Joe Pulizzi, a renowned content marketing expert and author, shares valuable insights into building a sustainable content strategy in this conversation. Known for pioneering content marketing approaches and founding Content Marketing Institute, Joe dives into what it takes to create a loyal audience and a profitable brand. He emphasizes the importance of starting with a single, focused niche and committing to consistency, cautioning against spreading too thin across platforms early on. Joe advises creators to develop a routine with consistent posting and to engage actively with others in their field by commenting on relevant content. This strategy, he explains, is crucial to gaining visibility and driving organic growth, especially for those starting out. As creators build traction, Joe encourages them to consider “paying to play,” putting ad dollars behind their best-performing content to reach broader audiences. He highlights that while content creation is essential, devoting 75% of one’s time to content promotion and community engagement will ultimately lead to greater success and, ideally, easier monetization. CHAPTER TITLES 3:00 - Laying the Foundation: Picking Your Niche and Platform 5:30 - Choosing Your Focus: Why Content Needs Consistency 7:55 - Staying Consistent: Building Trust Through Regularity 10:30 - Engaging Beyond Your Page: The Power of Commenting on Others’ Content 13:45 - Leveraging Paid Promotion: How and When to Invest 17:20 - Testing and Iterating: Knowing When to Adjust Your Strategy 19:00 - Audience Growth Tips: Consistency and Collaboration 21:10 - Content Creation vs. Promotion: The 75/25 Rule 23:50 - Failure as a Learning Tool: Insights from Personal Struggles 25:10 - Mindset for Success: Staying Resilient and Embracing Change Connect with Joe Pulizzi: Joepulizzi.com Connect with Rudy Mawer: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Twitter