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If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
Download your own copy of the flowchart here - https://www.subscribepage.com/flowchart If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
Instagram is adding even more changes and many are struggling with the algorithm. Let's talk about how today's Instagram plays into your overall marketing strategy and why I think Instagram is now three social media platforms in one!Looking for more marketing support?If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
f you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
Download your own copy of the flowchart here - https://www.subscribepage.com/flowchart If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
Tools and Resources mentioned in the podcast (please note, I don't use affiliate marketing - I actually use and like these products/services):Simplecast - podcast host - www.simplecast.com Blue Yeti Snowball- the microphone I use - https://www.bluemic.com/en-us/products/snowball/Audacity - the tool I use to edit and record podcasts - https://www.audacityteam.orgOtter.ai - transcription service - https://otter.ai My blog post with free/low cost music options - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/6-places-to-find-stock-audio-for-your-podcast-or-videoPodcast promotion pdf - https://www.subscribepage.com/podcastpromo*******If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
Resources mentioned in this podcast:Choosing a website service provider:https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/should-you-use-wix-weebly-squarespace-or-wordpressMy curated branding boards on Pinterest:Branding BasicsBranding - Font IdeasBranding - Color Ideas*****If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
In this episode Gwen talks about how to use Instagram Story Highlights to connect with your audience and turn this often over-looked feature in a powerful part of your overall marketing. If you're new to Instagram Stories, here is an article about creating your first one! *******If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, apply for a four week marketing intensive spot here - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!
Crowdfunding is often a popular topic in small business circles, but it isn't as straightforward (or easy) as it may seem. In this episode Gwen, drawing on her experience in managing, consulting, and advising for many crowdfunding projects, shares ten ways to ensure your crowdfunding campaign is a success. The text version (with resource links) can be found at the MOB Nation website here.*******If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, apply for a four week marketing intensive spot here - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.com
Email marketing is a powerful business tool and when you know how to use it, you can make the most out of it!This episode shares ten ways to grow your email list so you can reach your audience on your terms and timeframe instead of relying on social media algorithms.******If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, apply for a four week marketing intensive spot here - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.com
Clubhouse is the extremely popular new iPhone only (for now) audio-only app that is creating a lot of buzz. In this episode I break down what Clubhouse is, who it is for, and how to use it. I also share the downsides and dig into whether or not this is an app you need to be using. Read the companion blog post of this episode here.The blog post has more technical how-do and screenshots with explanations.If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, apply for a four week marketing intensive spot here - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.com
I love sharing tools and apps that make marketing easier and more streamlined for business owners. When I sat down to write a podcast about my favorite apps, I kept adding to the list of things I loved about Canva and it became this episode. A quick reminder - I don't use affiliate links or marketing in my business. If I recommend a product, service, or provider it is because I'm a fan not because I'm getting paid to promote it. Resources mentioned in the podcast:17 Options for Unique and Diverse Stock Photos - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/17-options-for-unique-and-diverse-stock-photosCanva - www.canva.comAdobe Spark - https://spark.adobe.com/WordSwag - http://wordswag.co/ If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, apply for a four week marketing intensive spot here - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.com
Have you ever felt as if you're faking it and someone is going to find out? Or maybe that what you do is easy and you're not sure why someone would pay for it? Or maybe you have a voice in your head insisting that someone else has already done it better than you ever could?In this episode I share baby steps to overcoming Imposter Syndrome in the moment so you can keep moving forward.
In this episode I talk about comparison gremlins and social media content ideas that let your audience connect with you.Ready to grow your business? Join my membership group.
If you're feeling overwhelmed with social media, tired of algorithms, and wondering if it is possible to still grow your business without social media, this is the episode you're looking for!In this episode I talk about MOB networking - see upcoming meetups here.I also talk about MOBCON (happening September 27th & 28th). Learn more about MOBCON here and use THIS LINK to get $10 off your ticket. Tickets are $149 for general admission and $99 for MOBAlliance members. This conference has over 20 breakout session speakers, networking, a Marco Polo channel for connecting with speakers and other attendees before and after the event - so if you're looking to grow your business - this conference is a great investment.The companion Pinterest board for this episode can be found here.And, finally, a shoutout to Emily Jones of Free Spirit Coaching for the inspiration to create this episode. Emily is a trauma-informed life coach and you can learn more about her here.Have questions or a topic you'd like to me talk about on the podcast? Email me! gwen@gwenmontoya.comJoin my membership group here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipSign up for my email list here.
In this episode I explore why I think failure can be a powerful learning experience. I also share my own favorite failure (the one I did three years in a row!)Ready to grow your business? Join my membership group.
You can't rely on friends, family, and strangers on the internet to price the products you make or the services you sell. I dive into some of my favorite topics for this episode! Pricing, value, and communicating that to your buyers and clients. Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!
I love working with businesses that are just launching to help them get started the right way (and avoid complications and headaches later!)Resources mentioned in the podcast:Choosing your website creator - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/should-you-use-wix-weebly-squarespace-or-wordpressWhich social media is right for you? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/9-choosing-the-best-social-media-platform-for-your-business/id1453309708?i=1000439198511View the companion Pinterest board for this episode - https://www.pinterest.com/gmontoyapdx/how-to-launch-a-business/Gwen's website - www.gwenmontoya.comReady for ongoing support, accountability, and resources? Join my membership group! https://www.gwenmontoya.com/membership.html
Link to other podcasts blog post - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/7-podcasts-you-should-listen-to-this-weekLink to Anti-Racism isn't a Marketing Choice - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/anti-racism-isnt-a-marketing-choiceAnti-Racism resource list - https://www.themobnation.com/blog/want-to-do-better-but-arent-sure-where-to-start-start-here
What is Pinterest?How does it work?What the heck is a Pin and why does it all matter?These questions and more are answered in the podcast!Ready to go deeper? Join the 14 day Pinterest Adventure starting May 13th!
Gwen talks about how the Coronavirus is impacting businesses and what you can do now to work on your business.
Check out this episode's companion Pinterest board for more ideas and links.Related podcasts:10 Things Your Website Must HaveUsing and Growing Your Email ListWhat SEO Can & Can't Do for Your Business
For more resources, go to the Pinterest board for this episode - https://www.pinterest.com/gmontoyapdx/holiday-marketing-tips/
For more networking tips and ideas, check out the companion Pinterest board for this episode.
After you've listened to the episode, check out the companion Pinterest board for resources and ideas!
Check out the Pinterest board for this episode for more resources and ideas.
Visit the Pinterest link for this episode for more resources!
The companion blog post - Never Run Out of Content Again
Gwen shares the ten things your website must have.
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Connect with me online - www.gwenmontoya.com Follow me on Instagram - www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx I share marketing tips and ideas several times each week. Follow me on Facebook - www.facebook.com/gmontoyapdx - I share links and content to you need to know. Follow me on Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/gmontoyapdx - My collection of marketing resources. Learn more about my four week course - Using Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook to Grow Your Business.
Gwen explores these questions when it comes to choosing the best social media platforms for your business: What are your goals? Where are your people? Can you create the content they want to see? Where do you want to be? How do you continue the relationship? Planners and tools mentioned: www.planoly.com www.tailwind.com www.smarterqueue.com
Gwen talks about ways self sabotage appears and how to address it.
Link to my Guide to Instagram Stories - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-using-instagram-stories (its a long read, so get comfy!)
Curious about whether or not now is the time to invest in Search Engine Optimization? Want to learn more about what it can do for your website and your business? This is the episode for you!
Gwen talks about the eight things you need to get over as a female business owner and why they get in your way.
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Canva - www.canva.com Wordswag (app) Adobe Spark Post - www.spark.adobe.com/about/post (also an app version) SmarterQueue - www.smarterqueue.com Facebook Debugger - www.developers.facebook.com/tools/debug/ Mile IQ (app) Instacart - www.instacart.com Google Drive Waze (app) Pandora - www.pandora.com Connect with me online: www.gwenmontoya.com www.facebook.com/gmontoyapdx www.twitter.com/gmontoyapdx www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx
Originally published as a blog post - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/19-ten-minute-marketing-hacks Connect with me online: www.gwenmontoya.com www.facebook.com/gmontoyapdx www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx www.twitter.com/gmontoyapdx
Gwen talks about the reasons behind creating a podcast and why she calls this a "not -a-podcast podcast" Connect with me online at: www.gwenmontoya.com www.facebook.com/gmontoyapdx www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx www.twitter.com/gmontoyapdx