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3 Simple Ways to Save Money on SEO Using PPC | Ep. #314
In Episode #314, Eric and Neil discuss 3 simple ways to save money on SEO using PPC. Tune in to learn the importance of knowing the right keywords to use in SEO so you won’t end up wasting money or time. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 3 Simple Ways to Save Money on SEO Using PPC 00:38 – Everyone looks at pay-per-click as an expense but it’s not a bad expense 00:49 – From an SEO perspective, it takes a long time 01:00 – The first way to save money is to target the right keywords 01:05 – You can use Google Keyword Planner, UberSuggest or Keyword.io 01:11 – “Volume isn’t everything if people don’t purchase from those keywords—no matter how many visitors you get, it’s useless” 01:19 – With PPC, you can test out words and phrases and when you see conversion, start targeting from organic search perspective 01:35 – If you want to scale, use AdWords Editor to move things faster 02:00 – If you have a brand keyword, a competitor can start to categorize you as the brand owner 02:48 – Focus your SEO first on non-seasonal based terms 03:10 – It costs the same time and money with seasonal-based keywords 03:22 – Go to Google Trends, type the terms and make sure it’s not in the seasonality 03:38 – After the terms get consistent traffic all year round, then go for the seasonal terms 04:03 – More consistent income is better than the income that goes up and down over a few months 04:15 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: PPC is an expense, but it is NOT a bad expense—test if it’s right for you. While SEO can be cheaper, it takes time and testing to see which works best. If you have a brand keyword, keep it, as a competitor will start to see you as the brand owner. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Ways to Collect Email Addresses Without Being Spammy | Ep. #967
In episode #967, we count out 7 creative ways to add to your email list without being spammy. Tune in to hear our tactics for collecting email addresses. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Creative Ways to Collect Email Addresses Without Being Spammy [00:33] 1: Spin the Wheel. [00:45] As long as you offer something of value, people will be excited about it. [00:48] 2: Add little yellow boxes and get them to opt-in to offers. [01:03] 3: Block off content. [01:15] Make a portion of the content accessible only if someone enters an email address. This could also just be bonus content. [01:44] 4: Create cloaked links and drive people back to an offer. Try Pretty Links. [02:22] 5: Create quizzes. [02:34] Collect enough info for a full lead. [02:41] 6: Use Outgrow to put calculators on your site. [02:54] 7: Use MobileMonkey to opt-in to your Facebook Messenger list and your email list. [03:13] That’s it for today! [03:15] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Ways to Monetize Your Podcast | Ep. #969
In episode #969, we discuss 7 creative ways to monetize your podcast. Tune in to hear how you can actually make money from a podcast. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Creative Ways to Monetize Your Podcast [00:32] 1: Use advertising. [00:45] Some podcasts have ads before, during, and after the show. This is a great way to monetize. [01:10] Podcast attention is highly rated right now. [01:20] 2: Throw your own live event. [01:30] Charge admission. [01:58] People who listen to podcasts are often in a high income bracket. [02:11] MeUndies spends a third of their marketing budget on Podcasting. [02:30] 3: Subscriptions. [02:40] Asian Podcasters monetize through subscriptions. [03:16] 4: Sell info-products. [03:57] 5: Sponsorships and VIP experiences. [04:16] Our live event is sponsored and we are also offered premiere experiences at a cost, which is how we avoided charging people for the event itself. [04:27] 6: Affiliate commission. [04:45] Promote someone else’s product using a unique URL and get a kickback from the company you are promoting. [05:04] 7: Promote physical products. [05:15] One Podcaster promotes the Freedom Journal. [05:30] That’s a great income stream. [05:40] That’s it for today! [05:46] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Email Marketing Hacks That You Aren’t Leveraging (But Should) | Ep. #867
In episode #867, we discuss 7 email marketing hacks that you probably aren’t leveraging. Tune in to hear what tactics you shouldn’t take for granted. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Email Marketing Hacks That You Aren’t Leveraging (But Should) [00:45] 1: Have a super-signature at the bottom of your email. [01:12] 2: Clean your lists. [01:40] If you keep sending emails to people who don’t open them, Gmail will push them to spam. [02:41] 3: Use Sender Score to see if you are being blacklisted. [03:04] 4: Re-send your email to those that didn’t open it (with slight tweaks). [03:48] 5: Instead of putting a bunch of links in your email, keep it simple. [04:10] 6: Don’t send HTML based emails with templates. [05:06] 7: Write nine word emails. [05:15] When you do this, it should be right to the point. [05:33] It’s a great way to get a conversation started. [05:49] That’s it for today! [05:52] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Mistakes We Made From Our First Conference | Ep. #1079
In episode #1079, we discuss the mistakes we made while putting on our first conference. Tune in to hear what went wrong and how we dealt with it. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Mistakes We Made From Our First Conference [00:35] Check out the Marketing School Live videos we posted online! [00:50] We had a couple of last-minute hiccups, because there was a lot of miscommunication. [01:30] Another mistake was that the food was amazing, but there were no vegetarian options. [01:57] We didn’t have an emcee. [02:45] Not charging for tickets hurt us a little bit. [03:00] There wasn’t an easy way to digest and download all the information we shared. [04:22] Eric underestimated the amount of work it would take to get butts in seats. [04:38] Neil thinks that even though people say they are going to come, not everyone actually shows up. [04:54] Last minute, they had a bunch of open seats that they needed to fill. [05:21] That’s it for today! [05:28] We are going to take applications for live intensive sessions. Just go to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Things Every Marketer Should Configure in Google Analytics | Ep. #94
In Episode #94 Neil and Eric highlight the 7 things EVERY marketer should configure in Google Analytics. Listen to learn about the things you already configured, the things you need to work on, and the things that are actually applicable to your business. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 Things Every Marketer Should Configure in Google Analytics 00:40 – Make use of advanced segments 01:10 – Create a segment for each country you’re catering to 01:57 – Hook in AdWords with Google Analytics 02:19 – Hook in Google Search Console to Google Analytics 03:02 – Make sure you’re converting goals 03:25 – Callrail 03:46 – Scroll down to your segments and check the organic traffic 05:52 – Make sure you have the right Google Analytics reports 06:33 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Google Analytics has a ton of features; make sure you’re making the most out of them. You can interlink Google applications to each other to help out in providing results. It’s important to get the right reports for your type of business. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Things to Consider Before You Start Accepting Guest Blogs | Ep. #317
In Episode #317, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 things to consider before you start accepting guest blogs. Tune in to learn how you can carefully evaluate your potential guest bloggers so that your website maintains its quality and consistency. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Things to Consider Before You Start Accepting Guest Blogs 00:35 – First is to make sure that you’re ready to deal with spam 00:41 – There are people who will try to sell links on your website, which will get you penalized by Google 00:48 – Be sure that whatever you’re accepting, people aren’t shoving in irrelevant links 01:00 – Second is to ask for 3 links to their most impressive articles 01:11 – It will give you a quick idea of their writing style 01:24 – You still want to add value 01:42 – Make sure that the people are authoritative 01:49 – Authoritative people won’t pass junk 02:05 – Make sure the content quality stays high 02:10 – Fourth is to ask why they want to do it 02:40 – Fifth is when accepting guest posts, make sure you’re still building a community 03:05 – Make rules for these people so there will still be growth 03:40 – Sixth is to ask for a couple of potential article titles and what will be a good fit for the website 03:58 – It can be an evaluation point 04:24 – Seventh is you want to keep new and fresh content; run their content on Copyscape to check its authenticity 04:55 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Watch out for guest blogs who will try to sell links on your website. Ask questions that will help you evaluate the guest blogger’s motive and relevancy for your website. Make sure you’re building a community within your guest blogs and make them adhere to your rules for consistency. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Skyrocket Your YouTube Channel Views #1877
In episode #1877, Neil and Eric talk about how to make your YouTube views explode. From catchy titles to enticing thumbnails, there is no shortage of ways to captivate audience attention. Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Skyrocket Your YouTube Channel Views [00:36] #1: Promote videos hard within the first 24 hours of release. [01:37] #2: Focus on your optimizing video thumbnail. [02:13] #3: Evoke curiosity through your titles. [02:27] #4: Stay consistent with your content. [02:46] #5: A video to watch if you want to know how to make engaging content. [03:09] #6: Have a consistent schedule. [03:35] #7: Ask people questions in the middle of your video; it helps virality. [03:57] That’s it for today! [03:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: MrBeast on YouTube Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Tank Your YouTube Views #1878
In episode #1878, Neil and Eric talk about the ways you can tank your YouTube views. From videos that are too short to those that don’t hook people early on, there are many ways you can trip up. Tune in to hear them all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Tank Your YouTube Views [00:55] #1: Try to talk about everything; casting the net wide won’t work. [01:15] #2: Short videos don’t keep viewers on YouTube for long. [01:35] #3: Zoom videos suck. [02:05] #4: Uploading audio videos to YouTube. [02:43] #5: Changing up the thumbnails too much. [03:21] #6: Not hooking people properly. [03:40] #7: Talking about things you are not an expert in. [03:00] That’s it for today! [04:38] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Mindvalley Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Few Slick Ways to Get Ahold of Your Leads | Ep. #970
In episode #970, we discuss a few ways to get in touch with leads. Tune in to hear the crafty ways we try to reach leads. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Couple Slick Ways to Get Ahold of Your Leads [00:35] Try text messages. [00:40] Sending one with the person’s name and a question mark may be enough to get their attention. [00:45] It’s one way to start a conversation. [00:55] Facebook Messenger is another useful tool. [01:05] Mobile Monkey or ManyChat are ways to broadcast through Messenger. [01:20] Schedule a call right when you get their attention. [01:34] You can always follow up with text-based reminders. [01:48] ScheduleOnce and HubSpot will help you get this done. [02:15] Text message open rates are somewhere near 99%. [02:40] If you call a lead within the first five minutes, your chance of closing the sale will increase. [03:03] Throw a live event and invite your leads. [03:15] The in-person touch-point has proven successful. [03:41] That’s it for today! [03:44] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Cryptoys CEO joins us, raising $23.6M from a16z, building an NFT brand, Doodles and Pharrell
In many ways, the NFT world is still in such an early stage of development that there’s no real playbook that entrepreneurs or creators can follow for building their businesses, especially if they want to scale. Today on the show we get together with Will Weinraub, CEO and Co-Founder at OnChain Studios, to talk about how he originally created Cryptoys as a gift for his daughter, the strategies they’re using to scale their product, and some of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs in the Web3 space today. Tuning in, you’ll learn about Cryptoys’ partnership with Mattel, how the world-famous toy company is leaning into innovation by embracing digital toys for kids, and why it’s so important to find the right partner to help you build your vision in the Web3 space. We also unpack why storytelling is an essential skill for entrepreneurs to master and reflect on recent developments in the crypto space, including the news that Solana will launch a new smartphone in 2023 and Doodles’ decision to appoint Pharrell Williams as their Chief Brand Officer. Tune in for key insights from one of the most passionate leaders in the Web3 space, and much more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [01:49] Get to know today’s guest, Will Weinraub CEO and Co-Founder at OnChain Studios. [05:21] How Will’s daughter inspired the creation of Cryptoys. [08:52] The three pillars that form the foundation of Will’s business strategy: toys, gaming, and entertainment. [09:36] Insights into how Cryptoys plans to scale. [11:44] How Cryptoys became connected with Mattel and why they are ideal partners. [14:28] The challenges of communicating an entirely new vision during a pitch meeting. [20:50] Why storytelling is one of the most important skills an entrepreneur can invest in. [23:13] Why good storytelling is the equivalent of good communication. [24:33] Will shares his approach to recruiting. [27:08] How to recruit and retain top talent in the Web3 space. [31:23] Our thoughts on some of the liquidations that have been happening in the crypto space. [33:48] Some of the exciting developments happening at Doodles, including their partnership with Pharrell Williams! [37:32] Our thoughts on Solana’s plans to release a smartphone in 2023. [41:25] An overview of Shopify’s decision to add NFT gated features and what it means for the broader NFT culture. [47:24] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [47:25] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. “The NFT World is getting more competitive every day, and you don’t want to get left behind! Learn how to grow your NFT project: www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpOfficial” Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
How Paid Advertising is Actually Dying | Ep. #957
In episode #957, we discuss how paid ads are dying. Tune in to hear why this method doesn’t give you a good ROI anymore. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: How Paid Advertising is Actually Dying [00:40] The revenue isn’t dying, but the costs are getting so expensive, it’s hard for businesses to get a good ROI. [01:10] So much VC money is getting wasted on ad spending. [02:05] You need to think about upsells and downsells. [02:40] Think of all the possible outlets you can use to push your upsells and downsells. [03:30] The biggest companies in China are not ad platforms, which is different here in the US. [03:50] In the US, the podcasting market is worth $314 Million, whereas in China it’s $3 Billion. [04:15] China is better at monetizing, but we’re getting there. [04:16] That’s all for today! [04:40] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
How to Design Lead Nurturing & Lead Scoring Campaigns | Ep. #99
In Episode #99 Eric and Neil share how you can design lead nurturing and lead scoring campaigns for your business. Listen to know whether you’re on the right track in nurturing and scoring your leads, when you need to set up a reengagement process, and when it’s just time to let go of a lead. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: How to design lead nurturing and lead scoring campaigns 00:42 – Google about Marketing Funnel – SingleGrain and Kissmetrics 01:01 – What SingleGrain does 01:48 – When people opt in, tag them in a certain way 02:00 – Don’t ask too many questions on a page 02:10 – Break down the process into 3 pages 02:45 – Take the best leads and cross reference with tools 03:30 – Lead scoring leads 04:02 – Drip and Infusionsoft 04:24 – When your threshold is reached, mark them as a qualified lead 05:07 – Nurture and have a good marketing funnel 05:47 – If the lead isn’t engaged, they aren’t likely going to close 07:04 – Make a reengagement campaign 07:36 – Frank Kern Setting Up Contingencies 08:04 – You have to plan first before diving in 08:31 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: It’s all about the messaging and who you’re taking to. The biggest mistake you can do is to put all your questions on one page. If there’s no engagement, the lead wouldn’t probably close. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
How to Put On A Simple Brand Building Event | Ep. #848
In episode #848, we discuss how to put on a simple brand building event. Tune in to hear what you can do to help build your brand with a live event. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: How to Put On A Simple Brand Building Event [00:35] Last year, we had a Q&A event in LA. [01:15] We spent $3000 and made $2500, so we only lost $500. [01:30] Start small and be ok with losing money. [01:40] It’s important to have the right audience in attendance, [02:25] Having the right people will give you a greater ROI. [03:26] If you want to speak to the people you want to reach, think about what they would pay, what they would want out of the event, etc. [03:50] Most companies generate some amount of business from networking. [04:30] If it’s not high-ticket, you will lose money. [05:12] If you are small, start small and have just one audience draw speaking at your event. [05:53] That’s it for today! [05:57] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
How to Respond to Poor Reviews | Ep. #1098
In episode #1098, we discuss how you should deal with poor reviews. Tune in to hear how we deal with negative reviews. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s Topic: How to Respond to Poor Reviews [01:00] The first thing you should do is see why you are getting poor reviews. [01:10] Then tell people how you are tackling the problem. [02:38] Eric’s business has a three-star review on Glassdoor. [02:56] He thinks they gave a thoughtful answer to the comment. [04:05] Eric and Neil don’t tend to give businesses bad reviews. [04:22] They prefer to deal with it in person or in a personal fashion. [04:56] That’s it for today! [05:05] To attend our Growth Accelerator Mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Should You Document or Create Content? | Ep. #332
In Episode #332, Eric and Neil discuss if you should document or create content. Tune in to learn the difference between documenting and creating a content and why your personality and lifestyle are key factors for deciding what’s best for you. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: Should You Document or Create Content? 00:38 – Instead of thinking about your new content, why not just document what you’re doing 00:47 – Logic is, when you document what you’re doing, people can pick up lessons from that 01:00 – Gary V and Casey Neistat are always vlogging and there is still so much information you can gain from them 01:12 – Gary V usually just walks around in his office and shows his daily life 01:31 – It will also depend on your personality type 01:49 – Neil describes himself as a creator, so he creates videos with new information 02:15 – Focus on what works for you 02:49 – Eric can do both, but he prefers to create videos and plan ahead of time 03:15 – Having a process is important 03:32 – Eric is currently creating a reality series where they go into people’s offices 03:55 – Eric is experimenting 04:00 – Don’t force yourself into something that you’re not naturally good at 04:08 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: When you document your daily routine, it’s amazing what people can learn from watching you. Do what works best for you and what you’re comfortable doing. You can always experiment with both documenting what you do and creating content to see what fits you and your lifestyle. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Should You Go Freemium?| Ep. #979
In episode #979, we discuss whether it pays to give out freemium services. Tune in to hear whether you should offer freemium plans to your customers. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Should You Go Freemium? [00:47] Freemium isn’t just SaaS, it works in so many different fields and categories. [01:04] Freemium is a service that is free with basic functions, but if you want more functionality, you need to pay. [01:43] Ora Brush is a free tongue cleaner, but they also sell other oral health accessories. [02:06] Some people will even give away free book chapters to encourage the purchase of the full book. [02:30] Hubspot’s CRM is free. [03:14] Profitwell is a services business that is free. [04:00] If you want 100 paying customers, you will need 2000 freemium users. [04:33] There is software for everything with competitors for each field. [04:55] It’s harder to convert and freemium will cost you money. [05:09] Freemium is a marketing channel. [05:55] Ubersuggest gets about 9700 visitors per day. [06:17] That’s it for today! [06:30] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
The ONLY Two Things Your Company Needs To Focus On During This Recession #2195
In episode #2195, Neil and Eric talk about the only two things your company needs to focus on during this recession. When a recession hits our first instinct is often to focus on cutting costs. But there are other ways to survive a recession, and even thrive. Tune in to learn how to shift your focus to generating income, fostering growth, and succeed in the current economic climate. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: The ONLY Two Things Your Company Needs To Focus On During This Recession. [00:29] Why generating income should be your main focus during a recession. [00:55] Why marketing tends to be cheaper during a recession. [01:19] The importance of focusing on profitability during an economic downturn. [02:53] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:58] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
The Social Network That’ll Drive You More Traffic Than Facebook | Ep. #642
In episode #642, Eric and Neil discuss the social media site that will drive more traffic to your site. Tune in to hear which social network you should be leveraging and what tactics you need to use. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: The Social Network That’ll Drive You More Traffic Than Facebook [00:36] The social network that will get you more traffic than Facebook is LinkedIn! [00:45] It’s not popular, but it works better. [01:05] After the Microsoft acquisition, LinkedIn has stepped up their game. [01:14] When you post on LinkedIn, the post stays up longer and you get more engagement. [01:27] Facebook can do whatever they want, while LinkedIn is starving for content and needs to compete. [02:02] If you want organic traffic, use LinkedIn. [02:12] When Neil posts a video on LinkedIn, he gets anywhere from twice to seven times as many views as he would on Facebook. [03:03] To succeed on LinkedIn: take your video content and put it on LinkedIn. [03:11] To succeed on LinkedIn: Take the audio from your video content, turn it into a podcast and post on LinkedIn. [03:33] To succeed on LinkedIn: Post your blog posts on LinkedIn. [03:45] However, with blog posts you should put the title, first two paragraphs, and then a link to your site for the rest. [04:01] Engage with other groups and members. [04:16] That’s it for today! [04:20] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#1 Go-To Headline Formula If You’re Out Of Ideas #1619
The Number 1 Go-To Headline Formula If You Are Out of Ideas In episode #1619, we share the number one go-to headline formula that you can use if you are out of ideas. It may sound simple but just sticking to the task of telling people how you can solve their problem in your headline is what will make the difference for you. This combined with good research through surveys and customer conversations will ensure that you are getting the most out of your headlines. Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Number 1 Go-To Headline Formula If You Are Out of Ideas. [00:34] Telling people the solution to their problem in your headline! [00:44] Acknowledge the problem while describing how you can help. [01:50] Compiling information through surveys for your stock of ideas. [02:51] That’s it for today! [02:56] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#1 Marketing Skill That Will Get You Hired in 2021 (Hint: Not SEO or PPC) | Ep. #1535
In episode #1535, we give you the one marketing skill that will get you hired in 2020 – and it is not SEO or PPC! As Andrew Chen famously said, “All marketing channels eventually go to shit.” This means that if you still want to get seen, you need to start thinking more creatively! Tune in to hear more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 1 Marketing Skill That Will Get You Hired in 2021. [00:38] Creativity is the number one skill that will get you hired! [00:48] Our marketing channels ‘eventually go to shit,’ so success requires creativity. [01:18] Russel Brunson’s MP3 player strategy as an example of creative marketing. [01:30] Neil’s creative branding strategy that is using the TV commercial format. [02:02] Getting around ‘banner blindness’ by keeping things fresh. [02:39] How Eric and his team got more creative in their Consulting School program. [03:10] The need for more truly creative people and what skills they should have. [03:35] Knowledge of execution will take your value one step further. [03:56] Iterating quickly, a common discussion in Eric’s Consulting School program. [04:24] That’s it for today! [04:25] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Andrew Chen Russel Brunson Facebook Ad Library Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#1 Productivity Hack for Working From Home | Ep. #1501
In episode #1501, we talk about the number one productivity hack for working from home! The right kind of checklist for your day, can help you get so much done and reach bigger goals over time. Tune in to hear all about this helpful hack and our tips for making the most of each day, and building towards greatness over time! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Number 1 Productivity Hack for Working From Home. [00:34] The power of daily checklists and linking them to annual goals. [01:41] Jeff Bezos’ rule of three big decisions each day. [02:08] The problem with long, shit-to-do lists. [03:08] There is no need to overcomplicate your goals for the day! [03:25] Keeping a checklist manageable — this will help you get through it. [03:46] Starting with the toughest task on the list, first thing in the morning. [04:02] Meditation and exercise can help boost your productivity too! [04:49] That’s it for today! [04:52] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jeff Bezos Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#1 Way to Grow Your Instagram Following | Ep. #1522
In episode #1522, Neil and Eric share their number one way to grow your Instagram following. You will hear about the importance of collaboration and leveraging the audiences of other influencers in the space. Be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Number One Way to Grow Your Instagram Following. [00:44] Neil’s Instagram growth tip – Go live with other popular people on the platform. [01:26] Collaboration is the key to growth on any platform. [01:44] How engaging with influencers has helped Eric grow his page. [02:47] That’s it for today! [02:47] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#1 Way to Scale Your Marketing | Ep. #1521
In episode #1521, Eric and Neil share their takes on the number one way to scale your marketing. Eric explains why he thinks you should start with a great culture, and Neil offers his insights into documentation and processes. Be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Number One Way to Scale Your Marketing. [00:37] Eric’s scaling tip – Look at what the big companies are doing around culture. [01:05] The link between good culture, marketing, and scaling. [01:55] A team of very good marketers is still better than one outstanding individual. [02:35] Neil’s scaling tip – Make processes around things that are working. [03:09] Break down the things that don’t work and lessons learned. [03:47] Get the mundane stuff in order. [03:57] Resources to learn about scaling. [04:31] That’s it for today! [04:31] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Marie Poulin Delivering Happiness Tony Hsieh Zappos Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#10: How to Find Your First Marketing Job
In Episode #10 Eric and Neil help you decide where to start out for your first marketing job. They weigh the pros and cons of an agency or working in house, and they discuss what really matters most—your learning and growth. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – What should your first marketing job be? 00:45 – Agency vs. in house 01:10 – Where should people should go? – Agency. 01:40 – The poker analogy 02:10 – Becoming a well-rounded marketer 02:45 – Getting into the agency world 03:05 – Growth potential 03:45 – Break Media 04:25 – Agency people typically have higher skills and more experience 05:25 – Neil’s experience at a startup 06:45 – Where’s the company at? 07:10 – “Are you growing or not?” 07:30 – Opportunities will continue to come as you learn and grow 08:20 – Experience is worth more than the pay 08:40 – Subscribe to this podcast and leave a rating and review! 3 Key Points: Starting at an agency will give you a better learning environment. Your first salary should not be as important as the experience and opportunity for growth. Once you get in the door and continue gaining experience, the better opportunities will come. Resources Mentioned: Break Media (now Defy Media) – A company that produces online video content Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#11: The Value of Customer Feedback
In Episode #11 Eric and Neil discuss the value of customer feedback. Reaching out to your audience when you’re starting your business and as your business is developing will help your company to continue to grow and see success. Find ways to consistently get the truth from your customers—take even the negative feedback into consideration. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – Why and how should you collect customer feedback? 00:40 – What is customer feedback? 01:09 – “All that matters is what your customers are telling you.” 01:25 – The value of negative feedback 01:40 – “You can’t live in the black box.” 02:10 – Solve the customer’s problem 02:30 – Eric and Neil’s mistake when they built a blog was to leave out the audience 03:15 – Customers will drive your business in the long run 03:30 – Why people choose certain brands 03:50 – “Delight your customers.” 04:15 – Survey your customers and your competitor’s customers 04:50 – How often do you survey your customers? – Once a month at least. 05:00 – Do something about problems that come up. 05:20 – Buffer and Zapier have outstanding customer support 05:40 – Calling the clients to see how they’re doing 06:00 – Ask them: “If you had a bottomless budget, what would you have us do for you?” 06:45 – Don’t freak out about negative feedback 07:05 – Look at the volume of good vs. bad feedback 07:20 – Don’t bribe people to give you feedback. 07:50 – You want the truth. 08:00 – Requesting a testimonial from a happy customer 08:30 – Intercom helps you interact with customers 09:00 – Managing live chat on your website 09:30 – Leave a rating or review if you enjoyed the show today! 3 Key Points: Don’t ignore negative feedback. A good customer relationship will drive your business. Consistently take time to gather feedback and see what problems are coming up. Resources Mentioned: Buffer and Zapier – Two companies that are renowned for their incredible customer support Intercom – A company that can help you interact and get feedback from your customers Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#12: How to Build Premium Quality Backlinks to Boost Rankings
In Episode #11 Eric and Neil discuss premium quality backlinks. They’ll explain what the heck that means, and they’ll give you clear tools to help you create the best backlinks. As you find ways to connect people with your content, using the resources available to you and being proactive will drive up your rankings in no time. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – How can you build premium quality backlinks? 00:45 – Get to the top of Google with backlinks and content 01:00 – Big websites have a high domain authority 01:25 – Backlinks are a vote of confidence 01:40 – You will up your rankings with better backlinks 01:55 – Network with people you know already 02:10 – Give each other value by posting on each other’s blogs 02:30 – Buzzsumo ranks most popular blog posts 2:45 – Take those posts and turn them into infographics 03:00 – Use Dribbble.com and Ahrefs.com to see who has linked to that post, and share your infographics with those readers 03:40 – Infographics can do even better than the original data-driven blog posts 04:30 – Your site will rank higher 04:40 – The Skyscraper Technique (from Brian Dean of Backlinko) 05:00 – Find who is sharing and linking certain content 05:30 – Find a way to expand the most popular content 06:00 – Reach out to people to share your newer, better content 06:25 – Making something that is better than what’s already out there 06:55 – Broken Link Checker and Ahrefs 07:25 – Create a better version of content that is no longer on the internet 08:00 – Reach out to the sites that have the dead links, and offer them your new version of the content 08:25 – Find resource pages and request that they link to your content 09:00 – Find people who are willing to be guest bloggers 09:25 – Get access to publishers and use their links 10:00 – PRServe 10:15 – Revolutionizing the PR industry 10:40 – You pay them only when your content gets in the press. 11:00 – The service drove more customers for Eric and Neil 12:00 – Subscribe to get content daily! 3 Key Points: Premium quality backlinks will boost your rankings. Start with people you already know, and then utilize online tools to create better backlinks. Create the best version of the most popular content on the web. Resources Mentioned: Buzzsumo – A resource to find the most popular content on the internet right now Dribbble.com – A resource to help you design infographics Ahrefs.com – Tracks backlinks and keywords for you and your competitors Backlinko – Brian Dean’s blog with helpful insights to strong web content Broken Link Checker – How to find dead links on the internet PRServe – A PR agency that only requires payment when your blog gets publicity Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#13: How to Stay Consistent with Your Blog Content
In Episode #13 Eric and Neil provide useful tips to help you stay consistent with your blog content. They’ll talk about the value of consistent posts, and they’ll give you the resources you need to keep producing content and stay organized. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – How to stay consistent with content output 00:55 – Neil’s blog Quick Sprout and what happened when he took a break from blogging 01:15 – Keep on top of your blog 01:40 – Block out time to create your content 02:27 – If you’re not sure what to write on, go to Buzzsumo.com 02:40 – Find a blogger online and clearly label what you need from them. Ask for writing samples and know their rate. 03:20 – Pay should be between $50 to $200 for one blog post 03:40 – Schedule out your content with your writers 03:55 – Publish posts once you have a backlog of posts 04:10 – You will speed up with blog writing as you keep doing it 04:30 – You have to have a content bank 04:50 – Create an editorial calendar 05:20 – See what’s going to be posted in the future, and let people know what’s coming 05:30 – The calendar is a helpful tool for a book launch 06:00 – Editorial calendars will help you with organization 06:15 – The calendar helps you know what you should be writing on 06:35 – It will help you make sure you are targeting the right people 07:30 – Tools for an editorial calendar 07:35 – Coschedule is what Eric and Neil use 08:15 – Editorial Calendar plugin on WordPress 08:30 – Start out your blog at a pace that you can handle 09:10 – You need to have a process for writing 09:35 – A process can be handed off easily to other writers 10:00 – Make sure you don’t make things too complicated 10:45 – Leave a rating and review, and please subscribe! 3 Key Points: Have a backlog of content ready to post to your blog. Create an editorial calendar to help you stay organized and know what you should be writing about. Develop a process that can easily be handed off to other writers. Resources Mentioned: Quick Sprout – Neil’s blog Buzzsumo.com – A tool to help you find new topics to write about CoSchedule and Editorial Calendar plugin – Two tools you can use to create an editorial calendar Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#14: Leveraging Facebook Live as a Marketing Tool
In Episode #14 Eric and Neil encourage you to use cu. Learn how to create engaging videos and build up your brand and customer base. Eric and Neil will give you simple, straightforward guidelines to leverage the future of Facebook. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – How to leverage Facebook Live 00:35 – It allows you to broadcast what you’re doing live. 01:00 – It’s a more personal experience with your customers 01:15 – Videos on Facebook will continue to grow 01:30 – The importance of Facebook Live 01:40 – Videos are pushed to the top of a newsfeed 02:00 – You get more comments, views, and shares 2:30 – Competitors, like Snapchat and YouTube 03:00 – This is one way to build a brand 03:15 – An opportunity to stand out and get people to buy from you 03:30 – Neil’s experience with Facebook Live is that the longer you stay on, the more people will view it 04:00 – Likes, shares, and comments will get your video to do better 04:30 – Neil does a Q and A on his live videos to get more comments 04:50 – Waiting rooms before a live video 05:35 – Playing two live videos at once 06:00 – Educational videos can drive business 06:30 – If you want the most engagement, announce your video the day before 06:50 – Timing makes a huge difference. Be consistent with when you do a Facebook Live video. 07:40 – Facebook Insights will let you know when your followers are most active on your page 08:05 – You need a verified account 08:25 – Leonard Kim’s article on how to get a verified page 08:58 – You want to reach an audience beyond your Facebook friends 09:25 – Test what material has most engagement 09:55 – Tweet @NeilPatel and @EricOsiu if you think news would be an interesting topic for live videos 10:35 – Leave a rating and review, and please subscribe! 3 Key Points: Facebook Live will continue to grow and become a prominent platform on Facebook. Use Facebook Live as a marketing tool to develop your brand. Find the most effective way to get people engaged in your videos. Resources Mentioned: Facebook Live – A new and growing tool that will help you build your brand Facebook Insights – How to find out when your follows are most active Leonard Kim’s article – Easy steps to get your page verified on Facebook Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#15: Link Building for Better Google Ranking
In Episode #15 Eric and Neil talk about link building. When you want to up your rating on Google, you need to have strong links to sites with a good standing. Build relationships with sites similar to your industry, and put in the effort to get your links out there. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – What is link building? 00:40 – Google and the value of links 01:05 – You get to the top ranking on Google by having strong content and links 01:30 – Not all links are created equal 01:45 – Google can discern the authority of your links 02:00 – How to build great links 02:10 – Ahrefs.com pulls up links on your competitors’ sites and ranks those links based on domain authority 02:30 – It’s like a richter scale 02:45 – You want a domain authority of 60 or higher 03:00 – Hit up those sites and ask if they would be willing to link to your content 03:35 – Email relevant sites to get them to link to you 04:00 – Tools like Outreach.io and PersistIQ will send emails out for you 04:30 – Don’t automate the process too much 04:45 – Guest posting is another way to get great links 04:55 – Look for sites that are relevant to you 05:20 – Make everything easy for the site you are reaching out to 05:40 – Link building should start with building a relationship 06:15 – Guest post to drive customers and help your brand 06:50 – Using broken links from sites that go down every day 07:20 – Google “broken link checker” 07:30 – Find broken links in your industry 07:40 – Put your URL into Archive.org and make a better version of the original site 08:05 – Email the sites linking to that dead page, and offer your new content 08:25 – 20 to 30% success rate with broken links 09:10 – Roundup building 09:25 – Create a roundup for your niche, and people will reach out to you 09:55 – Subscribe to learn more marketing tactics! 3 Key Points: Link to quality sites that are related to your industry. Make the process easy for the site you are reaching out to. Look at building links as a byproduct of building relationships. Resources Mentioned: Ahrefs.com – Helps you find sites where you can link your content Outreach.io and PersistIQ – Tools to send out automated emails Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#16: Creating Great Links that Boost Your Website’s Ranking
In Episode #16 Eric and Neil talk about how to create great links that boost your website’s ranking. Hear about specific strategies that you can implement to create stellar links with high relevancy. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:23 – What goes into a great link? 00:40 – The more people link to you, the better you will rank. 00:55 – Not all links are created equal. 01:20 – Look for domain authority 02:00 – Look at how relevant a link is 02:30 – Linking sites with related topics 02:55 – Do-follow links vs. no-follow links 03:50 – Study by Moz: The effects of links and where you’re linking from 04:30 – How easy is it for someone to build a certain link? 05:05 – Google knows the difference between user-generated content and non-user-generated content 05:30 – Links that can’t be easily manipulated are much more powerful. 06:00 – Don’t make too many links too quickly. 06:38 – Continuing with the same velocity will eventually make your ranking jump 07:00 – Stay consistent with your speed as you build links. 07:30 – Link Blending 07:40 – Mentioning other people in the same category so that Google can recognize the relevancy of your links 08:30 – Getting links from high-ranked sites by using the same keywords 09:40 – A Link Wheel 10:00 – Cross linking and multiple tiers of links 10:20 – All the sites are boosting each other up 10:45 – Apply this tactic in a “white hat” way. 11:30 – Check out tomorrow’s episode! 3 Key Points: Not all links are created equal—look for domain authority and relevancy. Use links that can’t be easily manipulated. Stay consistent with the number of links you are adding throughout the life of your website. Resources Mentioned: Study by Moz: An article that discusses the effects of links from different sources Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#17: How to Create a Marketing Funnel for Best Results
In Episode #17 Eric and Neil explain what a marketing funnel is. Then they’ll walk you through how to create your own marketing funnel, with advice on automated tools to help you get the best results. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:23 – What is a marketing funnel? 00:25 – Google a “marketing funnel” and see Neil’s site at the top 01:00 – Funneling down from 100 to one or two people 01:44 – A marketing funnel is a great way to get people to convert 01:55 – The chances of a random person on the street to agree to marry you vs. agree to go on a date with you 02:50 – Getting to know your visitors over time 03:10 – Collect emails and educate people to build trust 03:28 – They will be much more likely to say ‘yes’ a month or so later 02:55 – The top of the funnel 04:12 – The middle of the funnel 04:33 – The bottom of the funnel, closing them on an offer 04:49 – The importance of collecting emails 05:02 – Drip is an easy email automation tool 05:20 – Acquired by Leadpages 05:28 – Infusionsoft has more advanced features 05:40 – An example of how the tool is used 06:20 – Tracking what type of emails people open 06:50 – Getting people involved in a free trial 07:25 – Taking them through multiple funnels 07:55 – Infusionsoft lets you track everything so that you can use multiple funnels 09:00 – You don’t have to start out with an advanced method 09:25 – Simple processes when you’re starting out 10:00 – Use software later on to stay organized 11:20 – Keep it simple and make it more complex as it is successful 10:54 – We’ll see you in the next episode! 3 Key Points: A marketing funnel is a strategy to get people to convert. The funnel is divided into three processes, at the top, middle, and bottom of the funnel. Start out with a simple funnel, and adjust that funnel until you see success. Then you can start to make your marketing funnel more complex. Resources Mentioned: Drip, Leadpages, and Infusionsoft: Automated marketing tools Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#1: Where to Learn Marketing
In Episode #1 Eric and Neil introduce the world to The Marketing School—a daily podcast built to share marketing insights with the world. Today’s main topic: where you can go to learn marketing. Show Notes: 01:36 – Do you want learn about online marketing?—Don’t go to college! 02:22 – College professors don’t have practical, up-to-date, field experience 02:31 – Go to blogs like www.moz.com, www.backlinko.com, www.singlegrain.com 02:45 – Read some articles, take what you learn, and apply it to your website 03:19 – Every single online marketer that’s good got started on their own website 03:27 – Learn before you earn 04:01 – Learn to be persistent 04:35 – Small wins add up over time 04:45 – How Neil become Eric’s mentor 05:29 – Keep your foot on the peddle and you’ll start to pass everyone around you 06:00 – Like Eric, Neil got his start by emailing a random entrepreneur he looked up to 07:29 – Be willing to trade knowledge all the time 08:03 – How Eric learns marketing now?—Nuzzel 08:35 – www.Kissmetrics.com 08:55 – Feed.ly and www.jonloomer.com 09:19 – Neil just learns by CRUSHING blogs and articles—he picks the ones with the most social shares 10:32 – Education is about actionable material 11:15 – Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes! 3 Key Points: Only read detailed articles or guides—skip the generic overview stuff. Understand that you have to learn before you earn, and then be persistent with your education. If you want to get into marketing, start experimenting on your own website. Resources Mentioned: www.moz.com – Blog recommended by Neil www.backlinko.com – Blog recommended by Neil www.singlegrain.com – Blog recommended by Neil www.kissmetrics.com – Resource Eric relies on to improve his marketing knowledge Nuzzel – Tool Eric uses to organize and catalog his Twitter feeds Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#2: Neil & Eric’s Biggest Marketing Wins
Welcome to The Marketing School Podcast—your resource to learn, grown, and nurture your passion for online marketing! In Episode #2 Eric and Neil center the conversation on, Their Biggest Marketing Wins. Enjoy! Show Notes: 00:42 – Neil kicks off the conversation 00:55 – Authenticate sign-ups through Facebook or Gmail 01:29 – Eliminate the friction of signing up 01:53 – This ONE trick helped Neil double their sign-up numbers 02:18 – When you’re writing content, what is your goal? 02:43 – Defining the content upgrade 03:30 – Offering content upgrades led to a roughly 10% conversion increase 04:12 – Thrive—a GREAT plugin especially when combined with leadpages 05:25 – Link your content to detailed guides 05:47 – Go ABOVE AND BEYOND and you’ll have better content than your competition every time 06:14 – Don’t litter your guides with fluff—be detailed 07:05 – SEM Rush 07:50 – Get the traction first—you need to hit singles before you can hit homeruns 08:19 – Betting the house on YouTube Marketing 08:55 – Snapchat 10B views per day 09:12 – The things that require the most work are the things that have the biggest payoff 09:52 – Translate your content into other languages 3 Key Points: Most of the stuff on the internet is for English-speaking people, but most people in the world don’t speak English—translate your content. Go above and beyond—that which requires the most work comes with the biggest rewards. When you’re creating content, always be cognizant of your end-goal. Resources Mentioned: SEM Rush – Tool Eric loves Thrive – a GREAT plugin recommended by Neil, particularly when it is combined with Leadpages Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#3: Neil & Eric’s Favorite Marketing Tools
Welcome to The Marketing School Podcast—your resource to learn, grown, and nurture your passion for online marketing! In Episode #3 Eric and Neil center the conversation on, Their Favorite Marketing Tools. Enjoy! Show Notes: 00:40 – Neil kicks off the conversation 00:45 – Neil’s favorite marketing tool is one that everybody fails to use properly…Google Anayltics 01:35 – You need at least 6 months to generate quality organic traffic 01:50 – What works on Facebook does NOT work well for organic 02:45 – Google Search Console 05:00 – Nudging keywords up just a little bit can really maximize traffic 06:00 – Look for the low-hanging fruit 06:04 – AHREFS 06:15 – Highlights backlinks, backlinks lost, and links of competitors 07:48 – knowing what your competitors are ranking for is priceless 08:26 – Talking in detail about SEM Rush 08:45 – Can show adverts competitors are running 09:12 – www.crazyegg.com 09:50 – Transparency into how people engage with your website 10:29 – Most people don’t scroll beyond the fold 10:55 – www.hellobar.com 11:31 – Great at generating additional emails 3 Key Points: What works for social doesn’t always work for organic and vice versa. Gain insight into what your competitors are doing—it will really pay off. If you’re using Google Analytics, chances are you’re using it improperly—make sure you really know what you’re doing, take the time to LEARN. Resources Mentioned: www.crazyegg.com – Gain transparency into what visitors are doing on your websites www.hellobar.com – A tool to maximize email acquisition AHREFS – Use to gain insight into what competitors are doing Google Anayltics – Neil’s holy grail of online marketing Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#4: How To Get A Job In Marketing
Episode 4 Summary: Welcome to The Marketing School Podcast—your resource to learn, grown, and nurture your passion for online marketing! In Episode #4 Eric and Neil center the conversation on, How to Get a Job in Marketing. Enjoy! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:47 – Neil has lots of experience hiring marketers 01:03 – Never read resumes—they’re bullshit 01:25 – Put wannabe marketers on the hot seat 02:25 – If you don’t have your own website, how can you say you’ve ever marketed? 03:50 – Hire people to add value, not just fill rolls 04:15 – Stand out from the crowd 04:54 – Eric’s first marketing job 05:29 – Deliver work that is above and beyond 05:44 – Don’t obsess about theory in job interviews—share your wins, your actions and results 06:22 – The best marketers out there know how to think outside the box 07:45 – Creativity is the key to shining 08:23 – IF you want to show people you know what you’re talking about—create content for your application, a PDF, a screencast, SOMETHING 09:43 – Put yourself in the employers’ shoes—would you hire someone who just gives you a resume or would you hire someone that goes above and beyond? 3 Key Points: If it was YOUR company, would you hire someone that just sends you a resume, or would you hire someone that goes above and beyond? When you’re trying to get a job in marketing demonstrate that you’ve worked in marketing!—you need to know more than theory. Don’t rely on your resume because resumes are bullshit—find a way to stand out! Resources Mentioned: N/A Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#5: The Biggest SEO Mistakes of their Careers
Summary: Welcome to The Marketing School Podcast—your resource to learn, grown, and nurture your passion for online marketing! In Episode #5 Eric and Neil center the conversation on, The Biggest SEO Mistakes of Their Career. Enjoy! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:38 – Eric kicks off with blackhat, whitehat, and greyhat SEO 01:29 – Building low-quality links to a brand-new sites 02:00 – Google’s Algorithm’s are smarter than you—they will always find out if something shady is going on 02:20 – That being said, it’s worth it to dabble in some “shady” business if it’s your own site as an experiment, to learn about both sides of the coin 02:48 – Back in the day, Neil would do whatever it would take to turn quick buck 04:12 – Don’t think short-term, you need to think LONG term 04:40 – Go whitehat and build for endurance 05:05 – Eric talks blackhat SEO in-depth 06:01 – Take blackhat tactics and use them in a whitehat matter 06:27 – Do not crank low-quality content 07:23 – The Google Panda Penalty 08:19 – a 35% drop in organic traffic 08:30 – Make sure you do a redesign properly or you will get crucified in SEO 09:51 – Content is King—it’s a cliché but true 10:16 – But you NEED backlinks too 10:53 – The two biggest factors to ranking in Google? Links and Content 3 Key Points: Links and content, links and content, links and content! Dabble in blackhat on websites that you own and don’t care about so you can better understand that side of marketing and avoid it on things that matter. When it comes to client websites—and websites you care about in general—think long-term and always go whitehat. Resources Mentioned: The Google Panda Penalty – An SEO penalty Neil was hit with on one of his websites. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#6: Why is Personal Branding Important?
In Episode #6 Eric and Neil talk about personal branding. The image that you put out for yourself can carry a lot of weight—even more weight than your company’s brand or philosophy. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – Why is personal branding important? – “You connect more with the individual than you do with the corporate brand.” 01:30 – Gary Vaynerchuk 1:50 – “You can control what you want to do with your audience.” 2:15 – What are some tactics to build personal branding? – Start out with social media and accept more friends and followers. 02:55 – Cross-promote on different platforms 03:20 – Twitter tools 03:30 – Following tools 04:10 – The growth of Eric’s business and brand 05:00 – How can you show the value of your service to your audience and help your brand grow? – Writing a book 06:00 – Blogging 06:15 — How to reach out to be a guest poster on a blog 07:00 – Creating networks and relationships 08:00 – Finding opportunities as a writer 08:40 — “You just have to start somewhere.” 09:10 – “People will reach out to you.” 09:50 – These are long-term goals. 10:10 – Associating yourself with famous/popular people in your field 11:40 – Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes! 3 Key Points: Your personal brand is more valuable than your corporate brand. Start building your personal brand by networking and blogging. Associate yourself with people who are successful in your field and who will make you known. Resources Mentioned: Social networking sites like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#7: Why Do You Need a Blog Today?
In Episode #7 Eric and Neil talk about why you need a blog in today’s age. Blogging is a free marketing tool, but it takes certain tactics and skills to be successful at it. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – Why do you need a blog today? – “Best way to get free visitors to your website.” 01:10 – “This will help you generate more leads.” 01:20 – Providing value 01:35 – The Points Guy 02:00 – A home base 02:10 – Blogs generate as much traffic as paid advertising 02:45 – Facebook’s fan pages 03:15 – What are some tactics to starting a successful blog? – Consistency 03:30 – A long-term journey 04:00 – Having patience 04:35 – Traffic changes when blogs stop 04:50 – Corporate blogs 05:10 – A conversational tone 05:45 – Your headline 06:10 – Copy Blogger’s post on how to write good headlines 06:20 – YouTubers 06:45 – Your headline drives readers 07:00 – It must match your content 07:10 – “Make sure your content is relevant.” 07:20 – Kissmetrics 08:15 — Repurposing your content 08:30 – Audio versions and YouTube 09:10 – Touching a different audience 09:30 – Is blogging right for you? 10:00 – jobs.problogger.net 10:20 – Promotion of your content 10:30 — Ahrefs.com 10:45 – Buzzsumo.com 11:40 – The importance of promotion when you’re starting out 12:20 – HubSpot statistics 13:00 – Subscribe to this podcast and leave a rating and review! 3 Key Points: Blogging is a free marketing tool to drive traffic to your business. With the right tactics, you can produce a successful blog. There are proven statistics behind blogging which prove that blogs drive traffic and ultimately revenue. Resources Mentioned: Kissmetrics – The company focuses on relevant content Copy Blogger’s post – Helpful insights for good blog headlines jobs.problogger.net – A great resource to hire a blogger Ahrefs.com – A tool to help you track the success of your blog Buzzsumo.com – Neil’s tool to find out what topics are trending in his industry HubSpot – A resource to help you see the statistics behind successful blogs Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#8: How to Start Your First Marketing Campaign
In Episode #8 Eric and Neil talk about starting your first marketing campaign. When your business is brand new, you may want to try to get as much traffic as possible—but what you really need to worry about is creating one-on-one relationships with your first few customers. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – Where should you start your first marketing campaign? – “What worked for someone else won’t necessarily work for you.” 01:00 – Neil’s experience copying the campaigns of other companies 01:20 – “Throwing spaghetti on the wall.” 01:35 – Finding what sticks 02:00 – Picking one tactic that has the most potential 02:15 – Adding tools as you see success 03:00 – What’s your take on focusing on one area? – “That’s fine, just pick the one that sticks.” 04:00 – Growth for entrepreneurs 04:10 – one-on-one contact 04:30 – An example of this strategy 05:11 – “First hundred customers are all being acquired manually.” 05:30 – Those first customers are important 05:50 – Bad press when you’re starting out 06:10 – Driving traffic with blogs and ads 06:45 – Content marketing takes time 07:00 – Consider your cash flow 07:40 – With more money, focus on long-term strategies 08:00 – What channel would you avoid? – Partnerships. 08:30 – They have a low success rate. 09:00 – Content marketing 09:10 – Understand your audience first. 10:10 – Kissmetrics started with the wrong audience 11:10 – Subscribe to this podcast and leave a rating and review! 3 Key Points: You need to find the right marketing strategy for your specific business. Find out who your audience is before you establish long-term marketing plans. Avoid partnerships and content marketing when you are first starting out. Resources Mentioned: Kissmetrics – Neil’s company that went through a lot of marketing strategies Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
#9: Breaking Down Retargeting
In Episode #9 Eric and Neil break down retargeting. Today, retargeting has made huge leaps and is a great resource that you should utilize in your marketing. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:25 – What’s retargeting? — Ads the follow you from website to website 01:00 – Now retargeting has grown a lot 01:50 – Helping you build relationships with people 02:05 – Options today 02:20 – Example of an ad on marketing funnels 02:50 – Giving people more opportunities to act, or to buy 03:20 – “Turn all those people who said no into saying yes.” 03:35 – “Show them something different.” 04:00 – “Remarketing is like marriage and dating.” 05:05 – Digital Marketer Traffic Temperatures 05:40 – Cold traffic 06:30 – Segmenting who you’re going after 07:20 – Marketing for a local business 07:40 – Look-alike audiences 08:30 – An option to target cold audiences 08:45 – Start with Google and Facebook 10:05 – Targeting people from your email list 10:45 – Subscribe to this podcast and leave a rating and review! 3 Key Points: Retargeting helps you build longer lasting relationships with your audience. Give people more opportunities to buy your service or product. When you’re first starting out, try Google and Facebook for your retargeting. Resources Mentioned: Digital Marketer Traffic Temperatures – An article that will break down the different levels or “temperatures” of traffic for you Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
$100M Founder Reveals SECRET to Selling NFTs with AppSumo’s Founder Noah Kagan
In this special episode of Marketing School, we broadcast Noah Kagan’s recent talk about insights into NFTs and passive income! Noah makes a clear point about his philosophy towards sustained success, how we can think about this concept when starting out on a new venture, and he also underlines the values of clarifying your target customers as much as possible. Tuning in, listeners will hear Noah share his experiences with buying NFTs, and why all his investments are built on the idea of holding forever and aligning with companies that he personally uses. Towards the end of the episode, Noah even comments about his experiences with ayahuasca, and why confronting difficult challenges is so important for entrepreneurs in today’s world. So tune in to this great presentation from Noah Kagan! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:35] Introducing today’s guest speaker, Noah Kagan! [01:01] Noah’s opening remarks about his experiences with passive income. [01:51] Looking at the growth of AppSumo and the current size of the team. [02:18] Getting clear on who your customers are! [02:51] The time investment that is needed to start seeing real results. [04:20] Noah’s approach to measuring other people’s success. [04:56] Why Noah gets excited about the element of play in new tech. [05:39] Getting active and then leaving things on autopilot. [06:29] How much money do you actually need to live the life of your dreams? [07:27] Why Noah does almost no rebalancing and selling. [07:49] What you can get if you just ask, and why to listen to your calling! [08:35] Noah reflects on his ayahuasca experience and how it helped him. [03:24] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io for more resources and episodes! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro AppSumo Noah Kagan Leveling Up Live HubSpot Shopify Marketo Solana CryptoPunk Coinbase Tony Robbins Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. “The NFT World is getting more competitive every day, and you don’t want to be left behind! Learn how to grow your NFT project: www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpOfficial” Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
1 Metric That Reveals If Your Page Is Actually Converting #1656
1 Metric That Reveals If Your Page Is Actually Converting In episode #1656, we give you the metric you should consult to check if your page is converting or not. Conversion rates are important but they don’t give you an accurate picture of whether your business is making money. That is why we choose to look at a metric called ARPU, or average revenue per user, instead. Tune in to learn why this metric is important and how can optimize it as well. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 1 Metric That Reveals If Your Page Is Actually Converting. [00:29] Why conversion rates are relative thus not fully truthful. [00:49] Rather assess how much revenue you are generating per visitor. [01:35] Different ways to use to increase your average revenue per user. [02:02] Find purchasing objections customers have, and answer them. [02:18] The relationship between price, conversions, and profitability. [02:35] You can close deals using DMs too. [03:27] That is it for today. [03:28] Go to levelingup.com to check out Eric’s new book! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
10 Powerful Marketing Skills You Can’t Learn in College | Ep. #1452
In episode #1452, we share 10 powerful marketing skills that you cannot learn in college. The real world of marketing looks very different from what you see in textbooks, and often there is a lack of education when it comes to application. Tune in to hear how you can fill in the gaps to perfect your marketing skills! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 10 Powerful Marketing Skills You Can’t Learn in College. [00:33] You won’t learn how to do personal branding in college. [00:53] If you are still in college, start building your personal brand now already. [01:07] Learn to ride the wave of popular trends and focus on the future, not the past. [01:25] You must learn to become a good speaker through repeated practice. [02:08] Creativity and critical thinking are necessary if you have limited time and resources. [02:51] College fails to teach you how to build relationships and network effectively. [03:33] Know how to win and that, in reality, the winner takes all. [04:13] Resilience is critical if you are going to make it in the competitive world of marketing. [05:17] Learn how to conduct experiments and tests to get answers in the real world. [05:50] Understand that results don’t happen immediately—you need to develop patience. [06:42] Storytelling is an age-old marketing technique that still works well. [07:09] That’s it for today! [07:11] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Talent Code Google YouTube Bing Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
10 Things that Always Work in Marketing: Part 1 #2303
In episodes #2303 and #2304, Neil and Eric share 10 marketing tips that actually work! As we head into 2023, we believe that things are going to get harder before they get easier, but there is a silver lining. The five pieces of marketing advice that we share in this episode, from going live on social to hosting community-building events and more, are guaranteed to see returns, even when times are tough. Stay tuned for Part 2! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 10 Things that Work in Marketing: Part 1. [00:48] Why we recommend hosting dinners for your clients and prospects. [01:27] How going live on your social platforms can get you more views. [02:22] The importance of community building through small events. [02:54] Ways you can benefit from attending conferences. [04:10] How to leverage short-form webinars focused on value delivery. [04:42] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [04:49] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
10 Things that Always Work in Marketing: Part 2 #2304
In episode #2304, Neil and Eric share 10 marketing tips that actually work! If you missed episode #2303, go back and take a listen. We broke down five fail-proof marketing strategies, from going live on social to hosting community-building events and more. Today, we take a look at how you can repurpose content, upsell existing customers, and optimize your conversion rate. Tune in for five more marketing tips that always work! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 10 Things That Always Work in Marketing: Part 2. [00:36] Views are better than no views: how to repurpose your content. [01:25] The power of in-person customer visits. [02:13] Tactics for generating more revenue from existing customers. [03:17] How to optimize your conversion rate by making small changes to your offer. [04:01] Win-win ways to leverage your partnerships. [05:35] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [05:40] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
10x Your Book Preorders With This Bulk Strategy #1650
Today we are going to talk about ‘How to 10x Your Preorders With This Bulk Strategy?’
2 Free ClickFlow Features You Can Use to Grow Your Traffic Today | Ep. #1375
In episode #1375, we talk about two free features on ClickFlow that you can use to grow during tough times! ClickFlow has been serving more and more companies of different sizes over the last few years, why not give it a try? Tune in to hear about the Content Decay and Content Editor features and how they can help you and your businesses during this crisis! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Two Free ClickFlow Features You Can Use to Grow During Tough Times. [00:34] The evolution of ClickFlow and the audiences it serves. [01:15] The Content Decay feature on ClickFlow for reigniting traffic for your content. [02:24] How often to update your content for best results. [03:30] Using Content Editor to make your pieces and post more appropriate. [04:44] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ClickFlow HubSpot Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
2 Free Ubersuggest Features You Can Use to Grow Your Traffic Today | Ep. #1377
In episode #1377, we share two free Ubersuggest features you can use to grow your traffic today! Top Pages and Site Audit are both free and can help you get your numbers up immediately. Tune in to hear from Neil about why he chose to keep Ubersuggest almost completely free and how it can help you and your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Two Free Ubersuggest Features You Can Use to Grow Your Traffic Today. [00:38] A recap on Ubersuggest and how you can use the tools! [01:12] The multitude of free ways to use Ubersuggest. [01:31] The Top Pages report from Ubersuggest for surveying your competitors [02:44] Choosing between Ubersuggest and other services, such as Ahrefs. [02:54] The Site Audit report; fixing problems with maximum impact! [03:44] The pricing at Ubersuggest and Neil’s payment model currently. [04:51] That is it for today! [04:54] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest Brian Dean Ahrefs Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
2020 Has Begun. Don’t Forget These Oldies But Goodies To Grow | Ep. #1248
In episode #1248, we are going to go over some oldies but goodies to help you grow your business in the new year. Often times we focus so much on all the new tools, but today we want to talk about the old, tried and true strategies that still work really well. We dive into key strategies such as webinars, updating and repurposing old content, connecting with customers through text message, and more! Stay tuned to find out how to revive these old marketing goldmines to effectively grow your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:40] Today’s topic: Oldies but Goodies to Help You Grow. [01:06] The power of using webinars to build trust at scale and grow your business. [01:36] Our recommended webinar tool: Livestorm. [01:48] Updating your old content to revamp your business in the new year. [02:36] How to use text messages to connect with your customers directly. [03:52] Top texting platforms and leveraging push notifications to draw traffic to your business. [04:17] Why email should still be a core marketing channel in your business. [05:09] How to leverage and white label tools as the “new” content marketing. [06:26] That’s it for today! [06:51] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ClickFunnels Livestorm Twilio Facebook Messenger Mikael Yang ManyChat MobileMonkey CodeCanyon 1Kprojects Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
2021 Is Here. How To Get Off To A Blazing Start | Ep. #1608
2021 Is Here. How to Get Off to A Blazing Start In episode #1608, we talk about how to hit your goals this year. Most people fall short because they don’t plan properly, so tune in today to find out how to achieve everything you set out to this year! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 2021 Is Here. How to Get Off to A Blazing Start. [01:12] Why most people fail to reach their goals and how to let this not happen to you. [01:35] Reverse engineer your goal by breaking down daily tasks to get you there. [02:06] How Eric sets his business, personal, and fun goals for the year. [03:26] What Eric’s morning routine looks like; the power of reinforcement. [04:02] Having 90-day goals and aligning your company with these. [04:14] Neil’s morning routine and how it contributes to his productivity. [04:57] There should be some type of cadence to all of your days. [05:27] That’s it for today! [05:27] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Noah Kagan Think and Grow Rich Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
25.6% of All Searches Are Now Zero Click and Here’s What You Should Do #2295
In episode #2295, Neil and Eric talk about how 25.6% of all searches are now zero-click, and what you should do. Google’s new methods for displaying search results are becoming increasingly sophisticated. It now provides brief, collated answers to certain searches, resulting in the zero-click-per-search phenomenon. Tune in as we discuss this interesting trend and what you should do to ensure you keep getting clicks. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 25.6% of All Searches Are Now Zero Click and Here’s What You Should Do. [00:25] An overview of the study done by Semrush and its findings on zero click trends. [00:41] The definition of zero-click and why it’s on the rise. [01:18] How to counteract the zero-click trend. [01:25] Tips on how to find long-tail keywords to avoid zero-click search results. [02:03] How to get traffic through other search engines, like Quora. [03:50] How building an excellent brand and community can help you combat the zero-click trend. [05:25] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [05:32] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Semrush Ahrefs Quora Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
2M Monthly Podcast Downloads, Selling to HubSpot, Twitter Growth, and Angel Investing with Sam Parr. #2009
In episode #2009, Eric talks with Sam Parr about getting two million monthly podcast downloads, selling to HubSpot, Twitter growth, and angel investing. Listeners may know Sam from his podcast, My First Million, or as the founder of The Hustle, one of America’s fastest-growing media companies, which was recently sold to HubSpot. Tuning in you’ll hear Sam discuss the art of making podcasts, why he’s loved working with HubSpot, and how the concept of The Commander’s Intent has influenced his podcast. He breaks down the top three things that have helped him grow his monthly podcast downloads, like advertising on other podcasts, or being a guest on another show. We also discuss marketing and we unpack how Sam cracked the Twitter code, why he decided it wasn’t worth the effort, and how he uses the platform today. He also shares his approach to his personal finances, the book that had the biggest impact on him, and what he’s learned from angel investing. To learn more about Sam’s incredible career, along with plenty of podcasting and marketing advice, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 2M Monthly Podcast Downloads, Selling to HubSpot, Twitter Growth, Angel Investing with Sam Parr. [00:20] Introducing today’s guest Sam Parr, Founder of The Hustle. [01:20] Sam shares his outlook on his personal finances. [04:09] What Sam is best known for and what he’s working on right now. [05:31] Why Sam is choosing to focus on his podcast and some of the things he’s done to grow it. [09:03] The most effective strategies for increasing your monthly downloads. [10:14] Why you need to allow room for spontaneity in your podcasts. [10:36] The term Billy of the Week and its surprising popularity on Sam’s podcast. [11:37] The Agora newsletter and why it’s such a fascinating topic. [16:14] Sam’s thoughts on Grammarly and the exceptional founder of Toucan. [17:47] The concept of the commander’s intent and how it shapes the way Sam prepares for podcast episodes. [19:46] How the output of their podcast has shifted. [22:23] How Sam was able to sell The Hustle to HubSpot. [24:55] Sam’s advice on how to work on your podcasting as a craft. [25:58] What chargeable analytics can teach you about your retention. [29:28] The benefit of being part of HubSpot and how it allows Sam to focus purely on the content. [29:55] Some of the swaps they’ve done with other shows and their positive outcomes. [31:35] The one hack that has had the biggest impact on their downloads. [33:31] How Sam grew his following on Twitter and why he stopped. [35:08] Why Sam has loved working with HubSpot. [40:46] Sam’s work as an angel investor and what he’s currently interested in. [44:10] Sam’s interest in real estate and how he is investing in it. [49:22] Sam’s book recommendation: Mastery by Robert Greene. [50:47] Why investing in a high-quality podcasting setup has been so beneficial. [52:44] Why Sam never takes his phone into his bedroom. [53:50] That’s it for today! [53:53] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Hustle: https://thehustle.co/ My First Million Podcast: https://www.mfmpod.com/ How to Get Rich: One of the World’s Greatest Entrepreneurs Shares His Secrets: https://www.amazon.com/How-Get-Rich-Greatest-Entrepreneurs-ebook/dp/B0017SUYY6 HubSpot: https://www.hubspot.com/ DreamHost: https://www.dreamhost.com/ The Agora: https://theagora.com/ Entrepreneurs on Fire: https://www.eofire.com/ Must read book: Mastery Sam Parr on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theSamParr Sam Parr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesamparr/ Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 AI Tools to Make Your Marketing More Efficient #1807
In episode #1807, Neil and Eric share three of the top AI platforms to help you make your marketing more streamlined. From helping with a copy to analyzing data, there are platforms out there for all your marketing needs, so tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 AI Tools to Make Your Marketing More Efficient. [00:30] Number 1: Conversion.ai, the great copy tool! [00:53] Number 2: UiPath, an excellent way to streamline several tasks. [01:44] Number 3: Google Analytics has many under-utilized features. [02:16] That’s it for today! [02:16 To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Conversion.ai UiPath Google Analytics Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu ►Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro
3 Actionable Lessons Every Marketer Can Learn from Tim Ferriss | Ep. #1412
In episode #1412, we give you three actionable lessons every marketer can learn from Tim Ferris! We talk about how Tim’s success can in part be attributed to his experimental nature, use of data in the content he produces, and willingness to keep learning! Tune in and hear what you can learn from Tim Ferris today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Three Actionable Lessons Every Marketer Can Learn From Tim Ferris. [00:32] Experimenting and building a brand by consistently marketing those experiments. [01:26] Don’t make claims! Content that uses data does better than content that doesn’t. [02:33] Tim is an obsessive learner; don’t stop learning no matter how successful you get. [03:27] That’s it for today! [03:29] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Tim Ferris The 4-Hour Workweek The 4-Hour Chef Warren Buffet Mark Cuban Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Big E-Commerce Marketing Trends for Q3 2021 #1793
In episode #1793, we give you three major trends in e-commerce that you need to capitalize on for Q3 this year. These trends may not be sexy but if you are in e-commerce you have to take them seriously. Tune in and hear why you should double down on CRO, shoppable live streaming, and voice search optimization. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Big E-Commerce Marketing Trends for Q3 2021. [00:40] Rising ad costs and the need to focus on CRO. [01:17] Jumping on shoppable live streaming before cost prohibitions. [01:43] The rise in voice search and how many e-commerce purchases use it. [03:25] That is it for today! [03:26] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live peer groups. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Brutal Truths About Why You’re Failing at SEO #1926
In episode #1926, Neil and Eric talk about 3 brutal truths which explain why you’re failing at SEO. If you’ve been struggling with your SEO it might simply be that you haven’t given it the time it needs to be effective. Tune in to learn more about some of the biggest mistakes that companies are making with their SEO and how to avoid these common traps! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Brutal Truths About Why You’re Failing at SEO. [00:30] Why a lack of patience is the top reason why most people are failing at SEO. [01:01] How limiting yourself to one region or language hurts your SEO. [01:59] There’s no one size fits all strategy that will work for everyone. [02:45] That’s it for today! [02:55] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Check out our blueprint on how to build your dream business: https://www.marketingschool.io/training Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Brutal Truths About the Future of SEO #2137
In episode #2137, Neil and Eric share 3 brutal truths about the future of SEO. Learn why you don’t need more links than your competition, why you need to prioritize user experience, and why fresh content is king. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Brutal Truths About the Future of SEO. [00:25] Why having an amazing product or service is more important than your links. [01:15] How to prioritize user experience [02:24] Content may not be king, but fresh content is. [02:55] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:56] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn about our next event from 29-31 August! [03:09] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Creative Ways to Attract Your Ideal Customer | Ep. #357
In Episode #357, Eric and Neil discuss 3 creative ways to attract your ideal customer. Tune in to learn how you can draw the most curated customers to your website without coming off as spam. They’ll also discuss the benefits of hosting an event with a curated guest list of your liking. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 3 Creative Ways to Attract Your Ideal Customer 00:40 – Eric usually throws a dinner with marketing directors 00:59 – People like doing business with people 01:36 – Emailing potential customers is another way 01:53 – Neil puts remarketing pixels in the email 02:04 – Eventually, people will click the links 02:20 – Eric uses Dux-Soup which enables you to scan profiles on LinkedIn 02:38 – You can set the search parameters 03:05 – Dux-Soup is $15 a month 03:15 – Caffeine can keep your screen on 03:40 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription of Olark which is a chat tool that you add to your site 03:54 – Subscribe, rate and review Marketing School 03:58 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 for those in the US 04:05 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Hosting a dinner gives you the power you choose who to invite, making the dinner more exclusive. Customers will most likely click on your site when they see the value. Leverage online tools that can help you see who the right customers are for you. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Creative Ways to Mine For Leads | Ep. #365
In Episode #365, Eric and Neil discuss 3 creative ways to mine for leads. Sifting through your inbox for relevant leads is a real time-killer. Eric can get anywhere from 2K to 25K emails a month for his agency and, therefore, knows why it’s important to have a system in place to find those relevant leads. Tune-in to hear how Eric and Neil cut through the thousands of emails to find those key potential emails. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 3 Creative Ways to Mine For Leads 00:37 – Eric gets 2K to 25K emails a month for the agency 00:54 – Eric used to use Drip to get through their emails 01:04 – Now they use Clearbit Enrichment API and have plugged it into Slack 01:10 – When a big company comes in, the data will automatically be pushed into Slack, then to Salesforce, so people can jump on it and reach out 01:36 – Neil goes to their email list to check who’s there 01:45 – They’ll check the emails against their LinkedIn to see which connections are ones relevant 01:55 – They then send an email with a small introduction to those relevant leads 02:18 – When you get an introduction from another organization,you will more likely close a sale 02:31 – You can do targeted ads on LinkedIn, find people within an organization and send out a blast making sure they’re opening up their email 02:48 – Use Dux-Soup combined with LinkedIn Recruiter or Sales Navigator 03:13 – It will allow you to scroll around different profiles 03:44 – Datanyze can scrape the web and search for companies within a certain category 04:03 – It’s the enterprise version of Built With 04:27 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Crazy Egg which helps you increase your conversion rate 05:25 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway for multiple entries 03:50 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Leverage the tools that will help you find the relevant leads from your emails. LinkedIn is an excellent platform to employ targeted ads and find those relevant leads. Try to get referrals from organizations you already know; it’s almost a guaranteed sale. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Creative Ways to Use YouTube for Traffic #1827
In episode #1827, we give you three creative ways to leverage YouTube to grow your audience and traffic. YouTube is the second most used search engine in the world, so the time has never been better to utilize this channel for your own growth. Plug-in with us today and hear three strategies to get the most out of your YouTube content. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Creative Ways to Use YouTube for Traffic. [00:50] Finding out what is popular and making content on those topics. [01:23] How to drive traffic to your services through free offers. [02:03] Finding the hottest videos and creating response videos to them. [02:38] That is it for today! [02:39] Go to marketingschool.io/live to get access to our virtual and live events. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Easy Ways to “Gamify” Your Onboarding Process #1787
In episode #1787, we talk about the effectiveness of gamification and how it can be used to optimize the process of onboarding. The thing about gamification is that it motivates people and if you can tap into it to encourage a client as well as stand out from your competition this will aid your business immensely in the long term. Listen in today and learn how to break down your onboarding journey into a process involving levels with prizes. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Easy Ways to “Gamify” Your Onboarding Process. [00:30] Gamifying success in the workplace using Bonusly. [01:01] Breaking down an onboarding process into levels. [01:50] Dangling carrots in front of clients to motivate them to ‘level up’. [02:40] Encouraging referrals as a challenge in the onboarding process. [04:04] How blockchain will factor into gamification in the future. [04:38] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live peer groups. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Bonusly Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Fractional Marketing Roles to Hire For #1828
In episode #1828, we speak about three of the fractional marketing roles that we love hiring for. By fractional, we mean part-time, and while it may seem at first that employees of this sort are a waste of time, there are actually many benefits they can bring. Listen in and hear the plus side of fractional content creators, social media managers, and SEOs! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Fractional Marketing Roles to Hire For. [00:38] Why content creators can fit in easily as fractional hires. [00:55] The outside perspective that fractional social media marketers can bring. [01:34] Utilizing the relationships that fractional SEO link-builders have. [02:13] That’s it for today! [02:14] Go to marketingschool.io/live to get access to our virtual and live events. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Lessons Learned Consulting for Agency Owners #2169
In episode #2169, we talk about three lessons we have learned consulting for agency owners. Agency owners have many pitfalls to avoid and tuning in to the show, listeners will hear about the three main ones we have seen during our time in the field. Press play to hear us explain niching down, focus, and hiring! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:23] Today’s topic: 3 Lessons Learned Consulting for Agency Owners 2165. [00:43] The mistake of not selecting a proper niche for your agency. [01:49] Why focus is so important; making sure not to split resources too thinly. [02:28] Avoiding the huge issue of hiring the wrong people. [03:01] That’s it for today! [03:04] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io/live to apply for our live event! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Major Mindset Shifts That Changed Our Lives #2221
In episode #2221, we talk about three major mindset shifts that changed our lives. Sometimes the biggest mindset shifts can happen due to external circumstances, like getting married or having kids, and you can’t always predict how they will shape you. To gain insight into the major mindset shifts that have had a significant impact on our lives, and how they happened, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Major Mindset Shifts That Changed Our Lives. [00:45] How Neil discovered that money isn’t everything. [03:01] How Eric has seen Neil change since getting married and having kids. [03:15] What Eric has learned from Warren Buffet and how it shifted his mindset. [04:39] Why you don’t always need to give feedback. [06:18] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [06:24] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Marketing Strategies that will Disappear in 2023 #2323
In episode #2323, Neil and Eric discuss three marketing strategies that will no longer exist in 2023. Marketing is an incredibly dynamic space that is forever evolving. This means businesses must ensure their approach is up-to-date to successfully drive sales. Tune in to learn about the current trends in marketing strategies, which strategies will no longer be viable in 2023, and why. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Marketing Strategies that will Disappear in 2023. [00:30] Why AI-based content in its current form will no longer be used in 2023. [01:05] How AI-based marketing content will be used in the future. [01:14] Hear how LinkedIn marketing content will change in the coming year. [02:12] Reasons why multi-channel marketing is becoming unpopular. [03:08] That’s it for today! [03:13] Go to levelingup.com/founders to hang out with us live. [03:28] Go to https://marketingschool.io/ to learn more. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: LinkedIn Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Office Activities That Don’t Translate Well Working Remotely #1800
In episode #1800, we talk about the three activities that don’t translate well when you try to do them in a remote working context. While we have done a good job of shifting into a remote-first environment since the pandemic, there are a few office activities that just work best in person. Brainstorming, sales, and company culture are among the biggest. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Office Activities That Don’t Translate Well Working Remotely. [00:30] The difficulty of brainstorming and white boarding remotely. [01:12] Sales and sales training is an activity that happens best in person. [01:52] It is tough to build a strong company culture from a distance. [02:57] That’s it for today! [02:58] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned: Miro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Pieces of Data That Are Key to Marketing #1885
In episode #1885, Neil and Eric talk about three pieces of data you need to track as a marketer. You might now be looking at all of these, which is why you should tune in to hear what they are! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Pieces of Data That Are Key to Marketing [00:27] Focus on LTV; you need to look at the long-term, not the short-term. [01:05] Understand the power of retention to align with product! [01:43] See how your upsells and downsells work out. [03:03] That’s it for today! [03:03] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Productivity Tips That Changed Our Lives #1631
3 Productivity Tips That Changed Our Lives In episode #1631, Eric and Neil share some of the top productivity habits that have changed their lives. Eric speaks about a few gadgets and products that have optimized his sleep, and then Neil weighs in on a simple habit of getting all emails for the day done on that same day. Then Eric takes the mic again to instruct us about the value of directing decision making by setting goals and keeping them front and center in your workspace. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Three Productivity Tips That Changed Our Lives. [00:35] Eric’s sleep hacks; taping his mouth, CBD tablets, a Slip mask, and more. [02:00] Neil’s habit of finishing all his emails before bed. [02:20] Eric’s practice of writing his major goals down to keep him focused. [03:46] That’s it for today! [03:47] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Thorn Slip Oura Ring Eight Sleep Cover Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Quick Copy Fixes For A Better Conversion Rate #1831
In episode #1831, we give you three quick copy fixes for a better conversion rate. Whether it is by adjusting CTAs, adding in personalization, or taking action on audience surveys, these hacks will up your conversions in no time! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Quick Copy Fixes For A Better Conversion Rate. [00:29] Optimizing the copy in your call to actions. [01:09] Different ways to add extra personalization. [01:25] Surveying your audience and taking action on objections. [02:21] That’s it for today! [02:22] Go to marketingschool.io/live to get access to our virtual and live events. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Quick Ways to Improve Ad Creatives #1740
3 Quick Ways to Improve Ad Creatives In episode #1740, we give you three quick ways to improve your ad creatives. While your offer is the most important driver of engagement, you must remember that your ad creatives matter a lot too. Many people, especially in the world of tech, don’t put enough work into running iterations on their ads to see what works best. Tune in and hear the best ways of finding and acting on inspiration for your ad creatives today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Quick Ways to Improve Ad Creatives. [00:27] Ad creatives are one of the most important but overlooked strategies. [00:54] When you launch an ad, iterate on it for three to six months. [01:15] Get inspiration from your competition. [01:37] Let your customers guide your messaging. [02:12] Create variation on your ad using Fiverr and Canva. [03:11] Make a swipe file of things you find that work. [03:53] Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to this show! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Fiverr Canva SurveyMonkey Facebook Ad Library Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Reasons Why Apple is Building Out Advertising #1915
Apple has built a narrative around its beautiful design, prioritizing user experience, and above all protecting user privacy. Their foray into advertising is an opportunity to further this narrative by leveraging their many platforms to target existing users. To learn more about what lies behind their new strategy, tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Reasons Why Apple is Building Out Advertising. [00:25] Reason one: all the recent changes in privacy standards and regulation pose an excellent opportunity to advertise to customers using their apps. [01:00] Reason two: they can use it to further the narrative they’ve created for their brand, which prioritizes user experience and privacy. [02:01] Reason three: Apple has a huge amount of data from their app users, giving them the tools to create incredibly specific and targeted advertising. [02:32] That’s it for today! [02:46] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Reasons Why Your Lookalike Audience Isn’t Converting #2226
In episode #2226, Neil and Eric talk about the three reasons why your lookalike audience isn’t converting. Tune in to learn how to reduce ad fatigue, narrow your focus, and use a more hard-sell approach to help you convert your lookalike audience! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Reasons Why Your Lookalike Audience Isn’t Converting. [00:25] Why you need to narrow your focus to optimize conversion rates. [00:48] Learn how ad fatigue could be affecting your conversion rates. [01:18] How to use a more hard-sell approach with your lookalike audience. [02:00] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:06] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Reasons You Don’t Want to Be the Smartest Marketer #1899
In episode #1899, Neil and Eric talk about 3 Reasons You Don’t Want to Be the Smartest Marketer. While it might feel good to be the smartest marketer in the room, you’re actually putting yourself at a disadvantage in the long run. To learn more about how ego breeds complacency, tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Reasons You Don’t Want to Be the Smartest Marketer. [00:30] Reason one: if you’re the smartest marketer, you’re not going to learn from the people around you. [01:07] Reason two: if you’re the smartest marketer in the room, you’re in the wrong room. [02:05] Reason three: you need to be willing to try new things. [03:36] Our key takeaway for this episode: ego breeds complacency. [04:10] That’s it for today! [04:19] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Reasons to Take One Day Off – Especially From the Screens #2224
In episode #2224, Neil and Eric talk about 3 reasons to take one day off – especially from the screens. Modern life has been constructed in such a way that we seem to perpetually be forced to interact with screens, whether it’s for work or leisure. We delve into the benefits of taking a break, and how spending time in nature can help you regenerate and be more calm and productive. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Reasons to Take One Day Off – Especially From the Screens. [00:32] The benefits of being in nature when you take a break from your screen. [01:07] How getting away from your screen can help you be more productive. [01:45] Learn about Eric’s morning routine and how it helps him achieve balance. [03:15] Why setting aside time to do nothing is great for creativity. [03:41] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:47] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 SEO Trends That Will Explode in 2022 #1966
In episode #1966, Neil and Eric talk about 3 SEO trends that will explode in 2022. SEO is becoming increasingly important across platforms, from searches within Amazon, Instagram, and YouTube, to delivering a good user experience to attract Google’s algorithm. Tune in today to learn more about the SEO trends that will dominate in 2022! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 SEO Trends That Will Explode in 2022. [00:25] Learn about the boom in voice search commerce as a multi-billion dollar market. [01:00] Why delivering a good user experience will be increasingly important to Google’s algorithm. [01:46] Learn why SEO is becoming increasingly important across platforms. [02:50] That’s it for today! [03:01] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event in Austin, Texas! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Simple Tricks to Get More Blog Traffic #1779
In episode #1779, we give you three simple tricks to get more blog traffic. There are many methods of growing a blog other than SEO and content creation, but people just aren’t doing them. Listen along and get up to speed on three ways to leverage relationships to expand your reach. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Simple Tricks to Get More Blog Traffic. [00:40] Emailing the people that you link out to on a piece of content. [01:17] Setting up an alert for when other people mention you. [01:54] Getting people who share your competitors’ content to share yours. [02:50] How to perform advanced searches on Twitter search. [03:22] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live peer groups. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Simple Ways to Make Your Webinars More Engaging | Ep. #1545
In episode #1545, you will learn more about webinars and some ways to make them more engaging. Even in 2020, webinars are still a great way to drive sales, so it is super important that you make sure your audiences are captivated the entire time. To hear more, be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Simple Ways to Make Your Webinars More Engaging. [00:34] Webinars are still a very effective way to get sales. [00:43] Learn more about what webinars actually are. [00:55] Ask people questions in the webinar to keep them engaged and get more sales. [01:23] Focus less on teaching and more on giving people ‘aha moments’. [02:55] Have someone else man the chat during your webinar. [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ClickFunnels Livestorm Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Skills You Need to Teach Your Children #1752
In episode #1752, we cover three essential life skills we think you should teach your kids so they can become the best versions of themselves. Whether it applies to marketing or not, we believe that learning creative problem solving, independent thinking, and social skills will stand your child in good stead to navigate the world of tomorrow. Tune in to hear why! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Skills You Need to Teach Your Children. [00:30] Help your child learn how to solve problems by teaching them creativity. [01:21] Avoiding force-feeding kids information so they learn to think for themselves. [02:14] Getting kids off their phones and teaching them social skills. [05:07] Go to marketingschool.io/live to hang out with Neil and Eric in September. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Strategic Ways to Monetize Your Blog for Long Term Cash Flow #2171
In episode #2171, we share three strategic ways to monetize your blog for long-term cash flow! It is widely known that blog traffic can be manipulated in order to increase your revenue, but there are some methods that are better than others and will lead to more sustained income. Tune in to hear about our best advice for monetizing your blog today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:22] Today’s topic: 3 Strategic Ways to Monetize Your Blog for Long Term Cash Flow. [00:40] Using your blog to promote your own product or service! [01:30] There is more to traffic than SEO; think about retargeting your email list. [02:17] How partnerships can take your blog’s reach to the next level. [03:37] That’s it for today! [03:39] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io/live to apply for our live event. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Kylie Jenner Shopify Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Things We Are Excited About in 2023 #2268
In episode #2268, Neil and Eric talk about 3 things they are excited about in 2023. 2022 has been a tumultuous year, from the war in Ukraine, to supply chain disruptions, to widespread uncertainty in the economy. But it’s not all doom and gloom. In today’s episode, we break down how these events are impacting the world and the three surprising things we are excited about for 2023. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Things We Are Excited About in 2023. [00:25] Why a bad economy can present exciting business opportunities. [02:04] An overview of how silicon valley has influenced hiring practices in other industries. [03:11] Why Eric is excited about YouTube in 2023. [03:40] Neil’s thoughts on international expansion and why he’s excited about it. [04:32] Understanding asymmetrical expansion. [05:38] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [05:44] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Things We Are Excited About in 2023 #2320
In episode #2320, Neil and Eric give an overview of what they are most excited about for 2023. The recent shifts in the market have created various new opportunities for businesses to take advantage of in 2023, and we can already tell that it is going to be an amazing year. Tune in to discover the three things to be excited about for 2023 and the reasons why. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 3 Things We Are Excited About in 2023. [00:45] The first reason why you should be excited for 2023. [01:02] How to leverage marketing opportunities next year. [01:20] Why there is going to be more talent available for hire. [02:09] Opportunities to acquire new businesses and increase market share. [02:35] An exciting development for 2023 regarding Marketing School. [03:17] That’s it for today! [03:24] Go to https://marketingschool.io/ to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Don’t forget to subscribe to our renewed Marketing School YouTube channel. Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Things Your Mobile Landing Page Needs to Have #1618
Today we are going to talk about 3 Things Your Mobile Landing Page Needs to Have.
3 Tips For Better Subject Lines | Ep. #1044
In episode #1044, we discuss tips for better subject lines. Tune in to hear what you could be doing better. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles. Check out the details on this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 3 Tips For Better Subject Lines [00:35] Salesloft has people sending millions of emails out. [01:33] Research shows that subject lines with just one word out-perform the average email by 87%. [01:50] This casual subject line mimics more casual emails you might receive from friends. [03:15] “Hey, Jane” performs better than just “Jane”. [04:00] The more “human” the subject line, the better. [04:15] Emails need to be under a certain word count to be successful. [04:30] Avoid bullet points, as emails with bullet points get lower reply rates. [05:45] Eric isn’t sure if you should omit opt-out links, because you will get spam complaints. [06:20] The more your list engages, the better your open rates, deliverability, etc. [06:35] That’s it for today! [06:40] We are almost at capacity for our live event, so register while you still can: Check out Single Grain for more info. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Ways to Double Your Organic Traffic with International SEO | Ep. #1309
In episode #1309, we share three ways to increase your traffic with international SEO. Even if you have high domain authority, it is still necessary to go out there and build localized links in these regions. Tune in to hear whether using a subfolder, a top-level domain (TLD), or a subdirectory is best! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Three Ways to Double Your Organic Traffic with International SEO. [00:46] Why international SEO is important and what kind of results you can expect. [01:06] A list of top five countries Neil gets SEO traffic from, including India and Brazil. [01:44] Reaching Mexico, Spain, Argentina, Chile, Columbia, etc. by doing SEO in Spanish. [02:10] Go out there and build links in these local regions and translate the content manually. [02:30] Even if you have high domain authority, you still need localized links. [02:45] Why it is easy to build links in non-English-speaking markets. [03:04] Choosing between using a subfolder, a top-level domain, or a subdirectory. [04:23] Increase your rankings by getting brand queries in these localized regions. [04:54] That’s it for today! [04:56] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Ways to Drastically Improve Your Client Retention #2080
In episode #2080, Neil and Eric talk about three ways to drastically improve your client retention. Many companies believe that a 30-40 percent churn rate is acceptable when actually this number is far too high. Learn how to identify the top reasons why your customers are leaving, why retention is so valuable, and how to drastically improve your retention levels! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Three ways to drastically improve your client retention. [00:25] Why 30-40 percent churn should be avoided. [00:48] How to use a credit card updater and PayPal to improve retention. [01:31] What it means to have an executive sponsor and how it helps clients. [02:34] How to run Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and solve your retention problems one issue at a time. [03:17] What the book 7 Powers: The Foundations of Business Strategy can teach us about retention. [04:11] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:27] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn more about our next live event! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: 7 Powers: The Foundations of Business Strategy Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
3 Ways to Restore Lost Trust With Your Audience #1652
3 Ways to Restore Lost Trust with Your Audience In episode #1652, we talk about three ways you can restore trust you might have lost with your audience. It is not uncommon for this to happen, so be proactive in how you choose to fix it. Be sure to tune in today to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 3 Ways to Restore Lost Trust with Your Audience. [00:29] Number one: Confront what happened and tell people how you will fix it. [01:20] Number two: Go above and beyond when trying to restore trust. [02:10] Number three: Give it time and keep pushing forward. [02:52] If things get super dire, you can always totally rebrand. [03:18] That’s it for today! [03:18] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: BP Spectrum Verizon Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO Visits – Part 1 | Ep. #1406
In episode #1406, we share the first batch of thirty lessons we have learned after thirty million SEO visits! Today we are sharing lessons 1 through 8, so make sure not to miss out on these foundational points. We talk about translation, link building, updating content and more. Tune in to hear it all. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO Visits. [00:42] Global expansion through translation and transcription. [01:12] There are no guarantees in SEO, just like in life! [01:38] Links are central to your growth; you need as many as possible. [02:03] Patience is a virtue, so stick in there and reap the rewards that accumulate. [02:40] Updating old content is often better than creating new stuff all the time. [03:06] The current trend in SEO is around product-led growth — don’t underestimate it! [03:46] Get aggressive with your tactics, use popups and drive the traffic where you want it. [04:21] Do not bet everything on SEO; diversify as soon as possible. [04:52] That’s it for today! [04:59] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Upwork Ahrefs ClickFlow Ubersuggest Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO Visits – Part 2 | Ep. #1407
In episode #1407, we share the second batch of thirty lessons we have learned after thirty million SEO visits! Today we are sharing lessons 9 through 16, including points on infographics, blackhat tactics, speed and more! Tune in to hear some more vital things for your SEO success! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO Visits. [00:37] Infographics are the easiest way to boost your numbers. [01:08] Understand blackhat SEO but execute it in a whitehat way! [01:56] Don’t obsess over SEO updates; not all changes will affect you. [02:36] Traffic is not everything — it’s more about conversion numbers. [03:15] Specialization and focus can serve you very well in generating traffic. [03:42] The SEO industry is not necessarily the most inspiring space, so look elsewhere! [04:35] Speed is a great lever for boosting traffic. [05:07] Bounce rates are not the most important metric, think more about customer experience. [05:53] That is it for today! [05:55] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: CodeCanyon about.com Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO Visits – Part 3 | Ep. #1408
In episode #1408, we dive into numbers 17 to 23 of the 30 lessons we have learned after 30 million SEO visits! In this third installment, you can expect to learn more on subjects such as branding and how it can set you apart, why you should look to see what your competition is doing, and the importance of your SEO team. Tune in to hear tips to take your SEO game to the next level! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:26] Today’s topic: 30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO visits. [00:37] The importance of focusing on branding and how it relates to Google ranking. [01:26] Draw lessons from your competitors and some tools to help with this. [02:05] Why you should not fear duplicate content across platforms. [02:32] What a power page is and why you should have one on your site. [03:37] Benefits of interlinking your content. [04:01] SEO is a team sport. You can’t do it alone. [04:39] How having AMPs can help increase your traffic. [05:07] That’s it for today! [05:21] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Alexa Backlinko AMP Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO Visits – Part 4 | Ep. #1409
In episode #1409, we dive into the fourth and final installment of the 30 lessons we have learned after 30 million SEO visits! Today we look at lessons 24 to 30. You can expect to hear more about why niches are important, making the most of your titles, and optimizing for search engines besides Google. Tune in to learn more about taking your SEO to the next level! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:28] Today’s topic: 30 Lessons After 30 Million SEO Visits. [00:35] The riches are in the niches. You can’t be everything to everyone. [01:16] How to generate more ROI from your SEO. [01:43] Find ways to make the most of your titles and meta-descriptions. [02:15] Why your content that’s decaying the fastest is what you should update first. [02:28] How an FAQ schema can help get more people to click to your site. [02:50] Google is not the only search engine, so optimize for other ones too. [03:22] Why you can achieve more with longer-tail keywords. [04:08] That’s it for today! [04:11] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ClickFlow Bing Baidu Yandex Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Fundamental Things You Need to Master in Marketing | Ep. #504
On episode #504, Eric and Neil discuss the four fundamental things you need to master in marketing. Tune in to hear what these four elements are and how they can massively improve your business. Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 4 Fundamental Things You Need to Master in Marketing [00:34] Element #1: Consistency when it comes to running tests. [01:10] Neil finds that what works in marketing today, won’t necessarily work tomorrow. By running tests, you figure out what is working and what is not. [01:35] For instance, Neil decided to use Google Authentication as a method of signing up for his email list, which produced better results than asking for names and addresses. [02:05] Element #2: Having a growth mindset. Looking at your peers, assessing new options, and not being closed-off. [02:46] Element #3: Be data driven. Numbers are all that matter! [03:21] When Neil spoke with his team recently, they listed changes they wanted to make, but the changes weren’t based on data. [04:00] Element #4: Think about the process. [04:05] Google the “Toyota Production System”, which is the method by which they make their cars. [04:15] Even Eric and Neil have a process for their podcast. When you systamize things, they become easier to achieve. [05:00] That’s it for today! [05:02] Eric and Neil recommend the Problem Solvers podcast, because there is a great episode about the Hello Fresh CEO. To listen go to singlegrain.com/solve. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Marketing Lessons We Learned The Hard Way #1621
4 Marketing Lessons that We Learned the Hard Way In episode #1621, we talk about the four marketing lessons that we learned the hard way. From under-researched SEO strategies to relying on old and outdated ideas, we have seen what works and what doesn’t, and wanted to share these four tips with you, so you can learn quicker than we did! Tune in to hear about making mistakes early, optimizing the right way, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 4 Marketing Lessons that We Learned the Hard Way. [00:32] Think bigger picture — you have to optimize for keywords that drive volume! [01:13] Use the extra time you have in the beginning to make mistakes. [01:29] Most channels are saturated, so do your research before implementation. [02:25] Content marketing is not a quick fix — get ready for a longer journey. [03:09] Marketing experience does not always equate to success and new ideas are also powerful! [04:16] That’s it for today! [04:18] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Marketing Traits to Emulate from Businesses like Amazon #1804
In episode #1804, we share four marketing traits to emulate from hugely successful businesses like Amazon, which has done a number of different things to help them grow. From obsessing about your customers to aggressive experimentation and creating lifetime value, we’ve got some key advice to help you grow your business! Tune in today to learn more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 4 Marketing Traits to Emulate from Businesses like Amazon. [00:29] The first trait you can emulate to help you grow: obsess about your customer. [00:48] An example of how adding reviews helped Amazon build trust and increase revenue. [01:19] Trait two: prioritize learning over profit in the early phases of your business. [02:22] Trait number three: optimize for LTV or life time value. [02:59] Last but not least, trait number four: cultivate company culture. [03:40] That’s it for today! [03:41] Go to marketingschool.io/live to join our virtual and live events. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Amazon Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Memory Hacks to Remember Books and Podcasts Better | Ep. #1498
In episode #1498, we give you four memory hacks to remember books and podcasts better! Things become much easier to remember if you write them down after hearing them and they get further cemented in your mind if you turn them into actions! For top tips about remembering, staying interested, and not overloading your brain with too much information, be sure to tune in. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Four Memory Hacks to Remember Books and Podcasts Better. [00:32] People remember stuff more when they write it down. [01:29] After writing something down, turn it into an action. [02:09] Remembering not to digest too much information. [03:00] Curate what you read by moving on if you don’t feel you’re getting value. [03:45] That’s it for today! [03:46] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Asana Apple Notes Naval Ravikant on Twitter Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Powerful SEO Campaigns You Probably Haven’t Tried #1762
In episode #1762, we share four powerful SEO campaigns that have generated amazing results on our side. SEO campaigns, in contrast to small and quick hacks, are strategies that are implemented for the long term. Tune in and learn about expanding globally, using pillar pages, hosting non static content on a CDN, and leveraging existing domain authority through M&As. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 4 Powerful SEO Campaigns You Probably Haven’t Tried. [00:30] What we mean by SEO campaigns. [00:42] All the work that goes into expanding globally. [01:11] Using pillar pages with links to child pages. [02:10] Hosting non-static content on a CDN. [02:41] Using existing domain authority with M&A. [04:03] Go to marketingschool.io/live to hang out with Neil and Eric in September. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Powerful Ways to Improve Your Content Marketing #2324
In episode #2324, Neil and Eric provide listeners with some simple but powerful steps to improve your content marketing. Marketing is impossible without great content, and ensuring quality is critical to a successful strategy. Tune in to discover some easy, simple, and compelling ways to ensure your content is relevant, engaging, and brings customers back for more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 4 Powerful Ways to Improve Your Content Marketing. [00:26] Find out how to leverage the power of AI to improve your content. [01:04] Learn why integrating a call to action throughout your content is recommended. [01:42] Discover how to leverage the power of content analytics. [02:27] Identifying gaps in traffic, what it entails, and the benefits. [02:40] That’s it for today! [02:45] Go to levelingup.com/founders to apply. [02:57] Go to https://marketingschool.io/ to learn more. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Neil Patel’s Blog Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Secrets to Skyrocket Your Traffic with Long-Tail SEO | Ep. #1341
In episode #1341, we share four secrets to rapidly increase your traffic with long-tail SEO. There are several resources and tools that can help you find relevant keywords and thereby improve your SEO. Tune in to hear how monitoring the performance of your posts can help you to remain proactive! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Four Secrets to Skyrocket Your Traffic With Long-Tail SEO. [00:33] Look for all the related keywords that people are searching for. [01:13] Blend the keywords in with the rest of your text so that it flows well. [01:26] Monitor the traffic from your high and low performing posts. [02:00] Check out The Beginner’s Guide to SEO by Moz and structure your content this way. [02:50] Use power pages and pillar pieces and how they differ. [03:31] The tools you can use to find keywords and add them to your content. [03:55] That’s it for today! [03:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Content Decay Clickflow The Beginner’s Guide to SEO by Moz Backlinko Ubersuggest Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Steps to Getting Started with RSLA | Ep. #153
In Episode #153, Eric and Neil discuss the 4 steps to get started with RSLA (Remarketing Lists for Search Ads). RLSA allow you to target your past website visitors to open up more possibilities for marketing and promotion. Listen to find out how you can set-up your RSLA to start benefitting from this feature ASAP. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 4 Steps to Getting Started with RSLA 00:36 – RLSA (Remarketing Lists for Search Ads) is a feature that lets you customize your search ad campaigns for people who have previously visited your website 00:50 – The idea is to target people who visited your site before and are searching for something similar in Google 01:24 – The 4 Main Steps to get started with RSLA: Pixeling your audience, create content, keyword research, and setting up in Google Adwords 01:36 – PIxeling is very easy – just add the pixel code to your account 01:46 – If your content is NOT relevant to buyers, you will get a ton of traffic without conversion 02:12 – KissMetrics is an example 03:00 – Being too broad in your content will get you irrelevant traffic 03:33 – Use a Google Keyword tool or SEMRush for your keyword research 04:03 – After you setup your keyword permutations, you can retarget people who already purchased with a separate brand campaign 05:13 – RLSA allows you to do more advanced marketing strategies 05:35 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: RLSA allows you to target past website visitors who are searching for similar things on Google. Avoid irrelevant traffic by making your content RELEVANT to your target audience. RLSA enables you to set-up advanced strategies for your remarketing. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Uncommon Items Every Marketer Should Own #1742
4 Uncommon Items Every Marketer Should Own In episode #1742, we speak about habits and products that keep you healthy so that you can perform at your best as a marketer. We know that there are a whole galaxy of SaaS products out there that you can use to grow your business, but it is important not to forget about the basics of maintaining your mental and physical health. Tune in and hear about moments of reflection, getting a good night’s sleep, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 4 Uncommon Items Every Marketer Should Own. [00:49] Taking moments for reflection and creativity with a pen and pad. [01:21] The great ideas that come while going for walks in nature. [02:21] Good sleep equals high performance; products for sleeping better. [04:01] Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to this show! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Oura Ring Eight Sleep Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Underrated SEO Plays That’ll Double Your Organic Traffic | Ep. #1439
In episode #1439, we discuss four underrated SEO strategies that will help you boost your organic traffic. Updating your content and keywords, removing old dates from your URLs, and using power and pillar pages effectively will all contribute to reviving your organic traffic. Tune in to hear about the tools that will get you to your traffic goals. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 4 Underrated SEO Plays That Will Double Your Organic Traffic. [00:39] Upgrade your content regularly. [01:01] Consider your top performers and explore new keywords to update them. [01:30] Boost your traffic by removing dates from your URLs. [01:45] Write long-form pieces of content and consolidate different pieces together. [02:04] Consider what Animalz does with their power and pillar pages. [02:24] Turn your content into videos and put them on YouTube. [03:01] That’s it for today! [03:02] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest ClickFlow Brian Dean Animalz vidIQ Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
4 Unorthodox Social Media Hacks That’ll Double Your Social Traffic | Ep. #1374
In episode #1370, we share four unorthodox social media hacks that will double your social traffic! Social media is not all about likes and retweets, it is also about comments! Learn this and more on today’s episode as we help you increase your reach, engagement and ultimately your conversation rates! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 4 Unorthodox Social Media Hacks that will Double Your Social Traffic. [01:12] Doubling down on the all-important first window of time that a post is live. [01:53] Posting on multiple channels and making the most of your content. [02:43] The value of comments; asking questions takes your content so much further! [03:35] Using ego-bate to get more retweets and reach. [04:28] That’s it for today! [04:30] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ben Horowitz Andreessen Horowitz Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Best Practices When Doing Marketing For E-Commerce #2133
In episode #2133, Neil and Eric break down 5 best practices when doing marketing for e-Commerce. Tune in to learn how simplifying pricing, optimizing search tools, and upgrading your payment options can increase conversion rates!! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Best Practices When Doing Marketing For E-Commerce. [00:25] How breaking down your pricing can boost conversion rates by ten percent. [01:03] Why you should be using your internal search and analytics tools. [01:30] How to make sure that your search adapts to what converts best. [01:49] Ensure that you’re making it easy to pay in a variety of ways, like MobilePay and Apple Pay. [02:14] Why you need to include PayPal as a payment option. [02:30] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:31] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn about our next event from 29-31 August! [02:47] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: MobilePay Apple Pay PayPal Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Book Promotion Ideas To Get Your First 1,000 Sales #1648
Today we are going to talk about 5 Book Promotion Ideas To Get Your First 1,000 Sales!
5 Business Books That’ll Change Your Life | Ep. #470
In Episode #470, Eric and Neil discuss five business books that’ll change your life. Tune in to learn what entrepreneurs are reading and how these particular authors will change the way you look at your business. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 5 Business Books That’ll Change Your Life 00:53 – The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz talks about a company’s difficulties 01:28 – Eric Ries’ The Lean Startup is about how you can get out there and outlines what you need to learn before starting out 02:04 – Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh helps you to build a great culture and the core values of a company 02:43 – The Dip by Seth Godin talks about when to quit and when to stick with it 03:20 – The Goal by Eliyahu Goldratt breaks down the problems of every single business 04:08 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 04:13 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 04:28 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: We all make mistakes to learn from them. Entrepreneurship isn’t just about the money, but the people you work with. Books alone won’t make you successful, but provide a guide for your particular field. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 CRO Tips to Convert E-commerce Sites #1868
In episode #1868, Neil and Eric talk about CRO tips that will help you convert. Whether it’s having a range of payment options or looking at your image quality, there are numerous ways to optimize your CRO. Tune in to hear them all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 CRO Tips to Convert Ecommerce Sites [00:30] #1: Make sure that you have many pay options. [01:08] #2: Look for qualitative feedback. [01:46] #3: Always have upsells and downsells. [02:12] #4: Look out for where the bottlenecks are. [02:39] #5: You should pay attention to your image quality. [03:14] That’s it for today! [03:14] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Creative Ad Hacks That Will Double Your Sales | Ep. #556
In episode #556, Eric and Neil lay out five hacks that will help you increase your sales. Tune in to hear how you can convert more clicks into customers. Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 5 Creative Ad Hacks That Will Double Your Sales [00:35] Hack #1: Use video re-marketing ads. [00:54] Create a video ad that shows what people will get when they purchase your service or product. [01:15] Hack #2: Use Facebook Analytics. [01:52] You will see diminishing returns on paid Facebook ads. [02:20] Agora is a great site that broke down the difference between 7, 8, and 9-figure earners. [02:39] Hack #3: You need to have upsells and downsells. [02:56] Hack #4: If you are able to consolidate your ads through one Page Post ID, it will help bring your CPCs and CPAs down. [04:03] Hack #5: Use the rule of 7: if people see you seven times, they are more likely to convert into customers. [05:10] Neil flooded the market with different types of ads on different platforms and he converted a large number of people. [05:44] Overall, the ROI numbers went through the roof. [05:49] That’s it for today! [05:51] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special edition of Crazy Egg, the heat mapping tool. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Creative Ways to Use Instagram #1644
Today we are going to talk about 5 Creative Ways to Use Instagram!
5 Customer Acquisition Strategies to Finish 2022 Strong #2132
In episode #2132, Neil and Eric talk about five customer acquisition strategies to finish 2022 strong. Tune in for some great tips, like how to use influencer marketing and how to buy attention in a contracting market. We also unpack how you can add free tools to your website and why you should double down on the channels you already have. Make sure you tune in for some great strategies on how to finish 2022 on a high! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: five customer acquisition strategies to finish 2022 strong. [00:26] How to use PR or influencer marketing. [01:12] Learn about Spin the Wheel by Privy. [01:51] How to buy attention in a contracting market. [02:25] Why you should add a free tool to your website with CodeCanyon. [02:54] How to focus on the channels you already have. [04:01] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:03] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn about our next event from 29-31 August! [04:16] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Privy Spin the Wheel by Privy CodeCanyon Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere
5 Easy Ways to Diversify Your Income #1727
5 Easy Ways to Diversify Your Income In episode #1727, we give you five easy ways you can use to diversify your income. Whether we are talking about businesses, marketing strategies, or income streams, the more you diversify, the less vulnerable you will be if one dries up. Tune in and hear how to use diversification to increase the revenue you generate cheaply and easily! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Easy Ways to Diversify Your Income. [00:27] The value of diversifying businesses, income streams, and marketing. [01:12] Different ways to diversify marketing to earn separate income streams. [01:47] How to build a service business to reach seven income streams. [02:28] Ways to measure if you need to add new income streams. [02:51] Hiring staff to add extra streams of income. [03:19] Using partnerships to expand without putting in too much cash. [03:34] How to buy other media properties or websites. [04:11] Text us at 310 349 3785 for updates and feedback. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Flippa feinternational.com microacquire.com Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Easy Ways to Find Keywords That Convert Into Sales | Ep. #1268
In episode #1268, we share five easy ways to discover those keywords that lead to sales. Use comparison-based keywords to capture an audience that is ready to make a purchase. Tune in to hear all about the most effective keyword generating tools! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Five Easy Ways to Find Keywords that Convert Into Sales. [00:42] Going after comparison-based keywords using a keyword tool. [01:24] Why comparison-based keywords are high in conversions. [01:55] Pay attention to what keywords and ads your competitors are bidding on. [02:27] Features that show the top keywords your competitors are going after. [03:07] Look at your add accounts to see what converts. [03:27] Using a thesaurus to find synonyms for relevant keywords. [03:59] Everything you can do with a tool like Clickflow. [04:30] That’s it for today! [04:32] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ConvertKit Mailchimp AWeber Ubersuggest Ahrefs SEMrush Adbeat ClickFlow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Email Marketing Tips for Book Launches #1658
5 Email Marketing Tips for Book Launches In episode #1658, we share five email marketing tips for book launches! As Eric nears the due date for his Leveling Up book, we thought we would share a handful of actionable ways you can promote your work before it publishes. Tune in to hear about emailing excerpts, creating ambassadors, using contests, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Email Marketing Tips for Book Launches. [00:29] The power of bulk sales for books and tiered offers for customers. [01:25] Using pieces from a book as content to send to your email list. [01:59] Deadlines, countdowns, and contests as a launch date approaches. [02:29] Growing your list by connecting with peers and useful partners through cross-promotion. [02:57] Creating ambassadors and offering incentives for interested parties from your community. [04:08] That’s it for today! [04:12] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leveling Up Clubhouse Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Hacks to Generate Clients Using LinkedIn | Ep. #496
In episode #496, Eric and Neil talk about the five hacks you can use in order to generate clients using LinkedIn. Tune in for some great advice about how to use this networking site to your advantage. Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:28] Today’s Topic: 5 Hacks to Generate Clients Using LinkedIn [00:35] Hack #1: Write content! They push content more than Facebook, because LinkedIn is hungry for content. [01:25] Hack #2: Use DuxSoup. DuxSoup allows you to visit profiles, collect email addresses, and send messages to LinkedIn users. DuxSoup will also help you sort out good contacts. [02:40] Hack #3: Ask people for feedback on LinkedIn. AlertFind allows companies to text and communicate with their employees with ease during times of crisis. You can use this system to hit up ideal customers and ask for feedback. [04:45] Hack #4: Filter out people for first or second-degree connections on LinkedIn. Using DuxSoup will help you filter and then reach out to these people. [05:42] Hack #5: Change your bio so that it reflects the work you want to do, on top of what you actually do. This can increase inquiries. [07:15] That’s it for today! [07:17] Supermetrics is a powerful analytics reporting tool. It does things other analytics tools cannot do! To learn more go to Supermetrics.com/marketingschool. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Inexpensive Client Gift Ideas (that Win Repeat Business) #1776
In episode #1776, we talk about how to give extra special gifts and the value of doing so from a marketing standpoint. When you get someone a gift that is memorable, not only does this generate goodwill but it amounts to free marketing because it keeps you top of mind. Listen in today and hear about great gift ideas for helping clients better themselves, making kick-off calls more congenial, and a whole lot more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Inexpensive Client Gift Ideas (that Win Repeat Business). [00:27] The benefit of gifting as far as staying top of mind. [01:12] Why a good pair of headphones is inexpensive compared to what your client gives you. [01:44] Using a gift basket filled with snacks to make kick-off calls as good as possible. [02:16] Giving gifts people can use and tips for how to personalize them. [03:08] The value of any gift that can help clients improve themselves. [03:49] How to find out what a client likes and buy them a gift that matches their interests. [04:10] Go to marketingschool.io/live to hang out with Neil and Eric in September. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Giftology Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Interesting Rules We Follow With Our Marketing #1867
In episode #1867, Neil and Eric talk about some rules they follow with marketing. From the rule of seven to the 80/20 rule, there is no shortage of top marketing tips for you. Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Interesting Rules We Follow With Our Marketing [00:30] #1: The rule of seven; why it’s important to take an omnichannel approach. [00:55] #2: It takes three years to become successful. [01:20] #3: Spend a portion of your budget on things that are not highly trackable. [01:56] #4: Apply the 80/20 to producing free content. [03:18] #5: Give it three months when you try a new marketing channel. [03:59] That’s it for today! [03:59] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Gary Vaynerchuk Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Key Questions to Ask To Improve Your Content By 10x #1987
In episode #1987, Neil and Eric talk about 5 key questions to ask to improve your content by 10x. Surveys are an excellent tool for getting feedback and improving your content. Tune in to learn about the best questions to ask and 10x your content! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Key Questions to Ask To Improve Your Content By 10x. [00:30] Surveys are an excellent way to get feedback and improve your content [00:35] Ask people how you can make your content better. [01:05] Follow up with a question asking whether there is anything they’d like to add. [01:19] Ask who has the best content in your space. [01:42] Get to the root of what is faulty in your content by asking ‘what’s something you’re uncomfortable telling us about our content?’. [02:09] How to use exit pop-up surveys to improve your headlines. [03:07] That’s it for today! [03:13] Take part in our survey at marketingschool.io/improve! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Likely Reasons Why Your Landing Page Isn’t Converting | Ep. #1487
In episode #1487, we share the five most likely reasons why your landing page is not performing as well as you expected. There are many reasons why people might visit your page and leave without making a purchase, so try to identify and address all the things that might be stopping them. Tune in to hear about the framework that helps you create landing pages with high conversion rates! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Five Likely Reasons Why Your Landing Page Is Not Converting. [00:35] Your landing page might not answer the objections people have. [01:13] Copywriting does not have to be hard – you just have to know how people think. [01:51] Write content that touches on people’s dreams, fears, and feelings in general. [02:40] Think about the reasons why people might not be buying from you and address them. [04:16] Hear about the framework that helps you create landing pages that convert. [04:56] The importance of the UPSYD method from Breakthrough Advertising. [05:52] Ensure that your price is not too expensive compared to your competitors’. [06:12] If your offer is super expensive, show people why it is worth the money. [06:36] Even if you write the best copy, if your pricing is off, the conversion will be slow. [07:04] That’s it for today! [07:06] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Frank Kern Levels Health The Mom Test Breakthrough Advertising DigitalMarketer Russell Brunson Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Marketing Bets We Are Doubling Down On #1788
In episode #1788, we give you five trends in marketing that we think are worth betting on. From capitalizing on the high perceived value of TV ads to leveraging short-form video platforms and more, you’ll come away from this episode with a full new bag of tricks after tuning in! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Marketing Bets We Are Doubling Down On. [00:30] The prospects offered by TV advertising and how to test this channel out. [01:15] Attacking the platforms where Gen-Z is hanging out. [01:46] Buying companies as a way to grow. [02:23] Tapping into the hunger that people have for communities. [03:22] Hiring people that have been successful at previous jobs with your competition. [04:18] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live peer groups. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Marketing Books That’ll Change Your Life | Ep. #471
In Episode #471, Eric and Neil discuss five marketing books that’ll change your life. Tune in to find out which books are most influential in the industry and that will help you master the art of marketing! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 5 Marketing Books That’ll Change Your Life 00:38 – Don’t Make Me Think discusses usability and how you can apply these strategies to your website 01:11 – Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini is about how you can persuade people to take action 01:48 – The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing breaks down laws you need to follow in the marketing space 02:04 – Content Inc has a lot of case studies for different types of content 02:30 – Ogilvy on Advertising should be read by anyone who’s going into marketing 02:50 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 02:57 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 03:06 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: You need to employ marketing strategies for your website—study and learn the tricks to ensure you’re optimizing for conversion. There are actual laws that you should be following in marketing. David Ogilvy, the father of marketing, is a genius when it comes to advertising and marketing. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Marketing Expenses You Shouldn’t Be Cheap On #1789
In episode #1789, we give you the five marketing expenses you should never cut corners on. While it is good to adopt a can-do attitude and get big things done with fewer resources, you will shoot yourself in the foot long-term if you don’t invest properly in the expenses we list today. Tune in and hear us weigh in on the good sense in paying top dollar for talent, branding, events and more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Marketing Expenses You Shouldn’t Be Cheap On. [00:30] Trying to save a few bucks while hiring is just not worth it. [01:12] Becoming more aware of the power of branding. [01:52] A cheaply held event does more damage than good. [03:01] Going all out on content creation with the goal of building an audience. [03:48] Paying for the best versions of the most critical marketing software. [04:45] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live peer groups. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Brex Ramp Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Marketing Fallacies That Will Stunt Your Growth #2138
In episode #2138, Neil and Eric discuss 5 marketing fallacies that will stunt your growth. We’ve noticed a lot of misconceptions around marketing, and many of them can have a detrimental effect on the longevity and growth of your company. Tune in to learn why ads won’t fix everything, how to use an omnichannel approach, and why you should create a pillar page and build your content from there. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Marketing Fallacies That Will Stunt Your Growth. [00:35] Why ads will only grow your business if you already have momentum. [01:11] Why an omnichannel approach works best. [01:45] The fallacy that you need to create content on everything when you’re starting out. [02:17] Why it’s a fallacy that marketing needs to have an ROI. [03:26] Why link building is still essential for SEO. [03:47] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:48] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn about our next event from 29-31 August! [04:01] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Marketing Services That We Use To Grow Faster #2153
In episode #2153, we share five marketing services that we use to grow faster! From outreach to social media posts, this list can really make a difference to your output and growth. Tune in to find out about Spiralyze, Shortlist, MarketerHire, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:23] Today’s topic: 5 Marketing Services That We Use To Grow Faster. [00:33] How Shortlist can help you with your outreach and link building. [00:52] Making use of MarketerHire to find and recruit great talent. [01:23] Konstant Kreative’s service for churning out content at scale. [01:51] Why you should consider checking out Spiralyze. [02:18] How GrowthMasters can help you up your LinkedIn reach. [02:43] That’s it for today! [02:48] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io/live to apply for our live event! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Shortlist MarketerHire Konstant Kreative Spiralyze GrowthMasters Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Marketing Trends That Will End Up Being Long Term #1801
In episode #1801, we give you five movements in marketing that seem like trends but are actually here to stay. Tuning in, you’ll hear why we think drop-in audio, voice commerce, decentralization, influencer marketing, and SMS marketing are quickly becoming part of our daily reality as marketers for good. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Marketing Trends That Will End Up Being Long Term. [00:35] Drop-in audio is here to stay as a feature. [01:37] How many people are purchasing through voice commerce. [02:15] Shifts in power toward more decentralized systems. [02:50] The rise of influencer marketing which will become a staple. [03:23] The open rates of SMS marketing and how it is being used. [04:09] That’s it for today! [04:10] Go to marketingschool.io/live to join our virtual and live events. Links Mentioned: BOXYCHARM MobileMonkey Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 New Marketing Trends We’re Excited About for Q3 2021 #1773
In episode #1773, we share the five marketing trends we are most excited about for Q3. We are currently in the month of May and there are a few storms brewing in the marketing world! LinkedIn is finally ramping up its ad platform, people are making serious money out of NFTs, and the creator economy is stronger than ever. Tune in and hear all five! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 New Marketing Trends We’re Excited About for Q3 2021. [00:37] New features on LinkedIn such as boosting and event ads. [01:15] Automating tedious marketing processes with UiPath. [01:51] All the platforms and features out there that support the creator economy. [02:33] The advent of Instagram messenger bots. [03:21] How promising NFTs are as a marketing mechanism. [04:37] Go to marketingschool.io/live to hang out with Neil and Eric in September. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: UiPath MobileMonkey DJ BT Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Overlooked SEO Tweaks That’ll Grow Your Organic Traffic Fast | Ep. #1316
In episode #1316, we talk about the five overlooked SEO tweaks that will ultimately help you grow your organic traffic faster. A lot of times we tend to forget about the organic growth we can gain by consistently repurposing and linking old content on our own blogs. Tune in as we go over these five simple tweaks you can apply today to grow your organic traffic in no time! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Five Overlooked SEO Tweaks That Will Grow Your Organic Traffic Fast. [00:31] Tweak #1: Look for Google pages that have a high impression count to tweak your title. [01:05] Tweak #2: Find three old blog posts relevant to your new piece and link to the new one. [01:42] Tweak #3: When updated older pieces of content, add new keywords. [02:12] Tweak #4: Make sure you have a sidebar on your blog – add in pillar pages. [03:21] Tweak #5: Make a power page – consolidate your existing content. [04:26] That’s it for today! [04:38] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest ClickFlow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Powerful Questions to Ask on Customer Surveys | Ep. #1604
5 Powerful Questions to Ask on Customer Surveys In episode #1604, we talk about five of the most powerful questions to ask on customer surveys. We hear about open-ended questions, gaining insights to improve user experience, and why it’s important to find out who your customers are. Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Powerful Questions to Ask on Customer Surveys. [00:33] Why customer surveys are so important for your business. [00:47] Leave an optional, open-ended question at the end of the survey. [01:22] The benefits of asking customers about what you could have done better. [02:04] A question to ask about referring customers. [02:51] Demographic questions that are important to ask. [03:37] That’s it for today! [03:37] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Powerful Ways to Monetize Your Blog Fast #1675
5 Powerful Ways to Monetize Your Blog Fast In episode #1675, we give you five proven ways to monetize your blog fast. If you build a website and start to get some traffic on it, you might as well implement the absolute best ways to make money from it in whatever way possible. Tune in to hear about using tracking pixels, selling native ads, linking affiliate products, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Powerful Ways to Monetize Your Blog Fast. [00:30] Use affiliate products that you add links to on your blog. [01:01] Add tracking pixels; companies pay a lot for the data they gather. [01:33] Sell native ads. [02:10] Add a consulting page to your website. [02:42] Sell courses that relate to your topic. [03:17] That’s it for today! [03:24] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to get a free 14-day trial of our marketing community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Clutch Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Proven Marketing Emails You Need to Be Sending Your List | Ep. #1333
In episode #1333, we talk about five proven marketing emails you need to be sending your list today! From resending unopened emails to annual surveys and holiday offers, we give you five essential things that you can do today to boost traffic and revenue. Tune in to hear what they are and get things moving! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Proven Marketing Emails Your Need to Be Sending Your List.[00:34] Asking your list questions, preferably with a yes or no answer.[01:17] Scrub your list about once a quarter; find who is active and who is not.[02:00] Sending out offers and linking these to special occasions and holidays.[02:23] Annual surveys and getting feedback from your audience.[03:08] Resend emails to recipients who have not opened the first one![04:02] That’s it for today![04:10] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ConvertKit Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Reasons Why Branding Is So Important #1865
5 Reasons Why Branding Is So Important In episode #1865, Neil and Eric talk about the reasons that branding is important. If you think about every big brand out there, you likely have a story or a memory attached to it. This is the cornerstone of great branding. Tune in today to hear it all. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Reasons Why Branding Is So Important [00:26] #1: A lot of big purchases are made on brands, not on searches. [01:00] An example that illustrates the power of branding. [01:30] #2: People remember the story behind a brand. [02:01] #3: Get your brand out there multiple times. [02:26] #4: How you position your brand determines its value. [02:55] #5: People need an emotional connection to your brand. [03:32] That’s it for today! [03:32] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: LVMH Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Reasons Why There Needs to Be More Crypto Agencies #1914
In episode #1914, Neil and Eric talk about 5 reasons why there need to be more crypto agencies. Blockchain technology is proliferating at an impressive pace, and with that comes ample opportunity to invest and market in the space. Tune in to learn more about why now is an excellent time for companies to specialize in crypto and build a brand fast! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Reasons Why There Needs to Be More Crypto Agencies. [00:30] Reason one: large companies like Facebook are moving their developer activity to focus on web three subjects, like NFTs. [01:20] Reason two: with the proliferation of blockchain technology you need more quality companies that specialize in that type of marketing. [02:03] Reason three: you can build a brand very quickly because the space is so nascent and there is a growing demand for specialization in crypto. [02:35] Reason four: there’s a lot of regulation that you need to be aware of. [03:09] Reason five: the growth in this area allows a lot of room for creativity. [04:15] That’s it for today! [04:23] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Reasons Why Your Funnel Is Not Converting #1944
In episode #1944, Neil and Eric talk about 5 reasons why your funnel is not converting. Tune in to hear how simplifying your page and making a more compelling offer can result in more conversions! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Reasons Why Your Funnel Is Not Converting. [00:25] Number one: your page is too confusing. [00:55] Number two: you’re not generating enough revenue from each conversion. [01:20] Number three: you need to be iterating more on the creativity of your marketing. [01:50] Number four: you’re trying to make all your sales instantaneous. [02:23] Number five: your offer is not compelling enough. [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:24] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Land-book $100M Offers: How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Reasons Why Your YouTube Ads Aren’t Working And What To Do About It #2119
In episode #2119, Neil and Eric discuss 5 reasons why your YouYube ads aren’t working and what to do about it. Several factors influence the success of your YouTube ads and your conversion rates. Tuning in you’ll learn how to implement the AIDA model, how to choose your ad formats, and why a call to action is crucial. We also cover landing pages, their role in conversion optimization, and how to adjust your video content for more successful ads. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Reasons Why Your YouTube Ads Aren’t Working And What To Do About It. [00:28] The AIDA model, and how to implement it. [01:01] Why you need to include a call to action [01:28] Which ad formats to use on YouTube. [02:02] Why your landing page is integral to your conversion rate. [02:59] How to adjust your video content to diversify your advertising. [03:42] Make sure to check in with who you’re targeting. [04:13] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:21] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: YouTube Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Reasons Why Your YouTube Ads Aren’t Converting | Ep. #1479
In episode #1479, we talk about five reasons why your YouTube ads are not converting! If you are using YouTube ads, there are certain common pitfalls and reasons why people are not getting the results that they could be. In this episode, we look at five of these, so tune in to hear about remarketing your traffic, the important of pattern-interrupting, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Reasons Why Your YouTube Ads Are Not Converting. [00:35] Looking at the power of YouTube ads and comparing them with ads on Facebook. [01:02] Why you have to pattern-interrupt on YouTube. [01:23] Remarket your traffic and flip your pitches for higher conversion. [01:59] New hooks mean new conversions — switch it up! [02:46] Collecting emails from YouTube ads when applicable. [03:03] Lessons from Breakthrough Advertising; understanding the customer journey. [03:54] That’s it for today! [03:56] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Russell Brunson Adbeat Breakthrough Advertising Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Reasons You Should Dabble in Crypto Marketing #1894
In episode #1894, Neil and Eric talk about 5 Reasons You Should Dabble in Crypto Marketing. The internet is changing and with the advent of web three, it will become increasingly decentralized. Learn how crypto marketing can grow your skills and give you greater global exposure. Tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Reasons You Should Dabble in Crypto Marketing. [00:30] Web three and the decentralization of the internet. [00:45] Reason one: a sense of community will become increasingly important online in the coming years. [01:49] Reason two: the regulations that govern crypto will force you to become a more creative marketer. [02:17] Reason three: NFTs have significant potential for marketing and investment. [03:07] Reason four: crypto marketing needs to take place on a global scale. [03:51] Reason five: the crypto space is growing faster than the internet. [05:10] That’s it for today! [05:32] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Red Flags It’s Time To Hire More Employees | Ep. #1557
In episode #1557, we talk about the five red flags that mean you should hire more employees. Hitting that sweet spot of good-sized team, while maintaining your profit margins is central to your business’ success. Today we discuss what to look out for when thinking about hiring someone new, so tune in hear about good salaries, utilization rates, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The 5 Red Flags When It’s Time to Hire More Employees. [00:32] Don’t pay peanuts if you want to get good help! [01:25] Overloading yourself with responsibilities in the company. [01:47] Increased profit margins means more funds to grow the team. [02:05] Maintaining a good utilization rate and a happy set of employees. [02:40] Hitting a wall with growth while being profitable. [03:48] A swamped customer service department means dropping standards. [04:05] Preparing for any scenario before you have to hire quickly. [04:38] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Upwork Paul Graham Richard Branson Gary V Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 SEO Tips You Should Start Following Today #2052
In episode #2052, Neil and Eric discuss 5 SEO tips you should start following today. Learn how building your brand will benefit your SEO, and get an introduction to the tools that will help you elevate your user experience reliably and consistently. SEO is everywhere; learn how you can start incorporating it into all of your content, today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 SEO Tips You Should Start Following Today. [00:25] Why building a brand will benefit your SEO. [00:51] The benefits of leveraging Google’s products, including platforms like YouTube. [01:28] How to use free tools to generate more backlinks. [01:53] Some of the tools you can use to elevate user experience. [02:25] Remember to incorporate SEO with whatever type of content you’re creating. [03:48] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [03:53] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Code Canyon PageSpeed Insights Schema.org Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 SEO ‘Quick Fixes’ to Boost Your Site Today #1664
5 SEO ‘Quick Fixes’ To Boost Your Site Today. In episode #1664, we share five quick fixes that you can apply to your website to boost its SEO. These hacks are so simple but you’d be surprised how many people don’t use them even though the gains they offer are so significant. From putting your dynamic content on a CDN to simply optimizing your site’s UI, tune in today to hear all five SEO hacks! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 SEO ‘Quick Fixes’ To Boost Your Site Today. [00:27] Put both your static and dynamic content on your CDN. [01:30] Update your content to boost your site’s traffic. [01:56] Make your website as user-friendly as possible. [02:33] Use the Ahrefs SEO Health Tool to check your SEO score. [02:51] Get the top ten pages from Google Search Console and link to them in your blog. [03:15] That’s it for today! [03:24] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to sign up for a 14 day trial for only $1. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Google Page Insights Pingdom Content Decay Google Page Experience Ahrefs Google Search Console Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Secrets to Growing Your Ecommerce Sales with Paid Advertising | Ep. #1373
In episode #1369, we share five secrets to growing your e-commerce sales and paid advertising! This list of tips and tricks can take you from moderate to booming and they really are pretty straightforward and easy! Tune in to hear about product reminders, one time offers and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Secrets to Growing Your E-commerce Sales and Paid Advertising. [00:32] Re-marketing customers through video advertising. [01:13] Product reminders through text-messaging and email. [01:40] Notifications around stock numbers; creating a sense of urgency helps! [02:35] Customer data platforms to maximize your business’ reach and scope. [03:15] One time offers for e-commerce: up-sells upon checkout! [04:26] That’s it for today! [04:29] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Fabletics Kate Hudson Hull Lytics OTO Script Russell Brunson Traffic Secrets Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Simple CRO Hacks You Can Do In 24 Hours Or Less #1617
Today we are going to talk about 5 Simple CRO Hacks You Can Do In 24 Hours Or Less.
5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Paid Ad Costs #2199
In episode #2199, Neil and Eric share five simple ways to lower your paid ad costs. Tune in to learn how optimizing your creative team, constructing no-brainer offers, and making the most of your customer list can help you lower your paid ad costs and subsequently allow you to grow your business! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Paid Ad Costs. [00:25] Why you need to optimize your creatives to lower your paid ad costs. [00:56] Discover how to make a no-brainer offer. [01:37] Upload your existing customer list to the platform that you’re using for paid ads. [02:10] Include more creatives into your rotation to spread the workload and combat ad fatigue. [02:34] Be sure to include upsells and downsells as part of your sales strategy. [03:09] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:10] Check https://www.marketingschool.io/jobs to see our job postings! [03:24] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: $100M Offers: How to Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel
5 Simple Yet Effective Hacks that’ll Get Your Customers to Pay You Double the Money | Ep. #499
On episode #499, Eric and Neil list five hacks that will help you make more money off your customers (particularly existing customers). Tune in to hear some great tips that will help to increase your profits! Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:28] Today’s Topic: 5 Simple Yet Effective Hacks that’ll Get Your Customers to Pay You Double the Money [00:35] Hack #1: Increase your prices. [01:12] Hack #2: Add upsells and downsells. The easiest way to get more money, is to get your existing buyers to pay you more; it is easier to get people who are already paying you to pay more money. [01:34] For example, GoDaddy offers 10-20 upsells or downsells when you are checking out. [01:52] What Eric and Neil have found, is that upsells that offer speed and automation tend to have the highest “take rate”. [02:22] Hack #3: Retain your customers. Use a program like Ask Nicely, as it will help you automate communication between you and your clients. [03:06] Think about how you can retain customers and provide a service for them. [03:50] Hack #4: Run re-marketing ads on YouTube. [04:15] Do the “opposite” sales pitch; whatever you went with before, market it using the opposite tactic. [04:57] Hack #5: Use Drift or a chat box program to keep in touch with customers. [05:45] That’s all for today! [05:46] Eric and Neil recommend the Problem Solvers podcast, because there is an episode about Burrow, the Dollar Shave Club for couches. To listen go to singlegrain.com/solve. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Skills You Need To Run a Digital Marketing Agency #1854
In episode #1854, Neil and Eric talk about the top skills needed to run a digital marketing agency. From culture to recruitment, there are certain attributes that will help you succeed at running an agency every time. Tune in to hear more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Skills You Need To Run a Digital Marketing Agency. [00:19] Number 1: You have to understand how important culture is. [01:13] Number 2: No matter how good you are at marketing, work on your sales. [02:12] Number 3: Focus on recruiting at all stages of your business. [03:07] Number 4: Remember to pay attention to communication [04:33] Number 5: Stay on top of trends to know how to get ahead of them. [05:20] That’s it for today! [05:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Sneaky Ways to Decrease Your Facebook Ad Costs #1643
5 Sneaky Ways to Decrease Your Facebook Ad Costs In episode #1643, we share five ways to decrease your Facebook ad costs which are all very sneaky! Advertising on Facebook can be expensive if you are trying out strategies that haven’t been proven to work but today we give you a bunch of ways that will help you keep costs low and conversions high. Tune in and learn how to spot and use your competitors’ proven strategies, up engagement using the double-edged sword of controversy, build trust by initially directing traffic to an educational piece of content, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Sneaky Ways to Decrease Your Facebook Ad Costs. [00:25] Finding successful strategies your competition use on Facebook Ad Library. [00:59] Getting people to engage more using the double-edged sword of controversy. [01:36] Collecting leads on Facebook itself instead of via your website. [01:52] Another double-edged sword: Widening your targeting. [02:14] Drive traffic to an educational piece and retarget from there. [02:47] That’s it for today! [02:48] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Steps to Conduct a Simple Competitor Analysis #1991
In episode #1991, Neil and Eric talk about 5 steps to conduct a simple competitor analysis. One of the best ways to gain a competitive edge is by doing a competitive analysis. Tune in to discover the best tools for learning about your competitors today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Steps to Conduct a Simple Competitor Analysis. [00:25] A brief description of what defines a competitor analysis. [00:48] How to use a tool like Ubersuggest to compare your keywords with those of your competitors. [01:15] Using SEO tools to examine the ads your competitors are running. [02:07] How you can use tools like Moz for link opportunities. [02:34] How you can use SimilarWeb to give you a general view of what’s going on. [03:06] Use BuiltWith to analyze the tools your competitors are using. [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:26] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest SEMrush Ahrefs Moz SimilarWeb BuiltWith Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Tips To Future-Proof Your Content Marketing Career From AI #2041
In episode #2041, Neil and Eric break down 5 tips to future-proof your content marketing career from AI. When it comes to your marketing career, AI may seem intimidating, but it doesn’t need to be the enemy. Tune in to learn how to leverage AI so you can spend more time being creative and promoting your content! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Tips To Future-Proof Your Content Marketing Career From AI. [00:27] How to use AI tools to speed up your content creation. [01:05] Why AI is unlikely to replace human creativity. [01:26] Find ways to remain inspired and feed your creativity. [02:21] Focus on the visual aspects of your marketing. [02:55] How to embrace AI tools and augment yourself. [03:35] Focus on other aspects of the process rather than just creating content. [04:15] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [04:21] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Tips to Become the Best Marketer | Ep. #509
In episode #509, Eric and Neil give 5 tips on how to become the best marketer. Tune in to hear their insightful list and why retaining new information is an important facet. Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 5 Tips to Become the Best Marketer [00:34] Tip #1: Run an experiment every single week. [00:49] At Crazy Egg, they used to have people sign up using Google Authentication, which increase conversions by 30% because it was so much easier. [01:14] Because people are now worried about privacy, just asking for name, email, and password is more effective. [01:29] Tip #2: Create your own Mastermind (a group of like-minded people who come together to learn what they don’t know) [01:51] Find a few people in your area and meet up about once a month. [02:28] Tip #3: Learn from other podcasts. [02:37] Podcasts with founders usually reveal growth numbers and how they got there. [03:45] Tip #4: Create content! Creating content helps you articulate your thoughts. [04:20] Tip #5: Pay for information. [04:35] If you pay for information, it forces you to actually retain and appreciate the info. Because you have absorbed this information, you are then able to go implement it. [05:05] That’s all for today! [05:07] Eric and Neil recommend the Problem Solvers podcast, because there is a great episode about the Hello Fresh CEO. To listen go to singlegrain.com/solve. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Tools That’ll Help You Track Your Search Engine Rankings | Ep. #359
In Episode #359, Eric and Neil discuss 5 tools that’ll help you track your search engine rankings. Tune in to know the benefits of SEO tracking, why it’s good to see how your competitors are doing and how tracking can help you see what you need to tweak with your SEO. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 5 Tools That’ll Help You Track Your Search Engine Rankings 00:36 – Search engine rankings are important if SEO rankings are important to you 00:46 – First is Google Search Console 00:58 – It’s not the best, but it’s a good starting point 01:04 – Second tool is Ahrefs 01:18 – You can compare your performance and your competitors’ performance as well 01:29 – Third is Authority Labs 01:38 – It is geared towards ranking 01:47 – You can see if your SEO efforts are paying off 02:01 – A Now Provided report shows you keyword opportunities 02:05 – Fourth is SerpBook which tracks your ranking accurately 02:31 – Fifth tool is SEMrush 02:41 – It is growing and updating quite fast 03:15 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Olark which is a live chat software tool 03:22 – Subscribe, rate and review Marketing School 03:26 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 for those in the US 03:32 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Track your search engine ranking, especially if your SEO ranking is important to you. Consistently checking your ranking will help you see if your campaigns and efforts are working. If you track your competitor’s rankings as well, you will have an idea of how you can improve and revamp your strategies. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Tools to Help Scale Up Your Content Production #2300
In episode #2300, we share five tools that can help you scale your content production! If you are looking to save time, improve your materials, and keep moving forward, you have come to the right place. Tune in to hear our best five suggestions for you and your business! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Tools to Help Scale Up Your Content Production. [00:23] How Jasper can save you a lot of time and energy when writing content. [00:49] The power of Frame.io for streamlining your video creation processes. [01:18] Using Canva for template creation. [01:50] Planning and scheduling with Airtable. [02:18] How vidIQ can up your YouTube game! [02:54] That’s it for today! [03:01] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io for more resources. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Jasper Frame.io Canva Airtable vidIQ Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Trending SEO Hacks You Need to Start Using #1723
5 Trending SEO Hacks You Need To Start Using In episode #1723, we give you five trending SEO hacks to start using today! Tuning in, you’ll hear about capitalizing on the rise of voice search, understanding how to generate more authority, optimizing for ‘on SERP SEO’, offering free tools, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Trending SEO Hacks You Need To Start Using. [00:29] Optimizing your site for more voice traffic. [01:00] Understanding E-A-T: Expertise, Authoritativeness, and Trustworthiness. [01:44] Advanced posts generate more backlinks, improving authority. [02:35] Look into ‘on SERP (Search Engine Results Page) SEO’. [03:28] Getting backlinks by releasing free tools. [04:21] Please rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jetson.ai What is E-A-T? ‘The New Way To Blog’ CodeCanyon Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Types of Blog Content To Create That Will Drive Traffic & Conversions #2321
In episode #2321, Neil and Eric outline the five types of blog content that will increase your marketing presence. Blogs are an easy way to help drive traffic, build trust with customers, and help expand the company brand, but only if you know some insider secrets! Tune in to learn about the different blog content you should focus on to increase your marketing footprint and drive the conversions needed to grow your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Types of Blog Content To Create That Will Drive Traffic & Conversions. [00:39] Writing about trends in your market niche to increase traffic. [01:13] Hear a trick regarding list-based content and why it will help drive conversions. [02:02] Learn about alternative or versus types of blog content. [02:39] What to remember when using infographics to help drive traffic. [03:12] Writing blogs about statistics for your particular market. [03:40] That’s it for today! [03:58] Go to https://marketingschool.io/ for more. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Don’t forget to subscribe to our renewed YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/gogrowtheverywhere Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Uncommon Ways to Convert More Blog Traffic into Buyers | Ep. #1282
In episode #1282, we lay out five uncommon ways to convert blog traffic into buyers. From making better use of chatbots, to content upgrades and calls to action, we have you covered! Listen in to hear how you can get more buyers out of your blog traffic! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Uncommon Ways to Convert Blog Traffic into Buyers. [00:35] The power of chat is still underutilized. [01:11] The quick way to use Neil’s old business to get yourself more buyers! [01:42] Content upgrades and making the most of your email contacts. [02:28] Driving traffic with yes or no questions. [03:14] Super signatures and calls to action at the end of your emails. [04:08] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Intercom ManyChat You Can Have My Old Business Russell Brunson ClickFunnels Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Underrated Hacks to Rank a Brand New Website | Ep. #1264
In episode #1264, we share the secrets of boosting the rankings of your new website. Increase your brand queries, submit your site to index, and offer a free tool on your website to up your discoverability. Tune in to hear how you can also reach non-English-speaking regions! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Five Underrated Hacks to Rank A Brand New Website. [00:35] The more brand queries a site has, the easier and faster it is for them to rank. [00:51] Combine push notifications, Facebook Messenger and email collection. [01:14] Submit your website to index in Google Search Console. [01:32] Find the pages who are in the top 1000 and ask them for a link. [02:14] Buy a tool or widget on 1Kprojects or CodeCanyon and offer it on your site. [03:18] Keep in mind that your English website is not competitive in all countries. [03:33] Transcribe and translate your content to reach other regions. [03:49] That’s it for today! [03:52] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Facebook Messenger Google Search Console Omni Calculator 1Kprojects CodeCanyon Outgrow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Underrated Marketing Conferences You Should Attend in 2020 | Ep. #1312
In episode #1312, we list five underrated marketing conferences that you should attend this year! Getting great marketing inspiration shouldn’t be limited to strictly marketing conferences, so we look at five different places to be to get the most for your money and time. Tune in to hear about which five make our list! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Underrated Marketing Conferences That You Should Attend in 2020. [00:33] Why you should check out Traffic Think Tank Live in Miami in May! [01:08] Using TechCrunch’s approach to disruption as a marketing strategy. [01:47] Baby Bathwater events and the array of personalities you will find there. [02:12] The amazing lessons in growth you can get from Affiliate World! [02:55] Paying the price and attending the TED conference for great perspectives. [03:58] That’s it for today! [04:06] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Traffic Think Tank Live Slack HubSpot TechCrunch Baby Bathwater Affiliate World TED Larry Page Ray Dalio Bridgewater Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Underrated Marketing Lessons We Wish Schools Taught Better #1815
In episode #1815, we share five underrated marketing lessons that we wish schools taught better. There is no doubt that you will learn many valuable lessons in a marketing degree but in our opinion, there are a few key concepts that aren’t given the attention they deserve. From the role of failure in success to the power of branding and customer development, we have all the missing pieces of your college degree covered in today’s episode. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Underrated Marketing Lessons We Wish Schools Taught Better. [00:30] The value of learning that failure is the ticket to success. [01:19] Lessons should go deeper into what customer development means. [02:01] Learning to look at the numbers as a way of guiding decisions. [02:40] The power of branding and the value of understanding it. [03:32] The power of good copy and the importance of understanding hooks. [04:26] That’s it for today! [04:27] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live events. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Mom Test Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Unorthodox Ways to Get More Backlinks #1824
In episode #1824, we give you five lesser-known ways to get more backlinks. Listen in and hear strategies for building partnerships with people who linked to your site, using eye-catching infographics, leveraging successful free tools, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Unorthodox Ways to Get More Backlinks. [00:30] Using 3D infographics and ‘gifographics’ to be more descriptive. [01:02] Buying a successful widget or tool. [01:49] Doing a linked intersect and reaching out to ask for backlinks. [02:10] Getting alerts when you get backlinks and reaching out for collaborations. [03:19] Using performance-based press and paying only when you get seen. [04:14] That’s it for today! [04:15] Visit marketingschool.io/live to join our community! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ahrefs Ubersuggest Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Unusual Hacks to Convert More Inbound Traffic into Customers | Ep. #1358
In episode #1358, we share five unusual hacks to convert more inbound traffic into customers for your business! From surveys and freemium experiences to retargeting and pic snippets, these are all worth you attention. Tune in to get these strategies that you may not have heard of yet. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Unusual Hacks to Convert More Inbound Traffic into Customers. [00:44] Using surveys to funnel traffic on your site to specific campaigns. [01:34] Creating a freemium experience with exciting elements and features. [02:35] Everywhere retargeting; higher conversion rates and lead generation. [03:40] Pic snippets for better email open rates. [04:15] Customer data platforms and weaponizing your collected data! [05:31] That’s it for today! [05:34] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Ask Method Ryan Levesque Bucket.io Hull Clearbit HubSpot Outreach Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Warning Signs You’re Not Cut Out to be an Entrepreneur | Ep. #1582
In episode #1582, we share five warning signs that you are not cut out to be an entrepreneur! Entrepreneurs might be widely celebrated in today’s world, but that does not mean it is a line of work for everyone. Join us to hear about the signs you should look out for to evaluate if you should be in this game or not! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Warning Signs That You Are Not Cut Out to Be an Entrepreneur. [00:33] Public perception of entrepreneurs as rock stars. [01:03] The weakness of emotions — business and feelings do not mix well. [01:48] The importance of a growth-oriented approach and mindset. [02:53] Dealing with uncertainty — this is central to entrepreneurship. [04:10] Fostering a long-term outlook and getting away from shiny object syndrome. [05:35] A lack of creativity will be your downfall! [06:04] That’s it for today! [06:14] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jack Dorsey Mark Zuckerberg Bill Gates Warren Buffett Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Combat “Content Decay” and Protect Your SEO Investment | Ep. #1288
In episode #1288, we share five top ways to keep your content fresh and relevant, thereby protecting your SEO investment. Upgrading or adding a few paragraphs to your content is a simple way to boost the traffic to a post. Tune in to hear how you can leverage your best-performing pages to help those that are decaying. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Five Ways to Combat Content Decay and Protect Your SEO Investment. [00:34] An explanation of what content decay entails. [01:18] Upgrade or add to your content to keep it fresh and relevant. [01:28] Sometimes simply adding a paragraph or two can boost your traffic. [01:41] When you might want to consider deleting your decaying content. [02:24] Consolidate by creating a power page that links up all your posts. [03:13] Use Google Search Console to check which pages dropped the most. [03:45] Link poor performing pages to ones that are still going strong. [04:05] Utilize the awesome, free content decay feature inside of Clickflow. [05:08] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Google Search Console ClickFlow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Create a Fantastic Company Social Media Account #1797
In episode #1797, Neil and Eric share five ways to make sure your company has a great social media account. From sharing employee wins to showcasing your work, there are numerous opportunities for you to shine online. Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Create a Fantastic Company Social Media Account. [00:32] Tip 1: post wins about people in the company. [01:08] Tip 2: humanize the people in your company by sharing personal details about them. [01:41] Tip 3: showcase the amazing work you have been doing. [02:16] Tip 4: share customer wins and testimonials. [02:47] Tip 5: get input from your team about what you should and shouldn’t share online. [03:52] That’s it for today! [03:52] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Find And Connect With Other Talented Marketers | Ep. #1266
In episode #1266, we share some strategies for connecting with and learning from other like-minded people. Media platforms such as LinkedIn, Slack, and Facebook are still the most recommended for engaging with fellow marketers online. Tune in to hear how you can use conferences and networking events in your favor! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Five Ways to Find and Connect with Other Talented Marketers. [00:34] There so much out there to learn from other people — we don’t know it all! [01:02] LinkedIn’s strong organic reach makes this a great platform to find other marketers. [01:33] Attend conferences and networking events to engage those who are a few steps ahead. [02:07] Continue to connect online with those you met at events. [02:22] List the people who are going to an event and invite them to a dinner or happy hour. [03:01] Become the connector between people attending the same event. [03:26] Join a Slack group for marketers such as Traffic Think Tank. [03:55] Facebook groups are still a good platform to connect and engage. [04:52] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: LinkedIn Traffic Think Tank Slack Ahrefs Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Generate Leads from Snapchat | Ep. #98
In Episode #98 Eric and Neil discuss the 5 ways you can generate leads from Snapchat. Listen to pick up lead generation value from one of the markets most popular and most used social media tools. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Generate Leads from Snapchat 00:39 – Tell people to go to a specific page on your website 01:24 – Keep the url under 15 characters and use words 02:22 – Show your product or service in action 03:22 – Time based offers 04:18 – Do gamified offers 04:56 – Do shout outs to shout outs to grow your audience 06:25 – Bonus: do a giveaway 07:22 – Make sure you give time to your Snapchat tests 07:39– That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Build relationships first rather than selling to your audience immediately. Snaps are time based so make each offer a special one. Find someone who is relevant and tap into their network, have them do shout-outs using your offers. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Increase Your Customer LTV in 2021 #1628
5 Ways to Increase Your Customer LTV in 2021 In episode #1628, we hear about the five best ways to increase your customer lifetime value this year. Find out more about upping your price, the benefits of including upsells and downsells, and why you should be working on your retention as well. Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Increase Your Customer LTV in 2021. [00:31] Number one: Increase your prices because pricing is your biggest lever. [01:15] Number two: Add in upsells and downsells to get people to buy more. [01:45] Number three: Work on your retention, not only sales. [02:27] Number four: Create an ecosystem where your products all work together. [03:33] Number five: Focus on customer development and find out people’s needs. [04:48] That’s it for today! [04:48] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: HubSpot Slack Levels Sam Corcos Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Learn from Your Competitors and Shortcut Your Marketing Success | Ep. #1378
In episode #1378, we talk about five ways to learn from your competitors and shortcut your marketing success. We cover tips from how to work with the best people out there to learning from your competitors’ mistakes on podcasts they featured on! Tune in to hear how to optimize your business by keeping an eye on the winners in your space! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Five Ways to Learn from Your Competitors and Shortcut Your Marketing Success. [00:34] Finding your Dream 100 and people to work with using SparkToro. [01:39] Using Built With and Wayback Machine to track a competitor’s strategy evolution. [02:45] Checking how successful a competitor’s ads are using Facebook Ad Library. [03:24] Learning from a competitor’s mistakes on podcasts they featured on. [04:44] Using Adbeat to see what kinds of ads competitors are using on Google. [05:24] That’s it for today! [05:25] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: SparkToro Chet Holmes Built With Russel Brunson ClickFunnels Hotjar Crazy Egg Wayback Machine Facebook Ad Library Leveling Up Nathan Latka Adbeat Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Leverage Twitter to Build Your Network #1724
5 Ways to Leverage Twitter to Build Your Network In episode #1724, we give you five ways to leverage Twitter to build your network. Tune in and hear more about the power of the DM, how to find people to reach out to, the value of targeted Twitter advertising, using Twitter lists, and writing tweet storms! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Leverage Twitter to Build Your Network. [00:33] DM people to collaborate with them. [01:10] Reaching out to people tweeting on competitor URLs. [01:50] Writing tweet storms to maximize reach. [02:50] Do some targeting Twitter advertising. [03:24] Use Twitter lists and condense your Twitter focus. [04:02] Please rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Michael Dubin Josh Constine hunter.io Shaan Puri Tweet Storm Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Market Your Own Agency Services #1902
In episode #1902, Neil and Eric talk about 5 Ways to Market Your Own Agency Services. Hear about some of the great tools and strategies you can utilize today to build relationships and get your great ideas in front of the right people. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Market Your Own Agency Services. [00:25] Number one: use Crunchbase to find every company that recently received funding, identify what they’re doing wrong, and approach them with solutions for how you can fix it. [00:54] Number two: Incorporate a tool like Loom to communicate your strategies to companies that recently received funding. [01:44] Number three: write guest posts on a lot of blogs in the marketing space. [02:17] Number four: build genuine relationships in anticipation of live events becoming prevalent again. [03:36] Number five: build relationships with people at AdAge, Adweek, and Forrester. [03:59] That’s it for today! [03:59] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Crunchbase Loom AdAge Adweek Forrester Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Stand Out and Get Noticed as a Marketing Employee | Ep. #1356
In episode #1356, we share five ways to stand out and get noticed as a marketing employee! From writing out great content to fearlessness and work on the side, these are the five things to get you a raise and a promotion. Tune in to hear how you can get ahead of your peers and up your game! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Stand Out and Get Noticed as a Marketing Employee. [00:36] The interest in boosting your career; the reason for today’s topic! [01:04] The power of writing in sharing your particular type of thinking. [02:00] Coming up with new and fresh marketing strategies to use at your company. [02:53] Fearlessness in the face of a challenge; speaking out and using research. [03:51] Finding ways to cut costs and save money. [04:35] Bringing in learnings from a side-hustle to your main employer! [05:24] That is it for today! [05:27] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Gary V Andrew Chen Law of Shitty Clickthroughs Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Stay on Top of Marketing Trends #1748
5 Ways to Stay on Top of Marketing Trends In episode #1748, Neil and Eric talk about five ways to stay on top of marketing trends. From subscribing to the best blogs and newsletters to tracking your competition, there is no shortage of ways you can keep up to speed. Tune in to hear more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Stay on Top of Marketing Trends. [00:30] Number 1: Subscribe to newsletters and blogs to stay on top of the trends. [01:11] Number 3: Follow more traditional marketing publications. [01:26] Number 3. Listen to the best marketing podcasts or podcasts where great marketers are interviewed. [02:18] Number 4: Track your competitors and tools. [02:55] Number 5: Make use of Twitter; some of the best marketers hang out there. [03:30] Bonus tip: Hang out in Clubhouse and engage with people [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Trends.co Sam Parr Moz Backlinko DigitalMarketer Podcast Spiralyze.com Harry’s Marketing Examples on Twitter Alex Garcia on Twitter The Hustle Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
5 Ways to Validate Your Course Before You Launch #1794
In episode #1794, we give you five ways to validate your course before you launch. One of the best ways to check if people will spend their money on your premium content is to sell it before you have made it. That way you don’t waste any time on a course that nobody will buy. Tune in to learn more about this and other validation strategies today on Marketing School! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Ways to Validate Your Course Before You Launch. [00:26] Leveraging your email list to ask for prepayments. [01:11] Selling the product before you create it. [01:54] Building a landing page and using insights gleaned from it. [02:50] Checking if the topic you want to cover is hot already. [03:19] Using Adbeat insights to assess your competition. [03:25] That is it for today! [03:26] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live peer groups. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Adbeat ClickBank JVZoo Hotmart EverWebinar WebinarJam Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
6 Minutes For the Next 60 Years of Your Entrepreneurial Journey | Ep. #628
In episode #628, Eric and Neil have a 6-ish minute chat about planning for the long-term. Tune in to hear why you should always focus on long-term goals and solutions. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 6 Minutes For the Next 60 Years of Your Entrepreneurial Journey [00:36] When you think about starting a business, most people think about “what problem should I solve?” [00:54] But you should also ask “will this problem that I’m solving still be relevant in the ensuing years?” [01:08] You don’t want to have to create a new business every few years. [01:30] Eric thinks Singlegrain will still be around in 20 years, but that it will have to evolve. [02:10] Five years into his business, Eric believes he still has a long way to go. [02:36] If you come up with a short-sighted solution, then you will have to start a new business every few years. It is easier to grow a business than it is to start one. [03:00] Elon Musk has a long-term plan to work towards getting people on Mars. [04:07] Often times, the most difficult problems to solve are also the most boring, but the boring stuff stands the test of time. [05:00] Neil believes marketing will always be around as a industry. [05:45] Focus on your strengths and then see how you can expand upon that. [06:10] Do the boring stuff! [06:36] Don’t focus on the short-term solutions or businesses. [06:53] That’s all for today! [06:58] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
6 Minutes of Marketing that Will Get You Ready for 2018 | Ep. #520
In episode #520, Eric and Neil talk about the year ahead in marketing and cover it all in six minutes. Tune in to hear what’s going to change and how to stay ahead of the curve in 2018. Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 6 Minutes of Marketing that Will Get You Ready for 2018 [00:35] It’s important to start looking at video and working on your video strategy. [01:10] The rate at which video is growing, it’s important to grab a slice of that pie. [01:30] Even Instagram has video! [01:42] Look at the struggling platforms. Facebook is trying to compete with YouTube, but they want different types of content from YouTube. You will get way more reach with certain types of video on Facebook. [02:25] Neil has 900,000 Facebook fans, 30,000 LinkedIn Connections, but his video views on LinkedIn equate to same amount as Facebook. [02:50] Snapchat has been getting their butts handed to them by Instagram. So, they’re willing to do whatever it takes to win. They will tweak their algorithms to your advantage. [03:13] LinkedIn will get you more listens and views than YouTube. [03:26] Twitter clicks get you pennies, but the clicks are connections being made. [04:15] Really focus in on the one thing that has been working for you and then double down on it. [04:40] How Eric and Neil have doubled down: Eric and Neil now sit next to each other in the studio, they post their show on Spotify, and they do live episodes at various conferences. [05:00] Ad costs are going to rise in 2018. [05:14] As the costs rise on AdWords and Facebook, you will have to: create a funnel, push upsells, and push downsells. [05:30] Without a funnel, it will be harder for you to compete. [05:49] Live chat is going to get exponentially better in 2018. Facebook has added the ability to add free Facebook Messenger Live Chat to your site. Drift has added a developer platform. Intercom will continue to innovate, as well. [06:12] That’s your six minutes! [06:13] Go to singlegrain.com/giveaway if you want to get in on a special giveaway opportunity! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
6 Proven Hacks to Increase Your Organic CTRs | Ep. #1269
In episode #1269, we share six proven hacks to improve your organic CTRs. Adding the date in your title tag, using Google Search Console to see which of the keywords your page is ranking for, and using a title separator or characters are great ways to improve your CTRs. Tune in to hear how Answer the Public and Ubersuggest can help you! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Six Proven Hacks to Increase Your Organic CTRs. [00:41] What we mean when we say “organic CTRs (click-through rates)”. [01:06] Why you should aim to maximize your click-through rate. [01:16] Get more clicks by adding the date in your title tag. [01:36] Use a tool like Answer the Public to get the permutations of what others search for. [02:23] Use Google Search Console to see which keywords your page is ranking for. [04:16] Try out ClickFlow – they monitor everything on your behalf and report back. [04:45] Consider the Google AdWords quality score when it comes to paid ads. [05:57] Use a unique title separator or characters like arrows or emojis. [06:23] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Answer the Public Ubersuggest Google Search Console ClickFlow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
6 Ways Digital Marketers Must Change #2040
In episode #2040, Neil and Eric talk about 6 ways digital marketers must change. We’ve seen a lot of developments in digital marketing over the past ten years. In our conversation, we discuss how to adapt as a digital marketer in today’s media landscape, and how to continue to evolve your craft and your business. Tuning in you’ll learn about the importance of delegation, recruitment, why you should always be experimenting, and much more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 6 Ways Digital Marketers Must Change. [00:30] Why digital marketers need to adapt and learn how to use AI. [01:04] The importance of mastering the art of delegation and recruiting. [01:59] How to experiment as a marketer and why it’s important. [03:10] The concept of omnichannel and how to hit the best channels. [03:55] Why you need to be discerning about the marketing information and advice that is currently out there. [04:51] The importance of doing your own research. [05:18] The blue ocean strategy and why it’s about thinking long term. [06:20] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [06:24] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jasper AI Blue Ocean Strategy: How to Create Uncontested Market Space and Make Competition Irrelevant Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
6 Ways to Exponentially Increase Your Traffic | Ep. #495
In episode #495, Eric and Neil point out six ways to exponentially increase traffic to your site. Tune in to hear about simple and effective ways to boost your business’ visibility. Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:28] Today’s Topic: 6 Ways to Exponentially Increase Your Traffic [00:34] Repurposing or updating your content increases hits to your site. You can reevaluate your content every few months. [01:15] Take the existing content from your website and put the opening lines or entire opening paragraph on LinkedIn and include a link to the full content located on your site. [01:45] Because LinkedIn isn’t as popular a networking site, it is more likely for them to push your content. [02:10] Another strategy is to use paid Twitter ads; engagement is high. [03:24] Try using SEMRush and Ahrefs in tandem: SEMRush will show you your competitors’ traffic, while Ahrefs will help you see the backlink count for their most popular pages. Take this intel and use it to write similar, but better content. [05:28] The sixth way to increase traffic: translate your content into other languages. English-speaking markets aren’t the only ones with money! [06:17] SalesForce’s number two market is Japan. [06:25] Find freelance translators on Upwork, so you get better quality work than you would a translation tool. [06:37] Make sure you use “HREFLANG”, because it will tell search engines that you have content in multiple languages. [06:55] Make sure you use subdomains for other countries. [07:15] Pick regions with high populations and high GDPs. You may corner the market in certain countries, because not everyone is doing this. [07:43] That’s all for today! [07:45] Supermetrics is a powerful analytics reporting tool. It does things other analytics tools cannot do! To learn more go to Supermetrics.com/marketingschool. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
6 Ways to Lower Your Cost Per Acquisition #2105
In episode #2105, Neil and Eric talk about six ways to lower your cost per acquisition. There are plenty of methods you can use to increase your conversion optimization and lower your costs. Tune in to learn how to implement AB tests, be clear on your messaging, and utilize AI to optimize your business and lower your cost per acquisition. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 6 Ways to Lower Your Cost Per Acquisition. [00:30] Why you should give away free services and create great offers. [00:45] How to use AB tests to lower your cost per acquisition. [01:04] Why you need to ensure that your messaging is clear. [01:24] What you can learn from your competitor’s ads. [01:39] Why you should test multiple creatives consistently. [02:24] Utilizing networks and platforms to optimize your business. [02:46] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:59] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Facebook Ads Eric Sui on Twitter Eric Sui on Instagram Neil Patel on Twitter Neil Patel on Instagram Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
6 YouTube Community Building Hacks You Didn’t Know About #1989
In episode #1989, Neil and Eric share 6 YouTube community building hacks you didn’t know about. There are a lot of simple and easy tools that often go overlooked on the Youtube platform. To learn more about these tools and how to build community, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 6 YouTube Community Building Hacks You Didn’t Know About. [00:30] How to use YouTube Live to host a virtual event. [01:03] Why you should use the post section to build community and how to access it. [02:03] How partnerships can foster community building. [02:49] Be sure to reply to comments and engage with people. [03:35] How to engage, and do calls for engagement within your video. [04:18] Why a pinned comment is so useful and how to use them. [05:09] That’s it for today! [05:17] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Actionable Lessons Every Marketer Can Learn from Warren Buffett #2210
In episode #2210, Neil and Eric talk about 7 actionable lessons every marketer can learn from Warren Buffett. If there’s one thing anyone can take away from Warren Buffet’s teachings, it’s that you should focus your energies on long-term success, not short-term profit. We break down some of his most prescient pieces of advice, why they are so accurate, and how marketing can implement these lessons in their overall strategies for long-term success. Tune in to learn about the power of long-term thinking, why you need to nail it before you scale it, and how Warren Buffet’s lessons have helped us become better marketers! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Actionable Lessons Every Marketer Can Learn from Warren Buffett. [00:25] The power of compounding interest and long-term thinking. [01:08] Why you should always be skeptical of anything that seems too good to be true. [01:55] The advice “Be greedy when others are fearful, and be fearful when others are greedy” and how it applies to marketing. [02:41] Why you should never risk your reputation or your integrity for the sake of revenue. [03:55] The importance of focus and why you shouldn’t try to do everything. [05:12] The benefits of uncertainty and why focusing on building an amazing company and delighting your customers pays off in the long run. [06:19] The concept of a strike zone and how it applies to marketing. [07:02] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [07:03] Check out https://www.marketingschool.io/jobs to see our job postings or advertise jobs that you have available! [07:15] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Actionable SEO Tips for 2020 | Ep. #1271
In episode #1271, we talk about seven actionable SEO tips for the year ahead! From bottom of the funnel keywords to easy ways to speed up your site, there is loads here to up your ranking and increase your traffic. Listen in with us on this episode of Marketing School! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Actionable SEO Tips for 2020. [00:43] Focusing beyond the top of the funnel keywords. [01:46] Leveraging FAQ schema in order to get more clicks and outrank other sites. [02:43] Speeding up your site for a better user experience. [03:21] Adding tools to your website for natural and easy link generation. [03:52] Optimizing your organic click-through rate. [04:14] Integrating media into content to increase loyalty and time on-site. [04:52] Satisfying searcher intent and avoiding high bounce rates. [05:46] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Nike FAQ Schema WordPress Structured Content Google PageSpeed Insights BatchSpeed WP Rocket Short Pixel Google Search Console Ubersuggest CodeCanyon ClickFlow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. ►Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ad Opportunities We’re Excited About for 2020 | Ep. #1217
In episode #1217, we unpack a list of 7 ad opportunities that we are really excited about for next year. We discuss new things on Google, chatbots, TV spots, LinkedIn and more! Listen in to hear all about it! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Ad Opportunities We’re Excited About for 2020. [00:34] Google’s new search-result forms and their amazing ease of use. [01:12] Re-marketing and long form videos. [01:58] Chatbots and new ground in the field of chat marketing. [03:08] The trend of driving traffic towards content and educational pages. [03:49] TV and streaming platforms; the evolving and unknown avenue of ads. [04:59] Push notifications and the conversion rates through this form of marketing. [05:21] TV spots and the usefulness of getting some of this real estate. [05:54] The growth of LinkedIn and its organic reach. [07:08] That is it for today! [07:11] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ManyChat Toolio Netflix Amazon Prime Hulu Comcast Spectrum Disney+ YouTubeTV CNBC Microsoft Bill Gates Steve Ballmer Tinysponsor Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 AdWords Tricks & Tips That’ll Boost Your ROI | Ep. #415
In Episode #415, Eric and Neil discuss 7 AdWords tricks and tips that’ll boost your ROI. Tune in to learn why you need to pay attention to your keywords and geo-target your offers. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 AdWords Tricks & Tips That’ll Boost Your ROI 00:34 – Tip #1 is to add site links which will give you more opportunity to show up on search results 01:06 – #2: Leverage dayparting 01:13 – It is very useful and cost efficient, especially in B2B 01:49 – #3: Single keyword ad groups 01:51 – It will allow you to focus on one keyword and keep your ads tailored 02:16 – #4: Geo-targeting 02:28 – You can give people specific offers based on their location 03:25 – #5: Make sure you are hooking your AdWords in Google Analytics to have a specific retargeting list 04:01 – #6: Integrate the keywords that the users search for into your landing page 04:23 – Optimize landing pages for conversion 04:32 – Last is to use CPA bidding which works well and let Google do its work 05:11 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 05:49 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway for multiple entries 06:02 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Site links will consistently add traffic to your site and can increase your search ranking. If you know where your audience is, you can send more curated offers which can increase your conversion rate significantly. Consistently optimize your landing page with the RIGHT keywords. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Advanced Marketing Automation Tactics for Your Blog | Ep. #170
In Episode #170, Eric and Neil discuss 7 advanced marketing automation tactics for your blog. Marketing automation allows you to know your subscribers better and respond to their behavior. Tune in to learn how advanced marketing automation can be very helpful for your blog and what to do with those unopened emails. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Advanced Marketing Automation Tactics for Your Blog 00:36 – Marketing automation is how you market and send messages to people according to their behavior on your site 01:05 – First, on your thank you or intro email, add three different links for people to see what kind of people they are (ex. are you a beginner, intermediate, or advanced online marketer?) 01:52 – Neil shares what he learns through automation if people are opening your email, your open rate goes up 02:21 – If someone isn’t opening for 5 times on a paid email, take the person off the list 02:55 – Third, make sure you have a list or campaign that specifically targets your customers 03:34 – Map out the life cycle of your customers 03:44 – Fourth, when someone joins your email list, try buying them in or signing them up 04:25 – Fifth is lead scoring 04:35 – You can do this with HubSpot, Drip, and InfusionSoft 05:33 – Sixth, make your opt-in relevant to your service 05:47 – An example with Kissmetrics 06:47 – Lastly, if you can survey your audience, do it to create a word cloud using a tool like TagCrowd 07:40 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Marketing automation is how you market and send messages to people according to their behavior on your site Map out the life cycle of your subscribers. Make your opt-in relevant to your service to increase traffic and sales. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Advanced Segments You Ought to Set Up in Google Analytics | Ep. #352
In Episode #352, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 advanced segments you should be setting up in Google Analytics. Tune in to know how evaluating segmented data can improve your customers’ user experience, provide you a picture of your search traffic per geographic region, and see who is actually spending on your website. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Advanced Segments You Ought to Set Up in Google Analytics 00:40 – Google analytics show you data 00:48 – With advanced segments, you can specify data and ‘slice and dice’ Google reports to look at the data based on the segments 01:10 – First, look at the regions where you generate most of your business from 01:12 – Create advanced segments around those countries 01:16 – Neil targets Brazil and other Spanish speaking countries with some European and US countries 01:26 – Neil can track the traffic from those regions 01:43 – Second is the people who have viewed 3 or more pages 02:00 – Third is the search traffic per country 02:09 – You can check how different regions are growing and declining 02:18 – By segmenting, you can be more specific about the reasons why there’s decline and growth 02:40 – Fourth is the visitors who have generated over $100 in revenue 02:57 – Fifth is session duration 03:00 – Neil created one that was under 40 seconds 03:12 – Another variation is over 40 seconds 03:38 – You can then start adjusting your website for a consistent user experience 03:56 – Sixth is the visitors whose search query is more than 4 words 04:07 – Avinash Kaushik’s advance segments 04:28 – Seventh is having goals set up whether you’re an e-commerce site or lead gen site 04:37 – Neil set up a segment related to transaction amounts 05:10 – After looking at the transactions, Neil will have an idea of what makes people spend more 05:33 – You can notice the patterns of people’s behavior on your website 05:50 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: While Google analytics show you data, advance segments will ‘slice and dice’ the specific data you want to evaluate. Take advantage of advance segments to create a better user experience on your website. Having a better knowledge on your customer’s behaviors can help you adjust for the problems on your website. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Age-Old Advertising Principles that Are Still Relevant Today | Ep. #171
In Episode #171, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 age-old advertising principles that are still relevant and effective to this day. Tune in to learn how the big companies like Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, and AT&T are still winning in the advertising world because of these key principles that you can start using today. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Age-Old Advertising Principles that Are Still Relevant Today 00:36 – First, write a great headline 01:08 – Warren Buffett tells his CEOs to always protect their brand 01:22 – Branding is everything and just one mistake could ruin everything 01:43 – Third, tell a story 01:45 – Stories or advertorials drive people and evokes their emotions 02:21 – Fourth, consistency in advertising, regardless of how large your company is or how well-known 02:48 – The Rule of Seven explained 03:10 – Fifth is from 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing, by Al Ries and Jack Trout: 03:41 – The “first mover advantage” 04:18 – Sixth is from Don’t Make Me Think by Steve Krug: 04:27 – “Think about the user—simplicity is the ultimate sophistication” 05:00 – Keep marketing campaigns simple 05:10 – “The simpler your pitch, the better off you are” 05:16 – Seventh, urgency plays a big role 05:51 – The sense of urgency compels people to take action 06:15 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: In whatever decision you make, you MUST protect your brand. Be consistent in advertising and remember the rule of seven. RELY on these age-old advertising principles that have been proven—no need to reinvent the wheel. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Age-Old Sales Hacks that Still Work Today | Ep. #585
In episode #585, Eric and Neil give you seven simple hacks that will increase your business. Tune in to hear how you can improve your ROI. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Age-Old Sales Hacks that Still Work Today [00:38] Hack #1: Build a dream 100 (a list of clients you want to go after). [01:00] You can even build a dream 25, if that seems like a more attainable or realistic goal. [01:05] Hack #2: When trying to close a deal with a Fortune 100 company, send an email to the CEO that points out some weaknesses and solutions. [02:23] Hack #3: “The fortune is in the follow-up” -John Maxwell [02:42] If you follow up with the right people a couple of times, you will eventually receive a response. [03:10] Hack #4: Give before you ask. [03:20] Solve problems and educate people and they will be likely to become a paying customer. [03:50] Hack #5: Do something that stands out. [04:02] Some people bring a bottle of champagne or order tacos for the whole office, which will be sure to make you stand out. [04:37] Hack #6: Go to conferences. [04:46] Conferences are great places to get leads and will definitely increase your ROI. [05:17] Hack #7: Make your target the star. [05:35] Think about how you can make your target person or business a feature of your blog, podcast, video, etc. and it will entice them to work with you. [05:57] That’s all for today! [06:00] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Alternative Ways to Monetize Your Content | Ep. #1235
In episode #1235, we talk about seven different ways to monetize your content! From subscriptions and affiliate marketing to native advertising and speaking gigs, there are so many ways that you can use what you are already doing to get paid. Tune in hear how to leverage your work and get your balance moving upwards! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Alternative Ways to Monetize Your Content. [00:55] Subscriptions and the smart model Chinese teachers are using. [02:53] Paid services; using blog and podcast content as a lead-in to income. [03:55] Affiliate marketing and making use of collaboration. [04:46] Native advertising and the idea of premium sponsored creation. [05:51] SEO-ranked content for rent; offering pages to other businesses. [06:47] Speaking gigs and ways to get booked for paid appearances. [07:43] Bundling content into different packages for everyone’s benefit. [08:36] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Substack Supercast Leveling Up Patreon New York Times ClickBank ShareASale Commission Junction Rakuten John Lee Dumas TechCrunch Gary V Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Alternative Ways to Promote Your Content in 2020 | Ep. #1403
In episode #1403, we talk about five alternative ways to promote content in 2020! From a bunch of online tools like Zest and Taboola, to texting and Twitter, there are still ways to upend the system and get eyeballs on your content. Tune in hear them all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 5 Alternative Ways to Promote Content in 2020. [00:31] Using Zest for simple content promotion. [00:48] Utilizing Pinterest adverts and combining this with affiliate links. [01:19] Making Taboola and Outbrain work for you! [01:38] The power of push-notifications for higher visitor numbers. [01:59] Twitter’s untapped advertising potential. [02:20] The promotional options available through review sites. [02:38] Collecting phone numbers on your website for more reach. [03:55] That’s it for today! [03:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Zest Subscribers Taboola Outbrain Andrew Wilkinson G2 Capterra Gary V Toolio Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Apps That Marketers Should Install On Their Phone | Ep. #364
In Episode #364, Eric and Neil discuss 7 apps that marketers should install on their phone. The ideas don’t stop flowing even though you’re on the move, so that’s why it’s good to have the right apps on mobile so you don’t miss a beat. Tune-in to know why these 7 apps are MUST-HAVES and how they can make your life as a marketer more convenient. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Apps That Marketers Should Install On Their Phone 00:35 – Hype Type app allows you to enhance your Instagram story 00:49 – It will make it look more engaging and professional 01:06 – Google Analytics app lets you see your website performance 01:23 – Facebook ads and AdWords apps let you manage your ads through your phone 01:41 – Adhawk helps you manage your AdWords and it has a better interface than Google AdWords 02:09 – The better interface makes it easier to use on mobile 02:14 – Fifth app is Buffer 02:22 – If you’re reading an article on mobile, there’s a Buffer button that allows you to share the article automatically 02:32 – You can also share saved articles in Pocket through Buffer 02:53 – Sixth app is Evernote 02:58 – You can put anything on Evernote 03:35 – It can be a notebook for your ideas 03:51 – Make sure to still be organized with your ideas when you write your notes 04:30 – Nuzzle surfaces the people you’re been following and identifies the signal from the noise 05:05 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Crazy Egg which helps you increase your conversion rate 05:52 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway for multiple entries 06:00 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Track your performance even while on mobile incase you need to act on a problem ASAP. Don’t let those ideas slip by, write them down on your trusted note-taking app. Leverage your mobile phone with the right apps to help ease your workflows. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Best Practices For Starting Your First Podcast | Ep. #1593
Seven Best Practices for Starting Your First Podcast In episode #1593, we will give you seven tips that will help you start and grow your first podcast. When you are just starting out in the podcasting game, there will be many kinks you have to iron out. This will be easier for you if you tune into today’s show though. You’ll hear us talk about which mics to use, how to structure your conversations, how to maximize traffic as well as your content’s reach, and a whole lot more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Best Practices for Starting Your First Podcast. [00:41] Have a good microphone that doesn’t plug in using USB. [01:28] Be spontaneous in your conversation rather than scripted. [02:12] Grow your podcast by leveraging your existing audience. [02:56] Keep traffic high by listing all past episodes on hosting platforms. [03:41] Maximize reach by repurposing your content. [04:16] Ask for reviews because they help you get into ‘new and noteworthy’ lists. [04:52] What unsolicited response rates are and how they indicate the value of your show. [06:17] That’s it for today! [06:17] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Heil PR40 Jay Acunzo Marketing Showrunners Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Brilliant Founders and CEOs We’re Studying in 2020 | Ep. #1434
In episode #1434, we talk about six brilliant founders and CEOs that we are studying in 2020! From Ray Dalio and Bill Gates to Phil Knight and Patrick Collison, we cover a bunch of people that show us the way and the lead the world of business into the future. Stay tuned for a bonus at the end too! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 6 Brilliant Founders and CEOs That We Are Studying in 2020. [00:43] The deep learning and thinking of Stripe’s Patrick Collison. [01:24] Inspiration from Ray Dalio and his inspiring book, Principles. [01:58] The consistency of Bill Gates and Microsoft and his newest ventures in the pandemic. [02:57] The example of Nike and how Phil Knight built an unmistakable brand. [03:51] Naval Ravikant’s simple and short-form wisdom. [04:43] Roelof Botha from Sequoia and forward vision to future trends. [05:33] Chamath Palihapitiya’s ruthless and thoughtful approach to being contrarian. [06:35] That’s it! [06:38] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Patrick Collison Stripe Ray Dalio Principles Bridgewater Bill Gates Inside Bill’s Brain Phil Knight Nike Naval Ravikant Roelof Botha Sequoia Chamath Palihapitiya Social Capital Jeff Bezos Warren Buffett Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Brutal SEO Truths | Ep. #1520
In episode #1520, we share seven brutal SEO truths! In the ever-changing world of search engine optimization, there are certain rules that can help you stay ahead of the game. One of these is that it takes constant work and adjustments! Tune in to hear about omnichannel approaches, long-term mindsets, and more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Brutal SEO Truths. [00:31] The SEO game never ends — you have to constantly update your content. [00:54] A long-term mindset is vitally important for success in SEO! [01:16] Content is king and the main tool for ranking higher. [01:32] SEO is not free, time, money, and other expenses. [01:50] Pay per click always converts better than SEO! [02:16] Tomorrow is unknown and there are constant fluctuations in the space. [02:48] Do not rely on SEO completely — go omnichannel for real success. [03:11] That’s it for today! [03:13] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Business Leaders to Grow Faster | Ep. #1563
In episode #1563, Neil and Eric share a list of seven business leaders to follow if you want to grow faster. Hear about a range of innovators, from well-known leaders like Elon Musk to under-the-radar ones like Mark Leonard, and what makes them all stand out from their peers. It is so important to follow those who will push you to be your best, so tune in today to learn more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Business Leaders That Will Help You Grow Faster. [00:45] What makes Patrick Collison, co-founder of Stripe, such an innovative thinker. [01:33] Why Elon Musk is a leader and visionary worth looking up to. [02:41] The traits that make Tobi Lutke, Founder of Shopify, such a pioneer in his industry. [03:46] Hear about Mark Leonard, Founder of Constellation Software, and why he’s worth following. [04:11] What makes Chamath Palihapitiya a noteworthy thought leader and investor. [04:55] Learn about Robert F. Smith, Founder of Vista Equity, and why you should pay attention to him. [05:41] Why admire Jack Dorsey, CEO of Square and Twitter. [06:47] That’s it for today! [06:47] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Patrick Collison Stripe Elon Musk on Twitter Tesla Tobi Lutke Shopify Constellation Software Mark Leonard Chamath Palihapitiya on Twitter Social Capital Robert F. Smith on Twitter Goldman Sachs Vista Equity Partners Jack Dorsey on Twitter Cash App Hatching Twitter Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Business Lessons From Instagram Launching ‘Reels’ | Ep. #1531
In episode #1531, we share seven lessons from Instagram launching Reels. Reels is very similar to TikTok, so to boost his new platform, Mark Zuckerberg called the security of TikTok in question, and now they are under severe scrutiny, allowing Reels to take the market. Tune in to hear other strategies for optimizing your launches! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Business Lessons from Instagram Launching Reels. [00:30] Currently, there is an ongoing battle against TikTok. [00:56] Instagram, owned by Facebook, is copying the concept of TikTik. [01:03] Despite popular belief, it is not illegal or even in poor taste to copy others. [01:22] Don’t expect every launch to be a success, and keep trying new things. [01:45] When you launch, launch with a fanfare and make sure to market correctly. [02:20] Create buzz and noise around your offer before you launch. [03:05] How Mark Zuckerberg got TikTok to be scrutinized and gain more traction for Reels. [03:21] A key business philosophy: if you can’t build it, crush it, or buy it! [04:05] Know when something is not working and take it off the market quickly. [04:49] That’s it for today! [04:51] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: TikTok Instagram Reels Mark Zuckerberg Snapchat Apple Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Business Trends That We’re Excited About for 2022 #1958
In episode #1958, Neil and Eric talk about 7 Business trends that they’re excited about for 2022. The rise of Web3, as well as the work from home trend, are serving as valuable catalysts for new opportunities, not just for workers, but also entrepreneurs. Tune in for a closer look at the trends we’re anticipating for 2022 as well as insights into why we’re excited about their potential! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Business Trends That We’re Excited About for 2022. [00:30] Why Eric is excited about the Web3 ecosystem. [01:28] The work from home trend and why Neil is excited about it. [02:04] The rising trend of community being prioritized in Web3 businesses. [02:35] How the trend of outbound and partnerships will affect marketing. [03:20] Why buying businesses is becoming less intimidating. [04:22] There’s a new range of opportunities for entrepreneurs. [05:04] The trend of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). [06:17] That’s it for today! [06:26] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event in Austin, Texas! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Chrome Extensions Every Marketer Ought to Use | Ep. #351
In Episode #351, Eric and Neil discuss 7 chrome extensions that every marketer ought to use. Tune in to learn how these chrome extensions can make your work as a marketer easier so that you’re using your time in a way that maximizes productivity! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Chrome Extensions Every Marketer Ought to Use 00:34 – First extension is Zest—it has tons of marketing articles 00:54 – Keyword Everywhere is an extension that when you search anything, it pops in data on the search volume from Google 01:15 – It is useful for marketers because they can do keyword research through the Google browser 01:26 – Ghostery shows you the technology a website has 01:53 – Fourth is Save to Pocket 02:08 – Allows you to save anything for future reference 02:20 – Fifth is Buffer for social media sharing 02:37 – Sixth is Email Hunter 02:46 – It can figure out the email address of the profile you’re viewing 02:58 – Neil used Rapportive but LinkedIn discontinued it 03:14 – Last is TubeBuddy which shows you the tags that you should be using in YouTube, the tags of the video you’re watching, and your tags ranking 03:50 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Chrome extensions can help you enormously, especially if you usually work with Google browser. As a marketer, shifting through different websites or software can be time consuming making the use of extensions necessary. Leverage the online tools that you can use to streamline your marketing processes. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Content Marketing Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 | Ep. #891
We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! In episode #891, we discuss content marketing hacks. Tune in to hear hacks that will help you crush it in 2019. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Content Marketing Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 [00:36] 1: The Skyscraper Technique. [00:49] Producing posts or videos better than the top ranked results. Google the method. [01:19] 2: Take your most popular content and update it. [01:41] Improving content will keep your rankings up. [02:00] 3: Stand out from everyone else. Find ways to be different. [02:44] 4: Don’t solely focus on text-based content. [03:12] 5: Have an omnichannel approach. [03:28] Google the Content Reusage Framework to give you some guidance on this. [03:55] 6: Use Clickflow to A/B test your headlines. [04:08] 7: Do keyword research with Ubersuggest. [04:50] That’s it for today! [04:55] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Content Marketing Hacks You Aren’t Leveraging (But Should) | Ep. #829
In episode #829, we discuss the 7 hacks you aren’t leveraging. Tune in to hear which basic hacks you are overlooking. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Content Marketing Hacks You Aren’t Leveraging (But Should) [00:57] 1: After you send an initial email blast, wait 3 days and then go to your email solution (ConvertKit) and resend the email to everyone who didn’t open the first one. Make sure to change the subject line. [01:31] 2: Split test your titles and meta-descriptions. Try using ClickFlow. [02:05] 3: Use push notifications and get people to opt-in through their browser. [02:53] 4: If you want a 16% email opt-in rate, use a spinning contest widget. Try Privy. [03:35] 5: Make sure you are putting your name in the title tag. [04:45] 6: Remember your root domain. [05:12] Leverage internal linking. [05:20] 7: Use MobileMonkey to blast out your latest blog posts through Facebook Messenger. [05:54] That’s all for today! [06:00] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Content Tools That Will Make You Shine | Ep. #1515
In episode #1515 we share seven content tools that will make you shine. If you are a content creator and you spend a lot of your time making videos, writing blogs, or doing presentations on video calls, you will want to hear these tools that help with workflow automation, visual effects, translation, and more. Tune in and hear what we have to offer you today. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Content Tools that will Make You Shine. [00:42] Jazzing up your presentations and video calls with the Mmhmm app. [01:35] Seeing where you are losing traffic using ClickFlow’s Content Decay tool. [01:59] Scheduling your content using CoSchedule. [02:18] Growing your blog by translating it into different languages using Polylang. [02:32] Automating your content creation workflow in Zapier. [03:09] Leveraging all the networks out there for your videos using Restream. [03:28] Airtable: Build Excel spreadsheets on steroids. [04:13] That’s it for today! [04:14] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Mmhmm Phil Libin Evernote ClickFlow CoSchedule Polylang Zapier Restream Airtable Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Conversion Hacks to Test Before 2019 Ends | Ep. #1071
In episode #1071, we discuss 7 conversion hacks. Tune in to hear which hacks you should try out. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Conversion Hacks to Test Before 2019 Ends [00:33] 1: Intercom. [00:45] Intercom has expanded their products and features. [01:29] 2: Paid advertising. [01:45] Remarket people with a video when they don’t convert from the original ad. [02:31] 3: Hull [02:37] Customer data platforms like Hull help you target the right customers. [03:15] 4: Gong. [03:25] Gong helps record and analyze sales calls. [03:56] 5: Product-led growth. [04:22] Offering useful tools for free will help you provide value and increase conversions. [04:45] 6: Security. [04:57] Emphasizing increased site security often increases conversions, because people are worried about security. [05:43] 7: Run tests. [06:20] Offer free trials and other options based on ideas from Redpoint. [06:35] That’s it for today! [06:42] We are going to take applications for live intensive sessions. Just got to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Copywriting Hacks for High-Converting Copy #2205
In episode #2205, Neil and Eric talk about 7 copywriting hacks for high-converting copy. Despite the rise in video content, text on the page continues to have a uniquely high impact on conversions. So it’s important for you to create engaging copy that sells your product! Learn how you can use your website to convert readers into customers by writing intriguing headlines, leveraging your data, incorporating testimonials, and much more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Copywriting Hacks for High-Converting Copy. [00:28] An overview of what we mean by high-converting copy. [00:38] How comparisons can help you increase conversion rates. [00:57] The concept of anchoring, and how to implement it by breaking down how you are providing a better deal than your competitor. [01:21] Why you should be incorporating stellar testimonials. [01:43] How to address all the potential objections people may have to buying your product. [03:03] Use your company data to back up your claims. [03:32] How to optimally write your headlines and encourage followers to read further. [04:26] Think about how your writing can be entertaining. [05:02] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [05:05] Check out https://www.marketingschool.io/jobs to see our job postings! [05:16] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life through the Power of Storytelling Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Copywriting Hacks that Will Double Your Conversions | Ep. #188
In Episode #188, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 copywriting hacks that will double your conversions. What makes great copy? How do you fine tune your text to get people to convert? Tune in to learn some quick hacks that are tested and proven to boost your conversion rates this year. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Copywriting Hacks that Will Double Your Conversions 00:35 – First, within your headlines, consider integrating the city 00:40 – Use MaxMind which is an IP service that’ll integrate the person’s city 01:13 – Second, use specific statistics and numbers 01:07 – Check Quick Sprout or Neil Patel in BuzzSumo 02:08 – Third, copywriting is about answering objections 02:29 – Find out people’s objections by asking pointed questions and answer their objections in your copy 02:50 – Fourth, include the person’s name inside the copy when it’s relevant 03:14 – Fifth is to show vulnerability 03:20 – Neil showed how he made mistakes and how he fixed them 04:20 – Include all examples and calls-to-action 04:50 – Seventh is storytelling 04:59 – Don’t forget to innovate stories in your copy 05:13 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Use a person’s name and city in the title and in the copy to personalize their experience. Vulnerability helps people to relate to you and this can develop trust with your customers. Storytelling is a great way to hook people and draw them in. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Cost Effective Ways to Rank in a Competitive Niche | Ep. #190
In Episode #190, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 cost effective ways to rank in a competitive niche. From building your community on Facebook to repurposing your content—there are some cost effective ways that keep you competitive. Find out the tips and strategies that help you stand out among your competitors and, at the same time, keep your money in your pocket. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Cost Effective Ways to Rank in a Competitive Niche 00:35 – One way is to look for people who rank on the first six pages of Google, but who are not doing anything with their websites—then, buy their websites 00:51 – Redirect all their pages to your website 01:12 – Second, use the Skyscraper Technique 01:19 – This was created by Brian Dean 01:58 – Use BuzzSumo to find people linking to the top 3 results 02:03 – Ahrefs is also useful 02:23 – The Skyscraper technique takes time, but definitely works 02:39 – Third, look at your on-page SEO and topical relevancy 03:00 – Change your URL structure so Google can read it 03:42 – Fourth, build a community 03:52 – Some 6-figure earners started by building a Facebook group 04:00 – Podcasts are also a good option 04:49 – Fifth, use a tool like Market Muse which tells you what keywords are missing to better your searches 05:06 – Sixth, repurpose your content which is inspired by Russell Brunson of ClickFunnels 06:12 – Thinking about what you can repurpose allows you to stand out from your competitors 06:32 – Seventh, optimize your title tags for click through rates 06:35 – Go to Google search, “search analytics” 06:49 – Make your title tags more appealing 06:52 – Copyblogger headline formula can give you ideas 07:52 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Try to make a deal with people who are not monetizing their high-ranking websites. Be patient, these strategies will take time, but they are worth the wait and will be effective. Leverage your website search console. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Course Tools to Help Spread Your Message | Ep. #1295
In episode #1295, we run through our list of highly recommended tools to help you get your brand and message out there. From email service providers to the best text message tools on the market, we share it all. Tune in to hear which of these tools are also great for integrating with your existing tool stack! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Course Tools to Help Spread Your Message. [00:58] Make landing pages quickly by using Leadpages and Unbounce. [01:24] Kajabi: an all-in-one course tool to help create and market courses. [02:08] The benefits of doing webinars and EverWebinar’s evergreen offering. [02:36] PicSnippets connects with email tools and allows personalization. [03:12] Choose ManyChat as your chat, SMS, and email service provider. [03:45] Use PlusThis that connects with your webinar automation and email tools. [04:28] How you can use text messages and create a shared inbox for your team. [05:13] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leadpages Unbounce Kajabi EverWebinar PicSnippets Keap ManyChat Messenger Drip ConvertKit PlusThis Front Twilio Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Crazy Marketing Experiments That Will Change Your Business | Ep. #598
In episode #598, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 crazy ways you can improve your business. Tune in to hear how you can attract more customers and increase revenue! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Crazy Marketing Experiments That Will Change Your Business [00:40] #1: Run brand-related experiments. [01:04] Google relies on many factors when it comes to ranking and if people are searching for you, your rank will probably be higher. [01:47] #2: Build a repurposing framework. [02:35] Over 10% of podcast listeners make over 6 figures! [02:53] #3: Create your own podcast or advertise on some. [03:20] #4: Build a remarketing funnel that uses videos to tell your story. [04:19] Video has ten times more brand awareness than text or other forms of marketing. [04:30] #5: Showcase your daily life. [04:45] By documenting your work life, you will find that you will have an engaged community. [05:18] #6: What’s old is new again. [05:29] While people are spending on digital, this doesn’t negate the efficacy of older methods. [06:09] #7: If you are selling a high-ticket item and selling to wealthy clientele, consider sending a courier to their home or office with $1000 in cash and a note explaining that you want 30 minutes of their time. [06:50] A lot of people will take the call. [07:02] That’s it for today! [07:04] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Crazy Sales Tactics That Work Surprisingly Well | Ep. #1348
In episode #1348, we share seven crazy sales tactics that work surprisingly well! From personalized webinars and cold texting people using their first names to the idea of the ‘dream 100’, we cover some great ways to boost your sales. Tune in to hear how these can help your business and get you ahead. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Crazy Sales Tactics that Work Surprisingly Well.[00:34] Personalized webinars and reaching out to specific companies with solutions.[01:31] Using PicSnippets to trick people into opening a link you want them to access.[02:19] Retargeting based on reach and boosting traffic and action.[03:24] Cold texting with someone’s name to improved response rates.[04:53] Laying out your dream people to work with and giving direction to your work.[05:25] Calendarising calls and appointments to increase show-up rates.[06:10] Dinners and events to make connections (after coronavirus!). [07:13] That’s it for today![07:16] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest PicSnippets Twilio Dream 100 Calendly Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Email Hacks That Will Help You Generate More Sales | Ep. #104
In Episode #104 Eric and Neil list the 7 creative hacks you can use to help you generate more sales. Listen as they drop serious knowledge bombs about the tools and hacks you can employ in a business of any size. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 Creative Email Hacks That Will Help You Generate More Sales 00:39 – #1 Use countdown timers like PlusThis 01:15 – #2 Run a reverse discount 01:43 – #3 Send customize emails with images with PicSnippet 02:15 – #4 Sign filled emails 03:39 – #5 When you should send out emails 04:23 – #6 Urgency and reminders 05:07 – #7 Scrub your list and use a service like MailGun 05:51 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Create a sense of urgency and offer discounts that go with it. Customize emails for your audience. Remove all the names from your list that don’t engage so your deliverability doesn’t suffer. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Marketing Tactics that You Ought to be Leveraging | Ep. #155
In Episode #155, Eric and Neil talk about 7 creative marketing tactics that you ought to be leveraging. Tune in to discover the online tools that will work for you and the tactics you need to keep your content one step ahead of your competitors. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 Creative Marketing Tactics that You Ought to be Leveraging 00:37 – #1 Use TurboDial to collect phone numbers of visitors on your website 00:56 – Send TurboDial a signal to send a text message to the person 01:30 – You can program replies when a person responds to your text 02:09 – #2 Make your stuff is available for pirates on torrent sites 02:52 – #3 Use exit pop-ups 03:17 – #4 Make sure your funnel is congruent with your client’s interests 04:13 – #5 Go to BuzzSumo and find out which of your competitors’ posts are going viral 04:21 – Ahrefs will also show you your competitors’ most popular posts 04:29 – Take the post’s URL and put it into Twitter search to show the top users sharing the content 04:37 – Write something similar, but better, then start emailing the users about your content 05:15 – When they respond, ask them what you can do for them and make a P.S. about sharing your content 05:35 – #6 Have a content creation checklist or learn about content repurposing 06:34 – Google “content repurposing workflow” 06:44 – #7 With remarketing, put your pixel in your email signature 07:35 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Make your content available for pirates – let them do the work of spreading the word for you. Use exit pop-ups, they are triggers for opt-ins. Keep an eye on your competitor’s posts, create betters ones, and share them with the people who are engaging with your competitor’s content. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Ways to Get More Links | Ep. #1145
In episode #1145, we share 7 creative ways to get more links to your business. From tools and broken links to websites that you can buy and merge your data into, we cover a ton of ways you can stimulate sharing and traffic and get more eyes on your content. Tune in to hear these great strategies for connecting with a larger audience. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Creative Ways to Get More Links. [00:37] Go find stat-based blog posts in your space and create infographics. [01:54] Product-led growth; the gift that keeps on giving! [02:30] Using ScrapeBox to find available spaces on the web to get more links. [03:45] Find broken links and offer to supply the site with updated content. [04:25] Look for neglected blogs and suggest keeping it alive by publishing. [05:29] Using badges to link back to your company. [06:27] Buy up websites that have not been updated and merge content. [07:03] That’s it for today! [07:08] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Brian Dean Here’s What We Learned About Organic Click-Through Rate Infogram ScrapeBox Ahrefs SEMrush Mixpanel Unsplash Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Ways to Increase Google Ranking | Ep. #144
In Episode #144, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 creative ways to increase Google ranking. Making your website appear on Google’s first search page is extremely advantageous for marketers, but achieving that rank and maintaining it is where you need to put in the work. Tune in to know how you can successfully increase your website’s Google ranking and the tools that will help you achieve this goal. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Creative Ways to Increase Google Ranking 00:40 – First, Google Hummingbird 00:55 – Use a tool called MarketMuse 01:38 – Neil shares why MarketMuse is effective for him 02:00 – Second, update posts consistently 02:38 – Revives and increases traffic significantly 03:18 – Third, look at your bounce rate 03:50 – Check which pages have a terrible bounce rate and improve those pages 04:15 – Having a lower bounce rate will increase google ranking over time 04:38 – Fourth way is by content flipping 05:18 – Flip a content ranking using a canonical tag 05:35 – Fifth way is through branded queries 05:52 – Google is looking at branded signals 06:48 – Sixth is looking at click-thru rates 06:50 – Better titles means better click-thru rates 07:10 – Lastly, make sure your website mobile compatible 07:35 – Use an AMP framework for more search traffic 07:41 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: To make your website rank well on Google, you have to know which tactics work best. Branded queries play an important role in your ranking. People are using their smartphones way more than their computers; therefore, mobile compatibility is not just an option, it’s a NECESSITY. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Ways to Invest in Marketing | Ep. #1438
In episode #1438, we share seven creative ways to invest in marketing, from offering a free tool to adding an up and/or down-sell on your checkout page. But it doesn’t all start and end with marketing—there are other ideas related to your business that can go a long way to indirectly boost your sales. Tune in to hear how you can get a celebrity to speak about your product or service! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Creative Ways to Invest In Marketing. [00:31] Consider offering free tools such as Ubersuggest to generate traffic. [01:01] Visit sites like CodeCanyon and pay a small price for a free tool. [01:23] Examples of what you can do from a broader business perspective. [02:32] Add at least one upsell and down-sell on your checkout or thank you page. [03:14] Give your customers the option of being notified when a product is back in stock. [03:39] The benefits of doing mouse tracking on your website to improve the user experience. [04:23] Why you might consider using community.com to engage with your community. [05:06] Check out Cameo where you can get celebrities to record a video about your product. [05:34] That’s it for today! [05:38] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest Content Decay A/B Testing Calculator CodeCanyon Roland Frasier Community Cameo Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Ways to Make Your Blog Post Stand Out | Ep. #1000
In episode #1000, we count out 7 creative ways to make your posts stand out. Tune in to hear what you can do to make your content more interesting. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Creative Ways to Make Your Blog Post Stand Out [00:35] 1: Use custom data. [00:48] Pay a freelancer to do some data collection. [01:01] 2: Personalize your web pages. [01:40] 3: Add custom graphs and images. [02:07] 4: Unique data and a unique perspective. [02:40] Be careful about whose data you analyze and leverage. [03:32] 5: Use Kajabi. [04:15] By blocking off content, you make it more appealing. [04:33] 6: Write a good headline. [05:10] 7: Infographics. [05:20] People don’t use them as much, but that’s why they’re great to use again. [05:55] That’s it for today! [05:58] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Creative Ways to Market to Your Email List | Ep. #248
In Episode #248, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 creative ways to market to your email list. Sending a personal message or doing a bit more front end research regarding data on your leads can all be effective methods to market better. Tune in to maximize your marketing efforts with your email list and watch your click rates soar. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Creative Ways to Market to Your Email List 00:35 – First is the Frank Kern style – resurfacing important emails, over and over, until you click 00:43 – You can use Drip and Infusionsoft 01:23 – You want to create a workflow for your emails 01:34 – Neil uses PicSnippets which allows you to create custom images for your emails 02:21 – Third is RSS to blogs 02:50 – RSS automation makes things easier for you 02:54 – Fourth is to segment your list right after they opt-in 03:39 – You also send manual messages to your list 04:06 – Eric sends manual messages once a week and the open rate is higher 04:23 – Sixth is to integrate your email system with Clearbit to get more of your lead’s data 04:59 – You can send them more customized emails, as well 05:11 – From the Clearbit’s data, find companies that are more relevant to you 05:22 – Reach out to them using Mixmax 05:39 – Eric generated some opportunities using this technique 06:06 – Do an Evergreen launch 06:22 – The Jeff Walker’s sequence is also very beneficial 06:35 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: When it comes to emailing your list—keep a healthy balance between automated and personalized messages. Being more personal in your emails attracts more clicks. Research tried and tested email sequences to see what works best for you. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Critical Marketing Roles For 2022 #1925
In episode #1925, Neil and Eric discuss seven critical marketing roles for 2022. There are plenty of new trends that are predicted for 2022. Tune in to find out who you should hire to prepare your business for the rapidly changing marketing landscape! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Seven Critical Marketing Roles For 2022. [00:30] Why you need a data scientist more than any other role. [01:04] Why you should hire someone to repurpose your blog posts. [01:36] Find folks who can do translation work so that you can expand internationally. [01:57] The role of community in 2022 and why you need a community manager. [02:51] How a creative marketer can help you stand out. [03:01] How hiring a specialized content creator can help your business. [03:50] Finding someone who can take care of conversion optimization. [04:08] That’s it for today! [04:22] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Check out our blueprint on how to build your dream business: https://www.marketingschool.io/training Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Customer Acquisition Ideas for the Rest of 2019 | Ep. #1157
In episode #1157, we are sharing 7 ideas for customer acquisition for the rest of the year! We run through collaborations, useful tools, expanding content, and more! Tune in today to get the best advice on increasing your customer count! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Customer Acquisition Ideas for the Rest of 2019. [00:33] Channel partnerships and cross-platform collaborations. [01:17] Utilizing affordable tools to manage your site and its data. [02:25] The process of content expansion to ease the need to create something new. [03:12] Voice search and the usefulness of Jetson AI. [03:48] AI for advertising and using Pattern 89 for this purpose. [04:21] Automating your SEO process with the tools that are currently available. [05:00] Chat programs, funnels and product tours with Intercom. [05:42] Make sure you check that out! [05:47] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: CodeCanyon 1kProjects Jetson AI Pattern89 Clickflow Distilled Intercom Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Dead Simple SEO Tactics That Still Work Today | Ep. #721
In episode #721, Eric and Neil count out 7 simple SEO tactics. Tune in to hear what you should be doing on your site. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Dead Simple SEO Tactics That Still Work Today [00:33] #1: Upgrade your content. [00:40] Look at Wikipedia and Trip Advisor: there is constantly updated user content. [01:01] #2: Google Correlate. [01:04] It’s a great tool for keyword research. [02:06] #3: The Skyscraper Technique. [02:15] Go out and look for top five posts about a certain keyword. [02:30] Make content that improves upon the original resource. [02:41] #4: Infographics. [02:50] KissMetrics was popular because of their use of this visual content. [03:07] Go to BuzzSumo and look at the popular articles in your field and create infographics about the material. [03:43] #5: Use Google Search Console. [03:50] Look at top pages and top keywords that are ranking. [04:00] Add any keywords you don’t have. [04:08] #6: Use Google Search Console to search for top keywords. Integrate the most popular keywords. [04:50] #7: Go out and look at what content you can delete. [05:25] You can drive traffic this way or possible even lose traffic. [05:40] Neil thinks you should keep old content and just add updated versions. [05:46] That’s it for today! [05:49] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveaway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Dead Simple Social Media Marketing Tactics That Still Work Today | Ep. #960
In episode #960, we discuss 7 simple tactics that always work. Tune in to hear how you can use social media marketing to your advantage. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Dead Simple Social Media Marketing Tactics That Still Work Today [00:45] 1: Post your content repeatedly on social media. [00:55] Share a few times in the first 24 hours and you’ll get more hits than you normally would. [01:30] 2: Push things to your email list. [01:53] 3: Post a portion of your post on LinkedIn. [02:01] Make sure to link to your site so people can finish the post. [02:10] 4: Repurpose your content. [02:30] Make sure things are formatted for the sites you are using. [02:48] 5: A week after you’ve posted something, post the entirety of it to social media (like Facebook). [03:43] 6: Go back to basics. [03:59] Look at your engagements ( using TubeBuddy or similar) to get a sense of what performs well. [04:25] Create posts based around your most successful topics. [04:56] 7: Make sure you keep your paragraphs short. [05:22] Short sentences and paragraphs will get you more reach. [05:30] That’s all for today! [05:33] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Deadly Facebook Ads Mistakes You Must Avoid in 2020 | Ep. #1334
In episode #1334, we discuss seven common mistakes people tend to make when it comes to Facebook ads. Selling through your educational content is a better strategy than simply directing prospects to your product page, and keeping your ads fresh and alternating them is sure to capture the attention of your target audience. Tune in to hear how video can help you achieve your Facebook marketing goals! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Deadly Facebook Ads Mistakes to Avoid in 2020. [00:36] Take advantage of lookalike audiences on Facebook. [01:29] Do not send customers back to the same landing page that they did not convert from. [02:18] Be sure to think through your funnel carefully. [03:23] Sell through your educational content rather than take people directly to a product page.[04:24] Keep your ads fresh by putting out new ones frequently and alternating them. [05:30] Don’t be afraid of using video ads – it outperforms image and text-based ones.[06:10] Ensure that you target broadly enough. [06:53] That’s it for today![06:55] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Olay Traffic and Funnels Sam Ovens Marie Forleo Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 E-commerce Trends for 2020 | Ep. #1304
In episode #1304, we share the top e-commerce trends for 2020 that you also want to tap into. We tell you how to use up and down-sales in your funnel, allow users to buy through chat, employ push notifications, and much more! Tune in to hear how the landscape of paid ads in e-commerce is changing! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven E-Commerce Trends for 2020. [00:31] Maximize your revenue by adding up-sales and down-sales throughout your funnel. [01:08] Get users to buy through chat by using applications like ManyChat or MobileMonkey. [01:36] How paid ads are changing in e-commerce, just look at Google and Olay’s partnership. [02:58] Leverage the data that you have to personalize the customer experience. [03:31] Use push notifications to send people back to your e-commerce site. [04:21] Create seamless experiences in-store and offline. [05:04] Consider a re-marketing ad for those who don’t buy or abandon their carts. [05:44] That’s it for today! [05:45] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ManyChat MobileMonkey Olay Ezra Firestone Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ecommerce Marketing Tools That’ll Skyrocket Your Growth | Ep. #811
In episode #811, Eric and Neil discuss 7 marketing tools that will skyrocket your growth. Tune in to hear which tools you should be using. Eric and Neil have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] 7 Ecommerce Marketing Tools That’ll Skyrocket Your Growth [00:41] 1: HelloBar helps you collect emails and emails help you build and control your audience. [01:01] 2: Cart Abandonment Software (ReJoin, etc.) are helpful. [01:25] This will help you increase your sales by 10%. [01:43] 3: Skubana is inventory management software. [02:18] They have a “god mode” that allows you to use one system to track everything and they won’t take a percentage of your revenue. [02:40] 4: Izooto will help you track people who visited your site, but didn’t make a purchase. [03:15] It’s a great way to increase conversions through directed push notifications. [03:35] 5: Jungle Scout helps you find products that are on the uptick. It tracks sales numbers. [04:15] 6: Bounce Exchange is very expensive, but it’s the most complex service for ecommerce. [04:30] It helps track shopping carts from device to device. [05:04] 7: Intercom is a chat bot and can integrate with other apps, like Stripe. [05:24] They have chat agents available 24/7. [05:36] Bonus: LandBot is a great landing page tool. [05:45] It’s another chat bot. [05:49] That’s all for today! [05:53] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help Eric and Neil meet their goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Elements of an Effective Marketing Report | Ep. #161
In Episode #161, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 elements of an effective marketing report. The marketing report reflects the health of your business and is a great sending base to inform that next step. Tune in to find out WHAT you need to assess and HOW to gather that information, in order to have that clear assessment of how your business is doing. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Elements of an Effective Marketing Report 00:45 – First, have high-level goals 01:08 – Have a different kind of threshold 01:24 – “Have your targets laid out so it is easier for people to digest” 01:31 – Second, look at the growth 01:47 – Examine your growth weekly 03:25 – Assess how to calculate your growth properly—don’t just look at the total visitor count 04:28 – The growth rate should be staying the same, if not increasing 04:39 – Third, use simple, report tracking tools, like Cyfe, and connect it to your spreadsheet report in order to pull data 05:27 – GA data grabber helps you to pull reports, too 05:50 – Fourth, track the lifetime value of the customer and the cost to acquire new customers 06:15 – You need a metric 07:11 – Fifth, look at your revenue churn and customer churn 07:28 – Lincoln Murphy’s How Much Churn is Acceptable 07:47 – Ideal churn is less than 10% a year 08:30 – Sixth, Neil shares the time he talked to Ryan, from HubSpot 09:16 – Add your total headcount in your marketing report 10:18 – Lastly, the net promoter score allows you to measure the sentiments of the customers 11:12 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Have a clear and simple goal which is easy for people to understand. Do NOT miscalculate your growth or it will lead you to a wrong impression of your business’ health. Quantifying customer satisfaction is IMPORTANT – know and understand your supporters and detractors. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Essentials to Building a Million Dollar Business | Ep. #689
In episode #689, Eric and Neil count out the essentials to building a million dollar business. Tune in to hear what steps you should take to achieve success. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Essentials to Building a Million Dollar Business [00:38] 1: You have to have something that people actually want. [00:54] 2: Go out there and find all the competitors and hit up their customer list; offer the same product to them for less. [01:25] When you’re starting off, you don’t have as many expenses and you can do free or low-cost work. [01:48] 3: Having a great team is the most important facet of any company. [02:00] Read the book Who? to learn how to build a great team. [02:11] 4: Get an office! [02:35] Having a physical location makes communication easy and it is helpful when building a solid team. [03:22] When Singlegrain was starting, they left an office space, but things got much easier once they all moved back into the same office space. [03:40] 5: Become a media company. [04:08] 6: You have to have upsells and downsells. [04:18] Stop trying to close new sales and focus on existing customers. [04:48] Marketing costs are lower and profit margins are higher. [05:00] 7: Focus in on one marketing channel. [05:10] Trying to do too many things at once will kill your business. [05:25] That’s all for now! [05:27] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Evergreen Books Guaranteed to Help You Grow | Ep. #1184
In episode #1184, we share with you our hit-list of 7 must-read books for leveling up in your business! The books we recommend will help anyone who is interested in learning more about startups, team management, simplicity, and making it happen in an engineering organization. Tune in to hear which outstanding authors and business moguls have made our ranking! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Evergreen Books Guaranteed to Help You Grow. [00:32] Suffering through startup world and the woes of being a founder in Ben Horowitz’s book. [01:16] More great advice about startups and how to win in Peter Thiel’s Zero to One. [02:56] Why The Ideal Team Player should be required reading! [03:22] Learn the value of being simplistic with Steve Krug’s Don’t Make Me Think. [04:22] The Phoenix Project: a resource for effectively managing an engineering organization. [05:05] How multibillionaire Ray Dalio’s book Principles will help you grow in business. [06:35] Multipliers as a must-read for anyone who is about to start working with other people. [07:25] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Marketing School The Hard Thing About Hard Things Ben Horowitz on Twitter Netscape LoudCloud Zero to One Peter Thiel The Ideal Team Player Patrick Lencioni Don’t Make Me Think Steve Krug Basecamp The Goal Jeff Bezos on Twitter The Phoenix Project Gene Kim Principles Ray Dalio on Twitter Multipliers Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Evergreen Marketing Campaigns You Should Always Have Running | Ep. #1574
In episode #1574, we share seven evergreen marketing campaigns that you should be running permanently. Evergreen campaigns are easily automated so, once set up, there is little effort required from your side. Tune in to hear how retargeting campaigns, email sequences, and text messages can be leveraged to keep the dollars rolling in. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Evergreen Marketing Campaigns That You Should Always Have Running [00:36] An evergreen campaign is one that stands the test of time. [00:45] Consider a retargeting campaign for those who visit your page without converting. [01:20] Always have a set email sequence to send to your growing email list. [01:49] Look at your Google analytics to see which posts perform best and boost them. [02:39] Do a push notification drip sequence and watch how many visitors you get! [03:05] Text messages have more than a 90% open rate, so be sure to use this opportunity. [03:44] Check out Russell Brunson’s webinar formula and create one of your own. [04:21] Leverage the power of the nine-word email, created by Dean Jackson. [05:16] That’s it for today! [05:17] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: community.com Russell Brunson Webinar Jam EverWebinar Neil Patel Master Class Dean Jackson Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Evergreen Marketing Tools to Keep In Your Toolkit | Ep. #1177
In episode #1177, we share seven evergreen marketing tools that should be in your toolkit! We go through Ahrefs Content Explorer, Ubersuggest, IFTTT, and more. Tune in to hear about the best things to be adding to your marketing stack! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Evergreen Marketing Tools to Keep in Your Toolkit. [00:33] The simplicity and effectiveness of Supermetrics. [01:03] Why you should check out Ahrefs Content Explorer. [01:25] Making use of Google’s Search Console and Google Analytics. [01:58] The amazing time saving tool called IFTTT. [02:35] Go get Ubersuggest! It’s free and pretty much unbeatable. [03:01] Getting a great mobile chat application that works for you. [04:05] Using SimilarWeb to get an idea of your competitors. [04:25] That’s it for today! [04:28] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Supermetrics Ahrefs Google Search Console Google Analytics WordPress Zapier IFTTT Ubersuggest SEMrush MobileMonkey Manychat SimilarWeb Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Examples of Really Smart Marketing That You Should Copy | Ep. #1030
In episode #1030, we discuss really smart marketing techniques you should copy. Tune in to hear which ideas are worth emulating. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles. Check out the details on this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Examples of Really Smart Marketing That You Should Copy [00:35] 1: Native advertising. [00:45] We previously talked about Audi having a partnership with the studio that created The Avengers. [01:14] 2: Giveaways. [01:30] Giving away small things for free can bring in users and their contact info. [02:00] 3: A 30 day challenge. [02:15] It’s a way of engaging people. [02:42] 4: A free book funnel. [02:50] Give away a book, charge for shipping, then up or downsell. [03:25] 5: Superhuman. [03:31] It’s a great email tool that helps you quickly create an email campaign. [04:20] 6: Sell through live video. [04:30] Live pitches work. [04:55] 7: Minimum viable content. [05:15] Create content, see what sticks. [05:32] That’s it for today! [05:38] We are almost at capacity for our live event, so register while you still can: Check out Single Grain for more info. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. ►Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Examples of World Class Content That Stand Out From The Rest | Ep. #1067
In episode #1067, we discuss 7 examples of world class content that stands out of the rest. Tune in to hear what makes this content stand out. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Examples Of World Class Content That Stand Out From The Rest [00:51] 1: Mary Meeker’s Internet Trends Report. [01:20] She covers things we wouldn’t have thought of. [01:45] 2: Animagraffs. [01:55] They create great infographics. [02:05] 3: HotPod News. [02:55] 4: Backlinko. [03:30] If you have too many images, it makes it hard to update your content. Backlinko helped us figure this out. [03:51] 5: A16Z Podcast. [04:11] Their job is to identify trends. [04:20] 6: Gary Vaynerchuck. [05:08] 7: AngelList. [05:25] The creator of AngelList has a great podcast and is also a great guest. [06:02] That’s it for today! [06:12] We are going to take applications for live intensive sessions. Just got to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Facebook Ad Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 | Ep. #896
In episode #896, we discuss Facebook ad hacks. Tune in to hear the 7 hacks that will help you crush 2019. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Facebook Ad Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 [00:33] 1: Run Messenger ads, as they are inexpensive. [01:07] 2: Turn off Instagram ads when running Facebook ads. [01:22] You will get the lowest ROI on Instagram. [01:35] 3: The story ads are performing well, so try one before they become too popular. [01:48] 4: Make remarketing videos. [02:00] 5: Facebook has an A/B testing option that you should try. [02:18] 6: Click on your competitors “Info & Ads” link that will help you compare stats. [03:31] 7: Don’t just duplicate your ads. [03:50] Share one page post and stop splitting social stats. [04:20] That’s it for today! [04:26] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Facebook Ads Tips For 2019 & Beyond | Ep. #870
In episode #870, we count out 7 Facebook Ad tips. Tune in to hear some lucrative Facebook tactics. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Facebook Ads Tips For 2019 & Beyond [00:38] 1: Eric’s team starting running Facebook and Instagram Story ads. Original cost per acquisitions was $8-9, but now it’s at $4-5. [01:00] You can make quick videos, because they don’t need to be well-produced. [01:30] 2: Make your own content, do not use a professional photographer. [02:11] Self-produced content converts better. [02:33] 3: Use Many Chat or any chat program. [02:55] Try to get people to converse on Facebook Messenger. [03:44] 4: When you collect a Facebook lead, send them to a Schedule Once page. [04:05] This is a great way to schedule calls with leads. [04:22] 5: Direct Heroes Instagram bots are great. [04:55] 6: Test out different ways to generate sales. [05:15] 7: Share and promote content. [06:10] That’s it for today! [06:18] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Free Marketing Tools that You Ought to Use | Ep. #222
In Episode #222, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 free marketing tools that you ought to use. People oftentimes become overwhelmed about where to start with their marketing campaigns with little knowledge of the tools that are already at their disposal. Eric and Neil give you 7 free tools and describe what they are, how they add value to your website, and how they improve your ranking. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Free Marketing Tools that You Ought to Use 00:34 – First is Ubersuggest 00:38 – It is great for content generation 00:54 – Second is Google Tag Manager 01:05 – It makes adding tools to your website easier 01:15 – Make sure you have the right retargeting pixel and other pixels 01:46 – Collect the data 01:56 – HubSpot Sales 02:19 – It tracks your email and tells the receivers’ actions 02:33 – Mixmax will let you track, too 02:48 – You can personalize your outreach email 03:06 – You can integrate it with your team 03:20 – Yesware and HubSpot Sales does the same thing as Mixmax 03:35 – Google Webmaster Tool 03:50 – It allows you to see what is happening on your website 04:02 – BuiltWith tells you what your competition is doing, for free 04:25 – If you know what your competition is using, you might as well use it, as well! 04:35 – SimilarWeb is good for competitive analysis and it has a free and premium version 05:06 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: There are tons of free marketing tools available – sift through and find the ones that will be helpful to your site. Knowing your competitors behavior will help you improve your process. Email is still one of the best marketing channels out there – tracking and personalizing your emails is key in maximizing its utility. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Free SEO Tools That You Have to Checkout | Ep. #1192
In episode #1192, we share with you the best free SEO tools that we’ve come across. Whether you need to track snippets, check the vitality of your content, get rid of spam or create the most effective tags, there is the perfect tool for it. Tune in to hear how to master SEO with these free applications! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Best Free SEO Tools to Check Out! [00:47] SEO Ninja and their unique way of tracking snippets. [01:06] All the great things Animalz Revive can tell you about your content. [01:28] Coming up with new content ideas using AnswerThePublic. [01:39] The browser extension that gives you a list of keywords from any web page. [02:08] What you can do with the Reddit keyword research tool called Keyworddit. [02:20] Why the Google Analytics Referrer Spam Killer is the best! [02:45] CanIRank allows you to see if you can show up as number one for a keyword search. [02:58] The tools that can tell you if your own or another person’s URL is penalized. [03:36] BROWSEO: See what your website appears like to a search engine. [03:48] Create the right tags with Aleyda Solis’s tag generator tool. [04:21] That’s it for today! [04:22] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ahrefs Google Search Console SEO Ninja Animalz Revive AnswerThePublic Wordtracker Scout Keyworddit Google Analytics Referrer Spam Killer CanIRank Panguin Tool Keywords Everywhere BROWSEO The hreflang Tags Generator Tool Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Fundamentals that Every Content Promotion Plan Should Include | Ep. #315
In Episode #315, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 fundamentals that every content promotion plan should include. Tune in to learn the checklists that you need for your content promotion plan and the importance of keeping your “unicorns” up to date! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Fundamentals That Every Content Promotion Plan Should Include 00:36 – First is to have a checklist where you document everything you need as well as your standard operating procedure 01:04 – Second is to create a list of people you are going to hit up in your space 01:08 – Every promotion has an outreach 01:13 – You want to keep a list so you will know who responded and promoted 01:17 – You want to hit up the same exact person 5x a week 01:29 – You could also determine who to hit up for a specific type of post 01:33 – You don’t want to burn the relationship 01:40 – Have an inventory of the tools that you have 01:42 – Use LastPass to organize everything 01:58 – Eric uses Meet Edgar and Buffer for promotion 02:13 – Fourth is to test out timing 02:20 – Depending on your industry, there are times that are best to post 02:28 – Stick with that time and be consistent 02:44 – Fifth is to use paid advertising 03:04 – Look at your top performing content and check the ones that are getting the most shares and likes 03:12 – The top performing ones are your unicorns and you want to push them 03:14 – Larry Kim from WordStream and Dennis Yu from BlitzMetrics talk about this further 03:33 – Sixth is having your unicorns 03:41 – Every 6 months, check all the content that has done well, re-share and update them 03:57 – Update your old content or the traffic will decline 04:06 – Last is to measure results 04:15 – If you’re not measuring and managing results, you’re not being a good marketer 04:24 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Set a goal and have a plan in place to reach that goal for your content promotion—this way you can track and measure your progress. Keep your unicorns up to date so your traffic and engagement won’t decline. Make sure that you keep track of your processes, plans, and create checklists to help organize yourself. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Future-Proof SEO Techniques That’ll Scale Your Organic Traffic | Ep. #1451
In episode #1451, we share 7 future-proof SEO strategies to will help to scale your organic traffic. User experience will become increasingly important in how Google will rank pages, so be sure to create pages that are easy to navigate. Tune in to hear how you can track down effective long-tail keywords that will instantly boost your traffic. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Future-Proof SEO Techniques That Will Scale Your Organic Traffic. [00:33] Pillar and power pages contribute to good user experiences. [00:52] Ensure that you are interlinking your related written content. [01:21] Create pages that are super user-friendly and all about their experience. [02:15] Build links at scale by creating or buying a product or tool and give it away for free. [02:51] Consider hiring a full-time developer once your business is up and running. [03:04] Update your old content and pages that lose traffic to keep Google ranking it. [03:39] Be careful of updating content pieces that are no longer relevant. [04:03] Think about finding and adding long-tail keywords to generate more traffic. [04:50] Host as many of your website pages as possible on your CDN. [05:45] Optimize your titles and meta descriptions by using Google Search Console. [06:30] That’s it for today! [06:31] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Backlinko Jimmy Daly Outgrow IndieMaker (formerly 1Kprojects) CodeCanyon Clickflow Cloudflare Google Search Console Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Game-Changing Growth Tools for Marketers on a Budget | Ep. #1432
In episode #1432, we are going to be giving you seven game-changing tools for marketers on a budget. This great session covers Eric and Neil’s famous self-made tools for optimizing traffic and SEO, getting more views on YouTube, tightening up your copy, and so much more! Tune in and find some tools that should accelerate your growth and which you can either get for super cheap or better yet, absolutely free! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Game-Changing Growth Tools for Marketers on a Budget. [00:30] How good and cheap Ubersuggest and Neil’s offerings are for SEO. [01:00] Using Content Decay to identify and maintain parts of your site that are losing traffic. [01:38] Making the most of your content by streaming it to multiple sources. [02:18] Getting way more traffic from YouTube using vidIQ! [02:36] How much more effective you become as a writer using Grammarly. [03:18] Connecting all marketing sources in one place using Google Data Studio. [03:53] Using fast-growing Zapier to build marketing workflows. [04:53] That’s it for today! [04:55] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest Content DecayRestream vidIQ Grammarly Google Data StudioZapier Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Google Ads Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 | Ep. #888
In episode #888, we discuss Google Ad hacks. Tune in to hear how you can crush it in 2019. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Google Ads Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 [00:45] 1: Custom-intent audiences. [01:01] Anyone searching for “red shoes” can get a red shoes ad. [01:20] The CPA is low. [01:30] 2: Create a remarketing video for all the people that didn’t check out. [01:50] Do an opposite pitch in this video. [02:10] 3: Don’t forget to connect your YouTube ads with analytics. [02:50] 4: Stop driving people back to the same landing page. [03:27] 5: Don’t forget about CPA bidding. [03:42] Once you get a few conversions, switch your bid amount. [04:15] 6: Run ads on Gmail. [04:35] 7: Don’t forget about Google Display Network Responsive Ads. [04:55] Have a responsive image. [05:05] That’s it for today! [05:10] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Growth Hacking Examples You Can Learn From | Ep. #360
In Episode #360, Eric and Neil discuss 7 growth hacking examples you can learn from. Tune in to be inspired by how these companies skyrocketed their branding and acquired more customers using a few tactical strategies. If you want to grow your company effectively, it doesn’t hurt to look to the best! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Growth Hacking Examples You Can Learn From 00:37 – First is Dropbox 00:40 – Dropbox used pay-per-click to acquire more users 00:51 – Dropbox was making $60 in revenue per customer 01:23 – Second is Airbnb’s growth story 01:29 – Airbnb got people to post on Craigslist 02:08 – Third is SEMrush 02:16 – SEMrush started with a free usage model with the option to upgrade 02:56 – Fourth is Hotmail 03:05 – Hotmail added “sent from Hotmail” at the end of their email to generate signups 03:38 – Fifth is Hubspot 03:43 – Hubspot is a content marketing machine which drives a lot of signups 04:00 – Hubspot also decided to create free tools 04:10 – Hubspot can generate more leads from their free tools at a lesser cost 04:26 – Sixth is the Paypal case study 04:31 – For every signup, they gave away $20, then reduced this amount over time 04:46 – eBay was originally owned by Paypal 05:00 – Startups create press 05:20 – Startups are directing Facebook and Google’s paid traffic to pages that have incredible content written about them 05:54 – By directing traffic, PPC isn’t that bad and the conversion is quite high 06:18 – This only works for an authoritative site; the quality of content you have is what attracts people to sign up 06:35 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Olark which is live chat software tool 06:48 – Subscribe, rate and review Marketing School 06:52 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 for those in the US 07:00 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Make people WANT to know more about you and your product; the quality of your content is the means to do this. Offering an initial incentive can drive signups to your product. Create great press around your product to show the value of your product. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Growth Hacks That Will Help You Drive More Sales | Ep. #842
In episode #842, we discuss 7 growth hacks that will help you to drive more sales. Tune in to hear how you can increase your sales rates. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Growth Hacks That Will Help You Drive More Sales [00:33] 1: Full Contact. [00:45] At networking events, people still trade business cards. Full Contact takes the information off scanned business cards and helps you organize it. [00:58] It works in conjunction with Zapier. [01:22] It reduces time spent on data entry. [01:28] 2: Gong. [01:44] Gong will help you determine how a pitch went. [02:05] You can use the data to help optimize conversion rates. [02:54] 4: Schedule Once. [03:10] This will help you schedule Sales Rep calls and target the correct leads. [03:41] 5: Reducing Friction. [04:05] The cost per acquisition for a webinar lead was around $12, which is pretty high. It recently dropped to $4. [04:20] 6: Integrate with Twilio. [04:40] You can send text reminders for scheduled sales calls. [05:05] 7: Front. [05:15] Once you have people opt in to emails or messages, you integrate Front with Twilio and send text messages and share those conversations with others on your team. [06:02] That’s it for today! [06:10] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Growth Levers You Can Pull for 2021 | Ep. #1591
7 Growth Levers You Can Pull for 2021 In episode #1591, Neil and Eric discuss seven growth levers you can pull for 2021. We hear about the power of offering free content or advice, why you should not hesitate to DM someone on Twitter, and how personalized content will help you step up your game. Tune in to hear more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Growth Levers You Can Pull for 2021. [01:45] Hiring people from the community onto the payroll: How this helped Twitch explode. [02:08] Going live podcast style: What this means and how it works. [03:10] Use LinkedIn to offer people something irresistible and build your network. [04:14] Why you should give away more for free to grow your business. [05:43] Don’t underestimate the power of Twitter DMs. [06:41] How to personalize content on your website and why this works. [07:40] Be aware of your surroundings if you want to increase your sales. [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Twitch Justin Kan on Twitter The Quest with Justin Kan Loom Blizzard Entertainment Kat Cole MaxMind Guillaume Cabane PredictLeads Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Hacks for Performing at an Elite Level | Ep. #1225
In episode #1225, we will be sharing seven hacks that you can apply to your life to start performing at a more elite level. Whether you are already super successful but want to optimize even further, or you’re just starting along your path to greatness, these seven hacks will be invaluable! We cover sleep and organizational habits, eradicating time-draining tasks, and also the incredible new Timeshifter app. Become your greatest self by hitting play and learning from the best now! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Hacks to Performing at an Elite Level. [00:30] Use Timeshifter to beat jet lag and perform optimally. [01:15] How to optimize life for convenience so that work can be focussed on. [02:39] Ways to get as much sleep as possible: room temperature, sobriety, etc. [03:39] Break down tomorrow’s tasks into chunks using a to-do list. [04:41] What the five through 30 model is and how it can optimize habits and organization. [05:40] The benefits of waking up at 04:00 and starting work at 05:00: no distractions. [06:26] Batch days by themes of tasks to guard what you spend time doing. [07:28] That’s it for today! [07:30] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Timeshifter TaskRabbit Matt Walker’s Sleep Ted Talk Petra ClickFlow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Hacks to Boost Your Conversion Rate | Ep. #955
In episode #955, we discuss 7 hacks that will boost your conversion rate. Tune in to see how you can get your conversion rates through the roof. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Hacks to Boost Your Conversion Rate [00:40] 1: Personalization. [00:50] Try using Clearbit to help you personalize your pitch. [01:11] 2: Adding location to your copy. [01:52] 3: Don’t sleep on site speed. [02:10] 4: Remarketing videos. [02:34] Make sure you’re using the opposite pitch. [03:05] 5: Dynamic retargeting. [03:20] This is a more personal approach. [03:45] 6: Talk to your audience. [03:56] Whether on the phone or through a survey, you will see more conversions. [04:25] 7: Planning poker. [04:35] This is a way for the team to debate the finer points of certain A/B tests. [05:30] That’s all for today! [05:36] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Highly Effective Habits to Make You A Better Marketer | Ep. #1142
In episode #1142, we lay out 7 highly effective habits that make you a better marketer! From mindset to technology, testing to data collection, we cover it all. Tune in to give your marketing game that extra boost it needs! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Highly Effective Habits to Make You a Better Marketer. [00:44] Staying open-minded and learning continually! [01:37] The running of constant tests; the best way to improve and succeed. [02:41] Writing practice and developing the ability to compellingly communicate your ideas. [03:52] Data is way more important than any gut feeling you have! [04:33] Patience is virtue; allow time to get to your goal. [05:41] Keeping up to date with technology and where it is headed. [06:47] Do not underestimate the power of relationships! [08:01] That’s it for today! [08:12] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Stephen Covey Breakthrough Advertising Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ideal Tasks to Give Your New Marketing Intern | Ep. #212
In Episode #212, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 ideal tasks to give your new marketing intern. Tune in and take note of how to maximize your intern’s time. These specific tasks will contribute to your company’s growth and improve your processes. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ideal Tasks to Give Your New Marketing Intern 00:35 – First task is to list out all your competitors and track their growth and activities using a spreadsheet on a daily and weekly basis 01:11 – You can check how your activities are comparing with your competitors 01:25 – The diminishing return explained 01:46 – Have an on-going link building process 02:00 – Use BuzzSumo to find the right people to reach out to 02:09 – Use BuzzStream to keep track of the report 02:30 – Your intern should focus on social media and respond to anyone who is upset in your space 02:45 – They don’t have to be necessarily picking on your product 02:50 – Helping out will build trust and royalty 02:57 – Do reporting 03:00 – Manual reporting is still a good way to do it 03:12 – Use Screenflow for screencasting to make records 03:38 – “Each week, have your intern talk to customers who signed up and 5 people who didn’t sign up” 03:54 – Keep in touch with those people and understand their user experience 04:10 – Make your intern boost Facebook posts or run basic ads using Facebook and Google 04:40 – Have your intern monitor Ahrefs for bad links 04:48 – The intern should update your bad links on a daily basis 05:17 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Having the right tasks to assign your intern will make their stay in the company worthwhile. Your intern should focus on building your online presence—this can include reaching out to customers and being more engaged online. Make your intern track growth and activities on a daily basis to see how you’re measuring up. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Insider Secrets to Launching a Book | Ep. #1587
7 Insider’s Secrets to Launching A Book In episode #1587, we share seven insider’s secrets to launching a book. If you want to get your books noticed, be sure to have quotes and testimonials from well-known authors on the cover. Tune in to learn more about hybrid and traditional publishing and what you can expect from working with publishers in general. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Insider’s Secrets to Launching A Book. [00:34] Bulk book sales are now being counted as a single sale. [01:04] Use a company like ResultSource that counts bulk sales individually. [01:23] Have quotes and testimonials from other book authors on the front and back cover. [02:25] Consider hybrid publishing that offers the best of both self and traditional publishing. [03:02] Keep in mind that traditional publishers have all the control. [03:31] Some traditional publishers also own magazines in which they can promote your book. [04:00] Keep in mind that most books don’t sell very well. [04:29] Use a well-known agent if you want to go the traditional route. [04:50] Publishers are not going to drive sales for you – the marketing is up to you. [05:35] That’s it for today! [05:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ResultSource The Coaching Habit Page Two Books Leveling Up Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Interview Questions You Should Ask Before You Hire a Marketer | Ep. #195
In Episode #195, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 interview questions you should ask before hiring a marketer. There is a lot you can assess about a potential hire from interview questions alone. How do they respond when they’re put on the spot? What is their best achievement to date? Tune in to find out the questions you should be asking your future marketer and the reasons why it is important to find someone with similar work ethic and values. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Interview Questions You Should Ask Before You Hire a Marketer 00:35 – Tell me about the most impressive win in your career 01:00 – This is the question that Elon Musk uses 01:20 – What do you consider the most impressive win in your life so far, is an alternative question for juniors 01:50 – The answers should match where they are in life at the moment 01:55 – What would you change with my business from my website? How would you fix it? 02:20 – “In business, people have to come up with solutions at the most inconvenient moment” 02:38 – Use a video interviewing tool called Spark Hire 03:43 – Ask, what is the most creative marketing tactic you’ve ever implemented? 03:55 – What’s the most creative marketing tactic you’ve ever seen on the web? 04:48 – Come up with situational questions and see their thought process 05:23 – Ask questions to see how aggressive the marketer is 05:45 – For example, have you ever bought paid links? 05:56 – What’s the shadiest marketing tactic you’ve seen or that you’ve leveraged? 06:35 – Give people a homework assignment as a paid trial 07:26 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: The answers your interviewee gives should match where they are at in life, at the moment. Ask aggressive questions and if they answer aggressively—that’s what you’re looking for! Then, just go for it. Give a paid trial assignment – this will give you a clear picture of their capability. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Key Elements of a High Converting Homepage | Ep. #211
In Episode #211, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 key elements of a high converting homepage. Your homepage should be the star as this is the page that generates the most traffic. Tune in to find out how you can convert your traffic to sales making these important changes to your homepage—creating that successful funnel. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Key Elements of a High Converting Homepage 00:35 – Make sure you have a great headline that emphasizes what you do 00:49 – Have a call-to-action that goes with the headline 01:08 – Answer objections: 01:20 – People are more likely to buy and be more comfortable if you will answer their objections 01:30 – Talk to people and ask about their hesitations in buying a product 01:39 – Use Qualaroo to put up a quick survey 01:52 – Use testimonials and case studies 02:14 – Fourth is to add a benefit-driven headline 02:21 – Talk to your paying customers and ask them why they bought your product 03:17 – Fifth is page load speed 03:46 – Think of your homepage as a funnel 04:39 – “Whatever your funnel is, make sure all flows together” 04:54 – Don’t forget about your pixels 05:05 – Start collecting data when people visit your site 05:18 – You can’t advertise effectively to your target audience without your pixels 05:24 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: A benefit driven headline can attract a greater audience and this can turn into sales. Consider your homepage as a funnel as this is what gets the most traffic. Know your pixels to reach your targeted audience effectively. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Key Questions To Ask To Get Better #1968
In episode #1968, Neil and Eric talk about 7 key questions to ask to get better. We all have blind spots about ourselves, and one of the best ways to gain insight into one’s strengths and weaknesses is to ask for feedback from other people. Tune in to hear about the 7 key questions you should be asking your peers to give feedback on, and how to implement that self-knowledge going forward! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Key Questions To Ask To Get Better. [00:30] The Zone of Genius exercise, what Eric learned from it, and who you should be asking to give feedback on 7 key questions about you. [01:00] Why you should find out what you have a world-class talent for. [02:02] The benefit of uncovering what your weaknesses are. [02:20] Neil and Eric share what their teams rate as their biggest weaknesses. [02:44] Ask your co-workers what you’re good at, but don’t appear to enjoy. [03:10] Find your focus by asking yourself what actions have moved the needle for your company over the past year. [04:15] Get feedback on where you seem to be experiencing the most joy and energy. [05:01] Why you should identify who’s better than you at the job you’re currently doing. [05:41] Ask yourself which of your current tasks may be better executed by someone else. [06:24] Why it’s so important to get feedback and take your ego out of the equation. [06:30] That’s it for today! [06:38] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event in Austin, Texas! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Key Strategies You Can Learn from Apple’s Marketing | Ep. #206
In Episode #206, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 key strategies that you must learn from Apple’s marketing. Apple stresses the importance of keeping things simple—from their written copy to how they display their products. Tune in to find out how Apple’s products reach a vast audience with ease and how you can adopt their marketing principles. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Key Strategies You Can Learn from Apple’s Marketing 00:35 – First is simplicity 00:43 – Great design is invisible 00:57 – Second, rethink how you do product placing 01:16 – Get influencers to have product placements 01:42 – Third, don’t be afraid to stand-out 02:00 – Apple’s Airpods is getting good reviews 02:26 – Fourth, avoid price wars 02:34 – If you have a great product, price it as is 03:06 – Apple emphasizes why their products are amazing 03:09 – Fifth, have a different ecosystem 03:27 – “When iTunes came out, it changed everything” 04:00 – Sixth, know your audience and talk to them in their language 04:08 – Apple’s ads are simplistic 04:46 – Connect with the audience in a language that they can understand 04:55 – Seventh, hire people to explore the best opportunities 05:10 – Have the best people in your team 05:45 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Simplicity is everything – don’t over-decorate things. Know your product’s worth and don’t get into price wars. Have the crème de la crème in your team – do NOT settle for less. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Keys to Becoming a Successful Blogger | Ep. #241
In Episode #241, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 keys to becoming a successful blogger. They discuss Chris Coyier and Chalene Johnson—some of the most successful in this space—to see what makes their content stand apart. Tune in to find out practical tips and tools you can implement, today, that will take your blog to the next level. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Keys to Becoming a Successful Blogger 00:34 – Key #1: Consistency 00:39 – Chris Coyier from CSS-Tricks gets over 7 million visits per month—How did he get there? 01:05 – The key to success is consistency which maintains that high level of engagement 01:21 – Key #2: Stay ahead of the curve 01:42 – Don’t just match your competition — outshine the competition 02:07 – “Go above and beyond to succeed” 02:12 – Key #3: Promote your content 02:21 – Build relationships with your clientele 02:26 – Buzzsumo will help you find people creating similar content—work together 02:45 – Groove HQ has great insights into how you can promote your blog 03:03 – Key #4: Do NOT rewrite your content over and over again 03:20 – What will happen is one will rank well while the others won’t 03:45 – Key #5: Repurpose your content 03:49 – Chalene Johnson starts with Facebook Live, then a Q&A, and then directs you to blog posts 04:31 – Aleyda Solis has a content re-usage workflow chart that tells you how to repurpose 04:45 – Key #6: Don’t be afraid to be the first mover 05:00 – Eventually your topic will gain popularity and you will do well 05:10 – Even with greater authority as a writer, it’s still hard to overtake those who have put the content out there faster 05:30 – Key #7: It is all about the process—How are you going to scale it out? 05:53 – Choose your processes as it is your vision 05:57 – Refer to Quick Sprout or Neil Patel to help you find your right workflow process 06:03 – Content Marketing Institute is a great resource to find the right process for you 06:17 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Don’t just match your competitors graphic to graphic or blog post to blog post—outshine the competition with what you offer. Promoting your content means building relationships with viewers and other bloggers who share your space. Set up your processes as you grow—it’s your vision, after all is said and done. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Keyword Research Secrets That’ll Help Your Content Rank Faster | Ep. #1389
In episode #1389, we talk about seven keyword research secrets that will help your content rank faster. From finding out what’s working for your competitors to getting your URL crawled more quickly and using helpful terms to increase click flow, we discuss all the tools you’ll need to get more people not just visiting your pages but clicking through them too! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Keyword Research Secrets that will Help Your Content Rank Faster. [00:31] Using the skyscraper technique to mimic high ranking competitor keywords. [01:06] How to learn about keyword difficulty and SERPs. [01:55] Boost your rankings by using the FAQ page schema technique. [02:29] Getting high ranking keyword permutations using AnswerThePublic [02:43] Have your URL crawled more quickly by sending it into Google Search Console. [03:26] Getting up and coming trending keywords using a keyword explorer. [03:50] Adding in helpful terms other than high ranking keywords to increase clickthrough. [05:00] Bonus tips for words to add into titles to increase click flow. [06:08] That is it for today! [06:09] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ubersuggest AnswerThePublic Google Search Console Keyword Explorer by Ahrefs Clickflow Backlinko Clickflow Analysis Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Killer Growth Strategies for E-commerce Companies | Ep. #1272
In episode #1272, we unpack seven killer growth strategies for your e-commerce company! We look at customer data, automation, subscriptions and more, so make sure to not miss this episode. Tune in to get your e-commerce platform up and running, fast! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Killer Growth Strategies for E-Commerce Companies. [00:44] Adding in up-sells and down-sells to an e-commerce cart. [01:56] Using a customer data platform to improve the customer journey. [03:28] Looking for micro-influencers with appropriate audiences. [04:19] Automation based on specific customer personas through email and beyond. [05:20] Leveraging different channels; push-notifications, subscriptions and more. [06:00] Making an enticing subscription offer! [07:14] Using live chat services to answer all customer questions. [08:07] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Hull HubSpot Lytics Kardashians Drip ManyChat LiveChat Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Killer Growth Strategies for Lead Generation Companies | Ep. #1274
In episode #1274, we talk about seven killer growth strategies for your lead generation company! We look at quizzes, in-person interaction, useful tech tools, content creation and so much more! Tune in to hear how you can go from no leads to an industry leader! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Killer Growth Strategies for Lead Generation Companies. [00:58] Driving visitors through your pages quickly and easily with ClickFunnel. [02:10] Using interactive quizzes to generate leads. [03:01] In-person interaction; dinners conference and meeting strangers! [04:09] Multi-channel leverage and a broad range of options for new customers. [05:22] Interconnected tools for texting and contacting leads. [06:39] Following up with qualified leads and maximizing your time with Clearbit. [07:48] MOFU and BOFU; creating content that your customers actually need. [08:41] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ClickFunnels ScheduleOnce LeadQuizzes SoulCycles Drift Intercom ManyChat MobileMonkey Webflow Zapier Airtable Twilio Clearbit Crazy Egg HotJar Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Killer Growth Strategies for SaaS Companies | Ep. #1273
In episode #1273, we talk about seven killer growth strategies for SaaS companies! After looking at some strategies for e-commerce in our last episode, we now turn our attention to SaaS, talking about registration flow, content marketing, partner pages and more! Tune in to hear how to grow your SaaS brand, today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Killer Growth Strategies for SaaS Companies. [00:59] Automating the sales motions to get the conversation started. [02:25] Changing up the registration flow for purchases of a SaaS product. [03:28] Product-led growth and the freemium model. [04:26] Creating a huge amount of content marketing. [05:24] Allowing immediate booking of calls for increased numbers. [06:15] Creating partner pages for driving up enrollment. [07:51] Setting up product tours and forced onboarding. [09:53] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: SalesForce Hull Outreach ClearBit Ubersuggest HubSpot Yammer David Sacks on The Wilderness Period OptinMonster Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Landing Page Hacks to Test in 2019 | Ep. #875
In episode #875, we discuss 7 landing page hacks. Tune in to see which ones you should test in 2019. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Landing Page Hacks to Test in 2019 [00:35] 1: Using a tool like Landbot to make a conversational landing page. [00:51] If you want an example of this, go to the Marketing School site. [01:15] 2: Have them schedule a call right after you collect the lead (using Schedule Once). [01:40] 3: Write concise copy. [01:54] Swiped has good examples of this. [02:10] 4: Do the opposite of what everyone else is doing. [02:30] Right now, people are using Google Sign-in. Try doing something else that helps assuage people’s privacy concerns. [03:21] 5: Post a video on your landing page. [03:44] 6: Create a longer landing page. [04:15] 7: Incentivize people. [04:52] That’s it for today! [05:00] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Last Minute Holiday Marketing Ideas | Ep. #860
In episode #860, we discuss 7 last-minute holiday marketing ideas. Tune in to hear 7 great ways to promote your business this holiday season. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Last Minute Holiday Marketing Ideas [00:50] 1: Leverage the 12 days of Christmas. [01:02] Each day, you can have a special offer. [01:32] 2: Have a special, one day event. [02:20] 3: Discount your most popular or profitable items, so you can an influx of traffic and sales. [03:08] 4: Have a photo-sharing contest on social media. [03:26] Make sure the contest is product-centric and also offer your product as a prize. [03:48] 5: The spinning wheel (like Wheel of Fortune). [04:07] A prize wheel is a great way to attract people. [04:24] 6: Have a gift card bonus. [04:34] As an example, for every $100 in gift cards someone buys, offer an additional amount, like $25 for free. [05:07] 7: Cross-promote your products and services with another company. [05:24] That’s it for today! [05:33] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Laws of Highly Successful Marketing Campaigns | Ep. #1163
In episode #1163, we give you the 7 laws of highly successful marketing campaigns! We go through testing, omni-channel approaches, influencers, advertising and more! Tune in to hear about how you can make your campaigns that much more successful. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Laws of Highly Successful Marketing Campaigns. [00:58] The importance of change and evolution in successful marketing campaigns. [02:49] Testing all the elements of your campaign across platforms. [03:29] The omni-channel approach and leveraging everything you can. [04:52] Channel partnerships and testing different collaborations. [06:17] The success of relevant influencers is very dependable! [07:45] Data-driven marketing and the formulas for success. [08:35] The amounts to spend on advertising; optimizing on front and backend. [10:04] That’s pretty much it for this episode! [10:07] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Expedia Oreo Kim Kardashian Mark Zuckerberg Tim Ferriss Michael Jordan Blake Griffin Kia influence.co Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Laws of Podcasting | Ep. #1532
In episode #1532, Neil and Eric dive into the seven laws of podcasting. With the medium growing and offering more opportunities than ever, now is the time to get in. We hear about the importance of consistency, repurposing content, and asking for ratings. For this, and a whole lot more, tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Seven Laws of Podcasting. [00:32] How long Eric and Neil have been podcasting for. [01:18] Law 1: Be consistent, consistently. [01:47] Law 2: Have a lot of content to get more listens. [02:16] Law 3: Repurpose content across channels. [03:01] Law 4: Do keyword research, no matter the topic. [03:13] Law 5: Pay attention to your audio quality and make use of a mixer and a good mic. [04:12] Law 6: Always ask your audience for ratings. [04:33] Law 7: Stay on top of your numbers, particularly retention. [05:30] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Joe Rogan Experience Entrepreneurs on Fire with John Lee Dumas Repurpose House Focusrite Chartable Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Lessons After 30 Million Podcast Downloads | Ep. #1404
In episode #1404, we share seven lessons we have learned after 30 million podcast downloads! That’s right Marketing School has had more than 30 million downloads since we started four years ago! We have learned a lot along the way and so we thought we would pick out the seven best lessons to share with all of our listeners! Tune in to hear about equipment, recording schedules and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Lessons After 30 Million Podcast Downloads. [00:45] Four years of the Marketing School Podcast! [01:21] Consistency is king! You win and grow over time. [02:11] Aiming for the biggest reach by repurposing on multiple platforms. [03:00] A mixer goes a long way and sound quality can up your game a lot! [03:27] Monetization is a great option, even early on. [04:12] Utilize all your channels and invite an audience to your show. [04:42] Show all of your episodes on platforms, it leads to more plays and downloads. [05:17] What makes this show unique? Perspectives and inspiration! [06:02] That is it for today! [06:05] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Blue Yeti Restream Marketing Showrunners Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Lessons From Interviewing Podcast Guests #1862
In episode #1862, Neil and Eric talk about their main takeaways from interviewing podcast guests. Having been at it for eight or nine years, they know a thing or do. Tune in to hear some of these golden nuggets TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Lessons From Interviewing Podcast Guests [00:34] #1: Get a window into how your guest thinks about things. [01:21] #2: If guests don’t give the meat and potatoes of their experience, you won’t have a good interview. [02:01] #3: Do a lot of research and find out what they’re passionate about. [02:27] #4: Find previous interviews to get a feeling of what they talk about. [02:50] #5: Ask what you can do for your guest at the end of the show. [03:49] #6: Interview people with followings because that will help you. [04:17] #7: Remember to repurpose your content [04:51] That’s it for today! [04:51] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Lessons Learn From Sam Oven’s 36 Million Dollar Business | Ep. #1226
In episode #1226, we share the seven best lessons we learned from Sam Ovens’ presentation at our recent marketing workshop. We talk about money-draining tasks, distracting habits such as networking and cooking, and tips for practicing a healthy diet. We also share his lessons for optimizing your business through testimonials, thinking ahead, and obsessing over minor tweaks. Sam makes $36 million per year using techniques like these, so it would probably be a good idea if you checked out this episode! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Lessons We Learned From Sam Ovens. [01:20] How networking can be a distraction from focussing on one’s business. [02:14] The value of quitting -$100 per hour activities such as drinking alcohol. [03:04] Get more energy from plant-based, non-processed foods, and fasting intermittently. [04:30] Using a food delivery service such as Thistle to cut out time spent cooking. [05:22] The success that comes by fine-tuning whichever of your campaigns is working best. [06:35] Evolve your business through future-focused thinking and observing great leaders. [07:40] The 3586 impromptu testimonials Sam has and how they create trust in his business. [09:33] That’s it for today! [09:36] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sam Ovens Activision Blizzard SnackNation Thistle Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Lessons Learned From a Mastermind | Ep. #1221
In episode #1221, we talk about the seven lessons we learned hosting our own mastermind! We had such a blast hosting this event, meeting all the attendees, and listening to the great speakers, so we thought we would share the seven biggest takeaways we got from the experience. Tune in to hear about raising capital, hosting dinners, growing a following and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Lessons We Learned from a Mastermind. [00:33] The mastermind we hosted recently and the great time we had! [01:28] Attendees and the amazing quality of people who were there. [02:05] The democratization of capital and the different ways to raise funds. [03:08] Benefits of purchasing sites from non-profits. [04:12] Getting out there and doing in-person, active events. [05:16] A simple way to grow your Instagram following today! [06:14] Using dinners for mingling and networking of participants. [07:01] Staying open to taking and giving help in the business world. [09:16] Optimize yourself for best performance! [10:32] That is it for today! [10:36] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Howards Marks Activision Blizzard StartEngine ClickFlow Fulcrum Events Jayson Gaignard Tony Robbins Dan Sullivan Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 LinkedIn Marketing Tips to Help You For 2020 | Ep. #1161
In episode #1161, we share 7 tips for LinkedIn marketing as you prepare for 2020. These tips can get your content and engagement all the way up, shared and gaining traction as you build your profile and business. Tune in to hear about tagging, channel partners, LinkedIn Live and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 LinkedIn Marketing Tips to Help You in 2020. [00:31] LinkedIn Live just launched! [02:35] Publish content on LinkedIn; videos, articles and other kinds of text-based content. [02:39] Tag usage when posting content. [03:03] Building channel partners and finding similar businesses and people. [04:12] Involving friends, associates and influencers in order to drum up engagement. [05:12] Reaching out to contacts to share you content on their profile. [06:58] Using LinkedIn Recruiter for starting conversations. [07:32] That is it for today! [07:51] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Aaron Aegis Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 LinkedIn Marketing Tricks That You Have to Deploy | Ep. #657
In episode #657, Eric and Neil count out the 7 LinkedIn marketing tricks you must use. Tune in to hear what you could be doing do boost your visibility on LinkedIn. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 LinkedIn Marketing Tricks That You Have to Deploy [00:33] Tip 1: Consistently post videos to YouTube and make sure you link to them through LinkedIn (LinkedIn tends to promote video content). [01:05] Tip 2: Use LinkedIn Autofill as a means to get people on your email list with minimal effort on their part. [01:45] Tip 3: Videos ads for LinkedIn are expensive, but well worth it. [02:20] Tip 4: Don’t post as often on LinkedIn. Only post your best content. [03:23] Tip 5: Use Duck Soup or LinkedIn Helper when visiting profiles: it collects their info for later contact. [04:07] Tip 6: Make sure your profile is set to let people know you are looking for full-time work. [05:05] Tip 7: Growth Pods came from Instagram, but are now available on LinkedIn. It’s a way to boost your likes and visibility. Band together with similar people and like each other’s posts. [06:20] That’s all for today! [06:27] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Little Known Copywriting Hacks | Ep. #1471
In episode #1471, we share seven little-known copywriting hacks! From sentiment analysis tools and swipe files, to the power of headlines and timing, these seven hacks can get your copy from average to great and give your numbers a big boost. Tune in to hear all seven and get your copy up to scratch and then some! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Little-Known Copywriting Hacks. [00:35] You do not need to be an amazing writer — the key is answering objections. [01:22] Sentiment analysis tools can be your best friend! [01:52] Timing and placement; showing the right thing at the right time. [02:35] Creating swipe files and taking note of good pattern interruptors. [03:26] The importance of headlines and using multiple variations for the same content. [03:50] Utilizing the Breakthrough Advertising framework — top to bottom conversion. [04:41] A picture says a thousand words; using images to enhance your message. [05:21] That’s it for today! [05:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ogilvy Frank Kern Survey Monkey Hotjar Swiped Breakthrough Advertising Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Apps and Tools We’re Excited About for 2021 #1635
7 Marketing Apps and Tools We’re Excited About for 2021 In episode #1635, you will hear about the seven marketing apps and tools we are excited about this year. We talk about Copysmith, SparkToro, and Descript, among others, and share why they are some of the best in the business. To hear more, be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Apps and Tools We’re Excited About for 2021. [00:30] Number one: Copysmith, a tool that can help with captions and headlines. [00:50] Number two: SparkToro, a platform that helps you discover what your audience reads [01:32] Number three: AlsoAsked, which allows you to discover questions people are asking. [01:58] Number four: Clubhouse, an easy way to get followers if you have time. [02:14] Number five: Exploding Topics, which gives you insights into trending topics. [02:30] Number six: reMarkable, a modern note-taking paper replacement. [02:51] Number seven: Descript, a tool that helps streamline video and audio editing. [03:37] That’s it for today! [03:37] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Copysmith SparkToro AlsoAsked Clubhouse Exploding Topics reMarkable Descript Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Lessons Learned From Gary Vaynerchuk | Ep. #1265
In episode #1265, we share seven important lessons you can learn from Gary Vaynerchuk. Being aware of your weaknesses, connecting with your ideal customers, experimenting with new things, and showing up as yourself will help you to build an irresistible brand. Tune in to hear how you can double down on your content! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Marketing Lessons You Can Learn from Gary Vaynerchuk. [00:32] Gary’s agency VaynerMedia and how he built out his father’s wine company. [01:06] Recognize what you’re not good at and get a team to help you. [01:39] If you’re going to do marketing, find ways to relate to your ideal customer. [02:24] Be ahead of the game when it comes to testing and trying new things. [03:00] Know that social media traffic is short-lived, and take control. [03:42] Be fast to get new things out consistently. [04:35] Make the most of your content by reusing it in smaller segments. [05:23] The importance of being yourself and showing up unapologetically. [06:28] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Gary Vaynerchuk VaynerMedia TikTok Community Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Lessons We Learned From Running Software Companies | Ep. #723
In episode #723, Eric and Neil count out the 7 lessons they learned from running software companies. Tune in to hear what lessons apply to your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Marketing Lessons We Learned From Running Software Companies [00:43] A lot of the lessons Eric and Neil learned, could work for ecommerce and other internet-based businesses. [01:05] #1: It’s not all about the conversion plan. Optimize for lifetime value. [01:25] People typically pay for software on a month-to-month or annual basis and people often have to renew plans; this is a consistent revenue stream. [02:17] #2: It’s all about on-boarding. [02:40] First impressions matter and that applies to software, as well. [02:53] #3: You end up losing about 5% of your revenue because user’s credit card numbers expire. [03:08] To fix this, companies like GoDaddy sign up for a service called Visa and Mastercard Updater; Visa and Mastercard will automatically update user’s credit card details for a small fee. [03:50] #4: Use the “Jobs to be done” framework. [04:40] Set aside time for customer development. [04:48] #5: You only have one shot with customers. If someone uses your product and doesn’t like it, they will never come back. [05:07] First opinions tend to stick in the software world. [05:42] BuzzSumo and AHREFS did well because they created exceptional products. [06:30] #6: Get your pricing right! [07:03] Everyone is going upmarket. Charge for the value you think you are delivering. [07:23] #7: Pay attention to market trends and conditions. [07:30] KissMetrics was getting trounced by a competitor and didn’t adapt quickly enough. [08:01] That’s it for today! [08:03] If you could take two minutes out of your day, we are trying to improve the listening experience for you, so go to Singlegrain.com/survey and help us gain some insight into what matters to our listeners. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Lessons You Can Learn From Fortnite | Ep. #887
In episode #887, we discuss the marketing lessons you can learn from Fortnite. Tune in to hear what they did to become so successful. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Marketing Lessons You Can Learn From Fortnite [00:40] Fortnite is free to play. [00:55] Freemium is a great way to entice people. [01:12] Acquire the volume first, then collect revenue. [01:30] You don’t have to be perfect right off the bat. [01:40] Adapt and add new things later. [02:08] Fortnite has taken elements from other games. [02:41] They use channel-based marketing. [03:55] Don’t forget to engage with your community. [04:25] Especially talk to the most popular people in your community. [04:49] There’s no such thing as bad press. [05:05] Neil has gotten bad press before, but it didn’t matter. Their traffic went through the roof. [05:35] Fortnite allows cross-platform play. [06:10] When you allow for that, you allow for a bigger community. [06:16] That’s it for today! [06:20] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Predictions #1696
7 Marketing Predictions In episode #1696, we give you our seven marketing predictions for this year and the next few to follow. You will hear us talk about an NFT bubble, the explosion of voice search, and the rise of the community as a moat. We also foresee people building media companies before businesses, podcasts overtaking video, more M&A activity, and greater restrictions around tracking. Get your seven marketing trends today on Marketing School. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:29] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Predictions. [00:30] We will see an NFT bubble in the short-term. [00:59] Voice search commerce will explode. [01:30] Communities are stronger than audiences. [02:03] People will build media companies before they build businesses. [02:49] You will see a lot more M&A activity. [03:21] Podcasts will overtake video. [04:07] Tracking will subside more and more. [04:47] That is it for today! [04:48] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to learn more about our free community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Kylie Cosmetics Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tasks You Should Never Outsource | Ep. #1029
In episode #1029, we discuss 7 tasks you shouldn’t outsource. Tune in to hear what you really need to keep in-house. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles. Check out the details on this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Marketing Tasks You Should Never Outsource [00:35] 1: Data science. [01:05] You need to personally track your numbers, otherwise you will have trouble reaching goals. [01:20] 2: Podcast recording. [01:30] Record in-house, because you can’t rely on the quality of outsourced audio. [01:52] 3: Copywriting. [02:50] 4: Video. [03:08] The videographer will be working on other things and won’t be focused on your project. [03:45] 5: Chat bots. [04:03] If you and your team respond to the chats, you’ll have a better conversion and customer satisfaction rate. [04:46] 6: Experimentation. [04:55] Anyone can run tests for you, but only you know what you really need to test. [05:25] Don’t outsource innovation. [05:56] 7: Social media. [06:10] You need to know what’s going on there and interact with your clients in a substantive way. [06:27] That’s all for today! [06:33] We are almost at capacity for our live event, so register while you still can: Check out Single Grain for more info. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools For Q3 2022 #2084
In episode #2084, Neil and Eric talk about 7 Marketing Tools For Q3 2022. Discover the best new tools for managing your social media, including Taplio for all your LinkedIn needs as well as Tweet Hunter for scheduling and managing tweets, threads, and more. Learn how Orbit.love can help you organize your community and how Commsor unlocks the power of community-led growth. For all the latest on tips, tools, and gadgets, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Tools For Q3 2022. [00:25] Learn how Tweet Hunter allows you to schedule tweets, threads, and more. [01:01] The benefits of Sprout Social in managing social media for any enterprise company. [01:22] How Taplio can help you manage your LinkedIn posts. [01:52] Quickly and easily automate your favorite apps and devices with IFTTT (If This Then That). [02:09] Why Orbit.love is a great tool for community management. [03:01] Why Kickbox is a fantastic tool for managing your email marketing. [03:31] How Commsor unlocks the power of Community-Led Growth. [03:52] That’s it for today! Go to school.io/talent to learn how you can join our Talent Collective! [04:22] Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:22] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Tweet Hunter Sprout Social Meet Edgar Taplio IFTTT Zapier Orbit.love Discord Kickbox Commsor Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools For The 2nd Half of 2019 | Ep. #1127
In episode #1127, we share 7 marketing tools for the second half of 2019. Tune in to hear what tools you should be using. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s Topic: Seven Marketing Tools for the Second Half of 2019 [00:30] Number 1: Rafflepress is a new WordPress plugin that allows you to run contests. [00:54] Number 2: Google Data Studio allows you to create custom reports and dashboards from your existing Google data sources. [01:28] Number 3: Pattern89 does artificial intelligence for Facebook ads and YouTube to help you optimize your advertising. [01:46] Companies see an average of a 21% performance improvement on their Facebook ads using Pattern89. [01:53] Number 4: Jetson AI allows you to sell your products or services through voice search on home consoles like Google Home and Amazon Alexa. [02:51] Number 5: Hull.io is a customer data platform that uses the data you already have to generate leads for your business and build outreach strategies around them. [03:41] Eric recommends that only businesses with at least five figures of monthly website traffic consider using this tool because they will benefit most from it. [03:56] Number 6: Price Intelligently Calculator from ProfitWell is a tool to help you calculate the best pricing strategy for your business to help you make the maximum amount of money. [04:25] Their price optimization typically leads to a 15% increase in new revenue. [04:49] Number 7 is Intercom, an all-in-one customer engagement tool that lets you chat with them directly, create email campaigns, show them specifically tailored content, and more. [05:37] That’s it for today! [05:45]To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools That We Love | Ep. #998
In episode #998, we discuss 7 marketing tools that we love right now. Tune in to hear which new tools we think are the best. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Marketing Tools That We Love [00:35] 1: Cameo. [01:00] It’s a service where you pay famous people for personal messages. [02:45] 2: Wayback Machine. [02:55] Eric has been doing a lot of A/B testing lately. [03:20] He has been using this tool to look at all the variations of web pages and ads people have run over time. [04:20] 3: Livestorm. [04:35] Livestorm is a browser-based webinar tool. [04:50] Some like it better than Zoom. [05:10] 4: Kajabi. [05:30] Neil has been using this to realize free content locked behind an email gateway. [06:24] 5: Formidable Forums. [06:40] This is a way to make forums flexible. [06:58] 6: Content Explorer. [07:09] Great for checking in with competitors. [08:32] 7: Chartable. [08:43] This tool helps you see how you are trending on different podcast platforms. [08:57] That’s it for today! [09:17] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools That Will Save You Tons of Time | Ep. #1455
In episode #1455, we share the seven best tools for saving you a ton of time! From tools that help you to repurpose your content and automate your workflow to ones that offer graphic design solutions and help you identify decaying content, we have got you covered! Tune in to hear how you can spend your time on more important things by giving these tools a try! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Marketing Tools That Will Save You Tons of Time. [00:38] Repurpose House helps you chop your content into micro-content and various formats. [01:48] Program things without being a programmer using IFTTT’s amazing tool! [02:15] You can also use Zapier to connect your apps and automate workflows. [02:47] Consult Konstant Kreative for fast, creative graphic design solutions. [03:31] The benefits of using Google Data Studio as your marketing intelligence tool of choice. [04:50] Try Shuffle and Headliner to help you extract key content from your podcasts. [05:32] The free content decay tool by Clickflow allows you to update content appropriately. [06:51] Ubersuggest offers a free tool for doing keyword research. [07:52] That’s it for today! [07:56] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Repurpose House IFTTT Zapier Konstant Kreative Design Pickle Google Data Studio Headliner Shuffle Clickflow Ubersuggest Ahrefs SEMrush Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools We Love For 2021 #1667
7 Marketing Tools We Love For 2021 In episode #1667, we talk about seven marketing tools that we love for 2021! From old favorites like Metadata and All in One SEO, to Piñata Farms and Recurly, these tools are guaranteed to boost your content creation, targeted marketing and more! Tune in to hear our favorite picks for the year ahead. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Tools We Love For 2021. [00:30] The usefulness of Lately for optimizing your content. [01:08] How Recurly can help you with your subscription management. [02:00] The rise of meme culture and tools like Piñata Farms for meme creation. [02:27] Compiling and collating all your relevant data in Google Data Studio. [02:54] The power of the Circle community for content creators. [03:13] Get ready for the revamped version of the All in One SEO pack for WordPress! [03:35] Metadata for account-based marketing; finding specific targets. [04:03] That is it for today! [04:24] Go to http://marketingschool.io/pro for a free trial of our Marketing School Community! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Lately Recurly Piñata Farms Elon Musk Clubhouse Google Data Studio Circle All in One SEO Metadata.io Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools We’re Excited About for 2022 #1930
In episode #1930, Neil and Eric talk about 7 marketing tools they’re excited about for 2022. There are a bunch of tools out there that can help you market your business more efficiently. From helping you organize your data seamlessly to marketing automation, there is something here for everyone. Tune in to get the inside scoop on the best marketing tools for 2022! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Tools We’re Excited About for 2022. [00:30] Why Mutiny HQ is a great tool for marketers to personalize websites. [01:15] How Jarvis can help you generate copy more quickly. [01:28] Use Grain to share Zoom footage or text quickly, easily, and efficiently. [02:23] Supermetrics is a fantastic way to organize your data. [02:39] DeScript is a great tool for podcasters to streamline their process. [03:00] Why UiPath is great for marketing automation. [03:55] Use PredictLeads as a useful tool for finding clients. [04:20] That’s it for today! [04:30] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Mutiny HQ Jarvis Grain Supermetrics DeScript UiPath PredictLeads Check out our blueprint on how to build your dream business: https://www.marketingschool.io/training Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools You Should Be Checking Weekly | Ep. #462
In Episode #462, Eric and Neil discuss 7 marketing tools you should be checking weekly. Check your ranking, keep track of HIT keywords, and know what your competition is up to so that you can stay ahead of the game! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Tools You Should Be Checking Weekly 00:32 – One is Google Analytics 00:43 – Two is SEMrush to track your competitors 00:56 – Three is AuthorityLabs which shows new keyword opportunities and great keywords you should be tracking 01:16 – Four is Ahrefs so you can identify the spammy sites 01:34 – Five is Google Trends which shows how you are trending over time 01:44 – Six is VaultPress which shows security issues 02:00 – Last is Google Search Console 02:26 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 02:36 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 02:40 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Utilize tools to help you keep up to date on your website’s performance. Check your competitor’s performance so you keep yourself aware of their latest updates. Consistently tracking your metrics will make it easier for you to make the right adjustments for your website. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Tools to Help Level You Up #1713
7 Marketing Tools to Help Level You Up In episode #1713, Neil and Eric reveal seven marketing tools you need to have in your toolkit. Some of them are well-known while others are less spoken about, but all of them will help you get to the next level. Be sure to tune in to find out more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Tools to Help Level You Up. [00:29] Tool 1: Sendoso, the platform that allows you to send gifts. [00:52] Tool 2: Attentive, an innovative text messaging solution. [01:06] Tool 3: Audience, a platform that lets you produce hand-written notes at scale. [01:24] Tool 4: Google Data Studio, an underutilized business intelligence tool. [02:00] Tool 5: Revealbot, a powerful tool to help automate your ads. [02:31] Tool 6: PicSnippets, which lets you customize your emails. [02:54] Tool 7: Flick, a tool to help you manage Instagram hashtags. [03:34] That’s it for today! [03:34] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sendoso Attentive Audience Google Data Studio Revealbot PicSnippets Flick Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Trends We’re Excited About for 2021 #1668
7 Marketing Trends We’re Excited About for 2021 In episode #16, we share seven marketing trends we’re excited about for 2021! We discuss the prospects of Instagram Live interviews, the resurgence of email newsletters, YouTube, and the ever-present power of community building. For these and more, tune in to hear why you should be excited too! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Trends We’re Excited About for 2021. [00:29] The possibilities of recording on Clubhouse; even more to look forward to! [00:52] Instagram Live interviews and why we can expect more and more of these. [01:17] The power of community and the rising tied that raises all boats. [01:53] Why free tools might surpass the popularity of content marketing this year. [02:19] The comeback course that email newsletters are on right now. [02:57] The steady and strong rise of voice technology and particularly voice search. [03:50] What’s old is now new; the continued value and growth of YouTube. [04:18] That is it for today! [04:20] Go to https://www.levelingup.com/ to learn more about Eric’s new book! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Clubhouse Slack Substack Andreessen Horowitz MailChimp Ghost The Hustle Morning Brew Jetson OC&C MrBeast Leveling Up Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Trends for 2020 | Ep. #1228
In episode #1228, we discuss seven marketing trends that we see happening in 2020! 2019 has been a wild year and some things are falling by the wayside, while others are on the up. Our big predictions are the rise of voice search, tiered monetization, TikTok, business intelligence, AI, new communication strategies, and the only moat that will still exist in marketing! Tune in to sharpen your perspectives about what 2020 could bring you and vice versa. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Marketing Trends for 2020. [00:30] How and why you should become compatible with voice search. [01:07] Ways that tiered monetization audience/creator arrangements have room to grow. [02:20] Why to focus on business intelligence and not just front end analytics. [03:27] The value of utilizing AI in any way possible for business optimization. [04:15] A drop in the effectiveness of email communication and how to get past it. [05:14] Why leveraging TikTok is still a great idea. [05:49] Personal brands are the only way to ward off other companies from copying you exactly. [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jetson AI Shopify WordPress Substack Supercast Leveling Up Google Analytics Amazon Prime Google Data Studio Pattern89 Gmail Descript TikTok ByteDance Snapchat Vine Facebook Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Marketing Trends for 2022 & Beyond #1901
In episode #1901, Neil and Eric talk about 7 Marketing Trends for 2022 & Beyond. We take a look at the rise in new technologies like NFTs, DAOs and how they’ll become more mainstream in 2022, as well as what we are expecting from more established platforms like YouTube, Twitter, and podcasting. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Trends for 2022 & Beyond. [00:37] Trend one: NFTs as a marketing strategy, like Gary Vaynerchuk’s VeeFriends, are expected to become much more mainstream. [01:23] Trend two: people and companies increasingly using tools as a form of marketing. [01:57] Trend three: decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). [03:43] Trend four: the rise of voice commerce outside of the US and UK and its integration into new products and markets. [04:42] Trend five: YouTube will continue to grow and become more important. [05:38] Trend six: podcasting will become more competitive and saturate nearing the end of 2022. [06:31] Trend seven: Twitter as a space to collaborate and create amazing relationships. [07:48] That’s it for today! [07:53] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: VeeFriends YouTube Twitter Marketing School Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Metrics You Ought to Monitor in Google Analytics | Ep. #356
In Episode #356, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 metrics you ought to monitor in Google Analytics. Tune in to learn how you can use these metrics in Google Analytics to drive more traffic to your site and increase your ROI. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Metrics You Ought to Monitor in Google Analytics 00:37 – First metric is the bounce rate 00:54 – You can check which pages are causing the bounce and do necessary adjustments 00:59 – Second metric is the search traffic 01:01 – You can monitor it daily and make weekly comparisons to see the trends 01:21 – Neil started adding different languages on their website 01:56 – Third metric is the conversion 02:02 – You should be looking at where your conversions are coming from and if you’re hitting your goals 02:22 – Fourth metric is the time on site 02:42 – Check your time on site alongside your bounce rate 02:53 – Fifth metric is the site speed 03:00 – Site speed is a ranking and experience factor 03:20 – Sixth metric is social referrals 03:46 – Neil won’t spend more money on Facebook ads for USA because of its strict algorithm 04:12 – Seventh metric is pages per session 04:30 – You can pull lessons from the well performing pages and duplicate them for your other pages 04:39 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: By paying attention to the metrics, you can track your progress and make the necessary adjustments. First study the social platform where you want to have paid ads to make sure your money doesn’t go down the drain. Set goals for your business to see if you’re on the right track. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Launching a Book | Ep. #1586
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Launching a Book In episode #1586, we discuss seven mistakes to avoid when launching your book. When you are a first-time author and have no or little experience, it is worth hiring a team of people to help you successfully bring your book to market. Tune in to hear why you must run Amazon ads and start promoting your book six months in advance! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Launching a Book. [00:35] Eric’s book, Leveling Up is coming out soon and Neil’s Hustle is already out. [01:02] Don’t waste your time getting press if the audience is irrelevant. [01:30] Get press with the right audience so you can get the right people. [01:45] Don’t try to do everything by yourself, especially if you lack experience. [02:24] The importance of doing Amazon ads to sell your books. [02:53] Verify that things are working and your team is on track. [03:44] Start promotions early enough – six months before the book is coming out. [04:20] Avoid spreading yourself and your team too thin. [04:45] Why you have to optimize your book for SEO. [05:38] That’s it for today! [05:41] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leveling Up Hustle Simon Sinek Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Modern Marketing Tools That Will Make Your Life Easier #2223
In episode #2223, Neil and Eric discuss 7 modern marketing tools that will make your life easier. Tune in to learn about the best new tools to help you organize your swipe files, collaborate with clients, create content faster, and much more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Modern Marketing Tools That Will Make Your Life Easier. [00:30] How Foreplay will help you organize your swipe files. [01:01] Save time on boring tasks with UiPath. [01:18] Learn about the free conversion benchmarking tool, Varos. [01:43] Discover Ubersuggest’s new free writing tool. [02:07] Use Motion for better collaboration. [02:49] Why Lemlist is a great tool for automating your outreach and cold emails. [03:24] Learn about a great alternative to Loom and other organizational tools. [04:02] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:07] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Foreplay UiPath Varos Ubersuggest Motion Lemlist Bubbles Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Neat SEO Tricks for 2017 | Ep. #192
In Episode #192, Eric and Neil discuss 7 neat SEO tricks for 2017. There are smarter ways to increase your search engine traffic and Eric and Neil have the know-how. Tune in to find out how removing the dates on your WordPress URL or building links to posts that are ranking high can be just the quick tip you need to boost your traffic. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Neat SEO Tricks for 2017 00:35 – First is to upgrade your post that is already doing well 00:49 – Check Ahrefs and Google Search Console 01:30 – Google “online marketing” and Eric is probably Top 5 01:50 – Second, when you add the year on the title tag, it can generate new click throughs 02:26 – Third is to buy a website 02:38 – Look for keywords you’re trying to link 02:40 – Reach out to the top 20 websites see who wants to sell 03:55 – Fourth, remove dates on the WordPress URL title to boost search traffic 04:19 – Fifth, focus on link building to posts that are ranking 5 to 25 04:39 – Build 10 links to your post to signal Google 05:00 – Sixth, “Google ranks site based on how thorough and in-depth they think the web page is” 05:10 – MarketMuse has a software for all the key phrases you’re trying to look for 05:36 – Seventh: Tier 2 link building 05:43 – Black hat tools explained 07:07 – “Doing the black hat stuff in a white hat way—that’s going to help you” 07:20 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Buying a website that has aged and ranked high is a cheaper way to increase organic traffic and sales. Make your post relevant to signal Google and increase search traffic. Do black hat SEO in a white hat way—it’s proven to work better. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Networking Strategies To Connect With World-class People #2047
In episode #2047, Neil and Eric discuss 7 networking strategies to connect with world-class people. We all have different ways of connecting with people. Based on whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert you’ll have a certain preference for which type of social situations allow you to feel most comfortable in. Tune in to hear Neil and Eric’s tried and true methods for connecting with world-class people and building deeper relationships. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Networking Strategies To Connect With World-class People. [00:30] Why hosting dinners are a great way to connect with people. [01:15] Connect with people online and build deeper relationships by addressing their online problems. [01:32] Follow up after meeting someone and deepen that relationship. [02:04] Provide thoughtful and well-crafted responses to high-profile tweets. [02:23] How to use DMs on different platforms to connect with people. [03:14] How to use interviews to connect with other people and expand your network. [03:31] Use a CRM tool to remind you to connect with people. [04:48] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [04:52] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Decks Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 New Marketing Tools that will help you Dominate in 2019 | Ep. #949
In episode #949, we discuss 7 marketing tools that will help you crush your competitors. Tune in to hear which 7 tools (and extra bonus tool) will allow you to dominate 2019. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 New Marketing Tools that will help you Dominate in 2019 [00:35] 1: UberSuggest. [00:42] The app now has a traffic analyzer. [01:15] 2: Meet Edgar. [01:30] This tool helps you schedule and share content. [01:40] 3: Exit Intel. [01:45] This tool is similar to Bounce Exchange, but it’s free. [02:30] 4: Lead Quizzes. [02:38] Drive people through the quiz flow and you can collect additional lead info. [02:50] 5: Hole.io or Segment. [02:55] These two tools are CDP’s. [03:37] 6: Clickflow. [03:45] Clickflow helps you A/B test your content. [03:55] 7: Outgrow. [04:10] This tool allows you to make calculators, which helps drive leads. [04:31] Bonus: Datanyze. [04:48] This tool is a web scraper and helps you determine what types of tech a given site is using. [05:27] That’s it for today! [05:34] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 New Ways to Grow Your SEO Traffic | Ep. #1465
In episode #1465, we discuss seven new ways to grow your SEO traffic. Creating new formats of content, setting up an FAQ schema, and building your own widget will all boost your traffic in significant ways. Tune in to hear how having a product can help you get more linkable assets! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven New Ways to Grow Your SEO Traffic. [00:34] Think about how you can do on-SERP SEO and what exactly it means. [01:25] Create new formats of content like video and podcasts — Google ranks it too! [02:13] Set up Matthew Woodward’s FAQ schema to improve your clickthrough rate. [02:27] Buy websites not for their backlinks but for their brand and existing SEO traffic. [03:01] Consider building your own widget or software as an evergreen SEO tactic. [03:52] Look at popular tools in your space and add them to your website. [04:17] If you have your own product, you can make data-loaded posts few others can. [05:01] That’s it for today! [05:04] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Matthew Woodward Clickflow CodeCanyon Ubersuggest Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 New and Emerging Growth Channels That Aren’t Saturated Yet | Ep. #1357
In episode #1357, we give you seven new and emerging growth channels that aren’t saturated yet! We talk about tools, social platforms, podcasting and more. There is so much out there that you can utilize for your company’s growth, so listen in to hear how you can get your numbers way up! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 New and Emerging Growth Channels That Aren’t Saturated Yet. [00:36] Leveraging the power of tools; acquiring new customers affordably. [01:05] The power of LinkedIn and its organic reach! [01:47] Using landing page content for stories on social media platforms. [02:34] Podcasting versus blogging; it is still a great time to start. [03:44] Expanding your geographic reach; new regions means more money. [04:18] Customer data platforms and creating a marketing machine from what you have. [05:06] Using live platforms for selling as well as education. [05:54] That’s it for today! [05:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: HubSpot Grader Ubersuggest John Lee Dumas Pat Flynn Ahrefs Upwork Hull Lytics Tai Lopez Grant Cardone Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Nifty Marketing Tactics to Deploy Now | Ep. #1290
In episode #1290, we share seven nifty marketing tactics to deploy right now! From social media posting to tools on your website, push notifications and messaging, we give you a whole bunch of ways to get more traffic, more reach and more sales today. Tune in get the low down! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Nifty Marketing Tactics to Deploy Now. [00:31] Making use of Instagram Carousels and Guest Carousels. [01:20] Driving traffic and backlinks on your website through tools for your industry. [01:58] Transferring content from Instagram to LinkedIn to increase reach. [02:46] Unique ways to use push notifications for more traffic. [03:34] Finding content to advertise on with tools like TubeSift. [04:02] The efficacy of charts and data in posts; increased backlinks and reach. [04:45] The secret power of text messages for connecting and closing. [05:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Chris Do Brian Dean CodeCanyon Ubersuggest TubeSift Backlinko Twilio Zapier Front Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Nifty Things You Can Do to Market Your Book | Ep. #1585
7 Nifty Things You Can Do to Market Your Book In episode #1585, we share seven nifty things you can do to effectively market your book. A great way to gain exposure is by being a guest on other people’s podcasts and doing email swaps with people in your industry. In this way, you get introduced to their audience and vice versa. Tune in to hear how Kickstarter can help you promote your book! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Nifty Things You Can Do to Market Your Book [00:30] Neil and Eric both have books on the market. [01:09] Think about running Facebook ads and directing people to a contest. [01:37] When you are doing a giveaway, you get lower quality emails coming in. [01:55] Gain exposure by pitching yourself and talking on podcasts. [02:40] Look for a gap where the attention is miss-priced. [03:43] Consider doing email list swaps and cross-promotions with other people. [04:48] Figure out where your community is hanging out and go there. [05:28] Apply and speak at conferences to generate more sales. [06:02] Many people are promoting their books on Kickstarter. [07:02] That’s it for today! [07:03] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Hustle Leveling Up KingSumo Marketing School Pro Discord Slack Reddit Kickstarter John Lee Dumas Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Overrated Marketing Channels #1736
7 Overrated Marketing Channels In episode #1736, we give you the seven most overrated marketing channels in our opinion. Expect to hear some of the downsides of auction-based platforms, drop-in audio, push notifications, and most importantly, having a poor understanding of your audience. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Overrated Marketing Channels. [00:35] Why using Clubhouse to grow your audience is unsustainable. [01:01] The reach of Instagram is continuing to drop. [01:35] Organic reach on Facebook is even lower, go figure! [02:05] Messenger bots on Facebook will not last. [02:36] Advertising at scale on Reddit will get harder. [03:02] Push notifications are great for traffic but terrible for conversions. [03:25] Advertising on any channel will not work unless you understand your audience. [04:07] That is it for today! [04:10] Text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Places to Invest as a Digital Marketer | Ep. #1335
In episode #1335, we share seven places that you should invest in as a digital marketer. Investing in people, branding, and education is almost always guaranteed to deliver an ROI. Tune in to hear why email and webinars are not dead but still worth the investment! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Places to Invest As a Digital Marketer. [01:07] Invest in people and consider how you can delegate tasks to scale your business. [01:55] Prioritize branding, whether a personal or corporate brand. [02:35] Go omnichannel so that all your eggs are not in one basket. [03:19] Start investing in education through conferences and meetings with likeminded people. [03:55] Don’t be afraid of putting money towards ads if you have a working funnel. [04:18] Choose a reputable email provider that allows you to regularly scrub your list. [05:09] Why it is still worth doing webinars and teaching people. [06:13] That’s it for today![06:14] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Kylie Jenner Kylie Cosmetics ConvertKit SparkPost Mailchimp Livestorm EverWebinar Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Podcasting Hacks for 2021 #1767
In episode #1767, we give you our top seven podcasting hacks for 2021. Podcasting is blowing up right now and there is still so much room to grow. Using these seven hacks, you can make sure the efforts you are spending creating a great show get the reach they deserve. Join us today and learn about how to increase your audience using email blasts, competitions, advertising, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Podcasting Hacks for 2021. [00:38] Take a look at your analytics using Chartable. [01:22] Climb the charts and get more downloads using email blasts. [01:52] Do whatever you can to get more reviews. [02:33] Find ways of getting more downloads such as competitions. [03:05] Advertise your show on other influential podcasts. [03:50] Join a podcasting network. [04:21] Get onto a podcasting subscription platform. [05:11] Go to marketingschool.io/live to hang out with Neil and Eric in September. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Chartable The Jordan Harbinger Show Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Powerful Marketing Tools You May Not Have Heard Of | Ep. #757
In episode #757, Eric and Neil discuss 7 powerful marketing tools. Tune in to hear about some lesser-known marketing tools. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Powerful Marketing Tools You May Not Have Heard Of [00:35] 1: Supermetrics is top of mind for Eric, because they are putting together reports for an all-hands meeting and it helps to make powerful reports. [01:11] 2: Clickflow is Eric’s tool, but Neil likes it because it allows you to do A/B testing. [01:58] 3: Bonjouro allows you to customize and personalize videos to your customers. [02:30] 4: Profit Well helps you find the lifetime value of your customer. [03:33] 5: LTV Plus has agents that can man your chatbots. [04:23] 6: AimTell creates push notifications that helps bring traffic to your website. [05:00] It also helps send notifications to those who did not purchase anything. [05:22] 7: Answer Force provides an agent to man your phone lines. [05:54] This is helpful if you are in a service business. [06:06] That’s all for today! [06:11] If you could take two minutes out of your day, we are trying to improve the listening experience for you, so go to Singlegrain.com/survey and help us gain some insight into what matters to our listeners. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Practical Content Marketing Tips | Ep. #1197
In episode #1197, we share our top seven content marketing tips. One of the most effective and economical ways of keeping your content current is to update old material regularly rather than creating new content all the time. Tune in to hear what you need to do to boost your content in 2020! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Practical Content Marketing Tips. [00:36] Avoid reusing the same information and relying only on the Skyscraper Technique. [01:29] Be sure to sprout your content and make the most of the omnichannel strategy. [02:12] How to leverage the land and expand strategy to optimize existing content. [03:10] Testing the performance of titles and meta descriptions and tweaking when necessary. [03:46] Translating and transcribing your content to increase your traffic. [04:42] Don’t forget about emails – it’s the one channel you can control! [05:18] Spend a lot of time revising old content rather than creating new material. [06:44] That’s it for today! [06:46] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Marketing School BuzzSumo Ubersuggest ClickFlow Google Search Console Upwork Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Practical Ways To Make Customers Fall In Love With Your Business #2115
In episode #2115, Neil and Eric share seven practical ways to make customers fall in love with your business. Going above and beyond for your customers will always make a good impression. Make your business remarkable by surprising your customers, integrating their feedback, and leveraging your partners. For more practical tips, insights, and advice, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Practical Ways To Make Customers Fall In Love With Your Business. [00:25] Why you should over-deliver on your customer’s expectations. [01:09] How to give your customers something of value before you ask for their money. [01:26] Examples of how to make yourself remarkable through special services. [01:58] Be sure to listen to customer feedback from a neutral standpoint. [02:28] How to adjust your product based on reviews and feedback. [02:58] Finding ways to surprise your customers. [03:45] Why yesterday’s remarkable is today’s normal and how to leverage your partners. [04:34] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:44] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Practical Ways to Make Use of Data to Grow Faster | Ep. #1210
In episode #1210, we share seven practical ways to use data to grow faster. It is all about finding the right tools to help you optimize and automate your operations so that you can get the maximum benefit from your marketing efforts. Tune in to hear why you should use a data scientist and keep a record of everything you do for marketing. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Practical Ways to Use Data to Grow Faster. [00:30] Why data is important – think machine learning and artificial intelligence. [00:49] Google’s built-in AI that can help you optimize your ads. [01:10] The tools you can use to make the most of your Facebook ads. [01:29] How using the search bar inside Google Analytics can assist you. [02:01] The helpful reports Google Data Studio provides for executives and agencies. [02:23] Finding automated solutions for SEO such as BrightEdge, ClickFlow, and Distilled. [03:08] Why you want to work with a data scientist and what you can expect to pay. [03:54] Putting everything you’ve done in marketing on an Excel spreadsheet. [05:20] Why you want to make use of APIs. [06:16] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Google Facebook Pattern89 Google Analytics Google Data Studio Supermetrics BrightEdge ClickFlow Distilled RankScience Upwork Toptal BuiltWith SEMrush Ahrefs Zapier Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Productivity Hacks For Marketers | Ep. #699
In episode #699, Eric and Neil count out productivity hacks. Tune in to hear the seven things you should be doing to enhance your success. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Productivity Hacks For Marketers [00:32] #1: Build checklists. [00:45] Eric’s team has a blogging checklist for all the writers they employ. [01:05] Checklists help you standardize processes. [01:12] #2: Use “If, then, this, that”. [01:20] When you publish, push to social media outlets, push to email, etc. [01:45] It will save you time not to do these things manually. [01:48] #3: Use dashboards. Try Domo or Scythe. [02:02] It’s a great way to track analytics. [02:11] #4: Stick with one marketing tactic at a time. [02:25] Don’t spread yourself thin and become adept at whatever you do. [03:00] #5: Use BuzzSumo alerts. [03:12] This will keep you up to date on how you are doing versus your competitors. [03:26] #6: Use Un-enroll Me. [03:36] It will help you unsubscribe from unwanted junk mail and clear your inbox. [03:50] #7: Use Supermetrics. [04:00] The reports are the most in-depth reports you can get. A great resource when presenting to investors. [04:25] That’s all for today! [04:28] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Productivity Hacks We Use to Get More Out of the Day | Ep. #1181
In episode #1181, we share seven productivity hacks to help you make the most of your day! From sleep tools, to better to-do lists and useful literature to peruse, we cover a ton of stuff that will definitely help you! Tune in to learn how to optimize your workflow and minimize time wastage! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Productivity Hacks to Get More Out of the Day. [00:33] The foundational importance of sleep; tools to help you get it right. [01:58] Planning the day ahead, the night before. [02:45] Getting the most important task done during the morning! [03:18] Clearing out that email inbox every day! [03:41] Using the Getting Things Done framework. [04:15] Avoiding time wasting rereading and responding to emails. [04:54] The utility of Sanebox and scheduling reminders as emails. [05:23] Bonus tip! How the iPad Pro has improved productivity for both of us! [06:36] That is it for today! [06:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Why We Sleep TedTalk Matthew Walker Oura Ring Chili Pad Getting Things Done David Allen Sanebox ►Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Productivity Hacks that Will Make You a More Efficient Marketer | Ep. #534
In episode #534, Eric and Neil count out 7 productivity hacks that will help you run your business more efficiently. Tune in to hear these great time-and-energy-saving hacks. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Productivity Hacks that Will Make You a More Efficient Marketer [00:34] Hack 1: Use Rescue Time, it’s a tool that analyzes how much time you spend on social media sites. This will give you something to compare with your analytics and give you an idea of where to spend more of your time. [01:23] You have to optimize your time and spend it on the sites that are getting you the highest ROI. [01:49] Hack 2: For mobile, Moment is an app that shows you how much time you’re spending on the phone and different apps. [02:28] Hack 3: Use Trello. It has boards that help you track all of your projects and their various phases. [03:32] Hack 4: TubeBuddy helps with posting videos to YouTube (tagging, etc.) [04:10] Hack 5: Use Google Analytics to help track your best performing pages and see which SEO is working and which needs improvement. [05:47] Click Flow is another great tool for tracking SEO. [05:58] Hack 6: Zapier helps organize your workflow and saves you time. [06:57] Hack 7: Buffer or Hootsuite social media schedulers can be used to schedule posts 10-20 times per day. Doing this will boost your Twitter traffic. [07:58] Meet Edgar is another social media scheduler that will help you plan ahead and score more Twitter traffic. Always re-post your blog entries! [08:50] That’s it for today! [08:52] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special edition of Crazy Egg, the heat mapping tool. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Proven Marketing Hacks That Work Really Well | Ep. #1083
Episode #1083 is another special, extra-long installment of Marketing School. Eric discusses proven marketing hacks that work really well. Tune in to hear this free segment from the Marketing School Live event in LA. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:54] Today’s Topic: 7 Proven Marketing Hacks That Work Really Well [02:00] People get on the paid ads hamster wheel too often. [02:15] People also get stuck paying people for bad content. [02:55] Content MVP’s. [03:45] Top-performing content is often around 2000 words. [04:28] People forget about links. [06:07] Problogger is a great place to hire good writers. [07:30] HubSpot hires people just to update content. [09:33] Zero-click searches. [10:16] Eric and Neil do content sprouting. [10:30] Spin content out into different formats. [13:15] Improving metadata is important. [16:20] If you are a penny-pincher, you can use 1KProjects to find abandoned projects in which to invest. [18:32] Customer data platforms. [18:45] These are fairly new. [19:06] The hot thing right now is personalization and Hole.io allows you to do this. [22:41] Doing the right things at the right time is important in terms of sales. [25:15] Chatbots. [27:22] Intercom helps combine chat and email to make your marketing stronger. [28:20] AI for ads. [28:28] Pattern89 is AI for digital ads. [30:00] As long as you make time to do all of these things, you will succeed. [30:15] Consistency is key. [31:17] That’s it for today! [31:33] We are going to take applications for live intensive sessions. Just go to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. ►Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Questions You Ought to Ask Your Audience | Ep. #729
In episode #729, Eric and Neil discuss 7 questions you ought to ask your audience. Tune in to hear what types of questions you should be asking. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Questions You Ought to Ask Your Audience [00:50] #1: Tell us all of the topics you are interested in regarding Marketing. [01:30] If you are covering food topics, ask your audience what their diet is based on. [01:45] You want to see who your audience is and how they skew (vegan, meat eaters, etc.). [02:07] #2: What else would you like to see on this page? [02:20] This will help you to understand what your page is lacking from the customer’s POV. [02:36] Under 30 responses is not enough data to make an effective change. [03:10] #3: What are you goals in the next year? [03:18] Use Surveymonkey for long form answers of this nature. Make a word cloud out of your responses. [03:58] #4: What did you think about X? (The product or service they purchased). [04:20] This will help you determine if things are working or if you need to improve. [04:51] #5: Why didn’t you buy? [05:00] There will be a huge contingent of people who didn’t purchase your product or service. This is an opportunity to find out why. [05:47] #6: Ask a question that determines the “pay point” of your audience. [07:14] By asking questions related to a problem, it will help you collect more leads and actionable information. [07:45] #7: Use a tool like TypeForm and send them down a question funnel. [08:07] That’s all for today! [08:10] If you could take two minutes out of your day, we are trying to improve the listening experience for you, so go to Singlegrain.com/survey and help us gain some insight into what matters to our listeners. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Questions to Ask Potential Marketing Clients | Ep. #90
In Episode #90 Neil and Eric list the 7 questions you need to ask potential marketing clients. Pay close attention as these are the exact questions Neil and Eric use to develop successful marketing relationships that always deliver on project goals. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 Questions to Ask Potential Marketing Clients 00:52 – #1 Ask if other people are involved in decision making 01:30 – #2 Ask what the overall goals and objectives are 02:36 – #3 Ask how good their marketing strategy is 03:43 – #4 Ask how much their budget is 05:47 – #5 Ask who their competitors are 06:00 – Use Moz to show clients how they are doing against their competitors 06:41 – #6 Ask what marketing tactics worked for them and which ones did not 06:59 – Tactics that work for your competition doesn’t mean they automatically applies to your business 07:49 – The key to a successful agency is happy clients 08:27 – #7 Continue the sales process – schedule the next meeting 09:03 – Use Mixmax to send you reminders 09:18 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Make sure the ultimate decision maker knows your proposal for the project. Know where the company is in terms of marketing. Knowing who the competitors are will help in assessing where the business stands. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Growth Hacker | Ep. #227
In Episode #227, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 questions to ask when hiring a growth hacker. Tune in to find out what you should ask your prospective growth hacker and how these questions will reveal their work ethic, problem solving and analytical skills, and overall potential. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Growth Hacker 00:35 – First, tell me your most impressive win in your career 00:40 – It will help frame the conversation 00:55 – This is one of Elon Musk’s favorite question 01:20 – Second is asking for their favorite brand and creating a scenario 01:56 – Growth hacking is all about experimentation and there’ll be tough times 02:30 – Third is having them look at your website and ask them suggestions for improvement 02:42 – Spark Hire is video interviewing tool that you can use and give the interviewer a time limit on a task 03:20 – Growth hacking is about creativity 03:36 – Neil shares a sample question connected with their favorite brand 04:15 – Ask situational questions 04:29 – Give them a pen and paper and see someone who actually does more thinking 05:15 – “It’s all about trying to figure out how people think” 05:25 – In marketing, you want someone who is good in numbers and logical, too 05:30 – Show them a funnel and ask them about it 06:23 – You want to make sure they come up with logical responses that is data-driven 06:41 – Tell me about the last book you read 06:51 – You want the people who are constantly making themselves better 07:12 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Knowing their most impressive win, even in college, says a lot about them. Growth hacking is about experimentation and creativity – find someone who can make their way out of the most difficult situation. You want someone who is constantly improving themselves. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Investing in Content Marketing | Ep. #294
In Episode #294, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 question to ask yourself before investing in content marketing. Tune in to learn why these questions are necessary for you to answer in deciding whether or not content marketing is right for you. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Investing in Content Marketing 00:36 – Question 1: what are your goals? Are you trying to get more traffic or are you trying to get more leads? What is informed branding? What are you trying to do, specifically, that will shape your campaign? 00:46 – If you don’t have goals, you can’t manage what you’re doing 01:01 – The action that you take will depend on your goal 01:16 – Second is, how long are you going to make an investment? 01:22 – “If you’re not willing to make the investment for a year without seeing an ROI, content marketing isn’t for you” 01:17 – Content marketing is a long-term play 01:39 – Third is, who is your target audience? 01:51 – Figure out your target audience first then figure out the personas you’re trying to create 02:07 – Fourth is, can you produce 3 pieces of blog content a week? 02:12 – If you can’t, then it is not right for you 02:24 – Producing 3 articles a week should be done in over a year 02:27 – You can hire people from Problogger if you have the budget 02:39 – Fifth is, what do you want to share and why you do want to share? 02:56 – When producing content, think about why sharing it will help you accomplish your objectives? 03:29 – People tend to produce content just for the sake of it which is a BIG mistake 03:44 – Sixth is, is one of your competitors already doing content marketing and is successful at it? Is there someone you want to model after? 03:52 – Typically, what works for your competition will work for you, too 04:00 – If there are people in your space who are doing content marketing, use BuzzSumo and Ahrefs to figure out what drives them traffic and copy them 04:13 – Last is, what can you do differently? 04:20 – Podcasts are getting popular and most marketing people are still doing blog posts 04:51 – Search for Blue Ocean Strategy and apply the concepts for doing content marketing 05:14 – Marketing School is giving away a free subscription to FunnelDash which helps you track the lifetime ROI of your Facebook campaigns 05:27 – Subscribe, rate and review Marketing School 05:31 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 05:53 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Establish clear and concise goals—this will guide your actions. Producing valuable content thrice a week is essential for the success of content marketing. Look around your space and see how people are doing it—if it works for them, it might work for you, too. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Questions to Make Sure Your Next Marketing Hire is a Slam Dunk | Ep. #963
In episode #963, we count out the 7 questions you need to ask a potential marketing hire. See which questions we think will guarantee that your next hire is a slam dunk. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Questions to Make Sure Your Next Marketing Hire is a Slam Dunk [00:36] 1: How do you get better at marketing? [00:41] What are you reading to enhance your skills and understanding of the field? [00:52] Marketing is ever-evolving, so you have to read blogs to stay up-to-date. [01:20] 2: What would you change? [01:30] If they can’t tell you how they would improve your business, how will they be as a hire? [02:07] 3: Have them do a paid trial. [02:55] 4: What do you do when an experiment fails? [03:06] A great way to understand their thought process. [03:30] 5: If you had $10 Million, in what would you invest? [03:50] A great way to gain insight into the potential hire. [04:05] Also a way to gauge how humble or arrogant they are. [04:11] 6: What do you think our competitors are doing that we are not, but should be? [04:56] 7: What is your most impressive marketing accomplishment? [05:00] This will give insight into how they think and what their skills are. [05:37] That’s all for today! [06:06] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Quick Hacks to Boost Your Click-Through-Rate | Ep. #864
In episode #864, we discuss 7 hacks to boost your click-through rate. Tune in to hear these quick and easy hacks. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Quick Hacks to Boost Your Click-Through-Rate [00:32] 1: Write a better title. [00:55] Try to bring people to the point of sale. [01:05] 2: Leverage curiosity. [01:20] Try to have a juicy hook. [01:52] 3: Improve your meta description. [02:30] 4: Use adjectives. [02:40] Using words like “effortless” really draw people in. Using descriptors in your titles helps to get people interested in your article. [03:25] 5: Make sure you use a good thumbnail in YouTube. [04:00] Your thumbnail even matters on Facebook. [04:15] 6: Use rich snippets. [04:30] There is usually a plugin in WordPress to help with something like this. [04:38] 7: Use a tool like Clickflow or Google Search Console to optimize your click-through rates. [05:15] That’s it for today! [05:18] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Quick SEO Tips For 2021 #1629
7 Quick SEO Tips For 2021 In episode #1629, we find out the seven top SEO tips for this year. Neil and Eric talk about hosting your site on a CDN, how buying websites can give you the boost you need, and why you should be embedding your non-written content into your blog. For all this and a whole lot more, be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Quick SEO Tips For 2021. [00:37] Number one: Host your site from a content delivery network. [00:48] Number two: If you have the resources, go and buy websites. [01:18] Number three: Update your content faster than you create new stuff. [01:55] Number four: Embed audio and video content on your blog to increase dwell time. [02:15] Number five: See where your content lands in the first two to three months and only build links afterwards. [02:43] Number six: Study the Google Analytics data of already well-performing content. [03:01] Number seven: Look at pages that rank well and add them to page one of your blog. [03:32] That’s it for today! [03:32] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: CDN by MaxCDN Cloudflare Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Quick SEO Wins for Huge Websites | Ep. #88
In Episode #88 Neil and Eric talk about the 7 quick SEO wins for huge websites. Listen to find useful tips and tools you can use, and to gain better understanding of the importance of linking correctly and having customer reviews and feedback on your site. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 Quick SEO Wins for Huge Websites 00:40 – #1 Always put related links 01:46 – #2 Pruning websites 01:58 – Smart Passive Income Podcast Episode 200 02:20 – Check Google Analytics for any post that aren’t getting any traffic 02:39 – Take the posts you want to delete to the new url 02:58 – #3 Have user generated content like reviews 03:55 – #4 Go to Google Search Console and add your website 04:00 – It will sort web pages that get the most impressions 05:13 – #5 Make sure you transcribe your video content – use Rev 05:51 – #6 Take your big site on a fast server 07:02 – #7 Translate your website 07:15 – Make sure the domains are in the specific countries 08:08 – Neil has his posts manually translated 08:25 – Build international links and give it time 08:51 – CRO and SEO start to cross pollinate for these websites 09:18 – Check ConversionXL, Conversion Rate Experts and Unbounce 09:31 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: SEO is mostly about linking to the right pages. Customer reviews are not only good for your business, but on your website too. Remember to transcribe your audio and video files – Google can’t crawl them as is. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Reasons Accountability to Cultural Values Matter #1982
In episode #1982, Neil and Eric talk about 7 reasons why accountability to cultural values matters. Your cultural values can cover a range of behaviors, but it’s often most effective when you keep them simple, clear, and actionable. Tune in today to learn about the lasting impact of keeping your team accountable to your cultural values! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Reasons Accountability to Cultural Values Matters. [00:25] What we mean by cultural values. [00:58] If people are operating based on different values, they’ll be going in opposite directions. [01:21] When some people aren’t held accountable it sets a negative precedent for the rest of the team. [01:47] It’s much easier to hire and fire people when you’re clear on the criteria for holding people accountable. [02:25] By hiring people who hold themselves accountable, you’ll attract more like-minded people. [03:09] Creating short and simple values make them easy to remember and follow. [03:37] If everyone knows the core values, they’ll do what’s best for the business in the long run. [04:12] Make sure your core values are actionable. [05:28] That’s it for today! [05:28] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event in Austin, Texas! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Reasons Why Your SEO Is Weak | Ep. #1048
In episode #1048, we discuss 7 reasons why your SEO is weak. Tune in to hear the 7 reasons. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles. Check out the details on this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Reasons Why Your SEO Is Weak [00:35] 1: You are not paying attention to your link velocity, [01:12] 2: Branding. [01:32] 3: Your site is too slow. [02:17] 4: Writing content once won’t help your rankings. [02:52] 5: You might have over-monetized your site. [03:30] 6: User experience. [04:22] 7: You might have too many technical issues on your site. [05:05] That’s all for today! [05:12] We are almost at capacity for our live event, so register while you still can: Check out Single Grain for more info. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Risks of Going Out On Your Own #1916
In episode #1916, Neil and Eric talk about the 7 risks of going out on your own. Going all-in on your business is an exciting venture, but it comes with some risks. You won’t have the stability of a regular paycheck, and unexpectedly long working hours can lead you to run the risk of burnout. Tune in to learn more about what to look out for and how to prepare yourself accordingly! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Risks of Going Out On Your Own. [00:52] Understanding that there won’t be a safety net to catch you. [01:31] You won’t have steady money, especially in the beginning. [01:53] Other people will judge your decisions and this will potentially cause self-doubt. [02:30] You won’t always have mentorship when you need it. [03:01] You may run out of money much faster than you anticipated. [03:20] Burnout is a huge risk and you need to be prepared for very long hours. [03:40] In the beginning you’ll be depending on yourself for everything. [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Check out our blueprint and how to build your dream business: https://www.marketingschool.io/training Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 SEO Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 | Ep. #889
In episode #889, we discuss 7 SEO hacks. Tune in to hear how you can crush it in 2019. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 SEO Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 [00:35] 1: Have a sidebar within your blog and link to your cornerstone content. [00:55] 2: Don’t forget about footer links. [01:05] 3: Take the terms for which you rank and use a keyword research tool. Find the long-tail phrases and put them into the page that is ranking. [01:50] 4: Amazon Polly will help you increase dwell time on your site. [02:15] 5: Build a brand. [02:30] Make sure people return to your site to build a strong brand. [02:58] 6: Our mutual friend has a WordPress Plug-in called YouTube Subscribe. Use this to embed other people’s videos, but have the subscribe button link to your channel. [04:30] 7: Don’t forget about YouTube SEO. [05:10] This will ensure that your video will rank. [05:20] That’s it for today! [05:23] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 SEO Opportunities We’re Excited About for 2020 | Ep. #1218
In episode #1218, we talk about 7 SEO opportunities that we are especially excited about for 2020. We cover content translation, snippets, updating old content, keywords and much more! Tune in to hear how you can get your ranking up in the new year! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 SEO Opportunities that We are Excited About for 2020. [00:32] Content translation and transcribing and exciting new possibilities for this! [01:20] Using and tracking snippets for optimization. [02:01] Making the most of old content over only creating new posts. [02:45] Fact schemas and ranking higher on search result pages. [03:17] Google algorithm updates and what it means for search results. [04:20] Assessing your keywords and the tools to do this. [05:07] New tools with built in SEO capabilities. [06:04] That’s pretty much it for this episode! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ClickFlow Matthew Woodward Quora MarketMuse Clearscope Ahrefs SEMrush Ubersuggest BrightEdge Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 SEO Tasks You Can Start Automating Today | Ep. #260
In Episode #260, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 SEO tasks you can start automating today. They drop tried and true tools that will help you automate SEO tasks—eliminating the risk for human error and streamlining your workflow processes. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 SEO Tasks You Can Start Automating Today 00:33 – First is to use Ahrefs for link alerts 00:47 – It shows the new links that have been acquired by your competitors 00:56 – The link alerts can be sent to you 01:15 – Eric shares an example of how to link build depending on your niche 01:36 – Buzzsumo is a tool that can be used for link building, too 01:43 – Second is to use IFTTT: If This Then That to automate social sharing 02:00 – You can also time it 02:15 – Zapier is quite similar to IFTTT 02:22 – You can hook your blog RSS feed to your Slack 02:47 – SEO is like Formula 1 racing where fine tuning is essential 03:03 – One of the best WordPress plugs is in Yoast 03:17 – If you have WordPress multi-channel, Yoast automatically generates the site maps for each domain 03:42 – You can also use Zapier to hook in your RSS feed to your spreadsheet 04:07 – Your content writers can internally link to the links that you have 04:45 – Sixth is to sign-up for an SEO product like MOZ and OnPage 05:01 – It will automatically notify you when something is off with your SEO 05:28 – Track your keywords using Authority Labs 06:18 – Go to Google Analytics and set up alerts there 06:39 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Automating SEO tasks eliminates room for human error. SEO requires fine tuning and consistent tweaks. Tracking your keywords will help you improve your ranking. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 SaaS Trends for 2020 | Ep. #1298
In episode #1298, we share seven trends in the software as a service space! From free tools and customer experience improvement to thought leadership and the move towards platforms, following these trends can help you and your SaaS business today! Tune in to hear the most important things you should be keeping up with. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 SaaS Trends for 2020. [00:35] Product-led growth, free tools and indoctrinating users into your ecosystem. [01:07] Allowing a computer to do the work for you with the rise of AI and ML. [01:47] Improving customer experience and going above and beyond for retention. [02:45] The move towards platforms with multiple features and tools. [03:35] Branding and becoming a thought leader in your space. [04:41] Ways to make up for advertising costs! [05:40] Using an API for partnerships and more. [06:21] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: HubSpot Ubersuggest ClickFlow CrazyEgg FEInternational ClickFunnels Zapier OmniShare Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Secrets to Selling a High-Ticket Course with Paid Advertising | Ep. #1305
In episode #1305, we share the secrets to selling high-ticket courses with paid advertising. Live webinars often lead to successful conversion and you can even leverage your recorded webinars to gain traction from your audience. Tune in to hear all the ways you can follow up with prospective customers after a webinar! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Secrets to Selling a High-Ticket Course with Paid Advertising. [00:41] Why you want to choose live webinars rather than evergreen ones. [01:07] Up the traction to your recorded webinar by making it appear live. [01:31] Different ways you can follow up with prospective customers after a webinar. [02:37] Offering a free trial when all the other hooks have failed to work on a customer. [03:36] Drive your audience to a video which they can access immediately. [04:24] Why you might strongly consider dropping the price of your info product. [05:43] Learn how to scale a campaign from Alex Becker or others in your field. [06:36] Why having as many products as possible is key to making it with info products. [07:58] That’s it for today! [08:01] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: John Maxwell Consulting.com Udemy Alex Becker’s Channel Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Copy Hacks That’ll Allow You to Sell Anything | Ep. #602
In episode #602, Eric and Neil count out 7 hacks that will help you increase your revenue. Tune in to hear these great hacks! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Simple Copy Hacks That’ll Allow You to Sell Anything [00:35] #1: Take a look at what everyone in your space is doing. [01:03] Focus your copy on a niche instead of directly competing with others content. [01:33] By tailoring to a specific audience, your conversions will go up. [01:54] #2: Check out Backlinko. [02:01] All the posts are easy to read. Model yoru content after this. [02:40] #3: Integrate testimonials and case studies that prove your point. [03:10] Make sure you include more than one testimonial. [03:20] Make it more of a story. [03:33] #4: Emaildrips will help you draw inspiration on what to do next. [03:59] #5: Do the opposite pitch of what is on your landing page. [04:30] Most of your visitors won’t convert, but re-market to your core audience. Send them to a different landing page and try a more emotional pitch. [05:10] #6: Generate a sense of urgency (Swiped is a great resource for this). [06:15] #7: Make sure you have a relevant call to action. [06:45] Relate your calls to action to everything you see on your homepage. [07:04] That’s all for today! [07:06] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Facebook Ad Hacks For The Rest of 2020 | Ep. #1525
In episode #1425, we share seven simple Facebook ad hacks that will still work well for the rest of 2020. One of the best sources of inspiration are platforms like Facebook Ad Library or Adbeat, and keep ads interesting by rotating them frequently. Tune in to hear how you can make your cold traffic warm! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Simple Facebook Ad Hack for the Rest of 2020. [00:33] Implement the set-it-and-forget-it-retargeting strategy. [01:12] Why you should go for the reach objective rather than the conversion objective. [01:34] Remember to do audience swops – it’s an easy way of expanding your audience. [02:02] Hear an example of how the boomerang ad can be utilized. [02:43] Make the cold ad traffic warm by sending them to educational content first. [03:14] Draw inspiration from other sources like the Facebook Ad Library and Adbeat. [03:38] Get into the habit of creating files with content where you can get ideas from. [04:11] When people leave before buying, show them to a marketing video about the offer. [04:45] Rotate your ads to keep them fresh, even an older one that converted well in the past. [05:44] That’s it for today! [05:46] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Click Funnels Russell Brunson Adbeat swiped.co Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Hacks That’ll Increase Your Mobile Conversion Rate | Ep. #1314
In episode #1314, we share seven simple hacks that can increase your mobile conversion rates! From pages and apps to avoid, to boosting user experience and compatibility, we cover it all. Tune to hear how you can get your mobile site making you more money, today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Simple Hacks that Will Increase Your Mobile Conversion Rate. [00:32] Speed up your mobile website! User experience is important! [00:46] Why to avoid using AMP pages on your mobile site. [01:11] Using OptInMonster’s TrustPulse to gauge whether people are buying. [01:25] Including an attractive offer in a bottom bar for mobile. [01:51] Creating a seamless experience from start to finish for your customers. [02:29] Aligning mobile and desktop experiences for high conversions. [03:09] Bonus hack! Tools for personalization for better user experience. [03:41] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: AMP OptInMonster Bounce Exchange Proof Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Hacks to Generate More Upsells | Ep. #725
In episode #725, Eric and Neil discuss how you can generate more upsells. Tune in to hear 7 great hacks! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Simple Hacks to Generate More Upsells [00:33] #1: If someone is buying from you, add an upsell immediately after their purchase (on a thank you page). [00:52] #2: Upsells won’t work unless you’re offering speed and automation. [01:27] #3: Make sure you have urgency built into your upsell. [01:44] #4: Check out bumps. [01:54] When checking out on ClickFunnels, they always have an offer on the check-out page, where you can tick a box and buy something cool for a good rate. [02:22] #5: Downsell. [02:34] #6: Use Google Correlate. [02:45] This will help you to see what people are buying/searching for right after they buy your product. [03:20] #7: Make sure your upsell is relevant. [03:35] If you sell an SEO course, then a design course, it might not make sense. [03:50] That’s it for today! [03:55] If you could take two minutes out of your day, we are trying to improve the listening experience for you, so go to Singlegrain.com/survey and help us gain some insight into what matters to our listeners. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Hacks to Get You The Most Engagement on Your Facebook Ads | Ep. #702
In episode #702, Eric and Neil discuss the seven ways to get more engagement on your Facebook ads. Tune in to hear some neat tips and tricks. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Simple Hacks to Get You The Most Engagement on Your Facebook Ads [00:40] 1: Hit the “Boost Post” button in Facebook and drive it as a message. [00:55] This is a way to build up Messenger subscribers. [01:07] 2: When creating a Facebook ad, they give new ads premiere placement to judge its performance. [01:38] If you keep rotating your ads, you will get premiere placement and your cost per click will go down. [02:00] 3: Go for cost per engagement bidding. [02:05] Facebook is going to optimize for people who are apt to engage with your ad. [02:55] 4: Most visitors aren’t going to be buyers. So, you should set up a remarketing ad for those people. [03:33] 5: Ask for engagement in the ad itself. [03:48] You can coax people into commenting, liking, etc. [04:04] 6: Make sure you are using video ads. These drive the most conversions. [04:22] Don’t forget to use CC’s on your videos, so people can watch without sound. [04:50] 7: Run a contest. [05:10] If you over a giveaway or contest, it will help you get more engagement. [05:30] That’s all for today! [05:37] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Holiday Marketing Ideas To Boost Sales | Ep. #1575
In episode #1575, we share seven holiday marketing strategies to boost your sales for products and services. Whether you create a sense of urgency by having a countdown clock on your promotions, or you collaborate with others to cross-promote each others’ goods, there is a lot you can do to boost your sales this holiday season. Tune in to learn how a Bag of Crap can be the best thing you can offer! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Simple Holiday Marketing Ideas to Boost Sales [00:34] Create urgency by having countdown timers within your holiday sale emails. [01:00] Make use of a chat function to capture more people at the conversion point. [01:36] Have a charity option on your checkout page and see your conversion rate goes up! [02:38] Think about how you can bundle gift cards creatively. [03:03] Help yourself and another company by cross-promoting each others’ products/services. [03:53] Think about the different landing pages you can create to drive traffic. [04:26] Do a Bag of Crap – a super effective strategy to boost sales for products and services! [05:10] That’s it for today! [05:12] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Toms Woot Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple SEO Tactics for Increasing Your Web Traffic | Ep. #40
In Episode #40 Neil and Eric discuss the 7 simple SEO tactics for increasing your web traffic. Neil shares the reason for his long blog posts and why you should link them to your most popular page. Learn how to optimize your website’s exposure with these easy, non-technical steps. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:29 – 7 Simple SEO tactics to sky rocket your traffic 00:49 – Linking to your most popular pages 01:19 – Make sure to link on every blog post 01:29 – Featured snippets 01:53 – How to Rank Zero 02:01 – Make sure you have a H1 title and tag 02:19 – Google’s role 03:01 – Click through rates 03:18 – Optimizing title tags 03:48 – Think of title tags as human 04:14 – People love to Google, “What is SEO?” 04:27 – Second order page scraping 04:37 – Getting into Google search console 05:25 – Google likes to audition you 05:50 – Neil’s loooong blog posts 06:05 – More keywords you have, more long tail terms 06:38 – More detailed content, more sure traffic 07:02 – Transcribing videos 07:05 – Rev.com 07:15 – Search engines can’t crawl videos 07:29 – Google image search 07:57 – Naming your image files properly 08:30 – Optimize image file names and alt tags 08:44 – End of today’s episode 3 Key Points: Link all blog posts to the most popular page you have. Optimize titles, tags, and images. Transcribe videos for content. Resources Mentioned: How to Rank Zero – read on how to optimize your title and tag Google – the most used search engine Rev.com –for transcribing videos Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Tricks for Running More Profitable Ads | Ep. #1360
In episode #1360, we share seven simple tricks for running more profitable ads. Wherever you are placing your ads, you are going to want to check out these easy strategies for improving your clickthroughs and conversions. Tune in to hear about social media stories, retargeting, educational content and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Simple Tricks for Running More Profitable Ads. [00:32] Running engagement ads first! Increased clickthrough rates are exponential! [01:16] Using landing page content on social media stories. [01:55] The importance of retargeting on different platforms and focussing on reach. [02:35] Using different pitches and pages when retargeting an audience. [03:30] Refreshing ads quickly and batch production of your content. [04:12] Using educational content and product pitches within this. [05:10] Finding inspiration for your advertising from the best out there! [06:04] That is it for today! [06:07] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: OLAY Facebook Ad Library Swiped Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Ways to Do Due Diligence On A Website | Ep. #1036
In episode #1036, we discuss 7 ways to do your due diligence. Tune in to hear the 7 steps you should take to fully investigate a website’s potential. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles. Check out the details on this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Simple Ways to Do Due Diligence On A Website [00:40] This is just a way of saying you need to comb a site and check everything out. [01:00] 1: Use Ubersuggest. [01:15] Check out organic keywords. [01:50] 2: Similar Web. [02:14] They break down the regions from which you are getting traffic. [03:02] 3: Ask for reports. [03:30] There are tons of reports you can ask for. [03:45] 4: Ask what changes the site has tested. [04:04] This will help you determine growth potential. [04:20] 5: SpyFu and AdBeat. [04:30] These tools will help you determine ad spend. [05:07] 6:Talk to the customers. [05:23] It will help you determine the needs of customers. [06:00] 7: Ask the company what they want. [06:20] Once you determine their needs, this helps you get to the heart of the issues at hand. [06:51] If you are not 110% sure, don’t move forward. [07:21] That’s it for today! [07:25] We are almost at capacity for our live event, so register while you still can: Check out Single Grain for more info. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Ways to Promote Your Blog | Ep. #926
In episode #926, we discuss 7 simple ways to promote your blog. Tune in to hear the easiest steps you can take to promote yourself. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Simple Ways to Promote Your Blog [00:33] 1: Use advertising! [00:41] You have many options and it’s the most viable way to promote. [00:52] 2: Comment on other blogs in your field. [01:07] Leave thoughtful comments on related blogs and make sure you leave your name and web address. [01:30] 3: Guest posts and collabs. [01:40] No matter which format you use, this will help get your name out there. [01:56] 4: Repurpose your content on Quora. [02:07] You can get thousands of views per month. [02:38] 5: Email marketing. [02:48] Email lists are great ways to promote your business. [03:07] You can also buy email drops from other lists. [03:16] 6: Push notifications. [03:25] This is a good way to bump up the number of visitors to your site, [03:36] 7: Use different social tools. [03:50] Scheduling posts is key. The more you can automate the better. [04:02] That’s all for today! [04:10] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Continue listening to our podcast for further details. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Ways to Promote Your Podcast | Ep. #931
In episode #931, we discuss 7 ways to promote your podcast. Tune in to hear how you can gain listeners. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Simple Ways to Promote Your Podcast [00:33] 1: Use Libsyn: it allows you to publish to multiple platforms at one time. [01:02] 2: Have an exit pop-up on your website for mobile visitors. [01:30] Anyone who visited Neilpatel.com on their phone got a pop-up before leaving the site. [02:15] 3: Promote your podcast in your email signature. [02:28] 4: Promote your podcast across multiple platforms. [02:48] 5: Use email marketing; it works! [03:20] 6: Advertise on other podcasts. [03:35] We advertised on Overcast and it proved helpful. [04:00] 7: Cross promote with other businesses in your sphere. [04:31] That’s all for today! [04:38] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Check out our website and continue listening to our podcast for further details. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Simple Ways to Save Money on Your Marketing | Ep. #1397
In episode #1397, we talk about seven simple ways to save money on your marketing! Almost everyone is looking to cut costs at the moment and your marketing budget should be no different. Tune in to hear about you can save money through wage-reduction, outsourcing, free tools and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Simple Ways to Save Money on Your Marketing. [00:32] Cutting costs in other areas to boost your marketing budget. [01:19] Using Truebill to negotiate your own subscription rates. [01:45] Changing your payment methods to slightly cheaper ones can save a lot! [02:18] Outsourcing marketing, finding contractors and making a saving! [02:49] Finding free tools to replace your paid services. [03:32] Utilizing influencers at the current discount rates. [04:01] Reducing wages for staff and contractors if you are struggling. [04:43] That’s it for today! [04:26] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: GSVLabs Stripe Salesforce Truebill ClickFlow Content Decay Ubersuggest Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Small CRO Tweaks That Had BIG Impacts #1654
7 Small CRO Tweaks That Had BIG Impacts In episode #1654, Neil and Eric talk about seven conversion rate optimization changes that have had big impacts on their business. You will hear about the benefits of having a countdown timer, why you should personalize the page, and how to add order bumps if you can. For all this, and a whole lot more, be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Small CRO Tweaks That Had BIG Impacts. [00:30] Number 1: Insert a countdown timer somewhere on your page. [00:47] Number 2: Change the link from ‘upgrade’ to ‘7-day free trial.’ [01:03] Number 3: Add personalization to the page. [01:40] Number 4: Look at what Legion Athletics does with price per serving. [02:13] Number 5: Include an extra pop-up on the page to see magic happen. [02:24] Number 6: Make your checkout two steps instead of one. [02:45] Number 7: Figure out ways to add order bumps. [03:09] That’s it for today! [03:09] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Legion Athletics Russell Brunson Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Social Media Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 | Ep. #890
In episode #890, we discuss social media hacks. Tune in to hear which hacks will help you crush 2019. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Social Media Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 [00:33] 1: Have an omnichannel approach. [01:18] 2: Use the “Info & Ads” button on Facebook, this will help you see the ads a given person is running. [01:35] 3: Do live streams. [01:57] 4: Encourage comments and respond to them. [02:30] 5: Collaborate with others who have similar audiences. [03:45] 6: Remarket everyone who didn’t check out on various social sites. [04:05] 7: When running ads on YouTube, make sure you split your ads between different channels, so it won’t affect your watch time in the long term. [04:19] That’s it for today! [04:22] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Social Media Hacks That’ll Make You Stand Out From The Noise | Ep. #616
In episode #616, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 hacks you can use to stand out from the crowd. Tune in to hear what you should be doing to make an impression. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Social Media Hacks That’ll Make You Stand Out From The Noise [00:42] #1: Neil took the most popular influencers and had them take photos of themselves holding signs that said, “Who is Neil Patel?”. Over the years, he has closed deals because people remembered this campaign. [01:26] #2: Allbird has custom illustrations and videos on Instagram. That kind of thing will help you stand out. [02:06] #3: See what’s working for your competitors and is getting them the most shares. Then, create similar content or posts. [02:38] #4: Social Blade shows stats for YouTube. You can see channel’s growth rates and what helped them achieve that growth. This will help you figure out what tactics to copy. [03:23] #5: Increase engagement by boosting posts to people on your fan page. [04:11] #6: Build pods with like-minded people and power-like each other’s posts. [04:38] #7: Figure out what each social network is missing. Facebook is trying to work on video, LinkedIn has a lot of gaps, etc. If you give the social network what they are lacking, they will promote it. [05:34] That’s all for today! [05:36] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Social Media Opportunities We’re Excited About for 2020 | Ep. #1219
In episode #1219, we share the expected social media trends for 2020. From TikTok and advertising on live to connecting with people through ephemeral content, we give you everything you need to stay ahead of the game in the coming year. Tune in to hear why posting natively is most effective! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Social Media Opportunities We’re Excited About For 2020. [00:35] TikTok’s likely growth projection for the coming year. [01:07] Why you should sell through live and examples of people who use it this way. [01:39] Advertising and connecting with people through ephemeral content like stories. [02:21] The benefits of re-using content by turning it into smaller bits. [03:18] What posting “natively” means and why you should implement it. [04:36] What to do when customers visit your checkout or lead page but don’t buy. [05:22] The continuing growth of chat and its various platforms. [06:02] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: TikTok Grant Cardone Tai Lopez WeChat QQ Snapchat Instagram Facebook Messenger ManyChat Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Social Media Predictions That’ll Come True in 2019 | Ep. #946
In episode #946, we count down 7 social media predictions for 2019. Tune in to hear what changes will come in the ensuing year. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Social Media Predictions That’ll Come True in 2019 [00:35] 1: Live is going to get bigger this year. [00:58] 2: We’re going to see social networks pushing for more video content. [01:22] 3: Monetization is going to get better. [01:38] 4: The podcast market is going to get much bigger. [01:50] China’s podcast marketing is making millions of dollars. [02:18] 5: Comments are going to increase the virality of posts. [02:35] Social networks are going to rank things by the number of comments a given post has received. [03:40] Neil considers podcasts to be “social”. [04:03] 6: All social algorithms will start to behave the same way. [04:25] 7: A lot more people are going to go to YouTube to market. [04:46] That’s it for today! [04:50] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Social Media Tools for 2020 & Beyond | Ep. #1249
In episode #1249, we are going over 7 social media tools for 2020 to help you manage and organize all that is happening in the space. We start off with social media management and reporting, why now is a great time to build your messenger list, how to better manage your social media channels, and why it is important to leverage the right tools for your success. For a jam-packed episode of all the best tools, stay tuned! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Social Media Tools for 2020 and Beyond. [00:39] Using SproutSocial to keep accountability within your team. [01:32] Gaining a competitive edge by building up your messenger list as quickly as possible. [02:10] The importance of using the right hashtags on Instagram: Ingramer. [02:45] How to easily create simple, professional content for Instagram with Canva. [03:16] Top tool for managing your YouTube channel: TubeBuddy. [03:42] Using vidIQ to maximize and optimize your YouTube traffic. [04:11] Using Spotify to get guiding insights on your podcast statistics. [05:53] That’s it for today! [04:55] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sprout Social ManyChat MobileMonkey Ingramer Instagram Canva TubeBuddy vidIQ SEMrush Ahrefs Ubersuggest Spotify ►Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Split Tests You Won’t Regret Running #2229
In episode #2229, Neil and Eric talk about seven split tests you won’t regret running. One of the most reliable ways to determine effective marketing methods is by running split tests. Tune in to learn how to make shopping easier, why upsells are crucial, and who you should be surveying! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Split Tests You Won’t Regret Running. [00:25] How to use Paypal, Apple Pay, and Shop Pay to run your first split test. [00:59] Why you should test one and two-step checkouts. [01:22] Learn what order bumps are and how to implement them. [01:47] Why upsells are crucial. [02:11] How personalization can increase optimization. [02:30] Find out who you should be surveying and how to run tests based on the results. [03:06] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:10] Check out https://www.marketingschool.io/jobs to see our job postings or post a job of your own! [03:22] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: PayPal Apple Pay Shop Pay Optimizely Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Steps for Running a Successful Webinar | Ep. #169
In Episode #169, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 steps for running a successful webinar. Using webinars is one of the best ways to drive people to your website. Half the battle is in the preparation—and, yes, there are right ways to set yourself up for success. Tune in to learn 7 easy steps that will help you and your viewers get the most out of your webinar. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Steps for Running a Successful Webinar 00:45 – Masterminds and enterprise companies use webinars to try and convert people 00:55 – In a webinar, you are educating and building a relationship with your viewers 01:12 – First, have an email reminder 01:25 – “Just because someone registered for it, doesn’t mean that they’re going to remember” 01:30 – Set email reminders ahead of time 01:45 – Second, make sure you have an option for someone to register and watch the webinar within the next 15 minutes 02:28 – Because people are waiting, they are most likely to attend the webinar and the attendance rate can go up to 60% 02:38 – Neil uses EverWebinar 02:45 – Third, use paid traffic to drive more people 03:19 – Use it to amplify what you’re doing in your webinar 03:35 – Neil records his webinar ahead of time and it’s a high value production 03:50 – Fourth, use a software called TurboDial which can connect to a lot of webinar solutions 04:10 – For the people who don’t take action, TurboDial will send them a text message the next day 04:57 – Have some kind of marketing automation set up 05:28 – If people don’t show up, it means no conversion 05:45 – Sixth, integrate webinar software with Twilio 06:22 – Seventh, add value to the individual before your pitch 06:55 – Check out Russell Brunson’s book DotCom Secrets and video The Perfect Webinar Sequence 07:24 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Masterminds and enterprise companies use webinar to try and convert people to buy. Just because someone registered does NOT mean that they are going to show up—use texts and emails as reminders. First and foremost, ADD VALUE to people—remember that they dedicated a part of day for you. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Steps to Getting Started with Affiliate Marketing | Ep. #1014
In episode #1014, we discuss the 7 Steps to Getting Started with Affiliate Marketing. Tune in to hear the most important steps to getting started! We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles. Check out the details on this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Steps to Getting Started with Affiliate Marketing [01:05] 1: Commission Junction is one of the many networks out there. [01:32] ClickBank is for info. [01:47] 2: Look for partnerships. [01:55] Why not add your product as a back-end offer to a more successful product? [02:15] Tai Lopez has a real estate course. [02:25] The last level of the course is another person’s course. [03:22] 3: Incentivize. [03:45] Incentivize affiliates or partners, otherwise, they won’t work as hard for you. [04:03] 4: Meet affiliates directly. [04:12] Attend a conference. [04:28] 5: Hire an affiliate manager. [04:50] You need someone to organize and run affiliate campaigns. [05:21] When Neil had no idea what to do, he read a book. [05:42] 6: Use software to track affiliates. [05:53] Try Has Offers. [06:15] 7: Make sure you treat affiliates as people. [06:30] They are your partners, not underlings. [06:51] That’s all for today! [06:55] Don’t forget to check out Single Grain for more info about our free live event in June. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Stupid YouTube Marketing Mistakes We Made #2004
In episode #2004, we give you our seven biggest YouTube marketing mistakes and tell you how to do things differently. Whether it’s jumping topics, posting infrequently, creating overly short videos, or relying on advertising rather than organic strategies, we have made all the mistakes when it comes to marketing our YouTube channels. Luckily, we have learned from them, and you can too by tuning in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Stupid YouTube Marketing Mistakes We Made. [01:14] Why you shouldn’t create short videos. [01:32] Avoiding topic jumping and posting infrequently. [02:33] Making sure not to discourage comments. [02:48] Remembering to add your offers as icons and pinned comments. [03:24] Organic strategies work better than running ads. [03:56] Testing different approaches by changing titles and thumbnails. [04:49] The value of explicitly telling people to subscribe. [05:09] That’s it for today! [05:10] Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Techniques For Keeping Users Engaged in 2000+ Word Blog Posts | Ep. #291
In Episode #291, Eric and Neil discuss 7 techniques for keeping users engaged in 2000+ word blog posts. You don’t want your blog post to read like a lecture—your readers will drop like flies. Instead, in you employ even just a few of these techniques, you’re bound to increase that engagement and keep your audience scrolling down… Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Techniques For Keeping Users Engaged in 2000+ Word Blog Posts 00:43 – First technique is to make sure that your post is written in a conversational tone 00:50 – Consider your post like you’re giving a lecture and you don’t want your readers to get bored 01:03 – Use words like “you” and “I” within your blog post 01:10 – Second is to use bucket brigades; Eric learned this from Brian Dean 01:19 – It is basically breaking up more paragraphs, instead of having walls and walls of text 01:43 – Third is sub-headings 01:45 – Think of your blog post as a book 01:48 – Adding a sub-heading makes it more scalable and it’s on top of bucket brigades 02:02 – Fourth is having great, engaging images to accentuate your content 02:15 – Fifth is the user pattern of a blog reader 02:17 – They first go to your page, then to your headline, click on your blog post, and then they scroll all the way down to the bottom to figure out if they’re going to scroll back up to the top 02:27 – End each of your blog posts with a conclusion that summarizes what the blog post is about 02:43 – Sixth is to not forget to publish if it actually makes sense 02:51 – If you can add videos, infographics and a podcast to add value, you’re going to have a good engagement overall 03:05 – “Take the time and be deliberate about what you’re doing” 03:11 – Last but not the least, end your blog post with a question 03:17 – The people who read the question will likely respond with a blog comment 03:38 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year annual subscription of Design Pickle, a design service that allows you to make unlimited design 04:00 – Subscribe, rate and review Marketing School 04:10 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 04:25– That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Writing in a conversational tone makes your blog post friendlier easier to engage in for the reader. Bucket brigades make your content POP instead of seeing walls and walls of text. Readers are more likely to leave a comment if you end your blog post with a question. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Techniques for Speeding Up Your Keyword Research | Ep. #247
In Episode #247, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 techniques for speeding up your keyword research. Eric and Neil give you the top online tools to quicken your keyword research so that you can stay ahead of your competitors when it comes to how well you rank. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Techniques for Speeding Up Your Keyword Research 00:35 – One is to go to Ahrefs and put in your competitor’s URL 00:45 – It will show you their popular keywords that help them rank well, their level of traffic, and the pages that are ranking 01:00 – Second is Google Search Console 01:15 – Go to the Google Analytics section and check your ranking 01:40 – Use SEMrush and see what your competitors are bidding on for a pay-per-click 02:07 – In keyword searching, you always have to keep up with the trends 02:23 – Use Google Trends and Google Autocomplete to know what people are looking for 02:43 – Fifth is MarketMuse 03:08 – Google checks how thorough your content is 03:22 – Sixth is Serpstat and you can get a deal with App Sumo 03:36 – It is an in-depth keyword/SEO tool 04:05 – Last is going through Google Search Console then Uber Suggest for the keyword you could be ranking for 04:56 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Find out the keywords that are ranking well and use them so that your pages appear on Google’s first page search result. Be in the know in regards to what people are searching. Track if your keywords are consistently ranking and if necessary, make changes. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Things Small Businesses Can Do To Grow Faster in 2020 | Ep. #1222
In episode #1222, we talk about the seven things that can help your business grow faster next year! From the usefulness of webinars and text messaging to the best ways to boost your YouTube rankings, we cover it all. Tune in to hear how you can get you business bubbling in 2020! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Things that Small Businesses Can Do to Grow Faster in 2020. [00:33] Looking back to old effective tactics such as webinars. [01:20] Translating and transcribing existing content for other regions. [02:10] Text messages and SMS marketing within the bounds of the law! [02:58] Maximizing YouTube views in the first 24 hours. [04:15] The trend towards texting and instant messenger marketing. [05:06] Updating old content instead of writing new posts all the time. [05:33] Using gifts to make marketing impressions on customers. [07:05] That is it for today! [07:09] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Joe Erway Livestorm Zoom Moz Ahrefs HubSpot SEMrush Luxor Linens ClickFlow ManyChat Telegram Facebook Messenger Giftology John Ruhlin Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Things You Should Always Do Before Publishing a Blog Post | Ep. #59
In Episode #59 Neil and Eric discuss the most important things you need to do before publishing a blog post. Listen as they illustrate the seven things you can do to increase your online presence, click-through rate, and drive online traffic to your blog post. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: Seven Things You Should Do Every Time Before You Publish a Blog Post 00:36 – First thing?—A/B test the headline 00:43 – Search for WordPress A/B testing plugin 00:50 – Why this is important 01:14 – Second thing?—have a very engaging image 01:26 – Images affect your click-through rate when running an ad 01:30 – Sites like StockUnlimited gives you unlimited stock photos 01:40 – Subscribe to DesignPickle monthly subscription plan to get unlimited design 01:46 – Single Grain blog 01:56 – Third thing?– email every single website you link out to 02:06 – Sending a cold email 02:20 – An additional note to add in the email 02:27 – Fourth thing? – building a promotional aspect 02:33 – Connect to a community that you can engage in 02:36 – For marketers, you can go to GrowthHackers and Inbound and share the content that you have 02:51 – Think about where your audience is hanging out 03:00 – Reddit looks out for people that are self-promotional—tread carefully 03:06 – Make sure your blog post adds value and you engage with people 03:33 – Number 5?—asking for social share 03:34 – Go to competitors article around the web 03:42 – Go to search.twitter.com and type in keywords to see related articles 03:48 – You can also do searches at and type the keywords 04:07 – After finding the people who re-tweeted the articles, you can email them for social share 04:55 – Number 6?—ask your team to promote your blog post 05:23 – Number 7?—send an e-mail blast every time you release a blog post 05:31 – This is good traffic source 06:02 – Send the email 2 days later 3 Key Points: Utilize your resources—your team and family can help you increase traffic. Don’t just blog—create something of value and you’ll actually pique people’s interest. Increasing traffic means increasing your connections. Learn how to interact with people and return the good deed. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Things You Should Say NO to as a Marketer | Ep. #115
In Episode #115, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 things you should say NO to as a marketer. Listen to know more about which things to say no to and the reason why. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 things you should say no to as a marketer 00:34 – #1 Making changes without data 00:57 – Make sure you test with data 01:10 – #2 Looking at the tactics all the time 01:26 – Leads to being in “tactical hell” 01:43 – Don’t focus on tactics 02:00 – #3 Don’t make short term gains for long term losses 02:53 – Don’t make changes for short term gains 02:57 – #4 Lack of organization 03:09 – Look at GrowthHackers Projects to organize all your ideas and experiments 03:28 – Look about documenting your marketing processes 03:48 – #5 Don’t do too many things at once 04:51 – #6 Don’t try to take everything on by yourself 05:48 – #7 Don’t run an A/B test on the same part of the funnel more than once at the same time 06:39 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Don’t EVER make changes without any data. New marketing tactics aren’t everything—assess them well before using! GET ORGANIZED, because a lack of organization doesn’t help you scale. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Things to Assess When Your Content Is Failing | Ep. #133
In Episode #133, Neil and Eric list the 7 things to assess when your content marketing is failing. Tune in to discover how Neil and Eric use different tools and websites to understand their viewer engagement and the effectivity of their content marketing campaign, Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:30 – Today’s topic: 7 Things to Assess When Your Content Is Failing 01:31 – Find the cause of why your content marketing is failing through analytics 01:44 – Analyze quantitatively 02:29 – The data will tell you what’s wrong with your blog post 02:54 – Get feedback from people asking them what needs improvement 03:03 – People want something that is actionable 03:26 – Find the basic metrics of your site 03:43 – Install Google Search Console 04:10 – In the Google Search Console dashboard, click “analytics”, and search for the “impressions box” at the top left corner 04:45 – Use Hemingway App – a desktop application 05:01 – Hemingway App is the more advanced version of Docs and is best for writers 05:28 – Use HelloBar as an email tool 05:49 – Email out who shares your content to competitors 05:57 – Find your competitors at BuzzSumo 06:08 – You can find the email of the people who are tweeting your content through Hunter 06:11 – Neil shares a sample email that you can send 07:10 – Share it on social media and compare with your other posts to have an average engagement rate 07:40 – Pair it with paid advertising, too! 08:11 – Look at your content as a funnel and work on your headline 08:39 – Search for CopyBlogger Headline Formula 09:07 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Analyze your data well and find the real cause for why your content marketing is failing. Reach out to people to share your content – this will measure the quality of your content and tell you the number of people who share it. Headlines can draw people to your content – make it interesting and appealing! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Things to Consider Before Investing in Facebook Ads | Ep. #327
In Episode #327, Eric and Neil discuss 7 things to consider before investing in Facebook ads. Tune in to learn how to successfully use Facebook ads and the checklist you should keep before putting your money down. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Things to Consider Before Investing in Facebook Ads 00:35 – First is to know your audience 00:48 – You should know your target before spending money 01:10 – Second is to make sure you know what you’re promoting and that it is proven 01:24 – It is important to test what you’re promoting and its conversion in other channels 01:48 – Optimize your funnel and conversion rates in other channels before going into Facebook 01:53 – Third is to have goals set up 02:10 – Figure out your key indicators 02:20 – “What gets measured gets managed” 02:23 – Fourth is to have a testing budget 02:45 – You need to do the testing in chunks or increments 02:57 – Fifth is to know the different formats when you’re starting out 03:15 – Settle on one format first 03:26 – Sixth is how you’re going to get your creative work done 03:50 – Think about how you’re going to make your ad images on a consistent basis 04:04 – Keep rotating your creatives 04:15 – Eric uses Design Pickle for their visuals 04:30 – Last is to make you’re split testing and your results are statistically significant 05:00 – Eric uses AdEspresso to manage ads 05:13 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Knowing your audience helps you target them well—making your spending worth it. Track your funnel and conversion rate from other channels before trying it in Facebook ads. Facebook ads work well if you know how do it the right way. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Timeless Marketing Principles That Are Still Relevant in 2022 #2123
In episode #2123, Neil and Eric share 7 timeless marketing principles that are still relevant in 2022. There are many things to keep up with within the rapidly changing marketing space, like newly released ad formats, but there are still a lot of marketing principles that remain timeless. Tune in to learn about the rule of seven, the AIDA principle, and other fundamental lessons that never lose their relevance! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 7 Timeless Marketing Principles That Are Still Relevant in 2022. [00:37] The AIDA principle: attention, interest, decision, and action. [01:07] The rule of seven: when someone interacts with your brand seven times they’re much more likely to remember it. [01:30] Understand that if you’re starting from nothing, it’s going to take some time to build a brand. [02:00] The significant role of content, from text, to audio and video. [02:31] How to capitalize on new ad formats. [03:11] Why there is always money in the follow-up and why you need to focus on the long-term strategy. [03:52] When to expect a decrease in click-through rates. [04:38] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:47] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tips for Increasing Engagement with Your Blog | Ep. #429
In Episode #429, Eric and Neil discuss 7 tips for increasing engagement with your blog. Tune in to learn how you can boost your viewer’s engagement levels and hook them so they have to keep coming back for more. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Tips for Increasing Engagement with Your Blog 00:35 – First is to write your blog in a conversational tone by using “you” and “I” 00:54 – People become more engaged and they will probably leave comments 01:00 – Add a live chat button to your blog 01:26 – Third is to wrap up your blog post with a conclusion 01:36 – Most readers will read your conclusion first before reading the whole blog 01:44 – Fourth is adding different types of content 02:00 – Some read on their mobile while others on their computer 02:13 – Fifth is to respond to comments in your blog 02:30 – Connect social media channels with Edgar 03:08 – Seventh is to do a content upgrade with Thrive, Hello Bar, OptinMonster 04:00 – There are different content upgrades available at Leadpages 04:15 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 04:26 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your copy 04:28 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Writing in a conversational tone will engage your readers making them more likely to comment. Use social media platforms to increase your blog’s reach. Have a catchy conclusion, most readers read it first anyway. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tips on Live Streaming and Podcast at The Same Time | Ep. #1136
In episode #1136, we share several helpful tips for live streaming and podcasting at the same time. Frequently engaging with your audience, promoting your session ahead of time and being consistent in showing up with new content are just some of the ways in which you can optimize this marketing strategy. Tune in to hear what you can do to activate your discoverability. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Tips on Live Streaming and Podcasting at The Same Time. [00:36] Engage with your community by making time to answer questions. [01:23] Livestream with the help of all the social channels out there. [01:42] Promote ahead of time to get people prepared. [02:09] Try to be consistent with the frequency of your sessions. [02:34] Don’t forget to add hashtags and to tag the right people. [03:06] Ask for comments to boost virality. [03:36] Don’t forget to include a clear call to action. [04:15] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated and learn additional ways to get more traffic to your site, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: YouTube Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tips to Improve the Reach of Your Podcast | Ep. #160
In Episode #160, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 tips that will help you improve the reach of your podcast. Starting a podcast is not easy and improving its reach requires putting in some work. Tune in to learn tips and strategies such as growing your network, changing up your headlines, and maximizing off the traffic you get on iTunes. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Tips to Improve the Reach of Your Podcast 00:35 – #1: Have a following and email list AND push your content out to your channels 00:48 – Eric uses a podcasting host called, “List It” to push to multiple channels 01:15 – Email blast has also been effective for Eric and Neil 02:30 – #2: Show every single episode that you have recorded 02:50 – Eric uses MeetEdgar to schedule his posts 04:04 – #4: “The headlines really impact how many downloads a podcast gets” 04:13 – Copyblogger headline formula can give you templates to create attractive headlines 04:32 – Fortune’s headline generator also helps 04:36 – TitleCapitalization will fix your headline 04:57 – #5: If you have a podcast, have a blog, too! 05:48 – #6: The more ratings and reviews you have, the more you will get 06:18 – If you can get more traffic in iTunes, use it to get more views! 06:30 – Mention in your podcast to leave a review and rating 06:48 – Tim of LeadPages made The Marketing School’s intro and outro 07:20 – #7: Cross Promote 07:40 – John Lee Dumas has a great community called The Podcaster’s Paradise 08:10 – Share in a podcasting community to grow your network 08:15 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Be in multiple channels and improve not just your content, but your headlines as well. Get feedback and ratings from iTunes—it can boost your traffic significantly. With the growing number of podcasters, it is much easier now to share, connect, and help one another. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools For Running A Successful Content Marketing Campaign| Ep. #984
In episode #984, we count down 7 tools for a successful content marketing campaign. Tune in to hear which 7 tools we like best. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Tools For Running A Successful Content Marketing Campaign [00:36] 1: Ubersuggest. [00:45] Free to use and great for researching keywords. [00:57] 2: Mailchimp. [01:05] Email blasts will always work. [01:57] 3: MobileMonkey. [02:10] Use this to blast via Facebook Messenger. [02:30] 4: BuzzSumo. [02:38] Great for seeing what your competitors are doing. [03:18] 5: SocialBlade. [03:30] Helpful to see social sharing information. [03:40] 6: VidIQ. [03:45] Helps with keyword and video optimization. [04:25] 7: Clickflow. [04:27] Eric’s SEO A/B testing software. [05:45] That’s it for today! [06:34] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles this June. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools That Will Help Push Through Tough Times | Ep. #1370
In episode #1366, we give you seven tools that will help push you through the tough times! In the current global pandemic, we know that things in your business are probably taking a bit of strain so we decided to share this list of affordable tools that can make things that little bit easier. From email marketing to optimized routines, you are going to want to check these out! Tune into hear about how you can make it out the other end intact and thriving! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Tools that Will Help Push You Through the Tough Times. [00:41] Cutting costs on software through AppSumo! [01:03] ClickFlow’s Content Decay feature for recovering traffic. [01:26] Free help from ProfitWell around your data and analytics. [01:41] Affordable email marketing with SendFox. [02:09] Neil’s own Ubersuggest and the offer he has on it at the moment. [02:22] Optimizing your day and better time management with RescueTime. [02:51] Screen casts and simpler demonstrations using Loom! [03:33] That’s it for today! [03:36] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: AppSumo Content Decay ClickFlow ProfitWell SendFox Ubersuggest RescueTime Zoom Loom Slack Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools To Help With Mobile CRO | Ep. #457
In Episode #457, Eric and Neil discuss 7 tools to help with mobile conversion rate optimization. Tune in to hear about the tools that Eric and Neil stand behind and will ensure that your mobile game is operating at its finest! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Tools To Help With Mobile CRO 00:40 – First tool is Crazy Egg which is a heat-mapping tool that helps you dissect your data in a visual format 01:01 – Second is Google Analytics on mobile which will help you increase your conversion rate 01:23 – Third is an email capture tool like Bounce Exchange, Hello Bar, Sumo and OptinMonster 01:45 – Fourth, survey tools like SurveyMonkey and Typeform 02:03 – Fifth is BuiltWith, which is used to track your competitors’ marketing 02:47 – Sixth is Optimizely that enables you to do A/B testing for mobile 03:06 – Seventh is Google Page Speed—this makes sure your website loads fast 03:29 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 03:41 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 03:46 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Tracking your data on mobile makes it easier to know where you stand 24/7. Email marketing is still one of the best strategies that you can use today; make sure you have an email capturing tool to help you. Your conversion rate drops when your website is slow—make sure it’s loading at its fastest speed. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools Will Help You Kick Butt in 2019 & Beyond | Ep. #857
In episode #857, we discuss tools that will help you kick butt next year. Tune in to hear which tools are going to help you succeed. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Tools Will Help You Kick Butt in 2019 & Beyond [00:45] Gong can be used for sales and to help coach your team. [02:00] Ahrefs Link Intersect lets you compare yourself to three of your competitors. [02:40] Loom lets you record your screen. [03:06] It will also let you draw on the screen and have a call to action at the end of your video. [03:33] EverWebinar will help you create great webinars. [04:15] Wirecast allows you to livestream and simulcast your events. [04:57] VidIQ is a great video tool that will help you get more views. [05:17] Zoom is a great conference call and webinar tool. [06:00] This tool is perfect for increasing engagement. [06:20] Neil prefers WebinarJam. [07:00] That’s it for today! [07:10] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools to Grow Your Agency | Ep. #1511
In episode #1511, we give you seven tools you can use to grow your agency! We cover all the best apps we use ourselves that help us make media reports, build spreadsheets, manage content production, boost closing rates, create actionable analytics, and a whole lot more. Tune in and hear about the wonders of tools like Google Data Studio, Salesforce, and Asana, and how they can help you take your agency to the next level! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Tools to Grow Your Agency. [00:30] Using Supermetrics, the best and most easy to use tool for reporting on paid media. [00:52] Dealing with sales, new leads, and new customers using Salesforce. [01:18] Building spreadsheets with superpowers using Airtable. [01:48] Using a scheduling software like ScheduleOnce to boost your closing rates. [02:04] Asana or Basecamp for project management; use one and be consistent! [02:24] Creating actionable analytics using Google Data Studio. [02:57] Enjoying the workflow automation functionality provided by Zapier. [03:45] That’s it for today! [03:47] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Supermetrics Salesforce Airtable ScheduleOnce Asana Basecamp Google Data Studio Zapier Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools to Grow Your SaaS Company | Ep. #1512
In episode #1512, you’ll hear about seven tools you can use to grow your SaaS company from us. Whether you’re working B2B or B2C, having the best tools for note-taking, A/B testing, decreasing churn, sales coaching, and more will help your SaaS company grow faster. Tune in to hear about the wonders of tools like ProductBoard, Gong, and Recurly. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Tools to Grow Your SaaS Company. [00:30] Using Notion as a daily to-do list and note taking tool. [01:03] Pick up any A/B testing tool such as VWO, Optimizely, or CrazyEgg. [01:25] Metrics and revenue operations with Stripe, Baremetrics, and Profitwell. [01:52] Lifting conversions using Convertly which offers many integrations. [02:27] B2B sales coaching with the help of Gong and Chorus. [02:56] Decreasing churn and increasing sales using chat tools like Drift and Intercom. [03:19] ProductBoard for customer development and product roadmap development. [03:56] That’s it for today! [03:58] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Notion VWO Optimizely CrazyEgg Stripe ProfitWell Baremetrics ConvertKit Recurly Gong Chorus Drift Intercom ProductBoard Sekoya Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools to Grow Your Traffic | Ep. #1513
In episode #1513, we share seven tools that will help you grow your traffic. When trying to ramp up your traffic, whether it be on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, WordPress, or your website, it is all about using insights to optimize your marketing. Tune in today and learn the best tools to do this, whatever your platform of choice. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Tools to Grow Your Traffic. [00:32] Traffic insights using ClickFlow and their Content Decay feature. [00:52] TubeBuddy and VidIQ, two tools for driving YouTube traffic. [01:23] Ad insights and driving conversions with Facebook Ad Library. [01:44] Doing keyword research using Ubersuggest, which has a free version. [02:15] Check out WordPress’s Rank Math SEO plugin. [02:32] Implementing Ingramer’s functionality for finding the best Instagram tags. [03:00] Facebook Messenger, email, and text-based marketing with ManyChat. [03:21] That’s it for today! [03:22] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: TubeBuddy VidIQ ClickFlow Facebook Ad Library Ubersuggest Ingramer ManyChat Rank Math Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools to Help You Promote Evergreen Content | Ep. #316
In Episode #316, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 tools to help you promote evergreen content. Tune in to learn which tools you can use to leverage your evergreen content to achieve that better ranking in Google and promote your best stuff! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Tools to Help You Promote Evergreen Content 00:34 – First, Meet Edgar allows you to schedule posts on different social media sites 00:49 – Clean it up for things that are no longer relevant or for concepts that no longer apply 01:01 – Second is Ahrefs 01:03 – Type in the competitor URL that has similar posts, see who are linking out to your competitor and reach out to them 01:12 – It’s easy to do and provides great results, but is time intensive 01:35 – BuzzSumo can help you find posts and links that have a lot of social shares 01:55 – Build out a prospect list and reach out to people who shared them 02:12 – Fourth is Google Search Console 02:23 – For the posts that are gaining much traffic, look at the keywords that are driving you traffic, download the CSV file, take those keywords and innovate them within your content 02:45 – Repurpose your evergreen content 02:58 – Repurposing is similar to promoting it 03:29 – Your evergreen content can rank in Google 03:31 – if you’re going to make your title tags more appealing, you’re going to get more clicks and your search ranking will rise 03:46 – A headline generator tool will give you ideas to update your title tags 04:18 – If you have very good evergreen content, put it into paid advertising 05:00 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Repurposing your evergreen content will help you to continually maximize its value. Reach out to people who share your competitor’s post; perhaps they can help you to gain more traffic as well. A great title tag can make your posts appealing which will attract more clicks and improve your overall search ranking. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools to Help You Promote Your Content | Ep. #336
In Episode #336, Eric and Neil discuss 7 tools to help you promote your content. Tune in to learn these standout, effective tools that can elevate your content promotion. You’ll also find out why contacting those who follow your competitors can help you boost your own content promotion. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Tools to Help You Promote Your Content 00:46 – First is to use Facebook ads which has the boost post button 01:20 – Second is to use BuzzSumo where you can type in different keywords that relate to your article 01:27 – Click view shares and you’ll see the people who tweeted them, then email those people to promote yours 01:42 – Third is Meet Edgar which allows you to setup an automated queue of content in different channels 02:08 – Fourth is Ahrefs which will helps you find who’s linking your competitor’s content and you can message them to promote yours as well 02:29 – It doesn’t track traffic right away, but it will eventually 02:25 – Fifth is IFTTT or If This Then That or Zapier that automates certain workflows 03:14 – Sixth is going after broken links and using a broken link checker 03:36 – See who’s linking to the broken links and that has similar content to yours—and email them 04:11 – Last is Sniply which allows you to enhance every link that you share 04:50 – the link can be a link to a lead magnet 05:00 – Contact Eric and Neil for any tools you find valuable to the listeners of Marketing School 05:10 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Go directly to those people who share your competitor’s links; it may take time, but it works. Create a smooth workflow so you can maximize content promotion with your team. Different channels are now updating to cater to content promotion and this makes it easier to cross-post. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools to Help You With Reputation Management | Ep. #254
In Episode #254, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 tools to help you with reputation management. Tune in to learn which tools will help you keep track of your reputation, respond to negative feedback, and also preempt any future, negative domain names that could tarnish your brand. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Tools to Help You With Reputation Management 00:36 – Use Mention or Google Alerts to track your brand mentions 00:51 – Second is to use Google Suggest 01:06 – Create articles that combat the negative feedback 01:21 – Use KnowEm to claim multiple social networks or multiple profiles 01:42 – Just do the work upfront 01:53 – Use a domain checker like Check Domain 02:07 – Type your name or company name, plus a negative remark or word attached to it—then register those domains 02:29 – Fifth is Imagerater which will allow you to look for people who are using your unique images in a negative way 03:02- Google Image search works, too 03:06 – Use SERP’s rank checker 03:43 – This can help you be aware of the links that link back to you 03:52 – Use Complaint Search Box 03:54 – It allows you do Google searches in over 40 complaints’ websites 04:14 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Always track your brand mentions – know what people are thinking about your brand. Create the possible domain name that can ruin your reputation in the future. Keep up your ranking and be aware of those who are ahead or behind you. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Tools to Help You in Marketing Design | Ep. #142
In Episode #142, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 tools that can help you in marketing design. Tune in to discover some of the best online tools that provide you quality images and designs for your marketing campaign that are both easy-to-use and affordable. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Tools to Help You in Marketing Design 00:46 – First tool is Canva 00:52 – Currently has around 10 million users 01:00 – Pre-made templates, designs, and dimensions are available for specific social media platforms 01:18 – Very easy to use and intuitive 01:49 – Second tool is Balsamiq for a non-techy person, you can drag and drop 02:33 – Third tool is 99designs 02:53 – Inexpensive option 03:00 – An alternative is DesignCrown 03:09 – Fourth tool is infogr.am 03:20 – Create infographics at an affordable price 03:29 – Has cool and interactive graphics you can embed within blog posts 03:52 – Fifth tool is InVision App 04:15 – Allows you to collaborate different design projects 04:36 – Sixth is Fiverr 04:48 – Easy to use and turn-around time is just a couple of hours 04:54 – Upwork is an alternative to Fiverr 05:03 – Last is Pablo by Buffer 05:11 – Good for social or blog images you need to get done quickly 05:33 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: If you feel like you’re in a creative rut, there are many designs available online. Creating or making changes to your marketing design does NOT have to be expensive. There are several easy-to-use, high quality, graphics and templates available online to make designing easier for marketers. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Traits That Make Amazing Content Marketers | Ep. #919
In episode #919, we discuss the 7 traits that make amazing content marketers. Tune in to hear what traits you need to be successful. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Traits That Make Amazing Content Marketers [00:35] 1: Consistency. [01:00] You have to be consistent to be successful. [01:10] 2: Creativity. [01:20] Think outside the box. [01:30] 3: Being data driven. [01:40] You have to make decisions based on data. [02:15] 4: Hiring non-Ivy Leaguers. [02:20] Sometimes, Ivy League alumni are too smart for their own good. [02:30] Neil had trouble understanding a Dartmouth graduate that he interviewed. [02:57] 5: Being open minded. [03:29] 6: Passion. [03:40] Do what you love and your content will fare much better. [03:51] 7: Resourcefulness. [04:01] Resourceful people are hustlers and can find great solutions to big problems. [04:38] That’s it for today! [04:44] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Types of Content Upgrades You Can Try Today | Ep. #251
In Episode #251, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 types of content upgrades you can try today. Content upgrades are a great opportunity to grow your email list and thus, those conversions. Tune in to learn about the different types of content upgrades you can offer your audience and find out which one suits your company best. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Types of Content Upgrades You Can Try Today 00:33 – A content upgrade is when you use Leadbox or other email tools to offer people freebies 00:53 – The idea of a content upgrade is offering something in exchange for their email addresses 00:57 – Content upgrades are helpful for Eric’s conversion rate 01:08 – First, try a downloadable checklist 01:32 – Checklists are easy to look at and people like to get templates 01:39 – Second is a cheat sheet 02:02 – Third, use a tool called Designrr 02:16 – Your blog post can be converted to PDF 02:49 – Fourth is to give your audience something educational 03:20 – Fifth is to provide an email course 03:30 – If you want people to get a course, get them to subscribe to a campaign 04:00 – Sixth, provide them the next thing they should read based on what they are currently reading 04:42 – An alternative to webinar is to have a video launch sequence 04:52 – Check Jeff Walker’s product launch 05:20 – You can also do an Evergreen webinar using EverWebinar 05:27 – The Marketing School is giving away 5 annual copies of Ahrefs, this week 05:32 – To enter, subscribe, rate and review the Marketing School Podcast 05:38 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 06:28 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: A content upgrade is a great opportunity to boost your conversion rate significantly. Give your audience something valuable and educational, so they can’t resist. Keep track of your audience behavior to know what type of content upgrade suits them best. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Types of Content You Should Be Creating on Your Blog | Ep. #77
In Episode #77 Eric and Neil talk about the 7 types of content you should be creating on your blog. Listen as they enumerate each type of content and how to utilize the types with key online tools. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 Types of Content You Should Be Creating on Your Blog 00:37 – #1 Have long-form well-researched content 01:14 – #2 Infographics 01:28 – Check out 99Designs or Dribbble or Upwork 01:45 – Use WP Embed Code Generator 02:18 – #3 Take an audio file and put it on your blog 02:27 – Use Rev to transcribe your content 02:51 – #4 Have animated content like click through, quizzes and gifographics 03:25 – #5 Put videos on your blog 04:10 – #6 Question based content 04:15 – Check Quora and search popular questions 04:50 – #7 Have specific case studies 05:39 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Remember to put value into your content. A ton of tools are available–utilize them! Video and audio can still rank–transcribe them into your blog. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Types of Marketing that Are Long-term Plays | Ep. #448
In Episode #448, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 types of marketing that are long-term plays. Tune in to learn why your content marketing, link building, and podcasting efforts are worth it—even if your results take more than a year to show. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Types of Marketing that Are Long-term Plays 00:33 – First is content marketing which usually takes 18 months or longer to become established and effective 00:55 – Second is podcasting which takes over a year 01:14 – Third is link building which shows its effectivity in at least 6-12 months 01:57 – Fourth is campaigns related to your branding or is press-related 02:20 – Fifth, your videos which is considered content marketing 02:30 – The first zero to 10K views are the hardest to get 02:50 – Some people are uploading multiple videos every day 03:04 – Sixth is influencer marketing 03:35 – Seventh is email, which has one of the highest ROIs that you could have, but it takes a long time 04:00 – Be patient; marketing doesn’t just work at the snap of a finger 04:15 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 04:23 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 04:28 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Focus on your content marketing—this is a play for long-term success. There is no overnight success in marketing. Be patient, most marketing efforts require time before you see a change in your conversions. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unconventional Marketing Tactics for 2017 | Ep. #187
In Episode #187, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 unconventional marketing tactics that you can use for 2017. Tune in to hear what tactics are trending today and the online resources that can get you to speed. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Unconventional Marketing Tactics that You Can Use for 2017 00:35 – First, check out Russell Brunson’s ClickFunnels 00:56 – Soon, more and more businesses are going to do funnels 01:19 – Second, website personalization 01:21 – Hubspot provides you these options to personalize 01:53 – Third, try micro-retargeting 02:41 – Connect Leads can help you segment your Facebook retargeting 03:30 – Fourth, branding 04:05 – Gary Vaynerchuk is really gaining traffic 04:43 – Branding creates more business opportunities in the long run 04:53 – Google Trends can tell you a brand’s information 05:13 – Fifth, chat is becoming a great marketing tool 06:00 – Intercom and Drift are good tools to look up 06:14 – Sixth, work on your notifications 07:08 – Seventh is content upgrading 07:27 – Find a piece where a tweak is needed and upgrade it 08:08 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: More and more businesses are turning to sales funnels. For a long term solution—working on your branding to create more business opportunities in the future. Marketing strategies are continuously improving—FIND the easiest way to get your product to the people. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unconventional Tactics to Scale Any Consulting Business | Ep. #1402
In episode #1402, we share seven unconventional tactics to scale any agency or consulting business right now! From better project management practices to using copywriting skills and niching down, these strategies can help you now, wherever you are. Tune in to hear about taking your consulting business to the next level. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Unconventional Tactics to Scale Any Agency or Consulting Business Right Now. [00:34] Making a no-brainer offer to a company that can help them save. [01:16] Good project management for better efficiency on the work you do. [02:00] The power of persuasive copywriting and doing less with more. [02:50] Facilitating new deals and consistent customer flow through reaching out to new businesses. [03:35] Don’t forget to niche-down! Target a specific sector of the market in the beginning. [04:22] Streamlining your reporting process to save time and work. [05:00] Pricing on value and performance. [06:37] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Crunchbase SEMrush Ahrefs Agency Analytics Raven Tools Google Data Studio Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unconventional Ways We Run Our Companies | Ep. #1325
In episode #1325, we talk about seven unconventional ways that we run our companies. There are so many different ways to organize and direct a company and we share just seven that have helped us gain some of the success we have experienced. Tune in to hear about remote-friendly offices, direct feedback, lunch and learns, and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Unconventional Ways We Run Our Companies. [00:36] The hybrid-remote model and staying remote-friendly in today’s economy. [01:10] Putting a CEO in place to run the ship and make sure things are working. [01:48] The usefulness and efficacy of direct feedback with your team. [02:45] Implementing a profit sharing pool for key members of your company. [03:41] Encouraging employees to have their own side projects for extra creativity. [04:12] Using ‘lunch and learns’ and taking on useful topics for the team. [05:25] The Jeff Bezos-inspired idea of memos for more thoughtful communication. [07:00] Getting away from needless meetings and the impact of more time for client work. [07:58] That’s it for today! [08:00] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Acceleration Partners Jeff Bezos HackerNews Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unconventional Ways to Fund Your Marketing | Ep. #1236
In episode #1236, we share seven unconventional ways to raise money for marketing. Crowdfunding, revenue-based financing, trading services and getting a Small Business Administration loan are only a few of the innovative ways you can get your hands on the cash you need. Tune in to hear how monetizing your content can serve this purpose! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Unconventional Ways to Fund Your Marketing. [00:52] How you can go about crowdfunding your business following the Jobs Act of 2016. [01:33] Leverage your community to help you market through blogging and guest posting. [03:29] Funding through revenue-based financing using a service like Clearbanc. [03:57] Considering your strengths and trading those for marketing services. [05:09] The best thing about using the BizX platform to trade services. [05:54] The benefits of getting your hands on a Small Business Administration loan in the US. [06:39] Examples of funding your marketing through business development. [07:53] Monetizing your content to raise money. [09:04] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: TechCrunch Activision StartEngine Kickstarter ClickFlow Clearbanc LighterCapital BizX Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unconventional Ways to Generate More Leads | Ep. #951
In episode #951, we discuss 7 unconventional ways to generate more leads. Tune in to hear what you can do to increase revenue. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Unconventional Ways to Generate More Leads [00:36] 1: Have a customer data platform, like Segment. [00:50] The ability to narrow down leads based on certain data is key to your success. Segment allows you to do this. [01:40] 2: Make sure you are getting all the information you need. [01:57] Lead Quizzes makes it easier to capture leads. [02:21] 3: Personalization. [02:30] Drift allows for personalization in chats. [03:00] 4: MaxMind. [03:15] Include city and location within your copy. [03:50] 5: Mad Kudu is a lead-scoring tool. [04:15] 6: Clearbit allows you to pre-populate information in forms. [04:30] 7: Live chat is a great resource. [05:15] Check out Subscribers.com. [05:24] That’s it for today! [05:31] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unconventional Ways to Learn Marketing | Ep. #167
In Episode #167, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 unconventional ways to learn marketing. You can learn in more ways than just reading a Dummies Guide or checking in at the next university. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Unconventional Ways to Learn Marketing 00:33 – First is by watching conference videos on Youtube like Inbound 2016 by Hubspot 01:14 – There’s a lot of marketing content on Youtube 01:35 – Second is by networking with individuals 01:40 – Sharing a drink is a good way to do it 02:40 – Individual marketers from other companies share their tactics 03:00 – Third, strategize how to get the most out of conferences 03:19 – Check who’s attending and the influencers that will attend 04:00 – Fourth, practice on your own website 04:25 – The plugins on WordPress can help you execute what you’ve learned 04:50 – “You have to test it on your own site to be very good” 04:55 – Fifth, access a mastermind 05:03 – There are digital marketers you can pay for about $25/month 05:09 – “There’s a lot of great masterminds out there and they do provide value” 05:34 – You can host a dinner at your house or a zoom meeting to talk about marketing/business issues 06:20 – Sixth, people have more perceived value over information when they pay for it 06:30 – There are free marketing materials, but if you really want to learn, paid information IS better 07:21 – Lastly, start a podcast 07:35 – You learn a lot from the people or from guests 08:08 – Pat Flynn has great information on starting a podcast 08:18 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Youtube is probably one of the best sources now for everything, including marketing. Grow your network by inviting people to dinner or for a drink—you’re not only learning something new but you’re also building a relationship. People tend to value what they learn more when they pay for it. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unconventional Ways to Monetize Your Attention | Ep. #1457
In episode #1457, we share seven unconventional ways to monetize your attention. When you have established yourself as an authoritative voice in a specific field, you can begin to charge people for your expertise, for example by creating a paid newsletter, podcast, or by offering a course. Tune in to hear how you can get people to pay you for speaking about their products and services based on your reputation in the community! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Unconventional Ways to Monetize Your Attention. [00:34] We have spoken about different ways in which we have monetized this podcast. [00:54] You could charge people to appear on your show, even with a small audience. [01:33] Fundo helps you to monetize your social media and other audiences. [02:43] Create a paid newsletter by using an email service provider like Substack. [03:30] You can also consider offering a paid podcast membership with exclusive content. [03:58] Celebrities get paid for endorsements and you too can get evangelism roles. [05:19] If you teach people on a certain topic and you have an audience, make online courses. [05:49] Digital products such as courses are easily scalable and have few overheads. [06:01] Make more money from your content by creating a course on an existing platform. [07:16] Consider creating a paid live or virtual community at whichever price point you want. [08:13] Build the audience first and worry about the product later. [08:20] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Fundo Andreessen Horowitz Substack Guy Kawasaki Canva Thinkific Teachable Kajabi MemberPress Coursera Udemy LinkedIn Learning AppSumo Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Underrated Marketing Channels #1735
7 Underrated Marketing Channels In episode #1735, we cast out attention away from Google, Facebook and Amazon for a moment and give you our seven most underrated marketing channels. Tune in and learn why you should double down on your marketing via text, direct mail, Snapchat and more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Underrated Marketing Channels. [00:38] LinkedIn is strong from an organic and paid standpoint. [01:27] Accessing influential people on Twitter. [02:25] What was old is new again, such as direct mail! [02:53] Snapchat ads work as well as Instagram ones but are cheaper. [03:06] Audio continues to grow making podcasting advertising very effective. [03:47] Don’t forget about Pinterest for B2B and B2C! [04:25] Open rates are still very high when it comes to text advertising. [04:59] That is it for today! [05:00] Head over to marketingschoo.io/live to learn more about our live events! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: audience.co community.com Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Underrated Marketing Lessons | Ep. #1267
In episode #1267, we share seven marketing lessons you may have overlooked. Despite being a fast-moving industry, you want to keep a long-term perspective and avoid cutting corners in your pursuit of success. Tune in to hear what all the best marketers do to stay on top of their game! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Underrated Marketing Lessons. [00:40] Why going longer is better than trying to cut things short. [01:27] If you aim for impact, the results and money will take care of itself. [01:43] Grow your revenue by pursuing international markets like India and Brazil. [02:12] Thinking ahead by building a protective moat around your business. [03:10] Why going omnichannel is inevitable if you want to keep succeeding. [04:22] Conversion optimization and creating a premium experience for people. [05:28] Establish stronger audience engagement through live video. [07:27] The best marketers know how to put a great team around them. [08:47] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Warren Buffet Charlie Munger Ubersuggest Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unique Blog Post Angles That Drive a Flood of Traffic and Links | Ep. #1398
In episode #1398 we give you seven unique blog post angles that drive a flood of traffic. From creating visualizations of other popular posts to hosting expert interviews and documenting how you solved a particular problem, you’ll hear how to get more eyeballs than ever on your site today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Unique Blog Post Angles that Drive a Flood of Traffic. [00:35] What a blog post angle is: a type of blog post. [01:00] Utilizing the consistency of how-to style blogs to get returning hits. [01:10] Using Canva to make visualizations of data on research-based blogs. [01:52] Collaborating with data providers to get leads and form partnerships. [02:35] Taking a popular post and turning it into a visual post. [03:12] Getting more view counts by conducting expert interviews. [03:37] Roundup posts: asking many experts the same question. [04:16] Posting about how you solved a specific problem. [04:42] That’s it for today! [04:45] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: eHow Canva Ubersuggest Ahrefs BuzzSumo Infogram First Round Capital Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unique Marketing Systems that Work | Ep. #594
In episode #594, Eric and Neil count the 7 unique marketing systems that always work. Tune in to hear what steps you should be taking to increase your revenue. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Unique Marketing Systems that Work [00:36] #1: Neil likes doing three meetings each week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). [00:49] Every Monday, they split up into teams of three and brainstorm ways to further the business. On Wednesday, they implement those ideas, and on Friday they discuss the results. [01:18] #2: At Eric’s company, they have an “innovation meeting” twice a month. [01:25] They do it over lunch in a conference room and they discuss movements in the industry. Everyone must participate and share. [02:10] #3: Create a team and a system to make your content more popular. [02:19] In Neil’s company, they have a team that specializes in improving previous content. [02:54] #4: Refer to Traction: The Entrepreneur’s Operating System. [03:14] Eric’s team has this type of meeting every Monday. These meetings involve scoreboards, to-do lists, and quarterly rocks. [03:45] This allows his team to systematically move forward. [03:53] #5: A re-test system. Things that worked a year ago are not going to work today. [04:09] Google, Facebook, or LinkedIn authorization used to drastically increase conversions, but now, because of privacy issues, in some cases it is decreasing conversions. [04:36] When running AB tests or marketing experiences, list them out and note the results for each one. [04:43] Take all the winners and re-test them a year from then. [05:08] #6: Personalized and scale your marketing. [05:24] Clearbit has a nice API, which Eric’s company uses to enrich emails and chats. [05:46] On Growth Everywhere, Eric spoke with the CEO of Drift. The CEO spoke about how they like to tailor their website to each customer. [06:29] #7: The Zebra System: if it looks like a Zebra, walks like a Zebra, eats like a Zebra: it’s a Zebra. [06:37] Whoever your ideal customer is, it is now a Zebra. Within your marketing framework, make sure you are only targeting Zebras. [06:47] Campaign Monitor grew by doing email marketing for designers. [06:52] Convert Kit grew by doing email marketing for bloggers. [06:55] There’s nothing wrong with picking a niche. [07:09] As you’re focusing in on a specific demo, you’ll find that as you grow, you will start getting away from your Zebra. Don’t do that too early, because it will hurt your revenue. [07:18] Build a check-in every quarter to make sure your marketing is still focused on the Zebra. [07:31] Once you are hitting over $8 Million in revenue, then you can consider expanding your focus. [07:49] That’s all for today! [07:52] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unknown Tools That’ll Double Your Revenue | Ep. #1399
In episode #1399, we talk about seven unknown tools that will double your revenue. You’ll definitely want to check out these tools that do everything from getting celebs to shout out your company to helping you upsell more effectively and eliminating background noise from your podcast recordings! Tune in to hear about them all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Unknown Tools that Will Double Your Revenue. [00:30] Use Zest as a promotion tool to get more qualified clicks. [00:54] Book personalized video shoutouts from celebrities using Cameo. [01:10] Pay to have someone evaluate your copy using copytesting.com. [01:35] Add more payment options using FastSpring, Recurly, or Bolt. [02:10] Eliminate background noises during podcast recordings using Krisp. [02:44] Increase your revenue using sales platforms that add upsells. [03:08] Simplify your reporting using Supermetrics. [03:20] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Zest Cameo copytesting.com ConversionXL Bolt FastSpring Recurly PayPal Krisp Shopify ReferralCandy SamCart ClickFunnels Supermetrics Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unorthodox Marketing Hacks You Ought to Leverage | Ep. #620
In episode #620. Eric and Neil discuss 7 unorthodox marketing hacks. Tune in to hear what you could be doing to drive conversions. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Unorthodox Marketing Hacks You Ought to Leverage [00:35] #1: When driving people to your website, less than 5% will convert. For the 95% that don’t convert, re-market them with an opposite pitch (logical vs. emotional). [01:22] #2: Every month, when Drift launches a new feature, they treat it as a product launch, which helps to keep them top-of-mind. Product Hunt is a great tool for this. [02:22] #3: There is a program on LinkedIn that gives a special button that populates their LinkedIn info into a form, so they have less work to do. This will increase your leads and conversions, because there is less work to be done [02:59] #4: Build a repurposing framework. Think about all the content you can take even further (turning a blog post into a video, social media post, webinar, etc.). [03:36] #5: To increase your traffic, start doing things people wouldn’t normally do. [04:01] The best way to get people from your blog to your landing page/product page is to place banner ads within your blog. [04:27] #6: Offer something for free for the cost of shipping. [04:57] Russell Brunson built his company by doing this. [05:10] #7: Give people options in your ads. [05:22] Within the first 30 seconds of a video about learning guitar, the instructor offered a link for beginners and a link for more advanced students. [06:04] That’s it for today! [06:06] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unorthodox SEO Strategies and Tactics that You Should Try | Ep. #118
In Episode #118, Neil and Eric drop 7 unorthodox SEO strategies you might be missing out on. Listen to learn what these 7 strategies and tactics are and discern whether these tools can fit your current business’ SEO plan. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Unorthodox SEO Strategies and Tactics That You Should Try 00:33 – #1 Use Scrapebox to find people within your space that talk about particular topics 01:43 – #2 Tube Buddy will tell you how your video is ranked 02:29 – #3 Brand loyalty—create new ideas to promote brand loyalty 03:29 – #4 Link blending 04:08 – Link to other credible sources beyond your own 04:44 – #5 Neil uses Animagraffs for animated infographics 05:33 – These visual infographics get so many links 06:08 – #6 Write original researched pieces of content 07:25 – #7 Translate your content 08:09 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Keep coming up with NEW ideas to promote brand loyalty to your consumers. Try NOT to overuse your links—extend to other credible sources. Create original researched content and translate them for your audience. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Unusual Marketing Tools That’ll Help You Grow | Ep. #588
In episode #588, Eric and Neil discuss marketing tools that can help you grow your business. Tune in to hear which tools Eric and Neil swear by. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Unusual Marketing Tools That’ll Help You Grow [00:37] Tool #1: Frame.io is a cool tool that allows you to leave feedback on videos to help push them through the creation process. [01:17] Tool #2: Zapier helps automate a lot of your marketing apps. It can connect with HubSpot or Drip. [01:50] Your marketing team doesn’t have to create systems to organize their output, because Zapier does it for you. [02:00] Tool #3: TubeBuddy allows you to AB test different thumbnails, schedule things ahead of time, and see which tags are viable for your YouTube videos. [02:15] It can also show you how other channels are doing in comparison to yours. [02:27] Tool #4: Full Story allows you to do user recordings “on steroids”. [03:00] Tool #5: Front is a collaborative email inbox. [03:15] You can assign emails to other people and make it available to them. [03:30] It also syncs with Base. [03:52] Tool #6: Clearbit helps you to connect with a lot of existing tools like Drip. It lets you know important background info on email and chat identities, so you know who the viable customers are. [04:44] Tool #7: Snip.ly lets you take posts and overlay your offer or content. [05:25] It helps to re-target people. [05:47] That’s it for today! [05:53] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways SEO Will Change in The Next Decade | Ep. #1260
In episode #1260, we share our take on how SEO will change in the next ten years. Imagine being able to search by simply thinking about it – this is the direction Neuralink seems to be taking consumer experience in the next decade. Tune in to hear why we believe partnerships between different countries and tech companies will become increasingly important. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Ways SEO Will Change in the Next Decade. [01:19] Why SEO is not going anywhere as long as humans and robots exist. [01:50] How Neuralink is changing the playing field on the human-computer connection. [02:29] How search options and devices will expand in the next decade. [03:11] Smart home devices like Alexa becoming even smarter and more developed. [03:48] Search is going to become a remarketing game. [05:02] The opportunity to boost SEO by translating content into other languages. [05:46] Keeping in mind that while the US is the superpower today, it might change. [06:02] Why video is going to be the future of content. [07:14] The countries that will become more powerful and why partnerships will increase. [07:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Gary Vaynerchuk Elon Musk Neuralink Alexa Google Home Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways To Get More People To Open Your Emails | Ep. #148
In Episode #148, Eric and Neil discuss 7 ways to get more people to open your emails. Tune in to find out how tweaking and adjusting your subject line can lead to a higher open rate. In addition to this, Eric and Neil also stress that providing consistent, high quality content plays a huge factor in maintaining high open rates. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways To Get More People To Open Your Emails 00:41 – The open rate with the subject “Hey!” is 60% 00:48 – Invokes curiosity 01:12 – Add RE: to the subject line 01:32 – Open rate goes up at least 10% 01:37 – Add the receiver’s name on the subject line 02:25 – The line “[First name], I need a favor….Can you help me?” works well 02:40 – Telling the receivers that the deal is “Starting now” or “Almost expiring” 02:50 – The last minute signups for webinars are from those types of emails 03:23 – Use different email sender names 03:57 – Add the question “Are you joining us?” on the subject line 04:40 – Don’t copy other email templates 05:08 – Use an appealing pre-header 06:03 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Be creative—always adjust your email template making it new and original. Tweak and test different email headers and see what works for your campaign. Having a high open rate doesn’t always equate to high sales – focus on delivering consistent, quality content. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways To Grow Fast on Clubhouse #1690
7 Ways To Grow Fast On Clubhouse In episode #1690, we give you the seven best ways to grow fast on Clubhouse. Eric and Neil have both been utilizing this new audio-based social media platform to great success recently. From hosting your own rooms to farming more efficiently using old-school earphones, tune in and hear all the ways our hosts have found to use the platform most effectively. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:29] Today’s topic: 7 Ways To Grow Fast On Clubhouse. [00:40] Stand out by hosting your own rooms. [01:12] Cross-pollinate audiences by doing interviews on Clubhouse. [02:12] Grab extra airtime by talking for as long as possible. [02:38] Consistency is as important on Clubhouse as on other social media. [03:21] Use old earphones to make farming less distracting. [04:15] Quotes do well on social media, so drop knowledge bombs. [05:08] Remembering to repurpose Clubhouse content on other channels. [05:45] That is it for today! [05:46] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to learn more about our free community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Grant Cardone Larry Kim Howard Marks Michael Dubin Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways To Keep Your Marketing Knowledge Fresh | Ep. #1414
In episode #1414, we give you seven ways you can use to keep your marketing knowledge fresh! There is a whole bunch of thought leadership out there on this topic and today you’ll hear tips for how to use software platforms, link with people, and filter, save, and connect to content so you can keep up to date with the best of it! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Keep Your Marketing Knowledge Fresh. [00:30] Following the world’s best thought leaders on Twitter, and saving to Pocket. [01:11] How to hone in on the best of what YouTube creators have to offer. [01:45] Staying on top of lesser-known trends by reading paid newsletters. [02:26] Checking out industry-related events many of which are held online now. [03:05] Copywriting advice to be found at marketingexamples.com. [03:43] Learning from your competition on podcasts! [04:24] Joining groups and learning from those you follow on Facebook. [05:03] That’s it for today! [05:05] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Pocket The Hustle Axios The Information Hot Pod News Wall Street Journal The Economist New York Times marketingexamples.com Growth Everywhere Leveling Up Chris Von Wilpert Sumo Group Joel Erway Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways To Skyrocket Your LinkedIn Engagement | Ep. #1231
In episode #1231, we share seven strategies that you can use to boost engagement on your LinkedIn significantly. We highlight LinkedIn’s great capacity for going live and teach you how to leverage tagging, commenting, opening lines, SRT video files, and your social media ring to get that user engagement popping off! Find out some tips you won’t hear anywhere else right here today. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Seven Ways to Skyrocket Your LinkedIn Engagement. [00:30] The great capacity of LinkedIn for going live due to its organic audience. [00:52] Boosting virality through getting and replying to comments. [01:32] How a great opening line can act as a brilliant hook. [02:10] Using the pencil icon and SRT files when uploading video content. [02:27] Tag people in your posts, but make sure they are posts that add value. [02:52] The value of having a social media ring for building post momentum. [03:15] Some ways to build up a social media ring such as using texts or emails. [03:50] That’s it for today! [03:53] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: LinkedIn subscribers.com Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways You Can Add Link Building to Your Daily Routine | Ep. #230
In Episode #230, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 ways you can add link building to your daily routine. Take note of how you can incorporate simple strategies into your daily routine to build your links such as emailing people you’ve linked out to in the past or having a daily, SEO tracking system in place. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways You Can Add Link Building to Your Daily Routine 00:38 – First is to have a process in place 01:29 – Go to your old blog posts and email 10 people a day that you’ve linked out to 02:08 – Create link alerts for your competitor 02:17 – Use Ahrefs to get access and create link alerts 02:52 – It’s become more targeted 02:59 – The more people who know about you and your company, the more links you get 03:05 – One simple way to get links is to have an interview or podcast 03:57 – Interview Valet can guarantee you a number of interviews a month 04:13 – Fifth is to see the links that tend to rank well 04:19 – Use Google Search Console 04:25 – Authority Labs can track your ranking 04:41 – Eric Enge of Stone Temple Consulting did a study on this 04:54 – Link building is about time 05:04 – Search for “broken link checker” 05:40 – Link roundup link building 05:45 – You have to create good content 06:28 – Subscribe, rate and review and get a chance to win a free copy of Authority Labs 06:39 – Text marketingschool to 33444 06:48 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Having a process for everything can make life easier for you – including hiring. Make you and your company known in your niche – the bigger your reach, the more links you get. Link building is about time – the longer it is out there, the more links you will have. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways You Can Use Video to Improve Conversion Rates | Ep. #250
In Episode #250, Eric and Neil discuss 7 ways you can use video to improve conversion rates. Tune in to learn the type videos you should have, where they need to be placed, and the value of doing live video for your audience. Eric and Neil also discuss how to maximize your best video content to boost your conversion. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways You Can Use Video to Improve Conversion Rates 00:44 – Eric uses retargeting and remarketing for their blog 01:01 – This builds relationship and is based on the audience’s behavior 01:17 – Some of Neil’s sales come from remarketing 01:26 – Neil shows specific videos 01:39 – You can use your explainer videos, repeatedly 02:03 – Your explainer videos should answer objections and create a story 02:22 – Use Qualaroo or SurveyMonkey to know people’s objections before they buy 02:44 – Eric has a “thank you” video 03:11 – Fourth is to add a video to your homepage 03:30 – Talk about the problems people are facing 03:40 – Use the video to direct the people into your highest converting funnel 04:04 – Fifth is about the book Breakthrough Advertising 04:23 – DigitalMarketer covered the UPSYD model weeks ago 04:30 – Eric shares what UPSYD is 05:58 – Sixth, educate people through video or presentation (especially for new visitors) 06:15 – Last is to do live videos 06:23 – You can check the videos statistics and boost the ones that are working well 06:30 – Eric shares what he does when a user visits his free consultation page 07:05 – The Marketing School is giving away 5 annual copies of Ahrefs, this week 07:21 – Subscribe, rate and review the Marketing School Podcast 07:26 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 07:40 – Eric and Neil don’t get paid for the sponsorship and just want to give their audience cool stuff that they can use 08:12 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: An effective explainer video should answer your audience’s objections and problems. Use your videos to direct people to your highest converting funnel. If you haven’t hopped on live videos, now is the time—repurpose the ones that generate the most traffic. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Become a Thought Leader | Ep. #120
In Episode #120, Neil and Eric share the 7 ways you can become a thought leader. Listen as Neil shares his experience in becoming a thought leader to help you become one as well. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Become a Thought Leader 00:36 – Becoming a thought leader requires a mix of everything 01:17 – #1 Don’t just focus on one channel 01:46 – Neil describes how he became a thought leader 02:08 – Find your unique angle 03:22 – Join YEC (Young Entrepreneur Council) 03:45 – Go to LinkedIn and reach out to editors of large publications 04:19 – Using large publications is a bit overused, but still a good tactic 04:25 – #2 Guest post 04:42 – #3 Find your niche 05:36 – #4 Choose the platform you will use 06:49 – #5 Do something that makes you stand out 07:32 – Neil does crazy experiments 07:57 – #6 Take whatever you can 08:57 – #7 Don’t forget to focus on PR 09:39 – Use free solutions with HARO 09:58 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Find your niche, find what SETS YOU APART. If you don’t stand out, you don’t get remembered. Don’t think that you’re too big or important for anything—just get your voice out there! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Boost Conversions on Retargeting Ads | Ep. #1495
In episode #1495, we give you seven ways to boost conversion on retargeting ads! In our conversation, we cover rotating your creative strategy, using different pages, case studies, testimonials, and more. Tune in to make sure you retarget and capture your audience, every time! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Boost Conversions on Retargeting Ads. [00:35] Rotating your creative strategies when retargeting. [01:16] Thinking about reach instead of conversions, especially on Facebook. [01:40] Video ads and spelling out exactly what your product or service does for customers. [02:16] The power of case studies and testimonials! [02:47] Re-marketing from your email traffic and maximizing those who give you micro-commitments. [03:22] Using lifetime value information and finding similar customers with this data. [03:46] Sending visitors to a different page when retargeting. [04:24] That is it for today! [04:28] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Build Deeper Relationships with Your Customers | Ep. #1165
In episode #1165, we share with you all the effective ways of building and strengthening the relationships with your customers. Connecting in person, giving thoughtful gifts, starting off on a good foot, and being generous are only a few of the ways in which you can make a lasting impression. Tune in to hear more about spotting opportunities and establishing yourself as a problem solver! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Build Deeper Relationships with Your Customers. [00:41] The value of connecting in person and why dinners are a great connection point. [01:35] Asking for honest feedback and trying to make their lives easier. [02:30] Giving quality gifts based on the interests of your customer. [04:20] The importance of starting off on the right foot and onboarding thoughtfully. [05:18] Checking in with people and seeing opportunities to make introductions. [05:55] A specific example of going above and beyond. [07:18] Maintaining an attitude of generosity, such as providing free trials or services. [07:48] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Giftology GSVlabs GSV Passport Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Gamify Your Social Media and Gain A Following #1866
In episode #1866, Neil and Eric share seven ways to gamify your social media to gain a following. From contests to giveaways, there are so many creative ways to engage people. You just have to know how. Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Gamify Your Social Media and Gain A Following [00:30] #1: Ask a question to facilitate discussion. [00:59] #2: Create a contest to get people to engage with and put your content. [01:35] #3: Do collabs to help your following grow. [01:56] #4: Have giveaways to generate a lot of shares. [03:00] #5: Connect with a social cause [03:16] #6: Encourage close friend on Instagram and provide special content [04:01] #7: Touch on trending topics to provide value. [04:38] That’s it for today! [04:38] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Timothy Sykes Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Get Cheap Marketing Labor | Ep. #917
In episode #917, we discuss 7 ways to get cheap marketing labor. Tune in to hear where you can find quality, affordable workers. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 Ways to Get Cheap Marketing Labor [00:35] 1: Upwork. [00:45] This is a way to find the best freelancers out there. The best ones are usually the freelancers who have made the most money. [01:10] 2: Check forums and communities on social media sites and blogs. [01:45] 3: Craigslist is another good resource. [02:02] You can find great writers and interns through this site. [02:22] 4: Sites like Moz have lists or tools to find digital marketing providers. [02:58] 5: Check college boards. [03:26] 6: Post a job listing on your podcast or blog site. You will be surprised. [03:57] 7: WeWorkRemotely is a place to post listings and find great freelance/remote workers. [04:19] That’s it for today! [04:25] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Get More Engagement on Social Media | Ep. #185
In Episode #185, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 ways you can get more engagement on social media. Tune in to learn some tips and tricks to grow your audience as well as some useful online tools that you can use to optimize engagement. It’s not just about growing your audience, but getting the RIGHT people to your website to boost that engagement. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Get More Engagement on Social Media 00:35 – First, go LIVE 00:47 – Instagram and Facebook are giving more priority to those who are live 00:55 – Second, repost content that did well after a month of posting 01:12 – Neil just reposted content and is doing well 01:30 – Third, Tag the people in your post 01:49 – Hashtagify can help you find the top hashtags on Instagram 02:05 – Fourth, build a community 02:18 – Interact and engage with people 02:35 – Fifth, make sure you’re scheduling at the right time 02:52 – Sixth, target the right audience 03:20 – Create a fan page in Facebook to know where your audience is coming from 04:16 – If you have a specific type of audience, adjust your settings to that specific interest/audience 04:20 – Lastly, have a great headline 04:43 – Go to Copyblogger and check their headlines’ post 04:48 – Check your competitors’ headlines on BuzzSumo 05:18 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Optimize your posts for a maximum reach. Interact and engage with people—frequently check your messages and reply to them. Targeting the right audience can increase your engagement. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Get People to Show Up to Your Webinar | Ep. #150
In Episode #150, Eric and Neil discuss 7 ways to get people to show up to your webinar. Webinars require planned marketing to get qualified leads to participate. Unlike podcasts, your webinar’s success depends on the number of people who show up. This is why it is of the utmost importance to make sure your attendance is high. Tune in to learn the tips and strategies you need to skyrocket your webinar show up rates. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Get People to Show Up to Your Webinar 00:34 – Make sure you are emailing people inviting them to your webinar 00:58 – Email works because people are busy and tend to forget 01:10 – Collect phone numbers from webinar registrations 01:13 – The lead is more qualified if they’re willing to get more information and stay committed 01:25 – An SMS provider like Twilio that is integrated to your webinar can send SMS reminders before the webinar starts 01:51 – Third, use social media ads 02:29 – You can retarget people based on their behavior 02:31 – Fourth, don’t make your webinar available too far in advance 02:57 – The closer your registration is to the start date of your webinar, the higher the attendance rates 03:39 – Use repeating webinars, and tools such as WebinarJam or EverWebinar 04:06 – Go to Neil’s website to check his repeating webinar 04:35 – Sixth is an indoctrination video 04:40 – A video showing people what to expect and what will be valuable to them 04:53 – Add a “thank you” video on the “thank you” page and ask them to complete a survey 05:30 – Lastly, hit your social media channels and do joint webinars 05:35 – HubSpot does joint webinars 06:07 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Having people sign-up for your webinar is easy; however, the real challenge is getting them to show up. Your webinar has to be of SUBSTANCE so people can’t bear to miss it. Utilize different online tools to get people to show up to your webinar. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Improve User Trust on Your Website | Ep. #83
In Episode #83 Neil and Eric discuss the 7 ways to improve user trust on your website. Listen as they drop which factors you can improve on, which ones you can add to your current website, and why being transparent still counts. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 ways to improve user trust on your website 00:34 – Add testimonials 01:08 – Add videos – because some testimonials are just made up! 01:50 – Add badges on your website like Google Partners and etc 02:26 – Add reviews 02:50 – Reach out to people to have your products honestly reviewed 03:34 – Have a great design on your website 04:04 – Go to land-book to check design ideas 04:24 – Check Dribbble for other people’s designs 04:48 – Transparency –people trust companies that are transparent! 05:08 – The more you can tell people help in transparency 05:57 – Buffer has good transparency 06:30 – Have badges from companies you’ve worked with 06:54 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Reach out to people for their honest reviews. Client feedback is extremely important in every business. Be transparent! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Increase Facebook Likes Without Spending a Dollar | Ep. #258
In Episode #258, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 ways to increase Facebook likes without spending a dollar. Increasing your Facebook likes doesn’t have to be an over-complicated process—sometimes all it takes is you asking and reaching out to the people you know. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Increase Facebook Likes Without Spending a Dollar 00:35 – First, add the Facebook Widget to your website 00:50 – Second is building up your fan page 01:03 – Use your personal profile to connect with other individuals 01:10 – Do shoutout for shoutout 01:33 – Third is to simply ask 01:44 – Send an intro email to your list asking them to like your page 01:50 – Look at your competitor’s posts in BuzzSumo and type in the SEO keywords that are getting likes 02:08 – Share your competitor’s content and ask them to like or share your page, too 02:28 – Just create great content, in general 02:50 – Eric would write content and if people liked it, they would share it 03:07 – Sixth, focus on timing 03:31 – Promoting your content 03:44 – Reach out to people who can do direct outreach 03:48 – Use Pitchbox to help you organize your outreach 04:00 – Boosting a post can also increase your page likes 04:09 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Build up your fan page by connecting with people using your personal profile. Simply ask people to like your page – there’s no harm in sending out an email requesting so. Track the best time that people are engaging, then promote and organize your outreach accordingly. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Keep Potential Clients Engaged During Business Pitches | Ep. #440
In Episode #440, Eric and Neil discuss seven ways to keep potential clients engaged during business pitches. Tune in to learn the value of being honest, using story, and ensuring that your clients are the ones doing most of the talking to increase their level of engagement. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Keep Potential Clients Engaged During Business Pitches 00:34 – First, make sure that you go above and beyond in preparing for the meeting 01:00 – Make the client feel good about the whole experience 01:11 – Second, utilize storytelling in a way that gets people engaged and hooked 01:29 – Instead of talking about yourself, talk about the client and asks the right questions 01:43 – Fourth, be honest 02:12 – Fifth, show your clients what you can do for them via a conversation 02:44 – Eric uses UberConference; your client should be talking 70% of the time 03:01 – Pay attention to the other person and respond/act according to their reactions 03:24 – Seventh, have something visual; Eric uses Zoom for his presentations 04:10 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 04:23 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 04:28 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Prepare for the meeting—make sure your potential clients have an unforgettable experience. Make your client talk—asks the right questions and respond to their reactions. Create visuals to enhance the experience. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Make Existing Content Better | Ep. #93
In Episode #93 Neil and Eric tackle the 7 ways you can make your existing web content better. They’ll highlight the importance of upgrading content, and injecting triggers that force readers to engage with posts. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Make Existing Content Better 00:35 – Number 1: Upgrade your content Digital Marketer did a good job in explaining how they upgraded their content 01:41 – Number 2: Segment your content 01:48 – Add headings 01:53 – Ask your readers a few questions 02:50 – Number 3: Look for underperforming posts 03:43 – Number 4: Do a quick competitor analysis 03:52 – BuzzSumo and Twitter Search 04:28 – Look at the comments and see what they’re pointing out 04:54 – Number 5: Check out Bucket Brigades on Backlinko 05:12 – Instead of having huge walls of text, do it as far as one sentence 05:45 – Number 6: Use Hemingway to help you write better 06:11 – Number 7: Have a custom image through Design Pickle 06:54 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Not every reader is looking for the same thing – segment your content. Your competitor’s content might not be relevant to your company, so don’t copy it. You don’t need to be a pro in writing and marketing – there are a lot of tools available to help you. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Make Money from Your First Blog | Ep. #242
In Episode #242, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 ways to make money from your first blog. Tune in to find out the value of partnering with others, how to find and create the right services and products for your audience, and other methods that have been tested and proven by Eric and Neil. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Make Money from Your First Blog 00:33 – When you already have an audience, put up an affiliate offer 01:12 – Second, think about partner deals 01:22 – Neil shares an example of a deal he can make with Eric 01:40 – It is more “high end” 02:02 – Third is advertising, but make sure the numbers work for you 03:01 – Podcasting advertising is a bit better 03:12 – Fourth is product reservices 03:19 – As your blog collects emails, you can pitch them some services or products 03:50 – Fifth, consulting can also drive money to your blog 03:58 – Eric uses Pat Flynn as an example 04:43 – Neil shares what he learned from doing his first vlog 04:50 – Try unique blog sponsorship 05:01 – Instead of receiving cash, you can get stuff for free 05:19 – Lastly, create tools 05:30 – If you have an audience, make a tool tailored towards them 05:42 – Use SurveyMonkey to ask them for feedback regarding the tools they need 05:53 – Go to CodePen to hire someone who can create the tool for you 06:06 – You can charge recurring fees from the tools you put out there 06:11 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Consider your audience – know their needs and desires. Sponsorship comes in all forms – not just cash. Create a great partnership with other bloggers to grow your network and traffic. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Nail the Skyscraper Technique | Ep. #92
In Episode #92 Neil and Eric list the 7 ways to nail the Skyscraper Technique. Listen to learn how these techniques can be utilized to help your website content rank on Google, and discover what kind of content gets the most readers. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:26 – Today’s topic: How to Nail the Skyscraper Technique in 7 Ways 00:35 – Skyscraper Technique was coined by Backlinko 00:43 – Look to create content 10x better than the first result 01:08 – Number 1: Add content that is more advanced 02:38 – Number 2: Have unique data 03:12 – Number 3: Make your content really simple 05:01 – Number 4: Promotion 05:10 – BuzzSumo 05:32 – EmailHunter 06:23 – Number 5: Utilize your headline 06:38 – Google “Copy Blogger Headline Formula” 07:05 – Focus on crafting a good headline 07:41 – Number 6: Make use of content upgrades 08:30 – Number 7: Use analysis and testing for long form blog posts 08:35 – Use Crazy Egg for A/B testing 08:53 – What helped increase to increase readership Blog post that is conversational Blog post that asks questions throughout Small images that help bring about main points Paragraphs 3 to 6 lines tend to create more engagement 09:53 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: A better post doesn’t necessarily mean a longer one. Simplicity in content is extremely important. All SEO tools don’t work for all businesses. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Optimize Your Marketing Proposals | Ep. #116
In Episode #116, Neil and Eric list the 7 ways you can optimize your marketing proposals. Listen to learn more about optimizing proposals so you can ace that deal you’ve been aiming for. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 ways to optimize your marketing proposals 00:31 – #1 Don’t talk about how great your company is 01:02 – #2 Don’t assume the decision maker will talk to you 01:23 – Make sure to have case studies in the proposal 01:38 – Show screenshots where the business is messing up 02:00 – #3 Use Qwilr or Bidsketch—this will help you make nice proposals 02:43 – #4 Learn from the people you don’t close 03:27 – #5 People want something customized for them 04:07 – #6 Don’t send people proposals right away 05:16 – #7 Don’t just send the proposal—walk them through it 06:00 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: It’s not about you or your company, it’s about them! Get feedback from the people who didn’t close a deal with you—learn from it. Talk to people in detail before sending your proposals. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Repurpose Your Content | Ep. #221
In Episode #221, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 ways to repurpose your content. Repurposing your content is a great opportunity to extend your reach and maximize the value of your content. Tune in to find out key strategies of how to repurpose your content in the best way possible and how to avoid the risk of sounding too repetitive. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 Ways to Repurpose Your Content 00:40 – Repurposing is maximizing your content 01:07 – First, publish to multiple channels at once 01:32 – Use Libsyn for podcasts and Edgar for social media channels 01:40 – Second is reposting 02:05 – Slice up your content into different topics—rename and optimize it 02:42 – Turn your most popular blog post into a podcast 02:58 – Base it on the most social shares 03:15 – Fifth, put it into SlideShare 03:25 – SlideShare is owned by LinkedIn and you might get into the B2B audience this way 03:40 – Sixth is a partnership 03:53 – Have a partner website and cross-post your content 04:02 – Do webinars, too! 04:32 – Seventh is to use your content in speaking engagements 04:50 – Most people haven’t seen or heard your stuff so it’s great opportunity to share what you know to others for the first time 05:26 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Repurposing is maximizing the content that drives people to your website. Turn your long post into multiple, smaller ones by creating different headlines and optimizing on each point. Repurposing is also helpful for boosting your traffic and expanding your content’s reach. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 Ways to Use Zapier & IFTTT to Speed Up Your Workflow | Ep. #117
In Episode #117, Neil and Eric share 7 ways you can use Zapier and IFTTT to efficiently speed up workflow. Listen to discover new and effective ways to help you automate your business. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 ways to use Zapier and IFTTT to speed up your workflow 00:36 – Zapier and IFTTT allow you to hook in and connect your web applications 01:08 – IFTTT is targeted more for the consumer while Zapier is more for a B2B 01:27 – #1 Zapier acts as a central location for content and pushes notifications if anything changes or comes up 02:09 – #2 Zapier automatically save tweets on a Google spreadsheet where you can go back to see which messages did well 03:02 – #3 If you’re using BidSketch or Qwilr—when a new proposal is signed, Zapier will create an automatic Quickbooks customer account, notify you on Slack, send an on-boarding email and create a Basecamp project 03:47 – #4 IFTTT sends email notifications when you’re mentioned on other websites 04:43 – #5 When there is a new Intercom email, IFTTT pushes it to our Salesforce and to Slack to notify us 05:15 – #6 With IFTTT, we get an email notification on what’s trending. For example, we get notifications with what’s happening on Giphy and Google Trends 06:27 – #7 Zapier and IFTTT can help you automate your social media 06:57 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Zapier and IFTTT are both tools that can help you repurpose your content. Discover the possibilities you can use with Zapier and IFTTT by trying out new workflows. You can use Zapier and IFTTT to get notified on the latest trends. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 WordPress Plugins You Ought to Use | Ep. #431
In Episode #431, Eric and Neil discuss 7 WordPress plugins you ought to use. Tune in and take note of the plugins that you need for your WordPress site—especially if it is the face of your business. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7 WordPress Plugins You Ought to Use 00:35 – First tool is the Yoast SEO plugin 00:41 – It will give you the foundational tool 00:52 – Second tool is VaultPress so that you can backup your blog, especially if it’s your business 01:10 – Have a tool for content upgrades like Thrive Leads and OptinMonster 01:33 – Breadcrumbs NavXT can be added to your WordPress theme 01:45 – Fifth is to have a plugin checklist like WP Blog Checklist 02:13 – Sixth: check out Comments Not Replied To so you won’t miss out on any comments 02:27 – Seventh is a cache plugin to manage your blog speed 03:05 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 03:13 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 03:17 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: A SEO plugin will be the foundation of your WordPress website. Content upgrades helps your site attain more and more leads. Maximize different plugins that are available for WordPress, they are made for a reason! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 YouTube Ad Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 | Ep. #895
In episode #895, we discuss useful YouTube ad hacks. Tune in to hear which hacks will help you crush 2019. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 7 YouTube Ad Hacks That’ll Crush it in 2019 [00:35] 1: Make an offer with a countdown. [01:00] 2: Use YouTube to drive people to another video, instead of your site. [01:30] This is a less expensive CPA. [01:43] 3: Use a tool like TootBuddy, which allows you to find your tag rankings and other useful stats. [02:11] 4: Drive ads to your videos for higher engagement. [02:41] 5: Use videos for retargeting. [02:52] Cram your message in as quickly as possible. [03:18] 6: Drive ads to a sort of “choose your own adventure”. [03:40] The options allow the customer to customise their experience. [03:53] 7: Custom Intent Audiences are great ways to target the right customers based on search history. [04:31] That’s it for today! [04:38] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7 marketing trends we are excited about #1692
7 Marketing Trends We Are Excited About In episode #1692, we share the seven trends that make us the most excited this quarter. We get into cohort-based courses, drop-in audio, and the rise of podcasting in more countries. You’ll also hear about the value of translating your content, fads in the NFT space, going live for podcast interviews, and growing organically using short format video! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:29] Today’s topic: 7 Marketing Trends We Are Excited About. [00:32] Investing in cohort-based courses. [01:25] Podcasting is starting to get bigger in places where it wasn’t before. [02:42] The drop-in audio feature should expand even more. [03:22] Expanding your audience by translating your content. [03:57] Pollution in the NFT space for the next few years. [04:32] Hosting your podcast on the Live feature of different social platforms. [05:11] The organic reach of shorter format videos. [05:59] That is it for today! [06:00] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to learn more about our free community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Didactic Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7-Point Content Promotion Checklist | Ep. #196
In Episode #196, Eric and Neil discuss the 7-point content promotion checklist. Many people focus too much of their energy on the creating side of content, when really, their energy needs to be spent on promoting it. Tune in to see whether you’re hitting these 7 strategies that help in promoting your content. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7-Point Content Promotion Checklist 00:35 – 20% of your time should be spent creating the content and the 80% should be spent promoting it 00:59 – 1: Hit your social media channels 01:00 – Use Meet Edgar to schedule your posts 01:36 – 2: Think of websites you can link to 02:09 – 3: The paid channels can boost your post for only $1/day 02:33 – Facebook Insights can be used to boost your post 03:30 – 4: Look for who shares similar content 03:54 – Send them an email asking if they’d be willing to share it 04:23 – 5: Make sure you’re repurposing the content 04:58 – 6: Make your headline appealing 05:05 – Test your headline ideas on your friends or people in your network 05:30 – 7: Continue to build and push out your email list 06:10 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Spend the majority of your time promoting the content you’ve written—this is especially important if you’re starting out. Boost your social media channels and leverage it. A good headline attracts traffic, so make it appealing and compelling! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7-Point Facebook Advertising Checklist | Ep. #197
In Episode #197, Eric and Neil discuss the 7-point Facebook advertising checklist. Tune in to find out how you can best leverage Facebook advertising for your marketing campaign. Eric and Neil discuss 7 key tips that will get you on track to increasing your sales and click-through rates. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7-Point Facebook Advertising Checklist 00:35 – First, have a good image 00:48 – Use tools like Canva 00:53 – A good image drive means a good click-through rate 01:06 – Second, have a lot of text 01:18 – The more persuasive the text and the more stories you have, the better the conversion 01:37 – Third, try different objectives and see the results 02:21 – If you need people to register for something, go with the website conversion objective if that’s what you need if you want conversion in your website 02:28 – If that isn’t working or you want to try something new, try clicks and see what works better for you 02:42 – Fourth, make sure that ad frequency is less than 2 02:48 – More than 2 is a waste of money 03:03 – Fifth, be mindful of your “ad scent” 03:08 – Make sure that your images or videos are congruent to your landing page 03:35 – Sixth, have a new ad account and duplicate your campaign 04:06 – Seventh, don’t be afraid to explore new ad ideas 04:10 – AdEspresso has a gallery of ads for inspiration 04:28 – Swiped has different long form landing page copy 04:41 – G-star has a good ad that is catchy video 05:03 – Rev has s caption service for your videos 05:17 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Facebook is one of the most effective platforms to have an advertisement. Congruent images to your message and a good amount of persuasive text increase click-through rate and conversions. Experiment and learn—you need to try different advertisement ideas to see what will work best for you. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7-Point SEO Checklist | Ep. #216
In Episode #216, Eric and Neil discuss the 7-point SEO checklist. Add these pointers to your checklist of things to look for in order to amplify your website’s SEO and boost your Google ranking. Find out the importance of mobile usability as well as page load speed to optimize your user experience. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7-Point SEO Checklist 00:43 – First is to use Screaming Frog Spider and OnPage to crawl your site 01:11 – Go through your pages in your sites and find duplicates 01:20 – Pages with the same topics should be combined 01:52 – You’re sending Google conflicting data 02:02 – Make sure to implement accelerated mobile pages 02:13 – It is a better experience for users 02:22 – Fourth, update your most popular content 02:45 – Fifth is mobile usability 02:49 – Run Google, mobile-friendly tests on your site to make sure your site is running well 03:04 – Sixth, check your bounce rate 03:15 – Make sure that it is decreasing 03:24 – As it decreases, your mobile ranking will climb 03:30 – Seventh is page load speed 03:33 – GTmetrix can analyze your speed performance 03:53 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Merge pages with the same topics; then, you won’t be sending Google conflicting data. Make sure your website is optimized for mobile – more people are using smartphones than computers on a daily basis. Redirect traffic from the pages with lesser views to the more popular pages. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
7-Point Website Redesign Checklist | Ep. #423
In Episode #423, Eric and Neil discuss the 7 point, website redesign checklist. Tune in to know what you need to consider before changing or redesigning your website. This way you can make the changes without any risk to your traffic. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: 7-Point Website Redesign Checklist 00:34 – First is to make sure that your website is designed with a strong SEO foundation 01:01 – For WordPress, build up your SEO first 01:12 – Second is to keep track of your existing URLs in a checklist 01:25 – Third is to NOT forget about your site speed 01:30 – Check GTmetrix to find out your site speed 01:41 – Fourth is to keep mobile in mind because a bigger percentage of website visitors are mobile users 01:50 – Use Google AMP framework 01:59 – Don’t forget about your pixels like the Google Analytics pixels and Facebook pixels 02:20 – Sixth is to figure out the copy for your content before redesigning it 02:35 – Last is to check your website’s resolution in different browsers using Browseo 03:02 – Think about your website responsive design, too 03:15 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Crazy Egg which is a heat-mapping analytics tool 03:25 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway for multiple entries 03:35 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: SEO is very important for websites so make sure that your SEO foundation is strong. Since most people are on mobile, make sure your website is optimized for mobile so they get the best viewing experience possible. Design and website response are crucial for the user experience. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
8 Lessons Learned From 2,000 Episodes of Podcasting #2000
In episode #2000, Neil and Eric talk about what they’ve learned from 2,000 episodes of podcasting. Tune in to hear the story of how they started this podcast and learn more about the methods that have worked for them over the years, and what hasn’t. You won’t want to miss this special episode on their long journey from episode #1 to #2000! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: 8 Lessons Learned From 2,000 Episodes of Podcasting. [00:35] The story of how we started this podcast. [01:00] Why podcasting won’t derive as much revenue as you expect. [01:20] How using an omnichannel method and effective branding helps your podcast. [01:35] How the sales cycle is shortened due to the level of trust you build with a podcast host. [02:13] Podcasting’s ability to help you access an entirely new audience. [02:50] Why podcasting is still a blue ocean, but it’s also challenging. [03:38] How offline events can energize your audience and community. [04:10] Use a tool like Chartable to track your demographics. [05:16] The importance of building an audience through social media when you first launch your podcast. [05:38] How repurposing and native repurposing have helped us grow our podcast. [06:40] That’s it for today! Please tag us in your post celebrating our 200th episode! [06:58] Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! [07:03] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event in Austin, Texas! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Chartable Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
8 Things You Should Know About Facebook Ads | Ep. #97
In Episode #97 Neil and Eric highlight the 8 things you need to know about Facebook ads. Whether you’re using Facebook as your main advertorial platform, or just using it to occasionally boost revenue, this is the Marketing School episode for you. Enjoy! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: 8 Things You Should Know About Facebook Ads 00:37 – Facebook ads are getting a lot more powerful 01:08 – Frequency 01:51 – Video Ads 02:11 – Screenflow or any screen casting tool 02:53 – “We have people watch our video and then we retarget those people” 03:28 – Don’t increase your ad spend too quickly 04:27 – Use variations and test…then test again. 04:37 – AdEspresso will allow you to make different permutations and headlines 04:53 – Qwaya 05:22 – Do campaigns with more ads 06:03 – When you make ads, drive all traffic to one post—make it singular, don’t have too many avenues for people to pursue 07:04 – Look at your settings and device types—how well do they intermingle? It’s important to know. 07:58 – Ezra Firestone drives mobile traffic then retargets that traffic 08:26 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Always add new creatives, keep your message on Facebook FRESH. If you don’t have a blog—use video ads. Hook people with an initial, video-driven ad. Then, retarget, retarget, retarget! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
95% of You Will Ignore This SEO Strategy | Ep. #635
In episode #635, Eric and Neil discuss an important SEO strategy. Tune in to hear what you may have been overlooking. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: 95% of You Will Ignore This SEO Strategy [00:36] Branding is what separates good companies from the bad. [01:30] If you don’t know how popular a brand is, it’s hard to outrank them. [02:00] Neil’s strategy used to be: create good content, create value, wait for results. [02:04] This wasn’t the best strategy. [02:15] His best branding strategy was the “Who is Neil Patel?” campaign. [02:45] BuzzSumo has a great alert system that will help you track your brand. [02:51] Neil likes to use Google Trends, which is free. [03:03] Google Search Console is also a great way to track your progress. [03:10] GSC tracks farther back than 90 days, which is more helpful when gauging progress. [04:15] The stronger your brand, the higher your domain authority. [04:40] That’s it for today! [04:44] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A $3000 Story. Was it Really Worth It? | Ep. #1246
In episode #1246, we talk about a $3,000 story and if it was really worth it or not? Have you ever invested in something and then wondered if it was actually money well-spent? For today’s show, Neil interviews Eric on his experience of spending $3,000 to go to a conference to discover if it was really worth the hype. Tune in to discover the importance of building a story for your brand, where to use it, and Eric’s three biggest takeaways from attending the event. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: A $3,000 Story: Was it Worth it or Not? [00:47] When it is better to opt for the book: better value for money. [01:09] Why Eric decided to build an external story for his brand. [01:43] What convinced Eric to attend the conference? [02:23] The story Eric created for ClickFlow: what do they do? [03:40] The process you go through at the conference: creating your brand script. [04:44] Brand script for ClickFlow: what does a brand script entail? [05:38] How to access a brand script template for your business. [06:14] Three biggest tips Eric learned from the conference. [07:50] Understanding where to implement or use your story in your marketing. [08:31] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Building a StoryBrand Yaniv Masjedi Nextiva Donald Miller StoryBrand Conference Clickflow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Brilliant Example of Conference Marketing | Ep. #923
In episode #923, we discuss a brilliant example of conference marketing. Tune in to hear who and what we are talking about. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Brilliant Example of Conference Marketing [00:35] Drift is a chatbot company. [00:55] Drift is sponsoring Saastr, but instead of getting a booth, they are offering a VIP experience for the conference. [01:30] Check out what they are offering. [02:50] Neil no longer uses Intercom, because it is too expensive. [03:10] Meanwhile, Drift is being creative and trying something new. [03:26] Just because something isn’t a good ROI, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try it. [04:55] Burning money to be a leader is worth it if you’re a big company like Drift. [05:22] “Conversational Marketing” is similar to inbound marketing. Drift coined this term in order to compete with Intercom and similar competitors. [05:55] That’s all for today! [06:30] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Continue listening to our podcast for further details. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Good Culture Affects Your Marketing. Here’s How You Build A Great One | Ep. #1281
In episode #1281, we talk about how a good company culture affects your marketing and how you can go about building it. It is no coincidence that so many of the most successful leaders in the world of entrepreneurship put the utmost emphasis on culture. Join is to hear about the benchmarks of great culture and what you should focus on! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: How a Good Culture Affects Your Marketing. [00:39] The common denominator in big, very successful companies. [01:49] The importance of people in building culture and companies. [02:30] Transparency, similar values, culture-fit and priorities. [04:00] Culture is about what you do, not what you have. [04:57] Why the best leaders in the world obsess over company culture. [05:23] Growth-oriented people will serve you bette than money-oriented people. [06:24] That is it for today! [06:26] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Glassdoor Richard Branson Virgin Disney Zappos Delivering Happiness Ben Horowitz Andreessen Horowitz What You Do is Who You Are Mindvalley Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Lebron James Card Sold For $1.8M (And How It Applies to Marketing) | Ep. #1516
In episode #1516, we talk about how the LeBron James basketball card that sold for 1.8 million dollars applies to marketing. Right now we are seeing a resurgence in card collecting trends and much of it comes down to nostalgia, scarcity, and subjective tastes around art. Many of these same feelings can be tapped into using marketing so tune in to hear how. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: How A LeBron James Basketball Card Sold for 1.8 Million Dollars and How it Applies to Marketing. [00:47] There is a resurgence in basketball and Pokemon cards at the moment. [01:18] If more people talk about something, prices for it will rise. [01:32] Cards can be thought about as art, which people pay insane prices for. [02:10] Understanding the scarcity mentality and how scarce things fetch high prices. [02:51] How to capitalize on the card trend with blog posts and card selling. [02:50] Beware that rapid rises in value also come with rapid decreases. [03:14] Increasing the value of your product or service by getting influencers on board. [04:00] Remembering trends are subjective and how to capitalize on them. [04:27] The rise in SEO versus social media marketing. [04:42] That’s it for today! [04:43] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Michael Jordan Kobe Bryant on Instagram LeBron James Pokémon Yu-Gi-Oh! Single Grain Louis Vuitton Google Trends Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A New SEO Report From Google That’ll Show You Where to Focus Your Efforts | Ep. #1034
In episode #1034, we discuss a new SEO report from Google. Tune in to hear where to find it and why it will prove so useful. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles. Check out the details on this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! DM Eric if you would like to participate in the VIP dinner. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A New SEO Report From Google That’ll Show You Where to Focus Your Efforts [00:45] The Discover Report comes from Google Search Console. [01:00] This feature allows you to see which pages and links have the most potential. [01:30] On your GSC overview, Discover is under “Performance”. [02:52] It’s so new that not everyone has the Discover Report link yet. [03:15] This will prove a powerful tool for upgrading existing content. [03:26] The report helps you focus your efforts on the right place. [03:34] That’s it for today! [03:41] We are almost at capacity for our live event, so register while you still can: Check out Single Grain for more info. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A New Way to Get More Traffic From LinkedIn | Ep. #947
In episode #947, we discuss the new way to get more traffic from LinkedIn. Tune in to hear the new way you can market yourself on LinkedIn. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A New Way to Get More Traffic From LinkedIn [00:33] LinkedIn Live is going to be the best new way to get more traffic. [00:47] They are pushing live extremely hard right now. [01:02] Just go live! [01:06] It’s doesn’t have to be great; either way you will still get more traffic. [01:40] Live is invite only right now. [02:03] This is the kind of thing that has a first-movers advantage. [02:19] Wirecast is integrated with LinkedIn, which is a great way to go live. [02:32] That’s it for today! [02:38] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Really Cheap Way to Get Kim Kardashian to Promote Your Business | Ep. #678
In episode #678, Eric and Neil discuss cheap ways you can get celebrities to promote your business. Tune in to hear how you can get affordable celebrity plugs! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Really Cheap Way to Get Kim Kardashian to Promote Your Business [00:38] There is a site called Charitybuzz where celebrities post causes that are important to them. [00:53] You can bid money for a celebrity’s time and the money will go to their charity. [01:00] Tai Lopez probably uses this site. [01:15] You can get videos, podcast audio, etc. from big celebs. [01:25] You can’t be aggressive with your product, but you can do a meet and greet or get photos, video, audio and in effect promote your business. [02:08] Eric and Neil have had people do free work for them (they offered). [02:16] These people did their research and offered a solution in order to build a relationship. [02:33] Eric and Neil have a mutual friend who built a relationship with Neil, simply by being persistent. [02:58] People look at you in a different light when celebrities get involved. [03:18] It’s surprising how many of these celebrities have less money than you think. [03:26] Logan and Jake Paul crush Instagram, YouTube and their income is $1 Million per month. If these are the cream of the crop, think of others who probably don’t make as much, but have a similar influence level. [03:51] That’s all for today! [04:16] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Response: Neil’s Response to Critics On His New SEO Strategy | Ep. #714
In episode #714, Eric and Neil discuss the response to Neil’s SEO strategy. Tune in to hear why people think Neil’s strategy will fail. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Response: Neil’s Response to Critics On His New SEO Strategy [00:55] Neil had a concept where most of the marketing tools out there have tons of features that no one uses. [01:25] He figured he could build more usable versions and give them away for free. [01:40] Eric subscribed to a marketing podcast and the Marketing Director for AHREFS was on the show. [01:52] He and the two hosts ended up critiquing Neil’s strategy. [02:29] Most people don’t do anything with the “history”. [02:58] Neil believes his strategy is obvious. [03:25] Neil is unaware of the public response to his actions. [03:50] People think Neil is underestimating server costs and other expenses. [04:02] Critics also believe he is building up towards a paid tool. [04:20] Neil has no such plans. [04:54] The first version of Neil’s free tools will not have any link data. [05:55] Neil wants to add BuzzSumo-like reporting. [06:25] There are already basic capabilities in his free tools. [06:47] If no login is required for the tools, will someone create scrapers and destroy Neil’s server costs? [07:10] Neil thinks it is possible, but that it wouldn’t hurt him. [07:31] That is all for today! [07:59] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveaway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Simple Little Hack to Generate More Visitors (Without Spending on Ads) | Ep. #873
In episode #873, we discuss a simple hack to generate more visitors. Tune in to hear how you can increase your traffic and social media presence without spending money. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Simple Little Hack to Generate More Visitors (Without Spending on Ads) [00:40] Get your employees and team members to promote your products and content on social media. [02:04] You are earning views without having to pay for them. [02:25] Trade social media favors. [03:12] Eric’s team upvoted or liked his LinkedIn content and it helped promote his post. [04:30] This tactic has helped put people on the map. [05:01] That’s all for today! [05:05] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Simple Marketing Game Plan For the First 30 Days of 2020 | Ep. #1229
In episode #1229, we give you four marketing strategies that you can use to kick off 2020 in the best way possible. We thought that rather than us telling you what to do for the whole year, we’d start by just breaking down the first month. Make sure you spend your January branching out from your best platform, solving business issues weekly, leveraging online tools to increase web traffic, and getting closer to your audience using the omnichannel approach. Don’t miss out on this one and remember to bookmark it so you can listen to it again just before 2020 starts! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: A Simple Marketing Game Plan for the First 30 Days of 2020. [00:46] How to kick off 2020 right by doing one thing each week of January! [00:57] Leveraging similar platforms to your best one as a way of growing your audience. [02:06] Solving issues weekly and what that can do to keep your head above water. [03:05] What offering free tools on your website can do to increase its traffic. [04:09] Using the omnichannel approach to connect to your audience better. [05:37] That’s it for today! [05:50] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Facebook LinkedIn Instagram YouTube EOS Ubersuggest Code Canyon Gary Vaynerchuck Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Simple Marketing Lesson You Can Learn From The Henokiens | Ep. #1207
In episode #1207, we share the secret to what has made the Henokiens so successful for over two centuries. Focusing on the big picture rather than on short-term goals is guaranteed to make your business more sustainable in the long run. Tune in to hear why you should pay closer attention to your stakeholders than your shareholders! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: A Simple Marketing Lesson from the Henokiens. [00:46] Who the Henokiens are and what sets them apart from many others. [01:04] The problem with the short-term perspective of most companies today. [01:47] How certain companies manage to stand the test of time. [03:30] Why you have to think long-term rather than focusing only on short-term solutions. [04:25] Shifting the focus from shareholders to stakeholders and what it involves. [05:03] Accepting that focusing on the long game will take more time. [05:16] Why this approach is more difficult for us marketers. [05:47] That’s it for today! [05:56] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Henokiens Vanderbilt family Beretta TerraCycle TikTok Business Roundtable Salesforce Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Simple Way To Come Up With The Most Effective Marketing Ideas | Ep. #742
In episode 742, Eric and Neil discuss simple ways to come up with effective marketing ideas. Tune in to hear some simple hacks. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Simple Way To Come Up With The Most Effective Marketing Ideas [00:40] Spy on your competition! [00:55] AdBeat is a way to see all the ads a company is running and how their spend trends are running. [01:30] This also shows you which ads have been used for the longest period of time. [01:43] Go to your competitors’ web sites. [01:45] Track the changes that they make, because it will give you an idea of what is helping them grow. [02:00] If you go multiple times, you will get “cookied” and you will see all their ads and campaigns. [02:36] AHREFS Content Gap is a way to see all the different keywords your competition is ranking for that you are not. [03:09] Take those keywords to UberSuggest and you will get more ideas about how to use them. [03:25] Use BuiltWith to see what tech your competitors are using. This will give you an idea of how to expand. [03:50] If your competitors are using A/B Tests, it means they are sophisticated enough to make changes and boost conversions. [04:20] Facebook has added the “info and ad” section. This allows you to see all the ads one person or company is running. [04:52] Go to niche marketing conferences and pick up new marketing tactics. [05:14] Everyone is friendly and will prove helpful. [05:25] These conferences are a great place to pick up new hacks from reliable sources. [06:04] War Room is a good example of a niche conference. [06:24] That’s all for today! [06:28] If you could take two minutes out of your day, we are trying to improve the listening experience for you, so go to Singlegrain.com/survey and help us gain some insight into what matters to our listeners. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Simple Way to Go Viral on Twitter #2061
In episode #2061, Neil and Eric talk about a simple way to go viral on Twitter. From the research, our hosts have done and their personal experience in the space, they have found that Twitter threads tend to build high levels of engagement and thus go viral easily. Tune in and hear how to make Twitter threads by summarizing your blog posts, using the content expansion technique, and more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: A Simple Way to Go Viral on Twitter. [00:27] Creating Twitter threads that are like blog posts. [01:38] Using the content expansion technique to create Twitter threads. [02:38] A helpful framework for creating effective Twitter threads. [04:05] An opportunity to write Twitter threads for Eric. [04:34] That’s it for today. [04:35] Go to https://heroes.levelingup.com/epic/ to learn about our upcoming event! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Sign up for our live event in Austin from the 25th to the 27th of April: levelingup.com/epic Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Simple hack to Combine Facebook and Google Ads | Ep. #950
In episode #950, we discuss a simple hack to combine Facebook and Google Ads. Tune in to hear how you can use this hack. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Simple hack to Combine Facebook and Google Ads. [00:50] Rand Fishkin Tweeted about an interesting concept. [01:10] Links have a way of indicating from whence they came. [01:25] This makes it easier to figure out how to target someone. [02:05] Don’t forget the marketing rule of 7. [02:25] When someone engages with you on one platform, you can try to connect with them via other social channels. [03:00] The rule of 7 may be becoming the rule of 14. [03:50] Since you’re spending the money anyway, you may as well use all channels to target potential customers. [04:28] That’s all for today! [04:34] We hit our goal of 1 Million downloads! So, we will be throwing a free event in Los Angeles. Check out this website if you would like to attend. Remember: we are capping the event at 500 people, so sign up now, if you’re interested! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Sneaky YouTube Growth Hack That You Probably Haven’t Heard Of #2204
In episode #2204, Neil and Eric discuss a sneaky YouTube growth hack that you probably haven’t heard of before. Most social media platforms have introduced a live function over the past few years, but not everyone has given much thought to how you can optimally use it. We discuss how we’ve seen this application being used to great effect, and what this could mean for your social media channels. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: A Sneaky YouTube Growth Hack That You Probably Haven’t Heard Of. [00:25] How to use the live feature to grow your YouTube channel. [01:23] How to apply this growth hack to other social media platforms. [01:46] Why your content needs to be amazing for this strategy to work. [02:56] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:01] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Earth Shattering Blog Post | Ep. #805
In episode #805, Eric and Neil break down a step-by-step guide to writing earth-shattering blog posts. Tune in to hear what steps you should take to up your click-through rate. Eric and Neil have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Earth Shattering Blog Post [00:36] Earth shattering is something you want to link to, share, or tell your mom about. [01:00] Step 1: Format your blog post as Intro, Body, Conclusion. [01:20] End your blog post with a question to get more comments and engagement. [01:36] Step 2: Bucket Brigades. [02:20] Step 3: Every single claim needs to have cited sources. [02:48] Step 4: Use images and videos. [03:20] Optin Monster created a plug-in called YouTube Subscribe. [03:36] This helps you embed the video. [03:49] Amazon Polly will also help you from an SEO perspective. [04:05] Step 5: Make sure your headline will knock people’s socks off. Keep it short. Seven words is a nice length, on average. [04:40] It shouldn’t be too long, but also needs to be descriptive. [04:50] Get ideas from BuzzSumo. [05:25] Having compelling arguments will set you apart, [05:40] Step 6: Have someone proofread your content. [05:55] Step 7: Promote your work! [06:07] Find people that have mentioned or linked to similar content using BuzzSumo. [06:25] Reach out and build a relationship, so you can share links to each other’s works. [07:41] That’s it for today! [07:45] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help Eric and Neil meet their goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
A Stupidly Simple Way to Increase Your Time on Site by 19% | Ep. #664
In episode #664, Eric and Neil discuss a simple way to increase your time on site. Tune in to hear what you can do to give users a great experience. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: A Stupidly Simple Way to Increase Your Time on Site by 19% [00:35] Time on site meaning, time visitors spend on your site. [00:41] If you can increase the time spent on your site, Google will see this and up your ranking. [00:50] If you have a high time on site, you’re less likely to get hit by the Google Panda Update. [00:56] The panda update is all about measuring quality. [01:30] If your time on site is low, it’s a negative signal. [01:50] You want to deliver a good experience. [01:53] Amazon recently came out with a product called Amazon Polly. [01:57] Amazon Polly takes your text and converts it into an audio file. [02:14] Using this increased Eric and Neil’s dwell time by 19%. [02:25] Use the Polly WordPress plugin. [02:50] Make sure you add videos to your blog posts! [03:04] This has increased Neil’s dwell time. [03:25] Embed the videos wherever it makes sense. [03:55] Use Pocket on your mobile device: it’s a text-to-speech tool. [04:05] It will read articles to you. [04:08] That’s it for today! [04:12] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Ad Channels To Consider For This Year #2088
In episode #2088, Neil and Eric talk about ad channels to consider for this year. We share the excellent ROI we’ve been generating through TikTok, as well as how to get the most out of advertising on Quora. Learn about when to remarket your content through platforms like Google and why you need to pay attention to where your audience is spending their time. Tune in for some great tips on how to get the most out of ad channels this year! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Ad Channels To Consider For This Year. [00:34] Why now is a great time to advertise on TikTok. [01:14] How to get the most out of advertising on Quora. [01:40] Why you need to pay attention to where your audience is. [02:00] Other ad channels to consider like Amazon, Twitter, and Pinterest. [02:39] Why Next Door is great for targeting mothers. [02:50] Other advertising streams outside of platforms like email and podcasting. [03:11] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:14] Go to marketingschool.io/improve help us improve! [03:27] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: TikTok for Business Quora for Business Twitter Ads Amazon Ads Pinterest Ads Roku Ads Next Door Spotify Ads Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Ad Costs Will Continue To Skyrocket, Here’s How To Fix That #1682
In episode #1682, we give you actionable steps to decrease the amount you are spending on ads while continuing to keep conversions high. Advertising online means advertising in an auction-based environment, which means prices are not going to go down anytime soon. Hear how you can use product lear growth, A/B testing, solid SEO strategies, and more to hack online advertising today. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:29] Today’s topic: Ad Costs Will Continue To Skyrocket, Here’s How To Fix That [00:30] Social platforms are auction-based, meaning prices will keep going up. [00:58] Optimize conversions to squeeze more revenue out of each visitor. [01:32] Experience a new form of shopping and selling using B8TA. [02:10] Experiment with product-led growth instead of paying per click. [03:38] The compounding effects of a solid SEO strategy. [03:47] Targeting people based on what parts of your site they interact on. [04:10] Rotating between different versions of an ad. [05:46] Partner with relevant products and splitting the costs. [04:42] That is it for today! [04:45] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to learn more about our free community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: VWO Optimizely Google Optimize B8TA Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Advanced Hiring Techniques: How The Best CEOs Create An Unfair Advantage with Ayman Abdullah #2246
In episode #2246, we hear from Ayman Abdullah on advanced hiring techniques and how the best CEOs create an unfair advantage. Ayman is the former CEO of AppSumo where he helped take the company from $3 million to about $80 million in revenue per year. He is now a CEO Coach. In this session from the Leveling Up Founders Event, he sheds light on the playbook used by some of the top companies in the world to hire the best talent. Tune in to hear these helpful tips as well as some of the mistakes you’ll want to avoid! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Ayman Abdullah on Advanced Hiring Techniques. [00:43] The playbook used by some of the best companies in the world that nobody talks about. [00:55] How to find the people willing and able to be promoted into the role you’re recruiting for. [01:29] Why if you want a specific VP, you should hire them as an advisor. [01:51] Mistakes to avoid such as hiring too fast because you’ve lowered the bar. [02:19] How to relieve the pressure on your team if you can’t find the right candidate. [02:33] Why you shouldn’t be too passive in the hiring process. [02:49] Why you should never underpay. [03:49] How people who interview well don’t necessarily make the best hires. [04:07] Why skills tests should be part of your hiring process. [05:04] Why hiring is your number one job as a CEO. [05:16] Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com [05:47] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [05:54] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ayman Abdullah AppSumo Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Advanced Retention Strategies with Patrick Campbell #1947
In episode #1947, we are going to talk about advanced retention strategies with Patrick Campbell!
Advanced SEO Hack That Gets Results in Less Than 30 Minutes | Ep. #1129
In episode #1129, we discuss an advanced SEO hack that gets you results in less than 30 minutes. Tune in to hear the SEO hacks you should be implementing now. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: An SEO hack that gets results in under 30 minutes. [00:31] The hack is the Frequently Asked Questions page schema. [00:38] When you do a Google search, you’ll see suggestions of ‘People also search for’ topics. [00:54] If you create an SEO schema on your website’s Frequently Asked Questions page, you’ll take up more real estate on the Google search results page and you will see an increase in click-throughs. [01:12] When Neil did it, his click-through rate doubled, which is the average increase people see with this trick. [01:25] Rand Fishkin talked about how zero-click searches have surpassed organic clicks, so you have to try to win clicks once users reach the search results page. [01:53] Neil argues that you don’t want to manipulate Google results because that will hurt you in the long run. [02:00] Think long-term and think about what’s best for the user. [02:05] As more sites do this, Google will choose the best content to put on its search results, so it won’t benefit you to simply self-promote. [02:23] Matthew Woodward did this on his site and his click-through rate increased from 3% to 8%. [02:43] He has a video on how to do this along with the code he used. [02:50] Once you add the code, you have to go to Google Search Console and submit to index, and you’ll start seeing changes in the search results within minutes. [3:03] That’s it for today! [3:15] To attend our Growth Accelerator Mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Advanced SEO Todo List For Sites | Ep. #1139
In episode #1139, we give you an advanced SEO to-do list for 2020! Following our episode on the basic steps to optimize searchability and traffic for your new website, this episode is about how to get rolling for next year since we are already in September! Tune in to hear about page speed, power pages, and more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Advanced SEO To-do List for 2020. [00:34] What does advanced SEO mean? [01:15] Using the FAQ schema smartly to occupy more real estate. [02:06] Speed is an important factor, load your HTML from CDN’s! [03:22] Infographics, data-driven posts and product led growth. [04:02] Focus on your brand; Google looks at how many people are searching. [05:40] Power pages and making your landing pages as comprehensive as possible. [06:32] Assess similar, existent content and update and add to that. [07:22] Optimizing titles and descriptions to increase click-through rates. [07:52] Translation and transcription, expanding beyond English. [09:09] That’s it for today! [09:14] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: WordPress YoastSEO Eric Smidt General Motors BMW MobileMonkey ManyChat Backlinko Google Search Console ClickFlow Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Affiliate Marketing Made Simple_A Step-by-Step Guide | Ep. #652
In episode #652, Eric and Neil discuss affiliate marketing. Tune in to hear what steps you should take to be successful at affiliate marketing. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Affiliate Marketing Made Simple_A Step-by-Step Guide [00:44] Affiliate marketing is performance-based marketing. [01:15] It has a bad rep, because some affiliates are really aggressive and don’t put out quality work. [01:59] Read Affiliate Program Management: An Hour a Day [02:45] It’s important to have an affiliate manager. [03:10] If you can find the right affiliate, they will help you scale your business. [03:22] TapFiliate is less expensive and great. [03:35] Get Ambassador is another good affiliate service. [04:00] A lot of affiliates won’t work for you if your funnel isn’t fine-tuned. [04:10] ConvertKit is a great recruitment tool. [04:33] They reach out to ideal customers and do joint webinars with blogs that have the target customers. [05:05] Educate and offer a deal, otherwise webinars won’t convert as well. [05:30] There’s a company that made $88 Million last year and all they do is affiliate marketing. [06:30] You have to make sure that you understand affiliate marketing, so you don’t lose your shirt. [06:47] When paying out your affiliates, don’t do net 30, do net 60. [06:59] That’s it for today! [07:02] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Ahead of the Curve Internet Marketing with Lucas Lee-Tyson
Ahead of the Curve Internet Marketing with Lucas Lee-Tyson In this episode, we talk to Lucas Lee-Tyson, founder of Growth Cave, about cutting-edge internet marketing in 2021. Growth Cave is a company that helps businesses large and small to dominate their industries online by implementing ‘ahead of the curve’ online marketing strategies. Lucas talks about the services his company offers, how he got into internet marketing, and the hand-to-hand combat approach he used to secure his first clients. He also gets into metrics for his business, the ins and outs of his sales funnel at growthcave.com, and a few secret tips for super-targeted advertising on YouTube. Our conversation covers Lucas’ top tools for productivity and Facebook Marketing, his method of dealing with huge success at a young age, and of course, the books and influencers he has found most beneficial to his growth as an entrepreneur. Tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:29] Today’s topic: Ahead of the Curve Internet Marketing with Lucas Lee-Tyson. [01:00] The services offered by Growth Cave and how Lucas got into internet marketing. [03:50] The different structures that Growth Cave uses to charge clients. [05:32] Metrics for revenue and employees at Growth Cave. [06:23] The hand-to-hand combat techniques that Lucas used to secure his first clients. [08:01] Lucas’ goals for how he will optimize his sales funnel at growthcave.com [09:57] Longer-term goals of Lucas’ for how he will utilize his capital. [11:57] Lucas’ thoughts on Google and YouTube advertising versus Facebook advertising. [14:02] A secret YouTube advertising strategy involving targeting trending videos. [16:07] Strategies for advertising on TikTok and where things will go in the future. [17:43] Resources Lucas consults to get better as an entrepreneur. [19:01] Top tools in Lucas’ marketing stack right now; Madgicx and Roam Research. [22:18] How Lucas deals with ego as a successful internet marketer. [24:52] Thought leaders in the marketing space that Lucas follows. [25:52] Why Lucas’ favorite business books are Ready, Fire, Aim, and The Third Door. [27:37] The best way to connect with Lucas online. [28:03] That is it for today! [28:04] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to learn more about our free community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Lucas Lee-Tyson Lucas Lee-Tyson on YouTube Growth Cave Connect with Lucas Alex Hormozi GymLaunch Madgicx Roam Research Rich Schefren Todd Brown Ready, Fire, Aim The Third Door Leveling Up with Alex Banayan Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Airbnb’s “Brand vs Search” Bet Pays Off #2302
In episode #2302, we discuss how Airbnb’s brand versus search bet is actually paying off. According to the Wall Street Journal, Airbnb’s strategy of slashing ad spending to invest in brand marketing and lessen its reliance on search-engine marketing has delivered a strong rate of return. Tune in as we unpack why this is the case and explain how honing in on creating an amazing product or service is the best way to win in the long run. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Airbnb’s “Brand vs Search” Bet Pays Off. [00:26] Major changes Airbnb has made to its marketing strategy in recent years. [01:08] Why relying on brand marketing rather than SEO is a good move. [02:18] The demand creation that comes with brand marketing. [03:28] How to leverage things like search and social while focusing on your product. [03:47] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [03:50] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: ‘Airbnb Says Its Focus on Brand Marketing Instead of Search Is Working’ Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
All Marketing Seems to be The Same Nowadays. Here’s What to do About It. | Ep. #1576
In episode #1576, Neil and Eric talk about the fact that marketing these days all seems to be the same. We hear about what you can do to stand out, some books to read to beef up your strategy game, and the importance of always, always putting your customer first. To learn some great tips and tricks on how to win at marketing, be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: How All Marketing Seems to Be the Same and What to Do About It. [00:48] Neil and Eric’s take on the current state of marketing. [01:24] If everyone is doing the same thing, your tactics will not work for as long. [01:51] Focus on the strategies you have created, not the tactics. [02:13] The benefits of reading strategy-related books. [02:43] Figure out the channel you are doing well at and double down on it. [03:31] Obsess about your customers and do what is best for them. [05:02] Great strategy book recommendations from Eric. [05:29] Having a customer-centric company creates a brand. [05:45] That’s it for today! [05:45] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Traction Jeff Bezos Playing to Win Blue Ocean Strategy Good Strategy Bad Strategy Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
All The Products and Software We Use to Create Marketing School | Ep. #1609
Today we’re gonna talk about All The Products and Software We Use to Create Marketing School.
All of Crypto Has Crashed. Is The Fad Over? #2145
In episode #2145, Neil and Eric talk about how all of crypto has crashed and ask whether the fad is over. Some crazy things have been happening in the crypto market, but how is crypto behaving in the long term? We take a look at the underlying data, why it’s relevant, and the crucial evidence that crypto is demonstrating slow and incremental progress over time. Tune in as we unpack what it all means and what you can expect from crypto in the next decade! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: All of Crypto Has Crashed. Is The Fad Over? [00:27] How crypto benefits users through easy transfers. [00:58] The slow incremental progress over time that crypto is experiencing. [02:30] Why it’s going to take a long time for crypto to be fully integrated into existing systems. [03:18] The real-world utility you can expect from crypto in future. [03:56] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:57] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn about our next event from 29-31 August! [04:10] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Alternative Ways to Fund Your Business | Ep. #1195
In episode #1195, we share several alternative (yet effective!) ways of funding your business. We give you all the details on crowdfunding, revenue-based financing, and the more traditional routes involving bank loans. Tune in to hear what you need to do to attract investors! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Alternative Ways to Fund Your Business. [00:37] Why people should consider funding and the problem with bootstrapping. [01:02] The need for funding even if you are Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos. [01:47] Thoughts on crowdfunding and the various platforms you can use. [02:22] A list of the main crowdfunding platforms and how much you can raise per year. [03:03] The importance of having traction before attempting to raise money. [03:27] How you can raise money through revenue-based financing. [04:15] The models that companies like Lighter Capital use. [05:05] Getting a traditional bank or SBA loan in the US and their interest rates. [05:22] What the credit card company Brex is offering in terms of credit. [06:01] The importance of having a formula that is already working. [06:24] That’s it for today! [07:02] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jeff Bezos on Twitter Elon Musk on Twitter PayPal Tesla Kickstarter Indiegogo CrowdEngine StartEngine Republic Wefunder MicroVentures Lighter Capital SaaStr Clearbanc Brex Activision Disney Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Amazon Sellers May Go Out of Business If They Don’t Do This | Ep. #810
In episode #810, Eric and Neil discuss the pitfalls of being an Amazon seller. Tune in to hear how you can avoid losing your shirt. Eric and Neil have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Amazon Sellers May Go Out of Business If They Don’t Do This [00:45] Eric went to an Ecommerce conference and Amazon was the talk of the conference. [01:00] When it comes to Amazon, there is a lot of “short-termism”. [01:20] When you work on Amazon, you do not control the customers. [01:45] Marketing has now moved to being an omni-channel approach. [02:20] Amazon is growing, but as it grows, there will be more and more competition. [02:35] Because of this, you need to diversify. [04:20] As an Amazon seller, you will find that shady marketers will screw up your revenue. [04:45] Amazon sellers’ revenue can go to $0, because other sellers can flag you and get you banned (for no real reason). [05:15] If you have your own website, you won’t have to rely on Amazon as your only channel. [06:09] That’s it for today! [06:12] If you are interested in corporate training, tweet at Eric. [06:25] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help Eric and Neil meet their goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Amazon vs. eBay: Which One’s Better for Your Company? #2126
In episode #2126, Neil and Eric talk about Amazon versus eBay, and which one is better for your company. In marketing, it’s not about asking which one is better, but rather, how you can use them all. Tune in to learn how to maximize your leverage and why the cumulative effect will give you the best outcome. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Amazon vs. eBay: Which One’s Better For Your Company? [00:27] Why it’s not about which one is better, but how to use them all. [01:29] How to nail your process and then scale it. [02:10] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:12] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/talent to join and access our talent pool. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
An Early Sign Your SEO Isn’t Working #2281
In episode #2281, Neil and Eric talk about an early sign your SEO isn’t working. For the most part, SEO is a slow and steady process, and you should be in it for the long haul. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t see results and traction early on in the process. Tune in to learn how to measure your SEO and determine whether or not it’s working! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: An Early Sign Your SEO Isn’t Working. [00:25] Why SEO is a slow and steady process. [00:51] How to use impressions to see whether your SEO is working. [02:10] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:15] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Google Search Console Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
An Obscenely Simple Way to Boost Time On-Site 25 percent #1888
In episode #1888, Neil and Eric talk about an obscenely simple way to boost time on site by 25 percent. We discuss how to use video and audio content to add value to your blog posts, whether it’s footage you’ve created or content from a relevant creator. Tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: An Obscenely Simple Way to Boost Time On-Site 25 percent. [00:30] Adding videos and audio to your blog post has a significant impact on time spent on site. [00:47] You can either use your own video content or use relevant videos from another content creator. [02:11] That’s it for today! [03:24] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Apple’s Sly Move Into Ads #2193
In episode #2193, Neil and Eric talk about Apple’s sly move into ads. Apple has always been vocal about prioritizing privacy, and its update in 2021 had a huge impact on how Facebook was able to collect data and target advertising. Tune in to learn how Apple shaped the public narrative to suit their needs, their move into the advertising space, and why this feels inevitable. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Apple’s Sly Move Into Ads. [00:40] How Apple’s changes to their tracking system impacted advertising on Facebook. [01:25] How Apple has guided the public narrative to suit their agenda. [02:00] How Apple fits into the advert ecosystem. [02:46] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:52] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are All Google SERP CTRs Created Equal? | Ep. #1470
In episode #1470, we share our views about whether all Google SERP CTRs are created equal. The results for clickthrough rates have changed significantly, especially in terms of educational content since Google now provides answers to basic questions without users having to click on websites. Tune in to hear our takeaways from Sistrix’s helpful article! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Are All Google SERP CTRs Created Equal? [00:49] Back in the day SERP ads did not blend in as well. [01:14] A number one result had an average clickthrough rate of about 30%. [01:25] If you now have other elements on the page the clickthrough rate drastically changes. [02:00] It is hard for people to distinguish between an ad and an organic result. [02:16] Why the results with clickthrough rates for educational content have tanked so much. [03:20] Counter this effect by using on-SERP SEO to get traffic to your website. [03:55] It is also a branding game – so use your company name in the title tag. [04:19] That’s it for today! [04:25] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sistrix Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are All Links Created Equal? | Ep. #809
In episode #809, Eric and Neil discuss whether all links are created equal. Tune in to see if you are linking to the right sources. Eric and Neil have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Are All Links Created Equal? [00:50] Think about it from an algorithmic perspective. Would you treat every link the same? [01:05] No, because not all links are equal. [01:30] People used to think you needed the highest domain authority links out there, but that is a Moz metric, not a Google metric. Google doesn’t consider domain authority. [02:00] Instead of going for domain authority, go for the most relevant link. [02:30] Getting contextual links these days is the most effective method. [03:15] Don’t just link to one website. There will be diminishing returns. [03:33] You also want the link to be rich in anchor text. [04:25] Neil spends more money on this than most people, which he admits is a way to cheat. [04:40] Think logically: if it makes sense, if you link to different sources, you will rank higher. [05:02] Build relationships with different sources. [05:20] That’s it for today! [05:24] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help Eric and Neil meet their goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Chatbots Really Worth It? | Ep. #308
In Episode #308, Eric and Neil discuss if chatbots are really worth it. Since chatbots are still in its early days, the effectiveness and profitability of the tool is very much debatable. Eric and Neil discuss the tests that they’ve run and lay out the benefits as well as the weaknesses they’ve encountered. At the end of the day, the incredible open and click through rates from using chatbots is something that CANNOT be ignored. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:30 – Today’s topic: Are Chatbots Really Worth It? 00:41 – Eric was moderating a panel with a guy from Hubspot and Wordstream 00:53 – Eric’s open rates was about 80%, his friend was at 94% 01:07 – A broadcast through email can get you 20-30% open rate, with 5% click rate 01:14 – With chatbots 80-94%, at 50% click rates 01:40 – Neil says it’s about opportunity costs 02:21 – Neil was doing a test the other day and found that the opt-in rate was still quite low 02:38 – Open rates are great, but opt-in rate needs to be increased somehow—this may get better in a few months 02:56 – Send your bot to ManyChat or Chatfuel and you’ll have a URL to drive traffic to 03:12 – Eric runs a page post engagement ad where people leave a comment if they’re interested and he then gets their email 03:33 – You can get a subscriber for a couple cents 03:48 – You can also get people to click on a link that brings people to your landing page and then they can message you directly 03:54 – Manychat will help you make widgets and landing pages 04:16 – Eric ran a small test, received 300 subscribers and paid about 50 cents per subscriber 04:34 – Neil: The question is can you make them profitable? 04:47 – Eric shares a story about a guy who directed his traffic to his chatbots as opposed to closing them in a webinar—he was able to make $400K in sales that way 05:13 – Your mileage may vary in regards to sales from using chatbots, but it’s worth testing 05:21 – Neil says chatbots are still its early days and to not expect that these open and click through rates will stick; they will decrease over time just like everything else 05:46 – Eric and Neil will keep a close eye on this trend of using chatbots so stay tuned for future episodes 05:52 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Chatbots have the ability to get you email subscribers for a couple of cents an email—it’s worth looking into just for this reason alone. Just like every other tool you use in marketing, test to see if chatbots will help you convert to real, profitable sales. Direct your traffic from your webinars to your chatbots; using them in conjunction can play to the strengths of each tool. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Chatbots Still Relevant? | Ep. #1121
In episode #1121, we discuss if chat bots are worth using. Tune in to hear how they can possibly help your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s Topic: Are Chat Bots Still Worth It? [00:38] Popular chat bot services are Intercom and Drift. [01:30] In general, they convert well and are worth it. [01:45] Just having a chat bot won’t work if you don’t create a logical funnel. [02:26] ManyChat is the Goliath in the industry and they work within Facebook. [02:51] Get in on the early days of chat bots, while they still work. [03:02] That’s it for today! [03:06] Go to Marketing School to check out a video that will help you grow your business and to sign up for our live Mastermind. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Coaches and Course Creators Scammy? Biz Ops #1698
Are Coaches and Course Creators Scammy? Biz Ops In episode #1698, we talk about whether coaches and course creators are scams. Not all courses and coaches are created equal, and in this episode, Neil and Eric weigh in and share how to tell if a course is legitimate or not. Be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Are Coaches and Course Creators Scammy? Biz Ops [00:34] What Jason Calacanis said on Clubhouse about coaches and courses. [01:00] There are scammy coaches and courses and legitimate ones. [02:36] Legitimate courses help people who might not have access to other opportunities. [02:55] When you feel pressure in a course, that is usually a red flag. [04:34] If the messaging of a course is about becoming a millionaire, it is probably a scam. [04:58] Who Eric’s business coach is and the importance of vetting a coach properly. [05:42] You can easily do research about courses and coaches that might be scams. [05:50] That’s it for today! [05:50] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jason Calacanis Hotmart Udemy Coursera Coffeezilla YouTube Backlinko Twilio Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Focus Groups Still Worth the Investment for Market Research? | Ep. #358
In Episode #358, Eric and Neil discuss whether a focus group is still worth the investment for market research. Tune in to learn more about focus groups and how technology has played a major role in how we conduct market research today! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: Are Focus Groups Still Worth the Investment for Market Research? 00:38 – A focus group is when a group of people that are your ideal customers come to discuss a certain product that you may be launching 00:56 – Neil did a focus group that was paid by Yahoo 01:09 – The people discussed Yahoo and its competitors 01:50 – Focus groups were very effective before, but it won’t be as effective now 01:58 – Technology has changed the face of market research, people can find their answers online and surveys to collect information are done online as well 02:32 – Eric doesn’t see the need for an in-person focus group 03:02 – Mileage may still vary 03:12 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Olark which is a live chat software tool 03:24 – Subscribe, rate and review Marketing School 03:30 – Text MARKETINGSCHOOL to 33444 for those in the US 03:26 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: A focus group is a group of your ideal customers who meet you in person to discuss a product. Focus groups were effective for market research before mass improvements were made in technology. If your targeted customers are seniors, focus groups might still work as they prefer face-to-face surveys and conversations. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Joint Webinars Really Worth It? | Ep. #1070
In episode #1070, we discuss whether joint webinars are worth doing. Tune in to hear if you should be doing joint webinars. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Are Joint Webinars Really Worth It? [01:00] We’ve both done them in the past. [01:10] In doing them, you are sharing lists and contacts. [01:30] They are effective and can work well, but if you don’t have a sales team or a system for closing sales, you won’t have increased revenue. [02:10] When doing a joint webinar, a person may only share as many leads as another gives. [02:40] You need to have a team ready to follow up on those leads. [03:00] If you are doing joint webinars, you need to find someone with similar amounts of leads. [03:50] Find someone whose customers would want your product. [04:05] That’s it for today! [04:12] We are going to take applications for live intensive sessions. Just got to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Joint Webinars Worth It? | Ep. #1141
In episode #1141, we discuss whether joint webinars are worth the effort. The answer to this question depends on the audience; you do not want to collaborate with someone whose audience is not suited to you and your business. Tune in to hear how you can make the most of joint webinars, reasons that we avoid online summits, and simple strategies for setting up great value exchanges. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Are Joint Webinars Worth It? [00:35] The basic premise for a joint webinar. [00:58] The answer to the question depends on audience overlap. [01:29] Avoiding uneven exchanges and dangerous privacy concerns. [03:45] Hosting a summit; pre-recorded online conferences. [04:50] Why featuring on someone else’s summit can be fruitless. [06:21] That’s it for today! [06:27] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: MobileMonkey Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are LinkedIn Ads Worth It? | Ep. #237
In Episode #237, Eric and Neil discuss if LinkedIn ads are worth it. Tune in to find out how LinkedIn ads work, if it is the right space for you, and why Eric deems it worthy to invest his dollars into its advertising campaigns. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: Are LinkedIn Ads Worth It? 00:43 – Make sure that you test the ads 00:51 – LinkedIn ads are more expensive 01:06 – Eric pushed their educational related content in LinkedIn 01:25 – They tested the content that was beneficial for e-learning companies 01:30 – The traffic from LinkedIn was converting 01:52 – Don’t just look at CPC, but consider CPA as well 02:00 – The engagement rate shown by the click-through rate is very good 02:28 – LinkedIn ads are more expensive because it is heavily used by recruiters 03:01 – If you choose to use LinkedIn ads, combine it with daily posts on your LinkedIn page 03:17 – When you’re doing a sponsored ad, make sure that your image is as big as possible 03:50 – Put some money into LinkedIn ads if your target audience is on LinkedIn 04:02 – When you’re collecting a lead, use the authentication from LinkedIn 04:29 – Track your conversion 04:42 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Always be sure to test your ads, first. Assess if the platform is the right place for your ad – make sure your target audience is present. Leverage LinkedIn as much as you are able – it now has more features to help you in your marketing. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Marketing Certifications Worth It? | Ep. #35
In Episode #35 Eric and Neil debate whether marketing certifications are worth it—and here’s a hint: they’re not! Certifications are much like college degrees. They may get you in the right direction, but they will not give you the real experience that you need. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:24 – Are marketing certifications worth it? No! 00:45 – Most certifications take very little effort. 01:00 – It teaches you nothing. 01:15 – You need practical experience. 01:30 – One example of someone on Neil’s team 01:50 – It comes down to experience. 01:58 – Eric tried to get everyone on his team certified, but that didn’t really help anything. 02:35 – You’re better off learning on your own. 03:00 – Prove that you have real world skills. 03:10 – Certification is a starting point. It does not qualify you. 03:30 – Certifications are like college degrees. 03:45 – Neil’s friend who hires kids from Stanford. 04:05 – They are generating zero sales. 04:35 – It’s a resume builder, but it won’t help your business. 05:00 – Neil’s first experience with internet marketing as an intern. 05:45 – Internships give you real experience. 06:05 – Look for a free internship first. 06:25 – Employers don’t want to have to hold your hand. 07:00 – Don’t waste your time with certifications. 07:55 – That’s the end of this episode! 3 Key Points: Certifications just teach you how to memorize things. You need to get real, practical experience. Don’t waste your time with certifications! Resources Mentioned: N/A Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Marketing Masterminds Still Worth It? #2134
In episode #2134, Neil and Eric ask whether marketing masterminds are still worth it? Many of the benefits of attending a conference or mastermind are unexpected and long-term. It’s an opportunity to make connections with like-minded people, and although it may not be directly apparent, those relationships can have huge payoffs down the line. Tune in as we discuss the value of great speakers and why masterminds provide so much value if you navigate them well! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Are Marketing Masterminds Still Worth It? [00:35] How being in a space with like-minded people can inspire and motivate you. [02:09] The value Neil has gotten from attending Eric’s mastermind events. [02:22] Why good speakers are so important. [03:09] The positive experience Eric had at an investors conference in Missouri. [04:04] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:06] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn about our next event from 29-31 August! [04:18] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are Masterminds Really Worth It? | Ep. #1101
In episode #1101, we discuss whether Mastermind groups or worth the time and money. Tune in to hear if you should be in a Mastermind. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s Topic: If Masterminds are Worth It [00:33] A Mastermind group is a discussion session centered around a specific topic, industry, or purpose. [01:15] You can have one with as little as 5 people. [01:48] The groups can also get as large as a couple hundred people. [02:05] Some groups make a profit and others are free. [02:33] In India, the groups are very costly. [03:10] Spending $10,000/year is worth it to Eric, because Masterminds helped save his business. [03:40] If it doesn’t work out, you probably picked the wrong Mastermind. [04:14] Ideally, other group members should be on your level or higher. [04:30] You don’t want someone to be just starting out, because they won’t help you. [04:54] That’s it for today! [05:02] To attend our Growth Accelerator Mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information and to apply.
Are Reels Dead? TikTok Users Spend More Than 10x Time Watching Videos Per Day Vs Reels #2245
In episode #2245, we investigate whether Reels are dead, in light of the recent statistics that are available. Even if numbers are down for Instagram videos, that does not necessarily mean you should abandon the feature and the platform! Tune in to hear why something is better than nothing, and how to make the most of platforms copying each other. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Are Reels Dead? TikTok Users Spend More Than 10x Time Watching Videos Per Day Vs Reels. [00:29] What the statistics show us currently. [00:44] Other features on Instagram, and why TikTok is not necessarily winning. [01:35] Repurposing content and maximizing your reach across the platforms. [01:48] Meta’s numbers around engagement with Reels. [02:20] Why we recommend posting to YouTube Shorts. [02:51] The benefits of the social media sites copying each other. [03:14] That’s it for today! [03:19] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io for more resources. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are TV Ads Still Relevant? | Ep. #1538
In episode #1538, we are going to talk about if TV ads are still relevant. In today’s day and age, branding, reach, and impressions are vital, and it is so important to try and zag when everybody else is zigging. For these reasons, running TV ads is a great idea, so tune in and learn more about how to go about it. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Are TV Ads Still Relevant? [00:33] Why Neil is about to start running TV ads. [00:53] Running a TV ad creates the impression you are a big firm. [01:50] If you want to be big, you have to be branded, and branding is priceless. [02:10] How much your reach and impressions matter. [02:35] Running ads on Hulu, Disney and Roku. [02:45] Hit up the channels that rich people typically watch. [03:02] While TV could produce results, this is unknown, and testing is expensive. [03:34] Consider your level and market before testing TV adverts. [03:52] That’s it for today! [03:53] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Ford Hulu Oreo Coca-Cola Disney Roku Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are The Best Marketing Hires Going To Be Remote? #2214
In episode #2214, Neil and Eric talk about whether the best marketing hires are going to be remote going forward. The COVID-19 pandemic has supercharged the remote working trend, but where do we stand now? Tune in as we discuss the future of remote work, the benefits of going hybrid, and how your offerings affect the type of talent you can attract for your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Are The Best Marketing Hires Going To Be Remote? [00:38] Our thoughts on Apple’s decision to return to work. [00:53] Why we believe the future is hybrid. [01:38] Why offering 100% flexibility attracts the best marketing hires. [03:32] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:36] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are The Riches Really In The Niches? | Ep. #749
In episode #749, Eric and Neil discuss whether riches are in the niches. Tune in to hear whether you need to focus on a niche market. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Are The Riches Really In The Niches? [00:55] If they are, then why do we do different things? [01:15] In the beginning, you can go after a niche, because it is too expensive to go after a huge category. [01:20] Once you are established, you should expand and get beyond a niche market. [01:22] For example, ConvertKit tried to compete in the email marketing space and it didn’t work out. When they changed course to be a service for bloggers, they started succeeding. Now, they are Seva and have a larger business. [02:00] It is hard to make millions working within a niche. [02:35] If you are going to swing, swing for the fences. [02:54] If you don’t have a lot of cash, go for a niche. If you have the money, go for a huge market from day one. [03:25] Eric interviewed someone who works for Kahuna. [03:44] They focused on one area and then expanded their knowledge in that area. [04:10] In this case, the company wasn’t working before they focused on a niche. [04:41] Sam Evans found that when he “niched down”, he was able to have more success. [05:10] Now, Sam and Consulting.com target anyone who hates their job and has some sort of expertise. Then he teaches these people how to become consultants. [06:05] He has since had members create testimonials for his service. [06:100] That’s it for today! [06:17] If you could take two minutes out of your day, we are trying to improve the listening experience for you, so go to Singlegrain.com/survey and help us gain some insight into what matters to our listeners. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are You Leveraging This New Form of Marketing? | Ep. #1178
In episode #1178, we ask whether you are leveraging a great new form of marketing. Mobile text messaging as a marketing tool is becoming more and more attractive and companies are seeing great results from the creative ways that it can be used. Tune in to hear how you can apply it to your strategy! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Are You Leveraging This New Form of Marketing? [00:40] The use of emojis in text message advertising. [01:37] The surprising amount of sales from mobile text messaging. [02:20] Privacy rules and the US’ own version of GDPR. [03:04] E-commerce marketing through text messaging and its efficacy. [03:23] Some useful tools that we use for this task. [04:08] Using text-based marketing for reminders for scheduled calls. [04:35] That is it for today! [04:37] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Luxor Linens Jonah Hill Angels and Entrepreneurs Call Loop Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Are You Ready For This Google Algorithm Update in 2021? | Ep. #1598
Today we’re gonna talk about this Google Algorithm Update in 2021.
Ask Yourself This Before You Post on Social Media #1678
Ask Yourself This Before You Post on Social Media In episode #1678, we consider the main things you should ask yourself before posting a piece of content on social media. What many people don’t realize is that if your posts get low engagement in general, they will be shown to fewer people in the future. With this in mind, it is important to apply a quick filtration framework before you make that next post, and today you’ll learn more about how it works. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Ask Yourself This Before You Post on Social Media. [00:30] Would you re-share this piece of content if someone else shared it? [01:47] Algorithms show your content less if it tends to get low engagement. [02:08] Aim for content that is informative, concise, and to the point. [02:48] Why Eric loves Warren Buffet’s annual letters. [03:13] Don’t push out content that is mediocre. [03:40] That’s it for today! [03:37] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to learn more about our community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Avoid These Fatal Mistakes If You’re in SaaS | Ep. #1146
In episode #1146, we talk about the fatal mistakes to avoid when working in software as a service! We look at some of our personal experiences, the stories of others, and deliver a handful of helpful directions to steer you away from danger. Tune in to get a compass and map for staying out of stormy waters with your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Fatal Mistakes You Need to Avoid in SaaS. [00:52] Picking a total addressable market that is too small! [02:10] Market size versus pricing options to make enough money. [03:10] Waiting to launch to begin marketing your business. [03:40] Market research and avoiding building a product in a vacuum. [04:22] Recruiting early on; the timing of your hiring process is vital! [04:57] Start selling as soon as possible, even before it you are fully built. [06:13] Maybe we will do a part 2 on this! [06:27] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Dropbox CrazyEgg Kissmetrics Zoom Slack ProfitWell Pricing Creativity Clickflow BuzzSumo Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Awesome Marketing Tools for 2022 & Beyond #2015
In episode #2015, Neil and Eric talk about awesome marketing tools for 2022 & beyond. From apps that help you automate personalization on your site, to tools that enable you to take your user experience to the next level, there’s something here for everyone. Tune in to hear their top pick of tools for 2022! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Awesome Marketing Tools for 2022 & Beyond. [00:30] How Mutiny can help you automate personalization on your site. [00:57] Use the AI tool Jarvis to automatically generate content for you. [01:19] Discover the many uses of Tweet Hunter for elevating your tweets. [02:01] The Full Story app and how it can help you gain a more nuanced understanding of your user experience. [02:32] Learn how the Shield App can take your LinkedIn Analytics game to the next level. [02:56] The Flow app is an excellent tool for elevating your user flow, and it’s pretty affordable if you don’t have too many active users. [03:18] Our final recommendation is Metadata, a first for b2b businesses that want to generate revenue, not just leads. [03:51] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! [04:04] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Mutiny Jarvis Tweet Hunter Full Story Shield App Flow Metadata Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Beginner’s Guide to Quora Ads | Ep. #408
In Episode #408, Eric and Neil provide the beginner’s guide to Quora ads. Tune in to learn what you need to know to start advertising on Quora and why now is the right time opt in! Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:27 – Today’s topic: Beginner’s Guide to Quora Ads 00:59 – Quora is a questions and answers site which generates tons of traffic 01:29 – Quora’s valuation is currently over one billion dollars 01:42 – When Eric goes on to Quora, he sees people like Jason Lemkin 01:59 – You can have your ads show up with a question or something catchy 02:19 – Quora ads is currently cheap 02:34 – One of Eric’s clients, Lever, is an applicant tracking system 02:40 – An applicant tracking system helps you manage the whole hiring process 03:07 – Lever has an ad that shows up in Quora when a question related to the hiring process comes up 03:29 – You want to advertise to people who are asking questions related to your product 04:14 – “The numbers have to work for you” 04:30 – Eric is currently running an ad on Quora for their e-book 04:40 – The conversion rate to their landing page is 20% 04:53 – Cost per click is $3 but the conversion rate is around $15 05:45 – Cost per click varies 06:27 – Marketing School is giving away a free 1 year subscription to Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 07:10 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway for multiple entries 07:22 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: Quora currently generates tons of traffic—this is a great place to implement your ads. You target Quora ads to the people who ask questions related to your business service or product. Leverage Quora ads NOW as the costs are still low and the conversions are high. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Being Dumb Will Make You More Money | Ep. #906
In episode #906, we discuss how being dumb can make you more money. Tune in to see what we actually mean by this! We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Being Dumb Will Make You More Money [00:50] You don’t have to be good at everything to do well. [01:08] Eric can’t code and he’s not detail oriented. [01:25] He is aware of what his talents are and where he could improve. [01:45] Neil is good at HTML and PHP, but “sucks” at management. [02:45] Neil’s mom told him he had no common sense. [03:35] There is so much information out there, so it’s important to audit yourself and make sure you have just enough, but not too much on your plate. [04:10] Make sure you hire the right people who will excel at things the you do not. [05:15] Be really good at what you enjoy and find people to fill in the gaps. [06:15] Remember to be humble and accept weaknesses in yourself. [06:52] That’s all for today! [06:58] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Best Process to Create Blog Posts that Convert Customers | Ep. #36
In Episode #36 Eric and Neil talk about why you should create blog posts, and what the best process is to do it. Learn the tricks of the pros, and find out what resources are available to you to make your blog writing not only entertaining or educational but actually capable of converting customers. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:24 – How to write amazing blog posts 00:35 – Educate and provide great information, and people will see you as an expert. 00:55 – People will share you and refer friends to you. 01:15 – The number one way they generate sign-ups for multiple companies. 01:20 – Thomas Tunguz’s Post 01:55 – The effects of content marketing over time 02:05 – It’s like compounding interest. 02:34 – You need one thing that stands out. 02:45 – Long-form blog posts backed by data. 03:04 – Not just content for content’s sake. 03:15 – Show something unique and useful. 03:29 – eHow is a great example of what you shouldn’t do. 04:12 – WaitButWhy.com 04:25 – Humor and long-form articles with stick figures 04:50 – Updating sites over time 05:26 – Write in a conversational tone. 06:18 – Engaging the audience and then going into your topic 06:45 – The intro, body, and conclusion 07:20 – End your blog post with a question. 07:45 – Don’t forget your conclusion! People will ready your conclusion first. 08:20 – WP blog checklists on WordPress 08:54 – Design Pickle for unlimited new images 09:13 – Stock Unlimited for stock images 09:30 – Hemingwayapp.com 10:04 – Learn how to educate and convert customers. 10:28 – Create an actual process. 10:42 – That’s the end of this episode! 3 Key Points: Content marketing will have a compounding effect on your sales. Structure your article with an intro, body and conclusion. Use a conversational tone and be unique. Resources Mentioned: Thomas Tunguz’s Post – Learn about the very real effects of content marketing WaitButWhy.com – An example of a unique and entertaining blog WP blog checklists – Stay organized with your writing process Design Pickle and Stock Unlimited – Sources for images to add to your blog Hemingwayapp.com – Learn what you need to change in your own writing to actually engage customers Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Best Strategies for Studying Your Competitors | Ep. #48
In Episode #48 Neil and Eric discuss their respective strategies for studying competitors. Listen as both hosts explain why examining the competition—while occasionally valuable—is not as helpful as examining customers, and why your big strategy shifts should be determined by YOU as opposed to the competition. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:10 – How much should you focus on your competitors? 00:15 – Neil doesn’t focus on competitors too much 00:29 – Remember that the market is HUGE 00:45 – There’s a LOT of room out there 01:03 – Making a shitload of money as #2 or #3 is awesome—you don’t need to be #1 01:47 – Just focus on building your OWN business 02:12 – SEMrush 02:15 – Use it to gain keen insight into what your competitors are doing 02:49 – AdBeat 02:54 – See what your competitors are doing with more granularity 03:13 – If you’re going to pay attention to competitors, may attention to new products and market shifts 03:55 – If you don’t, you’ll get left behind 04:10 – Don’t sweat the small stuff—look at their roadmap 04:46 – Talk to your customers BEFORE making a big shift 05:05 – As long as you’re talking with your customers, you’ll never miss a beat 05:50 – Don’t do legwork for free 06:35 – When all you do is monitor your competitors, you’re playing a constant game of catch-up 3 Key Points: When it comes to competitors, only pay attention to their new products and market shifts—the rest is small potatoes. You do NOT need be #1. Never forget the market is HUGE. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Best Way to Write a Cold Email | Ep. #753
In episode 753, Eric and Neil discuss the best way to write a cold email. Tune in to hear why you shouldn’t pitch someone right off the bat. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Best Way to Write a Cold Email [00:35] When Eric started emailing people, he would write epic novels. [00:53] It’s important that your emails are concise. No one wants to read a novel! [01:03] Make sure you personalize it in some way. [01:15] For instance, Neil like bottled water, so you could find a way to incorporate that into your pitch. [01:40] Don’t make a sales pitch, pitch a call or a smaller ask. [02:00] Neil has found that when you pitch in your very first email, it is so much harder to close or convert that customer. [02:07] Build a conversation. [02:22] Ask people for their feedback, then maybe get on the phone with them. [02:28] Ask if certain changes would sweeten the pot for the customer. [03:26] Build a relationship before you pitch your customer. [03:52] Most people fail at emailing because they pitch in the very first email. [04:07] Take the Neil Patel template and customize it. [04:20] Taking the extra step to personalize your emails will up your conversions. [04:33] That’s all for today! [04:36] If you could take two minutes out of your day, we are trying to improve the listening experience for you, so go to Singlegrain.com/survey and help us gain some insight into what matters to our listeners. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Big Tech Companies Are Laying People Off Right Now. Is This A Signal? #2143
In episode #2143, Neil and Eric unpack how big tech companies are laying people off right now and whether it’s a sign of things to come. Tuning in you’ll learn about the companies that are currently trimming their teams and how global events like the war in Ukraine and a slowdown in the economy are influencing these trends. We discuss what companies should be focusing on during this time and how to weather the storm. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Big Tech Companies Are Laying People Off Right Now. Is This A Signal? [00:32] An overview of the companies that are currently laying people off. [00:42] Why big tech companies are currently laying people off. [01:56] The three types of conversations that are happening right now depending on the company. [04:32] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:33] Visit https://www.marketingschool.io/live to learn about our next event from 29-31 August! [04:50] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Biggest Issues With A.I.
In this episode, Neil Patel and Eric Siu share their insights on the major challenges associated with AI. Tune in! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil's ad agency Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Blogging vs Podcasting? Which One Should You Choose? | Ep. #1499
In episode #1499, we talk about blogging versus podcasting and which one you should choose. There are over a billion blogs so it is competitive. But SEO still does really well, while podcasting is new and booming and there is just not as much volume and traffic. So, which one? Tune in to find out! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: The Difference Between Blogging Versus Podcasting and Which One You Should Choose. [00:54] Podcast if you’re just starting, but blog if you have an audience. [01:10] No matter the strengths of either, pick whichever one you are better at. [02:11] Play to your strengths and hire to fill the gaps. [03:10] In an ideal world, do both! [03:17] Hiring a show notes company to write your content into copy. [03:51] That’s it for today! [03:52] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Joe Rogan Show Gary V Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Bootstrapping a $50M+ Business, Growing a Twitter to 120K+ Followers with Romeen Sheth #2058
The world has experienced a tremendous amount of change in the past two years and as a result, we are currently in an ongoing state of flux. Making sense of the social landscape we find ourselves in is integral to how we navigate our lives and our careers. It is especially important for anyone involved in investing, marketing, and optimizing new business ventures. Today on the show Eric sits down with Romeen Sheth, President of Metasys, for an insightful and honest conversation on how he has used Twitter to become a better thinker, what he’s learned about investing throughout his career, and how he recognized the potential for Metsys to provide for the needs of a rapidly growing gig economy. We cover some fascinating topics in today’s conversation so make sure you tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Bootstrapping a $50M+ Business, Growing a Twitter to 120K+ Followers with Romeen Sheth. [00:58] An overview of Sheth’s career and the function of Metasys. [03:13] How Sheth recognized a need for a company like Metasys to support the rapidly growing gig economy. [05:53] A breakdown of Sheth’s workflow and how he integrates his business with his investment activity. [07:56] What Twitter means to Sheth and how he has recently grown his following. [09:32] Why Sheth approaches Twitter as if he were building an online honeypot. [11:41] The typical amount of time Sheth spends on a Twitter thread. [13:47] Sheth’s top two pieces of advice for anyone who is entering the Twitter space, blogging, or any kind of content marketing. [14:16] Learning to strike the balance between authenticity and providing useful information online and how that helps you maintain a practice of posting. [15:49] Sheth’s experience of direct message conversations on Twitter and why they tend to be more substantive than on other platforms. [16:56] Why it’s valuable to view Twitter as an accelerator. [18:52] What Sheth means by Clarity of Thought and how he has been honing that skill. [22:18] Sheth’s learning habits and the important integration of reading, critical thinking, and application. [24:46] Sheth’s definition of the Renaissance Decade and the massive amounts of change he is anticipating in the coming decades. [29:12] The investments and areas of interest that Sheth is most excited about. [32:28] The average amount of time Sheth spends reading per day and how it supports his investing. [33:45] Sheth’s book recommendations and profound insights into self-knowledge and what society encourages you to aspire towards. [37:18] Sheth’s favorite personal and business tools. [38:53] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [38:53] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Romeen Sheth on LinkedIn Romeen Sheth on Twitter Metasys Technologies Square One: Conversations with the Best in Business Longreads The Innovator’s Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail How Will You Measure Your Life? Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life Oura Ring Eight Sleep Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Bored Ape Yacht Club is A Masterclass In Marketing #1945
In episode #1945, Neil and Eric talk about why Bored Ape Yacht Club is a masterclass in marketing. BAYC is one of the strongest communities in the NFT space, and it shows. Tune in to learn how investors are making money from BAYC and how you can get involved! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Bored Ape Yacht Club is A Masterclass In Marketing. [00:57] Why BAYC is one of the strongest communities in the NFT space. [02:17] The role of your total addressable market in your marketing success. [03:23] How BAYC is innovating in the NFT space. [04:53] How investors make money on BAYC. [05:26] That’s it for today! [05:46] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: BAYC BAYC on Discord Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Brian Dean on Selling to SEMrush, Evergreen SEO Strategies, Exploding Topics, and More #2065
In this special episode, we are joined by Brian Dean to share updates on Backlinko and Exploding Topics. As many of you know, Brian recently sold Backlinko to SEMrush, and in our discussion we hear about how he started the SEO blog, how he excelled in a red ocean with it, some of the most successful SEO strategies he came up with, why course creators are an attractive acquisition for software companies, and lessons he learned during the acquisition. Exploding Topics is Brian’s newer project, and we get to hear how it evolved from an early personal trend spotting project to an acquihire that he subsequently grew. Brain talks about the work he has put into Exploding Topics, shares some numbers around its current success, and also talks about how he approached acquiring the business from Josh Howarth who is now his CTO. In this conversation, we also talk to Brian about life in Lisbon, hear about all the grunt work he did to get ahead, and also get some behind-the-scenes insights into his longstanding relationship with Eric and Neil. Tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Brian Dean on Selling to SEMrush, Evergreen SEO Strategies, Exploding Topics, and More. [01:10] An introduction to Brian Dean and the story behind Backlinko and Exploding Topics. [01:58] Why Brian started Backlinko in 2013 at a time where SEO was already so competitive. [04:46] What the Skyscraper Technique is and how it became so famous. [06:18] Classic pieces from the Backlinko blog: the Skyscraper Technique and more. [07:10] How much traffic Brian was able to generate for Backlinko per month. [07:23] The method Brian used to make money from Backlinko through courses. [09:16] Being acquired by SEMrush and why course creators are an attractive acquisition for software companies. [11:40] Why Brian started Exploding Topics and the main mission of the business. [14:24] The story of Brian acquiring what became Exploding Topics and how he went about it. [16:16] Numbers around the business: ARR, blog traffic, email list, newsletter subscribers. [18:00] How Brian had to ‘eat poopoo’ initially to get ahead. [21:44] Brian’s thoughts on the crabs in a bucket mentality on SEO Twitter. [23:24] Brian’s experiences traveling and why he ended up in Lisbon. [24:50] What media Brian is consuming and why he is not focusing on self-improvement. [25:40] Lessons learned from the acquisition around due diligence and relationship with the buyer. [28:09] Brian’s favorite tool that isn’t exploding topics. [29:00] The best way to find Brian online. [29:10] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [29:10] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Brian Dean on LinkedIn Brian Dean on Twitter Backlinko Exploding Topics Josh Howarth on LinkedIn SEMrush MicroAcquire Brain.fm Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Budweiser’s gamble, YouTube Shorts virality study, Twitter blocks Substack links, HBO Max rebrand, and why too much AI is bad for your marketing
In this episode, Neil & Eric discuss this week’s latest business & marketing news Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric's ad agency NP Digital << Neil's ad agency Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Buffer and Hootsuite Are Hurting Your Facebook Reach | Ep. #490
In episode #490 of Marketing School, Eric and Neil explain why social media scheduling tools can hurt your numbers in terms of reach. Ultimately, live posts are still where it’s at. Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:30] Today’s Topic: Buffer and Hootsuite Are Hurting Your Facebook Reach [01:05] When using Buffer and Hootsuite to schedule posts, it doesn’t get nearly as much engagement as “live” posts or by using Facebook’s own tools. [01:54] These tools are ok to use with Twitter. [02:19] They ultimately recommend to avoid using tools and post manually. [02:20] That’s it for today! [02:22] Marketing School is giving away a 90-day free trial to Crazy Egg, which is a visual analytics tool. [02:28] Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your free copy. You can also learn how to win a one-year subscription to Crazy Egg. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Building ClickUp to a $4B Company, ROI of Superbowl and Outdoor Ads, Lessons From Near Death 5x
In this episode, Eric talks with Zeb Evans, Founder, and CEO of ClickUp, about building a four billion-dollar company, the ROI of Superbowl and outdoor ads, and the lessons he learned from FIVE near-death experiences. Tuning in you’ll learn about Zeb’s entrepreneurial journey, how he founded ClickUp, and how it started as an internal tool within his previous company. We discuss the current competitive landscape of productivity tools and why Zeb is dedicated to making a product that will improve people’s lives. Zeb also shares the insights he gained from five near-death experiences and how each one impacted his life. Later we unpack ClickUp’s marketing strategy, the cost of their Superbowl advert, how they used analytics to measure their ROI, and the exciting results they got from it. Zeb also shares how they’ve been measuring brand awareness across the US, the tools and services one can use, and the difference between aided and unaided awareness. Today’s episode is packed with profound insights and crucial marketing tips from a leader in the field who is dedicated to having a positive impact on the world. Make sure you tune in for a fascinating conversation on marketing, building a company, finding balance, and much more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Building ClickUp To $4B Company, ROI of Superbowl and Outdoor Ads, Lessons From Near Death 5x [00:25] Introducing today’s guest Zeb Evans, Founder, and CEO of ClickUp. [00:46] Learn more about Zeb Evans and what led him to found ClickUp. [01:35] The competitive world of productivity software and what it’s been like building ClickUp. [02:46] Understanding why ClickUp is a uniquely useful productivity tool. [04:23] An overview of Zeb’s entrepreneurial journey. [05:35] The capital they’ve raised for ClickUp and their ambitions for the company. [07:18] Why it still feels surreal to be owning and running a four billion-dollar company. [08:04] Learn about Zeb’s first near-death experience and how it introduced him to tech as a career. [10:07] Zeb’s second near-death experience and how it helped him choose to drop out of college. [11:39] What Zeb’s third near-death experience taught him about his potential. [15:03] How Zeb found the source of his seizures after his fourth near-death experience and how it prompted his meditation practice. [16:08] Why building a business is incredibly challenging and how to manage your stress. [16:58] Zeb’s fifth near-death experience and how it reminded him of the fragility of life. [19:57] What Zeb is doing to scale as a CEO right now. [22:31] Zeb’s core values and the importance of user experience. [24:24] The details of ClickUp’s Superbowl ad. [26:08] What analytics revealed about the success of their Superbowl ad. [27:01] The importance of brand awareness and how ClickUp is growing theirs. [28:45] Tools you can use to measure brand awareness. [29:38] Learn how much ClickUp is currently spending on advertising per year. [30:10] Zeb’s book recommendation on how to maintain your edge in business and life. [30:55] Zeb’s favorite business tool that’s not ClickUp [03:20] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:24] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Zeb Evans on LinkedIn Zeb Evans on Twitter ClickUp SurveyMonkey Qualtrics The Slight Edge: Turning Simple Disciplines into Massive Success and Happiness Thich Nhat Hanh on Amazon HubSpot SalesForce Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Building The Next Pixar, Tony Robbins’ As A Father, Making The Metaverse Tangible, with Josh from Immi
Animation is a notoriously labor-intensive process and making a quality feature-length animated film can take years. It also requires countless hours of training to become a competent animator. But what if you could bring the power of animation to anyone who has a smartphone? That is the vision behind immi.io; a revolutionary new platform that empowers users to become animators using only their facial expressions! In today’s episode you’ll hear from immi.io co-founder Josh Robbins about the creation of immi.io, how it works, and some of the exciting things they have planned. In our conversation, Josh tells the story of how they partnered with AGMI Studios to create this incredible new product, their unique marketing approach, and how they are attracting partnerships from prominent brands, entertainers, and gaming platforms. We also discuss what it was like growing up with Tony Robbins as a father and what Josh learned from him about creating possibilities and helping others. To learn about the exciting new possibilities in animation, and much more, make sure you tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:35] Introducing Josh Robbins, Founder of immi.io. [01:56] Learn about the animation tool, immi.io, and how it was founded. [04:15] The many ways that immi.io can be used in Creator Mode, from karaoke to real estate. [04:41] Learn about the streaming service that they will be launching next month. [06:11] What Josh expects from this technology in the long term. [07:11] The immersive world that Josh is building with his partners at AMGI studios. [08:34] Josh’s approach to marketing and how they are creating more awareness. [12:45] The concept of digital ownership and how it has been facilitated by Web3. [14:41] Josh’s predictions for the future worth of NFTs like Crypto Punks. [16:46] An overview of the brands that AMGI is currently working with. [17:17] The exciting potential partnerships between AMGI and entertainers like Coldplay and prominent K-Pop groups. [19:21] How AMGI is building community while also attracting brand deals with artists, musicians, and gaming studios. [20:42] How AMGI represents and evolution from traditional studios like Pixar. [22:50] What it was like for Josh growing up with Tony Robbins as his father. [25:17] What Josh’s father taught him about creating possibility. [26:38] The single act of kindness that shaped Tony’s outlook on life. [29:44] Find out what is in Josh’s learning stack and what he is consuming. [30:49] Hear about Josh’s current approach to investing. [32:29] Where you can find Josh and learn more about immi.io, AMGI Studios, and My Pet Hooligan. [33:29] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [33:35] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Josh Jenkins-Robbins on LinkedIn America’s Best 401K immi.io AMGI Studios My Pet Hooligan My Pet Hooligan on Twitter CryptoPunks Bored Ape Yacht Club Doge Pound CAZ Investments Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Building a 10M Monthly View Content Machine (led by Codie Sanchez) #2242
In episode #2242, we hear from Codie Sanchez about building a 10 million monthly-view content machine. In this session from a Leveling Up Founders Event, Codie shares how she went from a following of 170 people to 2 million with 50 -100 million views a month in just 220 days. In doing so, she created a profitable business in just 30 days. Tune in to find out the true power of attention arbitrage and discover why and how you can grow a personal brand on the internet without dancing like a teenager! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Codie Sanchez on Building a 10M Monthly View Content Machine. [00:41] What inspired Codie to depart from M&A to create content and how it blew up? [02:01] How content is the new leverage and its misunderstood value? [02:19] The four types of leverage and how they came into existence. [03:02] The 21st-century type of leverage: attention. [03:23] Why having a personal brand is essential to using leverage to its maximum potential. [03:49] The power of attention arbitrage. [04:39] Why and how you should grow on the internet without dancing like a teenager. [05:07] Why Cody is focusing more on the why than the how. [05:31] The problem of people not spending enough time on content. [05:52] Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com. [06:22] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [06:29] Go to https://marketingschool.io/ to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Codie Sanchez Find out more about the Leveling Up Founders Event at live.levelingup.com Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Building a Skool Community with Sam Ovens #2252
In episode #2252, we chat with Sam Ovens, Founder of Skool, about building a Skool community and his approach to business. Tuning in you’ll hear Sam’s advice on how to create effective synergy between your cash flow and your assets, why it helps to become comfortable with debt, and how he was able to build his company without investors and as a result only be accountable to himself. He also expands on how you can change your products while keeping your brand consistent, why Masterminds are so important and why he loves them so much! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Building a Skool Community with Sam Ovens. [00:35] Get to know our guest, Sam Ovens. [00:51] Sam’s fundamental advice to his mastermind members. [01:45] How to create good synergy between cash flow and assets. [02:07] Why the best investment is in your own business. [04:20] How Sam was able to create his companies without investors. [04:36] An overview of Sam’s current business expenses. [05:39] Why your brand can stay constant even when you change your products. [06:26] Learn why Sam’s mastermind is so successful and how it has helped its clients. [08:35] How Sam differentiated himself to build Consulting.com. [09:21] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [09:24] Visit https://live.levelingup.com for information on our Private Founders Events! [09:51] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sam Ovens Skool Consulting.com Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Bundling: The Marketing Hack That You Aren’t Using | Ep. #708
In episode #708, Eric and Neil discuss a marketing hack you aren’t using. Tune in to hear why bundling can drive up your revenue. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Bundling: The Marketing Hack That You Aren’t Using [00:36] Alex Becker teaches a course and has marketing automation software. [00:59] He uses the webinar to sell his software and other courses. [01:18] Eric used to partner with software and education companies and they would bundle software and offer giveaways. [01:40] This makes people feel like they are getting a lot of value. [02:15] HighRise and Basecamp offered bundling and the revenue went up for both companies. [03:00] Work out a bundling deal with someone in your industry. It’s a great idea to drive revenue. [03:33] GoDaddy has so many products that they offer as a bundle with web hosting. [04:25] If you have to offer upsells on top of bundling, you’re doing it wrong. [05:15] You need to comply with GDPR laws if you are bundling, especially if you are working with other companies. [05:40] That’s it for today! [05:44] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Business Books That Will Help You Grow in 2020 | Ep. #1199
In episode #1199, we talk about a few books that can help you and your brand in 2020! We share some choices that deal with customers, coaching, ambition and more, while also considering the benefits of less reading and more action. Tune in to find the right content that help you grow in the best way in the new year! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Business Books That Will Help You Grow in 2020. [00:41] Why a book is a such a great value proposition. [01:05] The Mom Test and figuring out what to build for your customers. [01:39] The benefits of reading no books at all in 2020! [02:20] Taking action instead of stockpiling knowledge that leads to nothing. [03:40] Allowing time for perspective every day. [04:15] Trillion Dollar Coach, Play Bigger and Traction. [05:55] That’s it for today! [06:00] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Seth Godin The Mom Test Audible Rob Fitzpatrick The Startup Chat Warren Buffett Trillion Dollar Coach Steve Jobs Eric Schmidt Play Bigger Traction Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Business Lessons That Eric Learned from 2020 | Ep. #1603
Business Lessons That Eric Learned from 2020 In episode #1603, we hear about the business lessons Eric has learned from 2020. We find out about his choice to slow down, the power of media as leverage, and the benefits of communicating your vision to your team. Tune in to discover Eric’s major takeaways from this year. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Business Lessons That Eric Learned from 2020. [00:36] Eric’s biggest lesson: Turning inward and unlearning his programming. [01:24] How the turtle Eric got from Puerto Rico reminds him to slow down. [01:51] Overreacting is a lot better than not reacting. [02:26] Cut quickly and do it all at once – Another big takeaway from the year. [02:38] Even in the pandemic, people still crave human connection. [03:03] Media is still an incredibly high form of leverage. [03:09] The benefits Eric has seen spending more time on Twitter and YouTube. [04:13] Communicate the overall vision of your activities to your team. [04:56] That’s it for today! [04:56] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Only the Paranoid Survive Andrew S. Grove Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Business Lessons That Neil Learned from 2020 | Ep. #1602
Business Lessons That Neil Learned from 2020 In episode #1602, we talk about some of the business lessons that Neil learned from 2020. From doubling down on what’s working to making multiple hires for the same role, there was no shortage of takeaways from this year. Tune in to hear them all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Business Lessons That Neil Learned from 2020. [00:39] The biggest thing Neil learned: Double down on what’s working. [01:14] Hire multiple people for the same role and let them compete. [01:49] Don’t spend more money on ads; find out what you can give away for free. [02:47] You have to be patient and give things a few tries. [04:28] The importance of hiring people who have already done what you’re looking for. [05:55] You must give people a good severance if you let them go. [05:57] That’s it for today! [05:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Mailchimp Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Business Tax Secrets That Have Saved Us +$1,000,000s | Ep. #1610
Business Tax Secrets That Have Saved Us +$1,000,000s In episode #1610, we talk about business tax secrets that have saved us millions! Although paying your taxes brings many rewards, there are a lot of opportunities for saving money along the way. Tune is as we break down all of our tax saving tips for your business. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Business Tax Secrets That Have Saved Us +$1,000,000s.mp3. [00:31] QSBS: Qualified Small Business Stock can save you up to $10 million on taxes. [01:13] How to put your R&D tax credit on autopilot. [01:50] The benefit of investing your money back into business growth. [02:21] Deferring tax while the value of your business grows. [03:03] Moving to a lower tax state or Puerto Rico. [03:26] Changing your perspective on taxation as a benefit to your life. [04:01] R&D back-tax range: up to three years. [04:19] The tax benefits surrounding depreciation. [04:50] Alternate options to paying taxes: reinvesting in people and business growth. [05:36] That’s it for today! [05:38] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Boast.ai MainStreet Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Buy > Build: Codie Sanchez’s Blueprint to Find, Buy and Scale Great Businesses #1960
Check out this excerpt from our Growth Accelerator event in Miami and learn Codie Sanchez’s blueprint on finding, buying, and scaling great businesses.
Can Engagement Pods Skyrocket Your Audience Growth? #2254
In episode #2254, Neil and Eric ask whether engagement pods can skyrocket your audience growth. Social media and the online landscape have drastically changed over the course of the last decade, and so have the role of engagement pods. Tune in as we discuss the role of engagement pods today, whether they are still effective, and which platforms they are best suited for. Press play now to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Can Engagement Pods Skyrocket Your Audience Growth? [00:26] An overview of engagement pods and how they function. [00:49] Whether or not engagement pods are still effective in this day and age. [02:13] The platforms that respond best to engagement pods. [03:04] The real trick to continually seeing returns on your engagement pods. [03:31] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [03:36] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Can You Drive Sales Via Text Messages? #1686
If You Can Drive Sales Via Text Messages In episode #1686, we talk about if it is possible to drive sales via text messages. Even though email marketing is proven to work, the open rate for emails is not as high as it is for text messages. This and other factors point to the increased use of text as a profitable sales channel in the future. Tune in to learn more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:29] Today’s topic: If You Can Drive Sales Via Text Messages. [00:30] Text messages’ main usage: not to generate new sales. [01:14] Tanner Chidester’s business with an infrastructure to support chat sales messaging. [01:49] Open rates for SMSs are higher than emails. [02:24] Why we will see an influx of chat support services. [02:14] Gains Neil saw when he added SMS marketing as a sales channel. [03:53] That is it for today! [03:53] Go to marketingschool.io/pro to learn more about our free community. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Tanner Chidester MobileMonkey LTVplus Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Can You Have an Unlimited SEO Budget? #1734
Can You Have an Unlimited SEO Budget? In episode #1734, we ask whether you can have an unlimited SEO budget. There is a huge variance in the budgets businesses allocate to the SEO side of things, so what should you be doing and when? We believe that there are a number of helpful strategies, from building with a strong foundation to intermittently pumping money into your rankings. Tune in to find out more! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Can You Have an Unlimited SEO Budget?. [00:29] Common questions around budgeting for SEO. [01:02] The law of diminishing returns and what this teaches us about reallocation. [01:20] How impatience for results and returns can stifle success. [01:55] Using a stop-start approach to SEO with a big budget. [02:11] Using more money on SEO than paid media and why we recommend this. [02:37] The slow and steady approach to SEO for young businesses and websites. [03:07] That is it for today! [03:10] Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Can You Really Change Your Life with 1 Piece of Content? | Ep. #1442
In episode #1442, we talk about if you can really change your life with one piece of content! The answer, as you might have guessed, is yes. We talk about the benefits of writing often, publishing loads content and staying open-minded to the small things that can change everything. Tune in to get some great tips on facilitating success! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Can You Really Change Your Life with One Piece of Content? [00:35] The example of the skyscraper technique and what this exemplifies. [01:05] What is the one piece of content that can do this for you? [01:38] Using writing to think deeply and articulate your thoughts. [02:44] The one piece that can lead to many more steps in your journey. [03:36] The two articles that had huge and unexpected results for Neil! [04:12] Staying consistent and getting in the reps. [04:20] That is it for today! [04:23] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Backlinko The Talent Code Demand Gen Nextivia Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Chase This SEO Trend or You’ll Flounder #1920
In episode #1920, Neil and Eric talk about the SEO trend you need to chase if you don’t want to flounder. The number one thing you should be thinking about when optimizing your SEO is customer experience. Tune in to find out what tools you should be using to ensure your customers are getting the Time to Value that they need! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Chase This SEO Trend or You’ll Flounder. [00:25] The SEO element no one is talking about, but is essential for effective SEO: usability. [01:17] How to get the user to find what they need as quickly as possible. [02:13] The foundational concept of Time to Value and how to ensure a good experience for your customers. [04:03] That’s it for today! [04:17] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Crazy Egg Hotjar Surveymonkey TypeForm Check out our blueprint on how to build your dream business: https://www.marketingschool.io/training Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Chasing ROAS – Finding Winning Strategies in SEO #1922
In episode #1922, Neil and Eric talk about chasing ROAS – finding winning strategies in SEO. Many marketers focus the majority of their energy on creating return on ad spend, also known as ROAS. While this is an excellent strategy to pursue if it works for you, it’s also important that you don’t lose sight of optimizing your SEO, especially since it has massive payoffs in the long run. To learn more about our winning strategies in SEO, tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Chasing ROAS – Finding Winning Strategies in SEO. [00:30] The definition of ROAS: Return On Ad Spend. [00:36] Why you should also be focusing on winning strategies in SEO. [01:17] Five winning strategies for capitalizing on SEO. [01:29] How to implement pain point SEO. [02:34] Some of the ways that you can expand internationally. [03:07] How to repurpose your content. [03:58] If you want to win in the long run with SEO you need to create brand recognition along with a high-quality product or service. [04:53] How to use power pages to create a comprehensive resource and rank highly for your SEO. [05:40] That’s it for today! [05:49] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Backlinko Check out our blueprint on how to build your dream business: https://www.marketingschool.io/training Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Clickfunnels CMO John Parkes Reveals Key Marketing Hacks That Scaled Them Past $150M Revenue
In this special episode of Marketing School we speak to the ‘traffic guy’, John Parkes, who is CMO of ClickFunnels! At Marketing School we are big fans of the company and their amazing co-founder, Russel Brunson, and today we get to further expand our understanding of this incredible and inspirational company with John! The conversation covers their magic sauce, John’s thoughts on how to improve and move up in a company, the strategies that have been working well at ClickFunnels recently, and how you can go about building your own community, just like they have! Tune in to hear it all! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Embracing the World of Paid Traffic with John Parkes. [01:24] John’s background and how he ended up in his current role. [02:21] The steps that led to John getting into the world of traffic. [03:10] ClickFunnel’s revenue numbers and the effect of the pandemic. [03:39] The free trial and array of resources you can find on the ClickFunnels website. [04:11] New strategies that John and his team are trying out currently. [05:54] Which of Russel Brunson’s three books to start with! [06:24] Understanding the idea of the ‘front end’ and how ClickFunnels use the term. [07:29] The tools and frameworks that keep things rolling at ClickFunnels. [09:22] The challenge funnels that John and his team are currently offering clients. [12:15] Projects that ClickFunnel experiment with — some work and some do not! [13:51] Recent steps that the company has taken to up-sell their customers. [15:00] The collection of courses at ClickFunnels and how much it has grown. [15:51] John’s ‘set it and forget it’ formula for retargeting ads on Facebook. [18:43] The little hack that John has recently implemented for Facebook ads! [19:54] Methods for recycling older ads that were successful in the past. [20:57] The components of the operating system of the ClickFunnels marketing team! [23:35] Important parts of the marketing stack at the company. [25:56] The two biggest lessons that John has learned on his journey with traffic. [28:47] Exploring the ClickFunnels community and the conference they hold. [30:50] John’s recommendations for building your own community. [31:35] Why John loves Voxer; starting direct, convenient conversations. [34:45] Resources and people that John follows to up his marketing game. [35:12] John’s best marketing book recommendation. [35:48] Exciting news about the Build Your Brand Challenge at ClickFunnels! [36:36] How to find and connect with John online and his tip for a challenge to start with. [37:10] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: John Parkes on Instagram ClickFunnels One Funnel Away Challenge Russell Brunson Leveling Up Podcast Traffic Secrets Dotcom Secrets Expert Secrets Roland Frasier ClickUp Trello Monday Asana Tony Robbins Funnel Hacking Live Tesla Elon Musk Voxer Brian Dean Great Leads Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Clubhouse Stories #1634
Clubhouse Stories In episode #1634, Neil and Eric share their experience with the hottest new platform, Clubhouse. You will hear about why Neil is not devoting much time to it at the moment, the effort Eric is putting in, and much more. Tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Clubhouse Stories. [00:40] Neil’s experience with Clubhouse and why he is waiting for it to blow up. [01:48] Why people are spending hours growing their Clubhouse following. [02:29] The amount of time Eric spent on Clubhouse and his choice to scale back. [03:08] The value of establishing yourself on a platform early on. [03:30] Eric’s experience on Clubhouse with a famous DJ, BT. [04:29] There is a lot of room for serendipitous encounters on Clubhouse. [05:40] Most people can’t afford to take Neil’s approach to growing his Clubhouse following. [05:51] Like bitcoin, Clubhouse will probably be zero or hero. [06:00] That’s it for today! [06:00] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Clubhouse Clever Investor Grant Cardone Gary Vaynerchuk BT Naval Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Codie Sanchez Reveals Her Winning Formula to Buy Profit Generating Businesses Fast #1940
Check out this excerpt from our 2021 Growth Accelerator Miami event!
Cold Emails That Have Worked On Us #1845
In episode #1845, Eric and Neil weigh in on the cold emails they have fallen for and what about them made them attractive. The common thread between all the effective emails spoken about today revolves around their ability to point out a problem and then offer an attractive and simple solution. Tune in to hear more. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Cold Emails That Have Worked On Us. [00:15] An offer to grow his Instagram account that Eric bought. [00:45] Neil’s experience of falling for a cold email that said his YouTube thumbnails sucked. [01:22] Pointing out a problem and then offering a solution. [02:13] Lead generation offers that Neil has been entertaining. [02:47] The offer, the onboarding, and the subject line. [02:57] That’s it for today! [02:58] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn more about our upcoming live event. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Conferences Are Coming Back. Here’s How To Make The Most Of Them #1813
In episode #1813, we talk about our strategies for making the most out of conferences. While the content from conferences themselves is valuable, the networking and business opportunities they bring takes the cake for us. Tune in and hear about how you can max this aspect of conferences out by hosting dinners and signing up as a speaker. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Conferences Are Coming Back. Here’s How to Make The Most of Them. [00:57] Throwing dinners as a way of supercharging networking. [01:25] Which part of the conference experience Eric gets the most value from. [01:40] Signing up as a speaker and bringing a team member to process new opportunities. [02:24] The long-term compensation of free speaking gigs. [02:54] That’s it! [02:55] Go to marketingschool.io/live to learn about our virtual and live events. Get ad-free listening plus exclusive content with Marketing School Pro. Try for free at www.marketingschool.io/pro Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Conferences Are Going to Lose You Money Unless You Follow This Checklist | Ep. #478
In Episode #478, Eric and Neil share their own personal checklist for throwing a successful live event. Tune in to hear them discuss whether to use a free venue or one that costs money, the various methods to get the word out about your event, the importance of getting help when planning and running a conference, and why your should focus on building relationships rather than making money. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s topic: Conferences Are Going to Lose You Money Unless You Follow This Checklist 00:34 – Map out how much the venue is going to cost you. 00:45 – For their Marketing School Live event they wound up booking one that costs $2,500 instead of a free one because the venue took care of everything. 01:20 – If they’d used the free venue, it would have been an inferior experience for the guests. 01:29 – You need to have contingencies for how you’re going to get attendees. 01:40 – Email blast only works if you’ve segmented your list. 01:50 – Partner up with other organizations in the area to get more attendees. 02:20 – Invite people from your Meetup group. 02:39 – Use ads. 02:45 – Use Dux-Soup, an automation tool where you can, for example, hit up all your contacts with “marketing” in their title. 03:05 – You’ll lose money if you don’t create the right experience because over time people will come to know you as someone who hosts bad events – and will likely assume that your business isn’t very good, either. 04:00 – Get help because it takes a team to run a successful event. 04:24 – Eric and Neil’s goal was to break even, not to make money off it. 04:39 – If you lose a couple hundred dollars, that’s a win! 04:50 – Don’t just measure how much money you make from throwing the event, measure how much you make in total: networking, long-term contracts, etc. 05:05 – Build relationships from going to conferences and learn from others who’ve thrown events. 05:55 – Marketing School is giving away 90-day FREE trial for Crazy Egg which is a visual analytics tool 06:02 – Go to SingleGrain.com/giveaway to get your FREE copy 06:06 – That’s it for today’s episode! 3 Key Points: A good venue is critical so that you give your event attendees a great experience. Plan ahead how you’re going to get attendees to your event – email, partnering up with other organizations, advertising. The point is not to make money off of a live event, but to build in-person relationships – which will pay off in the long run. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Conferences Will Lose You Money Unless You Do This | Ep. #813
In episode #813, Eric and Neil discuss conferences and their value for small businesses. Tune in to hear how you could actually lose money attending unless you heed their advice. Eric and Neil have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Conferences Will Lose You Money Unless You Do This [00:35] Most people attend the wrong conferences. [00:55] There are conferences where people are paying $20,000 to attend. [01:10] Even if you get paid to speak, doesn’t mean you’re going to generate an ROI. [01:14] The audience may not be the right fit for your company. [01:54] If you’re at a conference with lower-level people, they might not be able to close deals with you, as they aren’t decision makers. [02:30] If you are an introvert, you have to bring the party to you: throw a dinner and interact with a smaller group of people. [02:51] This is a good way to control some of the outcome. [03:30] Focus on the smaller events, as it’s much easier to close a deal. [03:46] Get cards, get info, and follow up. [04:33] Don’t be tacky, throw the dinner just to meet people and make connections. Don’t go for the hard sell. [04:54] That’s it for today! [04:59] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help Eric and Neil meet their goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Content Marketing Doesn’t Work The Way You Think | Ep. #676
In episode #676, Eric and Neil Discuss the two schools of thought on content marketing. Tune in to hear how your conversions rates can be affected. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES [00:27] Today’s Topic: Content Marketing Doesn’t Work The Way You Think [00:37] There are two schools of thought on content marketing: The first is: Write a lot of content and you will get rankings, traffic, and generate a ton of sales. [01:02] Someone will not convert the same way if they visit your home page vs. your blog post, because the intent is to read, not to buy. [01:20] You just have to keep in mind how conversions work. [01:38] The second school of thought is that quality wins over quantity every time. [01:50] Backlinko writes infrequent, high-quality content. [02:07] HubSpot posts the most content, but their quality isn’t as good. [02:44] However, they still do extremely well in rankings, conversions, etc. [03:08] Backlinko is worth less than HubSpot. [03:40] Guest contributors can bring in new audience members and get you more conversions. [04:01] It’s all about finding high-ranking keywords and flooding the marketplace, which is what HubSpot does well. [04:20] It’s all about creating a framework/system for posts and guest posts. [04:35] Read the post from Tomasz Tunguz of Red Point Ventures about how content marketing compounds. [04:48] You will have hits and misses, but the more you post, the more likely you are to be successful. [05:00] Content marketing will boost your site authority. [05:20] That’s it for today! [05:26] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special marketing tool giveaway! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Counterintuitive YouTube Growth Tips #2266
In episode #2266, Neil and Eric talk about counterintuitive YouTube growth tips. Tuning in you’ll hear about some of the most surprising methods you can use to elevate your channel, from finding your optimal length to writing attractive headlines. Discover how the YouTube algorithm is evolving, what type of content users prefer, and why likes and subscribers don’t matter nearly as much as you may think! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Counterintuitive YouTube Growth Tips. [00:25] How YouTube’s algorithm understands which video length you prefer. [01:01] Why you should generate your own transcripts. [01:47] Why your number of likes and subscribers don’t matter as much as you may think. [02:29] What you need to know about clickbait headlines. [03:03] The value of translating your videos. [03:34] How much you should invest in your production quality. [04:38] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [04:45] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: YouTube Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Creating Steve Aoki’s Netflix Documentary, A0k1verse NFTs, and more with Matt Colon #2051
In today’s episode, we continue our NFT compilation series where we take a nuanced look at NFTs, the implementation of Web3, and how it will affect business and marketing in the future. For today’s installment, we get together with Matt Colon, Global President of Music at YMU, to talk about his work with Steve Aoki, the documentary I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead, and the launch of A0k1verse NFTs. In our conversation, Matt gives an overview of how NFTs feature in the music industry, why it’s so much more complex than NFTs that are made to trade visual art, and how the concept of ownership has transformed in the digital era. Tuning in you’ll hear Matt break down how they built a tokenized membership community, their long-term vision for the project, and how NFTs are connecting audiences and musicians in a novel and unprecedented way. Matt describes the future ecosystem he envisions, how digital passports would work, and some of the artists who are already involved. He also delves into his thoughts on Web3, the importance of storytelling, and why he is preparing for a massive paradigm shift. To learn more about NFTs, Web3, and the music industry, be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Creating Steve Aoki’s Netflix Documentary, A0k1verse NFTs, and more with Matt Colon. [00:20] Introducing today’s guest Matt Colon, Global President of Music at YMU. [01:07] Matt’s background and some of the figures he’s worked with like Steve Aoki. [02:17] An overview of how the world of NFTs relates to the music industry in general. [04:53] What NFTs can accomplish for musicians. [07:03] Matt’s perspective on the value of NFTs and the concept of ownership in the digital age. [10:28] How Steve Aoki is tackling NFTs and mobilizing his fanbase. [12:15] Steve’s broad reach and his incredible touring record. [12:48] A breakdown of the tokenized community they have built for Steve Aoki. [14:30] A0k1verse and the long-term goals of their NFT project. [18:25] The documentary I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead, which Matt produced, about Steve Aoki, and how it has affected Steve’s brand. [20:04] How its Netflix release changed the documentary’s impact. [21:19] Steve’s relationship with the director and how the documentary became a father-son story. [24:11] Matt shares his ten-year outlook on NFTs, Web3, and the accompanying paradigm shift. [28:50] Matt shares his favorite book of the moment. [29:11] Why you shouldn’t have to micromanage your employees. [31:49] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe! [31:49] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: A0k1verse Matt Colon on Instagram Matt Colon on Twitter Doodles Doodles NFT No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Creative Financing Options For Your Business | Ep. #1564
In episode #1564, Neil and Eric talk about creative ways to finance your business that do not involve bank loans or venture capital. You will hear about revenue-based financing options, deferring down payments, and how you can use a combination of these strategies to get the wheels in motion. Be sure to tune in today! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Creative Financing Options for Your Business. [00:33] Unpacking the financing options that are available. [01:04] Revenue-based financing and how this helps SaaS companies with recurring revenue. [01:59] Why getting a personal guarantor on a loan is a creative financing option. [02:37] Deferring down payments; another imaginative finance solution. [03:33] You can combine several strategies to fund your business. [03:38] The benefits Neil has seen using performance-based deals. [04:26] Companies that can help with revenue-based financing. [04:45] That’s it for today! [04:45] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Pipe Stripe Naval David Sacks on LinkedIn Roland Frasier Lighter Capital TIMIA Capital Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Creative Ways to Boost Your Site Speed | Ep. #1176
In episode #1176, we share some creative ways to boost your site speed! From online tools to little trade secrets, there are a ton of ways you can get your website loading that much faster and we dive into all the reasons for doing this! Tune in to hear how you can get up and running at the best speed possible! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Creative Ways to Boost your Site Speed. [00:29] How site speed can improve your search engine ranking. [01:03] The tools to measure and help you increase your site speed. [01:38] Creative and uncommon ways to increase speed! [02:28] Using WP Beginner to challenge yourself to even faster speeds. [03:30] All the different ways and small things you can do to speed up. [04:05] Finding a developer on UpWork to do all of this for you. [04:58] Reasons why people go after these improvements in the first place. [05:22] That is it for today! [05:26] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Amazon Shopify GTmetrix Lighthouse Pingdom WP Beginner UpWork Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Customer Reviews Are Important (Here’s How To Get More) | Ep. #1204
In episode #1204, we talk about why customer reviews are important and how you can actually get more. In our online society, reviews play a critical role in helping customers make their purchase decisions. Listen in to discover the tips and strategies for encouraging customers to leave reviews in both B2B and consumer-based markets. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Why Customer Reviews Are Important. [00:31] The prominent role that reviews play in purchasing decisions. [01:13] B2B and consumer-based strategies for getting more customer reviews. [02:02] Using NPS software to encourage customers to write reviews. [02:32] Learning to capitalize on previous customer reviews to get more fresh reviews. [03:46] The positive impact of following up with customers to gain more positive reviews. [05:01] That’s it for today! [05:03] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Boostability AskNicely Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Cut These Meetings From Your Week to Focus #1983
In episode #1983, Neil and Eric talk about which meetings to cut from your week to improve your focus. We’ve all had those meetings where we don’t understand why we had to be there. Tune in to learn our tricks for trimming the fat and only attend the meetings that matter. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Cut These Meetings From Your Week to Focus. [00:30] Why you should cut any meeting where there are multiple people within your department. [01:30] How to audit your past meetings to determine which ones were useful and gave you energy. [02:28] Why it’s useful to cut out meetings that contain information and updates that could be conveyed over Slack or email. [03:22] Neil’s philosophy on doing quick calls for updates to avoid unnecessary meetings. [04:03] That’s it for today! [04:11] Go to https://marketingschool.io/live to apply for our next event in Austin, Texas! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Slack Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Daily Habits Shared by the World’s Most Successful Marketers | Ep. #554
In episode #554, Eric and Neil share some of their daily habits that they believe contribute to their success. Tune in to hear some great tips for being productive! Time-Stamped Show Notes: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Daily Habits Shared by the World’s Most Successful Marketers [00:36] You have to continuously learn, because things are always changing. [00:42] Eric is always checking Feedly to keep abreast of issues and changes in marketing. [01:30] Neil, one of the world’s most successful marketers, likes to make to-do lists and break things down into daily tasks. [01:42] He finds he learns the most from events and meetups. [02:15] Eric learned some vital techniques from the book The One Thing. [02:20] He uses Evernote to organize his to-do lists. He puts one thing at the top as the one major thing he absolutely must get done that day. [02:57] The tool that Neil looks at every day: Google Analytics. [03:20] He uses GA because it helps him see issues before they are even publicly announced. [03:43] He also uses Gmail and Skype daily, Ahrefs and SEMrush several times per week. [04:00] Daily tools that Eric uses: Pocket, Slack, Asana. [05:10] Neil likes Trello, as it allows him to see all his agency’s projects at once. [05:45] Daily meditation, journaling, and exercise are other great daily tools. [06:11] Neil’s daily habits are: waking up at 5am, working out for 30 minutes or so, eating breakfast, meetings throughout the day. [06:57] The more you can optimize your life, the better. [07:29] Neil also tries to take a walk every single day to clear his mind. [08:24] If you don’t want to spend money on expensive exercise classes, you can buy a walking/standing desk. [08:36] That’s it for today! [08:38] Go to Singlegrain.com/Giveway for a special edition of Crazy Egg, the heat mapping tool. Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Dark Social, a B2B Marketing Stack That Works, and Agency Secrets With Chris Walker
Welcome back to another episode of Marketing School! Today on the show we get together with Chris Walker, CEO of Refine Labs, a company that helps B2B businesses create demand by leveraging top methods that buyers are using, especially through social communities and word of mouth. While many people are under the impression that Refine Labs functions as an agency, their work over the past two years has primarily been focused on researching key questions on how one can use any service business, like an agency, to collect major customer insights. They’ve done detailed research into the type of technology customers are using, the top problems they’re struggling with, as well as how to solve these problems. Tuning in you’ll hear Chris break down their new product, The Vault, which Refine Lab will be launching during Q2 of 2022, the distinction between capturing demand versus creating it, and how to create demand during an economic slowdown. We also discuss the concept of dark social, how to create a B2B marketing stack that works, and how Refine Labs are making marketing more scientific. Make sure you tune in for this eye-opening episode from an expert who is at the bleeding edge of market research! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Dark Social, a B2B Marketing Stack That Works, and Agency Secrets With Chris Walker. [00:21] Introducing Chris Walker, CEO of Refine Labs. [01:02] An overview of Refine Labs and the new product they’re launching called The Vault. [02:49] The concept of Dark Social and what it means for businesses. [04:40] Multi-touch attribution and why it’s not as innovative and robust as some businesses think. [05:33] Understanding the distinction between creating demand and capturing demand. [07:35] How to create demand during an economic slowdown. [09:50] Chris’s approach to creating content. [13:13] How to use virtual live events in a simplified marketing stack. [15:37] The value of consistency when creating content and writing your own copy. [17:58] Why filming live content has been so effective for Chris. [18:36] Why Chris recommends narrowing your focus as a marketer. [20:19] How Chris’s content team is structured. [22:31] Why Chris describes Refine Labs as an experimentation lab, rather than an agency. [26:02] Why agencies are so effective as a launchpad business. [27:43] Examples of the excellent companies that have financed Refine Labs. [29:38] Chris answers our rapid-fire questions. [31:34] Learn where you can find Chris online. [31:58] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [31:58] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Chris Walker on LinkedIn Refine Labs The Vault Waitlist CapChase Pipe Timia Capital Mastery State of Demand Gen Podcast Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
David Spinks Reveals Key Secrets To Growing Red Hot Communities
When social media first surfaced it was generally dismissed as largely inconsequential for businesses. These days it’s almost impossible to imagine a successful business without a social media presence. With the rise of web three and the ubiquity of social media comes the integral concept of community and the impact and engagement it creates. Here to help us interrogate this rapidly expanding field is David Spinks, VP of Community at Bevy and Cofounder of CMX, two platforms dedicated to helping businesses create and support a thriving community. He is also the author of the new book The Business of Belonging: How to Make Community your Competitive Advantage. In our conversation, we discuss the key difference between building an audience versus a community, and why community drives deeper and more meaningful engagement for business. Learn about some of CMX’s useful resources, like the SPACES Model, a fundamental framework for defining your community’s business value. We also discuss the most common mistakes businesses make when they first build their communities and how to go about it the right way. Be sure to tune in to learn more about this important topic from an expert in the field! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] Before we jump into today’s interview, please rate, review, and subscribe to the Leveling Up Podcast! [00:15] Introducing today’s guest David Spinks VP of Community at Bevy and Co-founder of CMX. [01:14] How community is being factored into how businesses are structured. [02:28] Outlining the differences between audience and community. [04:30] How community encourages participants to create rather than consume. [05:40] Examples of communities where David has seen people create and contribute. [07:35] The importance of a skilled and competent community manager. [08:42] How to find the right community manager. [09:39] How Bevy, a pioneering community event engine, was started. [11:29] Why it’s important to start small and set an intentional example with your initial community members. [15:59] How to ‘push out control’ to manage large communities with fewer community managers and why many businesses make the mistake of growing too fast. [18:04] The SPACES Model and how to use it as a framework for defining your community’s business value. [21:07] The best way to grow your community and why most businesses start in the wrong place. [24:07] David’s top book recommendation and its far-reaching applications. [24:39] David’s podcast Masters of Community and what you can learn from it. [25:24] Exciting new AI tools to take your community to the next level! Resources From The Interview: David Spinks David Spinks on LinkedIn David Spinks on Twitter The Business of Belonging: How to Make Community your Competitive Advantage Masters of Community Podcast CMX The SPACES Model: The Framework for Defining Your Community’s Business Value Bevy Startup Grind Orbiit.ai Orbit.love Must-read book: Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Day in Life of a Newbie SEO | Ep. #898
In episode #898, we discuss a day of the life of a new SEO. Tune in to hear what we did when starting out. We have committed to throwing a FREE Marketing School Live Event in Los Angeles, once Marketing School reaches 1M downloads in a 30 day period. Take action: Rate, review, subscribe, and SHARE. Check the progress here! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:27] Today’s Topic: Day in Life of a Newbie SEO [01:05] Eric made Light Show Videos and thought the site was going to be a hit. [01:30] He thought people would want to see laser light shows from music festivals. [01:48] He did keyword research and found high volume keywords. [01:58] Then he created content by finding YouTube videos of light shows and writing about them. [02:32] He then started reaching out to similar sites and got a few cross-links. [02:50] He ranked #1 for keyword “light shows”, but he found that he wasn’t making money. [03:20] Neil created a job board, but he wasn’t getting any traffic. [04:08] He also did outreach and tried to make connections. [04:23] After changing his email template, he got 1 response. [04:41] It takes a lot of fine tuning to be successful. [05:20] Double down on what works. [05:33] Don’t just focus on traffic, remember to track revenue. [05:57] That’s it for today! [06:02] Go here to see how many downloads the show is getting. Also rate and review to help us meet our goal of 1 Million downloads per month. Hopefully, we’ll see you at the live event in L.A.! Leave some feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with us: NeilPatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Day in the Life of a Newbie SEO #1836
In episode #1836, Neil and Eric talk about what a newbie SEO should be doing. While it is important to research and read, you have to get your hands dirty to truly learn. Tune in to hear top tips on how to gain experience as a newbie SEO. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Day in the Life of a Newbie SEO. [00:32] What most people think a newbie SEO’s day-to-day will entail. [00:49] What we think a newbie SEO should be doing every day. [01:39] You will learn the most by running your own site you are passionate about. [01:57] How Eric got his start in SEO and the many lessons he learned. [03:25] Neil’s first site and the big lesson he learned about traffic and conversions. [04:16] Try things people tell you not to do, just to see what will happen. [05:26] As a general rule, long-term plays work better in the world of SEO. [05:40] You will never learn as much as you do from hands-on experience. [05:57] That’s it for today! [05:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: DreamHost Google Search Console Jarvis Moz Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Do Big Brands Boycotting Facebook & Instagram Ads Make A Difference? | Ep. #1458
In episode #1458, we talk about the impact of big brands boycotting Facebook and Instagram ads. A while ago, significant brands pulled their ads from Facebook, demanding that the platform implement stricter regulations around hate speech. Tune in to hear what the short and long-term effects are! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: If Big Brands Boycotting Facebook and Instagram Ads Make A Difference. [00:33] The context for the episode and what companies are demanding from these platforms. [01:03] Facebook has many other stakeholders to please and has therefore not done much. [01:14] Many big brands are pulling their ads from Facebook. [01:38] Why there will be a significant short-term impact on platforms like Facebook. [01:49] In the long-run, it is likely that the brands will turn on their Facebook ads again. [02:10] The relevance of incentives for publicly traded companies. [02:48] This is just a slap on the wrist for Facebook—but they still have the leverage. [03:08] The fact remains: Facebook drives a ton of sales for things like e-commerce. [03:23] Work hard to build leverage and then you no longer need to work as hard. [03:51] Mark Zuckerberg is not worth 70+ billion dollars for no reason! [03:55] That’s it for today! [03:57] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or text us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Facebook Instagram Ben&Jerry’s Unilever Coca-Cola Charlie Munger Mark Zuckerberg Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Do Colors Really Impact Conversions? #2136
In episode #2136, Neil and Eric ask whether colors really impact conversions? While colors can drastically affect your conversion rates, there are plenty of other variables to keep in mind, like text size, font, and contrast. Tune in to learn which colors to look out for and learn how they can affect conversions, both positively and negatively! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:20] Today’s topic: Do Colors Really Impact Conversions. [00:34] How colors can drastically impact your conversions, positively and negatively. [01:46] Other variables that can affect conversion rates. [03:20] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to this podcast! [02:16] Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Subscribe to our premium podcast (with tons of goodies!): https://www.marketingschool.io/pro Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Do Fractional SEOs Work? #1646
Do Fractional SEOs Work? In episode #1646, we explore the topic of whether fractional SEOs work. What we mean by fractional is ‘part-time’. Part-time employees occupy what we call the murky middle — they have no incentive to go all-in on your vision for your company. Tune in and hear more about why fractional employees don’t work out and why you should hire contractors or full-time staff instead! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Do Fractional SEOs Work? [00:30] What ‘fractional’ means in the context of employees. [01:20] Rather hire a contractor than a part-time employee. [01:54] Fractional employees can’t go all-in and gel with a company [02:22] If you can’t afford contractors, hold off until you are ready. [03:00] That is it for today! [03:01] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Charlie Munger Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Do Headings Really Impact Your Rankings? (Neil’s Surprising Test Results) | Ep. #1383
In episode #1383, we ask whether headings really impact your rankings. We talk about the different ways Neil measured the effect of headings in a recent experiment. From font size and tags, to paragraphs and more, tune in to find the surprising effect these can all have on your traffic and SEO. TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:25] Today’s topic: Do Headings Really Impact Your Rankings? [00:35] The surprising test results that sparked this conversation. [01:42] The four groups of headings that Neil used to measure efficacy. [02:29] Which groups improved traffic and which groups declined — what does Google like? [03:19] Same font sizes result in shorter visits to your site. [04:05] Pulling snippets from headings and making it easier for search engines. [04:17] That is it for today! [04:20] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Neilpatel.com Quick Sprout Growth Everywhere Single Grain Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu
Do Infographics Still Work in Today’s Day and Age? | Ep. #474
In Episode #474, Eric and Neil discuss how high-end infographics still work and manage to pull in traffic. They recommend various sources for finding some great infographic designers and provide tips and tricks which will help you create something that truly resonates with your target audience. Time-Stamped Show Notes: 00:28 – Today’s