Hello, hello! I'm your host, Holly Hillyer, and welcome back to the 7 Strong Podcast. Today, I'm excited to take you on a journey through my 10 years of growing businesses on social media.

In this episode, we'll explore how social media has evolved over the past decade, what's working now, and how you can ensure your social media, funnels, and email systems are all set up to not just grow your followers but to significantly increase your income.

In this episode, I share:

• The evolution of social media marketing and how strategies have changed over the years.
• Why micro-niching is essential for attracting your ideal audience in today's crowded online space.
• How batching and scheduling content can help you stay consistent without feeling overwhelmed.
• The game-changing role of automations like ManyChat in boosting engagement and growing your email list.
• My proven five-part email series strategy that nurtures leads and converts them into sales within 90 days.
• The importance of aligning your content, call-to-actions, and lead magnets to create a seamless journey for your potential customers.

If you're ready to transform your social media from just a platform for followers into a powerful tool for generating consistent income, this episode is packed with actionable steps you can implement right away.

Want to dive deeper and build your own automated sales funnel? Join my Blueprint to Social Selling course! I provide all the templates, automations, and strategies you need to create a fully functional funnel that works for you around the clock.

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Welcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! Today, we have an incredible guest, Tracie Patterson, the founder of Indie Coaching and host of the Cocktails, Coffee, and Conversations podcast. Tracie is a sales and offer coach who takes the ick out of sales and is here to guide you through creating your own unique style in business.

Listen in as we cover:

• The importance of focusing on solving your customers' problems rather than just selling to them.
• Tips for reframing sales from a self-centered activity to a customer-centered interaction.
• Strategies for ensuring your marketing and sales efforts are genuinely aligned with your values and the needs of your audience.
• and more!

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April Pertuis is a coach and storyteller who helps women unlock their own story within, so they can own it, speak it, and share it with others.

Over Aprils 25+ year career as a TV Journalist, Video Producer, Writer and Speaker she has perfected the art of storytelling and now helps other women do the same. Teaching you how to share your stories with intention and meaning and allowing you to shine your light and in turn grow your impact in this world.

And today April is going to help us learn the first steps in sharing our story to create huge results in our businesses.

@lightbeamers on IG and as the amazing podcast host of The Inside Story

April also has an incredible FB community: LIGHTbeamers Community

www.lightbeamers.com

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Welcome to the Seven Strong Podcast! It's time to zoom out and look at your enterprise holistically, as we discuss the key components of becoming a CEO.

In this episode:

• The Vision of Seven Strong
• Three Pillars to Success
• Audience Building
• Strategic Systems
• Vision and Leadership

Ready to elevate your business with strategic insight and actionable advice? Tune in now to start transforming your entrepreneurial journey with clarity and purpose.

For more insights and to join a community of like-minded entrepreneurs, visit www.sevenstrong.com. Let's build something great together!

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Welcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! In this episode, we expose the shared loneliness of entrepreneurship, talk breaking through financial barriers, and the importance of setting ambitious goals. Plus have a look at the challenges women face in discussing wealth and the steps needed to scale your business to the seven-figure mark.

Listen in for:

• The Loneliness of Entrepreneurship: Building a business, especially online, can be isolating.
• Creating Wealth Conversations: Men have established spaces to discuss money openly. Women need to create and engage in similar environments.
• Seven Figures is the New Six Figures: Due to inflation and rising costs, six figures isn't what it once was.
• Overcoming Money Blocks: Identifying and addressing limiting beliefs is crucial for scaling your business.
• Self-Sabotage: Recognize behaviors that hold you back, such as excessive social media use or reluctance to invest in growth.
• Invest in Growth: Allocating 10% of your income towards personal and business development can accelerate your progress.

Let's dive in!

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Welcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! I'm your host, Holly Hillyer. In today's episode, we talk managing work-life balance as an entrepreneur, particularly stepping out of the "office" without losing business momentum.

- Transition from a corporate job to entrepreneurship
- Challenges and advantages of the "laptop life"
- Strategies for truly disconnecting while on vacation
- Tips for using social media effectively without it consuming your life
- Planning and automation tactics to maintain business operations while away
- The importance of empowering language in personal and professional decisions

Ready to take control of your business and enjoy your life more fully? Tune in to this episode for strategies that can help you maintain balance and success simultaneously. Don't forget to subscribe and share!

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Episode Resources

• Lead Gen Cheat Code

Welcome my good friend and Facebook ads expert, Kwadwo [QUĀY.jo], to the podcast. Kwadwo, the host of the Art of Online Business Podcast, shares his vast knowledge and experience in optimizing Facebook ads for business success. We chat about his journey from China to Mexico, his initial struggles with Facebook ads, and how he transformed his approach to achieve remarkable results. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just getting started with Facebook ads, this episode offers invaluable strategies and practical advice to elevate your advertising game!

Listen in as we cover:

• Boosting Posts vs. Running Ads
• Identifying Readiness for Ads
• Creating Effective Ads
• Managing Ads
• Ad Targeting:

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On today’s episode, we're diving into the world of visual branding with Chris Beltran!

Mentioned:
- Visual Vibe Workshop (July 30th)
- Build your Brand In A Day

Chris Beltran is an award winning Brand Strategist and Founder at Brand Your Impact who has worked with some of today’s top online entrepreneurs that run multiple six & seven figure brands. As a leading expert in personal branding, he has worked with notable Tedx speakers, best selling authors and world renowned influencers that lead their own branded movements.

We'll explore:

-The pitfalls of personal branding
-How to infuse your values into a unique brand atmosphere
-Brand transformations with clients like James Wedmore
-The importance of a brand style guide

Don't miss our upcoming Visual Vibe Workshop (July 30th) and you can find Chris' 'brand in a day' service here!

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