Marketing that truly acknowledges and values diversity isn’t just important—it's imperative. Creating a welcoming space for everyone can seem complex, maybe even a bit overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Simple accommodations and thoughtful options can go a long way. So what are some ways businesses are implementing inclusive marketing to make their customers feel seen and valued?   In this Deep Dive episode, host April Sunshine Hawkins delves into the realm of inclusive marketing, drawing inspiration from Sonia Thompson’s interview in our last episode (Episode #139). Through her recent experiences with Nashville Children's Theatre, April explores how marketing can be tailored to be more welcoming of neurodiverse audiences. She underscores the importance of embracing all diversity in marketing and offers creative strategies for businesses to help their customers feel a sense of belonging. Tune in for insight and ideas on how you can start expanding your efforts to cater to a wider audience!   Referenced in this episode:    Inclusion and Marketing Podcast Episode #85 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/85-lessons-in-belonging-from-beyonces-renaissance-world/id1604907821?i=1000635016030   Nashville Children's Theatre - https://nashvillechildrenstheatre.org   --   CLARIFY YOUR MARKETING HEADING INTO THE 2024 AND CREATE YOUR FREE BRANDSCRIPT: Storybrand.com/sb7   TURN YOUR WEBSITE INTO A SALES MACHINE WITH THE ULTIMATE WEBSITE TEMPLATE: BusinessMadeSimple.com/Website   HIRE A STORYBRAND CERTIFIED GUIDE TO HELP CREATE THE MARKETING AND MESSAGING YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO GROW: MarketingMadeSimple.com   HELP US DELIVER EVEN MORE VALUE EACH WEEK BY COMPLETING OUR HERO MAKER SURVEY: StoryBrand.com/Survey   STORYBRAND INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/StoryBrand

#140: Inclusivity in Action—How Are You Showing Up For Your Customers?

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CLARIFY YOUR ALL OF YOUR MARKETING AND MESSAGING IN ONLY TWO DAYS! REGISTER FOR THE UPCOMING STORYBRAND MARKETING WORKSHOP HAPPENING MAY 7 & 8, 2024:  StoryBrand.com/Workshop   --   In marketing, there’s always a story to tell. But many business owners forget that it's not their story they should be telling. It's the story of their customer. And when they forget that, it can cause a revenue-draining disconnect and a lack of trust. Instead, it’s critical to address the needs and problems of the customer. So what’s the best way for businesses to shift their focus to a more customer-centric marketing message?    In today’s episode, J.J. and April are joined by Lisa McGuire, a 7-year StoryBrand Certified Guide and marketing expert. Lisa answers the question: “What is one thing you’ve learned that has changed the way you do marketing?“ She explains what role the company should take in the message’s story, and why the customer must always be positioned as the hero. Tune in and discover the importance of empathy and authority in building trust with customers, and how to balance these elements to effectively connect and establish trust.   Contact StoryBrand Certified Guide Lisa McGuire directly at MarketingMadeSimple.com/lisamcguire.   Feeling stuck with your marketing efforts? Maybe your emails aren't hitting the mark or crafting marketing materials is leaving you overwhelmed and frustrated. Well, we've got your back! Call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. If selected, your question could be featured in an upcoming episode where J.J. and April coach you through so you're finally unstuck. Just call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. We can't wait to hear from you!   --   CLARIFY YOUR MARKETING AND CREATE YOUR FREE BRANDSCRIPT: Storybrand.com/sb7   TURN YOUR WEBSITE INTO A SALES MACHINE WITH THE ULTIMATE WEBSITE TEMPLATE: BusinessMadeSimple.com/Website   HIRE A STORYBRAND CERTIFIED GUIDE TO HELP CREATE THE MARKETING AND MESSAGING YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO GROW: MarketingMadeSimple.com   HELP US DELIVER EVEN MORE VALUE EACH WEEK BY COMPLETING OUR HERO MAKER SURVEY: StoryBrand.com/Survey   STORYBRAND INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/StoryBrand

#154: Why Your Brand Story Should Be Less About You And More About Your Customer

Feeling stuck with your marketing efforts? Maybe your emails aren't hitting the mark or crafting marketing materials is leaving you overwhelmed and frustrated. Well, we've got your back! Call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. If selected, your question could be featured in an upcoming episode where J.J. and April coach you through so you're finally unstuck. Just call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. We can't wait to hear from you!   --   Everyone loves a well-designed website. The aesthetic of the right visual effects, colors, and layout can draw the viewer in at first glance. But what happens when the substance of the site falls short? Too many business owners jump the gun and prioritize their website design over the story they’re trying to tell. They jump head-first into what they’re most excited about, without learning how to build the elements of their message in the right order.   In today’s episode, hosts Dr. J.J. Peterson and April Sunshine Hawkins talk with Kris Jones, a StoryBrand Certified Guide with 20 years of marketing experience. Kris takes the hot seat to answer the question: “What’s one big realization that has changed the way you do marketing?” She reveals the a-ha discovery that shifted her approach—and the significant impact this shift had on her clients’ success. Tune in and discover the importance of intentionality in marketing, and how strategy can make all the difference!   Contact StoryBrand Certified Guide Kris Jones directly at MarketingMadeSimple.com/Kris-Jones.   --   CLARIFY YOUR MARKETING AND CREATE YOUR FREE BRANDSCRIPT: Storybrand.com/sb7   TURN YOUR WEBSITE INTO A SALES MACHINE WITH THE ULTIMATE WEBSITE TEMPLATE: BusinessMadeSimple.com/Website   HIRE A STORYBRAND CERTIFIED GUIDE TO HELP CREATE THE MARKETING AND MESSAGING YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO GROW: MarketingMadeSimple.com   HELP US DELIVER EVEN MORE VALUE EACH WEEK BY COMPLETING OUR HERO MAKER SURVEY: StoryBrand.com/Survey   STORYBRAND INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/StoryBrand      

#153: What's More Important in Your Website: Substance or Style?

Feeling stuck with your marketing efforts? Maybe your emails aren't hitting the mark or crafting marketing materials is leaving you overwhelmed and frustrated. Well, we've got your back! Call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. If selected, your question could be featured in an upcoming episode where J.J. and April coach you through so you're finally unstuck. Just call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. We can't wait to hear from you!   --   It’s no secret: so many people are exhausted and overwhelmed these days. So they have to make choices about where they’re putting their attention. Now, think about your brand’s messaging. How are you reaching out? What story are you telling? If people don’t feel like you understand them or care about them, they likely won’t give you any of their precious time. So how can you show them you care and you “get it,” so they will want to hear what you have to say?   In this week’s episode, J.J. and April ask special guest Daniel Bussius the question: “What is something you’ve seen and learned in your marketing career that you know to be true?” Daniel is a StoryBrand Certified Guide and owner of Built By Love, an award-winning digital marketing agency. He reveals the one truth that has remained constant over his 25+ years of experience, regardless of the industry, the size of the business, or what marketing strategies they use. You’ll also walk away with two expert tips that will give your marketing message the greatest impact. Listen in and learn the secrets to cutting through the busy-ness and overwhelm to make sure your customers receive the message they need to hear!   Contact StoryBrand Certified Guide Daniel Bussius directly at MarketingMadeSimple.com/built-by-love.   --   CLARIFY YOUR MARKETING AND CREATE YOUR FREE BRANDSCRIPT: Storybrand.com/sb7   TURN YOUR WEBSITE INTO A SALES MACHINE WITH THE ULTIMATE WEBSITE TEMPLATE: BusinessMadeSimple.com/Website   HIRE A STORYBRAND CERTIFIED GUIDE TO HELP CREATE THE MARKETING AND MESSAGING YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO GROW: MarketingMadeSimple.com   HELP US DELIVER EVEN MORE VALUE EACH WEEK BY COMPLETING OUR HERO MAKER SURVEY: StoryBrand.com/Survey   STORYBRAND INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/StoryBrand

#152: How to Win Attention in a Distracted World

Feeling stuck with your marketing efforts? Maybe your emails aren't hitting the mark or crafting marketing materials is leaving you overwhelmed and frustrated. Well, we've got your back! Call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. If selected, your question could be featured in an upcoming episode where J.J. and April coach you through so you're finally unstuck. Just call 615-649-0705 and let us your name, the name of your business, and what's got you stuck. We can't wait to hear from you!   --   Building a database of warm prospects takes time and dedication. So many times, businesses miss the mark and fail to spot an opportunity that is right in front of them—leaving money on the table. When we have a potential customer’s attention but they’re not yet ready to buy, we want to be sure to keep that communication line open and find a way to follow up. But how do we do that?    In this week's episode, hosts Dr. J.J. Peterson and April Sunshine Hawkins welcome special guest Josh Taylor, a 7-year StoryBrand Certified Guide. They continue the conversation series: "What is something you’ve seen and learned in your marketing career that you know to be true?" You'll discover what Josh does to keep potential customers’ attention, what he offers them, and what he asks in return. Tune in and learn how to turn "not-yet" potential buyers into "take my money" customers!   Contact StoryBrand Certified Guide Josh Taylor directly at MarketingMadeSimple.com/Josh-Taylor.   --   CLARIFY YOUR MARKETING AND CREATE YOUR FREE BRANDSCRIPT: Storybrand.com/sb7   TURN YOUR WEBSITE INTO A SALES MACHINE WITH THE ULTIMATE WEBSITE TEMPLATE: BusinessMadeSimple.com/Website   HIRE A STORYBRAND CERTIFIED GUIDE TO HELP CREATE THE MARKETING AND MESSAGING YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO GROW: MarketingMadeSimple.com   HELP US DELIVER EVEN MORE VALUE EACH WEEK BY COMPLETING OUR HERO MAKER SURVEY: StoryBrand.com/Survey   STORYBRAND INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/StoryBrand

#151: How to Keep (and Captivate) the Attention of Prospective Customers

Frustrated your marketing isn't working? Stuck wondering why customers aren't clicking "buy now"? Imagine turning that around in just five minutes. Get the help you need to clarify your message and grow your business with our free 5 Minute Marketing Makeover video series. Get immediate access to the 5 Minute Marketing Makeover video series at StoryBrand.com/Marketing.   --   In the rush to get noticed and grow, many businesses dive into marketing without really thinking it through. This often means they skip a very important step: making a plan. Jumping straight into marketing tactics without a clear strategy usually leads to wasted time, money, and effort—which of course we’d all like to avoid. But without a guiding light, it’s easy to get lost. So what’s the best way to create a solid strategy that ensures your marketing efforts will be effective, reach the right audience, and get results?   In today’s episode, hosts Dr. J.J. Peterson and April Sunshine Hawkins talk with Jena Gribble, StoryBrand Certified Guide and founder of Blush Cactus, a boutique marketing and branding agency. Jena shares why it's so important to have a good plan before you start marketing and the tool she uses to fast-track the process. You'll learn how to make your message clear, identify your target audience, and set goals you can actually achieve. This approach not only saves you time and money but also boosts your marketing impact. Listen in and discover how to strengthen your marketing and grow your business by reaching the right people in the right way.   Contact StoryBrand Certified Guide Jena Gribble directly at MarketingMadeSimple.com/Jena-Gribble.   --   CLARIFY YOUR MARKETING AND CREATE YOUR FREE BRANDSCRIPT: Storybrand.com/sb7   TURN YOUR WEBSITE INTO A SALES MACHINE WITH THE ULTIMATE WEBSITE TEMPLATE: BusinessMadeSimple.com/Website   HIRE A STORYBRAND CERTIFIED GUIDE TO HELP CREATE THE MARKETING AND MESSAGING YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO GROW: MarketingMadeSimple.com   HELP US DELIVER EVEN MORE VALUE EACH WEEK BY COMPLETING OUR HERO MAKER SURVEY: StoryBrand.com/Survey   STORYBRAND INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/StoryBrand

#140: Inclusivity in Action—How Are You Showing Up For Your Customers?

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