not a one-size-fits-all approach, and copying what others do won’t cut it (Sorry, Russell). This is why your clients need YOU to tailor strategies that work specifically for them and be able to help them build it out.Listen to learn more aboutWhat Jenn wishes marketing assistants knew about funnelsHow to know if a client is ready for funnels & where marketing assistants can help with these different stages of developmentWhether freelance service providers should have funnels for their businessThe biggest mistakes Jenn sees & what’s working currently with successful funnelsTune in to sharpen your skills so you can confidently audit, build, refine, and support the funnels that attract the buyers who will ultimately purchase your client’s product.*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Sponsored by The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Are you already doing marketing work but need more clients and a stronger referral network? Join a tight-knit community of freelancers and get access to behind-the-scenes conversations, support, and troubleshooting that every solo marketer needs. Plus, you'll benefit from advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and exclusive job leads. Apply now to be part of The Digital Marketer’s Workgroup!Connect with Jenn:Instagram: @thejennrobbins Facebook: http://facebook.com/thejennrobbins Website: http://jennrobbins.com/ Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services
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Oct 15, 2024 • 1h 12min

#225 How Leveraging Sales Funnels on a Small Scale Pays Big with Robyn Stoney

Join the Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. This course covers in-demand, highly sought-after digital marketing implementation skills for freelancers to be able to help online business owners build their businesses. Learn the mechanics and strategies of digital marketing in a 12-week online group coaching program and course. Enroll here!Funnel Series #1I’m excited to kick off my new Funnel Series, where we’ll dive into the essentials of sales funnels—Marketing 101! This behind-the-scenes look is crucial for our Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistants and service providers, who focus on growing, nurturing, and selling to clients. Each week, we’ll feature a guest sharing golden insights into the funnel process.My guest is Robyn Stoney, owner of Robyn The Brilliant. She’s a Meta Certified Sales Funnel Strategist and Coach who helps women entrepreneurs build effective sales funnels to accelerate their business growth. Over the past five years, she has worked with six- and seven-figure founders, helping one scale from six figures a year to six figures a month. As a Technology Coach for a multi-million-dollar consulting company, Robyn recently expanded her business into an agency model. Listen to learn more aboutHow Robyn transitioned from corporate to full-time business ownership in 2018Staying up-to-date with rapidly changing marketing technologies and AI toolsPricing funnel work appropriately and understanding the scope & complexity of each projectThe importance of networking, leveraging online communities, and reaching out to potential clients directlyRobyn’s experience being part of the Digital Marketer’s Workgroup and how it’s helped her advance her skills and grow her businessI created this Funnel Series so you'll feel more confident and ready to say yes to the work. Be sure to pay attention to how Robyn started in her early days and earned her current status as a Unicorn Marketer.*I need your feedback! Please take the Annual Unicorns Unite Podcast Listener Survey here.Links mentioned in the Show:Freebie: Sign up for Robyn’s free group Brilliant Funnels where she shares what’s new with Meta ads, funnel building tips, and techie Q&A support.Apply for the Digital Marketer’s Workgroup: Already doing the work and have clients? Need more clients and a better referral network? This is your chance to get in with a tight-knit freelancer community and be a part of the behind-the-scenes conversations, encouragement, and troubleshooting that we all need when we’re working solo. We also have advanced trainings, networking opportunities, and job leads.Connect with Robyn:Instagram: @robynthebrilliantFacebook: Robyn The Brilliant Sales Funnel Strategist Website: https://robynthebrilliant.com/ Connect with Emily:Facebook Community: Emily’s Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant LabInstagram: @emilyreaganpr Facebook: @emilyreaganpr3 ways we can work together: Get on the waitlist for the Live Unicorn Digital Marketing Assistant School. My signature course on digital marketing implementation will give you the confidence and teach you HOW to do the work that’s in demand and highly marketable. This is the secret weapon to getting booked out. Or get started now with the Self-Study version of UDMA School here.Got the skills but need help getting your digital marketing services business to take off? I’ve got an advanced tight-knit referral and networking community that can help and I would love for you to apply here for the Digital Marketing Workgroup. You’ll get the latest updates and trainings, networking opps and job leads from online business owners who are looking to hire digital marketing implementers and assistants.Looking for a fast way to get your foot in the door with up-to-date skills? Take my 2-hour Quickstart to Facebook Community Management workshop and learn how to help online business owners like course creators and membership site owners manage and engage their community  >>> Download my Top Ten Most Requested Digital Marketing Tasks & Services 

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