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3 ideas for Reels when you don’t want to create videos

Last month an announcement by Instagram put everyone in a tizz! I’m sure you’ve heard it all by now – that Instagram is “no longer just a photo sharing app” and they plan to focus more on video content. 

Now, if you’re an introvert (such as myself) then this news might not have been the best thing to hear – I get it! Video content is not exactly my strong suit either and if I can avoid talking on camera then I most certainly will.

But, just because things are moving in a different direction does not mean we get left behind, my friend! What it DOES mean, however, is that we have to dig a little deeper in our toolbox to find something that works.

Just like you, I LOVE my business. And I am willing to move with the tide if it affords me the opportunity to continue growing my business the way my heart desires.

I want the same for you!

Your business deserves a fighting chance because it is the makeup of countless hours of dedication, commitment, hard work, sacrifice and time that we’ll never get back.

Your business deserves a chance just as much as any other because it is worth all the effort and more.

This is why I wanted to share 3 sneaky ways you can receive all the benefits of sharing video content without having to actually talk (or dance) in front of the camera…

1. Use stock videos

Much like stock photos, stock videos are a great way to share content without having to spend much time in front of your computer creating and editing. 

Since video content is all the rage right now, with its popularity only moving upward in the future, you can now find many stock photo sites offering video content as well. 

My favourite stock photo site, ColorJoy Stock, is now adding stock videos to their library exclusively for quarterly and annual members! This means that you won’t need to fork out hundreds of dollars hiring a professional videographer and you can still reap all the benefits of including high quality video content to your marketing strategy.

And the best part is that you can still remain on-brand and maintain your cohesive look while attracting your dream clients into your space!

Want in one some beautiful stock videos for your business? Sign up to ColorJoy Stock using my affiliate link! Remember, ONLY quarterly and annual members get access to their video library.

2. Demonstrate or share something off-camera using voice over

Get creative! Use pen and paper to explain something in a fun, easy to remember way. Or share a screen recording of yourself explaining how your client can fix something they’re struggling with, that falls in your zone genius.

For example, if you are a content creator, you could share your process for batch planning a month worth of Instagram content for your clients. You could even give your audience some ideas for their next Instagram post or share a quick tutorial on an app you use to schedule your content.

The key thing here is to think outside of the box and share your expertise in a fun, engaging way that will show your audience how they can achieve a quick win!

You could also share some short snippets of what goes on behind the curtain, and how you are able to achieve the results you promise clients. People love seeing the real, raw bits of life and your audience will love learning about the process behind your brilliant transformations!

3. Use Canva templates to create stunning Reels

Now, if you want to create highly interactive, unique, on-brand video content that shares your expertise in a fun and engaging manner, then you may want to give Canva Reel templates a try!

Not only will you be building trust with your audience through content that shows off your expertise and skill, but you’ll also play in favour of Instagram’s mission to prioritise video content and gain those popularity points to continue being seen by your DREAM clients.

Reels are fun. Reels are popular. And using Reels is a highly effective (and impactful) marketing tool that you can absolutely jump in on, even if you have no desire to dance on camera!

This is exactly why I added this brand new Canva Reels Template set to my shop!

Inside this Canva Reels Template Pack you’ll find:

💖 4 fun, unique Instagram Reels template sets designed to create highly interactive video content (without having to dance on camera!) so you can share your knowledge with your audience while attracting more dream clients to work with you.

💖 A set of 5 Reel Cover templates so you can maintain an on-brand, cohesive look across your Instagram page when sharing your Reels. 

💖 A Training Video where I show you how to use these Reels Templates so you can get the most out of them and create stunning Reels graphics to share your content on Instagram and attract your DREAM clients! 

💖 PLUS: All Color Joy Stock images are included inside the template!

I know it’s not easy to keep up with the trends, especially when everything seems to play in favor of extroverts!

But, now you can continue sharing your value-filled content in a way the algorithm favours, while capturing the attention of your dream clients, signing on dream projects and growing your dream business on YOUR terms.

Go ahead and position yourself as the go-to-girl in your niche with these sneaky video tips, and create content that makes you feel good, because it allows for you to be 100%, unapologetically YOU!

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I help lady bosses attract their very own tribe online with polished, on-brand graphics that truly sets them apart from the rest – giving them the confidence to stand in front of their dream clients.

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So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what? 🤔How do you go about growing an email list? Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps: 1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page. 3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times: 👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must. 👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can. 4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include: 💡Taking part in a summit 💡Exchanging lead magnets 💡Participating in a joint offer 💡Podcast interview 💡Guest blogging 💡Guest training Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche. Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING. 💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
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So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what? 🤔How do you go about growing an email list? Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps: 1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page. 3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times: 👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must. 👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can. 4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include: 💡Taking part in a summit 💡Exchanging lead magnets 💡Participating in a joint offer 💡Podcast interview 💡Guest blogging 💡Guest training Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche. Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING. 💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
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In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy…

But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume.

1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads.

2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future.

3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies.

4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way.

5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients!

Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet.

👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy…

But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume.

1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads.

2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future.

3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies.

4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way.

5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients!

Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet.

👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy… But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume. 1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads. 2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future. 3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies. 4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way. 5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients! Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet. 👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
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In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy… But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume. 1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads. 2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future. 3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies. 4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way. 5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients! Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet. 👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
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Whether you are creating an ebook, workbook, checklist or any sort of PDF for your lead magnet, you are going to need some design help to put it all together.

If design is not your strong suit (and that’s totally okay!) you may struggle for hours putting something semi-decent together. You may even find some really cool free templates in Canva which you can piece together to create your lead magnet.

While these are both options you can explore, here are the stumbling blocks that may just trip your up and cost you even more time:

🧱 your content won’t flow easily, making it hard for your audience to consume and actually take the action you want them to take.

🧱 the look and feel of your document may not appeal to your audience OR it may not look professional at all which could make them doubt your expertise - yikes! 

🧱 mix matching templates from the Canva library may look odd if you don’t know how to design for total brand cohesion, which will throw off the person trying to consume the content of the lead magnet. 

So, with all this in mind, don’t you think a template that has a) been designed to put your content in the best light AND b) already has all the pages you need so you don’t have to worry about your lead magnet looking mismatched, is the perfect solution?

I think so! 

And, I know exactly where you can find one too…

👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽Head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my latest drop - the Canva Lead Magnet Template.👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽

You’ll also find templates which I designed especially with online service providers in mind such as client welcome packets, service & pricing guides, Instagram squares, Brand Kits, and even templates to get you started with Reels!

Now tell me, how are you going to create your epic lead magnet? Will you be using Canva templates? Let me know in the comments 👇🏽
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Whether you are creating an ebook, workbook, checklist or any sort of PDF for your lead magnet, you are going to need some design help to put it all together. If design is not your strong suit (and that’s totally okay!) you may struggle for hours putting something semi-decent together. You may even find some really cool free templates in Canva which you can piece together to create your lead magnet. While these are both options you can explore, here are the stumbling blocks that may just trip your up and cost you even more time: 🧱 your content won’t flow easily, making it hard for your audience to consume and actually take the action you want them to take. 🧱 the look and feel of your document may not appeal to your audience OR it may not look professional at all which could make them doubt your expertise - yikes! 🧱 mix matching templates from the Canva library may look odd if you don’t know how to design for total brand cohesion, which will throw off the person trying to consume the content of the lead magnet. So, with all this in mind, don’t you think a template that has a) been designed to put your content in the best light AND b) already has all the pages you need so you don’t have to worry about your lead magnet looking mismatched, is the perfect solution? I think so! And, I know exactly where you can find one too… 👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽Head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my latest drop - the Canva Lead Magnet Template.👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽 You’ll also find templates which I designed especially with online service providers in mind such as client welcome packets, service & pricing guides, Instagram squares, Brand Kits, and even templates to get you started with Reels! Now tell me, how are you going to create your epic lead magnet? Will you be using Canva templates? Let me know in the comments 👇🏽
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As an online service provider, list building can be tricky if you are using the same strategies as infopreneurs or digital product sellers. In fact, if you are using those strategies, you are setting yourself up for disappointment when it comes to finding dream clients!

Here are 3 common mistakes I see many new online service providers make with their opt-in offer:

1️⃣Using A Service & Pricing Guide As A Lead Magnet

When you are promoting a paid offer online, you should always make sure that important information regarding your offer is easy to find. This becomes even more necessary with services because people are less likely to jump through hoops to learn about a service, especially if they don’t know you.

I’ve seen many online service providers use their service & pricing guide as an opt in – this is a big mistake for two reasons…

Your service & pricing guide does not offer any sort of value to your audience and does not give you the opportunity to build trust with people who come into contact with your business. 

Asking people to subscribe to your list in order to receive your service & pricing guide is making it harder for potential clients to work with you.

2️⃣ Using Discovery Calls As An Opt In

This may be an unpopular opinion, but the reason I believe it is a mistake to offer a discovery call as an opt in is that you are giving up your valuable time (and expertise) to someone who can easily turn around and not even give you a second thought. Or worse, use what they’ve gotten out of the call and do it themselves!

3️⃣ Creating An Opt In That Competes With Your Service

This is a BIG NO-NO because when you create a freebie that directly competes with your main offer, you are building a list of subscribers who are unlikely to hire you. You are attracting subscribers who would like to DIY instead of outsource – not a potential paying client.

🤔I’m curious… What are your thoughts on using discovery calls as an opt-in? Have they been successful for you? Or are you over it? Let me know in the comments below!
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As an online service provider, list building can be tricky if you are using the same strategies as infopreneurs or digital product sellers. In fact, if you are using those strategies, you are setting yourself up for disappointment when it comes to finding dream clients! Here are 3 common mistakes I see many new online service providers make with their opt-in offer: 1️⃣Using A Service & Pricing Guide As A Lead Magnet When you are promoting a paid offer online, you should always make sure that important information regarding your offer is easy to find. This becomes even more necessary with services because people are less likely to jump through hoops to learn about a service, especially if they don’t know you. I’ve seen many online service providers use their service & pricing guide as an opt in – this is a big mistake for two reasons… Your service & pricing guide does not offer any sort of value to your audience and does not give you the opportunity to build trust with people who come into contact with your business. Asking people to subscribe to your list in order to receive your service & pricing guide is making it harder for potential clients to work with you. 2️⃣ Using Discovery Calls As An Opt In This may be an unpopular opinion, but the reason I believe it is a mistake to offer a discovery call as an opt in is that you are giving up your valuable time (and expertise) to someone who can easily turn around and not even give you a second thought. Or worse, use what they’ve gotten out of the call and do it themselves! 3️⃣ Creating An Opt In That Competes With Your Service This is a BIG NO-NO because when you create a freebie that directly competes with your main offer, you are building a list of subscribers who are unlikely to hire you. You are attracting subscribers who would like to DIY instead of outsource – not a potential paying client. 🤔I’m curious… What are your thoughts on using discovery calls as an opt-in? Have they been successful for you? Or are you over it? Let me know in the comments below!
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So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what? 🤔How do you go about growing an email list? Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps: 1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page. 3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times: 👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must. 👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can. 4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include: 💡Taking part in a summit 💡Exchanging lead magnets 💡Participating in a joint offer 💡Podcast interview 💡Guest blogging 💡Guest training Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche. Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING. 💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what?

🤔How do you go about growing an email list?

Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps:

1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 

2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page.

3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times:

👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must.

👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 

👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can.

4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include:

💡Taking part in a summit
💡Exchanging lead magnets
💡Participating in a joint offer
💡Podcast interview
💡Guest blogging
💡Guest training

Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche.

Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING.

💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
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So, you’ve created an epic lead magnet that offers your audience a ton of value - now what? 🤔How do you go about growing an email list? Let’s take a look at 4 ways you can start promoting your freebie so you can grow your list with your dream peeps: 1️⃣A blog hosted on your business website. Your website should always be your main focus when creating content because it is the one space online you have the most control over. Adding opt-in buttons and subscription forms in your blog posts is a great way to get people who are genuinely interested in your biz and services signed up to your list. 2️⃣Share your form on different pages and sections of your site. Your home page, footer area, about page, service page, sidebar, are all prime places to add your subscription form to. You can either embed the form into your website or you could make use of graphics to promote your freebie so when someone clicks on it, they’ll be directed to your opt-in landing page. 3️⃣Share content related to your lead magnet on social media, When posting on social media there are a few things you need to remember doing at all times: 👉Using eye-catching graphics to promote your freebie is a must. 👉Always add clear call-to-actions that directs people to your sign up page. 👉Add links to your opt in landing page wherever you can. 4️⃣Collaborate with a business in a complementary niche. Get new eyes on your lead magnet, new subscribers to your list and new leads of potential dream clients with a collab! Some ideas for collabs include: 💡Taking part in a summit 💡Exchanging lead magnets 💡Participating in a joint offer 💡Podcast interview 💡Guest blogging 💡Guest training Once you’ve got your promo plan in place, all you need to do moving forward is continue to show up for your email community so they remember you as the go-to-girl in your niche. Thankfully, I have a blog filled with awesome tips to help you do all this and more so you can create a stunning online space for your business and get booked out with projects that make your heart SING. 💖Swing by for a read by clicking the link in my bio!
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In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy…

But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume.

1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads.

2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future.

3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies.

4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way.

5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients!

Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet.

👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy…

But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume.

1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads.

2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future.

3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies.

4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way.

5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients!

Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet.

👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy… But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume. 1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads. 2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future. 3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies. 4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way. 5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients! Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet. 👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
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In a previous post I shared some lead magnet ideas for your online service based business, and also recommended Canva templates (which you can find in my shop 😉) to help you whip up something in a jiffy… But, whether you choose to go with an ebook, a workbook or a checklist, there are some pages, I believe, you should always try to include in your freebie to make it easier for your audience to consume. 1️⃣A beautiful cover page with the freebie title. How many files are currently sitting in your downloads folder on your computer? Your cover will make it easy to spot your document so that it does not get lost in that sea of downloads. 2️⃣An about page introducing you & your business. You want your new subscribers to become familiar with you and your business right off the bat. Your about page is where you get to start building connection and trust with those who are most likely going to hire you in the future. 3️⃣An overview page summarizing the core content. Give your new subscriber a brief of what they can expect from this document they just downloaded. This will encourage them to actually use the lead magnet instead of letting it gather virtual dust bunnies. 4️⃣Content pages explaining your main points. The most important part of your lead magnet is the actual content, and you need to be sure your design presents this content in the best possible way. 5️⃣Call-to-action page introducing your service. The most important page when it comes to the next step you want your new subscriber to take - not adding a CTA page will have you losing out on opportunities to sign on new clients! Do you think I left anything out? Let me know in the comments below if you’ve not added any of these pages to your lead magnet. 👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽And remember: you can head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my Canva Lead Magnet Template which was designed to help you provide your audience with incredible value, letting them know exactly why they should hire YOU!👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽
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Whether you are creating an ebook, workbook, checklist or any sort of PDF for your lead magnet, you are going to need some design help to put it all together.

If design is not your strong suit (and that’s totally okay!) you may struggle for hours putting something semi-decent together. You may even find some really cool free templates in Canva which you can piece together to create your lead magnet.

While these are both options you can explore, here are the stumbling blocks that may just trip your up and cost you even more time:

🧱 your content won’t flow easily, making it hard for your audience to consume and actually take the action you want them to take.

🧱 the look and feel of your document may not appeal to your audience OR it may not look professional at all which could make them doubt your expertise - yikes! 

🧱 mix matching templates from the Canva library may look odd if you don’t know how to design for total brand cohesion, which will throw off the person trying to consume the content of the lead magnet. 

So, with all this in mind, don’t you think a template that has a) been designed to put your content in the best light AND b) already has all the pages you need so you don’t have to worry about your lead magnet looking mismatched, is the perfect solution?

I think so! 

And, I know exactly where you can find one too…

👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽Head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my latest drop - the Canva Lead Magnet Template.👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽

You’ll also find templates which I designed especially with online service providers in mind such as client welcome packets, service & pricing guides, Instagram squares, Brand Kits, and even templates to get you started with Reels!

Now tell me, how are you going to create your epic lead magnet? Will you be using Canva templates? Let me know in the comments 👇🏽
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Whether you are creating an ebook, workbook, checklist or any sort of PDF for your lead magnet, you are going to need some design help to put it all together. If design is not your strong suit (and that’s totally okay!) you may struggle for hours putting something semi-decent together. You may even find some really cool free templates in Canva which you can piece together to create your lead magnet. While these are both options you can explore, here are the stumbling blocks that may just trip your up and cost you even more time: 🧱 your content won’t flow easily, making it hard for your audience to consume and actually take the action you want them to take. 🧱 the look and feel of your document may not appeal to your audience OR it may not look professional at all which could make them doubt your expertise - yikes! 🧱 mix matching templates from the Canva library may look odd if you don’t know how to design for total brand cohesion, which will throw off the person trying to consume the content of the lead magnet. So, with all this in mind, don’t you think a template that has a) been designed to put your content in the best light AND b) already has all the pages you need so you don’t have to worry about your lead magnet looking mismatched, is the perfect solution? I think so! And, I know exactly where you can find one too… 👉🏽👉🏽👉🏽Head over to my shop by clicking the link in my bio for my latest drop - the Canva Lead Magnet Template.👈🏽👈🏽👈🏽 You’ll also find templates which I designed especially with online service providers in mind such as client welcome packets, service & pricing guides, Instagram squares, Brand Kits, and even templates to get you started with Reels! Now tell me, how are you going to create your epic lead magnet? Will you be using Canva templates? Let me know in the comments 👇🏽
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As an online service provider, list building can be tricky if you are using the same strategies as infopreneurs or digital product sellers. In fact, if you are using those strategies, you are setting yourself up for disappointment when it comes to finding dream clients!

Here are 3 common mistakes I see many new online service providers make with their opt-in offer:

1️⃣Using A Service & Pricing Guide As A Lead Magnet

When you are promoting a paid offer online, you should always make sure that important information regarding your offer is easy to find. This becomes even more necessary with services because people are less likely to jump through hoops to learn about a service, especially if they don’t know you.

I’ve seen many online service providers use their service & pricing guide as an opt in – this is a big mistake for two reasons…

Your service & pricing guide does not offer any sort of value to your audience and does not give you the opportunity to build trust with people who come into contact with your business. 

Asking people to subscribe to your list in order to receive your service & pricing guide is making it harder for potential clients to work with you.

2️⃣ Using Discovery Calls As An Opt In

This may be an unpopular opinion, but the reason I believe it is a mistake to offer a discovery call as an opt in is that you are giving up your valuable time (and expertise) to someone who can easily turn around and not even give you a second thought. Or worse, use what they’ve gotten out of the call and do it themselves!

3️⃣ Creating An Opt In That Competes With Your Service

This is a BIG NO-NO because when you create a freebie that directly competes with your main offer, you are building a list of subscribers who are unlikely to hire you. You are attracting subscribers who would like to DIY instead of outsource – not a potential paying client.

🤔I’m curious… What are your thoughts on using discovery calls as an opt-in? Have they been successful for you? Or are you over it? Let me know in the comments below!
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As an online service provider, list building can be tricky if you are using the same strategies as infopreneurs or digital product sellers. In fact, if you are using those strategies, you are setting yourself up for disappointment when it comes to finding dream clients! Here are 3 common mistakes I see many new online service providers make with their opt-in offer: 1️⃣Using A Service & Pricing Guide As A Lead Magnet When you are promoting a paid offer online, you should always make sure that important information regarding your offer is easy to find. This becomes even more necessary with services because people are less likely to jump through hoops to learn about a service, especially if they don’t know you. I’ve seen many online service providers use their service & pricing guide as an opt in – this is a big mistake for two reasons… Your service & pricing guide does not offer any sort of value to your audience and does not give you the opportunity to build trust with people who come into contact with your business. Asking people to subscribe to your list in order to receive your service & pricing guide is making it harder for potential clients to work with you. 2️⃣ Using Discovery Calls As An Opt In This may be an unpopular opinion, but the reason I believe it is a mistake to offer a discovery call as an opt in is that you are giving up your valuable time (and expertise) to someone who can easily turn around and not even give you a second thought. Or worse, use what they’ve gotten out of the call and do it themselves! 3️⃣ Creating An Opt In That Competes With Your Service This is a BIG NO-NO because when you create a freebie that directly competes with your main offer, you are building a list of subscribers who are unlikely to hire you. You are attracting subscribers who would like to DIY instead of outsource – not a potential paying client. 🤔I’m curious… What are your thoughts on using discovery calls as an opt-in? Have they been successful for you? Or are you over it? Let me know in the comments below!
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As an online service provider, it can be tricky to find the right lead magnet idea for your audience since you don’t want your free offer to compete with your paid offers.

But, with some research and a bit of thought, it is entirely possible to create a freebie that ticks all the right boxes.

Here are 3 simple lead magnet ideas you can use to grow your email list and attract an audience filled with your dreamy, soulmate clients…

1️⃣A fillable workbook or planner

Using a fillable workbook or planner is a great lead magnet idea for an online service based business, since you can use this as a way to prepare your dream clients for when they start to work with you. Not only does this help your audience overcome a specific pain point, but it also educates them on a topic within your niche that they’ll need to know about when they hire you. 

2️⃣Training in the form of an ebook or video

Oftentimes as service providers we can forget small details that a client may need extra clarification on to avoid bumps later on in the project process. Offering some sort of training on a specific topic that tends to cause problems during a project, can be highly beneficial to both you and your potential dream client.

3️⃣A checklist

A checklist is a simple, yet effective, way to guide your audience through a specific process in your niche that they’d need to complete just before hiring you for your services. Using a checklist as a lead magnet can give your audience much needed clarity, while showcasing the importance of the service you offer – and, why it is better left to the experts, a.k.a. YOU.

What kind of lead magnet do you plan on creating for your business? Tell me about it in the comments below 🙋‍♀️
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As an online service provider, it can be tricky to find the right lead magnet idea for your audience since you don’t want your free offer to compete with your paid offers. But, with some research and a bit of thought, it is entirely possible to create a freebie that ticks all the right boxes. Here are 3 simple lead magnet ideas you can use to grow your email list and attract an audience filled with your dreamy, soulmate clients… 1️⃣A fillable workbook or planner Using a fillable workbook or planner is a great lead magnet idea for an online service based business, since you can use this as a way to prepare your dream clients for when they start to work with you. Not only does this help your audience overcome a specific pain point, but it also educates them on a topic within your niche that they’ll need to know about when they hire you. 2️⃣Training in the form of an ebook or video Oftentimes as service providers we can forget small details that a client may need extra clarification on to avoid bumps later on in the project process. Offering some sort of training on a specific topic that tends to cause problems during a project, can be highly beneficial to both you and your potential dream client. 3️⃣A checklist A checklist is a simple, yet effective, way to guide your audience through a specific process in your niche that they’d need to complete just before hiring you for your services. Using a checklist as a lead magnet can give your audience much needed clarity, while showcasing the importance of the service you offer – and, why it is better left to the experts, a.k.a. YOU. What kind of lead magnet do you plan on creating for your business? Tell me about it in the comments below 🙋‍♀️
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