Hello!
Hey there! This issue is all about planning for at least this first quarter of 2021,
A reminder: The initial issue of the "Business Blogging Handbook" came out this last Tuesday. It's whole purpose is to bring you information and support to turn your underperforming blog page into an income generator for your business
Due to some health issues since the new year, I'm behind (working frantically to catch up) on several projects and have had to push back the release of the Marketing Message program for a couple of weeks. I'll fill you in as soon as I have an update.
Looking forward
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Nuggets
The 5 Easy Steps To Measure Your Social Media Campaigns
If you’re using social media, you should be measuring it. But don’t measure just for the sake of having metrics. Instead, measure your social activities so that you can learn what’s successful, what isn’t, and how you can improve.
Why should you pay attention to this? You need to know if your social media activities are effective. This post helps explain where you should be payuing attention.
What should you do now? There's a short video you will find helpful. Neil Patel is well known in this area, so the info will be valuable.
Dailygreatness Business Planner 2021
I have to tell you, there's nothing like using a great planner and this one - the Daily Greatness Business Planner is one I've used in the past! The blurb says: Back by popular demand, the most comprehensive and stunning business planner on the market, Dailygreatness Business™ 2021 is a must-have tool for your business this year and beyond. If you're stll looking for a planner for this new year, check out the available options on this site!
Why Double Opt-In isn’t counterproductive for your Email Marketing
“I get more subscribers when I use single opt-in.”
“My emails already have an unsubscribe link, so why do I still need to confirm when someone signs up”?
These are common replies from some email marketers when asked why they forego double opt-in. It’s almost as though they’re happy with what single opt-in offers and don’t want to see what else is out there.
On the Blog
Benefits of being organized in your business
We're all familiar with the saying “Failing to plan is planning to fail” and it is absolutely true when selling online. Is it worth the work? You bet. It’s one of the main benefits of being organized in your business. Read more...
What's the Tech
Clubhouse App: How to Get Started
Have you been hearing about the Clubhouse App? Are you new to Clubhouse App or wondering how to use it? Yes, I know...another social media network you need to check out... sigh!
In this article, you’ll discover how Clubhouse works and how you can use Clubhouse to build your authority and your business.
BTW: I am on Clubhouse (my id @barbjem, please feel free to follow me!) and I happen to have a couple of invites available. If you are an iPhone user and are interested in how this can help, let me know if you'd like an invite. I'm happy to share with my YESWORD readers.
Case Study
Brampton Entrepreneur Carolina Gutierrez is an Expert at Putting Businesses in Order
A short case study in courage by a business owner who's livelyhood was decimated when COVID hit last year. She used this experience to reflect on her business and what she had to do to survive and thrive. Here is her story.
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Mindset and Growth
Manifesting Magic: A 21-Day Guide For Harnessing The Magic of Life Through The Law of Attraction
I picked up this book (available as an ebook or a hard copy from the local Amazon store), and it such an easy read. If you're looking for something to help reset and clear your mind, you might enjoy this one. Manifesting Magic: A 21-Day Guide For Harnessing The Magic of Life Through The Law of Attraction
Before you go
This planning issue is meant to get you thinking about a few things, so I hope it did that. So many people have gotten stuck during this Covid-19 mess and have had to make key decisions for themselves and their businesses, with an example shown in the case study being a case in point.
Do you have a suggestion for this newsletter, or a question? I'd love to hear from you when you drop me an email.
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Talk to you next week!