The E-commerce Content Creation Podcast takes a broad look at the impact of creative production in retail and e-commerce — focusing in on specific creative production functions and roles and how they collaborate with other e-commerce functions to achieve their respective organizational goals.
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Do you love content creation? Me too! So come hang out with my guests and me as we talk about all things content creation! We'll share our thoughts and best tips about the content creation process, content creator life, and social media tips, tools, and strategies in interviews, vlogs, reviews, and more! The main platforms discussed include podcasting, YouTube, Instagram, and the X App.
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Hi, I'm John Lacey, and in Build A Presentation Muscle, I want to talk about finding your voice, refining and sharing your message, using tools and technology to share that message. and looking after yourself as a creator.
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Content Marketing School: Strategies for Business Growth, social media marketing, LinkedIn growth, Live broadcasting, AI content creation, and business tips for B2B professionals, consultants, and entrepreneurs ...
Annette Richmond, MA
Welcome to Content Marketing School: Strategies for Business Growth where the focus is on content creation and marketing, AI content creation, video recording techniques, social media marketing, Live broadcasting, and LinkedIn growth.___________________ This podcast is designed for B2B professionals, consultants, and entrepreneurs asking these questions:_ How can I get can I use AI to create content?_ How do I get more followers on LinkedIn? _ How can I get comfortable recording videos?_ How ...
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Out Of Office Podcast | CREATE A LIFE YOU LOVE | PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT | CONTENT CREATION
Christy Barre
The Out of Office podcast was created by the dreamer for the dreamer. If you're here and listening, you sometimes crave more than the 9-5 grind, you feel like there is a different way you can live your life and you want to create your life by design. The choice is ours. Do you continue to sleep with your dreams, or wake up + go chase them?
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Coffee Social | Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, & Entrepreneurship
Jonathan Howard and Mimi Langley
Hi! Welcome to Coffee Social! We’re spilling the beans on all things business, social media, and entrepreneurship. Your hosts Mimi Langley and Jonathan Howard will be leading candid conversations packed with their New York personalities, as they delve into social media marketing, YouTube and Instagram strategies, building confidence, and making money as solopreneurs. Join us for chats about the world of social audio (Clubhouse & LinkedIn), mastering content creation like a boss, nailing netw ...
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Build a brand, make an impact and have fun with social media! The Social Sunshine Podcast focuses on social media marketing education and the stories of great social media creators. Learn how to stand out on social media from social media expert and host, Britney Crosson, owner of Fun Love Media and founder of Social Success, and her talented guests.
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The Creator Club podcast, hosted by Katie Steckly, is a workshop-style show dedicated to teaching creators and entrepreneurs the latest strategies for social media marketing and content creation. Plus, we make sure to keep you in the loop with all the latest social media news and trends so that you can stay ahead of the curve. Katie is a creative digital marketer, YouTube creator, and travel enthusiast. She is always down for seeing and trying new things, and she uses what she learned (the h ...
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These are the voyages of three smelly pirate content creators who have done everything from swab the decks to rigging the sails on hundreds of journeys. B2B marketing content comes in all shapes and sizes. It can be aimed at a wide audience or target a handful of key decision makers. The crew at Lion’s Way has worked on every imaginable type of content for tech companies big and small. And now we are sharing tales of high adventure on the high seas and hopefully providing you with some valua ...
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Simple SEO and Marketing, Business Growth, Organic Marketing, Copywriting, Online Business, Blogging, Content Creation
Faith Hanan Marketing Strategist, Copywriter, Christian Business Coach, Barrel Racer
Hey there fellow entrepreneur! Welcome to Simple SEO & Marketing. Do you want to grow your business with sustainable traffic sources? Have you heard about the power of Search Engine Optimization- and want to take advantage of it to get more traffic- more eyeballs- on your business? But when it comes down to it- does SEO feel complicated and hard to implement? Are you tired of wondering what in the heck to do with your website to get more traffic to that bad boy and more leads knocking on you ...
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Kate Andrews of Fashionably Kate & Co. and Jessie Wyman of Jessie Wyman Photography discuss easy ways take your own photos, build your brand, and garner a social media following all while living your best life. We'll have expert guests on to discuss the best ways to use hashtags, how to build a booming Facebook group and how to find your message for your audience. Follow us on Instagram, @cocktailsandcontentcreation, and join our Facebook group for more tips and tricks on making content crea ...
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Ya like... Creating content? Ya like YouTubers? Ya like streamers? Or just any type of content creators? Or you're one yourself? Well this is the podcast for that! I know... I know, this seems like a cliché podcast description, and you know what it is... We do interviews, analysises on recent and old topics, and... That's all really. (Tags for SEO): Youtuber podcast, youtuber interview, internet discussion,
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MediaOnQ is where CREATIVITY meets Technical Expertise to Produce Engaging Marketing Campaigns that convert. We leverage resources that can be repackaged to reach Lookalike Audiences across multiple streaming, social, and digital channels which result in cost savings for clients, increased foot traffic for brick and mortar locations, brand recognition, reduced waste spending and positive, measurable ROI for our customers. We discuss techniques, strategy, case studies, and problem solving in ...
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Join us as we embark on an exciting journey through the ever-evolving landscape of content creation! In the episodes to come, we'll be spotlighting a diverse array of creators, each at varying stages of their journey and hailing from different platforms. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the digital waters, there's something for everyone on Unfiltered. So mark your calendars, subscribe, and get ready to be inspired by the stories of creators who are making their ma ...
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Why are introverts misunderstood? Listen to an introvert share ways introverts are thriving and what lessons we can learn from introverts. The podcast would share tips on getting things done, interviews with other introverts and simply share their stories. As a brand strategist and the Creator of DIY Branding, I would be telling you ways you can find your creative side and why no one is coming to rescue you so you need to do it yourself. DO IT YOURSELF, because no one can tell your story DO ...
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بودكاست صانع المحتوى هو رفيقك في رحلة إكتساب المهارات والتحلي بالإلهام في عالم صناعة المحتوى. يقدم هذا البودكاست للمستمعين محتوى غني ومتنوع يغوص في عالم صناعة المحتوى عبر مختلف الأنواع والمنصات. سواء كنت مبتدئًا يسعى لفهم أساسيات الكتابة والتصوير والتحرير، أو محترفًا يتطلع لتحسين مهاراته واستراتيجياته، يقدم البودكاست مقابلات مع خبراء في الميدان ونصائح عملية لتعزيز أدائك وتحقيق نجاحك في عالم المحتوى. يتناول البودكاست مواضيع متنوعة تشمل إدارة الوقت، وتحليل الجمهور، وتسويق المحتوى، واستراتيجيات ...
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The Content Academy Podcast: Content Creation for Online Business | Creating Raving Fans |Selling High Value Paid Content |
Paul Caffrey & Phil McGrath
Each week Paul Caffrey & Phil McGrath from www.Content.Academy interview successful online business entrepreneurs who are creating online content that serves outstanding value to their audiences. We discuss their strategies and tactics for creating online content that is earning them in some cases five, six and even seven figure incomes. The show is focused on deconstructing the content creation processes of leading entrepreneurs creating excellent online content that creates raving fans. Ho ...
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Career In Audio - Zach McCrite chats about Podcasting, Radio and Other Content Creation
Zach McCrite
After being asked about starting podcasts and getting into the radio biz, host Zach McCrite fires up his smartphone to throw up bite-sized advice on creating audio content. McCrite, a veteran of sports radio for over 20 years and podcast creator of “The Podcast About Sports Radio” (the first podcast of its kind devoted to interviewing sports radio legends and experts), had been asked enough about how to get start a podcast or get into the radio biz that he just thought he’d share thoughts on ...
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Creator To Leader | Content Marketing, Content Creation
Eugenia Woo, MBA | Digital Marketing Strategist
Are you struggling to connect with your ideal customers online? Are you confused about the most effective way to be seen as a go-to expert in your industry? Do you wish there was a simple way to generate demand for her business anchored on your expertise? If this is you, you’re in the right place! When it comes to scaling online businesses, entrepreneurs often get lost in the crowd, struggling to connect with their best clients. But here's the deal: a digital marketing strategy that position ...
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Tactical & effective meets grounded & honest in content creation, marketing, and content strategy. Real, practical, no B.S. advice, along with conversation about the lines between persuasion and manipulation in strategic content and marketing. I search out insights, strategies and tactics from the most accomplished thinkers and doers in the field. My name is Marion Abrams. And for my entire 30 plus year career, I've been working behind the scenes telling stories, selling products, promoting ...
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Simple Content Marketing for Mompreneurs | Website SEO, Keywords, Content Creation, Blogging, Online Business, Organic Marketing
Katie Flores | Marketing Mentor, Web Designer, Christian Entrepreneur, SAHM
*** TOP 3% PODCAST GLOBALLY*** Welcome to the Simple Content Marketing for Mompreneurs Podcast. I know you are tired of feeling overwhelmed and intimidated by SEO. You want to grow your online business visibility and drive traffic to your offers organically, but you’re not getting found in search results. You’ve probably spent loads of time Googling things like “How to find the right keywords”, or “How to increase website traffic using Google”, or just maybe, “SEO for dummies”. You know you ...
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I get it; it's fun to BUILD and DO! But to go back and check how well things are working- eww. Not my fave. But let's be real, if you don't, you'll never know what's working and you may be spending your time on the WRONG things. Listen in and learn how to tell if you're spending your time and marketing money on the RIGHT strategy! Learn what metric…
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Summary In this episode of the E-commerce Content Creation Podcast, host Daniel Jester speaks with Ryan Lustig, a seasoned photographer who transitioned from skateboarder to professional photographer to studio leader. They discuss the evolution of photography careers, particularly in e-commerce, and how many photographers found their way into the i…
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I love the holidays. But the holidays can also be a chaotic and overwhelming time of year. Join Christy on this podcast to chat about how she is choosing to slow down the holidays and be more intentional with her time this year. If this resonates with you, please let Christy know by giving the podcast a rating on Spotify or Itunes. If you enjoy, pl…
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Send us a text Hate being on camera? You're not alone. But that doesn't have to prevent you from creating amazing social media videos. In this solo episode, I share: 🔹What "lazy" videos are (And how the can work for you) 🔹Easily recording and using B-roll footage (it's easier than you think) 🔹How to turn your "raw" footage into engaging social medi…
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What are the keys to mastering video production in the "Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI)"? Thanks to Riversidefm for sponsoring this episode. Try it out via this link with a 15% discount using the code MyTogBlog. (Note: This is an affiliate link, which means I would earn a commission if you purchase using this link.) In this episode, I interview…
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Send us a text BUSINESS RESOURCE (our sponsor for today) Your Signature Style: The Key to Standing Out & Getting Booked (3 week intensive) https://sunny-builder-4038.kit.com/products/unknown-to-unforgettable-2025 As entrepreneurs, sometimes we’re the ones handling everything. From content creation to customer emails - how can we possibly take the t…
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Hi everyone. This is John Lacey and you're listening to Build A Presentation Muscle, the podcast about showcasing your expertise through content creation. If you've been here for any period of time you may have noticed that it has been quite a while between podcast episodes. I'll talk about why in the next episode. But right now I just want to let …
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Send us a text Yo, yo, yo! Get the tissues! It’s the final episode of The Social Sunshine Podcast, hosted by Britney Crosson. Since she started the show in November 2019, Britney has released a podcast episode every single week, without missing a week. That’s five straight years of podcasting! And while the subject matter of the show has always bee…
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There are so many benefits to solo traveling. Confidence and self discovery being some of the key benefits. Join Christy in this episode as she talks about her experience solo traveling and navigating it all. Please be sure to leave a 5 star rating and review if you enjoy this show! Follow Christy on Instagram @christy_barre…
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Hi friends! welcome back to the podcast. This podcast gives a glimpse into what this podcast will be focusing on more in the coming episodes. We will be sharing all things entrepreneurship, content creation, creating a life by design and mental health. Thanks for being here! Please leave a review and download the episodes to make sure to never miss…
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For probably the last 10-15 years I have incorporated journaling as part of my quiet time and Bible reading every morning. While I would love to be one of those people who journals every night before bed, that just hasn’t been practical or sustainable for me- this has. With the practice of quiet time, journaling, and bible reading, I have been very…
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Summary In this episode, Daniel Jester and Matt Ware discuss the evolving landscape of creativity within the eCommerce and photography industries. They explore the importance of community, the impact of the pandemic on social connections, and the necessity of fostering creativity in all aspects of work. The conversation highlights practical approac…
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Send us a text Sarah Clay, Corporate LinkedIn®️ Trainer, Sarah Clay Social LinkedIn Training, joined me to share strategies to add some style and flair to your content marketing. Topics included: 🔹How to create a memorable brand that is uniquely YOU (Infused with Style and Flair) 🔹Techniques to create images that engage your audience (Hint: you don…
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Content marketing can take SOOO much time… and a recent bit of research showed that the average small business owner spends 20 hrs per week just on the MARKETING aspect of their business. And while we have CERTAINLY figured out how to be highly effective in WAY less time than that (ie, the 12,000% traffic increase we got for one client in under a y…
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Send us a text Whether or not to use scripts is hotly debated. While some say using scripts makes you sound stilted and unnatural, others, like me, use them to stay on track and save time. In this solo episode, I share how to: 🔹Write scripts that don't make you sound like a robot 🔹Use scripts to batch video content (and save time) 🔹Grab viewers' at…
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The Flash Drive Files - Episode 5 with Matt Licari
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Takeaways Matt Licari identifies as a portrait photographer at heart. Celebrity photography often involves quick, high-pressure situations. Building a connection with subjects is crucial for capturing authentic moments. Technical preparation is essential for successful shoots with limited time. Finding creative expression within constraints can lea…
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I shared recently that I am NECK deep in project work for my biz. But what that means on a practical level is… I’m working A LOT more than my usual 15-18 hrs/ week, and I have to be even MORE efficient in my work time than normal. So, here are some VERY hot from-the-trenches tips to help YOU in a heavy workload season. Because the truth is, even as…
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Send us a text Brenda Cadman, Canva Verified Expert / Digital Organization Specialist, Brenda Cadman, Canva Verified Expert, joined me to share some tips on organizing your Canva account. Not long ago, I took Clean Up My Canva with Brenda, and I was delighted she agreed to be a guest on my show. My "hot mess" of an account isn't perfect, but it's b…
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Summary This week's episode features Caleb Raynor, taking us back to school for studio economics 101. We talk about the mechanics and metrics that determine the financial success of the photo studio and how you can learn to speak that language fluently when making the business case for more investment in your creative teams.…
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Send us a text How to Empower Yourself: Stop People Pleasing and Command Respect BUSINESS RESOURCES (our sponsors for today) Your Signature Style: The Key to Standing Out & Getting Booked (3 week intensive) https://sunny-builder-4038.kit.com/products/unknown-to-unforgettable-2025 LinkedIn Audio Like a Pro Training (instant access) https://bit.ly/3y…
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Are you gung ho to get more website traffic? Me too, pal. Me too. And as tempting as it may be to just IGNORE this search ranking factor, DO NOT DO IT! If you DO, you'll be wasting your time, increase bounce rate, and simply not convert. (Sound pointless? It is) However, in this short, but powerful episode, I'll teach you how to thoughtfully consid…
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Summary Hello and welcome to this week’s episode of the E-commerce Content Creation Podcast, which happens to be Part II of Daniel's recent conversation with Tony Baker. If you haven’t caught part one yet, that was last week’s episode, episode 162 you might want to give that one a listen because in part II Tony is taking us deeper into how he goes …
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I'm not gonna lie, when I first found out what Search Console was I was like, "what the what??" Now, it's one of my favorite tools for working smarter not harder in my SEO efforts. (P.S. It's free) Listen in for a simple explanation of search console and learn 3 (ok 4) steps to use it in your business to get MORE of the RIGHT people clicking over t…
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Summary Daniel is joined by Tony Baker this week. Tony recently launched his new coaching and mentorship program, aimed at helping creative professionals of all stripes understand their value, and how to incorporate that knowledge in their purpose and goals. This is part one of this two part conversation, they discuss the need for authentic connect…
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Send us a text What’s it really like to produce a podcast without the help of a big company or podcast network? It’s the next to last episode of The Social Sunshine Podcast, y’all. And it’s Megan Colwell’s last visit as a guest. Megan is the Director of Design at Fun Love Media and has worked on this podcast for years. She’s talking with Britney ab…
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Send us a text DID YOU LOVE THIS EPISODE A LATTE? 😂 Give the podcast 5 STARS & write an awesome review! It helps your hosts so much! The comparison trap is very real for entrepreneurs, and it’s not going anywhere any time soon. Yes, we want to be in business for ourselves, but can we handle that mindset pressure of having to keep up with everyone e…
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Happy 200th episode! Whether you’re an OG pal or new to the podcast pal bunch, I want to WELCOME you to this special episode! Also… I kinda blew up my business a little bit (in a good way). I’m gonna tell you about THAT at the end (so that it’ll make sense, not clickbait, lol, so stay tuned) BUT in the process of learning all this- I’ve boiled it a…
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Summary The guest for this episode is Monica Baddar. If that name sounds familiar, you might be remembering Monica from Episode 3 of the Flash Drive Files, the miniseries podcast from our friends at VeryBusy.io that drops in this feed. Monica was kind enough to record for both podcasts over the summer, so full disclosure this episode was recorded a…
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Send us a text Ever wonder how social media growth really happens? This is a real, raw, honest look at Britney’s Instagram growth over the last 7 years. You’ll learn about the ups and downs and everything in between. No holding back. This is the truth. And Britney includes a ton of detailed tips for her fellow content creators. Plus, this episode i…
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Takeaways Paula Watts has a degree in advertising photography from Brooks. She transitioned from general advertising photography to specializing in beauty. Defining a personal style can be challenging for photographers. Building a relationship with retouchers is crucial for successful post-production. Meeting deadlines is a priority in Paula's work…
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Send us a text My friend Ryan Anderson, Content Strategies and Visual Storyteller, Banish Boring, joined me again to talk about amping up your content with ChatGPT and more. Topics included: 🔹How to get better results using prompts with ChatGPT (And other prompt-based AI platforms) 🔹ChatGPT as a virtual assistant to generate content ideas, summariz…
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Keyword research is THE foundation of any great SEO strategy! (I hope you know that by now). But what factors should you actually pay attention to? What really matters when doing your keyword research? Listen in as I break down 5 Things to Consider When Doing Keyword Research for Optimum SEO. Join me for my live training and learn to 300 x Your Web…
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Flashback with me will you, to little middle school baby Faith, auditioning for local musicals and plays. (It's true, y'all, it's true). Now jump forward to today, when I'm teaching you about keyword difficulty but explaining it in an EASY way. What do the two have in common? Listen in and find out! Join me for my live training and learn to 300 x Y…
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Here's a scary statistic: most podcasts won't make it past episode 10. Thanks to Riverside.fm for sponsoring this episode. I used it to put together this episode using a multi-camera approach, which provides viewers with a more dynamic visual experience. You can try it out with a 15% discount using the code MyTogBlog via this link. (Note: This is a…
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Call me crazy, but this keyword research step is VERY backwards from what most people do and teach. Yet, I think its the MOST effective and easiest! Listen in and plan to participate in today's episode where you'll learn how to the first step to great keyword research! And make sure to join me for the free, live training on Nov 1. Live Training: 30…
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Summary In this episode of the e-commerce content creation podcast, host Daniel Jester speaks with Paul Massingill, senior manager of studio operations at David Yurman. They discuss the critical role of studio operations in e-commerce, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, organization, and effective communication within creative teams. The co…
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Get the Social Media Trends Report by Dash Hudson, FREE!: https://www.dashhudson.com/creatorclub 📊 thanks to Dash Hudson for sponsoring the Creator Club Podcast! | This is the last video of 2024 - so we thought we would end on a Q&A episode - anything from business, social media, and a bit into my personal life 😉 See you next year! Join the Creator…
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Continuing our series of explanations of different types of content, in this episode we explore the data sheet. A data sheet is a brief description of a product and how it fits into somebody's operation. They are straightforward methods for delivering information to potential customers and a cornerstone of sales and marketing. Climb aboard our smel…
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Send us a text Not all social media experts are created equal. There are so many people on social media giving advice about social media. And it’s hard to tell who you should actually trust. Britney Crosson has been a social media creator for her personal brand for two decades and has been creating social media for businesses since 2010. She’s shar…
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Have you been trying to grow your website traffic for what feels like FOREVERRRR only to see that little graph BARELY move? Or maybe you've just given a casual nod to SEO and kept on with your current strategy because, #busy. However, what if there was a single mistake that I've seen KILL SEO strategies- for even million dollar businesses. Would yo…
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Send us a text My friend, Gillian Whitney, LinkedIn Live Stream Strategist and Coach, Video Easy Peasy, joined me to discuss how to be a sought-after LinkedIn Live guest. Topics included: 🔹How being a guest on LinkedIn Live shows can help you enhance your brand and build authority. 🔹Why it's essential to prep for your guest spot. (Hint: you need to…
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Send us a text Storytelling in business is essential for building deeper connections. And, now is the perfect time for you to discover the untapped power of storytelling. Trust me when I tell you, we are not holding back in this episode of Coffee Social! Jonathan Howard is our resident storytelling specialist and he breaks down different examples o…
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I’ve been blogging for over 8 years now... Which basically means that I’m a dinosaur. And while I've been incredibly candid about mistakes- here are the top 10. Given “do-overs” I would totally fix these things first. So, learn from my mistakes, and fix these 10 things in your blogging for better SEO asap. Also- if you’re an email pal and you’ve he…
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Summary In this episode, Daniel interviews Alex Davidovich from Squareshot, discussing the evolution of content creation in eCommerce, they explore the shift from in-house studios to somethign more like agency models, the importance of productizing services, and the implementation of value-based pricing to enhance client relationships. Alex shares …
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Send us a text People remember stories. Whether it’s a long story or a short one.. whether it’s a dramatic story or a simple one… storytelling has been impactful for forever. And when you tell stories in your social media content, you’re going to increase your engagement and build trust with your audience. Fun Love Media Director of Design, Megan C…
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In continuation of our SEO Basics/ SEO 101 series, I wanted to share 3 EASY Hacks for better On page SEO. I get it; implementing your keywords and SEO strategy can feel way too techy or overwhelming, but these 3 tips will help you identify weaknesses in your keyword strategy and help you to fix up your own SEO- without spending a dime! Listen in, t…
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Send us a text Confession time: I’m a recovering course purchaser. 🙈 When I first discovered online courses, I invested in allll the crazy promises. Some paid off, and others… let’s just say, if my husband listened to this podcast, I’d get a big “I told you so” text right about now. 😂 But here’s the thing: if you’ve ever felt icky about selling you…
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Summary In this episode of the E-commerce Content Creation Podcast, Daniel Jester shares his takeaways from the Henry Stewart event in Los Angeles, discussing key sessions on building creative communities, future-proofing studios, and the crucial role of sample operations. He highlights the need for better communication between creative teams and l…
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Send us a text What metric in podcasting matters the most? Ozeal Debastos is the founder of PodHouston, a community for podcasters in Houston, TX. He’s also a podcast coach and the host of Creator Factor. But before he was on the podcast mic, Ozeal was on the mic flowing poetry and being an emcee. He was even a breakdancer back in the day, influenc…
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Send us a text Have you ever felt stuck in a rut creatively? You know you have to make a post, but you’ve just run out of ideas? If so, you’re in for a treat with this episode. Jonathan and I share different ways we come up with content. Some are outside of the box and some may have been right in front of you the whole time. Remember, everything ca…
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