Your List Lasts Even if Social Media Disappears Tomorrow

In this episode of Creatives on Fire, we’re diving into one of the most powerful (yet often overlooked) tools in your business: your email list. If you’re building an online brand, trying to launch a product, or just want a stronger connection with your audience—this is for you. This week, I’m breaking down a few highlights from Chapter Three of my book Creatives on Fire: 71 Secrets to Making Money Online to help you get serious about email marketing. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode203 Why Email Is the Key to a Thriving Business If you’ve ever built a business on social media (like I did in the early days), you know how risky it is to rely entirely on a platform you don’t own. One day I woke up and had lost access to everything—my page, my people, and my peace of mind. Lesson learned: an email list is not optional. It’s essential. And building one doesn’t have to be complicated. The 3 Simple Steps to Get Started with Email Marketing These aren’t fancy tactics or high-tech automations. Just real, doable steps that can make a huge difference: Step 1: Create a Freebie That Solves a Tiny Problem You don’t need a 10-module course. You need something quick and valuable—think: A checklist A printable A one-page guide The key? Solve a specific and tiny problem that makes your audience say, “I need that!” Need ideas? Just ask ChatGPT or grab my free guide: 👉 7 Ways to Share Your Freebie and Grow Your List Step 2: Make It Impossible to Miss Put your freebie everywhere your audience is: Your blog Your Instagram bio Your Pinterest pins Your YouTube video descriptions Your podcast show notes (like this one!) The goal is to make signing up a no-brainer. Step 3: Set Up a Welcome Series (Even Just One Email) Don’t overthink this. A welcome series is just your way of saying: Here’s who I am Here’s why I care Here’s how I can help you If nothing else, send a single welcome email that thanks them and invites them to stick around. I've linked a few helpful resources below for welcome email examples. YouTube Alert: New Email Marketing Tutorials Playlist! Yes, I’m revamping the Creatives on Fire YouTube channel! 🎉 And there’s a new Email Marketing Tutorials playlist waiting for you. Subscribe here: 👉 YouTube Channel Link Follow along with video content, and watch for more podcast episodes rolling out in both audio and video formats. Start Building the Kind of Business That Lasts You’re not just trying to grow an audience. You’re building trust and connection that lasts longer than any algorithm. This is how you create freedom, flexibility, and income that feels like YOU. Want to dig deeper into these email strategies and more? Grab your copy of my new book: 📘 Creatives on Fire: 71 Secrets to Making Money Online You’ll also get access to some amazing free bonuses (like 37 video ideas and 100+ AI prompts)! Until next time, my friend—stay creative. You’ve got this. Links Mentioned in the Episode: 7 Ways to Share Your Freebie YouTube Channel – Creatives on Fire Order the Book & Get Bonuses FUEL Mastermind is HERE Free Guide: Start Your Blog Today You can GO HERE to subscribe and review (On mobile, scroll down past the episodes to "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap the stars, then scroll down to "Write a Review") 2025 Content Planner for Content Creators SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review (On mobile, scroll down past the episodes to "Ratings & Reviews" section, tap the stars, then scroll down to "Write a Review")