Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

Gwen Montoya

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Build Your Marketing Muscles is your bite-sized guide through the world of marketing strategy, tools, and resources for small businesses. Think of it as a workout for your business, not a chore! Marketing doesn't have to be intimidating, and we'll strengthen your skills together! We'll cover big-picture marketing strategy, SEO (search engine optimization), email marketing, social media (including Instagram, TikTok, and more), lead generation, analytics, your website, and so much more! And we’ll do it all with the goal of making marketing understandable and accessible for small business owners like you!

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Being Real on Social Media

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

10/18/20 • 13 min

In this episode I talk about comparison gremlins and social media content ideas that let your audience connect with you.
Ready to grow your business? Join my membership group.

Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.
Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.
More ways to connect:
Website: www.gwenmontoya.com
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdx
YouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoya
Instagram: www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx

20+ Ways to Grow Your Business Without Social Media

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

09/19/20 • 30 min

If you're feeling overwhelmed with social media, tired of algorithms, and wondering if it is possible to still grow your business without social media, this is the episode you're looking for!
In this episode I talk about MOB networking - see upcoming meetups here.
I also talk about MOBCON (happening September 27th & 28th). Learn more about MOBCON here and use THIS LINK to get $10 off your ticket. Tickets are $149 for general admission and $99 for MOBAlliance members. This conference has over 20 breakout session speakers, networking, a Marco Polo channel for connecting with speakers and other attendees before and after the event - so if you're looking to grow your business - this conference is a great investment.
The companion Pinterest board for this episode can be found here.

And, finally, a shoutout to Emily Jones of Free Spirit Coaching for the inspiration to create this episode. Emily is a trauma-informed life coach and you can learn more about her here.
Have questions or a topic you'd like to me talk about on the podcast? Email me! [email protected]
Join my membership group here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membership
Sign up for my email list here.

What We Learn from Failure

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

08/29/20 • 9 min

In this episode I explore why I think failure can be a powerful learning experience.
I also share my own favorite failure (the one I did three years in a row!)
Ready to grow your business? Join my membership group.

What to Do Now (COVID & Business)

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

04/21/20 • 14 min

COVID made is 10x (at least) as hard to run a business that normal, but that doesn't mean there's nothing you can do.
Whether your business is slowed down, stopped, or undergoing a big pivot, I'm sharing tips and ideas to help!
Ready for ongoing marketing support? Join my membership group - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/membership.html

#11 - Take the Compliment

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

06/05/19 • 9 min

Ok, maybe don't say "I'm awesome", but you probably need to learn how to accept the compliments you receive!
More resources -
85 Ways to Say Thank You

Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!

#10 - Seven Time Saving Marketing Ideas

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

05/31/19 • 14 min

Who doesn't need more time in their day?
Use the tips in this episode to reclaim time to do something you love!
Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!

# 9 - Choosing the Best Social Media Platform for Your Business

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

05/24/19 • 29 min

I don't want you to be everywhere because you really, really don't need to be!
Before you sign up for every platform (and what ever shiny new one comes along next), let's talk about these questions:

1) What are your goals?

2) Where are your people?

3) Can you create the content they want to see?

4) Where do you want to be?

5) How do you continue the relationship?

Planners and tools mentioned:

www.planoly.com
www.tailwind.com
www.smarterqueue.com

Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!

#8 - Addressing Self Sabotage

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

05/15/19 • 15 min

Self sabotage makes you doubt your decisions, puts barriers in your way, and generally ruins a perfect good day.
BUT - if you know what to look for you can win!
Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!

Wearing All the Hats

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

06/03/22 • 12 min

Download your own copy of the flowchart here - https://www.subscribepage.com/flowchart
If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party!

Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membership
If you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat!
Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.com
Join my email list to be notified of new podcast episodes and get other bonuses!

5 Signs Your Marketing Needs a Refresh

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)

11/16/24 • 8 min

In this episode, we'll talk about the value of refreshing your marketing strategy to ensure your business stays resilient and ahead of challenges.
Whether you're aiming for exponential growth or a solid foundation, this episode will inspire you to take a closer look at your marketing.

What You’ll Learn:

Declining Leads or Sales: How to spot early signs that your marketing isn’t as effective as it used to be and why curiosity is the best response.

Adapting to Algorithm Changes: The impact of shifts in social media and search engine algorithms and how staying proactive can protect your business.

Business Changes: Why a shift in your goals, audience, or products might require a marketing refresh to align with your new direction.

Avoiding Marketing Ruts: The risks of sticking to the same strategies for too long and how to identify missed opportunities.

Diversifying Your Marketing: Why relying on a single source for leads leaves you vulnerable and the importance of exploring multiple channels.

Key Takeaways:

Regularly review your marketing strategy to ensure it supports your current goals and circumstances.

Diversify your lead sources to reduce risk and increase resilience.

Stay aware of industry trends and shifts, but don’t let them overwhelm you.

Marketing is not a one-and-done task; it’s a dynamic process that evolves with your business.

Refreshing your marketing doesn’t have to be stressful—it’s an opportunity to grow and strengthen your business.

Call to Action: Have questions or want to share how you’ve refreshed your marketing? Email me at [email protected].
Ready for a marketing refresh of your own? Let's work together!
If you're looking for gentle, ongoing marketing support, check out the Adventures in Marketing membership!

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How many episodes does Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing) have?

Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing) currently has 72 episodes available.

What topics does Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing) cover?

The podcast is about Seo, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Coaching, Social Media Marketing, Podcasts, Small Business, Business and Marketing Strategy.

What is the most popular episode on Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)?

The episode title '20+ Ways to Grow Your Business Without Social Media' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)?

The average episode length on Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing) is 14 minutes.

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Episodes of Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing) are typically released every 17 days, 1 hour.

When was the first episode of Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)?

The first episode of Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing) was released on Feb 17, 2019.

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