Ever wake up feeling like marketing is an uphill battle, destined for failure? We’ve all been there. I recall those difficult early days of marketing my last startup, plagued by thoughts of “nobody wants what I have.”
Before we go any further, let’s hit the brakes and ponder: Is that really the truth?
Does this thought enter your mind, do you share this feeling?
Is it really fair to assume that absolutely nobody wants what you offer?
Not everyone wants it, but some do.
So here’s the game-changing perspective: Marketing isn’t about those who don’t want your service; it’s about those who do.
A Paradigm Shift
In essence, your marketing efforts should be honed to perfection, resonating with individuals who are a perfect fit for your business. But sometimes it’s not that easy.
So, how do you achieve this focus?
Let’s take a breather, grab a coffee, and simply envision your ideal client.
If you have existing clients, look closely
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What factors drive their purchase decisions?
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Why do they find profound value in your business?
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What inspires their unwavering loyalty?
Looking over past buying traits, naturally guides your attention towards those genuinely seeking your offerings.
Starting from Scratch
Even if you’re just starting out, picture the qualities, challenges, aspirations, and motivations of potential clients for your business.
Take Sally, for instance
Let’s use Sally as an example.
“Sally is a working single mother, earning about $30,000 annually, striving to make ends meet. Although she’s college-educated, circumstances led her to the workforce early due to her 3-year-old daughter. Her aspiration is to provide a better life for her child, yet she’s hit a wall in her current job.”
If you’re a coach specializing in career transformation for higher pay and freedom, Sally fits your profile like a glove.
Her needs align with your expertise.
However, C-level executives with substantial salaries and perks aren’t your primary focus.
So, it’s all about magnetizing your ideal clients and naturally repelling the rest.
If you are a coach for example, then attracting more Sally’s should be your goal.
A Rock-Solid Foundation
Building your marketing approach from the buying traits and characteristics of your ideal clients, forms the bedrock of your marketing persona.
With this perspective, you can wave goodbye to dread and self-doubt.
Because focusing on attracting the types of people who do want what you have, and will buy what you are selling will quickly amplify your marketing efforts.
So consider this: Are your messages, ads, and social content tailored specifically to your ideal client?
Or are you casting a wide net in hopes of attracting the right one?
The secret to successful marketing is specificity
Marketing isn’t an insurmountable beast.
It’s a series of daily steps – presenting tailored solutions and offers for your ideal clients.
Over time, when you do this, more and more of the right people will find your offers.
Remember, marketing is about focused communication – reaching the right ears with the perfect words.
Stay the Course
Stay unyielding and steadfast. Success is on the horizon.
It’s only a matter of time until the puzzle falls into place, and your dream clients discover your business.
As a business coach, I’ve seen it over and over.
The lack of self confidence and self-belief kill dreams.
You see, everyone has the potential; it’s self-doubt that stalls progress.
Are you ready to overcome your marketing hurdles?