In this episode of Senior Living Marketing Perspectives, Debbie Howard interviews Sarah Nay, the Chief Operating Officer of Duct Tape Marketing and the founder of Spark Lab Consulting. They discuss the significance of having a comprehensive marketing system and its role in driving predictable growth for businesses. Sarah emphasizes the importance of aligning marketing and operations, sharing strategies to enhance the customer journey, retaining clients, and turning them into advocates. They also explore the critical role of metrics in assessing marketing success and the value of focusing on clients' needs and experiences. Sarah's insights provide valuable guidance for businesses looking to improve their marketing strategies and operations.

Introduction to Duct Tape Marketing and Spark Lab Consulting

• Duct Tape Marketing: A strategic marketing agency with over 25 years of experience.

The Marketing System vs. Marketing Plan

• Comprehensive nature of a marketing system, including strategy, implementation, and metrics.

The Marketing Hourglass

• Understanding the marketing hourglass as a framework for guiding prospects through stages of "know, like, trust, try, buy, repeat, and refer."

Creating Emotional Connections

• Balancing education with storytelling and emotional connection in marketing.

Aligning with Prospects and Post-Close Marketing

• Aligning with prospects on their journey rather than pushing the brand.

Incorporating Fulfillment into Marketing Strategy

• Integrating fulfillment and operations into marketing strategies to ensure a consistent and positive client experience.

Budgeting and Strategy

• The importance of setting aside time for strategic budgeting and avoiding the chase for shiny objects in marketing.

Connect with Sarah Nay:

• Duct Tape Marketing Website: ducttapemarketing.com

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