

Marketing #Unfiltered
Sophia
In “Marketing #Unfiltered," you don’t just learn awesome stuff to help you figure out marketing, you get the BTS scoop of building a business — the hilarious, the traumatic, and the “omg thank god I’m not the only one.” Hi! ✋🏻 I’m Sophia Parra and I’m a social media strategist for coaches. For years I ran an agency where I helped multiple six figure and seven figure coaches create content and strategies that build their following and drive traffic to their offers. My guests and I swap biz horror stories AND share notes around the strategies that took things to the next level. I also show up solo twice a week to answer YOUR marketing questions. So if you’re craving a podcast that feels like the perfect mix of biz talk with a coach and a catch up with your friends; grab a margarita and pull up a chair. I’ve got painfully relatable stories to make you laugh (or cry 🤣), and strategies and perspectives that will help you show up consistently and effectively.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 11min
Ep 177 | Marketing at the Beep: How do I re-engage the email list that I've ghosted?
Welcome to Marketing at the Beep, where I answer real voicemails from listeners with practical marketing advice you can implement immediately.In this episode, I tackle one of the most common (and stressful) situations entrepreneurs face: how to reconnect with your email list after months or even years of silence.We cover:➡️ Why the "perfect" comeback email is actually the one you send (not the one you overthink) ➡️ How to be authentic about your absence without oversharing personal details ➡️ The power of owning your broken promise instead of pretending nothing happened ➡️ Why giving people explicit permission to unsubscribe actually builds stronger relationships ➡️ Practical tips for subject lines, timing, and call-to-actions in your re-engagement email ➡️ How to reset expectations and get your remaining subscribers more engaged than before

Jun 4, 2025 • 56min
Ep 176 | How to spend two hours a week or LESS on ALL of your marketing with Megan Kachigan
Megan Kachigan, a copywriter and marketing strategist specializing in values-first marketing, shares her secrets to efficient content creation. She reveals how to create all your marketing materials in just 1-2 hours weekly without compromising quality. Megan discusses the role of strategic planning, the importance of building trust with your audience, and how AI can enhance but not replace personal voice. She also emphasizes the power of repurposing content to maximize reach while providing practical tips for balancing work and personal life.

May 20, 2025 • 37min
Ep 175 | 4 Ways I'm Using AI to Make My Business Less Dependent on Me (especially before baby comes...)
In this episode, Sophia shares her practical approach to leveraging AI tools for business automation and scale. From creating a comprehensive AI brand book to building customer service chatbots, learn how to make your business run smoothly - with or without you at the helm.What You'll Learn: How to create an AI brand book that maintains your voice (even when you're not writing) Why exploring AI tools beyond ChatGPT matters for your business How to use AI for deep content analysis and performance improvement Building accessible customer service systems using AI chatbotsKey Tools & Resources Mentioned: Gemma Bonham Carter's Brand Guide: https://gemmabonhamcarter.com/brand Claude AI: http://claude.ai/ O.Joy by Frank Kern: https://ojoy.ai/ Zapier Pro Account (for chatbot creation): https://zapier.com/ Previous episode with Kristin Lawton: https://podcasts.apple.com/om/podcast/ep-162-how-to-train-ai-to-create-content-that-actually/id1644601845?i=1000683938825 Connect with Sophia: Instagram: @sophiaparra Website: gotocoach.club

May 6, 2025 • 1h 4min
Ep 174 | Marketing That Sounds Like YOU: Brand Voice Strategies with Kim Kiel
Finding your authentic marketing voice is more than just words—it's about unlocking your unique communication style that builds trust and connection with your audience.That's why I was thrilled to welcome Kim Kiel, a certified brand voice writer, to Marketing #Unfiltered to discuss how to develop a brand voice that resonates with your audience and makes marketing feel more natural.We cover: Why trusting your business ideas sooner could be the "ticket to ease" in your marketing How simple "monthly marketing moments" can consistently grow your email list without complex funnels Practical ways to build trust during today's "trust recession" through genuine connection Kim's 5-step process to unearth and leverage your authentic brand voice Why marketing stories don't need to be Pulitzer-worthy (and how to find stories in everyday moments) How creating a brand voice guide can save you countless hours and help delegate content creationIf you're tired of marketing that feels stiff or inauthentic, this episode delivers actionable advice to find and use your natural voice to connect with your ideal clients.Resources mentioned on the episode: Kim's free Brand Voice workbook and audio mini-series: kimkiel.com/voiceworkbook Hemingway app for analyzing your writing style Verbatim Voice Tool for copy analysis Copywriting Tips and Sales Strategies for Small Businesses: kimkiel.com/podcast The Anatomy of a great storytelling email: https://www.kimkiel.com/podcast-1/the-anatomy-of-a-great-storytelling-email What are segues and how to write them in storytelling emails: https://www.kimkiel.com/podcast-1/what-are-segues-and-how-to-write-them-in-storytelling-emails Connect with Kim: Instagram: @kimkiel LinkedIn: Kim Kiel

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Apr 23, 2025 • 39min
Ep 173 | Email List Building with a Private Podcast: Results, ROI & Honest Review
Discover how a private podcast can revolutionize your email list-building strategy. Learn about the innovative approach of solo episodes, which cuts down on stress while enhancing engagement. Hear about key mistakes made and practical takeaways for future success. The discussion includes a candid comparison of results between private podcasts and traditional summits, plus an unexpected success story involving a low-ticket upsell. Tune in for insights that could transform your marketing game!

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Apr 15, 2025 • 54min
Ep 172 | Where to Find Clients in ANY Economy (Even During a "Trust Recession") with Chris Williams
Chris Williams, a savvy business coach and strategist, shares her insights on client acquisition amid economic challenges. She reveals how to adapt in a 'trust recession' by nurturing relationships and fostering genuine connections. Listeners learn about her unique approach to discovery calls and the importance of understanding prospects' journeys. Chris also discusses her upcoming book and the valuable investments she's made in her business. This conversation provides actionable strategies to empower entrepreneurs in any economic climate.

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Apr 9, 2025 • 26min
Ep 171 | Behind the Scenes of My High-Converting Q+A Day (+ Exact Scripts)
Discover a game-changing Q&A Day strategy that boasts a remarkable conversion rate! Learn how to promote your own event with templated emails that you can swipe. Gain insights on setting boundaries to protect your energy while maximizing sales without the 'hard sell.' Plus, explore creative ways to repurpose your Q&A content for even greater impact. This episode offers actionable tips to enhance audience engagement and build authentic connections through voice and video!

Mar 25, 2025 • 1h 7min
EP 170 | Prepping to take time off (without losing steam in your business) with Louiza Megan
As someone who's planning a maternity leave, this episode was everything I needed. Perfect for you if: ➡️ You're pregnant, and want to take time off to enjoy your baby ➡️ You want to take time off to enjoy a wedding, sabbatical, or whatever else comes to mind! We cover things like: ➡️ What are the biggest misconception most pregnant entrepreneurs have about maternity leave?➡️ Which limiting beliefs should pregnant entrepreneurs be mindful of?➡️ What do pregnant business owners need to know about taking time off?➡️ What’s the first step? ➡️ We also touched on lots of logistics. Like automations, hires, how long maternity leave should be, and things like that — but she made such an incredible point that I absolutely loved. And it's changed my whole approach on this. ➡️ I also asked her if she has ever seen a pregnant entrepreneur actually make MORE money during their maternity leave? (Hint: She said "ABSOLUTELY".) It's juicy, y'all. Resources mentioned in this episode: If you're getting ready for maternity leave, you should get your hands on this Planning guide: https://www.spaciousmamas.com/PlanningGuideThis guide will help you take the first step in planning your leave by clarifying both your personal and business needs. With this clarity, you’ll be ready to build a strategy that works for you and your business!

Mar 18, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep 169 | How to Define your Distinctive Edge (so you stand out in ANY market) with Megan Yelaney
Holy crap. This one is juicy. Here's what we're covering... 1️⃣ What the heck is your distinctive edge? 2️⃣ The actual PHASES of getting clear on your distinctive edge with clear examples and action steps so you can move through this on your own If you've been struggling with: ✅ Your offer ✅ Your message Or ANY clarity at all around how to stand out in a saturated market, you absolutely need this work, and you're going to love Megan. We also talked about motherhood in business (she had TWINS one year ago and has continued to kill it in business), and also any takeaways on social media because she's got some of the best content on the inter-webs. Resources mentioned on the call: Don't forget to grab Megan's Business Story Blue Print: www.meganyelaney.com/business-story-blueprintThis is a blueprint and template helping you to craft a powerful business origin story that sets you apart, builds trust, and inspires clients to work with you. It is very juicy. I highly recommend it.

Feb 26, 2025 • 56min
Ep 168 | The most underused business strategy with April Pertuis (Hint: It’s story telling)
If you struggle thinking you’re boring and don’t have any stories to tell, this is a good one for you. Inside, we’ll cover: Adopting a "storytelling-first" approach to marketing - and examples of what that looks likeWhat makes storytelling so hard and complicatedA step by step framework for making storytelling doable (and even EASY)And more. Resources: Don’t forgot to download her STORY FORMULA: www.lightbeamers.com/formulaThat’s where you’ll get her story framework that will help you harness your own story and begin sharing it in a more powerful, helpful way.