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Hi Reader,

I was waiting for my tea to brew and had a thought — when was the last time you took a good, hard look at your Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?

You know, that one thing that sets you apart from all the others?

It's like your secret sauce. And trust me, eeeeeveryone loves a good sauce.

Now, I'm a big fan of real, tangible examples.

Why? Because abstracts are, well, abstract. So, let's dive straight into it.

Think of your USP as your brand's promise.

In simple terms, it's that statement which screams, "Here's why you should choose me, and not the other guy."

If I was a photographer? My USP wouldn’t be, "I’m passionate about capturing your memories!"

Why? Because anyone with a camera can say that. Instead, "Capturing your special moments with a distinctive blend of photojournalistic and fine art style."

See the difference?

Or, imagine if I were a virtual assistant (which, let's be honest, I wouldn’t be in my zone lol). I wouldn’t just say, “I’m here to take tasks off your plate." No, no.

I'd say, "Providing comprehensive admin and project management support, so you can focus on what you do best."

What if I was a podcast manager? It wouldn't be about just "helping with podcast systems."

Nope! It'd be, "Ensuring your message reaches its audience, with end-to-end podcast production and marketing services."

But here's the thing – as we grow, learn, and evolve, so does our business. And that means our USP might need a little tweaking here and there.

Heck, I’ve tweaked mine a few times. It’s like updating your wardrobe; you gotta keep it fresh and relevant. And it's not just about being trendy; it’s about being true to who you are right now.

So, my friend, here's my two unsolicited cents: take a moment today to reflect on your USP.

Does it still resonate?

Is it still you?

And if you ever need a sounding board or a second pair of eyes, you know where to find me.

Feeling inspired to revamp or refine your brand strategy? Let's join forces and make magic together. ⚡️

Cheers to your success,

Ingrid

PS — Oh oh oh.... Black Friday roundups are looking so good... I'll get that done for ya! I'm already eyeing some amazing deals. Let this be your reminder: TELL your audience you will have (or not) specials... we all need to plan to make the best Q4 purchases!

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Money-making brand & website strategies

Ingrid Urena at Penguin Designing

Showit web design & branding for creatives and coaches. My specialty is creating strategic & user-centric websites for standout brand experiences that fuel brand loyalty and boost revenue. As your expert at building shops & memberships with Showit, I have plenty of tips to share for skyrocketing conversions in my weekly Moneymaking Memos!

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