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Is Tilt Publishing Right for Your Book? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Is Tilt Publishing Right for Your Book? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Tilt Publishing isn’t just about getting your book on the shelves—it’s about giving authors the control, reader data, and engagement they deserve. As the publisher of The Content Entrepreneur and Simple Social Media, I chose Tilt for the same reasons you might: meaningful connections, long-term growth, and turning a book into a true brand-building tool. Discover how Tilt’s unique approach can transform your book from launch day to lasting impact.

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StoryBrand for Content Marketing: Using Frameworks to Improve Blog Posts, Social Media Posts, and Email Campaigns

StoryBrand for Content Marketing: Using Frameworks to Improve Blog Posts, Social Media Posts, and Email Campaigns

Discover how the StoryBrand framework can transform your content marketing strategy from chaotic to cohesive. By applying StoryBrand across your emails, social media, and website, you’ll create messaging that resonates with your audience, increases engagement, and drives real results. Learn why this proven approach can make your marketing easier and more effective—and how Annie Schiffmann can guide you every step of the way.

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Can the PAGER zine make your marketing so *beep*ing good?

Can the PAGER zine make your marketing so *beep*ing good?

Our email inboxes and social media feeds are overloaded with marketing advice. It’s easy to tune it all out. But small adjustments to your content marketing strategy can make a big difference in your results. In this blog post, you’ll learn about Downstage Media’s PAGER zine and how you can get practical, tactical ideas sent straight to your door.

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How do I use MeetEdgar with the PAGER method for social media?

How do I use MeetEdgar with the PAGER method for social media?

Business owners hate how much time social media eats up in their day-to-day operations. Automating content - versus simply scheduling it - frees up hours every week. At Downstage Media, our favorite tool for scheduling and automating content is MeetEdgar. Let’s break down specifically how we use it with the PAGER method for our clients, so you can figure out if it’s the right tool for you.

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How can I build up to posting on social media 5 times a week?

How can I build up to posting on social media 5 times a week?

If you had a goal of going to the gym regularly, you wouldn’t start by going seven times a week. Or, if you did, you probably wouldn’t be able to keep that up for long. Posting on social media is the same way. In this blog post, you’ll learn a sustainable way to post 4-5 times a week. By gradually building up to this pace you’ll be able to keep up with both your social media marketing and everything else you have to do in your business.

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No Click Content and the PAGER Method

No Click Content and the PAGER Method

You’ve heard that social media posts with links in them don’t get in front of as many people. So what can you do? Read this blog post for step-by-step instructions on how to make no click content with the PAGER method so your reach doesn’t get throttled.

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What Do I Do With All These Books?

What Do I Do With All These Books?

Simple Social Media is available for pre-sale and you are thinking of getting a copy for yourself. Something weird is going on, though, on the website it says that you can buy them in bulk - in groups from ten to two hundred. Now why in the world would you need that many copies of one book? Here you’ll learn why multiple copies will benefit you and your business.

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Why Simple Social Media Won't Be Available on Amazon - At First

Why Simple Social Media Won't Be Available on Amazon - At First

Get the scoop on why the book Simple Social Media won’t be available on Amazon at first, what to expect when it does become available, and why that is good for you! Learn how SMBs will benefit from this new marketing resource!

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Optimize October: 7 Ways to Freshen Up Your Social Media Accounts

Optimize October: 7 Ways to Freshen Up Your Social Media Accounts

October is a great time to give your social media presence a fresh boost and optimize your content for maximum results. A refresh may be just what’s needed to boost your visibility and stand out amongst the crowd. With these updates, you can effectively showcase your brand's story, captivate visitors, and grow your business. In this blog post, we'll explore seven key areas to focus on for “Optimize October.”

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Stress-Free Social with the Simplify Your Social Media Webinar
PAGER Method, Social Media Strategy Annie Schiffmann PAGER Method, Social Media Strategy Annie Schiffmann

Stress-Free Social with the Simplify Your Social Media Webinar

So many people are paralyzed by what they should put on social media that they don’t put anything at all. “I hate social media” they tell me after I give keynotes. Here you’ll find out how by employing the concepts covered in the Simplify Your Social Webinar you can have a social media presence without the social media pressure.

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Using AI to Save Time Creating Content

Using AI to Save Time Creating Content

AI is revolutionizing how we tackle our daily tasks, like creating posts for social media and emails. This blog post will teach you to leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence so that you can spend less time worrying about hitting publish - freeing up more space in your day to focus doing work that energizes and inspires you!

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Distributing Blogs, Podcasts, and Videos on Social Media With the PAGER Method
Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann

Distributing Blogs, Podcasts, and Videos on Social Media With the PAGER Method

When you’re putting out a big piece of content each week: a podcast episode, blog post, or YouTube video, you can feel pretty distressed having to distribute it on social media. But if you don’t, no one will know about this content you work so hard to create! How do you make the most of your long form pieces? Learn how to distribute them with the PAGER Method so you always have your freshest content in your content mix.

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Promoting Events, Sales, and More on Social Media
Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann

Promoting Events, Sales, and More on Social Media

So many people are torn when it comes to social media. They want it to drive their business goals, but they don't want to seem spammy. If they go too far in one direction, they're investing a lot of time without a great return. If they go too far in the other, their audience (and the algorithms) will get turned off. Here you'll learn how to promote your company on social media without turning your feed into an annoying billboard.

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Using StoryBrand for Social Media
StoryBrand, Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann StoryBrand, Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann

Using StoryBrand for Social Media

It’s not always clear how you can use StoryBrand on your social media. Much of the StoryBrand Framework is based around using marketing to increase sales - but social media is different than a website. And no one wants to turn their social media channels into a spammy billboard. Here you’ll learn a StoryBrand-inspired formula for writing copy on your social media posts, as well as different ways to use existing assets in your marketing - lead generators, BrandScripts, and more - in a way that works on social media.

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4 Social Media Marketing Problems with 1 Solution

4 Social Media Marketing Problems with 1 Solution

Social media marketing is constantly putting obstacles in front of brands. It is hard to navigate. but it’s vital for your brand to have a presence on at least a couple of platforms. The PAGER method solves four main issues that brands face with social media marketing so that you can get help your bottom line while at the same time build a community of fans.

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What is a Content Stockpile for Social Media? And Why Do I Need It?

What is a Content Stockpile for Social Media? And Why Do I Need It?

Here’s what few people talk about when it comes to social media content: organizing posts after they’ve published. Think about it, if you’re making two to five posts each week on about three different social media platforms, that can add up to 750 different files in a year (Check my math on that). If you don’t have a handle on them, they will get out of control quickly. In this blog post, you’ll discover a way to not only store your social media content, but will collect your thoughts, and backup the social media content that you’ve already scheduled.

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What Does it Mean to “Variate” Content
Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann

What Does it Mean to “Variate” Content

Putting out social media content is a grind. You know how important consistently is - both to your audience and to the almighty algorithms. The trouble is, keeping up with that content can be a time suck. Here’s the thing: it doesn’t have to be so hard. By making different versions of your content you can save yourself hours every week. In this blog post, I’ll define “variate” and give you some examples of how that can work in your social media marketing strategy - especially if you are using the PAGER Model.

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What Does the Simplify Your Social Group Look Like?
Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann Social Media Strategy, PAGER Method Annie Schiffmann

What Does the Simplify Your Social Group Look Like?

If you’ve heard about the Simplify Your Social Media Group and the 5 Day Intensive you may be wondering what’s in store. Here I’ll break down what the process looks, what your commitment will be, and how to get the most out of the experience so you can create great content in batches that you can put on autopilot.

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