Have you ever wondered why content creation feels hard?   In this episode Mel Daniels delves into why traditional content marketing methods often feel misaligned and overwhelming for many entrepreneurs. She discusses the flaws of conventional approaches like sales funnels, pre-made content calendars, and algorithm-focused strategies.   Instead, Mel introduces The Holistic Content Marketing Method, which integrates personal preferences, strategic thinking, and meaningful audience connections. By aligning content creation with one's heart, mind, and soul, Mel explains how this approach can make content marketing feel more authentic, enjoyable, and effective.   The episode also highlights the 10 steps of this method and offers details on Mel's new one-on-one program, The Content Accelerator, designed to help entrepreneurs create consistent, impactful content.    00:00 Introduction: The struggles of content marketing  00:44 Welcome to The Powerful Content Podcast  02:02 The misalignment in traditional content marketing  07:24 The Holistic Content Marketing Method  08:43 Steps to Holistic Content Marketing  09:04 Heart: Starting with you  12:17 Mind: Strategic and purposeful processes  15:16 Soul: Building momentum and community  17:03 Introducing The Content Accelerator   17:58 Conclusion and Ways to Connect    Links mentioned in this podcast  The Content Accelerator  The Holistic Content Marketing Method™  Content Creator Archetype Quiz  Episode 10 – The Power of reimagination  Episode 56 – How to outsource like a pro    If you enjoyed listening to this episode, then you’ll also love:  Episode 116 - How to stand out with content with this one simple thing  Episode 80 - The secret to being more visible without burning out    And why not leave a review?  I use and recommend Podbean and Descript to edit my podcast.   * These are affiliate links. I will receive a small compensation for you using these links. There’s no extra charge to you, but it helps me create more free content like this podcast, for you.    Ready to work with me?  👉🏻 Buy my book The Power of Content  👉🏻 Work with me 1:1 in The Content Accelerator  👉🏻 Get yourself on the waitlist for my membership The Content Effect  👉🏻 Join my free Facebook Group The Content Project    For more conversations on powerful content, connect with me here:  Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website