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A red background with white text. It reads: SEO & blogging: what you need to know as a business owner. At the bottom right, there is a pink magnifying glass with white text on it reading: keywords, because this pin leads to a podcast episode and blog in which Janet Murray gives information about what the blogging strategy of a business owner should be so that you can rank higher on Google and how much keyword research matters to achieve that. Launch Strategy, Keyword Tool, Blog Seo, Free Social Media, Keyword Research, Ideal Customer, Blogging Advice, Blog Content, Long Tail
SEO & blogging: what you need to know as a business owner
Want to increase the chances of your blog content being found in Google? Then you need to find out what your ideal customers/clients are searching for. In this blog (also available as a podcast), I share what you need to know about SEO and keyword research. Learn how to find keywords for blogs, learn more about long-tail keywords, and keyword hacks. Plus useful keyword tools that can help you a lot. blogging // blogging tips // blog post keywords #bloggingadvice #bloggingforbusiness #SEO
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4 content ideas for May
Awareness days are great resources for inspiring content ideas. So here’s 4 social media post ideas for May that use awareness days. Suitable for social media posts, email marketing and blog content - and for both product and service based businesses.This podcast episode will also show you how to take any awareness day and turn it into an engaging piece of content. All the ideas are suitable for both product and service based businesses.
A red background with a white caption: What's the best time to post on social media? that leads to a podcast episode about the surprisingly easy strategy to find the best posting times for your business, what your Facebook analytics can tell you about best posting times, a common mistake business owners make with LinkedIn posting times and three key things that will help increase your social media engagement. An image of a clock at the top with a red tick in the centre. Grow On Social Media, Best Time To Post, Content Planning, Best Apps, Free Resources, Social Media Content, Marketing Plan
What's the best time to post on social media?
Is there such a thing as the ‘right’ time to post on social media? Can posting then help you grow on social media? If so, how do you find the best time(s) for you? And what are the best apps/tools to help you find the right posting times? Click to find the answers. small business marketing // social media content // content planning // marketing plan
A blue background with a white caption: How to design your own CEO Day that leads to a blog about why planning time to work on your business strategy is crucial if you want to achieve your business goals, and how it will give you clarity for creating the right (social media) content and choosing the right platforms for your business. Time Table, How To Design, Content Strategy, Time Out, Business Owners
How to design your own CEO day?
The concept of a ‘CEO Day’ isn’t actually a bad one. Because it’s simply about taking the time out for strategy – for working on your business – rather than in it. And if you haven’t blocked out time in your calendar to create your business and content strategy yet (aka a CEO Day)…make sure you do. Because it will set you up for success in your business in 2023 and beyond.
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How to use content templates and not be a copycat
Do you love the idea of using content templates to help you create content - fast? But you’re secretly worried your content will end up sounding like everyone else’s? Or that it will steal your creativity? If so, this blog post (which you can also listen to as a podcast) is for you. Here’s what I cover: Why I included templates in my Courageous Content Planner & Content Kit, How templates help make it easier to plan and create content, Why templates can help you develop content creation skills
Blurry image of an organised desk. Caption reads: How to create a content plan you can actually stick to that leads to the podcast episode in which Janet Murray talks about why most content plans don’t work, how failing to stick to a content plan affects self-confidence, how you can create your annual content plan (in just 15 minutes), when to create you monthly plan, the 4 styles of content you should post every week and much more. Content Plan, Feeling Frustrated, Marketing Social Media, Media Content
How to create a content plan you can actually stick to
Are you finding it difficult to stick to a content plan? Already starting to feel frustrated with yourself? Listen to this podcast episode to find out how you can stay on top of planning out your content. I reveal why you’ve not managed to stay on track with your content plan in the past and show you how to find inspiration and create a plan you can actually stick to. small business marketing // social media content // content planning // marketing plan
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Create a content plan that will work for you
Do you find it hard to stick to a content plan? And you start to feel frustrated with yourself. You’ve proved you can stick to things in the past: what’s so hard about sticking with a content plan? If this sounds familiar, you’ll love this podcast episode. In it, I’ll reveal why you’ve not managed to stay on track with your content plan in the past and show you how to create a plan you can actually stick to. small business marketing // social media content // content planning // marketing plan
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4 April Social Media Post Ideas
Awareness days are great resources for inspiring content ideas. So here’s 4 social media post ideas for April that use awareness days. Suitable for social media posts, email marketing and blog content - and for both product and service based businesses.This podcast episode will also show you how to take any awareness day and turn it into an engaging piece of content. All the ideas are suitable for both product and service based businesses.
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Should you create a paid lead magnet?
Are you looking to generate more leads and sales for your business, but don't know where to start? If so, creating a paid lead magnet can be an effective strategy to bring in more customers and generate extra money. With a paid lead magnet, you will be able to provide valuable content for potential customers and can even use it as an additional way to generate revenue. In this podcast episode, you will learn the benefits of creating a paid lead magnet and the best strategies to ensure success.
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Content ideas for March that use awareness days
Awareness days are great resources for inspiring content ideas. So here’s 4 social media post ideas for March that use awareness days. Suitable for social media posts, email marketing and blog content - and for both product and service based businesses.This podcast episode will also show you how to take any awareness day and turn it into an engaging piece of content. All the ideas are suitable for both product and service based businesses.
Photo of Janet Murray wearing a red top and blue jeans. She’s smiling and pointing to the caption. The text reads: 4 content ideas for February that use awareness days.
Social media content ideas for February
Get inspired with 4 social media post ideas for February that use awareness days. In this episode of the Courageous Content Podcast, I share content ideas for social media posts, blogs, newsletters and other marketing content to promote your business. #contentideas #contenttips #socialmediaforbusiness #februarycontentideas
Pink background with white text that reads: 3 social media posts that are perfect for market research because it leads to a blog and podcast and blog with the same title in which you can learn how these specific social media posts can help you do your market research and also get more information about your competitors. It will also help you improve the way you carry out market research for launching a new product or service. A photo of Janet Murray smiling and pointing to the title of the pin. Competitor Research, Email Marketing Automation, Social Media Followers, Social Media Video, Marketing Automation
Do market research with these 3 social media posts
Investing time in market research can save you a ton of time (and heartache). In this blog (and also episode of the Courageous Content Podcast), I’ll share 3 social media posts you can create that are perfect for market research. And by the way, these posts are also perfect for helping you discover why a product/service isn’t selling as well as you’d like. Here’s what I cover: 1. The ‘which do you prefer’ post 2. ‘What’s most important’ question 3. Competitor research post
A dark blue circle on a red background. There are three pink hearts in the bottom right. White caption. It reads: How to create a content plan you can actually stick to that leads to the podcast episode in which Janet Murray talks about why most content plans don’t work, how failing to stick to a content plan affects self-confidence, how you can create your annual content plan (in just 15 minutes), when to create you monthly plan, the 4 styles of content you should post every week and much more.
How to create a content plan you can actually stick to
Are you finding it difficult to stick to a content plan? Already starting to feel frustrated with yourself? Listen to this podcast episode to find out how you can stay on top of planning out your content. I reveal why you’ve not managed to stay on track with your content plan in the past and show you how to find inspiration and create a plan you can actually stick to. small business marketing // social media content // content planning // marketing plan
A photo of a microphone / mic on a red background with a pink circle. The pin is captioned: How to use content templates (without being a copycat) because it leads to a podcast and blog with the same title where you will find out how to stay original and true to your company / brand values while getting all the help and ideas you need from social media content templates.
Use content templates without being a copycat
Do you love the idea of using content templates to help you create content - fast? But you’re secretly worried your content will end up sounding like everyone else’s? Or that it will steal your creativity? If so, this blog post (which you can also listen to as a podcast) is for you. Here’s what I cover: Why I included templates in my Courageous Content Planner & Content Kit, How templates help make it easier to plan and create content, Why templates can help you develop content creation skills
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Create a recession proof content strategy for 2023
One of the most common marketing mistakes made by business owners is focusing on content tactics instead of content strategy – obsessing over whether to start a podcast or a YouTube channel, the best time to post on social media or which scheduling tool to use. Creating an effective content strategy isn’t about which platforms you use. It’s about publishing the right type of content at the right time. So you can get the results you need. In other words, it’s about content strategy, not tactics.