Simple and Smart SEO: GEO for Shopify and Etsy sellers

Today we discuss optimizing Etsy Shops for better Search Engine Optimization (SEO).

1. Nicole Lewis, an Etsy expert who founded a company, Art 2 the Extreme.

• Nicole was the first to create and sell handmade crayons online.
• Her first custom crayons for children who couldn't grasp traditional crayons.

2. How Nicole defines SEO:

"Effectively using that magical combination of words that describe your service or product to get it in front of your ideal buyer or customer."

3. Critical elements of Etsy SEO:

• Product listings, tags, category, and listing attributes impact SEO.
• The first two sentences in any listing description are crucial.
• Avoid copying title in the listing description.
• "Keyword stuffing" in the Etsy title can result in better Etsy SEO.

5. Final takeaways: These tips improve search discoverability, and maximize sales. 

• A/B test your listings.
• Update your listings for holiday and for press and branding. 
• Join Etsy's affiliate program!
• Diversify and collect emails.

Shop on Etsy (Nicole affiliate link).
Schedule to "Pick Nicole's Brain"

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Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Today's guest is Erin Perkins, founder of Mabely Q and Successible.

We discuss Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and web accessibility for deaf-blind individuals.

Connect with Erin:
Social Media Accessibility Scorecard
Website
Instagram
The Successible Community

Resources:
WebAIM Accessibility: WCAG 2 Checklist
NVDA Screen Reader

1. Erin Perkins shared her experiences as a deaf-blind person navigating the online world.

• Importance of accessibility beyond just websites.
• Current technology (and Ai) helps her stay connected.

2. Erin interpreted SEO as writing content in a way it can be easily found on search engines.

• Benefits of alt text and image descriptions.
• Avoid strung together keywords that make no sense.

3. Erin discussed her difficulties with platforms like Pinterest and Instagram due to their limited accessibility features.

• Platforms often don't consider accessibility during its initial stages.
• Accessibility can be costly to fix.

4. How to use SEO elements for better accessibility:

• Use header tags (H1, H2, H3) correctly for proper website structuring and better accessibility. 
• Not doing so can make it difficult for screen reader users who skim headers for context.

5. Limitations of Ai and accessibility

• Ai hasn't completely mastered the subtleties of accessibility. 
• Transcriptions may not accurately capture certain voices or languages.

6. Tips for web developers to make sites more accessible

• Test websites with a screen reader.
• Shorten sales pages.
• Avoid accessibility overlays.
• Include a website search function.

7. The law and web accessibility:

• 80 - 100 lawsuits per week related to digital accessibility  filed in 2022.
• Most in New York, California, and Florida.
• Most claims: E-commerce websites.

Connect w/ B: YouTube, Website, LinkedIn, Instagram

Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

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Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Join us for a conversation with business owner and dentist, Dr. Jasmine Elmore.

Jasmine defines SEO: the process of making unfindable content findable.

Connect with Jasmine:
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Jasmine is transitioning from a mindset of serving everyone in a healthcare-related field to adopting a more business-oriented approach.

We discuss:

• Importance of social proof in building brand credibility and trust.
• Powerful impact of storytelling in sales and case studies. 
• Benefits of testimonials, case studies, and positive customer experiences for a brand's reputation.

How to recognize the value of specialized skills and charging premium rates:

• Identify target customers, 
• Stay upfront about the costs involved in solutions, 
• Focus on customer problems, 
• Develop confidence in the solution you offer.
• Create case studies in addition to asking for reviews.

Storytelling is an effective tool for engaging audiences: 

• Important in context of sales pages and case studies.
• Walk audiences through every stage of a story, making it relatable and engaging.
• The idea is not to focus on the solution the business provides, but on the problem the potential clients face.

How to  generate and use social proof effectively. 

• Use social proof in social media posts, 
• Feature testimonials throughout a website,
• Incorporate into any form of communication with words (copy).
• Stay vigilant and attentive towards customer experiences. 

How to navigate the dilemma for "helper" mentality 

• Change your mindset: by charging adequate rates to clients who can afford it, they can subsidize free or lower-cost services for those who cannot.
• Ask potential clients specific questions to assess their needs and willingness to commit to her program.

Jasmine talks about her device called the "SOMA". 

• It addresses connections between physical body dysfunction and mental state distortions. Find out more on her Instagram.

Connect w/ B: YouTube, Website, LinkedIn, Instagram

Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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Support the show

Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Today we are talking Local SEO & sales w/ B's dad.

Our conversation ranged from the transition of marketing from older tactics (newspapers, radio, door knocking) to utilizing local SEO to target specific geographical areas.

• The importance of obtaining customer reviews, follow-ups, and creating a smooth testimonial process for customers.
• Honesty is so important in business and the psychology of sales and marketing.
• Marketing should focus on the positives and have a ready answer for any negatives.
• Self-awareness and humility can lead to a more rounded and successful business owner.

1. Dave Herzberg, a window replacement business owner in Raleigh, struggled with understanding and implementing SEO at the beginning.

• The initial explanation of SEO felt like trying to corral smoke, but with Brittany's help, his understanding improved.
• The process of working with Brittany for SEO copywriting involved using relevant keywords to funnel website traffic.
• Local SEO is essential for businesses like Dave's that only cater to clients within a specific geographical range.
• Creating a website that is simple and easy to navigate is crucial to capture and retain people's attention.

2. Dave emphasized the importance of providing clear information on websites without making it too complicated.

• It's important to follow up with customers to get reviews.
• Dave shared the importance of setting expectations and making the process easy.
• Brittany suggested various ways customers can provide testimonials, such as email, voice memo, or video testimonial.
• Crystal mentioned the value of the conversation for business owners who may not have a sales background.

3. Understanding the psychology of sales and marketing can lead to better results.

• Business owners sometimes forget that people want to understand and forgive when mistakes are made.
• Offering customer satisfaction guarantees (not money-back guarantees) can help build trust and confidence in a business.
• Collaborations and giveaways should be strategic and targeted to the desired audience.

Connect w/ B: YouTube, Website, LinkedIn, Instagram

Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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Support the show

Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Today: SEO insights, the importance of valuing one's services,  and encouraging entrepreneurship among listeners.

Special guest on podcast: Jeff Clark, father of co-host Crystal Waddell

Crystal's dad joins us to share what he's learned about SEO from the podcast!

1. Jeff says: Make sure to value yourself and price your services appropriately.

• Consider building clientele at different price points for services.
• Find a balance between giving away information and charging for expertise.
• Find your inspiration; Jeff was inspired by the freedom and desire to put family first in his life.

2. Jeff says: Learn from your mistakes.

• Stressed the importance of owning the building for his second business
• Had a goal of starting each day with $200 in his pocket.
• Discussed the different services and opportunities in lawn care and landscaping industry.

3. Understand the importance of SEO for businesses to attract customers.

• Jeff says: SEO is targeted advertising, attracting customers looking for specific help.
• Jeff says:  SEO would have helped his lawn-care business grow and maintain a customer base.
• Go back and listen to the SEO Dictionary episodes!

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Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

Support the show

Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Our guest today, Angie Colee, is on a mission to destroy the idea that business means stress and struggle.

Entrepreneurship may not be easy, but doesn't mean it should be hard!

Connect with Angie:
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Today Angie interviews US! Listen to B and Crystal discuss SEO strategy, content strategy, tools for keyword research, and utilizing Google search results for improving online presence.

1. Have no fear that AI is here!

• AI in marketing and copywriting is flawed in areas like giving feedback and prompting.
• Instances of AI-generated copy without human editing or proofreading.

2. Steps for an SEO overhaul:

• audit for technical details, 
• update SEO titles and meta descriptions
• give every page a job, and 
• update image titles and alt text
• create a content plan 

3. Need a Quick SEO Win?

• Run Ubersuggest technical SEO audit to fix broken links and other issues.
• Aim for a domain authority score of 15 or higher for small businesses.
• Use SurferSEO

4. Tips for doing keyword research:

• Talk directly to customers to find out the non-jargony words they use.
• Use paid tools like Keywords Everywhere or the free Keyword Surfer plug in.
• Analyze page 1 search results to understand search intent.

Connect w/ B: YouTube, Website, LinkedIn, Instagram

Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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Support the show

Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Our conversation today with Latesha Lynch focuses on SEO, brand messaging strategies and promoting one's business or channel on various platforms.

Latesha Lynch is a marketing coach, consultant, and community builder.

Connect with Latesha!
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Tiktok
YouTube
Podcast

Latesha's Lead Overflowis a free 3-day workshop to help people find their marketing style and create a marketing strategy that works well with that style.

1. Latesha defines SEO as the ability for people to find you anywhere on the internet. 

• Choose keywords based on your niche, content pillars, and what  you want to be known for.
• Choose marketing channels based on their personality and energy type.
• Cohesive brand messaging across platforms starts with knowing one's brand voice, values, mission, and vision.

2. Focus on Simple ways to promote SEO channels.

• Share YouTube videos to other platforms or pull quotes from blog posts.
• Use  email newsletters alongside SEO channels for better implementation.
• Connect problem-aware content to different stages of awareness.
• Building authority through content, and brand messaging.

3. It's important to collaborate and demonstrate clear messaging in marketing.

• B's PET framework: Storytelling broken down into beginning, middle, and end.
• Crystal shares the idea of her YouTube channel called "Knowledge Vomit."
• Clarity in messaging and  showcasing unique knowledge leads to collab opportunities.
• Establish trust through collaborations.

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Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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Support the show

Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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The discussion focused on leveraging Pinterest as an offsite SEO strategy and maximizing its potential to drive traffic to blogs, podcasts, and e-commerce websites.

Mackenzie Armstrong is a Pinterest strategist for bloggers and podcasters.

1. Pinterest is a search engine, not a social media platform.

• Conduct SEO research within Pinterest for better results.
• Promote content on Pinterest ahead of the actual season and use clear, concise graphic designs.
• Pinterest analytics help identify high-performing content and seasonal trends to inform future content strategies.

2. Focus on email list building as a primary call-to-action (CTA) when driving traffic from Pinterest to a website.

• Embed YouTube videos in blog posts rather than directly linking to YouTube from Pinterest.
• Make sure boards on a business account are relevant to the business and convert any irrelevant boards to secret boards.
• Consider creating blog posts about products to help expand the content available for pins.

3. Viewing Pinterest as an offsite SEO strategy can help rank on Google search and increase visibility for blogs, podcasts, and e-commerce websites.

• Emphasis on incorporating SEO throughout Pinterest accounts, including profile descriptions, board names, and pin titles.
• For podcasters or content creators, create seven pins per week, one for each day, related to the content produced.
• Perform keyword research for SEO within Pinterest by typing topics into the search bar and noting suggested keywords.

Sunny’s pre-funnel content episode

Connect with Mackenzie:
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Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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Support the show

Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Kristin Lawton is the Chief Brand Mixologist at District Brand Bar.

She has come on the show to demonstrate the importance of "know, like, trust" in a marketing strategy and how SEO plays a role in each stage.

Connect with Kristin!
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Marketing Style Quiz

Kristin's High-level definition of SEO: making it easier for people to find you on various platforms (e.g. Google, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube).

1.Know, like, trust marketing strategy broken down into stages:

•   Know: Focus on three marketing channels to optimize discovery (e.g. website, Instagram, Facebook groups).
•   Like: Engage with the audience on specific platforms (e.g. Instagram stories/DMs, email, TikTok stitches).
•   Trust: Convert clients through established mechanics (e.g. launches, masterclasses, call to actions).

2. A well-defined client journey is important:

• Build a good client experience, including referral systems and testimonials.
•  Relationship-oriented approach rather than metric/data-driven.
• Establishing a client management system before starting SEO.

3. Storybrand framework for messaging & goal setting:

• Utilize Storybrand framework in messaging.
• Setting yearly goals and breaking them into smaller, manageable tasks. 
• Scheduling six-week planning retreats for organization.
• Tips on simplifying brand and marketing: create a client journey and narrow brand focus.

Connect w/ B: YouTube, Website, LinkedIn, Instagram

Text me your questions or comments!

Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at aise

 Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)

Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?

If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.

I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.

No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at

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Support the show

Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the free, 5-minute self-check →

Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!

Want to follow up on what you've heard? Search the podcast!

AFFILIATE LINKS:

SEO TOOLS :

Keywords Everywhere: My favorite keyword research tool!

Get SurferSEO! The ultimate content creation tool!

E-COMMERCE TOOLS:

Start your Shopify Store! (use my link)

Klaviyo: The leader in Ecommerce Email

Grid and Pixel: Get John and his team's help in setting up your flows and campaigns!

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS:

Metricool (Awesome and easy to use social media scheduler!)

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Join us for a conversation w/ TaVona Denise, master certified life coach and trauma informed business coach.

Connect with TaVona Denise:
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We talk about finding the balance between pricing, personal values, setting boundaries, and leveraging visibility opportunities such as SEO to grow a business without burning out.

TaVona talks pricing:

• Change pricing in order to have a sustainable business.
• Connection between value, worthiness, and pricing.
• How personal beliefs and experiences can affect decisions regarding pricing.
• The fear of pushing people away with pricing.
• Identifying ideal clients: readiness, ability, and willingness to pay.
• Consider personal capacity and lifestyle when setting prices.

TaVona on the nervous system + business:

• The nervous system needs comfort and safety.
• Calm the nervous system by breaking down the numbers.
• Establish boundaries and identifying the "why" behind business decisions to maintain personal values and avoid burnout.
• Create offers in order to maintain a balanced life and business.

TaVona on SEO + online visibility: 

• Leverage visibility opportunities such as SEO and networking to help reach more people and grow the business more efficiently.
• Creating authentic and intentional branding and messaging to attract the right clients and business opportunities.

About TaVona:

• She is a former physical therapist turned master certified life coach and trauma-informed business coach.
• She primarily works with women who have a background in healthcare, helping them transition into the online world of business.
• TaVona explains the importance of being trauma-informed and how the healing process often involves other people.
• A common theme found in healing trauma is addressing issues of worth and value.
• Suggestions for overcoming feelings of unworthiness include talking through the issue and disassociating it from one's value.

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