• 122. Is Offering Services the Right Move for You?
    Nov 19 2024

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    Are you a digital product creator who wants to diversify your income? If so, offering services could be the right move for you! Not only is offering services a quick way to increase your monthly revenue, but it’s also a great way to connect with new people.

    Offering services often allows for higher pricing than your digital resources and it gives you a chance to use your skills in new ways. But, being a service provider also comes with a unique set of challenges. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the benefits of offering services, my best advice for which service to start with first, how to know if you’re ready, and key things to consider before offering services.

    With the skills you have, there are likely several services you could offer others! You can start small and build your offerings from there. If this conversation got you excited about the possibility of offering services, share it with a friend who is also considering this addition to their business!

    01:39 - Why you might want to consider adding services to your business

    03:40 - Is offering services the right move for you?

    05:16 - How working with clients is different than selling digital products

    07:54 - Deciding how to structure your service offerings

    11:47 - Five practical things to consider if you’re set on offering services

    Links & Resources:

    • Moxie (affiliate link)
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode122

    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    19 mins
  • 121. How to Run Your Business on Limited Time
    Nov 12 2024

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    Running a business is only one of the many hats we wear. We have families, hobbies, and sometimes even second jobs. It’s safe to say that we could all use a few more hours in the day to get everything done! If you’ve ever found yourself overwhelmed with your business tasks and limited time to tackle them, today’s episode is just for you.

    We’re diving into strategies for keeping your business on track, even when you’re working with just a few hours each day or week! It’s all about knowing what to focus on, planning your day wisely, and utilizing automation to save precious time and energy.

    I’ll share how to determine what season your business is in, tips for what to concentrate on, and advice for making the most of your limited hours. In the end, it’s not really about how many hours you have to work. It’s about how you use those hours. It is possible to move your business forward without burning yourself out!

    02:13 - Identifying whether you’re in a creating, updating, or marketing season of business

    05:55 - Strategies for making the most of your limited time

    09:40 - Examples of how I set up evergreen marketing on email and social media

    13:33 - The importance of boundaries when you have limited time for your business

    Links & Resources:

    • SmarterQueue (affiliate link)
    • Episode 90, Don’t Quit Marketing: Automate It! (How I Put My Social Media on Autopilot)
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode121

    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    17 mins
  • 120. The 20-Minute Newsletter Strategy That Converts with Liz Wilcox
    Nov 5 2024

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    Are those weekly emails you’re sending to your list connecting with your subscribers and driving sales? Or, are you someone who is avoiding email all together because you just don’t know what to say? If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place!

    Liz Wilcox, the Fresh Princess of email marketing, is here to help make email marketing feel easy! When it comes to your email marketing roadblocks, we’re covering it all. Liz shares her approach to simplifying email marketing with her 20-minute newsletter strategy. I’ve tried it myself, and trust me...it works!

    You’ll also hear about Liz’s email staircase and tips for easily and consistently selling your offers via email. With Liz’s newsletter strategy, you can feel confident about writing authentically and hitting send on those weekly emails. Don’t forget to check out her Email Marketing Membership where she gives you weekly email templates!

    02:29 - Liz breaks down her 20-minute newsletter strategy framework

    10:21 - The difference between being interesting and being relatable

    15:33 - Converting subscribers into customers with Liz’s email staircase

    17:10 - How you can soft sell with a super signature

    23:38 - Rethinking what you put in your “from” line and tips for subject lines

    33:27 - Liz’s advice for you if you’re feeling overwhelmed with email marketing

    Links & Resources:

    • Join Liz’s $9 Email Marketing Membership
    • Freebie: Mega Email Swipe File
    • The Email Sound Booth Podcast
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Related Episodes:

    • Episode 116, How Do You Write Sales Emails That Don’t Feel Salesy? With Nicole Kepic [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 73, Don’t Miss Out: You Need an Email Welcome Sequence

    Show notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode120

    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    41 mins
  • 119. Pixels 101: What's a Pixel & Do You Even Need One?
    Oct 29 2024

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    As an online business owner, you’ve likely heard of pixels, and may even have one set up on your website. But you may have questions like what is a pixel, really? Do you even need one? Aren’t they an invasion of privacy? Let’s talk about it!

    Pixels are like little data collectors that track visitor behavior and send information to other platforms such as Facebook or Pinterest. You can use them to better understand how your ads and other content are performing. Over time they can collect more data and help you refine your strategies.

    I’m sharing more about exactly how pixels work inside this episode. Plus I’ll guide you through the installation process, explain when using a pixel is beneficial for your business strategy (and when it’s not!), and how to know if your pixel is set up correctly.

    Do you have a specific topic that you’d like to hear me cover on The Savvy Seller? Fill out this form and if just might be featured in an upcoming episode!

    01:07 - What is a pixel?

    03:08 - The difference between Google Analytics and a Facebook/Pinterest pixel

    05:16 - What happens when you add a pixel to your website

    06:22 - How to install a pixel and how to ensure it’s working correctly

    08:10 - FAQs about pixels

    Links & Resources:

    • TagHound
    • Request a podcast episode topic!
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Related Episodes:

    • Episode 97, Essential Website Elements Every Online Business Needs
    • Episode 87, 9 Things I Wish I’d Known Before My First Website
    • Episode 19, Let’s Talk About Facebook Ads for TPT Sellers with Amanda Kuchlenz

    Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode119

    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    12 mins
  • 118. Let’s Get (and Keep) Your Funnel Converting [Funnel Series]
    Oct 22 2024

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    The time has come for our last episode in the Funnel Series! So far in the series, we’ve discussed what a funnel is, choosing the right product for your funnel, simple steps for conversion, writing sales emails, and launching your funnel. Now it’s time to deep dive into keeping your funnel converting over time!

    Even with an evergreen funnel, launching is only the beginning. What happens when sales aren’t flowing as expected? Or what if sales suddenly drop off? These are all common challenges that all entrepreneurs face. So, let’s talk about how to fine-tune your funnel for long-term success.

    I’m sharing my best advice from how to track key metrics like conversion rates and email open rates to making strategic adjustments and knowing when to refresh your funnel. By maintaining a proactive approach, you can prevent small issues from escalating and keep your funnel converting!

    02:25 - Key metrics to keep an eye on once your sales funnel is live (and how to track them!)

    04:08 - How to use your data to keep your sales funnel converting

    05:44 - What to do if your sales pages isn’t converting and/or your emails aren’t being opened

    08:14 - Tips for noticing when it’s time to refresh parts of your funnel

    09:39 - My recommendation for how often to check in and update your funnel

    Links & Resources:

    • Hotjar
    • Google Analytics
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Listen to the Funnel Series:

    • Episode 117, Launching Your Funnel Without the Stress [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 116, How Do You Write Sales Emails That Don’t Feel Salesy? With Nicole Kepic [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 115, 3 Simple Steps for a Sales Funnel That Converts [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 114, How to Pick the Right Product for a Sales Funnel [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 113, The Non-Scary Guide to Funnels for Digital Product Sellers [Funnel Series]

    Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode118

    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    12 mins
  • 117. Launching Your Funnel Without the Stress [Funnel Series]
    Oct 15 2024

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    Do you have digital products ready to hit the market but you want to avoid the stress of exhausting launch cycles? If you’re raising your hand, this episode is for you. I’m sharing all about launching your funnel - evergreen style!

    You’ll learn the benefits of evergreen funnels, how to set them up for success, and strategies to keep traffic coming year round after initially launching your funnel. Plus, I’m giving my best tips for creating excitement around your launch and maintaining momentum over time.

    There’s a lot of details that come with launching your funnel, but if you set it up right, it will be so worth it. Ready to say goodbye to the hustle of open cart, closed cart launches? I can’t wait for you to launch your funnel and see consistent sales without the burnout!

    01:42 - What an evergreen funnel is and why they are great for you and your buyers

    02:38 - How to make sure everything is running smoothly before launching your funnel

    06:24 - Tips for launching your funnel with excitement (but without the stress!)

    07:59 - One of my favorite early bird bonuses that helps customers act quickly

    9:56 - Four ways to send traffic to your funnel on a regular basis

    Links & Resources:

    • Free Guide: 8 Reasons Why Your Website Isn’t Working For You
    • Episode 116, How Do You Write Sales Emails That Don’t Feel Salesy? With Nicole Kepic [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 115, 3 Simple Steps for a Sales Funnel That Converts [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 114, How to Pick the Right Product for a Sales Funnel [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 113, The Non-Scary Guide to Funnels for Digital Product Sellers [Funnel Series]
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode117

    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    16 mins
  • 116. How Do You Write Sales Emails That Don’t Feel Salesy? With Nicole Kepic [Funnel Series]
    Oct 8 2024

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    We’ve been talking about funnels for the past few weeks on the podcast, and one of the most important parts of a funnel are emails! Your emails give your audience opportunities to get to know you, see you as an authority figure, and learn more about your offerings. If the thought of writing sales emails completely stresses you out, you aren’t alone.

    It can feel intimidating to write sales emails that people actually want to read. You might feel too salsey or even avoid talking about your offers altogether! Our guest, Nicole Kepic, is here to help. Nicole is an expert copywriter with a talent for crafting sales emails that feel more like friendly invitations than hard pitches.

    Nicole and I talk about structuring effective email sequences, injecting personality into your content, leveraging urgency without overwhelming your subscribers, and more. This episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you craft emails that not only sell but also resonate with your audience.

    03:19 - The role that emails play in the sales funnel process

    04:53 - Themes for each of your emails that should go in your welcome sequence

    14:26 - Advice for writing sales emails that feel genuine

    17:47 - How to balance offering value and selling in your emails

    21:07 - Tips for writing an effective call-to-action

    27:20 - What to do with your subscribers once they’ve gone through your welcome sequence

    Links & Resources:

    • Episode 115, 3 Simple Steps for a Sales Funnel That Converts [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 114, How to Pick the Right Product for a Sales Funnel [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 113, The Non-Scary Guide to Funnels for Digital Product Sellers [Funnel Series]
    • Episode 73, Don’t Miss Out: You Need an Email Welcome Sequence
    • Episode 53, Elevate Your TPT Product Descriptions with Copywriting Tips From Nicole Kepic
    • Nicole's website
    • Nicole's Instagram: @nkcopywriting
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode116

    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    34 mins
  • 115. 3 Simple Steps for a Sales Funnel That Converts [Funnel Series]
    Oct 1 2024

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    We’re in the middle of our funnel series, so if you haven’t already listened to episode 113 and episode 114, be sure to check those out! So far in the series, we’ve talked about what a sales funnel is and how to choose the right product for your first (or next) funnel. Now it’s time to map out exactly what your sales funnel will look like.

    In today’s conversation, I’m walking you through three simple steps to a sales funnel that converts. We’ll look at what resource or offer will get people to enter your funnel, emails to include in your funnel, and a plan for your sales page. I’ll even give you several ideas for what to include on your sales page to build trust and maximize conversion.

    If you’re worried about what kind of tech is involved in setting up a sales funnel that converts, I’ve got you. I’ll share my top recommendations for tech tools. With these three steps, you’ll be turning browsers into customers in no time! If you want to chat about your funnel progress, send me a message on Instagram @kristendoyle.co. I’d love to hear from you!

    01:21 - A quick refresher on what a sales funnel is

    02:16 - Explaining the three parts to any sales funnel that converts

    03:12 - Which kinds of emails to include in your funnel

    06:15 - Actionable tips for creating an effective sales page

    12:15 - My favorite tech tools you’ll need when building a sales funnel that converts

    Links & Resources:

    • ConvertKit
    • ThriveCart
    • CartFlows
    • Elementor
    • Episode 114, How to Pick the Right Product for a Sales Funnel
    • Episode 113, The Non-Scary Guide to Funnels for Digital Product Sellers
    • Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
    • Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
    • Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
    • More resources for growing your TPT business
    • Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

    Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode115

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    Check out my Everything Page at https://kristendoyle.co/everything

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    18 mins