New Year, New Business: Starting a Business for 2023
Release Date: 10/07/2022
Mic Up, Buttercup: Let’s Make Your Podcast Happen
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
It’s the grand finale of our podcasting series, and we’re here to tell you one thing: it’s time to hit record and make your podcast dreams a reality. 🎙️✨ In this episode, we’re giving you the ultimate pep talk to launch your first podcast. You’ve dreamed, you’ve planned, and now it’s time to take action. We’ll walk you through: Choosing the perfect podcast name Recording your first episode Uploading your podcast like a pro Celebrating your launch Whether you’re starting to tell your story, connect with your tribe, or leave a legacy, your podcasting...
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Cha-Ching! Turn Your Stories into Paychecks with Podcasting
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
This is the third episode in our four-part series: "Laugh, Share, and Inspire: Podcasting Is Easier Than You Think." In this episode, we’re diving into the juicy stuff: how to make money with your podcast. 🎙️💰 Let’s get real—podcasting isn’t just about sharing your voice; it’s about turning your passions into paychecks. And no, you don’t need a million followers or a big production budget to get started. We’re here to show you how YOU can monetize your podcast with authenticity and creativity. ✨ Here’s what we’ll cover: Standard and creative monetization ideas...
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Podcasting Is Just Talking (But Cooler)
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
This is the second episode in our four-part series: "Laugh, Share, and Inspire: Podcasting Is Easier Than You Think." If you’ve ever thought podcasting was too complicated or needed a ton of fancy equipment, think again. In this episode, we’re breaking it down and showing you just how simple (and fun!) it is to get started. 🎙️ ✨ Here’s what we’ll cover: The only tools you need to start—a phone and some inspiration. Easy recording tips, including our favorite tools to polish your sound. Why your first episode doesn’t need to be perfect How to brainstorm topics...
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Why Wait? The World is Ready for Your Voice!
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
In this episode, we’re kicking off a four-part series: "Laugh, Share, and Inspire: Podcasting Is Easier Than You Think." If you’ve ever thought, "Could I start a podcast?" the answer is YES—and we’re here to show you why. 🎙️ Podcasting isn’t just about talking into a mic: it's SO MUCH MORE! We're talking sharing your brilliance, connecting with others, and creating something truly timeless! We’re diving into: ✨ Why podcasting is the modern mix tape—your chance to share your stories and leave a legacy. ✨ How storytelling has been at the heart of human connection forever...
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Mix Tapes, Memories, and the Magic of Podcasting
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
Do you remember the joy of creating mix tapes—sitting by the radio with your finger hovering over the record button, ready to capture your favorite songs? Mix tapes weren’t just music; they were time capsules of emotions, moments, and memories. In this episode, we’re diving into why podcasting is the modern mix tape. It’s a way to capture your family’s laughter, stories, and dreams, creating something timeless that your loved ones will cherish for generations. Whether it’s family history, funny mishaps, or heartfelt reflections, podcasting lets you preserve your legacy in your own...
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From Clicks to Cash: Strategic Affiliate Link Placement to Optimize Revenue
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
Passive income requires active effort! Join us as we explore methods to share your affiliate links while prioritizing authentic community engagement and deterring spammy interactions. Gain invaluable insights to overhaul your affiliate link strategy. Tune in for actionable tips and strategies that guarantee your journey towards passive income is both profitable and ethical. Abby shares her secrets for sharing affiliate links that bring clicks and cash! Mentioned in this Episode: Work with ABBY on Influencer Coaching: Pick Our Brains: CONNECT WITH Kim and Abby: ...
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Taylor Swift's Marketing Masterclass: Building a Loyal and Engaged Audience
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
Ever wonder how Taylor Swift captivates millions and turns casual listeners into die-hard fans? We're breaking down the strategic plays from her hit-making playbook that you can apply to amp up your own marketing. This episode isn't just for Swifties; it's for anyone looking to strengthen their personal or professional life with genuine connections and savvy brand storytelling. Tune in and elevate your marketing game to superstar status! Some insights from this episode: How Taylor's personal approach to engaging fans can be the game-changer in building your brand loyalty. The art of...
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Ins and Outs for Content Creators in 2024: Latest Strategies for Creators
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
Gatekeeping is OUT in 2024, so we're spilling all the details! From mastering new technologies to understanding audience behavior shifts and avoiding mental traps that send you spiraling, Abby and Kim provide actionable tips to elevate your content in 2024. If you want to thrive in the digital sphere, you'll want to tune in for these digital marketing and content creation secrets. Mentioned in this Episode: Influencer Coaching: Influencer Pitching Templates: Coming soon! Complete the contact form, and we will send it out ASAP: CONNECT WITH Kim and Abby: EXPRESSIONS...
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Profitable Print on Demand Items (That Are Not T-Shirts)
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
In this episode, we explore exciting opportunities for extra income and online business ventures. If you're seeking a summer project or a low-risk online business idea, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we dive into the world of print on demand products - beyond t-shirts - uncovering unique and profitable items to sell in your online store. Abby gets creative with some of the categories and practically creates an Esty store concept on the fly! Mentioned in this Episode: Set up your store with Printify: Get design elements at Creative Fabrica:...
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A Digital Safety Net: Preparing for the Possibility of a TikTok Ban
The Digital Dreamer: Content Marketing Strategies for Building a Business While Living Your Dream Life
In this episode, we delve into the recent news of the potential TikTok ban and how it could impact small business owners and content creators. Many creators have built their brand and following on the platform, so we'll explore how to plan and adapt for these potential changes. CONNECT WITH Kim and Abby: EXPRESSIONS BY IRIS: - See our Etsy Store for motivational and seasonal shirts and gift items. Follow us: Iris Digital Media Group, LLC - Instagram - @IrisDigitalMediaGroup Instagram - @TheDigitalDreamerPodcast Facebook - LinkedIn - LinkedIn - LinkedIn - Do you find...
info_outlineAre you thining of starting a business in the new year? Maybe considering starting a side hustle to earn some extra income? In this episode, we're discussing the current economic climate and giving you the push you need to start something new in 2023.
We'll discuss the steps you need to take to get your business off the ground, how to get past the "I don't have anything special to offer!" and "Who would listen to me?" stages, and inspire you to create a business that keeps the "Sunday Scaries" away. If you want a business that makes you excited to work, listen in!
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Do you find yourself scratching your head on Monday mornings, wondering what to post? Are you posting whatever pops into your head? Are you chasing trends and jumping from thing to thing, hoping to discover something, anything, that will get attention?
If this sounds like you, you need our new course, Build Your Content Plan in a Weekend. You'll learn how to create a strategic content plan that ties back to your business goals so that everything you post has a purpose, and it ties back to your vision. Learn more at www.irisdigitalmediagroup.com/contentplan
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