Content Marketing

Where there is a website, there must be content. This content can (or should!) serve more than just one role. In fact, content is a great marketing asset, and this is where you can learn how to make content work for you – the right way.

But What Is Content, Really?

In short: content is everything you have on your website. Your landing page? It is content. Your blog posts? Also content. That small pop-up asking your visitors to sign up for your newsletter? This can also be considered content.

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Content marketing usually uses the narrower definition, in which content is all the informational value you provide – this includes:

  • Short form texts: blog posts, articles, social media posts,
  • Long form texts: e-books, white papers, case studies,
  • Visuals: infographics, photos, videos,
  • Emails
  • Podcasts and webinars.

And in an even more narrow definition, content refers primarily to texts. And this is what content marketing typically focuses on. So let’s dig into what it is about!

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How to Put Content Into Your Marketing Strategy

There are two main pieces to the puzzle: SEO and value.

SEO (or Search Engine Optimization) is about hitting the right keywords (the terms that your potential customers type into search engines) and following the best practices that make your website rank higher.

If done right, SEO will bring traffic to your website, but the traffic alone might not do the trick.

The value you offer – how interesting or useful your content is – will keep your audience on the page, and more importantly, will make them come back. This increases their engagement, builds trust, and eventually leads them to buy your product or use your service.

Keys to Successful Content Marketing

For a successful content marketing strategy, remember to:

  • Understand Your Audience
    One of the most crucial elements is understanding your target audience and speaking directly to their needs. Once you grasp who they are, you can create content that speaks to their experiences, interests, and pain points, making it more likely for them to gravitate towards your brand. This might involve audience research, surveys, or persona creation. But ultimately, it’s about constant listening and adapting.
  • Provide Consistent and Valuable Content
    Consistency is key in the world of content marketing. Regularly updating your website, blog, or social media platforms with new, high-quality content keeps your audience engaged and coming back for more. But remember, it’s not just about the quantity, it’s also about the value. Aim to educate, inspire, or entertain your audience with each piece of content you put out.
  • Optimize for SEO but Never Overdo It
    While SEO is an essential part of content marketing, it shouldn’t overshadow the main objective, which is to provide relevant and valuable content for your audience. Yes, keywords and search optimization are important, but writing with your audience in mind should always come first. So don’t overdo it with keywords or backlinks, instead, focus on creating valuable content and weave your SEO tactics in it delicately.

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Can I Have ChatGPT Make Content For Me?

In a way, yes. But you need to take extra steps to make sure you don’t end up with generic AI gibberish. The more you dig into it, the more you realize how much it takes to create good AI content.

Yet, the impact of AI on content marketing cannot be undermined – and even Google went from not really allowing AI content, to creating their own AI tools.

So, if you want to create content the modern way, here’s what you should listen to:

Ep 220: AI Content The Good, The Bad, The Ugly & How To Make It Truly Valuable with Rad Paluszak

Ep 224: How To Create AI Content Google Loves & Will AI Kill Content Websites with Doug Cunnington

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So, you’ve made it so far in content marketing! You’re doing great. But I’m sure there are questions popping up in your mind as you embark on this journey. Here are answers to some of the most common asked queries about content marketing.

How long does it take to see results from content marketing?

Content marketing is a long-term strategy and it often takes time to see significant results. Typically, it may take several months of consistent, quality content creation to see a notable increase in traffic or improvement in SEO rankings. However, the time frame can vary depending on multiple factors like your industry, competition, content quality, and the platforms you use. The key is to stay patient and consistent.

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