Every yes forces you to say no to something else.
Every no creates space for you to say yes to something else.
Everyone who learns this lesson learns it the hard way.
Now, on to this week’s ideas…
The Starting Five
1. Three Questions To Ask Before Getting On A Call With A Potential Client
They’ll make the potential client more likely to hire you.
2. The Biggest Misconception About Promotional Emails
Read this if you worry your promotional emails annoy your subscribers.
3. What Happened When A Creator Reduced His Website From 1,100 Pages Down To 27
In a 9-minute video he reveal what he’s recently removed from his business and the impact of doing so.
4. A Clever Way To Communicate Your Offers
I saw this clever Instagram carousel after creating my own offers page to showcase everything I offer in one place.
5. How To Spark A Hot Streak In Your Work
Or career.
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From My Notebook…
• Social media is a long game that’s too often played as a short game.
• No one ever tries a free sample and says: “That was amazing, I’m definitely not going to buy it now.”
• You can’t make someone do something until you can make them feel something.
See more of my notebook here.
My Final Words Of The Week
There’s always a breeze when I go for a walk.
Sometimes it’s light, sometimes it’s strong.
Sometimes it’s pushing me forward, sometimes it’s working against me.
Either way, I keep walking.
(This isn’t about walking.)
Have an interesting week!