The Messy Desk Podcast

In episode #68, we discuss four things you can do to get more leads from content marketing. This will make your time spent on marketing more productive and more effective. 

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[00:55] Introduction

[02:10] Remind People About Your Lead Magnet

[03:53] Choose Content Topics that Focus on Buyer Intent

[06:43] Incorporate Copywriting into Content

[08:47] Increase Traffic

[10:23] Pro Tip: Work Backwards to Get More Leads

[12:12] Bloopers

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Content Strategy from Scratch workbook
• Copyhackers
• Copyblogger
• Enchanting Marketing
• Funnel Scripts
• Automatic Script
• Closers Copy

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In episode #67, we talk about the myth of multitasking.  Discover the consequences of multitasking and what you must know before you damage your marketing productivity.

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[00:36] Intro

[01:27] What is Multitasking

[02:10] People Can Multitask

[03:30] Why Multitasking is a Myth

[05:22] Consequences of the Multitasking Myth

[08:31] It’s Time To Stop Multitasking

[09:26] Bloopers

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Brain Rules by John Medina

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In episode #66, we break down the three steps to take before you launch your blog, vlog, or podcast. Before you create any content, make sure to do these three things to set yourself up for success.

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[00:50] Introduction

[02:44] Determine a Content Strategy

[06:18] Plan Ahead with a Content Calendar

[08:30] Prepare a Month of Content in Advance

[11:10] Wrap Up

[12:34] Bloopers

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Free Content Strategy from Scratch workbook + optional mini-course

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In episode #65, we talk about what to do when you feel like quitting. Follow this simple process before you decide to walk away or keep going.

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[00:44] The Truth About Quitting

[02:39] To Quit or Not To Quit

[03:36] When You Feel Like Quitting, W.A.I.T.

[10:55] Sometimes When You Feel Like Quitting, You Should

[11:48] It’s Perfectly Normal to Want to Give Up Sometimes

[12:41] Bloopers

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In episode #64, we talk about a three step process to analyze marketing tactics so that you reduce overwhelm and avoid wasting resources when it comes to your marketing.

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[00:59] What Drives Your Marketing Decisions?

[02:59] Step 1: Analyze the Tactic

[04:31] Step 2: Assess the Implementation

[06:01] Step 3: Determine the Sustainability

[07:31] Making Good Marketing Decisions Requires Time

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In episode #63, we talk about how to make the process of planning, producing and promoting your content much more manageable.

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[00:49] Content Marketing Productivity Tips

[01:40] Planning Your Content

[02:55] Producing Your Content

[06:46] Promoting Your Content

[10:28] Commit to These Content Marketing Productivity Tips

[11:22] Bloopers

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The Hero’s Journey
• Asana
• HootSuite
• Buffer
• eClincher
• MeetEdgar
• AgoraPulse

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In episode #62, we talk about how researching the competition can advance your own marketing, which saves you time, money, and effort.

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[00:56] Introduction

[02:03] Choose Your Competition Wisely

[03:16] 1) Marketing Tactics

[05:28] 2) Marketing Frequency

[07:31] 3) Marketing Topics

[08:34] 4) Audience Engagement

[09:31] 5) Market Positioning

[10:47] What to Do Once You’ve Performed Competitor Analysis

[12:06] Bloopers

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In episode #61, we introduce you to a useful strategy that helps you get more done, reduces overwhelm and gets you into the habit of clearing out time for the things that matter most to your business. And who doesn’t want that?

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[00:48] Intro

[02:27] What is Time Blocking?

[05:36] Time Blocking On Your Calendar

[07:25] 3 Time Blocking Benefits

[09:22] Time Blocking isn’t Rigid

[10:05] Bloopers

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Parkinson’s Law

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In episode #60, we talk about nine tips that will speed up your content creation and improve your marketing productivity.

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[00:52] Introduction

[02:34] Start with Content Goals

[03:44] Outline Your Content 

[04:44] Start Writing at the Middle or End

[06:02] Separate Content Creation Into Stages

[07:26] Work in a Distraction-Free Zone

[08:05] Choose Your Optimal Working Hours

[08:52] Form Good Habits That are Sustainable

[09:48] Speak Your Thoughts

[10:53] Make Use of Tools

[11:37] Outsourcing

[12:35] Bloopers

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In episode #59, we reveal how you can prioritize your marketing tasks so that everything is more manageable.

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[00:36] Introduction

[01:48] Marketing Strategy Missteps

[02:50] How to Prioritize Your Marketing Tasks

[10:00] You Win When You Prioritize Your Marketing Tasks

[11:03] Bloopers

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