Killer Kopywriting is one of the most potent business skills an entrepreneur or business executive can learn to grow a business. There is no substitute for literary precision and artistry when it comes to selling products and services. That being said, sometimes contrast is needed to fully grasp the power of words to communicate a […]
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I recently created a short YouTube video (48 seconds) that highlights what you can do with the exponential power of the Internet. In less than 1 minute, I am able to introduce myself as The Exponential Growth Strategist, promote my 1 Percent Improvement Doctrine to help you get more done with less effort, and make […]
As a recent Economist Magazine article explains, denial is useless. Spread happy truths instead. “A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on. ” Winston Churchill IF YOU Google the phrase “Middle East rumours”, the first link that pops up is not, as you might […]
Clients see you in one of two ways, either as a COST or as a BENEFIT. Examples of companies that are perceived as a ‘cost’ Lawyers Dentists Plumbers Gym Search consultants/headhunters Examples of companies that are perceived as a ‘benefit’ Restaurants that you want to eat at (non fast food) Jeweller Concerts and events Zoo […]
If you want the genesis of this concept, watch Steve Job’s Commencement Address To Stanford University Graduates in 2005 shown below. Listen to one of our Platinum Program Members who explains this philosophy in his own words: When we started, we were aiming to assist smaller businesses, those with less than 20 employees. This is […]
We have all heard the saying “A picture is worth a thousand words”, but a TERRIBLE picture can lose you 1,000 clients. This photo was taken from a Facebook page for a restaurant. You be the judge – would you want to eat there? It’s no surprise (to me) that this restaurant is struggling to […]
Exponential Marketing has a cornerstone concept: Add value to your clients and they will come back and refer more clients to you. Easier said than done. That’s why I’ve included a simple example: An Australia Post Postcard Fact Sheet that helps clients prepare their documents for direct mail. The question for YOU is “What basic […]
When I came across the article shown below, I just though there was a marketing lesson in there somewhere… Can you find it? Read the article and try to find the lesson, once you think you have it, click on the read more button.
This is an example of a superbly written explanation. It’s direct, to the point and reinforces why Qantas remains the safest airline in the world. I teach Killer Kopywriting to business people and will make sure they read this as a perfect case study example. I wasn’t affected during this period, but I have to […]
One of the foundational principles of Exponential Marketing is creating value for your suspects, prospects and clients. Easier said than done. That’s why I wanted to remind you of a short YouTube video I created a few years ago that shows you how it can be done quickly, easily and inexpensively. All you need is […]
There is a four step process everyone goes through as they make a purchase. Consider – Before anyone makes a decision, they must consider this opportunity. Most salespeople skip this step to their detriment. Decision – This is when the ‘sale’ takes place. However, most ineffective salespeople skip the consideration stage and try to force […]
In the previous post on this subject, we discussed the concept of branding. I have a question for you – where did HMV, the record company’s name come from? If you guessed His Master’s Voice, you’re right. If you are old enough to remember the cute image of the terrier looking INTO a gramophone/phonograph. That […]
I recently recorded a 1-hour Momentum MasterMind Session for our Business Mastery Platinum Program Members called “Bland to Brand”. It was a powerful session that highlighted the 8 mistakes people make naming their business and the 19 Steps to Naming Your Business. If you’d like to get your hands on this program, give us a […]
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. That’s why branding is so important. In today’s post we’re going to take a close look at YOU… The image you project to the world – your suspects and prospects. What Image Do You Project To Prospects And Clients?
Today’s post will make you laugh. They were sent to me by David Cordover, from Chess Kids. Chess Kids provides the opportunity for all children to Build their Mental Muscles™ by learning and playing chess. It’s a great introduction to a special series of blog posts on branding that I have lined up for you. […]
Today’s post is one of those topics that I deal with on a regular basis but usually to myself… Until something pushes me to the edge and I have to get on my ‘soap box’ to relieve the built up frustration and annoyance I feel BECAUSE it’s preventable. This week, I overheard someone at the […]
As a reader or subscriber to this blog, you’re well aware of the Exponential Strategies I teach my clients. One of the foundational principles is to create value and the leverage will come, on its own, as if by magic. I have several award-winning clients, but one sticks out right now well above the others […]
I was recently working with a client, Bree Robbins of Paddington Pups in Brisbane. As her business coach and mentor, we were discussing how she can differentiate herself within her existing product and service offering. I’m not advocating this is the primary theme, but rather a secondary or additional Pathway to Profit™. When a dog […]
In my Killer Kopywriting System, I explain the interaction of emotional versus logical content needs to be addressed to move people to action. The diagram below illustrates that as the volume of content increases, the time in the conversation also increases and if you are going to move people to take action, you must transform […]