Let’s talk strategy. Specifically: what types of content actually move people to action.

Jul 12, 2025
Here are the 5 core types of marketing content that turn follower into clients - consistently.
1. 🔗 Connection Posts
These posts build familiarity, relatability, and community.
Ask questions:
“If you had one extra hour a day, how would you spend it?”Share behind-the-scenes:
Your workspace, routines, even your coffee order.Show values or personality:
Tools you love, books you're reading, or lessons learned the hard way.
Why it works: People buy from people, not logos.
2. 💬 Character Posts
Let your audience see your story, your team, your wins and losses.
Share your business origin story
Talk about past failures and what they taught you
Spotlight your team or collaborators
Why it works: It builds emotional connection and authenticity.
3. 🎓 Knowledge Posts
These position you as an expert and make people trust your guidance.
Break it down like this:
Ask: Answer common client questions
Mistake: Highlight a common misconception
Important: Emphasize key truths
How-to: Share frameworks, checklists, or strategies
Example:
“Why relying only on revenue as a KPI is misleading and what metrics to track instead.”
4. 📸 Credibility Posts
These show that you’re not just talking the talk - you’ve got the results.
Share client wins or testimonials
Show project outcomes
Mention media features, podcast appearances, or lessons from mentors
Why it works: It gives proof, not promises.
5. 📩 Invitation Posts
This is where you sell. But softly and with value.
Offer a free download or checklist
Open up limited strategy call slots
Create urgency: “I’ve got 2 client spaces left this month - DM me for details”
Why it works: You’ve earned the right to invite once you’ve built trust.
Strategic Tip: Know Who You're Speaking To
Every piece of content can speak to one or more of these groups:
Prospects – potential clients
Partners – other professionals serving the same market
Past clients – who may return or refer others
Your content strategy should touch on all three - not every post, but consistently over time
Final Thoughts
You don’t need to post more. You need to post with purpose.
Use these five types of content to connect deeply, show your value, and invite the right people to take the next step.
When you market with clarity, confidence, and genuine excitement about what you do - your audience will feel it. And they’ll want in.

