The Self-Makers Podcast | Marketing Strategy & Business Growth for Service Providers

We know the Instagram algorthim hasn't been that great to us over the last couple of months, business across the board are feeling it. However, there are some strategies that are REALLY WORKING to help grow your reach and engagement on Instagram and I'm going to share 8 of them with you in today's episode. These are proven strategies that I'm seeing working for myself and for my clients, and I'm sharing them with you all in this episode!


Enjoy!

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Never run out of good content ideas again with these 9 proven strategies. If you’re running an online business, then you know that you need to be consistently creating GOOD content so that you can increase your visibility and consistently attract beautiful, aligned clients into your world and business.

I’ve got 9 actionable and proven strategies for you inside this episode that is going to help you make content creation feel so much more easeful, save you time and do this all while still staying true to your authenticity.

This is an episode where you want to get out your notes app and a pen and paper. We’re talking actionable strategies that are going to help you generate content ideas, increase your visibility and make more money online.

I’m talking, how to use AI for content creation, how to leverage your competitors to help you create, the power of search engines when it comes to ideas, how you can leverage TikTok for content ideas, how to increase your Instagram Reach AND how to effectively repurpose content so one piece of content can turn into many, saving you so much time and energy.

This one is jam-packed, enjoy!

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Your FREE download, 50 PLUG-AND-PLAY INSTAGRAM HOOKS TO BOOST ENGAGEMENT

The Self-Makers Mastermind Waitlist

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Instagram: @Hey.Hazal

Website: www.heyhazal.com

In this episode, I'm sharing with you a re-recording where I was interviewed by the talented Online Event Expert and Business Coach Sofia Rose Bernardi on her podcast, Rising Coaches with Sofia Rose Bernardi!

We speak about:

- Some of my best marketing strategies to stand out online and how you can use them to sign clients this year and beyond
- Mindset challenges I had to move through in my own business journey
- What I would prioritise if I had to wipe my business clean and start it all over again and more!

I hope you enjoy this episode!

Hazal’s Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal

Website: https://heyhazal.com/

The Self-Makers Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theselfmakerscommunity

Sofia's Links:
Free Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risingcoaches
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofiarosebernardi
Podcast: http://sofiarosebernardi.com/podcast
Free Call: http://sofiarosebernardi.com/chat
Offerings: https://sofiarosebernardi.com/offerings

In this episode, we're delving into some actionable marketing tips that are making big waves right now. From crafting an airtight marketing ecosystem to building strong, personalized connections with your audience, there are some serious actionable strategies that are proven to be working right now.

I cover:

• How to build a rock-solid marketing ecosystem for maximum impact
• The game-changing power of personalization to connect with your audience on a whole new level
• How to collaborate like a pro to skyrocket your visibility and establish yourself as a true leader in your field

And more.

These strategies are the real deal, and one’s my clients are currently using to get some epic results. Let's dive deep into your unique marketing approach and set you up for some serious wins.​

Hazal's Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal
Website: https://heyhazal.com/
The Self-Makers Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theselfmakerscommunity

In this episode I interview my friend and client, Abbey Layton. Abbey is an online fitness coach and nutritionist who helps women prioritize healthy habits over short-term fads. She focuses on strength training, nutrition education, and unwavering support to help women become stronger, improve their gym confidence, and create their dream bodies.

Abbey speaks to the importance of prioritizing healthy habits over short-term fads and shares her approach to helping women achieve long-term sustainable results and discusses the importance of fitness and health for entrepreneurs and provides tips for incorporating healthy habits into a busy schedule.

She also tells us how she sold out her first group program, 66 to Fit, how she creates a community with her audience and creates eye-catching, relatable content.

I hope you love this episode!

Abbey's Links:
Abbey's Abbey J PT Instagram > https://www.instagram.com/abbeyj_pt/
Savvy Money Honey Instagram > https://www.instagram.com/savvymoneyhoney/

Hazal's Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal
Website: https://heyhazal.com/
The Self-Makers Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theselfmakerscommunity

In this episode, I speak to Nivek Harrison, Online Business Manager and the owner of The Virtual Chapter, we speak about the role of systems and processes in growing your business and how virtual assistants and online business managers can support entrepreneurs in helping bring their business visions to life.

We go into the myth that systems and structure stifle creativity. In fact, having systems in place frees up space for more creativity, how structure and processes provide capacity to hold new ideas and inspiration, what to do when you're feeling overwhelmed in business, specific platforms and software Niv recommends and so much more.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I loved recording it with Niv!

Nivek's Links:
Instagram > https://www.instagram.com/thevirtualchapter/
Listen to the Virtual Chapter Podcast > https://thevirtualchapter.buzzsprout.com/
Download Nivek's free gift “70 tasks a Virtual Assistant can do for your coaching business” at https://thevirtualchapter.co/tasks
Nivek's new podcast > https://thevirtualchapter.co/the-vault-unlocked

Hazal's Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal
Website: https://heyhazal.com/
The Self-Makers Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theselfmakerscommunity

In this episode of the Self Makers Podcast, I interview speaking coach and my friend, Dr Kate Cashman.

Kate shares her journey from academia to coaching and explains how she helps professionals and entrepreneurs find their voice and develop their thought leadership. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, meaning, and method in becoming a confident and courageous speaker. Kate also discusses the difference between speaking confidently and speaking courageously, and provides practical tips for overcoming nerves and speaking more effectively.Key Takeaways:

• How mindset is crucial in developing your voice as a speaker and not letting self-doubt or imposter syndrome hold you back.
• Finding your unique voice by being yourself and embracing your natural way of speaking. Authenticity is key.
• Focusing on your audience and what they need. Tailor your message to serve and support them.
• How to develop a golden thread in your speaking to reinforce your key message and make it memorable.
• Don't be afraid to share your thought leadership. You don't have to know everything to be an authority in your field.
  
  I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed speaking with Kate!
  
  Kate's links:
  
  Website: https://www.katecashman.com/
  Soulful Speaking Roadmap: https://katecashman.kartra.com/page/courageousconversations
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_katecashman.com_/?hl=en
  
  Hazal's links:
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal
  Website: https://heyhazal.com/
  The Self-Makers Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theselfmakerscommunity

In this episode, I speak to money mentor and wealth coach Katy Almstrom. She shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming a money coach. She talks about her own experience of transforming her financial situation and how it inspired her to help others.

Katy introduces her Moneywise framework, which focuses on three pillars: connect, direct, and build. She emphasizes the importance of building a healthy relationship with money and being intentional with how we use it. Katy also provides advice for entrepreneurs at different stages of their business, from those just starting out to those looking to scale.

Key Takeaways:

• How building a healthy relationship with money is crucial for financial success.
• The importance of being intentional with how we use our money and prioritize our financial goals.
• Simplifying our business and being strategic with our expenses can help us achieve financial growth.
• Connecting with our money and understanding our mindset around it is essential for long-term financial success.
• Building a team of professionals, such as financial advisors, can provide guidance and support in managing our money.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed speaking with Katy!
Katy's links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katy_almstrom/
Free FB community:www.facebook.com/groups/thesimplifiedbusiness
Free gift:www.katyalmstrom.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/messy-to-magnetic/id1594671912

Hazal's links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal
Website: https://heyhazal.com/
The Self-Makers Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theselfmakerscommunity

In today's episode we have my friend and client Nikita Maddren.

Nikita is a naturopath who specialises in anxiety and hormone health, with a focus on holistic healing and natural remedies, Nikita supports her clients in finding the root causes of their anxiety and implementing lifestyle changes to improve their mental health.

In this episode, Nikita offers advice for entrepreneurs on managing stress and anxiety while growing their businesses. She emphasizes the importance of finding support and guidance, getting to the root causes of anxiety, and implementing lifestyle changes to close stress cycles and find joy.

Nikita also discusses the fear of judgment and offers tips for differentiating oneself in the wellness space. Throughout the conversation, she highlights the importance of authenticity and self-acceptance in attracting the right clients and building a successful business.

We speak to:

• Finding support and guidance to help manage stress and anxiety as an entrepreneur.
• Closing stress cycles through activities like movement, connection, and creative expression.
• Focusing on authenticity and self-acceptance to differentiate oneself in the wellness space.
• Prioritizing self-care and nourishing habits to support mental health and overall well-being.
  
  Nikita's links:
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikita.maddren.naturopathy/
  The Healing Intensive Program: https://nikitamaddrennaturopathy.au/the-healing-intensive
  
  
  Hazal's links:
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal
  Website: https://heyhazal.com/

Myf Galloway is a life and performance coach who helps people ignite their next evolution and live a fulfilling and aligned life.

In this episode, Myf and I discuss the importance of overcoming limiting beliefs in order to achieve our goals. We speak to the power of thoughts and beliefs in shaping our emotions and actions, and practical tips for identifying and changing limiting beliefs.

We speak to:

• How limiting beliefs can hold us back from achieving our goals and living a fulfilling life.
• How our thoughts and beliefs impact our emotions and actions.
• The importance of questioning our beliefs and determine if they are fact or fiction.
• How to create affirmations that actually work
• And so much more!

Myf's links:
Website: https://www.myfgalloway.com/
Book a free results call: https://myfgalloway.ck.page/b62a4c004b
Connect with Myf on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfgalloway/

Hazal's Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey.hazal
Website: https://heyhazal.com/