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Oct 2024
26m 49s

#179: Talkin' Shop—How to Leverage Your ...

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Marketing doesn’t have to be complicated, but let’s be real—it’s easy to screw it up. You know your product or service is great, but your customers aren’t noticing. Why? Because you’re either blending in with everyone else or confusing your audience with messaging that’s unclear. It’s a tough balance: if you’re too creative, people don’t get it. If you’re too clear, it can seem dull. The real challenge is finding that sweet spot that balances creativity and clarity. So, how do you create a marketing message that sets you apart without confusing people?

 

In today’s episode, hosts Dr. J.J. Peterson and April Sunshine Hawkins, joined by StoryBrand Certified Guide Director Macy Robison, kick off a brand-new series where they're "talkin' shop" with marketing experts from different industries. Macy explains how businesses can stand out by embracing what makes them unique while staying clear in their messaging. Whether you run a local business, nonprofit, or tech company, you’ll walk away with practical tips you can apply right away to help you clarify your message and attract more customers. Tune in to learn how to strike the balance between creativity and clarity so your marketing actually works.

 

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