For The Interested - FTI #389: Take their word for it
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Now, on to this week's ideas...
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The Starting Five
1. The "Hidden" Tool You Need To Know If You Publish On Medium
Especially if you also publish on your own website.
2. Four Ways To Post Meaningful Replies
Examples of proven formats you can use to reply to social posts, add value, and get noticed.
3. 19 Examples Of Effective Newsletter Landing Pages
Lots of good stuff you can "borrow" here to increase your conversions.
4. The Secrets To YouTube Success (From A 30,000 Subscriber Channel)
Including how to position your channel, package your videos, and leverage the rule of 10.
5. How To Plan A Year's Worth Of Newsletters In An Afternoon
Scroll down to the Creator Corner section of this one to learn this simple process.
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My Final Words Of The Week
Hip hop used to be better.
Have an interesting week!
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