Do The Brave Thing™ Online Business Podcast with Kate Doster

What it's really like running a 5 figure summit [Besties Chat] | EP. 153

In this week's episode we're gonna talk about what it was like running a Virtual Summit. We go over the mistakes and successes that I had made while running my Virtual Summit.
 
In today's episode we'll discuss:
Three mistakes that I made 
Three things that went over like gangbusters
Structure and workflows of running my summit
The numbers 
Other resources mentioned:
 Krista Miller's - Summit in a Box (the only way to get in is to watch the free webinar were this link it pointing towards)Interested in running a free bundle - The Collaboration Cash In formerly - The Contributor's List Builder's Giveaway course is where you need to be. 
 
Our Tool Of Week: Email Marketing Fairy
 
// Get Credit For Listening
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// Free Stuff For You
[Free Audio Book ] From Audible https://www.katedoster.com/freebook
The 3-Part Framework to Triple Your Monthly Revenue with an Engaging Virtual Summit (while building your list for free) - https://www.katedoster.com/summits
 
// Let’s Connect
Email | kate@katedoster.com
Questions For the Podcast| https://www.katedoster.com/ask
Blog | https://www.katedoster.com/blog
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kate_doster/
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Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/katedostercommunications/

What To Send In November 2020 | Ep 152

In this week's episode we're going to go over what to send your email list in November especially if you're NOT going big for Black Friday. If you are going big for Black Friday then check out the Black Friday SOS KIT now available for the general public to purchase. Will you help me reach my goal of getting 100 reviews on Apple Podcast?So many people are telling me I should charge for these style episodes and in 2021 I might. However, if Inbox Besties gets to 100 reviews on Apple Podcast by December 31, 2020  I will guarantee TO continue to publish the "What To Send Your List This Month" Episode series. Want more ideas for what to email your email list?  Check out my 2 Years Worth of email Ideas. Claim your free month of Convertkit at https://www.katedoster.com/ckLet's be connect:Instagram -  @kate_doster -  https://www.katedoster.com/instagramCheckout the latest on www.katedoster.com

3 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make If You Want To Make Money From Your List | Ep. 151

Today (Oct. 21, 2020) is the last day for you get my Black Friday SOS kit for free when you invest in Love Your List - https://www.loveyourlist.co/oct
It’s not too late to cash in and stand out on over $7.4 Billion dollars that will be spent on Black Friday & Cyber Monday this year.
While you would think people are only focused on what Amazon, Target, or Walmart are doing on Black Friday, the truth is your audience is looking for YOUR emails on Black Friday to see what fun goodies you’ve got going on.
In this Black Friday SOS kit, you’ll get 14 templates – including what to send starting Oct. 26th all the way until your final last chance email on Cyber Monday night. Leave people feverishly refreshing their inboxes for your Black Friday deal.
Plus you won’t be just another one of those randos who mysteriously only shows up on one of the biggest shopping days of the year which means less unsubscribes for you and higher open rates.
You’ll also get bonus training that’s going to show you how to quickly create a Black Friday Offer that stands out that isn’t just the normal discounting, social media graphics, and caption ideas to remind people of your offer plus a Trello Board to help keep you organized.
In this bonus you’ll receive:
14 email templates
10 social media graphics
a Trello Board
5 social media caption swipe files
Bonus video training – How to Create a Black Friday Offer in a Flash that Stands Out (without just discounting)Exclusively for Students of Love Your List 2.0 

Standing Out On Black Friday With These 4 Simple Steps | Ep. 150

In this week's episode we're gonna talk about how you can stand out this Black Friday and cash in on all of the money that will be changing hands. It is not too late to start to create your Black Friday promotions. But before we do make sure you sign up for my brand new free training all about how you can make emailing your last the most profitable and fun part of your week even if you try to launch in the past and it didn't quite work out: https://www.katedodster.com/yay-octIn today's episode we'll discuss:
How to stand out on Black Friday
What the best length for your Black Friday Sale is
How to create an irresistible offer
The one thing you must TODAY to ensure your Black Friday sale is a huge success. 
Other resources mentioned:
Love Your List Is opening up Oct. 19 - So be sure to sign up for my new training here so you don't miss out. 
Our Tool Of Week: Claim your double free trial of Convertkit over at https://www.katedoster.com/ck now. 
// Get Credit For Listening
Tag me in your Instagram Stories @kate_doster 
 
// Free Stuff For You
[Free Audio Book ] From Audible https://www.katedoster.com/freebook
 
 
// Let’s Connect
Email | kate@katedoster.com
Questions For the Podcast| https://www.katedoster.com/ask
Blog | https://www.katedoster.com/blog
Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kate_doster/
Pinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/thekatedoster/
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/katedostercommunications/

Finishing the Year Strong | EP 149

Have you crushed every goal you've set for 2020 so far? No? Don't feel bad because I didn't either.
In this episode of Inbox Besties, we're going to talk about how to revisit your goals, celebrate our wins and set the stage to finish out 2020 strong.
 
Rather read the blog post? You can check it out here. 

What To Send Your List in Oct. 2020 | Ep 148

Can you believe that it’s almost October already?
 
We allllll know 2020 has been a wild ride but the good news is, we’re almost to 2021.
 
Action-takers are taking this time to build up (or reinforce) their relationship with their email list in preparation for the upcoming Black Friday sales season. 
 
In this episode, I’m giving you 4 fun & easy email prompts you can use this week to plan out your emails through October and ramp up those relationships with your future buyers.
 
// Resources Mentioned
Little List, Big Profit (katedoster.com/class)
2 Years Worth of Email Ideas (katedoster.com/2years)
The Email Marketing Fairy

Turn your website into a list building machine (with these 7 steps) | Ep. 147

Still struggling to grow your email list despite all of your best efforts?
 
In this episode of Inbox Besties, I'm sharing 7 of my best tips and tricks to turn your website into a list building machine.
 
// Resources Mentioned
Inbox Besties episode 31
Inbox Besties episode 123
Little List, Big Profit Masterclass
Divi Page Builder
LeadPages

All Tools & Tech You'll Need To Run A Virtual Summit | Ep. 146

I'm so excited that The Big 3 Summit is going on right now. If you haven't already go ahead and check it out at TheBig3Summit.com. 
If you decide to grab the action pack while you're there, use code InboxBesties for $10 off. 
 
Thinking of running your own virtual summit? In this episode, I'm giving you all the virtual summit tech and tools we used to stay organized, host the summit, automate as much as possible, and more.
Serious about running an online summit? Watch Krista's free class the secrets to running a profitable online summit here. 
// Resources mentioned:
Episode 142 of Inbox Besties
 
Organization:
Trello
ClickUp
Air Table
 
To Get the Presentations:
Zoom
Google Drive
Hello Sign
 
Tracking Sales:
Thrive Cart
Podia
Zapier
 
Audio & Video Tools:
Rev
Camtasia
Dropbox
 
To Build Out the Pages:
Divi
Siteground
Deadline Funnel
Lead Pages
Optimize Player
 
Email Marketing:
Active Campaign
Pretty Link
 
Graphic Design:
Canva
 

3 Must Have Launch Emails | Ep. 145

It's officially LAUNCH SEASON!!!  And you know what that means? Launch emails!
 
If you're launching a course, product, or program (or you just want to freshen up your funnels), you're going to want to tune in to this one.
 
In this episode, you'll learn the 3 must-have launch emails, why they matter, and some super-ninja shortcuts you can use today to craft amazing emails that convert like crazy.
 
Resources mentioned / / 
The Big 3 Summit (Use code InboxBesties for $5.00 off!)
Deadline Funnel
Motion Mail
Love Your List
Little List, Big Profit
Email Marketing Fairy

[Rebroadcast] What To Send AFTER Your Welcome Series

This is the last episode in our summer fun series where you're re-listening to some of our most popular episodes and hidden gems that your ear holes need to hear again. Next week September 9 we'll be coming back at you with brand new episodes.Show updates:I am no longer doing the review contest on Itunes
 
Take a pic of listening to the show tag me on your Instagram Stories - @kate_doster------This week we're covering what to send AFTER your welcome series...
Still don't have a welcome series? Listen to #93 Exactly What to Write in Your Welcome Series to Create Fans and Buyers for Life first, then come back to this week's show. 
This week you'll learn: 
The best types of emails to send your people
How often you should send email 
Why showing up is 99% of the battle
Get 2 Years Worth of Newsletter Ideas - Don’t worry about what to email your list until 2021! >>>Https://www.katedoster.com/2years
 
 
 
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