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What digital marketing strategies work best for small businesses?

Enji recommends focusing on a few proven digital marketing strategies that fit your business size and goals. The most effective approaches for small businesses are content marketing (like helpful blog posts), strategic use of one or two social media platforms where your audience already spends time, email marketing with valuable lead magnets, and simple video content that builds trust. You don’t need to do everything—just the things that consistently connect with the right people.

Quick summary

The "Stop Trying to Be Everywhere" Strategy: Focus beats frantic every single time.

  • Content Marketing: Write helpful stuff that brings people to your website
  • Smart Social Media: Pick 1-2 platforms where your people actually are
  • Email List Building: Give away something good to collect email addresses
  • Video Content: Use your phone—Hollywood production not required

Longer Explanation

After helping thousands of small business owners build better marketing, Enji has seen one mistake more than any other: trying to do everything, everywhere, all the time. The businesses that thrive are the ones that simplify. Instead of spreading themselves thin, they focus on a few strategies they can actually keep up with.

Start with content marketing. Blog posts that answer real questions—like “how to prepare for your first visit” or “what to do before calling a pro”—can attract search traffic for months, not minutes. These posts help establish your expertise while working quietly in the background.

For social media, less is more. Pick one or two platforms where your audience already hangs out, and show up consistently. If you're a B2B coach, focus on LinkedIn. If you’re a wedding photographer, lean into Instagram and Pinterest. You don’t need to be everywhere—just in the right places.

Email marketing is still one of the most powerful (and affordable) ways to connect with your audience, but only if you give people a real reason to sign up. Instead of offering discounts, try lead magnets like a short guide, a checklist, or a free mini-course—something that genuinely helps.

And yes, video still matters. But it doesn’t have to be polished or high-production. A simple, helpful video recorded on your phone can build trust far more effectively than a pricey commercial. Your audience wants real, not perfect.

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