Ctrl+C success? No thanks! Here’s the secret to creating a kickass marketing strategy

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Have you ever witnessed a magician revealing their tricks, leaving you both amazed and enlightened? Well, get ready to be the magician of your own marketing journey as I unveil why those copy-paste success strategies are about as effective as wearing a swimsuit in a snowstorm.

So, buckle up because we’re diving into the world of originality and creativity to create marketing strategies that are as unique as your favourite cat memes.

But first, let’s look at why these copy-paste success promises are about as useful as a chocolate teapot…

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Why Ctrl+C = Ctrl+Fail

There’s no such thing as “get rich quick”

Let’s face it – it’s incredibly tempting to save time and energy by borrowing a successful marketing strategy from someone else. But if it was that easy, we’d all be millionaires sipping on cocktails in the Maldives. Your business is as unique as your DNA. Use your brand’s voice, values, and audience as your guiding stars.

A clone army of meh

Imagine a world where every business uses the same font, the same colour palette, and the same taglines. Yawn, right? Copy-paste marketing leads to a monotonous sea of blandness, where standing out is as tough as finding Waldo in a candy cane factory. Injecting your own personality and flair is like giving your brand a vibrant rainbow-coloured mohawk – it’s bound to turn heads.

The creepy echo effect

Have you ever had that eerie feeling of déjà vu when browsing different websites? Yep, that’s the result of copy-paste tactics. Your audience is no fool – they can spot regurgitated content from a mile away. Originality is like a breath of fresh air in a room filled with old socks – it’s refreshing, surprising, and makes them want to stick around.

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So how do you create a marketing strategy that works?

Know thyself (and thy audience)

Just like a superhero needs to understand their powers, your brand must know itself inside out. Define your brand’s personality, values, and voice. Are you quirky and fun? Professional and serious? If you’re unsure about your tone of voice,?check out this quick exercise?I shared earlier this week.

And once you’ve sorted your identity, it’s time to?understand your audience. Who are they? What do they care about? What keeps them up at night? This knowledge is your secret weapon.

Set clear goals

Picture this: you’re embarking on a road trip but have no destination in mind. Chances are, you’ll end up driving in circles. Your marketing strategy needs a clear goal too. Whether it’s boosting sales by a certain percentage, growing your social media following, or increasing website traffic, define your objectives in measurable terms and update them regularly.

Scope out the competition

It’s time to play detective. Investigate what your competitors are doing. What strategies are they using? What seems to be working for them? This doesn’t mean copying their every move. However, it does mean gleaning insights that can help you differentiate yourself and fill gaps in the market.

Choose your platforms

Social media,?email marketing, content creation – there’s a smorgasbord of platforms out there. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to be everywhere. Pick the platforms that align with your audience and goals. If you’re selling artisanal cat socks, Instagram might be your haven. But if you’re offering financial consulting, LinkedIn could be your go-to. If Facebook is one of your chosen platforms, check out my tips for?marketing success here.

Craft your messaging

Your messaging is the heart of your strategy. It’s the words you use, the stories you tell, and the emotions you evoke. Create messages that resonate with your audience’s pain points, desires, and aspirations. Make it relatable and memorable, and sprinkle a dash of your brand’s unique flavour.

Create a content plan

Consistency is key in the realm of marketing. You don’t have to show up everywhere, posting multiple times a day, but you need to be realistic about what you can commit to. Create a content plan that outlines what you’ll post, when you’ll post it, and where.

This plan keeps you on track and ensures your audience knows what to expect. Mix up your content with educational pieces, entertaining stories, and behind-the-scenes peeks. But don’t forget to check what it is your?audience wants to hear.

Allocate resources

Time, money, people – these are your resources, and you’ve got to divvy them up wisely. If you’re a one-person show, be realistic about what you can handle. If you’ve got a team, delegate tasks according to their strengths. And invest in tools and resources that make your life easier, whether it’s social media scheduling software or design tools. Some of my favourites include:

• Mailerlite?for managing all things email marketing, including landing pages, freebies, subscribers and weekly emails
• Airtable?for managing my?content library?and overall productivity
• OutGrow?for making awesome quizzes as lead magnets
• Tailwind for creating, scheduling and optimising content on Instagram and Pinterest

Implement and adapt

Launch your strategy and monitor its progress like a hawk with a magnifying glass. Analyse the data – what’s working, what’s not, where are the bottlenecks? Don’t be afraid to tweak and adapt your strategy as you go along. Marketing is a dynamic field, and the ability to switch things up is your secret weapon. However, make sure you give things time to work; nothing will generate instant results.

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Engage and interact

Marketing isn’t a one-way street, and one of the biggest mistakes people make (including me at times) is posting and running. Take the time to engage with your audience and other creators in your industry. Respond to comments, messages, and emails. Build a community around your brand. Remember, it’s not just about making sales; it’s about building relationships that last.

Measure and celebrate

At the end of the day, you want to know if your strategy is delivering the goods. Measure your progress against your initial goals. Are you hitting those milestones? If yes, give yourself a pat on the back. If not, don’t despair – it’s all a learning experience. Tweak, adjust, and keep pushing forward.

Conclusion

So there you have it – the real deal on why copy-paste marketing strategies will waste your time and money. Your brand is an enigma wrapped in a puzzle, sprinkled with a hint of unicorn magic – it deserves a marketing strategy that mirrors its awesomeness. So, step away from the copy machine, unleash your inner marketing Picasso, and remember: authenticity is the secret ingredient that turns a bland campaign into a viral sensation.

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