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The Secret to Packed Bars (Even with Bad Bathrooms) (December 20, 2024)
Accomplish More. Juggle Less.
Your business is growing, and so are your responsibilities. So what do you do?
You do more.
You see a chance to expand your reach and increase your impact.
You do more.
You take on more hours, juggle more deadlines, and wear more hats. You miss a ball game here and there. Come home late a few more nights. You spend a holiday or two in your inbox. And you tell yourself,
This season just requires more.
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Here’s what we will cover today:
Discover how to create an unforgettable customer experience
Find out the answer to yesterday's trivia about the world's largest employer
Get a reality check on SEO with 13 hard-hitting truths
Quote of the Day
“Paying attention to simple little things that most men neglect makes a few men rich.”
~Henry Ford
Today’s Tip
Back in college, long before smartphones or social media, I found myself one late night at a dive bar off campus. It wasn’t the kind of place you'd notice if you were walking by—dark, sticky floors, neon lights that flickered with age. But there was something magnetic about it.
The place was always packed, and I could never figure out why. It wasn’t the best drinks, or the fancy décor—heck, the bathrooms were almost legendary for how bad they were. But every night, there was a line out the door.
One night, I decided to stay and observe. It wasn’t the music, either. It was the bartenders—loud, friendly, and always making you feel like a regular, even if it was your first time. They didn’t wait for you to ask for a drink; they knew what you wanted. And before you knew it, you felt like part of their little world.
I realized then: It wasn’t about the space. It wasn’t even about the drinks. It was the experience. They made sure you had a reason to come back, and that feeling of connection kept customers coming night after night.
That’s the lesson for any business owner: the best marketing isn’t always about flashy ads or the latest trends. It’s about creating an experience that people can’t ignore. Word of mouth—fueled by real, authentic connections—drives customers. Make sure your business is more than just a product. Build a relationship, build loyalty, and your customers will bring others in without you even asking.
Today’s Resource
Want More Customers? (Do this now…)
If you want more customers, you need a better marketing plan.
A better marketing plan will focus your efforts on the activities that will actually work… so you generate more leads and customers and increase your sales and profits.
The problem is this -- creating a marketing plan from scratch could take you 100+ hours -- and you don’t have time for that!
And I’ve got good news today…
Using my proven marketing plan template, you can create an effective marketing plan in just 1 day!
Trivia
Today’s Question: He is the sixth richest man on the planet. His children were the producers of the movie “True Grit”. Steve Jobs was the official wedding photographer at his wedding. Who is he and what is the tech company he founded?
Previous Question: The 2012 BBC list of the world’s largest employers (which includes public, private, and government entities) is topped by what?
Previous Answer: United States Department of Defense.
The American DOD has 3.2 million employees, followed by the People’s Liberation Army of China (2.3 million) and Walmart (2.1 million).
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