Join Kendra Corman and her guests as they provide small business owners and solopreneurs actionable tips and insights about how to do more effective and efficient marketing that drives results.
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Join Andrea Walker-Leidy, a seasoned small business owner, marketing, and publicity consultant, and a dedicated mom, as she explores the profound impact of storytelling in personal and professional growth. Far beyond the reaches of viral content and social media explosions, it's the unassuming days, like a Tuesday, that hold the real magic of our stories. Through a mix of personal insights and professional expertise, Andrea will guide us on how to cultivate, discover, and share our stories t ...
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249: Unlocking the Potential of AI: Elevate Your Social Media Content with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Imperfect Marketing with host Kendra Corman Episode 249: AI for Social Media: Crafting Engaging Content with Host Kendra Corman Kendra discusses how to effectively use AI tools for social media content creation without losing your authentic voice. Highlights from today's episode include: The importance of using AI as an enhancement, …
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250: Beyond the Podium: Redefining Public Speaking in the Digital Age with Guest Jennifer Espinosa
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Send us a text Kendra talks imperfect marketing with Jennifer Espinosa-Goswami, a certified public speaking coach and founder of Weightless LLC. Jennifer is passionate about helping entrepreneurs speak confidently and get paid for their expertise. With over 10 years of experience, she has presented to thousands of professionals and was recognized b…
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248: Beyond the Press Release: Creative Strategies for Media Coverage with Guest Liese Garder
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Send us a text Episode 248: Beyond the Press Release: Creative Strategies for Media Coverage with Guest Liese Gardner Kendra talks imperfect marketing with seasoned communications and PR expert, Liese Gardner. Liese founded Liese Gardner Communications in 1999, driven by her passion for helping creative companies, both large and small, increase the…
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247: AI in Marketing Automation: Enhancing Customer Journeys with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Imperfect Marketing with host Kendra Corman Episode 247: AI in Marketing Automation: Enhancing Customer Journeys Kendra discusses how AI is revolutionizing social media content creation and marketing automation, offering insights on using AI tools effectively without losing authenticity. Highlights from today's episode include: The r…
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246: Podcasting for Business: Strategies for Content, Monetization, and Growth with Guest Cody McLaughlin
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Send us a text Episode 246: Podcasting for Business: Strategies for Content, Monetization, and Growth with Guest Cody McLaughlin Kendra talks imperfect marketing with Cody McLaughlin, an experienced podcast showrunner, guest, and host with over 1000 media appearances. Cody is a published writer in the outdoor space and is responsible for all elemen…
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245: The Future of SEO: How AI is Changing the Game with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Imperfect Marketing with host Kendra Corman Episode 245: The Future of SEO: How AI is Changing the Game Kendra discusses how artificial intelligence is transforming SEO and how marketers can leverage AI tools while maintaining their unique voice and expertise. Highlights from today's episode include: The evolution of SEO from keyword…
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244: Evolving with B2B Marketing with Guest Eric Eden
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243: Productivity Hacks: Leveraging AI Tools for Efficient Workflows with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Imperfect Marketing with host Kendra Corman Episode 243: Productivity Hacks: Leveraging AI Tools for Efficient Workflows with Host Kendra Corman Kendra discusses how AI tools can significantly boost productivity and save time for marketers and content creators. Highlights from today's episode include: The role of AI in streamlining p…
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242: Understanding Your Work Style: The Key to Overcoming Procrastination with Guest Andi Wright
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241: Goal Setting for Q4: Focusing on What Matters Most with Host Kendra Corman
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240: Beyond Likes: Using Social Media as a Marketing Tool for Business Growth with Guest Tracy Beavers
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Send us a text Kendra talks imperfect marketing with Tracy Beavers, CEO and founder of Tracy Beavers Coaching. Tracy has a proven track record in marketing, sales, and business growth with an award-winning career spanning 20 years and a multi-six figure business. She has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs with everything from overcoming the fear of s…
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239: Quarterly Reflection: Assessing Q3 and Planning for Q4 Success with Host Kendra Corman
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17: Embrace Your Why: Leading with Grit, Grace and Purpose with Guest Sue Keels
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Send us a text In this episode, Andrea Walker-Leidy welcomes hospitality expert Sue Keels, a trailblazer in the industry known for finding her "why" long before Simon Sinek popularized the concept. Together, they dive into Sue's inspiring journey, from her humble beginnings in the hospitality industry to becoming one of the first female general man…
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238: AI-Generated Podcasts: The Future of Content Marketing? With Guest Ian Harris
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Send us a text Episode 238: AI-Generated Podcasts: The Future of Content Creation with Ian Harris Kendra talks imperfect marketing with Ian Harris, an expert in product and technology strategy who has helped some of the largest companies on the planet. Ian is here to help us unpack the meaning of technology change, especially around AI, content cre…
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237: AI and Content Creation: When Robots Go Rogue (And Humans Let Them) with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text In this episode, Kendra Corman explores the humorous and cautionary side of AI in content creation, sharing notable AI blunders and offering practical advice for marketers using AI tools. Key Takeaways: AI can make significant errors, from fabricating legal cases to misinterpreting historical images. While useful for idea generation …
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236: Aligning Marketing and Sales: The Key to Small Business Revenue Growth with Guest Kyle Mealy
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Just Do the Thing: Lorrena Black on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Finding Purpose
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235: Email Marketing's AI Makeover: Less Spam, More Glam with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text In this episode, Kendra Corman discusses the use of AI-powered tools for idea generation, email outlining, and writing. She introduces ChatGPT, Claude.ai, and Perplexity.ai as her favorite AI assistants. These tools can help with generating ideas, structuring email content, overcoming writer's block, conducting research, and experime…
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234: The SEO Balancing Act: Quality Content vs. AI Overload with Guest Tom Amitay
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233: Leveraging Email Marketing for Client Retention with Host Kendrra Corman
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Send us a text Kendra Corman explores email marketing strategies that keep clients engaged and returning for more in this informative episode of Imperfect Marketing. Highlights: The cost advantages of retaining customers versus acquiring new ones Techniques for building a quality email list with compelling lead magnets How personalization and segme…
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232: Building Effective Brand Strategies to Avoid Common Pitfalls with Guest Erin Andrea Craske
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231: Overcoming Email Marketing Challenges: Solutions and Inspiration with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text In this episode, Kendra Corman addresses common obstacles and provides actionable strategies to overcome them. Highlights: Boost open rates with creative subject lines and effective list segmentation. Improve click-through rates by injecting personality and using engaging content. Minimize unsubscribes by setting clear expectations a…
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Defending the Vote: Tina Barton’s Story of Resilience and Reform
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Send us a text Tina Barton is a Senior Election Expert and Vice Chair of the Committee for Safe and Secure Elections. With a remarkable career in public service, Tina has served in various roles, including City Clerk of Rochester Hills and Senior Program Advisor at the U.S. Election Assistance Commission. Her dedication to ensuring safe and secure …
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Episode 230: Mastering Daily Email Marketing to Boost Sales with Guest Adrian Moreno
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Send us a text Adrian Moreno shares his journey into email marketing and the power of building an email list. He emphasizes the importance of marketing to the people who already have the trust of your buyers and getting endorsed by them. He discusses the misconceptions of email marketing, including the belief that people don't want to read emails a…
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229: Integrating Email with Your Overall Marketing Strategy with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Kendra Corman is the host of Imperfect Marketing and a seasoned marketing strategist dedicated to helping businesses leverage email marketing to create cohesive and effective marketing strategies. With extensive experience in corporate marketing and a passion for integrating various marketing channels, Kendra shares practical tips an…
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228: Mastering the AlikeAbility System: Boost Sales Conversions with Guest Nancy Zare
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14: Unleashing Your Potential with Guest Lee Meadows
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227: The Power of Personalization: Creating Emails That Resonate with Host Kendra Corman
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226: Crafting Websites That Convert: Audience-First Strategies with Guest Sami Bedell-Mulhern
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Send us a text Sami is a digital marketing strategist focused on helping small to mid-size nonprofits and businesses grow through marketing. She is also the host of the podcast Digital Marketing Therapy, where she supports nonprofits in raising more money online. With extensive experience in digital marketing, Sami specializes in using websites, so…
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13: Empowering Women Through Jeeps and Coaching with Guest Jaime Matthews
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Send us a text Join Andrea as she sits down with Jaime Matthews, a life coach and leader of Jeep Babes, to discuss empowerment, resilience, and making a difference. Highlights: Jaime's journey from addiction to becoming a life coach The power of knowing your core values and living authentically How Jeep Babes is supporting domestic violence survivo…
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225: Measuring Success: Key Metrics for Email Marketing with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text In this episode, Kendra Corman discusses the importance of measuring the success of email marketing campaigns. She emphasizes the need to understand key metrics, such as open rates, click-through rates, conversion rates, bounce rates, unsubscribe rates, and list growth rate. Kendra also highlights the significance of setting your own…
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224: Marketing 101 for Non-Marketers with Guest Brenda Meller
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Send us a text In this episode of Imperfect Marketing, host Kendra Corman interviews Brenda Meller, a LinkedIn coach and marketing expert. They discuss marketing tips for non-marketers, emphasizing the importance of consistency, creating a marketing plan, and leveraging social proof. They also discuss the value of email marketing and the power of b…
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223: From Subscribers to Clients: Nurturing Leads with Email with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Episode 223: Turning Subscribers into Clients: Effective Email Marketing Strategies with Host Kendra Corman Kendra discusses the essential aspects of turning email subscribers into paying clients through effective email marketing strategies. She covers the subscriber journey, nurturing leads, and creating targeted campaigns to drive …
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12: Breaking the PR Mold: Jason Brown's Journey from Journalism to PR Pro
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Send us a text In this episode of It's Not Just a Tuesday, Andrea Walker-Leidy chats with Jason Brown, founder of PublicCity PR. Discover Jason's unique path from aspiring journalist to PR expert, his innovative approach, and the importance of genuine industry relationships. Episode Highlights: Jason's Path to PR: Transition from journalism graduat…
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222: Effective Communication and Lead Generation with Guest Drewbie Wilson
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221: Email Marketing and Your Brand: Building Trust and Recognition with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Episode 221: Email Marketing and Your Brand: Building Trust and Recognition with Host Kendra Corman Kendra discusses the essential role of email marketing in building trust and brand recognition. She highlights the importance of consistency, engaging content, and maintaining a recognizable brand voice. Highlights from today's episode…
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220: Building Connections in Entrepreneurship with Guest Cash Miller
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Send us a text Cash Miller, CEO of Achieve Entrepreneur and Coworking Center, shares his journey as an entrepreneur and the importance of building a business that is saleable. He emphasizes the loneliness of entrepreneurship and the need for a support system. Cash discusses the value of coworking centers and mastermind groups in connecting entrepre…
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11: The LinkedIn Queen: Brenda Meller’s Journey from Corporate to Coaching
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Send us a text In this episode, Andrea Walker-Leidy chats with Brenda Meller, widely recognized as a pivotal force in LinkedIn networking and branding. Dubbed the "Queen of LinkedIn," Brenda shares her transformative journey from the corporate world to becoming a sought-after LinkedIn coach and entrepreneur. Episode Highlights: Brenda's Corporate J…
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219: Balancing Promotion and Value in Your Emails with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Episode 219: Balancing Promotion and Value in Your Emails with Host Kendra Corman Kendra discusses the tricky balancing act of blending promotion and value in your email marketing. She shares insights on how to engage your audience without coming off as overly promotional and how to build trust and loyalty through valuable content. H…
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218: Crafting Freedom in Business with Guest TJ Murphy
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Send us a text In today's episode, Kendra is joined by TJ Murphy, owner of Hite Digital Bend and publisher of World Local Central Oregon. TJ guides adventurous entrepreneurs in clarifying their messaging, developing effective marketing strategies, and gaining freedom in their business. He also hosts the Adventurous Entrepreneurs podcast, exploring …
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217: The Lifecycle of an Email Subscriber: From 'Nice to Meet You' to 'It's Not You, It's Me with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Welcome to the Imperfect Marketing Podcast with your host, Kendra Corman. In today's episode, we're chatting through the lifecycle of an email subscriber. Subscription Moment: Importance of clear expectations. Welcome Sequence: First impressions matter. Nurturing Phase: Keeping the relationship alive. Handling Unsubscribes: Graceful …
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216: AI and the Evolution of Digital Marketing with Guest Josh Muskin
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Send us a text In this episode, Kendra Corman and Josh Muskin discuss the impact of AI on content strategy for B2B brands. They explore the evolution of AI-generated content and its effect on organic search results. They also delve into the challenges of targeting in digital marketing and the importance of creative and data in campaigns. The conver…
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215: The Psychology of Email Sales: Leveraging Scarcity, Social Proof, and Authority with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Welcome to the Imperfect Marketing Podcast with your host, Kendra Corman. In today's episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of email sales psychology. Main Points: Scarcity: Limited time offers create urgency. Social Proof: Use testimonials and success stories. Authority: Share expertise and partner with influencers. Trust:…
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10: Unleashing Potential: A Conversation with Terry Bean
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214: Maximizing Accessibility: Beyond the Basics with Guest Max Ivey
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Send us a text Welcome to Imperfect Marketing Podcast with your host, Kendra Corman In today's episode, we have a special guest, Max Ivy, a blind serial online entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience. Max is passionate about advocating for accessibility and inclusion, and he shares valuable insights on how business owners can benefit from mak…
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213: It’s June and Time to Clean Your Email List: 5 Hygiene Tips to Boost Performance with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Welcome to the Imperfect Marketing Podcast with your host, Kendra Corman. In today's episode, we're discussing the ridiculously important but often overlooked topic of email list hygiene. Key Points: Remove inactive subscribers - Say goodbye to those who haven't engaged in months. Segment your list - Organize subscribers for targeted…
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212: Mastering the Finances of Marketing: A Strategic Conversation with Colin Sanburg
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Send us a text Colin Sandberg is a multi-business owner and founder of FinElevate, a strategic finance firm helping business owners leverage their numbers to make money. As the CEO of manufacturing, distribution, and service businesses, Colin developed a passion for demystifying small business finance and supporting entrepreneurs in achieving their…
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211: The Do's and Don'ts of Ethical Email Marketing: Avoiding the Hall of Shame with Host Kendra Corman
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Send us a text Welcome to the Imperfect Marketing Podcast with your host, Kendra Corman. In today's episode, we dive into some aspects of Email Marketing Ethics. Topics covered in today's conversation include: The importance of transparency in email marketing Obtaining explicit consent from subscribers Protecting subscribers' privacy and personal i…
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9: The Power of Saying No: Julie Booksh on Embracing Authenticity and Personal Freedom
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Send us a text In this episode, Andrea Walker-Leidy speaks with Julie Booksh, an experienced therapist who has transitioned into teaching and group work, focusing on the concept of personal authenticity and freedom. Julie discusses her personal journey from a confining marriage and traditional career to embracing her true self and ultimately findin…
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210: Harnessing Brand Science with Guest Stæven Frey
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Send us a text In this episode of Imperfect Marketing, Kendra Corman interviews guest Stæven Frey, the founder and chief brand scientist at Quantum Branding. He specializes in leveraging brand science to help purpose-driven brands disrupt their markets and establish themselves as industry authorities. Topics Discussed Misconceptions in Brand Scienc…
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