These 3 things led to $15,000 in brand deals last month

These 3 things led to $15,000 in brand deals last month

Author: Julie Solomon August 7, 2024 Duration: 23:17
Today I'm breaking down how I managed to secure over $70,000 in brand deals this year, and $15,000 in a month by honing in on just three core strategies. Remarkably, I accomplished this by dedicating only about 3 hours a month to brand partnerships. I'll discuss the importance of creating "deal-worthy" content that focuses on potential brand partners, refining your elevator pitch to amplify your authority, and actively pitching to brands rather than waiting for them to come to you.    Plus, I'm introducing my brand deal blueprint and giving you a sneak peek into my signature program, Pitch It Perfect. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your current strategy, this episode is packed with practical insights and tips to help you land those lucrative brand deals.   Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!    KEY POINTS: 00:39 How I Landed $70,000 in Brand Deals 02:35 The Importance of Value-Driven Content 03:49 Creating Deal-Worthy Content 04:35 The Spotlight Method 07:49 The Elevator Pitch Formula 11:02 Stop Waiting for Brands to Come to You 13:14 Brand Deal Blueprint   QUOTABLES: "To be able to have a six figure revenue stream in brand deals every single year by only working on brand deals for maybe 40 hours for the entire year has been incredible." — Julie  "Even though I don't post every day and even though I don't spend all hours of the day pitching to a brand, and it's because of the spotlight method, it's because the time that I do spend on pitching is so specific, so value driven, so instantaneously, exactly for what the brand is looking for that I don't have to dilute." — Julie "Don't Wait: I have students with as little as 338 followers that land paid brand deals. And it's because the follower number doesn't matter." — Julie    RESOURCES: [LAND PAID BRAND DEALS] Want the step-by-step roadmap to grow your following, monetize your content, and land paid brand deals? Click here to join my brand new free class! This is perfect for you if you want to turn your social media into a profitable & fun career… even if you’re starting from scratch!   [GET THE BRAND DEAL BLUEPRINT] Unlock the step-by-step formula to attract lucrative brand partnerships effortlessly with the Brand Deal Blueprint, and get my exclusive Elevator Pitch Formula and the Spotlight Method as extra gifts! Never worry about follower count again—this blueprint ensures you know exactly what to say to land paid brand deals! Click here for lifetime access!   [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence.   Follow Julie on Instagram!   Must Haves This Month!  BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Influencer and get on your way to being your best self.   KAJABI: Kajabi is offering a free 30-day trial to start your business if you go to Kajabi.com/influencer.   PIN GENERATOR: Go to pingenerator.com/influencer and use the code INFLUENCER for 20% off Pin Generator plans this week!

For established entrepreneurs, coaches, and creators, there often comes a point where the work you deliver has evolved beyond the story you tell about it. Woman of Influence exists for that precise, pivotal moment. Hosted by brand strategist and best-selling author Julie Solomon, this weekly podcast is a deep, practical resource for aligning your public message with the private mastery you've cultivated. The conversation here moves beyond basic marketing tactics into the core of strategic personal branding-how you communicate your value, scale your influence with integrity, and build a business that truly reflects your current expertise. Since 2017, Julie has guided listeners through these nuanced challenges across more than 500 episodes, drawing from her own experience and that of other successful leaders. Each episode of this podcast feels like a focused coaching session, whether Julie is unpacking a specific framework or interviewing a guest about their real-world journey. You'll hear candid discussions on navigating visibility, pricing with confidence, refining a compelling offer, and leading from a place of authentic authority. It’s for those who are ready to close the gap between being excellent at their craft and being known for it, making Woman of Influence a trusted tool for meaningful business growth.
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