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5 Powerful Questions to Understand Your Customers
In a recent Advisory Board session, we discussed how businesses can get into the minds of their customers to ensure their marketing truly resonates. Asking the right questions helps tailor your messaging, approach, and...
How to Navigate Change: A Guide for Startups and Small Businesses
Change is constant—especially in the fast-paced world of startups. In this episode, Franziska breaks down some of the biggest startup and marketing trends and shares a simple 3-step model to help you navigate change and...
How to Get Featured in the Media and Attract Your Ideal Audience
Get free publicity with this simple media strategy Franziska just shared an awesome tip from today’s Clever Bunch on how to gain free media exposure for your business! Whether you're targeting podcasts, blogs, or even...
Boost Your Energy and Productivity with One Simple Habit
Feeling stuck or sluggish at work? In this episode, Christo shares a game-changing tip, one simple habit to help you stay energized and focused throughout the day. Professional athletes know the secret: physical...
Discover Proven 7-Step Content Creation System
Discover Franziska's 7-Step Content Creation System, designed for busy business owners who want to efficiently engage their audiences. Franziska has developed a smart system for content creation, ideal for busy business...
Marketer vs. Growth Hacker: Differences in Mindset and Strategies
What's the difference between a marketer and a growth hacker, and which one should you be as a business owner? In this episode, you’ll discover why you should be both, blending the skills of a marketer and a growth...
The Five C’s of Branding: Creating an Irresistible Brand
In this episode, Christo discusses the five C's of branding. These elements are crucial for developing an irresistible brand that stands out and remains relevant in today's competitive market. 👏 Key highlights: Brand Character: Why is a...
The Best Audiences for Facebook and Instagram Advertising
In this episode, Franziska breaks down the best audiences for Facebook and Instagram Advertising. Find out where to look and how to make the most of it! 🎯 Three best audiences and two strategic overlays: Custom...
Outsourcing Strategies for Social Media Marketing Success
Tired of managing social media yourself and wish you could hand it off? In this episode, Christo shares practical tips for finding and expressing your brand's unique voice through social media outsourcing, team member...
How to use courage as your superpower in growing your business
In this episode, Franziska explores the profound impact of infusing courage into your marketing and branding efforts. 🌈 Franziska offers four key insights to inject courage into your business growth strategies:...
The Three Key Priorities to Elevate Your Business and Life
Ever find yourself hitting a wall with your business growth? In this episode, Franziska has three fixes to share that could make all the difference to elevate your business. Here are the three key...
Unlocking Success: The Power of Routines and Habits in Achieving Goals
In this episode, Franziska shares an awesome hack on how to set goals with daily routines and habits to achieve them. Some key highlights: 📍The difference between end goals and process goals. 🔄 The power...
What’s kite surfing got to do with running a business?
Wondering how kite surfing relates to business success? Franziska shares insights from her experiences, delving into the art of marketing and finding the sweet spot between force and finesse! 🌊 Key Takeaways:...
The Trifecta of Ecommerce Success – Traffic, Conversions, and Fulfilment
Join Christo for practical ecommerce tips aimed at supercharging your online store. In this segment, he breaks down key elements, the trifecta of ecommerce—Traffic, Conversions, and Delivery—to enhance your digital...
The Five Steps to Boost Your Brand With Influencer Marketing
In this episode, Franziska shares a business growth tip perfect for product-based and e-commerce businesses: Influencer Marketing. Learn the five steps to success, from defining ideal influencers to analyzing results. This strategy not only builds...
Unlocking the Future: Transforming Content Creation with HeyGen
We just wrapped an eye-opening AI masterclass and can't hold back the excitement about HeyGen, an AI-powered video creation software. Check out Franziska’s avatar in action. 💁♀️ Key...
Mastering Email Marketing: Proven Strategies for Business Owners
In this quick video, Christo talks about the undeniable power of email marketing – a strategy you must not underestimate. Here are some of the key highlights: 📊 Consistent Measurement: Weekly, assess your email...
How to Attract More Customers with Google Reviews: A Smart SEO Strategy
In this quick video, Christo explains how Google reviews can boost your website traffic with this simple hack. 🚀 People trust Google to find what they need, and your reviews show if you're genuine, which is...
How to Create a Memorable Brand: Amplify Your Brand’s Personality
With nearly two decades of experience in memorable brand building and nurturing businesses, Christo imparts a valuable insight for enhancing the memorability of your brand. 🍌 The process begins by first...
Why Hiring Virtual Assistants Can Transform Your Business
Business success isn't about working harder; it's about working smarter… and building a team around you to support you on your mission. In this episode, Christo shares why hiring virtual assistants is a smart way to...
Boost Your Productivity: Master the 80/20 rule to finish your tasks faster
In this episode, Christo shares a practical productivity tip to help you complete your tasks faster with focus and clarity. Highlights: 0:18 The 80/20 rule when it comes to completing tasks 0:33 The power of working...
PINTEREST MARKETING FOR BUSINESS OWNERS – ONE OF THE MOST UNDERESTIMATED CHANNELS IN 2023?
Could Pinterest become one of your most powerful allies in the world of marketing? Pinterest is like a digital playground for your business to attract customers in a fun and engaging way. It’s a treasure...
Marketing moments on the go: Three simple and practical tips for dealing with overwhelm
Overwhelm can be a big obstacle when it comes to productivity as it tends to mess with our brains in many different ways. How do you regain calm, focus and productivity when faced with a mountain of...
[MARKETING MOMENTS ON THE GO] DISCOVER THREE VALUABLE BUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM SIR RICHARD BRANSON
In this short video on location in stunning Dubrovnik, Croatia, Franziska shares three tips from an interview with Richard Branson that are valuable for any business owner. Highlights: 0:28 Three quick tips 0:31 1. How...