Website Automation Experts

In this episode Brad Smith owner of AutomationLinks.com talks about a new automation form tool we're using in our websites called JotForm. JotForm will integrate with anything using Zapier and increases website conversions. Key Takeaway: Make it easy for clients to sign-up on your website! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

In this blog, video and podcast Brad Smith shares his survey results from over 3,000 business owners about client communication. Are you focused on how YOU want to communicate with your clients or are you allowing them to communicate the way they want to? https://automationlinks.com/client-communication-survey-results-3000-business-owners/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Marketing Results - In this blog, podcast, and video Brad Smith shares his tips on marketing and why hiring someone to do your marketing for you isn't always the best idea for your business. In our Automation Framework, we explain that we switch the word marketing for relationships. We believe building strong relationships with clients online is the only way to succeed. Think of the presidential election every four years. There's a very simple process that happens to help you determine who you will vote for; 1. The elected official is represented from a trusted party (democrat or republican) 2. The potential president builds a relationship with you (social media, commercials, radio, and newspapers) 3. After and only after at least a year of marketing to you, they will ask for your vote. Please leave your comment or question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/blaming-others-for-your-marketing-results/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

"Only your mom watches your videos" Video Views - In this blog, video, and podcast Brad Smith shares his insights on why your videos don't get a lot of views likes or even comments. Brad shares daily videos on his YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram channels. Since AutomationLinks is a fairly new business we don't get a lot of engagement on our videos yet, but we get a lot of new customers from them. It's easy to get frustrated with your content when you aren't seeing good results on social media, ever share a piece of content and get 1 like... from your mom? The deal is, there are people watching, listening and interested in what you're doing but they don't show interest. It's hard on the business owner because social media doesn't tell us how many people are actually watching you. Please leave a comment, ask your question or share on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/i-dont-get-video-views-on-social-media/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Know The Secret To Great Timing: Have you ever heard that phrase, "strike while the iron is hot"? It pertains especially to the art of asking for reviews. Do not be afraid to ask your customers to give you a review, especially if you know that they had a great experience while working with your company. Most customers will happily write glowing reviews about vendors and companies that they've grown to trust. The key is to get them right in that sweet spot after they've had and enjoyed your service. This is where timing comes in. Don't give your valued clients the chance to forget how awesome your service was. If they’re shopping in-store, ask them to leave a review before they leave. If this was an online sale, or a service they just enlisted, give them some time before sending them an email to remind to review your business. Please comment, share or ask your question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/a-guide-to-getting-better-online-reviews/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.f

Sales Process - You’re probably working hard. The fact that you’re taking the time to read and learn about improving your sales management skills is proof of that. Nevertheless, the question remains: 1. Relationships First 2. Engagement + Follow-up 3. Interruptions 4. Find The Customers Problem 5. Personalize Everything 6. Use Software 7. Track Analytics 8. Never Stop Please share, leave a comment or ask your questions below: https://www.automationlinks.com/setup-an-effective-sales-process/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Embed SamCart Payment Pages - in this blog, podcast, and video Brad Smith shares his tips on how to embed your Samcart payment page into your website using a simple line of HTML code. Get the code, leave a comment or share on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/embed-samcart-payment-pages-in-your-website/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Text Message - In this blog, podcast, and video Brad Smith shares his tips about why the majority of people will answer their text message rather than answering a phone call. Q&A of the day: "Why do people answer their text message but not their phone?" 1. Phone calls are a bigger time commitment. 2. It is not always appropriate to take a call. 3. Phone calls require the uninterrupted use of my hand. 4. Phone calls require my full attention. 5. Phone calls can be intimidating. 6. Phone calls are annoying.  Please share, comment or leave your question on the link below. https://www.automationlinks.com/why-do-people-answer-their-text-message-but-not-their-phone/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Improve Search Rankings - In this era of online marketing, companies are required to set their websites such that potential customers can easily find them. 1. Website Security 2. Backlink Profile Factors 3. User Experience 4. Page Speed 5. Length of the Content 6. Website Visits 7. User Behavior Signals 8. Optimized Content 9. Link Popularity Site 10. Social Media Shares Please share, leave a comment or post your question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/top-10-factors-to-improve-search-rankings/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Q&A question of the week: "How can I answer questions or problems in my marketing?" Questions In Marketing - In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his top tips on how to use common questions in your marketing strategy. When running my health and fitness business I would note common questions my clients would ask during the week. At the end of the week I'd create a blog post answering one question. 1. Keep Notes 2. Use Polls 3. Ask Your Clients Questions 4. Search Google 5. Look Through Past E-mails 6. Find New Questions On Quora Remember to always focus on your clients wants and needs. If you can understand their pain points and have common questions answered they’ll trust you with their business. Once they join your list or show interested in your business make sure to use automation to continue your relationship. Please share, leave a comment or ask your question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/how-can-i-answer-questions-in-my-marketing/ --- Support this podcast: ht

Q&A of the day: "What's the best texting SMS marketing software?" Hari In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his top text message software tips to help you grow your business. Texting is one of the best ways to not only communicate with your customers but to also continue building a strong relationship with them. 1. AutomationLinks 2. Personalized Text 3. Text Opt-in 4. Upload Your List 5. Send Text Blast 6. Automated Reminders We believe building a relationship online is one of the most important steps people miss online. By using text messaging for customer support, follow-up reminders and even promotion blasts you'll see an increase in not only relationships but also in revenue. Please share, comment or ask your question on the post below: https://www.automationlinks.com/whats-the-best-text-message-software-for-my-business/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Q&A of the day: “Is text messaging right for my business?” Christine Business texting - In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his tips on why texting is usually a great marketing tactic for businesses. Not only will you be able to build better relationships with your customers but you'll also be able to provide amazing customer support. 1. The Customer Will See It 2. SMS Has 90% Open Rate 3. Build A Better Relationship 4. Grow Your List 5. Send Promotions 6. Send Automated Replies If you have a business consider using text message marketing to build stronger relationships, build customer loyalty and to continue following up with any potential leads. Do your best to keep it personable and even consider using it for your customer service. Please share, comment or leave your question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/is-texting-right-for-my-business/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Q&A of the day: “What should everybody know about text marketing?” James In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his top tips on how beneficial text message marketing is to business owners. I was able to build a fitness and nutrition business using text message marketing and building relationships with my website visitors. 1. Simple Opt-in 2. Answer Quick Questions 3. Send Reminders 4. Follow-up 5. Send value 6. Call Please share, comment or leave your question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/what-should-everyone-know-about-text-message-marketing/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Q&A of the day: "If you were to promote something on your website via a popup or a slider what would that be, what copy would you use to make it convert better?"- Tom 1. Sliders 2. Popups 3. Copy 4. Amazing Offer 5. Mobile 6. Confirm The E-mail The Website Popup/Slider Insights: Anyone can put a popup or slider on their website, not everyone can be successful doing this. Remember this is a strategy people have been using for years and a lot of customers are sick of it. Another thing people don't realize is how bad it could make someones mobile experience when visiting your website. Please share, comment or leave your question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/how-to-promote-something-on-your-website-with-a-popup-or-slider/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Please remember to build your website with a strong base so you don't have to go back and start over. Also remember it's relationships that gain new customers, not the look of your website. Nobody wants to hire a website full of stock photo's and fake videos. 1. Hosting 2. Wordpress 3. Themes 4. Branding 5. Personalization 6. SEO In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his insights on how to create a personal website. There’s many dedicated, simple solutions that have been designed to make you look good on the web and reach your personal goals. Make sure to always build on a strong foundation so you can continue growing. Q&A of the day: "How do I create a personal website? Are they typically hand-coded from scratch or do they use some sort of site-building software?" Kristina https://www.automationlinks.com/how-do-i-create-a-personal-website/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his insights on how to setup a popup on your website. Pop-ups can be very effective for your marketing strategy on your website. Use them the right way and you’ll see a huge increase in conversions. 1. Relationships 2. Make It Simple 3. Video or Audio 4. Integrate Software 5. Thank You Message 6. Follow-up Please comment, share or leave your question on the link below: https://www.automationlinks.com/how-to-setup-a-popup-on-your-website/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

This show is sponsored by https://www.instagramwebsite.com/ Marketing Health Business - In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith owner of AutomationLinks shares his top tips on how to market your health business online. There's so many options, guru's and promises to health businesses when it comes to marketing online. Here are some facts and tips to help you weed through the noise. Todays Question - "How Do I Do Marketing For An Online Health Business?" - Diana  1. Do You Have A Plan?  2. News Jacking  3. Humanize Your Company  4. Video marketing  5. Answer Common Questions  6. Show Testimonials  Please share, leave a comment or ask your question in the link below:  https://www.automationlinks.com/marketing-for-an-online-health-business/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Index Website – In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his insights on how long it takes to get your website indexed on Google. The average time you have to wait is between 4-30 days for Google to index a page on your website. If you submit your link you’re likely to get that page indexed sooner. 1. Create A Sitemap 2. Find Out If Your Site Is Indexed Already 3. Install and set up Google Analytics & Search Console 4. Use internal links on your website 5. Index your site with other search engines 6. Share your website link everywhere Please share, leave a comment or ask your question in the link below. https://www.automationlinks.com/how-long-does-it-take-google-to-index-my-website/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

Improve Website - In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his tips on how you can improve your website right away. It takes months if not years to grow your website traffic. But there are some helpful ways you can get traffic right away. 1. Sharing Your Blogs 2. Posting Videos 3. Social Media Profiles Link To Website 4. Testimonials 5. Tell Friends And Family 6. Have Your Customers Go To Your Site Please leave a comment, share or ask your question below: https://www.automationlinks.com/how-can-i-improve-my-new-website/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support

In this blog, podcast and video Brad Smith shares his tips on how to notify website customers. We use text messaging, e-mailing, live chat, Facebook messenger and more to reach out to our potential and current clients. 1. Text Messaging 2. Live Chat 3. Facebook Messenger 4. E-mails 5. Desktop Notification 6. App Messages Make sure to ask your question for our next post in the comments below so we can feature you in our next blog! https://www.automationlinks.com/how-to-send-notifications-to-your-customers/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/automationlinks/support