For The Interested - FTI #311: The investment equation
Anything you want to accomplish requires an investment of time, effort, and resources.
But those don't have to be equal investments.
The more you invest of one, the less you have to invest of the others.
Now, on to this week's ideas...
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The Starting Five
1. How To Get The Most Out Of A Newsletter Or Blog
I recently "crashed" this Twitter Spaces conversation between Daren Smith and Dylan Redekop to share my thoughts about how to start, leverage, grow, and monetize a newsletter and blog.
2. 10 Ways To Not Screw Up Your Marketing
When creative entrepreneurs struggle, it's often because they do these things wrong. If nothing else, reading this will probably make you realize you're using too many social media platforms.
3. How To Use A Supermagnet To 10x Your Email List
I'm not a big fan of lead magnets in general, but this is an approach I might have to try myself.
4. How To Create A Contact Form On Your Website That Actually Gets You More Clients
These step-by-step instructions show you what's wrong with most contact forms and how to create a more effective one.
5. How To Organize Your Own Solopreneur Business Retreat
A simple schedule you can follow to get clarity on the vision, strategy, and tactics that will take your business to the next level.
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Meanwhile, On Twitter...
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My Final Words Of The Week
I'm speaking at a virtual event this week I'm sure you'll love.
The free Talent to Money Summit takes place on June 7th and 8th and features a great lineup of experts to help you figure out how best to earn an income from your talent.
I'll be speaking on June 8th at 8:45 am PST about How To Build An Algorithm-Proof Audience.
Learn more about it and get free access to check it out here.
Have an interesting week!
Josh
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