Introvert Marketing Monsters Academy
By Kim Gray | Introvert Marketing Coach
Introvert Marketing Monsters AcademyFeb 09, 2021
Ep 37 | Quiet Conversations: Dr. Nola Veazie
This episode's quiet conversation is with Dr. Nola Veazie, the CEO of V-Solutions Consulting LLC. I met Dr. Nola through one of her online groups on Alignable, Black-Owned Businesses. She also founded the Veteran-Owned Business Group and the Sound Off for Behavioral Health Practitioners.
Ep 36 | Market the Voice of Your Customer : A Free Offer
Creating a free offer will include collecting information from all the marketing strategies you've used to share your voice. If you've been sharing your blog posts and podcast episodes through your social media marketing and newsletters, you should have a good handle on what resonates with your audience. In this episodes, I'll share some free offers you can create or find help creating a professional quality product. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy and meet my Marketing Monsters at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 35 | Market the Voice of Your Customer : Monthly Newsletter
The best way to ensure people know about and read your blog posts is to tell them you've written one or many. If you have an email list of subscribers or clients, sending them a monthly newsletter that contains snippets of your recent posts and podcast episodes is so smart. In this episode, I will share an important tip about increasing your analytics and clicks. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy and meet my Marketing Monsters at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 34 | Market the Voice of Your Customer : Podcast Episodes
Podcasting will always be an introvert's best strategy for sharing content and being heard. You don't need fancy equipment but a headset with a voice cancelling microphone would be ideal. During this episode, I'll share some tips on how to repurpose your blog posts into podcast episodes. Plus, I'll share the tools and techniques I use when publishing my podcast. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy and meet my Marketing Monsters at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 33 | Market the Voice of Your Customer : Social Media Posts
In our Market the Voice of Your Customer: Blog Posts, I shared that writing a blog post is a great way to create content especially if you write a numbered list. During this episode, I share with you how to repurpose just one blog post into multiple social media posts and the tools I use to create and publish my posts. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy and my Marketing Monsters at https://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 32 | Market the Voice of Your Customer: Blog Posts
One of the best ways to create content that relates to your target market is to write blog posts. Writing a blog post gives you the 'soapbox' you need to stand up and be heard. In this episode, you will learn how easy it is to write your first or next blog post using a suggestion I learned from a veteran Coach. Learn more about my Marketing Monsters and the Marketing Monsters Academy at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 31 | You Are Your Best Market Research
We are continuing the conversation around the 'voice of your customer' with a challenge. Doing market research may seem like a daunting task, and therefore the Renny monster kicks in and we procrastinate doing it. During this episode, you'll discover the best and fastest way to do the market research you need to attract your ideal client -- over a weekend. If you'd like help with this challenge, visit myfirstcoachingclient.com and schedule a 'help me figure it out' session.
Ep 30 | The Voice of Your Customer Is You
Knowing the voice of your customer is key to developing a strong marketing presence, designing relevant programs, and attracting your ideal clients. During this episode, we'll lay the foundation of understanding around this 'voice' and the part you play. Follow along over the next few weeks as I share this concept and the steps you can take to tap into the 'voice of your customer'. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy and take the quiz at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 29 | 8 Strategies Introverts Can Use to Develop a Stronger Influence
How do you develop your relationships? Do you use the same skills to develop loyalty and trust with your clients? Do your clients know that you desire a closer relationship with them? During this episode, I'll share a few attributes you can develop to strengthen your business relationships authentically. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy and take the quiz at http://marketingmonstersacademy.com.
Ep 28 | 12 Ways Introverts Can Polish Up Small-Talk Skills
I know that small talk isn't what we enjoy, but in order to make new friends in your business, you will need to learn how to connect with others through small talk. In this episode, I share some fun and easy ways to strike up conversations and make the most of online or in-person networking events. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy and take the Marketing Monsters quiz at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 27 | 8 Strategies for Making and Keeping Clients
Making clients friends isn't always easy, but it doesn't have to be difficult either. Nearly everyone could use a few more clients, right? This is a big thing to have in common with others. With a little trial and error, your social life can take a turn for the better as you apply some simple steps to your relationship building toolkit. In this episode, I'll share 8 ways you can enhance how you make clients friends and develop meaningful relationships with them. Learn more about The Marketing Monsters Academy, take the Monster quiz, and reserve your seat for our next virtual workshop at https://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 26 | 7 Strategies That Build and Maintain Meaningful Relationships
Relationships can be challenging. The quality of our relationships has a big influence on the quality of our lives. Think of a relationship like a living organism. They require attention and energy to thrive. When relationships are ignored, they degrade and wither away. How many clients have drifted away from you over the years? In this episode, I'll share 7 strategies you probably already use in your everyday life to maintain relationships and challenge you to use them with your client relationships. Learn more about The Marketing Monsters Academy and register for this month's virtual workshop at https://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 25 | 6 Ways to Make Time for You
Each day has its own set of circumstances, challenges, and opportunities. Do you push yourself to be all that you can be? In the midst of doing it all, do you remember to take time for yourself? During this episode we'll discuss how spending time on YOU is critical in so many ways. And, when try just one of the suggestions I've shared, you will recapture the zeal and energy you need to thrive each day. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 24 | 7 Ways an Introvert Can Work a Room without Feeling Nervous
Maybe you feel confident tweaking your online profiles and making online connections but get sweaty when you think about meeting your connections face to face; especially in large settings. With a little advance planning and positive thinking, you can be just as poised and confident at networking events as you are behind your computer screen. In this episode, I'll share seven steps to take BEFORE your next networking event. I use them on a regular basis and hope you find them valuable too. Learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 23 | Introverts Recharge by Being Alone -- Blessing or a Curse?
How do you recharge at the end of a day? How do you find space to recharge when you go to networking events? How vital is it to your business health that you find ways to recharge? During this episode, I'll share a few scenarios that have drained me but how I took charge and regained my energy. May you walk away with some ideas that you can implement right away! Feel free to learn more about the Marketing Monster Academy at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 22 | Six Practical Solutions to Combat Your Doubts and Fears
Opening the doors of a virtual business can be scary. Most of your marketing activities will be online, making you feel invisible. However, you can overcome the doubts and fears many introverts face by applying some of the solutions I share in this episode. Join me as I reveal the top 6 doubts and fears introvert entrepreneurs face along with my practical suggestions. You can also learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 21 | Meet Marketing Monster Renny : Procrastinator
Procrastination can be a result of perfectionism, wanting things to be just so before launching. And, until it's perfect then it's not fit for human eyes. Well, procrastination can also result in losing business to your competition. Why not launch what you have and make edits as you go along, testing it out on clients. During this episode, I'll share my Marketing Monster Renny and his voices of doubt and fear. Then I'll share a few tips you can use to kick your procrastination monster to the curb.
- Is Renny your Marketing Monster? Click here to learn more about Renny and the Marketing Monsters Academy.
Ep 20 | Meet Marketing Monster Gerke : Influencer
One of the best ways to build a sustainable business is to create relationships with the right people. You want your network to also include those who would be great referral partners. During this episode, I'll introduce you to Gerke and his fears around playing bigger. I'll give him some tips on how to build meaningful relationships in a way that gets people to say YES.
- Is Gerke your Marketing Monster? Click here to learn more about Gerke and the Marketing Monsters Academy.
Ep 19 | Meet Marketing Monster Faye : Uncomfortable Networking
Getting ready to walk into a room full of strangers to benefit your business can be frightening. Sometimes the anxiety around networking has to do with having confidence in our business and message. Things get easier when you have the right ammunition and support. During this episode, I'll introduce you to Faye and her networking woes plus share some simple mind shifts you can make today to increase your confidence and networking savvy.
- Is Faye your Marketing Monster? Click here to learn more about Faye and the Marketing Monsters Academy.
Ep 18 | Meet Marketing Monster Gabby : Where Are My People
One of the biggest challenges we face in business is deciding on a target market, niche, or specialty. It is so important to know some basics about your target market in order for them to find you and you to find them. During this episode, I'll introduce you to Gabby and the fears she has about finding her people. Plus, I'll share a few tips to help you strengthen your marketing mojo in this area.
- Is Gabby your Marketing Monster? Click here to learn more about Gabby and the Marketing Monsters Academy.
Ep 17 | Meet Marketing Monster Avery: Systems and Getting Legal
When you open your doors to do business online, you should take steps to set up your business legally. Having a legal business can open doors of opportunities and increase your credibility, confidence, and business savvy. In this episode, you'll meet my Marketing Monster, Avery. I'll share Avery's voices and fears along with tips on how to kick them to the curb.
- Is Avery your Marketing Monster? Click here to learn more about Avery and the Marketing Monsters Academy.
Ep 16 | Meet Monster Gabby and How to Kick Her to the Curb
In this episode, I'll be introducing you to one of my Marketing Monsters, Gabby. Gabby has an Introvert perspective around marketing which is hampering her ability to grow her business. Learn how Gabby shows up and tips to help you overcome her with key marketing strategies even Introverts can deploy.
Visit my site and learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy here: https://myfirstcoachingclient.coachesconsole.com/join-the-marketing-monster-academy.html
And, if you'd like to learn which Marketing Monsters are affecting your business, take the quiz here: https://myfirstcoachingclient.coachesconsole.com/take-the-2020-marketing-monster-quiz.html
Ep 15 | 10 Advantages of Being an Introvert
Not everyone can be the life of the party or even wants to be. There are many advantages to being introverted. If you've ever wished you were more outgoing and naturally sociable, reconsider. During this episode, you'll be nodding in agreement with the top 10 advantages I'll be sharing.
Visit my site and learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy here: https://myfirstcoachingclient.coachesconsole.com/join-the-marketing-monster-academy.html
Ep 14 | Create and Apply Your Business Standards
When you develop strong standards for your business, you will prevent clients from taking advantage of your good nature. Don't worry about being everything to everybody at the expense of your family and mental well being. In this episode, I'll share valuable tips for creating your standards and two of my deal breaker standards which you should also consider implementing.
Visit my site and learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy here: https://myfirstcoachingclient.coachesconsole.com/join-the-marketing-monster-academy.html
Ep 13 | Getting to Know Your Clients
Everybody has the same core components to their personalities. Being armed with this knowledge will make you more effective in your work. Step into your client's shoes by thinking back to your journey. Knowing your client could be as simple as knowing YOU! In this episode, I'll be asking you to answer five questions about your journey and challenge you to apply your experience to your client search.
Visit my site and learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy here: https://myfirstcoachingclient.coachesconsole.com/join-the-marketing-monster-academy.html
Ep 12 | Measuring ROI Against Expectations
When we have monies to invest in our business, why do we limit the ROI by looking for the yield to come in a specific manner? In this episode, you'll hear about a common scenario about making a sizeable investment and how the ROI actually showed up.
Visit my site and learn more about the Marketing Monsters Academy here: https://myfirstcoachingclient.coachesconsole.com/join-the-marketing-monster-academy.html
Ep 11 | 8 Powerful Ways Introverts Can Develop a Superpower of Influence
Our friends, coworkers, family, and the media influence us every day. Imagine if you had a superpower that allowed you to influence people to get things done. During this episode, I'm going to share eight secrets you can use to kick the "Gerke" monster to the curb. If you are a true Introvertpreneur, join my Facebook Group here.
Ep 10 | Create WOW Moments for Your Coach
Can you remember a time when a business went out of their way for you? A time that made it a memorable experience where you walked away saying, "WOW, I will absolutely be back!" During this episode, I'll be share some ways you can create WOW moments for your coach or client that will build loyalty and friendships authentically.
Visit my blog for more articles on this topic at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 9 | 3 Ways to Plan Your VA Business Success
A virtual business is like none other because you have to get people to overcome their fears of not being able to see you. The virtual world is a new culture that has its own etiquette and rules. During this episode, I share three steps you should take as you get ready to get started in your business.
Feel free to learn more on my blog at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com
Ep 8 | Never Let Them Smell Your Fear
Virtual clients can tell when you are afraid to quote your rates or afraid to turn down an unreasonable request. The way you respond or delay in responding can give the impression of your fear. During this episode, I share a few tips and mindset shifts you can use to minimize your fear and show up in a professional way. Plus, I share some options you can adopt when the client isn't ideal.
You can learn more on my blog at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 7 | Become Your Best Boss First
It is truly a culture shift to move from being an employee to being a business owner. All you know is how to be an employee, so it will take effort to change your mindset and think as a business owner. During this episode, I ask you to answer 8 questions about your skills as a boss. May you become your best boss and not your worst employee! Be sure to visit my blog at http://myfirstcoachingclient.com.
Ep 6 | Getting the Work Done as a Virtual Assistant
Your business brand is probably built on quality and timeliness. Your clients depend on a high caliber of work from you as well as meeting their hectic deadlines with time to spare. What do you do if your client needs you to do work that you're not familiar with or like doing? This episode provides a few solutions to help you overcome this dilemma and kick this monster to the curb.
Ep 5 | 3 Ways to Find Where Your Market Lives, Works, and Plays
The worst time to look for new business is when you need it. A thriving business must plan to expand services and add products that are attractive to its target market. If you do the research right, you will have the keys to unlock your own doors of opportunity to network and create new business. This episode gives you three exercises to help you understand your target market on a deeper level.
Ep 4 | Know Your Purpose and Create Amazing Moments
During this episode, I'll give you a 3-step process for determining your purpose for the year. When you are faced with a 'shiny object' or 'too good to pass up offer', you'll be able to ask yourself if that opportunity relates to your purpose and make an informed decision. Once you have your purpose defined, you'll start to see your business in a much different way.
Ep 3 | Tips for Kicking Your Networking Monster to the Curb
Sometimes the anxiety around networking has to do with having confidence in our business and message. In this episode, I'll introduce you to Faye, my Networking Monster, and share tips you can use to increase your business confidence as you walk into a room. You'll be poised and ready to answer that fateful question, "What do you do?"
Ep 2 | Three Reasons Introverts Stink at Networking and How to Emerge as a Networking Diva
Marketing strategies are designed to cater to Extroverts. The good news is that Introverts can succeed at marketing. This episode focuses on three situations where introvert characteristics create positive experiences.
Ep1 | Are You Fully Set Up?
In this episode, I share 23 steps you need to take in getting your online business set up and the pitfall to avoid until it is set up.