Content Marketing Is Not A Tactic
Do you hear businesses complaining about their content creation efforts not delivering results? I hear it all the time. But the issue isn't always the content itself.
Sure, creating engaging and eye-catching content is important, but it's not the be-all and end-all of marketing success. The key to a successful marketing strategy lies in building a brand that truly resonates with your audience.
If you're not crystal clear on your brand core, your content posts will likely fall flat. You might see a lack of engagement, low impact on your brand's reputation, and little to no influence on metrics.
On the other hand, when your brand messaging is on point, your content will be more powerful and effective.
Content is one piece of the puzzle but not everything.
To achieve better marketing through content, you need to:
1. Identify your core - brand positioning, brand values, value proposition and key message.
2. Get to know your target audience inside and out through research.
3. Develop a content strategy that aligns with your brand and resonates with your audience.
4. Consistently create content that provides value to your audience, not a daily task list check box.
5. Track your results at every funnel stage and optimize.
Without this, daily content posts will remain a bunch of tactics that may or may not hit the mark.