The Digital Success For Business Podcast

Stop Wasting Time - Build a Content Strategy That Actually Grows Your Business


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Are you churning out social media posts, blogs, reels or emails just to “stay visible”… but still not seeing results?

This episode is your wake-up call. Content without strategy is just noise — and it’s the biggest reason most marketing efforts fall flat. In this episode, we unpack what a real content strategy looks like, how it aligns with your business goals, and how to map it to your audience's buyer journey.

Whether you’re DIYing your digital marketing or leading a team, you’ll walk away knowing how to plan content with purpose, stay consistent, and finally get measurable results.

What You’ll Learn
  • The key difference between content marketing vs. content strategy

  • The biggest risks of creating content without a strategy

  • How to align content to your business goals and buyer journey

  • What types of content to create at each funnel stage

  • How to plan and batch content without burnout

  • Simple frameworks for consistent publishing

  • Real-world examples and content systems that work

    Key Quotes

    “If you're publishing content without a strategy, you're basically shouting into the void and hoping someone hears you.”

    “Every piece of content has a job to do — and that job should align with your business goals.”

    “Consistency beats intensity. It’s not about posting every day — it’s about posting with purpose.”

    Timestamps

    00:00 – Introduction: The Importance of a Content Strategy

    01:12 – Defining Content Marketing vs. Content Strategy
    02:21 – The Risks of No Content Strategy
    03:21 – Mapping Content to Business Goals
    03:53 – Understanding the Buyer Journey
    04:25 – Creating Content for Each Funnel Stage
    05:54 – Consistency in Content Creation
    06:27 – Batching, Calendars, and Repurposing Content
    07:45 – Automating and Outsourcing for Efficiency
    08:37 – Building a Long-Term Content Roadmap
    10:48 – Recap and Next Steps

    Ready to Turn Your Content into Growth?

    If you’re stuck in content chaos — posting just to post — this episode is your permission to pause and rebuild with purpose. Whether you need help creating your 90-day roadmap or want done-for-you content that aligns with your goals, Marketing Leap is here to help.

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    🧭 Next episode: We're talking about building authority online — and how to use content to become the go-to expert in your industry. Don’t miss it!

    About The Host: Leanne Cohens is the Digital Success Coach and owner of the agency Marketing LEAP. With over 25 years of experience as a marketer and over 30 years as a business owner, Leanne helps entrepreneurs grow their businesses through proven marketing strategies.

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