Every business has probably been there.
You’re showing up online. You’re posting regularly. You’ve got the catchy logo and punchline, the brand colors, maybe even a solid content calendar. And yet… no leads, no growth, no real momentum.
These signs show that you might have an issue with your marketing strategy. Is your marketing helping customers learn about you and how you can solve their problems? Or are you confusing them with mixed messages or bombarding them with too much talk about you?
The good news is, it’s fixable.
Let’s break down 3 of the most common reasons your marketing isn’t working, and how to turn things around and start seeing real growth.
1. You’re Making It All About You
You may have a great product or service to offer, but you don’t necessarily have to shout it from the rooftops. If your marketing is full of “we offer,” “we do,” “our packages,”, you’re turning away more customers than you realise. If you don’t speak directly to their pain points or desires, they won’t stick.
Start shifting the focus from you to your target customers. What do they need and what do they like? You’re the guide. They’re the protagonists. Your job is to help them. For every line you write, ask: “Why should they care?” If you can’t answer that, rewrite it.
2. You’re Giving Vague Messages
If you’re using phrases like “transform your business” or “unlock your potential,” your customers are probably tuning out. While those are positive and promising phrases, they can’t connect with something they don’t clearly understand. While you know everything about your business from A-Z, your potential customers haven’t.
Start ditching the jargon and using simpler, clearer terms. For example, swap “achieve your body goals” for a more result and benefit-oriented catchphrase like “easily hit 50 g of your protein goal daily”. Highlight real-life problems they recognize and make them see your business as the solution.
3. You’re Showing Up Too Rarely
Do you make an impression and stay, or are you forgettable? Maybe you post three times a week, then disappear for a month. Or, your messaging changes with the weather. Or, you only show up when sales dip.
Whichever one it is, the reality is people need to hear the same message multiple times before it becomes top of mind. It’s not about being repetitive, it’s about establishing a solid identity that is worth remembering. If you’re not consistent in both frequency and message, they’ll forget you. Create a habit of knowing when to show up, whether it’s in their inbox, social media feed, or other channels. Have a core message and build every communication from there instead of reinventing your voice with every new campaign.
Refine Your Marketing Strategy Today
A successful marketing strategy is one you refine over time, so it’s totally normal to not get it right the first time. Treat it like any other business essential: show up regularly, keep learning, and make small improvements every week.
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