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Have you heard about what Instagram is doing that will dramatically change your Instagram marketing plans?
No more flying blind.
No more winging it.
For most makers, artists and designers I teach and mentor, Instagram is their top choice of marketing to get traffic and sales to their shop.
Unfortunately, that’s about to change.
Instagram announced on March 15, 2016 that they were going to implement an algorithm that would show the best posts to you first, rather than in chronological order as it had been …
“This doesn’t work for me.”
You probably remember the last time you said that.
You’ve tried many tips and tricks for marketing your handmade product but it seems like nothing is working.
Feelings of frustration and disappointment creep in.
How do other makers, artists and designers make it seem so easy?
How are they able to make a full time, stable income with their craft?
Aren’t these questions that everyone wants answers to?
Good news: I have the answer for you here today.
…Who loves Instagram?
Raise hand.
Instagram is the social media platform of choice for many makers, artists and designers running a small business.
It’s a great place to have meaningful, one on one relationships with your customers.
And most importantly, it’s proven to bring you sales.
I mean, that’s why you keep posting on Instagram, right?
You’re convinced it’s helpful for your business.
But you’re wanting to grow your following and reach more people.
How do you do that?
…Do you ever wonder how much money other handmade or creative business owners make?
This has always been a socially taboo subject, but I think we’re all a little bit curious, right?
Income reports have been trending in the blogging world in the last few years but few handmade businesses are doing it.
I created an income report for 2014, where I showed a revenue of $200,914 and with $107,157 profit. It was an amazing year.
What you can learn from my successes and …
Don’t chase success the hard way. Follow the same simple step-by-step system that I used to build multiple 6- and 7-figure online handmade businesses. Even if you hate selling, don’t have a large following, and aren’t techy.
How to get influencers, bloggers and celebrities to make your product go viral
How to create demand for your brand and products and turn customers into raving fans
How to automate your store, reach more customers and make sales while you sleep
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