1 00:00:00,010 --> 00:00:02,480 Are you creating content like an amateur or a professional? 2 00:00:02,580 --> 00:00:05,430 Creating content that attracts your ideal customer is crucial for 3 00:00:05,440 --> 00:00:07,140 the success of an online business. 4 00:00:07,250 --> 00:00:10,520 The return on investment hinges upon how you approach content creation, 5 00:00:10,790 --> 00:00:12,409 amateur like or professional. 6 00:00:12,460 --> 00:00:14,550 Your choice will greatly impact your efforts quality, 7 00:00:14,550 --> 00:00:15,969 effectiveness, and results. 8 00:00:18,549 --> 00:00:21,209 Hi, I'm David Ziembicki, and you're about to learn how to grow from 9 00:00:21,209 --> 00:00:25,769 struggling solopreneur to successful virtual CEO of your own expert business. 10 00:00:26,629 --> 00:00:29,319 Your knowledge and skills can change lives and make the world a better place. 11 00:00:29,659 --> 00:00:32,189 Are you ready to hit the accelerator to scale your results and impact? 12 00:00:32,559 --> 00:00:34,280 Then it's time to build your expert business. 13 00:00:37,189 --> 00:00:39,699 If you're creating content like an amateur, you may be wasting your 14 00:00:39,699 --> 00:00:41,249 time and money, so let's fix that. 15 00:00:41,459 --> 00:00:43,099 Here's how amateurs create content. 16 00:00:43,229 --> 00:00:44,689 Randomly and inconsistently. 17 00:00:44,789 --> 00:00:47,969 Amateurs tend to create content randomly and inconsistently without 18 00:00:47,969 --> 00:00:49,369 a well defined plan or schedule. 19 00:00:49,409 --> 00:00:51,719 This makes it difficult to grow an audience, track 20 00:00:51,719 --> 00:00:53,179 progress, and measure results. 21 00:00:53,219 --> 00:00:54,689 They also strive for perfection. 22 00:00:54,759 --> 00:00:58,099 Amateurs also spend an excessive amount of time striving for perfection, 23 00:00:58,279 --> 00:00:59,769 delaying the publishing process. 24 00:00:59,889 --> 00:01:02,679 As a result, they end up not getting enough content out there and can't 25 00:01:02,679 --> 00:01:04,129 convert readers into customers. 26 00:01:04,179 --> 00:01:07,199 Then once they do get something recorded, they just publish and pray. 27 00:01:07,394 --> 00:01:09,944 Once the content's published, they rely on sheer luck, hoping 28 00:01:09,944 --> 00:01:11,044 people will stumble upon it. 29 00:01:11,074 --> 00:01:13,834 This leaves them with no control over how many people view their content. 30 00:01:13,974 --> 00:01:15,004 Here's how the pros do it. 31 00:01:15,024 --> 00:01:18,394 Professionals approach content creation deliberately and consistently. 32 00:01:18,444 --> 00:01:22,004 They have a content plan in place, whether it's on a monthly, weekly, or daily basis. 33 00:01:22,044 --> 00:01:24,474 They carefully choose topics that'll attract their target audience. 34 00:01:24,619 --> 00:01:27,269 and potentially convert them into customers, and eventually lead 35 00:01:27,269 --> 00:01:28,629 them to their flagship programs. 36 00:01:28,679 --> 00:01:30,949 Professionals also understand that perfection can often 37 00:01:30,949 --> 00:01:32,119 be the enemy of progress. 38 00:01:32,149 --> 00:01:35,259 Instead of obsessing over every little detail, they focus on creating content 39 00:01:35,259 --> 00:01:38,459 quickly, recognizing that getting the main points out to their audience and creating 40 00:01:38,459 --> 00:01:41,754 more content provides more value over time than spending Spending weeks or months 41 00:01:41,754 --> 00:01:45,714 on one piece, they prioritize the act of publishing because they know that valuable 42 00:01:45,714 --> 00:01:48,084 content is worthless if it remains unseen. 43 00:01:48,114 --> 00:01:51,084 But publishing is only the first phase of successful content marketing. 44 00:01:51,114 --> 00:01:54,924 Professionals also actively promote the content they publish, utilizing various 45 00:01:54,929 --> 00:01:56,904 strategies to maximize its visibility. 46 00:01:56,934 --> 00:01:59,724 They repurpose their content, adapting it for different platforms 47 00:01:59,844 --> 00:02:02,124 and engaging with their audience through social media channels. 48 00:02:02,299 --> 00:02:05,029 Additionally, they may invest in paid ads to amplify the reach 49 00:02:05,029 --> 00:02:06,289 and impact of their content. 50 00:02:06,359 --> 00:02:07,849 So here's how to start taking action. 51 00:02:07,889 --> 00:02:11,329 Start by creating a comprehensive content plan tailored to your business goals. 52 00:02:11,369 --> 00:02:14,369 Identify topics that align with your target audience's interests and 53 00:02:14,369 --> 00:02:17,459 determine how your content can lead them toward your flagship programs. 54 00:02:17,479 --> 00:02:20,539 Dedicate at least one hour per week to the creation of your content. 55 00:02:20,579 --> 00:02:23,769 Regardless of the outcome, commit to publishing it and refining it over time. 56 00:02:23,989 --> 00:02:26,159 Take an active role in promoting your published content. 57 00:02:26,229 --> 00:02:29,429 Repurpose it for different platforms, engage with your audience on social 58 00:02:29,429 --> 00:02:32,619 media, and consider leveraging paid ads to increase its visibility. 59 00:02:32,669 --> 00:02:35,879 Implement a professional approach to content creation and promotion that'll 60 00:02:35,879 --> 00:02:39,119 help you attract an ideal audience, convert them into customers, and 61 00:02:39,129 --> 00:02:40,739 send them to your flagship programs. 62 00:02:40,779 --> 00:02:43,169 Develop a routine and stick with it to ensure success. 63 00:02:43,209 --> 00:02:45,859 Make sure you're regularly producing content, promoting it, and 64 00:02:45,859 --> 00:02:48,689 tracking progress so that you can measure and improve your results.