Marketing Your EFT Business 101

Why It's Important to Specialize and Create a Niche

First, specializing in a particular area allows you to become an expert in that field. This can help you attract clients who are seeking help with specific issues or challenges. It can also help you command higher fees for your services. For example, if you specialize in changing careers, you can help clients tap on fear of losing income, feeling inadequate in a new position, or concern that the change will be taxing on their family.

Second, creating a niche allows you to differentiate yourself in a crowded market. There are many life coaches out there. By specializing in a particular area, you can stand out and be more memorable to potential clients. This can also make it easier for clients to understand the value you can offer and how you can help them achieve their goals.

Third, specializing in a niche can help you build a community of like-minded individuals. By focusing on a specific area, you can connect with other professionals or individuals who share your interests and expertise. This can be a great way to network, collaborate, and share resources.

Finally, specializing in a niche can help you stay motivated and engaged in your work. When you're passionate about a particular topic, it can be more rewarding and fulfilling to work with clients in that area. This can help you maintain your energy and enthusiasm as a coach, which can be essential for delivering high-quality services to your clients.

Overall, specializing and creating a niche can be a valuable strategy for life coaches looking to build a successful and fulfilling business. It can help you attract the right clients, differentiate yourself in a crowded market, build a community, and stay motivated in your work.

How You Can Effectively Market Your EFT Business

Networking: Attend events, join local professional organizations, and connect with other professionals in your niche to build your network and get referrals. In-person events allow you to have direct, face-to-face interaction with potential clients, partners, and other professionals in your field. This can help you build relationships and connections that may be more difficult to establish online. Have a brief, attention-grabbing summary of your business, aka elevator speech, ready to share with others. Pay attention to what others have to say, and be genuinely interested in their businesses and professional goals. Remember that networking is about building relationships, not just selling your products or services. After the event, make sure to send a quick email or LinkedIn message thanking the people you met for their time and reminding them of your conversation.

Credibility and authority: Speaking or presenting at a live event can help you establish yourself as an expert in your field and build credibility and authority.

Engaging with an audience: Live events allow you to engage with an audience in real-time, which can be more dynamic and interactive than other forms of marketing.

Online marketing: Create a website and use social media to promote your business and connect with potential clients.

Content marketing: Create helpful, informative content, such as blog posts or videos, that demonstrates your expertise and helps establish you as an authority in your field.

Email marketing: Collect email addresses from potential clients and send them newsletters or promotional materials to keep them informed about your business. Yes, email marketing can still be an effective way to reach and engage with potential clients. When done correctly, email marketing can have a high return on investment. According to the Direct Marketing Association, the average ROI for email marketing is $38 for every $1 spent.

Collaboration: Partner with other professionals or businesses to offer joint services or bundle your services with their products.

Public speaking: Share your expertise by speaking at events or conferences. This can help you reach a larger audience and establish yourself as a thought leader in your field. In-person events can be a more personal and memorable experience for attendees. They can help you stand out and make a lasting impression. Live events often provide plenty of opportunities to meet new people. Focus on connecting with people and offering value rather than constantly pitching your business.

Alina Frank is an Accredited Certified EFT Master Trainer of Trainers.