{"id":10028,"date":"2023-08-18T12:31:52","date_gmt":"2023-08-18T12:31:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mysourcefunding.com\/leadership\/how-to-turn-content-into-conversions\/"},"modified":"2023-08-18T12:31:53","modified_gmt":"2023-08-18T12:31:53","slug":"how-to-turn-content-into-conversions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mysourcefunding.com\/?p=10028","title":{"rendered":"How To Turn Content Into Conversions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><em data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.iamsteveharris.com\/\">Steve Harris<\/em><em> is a Business Strategist &amp; Executive Coach. He&#8217;s the CEO of TSHC, a High Performance Coaching Company in Dallas, Texas.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Welcome to my journey as a thought leader in today&#8217;s bustling and ever-evolving digital landscape. Over the years, I&#8217;ve learned that magnetic messaging\u2014the ability to attract and keep attention through compelling messaging\u2014is the key to not only captivating an audience but also converting them into loyal followers.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, I&#8217;ll take you through the strategies I&#8217;ve personally employed to create compelling and relatable content that resonates with my readers and drives meaningful engagement.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">1. Understanding My Audience Intimately<\/h2>\n<p>I firmly believe that effective communication starts with truly knowing your audience. Through surveys, social media interactions and heartfelt conversations, I dig deep into the pain points and aspirations of my readers. By aligning my content with their needs, I establish an authentic connection that makes them feel understood and valued.<\/p>\n<p><fbs-ad position=\"inread\" progressive=\"\" ad-id=\"article-0-inread\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\"><\/fbs-ad><\/p>\n<p>Pro tip: Don&#8217;t be afraid to be vulnerable and share your own experiences; it encourages your audience to open up and relate to you on a personal level (which I&#8217;ll talk about some more in the next point).<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">2. The Power of Stories<\/h2>\n<p>Stories have the remarkable ability to leave a lasting impact on readers&#8217; hearts and minds. To connect with my audience on a deeper level, I began weaving my personal anecdotes, triumphs and even failures into my content. These narratives not only provide valuable insights but also showcase the human side of my journey, making my content more relatable and engaging.<\/p>\n<p>For instance: &#8220;I&#8217;m a two-time college dropout who started a business with $230 and made over $100,000 in 10 months, working from home with a pregnant wife. Let me show you how I went from college dropout to corporate sellout.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">3. Empowering Data-Driven Content<\/h2>\n<p>Numbers and data add credibility and substance to your messaging. I&#8217;ve started incorporating relevant statistics and research findings to support my arguments and validate my expertise. Data-driven insights not only strengthen my claims but also empower my audience to make informed decisions.<\/p>\n<p>Example: &#8220;Studies have shown that businesses utilizing video marketing experience a 49% faster revenue growth compared to those that don&#8217;t. Let&#8217;s dive into how incorporating video content can transform your marketing strategy.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">4. Visuals That Speak Volumes<\/h2>\n<p>To keep my audience captivated, I embrace the power of visuals. Infographics, images and videos not only break the monotony of text but also make complex concepts easier to grasp. Visual storytelling enhances the overall experience and makes my content more shareable.<\/p>\n<p>Pro tip: Don&#8217;t get caught up trying to include all the relevant information on your slide deck. I&#8217;ve seen too many thought leaders fall into the trap of putting all their knowledge onscreen, and then having to read out a long list of bullet points. What I prefer to do is put a full-screen picture on the slide deck that&#8217;s associated with the point I want to make, along with a single key concept.<\/p>\n<p>For example, if I was going to speak about the power of vision, I might use a picture of an eye, or someone looking through a microscope or telescope, with a single phrase like &#8220;The Power of Vision.&#8221; Then I&#8217;d explain these ideas in more detail. That&#8217;s way more compelling than a bunch of bullet points!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">5. Speaking Their Language<\/h2>\n<p>Communicating in a way that resonates with my readers is paramount. I strive to use empathetic language that addresses their pain points and aspirations. By acknowledging their struggles and offering practical solutions, I create a sense of camaraderie that encourages them to stay engaged.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s an example of how I might go about addressing a specific paint point: &#8220;Are you feeling overwhelmed with the ever-changing landscape of digital and social media marketing? I get it, and I&#8217;m here to guide you through the process, step by step.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">6. Building Credibility And Trust<\/h2>\n<p>Credibility is the bedrock of thought leadership. I regularly share my credentials, certifications and testimonials from satisfied clients to bolster my authority. Demonstrating my expertise and the impact of my insights helps build trust and encourages readers to take my advice seriously.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">7. Let&#8217;s Engage Together<\/h2>\n<p>Throughout my content, I encourage interaction with my readers. Calls to action are strategically placed, inviting comments, sharing or subscriptions to my newsletter. This creates a sense of community and ensures that my insights reach a wider audience.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">8. My SEO Journey<\/h2>\n<p>Optimizing for SEO has been a learning process for me. By incorporating relevant keywords and understanding how search engines work, I&#8217;ve made my magnetic messaging more discoverable, reaching and connecting with a broader audience.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subhead-embed color-accent bg-base font-accent font-size text-align\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>As a thought leader, I&#8217;ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of magnetic messaging. By deeply understanding my audience, sharing captivating stories and using empathetic language, enriching my content with data and visuals, building credibility and optimizing for SEO, I&#8217;ve been able to forge meaningful connections that lead to conversions.<\/p>\n<p>Embrace these strategies, infuse your personality into your content and let your magnetic messaging guide you towards becoming a thought leader that truly resonates with their audience.<\/p>\n<p>Forbes Coaches Council is an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches. <em data-ga-track=\"InternalLink:https:\/\/councils.forbes.com\/qualify?utm_source=forbes.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=forbes-links&amp;utm_term=fcc&amp;utm_content=in-article-ad-links\">Do I qualify?<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Read the full article <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbescoachescouncil\/2023\/08\/18\/magnetic-messaging-how-to-turn-content-into-conversions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Steve Harris is a Business Strategist &amp; Executive Coach. 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