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Content Marketing for Dummies: Because Billboards Are Dead

Let’s be honest: If your idea of content marketing in 2025 still involves shouting into the void or slapping your face on a bus bench, it’s time for a digital wake-up call. Enter content marketing — the buzzword everyone throws around like confetti, but few actually understand. So buckle up, buttercup. We’re about to demystify content marketing in a way even your cousin Todd (who still uses a Hotmail address) can grasp.

What the Heck Is Content Marketing?

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Content marketing is the fine art of not being annoying. Instead of ramming your product down someone’s throat, you offer them something valuable — like information, entertainment, or inspiration — and earn their trust. Think blogs, videos, social media posts, eBooks, and podcasts. Basically, it’s marketing without looking like marketing.

Sneaky? Yes. Effective? Absolutely.

Imagine walking into a hardware store. One guy yells, “Buy this drill!” The other guy says, “Here’s how to fix a broken shelf in under 5 minutes — oh, by the way, we’ve got the perfect drill for that.” Who do you trust more? Exactly.

Why You Need It (Yes, You)

Your audience is drowning in noise. They’ve got ads coming at them faster than a toddler hyped on sugar. If you’re not creating useful, scroll-stopping content, you’re invisible. Worse — you’re irrelevant. And if you’re still posting once every blue moon and calling it “strategy,” stop. That’s not marketing. That’s denial with a Wi-Fi connection.

Content marketing helps you:

  • Build authority (aka look like you know your stuff)

  • Drive traffic (more eyeballs = more money)

  • Generate leads (actual humans who want your thing)

  • Close sales (cha-ching)

But I Don’t Have Time / Ideas / A Clue

Yeah, we’ve heard it all before. That’s why we exist. If your content strategy is a sad mess of random hashtags and last-minute posts, let’s fix that. Book a Discovery Zoom Chat with someone who actually knows what they’re doing.

📞 Call us at 1-888-502-3523
📅 Or go here: https://calendly.com/dickinsonent/discovery-zoom-chat

Let’s turn your brand from “Who?” to “Wow.” Because in a world of digital noise, content isn’t just king — it’s your survival plan.

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Engagement With Posts: The Key to Social Media Marketing

Why engagement with posts, such as clicking “Like” could change someone’s business (and yours)

Engagements with posts are crucial - here are a few ideas.
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Let’s get one thing straight: your likes, loves, laughs, and especially your comments aren’t just cute reactions—they’re rocket fuel for visibility.

Here’s how it works: social platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram are driven by one thing—engagement with posts. The more people interact with a post, the more the algorithm says, “Hey, this is hot stuff!” and pushes it out to more eyeballs. That means likes and comments literally decide who sees what.

So when you don’t engage with someone’s post—even if you love it—you’re basically letting it die quietly in a corner.

Why It’s So Important to Have Engagement With Posts

You say you support your friends, your colleagues, or your favourite businesses? Prove it. Click the damn “Like” button. Better yet, drop a comment. Even a “🔥” or “Wow!” counts. The algorithm doesn’t care if it’s a full essay or an emoji—it just sees activity.

This isn’t just about helping others either. Want people to see your posts when it’s your time to shine? Then play the game. Show up. Be visible. Social media is a give-to-get system. You engage, you get engagement. Period.

And if you’re trying to grow a brand, a business, or just build visibility, post engagement is the cheapest (read: free) marketing fuel on the planet.

Bottom line:

No engagement with posts = no exposure.

So, next time you scroll by a post from someone you care about or respect? Don’t just lurk. Like it. Comment on it. Share it. That click might seem small, but it can be the spark that lights up their entire feed.

And if you’re still trying to figure out how to actually use this stuff to grow your brand or business?

Let’s fix that by scheduling a no-cost/no-obligation Discovery chat on Zoom with me.  I’ll help you map out exactly how to start turning your posts into results.

👉 https://calendly.com/dickinsonent/discovery-zoom-chat

Don’t wait. Click. Engage and schedule now! Let’s turn your scroll time into growth time.

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Marketing & Business Communications | Why SMBs Need a Pro on Their Side

Let’s not sugarcoat it: marketing and business communications, in 2025, is a beast.

What used to be simple—put up a website, post on Facebook, maybe toss out a monthly promo—just doesn’t cut it anymore. The digital landscape is shifting faster than your morning coffee can cool off. AI is rewriting everything. Social platforms evolve overnight. And customers? They expect more, faster, and better.

If you’re running a small to medium-sized business, you already wear a dozen hats. Marketing strategist, communications lead, social media manager? That’s a full-time role on its own—and a rapidly changing one at that.

That’s exactly why you need a marketing and business communications professional on your team—not someday. Now.

🚀 What’s Actually Trending Right Now?

Let’s break down what’s happening across the marketing & communications world (without the fluff):

  • AI-driven personalization: Emails, ads, and content tailored to each customer like never before.

  • Short-form video: 30-60 second stories on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are dominating.

  • Authentic over perfect: People are connecting more with “real” than polished.

  • Zero-party data: Cookie tracking is fading—it’s all about getting info customers willingly share.

  • Micro-influencers & local voices: Niche is king. Smaller, engaged audiences drive more action than big, broad ones.

  • Conversational content: From smart chatbots to friendly DMs—how you talk matters.

This applies to every industry—retail, real estate, trades, healthcare, hospitality, finance, you name it.

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The good news? SMBs can move faster than the big guys. You’re nimble. You’re close to your customers. But only if you’ve got a strategic partner who understands what’s changing—and what actually works in marketing and business communications. Talk to us today for free!

Here’s what a marketing and business communications pro can do for your business:

  • Cut through the noise and focus on what brings results

  • Turn one piece of content into a month’s worth of brand touchpoints

  • Help you leverage tools like AI without sounding robotic

  • Translate trends into tactics—for your business, not someone else’s

  • Make sure you’re not wasting time or money on outdated tactics

🎯 Here’s the Pitch (It’s Free, Honest)

We’re offering a cost-free, zero-obligation discovery meeting, specifically for small and medium businesses looking to get ahead in this fast-moving marketing world.

Think of it like a quick tune-up where we’ll:

  • Review your current marketing and communications strategies & goals

  • Identify what’s working (and what’s just spinning its wheels)

  • Suggest smarter, faster ways to reach your goals

Whether you’re just starting out, feeling stuck, or ready to scale, this session is designed to help you move forward with clarity, not confusion.

Marketing And Business Communications Is Not About Working Harder—It’s About Working Smarter

Your business doesn’t need to be everywhere. It needs to be where it counts, doing what works now, not what worked two years ago.

So let’s talk. Let’s align your marketing with what’s actually driving results in 2025. And let’s make it easier, not harder.

📩 Ready to get ahead? Schedule your free discovery session today.
Click here to get started.

You focus on running your business. We’ll help you make sure the right people see it, love it, and take action.

PS – May the 4th Be With You

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Power Of Words: “Every Word You Say Has the Power to Shape Your World”

The Power Of Words: “Every word you say has the power to shape your world.” ~ Jefferson Fisher

Words are not just sounds strung together for convenience. They are tools, weapons, bridges, and builders. Every conversation you have — whether with your boss, your best friend, or the stranger in front of you at Starbucks — is an act of creation. You’re not just communicating. You’re constructing the world around you, brick by verbal brick.

Power Of Words Affects All Communication
Thinking About the Power of Words:

 • The simple “you’ve got this” that you tell yourself before a big meeting? That’s you laying the groundwork for confidence.
 • The sarcastic jab you toss at your partner after a rough day? That’s a crack in the foundation of trust.
 • The “thank you” you offer sincerely to someone who helped you? That’s a door swinging open for a deeper connection.

Language isn’t passive. It’s alive. It’s electric. It’s shaping your relationships, your career, your self-image—right now.

And here’s the kicker: most people are building blind. They throw words around carelessly, not realizing they’re either fortifying a mansion or burning it to the ground.

Speak Like It Matters — Because It Does

If you want a better career, better relationships, a better life—start by tuning into the words you use. Are you speaking encouragement or doubt? Possibility or limitation? Strength or apology?

The power of words programs our brains and the brains of everyone who hears us. They’re tiny scripts running in the background, shaping perceptions, decisions, and emotions long after we’ve stopped talking.

Read further about choosing the right words.

Change your words, and you change your thoughts.
Change your thoughts, and you change your actions.
Change your actions, and you change your entire life.

Sounds simple, right? It’s not. It’s a skill. But it’s a skill worth mastering if you’re serious about building a life you don’t just tolerate, but love.

Ready to Build Something Bigger?

If you’re ready to level up the way you show up in the world—and you’re done settling for half-built dreams—let’s talk. I’m offering a FREE discovery session where we’ll dive deep into how you can start shaping your world with intention, clarity, and purpose—one powerful word at a time.

⚡ Space is limited, and momentum waits for no one. Schedule your free session now and let’s start building something extraordinary together.

👉 Schedule Your Free Discovery Session Here

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No Compelling Copy Is Why Your Business Ads Aren’t Working!

FACT: Compelling copy works! If your business ads or social media posts are just telling people what you do and how you do it, you’re not just being boring—you’re being ignored.

Here’s the hard truth: nobody’s scrolling the web, social media or networking apps hoping to read your mission statement or the bullet points on your service list. People are tuned in to one frequency only: what’s in it for them.

If your business ads don’t make them feel something, they’ll scroll right past them like last week’s leftovers.

Your results — e.g. likes, shares, direct messages — are directly tied to how well you connect. And connection doesn’t come from stats and specs. It comes from compelling narratives. It comes from telling the real story behind your business—the why, the passion, the people, the transformation you bring.

Now, let’s talk about getting compelling AI results

Yes, it’s impressive. Yes, it spits out a ton of words fast. But let’s be honest—it’s not crafting you.

Most business owners hop on, get a decent paragraph or two, and call it good. But good isn’t enough. Not in today’s saturated, hyper-scrolling world. You need writing that grips, moves, and persuades. That’s an art. It’s human.

And while AI is a great tool, it’s not a substitute for a professional who understands how to pull your voice out of the noise and into the spotlight. Don’t dismiss the power of a writer who knows how to make people care.

That’s where I come in.

I’m a professional content and copy writer who crafts compelling narratives for business owners who know they’ve got something special, but can’t seem to translate that into words that move people.

If you’re too busy, too close to your own brand, or just too unsure where to start, let’s talk. Click below to schedule a free, zero-pressure 20-minute discovery chat. No sales pitch. Just clarity.

👉 Schedule a Call here.

It’s time to stop blending in and start connecting in a way that actually gets results: compelling content. Read more about compelling content.

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