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Do NOT Break This Marketing Rule if You Want to Sell AnythingTBH lots of people suck at sales and marketing. They drag themselves through expensive courses…
How to Play Social Media Roulette and Win: Save Your Time, Money, Energy (and Sanity!) with the Simplest Social Media Strategy. Ever.When it comes to using social media for business, it can sometimes feel like you…
Online Business 2017: The 5 Profound Shifts Online Businesses Are MakingJust 2.5 years ago… … Murray and I were running our business from far-flung places…
What’s Working Now in Internet Marketing (2018 Edition)I think it’s safe to say that 2017 was a wild ride for so many entrepreneurs who…
How to Find Your Personal Style (in 3 Simple Words)Want to learn how to find your style? There’s no need to take a personal…
[ CONTEST ] How NASA Missed the Biggest Branding Opportunity Ever & What You Can Do About It4 months ago NASA made a big announcement. Huge really. They discovered a new moon…
Does Your Business Have a Voice?: The Power of a Brand Voice StatementFar too many entrepreneurs are tone deaf. They’re saying the same things in the same…
The Perfect Home Page Video (Part 3): The Big Idea VideoIf you do something a little out of the ordinary, something people don’t usually “get”…
Why Overwhelm is Actually a Good Thing (for your Business, and for You, too)In literally every single program I’ve ever taught and every single program I’ve ever been…
My Surprising Definition of SuccessI was at a live event this weekend and the facilitator asked a seemingly simple…
How to Cure the “All or Nothing” SyndromeI’ve seen hundreds of my best-intentioned students fall prey to what I call the “all…
OMG, I’m 40! Insights from 4 Decades on Planet EarthA lot of people stress out about the big birthdays — 30, 40, 50, and…
Top 10 Membership Site Platforms + How to Pick the Best 4U!You need a membership site. That’s what every one of your peers tells you. Coaches,…How to Play Social Media Roulette and Win: Save Your Time, Money, Energy (and Sanity!) with the Simplest Social Media Strategy. Ever.When it comes to using social media for business, it can sometimes feel like you…
How to Deal with Haters & Complainers [+ Free Email Template]Can you remember exactly where you were the last time you heard something that changed…
The #1 Thing You Should Be Writing About: How to Develop a Content Strategy for Your Blog and Social MediaIf you’re not getting results with business blogging or using social media for business, don’t…
Join the 30 Day Video Challenge (May 2013)I gave myself a 30-day challenge to get super ninja at video in the Month…
Even Better Than Money: The One Thing You Need for True Happiness This Holiday Season (And Every Day of the Year)Christmas is just around the corner and whether you celebrate it or not, there’s something…
The Day I Vowed Never to Stay Silent AgainMy dad reached his hand across the table and put it on my arm and…
Join the 30 Day “Get Focused” ChallengeINSIGHT #3 – Schedule your success. My mentor Brendon Burchard says that he can tell…
3 Principles that Create Incredible Impact, Influence and IncomeWant to make a bigger impact, influence and income no matter which industry you’re in?…
The One Book You Must Write if You Want to Achieve GreatnessIf you’re like most people, you probably dream of writing a book someday… A book…
You’ll Grow Your Discipline Muscle When You Get RID of This…Discipline. It’s an old-fashioned concept, isn’t it? It brings strict school teachers to mind. But…
When Quitting is GOOD for You…Winners never quit, quitters never win, right? Hmmm… not really! Watch this last episode of…
The Ultimate Guide to Radical Self-Expression: How to Harness the Power of YOU to Build a Thriving Business in a Wildly Unpredictable MarketplaceSo much of what worked in online marketing, sales and communication is officially dead and…
7 Facebook Alternatives to Take for a Spin in 2023Facebook’s been in a lot of hot water the last few years. From privacy concerns,…
5 Steps to Create a Great (& Professional) Social Media ProfileI’ll cut right to the chase… below you’ll find the exact steps to create a…
13 Strong Personal Brand Examples (+ Actionable Takeaways)An authentic, aligned personal brand will attract ideal clients and customers who are inspired and…
15 Subject Lines that Stole My Heart: How to Use Curiosity, Open Loops and Dramatic Tension in Your Marketing“hey u” read the email subject line. I opened it. It was from this guy…
150 Inspirational Quotes for Work in 2023 (#135 is My Favorite)Looking for inspirational quotes for work that’ll inspire and encourage you? You’ve come to the…
25 Great Gift Ideas for Small Business Owners & EntrepreneursBuying gifts for small business owners and entrepreneurs isn’t easy… sometimes, it’s downright difficult. But…
How to Get Clients as an Online Coach (WITHOUT Having a Big Brand!)What’s the secret to getting clients as an online coach? Start with ONE client… and…
7 Free Video Editing Softwares That’ll Save You Time (& Money)You’re in the right place if you need the best free video editing software options.…
12 Powerful Digital Marketing Examples to Inspire You in 2023 (& Beyond!)So, you’re after a few digital marketing examples to inspire your next campaign. You understand…
21 Simple Online Marketing Tips You Should Know (These Will Stand the Test of Time!)Do you remember the scene in Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade where they’ve finally…
8 Social Media Platforms Every Entrepreneur Should Know in 2023As an entrepreneur or business owner, you know you need a presence on one or…
7 Best Online Course Platforms for Creators & Learners in 2023 (& Beyond!)As a course creator or online coach, choosing the right online course platform to host…
How To Create an Online Course with Just the Right Amount of ContentRecently, someone asked me on Facebook, “Hey Marisa… how do you know how much is…
24 Online Learning Statistics Vital to Online Course CreatorsYou’re a teacher at heart, a mentor perhaps, a coach or a consultant. You shine…
How “In the Know” Course Creators Are Quietly Making a HUGE Impact (& Fortune)If you follow any online coach or course creator, you’ve probably heard: “I had my…
In Montreal, I had just seen a concert with Béla Fleck and the Flecktones at the Montreal Jazz Festival. And lo and behold, a few minutes after the show ended, I ended up in an elevator with the bassist, Victor…
Looking for YouTube alternatives? Platforms for creatives to share their passion and message with the world (and maybe even profit from it)? Spaces where users can find entertainment, inspiration, information and community (or at least two or more of these…
So much of what worked in online marketing, sales and communication is officially dead and people have been scrambling to figure out their next move. A lot of entrepreneurs are beyond frustrated because it feels like no matter what they do —…
As a business owner, you know that building brand awareness is key to your success. If people don’t know who you are or what you do, they’re not going to buy from you. In order to increase brand awareness in…
Need some great brand personality examples to help inspire and shape your own? Knowing your brand personality helps you position your business, communicate with your audience, and differentiate you from your competitors. And a well-articulated brand personality will result in…
Looking for some interesting Twitter statistics you can use in your next article, presentation, or dinner conversation with friends? In this simple, easy-to-read post, I’m sharing 13 Twitter statistics that’ll catch you by surprise, plus 7 “obvious” ones that’ll have…
Color psychology is more than a buzzword. It’s a scientifically proven “hack” that savvy businesses, entrepreneurs and brands have used for decades to evoke different emotions in people. Want your audience to trust you? Or get excited about you? Or…
I’ll cut right to the chase… If you’re looking for some simple, straightforward Facebook marketing tips that’ll help you reach your target audience and grow your business, this post is for you. Sound good? Let’s dive in. 1. Use a…
Looking for a list of great brand guidelines? From Coca-Cola’s red and white script to McDonald’s iconic golden arches logo to Nike’s catchy “Just do it” slogan, a distinctive and well-executed brand guideline enables companies to stand out from the…
If you want to tap into the power of influencers to promote your brand or product to new customers, you’ll love the influencer marketing examples I’m about to share with you. These are some of the best examples of influencer…
In need of some personal website examples to inspire you as you build your own website? You’re in the right place! A personal website gives you a platform to advertise your skills and experiences. You can showcase your personality and…
Are you putting together your pitch presentation for potential investors? Then, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve gathered 11 excellent pitch deck examples for you from legendary startups. Below you’ll find decks from companies of various sizes and industries.…
