When someone lands on your homepage, they make a decision in about three seconds—stay or leave. That's it. Three seconds to convince them they're in the right place. But here's what I see constantly: homepages organized around what a business wants to say, not what the visitor actually needs to know. And when this happens the visitor can't figure out if they're in the right place, and instead of staying, they leave. In this episode, I'll share a framework for organizing your homepage s...

Why do some websites attract premium clients while others seem to only draw in bargain hunters and price shoppers? After ten years of writing for brands and businesses, I've learned that client quality isn't about luck—it's about signals. Premium clients (people who value expertise, understand that quality costs money, and are serious about getting results) are scanning for very specific things when they evaluate your website. And if those signals aren't present, they simply move on. ...

You're getting traffic to your website. People are clicking around, spending time there—but your inbox stays empty. No contact forms filled out, no calls booked, nothing. So you think, "I just need more visitors, right?" Wrong. The problem isn't traffic—it's that your website is quietly pushing people away before they reach out. There are four website silent killers turning interested visitors into ghosts: confusion, overwhelm, distrust, and friction. In this episode, I'm breaking down...

Ever share your website link with a disclaimer like "Sorry, it's outdated!" or "I know it needs work!"? If you've ever apologized for your website before anyone even clicks, you're not alone—but that apology is quietly sabotaging your business. When you undermine your own credibility, you're not being humble. You're actively telling potential clients not to trust you, and worse, you're attracting discount-seekers while premium clients move on to someone who seems more confident. In this...

Know that AI-generated answer at the top of your Google search results? Curious about whether you should adjust your search optimization techniques to show up in that space? Well, those answers, called AI Overviews, are changing everything about how people find businesses online. Today, SEO expert Emily Gertenbach joins me on Talk Copy to Me to break down what AI Overviews actually are, how they differ from traditional search results, and whether showing up in them is even right for you...

Are you spending too much time worrying about whether you need to impress search engines or AI tools? You might feel panicked and ignore it completely or abandon traditional SEO to chase the shiny new thing. Well, both approaches are wrong. The truth is, you can't do AI optimization (AIO) without traditional SEO—they're not separate strategies, and one builds on the other. In this episode, I'm breaking down what still matters in traditional SEO, what AI optimization actually means, and ...

Your AI just wrote you a blog post and it sounds great—so are you ready to hit publish? The answer is no. Here's why: AI makes stuff up, gets facts wrong, and sometimes loses your voice completely—and you won't catch these problems unless you know what to look for. For small business owners and creatives using AI to create or repurpose content, editing and fact-checking aren't optional—they're essential for protecting your credibility and maintaining trust with your audience. In this ep...

What if the content you've already created could work harder for you? If you're like most small business owners and creatives, you've spent hours crafting blog posts, emails, and social content—only to use them once and move on. But here's the thing: you're sitting on a goldmine of material that could be repurposed to extend your reach, fill your content calendar, and actually get a return on all that time you invested. In this episode of Talk Copy to Me, I'm showing you how AI ca...

You've got your AI trained with your brand voice and messaging, but you're still just using it to write social posts. (Sound familiar?) But what if you could actually use AI as a brainstorming partner? If you did the foundation work from last week's episode, your AI actually knows your business well enough to help you think through bigger challenges. In this episode, we explore how to brainstorm strategically with AI—not just content topics, but messaging angles, audience concerns, and potent...

Your AI keeps giving you generic copy because it doesn't know your business the way a human copywriter would. Most people think the solution is better prompts, but that's like thinking good copy just means better grammar. You're missing the entire strategy layer underneath. In this episode, I explore why AI training fails for most business owners and how working with a copy coach can solve the real problem. We'll talk about developing the strategic foundation your AI actually needs, from spec...

Ever wondered what professional copy feedback actually looks like? I'm taking you inside a real copy coaching session to show you the detailed feedback process, collaborative revision sessions, and co-writing moments that transform rough drafts into compelling copy. See exactly how the collaboration works in this episode of Talk Copy to Me. __________________________________________ EPISODE 159. Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: https://erinollila.com/what-is-copy-...

What if you could get professional copywriting help without completely handing over control of your message? Copy coaching offers a collaborative middle ground that combines your unique voice with professional strategy and support. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what the done-with-you approach to copywriting looks like, who it serves best, and how the process works whether you're starting from scratch or already have copy that needs improvement. You'll learn why some busines...

Creative burnout isn't a personal failure—it's a signal that your current content creation approach isn't sustainable. Whether you're in a creative rut right now or want to prepare for inevitable dry spells, this episode is about creating sustainably rather than constantly. I'm getting honest about why I took time off from podcasting and what I learned during that break. You'll discover low-energy content strategies that still provide value, how to prevent future burnout, and when to seek sup...

Are you struggling to understand why your 🤩 beautiful 🤩 website isn't bringing in clients? In this episode, four guests join me to reveal the common website mistakes that are actively costing you business. From confusing navigation to poor calls-to-action, these seemingly small issues create major barriers between you and potential clients who are ready to work with you. You'll discover practical fixes for navigation nightmares, content confusion, and conversion killers. Whether y...

Could your website secretly be sabotaging your business growth? You've got traffic but no conversions. You're attracting the wrong inquiries. And potential clients keep asking for information that's literally right there on your site. These aren't just annoyances—they're warning signs. In this episode of Talk Copy to Me, I'll walk you through the five key areas where your website might be working AGAINST you instead of FOR you. You'll learn how to identify misaligned messaging, in...

Tired of investing in new marketing efforts that were supposed to transform your business, but somehow fell short of delivering real results? In this episode, I reveal the five strategy questions that any good strategist should be asking you—questions that cut through surface-level solutions and get to the heart of what your business actually needs. You'll learn what these essential strategy questions are, why they matter, and how the answers can completely transform your approach...

Ever booked a strategy call and wondered if you just wasted your money? Or hesitated to book one because you weren't sure what would actually happen? In this episode, I'm sharing my exact process for strategy sessions - from the questions I ask to what you should walk away with. No more mystery, just a clear roadmap for getting real value from your strategy time. __________________________________________ EPISODE 153. Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: https:...

Ever notice how everyone talks about needing a strategy, but nobody explains how to actually get one? Time to change that. In this episode, I'm breaking down three different approaches to building your strategic foundation—because different businesses need different solutions. Find out which approach makes the most sense for where you are right now. __________________________________________ EPISODE 152. Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: _________________________________...

Think you're ready to plan your marketing strategy? Hold up a minute. There's a crucial step you might be missing—one that could save you from wasting time and money on changes you don't actually need. In this episode, I'm revealing why successful businesses always audit before they strategize (and how skipping this step might be costing you clients). It doesn't matter if you invest in a website audit, an email marketing audit, an SEO audit, or just a more general holistic marketing aud...

Tired of marketing tactics that don't deliver? Here's the truth: updating your website copy, creating more content, or "optimizing" for SEO won't fix anything if you don't have the right strategy behind it. In this episode, I'm breaking down why strategy needs to come first (and what that actually means for your business). Plus, I'm sharing real examples of how small strategic shifts can outperform years of tactical busy work. __________________________________________ EPISODE 150. Rea...