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Podcast Show Notes: How to Turn a $17 Offer Into a 6-Figure Funnel (Ch 20. Build Your Audience)

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Episode Summary:
Host Jonathan Milligan reveals the secrets behind building a 6-figure funnel using low-ticket offers and Facebook sales campaigns. Learn why patience, strategy, and the right mindset are essential for turning small sales into big profits—and how to avoid the most common mistakes that sabotage paid traffic campaigns.

Key Topics Covered:

• The story of Coca-Cola’s first ad and the timeless power of smart advertising.
• Why most people fail with Facebook ads: unrealistic expectations, impatience, and pulling campaigns too soon.
• The importance of treating ad spend as an investment and focusing on breaking even to build a customer base.

The Paid Traffic Sales Campaign Playbook:

1. Set Realistic Goals:
   Aim to break even at first, giving Facebook’s algorithm time to learn and optimize.
2. Master Retargeting:
   Install the Facebook pixel, create custom audiences, and follow up with interested prospects using targeted ads.
3. Embrace Low-Dollar Front-End Offers:
   Create a high-value, low-cost product ($7–$17) to attract new customers and build trust.
4. Get Savvy with Strategic Upsells:
   Offer relevant, value-adding upsells after the initial purchase to increase revenue.
5. Monitor and Optimize:
   Track key metrics, test different ad elements, and refine your campaigns for better results.

Action Step:
Write your first sales ad:

• Define your low-ticket offer and its benefits.
• Identify your target audience.
• Craft a catchy headline and list key features.
• Create urgency and a clear call to action.
• Write concise ad copy and plan visuals.
• Test different variations for best results.

Key Takeaways:

• Patience pays: focus on breaking even and building your customer base while the algorithm learns.
• Use retargeting, low-dollar offers, and upsells to acquire customers profitably.
• Consistent monitoring and optimization are essential for long-term success.

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Podcast Show Notes: Facebook Ads Don't Work… Unless You Do This (Ch 19. Build Your Audience)

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Episode Summary:
Host Jonathan Milligan dives into the “Paid Traffic Playbook” and reveals how to use Facebook lead campaigns to grow your email list—without falling into the common traps that waste money. Learn the mindset, strategy, and step-by-step process for turning paid ads into a long-term investment in your business growth.

Key Topics Covered:

• The story of Founder magazine’s explosive list growth and course launch using Facebook ads.
• Why most people fail with paid ads: lack of strategy, unrealistic expectations, and focusing on quick sales instead of building relationships.
• The importance of treating paid advertising as an investment in future revenue, not just an expense.

The Paid Traffic Playbook:

1. Set Your Budget:
   Decide how much you can invest in ads, thinking long-term rather than expecting instant results.
2. Define Your Target Cost Per Lead:
   Research industry benchmarks and set realistic goals for your campaign.
3. Craft Your Lead Magnet:
   Create a valuable, relevant free offer that addresses your audience’s pain points.
4. Design Your Landing Page:
   Keep it simple and focused on capturing email addresses with a clear call to action.
5. Set Up Your Facebook Ad Campaign:
   Use the conversions objective, start with your warm audience, and test your ad copy and images.
6. Monitor and Optimize:
   Track key metrics, A/B test different elements, and refine your campaign for better results.
7. Nurture Your Leads:
   Develop an email sequence to build relationships and introduce your paid offerings.

Action Step:
Write your first lead campaign ad:

• Define your free offer and ideal audience.
• Craft a punchy headline and compelling ad copy.
• Choose an eye-catching image.
• Set your daily budget and plan your landing page.

Key Takeaways:

• Approach Facebook lead campaigns as a long-term investment in building your list, not a quick sales tactic.
• Set a budget, create valuable lead magnets, and nurture your leads for maximum ROI.
• Consistent measurement and optimization are essential for success.

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Podcast Show Notes: Want More Subscribers Fast? Steal This Email Swap Formula (Ch 18. Build Your Audience)

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Episode Summary:
Host Jonathan Milligan reveals the “Guest Email Traffic Playbook”—a proven strategy for rapidly growing your email list by leveraging other people’s audiences. Learn how to ethically and effectively use email swaps and guest webinars to accelerate your subscriber growth, build credibility, and create win-win partnerships.

Key Topics Covered:

• The inspiring story of Joseph Nicoletti, who grew his list to 25,000 subscribers using partner traffic.
• Why partnerships are the “rocket fuel” for audience growth and instant credibility.
• The difference between slow solo growth and the fast track of leveraging partner audiences.

The Guest Email Traffic Playbook:

1. The Email Swap Strategy:
   • Develop an irresistible lead magnet (checklist, guide, template, etc.).
   • Write 1-3 “swipe” emails for partners to send to their list, making it easy for them to promote you.
   • Find partners with similar-sized lists and propose a mutual email promotion.
   • Build ongoing relationships for repeated swaps and future collaborations.
2. The Guest Teacher Strategy:
   • Create a compelling webinar or presentation that delivers real value.
   • Write promotional emails for partners to send to their audience.
   • Reach out to influencers in your niche and propose a guest teaching partnership.
   • Personalize your outreach and highlight the mutual benefits.
3. Execute and Optimize:
   • Track your results, gather feedback, and refine your approach.
   • Keep delivering value and building relationships for sustainable growth.

Action Step:
Kickstart your email swap strategy:

• Brainstorm 5-7 lead magnet ideas and choose the best one.
• Identify 5-10 potential swap partners in your niche.
• Draft a friendly, personalized outreach email proposing the swap.

Key Takeaways:

• Partner traffic strategies like email swaps and guest webinars can quickly grow your audience and email list.
• Success requires high-value lead magnets, easy-to-use promotional materials, and genuine, mutually beneficial relationships.
• Consistency and relationship-building are the keys to sustainable growth.

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For more resources and to get the “Your Message Matters” book series, visit platformgrowthbooks.com.