Do you ever feel like you’re bothering people, when you create/share content? A participant in one of my workshops wrote: “Consistency of communication is my goal. To hold myself more accountable to this and get over the problem I have with feeling that I am bothering people by sending them content via email or other means, even if they have signed up for my list!!"
You have an audience because they want to hear from you:
You are not bothering people when you send content that they expect from you, at a frequency they expect. If you haven’t been sharing content, then do your best to start being consistent at a sustainable rhythm for you, and your audience will become accustomed to that rhythm. They appreciate your content when you share with a positive intention:
Why aren’t you bothering your audience? Because they want content that’s relevant to them — that’s why they’re following you! It helps to remember that: 1. People are bored… even if they’re busy. At various times of day (and night), they are looking for something that might pick up their spirits, educate them, or entertain them… something that makes them feel, or makes them think. 2. People are hurting… and looking for a solution from someone like you. If they are following your content, it means they are actively trying to heal a current pain (which you can help them with) or are at least interested in learning from you. 3. People appreciate you… they seek your perspective and they like your presence. Otherwise, they wouldn’t still be following you! Before you create, first bring to your mind and heart someone specific from your ideal audience… one of your favorite clients, or a frequent commenter on your posts.
By creating content with your ideal audience in your mind and heart, and what you know about their situation, you are being of service. You genuinely wish to help them, connect with them, or delight them. When you’re of service, you’re a blessing, not a bother. It’s also good to be aware of some basic etiquette around sharing content… How often is too often?
Here is evidence that you are NOT bothering your audience:
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George Kao is a Marketing Coach for small business owners, especially solopreneurs such as Coaches and Mentors. He focuses on ethical & effective ways to grow one's platform and build true livelihood.
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