When I shifted my focus to serving health and wellness practitioners instead of online entrepreneurs, I quickly realized that a one-size-fits-all marketing approach wouldn't cut it.
Both of these professionals often struggle with the feast-or-famine cycle, and many were drowning in the vast ocean of online marketing. But their struggles are different. When I started attending local events and would post on my social media, I noticed that I was getting support from my local connections that would help me gain momentum online.
I then pivoted my strategy to emphasize local visibility first. Instead of trying to conquer the entire internet, we start by dominating their local market.
We optimize their Google My Business listing, ensuring it's not just complete but compelling. Then, we create hyper-local content that speaks directly to their community's health concerns. This could be blog posts about managing seasonal allergies specific to their area or videos addressing common wellness myths in their locality.
We also leverage local partnerships and events. For example, a chiropractor could collaborate with a nearby yoga studio for a "backache prevention" workshop. I would suggest promoting this heavily through targeted local ads and community Facebook groups.
The results? Our clients start showing up prominently in local searches, their appointment books fill up with nearby patients, and they build a reputation as the go-to wellness expert in their area.
This local-first approach not only stabilizes their client flow but also creates a solid base for broader expansion. Many marketers push strategies aimed at "conquering the internet," setting business owners up for failure with unrealistic expectations. Instead, our approach focuses on achievable, sustainable growth. We build a strong local presence first, then expand strategically, ensuring our clients' success every step of the way.
As a bonus, this strategy aligns beautifully with the wellness philosophy of building strong, healthy communities from the ground up. It's marketing that not only works but feels right.