The online course industry is growing like gangbustas, so I hope you’re on the train, or at least considering a ticket. It’s a great way to share your expertise as a service provider, scale your business, and create meaningful milestones for people who need skills that you currently possess. But I know you’re reading this … read more
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PicMonkey vs. Canva vs. Photoshop: Which one is Best?
This is a guest post by Amanda over at Laptop Lifestyle Mom As a blogger and/or online business owner you’ll probably find yourself creating a lot graphics and other images for your website, blog, and social media platforms. Seriously…it never ends! Occasionally you may also need to create graphics for printed materials such as business … read more
Do I Need a Digital Marketing Niche?
The Question: “So, what if I want to specialize in some aspect of Digital Marketing like Pinterest Marketing or SEO. Do I really need to understand Digital Marketing as a whole industry? We’re always told to niche down, not to be a generalist.” Yes and no. You need a niche. You just do. And if … read more
How To Not Quit When You’re Making Diddly Squat
The Question: “Julie, how did you stay motivated in the beginning as a Digital Marketer and Online Business Owner when you hadn’t made a lot of money yet, and you were taking a big risk?” Great question and whoever asked it…good work. I had to think and ponder and go allllll the way back to when … read more
The Top 10 Skills You Need in Digital Marketing in 2017
The Question: “I want a skill list. I get that I need to know strategy, and that’s important…but what are the SKILLS I need for Digital Marketing in 2017?” Skills + Strategy = Money. It just does. It’s not enough to have just one or the other. The Digital Gangsta is designed to teach you BOTH … read more
How Do I Start a Career in Digital Marketing in an Oversaturated Market?
The Question: Ohhhh the classic, “But the market is saturated with Digital Marketers. How can I compete?” First things first. Go outside (take your phone so you can read this email at the same time). Knock on ten doors in your neighborhood. When they answer…say, “Julie wanted to ask me if you know what Digital … read more