Optimized Online Marketing Podcast

Stacy Barnes
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Maximize sales and increase conversions by optimizing the customer experience. Learn more at https://optimizedonlinemarketing.com

  1. [OOM 204] Building My Event Marketing Funnel (From Scratch)

    MAR 24

    [OOM 204] Building My Event Marketing Funnel (From Scratch)

    In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at my brand new event marketing website and the strategy behind it. Instead of just teaching theory, I’m walking you through what I’ve actually been building, how I structured my funnel, and the decisions I made along the way. Main Takeaways: How I structured my website for conversions, not just contentWhy I’m focusing on evergreen content instead of constant postingThe full funnel: guides → lead magnet → workshop → main offerHow I’m using the Event Profit Calculator to generate leadsMy strategy behind the Profitable Event Framework workshopWhy I built my offer first and worked backwardsHow I’m using real testimonials and past events to build authority If you’ve ever felt like you need to build everything in the “right order,” this episode will show you a different way to approach it. This is what it actually looks like to build an offer and funnel in real time.

    23 min
  2. [OOM 203] Don't Skip the Small Stuff

    MAR 3

    [OOM 203] Don't Skip the Small Stuff

    If you’ve ever been tempted to skip the “boring” foundational steps and jump straight into building your offer, this episode is your loving reality check and your roadmap forward Keep listening because you’ll learn: Why your ideal client avatar isn’t fluff, it’s strategy How to go beyond cute backstories and actually uncover the pain points that should shape your curriculum and your messaging.How to use AI without letting it hijack your expertise When ChatGPT is brilliant for organizing ideas and when you absolutely need to step in and build the framework yourself.How to design your offer outline with your sales page in mind Why your curriculum should mirror what you’re promising and how to structure modules so they convert, not overwhelm.A behind-the-scenes look at the Live Event Marketing Accelerator framework The four-part structure covering validation, profit planning, marketing strategy, and implementation, plus how to package bonuses strategically to increase perceived value.More episodes http://optimizedonlinemarketing.com Get started on created your first online offer for free! First Offer Fast Track - https://firstofferfasttrack.com

    24 min
  3. [OOM 202] Does Anyone Actually Want This? My Validation Process

    FEB 24

    [OOM 202] Does Anyone Actually Want This? My Validation Process

    Before you build your next offer, here’s how to know if anyone actually wants it. What you’ll learn in this episode: How I validate an offer idea before fully building or launching itWhy YouTube search volume is my first demand checkpointHow competition and existing tools signal market opportunityWhat to look for in comments and engagement to confirm interestFor more episodes, visit https://optimizedonlinemarketing.com

    8 min
  4. [OOM 201] One Year Anniversary of the Podcast! (Updated Audio File)

    FEB 19

    [OOM 201] One Year Anniversary of the Podcast! (Updated Audio File)

    EDIT: This is an updated audio file. Previously some of my words were clipped in the wrong areas. This one should be easier to listen to. ---- What if your next online offer isn’t something brand new… but something you’ve been quietly doing all along? In this 1-year anniversary episode, I’m launching Season 2 of the podcast and sharing a behind-the-scenes experiment: building a brand-new offer in real time. I’ll walk you through the validation process, why I scrapped a previous idea, and why I’m shifting into event marketing for online coaches and course creators who want to sell out their in-person events. Why I’m pivoting into event marketing after one year of podcasting and what triggered the shiftHow I approach validating a new offer before fully building or launching itThe connection between online marketing strategy and selling out in-person eventsHow to recognize when an offer aligns with your energy, skills, and long-term business goalsFor more episodes, checkout https://optimizedonlinemarketing.com

    15 min
  5. [OOM 030] How to gain credibility as a NEW marketer

    FEB 13

    [OOM 030] How to gain credibility as a NEW marketer

    You don’t need thousands of followers to make money. All you really need is something people actually want, the right positioning, and relatability. In This Episode: How to build trust fast, even if you’re brand new and don’t have reviews, testimonials, or social proof yet.How to test your systems with a low-ticket offer before jumping into selling higher-priced programs.Why selling what people want right now changes everything, and how to identify real demand.How to find the pricing sweet spot that aligns with market demand, without underpricing or overpricing your offer.How to use the exact words your audience is searching for so your offer actually shows up and connects. If you’re a new marketer wondering whether you can really start selling without a huge following, this episode will show you that you absolutely can. For more episodes, visit https://optimizedonlinemarketing.com

    17 min
  6. [OOM 029] Online Courses Aren’t Dead (How to adapt in a dying marketplace)

    FEB 3

    [OOM 029] Online Courses Aren’t Dead (How to adapt in a dying marketplace)

    Everyone keeps saying online courses and memberships are "dead", but what if they’ve just evolved? What you’ll learn in this episode: Why "dying" models like malls and retail are really just businesses adapting, and how that applies to your online offers How to spot when your course or membership no longer fits what your audience wants right now Examples of businesses winning by focusing on experience, trends, and community Easy ways to ask for feedback that lead to better offers without inviting negativity What to watch (emails, posts, downloads, and similar accounts) to catch audience shifts earlyFor more episodes, visit https://optimizedonlinemarketing.com

    13 min
  7. [OOM 028] Why Your Product Isn't Selling

    FEB 3

    [OOM 028] Why Your Product Isn't Selling

    If your product isn’t selling, the problem might not be your product at all. In this episode, I break down why three similar K-pop groups had completely different tour results , and what that teaches us about marketing, launches, and audience expectations. We cover: - Why someone with a "similar" offer can outsell you - The difference between audience size and warm audience - How BTS uses long-term content systems to maintain demand - How 1Verse sold out with a much smaller following - The danger zone of being a "mid-level" brand - Why emotional anticipation matters before any launch - How mismatched expectations lead to disappointing results Simple takeaway: The person who understands and connects with their audience best will win, even with a smaller platform. For more episodes, visit https://optimizedonlinemarketing.com

    23 min
  8. [027 OOM] Email Marketing for Beginners with Liz Wilcox

    FEB 3

    [027 OOM] Email Marketing for Beginners with Liz Wilcox

    If email marketing feels awkward, forced, or like you never know what to say, this episode will change how you think about it. In this conversation, I’m joined by email marketing expert Liz Wilcox to talk about what actually works with email, especially if you have a newer online offer and don’t want your emails to sound stiff, salesy, or robotic. We break down email marketing in a very human, practical way and focus on connection over complicated strategies. In this episode, we talk about: - Where to actually start with email marketing (hint: it's not selling) - Why a strong welcome sequence matters more than people realize - What "nurturing" your list really looks like in real life - How to inject personality into your emails without forcing it - Writing emails that sound like you, even if you don’t think you’re "funny" - What’s still working with weekly newsletters right now - Why human-to-human emails outperform formulas and templates If you’ve been overthinking email marketing or avoiding it altogether, this episode will help you simplify things and feel more confident hitting send. For more episodes, visit https://optimizedonlinemarketing.com Find Liz at https://lizwilcox.com

    43 min
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