So like many of today’s extremely savvy entrepreneurs, you probably love to catch a really good feature film, every now again.Correct? Absolutely! Me too!
But do you also (occasionally) prefer, a well done, low budget independent film? Again me too.
And have you ever seriously stopped to consider, just “how” many incredibly parallel lessons and comparisons, there are to be made between successful on and offline marketing and the movie business? Huh?
Nod your head cadets, because it’s true.Case in point: take a closer look at the following three situations and see if you don’t agree, you can learn an awful lot about successful marketing in general and online marketing in particular, simply by studying the movie industry.
So Why In The World Should Extremely Savvy Entrepreneurs Treat Their Businesses Like An Extremely Popular TV Series And Not A Major Feature Film?
Okay, so do you happen to notice each time you attend your local movie theater or whenever you purchase a DVD, the very first thing these extremely savvy marketers do is. They make darn sure you and I are aware of the “coming attractions,” do they not?
Meaning: at the very beginning of the DVD you and I are exposed to 5-7 minute snippets of various movies that are about to be released very soon!
So in other words they make darn sure we’re totally aware of, “what’s” coming just ahead! Case in point. Whenever a guru is about to undertake a major “product launch,” what do they do?
Both they, and their army of affiliate, and JV (joint venture) and cross promotional partners, literally bombard our inboxes with pre launch videos, webinars and pre sales events!Do they not? Yep!
Effective Lead Generation Strategies And The Movie Business Are Closely Related!
Now (stop) and consider this, whenever Hollywood releases a big buck feature film, with one or two, (or more) major box office stars, and they go all out on the multi million dollar promotion! (Sound familiar?
After you and I and millions of others flood into the movie theaters. And eagerly text friends and family members, giving the movie (either) a giant thumbs up or down.What happens after this major event passes? Exactly.
On the other hand, think about one of your current,(or all time favorite) network TV dramas, and or weekly sitcoms etc.
Savvy Entrepreneurs Understand The Importance Of Building A Long Term Repeat Customer And Or Client Base!
Each week (each episode), sort of builds on what happened the week (or ) previous episode, does it not?
Case in point: As the various story lines (continuously) unfold, they sort of compel us to tune in for the very next episode, to see “how” things ultimately play out,right?
And now with the addition of social media, the world wide raving fans can and will take to social media to express their opinion(s.)
Or to vote on this or that! Or to participate and comment on the season finale or to bid farewell to the beloved series altogether etc.
Savvy Entrepreneurs Definitely Think Long Term!(Which Means You Should Too!)
Now think about your small business and or service.Whenever you have and or participate in any type “grand opening” event, that’s basically the equivalent of a gurus one time product launch, or a major motion pictures, one time promotional event, is it not?
And once the major promotional event is over.My friend, that’s “why” and when, you definitely need to convert from your major feature film event, promotional mentality, over to the weekly (ongoing) sitcom/drama marketing mentality!Huh?
Meaning: In order to get your best, (incredibly loyal) customers and or clients, to consistently return to your offline store/showroom, and or your online, (mobile responsive) WordPress website and or blog etc.
My friend, you definitely need some proven ways, to increase their engagement!Don’t you agree?
Treat Your Small Business Like A Real Business! (And Not Merely A Series Of Hyped Up Promotional Events!)
Case in point: let’s say you run a (single location) Mom & pop style printing business.
And you offer every customer that spends over $50, (or X) amount of dollars.They automatically get a two sided annually renewable discount card, which allows them to purchase two sided copies at (just two- five cents) over your actual cost, for the next year!
Or in the case of your Mom & Pop family style restaurant, you allow your best customers to purchase any two desserts for just $1.50 apiece, for an entire year!
(With your special laminated discount card of course!
Can you (now) see and appreciate, “how” these type of “battlefield tested” marketing strategies and tactics, mirror a popular weekly, ongoing sitcom and or drama? As opposed to a single one time, hyped up, major promotional product launch type of event? Say yes!
If so, my friend, that’s how and why, savvy entrepreneurs, definitely need to market their products & services, more like an ongoing TV series, as opposed to a (hyped up) one time promotional (major) feature film event!
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Hi Jeremiah.
Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by and share your thoughts
and insights.
It’s always great to receive an entirely different perspective.
And you’re spot on. Being a fellow blogger, you definitely
know the continuous effort which goes into constantly
providing your audience with, fresh, extremely helpful
content.
Don’t be a stranger going forward.
Mark,
I can see that you’ve been there and done that. You absolutely know what you’re talking about! Online businesses are marathons, NOT sprints!!! I’m all about building up a solid foundation and that takes time, as do all good things in this life.
Thanks again for sharing!
~ Jupiter Jim
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That is for sure Jupiter Jim!
But it’s so easy and down right seductive, to start thinking with
the “product launch” mentality of the major gurus!LOL!
Which we both know, is a huge mistake!Thanks so much for dropping by
and sharing your thoughts Coach! I definitely appreciate it!
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Hi Mark,
A neat analogy – a movie versus a TV series.
And you’re right of course. Businesses ought to look at their business as a tv series – a number of regular events building on the last.
I think we can borrow something from the restaurant game. The best restauranteurs treat their nightly session as a ‘show’ or a performance. Top restaurants are good at using theatrical touches to leave an indelible impression in the minds of patrons. My point is that even more mundane businesses can use the idea – create a series of memorable experiences for customers.
Sorry, Mark. Rambling now
Bye!
Kim
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Your restaurant analogy and insight is incredibly eye opening Kim!
Thanks for sharing it, because had you not, it would never occurred to me!LOL!
And we both know and realize, repeat customers, clients and or patients, is
definitely the name of the game!
Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts!I definitely appreciate it!
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Hi Mark,
What a great idea. Of course, as a writer, I’m thinking in terms of a continuing story. I can also see how it would be an awesome strategy for marketing.
Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely Monna!
Unfortunately, far too many newbie marketers, treat their online businesses,
like a major Hollywood feature film!
Or they fall prey, to the seductive “product launch” mentality!LOL!
When they need to adopt, the long term, weekly sitcom, repeat viewer mentality!
Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your thoughts!
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Thats a cool guide. Every small business has a potential if taken care properly over the period of time.
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Thanks Santanu!
I truly appreciate, you understand the subtle, yet extremely important
differences, in marketing approaches!
Thanks so much for taking the time, to stop by and share your thoughts!
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