Is Social Media Worth It for Marketing Your Book?
EPISODE FORTY ONE
When it comes to successfully marketing your book, there's an important element that you need: information. In this episode, Jenn and Marcus discuss how you can use Instagram to discover exactly what your readers want and how you can put it to work.
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One Instagram Tool Authors Can Use to Find Out What Readers Want
EPISODE FORTY
When it comes to successfully marketing your book, there's an important element that you need: information. In this episode, Jenn and Marcus discuss how you can use Instagram to discover exactly what your readers want and how you can put it to work.
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How to Market a Book If You’re an Introvert
EPISODE THIRTY NINE
Putting yourself and your book out into the world can be scary - especially for introverts. But to see book sales and to grow your platform, it's a must. In this episode Jenn and Marcus discuss some tools that authors can use to market their book - even if you're an introvert!
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Newsletter Vs Blog Subscribers - What’s the Difference?
EPISODE THIRTY EIGHT
Have you ever wondered, "What's the difference between subscribing to a blog and subscribing to a newsletter?" We know this can be confusing for some authors, so Jenn and Marcus differentiate between the two and give an overview of the pieces required to get your newsletter rolling.
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Knowing Where You Should Spend Time Online
EPISODE THIRTY SEVEN
As an author, it can be difficult to navigate where you should be online to grow your audience and see the best results. In this episode, Jenn and Marcus talk about how authors can find the best place to connect with their ideal readers, see greater results, and actually enjoy the process.
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A Common Marketing Strategy Authors Should Avoid
EPISODE THIRTY SIX
Are you basing your entire marketing strategy on other people's connections? Whether that be influencers, media, friends, or organizations - depending on others to sell your book is not sustainable. In this episode Jenn and Marcus talk about what authors need to focus on to continue book sales, build a solid marketing foundation, and see better results.
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How Authors Can Plan for the New Year
EPISODE THIRTY FIVE
One of the best ways to set ourselves up for success is to create a plan with clear goals. In this episode, Jenn and Marcus discuss how authors can create a doable plan to see success. No matter if you're listening to this at the end of the year or in the middle of July, this episode will help you!
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Taking a Social Media Break Without “Fear of Missing Out”
EPISODE THIRTY FOUR
Sometimes we think that if we stop, even for a second, all of the plates we are spinning will fall down. But the truth is, every single one of us needs to take a break. In this episode Jenn shares her own experience with stepping away for a bit.
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A Mistake That Is Costing Continued Book Sales
EPISODE THIRTY THREE
Your book has a long life ahead of it - well beyond the release date. In fact, the majority of your sales will come well after the release. So why are authors struggling to keep sales alive? Jenn and Marcus dive into this and share some easy to apply tips to keep sales flowing well beyond your book's release.
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How Authors Can Start Their Newsletter
EPISODE THIRTY TWO
You've heard us say many times that a newsletter is the most important tool in your marketing toolbox. But where do you start? What do you put in your newsletter? How do you grow? In this episode, Jenn & Marcus break it down for you.
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Instagram vs TikTok - What Should Authors Use?
EPISODE THIRTY ONE
Should authors be on Instagram, TikTok or both? Jenn and Marcus discuss both outlets, Jenn shares her experience, and provides guidance so you can make an informed decision for yourself.
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Answering Authors' Social Media Copyright Questions
EPISODE THIRTY
When it comes to authors using graphics, photos, and music in our social media posts, videos, blogs, podcasts, and websites, there are some legalities you need to be aware of. Make sure you and your online presence are protected and using the right resources. In this episode, Marcus and Jenn discuss the copyright and licensing issues authors need to be aware of to stay out of trouble.
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Finding Motivation to Post Regularly on Social Media
EPISODE TWENTY NINE
When we recently asked followers on Instagram what they were struggling with, the overwhelming response was a lack of motivation. I get it - when you aren't seeing results from your efforts on Instagram it can feel like a drag. In this episode, Marcus and Jenn discuss three key strategies to boost your motivation while spending less time on Instagram to growing an engaged audience.
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Five Mistakes That Keep Authors from Growing an Audience
EPISODE TWENTY EIGHT
In order to sell your book, you need an audience. Many authors that I talk to feel like if they just had more followers on social media, that would be the answer to all of their problems. But it's actually deeper than that. In today's episode, we talk about five things that are holding authors back from growing an audience and how to fix it.
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Two Truths Authors Don’t Want to Hear
EPISODE TWENTY SEVEN
Jenn and Marcus discuss two specific practices that might seem crazy at first, but will actually help authors reach more of their readers.
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Instagram Stories Vs. Reels and How to Best Use Them
EPISODE TWENTY SIX
If you find yourself asking, "What's the difference? Don't Reels and Stories do basically the same thing?" you're not alone - many authors have asked the same question. In this episode, we will break down the specific uses for each and how to best use Reels and Stories in your Instagram strategy.
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Two Essential Elements to Include With Every Reel
EPISODE TWENTY FIVE
When it comes to creating reels, most of the focus is put on the actual video. While the video is important, there are two additional items authors need to include to make sure readers take action. Jenn and Marcus discuss these two items and how you can incorporate them into your plan.
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What Authors Can Share on Instagram Reels
EPISODE TWENTY FOUR
You know that you want to start using reels, but what do you actually share? What can you include in your reels? In this episode, Jenn and Marcus share how you can come up with ideas for your reels.
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How Authors Can Get Started With Reels
EPISODE TWENTY THREE
If you've played with the idea of incorporating reels into your Instagram strategy but don't know where to start, we've got you covered! In this episode Jenn and Marcus will discuss the three easy steps that you can take to be successful with reels.
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Two Big Changes to Instagram
EPISODE TWENTY TWO
Gaining a following on Instagram isn't the same as it used to be five years ago - or even one year ago. There are two big changes that authors should be aware of to see the growth and connections that they need.
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