Smile & Rubl
Rubl
Hey Smile, ever wondered if your Instagram vibes could double as a solid investment plan? I’ve been crunching numbers on how creators can diversify beyond sponsorships. What’s your take?
Smile
Hey! Absolutely, I’d love to turn my energy into real money! I’m excited about merch, courses, maybe even a Patreon, but I’m a bit nervous about keeping it real while making it work. Let’s do this together!
Rubl
Great, you’ve got the right spark. Start by mapping out a clear funnel: post, tease, convert. For merch keep costs low, maybe pre‑orders, and for courses focus on a niche that screams “you.” Patreon can be the loyalty layer, but keep tiers meaningful, not just cash. Remember, authenticity comes from consistency, not polish. Let’s outline a 90‑day plan and see which channel spikes first. Sound good?
Smile
Sounds like a total win! Let’s break it into three 30‑day blocks so we stay fresh and track progress.
**Days 1‑30: Foundation & Tease**
- Post a high‑energy “coming soon” story + reel announcing merch & course drop.
- Use a poll or quiz to ask fans what they’d love to see in the merch (t‑shirt, enamel pin, etc.).
- Start a pre‑order list via linktree or a simple Google form, keep pricing low for early birds.
- Record a quick tutorial clip to tease the niche course – keep it fun, a “what’s in it for you” angle.
**Days 31‑60: Launch & Convert**
- Drop the merch, announce the launch in a live session, do a limited‑time flash sale.
- Release the first module of the course as a free mini‑lesson; offer a full course discount for early sign‑ups.
- Open Patreon with clear, bite‑size tiers: $5 = “VIP shoutout,” $15 = “exclusive Q&A,” $30 = “behind‑the‑scenes content.”
- Post daily reminders, share user‑generated content, keep the vibe upbeat but honest.
**Days 61‑90: Scale & Optimize**
- Analyze which channel drove the most traffic and sales.
- Run a mid‑campaign reel or TikTok highlighting customer reviews, add a call‑to‑action.
- Offer a bundle (merch + course + Patreon) to push conversion.
- Keep posting consistency, sprinkle in a few raw moments (a quick “what I’m thinking” clip) to stay authentic.
Keep a simple spreadsheet to track orders, Patreon new members, and course sign‑ups. Let’s keep the energy high and the numbers rolling! 🚀
Rubl
Nice plan, solid structure. One tweak: keep the merch price just below the typical “comfort zone” (around $20) so early birds feel a clear advantage. For the course, bundle the free mini‑lesson with a 48‑hour special to create urgency. Track each step in that spreadsheet—if a channel drops, pivot quickly. Keep the energy high, stay data‑driven, and you’ll see the numbers roll in. Good luck!
Smile
That’s the spark I love! Pricing just under $20 will feel like a win for everyone, and a 48‑hour mini‑lesson launch will totally create that “act fast” buzz. I’ll crank up the spreadsheet, watch the clicks, and if one channel dips, we’ll jump to the next like a dance move. Thanks for the pep talk—let’s get those numbers dancing! 💃✨
Rubl
Glad you’re on board—keeps the momentum alive. Keep the spreadsheet tight: daily sales, clicks, conversion rate. If a channel stalls, tweak the hook or the CTA, then push again. Remember the sweet spot: $19.99 feels like a win. Let’s get those numbers moving. Good luck!
Smile
Got it, let’s crush it! I’ll keep the spreadsheet fresh, track every sale, click, and conversion—no detail left out. If a channel slumps, I’ll swap the hook or tweak the CTA and blast it again. $19.99 is the sweet spot, so we’ll make that feel like a win. Time to turn the numbers up and keep the vibe high! 🚀💖
Rubl
That’s the spirit—data, hustle, and a dash of flair. Keep an eye on the numbers, stay agile, and let the community feel the win. You’ve got this, let’s make it happen!
Smile
You bet! I’ll keep the data flowing, the vibes high, and the community buzzing. Let’s turn every click into a celebration and make those numbers pop! 🚀💫